RSSParker Jardine
Parker Jardine is a systems administrator for Durango School District 9R in Durango, Colorado. He enjoys cycling, kayaking, rock climbing, electronics, and renewable energy.Author of these Magazine Articles
Solar Power System Design
How to use solar panels to supplement your home or workshop electricity needs.
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Skill Builder
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14: Optics page 160
20-Watt Solar Panel
With a few solar-cells and a plastic case, you can utilize the sun's energy to power anything from a light bulb to your entire house.
Part 2 of this article will appear in MAKE, Volume 14.
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Skill Builder
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Solar Power System Design
How to use solar panels to supplement your home or workshop electricity needs.
In
Skill Builder
from MAKE:
14: Optics page 160
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