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Solar Hand Fan
Like solar-powered air conditioners, this solar hand fan makes a lot of sense. Well, save for the part where you have to fan yourself. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by judacris: Seems like a waste. Wasn't there a report citing we are running out of materials to make solar cells as... 2 Responses | Other threads
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camping
Tent Leeches Solar Power While Campers Leech Your Wi-Fi
Even if this tent were just a tent, it's fashionable enough to seriously covet. But because it's a concept with ubertech, the tent produces enough electricity to power a small town and connects to the internet wirelessly. More » -
robots
Solar Powered Spider Will Populate My Nightmares for Months
Every time I've seen these Jansen walkers—usually driven by the wind, sometimes on electricity—they have crept the hell out of me. This one is solar powered, and it creeps me just the same. More »
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By Jesus DiazComment by Act Now and get a 4th Celebrity Death Free!: Lite: I'm sorry, they've already added the razor blades and AI... + Watch video 2 Responses | Other threads
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cars
Koenigsegg's "Solar Sportscar" Could Be Speeding Past You Soon
The Koenigsegg Quant, an impressive Batmobile-styled solar sportscar, could soon be going into production. More »
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By Simon CrispComment by Skid-Vicious: I don't care if I'm not able to afford it. I don't like it. It don't even have lights (just... 12 Responses | Other threads
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solar
First Hybrid Solar Power Plant is a Jack Of All Trades
A new solar power plant is set to open its doors on June 24th in Kibbutz Samar, Israel—but this is a one of a kind complex thanks to a hybrid-microturbine. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by Hiphopopotamus: Ooooh... it looks bright and shiny - JUST LIKE THE STAR THAT USED TO BE NEXT TO MY NAME! 18 Responses | Other threads
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solar
Driving the $1.4 Million Protoscar Lampo Solar-Powered Electric Roadster
Our gearhead brothers over at Jalopnik recently got a chance to take the insanely expensive Protoscar Lampo, a solar-powered roadster, for a test spin. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by G-Ram caved and started twitter :/: As I said before... 1.4 million bucks for an even uglier Saturn? No thanks. 5 Responses | Other threads
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batteries
Energizer Energi To Go Line Now Boosts iPhone Battery Life, Sucks Up Solar
The folks at Energizer are updating their Energi To Go line of rechargeable battery life extenders to encompass the iPhone 3G and solar power. More »
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By Jack LoftusComment by mykalt45: They have a cool one on the firebox.com website. I've always been curious about a solar power charger, but just... 5 Responses | Other threads
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headphones
Q-Sound Solar Bluetooth Headphones Are Pleasingly Future-y
I've got to give this Q-Sound headphone concept from Shepeleff Stephen top marks for its design. Not only does it look great, it is also innovative in its use of solar technology. More »
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By Sean FallonComment by Curves: This screams "Beat me up, I am a tree hugging hippy grunge fan". 7 Responses | Other threads
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green the new black
It's Looking Pretty Gloomy for Alternative Energy Right Now
As the WSJ reports on "darker times" for the solar-power industry, the NYT reports venture capitalists are shifting their dollars from bright-eyed alternative energy startups to ones focused on good ol' efficiency. We're doomed. [NYT] -
diy
How to Make Your Own Solar iPhone/iPod Charger
Like a deluxe version of the DIY MintyBoost AA charger, here's a DIY that explains how to assemble a USB charger that is not only rechargeable—with a Lithium Polymer battery—but also solar powered. More »
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By Andi WangComment by BuyingPowerTools_GitEmSteveDave: Couldn't I just take the head off of one of my defunct solar walkway lights, and get the cell and... 6 Responses | Other threads
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luggage
Louis Vuitton Trunk Is a Vacation In Itself
Who needs clothes on vacation when you can carry two solar panels, a flatscreen TV, DVD player, two-way radio and coffee maker with you wherever you go? More »
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By Jason ChenComment by OMG! CoHPhasors: Just ask Tom Hanks how invaluable the right luggage is. (Read: Joe v. Volcano) 6 Responses | Other threads
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architecture
Hobo Hut Features Solar Power, Is Nicer Than My Apartment
If you're gonna be a hobo, you might as well be a hobo with the sweetest hobo house on the block, right? More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by bosskev: Looking at the illustration showing the TV and other creature comforts, it's more like how I've always pictured the interior... 5 Responses | Other threads
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solar
KDDI (au) Targets Accident-Prone Sunbathers With Water-Resistant, Solar-Powered Handset
Manufactured for KDDI (au) by Sharp, this outdoorsy phone should show up in Japan by June. Unlike the unrealistic claims made by other solar phone dabblers like Samsung, KDDI's ambitions here are modest, but practical. More » -
armies
The Solar Squirrel Is a Mean, Green Glowing Machine
It is among my few regrets in life that I don't have a front yard, only in that it limits me from unleashing an army of solar-powered squirrels on the neighborhood. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by Nick: The Solar Squirrel Is a Mean, Orange Glowing Machine Fixed 12 Responses | Other threads
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solar power
California May Get Some Power From Solar Space Cells By 2016
The idea of harnessing solar power from space has been around for a while; Asimov included it in at least two of his stories that I remember—but may finally be a reality come 2016. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by SSgtTEX: I would like to know what their projections of power loss will be as it is transmitted down to the... 16 Responses | Other threads
