Spotted a handy sized toy boat in the bargain store so another solar boat project is on it's way. I have a few ideas I want to try so this will spread over several episodes.
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Main components
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Toy boat from the bargain store
Solar panel and motor from a fluttering butterfly garden ornament
Home made propeller
Expanding foam filler
Bicycle spoke or similar item to extend the shaft
Aluminium drinks can for the propeller and rudder
Main Tools
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Hot Glue Gun
Scissors
Sharp knife
Soldering iron
Filmed using FujiFilm FinePix S4800
Edited using Serif MoviePlus Starter Edition
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