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"Micah J. Mabelitini" <micahx@kih.net> wrote in message
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> I built a simple solar-powered hexapod last weekend with some new parts
> I ordered from Pitsco. The walker is quite slow, using the LEGO solar
> cell to power a 5225 9V motor, which drives a worm gear coupled directly
> to a 24T gear. I've found the LEGO capacitor to be quite useful in this
> implimentation, as it charges to full after about 20 seconds in direct
> sunlight, and provides the motor with power for about a full minute
> after the walker is moved into darkness. My cat *hates* it. Here's a
> photo if anyone's interested:
Great model.
Would the solar cell power an RCX unit?
I built a large model of the Mars Rover using an RCX and adding a Solar
Panel would be great
http://www.wilkesworld.co.uk/lego/marsrover.htm
regards
lawrence
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