http://www.instructables.com Sat, 2 Jun 2012 19:51:34 UTC BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Powered-Desktop-Fans/
Solar-Powered Desktop Fans - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/BR00/H21CGOPH/FM2BR00H21CGOPH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/BR00/H21CGOPH/FM2BR00H21CGOPH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/BR00/H21CGOPH/FM2BR00H21CGOPH.SMALL.jpg schou Summer is almost here (in Canada) and it is the perfect time to harness the power of the SUN! Cooling homes in the summer has quite an affect on energy loads and demands, so why not decrease your impact with solar powered fans!  Actually, this can be used for anything that runs on 12 V DC . If you...
By: schou

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 08:45:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Get-Cheap-Solar-Power/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUU/RQ1X/GR6ZJRVB/FUURQ1XGR6ZJRVB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUU/RQ1X/GR6ZJRVB/FUURQ1XGR6ZJRVB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUU/RQ1X/GR6ZJRVB/FUURQ1XGR6ZJRVB.SMALL.jpg zazenergy Unleash the power of free and cheap solar energy and get your family off the grid with these 14 solar-themed Instructables. Learn how to make your own solar panels for less, build a solar over, solar powered phone charger and much much more! Instructables is the most popular project-sharing communi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Aug 2011 16:53:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Snow-Melter-Concept/
Solar Snow Melter Concept - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/9TSG/H27LSE07/FA99TSGH27LSE07.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/9TSG/H27LSE07/FA99TSGH27LSE07.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/9TSG/H27LSE07/FA99TSGH27LSE07.SMALL.jpg rspellicer Hello World!! My first contribution after tons of lurking... This is an idea I had come up with when I lived in snow country. Alas, I ended up moving back to the tropics before getting to try it out. So, I'm tossing the idea out there to see if anyone can run with it. The motivation of the idea ca...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 16:31:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Mounting-multiple-solar-panels-using-old-window-bl/
Mounting multiple solar panels using old window blind rails and hardware - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF7/WP72/H1KHAG71/FF7WP72H1KHAG71.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF7/WP72/H1KHAG71/FF7WP72H1KHAG71.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF7/WP72/H1KHAG71/FF7WP72H1KHAG71.SMALL.jpg WiredWebbo101 Living in South Africa we have 320+ sunny days a year but very little uptake of solar technology. This was mostly due to the fact that we had cheap (but not reliable) electricity from our sole national power supplier. This situation changed drastically over the last few years with electricity prices...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 19:09:48 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-box-oven/
Solar box oven - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/CY89/H1KHA5M2/FVNCY89H1KHA5M2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/CY89/H1KHA5M2/FVNCY89H1KHA5M2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVN/CY89/H1KHA5M2/FVNCY89H1KHA5M2.SMALL.jpg Gael - Tim I fiddled around with parabolic dishes and fresnel lenses but in terms of cooking, I couldn't do much more than fry an egg or boil a couple cups of water. So I decided to take a shot at a more efficient way of solar cooking reasonable amounts of food like cakes and poultry. To do so, I chose a box d...
By: Gael - Tim

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 May 2012 16:27:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Overview-2/
Solar Spa Heater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/D663/H19RHGMH/FSOD663H19RHGMH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/D663/H19RHGMH/FSOD663H19RHGMH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/D663/H19RHGMH/FSOD663H19RHGMH.SMALL.jpg petastream Well it's that time of the year again here in Southern California time to fill up the spa and break out the BBQs. This has become a yearly ritual as well as a scathing reminder that electricity is not free. Any how my wife has been wanting to move in a greener direction and has been rather matter a...
By: petastream

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Apr 2012 05:59:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Portable-Solar-Panels/
DIY 30W Portable Solar Panels under $50 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXJ/52HV/GZ6I5S4G/FXJ52HVGZ6I5S4G.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXJ/52HV/GZ6I5S4G/FXJ52HVGZ6I5S4G.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXJ/52HV/GZ6I5S4G/FXJ52HVGZ6I5S4G.SMALL.jpg mayankbhatia I wanted to make my own solar panels for a long time. This week I finally got the chance. I learnt a lot from youtube videos and instructables website, but most panels were made of glass, wood and epoxy resins. I realized it was too much effort for cheap rejected solar sells picked up from ebay.  S...
By: mayankbhatia

