J.Technology and Education, Vol.32, No.2, pp.43-48 (2025)
教育論文

光電融合を用いたエネルギー変換と体験講座用回路の開発

 

新田 武父^*1，熊澤 匠真²，松岡 敏²，庄司 良³

東京工業高等専門学校 電子工学科¹，教育研究技術支援センター²，物質工学科³

(〒193-0997 東京都八王子市椚田町1220-2)

*E-mail: nittake@tokyo-ct.ac.jp

 

Energy Conversion Using Photo-electronics Convergence and Development of Circuit for Trial course

 

Takenori Nitta^*1, Takuma Kumazawa², Satoshi Matsuoka², Ryo Shoji³

¹Department of Electronic Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Tokyo College, Japan
²Center for Educational Research and Technical Support, National Institute of Technology, Tokyo College, Japan
³Department of Chemical Science and Engineering, National Institute of Technology, Tokyo College, Japan

(Kunugida 1220-2，Tokyo 193-0997，Japan)

 

(Received October 6, 2025; Accepted November 18, 2025)

 

In response to the increasing demand for renewable energy solutions and the need to foster energy literacy among younger generations, this study explores a hands-on educational workshop based on photonics-electronics convergence. Utilizing light-emitting diodes (LEDs) not only as emitters but also as energy-converting elements, we developed a simplified energy conversion circuit tailored for upper elementary and junior high school students. The workshop incorporated visual and auditory feedback mechanisms and integrated Scratch programming to enhance engagement. Evaluation based on post-event questionnaires indicated high levels of interest and understanding among participants, particularly regarding the concepts of energy transformation and renewable energy. The study demonstrates the potential of interactive learning environments in promoting scientific curiosity and the understanding of cutting-edge technologies in youth education.

Keywords: Hands-on learning, renewable energy, photonics-electronics convergence, LED, science education