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Backpack that powers

Backpack

How cool would it be to hike in the woods and not worry about batteries? Pretty sweet I'd say. U.S researchers created this backpack that generates power while you are walking; the up and down motion of your hips. It actually produces about 7 watts of electricity, enough to power a GPS unit or even your cell phone. So if your ever in a bind and need to call for help, this backpack could save the day.

Power Backpack

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Too heavy

They have to come up with something lighter if they expect soldiers to trot around with those things. 10 lbs is too much extra weight just to be able to charge your night vision goggles. Two weeks worth of AA batteries are lighter.

Just Use The New Shaker Flashlight Internals

It would be easier and lighter to take the internals from one of those flashlights you shake up. That and maybe a small solar cell. Definately sounds lighter than their setup.