Given the climate crisis, the urgency of an energy transition increases. A possible solution to this is a massive expansion of photovoltaic infrastructure. In principle, solar cobblestones can be mounted on a variety of surfaces. This includes the sidewalk. This is exactly where the Hungarian company Platio come. According to PV magazineThe company has recently unveiled a new solar pavement that can be used for floor coverings or outdoor surfaces.
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Particularly resistant puff
So far, solar soil facilities have often not been particularly productive. Because they are generally expensive, not very resistant and their energy gain can also leave to be desired a lot. However, the new Platio cobblestones should offer significantly better results. “”They are based on a new frame structure which offers better protection for the surface of the glass, “ said Helga Ruscsák, Marketing Director of the Hungarian Society. “”They Can be used for sidewalks, patios, aisles, parksCycling tracks, marinas and low -traffic streets, as well as other industrial and off -network applications. »»
The cobblestones must be particularly durable and protected. They are Equipped with a variety of trade solar cellsincluding both polycrystalline and monocrystalline. According to the company, cells have an effectiveness of 18.6% and generate (under ideal conditions) 18.2 watts. The thick and soaked glass covers the cobblestones. The decorative patterns are engraved in the glass itself, with a texture improving traction. It is a question of avoiding slipping during the race or the bicycle.
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Each individual cell is Designed to support two tonnes of weight On a single wheel of a vehicle, and the entire vehicle can weigh up to eight tonnes. Platio is committed to sustainability in all respects. Depending on the company, the cobblestones are Made entirely of recycled plastic. 20 square meters of solar plots should cover the average annual energy requirement of a household.
Even if the solar plots are very resistant, depending on the company, they are not suitable for the construction of solar roads or solar highways. Rather, they should allow trails and cycle paths that can be used to generate clean energy. However, the pavers are certainly robust enough for that. Despite mechanical stress, they would have the same lifespan as those of conventional modules.