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We Need A Block Party Stat!

Remote Auxiliary Power System recharges our special forces straight from overhead power lines

I’m wondering how long it takes before these catch on, on the streets. I’m pretty sure it will lead to some pretty epic and interesting impromptu block parties.

“When thrown over a power line it makes contact with the bare ground and then cuts through the insulation into the live wire within, pulling the power down to an AC/DC transformer built into the spool. This device has proven safe for use in the rain and even underwater…”

View the rest of this story and video over at Wired.