Kaleidoscope
Product Code : SCL-PLE-11623
The StemAids Kaleidoscope is an essential optical instrument designed for the empirical study of light reflection, symmetry, and color theory. Optimized for Primary and Middle School STEM curricula, it provides a tactile and visual platform for demonstrating how multiple mirrors tilted at specific angles generate infinite geometric patterns. Manufactured to ISO 9001:2015 standards by durable educational toy ensures standardized instructional delivery for institutional physics and creative arts modules.
Technical Specifications
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Tender Specification |
OEM Technical Detail |
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Optical System |
Three (3) or more Precision Reflecting Surfaces (Mirrors) |
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Geometric Alignment |
Tilted at specific angles (typically 60°) to form a triangle |
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Interaction Media |
Loose colorful beads, glass fragments, or bangles |
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Body Construction |
High-Quality Craft Paper or Reinforced Plastic Tube |
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User Interface |
Integrated Eyepiece and Rotatable End-Cap |
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Visual Output |
Symmetrical, repeating hexagonal or circular patterns |
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Functional Principle |
Multiple Reflection & Laws of Reflection (θi=θr) |
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Safety Features |
Lightweight, non-toxic materials with smooth edges |
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ISO Compliance Code |
Manufactured under Samtech Instruments' Quality Management Systems |
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HS Code |
9023.00.00 (Educational/Demonstrational Optical Instruments) |
Key Pedagogical Outcomes (Bloom’s Taxonomy Alignment)
- Law of Reflection Interface -> Facilitates student visualization of how light bounces between multiple surfaces to create a continuous image, supporting Physics Module 101 (Understanding).
- Geometric Symmetry Modeling -> Enables the physical study of rotational symmetry and how the number of images formed is a function of the mirror angle (n=θ360−1) (Applying).
Pattern Variation Analysis -> Supports the Analysis of how small changes in object placement (beads/glass) lead to infinitely unique and non-repeating designs.
- Color Theory Evaluation -> Allows students to Evaluate the mixing of primary and secondary colors through overlapping reflections and light absorption (Evaluating).
International Logistics & Compliance
- Packaging: Export-grade Corrugated box with internal stabilization to prevent mirror misalignment or surface scratching during transit.
- Documentation: Includes Manufacturer’s Authorization Form (MAF), Certificate of Conformance (CoC), and basic optical principle guides.
- Durability: Designed for high-frequency classroom use, featuring a robust outer shell that withstands daily handling by young learners.
Direct OEM Sourcing Advantages
- Vertical Integration: Total control over mirror silvering and angle precision ensures perfectly symmetrical mandalas across bulk institutional rollouts.
- Reliability Protocols: Batch-tested for structural integrity and the clarity of internal optical components.
- Institutional Support: Guaranteed direct factory availability for bulk procurement and customizable exterior designs (e.g., school branding) ensures maximized budget efficiency and superior long-term ROI.
