SURVIVAL GADGETS

FREEPLAY SELF-POWERED RADIO (FPR2)

The Freeplay Radio (FPR2) utilizes personally generated power, and has no need for batteries or an external power source. The energy storage and release mechanism is based upon energizing a textured carbon steel spring by winding it from one spool to another. As the spring returns to its original position, it releases its energy and applies torque into a transmission. The transmission consists of a gearbox which drives a direct current generator which provides energy for the radio receiver. The extended play FPR2 was introduced specifically to provide a stylish long play option to the original FPR1 short-wave model.