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RESISTOR-O-TRONIC

We believe in projects that bring together science, art, and creativity, inspiring children to learn in a practical and engaging way

Discover, as a family, how this experience inspires curious minds and sparks children’s scientific interest. Together, we can:

Reviewing the concepts learned in class
Explore the legacy of Thomas Edison and understand the uses of current and electrical conduction.
Stimulate curiosity and encourage critical thinking in young inventors!

Let’s turn learning into a memorable and fun experience!

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To the sound of electricity

The Resistor-o-Tronic project allows young inventors to explore the fascinating world of electricity.

With this project, creativity comes to life, transforming electricity into sound. By building an electric synthesiser, young inventors learn how electric current flows and can be controlled.

Through this experience, they have the opportunity to explore concepts related to integrated circuits, capacitors, and resistors.

All of this takes place in a stimulating environment where children’s inventive and creative spirit is nurtured, promoting teamwork, spontaneity, and curiosity

AboutInspiring Inventors

Thomas Edison

1847-1931

He was an American inventor and businessman. He developed numerous devices in fields such as electric power generation, mass communication, sound recording, and cinema. These inventions, including the phonograph, the motion picture camera, and the early versions of the electric light bulb, had a widespread impact on the modern industrialised world. He was one of the first inventors to apply the principles of organised science and teamwork to the invention process, working with many researchers and employees. He founded the first industrial research laboratory

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Concepts Covered

Integrated Circuits

Integrated Circuits: Integrated circuits are functional electronic circuits composed of a set of transistors, diodes, resistors, and capacitors, all manufactured in a single process. They come pre-programmed to instruct the components on what to do and when.

Capacitors and Resistors

Capacitors: They are reactive components that respond to the flow of current by accumulating electrical charges, meaning they are capable of storing electrostatic energy. The most common capacitors are made up of two conductive (metallic) plates, separated by a dielectric material (an insulating material).
Resistors: It regulates the flow of electric current. There are fixed resistors and variable resistors, such as the potentiometer. The potentiometer works like a “tap”, allowing us to control the current passing through the circuit – we can increase or decrease the brightness of a lamp, adjust the speed of a fan, and even turn them off.

Why this project?

The Resistor-O-Tronic project was created with three main objectives.

Exploring the World of Electricity: In this project, young inventors assemble an electrical circuit, closing it with their own bodies and experiencing electrical conduction through a “human circuit”. Additionally, they learn about capacitors, resistors, and, of course, integrated circuits!
Understanding the Relevance of This Technology in Society: This project helps young inventors grasp the importance of the concepts involved, in fields such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, medical technology, and automation.
Encouraging Creativity and an Inventive Spirit: By taking part in this process, children develop skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and motor coordination.

At the end of the sessions, children will also gain a newfound appreciation for the world of electricity, celebrating their success by building a synthesiser!

Together, we discover how Resistor-O-Tronic transforms electricity into sound!

Challenges for you

Ask your young inventor what excited them the most in class or try out the project at home. Turn this moment into a synthesiser concert with the whole family!

For the boldest ones, how about recording and sharing it with us on social media? We’d love to showcase the best rhythms!

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