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 8 Mar 2012 19:31:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-Solar-Robot-Nightlight/
Easy Solar Robot Nightlight - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/W10Y/GYN92J1V/FY8W10YGYN92J1V.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/W10Y/GYN92J1V/FY8W10YGYN92J1V.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY8/W10Y/GYN92J1V/FY8W10YGYN92J1V.SMALL.jpg Amyscrazycrafts Here is an easy solar powered nightlight.  Material List: 1/8" Baltic Birch Plywood Glue Solar Yard Light Tape (may need) (might also need scissors) Nuts, Bolts, Lock Washers & Washers Screwdriver and wrench Small Plastic Tube Q-tips Lamp/Sunlight I found the solar yard light at the Dollar Tree (f...
By: Amyscrazycrafts

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 03:49:15 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Solar-Baby-Solar-Oven-cooker/
"The Solar Baby" Solar Oven, cooker. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/Y8ZV/GYGF8GT7/FPFY8ZVGYGF8GT7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/Y8ZV/GYGF8GT7/FPFY8ZVGYGF8GT7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPF/Y8ZV/GYGF8GT7/FPFY8ZVGYGF8GT7.SMALL.jpg aleutianwind        Another Solar Oven made mostly of recycled material. It is gimbled so cooking pot stays level while oven rotates. Lightweight and breaks down into 2 pieces for storage. "Solar Baby" Solar Oven    The Solar Baby (named by Aunt Phylly) is a small solar oven made of recycled materials. It rea...
By: aleutianwind

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:55:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Assembling-a-BootstrapSolar-Chi-qoo-Solar-Battery-/
Assembling a BootstrapSolar Chi-qoo Solar Battery Charger Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/2I3K/GVZOI2VH/F6X2I3KGVZOI2VH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/2I3K/GVZOI2VH/F6X2I3KGVZOI2VH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6X/2I3K/GVZOI2VH/F6X2I3KGVZOI2VH.SMALL.jpg ryochiji The BootstrapSolar Chi-qoo is an Open Source KickStarter-funded battery charger kit for recharging or powering small electronic devices like smart phones, iPads, Kindle tablets, Arduino boards, EL wire, and others. It comes as an easy-to-assemble DIY kit that only requires a screw driver and some gl...
By: ryochiji

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Dec 2011 11:32:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Poor-Man-s-Radio-Telescope/
Poor Man's Radio Telescope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/74FR/OOFEYVZDVH7/FQV74FROOFEYVZDVH7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/74FR/OOFEYVZDVH7/FQV74FROOFEYVZDVH7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQV/74FR/OOFEYVZDVH7/FQV74FROOFEYVZDVH7.SMALL.jpg z0rb A way to peer into the radiosky using little more then junk found on the side of the road. Remembering back to my 10th birthday. I recall receiving a book on outer space. I believe it was published by National Geographic. This was by far my most prized book in my somewhat limited collection of t...
By: z0rb

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 9 Mar 2007 21:04:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Powered-Briefcase/
Solar Powered Briefcase - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/B9AP/GS047NIL/F8PB9APGS047NIL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/B9AP/GS047NIL/F8PB9APGS047NIL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/B9AP/GS047NIL/F8PB9APGS047NIL.SMALL.jpg eliteMET I had a solar panel laying around along with a charge regulator and a fairly large 12 Volt battery for a home security system... So, I decided that since its all just sitting in my room and I can't tie the Solar panel into my home's breaker box (too expensive), I would build something that I could t...
By: eliteMET

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Sep 2011 01:53:27 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/NON-grid-intertie-independant-solar-photovoltic-/
Independant (non-grid-intertie) solar electric system - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/1JEX/GRTHXZR9/FOD1JEXGRTHXZR9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/1JEX/GRTHXZR9/FOD1JEXGRTHXZR9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOD/1JEX/GRTHXZR9/FOD1JEXGRTHXZR9.SMALL.jpg JacobAziza ******Shameless Self-Promotion****** Most of what I write isn't relevant to Instructables.  My main blog is here: biodieselhauling.blogspot.com **End Digression... On to the Good Stuff** Most solar systems installed on houses are hooked up to a special electric meter which can both draw on the grid...
By: JacobAziza

