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Sunforce 50044 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit

admin — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:02:21 +0000

Buy at http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CIADLG/?tag=dmaxblog-20 The Sunforce 50044 60-Watt Solar Charging Kit gives you several more reasons to love the sun. It provides the power you need, while helping you save money and protect the environment. This kit is ideal for cabins, recreational vehicles, remote power, back-up power, and 12-volt battery charging. It comes with everything you need to start producing up to 60 Watts/4 Amps of clean, free power in all weather conditions.

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Solar Powered Air Conditioner? Is it enough power?

admin — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 02:42:20 +0000

Here is a 100-Watt Solar Panel Kit ( http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16882260013&cm_re=solar_power-_-82-260-013-_-Product ),
my MAIN QUESTION is, what does it mean to say that this is a 100 watt solar panel?
Does it mean that it can store 100 watts an hour/minute/second in a battery?
Can it store enough power into a battery to power a window A/C which requires 1900/1880 Watts to Condition Air?

a 100 watt solar panel will make 100 watts for every second that it has perfect angle and sunlight. On the average, there are only 5 hours of equivalent perfect sunlight per day. That means your 100 watt panel will make 500 watt-hours or .5 kw-hrs per day.

Your AC needs 1900 watts per hour and say it runs 24 hours per day, that means it needs 45,600 watt hours or 45.6 kw-hours. You would need 45.6/.5 91.2 of them panels to make it work. In the summer you might need 70 and in the winter 110 of them. Plus you’d need batteries, lots of batteries so that the panels would make energy when the sun shines and return it when the sun goes down you’d need to store 45.6 kw-hr of energy. Thats about 4000 amp hours at 12 volts Large batteries are about 100 amp hours, so you’d need 40 batteries.

Crazy Cricket solar powered model kit

admin — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 05:01:31 +0000

Watch him dance in the sunlight! No batteries just power from the sun.
Crazy Cricket vibrates madly in sunlight making a realistic chirruping sound and waggling his feelers in a hilariously wild dance.
Sure to raise a smile.

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Make Your Own DIY Solar Panel Cell PV Panels Build Homemade Cheap SolarPanels Cost Materials

admin — Wed, 21 Jul 2010 03:09:39 +0000

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Full color detailed instructions and step-by-step videos make building DIY solar panels and wind turbines easy enough for a novice to follow.

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Build a Homemade Solar Water Heater Quickly and Easily With Solar Hot Water Kits

admin — Mon, 19 Jul 2010 01:57:19 +0000

http://www.SolarEnergyGuide.net – Build a Homemade Solar Water Heater Quickly and Easily With Solar Hot Water Kits
Did you ever want to construct a solar water heater? Luckily there are kits and plans that can help you start building your water heater that runs on solar power. With the advancement of technology, you can now build water heater powered by the sun, an idea once thought impossible. Building a heater that runs on natural energy can be beneficial both to the environment and to your wallet. The prices of gas and electric bills have steadily risen, and people are starting to try find ways to reduce the prices of their utilities. The prices of heating bills and gas bills vary anywhere from $20 for small apartments to $100s and even $1000s for larger structures such as homes and buildings.

When building a solar water heater, there are a couple of parts that you will need. One of the most complex and crucial parts is the solar panel. The solar panel is complex because it changes the energy of the sun into electrical power. Without there will be no power to heat the water. Solar panels can be bought in stores or ordered online. The prices online will mostly be the cheaper of the two. If you are on a very tight budget and are mechanically inclined, you can try to construct your own solar panel. This a rather complicated process and I would not recommend anyone doing unless they have a guide or solar hot water kits.

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Atrum Solar gave me an estiamte of approx. $34,000 for a solar panel system before rebate…?

admin — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 20:56:32 +0000

Hi, We have a cabin which is approx. 1,000 sq ft with approx. 500 sq ft of workable roof space (according to astrum) The system we could able to get would produce approx. 5-6 kw of energy for our home. Does this estimate sound accurate? I don’t really have an issue because i realize it is just an estimate – But i can’t afford this amount of money for a solar system. Does anyone have information about companies the will lease solar panel systems in Pennsylvania? Or maybe some information on DIY solar panel kits? Actually any information on how a may be able to afford solar power would be very helpful. Thank you in advance!

Cool question!

