Hybrid Solar Wind LED Assembly with Adaptive Control
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Solution Overview
Problem
Conventional natural powered electrical systems are often limited to a single source of energy and fail to adapt to varying weather and climate conditions, necessitating hybrid and adaptable systems that can effectively utilize both solar and wind power.
Innovation Solution
A solar-powered LED assembly that incorporates a combined energy generation system, including solar panels and a wind turbine, with a programmable controller and adjustable turbine mirrors, allowing for efficient energy conversion and storage, and adaptive operation based on environmental conditions.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a single energy source (solar or wind) is used, then the system structure is simple, but the system cannot adapt to varying weather and climate conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines solar panels and wind turbine into a single hybrid power system that can generate electricity from both solar and wind sources simultaneously or independently, enabling the system to adapt to varying weather conditions while maintaining a unified structural framework
Solution Approach 2:
The hybrid system is designed to perform multiple functions: generating power from solar radiation, generating power from wind, storing energy in batteries, and providing conditional operation modes (solar-only, wind-only, or combined), making the system universally adaptable to different environmental conditions
2Area of stationary object
If solar panels and wind turbine are integrated in a compact assembly, then space utilization is improved, but cooling and maintenance access becomes difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The compact assembly is divided into distinct functional modules: solar panel module, wind turbine module, battery module, and control module. Each module can be independently accessed, cooled, and maintained while remaining part of the integrated structure
Solution Approach 2:
The system utilizes vertical space arrangement where solar panels are positioned on upper surfaces for sunlight exposure, wind turbine extends vertically for wind capture, and cooling channels are arranged in vertical passages, enabling efficient space utilization while maintaining access pathways
3Productivity
If the system operates in all weather conditions, then energy generation continuity is improved, but system reliability under extreme conditions may be compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The system incorporates dynamic operational modes that can be adjusted based on environmental conditions: solar-only mode, wind-only mode, combined mode, or standby mode. The controller dynamically selects the optimal configuration to maintain continuous power generation while protecting components from extreme conditions
Solution Approach 2:
The system includes protective measures such as enclosed housing for battery protection, aerodynamic blade design for wind turbine protection, and conditional operation logic that prevents operation during extremely adverse conditions, cushioning against potential damage before it occurs
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system provides a cost-effective, efficient, and adaptable solution for energy generation, capable of maximizing energy harvesting from both solar and wind sources, while ensuring effective cooling and maintenance, thus addressing the limitations of single-source systems.
Implementation Method 1
at least one element for creating electric power; at least one solar panel for generating electric power
Implementation Method 2
at least one wind vane operatively associated with the at least one support; at least one energy converter for generating electric power from the at least one wind vane
Implementation Method 3
at least one LED for converting electric power into visible light
Data Source
AI summary
An assembly comprising at least one electrical device; the at least one electrical device being mounted to at least one support; at least one solar element for creating electric power from solar power; at least one energy storage device for storing electricity generated by the solar element; at least one wind impacting surface operatively associated with the support; at least one energy converter for generating electric power from the wind; and at least one shaft operatively connected to the at least one energy converter and the support. Optionally, the energy converter comprises at least one motor which operates to rotate the support; the at least one motor being operatively connected to the at least one battery for storing electric power therein.