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Re: Rcx and Solar Power
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lugnet.robotics
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Date:
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Fri, 9 Jul 1999 18:29:17 GMT
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Sam Edwards <sam.is@homeANTISPAM.com>
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I've heard of people using a k'nex solar panel to power the RCX, not sure
what elese. The voltage is the same as it would be for an adapter you plug
into the wall, 9-12 volts, AC or DC, and any amperage. Lego designed the RCX
to be kid proof!
> I want to power my Rcx and robot with solar power. Edmunds Scientific lists a
> dozen or so solar panels, all with different voltage and current. What is the
> approprioate voltage and current the Rcx would need, with 2-4 motors and 2-3
> sensors? I assume 9 volts is correct, but would 12 volts be too many? What
> about amps?
>
> Any help appreciated.
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Did you check the web site first?: http://www.crynwr.com/lego-robotics
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