New updateWe've got confirmation from all three Turbot winners! They are: Scott Williams of New Jersey, USA, and... Amin Younes of New York State, USA! Emiel Roumen of the Netherlands! ps: Turbot kit looks like it'll be ready real soon!
The Paris Flyer CarouSol Kit is the latest product in our line of solar-powered kinetic desk toys. Borrowing design elements from the golden age of air travel , we've added our unique solar-electronics flair to create self-powered dynamic mobiles.
Designed as either a desk-mounted device, the Paris Flyer features wonderful visual detail when stationary. The periodic motion catches the eye, separating it from any standard mobile. The brass pivot rests on a low-friction metal disk for best motion.
The Paris Flyer uses our tried-and-proven SolarEngine technology that allows the use of solar energy in much lower levels than otherwise possible. Under standard office-level illumination, the hanging mobile version activates approximately every 4 minutes. In direct sunlight, activation is every 5~10 seconds, resulting in continuous motion from the mobile.
As a kit, the builder has an enjoyable experience assembling a precision-cut wood model, with the additional challenge of soldering the SolarEngine together. Being wood, it readily accepts almost any finishing method from lacquer to marker.
As with all Solarbotics' kits, it comes with the "No Fear" warranty. We guarantee the successful completion of your project, regardless of issue.
• 4 x Laser cut MDF panel
• 1 x #4-48 plinth & screw
• 1 x 3/4" ball bearing
• 1 x Aluminum spinning surface
• 1 x Double sided sticky tape
• 1 x Propeller
• 1 x Pager Motor
• 2 x SCC3733 solar panel
• 2 x 13” long 30awg wire
• 1 x Solar Engine:
New updateWe've got confirmation from all three Turbot winners! They are: Scott Williams of New Jersey, USA, and... Amin Younes of New York State, USA! Emiel Roumen of the Netherlands! ps: Turbot kit looks like it'll be ready real soon!
Woohoo! We're thrilled to announce that Solarbotics is the exclusive importer for these Mark Tilden-designed gearmotors. 224:1 ratio, lots of torque, modifiable - these are idea for high-torque applications like walkers and turbots. Check the "New Items" listing on the left side for details, or view them directly here: GM2 (offset) or GM3 (90 degree) […]
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We have pictures from the Los Alamos National Labs Workshops! Check them out under the Gallery heading, or at the bottom of this post. We are having temporary difficulties with our Solarbotics.net server, eliminating the ability to read PDF files or downloads. This should be rectified soon. Also, in the transfer process, everyone who asked […]
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Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Please visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov for more information. This item was manufactured prior to August 31, 2018.