Presentation Profile
Solar Power: Perspective on Renewable Energy for Electric Vehicles
Currently Scheduled: 10/12/2021 - 2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Room: Poster Parkway
Main Author
Dr. Raj Shah - Koehler Instrument Company, Inc.
- Qingcheng Yu - Dept. Of Chemical Engineering, State Univ. of NY, Stony Brook
- Stanley Zhang - Koehler Instrument Company, Inc.
Abstract:
Greenhouse gas emissions by the burning of fossil fuels has represented a major issue in the modern world. Serious health problems caused by pollution and the devastating impact on the world's ecosystem and economy make the development of clean energy extremely urgent. The transportation sector, in particular, accounts for 28% of global greenhouse gas emissions. Therefore, new automotive technology is required to mitigate the exponential trend of pollution. The rise of the electric vehicle (EV) industry is undoubtedly a significant step towards a greener future. Moreover, solar energy represents one of the most popular renewable and clean energy sources in recent years, as new kinds of solar-powered electric vehicles and innovative charging stations are gradually paving their way into the EV industry. Compared to conventional EVs, solar-powered electric vehicles (SPEVs) have no internal combustion engine, clutch, and gearbox, but are made up of panels, storage appliances, and electromotors, which can convert solar energy directly into electricity. Therefore, an increase in the share of SPEVs can effectively improve the integration of renewable energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The two main methods of solar energy charging are direct charging through photovoltaic (PV) panels mounted on the roof of the automobile and through a solar-powered charging station. In this poster, we discuss the disadvantages of the two approaches in detail, possible ways to improve performance, and the prospect of future development in integrating solar power into the EV industry.
