Small Scale Solar LED Lighting

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Sustainable Technologies

I have a design that uses a solar panel to convert sunlight into electricity that is stored in a sealed lead-acid (SLA) battery. The power from the battery is then used in the evenings to power LED lighting. LEDs and solar power go well together.

I am using this system to illuminate my home in the evenings (and early morning), and am able to save from 10% to 15% on the electric bill each month. The system is maintenance-free, and works daily without need for attention.

The LEDs are controlled using a micro-controller on a PCB. The LEDs are turned ON/OFF using an InfraRed (IR) controller. I also have various settings that can be set using the IR remote.

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  • ABOUT THE ENTRANT

  • Name:
    James Jackson
  • Type of entry:
    individual
  • Profession:
    Business Owner/Manager
  • Number of times previously entering contest:
    1
  • James's favorite design and analysis tools:
    Altium Designer
  • James's hobbies and activities:
    electronics, solar panels and LEDs
  • James is inspired by:
    I am able to express my creativity in what I do.
  • Patent status:
    none