Engaging students' drive

• Autores: Chris Fairhead
• Localización: New scientist, ISSN 0262-4079, Nº. 3145, 2017, pág. 55
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • The world land speed record for cars has seen its share of British success. The nation's latest such endeavor is encapsulated in the supersonic Bloodhound SSC, but it is about far more than building a fast car. It also aims to engage and inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers by showcasing STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) disciplines in a variety of exciting ways. In late October, Bloodhound SSC will start runway testing in Newquay, UK, at speeds of up to 300 kilometers per hour. This ill provide valuable data and experience before the team heads or South Africa to chase a new world record speed of more than 1,600 kilometers per hour. Importantly, it will also provide a real-life science showcase for the 250,000 young people who participate in Bloodhound-related workshops each year.