LAGUNA CREEK HIGH SCHOOL VOLUME 3 ISSUE 2
FEBRUARY 2022
Green Energy Technology Academy
PREPARED BY THE GETA LEADERSHIP BOARD
February
Table of Contents 01
The Board
02
Introduction to GETA
03
GETA I
04
GETA II
05
GETA III
06
Satellite
07
Solar Regatta
08
Upcoming and Previous Events
09
Sponsors
GETA Leadership Board THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE NEWSLETTER
PRESIDENT IVAN HUANG VICE PRESIDENT DONOVAN CHEN VICE PRESIDENT FERRARI GUAN PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE KATIE LIANG SECRETARY JAY CHEW HEAD OF MEDIA JASON NGUYEN HEAD PHOTOGRAPHER BENICIO PEREZ MEDIA MEMBER MAHIMA SRINIVAS MEDIA MEMBER NICHOLAS O'BRIEN MEDIA MEMBER SHREYA MAHARAJ SENIOR REPRESEENTATIVE ETHAN TRAN JUNIOR REPRESENTATIVE MILES DEVILLE JUNIOR REPRESENTATIVE SUKHMAN SANDHU SOPHOMORE REPRESENTATIVE TREVOR MATSUMOTO SOPHOMORE REPRESENTATIVE DANIEL TADDESE FRESHMAN REPRESENTATIVE ROSA HAIDARI
Introduction to GETA CLASS OF 2025 - FRESHMEN
Within the last month, the Freshmen GETA class worked on Arduino red boards. Students used a booklet guide to learn about specific wires to use and how to program the software. Then, we used Arduino to run a coding software on our red boards. Through this activity, students learned different programming skills and were able to critically think as they processed how to complete every new task. Students were able to recreate a range of 10 - 14 examples on their red boards. The freshmen class also used TinkerCAD to create a 3D model of a home. They added three different types of energy usage to the 3D home. As students were creating their homes, they worked with different online platforms and developed a deeper understanding of the different forms of energy.
02
GETA I
CLASS OF 2024 - SOPHOMORES GETA Sophomores have gained experience in understanding and creating models within TinkerCAD. These skills helped in creating the solar suitcase and researching readings about different components within electronics. With TinkerCAD, we explored downloading different models online and applying these models in TinkerCAD, as well as editing and creating a unique component to these models. The adjective was to create mice containers. For the solar suitcase, we are past the stage of designing a template for the electronics and started to create the inner parts for the solar suitcase. However, the progress of the solar suitcase varies depending on the group. Lastly, we are doing indepth research with different types of circuitry, Ohm's Laws, batteries, charge controllers, and different hazards for a range of devices and components. Overall as a GETA class, we are developing a foundation for learning about different electronics and devices while applying them to the solar suitcase.
This month we have focused on building our solar suitcases. We have completed our main boards with all the electronics, including the charge controller and plug-ins with their respective switches. To create our boards, we made a template with all the holes and electronics plotted out. Later we cut our PPE plastic and shaped it to fit inside the case, then we used our measurements to drill out smaller holes for switches and the other electronics. Through this process we learned how to properly operate the table-saw, sand with a belt sander and by hand, as well as drill using proper etiquette. All of these skills will help us to further our education of workspace etiquette and processes, which will be useful for future opportunities. Next, we will be focusing on wiring up the boards and electronics, plus building the rest of the base for a power outlet, setting the battery and testing the electronics.
03
GETA II
CLASS OF 2023 - JUNIORS
Within the month, GETA Juniors have been working on their windmills with their groups, specializing in different components (boom, rotor, charge controller, and vane). Each of these roles took them on their own creative pathways and enhanced their problem-solving skills greatly. GETA Juniors also have been working on their presentation final and have been reflecting on what they’ve learned throughout the semester. In the second part of their presentations, we were given a topic to research relating to green energy technology. Once the finals were presented, the Juniors were mainly evaluated on character, professionality, and the use of terms relating to their technical understanding.
04
GETA III
CLASS OF 2022 - SENIORS
Over
the
course
of
the
month, the class of 2022 has been
continuously
working
on the solar tracker and the ADT 310 final practice exam; a
CAD
Design)
(Computer-Aided of
the
Solar
Suitcase’s shelf (A project completed in our Sophomore year).
The
solar
tracker
needed a lot of improvements and improvisation. A steady base was needed because the solar panel was too heavy, the support of the solar panel was too small, so the surface area
was
increased.
We
learned to recreate the solar suitcase’s
shelf
Rhinoceros
by
using
a
CAD
3D,
program. We made use of coordinates,
lines,
curves,
circles, tangents, and Osnap, a type of alignment tool.
05
Satellite Club
IN COLLABORATION WITH TWIGGSPACELABS
In collaboration with TwiggsSpaceLabs, GETA is now offering a Satellite club with the end goal of launching a small satellite into space. Members of the club are currently learning the basics of circuitry and soldering to create a "Jiggybot" which will help prepare them to create their satellite.
06
Solar Regatta SOLAR BOAT RACING!
Participating in the solar regatta has brought forth my creativity in trying to accomplish big tasks with my team. My role’s responsibility in this competition is the steering mechanism. Using the advice given to us by students who last participated in the solar regatta, I have to ensure that our current steering can move along with our driver. Overall, this competition will test mine and my team’s ability to critically think in all aspects pertaining to our boat. I am excited to see what we can accomplish by May! - Mahima Srinivas
07
Upcoming Events EVENTS OCCURING THIS MONTH!
Kan Jam (Freshmen, Sophomores, Juniors)
Previous Events
EVENTS THAT OCCURRED LAST MONTH!
Social event
Senior Kan Jam
08
Sponsors
09