This Design Idea describes a high-intensity, rechargeable flashlight system that you can build from a 6V lantern-type flashlight. The rechargeable battery comprises four 2V, 2.5-Ahr (ampere-hour) SLA ...

Flashlights and headlamps are great for focused, directional beams, but for illuminating a wide area with useful, ambient light, you need a lantern. These portable devices provide 360-degree output, ...

A lot of thoughtful design has gone into the small but handy Princeton Tec Helix Backcountry rechargeable LED camping lantern. This clever little outdoor lantern is rechargeable, can be hung from, or ...

Create a cozy ambiance, light up the kitchen area or go exploring in the night woods with our picks for this year's best ...

On average, people experience about four hours of power loss each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). During the extended blackout in Manhattan following Hurricane ...

Your day doesn’t have to end when the sun goes down. Enjoy your camping experience well into the night with one of the best camping lanterns. While there are several light sources to choose ...

For times when your power goes out unexpectedly, an emergency repair arises after sundown, or a project requires working in hard-to-see spaces, a reliable and readily ...

The light output of lanterns is quantified by lumens. Models around 100 lumens only provide enough light for personal use and ambient light; larger groups will want something in the 400 range. Almost ...