STEM Activities
Hands-on learning experiences that spark innovation and creativity in rural communities. Discover how we're making science accessible and exciting for every student.
Motor Fans Project
Best Out of Waste Initiative
Shri Ramdev School, Gudahmansingha Village, Rajasthan
About the Activity
In the scorching heat of June, life in Rajasthan often becomes challenging. To help ease this hardship, Dhaara organized an engaging activity at Shri Ramdev School in the village of Gudahmansingha, implemented by a team of volunteers. The initiative introduced students to the idea of "best out of waste" by teaching them to create motor-operated fans. Each child was provided with a motor, battery, wooden panel, wires, and small solar panel pieces, and was guided in assembling the fan. The blades were crafted from repurposed plastic bottles materials easily available in every household.
Impact & Learning
For many students, this was their first experience with activity-based learning. The hands-on approach not only sparked curiosity but also encouraged them to think creatively and explore innovative solutions to everyday challenges.
Key Highlights
Hands-on assembly of motor-operated fans
Creative use of recycled plastic bottles
Introduction to basic electronics and motors
First-time activity-based learning experience
Project Gallery
Explore the hands-on learning experience of our Motor Fans Project through these captured moments
Motor Assembly Workshop
Students learning to assemble motor components
Motor Assembly Workshop
Students learning to assemble motor components
Plastic Bottle Fan Blades
Creative recycling of plastic bottles for fan construction
Plastic Bottle Fan Blades
Creative recycling of plastic bottles for fan construction
Electronics Learning Session
Introduction to basic electronics and motor principles
Electronics Learning Session
Introduction to basic electronics and motor principles
Completed Fan Projects
Showcase of finished motor fan creations
Completed Fan Projects
Showcase of finished motor fan creations
Bamboo Engineering Project
Sustainable Shelter Design
In collaboration with Project Sahara Sahaara
About the Activity
In collaboration with Project Sahara Sahaara, we conducted a STEM activity focused on designing eco-friendly model shelters using bamboo and sustainable cooling mechanisms. The project emphasized engineering, sustainability, and innovation while fostering community-driven solutions.
Impact & Learning
This initiative demonstrated how traditional materials like bamboo can be integrated with modern engineering principles to create sustainable, cost-effective solutions for rural communities.
Key Highlights
Eco-friendly shelter design using bamboo
Sustainable cooling mechanism integration
Engineering and sustainability principles
Community-driven solution development
Project Gallery
Discover the innovative bamboo engineering solutions and sustainable design process
Bamboo Shelter Construction
Students building eco-friendly shelter models
Bamboo Shelter Construction
Students building eco-friendly shelter models
Sustainable Cooling Design
Innovative cooling mechanisms in bamboo structures
Sustainable Cooling Design
Innovative cooling mechanisms in bamboo structures
Collaborative Engineering
Team working together on sustainable solutions
Collaborative Engineering
Team working together on sustainable solutions
Completed Shelter Models
Finished eco-friendly shelter prototypes
Completed Shelter Models
Finished eco-friendly shelter prototypes
Activity Impact
Measuring the success of our hands-on learning initiatives
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