http://www.instructables.com Wed, 22 May 2013 03:45:50 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Solar-Lamp-with-the-help-of-Mother-Nature-CO/
DIY Solar Lamp with help of Mother Nature & CABOT WoodCare Products - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/48JY/H6MEVVNZ/FIB48JYH6MEVVNZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/48JY/H6MEVVNZ/FIB48JYH6MEVVNZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIB/48JY/H6MEVVNZ/FIB48JYH6MEVVNZ.SMALL.jpg spottedwalker Here is another Solar Light project I made from found and recycled items. My motto is that I don't through away items until I know for sure it has out lived it's usefulness.This project idea came about when I found this weathered tree sapling that a honey suckle vine had helped shape it's unusual f...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Sep 2012 20:52:49 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Window-Mounted-Solar-Hot-Air-Furnace-Aluminum-Sof/
Window Mounted Solar Hot Air Furnace (Aluminum Soffit Based) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/7YEN/H6MERAA3/F7R7YENH6MERAA3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/7YEN/H6MERAA3/F7R7YENH6MERAA3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7R/7YEN/H6MERAA3/F7R7YENH6MERAA3.SMALL.jpg LancePenney Good evening welcome to my entry for the "Off the Grid Contest". I present to you a product aimed at lowering your winter heating bill and carbon footprint by generating heat for free using the power of the sun! Projects that involve warming air for space heating using the sun are plentiful. However...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 4 Sep 2012 14:39:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/WIND-TURBINE-BLADE-DIY-how-to-video-Part-1-HAWT-Wi/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCZ/285G/H5Y9W4W5/FCZ285GH5Y9W4W5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCZ/285G/H5Y9W4W5/FCZ285GH5Y9W4W5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCZ/285G/H5Y9W4W5/FCZ285GH5Y9W4W5.SMALL.jpg GREENPOWERSCIENCE This is the actual DVD I have. Please watch all 10 videos before trying this yourself and BE CAREFUL. TOOLS ARE DANGEROUS. WARNING WARNING DO AT YOUR OWN RISK:-) We use pine for our blades but there are better woods available. If you use Pine, seal with a water sealer then apply a clear gloss enamel...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Aug 2012 10:55:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cement-Mold-Parabolic-Reflector-from-a-water-tank/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/HSZP/H5TUB6DD/FFCHSZPH5TUB6DD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/HSZP/H5TUB6DD/FFCHSZPH5TUB6DD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFC/HSZP/H5TUB6DD/FFCHSZPH5TUB6DD.SMALL.jpg GREENPOWERSCIENCE PART 1 OF THE DIY PROJECT. SCRAP 70 GALLON WATER TANK I FOUND ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD.
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Aug 2012 13:29:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Diy-Solar-Panel-Series/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/A3ZO/H5TVB8BP/F8PA3ZOH5TVB8BP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/A3ZO/H5TVB8BP/F8PA3ZOH5TVB8BP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8P/A3ZO/H5TVB8BP/F8PA3ZOH5TVB8BP.SMALL.jpg GREENPOWERSCIENCE This is part 1 of a complete panel video. There will be three inexpensive options of panel sealing.
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 19 Aug 2012 08:34:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bucket-Solar-Light-Storage-Container-SUPER-EASY/
Bucket Solar Light & Storage Container SUPER EASY - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/K5NQ/H461XPOE/F2KK5NQH461XPOE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/K5NQ/H461XPOE/F2KK5NQH461XPOE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2K/K5NQ/H461XPOE/F2KK5NQH461XPOE.SMALL.jpg spottedwalker I don't through away items until I know for sure it has out lived it's usefulness and a great example are Old solar Yard lights. I came up with two ideas and I have already published one http://www.instructables.com/id/Restoring-Plastic-Solar-Cells-like-New/  I thought of my second project because I...
By: spottedwalker

