The document discusses polymers and several activities conducted with polymers. It then describes a design project to create a humidity sensor using a polymer film. It also outlines a project to develop self-healing electrical cables using a self-healing polymer. The polymer would be synthesized in the cable's outer layer to prevent cutting and maintain the cable's function for longer by protecting against electricity leakage. Testing is still needed to confirm the durability of this application, which could also be extended to other electrical equipment. In conclusion, polymers have various properties and uses that can help solve problems when applied in daily life.
1) The document outlines activities done by students exploring polymers, including changing polymer pellets, identifying polymers in products, and experiments on viscosity and strength of polymer films.
2) The students designed a humidity sensor using a polymer film that changes color with humidity.
3) They proposed developing an anti-microbial medical gown by adding an anti-microbial polymer to areas with most patient contact, to reduce microbial transmission and contamination. They hypothesized this polymer would improve gown properties and resistance to infection.
This document is an outline for an AL-Bairaq module on polymers and their properties. It includes an introduction to polymers, descriptions of 4 hands-on activities exploring polymer properties, and a design project to create a humidity sensor using polymer films. It also includes a section on a proposed project to install piezoelectric PVDF polymer membranes in streets to generate electricity from passing vehicles. The document concludes with recommendations for further research on improving the street paving project and implementing it in Qatar.
The document discusses polymers and several activities conducted with polymers. It then describes a design project to create a humidity sensor using a polymer film. It also outlines a project to develop self-healing electrical cables using a self-healing polymer. The polymer would be synthesized in the cable's outer layer to prevent cutting and maintain the cable's function for longer by protecting against electricity leakage. Testing is still needed to confirm the durability of this application, which could also be extended to other electrical equipment. In conclusion, polymers have various properties and uses that can help solve problems when applied in daily life.
1) The document outlines activities done by students exploring polymers, including changing polymer pellets, identifying polymers in products, and experiments on viscosity and strength of polymer films.
2) The students designed a humidity sensor using a polymer film that changes color with humidity.
3) They proposed developing an anti-microbial medical gown by adding an anti-microbial polymer to areas with most patient contact, to reduce microbial transmission and contamination. They hypothesized this polymer would improve gown properties and resistance to infection.
This document is an outline for an AL-Bairaq module on polymers and their properties. It includes an introduction to polymers, descriptions of 4 hands-on activities exploring polymer properties, and a design project to create a humidity sensor using polymer films. It also includes a section on a proposed project to install piezoelectric PVDF polymer membranes in streets to generate electricity from passing vehicles. The document concludes with recommendations for further research on improving the street paving project and implementing it in Qatar.
(1) The document discusses polymers and their properties. It describes activities where students explored changing polymer pellets, identifying polymer products, comparing liquid viscosity, and testing polymer film strength.
(2) It then details a student design project to create a humidity sensor using a polymer film that changes color with humidity levels.
(3) The document proposes using hydrophobic polymers for medicine packaging to extend drug shelf lives by preventing moisture absorption, a common cause of products failing specifications. It suggests further research is needed to develop this packaging approach.
The document outlines a student's project for an Al-Bairaq program where they studied polymers, conducted experiments on polymer properties, and designed a humidity sensor using a polymer film. Their final project was designing a healing bandage using natural polymers like honey and cyperus, with the hypothesis that these would aid the healing process. The student concludes they gained presentation, research, and problem-solving skills from their experience in the Al-Bairaq program.
The document outlines a student project to design a degradable fishing net made from polylactic acid (PLA) polymer. The students conducted activities to learn about natural and synthetic polymers. They explored how polymer weight and concentration affects viscosity. Their fishing net design uses PLA, which degrades within 6-24 months when exposed to ocean environments, compared to hundreds of years for conventional plastics. The students conclude that converting fishing gear to biodegradable materials like PLA would help protect marine life and reduce plastic pollution.
The document summarizes several activities completed by students as part of an AL-Bairaq program exploring polymers. The activities examined properties of polymers like changing polymer pellets, identifying polymer products, and testing viscosity and strength of polymer films. The students also designed a humidity sensor using polymer film. Their final design project was an anti-microbial toothbrush using the polymer polyethylene glycol in the bristles to inhibit bacterial growth and reduce bacteria on toothbrushes. The students recommend further research into other anti-microbial polymers and improving their toothbrush design idea. Overall, the program helped students learn about various polymer applications and properties.
