Infrared Investigations
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In this activity, learners explore how infrared technology is used by engineers to create equipment and systems for a variety of industries. Learners explore the application of infrared in remote controls, test materials that encourage or prevent infrared transmission, and develop systems that allow transmission of infrared in restricted environments.
- 10 to 30 minutes
- 1 to 2 hours
- $10 - $20 per group of students
- Ages 8 - 18
- Activity, Experiment/Lab Activity, Lesson/Lesson Plan
- English
Quick Guide
Materials List (per group of students)
- Student Resource Sheets
- Student Worksheets
- Remote control and television
- Black paper
- White paper
- Aluminum foil sheets (smooth)
- Several small mirrors
- Flashlight
- Plastic wrap
- Plastic bag
- Clear plastic
- Other materials for testing beam
- Clear cup
- Water
- Food coloring
- Milk
- Other liquids
Subjects
- Engineering and Technology
- Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Technology
- Information and Communication
- Engineering
- Physical Sciences
- Light and Optics
- Electromagnetic Spectrum
- Reflection and Refraction
- Sunlight and Color
- Vibration and Waves
- Vibration and Waves
- Wave Properties
- Light and Optics
- Diffraction and Interference
- Light and Optics
- The Nature of Science
- The Scientific Process
- Conducting Investigations
- Gathering Data
- Formulating Explanations
- Communicating Results
- The Scientific Process
- The Nature of Technology
- Technology and Society
- Impacts of Technology
- The Design Process
- Research and Development
- Invention and Innovation
- Problem Solving
- Troubleshooting and Maintenance
- Technology and Society
Informal Categories
- Electronics
Audience
To use this activity, learners need to:
- see
- see color
- read
- touch
Learning styles supported:
- Involves teamwork and communication skills
- Involves hands-on or lab activities
Other
Components that are part of this resource:
Includes alignment to state and/or national standards
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- Free access
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- All Rights Reserved, IEEE,