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space
Check Out the International Space Station On Your Own Telescope
The International Space Station is undergoing some crazy construction, adding not one but two 115-foot solar panel "wings." Even better, amateur astronomers can check out the progress on their own backyard telescopes. More »
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By Dan NosowitzComment by DeadWriter: I once was on a date where I took my love to a park for a late night picknik .... 5 Responses | Other threads
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Man vs Nature
International Space Station Will Be the Second Brightest Object in the Night Sky
Once a new set of solar array wings are installed on the International Space Station, it will be the second brightest object in the sky, topping Venus and losing only to the Moon. More »
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Comment by CameraShoe_GitEmSteveDave: So will it more visible/brighter than Uranus? Can I see Uranus from my house? 4 Responses | Other threads
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solar lights
Ikea's Summer Solar Lights Are Pleasant Looking
It's not the solar panels we were looking at before, but these solar lights from Ikea look pretty darn nice. Plus, they're good for impressing men and women who don't shave regularly. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by ninjagin: I've yet to see a solar path or garden light that's actually bright enough to make a difference. These are... 7 Responses | Other threads
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cars
Koenigsegg's Solar Car Is Like an Electric Batmobile
Koenigsegg, the high-end Swedish car maker, just demoed this electric solar NLV Quant in Geneva. It has 512hp and goes 0-62 in 5.2 seconds. It charges to full (not all through solar) in 20 minutes. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by Dick In A Box: I'm glad to finally see an electric with some performance in it. On a side note, I actually had a... 10 Responses | Other threads
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architecture
Four "Tropical Skyscapers" Commissioned To Keep Shenzhen Stock Exchange HQ Nice and Shady
Steven Holl Architects' winning design from the "4 Tower in 1" competition calls for a quartet of towers to be built around the brand new Shenzhen Stock Exchange and its surrounding plaza. More »
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Comment by Sean Godos: Funny when designers call for "green" things and splash around key words like recycling this and solar that, the final... 3 Responses | Other threads
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solar
SunCat Solar Batteries: Well That Was Obvious
Rechargeable batteries can be a bit of a pain—you have to carry around an adapter, find an outlet, and even bend over to plug in the adapter. It's hell, really. More » -
cellphones
Samsung Blue Earth Phone: Solar Powered and Made from Water Bottes
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clean water
Solvatten Solar Jerrycan Purifies Water Using Nothing But Sunshine
Providing clean water is an integral part to any effort to raise third-world living standards. Solvatten, a Swedish-designed water purifier, does its job using nothing but a couple of hours in the sun. More » -
ces 2009
GotWind CES Tent Uses Solar and Wind Power to Recharge Gadgets, Not Tired Bloggers
GotWind is no stranger to charging gadgets using wind and solar power, and at CES this year there were on hand to recharge people's mobiles with a handy locker/charging station for geeky journalists. More »
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By Jack LoftusComment by R.O.A.C.H. needs to blow up the Moon! (w/ lazers!): Neat, but not so easy on the eyes, what with that panel arrangement. Wouldn't they have gotten more surface area... 2 Responses | Other threads
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green energy
Kinesis K2 Puts Solar and Wind Charging Power In a Handheld Unit
There have been other handheld charging devices that utilize the power of the sun and wind, but none claim to match the capacity of the Kinesis K2. More » -
toys
Solar-Charged Monkey Toy Amuses Only Other Monkeys
This solar-charged monkey toy that uses solar energy to climb the rope, hand over hand, is probably the first of its kind that we've seen. More » -
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Toyota Developing Solar-Powered Car?
According to The Nikkei, Toyota is working on more than just a Prius with a solar panel to run the A/C. They are designing a completely solar-powered car...though they intend to cheat a bit.
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By Mark WilsonComment by canned-air: That thing looks a little hard to get into. Regardless, I'm glad that they are pushing for new technology. 7 Responses | Other threads
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solar
Nextar Does Solar Gadgetry Right With Sun-Powered Handsfree Kit
Honestly, most of the solar gadgets we see aren't terribly practical, and often rely on a primary, wired power source. Not the Nextar NXBT handsfree kits—these are the real thing. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Chris Hand: dont care about this story at all, just wanted to say first! lol ban me 10 Responses | Other threads
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solar
Energizer Solar Recharger Will Juice Up Your Batteries, USB Gadgets
Energizer's Solar Recharger looks, at first glance, like a confused device. Is it an iPod battery extender? AA charger? Solar adapter? Well, it's all of these things, which is why it's awesome. More »
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By John HerrmanComment by Stacky Botrus: This is so stupid. Why would you use the power of the sun to assist in recharging batteries? Just plug... 11 Responses | Other threads
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solar
Radio Uses Calculator Solar Panels to Foretell Bridge Collapses
It's an obvious point, but I didn't know until today that bridges contain structure sensors that burn through batteries, needing constant replacement. Luckily, a new solar-powered radio could simplify these systems greatly.
