Posted by Notcot on Aug 7, 2012 in
Gadgets
Solar energy really seems to be taking off and it’s about time too. The 6 in 1 Solar Robot Kit takes full advantage of that flaming ball of gas not 93 000 000 miles away we lovingly call the sun. It’s a DIY beginner’s kit that’s perfect for anyone with more than a passing interest in robots (which is everyone surely?). You can build the kit 6 different ways which means once you’ve finished making one robot you can take it apart and turn it into a solar powered boat windmill or car and that’s just 3 of them. The diagrams are very easy to follow we even let the office luddite have a go at building one. Not only is it really fun to make but it’s great for showing you solar power in action so it’s educational as well as fun to make. If you live somewhere that doesn’t get a lot of sunlight (anywhere in mainland UK for instance) you’ll be very happy to hear that the sun isn’t the only source of energy this kit can draw power from. A 50 watt halogen lightbulb will do the trick meaning you can even play with your robot on those rainy winter days. The 6 in 1 Solar Robot kit is just the ticket for the eco conscious roboteer.
Price : £ 9.99
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Posted by Notcot on Aug 6, 2012 in
Gadgets
Solar energy really seems to be taking off and it’s about time too. The 6 in 1 Solar Robot Kit takes full advantage of that flaming ball of gas not 93 000 000 miles away we lovingly call the sun. It’s a DIY beginner’s kit that’s perfect for anyone with more than a passing interest in robots (which is everyone surely?). You can build the kit 6 different ways which means once you’ve finished making one robot you can take it apart and turn it into a solar powered boat windmill or car and that’s just 3 of them. The diagrams are very easy to follow we even let the office luddite have a go at building one. Not only is it really fun to make but it’s great for showing you solar power in action so it’s educational as well as fun to make. If you live somewhere that doesn’t get a lot of sunlight (anywhere in mainland UK for instance) you’ll be very happy to hear that the sun isn’t the only source of energy this kit can draw power from. A 50 watt halogen lightbulb will do the trick meaning you can even play with your robot on those rainy winter days. The 6 in 1 Solar Robot kit is just the ticket for the eco conscious roboteer.
Price : £ 9.99
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Posted by Notcot on Feb 17, 2011 in
Gadgets
DAB Radio with no wires! SolarDAB is the worlds first solar powered DAB radio. This stylish and compact portable radio has a solar panel integrated into the top of the unit which absorbs direct sunlight in order to power the radio. There is a level indicator on the diplay screen that shows the power level generated by the solar panel. Under good conditions there is sufficient power generated to charge the batteries and power the radio. The built in rechargeable battery pack is charged whenever the solar panel receives direct sunlight. Once fully charged the low power consumption of solarDAB allows the batteries to power the radio for up to 27 hours without the need to recharge them. The radio can then be used away from sunlight or mains electricity until recharging becomes necessary. The batteries can be recharged either by sunlight or using the supplied mains adaptor if there is not sufficient light available. SolarDAB is ideal for use in gardens conservatories greenhouses on suitable windowsills or away from home while camping fishing at the beach or anywhere that you wish to listen to the radio away from conventional power sources. Stuff.tv Gadget of the Day: Juicing gadgets with a touch of solar power is something were big fans of here at Stuff Towers. Which is why were rather taken with this new Roberts solarDAB. With a neat solar panel on top and room for a set of rechargeable batteries Roberts claims youll get up to 27 hours of listening pleasure ITV.com Review (rated 4/5 stars): This does exactly what it says on the tin. It gives you access to loads of stations from talk to music and it runs on the power of the sunshine. In fact if its fully juiced up youll get up to 27 hours …
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Posted by Notcot on Jun 29, 2010 in
Handhelds & PDAs
Average Rating: 4.5 / 5 (7 Reviews)
Product Description
From the heart of Africa to the Hardanger Glacier, the powermonkey-eXplorer has proved to be an invaluable piece of kit, providing essential power in the most remote locations. Incorporating the new solar-slave, the powermonkey-eXplorer lets you charge wherever, whenever. Compatible with the majority of mobile phones, iPods, MP3 / MP4, PDAs and portable games consoles including the Sony PSP and Nintendo DS & DS-Lite, powermonkey-eXplorer will recharge your devices – giving you 96 hours of standby on your mobile, 40 hours on your iPod, 5 hours on your games console, 48 hours on your PDA and 6 hours on MP3/MP4 players. Available in 4 fantastic colours; Blue, Grey, Pink and Yellow – stylish and essential! And, if you own one of our Soundtraveller speakers – you can use the powermonkey-eXplorer to power them instead of spending your money replacing the batteries! The solar-slave draws power directly from the sun – giving you free power wherever you are! Make sure your powermonkey-eXplorer’s got full power at all times by charging it with the handy solar-slave, which can be attached to a rucksack, hung from a window, left in a car or taken anywhere the sun shines! Make sure the powermonkey-eXplorer unit is turned OFF when re-charging from the solar slave in order to reduce charging time! You can even use the solar-slave to recharge your device directly – so you have back up power at all times. For example, plug the solar-slave into the back of one of our Soundtraveller speakers and it will run your speakers from the power of the sun – no batteries needed! Ultra compact, tough and powerful, the powermonkey-eXplorer is water resistant and made from rubberised casing so can take whatever life throws at it, yet it remains the lightest, most versatile charger available today Featuring an LCD screen that displays battery capacity and the level of charge, the powermonkey-eXplorer also has short-circuit protection, over-charging protection and over-dischargi
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PowerTraveller Explorer Solar Power Charger Device -Blue
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Posted by Notcot on Apr 16, 2010 in
In-Car Technology
Average Rating: 4.0 / 5 (7 Reviews)
Product Description
Designed to trickle charge 12V lead acid batteries with no additional running costs. Ideal for cars that will be left standing for long periods, as well as for maintaining batteries in caravans and boats. The built-in blocking diode prevents reverse charging from the battery to the solar panel at night.
- Keep your battery topped up with solar power, even if the weather is overcast or dull
- Ideal for cars, caravans, boats etc.
- Interchangeable connectors: cigarette lighter plug and crocodile clips
- Blue flashing LED charge indicator, Durable ABS outer casing
- Built-in diode prevents reverse charging, Suction cups for easy mounting
Solar-Powered 12V 1.5W Battery Trickle Charger
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