TRACKING THE SUN FOR MAX ENERGY
Alex Martin (Al's Robotics)
In order to keep Solar Navigator's solar panels looking at the sun (as much as possible) it is considered necessary to design the panels to be movable in at least one plane. Two planes would be better, but this may prove to be impractical. However, experimentation continues apace.
The well known local robot designer, Alex Martin, joined the team of experts now supporting the project, specifically to design and construct a suitable system for Solar Navigator. The 'Tracker' has to be rugged and reliable, able to withstand all the high seas can throw at it. The sensing head will not only control an electro mechanical actuator, but will also show the crew where the sun is shining. This may assist in fine tuning the route.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION SOLAR WINGS
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