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Aug 2011 22:07:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-kiln/
Solar kiln - with solar panel and revised for correct air circulation - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/NJGC/GRCQ83UO/FCDNJGCGRCQ83UO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/NJGC/GRCQ83UO/FCDNJGCGRCQ83UO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/NJGC/GRCQ83UO/FCDNJGCGRCQ83UO.SMALL.jpg dorybob First, kudos to Dr. Brian Bond, students, and staff at Virginia Tech (VT) Department of Wood Science and Forest Products for developing a solar kiln and providing the well-written plans at: http://woodscience.vt.edu/about/extension/vtsolar_kiln/ I, of course, modified the VT plans. The solar kiln ...
By: dorybob

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:53:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cheap-solar-hot-tubspapool-heater/
Cheap solar hot tub/spa/pool heater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMM/RN6K/GR88L98C/FMMRN6KGR88L98C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMM/RN6K/GR88L98C/FMMRN6KGR88L98C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMM/RN6K/GR88L98C/FMMRN6KGR88L98C.SMALL.jpg tmack0 This instructable covers the solar heater I made from parts available at the local hardware store (or salvage) for cheap. I have yet to do true empirical measurements on its output/efficiency, but it will raise the temp of my hot tub (~460gal) from 70 to 80 in two sunny days, and keeps it in the 90...
By: tmack0

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Aug 2011 03:12:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Simple-Solar-Charging-Station/
A Simple Solar Charging Station - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/BEG6/GQTM739V/FR5BEG6GQTM739V.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/BEG6/GQTM739V/FR5BEG6GQTM739V.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/BEG6/GQTM739V/FR5BEG6GQTM739V.SMALL.jpg caperren         Hi, my name is Corwin and this instructable will be a guide for the process I used to build six solar powered charging stations as part of my Eagle Scout project for Boy Scouts. My main goal when I designed these stations was to make it easy to replicate and buy parts for. Please leave comme...
By: caperren

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Aug 2011 05:10:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Charging-System/
Solar Charging System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/ONMH/GQKM4ZG1/FG7ONMHGQKM4ZG1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/ONMH/GQKM4ZG1/FG7ONMHGQKM4ZG1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/ONMH/GQKM4ZG1/FG7ONMHGQKM4ZG1.SMALL.jpg Electronics Man Here is my Solar Charging System and how I made it. What I didnt purchase, I recycled the parts from other things I already had to make it. I will show you each part of the setup and explain its purpose.   I probably dont have to explain the purpose of the solar panel, but thats where the electricit...
By: Electronics Man

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:56:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-micro-solar-generator/
Building a micro solar generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/543N/RIQEYMW0POC/FEJ543NRIQEYMW0POC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/543N/RIQEYMW0POC/FEJ543NRIQEYMW0POC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/543N/RIQEYMW0POC/FEJ543NRIQEYMW0POC.SMALL.jpg RoDuS1488 This is a little solar generator i made for camping and fishing. It could come in handy in a power outage as well. supplies needed: 1.26w weather proof solar panel $30.00 (cabelas) 12v 7.5amp rechargeable sealed lead-acid battery $30.00 (radioshack) 12v socket $11.00 (walmart) cooler $8.00 (walma...
By: RoDuS1488

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Feb 2007 04:22:03 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Concentrator/
Solar Concentrator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/ZO9C/GQ5PW928/FKQZO9CGQ5PW928.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/ZO9C/GQ5PW928/FKQZO9CGQ5PW928.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKQ/ZO9C/GQ5PW928/FKQZO9CGQ5PW928.SMALL.jpg Magnelectrostatic A few months ago I got into my car, and it was really hot. (over 100 degrees, I was really interested so I checked it with a thermometer) This inspired me to build a solar oven, I mean, if my car can get that hot, just imagine if heat was actually the goal. I built this http://www.instructables.com/...
By: Magnelectrostatic

