A research and development laboratory has invented a new technique for harnessing solar energy, turning regular windows into energy producers. They’re at the point with their development that they need to deploy a few thousand square meters of the stuff and collect some critical data.
To do this, they need an advanced circuit to convert the generated 100V into a practical 5V USB charger with energy storage batteries and fast charging capabilities. Additionally, the research team needed to incorporate WiFi into the circuit to monitor user behavior and assess window performance in real time. This experiment marked a significant milestone for the R&D team as they sought to validate their technology and plan a strategic path for future development.
Recognizing the challenges of integrating high-voltage circuits into small form factors and optimizing the windows’ output using maximum power point tracking (MPPT), the R&D team sought assistance from Henway, specialists in custom electric design.
Henway helped address the technical complexities and lay out the WiFi connectivity strategy for easy setup and data transmission. With Henway’s expertise, they tackled issues related to data collection frequency, cloud integration, and user-friendly setup processes.
Deciding to integrate IoT can be overwhelming for any research team when engineering designers start asking questions about data collection, storing information in databases, user accounts, and visualizing data through charts and graphs. Henway takes a collaborative approach and assists teams in weighing the pros and cons of various options.
For any teams looking to link their products to the cloud, Henway is ready to offer the expertise and support needed for success. Contact us.