RC Solar Car – Eco Friendly Solar Rechargeable Remote Control Car

Every child has a favorite toy. For little girls, it’s probably a doll or a teddy bear. On the other hand, the boys typically go more for cars, trucks and guns. One toy, however, is a big hit with boys and girls alike. For that matter, even adults can’t help playing with RC Toys (remote controlled or sometimes referred to as radio controlled toys).  There’s an unspoken thrill and excitement to be able to control a small object and make it speed around the house as fast as its wheels can take it.

The one downside with these RC toys perhaps is that they tend to chew up a lot of batteries. And that’s not too eco-friendly, or easy on the pocketbook.

As an alternative, check out the RC Solar Car – a solar rechargeable remote control car. This bright yellow solar car is powered by the sun’s rays which are absorbed by a solar panel located on the roof of the car. And when you don’t have a suitable solar light source available, the RC Solar Car can also be re-charged from a USB port (a USB cable is included). Even the remote control panel also charges using the solar panel on the car, simply plug the remote control panel into the port on the car’s back bumper and it will re-charge from the solar panel as well.

With the RC Solar Car, you have full maneuverability from the remote with forward/reverse and left/right steering control. The RC Solar Car is recommended for kids eight years of age and up. But don’t kid yourself, the adults can’t keep their hands off this little amusement either (must be the kid in all of us). And what better way to teach your kids about environmental responsibility with this eco-friendly RC car at the same time.

RC Solar Car – Charging and Play Times

Solar Charge:

• 30 minutes solar charge  gives you 5 minutes of power
• 1 hour solar charge gives you 10 minutes of power
• 2 hours solar charge gives you 15 minutes of power

USB Charge:

• 1 hour USB charge gives you 20 minutes of  play time

 

Get the RC Solar Car that runs on sunshine. Very affordable at a price of £24.99, your kids will enjoy hours of entertainment, and you’ll enjoy the savings when you don’t have to buy or replace all of those batteries.

Available: IWantOneOfThose

Price: £24.99

 

 

Solar Fountain Birdbath

 

The technology industry has not forgotten green bird lovers. It has produced the Solar Fountain Birdbath which utilizes solar energy instead of electricity to power up the garden decoration, thus helping to conserve energy and also cut down on electricity bills in the process. This is possible thanks to the solar panel placed in the center of the fountain which harnesses energy from the sun to power an internal pump.

This pump enables the continuous recirculation of water through a filter and up to the fountain to produce a spring of gently cascading water while eliminating stagnant water which can become a breeding ground for insects. The sound of the trickling water will also attract birds to the Solar Fountain Birdbath, as it is a well-known fact among bird lovers that birds are especially attracted to running water.

The Solar Fountain Birdbath can be set up anywhere in the garden. Take note though that some minor assembly will be required. It also requires an 8-hour charge, but it can last up to 6 hours after each charge. Do not fret if you do not get much sunlight at your place as only moderate sunlight is needed.

In terms of looks, the Solar Fountain Birdbath does not look too shabby with its wrought iron black base which is forged by hand. This is reinforced with an iron hoop for more strength and stability. The fountain’s aluminum bowl comes in a rich copper finish, giving it a touch of elegance.

Available: Hammacher

Price: $179.95

Infrabel and Infinity’s Solar Train Tunnel

 

As the world enters a new generation and has come to a new era, the world is greatly advancing in technology and most of it is designed to prevent global warming and save the environment. 16,000 solar panels were built on top of Belgium’s high speed rail line over a two mile stretch of tunnel to provide power about 4,000 trains every year. It runs through Antwerp Central Station and generates power through it as well as the surrounding infrastructure in the tunnel. This project was built to prevent global warming and reduce the consumption of electrical usage.

During the summer of last year, engineers started covering the 164,000 square ft surface with monocrystaline solar panel over the surface area of the roof of Belgium’s HSL4 high-speed rail tunnel. The solar panels are rated at about 250 watt peaks for each panel and it has been installed using an extraordinary ballast tile structure that negates the need for rooftop perforations. The installation began generating power estimating about 3.3 GWh of electrical power each year said Enfinity. The power generated every year by the solar panels can light up around 1,000 houses for a year.

The total project costs about US$20 Million and it will be the first railway that is powered by green energy. Also, not only that it saves the environment, it will also save a significant amount of money that Antwerp Central Station spent just on the electrical consumption before the solar panels were installed.

The Solar Stairway Light

 

If you are a regular reader here at Mint Gadgets then you will be familiar with some of the solar powered gadgets we have blogged about in the past. If not then you can check the latest ones out, for example the Solar Powered iPod or iPhone speaker, Solar Powered watch, or Solar-powered Headphones.

Today’s solar gadget is the Solar Stairway Light which is an outside light that can be positioned on a wall to illuminate a stairway.  The benefit of this is that no wires are necessary therefore no electrician bills if you simply want to light up your stairway.

Positioned on the side of the solar stairway lights are the solar panels which collect sunlight and provide the power necessary to illuminate the 4 LEDs to light up the stairs.

No need to switch these waterproof Solar Stairway Lights on and off, a built in sensor determines light intensity and automatically switches the LED’s on when levels fall below a visible level. This light will then be displayed for up to 10 hours after a full charge.

Available: Hammacher

Price: $39.95

Solar Powered iPod or iPhone speaker – Eton Soulra XL

 

Everyone is so concerned about conserving energy given the continuous oil price hike the world over. But more than energy conservation, it is always fashionable to go green even with your gadgets. And when it comes to green gadgets, nothing beats the Eton Soulra XL Solar Powered iPod/iPhone Speaker which as its name suggests, gets power from the sun. This is great news for environmentalists considering that solar energy is free and environment-friendly.

With the use of the speaker dock for iPod and the iPhone, you do not only amplify the sound of your music but it also acts as a solar charger to recharge your gadget by getting power from the sun. Teenagers around the World are going crazy about this solar-powered gadget but wait until you hear that the Eton Soulra XL solar-powered iPod/iPhone speaker device comes with a 2,000mAh lithium ion rechargeable battery which can last up to five hours. With the 72-square-inch solar panel’s 22W speakers, you can get the party rolling anywhere from the park to a small room.

The Eton Soulra XL solar-powered iPod/iPhone speaker, sells at a price of around $300 and will start shipping later this month. If you are the outdoor type of guy or gal and you dig music, then having this device at your disposal would be a real treat.  Finally, you can enjoy music indoors or outdoors for several hours even without plugs. But more importantly, you now have bragging rights to tag yourself as a green consumer.

Available: Amazon

Price: 249.99

 

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