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Jul 2011 03:47:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Solar-Heated-Balloon/
Make a Solar Heated Balloon - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F17/NUEQ/F0ZSTHOV/F17NUEQF0ZSTHOV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F17/NUEQ/F0ZSTHOV/F17NUEQF0ZSTHOV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F17/NUEQ/F0ZSTHOV/F17NUEQF0ZSTHOV.SMALL.jpg ongissim This instructable will show you how to make a hot air balloon. This balloon will not use any sort of flame to make this, though. Instead, it uses the sun to heat the balloon. I saw this at American Science & Surplus, but it was $17.50 USD, so I wanted something cheaper; I went out and made my own! ...
By: ongissim

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 May 2007 20:41:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Current-method-for-Photovoltaic-Calculations/
Current method for Photovoltaic Calculations - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/C9P9/GNNUWFBV/FNNC9P9GNNUWFBV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/C9P9/GNNUWFBV/FNNC9P9GNNUWFBV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNN/C9P9/GNNUWFBV/FNNC9P9GNNUWFBV.SMALL.jpg Supernatural Hi everyone! This is my firs attempt to make an Instructable, being a huge fan of this site, I am pretty excited. I am from Argentina, so it is probable that some misspellings and grammatical errors pop up here an there, I apologize in advance for them. Current Method for Stand Alone Photovoltaic...
By: Supernatural

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 16 May 2011 16:32:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-A-Handheld-Solar-Power-Supply/
Make A Handheld Solar Power Supply - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/X52E/F5LD3Q8H/F51X52EF5LD3Q8H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/X52E/F5LD3Q8H/F51X52EF5LD3Q8H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/X52E/F5LD3Q8H/F51X52EF5LD3Q8H.SMALL.jpg slchorne I wanted to take a solar path light and turn it into some sort of self charging portable battery pack.With a little bit of work it was surprisingly simple.You will need :- Some solar path lights (get the ones that can be easily dis-assembled)- Some small gauge wire- An 'Altoids' tin- A 1/4" mono aud...
By: slchorne

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Aug 2007 18:31:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Portable-Solar-Power-Supply-Intro/
Portable Solar Power Supply - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/68Q8/GNFSJGBJ/F9C68Q8GNFSJGBJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/68Q8/GNFSJGBJ/F9C68Q8GNFSJGBJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9C/68Q8/GNFSJGBJ/F9C68Q8GNFSJGBJ.SMALL.jpg Lewis02 Hello there. You've probably found this Instructable to gather ideas about making a portable solar power supply yourself. I've always been interested in electronics with this project being my latest idea to come wandering out of my head, why not make a portable box on wheels, that I can plug basic...
By: Lewis02

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 May 2011 17:58:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Oven-With-Tracking/
Solar Oven With Tracking... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5X/93MC/GLGCJLMB/F5X93MCGLGCJLMB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5X/93MC/GLGCJLMB/F5X93MCGLGCJLMB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5X/93MC/GLGCJLMB/F5X93MCGLGCJLMB.SMALL.jpg SolarPoweredGardener Whilst surfing the net one day I came across a site that showed you how to make simple solar cookers. The next day I made one out of cardboard and tin foil. I was amazed at how well it worked. After a lot more surfing and learning I came up with this design that any handyman with basic electrical sk...
By: SolarPoweredGardener

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 Mar 2011 09:11:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Lamp-On-a-Pole/
Solar Lamp On a Pole, Under a Bowl - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/9SVE/GK3TO0IJ/FFH9SVEGK3TO0IJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/9SVE/GK3TO0IJ/FFH9SVEGK3TO0IJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFH/9SVE/GK3TO0IJ/FFH9SVEGK3TO0IJ.SMALL.jpg laxap In search of a solar lamp for our park place, I found no lamp suitable for a pole, neither cheap nor expensive. All I found were solar lamps for wall mount, the best ones approx 100$. The best lamp I found, suited for wall mount, was conforming IP44. Obviously, this is not sufficient: it will be co...
By: laxap

