If the concept of solar energy applied to watches is nothing new in the strict sense, it is always interesting to observe its components and functioning. Present on the market since 2003, with the debut of the G-Shock Tough Solar line, Casio watches powered by the Sun were unveiled (it must be said, since it was a "cross-section" demonstration) at the Japanese fair of electronics Eco Product 2010.
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If the concept of solar power applied to Watches it is not a novelty in the strict sense, it is always anyway interesting observe its components and operation. Present on the market since 2003, with the debut of the G-Shock Tough Solar line, Casio's Sun-powered watches have been revealed (it must be said, since it was a "cross-section" demonstration) at the Japanese electronics fair Eco Product 2010.
The “charging force” of the Casio solar watch lies in a micro solar panel, placed on the dial, which powers one battery with high energy reserve capacity. THE advantages? Here they are: no more replacement of the battery (the batteries, of course, are rechargeable, even in the light of a lamp), therefore less waste to dispose of; the charge of the watch, if you are in the sunlight, is sofortamente disponibile. And, furthermore, potentially it never stops.
To avoid a useless waste of energy, then, the watches a solar power use a stand by technology "Intelligent", which in particular dark conditions (during the night, in the cinema or in the theater) "cancels" the time display, to make it appear simply by pressing a button. Or if the watch is exposed to a light source again. This system is useful because it allows you to conserve a reserve of energy.
To conclude: it is not our intention to advertise; but the Christmas approaches: maybe, this may be an idea for a regalo eco friendly.
For more information: http://www.casio-intl.com/wat/toughsolar.html
Piergiorgio Pescarolo
