The Power Mole

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The Power Mole is a fascinating innovation that bridges the gap between indoor and outdoor power sources. Imagine being able to transmit electricity through your window glass, allowing indoor outlets to power outdoor devices. Let's explore this electrifying concept:


The Power Mole: How It Works


1. Inductive Coupling Technology:

   - The Power Mole utilizes inductive coupling technology, similar to what's found in wireless smartphone charging systems.

   - It wirelessly transmits up to 10 watts of electricity through window glass, wood, or any non-metallic material.


2. Components:

   - The setup consists of two puck-shaped components:

     - Transmitter: Adhered to the inside surface of a window pane, it's plugged into an indoor household outlet.

     - Receiver: Adhered to the outside of the pane, it's USB hard-wired to the outdoor device (e.g., security cameras or decorative lights).


3. How It Works:

   - As an alternating electric current passes through the transmitter's induction coil, it generates a fluctuating magnetic field.

   - This field passes through up to 30 mm of glass, producing an alternating electric current in the receiver's induction coil.

   - An integrated rectifier converts this AC current to DC (direct current), which powers the plugged-in gadget.


4. Efficiency and Limitations:

   - The Power Mole is efficient for low-power devices (e.g., security cameras) that utilize a USB or 5-volt input.

   - Efficiency ranges from around 50% (at the maximum spacing of 30 mm) up to 75% (at a spacing of less than 6 mm).

   - It automatically shuts off if the transmitter can't connect to the receiver, saving electricity.


5. Beyond Glass

   - The system isn't limited to glass—it can also transmit through wood or other non-metallic materials.

   - If metal is detected between the transmitter and receiver, the transmitter shuts itself off.


Availability


- The Power Mole is currently the subject of a Kickstarter campaign.

- A pledge of $59 gets you a package with a transmitter, receiver, and 3M adhesive pads for both units.

- While the Kickstarter is limited to US customers, international availability should follow if the campaign succeeds.


The Power Mole is a groundbreaking solution for powering outdoor devices when outdoor outlets are scarce. It's time to fire electrons through your window and light up your world! ⚡🪟



- [The Power Mole - Wireless Power Transfer Through Windows!](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/acquaindustries/the-power-mole-wireless-power-transfer-through-windows)

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