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SOLAR POWER |
designboom daily - sunday edition |
april 4th |
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dear designboom reader, creative applications of solar power go way beyond the standard photovoltaic systems found on building rooftops. the ‘ephemeral station’ by OF. STUDIO is a self-supporting sculptural object that incorporates a system of photovoltaic cells to turn the sun’s rays into energy. designed for the US state of nevada, the speculative proposal aims to provide remote communities with energy, water, and shelter. in the automotive industry, humble motors has developed an all-electric concept SUV with a solar roof of engineered photovoltaic cells that captures sunlight and transforms it into energy. last, 'sunne' by marjan van aubel studio is a well-designed ambient solar light that fits seamlessly within the home. the light incorporates solar cells that harvest energy during the day and then store it in an integrated battery in order to emit an ambient light at night. thanks for reading! sofia lekka angelopoulou | senior editor |
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