Design task - explore and define

Design brief: Design and make a product that uses the 'transformation of electricity' as an essential feature of its operation.

Group work

In groups, use this table to review uses of electricity. Identify the need addressed by the product or system and then energy transformations involved in its operation.

Product/system Need/purpose Electricity transformation
E.g. Home security alarm Warn off intruders
Product people and property
Sensor (light/sound energy)
Electrical & sound energy
Vacuum
Stove
Solar garden lights
Television
Torch