This document summarizes activities and a design project exploring polymers. It discusses:
- Activity exploring how polymer pellets change and hunting for polymer products.
- Activities comparing viscosity of liquids and testing strength of polymer films.
- A design project to create a humidity sensor using a polymer film that changes color with humidity.
- A project to generate electricity by inserting piezoelectric polymer films under keyboard keys. The project aims to reduce energy consumption and hypotheses that pressing the keys will generate voltage.
The document describes a student project exploring composite materials. It includes 4 activities where students tested different types of ice and foam composites to understand strength and stiffness. Based on their learnings, the students designed safety sports socks with layers of different composite materials like memory foam and bubble wrap to protect athletes' knees and ankles from injuries. The socks aim to help players in soccer and other sports prevent leg injuries. The students believe their low-cost composite sock design could benefit many athletes if adopted.
1) The document presents a student project exploring composite materials and designing a shockproof tablet case from recycled rubber.
2) The project involved activities testing different types of ice and foam composites to evaluate strength and stiffness.
3) The proposed product is a shockproof and durable tablet case made from recycled vehicle tire rubber combined with carbon fibers, solving the dual problems of electronic device protection and waste recycling.
This document summarizes a student project exploring composite materials. The students tested different types of ice and foam composites to understand strength and stiffness. They then designed a fishing pole using composite materials. For their final project, the students proposed creating a dirt-resistant wallpaper using recycled polypropylene and rubber materials. They believe this wallpaper would be easy to clean and help beautify homes in Qatar while reusing waste materials. The students concluded they learned about composite properties and applications through hands-on activities and designing a new product.
1) The document describes a student project exploring composite materials. It defines composites as materials made of two or more components that have different properties and produce an overall material with different properties than the individual parts.
2) The students conducted activities testing the strength of different types of ice and exploring composite materials in everyday objects. They also explored the difference between strength and stiffness of materials.
3) For their design project, the students came up with the idea of a wire insulating composite resin that can seal cuts in electrical wires to prevent electrical shock by being waterproof, flexible, and insulating. They produced successful composite resin samples and propose it as an economical solution.
The document describes a student project to create a glowing bracelet that uses light to help regulate blood pressure. The bracelet would contain ultraviolet and bright lights, which studies have shown can respectively decrease and increase blood pressure. If successful, the bracelet could help hypertension and hypotension patients manage their blood pressure. The students conducted experiments on light properties and developed a prototype bracelet using acrylic sheets and different light sources. Their conclusions were that light can be used for medical as well as decorative purposes.
Omar Bin Abdulaziz and his team explored biodegradable composite materials and proposed creating protective braces for cars using composites. They tested different materials and designed fishing poles to learn about composites. Their project idea is to make strong, lightweight and corrosion-resistant car braces from a composite of steel rods, carbon fiber, insulator spray and silica to protect vehicles during outdoor activities in Qatar's desert environment and prevent accidents and injuries. The braces are intended to reduce costs from car body damage and corrosion if manufactured and tested further.
The document summarizes a student project called "Crack Alert" that aims to make roads safer by using composite materials. The project would add two layers under concrete: a top layer of polymer capsules containing luminous material to glow at night, and a bottom layer of flexible rubber to reinforce cracks in the concrete. The project is intended to decrease accidents from cracks in roads and reduce damage to cars, especially at night. The students learned about composite materials through their work with AL-Bairaq and applied that knowledge to design a solution that could benefit roads and drivers.
The document discusses a student project exploring biodegradable composite materials. It includes an introduction to composites and outlines activities exploring material properties like strength and stiffness. The main project idea is to create a material to reduce limescale buildup in water pipes. The proposed material would combine teflon to prevent mineral bonding, carbon steel for strength and corrosion resistance, and silica for light weight. Testing shows this composite could significantly reduce limescale formation and damage to water infrastructure, providing economic benefits. The document recommends further experiments and real-world testing of the project idea. In conclusion, the student learned about composites and developed a potential application to address water hardness issues.
