In recent years, there has been a notable upswing in interest surrounding the development of solar products, fueled by the escalating demand for sustainable energy solutions. This heightened focus has provided product development firms, like ours at SGW, with valuable experience in crafting inventive solar energy products. Our involvement in diverse projects has enabled us to apply insights garnered from various industries to the mechanical design services of solar modules.
Our accomplished team has successfully engineered an array of solar-powered products, spanning from small-scale solar-powered electronics to more extensive infrastructure and industrial solutions. These ventures have brought forth captivating engineering challenges, particularly in the outdoor design realm. Unlike typical indoor products, solar projects are crafted for outdoor use, necessitating resilience against day-to-day wear and tear, storms, rain, and prolonged UV exposure — all without compromising functionality.
Solar-Power Storage
A pivotal aspect influencing solar product development is the incorporation of onboard battery storage. Beyond solar panels, supplementary power is essential for effective product or system operation. To address this, we integrate onboard batteries; however, temperature variations can impact battery performance, especially during charging and discharging. Consequently, incorporating temperature control provisions within the product design is sometimes imperative. Throughout engineering and manufacturing, we prioritize serviceability and the product’s ability to undergo repairs.
Aesthetic Importance
While functionality and performance are paramount considerations in product development, aesthetics assume a crucial role, especially in consumer-oriented solar product design. Raw industrial forms may suffice for solar farms in remote areas, but aesthetics become paramount for components integrated into homes or public spaces. We recognize the significance of creating visually appealing solar products that seamlessly blend into their surroundings, fostering consumer adoption and acceptance of solar energy solutions.
Solar-powered devices are often deployed in off-grid locations where conventional grid power is unavailable or economically unfeasible. The ability to generate independent energy necessitates maintaining connectivity between these devices and monitoring systems through telemetry outputs. This facilitates efficient monitoring, maintenance, and data analysis, ensuring optimal performance and troubleshooting capabilities.
Solar Joins the Internet of Things (IoT)
As Internet of Things (IoT) technology advances, the integration of solar product development with IoT capabilities opens up exciting possibilities. Companies are exploring the potential of IoT to connect and collect data from solar devices on various scales, pushing substantial data to cloud-based databases. However, implementing cloud-connected equipment requires meticulous planning to ensure data security and protection against potential threats.
The ongoing growth of solar as a viable power source for standalone products and systems calls for continuous innovation in product mechanical design services. We are committed to staying abreast of evolving trends in power generation, volume manufacturing, and energy storage that shape solar product development initiatives. By embracing advancements in both large and small form factors, we strive to deliver cutting-edge solar solutions that cater to the changing needs of our clients and contribute to a sustainable future.