Photovoltaic Mobile Charging System Design (Solar Pole) - in Gümüşhanevi Campus of Gümüşhane University

Abstract

The decrease in fossil-based resources, the pollution of the environment and the threat of sustainability constantly increase the interest in renewable energy sources. Solar energy is one of the leading renewable energy sources due to its large capacity. Today, solar energy appears in many applications. In this study, a photovoltaic-based solar pole design has been realized and a prototype that can be applied almost anywhere in open-air conditions has been produced. The prototype produced was tested and installed at Gümüşhane University's Gümüşhanevi Campus. The prototype mobile phones produced have a fast charging feature with 5V-2A. In future studies, it is planned to provide the solar tracking feature to the photovoltaic (PV) panel in the system, and it is aimed to bring such systems to the campus in general.

Keywords

• Mobile Phone Charging
• Photovoltaic Systems
• Solar Energy
• Solar Pole

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