Seven years ago Ecosphere Technologies showed off to the world their first self-contained solar generator unit, aimed for areas where disasters had struck. Since then they have been busy working on refining the form and function of their system and now they have finally revealed their revison. The system is named the “PowerCube” and it can be transported just like any other shipping container. This means it can be taken via sea, land or air, to reach areas fast when disaster strikes. Once it has reached its destination, at the push of a single button, the system then transforms into a communications base, shelter and water treatment plant, capabe of generating 15 kW of electricity.
As soon as the self-contained PowerCube reaches its destination it is easy to deploy. The solar panels are stored away inside the unit and slide out using roller hinges on both sides of the unit. The rollers have support from hydraulic actuators, which means that they can be positioned very simply. The photovoltaic panels extend outwards, with energy being stored in batteries on-board the self-contained unit.
Electricity generated by the PowerCube can be put to use in powering the on-board systems which are neatly packed into the unit. One of the most important of these is the water treatment system that can provide clean drinking water. It powers communications and satellite equipment and can even be used for external sources, such as providing power to schools and hospitals.
As soon as the self-contained PowerCube reaches its destination it is easy to deploy. The solar panels are stored away inside the unit and slide out using roller hinges on both sides of the unit. The rollers have support from hydraulic actuators, which means that they can be positioned very simply. The photovoltaic panels extend outwards, with energy being stored in batteries on-board the self-contained unit.
Electricity generated by the PowerCube can be put to use in powering the on-board systems which are neatly packed into the unit. One of the most important of these is the water treatment system that can provide clean drinking water. It powers communications and satellite equipment and can even be used for external sources, such as providing power to schools and hospitals.
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