Degree Name
MS (Master of Science)
Program
Technology
Date of Award
12-2015
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Paul Sims
Committee Members
Moin Uddin, Hugh Blanton
Abstract
Solar panels are used in many different applications for generating sustainable energy. Many countries use solar power as a power generation method. It is also, an excellent option for getting power to difficult areas. There are three main systems used when generating solar power: grid-tied, battery banked, and direct driven systems. Most systems use a combination of grid-tied and battery banked so any unused power can be fed back into the main grid for compensation. The solar power application suggested in this thesis will provide USB power to a picnic table enabling students to charge cellphones and other small devices while at the table. The solar panel will be mounted on the top of the picnic table or on a canopy as shading for the table. These locations along with the power generation systems were researched and tested to find the best option.
Document Type
Thesis - unrestricted
Recommended Citation
Potts, Casey B., "Solar Powered Picnic Table for Charging Cellphones and Other Small Devices" (2015). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 2593. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/2593
Copyright
Copyright by the authors.