The document discusses a student project called "The S-PIPE" that aims to design improved oil pipelines using composite materials. The students propose using a composite of neoprene rubber, carbon steel, and aluminum to create pipes that are more durable and resistant to corrosion and scratches from rocks. Testing of these composite materials could increase pipeline lifetimes, protect the environment from oil leaks, and provide economic benefits to Qatar's oil industry. The students recommend further testing and studies of their composite pipe design called "The S-PIPE".
The document summarizes a student project on biodegradable materials conducted as part of the Al-Bairaq program. The students performed experiments comparing biodegradable materials and measuring degradation rates. They proposed a project called "Plant it and Forget it" to create biodegradable plant pots made from natural materials like leaves, starch and gelatin that would degrade without waste. The students recommend further studies to adopt the project and increase Qatari agriculture using biodegradable alternatives. Through Al-Bairaq, the students learned about biodegradable materials and worked as a team to conduct experiments and propose a solution.
1) The document outlines a student project from Al-Eiman School where they explored biodegradable materials and proposed a natural healing bandage made from gelatin, beeswax and aloe vera.
2) The proposed natural healing bandages would be made from biodegradable materials with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties for healing small cuts and wounds.
3) Through their project, the students learned about biodegradation and biodegradable materials, performed experiments comparing materials, and developed presentation and collaboration skills.
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(1) The document discusses polymers and their properties. It describes activities where students explored changing polymer pellets, identifying polymer products, comparing liquid viscosity, and testing polymer film strength.
(2) It then details a student design project to create a humidity sensor using a polymer film that changes color with humidity levels.
(3) The document proposes using hydrophobic polymers for medicine packaging to extend drug shelf lives by preventing moisture absorption, a common cause of products failing specifications. It suggests further research is needed to develop this packaging approach.
The document outlines a student's project for an Al-Bairaq program where they studied polymers, conducted experiments on polymer properties, and designed a humidity sensor using a polymer film. Their final project was designing a healing bandage using natural polymers like honey and cyperus, with the hypothesis that these would aid the healing process. The student concludes they gained presentation, research, and problem-solving skills from their experience in the Al-Bairaq program.
The document outlines a student project to design a degradable fishing net made from polylactic acid (PLA) polymer. The students conducted activities to learn about natural and synthetic polymers. They explored how polymer weight and concentration affects viscosity. Their fishing net design uses PLA, which degrades within 6-24 months when exposed to ocean environments, compared to hundreds of years for conventional plastics. The students conclude that converting fishing gear to biodegradable materials like PLA would help protect marine life and reduce plastic pollution.
The document summarizes several activities completed by students as part of an AL-Bairaq program exploring polymers. The activities examined properties of polymers like changing polymer pellets, identifying polymer products, and testing viscosity and strength of polymer films. The students also designed a humidity sensor using polymer film. Their final design project was an anti-microbial toothbrush using the polymer polyethylene glycol in the bristles to inhibit bacterial growth and reduce bacteria on toothbrushes. The students recommend further research into other anti-microbial polymers and improving their toothbrush design idea. Overall, the program helped students learn about various polymer applications and properties.
This document summarizes activities and a design project exploring polymers. It discusses:
- Activity exploring how polymer pellets change and hunting for polymer products.
- Activities comparing viscosity of liquids and testing strength of polymer films.
- A design project to create a humidity sensor using a polymer film that changes color with humidity.
- A project to generate electricity by inserting piezoelectric polymer films under keyboard keys. The project aims to reduce energy consumption and hypotheses that pressing the keys will generate voltage.
The document describes a student project exploring composite materials. It includes 4 activities where students tested different types of ice and foam composites to understand strength and stiffness. Based on their learnings, the students designed safety sports socks with layers of different composite materials like memory foam and bubble wrap to protect athletes' knees and ankles from injuries. The socks aim to help players in soccer and other sports prevent leg injuries. The students believe their low-cost composite sock design could benefit many athletes if adopted.
1) The document presents a student project exploring composite materials and designing a shockproof tablet case from recycled rubber.
2) The project involved activities testing different types of ice and foam composites to evaluate strength and stiffness.
3) The proposed product is a shockproof and durable tablet case made from recycled vehicle tire rubber combined with carbon fibers, solving the dual problems of electronic device protection and waste recycling.
