St Paul's Catholic College Engages in Potential Energy Vehicle Challenge
Students at St Paul's Catholic College are participating in the 2025-2026 'Potential Pit Stop Challenge', creating potential energy vehicles. The project emphasizes fundamental mechanical engineering principles and engages local STEM ambassadors for guidance.
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The 'Potential Pit Stop Challenge' at St Paul's Catholic College requires students to design vehicles powered by potential energy, with the event concluding in July 2026. Local engineering and medical companies provide STEM ambassadors, including Satal Thethy from the Adelphi group, who emphasizes the importance of showcasing both successes and failures in the design process.
Students initially explored various propulsion methods, including a compression system, but pivoted to an elastic band design due to time constraints. The project highlights mechanical engineering over electronics, encouraging students to focus on energy transfer concepts.
Challenges include ensuring the vehicle is self-propelled without using commercial batteries. This shift towards foundational engineering can enhance students' understanding and practical skills in the field.
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