Nature-inspired smart solar concentrators by 4D printing
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DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2018.01.062
Abstract: Abstract Currently, solar concentrators, whether in solar PV or solar thermal applications are designed and utilized as a fixed shape such as elliptic, parabolic, V-shape, hyperbolic, and multi-stage forms. Here, we are inspired by diurnal… read more here.
Keywords: shape; nature; smart solar; optical efficiency ... See more keywords
Smart Solar-Powered LED Outdoor Lighting System Based on the Energy Storage Level in Batteries
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DOI: 10.3390/buildings8090119
Abstract: A novel smart solar-powered light emitting diode (LED) outdoor lighting system is designed, built, and tested. A newly designed controller, that continuously monitors the energy status in the battery and, accordingly, controls the level of… read more here.
Keywords: led outdoor; system; solar powered; energy ... See more keywords