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02 — SOLAR ENERGY

TAMS Solar Car Team

Electrical Lead for the first-year high school solar car team.

Overview

Helped start and organize a nonprofit-led solar car team at TAMS, developing a golf-cart style solar car with a 48V electrical system. The frame is made out of aluminum and follows industry safety standards

My Contribution

I designed and built the entire electrical system, communicating with manufacturers and professionals. The electrical system is controlled by a 12V system and the drive power comes from a 48V battery pack.

PHOTO DOCUMENTATION

Build and testing

48V battery on the frame
48V battery on the frame.
Panel layout for the solar array
Panel layout for the solar array.
Dashboard design for 12V control system
Dashboard design for 12V control system.

SCHEMATICS

Electrical schematics

12V electrical system schematic
12V control system schematic.
48V electrical system schematic
48V drive power schematic.

VIDEO

Turn signal and hazard testing

Turn signal and hazard testing

TECHNICAL NOTES

System components

  • Solar array wiring and panel integration
  • Battery management and low-voltage electrical systems
  • Power budgeting across array, battery, and motor controller
  • Team-based design reviews and iteration