Sometimes it's more than just inconvenient when your electronics lose power. Sometimes, losing power could be dangerous. Never worry about a dead cell phone again! Charge your portable electronics by harnessing the power of the sun.
You Will Need
*Solar-powered garden lights
*A flat-head screwdriver
*A Phillips-head screwdriver
*Wire cutters
*A wire stripper
*A voltage meter
*A diode
*Soldering materials
*A spare USB cord for your device
*A messenger bag or satchel
*Clear plastic vinyl
*Scissors
*Sewing materials
*Hot glue (optional)
*A piece of cardboard (optional)
Step 1: Remove the solar panel
Step 2: Test the voltage
Step 3: Add more solar panels
Step 4: Add a diode
Step 5: Add the USB cord
Step 6: Solder the USB cord
Step 7: Sew the vinyl
Step 8: Add the solar panels
Fact: In 2008, an unmanned plane flew nonstop for 82 hours, 37 minutes, powered entirely by solar energy.
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