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 Feb 2011 19:51:29 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Foil-Solar-Panels-for-Windows-VERY-Easy/
Foil Solar Panels for Windows (VERY Easy) Build one an hour! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/FV7F/GI0TJK7E/F2MFV7FGI0TJK7E.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/FV7F/GI0TJK7E/F2MFV7FGI0TJK7E.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2M/FV7F/GI0TJK7E/F2MFV7FGI0TJK7E.SMALL.jpg OhMike Ohio Mike introduces this project by video.     If you do Twitter... Please follow me there too http://twitter.com/iSMTV I was watching my first video again originally describing the project and discovered this... The day I made this video the ...
By: OhMike

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Dec 2010 16:43:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Smart-Solar-Oven-Platform/
Smart Solar Oven Platform - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/X0VU/GIJG2B4L/FBCX0VUGIJG2B4L.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/X0VU/GIJG2B4L/FBCX0VUGIJG2B4L.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/X0VU/GIJG2B4L/FBCX0VUGIJG2B4L.SMALL.jpg dlginstructables I have been using solar ovens for a number of years. I love to cook food with the Sun's energy, and, more often than not, the food tastes really good.  I decided to do this project because I want to use the oven more than just on weekends, when I'm around to tend it. I know that people who do solar ...
By: dlginstructables

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Dec 2010 06:13:17 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Solar-Powered-radio-for-%245/
DIY Solar Powered radio for $5 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/AC7T/F4E8646S/FFCAC7TF4E8646S.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/AC7T/F4E8646S/FFCAC7TF4E8646S.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/AC7T/F4E8646S/FFCAC7TF4E8646S.SMALL.jpg gotwind This is another good use for the solar panel used on the huge amounts of garden LED lights around, coupled to a portable radio that runs off 2 or 3 AA cells. Most of us have an old radio lying around, so I based the $5 price on the cost of purchasing/ acquiring a solar powered garden L.E.D light. ...
By: gotwind

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Jul 2007 23:01:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-made-Sun-Jar/
Home-made Sun Jar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4K/R1V7/VS4EUR4U6HE/F4KR1V7VS4EUR4U6HE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4K/R1V7/VS4EUR4U6HE/F4KR1V7VS4EUR4U6HE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4K/R1V7/VS4EUR4U6HE/F4KR1V7VS4EUR4U6HE.SMALL.jpg cre8tor A solar-powered LED lighted cookie jar reminiscent of the Sun Jar designed by Tobias Wong."Jam jars store jam, the Sun jar collects and stores sunshine so that you can use it at night."Pass around the sunshine, Sunshine. (_)vComponents:1. Ikea glass jar (AUD$3.00)2. Solar garden light (AUD$10.00)3. ...
By: cre8tor

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Nov 2006 03:44:19 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-Foil-Glue-The-Solar-Funnel-Cooker/
Cardboard. Foil. Glue: The Solar Funnel Cooker - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIK/4EA7/GB3XJEV6/FIK4EA7GB3XJEV6.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIK/4EA7/GB3XJEV6/FIK4EA7GB3XJEV6.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIK/4EA7/GB3XJEV6/FIK4EA7GB3XJEV6.SMALL.jpg gwylan When the temperature hit 100°F this June I knew I had to avoid lighting my propane stove during the day. I have a box-style cardboard solar oven which I've used for years for granola and beans and even a pie now and again. However, it's bulky to haul out just to heat soup for lunch. Research led me ...
By: gwylan

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 6 Jul 2010 00:41:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Fast-Easy-Sun-Jar/
Fast & Easy Sun Jar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0T/1QUN/GERPD9YU/F0T1QUNGERPD9YU.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0T/1QUN/GERPD9YU/F0T1QUNGERPD9YU.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0T/1QUN/GERPD9YU/F0T1QUNGERPD9YU.SMALL.jpg sylrig There are many great instructables for sun jars, but by the time I decided to try making one myself, I realized that changes in solar garden light design had made it even easier to transfer from stake to jar. No longer do you need to disassemble the lamp and battery case; the units of these small,...
By: sylrig

