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the Climate Simulator
POWAR CS
What is POWAR CS?
The POWAR CS Climate Simulator is an advanced educational tool, designed specifically for the classroom, that allows students to interact and experiment with climate variables in a controlled environment.
This physical device, integrated with a web-based control platform, facilitates the simulation of different environmental conditions, such as temperature, humidity, lighting, and rainfall.
Through these hands-on experiments, POWAR CS offers a deep and realistic understanding of topics related to climate change, sustainability, and environmental resilience.
Educational Purpose
POWAR CS is designed to foster hands-on learning in STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) areas and aligns with environmental and climate education goals.
By enabling the simulation and control of various climate variables, the device helps students understand how climate change impacts ecosystems and fosters the development of critical skills such as data analysis, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Operation and Access
The POWAR CS is easy to set up in the classroom.
It connects to a 220v power source and requires a Wi-Fi connection to operate the cloud control platform.
Its control system, operated through the WIO Terminal, allows climate variables to be adjusted via the web platform, facilitating remote control and real-time monitoring.
The collected data is automatically stored in a database on Amazon (AWS) servers and can be exported for further analysis.
Main Features:
Simulation of Climate Variables
The POWAR CS is capable of simulating a range of environmental conditions, allowing students to observe and analyze how these variables affect living beings and the environment in general: •Temperature: Adjustable from -10°C to 40°C, the device allows the simulation of cold and hot climates, providing a sufficient range to study the impact of extreme temperatures on plants and soil. •Humidity: With a range of 10% to 90% RH, it facilitates the recreation of dry and humid environments, offering a realistic environment to study humidity variations in different ecosystems. •Sunlight Intensity: Equipped with 3x1 red and blue lights, the POWAR CS can replicate different levels of light intensities similar to sunlight at various geographical locations, making it ideal for observing how light influences plant growth. •Rainfall: A built-in water pump allows the simulation of rainy conditions, enriching experiments with humidity variations and exploring the effects of precipitation on soil and plants. •Heating and Cooling System: Provides complete control over the device's internal temperatures, allowing you to experiment with thermal variations that simulate different climates.
Integrated Sensors
The POWAR CS includes a number of advanced sensors to capture real-time environmental data: •SHT40 Humidity and Temperature Sensor: Provides accurate air humidity and temperature measurements, essential for accurately tracking changes in the microclimate.•Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor: Allows the assessment of moisture in the soil, ideal for sustainability experiments, especially in the area of water management.•CO₂ Sensor: Monitors carbon dioxide levels in the simulated environment, helping to analyze air quality and study the impact of CO₂ emissions.
Control system
The POWAR CS is controlled by a Seeed Studio WIO Terminal and features a port expansion board. The web-based platform, accessible from any Wi-Fi-connected device, allows for: •Remote Variable Control: Adjust temperature, humidity, lighting, and other factors from an intuitive interface. •Real-Time Data Visualization: Students can observe the effects of changes in variables as they occur. •Data Storage and Export: All data is stored in the cloud (AWS), with a local backup micro SD card. Data can be exported for analysis in external applications, further supporting the development of data science skills.
Educational Uses and Classroom Applications
The POWAR CS is designed to facilitate a wide range of educational projects and experiments that develop environmental awareness, critical thinking, and hands-on learning in students of all levels. Some key uses include:
Climate Science Projects
Biodiversity and Environmental Resilience Studies
Sustainability Awareness
Data Science Application
Technical Specifications
| Dimensions | 60 cm (width) x 30 cm (depth) x 75 cm (height) |
| Materials | Durable and safe materials for school use |
| Power Supply | 12V DC, 100W |
| Port Expansion Board | 12V DC input with 12V and 5V DC outputs |
| Control System | Seeed Studio WIO Terminal |
| Range of Variables | Temperature: -10°C to 40°C; Humidity: 10% to 90% RH |
| Light Simulation | 3x1 red and blue lights to replicate solar intensity in different environments |
| Rain Simulation | Integrated water pump to simulate rain conditions |
| Heating and Cooling System | Controls internal climate conditions |
| Sensors | - SHT40 (Humidity and Temperature) - Capacitive Soil Moisture Sensor - CO₂ Sensor |
| Connectivity | Requires Wi-Fi connection to access the cloud platform |
| Data Management | Cloud data storage (AWS) and backup to micro SD |
| Platform Compatibility | Accessible from standard browsers (Chrome, Safari, Edge) and mobile and desktop devices |
| Data Export | Allows data export for external analysis |
