Our project is going to an electric vehicle that uses solar power to operate and charge.
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UN SUSTAINABILITY DEVELOPMENT GOALS
Empowered and Driven:
Delivering Solutions for Global Issues
Our chosen goals stem from our vision for the project to serve multiple purposes. Firstly, we are committed to combating climate change by implementing eco-friendly practices and reducing carbon emissions. This involves utilizing renewable energy sources like solar or wind power and adopting sustainable manufacturing processes to minimize our environmental footprint.
Secondly, we are dedicated to producing clean energy solutions that are efficient and minimize pollution. This entails researching and implementing innovative technologies such as hydrogen fuel cells or advanced battery storage systems, which can contribute to a cleaner and more sustainable energy future.
Lastly, we aim to have a significant impact on the future of technology and manufacturing. This means fostering innovation, pushing boundaries, and staying ahead of emerging trends. We plan to invest in research and development to create cutting-edge products and leverage automation and digital technologies to streamline manufacturing processes.
By aligning our goals with these principles, we believe our project can make a meaningful contribution to both environmental sustainability and technological advancement.
DESIGN STORY
Challenges
``Limited resources set time to complete the project lack of experience ``
Use Case
This product would be used on the road when people are traveling places
Solution
Limited resources - look for low cost or free alternatives for materials and tools prioritise the essential items and make them work well together Set time to complete project- break down the project into smaller tasks and set a deadline for each start early and stick to a schedule Lack of experience- do more research into the project practice and experiment to see which methods work the best
TECHNOLOGIES
List of Essential Tools and Technologies
THE PROCESS
PROTOTYPE DESIGN
The Car’s design is an EV vehicle equipped with solar power, the solar panels mounted on the car’s surface harness sunlight and convert it into electricity. The energy is subsequently employed to replenish the car’s battery. The solar energy integration provides an additional source of power extending the car’s range. There is also an Incorporation of a Liquid Crystal Display to improve users’ experience, the LCD can provide real-time updates on the charging status, including battery level, charging time remaining, and whether the car is actively charging and can be customized based on users’ preference.
Online Marketing
Creative agency
Web development
PLEDGE
Impact on the market
Solar-powered cars are changing the game in the car world. They're super eco-friendly because they don't produce any emissions when they run. Plus, they save you a bunch of money in the long run, especially if you live in a sunny place. These cars also help us rely less on fossil fuels, which is great for the planet. And because they're catching on fast, they're shaking up the car industry, making big companies think about investing in clean energy or risk being left behind.
RESULTS
FINAL PRODUCT
The process of making the product was interesting as many skills were learnt but also had its challenges that we had to deal with for example integrating various subsystems to work together seamlessly and balancing the weight of components with energy efficiency.