This document summarizes a student project exploring composite materials. The students tested different types of ice and foam composites to understand strength and stiffness. They then designed a fishing pole using composite materials. For their final project, the students proposed creating a dirt-resistant wallpaper using recycled polypropylene and rubber materials. They believe this wallpaper would be easy to clean and help beautify homes in Qatar while reusing waste materials. The students concluded they learned about composite properties and applications through hands-on activities and designing a new product.
1) The document describes a student project exploring composite materials. It defines composites as materials made of two or more components that have different properties and produce an overall material with different properties than the individual parts.
2) The students conducted activities testing the strength of different types of ice and exploring composite materials in everyday objects. They also explored the difference between strength and stiffness of materials.
3) For their design project, the students came up with the idea of a wire insulating composite resin that can seal cuts in electrical wires to prevent electrical shock by being waterproof, flexible, and insulating. They produced successful composite resin samples and propose it as an economical solution.
The document describes a student project to create a glowing bracelet that uses light to help regulate blood pressure. The bracelet would contain ultraviolet and bright lights, which studies have shown can respectively decrease and increase blood pressure. If successful, the bracelet could help hypertension and hypotension patients manage their blood pressure. The students conducted experiments on light properties and developed a prototype bracelet using acrylic sheets and different light sources. Their conclusions were that light can be used for medical as well as decorative purposes.
Omar Bin Abdulaziz and his team explored biodegradable composite materials and proposed creating protective braces for cars using composites. They tested different materials and designed fishing poles to learn about composites. Their project idea is to make strong, lightweight and corrosion-resistant car braces from a composite of steel rods, carbon fiber, insulator spray and silica to protect vehicles during outdoor activities in Qatar's desert environment and prevent accidents and injuries. The braces are intended to reduce costs from car body damage and corrosion if manufactured and tested further.
The document summarizes a student project called "Crack Alert" that aims to make roads safer by using composite materials. The project would add two layers under concrete: a top layer of polymer capsules containing luminous material to glow at night, and a bottom layer of flexible rubber to reinforce cracks in the concrete. The project is intended to decrease accidents from cracks in roads and reduce damage to cars, especially at night. The students learned about composite materials through their work with AL-Bairaq and applied that knowledge to design a solution that could benefit roads and drivers.
The document discusses a student project exploring biodegradable composite materials. It includes an introduction to composites and outlines activities exploring material properties like strength and stiffness. The main project idea is to create a material to reduce limescale buildup in water pipes. The proposed material would combine teflon to prevent mineral bonding, carbon steel for strength and corrosion resistance, and silica for light weight. Testing shows this composite could significantly reduce limescale formation and damage to water infrastructure, providing economic benefits. The document recommends further experiments and real-world testing of the project idea. In conclusion, the student learned about composites and developed a potential application to address water hardness issues.
The document discusses a student project called "The S-PIPE" that aims to design improved oil pipelines using composite materials. The students propose using a composite of neoprene rubber, carbon steel, and aluminum to create pipes that are more durable and resistant to corrosion and scratches from rocks. Testing of these composite materials could increase pipeline lifetimes, protect the environment from oil leaks, and provide economic benefits to Qatar's oil industry. The students recommend further testing and studies of their composite pipe design called "The S-PIPE".
The document summarizes a student project on biodegradable materials conducted as part of the Al-Bairaq program. The students performed experiments comparing biodegradable materials and measuring degradation rates. They proposed a project called "Plant it and Forget it" to create biodegradable plant pots made from natural materials like leaves, starch and gelatin that would degrade without waste. The students recommend further studies to adopt the project and increase Qatari agriculture using biodegradable alternatives. Through Al-Bairaq, the students learned about biodegradable materials and worked as a team to conduct experiments and propose a solution.
1) The document outlines a student project from Al-Eiman School where they explored biodegradable materials and proposed a natural healing bandage made from gelatin, beeswax and aloe vera.
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8. ACTIVITY 3: PROCESSING
BIODEGRADABLE MATERIALS AND
COMPARING THEIR MECHANICAL
PROPERTIES
•النتائج
•االستنتاجات
•الش تقل ولكن العينة ومرونة قوة زادت كلما المستخدمة الجيالتين كمية زادة كلمافافية
Concentration of
gelatin solution
Mass of capsules
used to make
solution(g)
Mass of processed
material (g)
Observations
5 % 0.5 Most
transparent
10 % 1 In between
20 % 2 Least
transparent