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Raspberry Pi Zero end of the world laptop

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cmb271 over 9 years ago

Okay, hear me out.

 

 

I've always been interested in SHTF or end of the world technology and I have a concept in mind utilizing the Raspberry Pi Zero as a basic laptop for document creation, media storage as well as a controller for things such as a FM receiver/transmitter and communications enclosed in a self sustaining (solar cell embedded) laptop case. It wouldn't need to do much just store data that can be critical for survival if a day that normal infrastructure didn't exist. a small 7-10" screen, a built in thin solar panel mounted on the back of the screen (that's also protected with plexi-glass or some other form of transparent protective covering), a removable rechargeable battery (maybe with the capability to work with AA batteries if the rechargeable ones become faulty) a built in keyboard and track pad.

 

I know this sounds silly but just imagine if society as we know it ceased to exist, it would be nice to have a portable data device that's bigger and more sturdy than an average smart phone that can hold images and videos as well as documentation about how to solve problems that may arise. It would be an interesting concept as well if the rear solar panel could act as a kickstand for the screen so it could charge and you can work at the same time.

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    gregoryfenton over 9 years ago

    I wouldn't say I am a prepper, I just love the outdoors life. I guess in a roundabout way that makes me a prepper by default image

     

    Sensible head on now image

     

    The biggest power drain on a PI Zero based laptop would be the display.

     

    Have you considered an E-Ink display rather than a TFT or LCD screen?

    A bluetooth keyboard with built in trackpad rather than an attached keyboard?

    Using text mode rather than a graphical UI?

     

    Greg

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    gadget.iom over 9 years ago in reply to gregoryfenton

    You might get away with a normal LCD if the usage is kept fairly low. Use it for a couple of hours, then charge for a good few more.

    E-Ink displays, by comparison, will use much less power but have significantly poorer refresh cycles. The current commercially available E-Ink technology may not be ideal for displaying photos and video.

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    gadget.iom over 9 years ago in reply to gregoryfenton

    You might get away with a normal LCD if the usage is kept fairly low. Use it for a couple of hours, then charge for a good few more.

    E-Ink displays, by comparison, will use much less power but have significantly poorer refresh cycles. The current commercially available E-Ink technology may not be ideal for displaying photos and video.

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