First, I am assuming you are off the grid, in other words the cabin has no connection to the power grid. A grid connected system is going to require the technical assistance of this company and you will be prey to any costs that they want to charge.

The good news is that you can tell Atrum Solar that you only want 100 watts of solar power on the roof and federal regulations allow you to expand its capacity at your own pace. Make sure you tell them that you want the system to have the ability to handle at least 2000 watts of solar power in the future so you can expand as much as you want without buying more equipment.

Second, I encourage you to build your own solar system in the interim. Total cost will be less than $1,000 and you can power a television along with some lights with no problem at all. The solar panels you buy can be connected to the system that you eventually purchase.

The biggest gain from building your own solar system or DIY is that you will understand the costs of the technology and can fight back against over priced estimates. Here are some of my articles on this subject:
Increasing Inverter Capacity with the Black & Decker PI750AB: Solar Project Part 4
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/5547078/increasing_inverter_capacity_with_the.html?cat=6

What Do Polycrystalline Solar Panels Have to Offer Over Monocrystalline Solar Panels? Solar Project Part 5
http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/5566608/what_do_polycrystalline_solar_panels.html?cat=57

I am not paid by any solar company or electric utility for my advice. I am doing this to advance the knowledge of solar power.

www.PowerSave3400.com Solar Kit Power Save 1200 Power Save

admin — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 06:36:41 +0000

http://www.POWERSAVE3400.com Save 8-25% off utility bill! Power Save 1200 Go Green Using This Home/Commercial Energy Saving Device. We Sell net meter residential solar power kit. Save Money and Earth

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Birthday Gadget Gifts for your Boyfriend- My Tips for Buying the Right Gadget

admin — Sat, 10 Jul 2010 10:48:56 +0000

When it comes to looking for a present for your boyfriend’s birthday, we are spoilt for choice. There are literally thousands of products to choose from, and choice comes hand in hand with difficulty in finding and deciding what to buy. From my own personal experience, I always try and narrow down my search by looking for interesting gifts which matches his interests, his hobbies and the occasion. For example, my boyfriend is a bit of a gadget and music lover- many of my gifts to him have been based around this theme. Although he loves to dress well and is quite particular in what he wears, very rarely do I buy him clothes, as 9 times out of 10 I know I will chose the wrong thing.

In this article, I will be recommending some of my top gadgets for boyfriends, based on interests and personality.

Stylish Gadget Lover

LED Mirror with Scrolling Message Board- this is a contemporary and stylish mirror with and LED message function, which can display the time and with the ability to program up to 99 messages. A perfect combination of style and hi-tech gadgetry.

Oregon DP100 Projection Radio Alarm Clock- With its modern design and innovative features, the DP100 alarm clock from Oregon makes a great gift for your style conscious gadget lover boyfriend! It includes, in addition to its vertical LCD display, a bright projection system that displays the exact time and temperature on the wall, even during the day.

Music Gadget Lover

Finger Drums- This miniature but genuinely life-like finger-sized drum kit lets him express his uncontainable musical energy in a way that will either get people to join in or to ask him to leave the room! The super finger-sensitive tiny drums include large and small tom-tom, bass drum with miniature foot pedal, snare and cymbal, so there is nothing missing. And even better, he can record what he has created.

APPLE Ipod Touch- The iPod touch is a revolutionary new iPod – and quite possibly the best ever created! It has a touch interface and the same panoramic screen seen on the iPhone, not to mention a WiFi Internet connection. In effect, the iPod touch is equipped with a revolutionary “multi-touch” interface that can put all his music and video files right at his fingertips.

’Likes to have a joke’ Gadget Lover

USB Missile Launcher- This is one of the best weaponry gadgets to have been invented, to give him the upper hand in office warfare. He can now spend hours of ‘work time’ mastering plans of mass annoyance on colleagues who deserve to be annoyed with a foam missile. USB controlled Missile Launcher with sound effects is controlled by a PC and fires foam darts!

Remote Controlled Fart Machine- We all remember the good old fashioned Whoopee Cushion do we not? Now he can take this hilarious farting gag to a whole new level with this remote controlled fart machine. The remote works at impressive distances and the machine produces a variety of realistic sounds, from polite little “boom-sa-lars” to a “morning after baked beans” trumpet. Very hilarious!

