KHS Senior Invited to Compete in Global Science Fair

Kingsley High School incoming senior Adam Wilcoxen's science project was one of 200 entries selected to compete in the STEM Choice Awards

This summer, KHS senior Adam Wilcoxen's research was selected to compete in a global, virtual science fair competition following the International Science and Engineering Fair circuit.

The STEM Choice Awards celebrate projects that didn't make it to the ISEF, but are still highly worthy of recognition and praise. Just 200 global projects were selected, including Adam's research on creating a more efficient search-and-rescue aircraft.

"This project focuses on designing and building a 3D-printed B17 aircraft that combines the advantages of a quadcopter drone and an airplane. It can fly accurately and hover like a quadcopter for precise maneuvering and takeoff and landing, while also flying quickly and efficiently like an airplane to cover large distances," said Adam.

"The goal is to create a versatile aircraft that could help search and rescue teams locate people faster in difficult mountainous terrain."

Adam started his research in Nancy Olenchek's research class, which helps budding scientists earn college credit for their work.

"I chose this project because I have a passion for robotics, RC cars, and drones, and I wanted to use my skills to help people. I was inspired by the challenges search and rescue teams face in mountainous areas, where reaching people quickly can be difficult," said Adam.

His project came in second overall at the NMC Science Symposium and earned the "Bosch We Set the Pace Award" award at the Flint Science and Engineering Fair in March.

Congratulations, Adam!

To learn more about KHS Research Class, email Nancy Olenchek at nolenchek@kingsleyschools.org