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Solar canopy with flexible panels and LED lights

24.06.2023

American startup Eco-dynamic Tech has unveiled an innovative, lightweight, solar-powered canopy designed for homes. This canopy is capable of generating up to 8000 Wh of energy per day.

The solar canopy, named ARTPIECE, is distinguished not only by its functionality, but also by its aesthetic design. It is available in various color options such as "Peacock Blue" (peacock blue), "Narcissus Purple" (daffodil purple) and "Apple Green" (apple green) and is equipped with built-in LED lights.

ARTPIECE not only provides clean energy, but also creates a comfortable shade thanks to its design. The canopy is equipped with flexible and high-efficiency heterojunction (HJT) solar cells that combine crystalline and thin-film silicon. The canopy panel is double-sided, which means that both sides of the panel can absorb light and convert it into electrical energy (the bottom side absorbs reflected light).

The HJT solar panel on ARTPIECE has a peak power of 1040W, an optimum operating voltage of 108,3V, and an operating current of 9,6A.

The ARTPIECE canopy is mounted on aluminum brackets and can be easily rolled up using an electric motor in just a few seconds. Manual folding or wireless control up to 35 meters is also possible. The company says the canopy is water, UV and chemical resistant.

Eco-Dynamic Tech recommends pairing the canopy with a battery-powered motorhome. In the presence of sunlight, ARTPIECE can provide power to various devices. During a considerable eight hours of solar activity, ARTPIECE can power a 100W refrigerator for 53 hours, a 300W air conditioner for 26,6 hours, a laptop for 36,3 hours, and a 2800W oven for 2,85 hours .

The ARTPIECE canopy is currently only sold in the continental United States and is expected to begin shipping in December 2023. The preliminary price of ARTPIECE is now reduced by 25% to $2999.

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