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By Mark WilsonComment by BuyingPowerTools_GitEmSteveDave: I just wonder how they will power the sensors under the bridge. I could picture a small wind turbine... 7 Responses | Other threads
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sunglasses
Solar Panel Sunglasses: Because We Haven't Stuck Solar Panels Into Glasses Yet
In the future, sunglasses will need to do more than just make you look cool or prevent costly eye conditions. They'll need to power your gadgets, according to at least one pair of designers.
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By Mark WilsonComment by CameraShoe_GitEmSteveDave: So Kanye is solar powered? 16 Responses | Other threads
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sony
Sony Hana Akari Lamps Are Actually Un-Ugly Solar Chargers
Sony's Hana-Akari lamp prototype uses dye-sensitized solar cells to turn light into energy. Not only does it cost less than traditional cells, it can also be made pretty—great for those against solar because they're ugly. More »
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By Elaine ChowComment by medopal: that looks really nice, but from Sony? I think it will cost u (when buying) more than what u will... 2 Responses | Other threads
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generators
Revolving Door Uses You to Make Energy
It's an alarmingly simple concept that claims to be the world's first application: Netherlands-based company Natuurcafé La Port installed a power generator into a revolving door. Fantastic, but it took us this long? -
solar taxi
17-Month Trip In Solar Taxi Ends At UN Climate Change Talks in Poland
After 17 grueling months, Swiss adventurer Louis Palmer's around-the-world trip in a solar-powered car is finally over. Altogether, he traveled 32,000 miles and across 40 countries. More »
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By Elaine ChowComment by jkr's bold comment: Well this convinced me not to go green, thanks for enlightening me green driving dude. 2 Responses | Other threads
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solar wi-fi
Meraki's Solar Powered Wi-Fi Repeater Finally Shipping in December
We first wrote about Meraki and their solar-powered Wi-Fi repeater back in mid '07, but they're finally getting ready to ship these next month. According to Cleantechnica, it's going to be $749 if you have your own solar panel, which then balloons up to $1499 for "larger units". The main idea that Meraki is going after is "getting internet access to everyone", so powering these units off of el sol is a good idea. More »
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By Jason ChenComment by csharms: the words "december" and "solar panel" does this raise concerns for anyone else? 5 Responses | Other threads
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energy
Rice-Sized Solar Panels Produced Noodle-Sized Power
Researchers from the University of South Florida have developed a minuscule solar panel that's just 1/4 the size of a grain of rice. Yet when you combine 20 or so of the cells, they can create 7.8 volts of electricity. Sounds good so far, right? It gets better. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by GiltProto: What'even more mazing is that if you put about 310 of the cells you'll get 120 volts, but still only... 6 Responses | Other threads
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vehicles
Helios Off-Roader is Designed Like a Dinosaur, Minus the Extreme Violence
There just aren't enough vehicles out there with designs inspired by dinosaurs. I mean, come on, dinosaurs! This Helios off-roader rectifies that with a totally badass design that's straight out of the Jurassic era. More »
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By Adam FrucciComment by GTgeek: That's a really neat design. I was going to say it's pretty impractical as far as wind resistance goes, but... 2 Responses | Other threads
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solar power
Solar Panel Quantum Leap: Near-Perfect Light Absorption Possible
Today's silicon solar panels absorb about two-thirds of the light that reaches them, but a new nanocoating developed by Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute gives most run-of-the-mill solar panels the ability to capture almost every drop of sunlight. Not only does it grab 96.2% of the sun's rays, but it can do it from any angle, so there's no need for panels to waste energy by mechanically tracking the sun in the sky. This is happy leap forward for solar technology, whose quest for cheapness has been long and hard. More » -
gardening
EasyBloom Makes Gardening Plug-and-Play Compatible
The EasyBloom is a sort of hybrid between a USB stick and a flower. You put the EasyBloom in the ground wherever you'd like to track light, temperature, humidity and soil moisture patterns over 24 hours. Once said time has passed, you pull the EasyBloom from the ground, wipe it off (our tip, not theirs) and stick it in your computer. More »
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By Mark WilsonComment by hihai411: you mean my plants are dying cause i have been planting them in sand? thanks easy bloom!!!!! 5 Responses | Other threads
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Green Military
Army Keeps Military Green Push, Embraces Solar, Wind, and Bio-Fuel Power
The Army is following the Air Force's green efforts to cut their energy expenditures and, presumably, don't see their weapons budget cut. They will install solar panels and windmills, while investing in bio-fuels and energy conservation in bases all around the country. According to Keith Eastin, assistant Army secretary for Installations and Environmen, this will be good not only for the military, but for all of us: More »
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