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The idea of a wind up flashlight came from the 1959 movie, journey to the center of the earth.

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When was the wind up flashlight invented?

The idea of a wind up flashlight came from the 1959 movie, journey to the center of the earth.


Who invented the first wind up clock?

Peter Henlein, a German locksmith and clockmaker, is credited with inventing the first portable spring-driven clock in the 16th century, which is considered one of the first types of wind-up clocks.


Does a flashlight contain an electromagnet?

No. Except for the kind that you wind up to power.


Where can one purchase a durable wind up flashlight?

You can purchase a durable wind up flashlight at your local Walmart, Sears, or Target. You can also purchase one online from the Amazon website and have it shipped directly to your house.


How do you make a wind up flashlight?

You need a tube, a coil of wire, a magnet and a capacitor to store the charge.


What is a wind-up torch?

A wind-up torch is a type of flashlight that is powered by manually winding a crank or handle to generate energy to light up the bulb. It does not require batteries or external power sources, making it useful in emergency situations or outdoor activities.


What is a wind up torch?

A wind-up torch is a flashlight that is powered by winding a crank or handle to generate electricity, rather than relying on batteries. This makes it a convenient and eco-friendly option for emergency situations or outdoor activities.


Who invented the wind up radio?

Trevor Baylis. for people in Africa


What makes a wind up flashlight shine what does it wind together to make the energy is it zinc magnets or something else?

i'm not very sure, but i know it has magnets. as for zinc, you will have to see if someone else answers it. Yeah...;.


Who invented the wind up torch?

The wind-up torch was not invented by a single person, but rather developed over time by various scientists and engineers. However, early versions of hand-cranked flashlights or torches date back to the late 19th century. The wind-up mechanism allows users to generate power by manually turning a crank attached to a small generator within the device, eliminating the need for batteries.


What happens when energy stored in a flashlight battery is used up?

The flashlight can not be turned on as it no power now.


Where can I buy a good quality flashlight for my camping trip?

I bought two recently from Mountain Warehouse in the sale. One was a conventional battery powered flashlight with a strong beam, which I'm saving for emergencies; the other is a wind-up torch, which is really useful for ordinary tasks as it never runs out of power.