Smart Umbrella: Harnessing Rain and Sun for Sustainable Energy

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The Smart Umbrella embodies a revolutionary fusion of advanced technology and everyday convenience, aimed at enhancing daily life through sustainable energy solutions. This innovative umbrella integrates cutting-edge electronics to harness energy from solar radiation and mechanical stress, ensuring continuous operation while promoting environmental sustainability. Central to its functionality is a high-efficiency solar panel integrated into the canopy, strategically positioned to capture sunlight throughout the day. This solar energy is efficiently converted into electrical power through sophisticated circuitry that includes a precision charge controller and intelligent battery management unit. These components work harmoniously to optimize the charging of a built-in rechargeable battery, providing users with reliable energy storage for extended use. Complementing the solar harvesting capability, the Smart Umbrella utilizes strategically placed piezoelectric elements within its structure. These elements convert mechanical stress from raindrops or wind into electrical energy, further enhancing the umbrella's energy harvesting capacity. This dual-energy harvesting approach ensures that the umbrella remains powered even during periods of low sunlight or when not in direct sunlight, offering uninterrupted functionality wherever it's used.

The umbrella includes a user-friendly interface with a mode selection button, allowing users to choose between sunny and rainy modes depending on weather conditions. This intuitive feature optimizes energy management and enhances the user experience by adapting energy harvesting strategies to environmental conditions. Designed with a compact and lightweight profile, the Smart Umbrella prioritizes portability and ease of use without compromising functionality. Its robust construction and weather-resistant materials ensure durability, making it suitable for various outdoor environments. Ideal for urban commuters, outdoor enthusiasts, and eco-conscious individuals alike, the Smart Umbrella represents a significant leap towards sustainable and practical energy solutions in everyday accessories. By harnessing renewable energy sources and integrating them seamlessly into a familiar everyday item, the Smart Umbrella exemplifies innovation that aligns with modern environmental and technological trends.

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  • ABOUT THE ENTRANT

  • Name:
    Rohan Chanana
  • Type of entry:
    individual
  • Patent status:
    none