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While we are trying to develop cleaner, more efficient technologies, some engineers and designers have begun to try to optimize existing designs. However, there is evidence that the best way forward may be to look back and find inspiration, and all designs will eventually return to nature.
Solar Lotus
Bionics uses various models, systems, and processes found in nature to inspire new products and technologies, especially those that involve the use of renewable energy. The solar lotus shown in the figure is the best example of bionics inspiring innovation inspiration. The device can be used for photovoltaic power generation and solar thermal power generation.
Solar Lotus was designed by Dr. Joseph Hui, founder of Monarch Power. It simulates the collapsible petal pattern of Lotus, creating a device surface that can effectively collect sunlight. Within a range of four meters wide, the petals of this lotus can be opened and closed like real flowers. The user can start the system by pulling the central six petals, and the "chord"-like network device in the lotus can open the rest of the petals.
When the solar lotus is closed, it can block wind and rain. When the flowers are open, petals can convert solar energy into electricity and heat. Under ideal conditions, it is enough to provide 3 kilowatts of photovoltaic power and an average of 100 kilograms (220 pounds) of hot water to generate 3 kilowatts of solar thermal power. This is because water is used to cool lotus solar cells, and hot water is a natural byproduct and does not require extra energy.
The solar lotus can be installed on the ground instead of on the roof, and due to its light weight, it can be completely transported by truck, which makes it an ideal solution for power emergency in the disaster area. It is expected that the price of this product may be less than 9000 US dollars. It will become a choice for residential users and commercial users to use renewable energy to generate electricity, and its electricity price is about 1.50 US dollars / watt. (Translation: Erin)
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