Wind Powered Charging Station

Sustainable charging solution using wind power and recyclable materials

Problem

Fuel prices have been on a steep rise in recent months. As a result, it is vital that alternative and relatively cheaper means of transport which are environmentally sustainable are explored.

However, these other cheaper and environmentally sustainable modes of transportation may have an impact on our country's limited resources, such as an unstable and insufficient supply of electricity.

Key Challenges

  • • Rising fuel prices affecting transportation costs
  • • Limited electricity supply in Ghana
  • • Need for sustainable transportation solutions
  • • Environmental impact of traditional fuel sources

Solution

Build and design a wind-powered charging station modeled out of scrap metals, and other recyclable materials. Thereby giving purpose to e-waste while providing sustainable charging infrastructure.

Key Features

  • • Wind-powered energy generation
  • • Constructed from recyclable materials
  • • Reduces dependency on grid electricity
  • • Environmentally sustainable solution
  • • Cost-effective charging infrastructure

Project Overview

The Challenge

Fuel prices have been on a steep rise in recent months. As a result, it is vital that alternative and relatively cheaper means of transport which are environmentally sustainable are explored. However, these other cheaper and environmentally sustainable modes of transportation may have an impact on our country's limited resources, such as an unstable and insufficient supply of electricity.

The Solution

Build and design a wind-powered charging station modeled out of scrap metals, and other recyclable materials. Thereby giving purpose to e-waste while providing sustainable charging infrastructure.

Project Details

Role: Designer & Engineer
Duration: 6 months
Type: Personal Project
Focus: Sustainability

Technologies Used

CAD Design Wind Turbines Circuit Design Prototyping Recycling

Project Gallery

CAD Model of Wind Powered Charging Station

CAD Model Design

3D CAD model of the wind-powered charging station showing the complete design structure

Physical Prototype of Charging Station

Physical Prototype

Physical model of charging station with self-designed circuitry for power management

Machining Process

Machining Process

Machining of parts for the charging station using recyclable materials

Wind Turbine Testing

Testing Phase

Testing the wind turbine and electrical systems for optimal performance

Design & Implementation Process

1

Research & Planning

Analyzed fuel price trends and electricity limitations in Ghana to identify key requirements

2

CAD Design

Created detailed 3D models optimizing for wind capture and structural stability

3

Prototyping

Built physical prototype using recyclable materials and custom circuitry

4

Testing & Optimization

Conducted wind turbine testing and power output optimization

Impact & Results

This project demonstrates how sustainable engineering can address multiple challenges simultaneously

100%
Renewable Energy
Zero
Grid Dependency
Upcycled
Materials Used

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