Solar cars glide to finish line Jul 23, 2008
But Majeed Mohammad, a professor at the Schulich School of Engineering, said he couldn't envision solar cars becoming common in the near future without the discovery of new, cheaper and more efficient materials. Story Tools: | | Text Size. (CBC.ca)
Solar cars cruise through Prairies Jul 22, 2008
The Schulich I is the University of Calgary's race entry, seen here at a test run at Calgary's Race City Motorsport Park in May. Drivers passing through the Prairies on the Trans-Canada highway will be sharing the road with some futuristic-looking vehicles on Monday, as contestants in a solar car race head into the stretch run. (CBC.ca)
2,400-mile car race runs on the sun Jul 20, 2008
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - Even as U.S. oil refiners scramble to increase the flow of Canadian crude from Alberta to Texas, a caravan of futuristic solar cars is racing that 2,400-mile route in reverse to show what transportation could look without a drop of oil or gas. The sleek solar-powered sports cars competing in the North American Solar Challenge always turn heads, but with price tags that can climb well into the hundreds of thousands of dollars, don't expect to see them parked in your local car... (MSNBC -- Environment)
Building bridges like girls Jul 20, 2008
That's why Marquette's summer academy instructors told the students about "Nerd Girls," a group of "hot" women engineering students at Tufts University in Boston described on their Web video as "a team of knockout brainiacs who are changing the world." These girls can design solar cars or stroll a catwalk in three-inch heels, all in a day's work. Nerd Girls founder and Tufts engineering professor Karen Panetta is taking the battle against engineering's nerd stigma to a national stage, working... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Solar Cars Make Pit Stop In Omaha Jul 17, 2008
E-Mail News Alerts Get breaking news and daily headlines. Man Says Race Depends On Sun. (7 KETV Omaha)
Solar cars racing across North America Jul 16, 2008
(07/15/2008 2:38 PM EDT). After the first leg of the North American Solar Challenge a 10-day photovoltaic-powered automobile race from Dallas to Calgary, Alberta (July 13-22) Continuum has successfully defended its title. (EETimes)
Report: Third-generation Toyota Prius to sport solar panels Jul 8, 2008
While scientists have been building solar cars for awhile, the designs are nowhere near practical or fast enough to operate on highways. Powering the air conditioning with solar energy does have an environmental benefit. (BetaNews)
Toyota may put solar panels on Prius Jul 8, 2008
The team plans to enter it in upcoming races against other solar cars built by other universities. But the CalSol isn't meant for mass-production. (San Francisco Chronicle)
CHS students and teacher showcase solar car Jul 3, 2008
In 1993, the Winston School s Solar Car Team launched an educational program to teach high school students how to build and test solar cars. Every even numbered years the school hosts its solar challenge at the Texas Motor Speedway and every odd numbered years, the school takes the challenge cross-country. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
LETTERS: NCT, May 21, 2008 May 22, 2008
The hydrogen car, the car that runs on just plain water, solar cars, electric cars are just some of the presently known ways of transportation that can be switched over to in a very, very short time (like less than 30 days). However, under this corporate and special-interest-control government, you will never see this happen unless these corporations can control the cost of solar, hydrogen and electric cars completely. (North County Times)
It's the glow that makes them go May 16, 2008
One, two, three, she said into a bullhorn, and with a loud crack of the gun the miniature solar cars were off well, sometimes. The sky was cloudy, causing disruption in the flow of the race. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
The week in photos May 2, 2008
About 160 10th graders at Treasure Coast High School are working on an interdisciplinary energy project in which they are building solar cookers, solar cars, solar boats, etc ... About 160 10th graders at Treasure Coast High School are working on an interdisciplinary energy project in which they are building solar cookers, solar cars, solar boats, etc. (The Palm Beach Post)
Lab it up at Cambridge Science Festival Apr 13, 2008
The opening Science Carnival is April 26 at Cambridge City Hall from noon until 4 p.m. "There will be live animals in the basement, solar cars on the lawn outside, and some slightly spectacular things will happen out the upstairs windows," Durant promises. He expects another family-oriented highlight to be North Cambridge Family Opera's American premiere of multimedia science oratorio "The Powers of Ten," which explores the scales of the universe, from sub-atomic to cosmic. (Boston Globe)
Talk of the Town: Yikes! Theres a tiger in my soup! Mar 7, 2008
