Solar-powered infotainment spot 2.0
Themes: Energy
Market ready application
A TRL is a measure to indicate the matureness of a developing technology. When an innovative idea is discovered it is often not directly suitable for application. Usually such novel idea is subjected to further experimentation, testing and prototyping before it can be implemented. The image below shows how to read TRL’s to categorise the innovative ideas.
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Why?
This movable stand-alone photovoltaic (PV) powered system can be placed as service provider at events and festivals (e.g. providing information and internet access, charging phones). It remains functional for up to one week without sun.
How?
A 102 W semi-flexible crystalline silicon PV module and a 210 Ah battery bank are used to generate and store the required energy. The infotainment spot is a demonstrator for aesthetically pleasing and compact curved PV modules.
When?
A fully functional autonomous system prototype is available. The idea is ready to be commercialised and used at upcoming events and festivals.
Dr. Olindo Isabella