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As solar power has matured as a technology, companies have started applying it to more than just houses. Acting as an energy platform for our transport was an obvious application.

Solar: Will It Ever Power Our Vehicles

Solar Powered Car

As an active technology, one of the first uses for solar power was on NASA spacecraft. Although not used for propelling the crafts, interested parties immediately started thinking about using solar power for getting us around in our daily lives. Alas, there were so many problems with the technology, including efficiency issues, that the idea never really gained much footing. With the massive popularity of hybrid vehicles, companies and research institutes are revisiting the idea.

Vehicles getting all of their energy from the sun are not a viable option at this time or for the near future. The problem is you simply can’t produce enough energy to meet the power needs. Until technology is developed to make the sunlight conversion process much more efficient, there really is not an answer to the problem. This technological advance, however, may not be far away.

Quantum dots are a form of nanotechnology that is being developed by numerous companies for solar power applications. This technology essentially tries to create tiny solar robots to convert the sunlight to energy. Millions fit within small areas and the hope is the efficiency conversion rate will go through the roof. The companies are looking to create a platform where the robots would exist in paint. Yep, the paint on your home and car may eventually produce all the energy needed.

In the meantime, solar power applications are being developed with a focus on hybrids. The basic idea is to use solar power to provide energy to the batteries powering the hybrid cars. Put another way, it is a step towards the ultimate goal. Honda does not discuss its research, but is believed to have built a facility solely for this purpose and is dumping money into it hand over foot.

The creation of viable solar vehicles is dependent on the advances of the underlying technology. Solar hybrids should be on the market relatively quickly. The big breakthrough, however, will be when viable commercial applications are developed using nanotechnology.

Eco Solutions Solar Powered Auto Vent Fan $28.00 This solar-powered fan operates automatically in direct sunlight to keep your parked car feeling cool and comfortable for your return. Works by blowing hot air out its built-in vent, while taking in cooler, fresher air from the vehicles circulation ducts. Contains recycled plastic. Includes flip-up window attachment and cut-to-size PVC gap moldings. No tools or batteries required….

Sunsei 70440 Solar Vent Stainless Steel Day/Night Solar Powered Vent $103.99 …

Eco Solutions Auto Escape Tool with Solar Powered Flashlight $27.50 This amazing 4-in-1 auto emergency tool could help you make a life-saving escape from a collision or submerged vehicle. Features spring-loaded glass-shattering tip; retractable air bag puncture pin; channeled seat belt slasher; and solar-powered ultra-bright 3-bulb LED torch that runs on the sun to provide constant-on and flashing modes. Comes with self-stick dashboard storage/recharging bracket a…

LG Solar-Powered Bluetooth Car Kit HFB-500 $39.95 LG has a greener solution: the Solar Bluetooth Car Kit. Mount this light-weight box to your windshield and you’re good to go and talk. Holding enough charge for 16 hours of talk time, the kit can get 1 hour of talk time for every 2 hours of exposure. Plastic clasps keep the box angled at the sun so you can careen around corners without loosing light. When fully charged, the HFB-500 provides a mass…

Motorola DPC Series Rapid Wall Charger $1.07 Motorola SLN9700 travel battery charger is designed & built specifically for Motorola DPC Series Batteries. Factory original 110-120 Volt AC rapid battery charger, travel charger works with DPC SERIES BATTERIES model batteries….

Blackberry 6710/6750 AC Travel Charger $4.95 Blackberry by RIM ACC-04172-001/ ASY-04510-001 battery charger is designed & built specifically for your Blackberry by RIM 6710/ 6750 cellular phone. This Blackberry by RIM 6710/ 6750 cellular phone compatible 110-120 volt AC standard travel battery charger cannot operate your cellular phone when attached to a discharged cellular phone battery. Some battery charging must occur prior to placing a …

H2go Hydrogen Powered Radio Control Car Standard Set $40.00 The World’s First Hydrogen Powered Radio Controlled Car!!! Power from water and sunlight, the H2go Radio Controllled Car is the future of play today. The car features an on-board, state -of-the-art hydrogen fuel cell which provides all the power needed for road rippin’ action! The refueling station insures there’s always plenty of power to keep things moving! In less than 4 minutes, it converts …

New Bright – 1:18 Radio Control Solar Car $18.88 …

Solar Powered Toy Pack $39.95 Also sold individually, this pack includes all 4 Science Time Solar Toys. These Solar Powered Toys come in just a few easy-to-assemble pieces. Once assembled, simply place them in sunlight and they will go to work paddling, rolling, driving or spinning. These fun toys are a great way to demonstrate alternative energy sources to children. A fun and educational value-pack….

Run Your Car on Sunshine: Using Solar Energy for a Solar Powered Car $4.95 …

Mini Solar-Powered Car $14.99 Car is tiny, power source is very large Solar cars are, unfortunately, still in the research and development phase, although we saw one recently that drove from Texas to New York in 5 days. Despite being impressive, it’ll likely be years before we have one sitting in the driveway, charging. Until then this working miniature model will have to keep us entertained. The world’s smallest solar powered car – it zooms along when the sun shines on the solar panel. No batteries – it gets its power just from the sun. No assembly required. Measures a tiny 3.3 x 2.2 x 1.4 cm. When the sun shines on the solar panel, the panel makes electricity that turns the motor and the wheels. A fun demonstration of solar power. Will also work when close to a strong artificial light source. Not for children under 3 years old, due to small parts.

