Crank-powered vending machine defies power outages in Japan

[Terpe]

I've sent 'wind-up' torches, lanterns and radios to Philippines.

As the write up says, it's basically 'old' technology, but with a new application.

I thought this was a very interesting idea, especially when disruption to power supply is commonplace.

[lastlid]

I've sent 'wind-up' torches, lanterns and radios to Philippines.

As the write up says, it's basically 'old' technology, but with a new application.

I thought this was a very interesting idea, especially when disruption to power supply is commonplace.

Hehe. The wind up torch. I had one of those just a few years ago, an oil industry freebie. Saves on batteries. Cant remember if they have the potential to cause a spark or not......

Its was noted that people were forever leaving torches on after use and draining the batteries so wind up torches were the answer.