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In this generation we are finally coming to a place where we can carry power with us. Power to light refrigerators, lamps, televisions, communications equipment and more. One issue we face is power storage and fuel supply. Both are still in the infant stage. In my section on Offgrid Answers I try to supply a few of the concepts now available for permanent power supply. Here I will try and cover more real life issues for the off roader and back country lifestyle.
ABS Alaskan-Gives you basics on generators including you must have a generator shed for cold winter climates.
Add Solar power to your truck camper-This article describes how you can build your own solar powered charging system for your camping or fishing RV/marine battery, or add a solar charger to an existing truck camper battery system.
How To Build A Homemade Portable Solar Generator-This might be more for the electronics folk. Also has some interesting ideas on what he calls Generator 2 which runs off a battery.
Mobile Solar Generator-the Wind & Sun 'SunMachine' provides power and lighting for outdoor events. It has been used to run: stage PA & lighting; fairground organs; radio broadcasts; sheep shearing; video projection; computers; recording equipment; tools; chargers and many other electrical loads.
Solar Generator-This simple solar generator can be made by you. Here are some simple instructions on how to do this.
The Sustainable Village-A very large list of self sustaining power generators from wind, solar, hydro and more.
U.S. Power Grids& Automatic Power Systems-Seems to provide a lot of information on various major power systems for home, work and travel.
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