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Jul 2012 21:30:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Restoring-Plastic-Solar-Cells-like-New/
Restoring Plastic Solar Cells like New - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/9YRA/H401V35I/FBZ9YRAH401V35I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/9YRA/H401V35I/FBZ9YRAH401V35I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBZ/9YRA/H401V35I/FBZ9YRAH401V35I.SMALL.jpg spottedwalker Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Jun 2012 21:28:11 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Charging-System/
Solar Charging System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/ONMH/GQKM4ZG1/FG7ONMHGQKM4ZG1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG7/ONMH/GQKM4ZG1/FG7ONMHGQKM4ZG1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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 08:56:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-Solar-Battery-Panel-without-Soldering-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJW/PJMM/HCJO5G0R/FJWPJMMHCJO5G0R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJW/PJMM/HCJO5G0R/FJWPJMMHCJO5G0R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJW/PJMM/HCJO5G0R/FJWPJMMHCJO5G0R.SMALL.jpg dkdls09 Making solar panel( 2Volts ) without soldering but conductive adhesive tape and tangible solar cell.   Put the solar battery cell #1 facing down on the solar panel in its position, and put one side of conductive tape on a positive terminal and the other side of the tape on the cell #1. ...
By: dkdls09

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 May 2011 17:21:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Run-your-Shed-from-a-Solar-Panel/
Run your Shed off grid! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/141J/GE7LBGRC/FZX141JGE7LBGRC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZX/141J/GE7LBGRC/FZX141JGE7LBGRC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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 09:08:21 PDT 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://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/8GW7/GC7F5GFR/F7U8GW7GC7F5GFR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7U/8GW7/GC7F5GFR/F7U8GW7GC7F5GFR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.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 06:39:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Home-Solar-Planning-a-Solar-Array-Beginners/
DIY Home Solar: Planning a Solar Array (Beginner's Guide) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUJ/FP4J/GAJUQEFG/FUJFP4JGAJUQEFG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUJ/FP4J/GAJUQEFG/FUJFP4JGAJUQEFG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUJ/FP4J/GAJUQEFG/FUJFP4JGAJUQEFG.SMALL.jpg DIY Solar Jon Hi there! Maybe you've considered solar energy - even if only for a brief moment - only to dismiss it as too complicated and too expensive, or maybe you're seriously considering a project, but don't know where to start. With this Instructable, I hope to demystify the (not-really) intimidating proc...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Jun 2010 10:11:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Heater/
Solar Heater - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FLB/3YWX/ADLEYF7I3IE/FLB3YWXADLEYF7I3IE.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FLB/3YWX/ADLEYF7I3IE/FLB3YWXADLEYF7I3IE.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FLB/3YWX/ADLEYF7I3IE/FLB3YWXADLEYF7I3IE.SMALL.jpg robbtoberfest This is a solar air convection heater for my garage that is powered by the low angle winter sun. It's easy to build and it works very well. With enough building insulation, this can be a primary heat source with a secondary needed for cloudy days. The idea and design is from Mother Earth News Decemb...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Feb 2007 08:10:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Small-Solar-Panel/
Small Solar Panel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FMR/8MYB/P9OEV2ZDB7Z/FMR8MYBP9OEV2ZDB7Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FMR/8MYB/P9OEV2ZDB7Z/FMR8MYBP9OEV2ZDB7Z.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FMR/8MYB/P9OEV2ZDB7Z/FMR8MYBP9OEV2ZDB7Z.SMALL.jpg kinz1jg Construct a small, portable solar panel that will charge two AA rechargeable batteries in a day or two. Use the batteries to make any battery-powered device solar powered. Introduction Construct a small, portable solar panel that will charge two AA rechargeable batteries in a day or two. Use th...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 28 Nov 2006 23:40:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Home-made-Sun-Jar/
Home-made Sun Jar - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F4K/R1V7/VS4EUR4U6HE/F4KR1V7VS4EUR4U6HE.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F4K/R1V7/VS4EUR4U6HE/F4KR1V7VS4EUR4U6HE.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/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 »]]> Sat, 18 Nov 2006 19:44:19 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Chispito-Wind-Generator/
Chispito Wind Generator - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/F0P/E5SK/TQQEP27TQ3M/F0PE5SKTQQEP27TQ3M.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F0P/E5SK/TQQEP27TQ3M/F0PE5SKTQQEP27TQ3M.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F0P/E5SK/TQQEP27TQ3M/F0PE5SKTQQEP27TQ3M.SMALL.jpg velacreations The Chispito Wind Generator was designed to be simple and efficient with fast and easy construction. There are no limits to what you can do with wind power. There is nothing more rewarding and empowering than making a wind powered generator from scrap materials. Most of the tools and materials in th...
By: velacreations

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