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Climasel
About: Climasel provides cooling ceiling and wall panel for saving energy consumption and keeping room at comfort temperature.
Achievements:
- Winner of Creative business cup Azerbaijan 2018
- Winner of ClimateLaunchpad Business Competition Azerbaijan 2018
- Winner of Central Asian Startup competition
- Winner of #Destionationzero cleantech competition organized by British Council
- Bronze Award winner at the 6th China International College Students' "Internet+" Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition.
EopsIL
About: eopsIL provides much safer, greener, and better performing solution for battery manufacturers by introducing semi-solid ionic liquid-based electrolyte. By modifying the chemistry of battery electrolyte with safer and greener chemicals eopsIL team makes it more efficient in performance, additionally solving the issues of toxicity and flammability which are intrinsic to existing electrolytes.
Biofactant
About: Biofactant team is on the way to develop green detergent surfactants from used cooking oil. The project "Biofactant" aims to obtain environmentally friendly surfactants from waste plant oils through synthesis.
Achievements:
- Silver award winner at the 6th China International College Students' “Internet+” Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition.
Alternative Energy Laboratory
The project involved the installation of two 250W monocrystalline solar panels, four 12V 90AH batteries, a 30A MPPT controller for system control, an inverter, LED panels, and various protection systems.
As a result, room 304 can now be fully illuminated using the energy accumulated by the solar panels, even when disconnected from the main electricity network. This achievement provides three notable advantages:
- Economic Efficiency: The lighting of room 304 is now independent of the main electricity network, resulting in significant savings on electricity consumption.
- Technical Benefits: Implementing such hybrid systems allows us to detach the lighting systems of campus rooms from the traditional energy grid, supplying them with hybrid energy generated in our laboratory. This approach positively impacts the operational mode of the electrical network, ensuring that the electricity consumption for the rooms equipped with the hybrid system is entirely free of charge.
- Educational Value: As emphasized by our respected rector, it is crucial for students to gain practical knowledge about renewable energy sources. There is a growing need for specialists in this field. Although our university does not currently offer a specialization in alternative energy sources, students studying "Automation of Production Processes" can analyze and understand the process of integrating these distributed energy systems into the network by implementing various adaptive management principles.
Ongoing Research Studies
2. Real-Time Monitoring System for Photovoltaic (PV) Solar Panels
Our second scientific research project focuses on the development of a real-time monitoring system for photovoltaic (PV) solar panels. This system aims to enhance the efficiency and performance of PV panels by continuously monitoring several critical parameters:
- Voltage: The system measures the voltage output of the solar panels to ensure they are operating within optimal ranges.
- Current: Continuous monitoring of the current helps in detecting any deviations that may indicate issues such as shading or panel degradation.
- Energy Consumption and Power: By tracking energy consumption and power generation, the system can provide insights into the overall performance and efficiency of the PV panels.
- Temperature: Monitoring the temperature of the panels is crucial, as excessive heat can reduce their efficiency and longevity.
This real-time monitoring system is designed to provide immediate feedback and data analysis, allowing for timely interventions and maintenance to maximize the performance and lifespan of the solar panels.
3. Solar Tracking System Design
Another significant research study in our laboratory involves the design of a solar tracking system. The objective of this project is to increase the efficiency of solar panels by ensuring they are always oriented towards the sun. The solar tracking system includes:
- Mechanical Design: Creating a robust and reliable structure that can support the solar panels and withstand various weather conditions.
- Control System: Developing an intelligent control system that adjusts the position of the solar panels in real-time based on the sun's movement. This system utilizes sensors and algorithms to track the sun's position and optimize the panels' angle.
- Energy Efficiency: The design focuses on minimizing the energy consumption of the tracking mechanism itself, ensuring that the energy gains from improved solar panel orientation outweigh the energy costs of operating the tracking system.
- Integration and Testing: The system will be integrated with existing PV panels, and extensive testing will be conducted to evaluate its performance in different environmental conditions.
The solar tracking system is expected to significantly improve the energy output of the PV panels by maintaining optimal orientation throughout the day, thus maximizing their exposure to sunlight and overall energy production.
These research projects underscore our commitment to advancing renewable energy technologies and providing our students with practical, hands-on experience in this critical field.
Ongoing research projects:
- Preparation of new electrolyte technology based on polymerized ionic liquid.
- Synthesis of green surfactants based on waste cooking oil.
- Carbon capture and utilization
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