Fitness Freak Gadget Lover

The Powerball Techno- The Powerball, with in-built speedometer has not got anything to do with pumping dance music, but is the latest addition to the Powerball family. The primary use for the Powerball is to build strength, fitness and power with simple wrist exercises. When you set it in motion, the Techno Powerball slowly comes alive with gyroscopic force. This innovative gyroscope magically scrolls your score across the surface of the rotor. The rotor also displays an entrancing collection of ‘fire-lines’ as it spins, ranging from red to blue in colour, creating a truly mesmerizing Powerball effect as it gathers speed. Set the Powerball Techno in motion, build up speed and watch as your speed magically scrolls across the surface of the rotor. How fast can he go? It has been said that the Powerball is incredibly addictive.

Viatek Mobile Massage System- This mobile massage vest is an easy portable way to relieve stress due to daily pressures. The Massage Vest has four powerful motors that provide soothing relief to your shoulders and back. It can be set on individual massage modes or it can be set to alternate between the three massage modes simultaneously. For additional relaxation the heat function can be used with any massage mode. Being portable and with detachable straps, this must have massager can be strapped around the car and office seat.

The Eco-Conscious Gadget Lover

Solar Phone Charger- Pretty well self-explanatory, a solar phone charger is the must have item for a boyfriend who worries about the environment. It does not require any batteries as it is powered by the sun. Most solar phone chargers will come with adapters for use with most mobile phones.

Solar Torch- Powered solely by the sun during the day, it can be used night.

I have merely touched upon some great gadget gifts for boyfriends. There is of course a vast array of products on the marketplace. However I hope that I have helped you narrow the choice by thinking outside the box.

My Linh Duong
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Inside a Stirling Engine Andy Ross Stirling Engine Kit Design

admin — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 19:50:29 +0000

This is the Andy Ross engine that ran in the test. The Displacer piston popped loose so I did a video on the internal parts of the video. Bit long but detailed for engine builders.

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The Difference Between Electric Bikes and Engine Powered Bikes

admin — Sun, 04 Jul 2010 20:26:46 +0000

An electric bike can easily be confused with other vehicles like scooters or motorcycles. However, they are not at all the same thing. Many people opt to use an electric bike so that they can get around easy without having to rely on a car. There are many rules involved with riding an electric bike. Make sure that you know all of those rules and laws for where you live. Many electric bike owners have had the misfortune of receiving tickets after disobeying laws that they hadn’t been aware of.

An electric bike is much cheaper to power than a scooter or motorcycle is. It is not a vehicle in any way. All it requires is the ability to recharge. Electric bikes do not require any fuel at all and this is one reason why many people choose them. It can save a lot of money on gas and car expenses if you do not have all that far to go to get to work or school. Motorcycles are not a cheap option in comparison. An electric bike is a fantastic green option for those that are seeking a clean way to get around without harming the environment.

An electric bike experiences much less depreciation than a vehicle or a scooter. Because it is essentially just a good bicycle that is powered, if it is kept in good shape the resale value diminishes minimally. Take care of your bike by storing it away properly in a garage. Don’t leave it outside in the elements or it could rust and not work properly. Store it and keep it clean so you lose virtually none of the value.

Modes of transportation such as scooters or motorbikes cannot run on solar energy. An electric bike can be designed to use solar power so that the source of your energy is all natural. It costs nothing once you already have your bike equipped to use solar power. It also prevents the need for a gas station. Since solar powered cars are not yet a commonly produced product, electric bikes have a great advantage over all regular petrol fuelled vehicles.

Scooters and motorbikes have an actual engine that requires gasoline to run. Electric bikes do not have a combustible engine. Therefore, they have absolutely no greenhouse gas emissions the way those types of transportation do. Those vehicles also require a special driver’s license to drive them. If you can ride a bike, then you are ready to go on your electric bike with no further permits required.

Though some states may require that an electric bike be registered, they usually do not. And they rarely ever require any form of insurance since it is a bicycle that has been electrically equipped. A regular bicycle can be turned into an electric bike by purchasing a conversion kit. This makes electric bikes a transportation method all their own. Motorbikes and scooters are not at all in the same class. The advantages of an electric bike are apparent. They can squeeze into all of those tiny spaces a car or motorbike never could and they are environmentally friendly.

Levi Quinn
http://www.articlesbase.com/automotive-articles/the-difference-between-electric-bikes-and-engine-powered-bikes-748928.html