'solar beetle' by bora kim, kimhyelyn, and park jong duck from korea is one of the shortlisted entries
from more than 4000 participants in the 'iida awards 2010' competition, organized by designboom
in collaboration with incheon metropolitan city.
featuring small solar panels on its surface, 'solar beetle' is a way for nature lovers to recharge
their electronic devices, such as mp3 players or camera batteries, while still on the go.
designers' own words:
'anyone who enjoys a challenge and adventure should try to hike at least once. in these days of
digital technological change, mobile, mp3 and other kinds of electronic equipment are indispensable
items for doing penniless journeys. bit it is impossible to use them for many hours and often there is
no place to recharge them. 'solar beetle' is a solution to the problem, utilizing natural techniques.'
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