Abstract: A carousel powered by an arrangement of photoelectric solar panels is driven by an electric motor, which is connected through a battery to an arrangement of solar cells located on the roof of the carousel. Also connected to the battery, in parallel with the motor, are a number of decorative bulbs, to prevent overcharging of the battery. The solar panels are hinged and are placed on the roof of the carousel with one part of the panel horizontal to the ground, and the other part angled upwards, to maximize the capture of solar energy regardless of the location of the sun in the sky. Additionally, the carousel figures are removable and the roof and base of the carousel are hinged, so that the carousel can be folded into a transport position.

Abstract: An improved transportable power-operated carousel of the type having a minimum of two concentric rotating tier-like platforms, a central mast with a rotating hub and radial arms arranged in a spoke-like manner at the hub for suspending the rotating platforms; wherein the improvement comprises L-shaped angled support arms having a first leg extending upwardly from the hub in an operating position, and a second leg adjacent thereto which, in an operating condition is approximately horizontal, the arms being vertically as well as horizontally pivotally connected with the hub.