Challenges
Underwriter’s Lab (UL) or Intertek certification
Beta Two — Electrical — Collect specifications needed to fulfill certification. Provide suggestions and design changes to get certification.
DC-to-DC Charging
Beta Two — Electrical — Currently we need to convert to AC to charge EV battery. This creates a loss of power. Identify products needed to achieve Level 2 DC charging.
Hot-wire to internal adaptor, auto charge based on EV
Beta Two — Electrical — Once DC-to-DC connection takes place, start charging EV batteries based on need of car
Actuators to expand and contract
Beta Two — Mechanical — Provide mechanical design and actuator parts to expand and contract solar array with minimal manual effort
Sustainable mechanical structure
Beta Two — Mechanical — Find and report on parts and manufacturing techniques to increase sustainability. Consider bioresin and organic fibers instead of carbon fiber and ordinary resin