exemplary Tucson homes, plus two bonus homes, the league has partnered with the University of Arizona College of Architecture and Landscape Architecture for an eco-fair, which includes viewing solar cars and free parking in the UA garage on Park Ave., Tucson. Green Valley docents will guide you through one of the homes each Saturday. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
* Solar driven car to circumvent globe @zz Dec 14, 2007
In one year from now, after traversing much of Asia, Australia, North America and Africa, he will return to Switzerland to try and drum up support for the commercial possibilities of solar cars. (AFP). (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Call a (solar) taxi| Dec 10, 2007
In one year from now, after traversing much of Asia, Australia, North America and Africa, he will return to Switzerland to try and drum up support for the commercial possibilities of solar cars. For the moment, he has his hands full, with more curious customers waiting to take a ride in his unique automobile which, he said, "works like a Swiss clock.". (iAfrica.com)
Solar Powered Cars Rev Up For Distance Race In Australia Oct 28, 2007
Solar-powered cars could reduce or even eliminate the automotive industry s contribution towards air pollution and while practical solar cars remain a long way off, the continuing development of solar racing cars moves this technology one step closer to reality. The race is scheduled to finish on Sunday, by which time the teams will have traversed some of Australia s most remote and hostile environments, including Glendambo population 30; annual rainfall 185mm. (Science Daily)
Stanford solar car crashes in Australia Oct 27, 2007
New rules are going into effect that make these solar cars a little bit more like traditional vehicles. These new rules present serious new design challenges requiring more volunteer work hours and more money than ever before. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Solar powered race sets off Oct 23, 2007
Driving rules for the race, along with the braking requirements for cars, are designed to ensure that solar cars always have enough braking distance between them and their lead vehicles. I don't know the circumstances that caused the Stanford team to stop abruptly, but surely this was not intentional foul play. (Nature News Service)
Video: Solar Cars Race Across Australia Oct 23, 2007
October 22, 2007 Futuristic cars from 17 countries set out to cross the continent yesterday in the 20th biennial World Solar Challenge. National Geographic (AP). (National Geographic)
World Solar Challenge 2007 started Oct 22, 2007
Darwin (Australia) 41 solar cars on their way competing in the World Solar Challenge 2007 in Australia ... The current event is separated in two classes of vehicles the Adventure Class , which includes veteran solar cars, as well as the Challenge Class , which has stricter regulations, including upright seating and solar panels that do not exceed a total area of six square meters. (TG Daily)
Solar Cars Race From Australia's Top to Bottom Oct 22, 2007
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Solar cars race from Australia's top to bottom Oct 21, 2007
Solar cars race from Australia's top to bottom Sun Oct 21, 2007 1:07 AM EDT. By James Regan. (Reuters Canada)
Solar cars ready to race Oct 20, 2007
Now Playing:Rolling News, Sport & Features Listen. Posted October 20, 2007 13:39:00. (ABC Online)
On the smell of an oily rag Oct 17, 2007
Fifty-nine cars from 19 countries are taking part: 18 solar cars competing in the Solar Challenge; 21 solar cars competing in the Adventure class; and 20 more vehicles of all shapes and sizes and fuels strutting their stuff in the Greenfleet Demonstration class ... And there are tough new regulations for challenge entrants: 25 per cent fewer solar panels for all entrants compared with the last event - given it is no longer necessary to prove solar cars can go very fast - and a requirement the... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
* Team takes second in Dream Cup Aug 20, 2007
After the race, the Kaohsiung competitors said that their Japanese rival solar cars were very well-built and performed better because of higher stability ... The students said that they had gained valuable experience making and using environmentally friendly solar cars, which they said are a rising star in the field of transportation. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Solar race coordinator responds to criticism Jul 27, 2007
But Dr. Lehman Marks of The Winston School in Dallas told the the Daily Journal on Thursday, "There were no politics' in our competition. What we are wonderfully excited about is the quality and improved technologies we've seen in this year's solar cars. With higher performing high school solar cars, we found an increased competitive attitude.". Houston, going for a seventh straight title, had a total time of 17:45:13 and Newburgh had 17:54:33. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Tie disappoints Houston Sundancer team Jul 26, 2007