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 2 Oct 2010 23:20:06 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Run-your-Shed-from-a-Solar-Panel/
Run your Shed off grid! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/141J/GE7LBGRC/FZX141JGE7LBGRC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/141J/GE7LBGRC/FZX141JGE7LBGRC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/141J/GE7LBGRC/FZX141JGE7LBGRC.SMALL.jpg oscarthompson Ever wanted to Be Green? Well now you can! This Instructable will show you how to Run your Shed, on a solar panel! I Hope you enjoy my Instructable, This was one of my most enjoyable Projects! and I had good results from the little cost it has cost me. Disclaimer: I am not responsible for any dam...
By: oscarthompson

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 Sep 2010 16:08:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Powered-Cell-Phone-Charger/
Solar Powered Cell Phone Charger - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/T2PV/FPWWTM5T/FU0T2PVFPWWTM5T.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/T2PV/FPWWTM5T/FU0T2PVFPWWTM5T.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/T2PV/FPWWTM5T/FU0T2PVFPWWTM5T.SMALL.jpg january.30.2008 Power you cell phone via the sun. Materials/Tools You don't need much to get this project up and running. I actually bought everything I needed at Radio Shack, and will provide the SKUs for each item in case you want to do the same.Solar Cell (I used a 6v 50mA one) SKU: 277-1205Project Box (...
By: january.30.2008

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 14 Jan 2009 17:24:51 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Batch-Solar-Water-Heater/
Batch Solar Water Heater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/I8MR/GDEA4V47/FZPI8MRGDEA4V47.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/I8MR/GDEA4V47/FZPI8MRGDEA4V47.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZP/I8MR/GDEA4V47/FZPI8MRGDEA4V47.SMALL.jpg ganeshruskin Aim: To build a solar batch water heater using some old materials and some new. The idea behind this heater is to use as many old materials as possible, keeping them out of landfills and to use new materials as efficiently as possible. For this reason the box has been designed to use exactly two she...
By: ganeshruskin

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:22:55 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Faroun-Savonius-Wind-Turbine/
Faroun Savonius Wind Turbine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/D6MO/FAKWPBN0/FR5D6MOFAKWPBN0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/D6MO/FAKWPBN0/FR5D6MOFAKWPBN0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR5/D6MO/FAKWPBN0/FR5D6MOFAKWPBN0.SMALL.jpg faroun http://www.vawt.tk Alternative energy is a must in the future and all of us would like to challange the idea that we can not change and be efficeint.so i am taking that chllange to create my own style of Savonius wind generator.in this Instructable i will include the steps that will achieve my Farou...
By: faroun

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Dec 2007 02:52:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Sun-Bottles/
Sun Bottles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/G9PZ/GC4GD2R2/FWMG9PZGC4GD2R2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/G9PZ/GC4GD2R2/FWMG9PZGC4GD2R2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWM/G9PZ/GC4GD2R2/FWMG9PZGC4GD2R2.SMALL.jpg depotdevoid AKA: Solar powered walkway version 2 This is my second use of a distributed solar lighting system, where the panel can sit somewhere in the sun and send power to the lights that are in a shaded spot.  I guess its kind of a half step between solar garden lights and wiring your home for solar power. ...
By: depotdevoid

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Aug 2010 21:44:56 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-I-built-a-folding-15-Watt-Solar-Panel/
How I built a folding 15 Watt Solar Panel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/8GW7/GC7F5GFR/F7U8GW7GC7F5GFR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/8GW7/GC7F5GFR/F7U8GW7GC7F5GFR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/8GW7/GC7F5GFR/F7U8GW7GC7F5GFR.SMALL.jpg mdavis19 Several years ago I built a 60 Watt solar panel. It's a great panel. I still use it a lot. However, it is big, and heavy, and I don't always need 60 Watts of power. Sometimes I just need a little power for a portable device or two. I'd like to be able to charge up my cell phone, or MP3 player withou...
By: mdavis19

