The Solarbotics Squid Hunting CarouSol Kit

We have designed the Squid Hunting to be a self-activating, solar-powered sculpture. Unlike other solar-powered devices, our SolarEngine technology allows us to extract useful energy from light levels otherwise unusable by solar cells.

In direct sunlight, activation happens in seconds. Indoors, in a location like an interior office with fluorescent fixtures, you can expect motion every 6 minutes. As long as there is sufficient light to read by, this device still works, activating only when it has stored enough power to create useable motion.

Specifications:

• Intermediate skill level - ages 12+
• Basic soldering and tools required
• Solar powered - no batteries needed
• 1-2 hours build time

Kit includes:

• 4 x Laser cut MDF panel
• 1 x #4-48 plinth & screw
• 1 x 3/4" ball bearing
• 1 x 3/8" ball bearing
• 1 x 3/16" magnet
• 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:
  • 1 x KMSE PCB
  • 1 x 0.2F capacitor
  • 1 x 22uF capacitor
  • 1 x Diode
  • 1 x MCP112-195 voltage trigger
  • 1 x TR2222 NPN transistor