A full-size photovoltaic system for self-assembly in the classroom


 With this educational photovoltaic system, we aim to teach young people how solar energy works at an early age. By working through the system's functionality themselves using our instructions and building it from scratch, students gain a clear understanding of how easy it is to use self-generated electricity. The system is true to scale, providing a realistic and practical experience of solar energy.


 The educational photovoltaic system is designed as a kit for ground-level installation, allowing students to assemble it independently with the help of a teacher within approximately 1.5 hours. All components can be assembled using simple tools, which are included.


 For the assembly, the class/group is divided into two teams (yellow and orange) of up to 30 students. Each team is then divided into three sub-teams: one for assembling the base, one for the stand, and one for the table. Once the three components are complete, the entire team assembles them, attaches the PV module, and connects the control box.


 The design is suitable for repeated assembly and disassembly, so that not only one class can gain experience with the solar self-build kit, but many classes/working groups over many years.


 The system can be set up facing purely south, or in an east/west orientation. Other orientations are also possible. The tilt of the modules can also be individually adjusted from horizontal to vertical. This allows students to compare a wide variety of setup options.


 Our educational photovoltaic system comes with a control box for off-grid operation. The maximum output is approximately 350 watts. With proper orientation, this can power, for example, electric musical instruments (electric piano or electric guitar), a small popcorn machine, or similar devices.