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Aug 2010 13:39:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/miniSADbot-outdoor-edition/
miniSADbot - outdoor edition - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRK/2KGW/GBV5RMHG/FRK2KGWGBV5RMHG.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRK/2KGW/GBV5RMHG/FRK2KGWGBV5RMHG.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRK/2KGW/GBV5RMHG/FRK2KGWGBV5RMHG.SMALL.jpg dustynrobots This miniSADbot was created for the Kickstarter backers who supported the original SADbot exhibit that Ben Leduc-Mills and I created.  Thank you!  Here you will learn what to do with the kit of parts we sent you.  If you didn't back the project but still want to make one, a full parts list is includ...
By: dustynrobots

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 21 Jul 2010 22:14:36 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Build-A-Solar-Panel/
How To Build A Solar Panel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/ZR32/FX5573IM/FDYZR32FX5573IM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/ZR32/FX5573IM/FDYZR32FX5573IM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDY/ZR32/FX5573IM/FDYZR32FX5573IM.SMALL.jpg hastyhost Currently I'm a college student studying computer engineering, and this summer while I was on break I decided I wanted to learn more about solar energy and how to build a solar panel from scratch. My main reason for looking to build it myself was to learn how it all worked, and the next reason was d...
By: hastyhost

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2009 02:43:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Panels-for-Your-Home/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/C6ER/G2L3BNS7/FVIC6ERG2L3BNS7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/C6ER/G2L3BNS7/FVIC6ERG2L3BNS7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVI/C6ER/G2L3BNS7/FVIC6ERG2L3BNS7.SMALL.jpg Instructables Guides Solar panels are a cost effective, simple and environmentally responsible home addition to anyone trying to be a bit greener these days. Here are some Instructables that will help you build your very own home solar array from new or broken panels, provide you with some great ideas for solar trackers...
By: Instructables Guides

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 30 Nov 2009 19:43:44 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-solar-cooker-with-the-mechanical-mathema/
Solar parabolic cooker with the mechanical mathematician! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F65/EEUH/FA190MJ1/F65EEUHFA190MJ1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F65/EEUH/FA190MJ1/F65EEUHFA190MJ1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F65/EEUH/FA190MJ1/F65EEUHFA190MJ1.SMALL.jpg gaiatechnician I now think that "compound" parabolic dishes have numerous advantages. (A compound parabolic solar cooker can also be made with the mathematician and I can add instructions later.)Use hardiplank, cardboard, plaster concrete or cob to make any size or shape parabolic reflector with this device! Sola...
By: gaiatechnician

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 3 Sep 2007 04:08:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-It%3a-DIY-Juice-Pouch/
Build It: DIY Juice Pouch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/BJAL/J27EYPNIT2W/F75BJALJ27EYPNIT2W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/BJAL/J27EYPNIT2W/F75BJALJ27EYPNIT2W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F75/BJAL/J27EYPNIT2W/F75BJALJ27EYPNIT2W.SMALL.jpg PopSci Today's messenger bag has become the urban pickup truck. Crammed with gadgets, gizmos, and paperwork; just open up the flap and toss in more electronic ephemera. Now it's time for your message bag to pay back for its wanton stuff gluttony and recharge your stashed goodies as you lug your battery-pow...
By: PopSci

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Feb 2007 23:15:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Bike-Stereo/
Solar Bike Stereo - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/NQ0S/G8CBY1VK/FIVNQ0SG8CBY1VK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/NQ0S/G8CBY1VK/FIVNQ0SG8CBY1VK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIV/NQ0S/G8CBY1VK/FIVNQ0SG8CBY1VK.SMALL.jpg mbmosher  In this instructable I will show you how to make a solar powered bike stereo box that fits in a milk crate, which you may already have on your bike!  This instructable assumes you have some proficiency in woodworking and soldering, and is really about the solar to battery circuitry and the options ...
By: mbmosher

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 May 2010 14:45:08 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hybrid-solar-panel-photovoltaic-and-thermal/
Hybrid solar panel (photovoltaic and thermal) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/USR2/G8VVDISN/FOZUSR2G8VVDISN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/USR2/G8VVDISN/FOZUSR2G8VVDISN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOZ/USR2/G8VVDISN/FOZUSR2G8VVDISN.SMALL.jpg carlos1w Some time ago I bought some PV cells (6"x3", from rebeccayi0904 on ebay, very nice seller!) with intention of building a PV panel (after reading a plaethora of instructables on solar panels here!).  While testing the individual cells out there in the sun I noticed that they got quite hot.  I then re...
By: carlos1w

