Need Summer Project Ideas for Engineering Student Interested in Energy?

[Schr0d1ng3r]

I just finished my second year of Engineering Physics at McMaster (specifically, nuclear) and I'm on a summer coop term now, but I'm looking for something fun to do after work and on weekends. Does anyone have some fun, interesting project ideas? I've got some experience with analog and digital electronics, although the project does not necessarily have to be electronics. Something which could be completed within the summer would be nice, and money is a constraint (I am still a student haha). Also, if progrmming could be avoided, that would be preferrable. Thanks in advance for any suggestions :)

 

[LeroyLaRey]

how about a wind generator? :)

 

[Schr0d1ng3r]

That could be pretty cool. I'm looking at a career in energy, so as a bonus, it would be pretty relevant. Thanks!

I more or less know what to do for the actual generator, but I don't really know where to begin for the turbine.