Solar Panel Mounting Frame with Adjustable Angle for Energy Efficiency

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current educational settings face challenges in integrating technology effectively, leading to increased pollution, inefficient use of resources, and inadequate development of reading and writing skills, as traditional methods like paper-based learning are not fully replaced by digital solutions, resulting in security and administrative issues.

Innovation Solution

The implementation of a system comprising a movable digital podium, dual tablets, and solar panel mounting frames, which enable secure, efficient, and sustainable technology integration by allowing teachers to move freely, enhance reading and writing skills, and reduce paper usage through solar-powered devices.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of manufacture

If solar panels are mounted at a fixed angle, then manufacturing is simple, but energy collection efficiency is reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemounting simplicityVSAvoidenergy collection efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies the dynamics principle by making the solar panel mounting angle adjustable rather than fixed. The mounting frame includes an adjustment mechanism that allows the solar panel angle to be changed according to different seasons and locations, optimizing energy collection while maintaining ease of manufacture through a modular design

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Use of energy by moving object

If solar panels are made adjustable to optimize energy collection, then energy efficiency improves, but device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveenergy collection efficiencyVSAvoidmounting structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Use of energy by moving objectVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies segmentation by dividing the mounting system into modular components: a base, an adjustable support structure, and the solar panel assembly. This modular design allows for angle adjustment while keeping each component simple and easy to manufacture, reducing overall system complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies parameter changes by providing an adjustment mechanism that modifies the mounting angle parameter based on seasonal and geographical requirements. This allows optimization of energy collection efficiency through parameter adjustment rather than requiring complex tracking systems

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

3Productivity

If technology is integrated into classrooms with computers for each student, then productivity improves, but cost and resource consumption increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveeducational efficiencyVSAvoidhardware resources
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies universality by designing a solar-powered system that can be shared among multiple students and classrooms. The portable solar charging station serves multiple functions: charging tablets, providing power banks for students, and eliminating the need for individual student devices, thereby reducing overall hardware resources while maintaining educational productivity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

4Power

If solar panels are mounted on roofs, then energy generation capacity increases, but installation complexity and safety risks increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveenergy generation capacityVSAvoidinstallation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
PowerVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies dynamics by creating a portable, movable solar charging station that can be easily deployed and relocated. This eliminates complex roof mounting requirements while maintaining adequate energy generation capacity through modular battery and solar panel assemblies that can be configured for different locations and scales

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

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

This system addresses security, technology integration, and resource efficiency issues while promoting effective teaching and learning by enabling teachers to monitor and interact with students while moving, reducing paper usage, and utilizing renewable energy, thus enhancing educational outcomes.

Implementation Method 1

solar battery storage system

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPhotovoltaic effect: Photovoltaic Effect

Implementation Method 2

ventilator

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectForced convection: Forced Convection

Data Source

PatentUS11309827B2Solar mounting frame and lighting assembly
Publication Date: 2022.04.19 CHOPPLA GULSHAN PREM
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AI summary

A solar mounting frame for a ventilator apparatus includes: a solar mounting frame having four sides mounted to the ventilator; and a side solar mounting frame having two L-shaped angle rails to mount a solar panel.