Build Your Own Portable Wind Turbine To Power Gadgets When Camping

Instructable user ineverfinishanyth wanted a way to power gadgets while camping, so he built a portable turbine that weighs in at only 450g.Admittedly, it’s not going to kick out enough juice to power your laptop, but it can handle powering rechargeable batteries or similar low-energy devices. The main appeal is its mobility; the motor and blade can easily be detached from the stand for easy packing and it should fit in any hikers backpack. Hit up ineverfinishanyth’s full guide over on Instructables to find out how to do it yourself.

Camping Wind Turbine [Instructables]


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