Thames & Kosmos SolarFlower Sapphire Swirl 114-Piece Solar-Powered Kinetic Sculpture Ages 8+
Thames & Kosmos SolarFlower Sapphire Swirl 114-Piece Solar-Powered Kinetic Sculpture Ages 8+
This 114-piece buildable flower runs on sunlight alone, spinning its sapphire blue petals in synchronized waves that create a hypnotic optical effect. The SolarFlower uses a single motor and planetary gear system to move all six petals at once, producing a constantly shifting pattern that changes with the angle of light. Once assembled, it sits on any sunny windowsill or desk and operates whenever light hits its solar panel, no batteries or plugs required. Builders ages 8 and up get hands-on experience with both mechanical engineering and solar energy technology while constructing a kinetic sculpture that doubles as calming desk décor.
- Solar panel powers a motor and planetary gear system that rotates all petals in mesmerizing synchronized motion
- 114 pieces snap together to build a working model that teaches mechanical systems and photovoltaic energy conversion
- Runs continuously in direct sunlight or bright indoor light with zero batteries, making it a low-maintenance display piece
- Construction process introduces kids to gear ratios, motor mechanics, and how solar cells convert light into electrical current
- Creates a soothing visual effect as petals swirl and overlap, shifting patterns based on light intensity and viewing angle
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Thames & Kosmos SolarFlower Sapphire Swirl 114-Piece Solar-Powered Kinetic Sculpture Ages 8+
This 114-piece buildable flower runs on sunlight alone, spinning its sapphire blue petals in synchronized waves that create a hypnotic optical effect. The SolarFlower uses a single motor and planetary gear system to move all six petals at once, producing a constantly shifting pattern that changes with the angle of light. Once assembled, it sits on any sunny windowsill or desk and operates whenever light hits its solar panel, no batteries or plugs required. Builders ages 8 and up get hands-on experience with both mechanical engineering and solar energy technology while constructing a kinetic sculpture that doubles as calming desk décor.
- Solar panel powers a motor and planetary gear system that rotates all petals in mesmerizing synchronized motion
- 114 pieces snap together to build a working model that teaches mechanical systems and photovoltaic energy conversion
- Runs continuously in direct sunlight or bright indoor light with zero batteries, making it a low-maintenance display piece
- Construction process introduces kids to gear ratios, motor mechanics, and how solar cells convert light into electrical current
- Creates a soothing visual effect as petals swirl and overlap, shifting patterns based on light intensity and viewing angle
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This 114-piece buildable flower runs on sunlight alone, spinning its sapphire blue petals in synchronized waves that create a hypnotic optical effect. The SolarFlower uses a single motor and planetary gear system to move all six petals at once, producing a constantly shifting pattern that changes with the angle of light. Once assembled, it sits on any sunny windowsill or desk and operates whenever light hits its solar panel, no batteries or plugs required. Builders ages 8 and up get hands-on experience with both mechanical engineering and solar energy technology while constructing a kinetic sculpture that doubles as calming desk décor.
- Solar panel powers a motor and planetary gear system that rotates all petals in mesmerizing synchronized motion
- 114 pieces snap together to build a working model that teaches mechanical systems and photovoltaic energy conversion
- Runs continuously in direct sunlight or bright indoor light with zero batteries, making it a low-maintenance display piece
- Construction process introduces kids to gear ratios, motor mechanics, and how solar cells convert light into electrical current
- Creates a soothing visual effect as petals swirl and overlap, shifting patterns based on light intensity and viewing angle
