Electrostatics Devices

This assignment will look forward to the next unit on electrostatic which we will start next week.

Students will prepare a 10 minute (or more) PowerPoint presentation on their electrostatic topic.


Students can work individually or in groups of 2. As a group, please sign up for topics so that there are no repeats.

TOPICS:

  • Electrostatic precipitators
  • Electrocardiograms (EKG)
  • Photocopiers
  • Lightening / lightening protection systems such as lightening rods and surge protectors
  • Van der Graaf generator
  • Tasers and / or stun guns
  • Windhurst generator (we have one at the school)
  • Electrostatic spray painting systems
  • any other electrostatic device which you find interesting


  • CONTENT:
    The focus of your teaching session should be: "How does this device work?"
  • Ensure that you use minimal text in your PowerPoint: titles, labels and very brief point form notes.
  • Be sure to use plenty of diagrams to help in your explanation: how does it work?