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 7 May 2010 03:38:24 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/CERC-Green-Solar-Oven/
CERC Green Solar Oven - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/PEIL/G825HYS7/F78PEILG825HYS7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/PEIL/G825HYS7/F78PEILG825HYS7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F78/PEIL/G825HYS7/F78PEILG825HYS7.SMALL.jpg 3point2 A solar oven is a great way to conserve resources and tap into the wealth of energy that hits the Earth every day.  In this Instructable, we will show you how to construct a high efficiency solar oven out of mostly waste or scrap parts you probably have lying around your house.  The intention here i...
By: 3point2

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Apr 2010 05:35:15 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Solar-Powered-Walkway/
How to Make a Solar Powered Walkway - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/7S0R/G47KOKHE/FZV7S0RG47KOKHE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/7S0R/G47KOKHE/FZV7S0RG47KOKHE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/7S0R/G47KOKHE/FZV7S0RG47KOKHE.SMALL.jpg depotdevoid I sure loves me some sun jars!  They incorporate several of my favorite things to mess around with:  LEDs, Solar panels, hot glue, man it's all there and they look great to boot! However, there is one big fat problem:  the sun!  When it's dark out, oftentimes the places I'd really like to have a li...
By: depotdevoid

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 15 Jan 2010 07:18:40 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Food-Dehydrator-Dryer/
Solar Food Dehydrator (Dryer) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGU/DH6W/G0AMJZEN/FGUDH6WG0AMJZEN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGU/DH6W/G0AMJZEN/FGUDH6WG0AMJZEN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGU/DH6W/G0AMJZEN/FGUDH6WG0AMJZEN.SMALL.jpg Permaculture Dry your fruit, vegetables, and other goods with your own sun powered dehydrator. Electric Food Dehydrators can be expensive and consume unnecessary energy. This solar dehydrator was made entirely of recovered materials. It was constructed with scrap ply wood, 2x4s from an old ladder, a house window...
By: Permaculture

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Oct 2009 04:49:20 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Non-PV-Solar-Power/
Non-PV Solar Power - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/YID0/G0AMFJ9J/FTNYID0G0AMFJ9J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/YID0/G0AMFJ9J/FTNYID0G0AMFJ9J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTN/YID0/G0AMFJ9J/FTNYID0G0AMFJ9J.SMALL.jpg bananafred Edit: Sweet, I'm on hackaday!Hello, in this Instructable I will show you how to generate solar power using inexpensive solid state parts and without PV (photovoltaic) cells or panels. I wanted to make this project to see if I could beat the dollars per watt costs of commercially available solar pane...
By: bananafred

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Oct 2009 03:09:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Window-Inserts/
Solar Window Inserts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/6REU/FXXPKQAP/F2D6REUFXXPKQAP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/6REU/FXXPKQAP/F2D6REUFXXPKQAP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2D/6REU/FXXPKQAP/F2D6REUFXXPKQAP.SMALL.jpg Slezridr Free heat with minimal investment. Having a serious interest in renewable energy, I recently got the urge to try and create a solar insert that would simply slide into my existing window casings to help with the heating of my 1996 mobile. I saw on the local news one night how a local man built a sol...
By: Slezridr

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Aug 2009 21:40:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/kiteboat/
Free Yacht Chapter 12: Kiteboat! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIM/UXPY/FWX11RB7/FIMUXPYFWX11RB7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIM/UXPY/FWX11RB7/FIMUXPYFWX11RB7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIM/UXPY/FWX11RB7/FIMUXPYFWX11RB7.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson Solara is dismasted, so let's power it with gigantic kites!There's no mast and rigging in the way, so it's a perfect opportunity.This ible is a composite image of what a kiteboating excursion on the Free Yacht is like, the photos are from various outings.Max Stephenson video. Many thanks to him, Lis...
By: TimAnderson

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