"Attempts to contact event coordinator Dr. Lehman Marks of Dallas for a response were unsuccessful Wednesday.The Dell-Winston School Solar Car Challenge provides high school students with hands-on experience in building and racing their own solar cars. The Sundancer team did win the Texas State Conservation Energy Office Award for displaying the highest level of good sportsmanship.Before returning home, the team was headed to Grand Central Station and tours of the Statue of Liberty and the 9-11... (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
ONLINEXTRA: Video & Photos Jul 20, 2007
The 12th annual Dell-Winston School Solar Car Challenge is a nine-day race that provides high school students hands-on experience in building and racing their own solar cars. This nationally-recognized program aims to motivate students and expand their skills in sciences, engineering and technology fields of study. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
ONLINEXTRA: Sundancer Blog Jul 16, 2007
High school students as part of a class or a club build road-worthy solar cars that travel along public roads. Also read the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal and Chickasaw Journal newspapers for more coverage of the race. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Solar Cars Still in the Dark Jul 16, 2007
"Advances in structures, power management, solar cell output, and ingenuity of design for low drag, low rolling resistance," says Degazio, make solar cars "very compelling projects in the context of an engineering curriculum.". The mass market certainly couldn't afford a car like the Continuum. (BusinessWeek)
For girls, a scientific opportunity Jul 13, 2007
The girls launched rockets, drove solar cars and snapped pictures with homemade pinhole cameras. They braved the afternoon heat and collected beakers full of Chesapeake Bay water to test nitrate and phosphate levels. (SunSpot.net)
Houston prepares to welcome guests Jul 4, 2007
The solar cars will be on display at the Houston High School campus and the public is reminded that the vehicles are very sensitive and instrumental to each teams' quest for a National title. While the public is invited to view the cars and offer hospitality to incoming guests, security will be on the premises to ensure the safety of the vehicles. (Houston Times Post, MS)
Museum will underscore environmental choices Jun 1, 2007
That may mean enlisting high school kids to make their own solar cars or asking the community to donate used items such as shoes or blocks that can be recycled for exhibits and activities. "We're really going all out to see how we can make it (the museum) green," said Caitlin King, a project specialist and green team captain at the museum. (AZCentral -- Business)
A wake up call too expensive to ignore May 27, 2007
In conclusion, we must note that, very soon, petroleum will be a thing of the past, when solar cars, electric cars, and hydrogen cell cars become the order of the day. Water is projected to be the next resource that nations may have to spend the bulk of their resources on to ensure survival and development and nations that may be abound with water resources will derive a lot of revenue from export of this precious resource. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Solar Competition Rain or Shine May 20, 2007
For the last 15 years, teams of Williston kids middle school student have designed, built and drag-raced their own solar cars as part of the national competition. "The cars are much stronger this year than they were last year," said Mike Thompson, a Williston Design and Tech Teacher. (WCAX.com, VT)
Solar powered cars energize students desire to learn May 19, 2007
Students assembled the solar cars from kits, which are available through the CEEE. Bailey said her classes thought they could buzz through that process in about 30 minutes, but were surprised to find just how much work went into getting the car to go. Though Thursday's winner won't be advancing to a regional or even national competition coordinator Pat Higby, the CEEE's energy educator, said she would like to coordinate similar races at this summer's Iowa State Fair. (Waterloo-Cedar Falls Courier)
Car race shows solar power potential Apr 29, 2007
They weren't salesmen for solar cars. In fact, experts say solar cars won't be viable for many decades to come, if ever. (MSNBC -- Environment)
What to do about pain at the pump? Mar 14, 2007
I d like for them to walk/ride bikes in lieu of motorized transportation or drive solar cars; use ethanol-fueled vehicles to deliver the newspapers and gather the news; tell us what they do to reduce their personal demand for energy. Any bets as to whether or not they ride MARTA and/or carpool; have solar heating/cooling in their homes; have their homes built 50% underground; and/or use airconditioning. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