BLCK SOLAR BLUETOOTH CAR KIT HANDS FREE SOLAR-POWERED BT SPEAKERPHONE $46.28 BLCK SOLAR BLUETOOTH CAR KIT HANDS FREE SOLAR-POWERED BT SPEAKERPHONE VISOR MOUNTING BRACKET CHARGE=12HRS

Solar Powered Car Fan Hidden Camera $650 Unassuming Fan Cools Your Car While Capturing 8 Hours Of Surveillance Video Solar Powered - Never Needs Batteries Real Working Fan To Decrease Suspicion & Keep You Cool High Resolution Recording 8 Hour Record Time With 10 Hour Rechargeable Battery Life USB Attachment For 1 Step Easy Video Download The Car Fan Keeps Your Car Cool & Protected This innocent looking Solar Powered Car Hidden Camera is not only covert, but it's a reliable way to capture high resolution car surveillance. This unparalleled covert video surveillance unit clips onto your car's window to capture surveillance video wire free. Your passengers won't know that you're monitoring who's been in your car and you can rest easy knowing that you're monitoring every minute. The best part? It's solar powered so it recharges on its own so you don't have to worry about recharging batteries. The high resolution video surveillance is recorded onto the built-in DVR that can be easily viewed on your computer with a USB cable. The camera is even 1.0 LUX so you can capture video in dimly lit areas such as parking garages or tunnels. This unbeatable all-in-one surveillance unit is all you'll need to keep an eye on your car when you're not around. Uses: Who Stole Your Change Who Stole Your Ipod Or Radio Find Out Who's Been In Your Car Find Out Who Scratched Your Car Who Drove Your Car Without Permission Who's Been Snooping Around Your Desk Features: USB Cable for charging and easy data transfer Record high resolution 480 lines and 1.0 lux with the internal Sony CCD camera Playback on 3GP compatible cell phones and PDAs 1 year warranty Records up to 8 hours Perfect for car surveillance

SOLAR POWERED BOLLARD LIGHT $111.99 SOLAR POWERED BOLLARD LIGHT

Stegosaurs: The Solar-Powered Dinosaurs $2.94 Stegosaurs: The Solar-Powered Dinosaurs

Micro Solar Car $14.98 No Batteries, No Plugs Just Power From The Sun! This micro wonder car uses 100% clean fuel technology powered by miniature solar cells. This little car zooms as soon as the sun shines on the solar panel, yet stops on a dime the moment the sun is blocked. No assembly required. Approx. 1.25″ long. Assorted colors, our choice, please.

SOLAR POWERED ATOMIC $20.99 SOLAR POWERED, RADIO CONTROLLED ATOMIC ALARM CLOCK

SOLAR-POWERED GARDEN ART $26.99 SOLAR-POWERED CLEAR ;GLOBE GARDEN ART

WLS SOLAR POWERED-CAM SYS $5749.99 WLS SOLAR POWERED-CAM SYS

SOLAR POWERED GARDEN SPOTLIGHT – BLACK $47.99 SOLAR POWERED GARDEN SPOTLIGHT – BLACK

SOLAR POWERED VERSATILE FLOODLIGHT – WHITE $53.99 SOLAR POWERED VERSATILE FLOODLIGHT – WHITE

Maverick SPR-01 Solar Powered Rotisserie $68.34 Maverick SPR-01 Solar Powered Rotisserie

OEM Anycom Solar Powered Bluetooth Portable Car Kit with Windshield Mount, SCK-1 $79.99 Talk in style with this OEM Anycom Solar Powered Bluetooth Portable Car Kit with Windshield Mount, SCK-1! The new cell phone laws are here! So avoid getting a ticket and get yourself this OEM Anycom Solar Powered Bluetooth Portable Car Kit with Windshield Mount, SCK-1! This brand new bluetooth headset from Anycom is not only helping you obey the laws, but also offers style and comfort at the same time. With it’s brand new features, it is bound to satisfy all your needs and wants of a bluetooth headset! OEM Anycom Solar Powered Bluetooth Portable Car Kit with Windshield Mount, SCK-1 features Original manfucatured by Anycom Echo-cancellation and noise reduction ensure Equipped with Multi-Function and volume button Solar panel provides additional 30 minutes talk time Lithium polymer battery Talk time: 15 hrs Standby time: 25 days Make calls safely and conveniently in car Part #: SCK-1 OEM Anycom Solar Powered Bluetooth Portable Car Kit with Windshield Mount, SCK-1

Solar Car Book $19.75 Solar Car Book

The Solar Car Book $20.41 The Solar Car Book

A Solar Car Primer $287.96 A Solar Car Primer

Solar-Powered 1 Watt Hand Torch $26.99 Extra bright LED light for dark areas, corners, parking spaces and garage forecourts. Thanks to the removable and rechargeable solar- power storage battery, this hand torch is ideal for those places where there is no power supply available. Stays lit for approx. 3 hours when the battery is fully charged. Complete with 230V charging plug for the wall socket and 12 V charge- adaptor for the car cigar lighter socket. Suitable for outside areas, as its manufactured to IP44 standard. Colour grey/black.

Geneva Clock Solar Powered Table Clock $32.5 Geneva Clock 3480AT Solar Powered Table Clock

One such freak is Mark Muller – A Swiss engineer who intends to take a 40, 0000Km trip around the world in his own build ‘Wind and Solar Powered Car’. He wants to do it without emitting even a single gram of CO2. …

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