smallbean refined concepts
DESCRIPTION
Refined concepts for the solar suitcase.TRANSCRIPT
October 15 2010October 29 2010
All-In-One
This concepts is a fully modular, compact approach to the solar suit-case. It affords students the ability to transport power easily providing the opportunity for revenue creation. It is easy to assemble, setup, and use thanks to color coded connectors and diagramatic instructions.v
Key Benefits Stake Holders Mobility Rating:
Transport Use
The Big Idea
In Use
ModularStationary
Local Students
SmallBean crew
Community Member
Setup
Concept Evaluation
ConsPros
October 15 2010October 29 2010
All-In-One
The flexibility of the modules allows the user to set it up anywhere, quickly and compactly.
This system can be easily transported by one person. Batteries can be moved from location to location with ease.
The color coded plugs and ports make the system very easy to use. Diagramatic instructions integrated into the modules enhance usability.Transport Use
Benefits
Transport Storage
Setup
October 15 2010
Modular Units
The big idea of this concept is to use individual modular parts that canstack/connect together. This makes for a highly expandable system as parts can be added on at any time. Think of it as lego or building blocks.
Key Benefits Stake Holders Mobility Rating:The Big Idea
In Use
ModularStationary
Local Students
SmallBean crew
Community Member
The small bean system
Storage Unitlaptops, cmeras and general equipment
Power converting and charging component
Educational diagram
View window
Floor bolting brackets
Ancor component/ footing could be either bolted to floor orfilled with local rocks/sand
Locking latch
Classroom
Transport
November 14 2010
Setup Storage
Concept Evaluation
ConsPros
October 15 2010November 14 2010
ransported as individual parts, by several people (min 2 ppl). Individual parts can be carried on a plane.
To setup the system stack and lock the components. Than, the solar panels are placed on the roof and plugged into the system to power it.
System comes with storage components could be shipped flat and constructed on site. Additional storage units could be added to system.
Benefits
Transport Storage
Transport Setup
Modular Units
The smallbean solar system componets
System component ready for transport
System component ready for transport
Lockable laptop and equipment component.
Heavy duty lock latch.
Power converting and charging component
Smallbean team member
Built in handle for easy transport
Padlock to lock anchor component to power converter component
Storage
October 15 2010
Modular Units
This concept focuses on the teaching and training aspect of the project
and provides additional benefits to support that. It is a complete all-in-
one system that remains stationary once at it’s location.
Key Benefits Stake Holders Mobility Rating:The Big Idea
ModularStationary
Local Students
SmallBean crew
Community Member
November 14 2010
In Use
Setup Use Storage
Concept Evaluation
ConsPros
October 15 2010October 29 2010
All-In-One
Because it is an all-in-one system, it does not require any initial set-up, however the system should be “opened” in the morning, and “closed” and locked during the night.
The system empowers the students to learn on their own by permanently dis-playing instructions and facilitates interac-tions between instructors and students.
Because it is an all-in-one system, it is a storage unit on it’s own that can be se-curely closed and locked up during the night. Use
Benefits
TransportStorage
Setup Storage
October 15 2010
Modular Units
November 14 2010
In Use
This concept focuses on the teaching and training aspect of the project
and provides additional benefits to support that. It is a complete all-in-
one system that remains stationary once at it’s location.
Key Benefits Stake Holders Mobility Rating:The Big Idea
ModularStationary
Local Students
SmallBean crew
Community Member
Use StorageTransport
October 15 2010October 29 2010
All-In-One
Transport Storage
Concept Evaluation
ConsProsTo simplify the transport this system consists of three parts that can be transported separately. They attach securely together once at the loca-tion to create one unit.
The system empowers the students to learn on their own by permanently dis-playing instructions and facilitates interac-tions between instructors and students.
Because it is an all-in-one system, it is a storage unit on it’s own that can be se-curely closed and locked up during the night. Use
Benefits
StorageTransport