Minimal Kite Power

The essence of kitepunk, as I imagine it. Simple, a little slap-dash, and eye-opening as to possibilities. I can’t judge whether it’s efficient, or in any way useful, but dang if it isn’t cool.

Compressed air particularly appeals to me as an alternative to batteries. Manufacturing airtight vessels and seals isn’t exactly primitive tech, but it’s easier than battery chemistry.

Also, props to the videographer for so succinctly summarizing how the setup works in only 12 seconds of video.


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2 responses to “Minimal Kite Power”

  1. Santos Gorena-Guinn Avatar

    Hi Andrew,

    As the criminal responsible for that demo, it was indeed pure uncut KitePunk.

    Please email santos137@yahoo.com to connect with more such stuff, and the folks who make it.

    Dave
    Texas

    1. andrew Avatar

      I’m glad you like my made-up term “kitepunk”. This demo was a delight because it made AWE look so accessible, even at a personal scale. I’ll send you an email when I get some time. Thank you for replying!

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