Batteries
Problem
Solar PV panels are inexpensive and durable. As are the power conditioning electronics. Batteries, however, are expensive, prone to failure, and often discarded as trash. Can we reduce trash output while solving our expensive battery problem?
Solution
Recycle batteries from the trash stream to build new, high capacity, long lasting battery packs.
Development History
v0
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Battery v0
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Battery v0
Soldered 18650s, 1s120p configuration @ The Fledge
v1
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Battery management system
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Battery assembly
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Battery v1
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Battery v1
Soldered 18650s, 7s20p configuration w/ 20A BMS.
v2
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Battery v2 Assembly
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Battery v2
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Battery v2
Based on 18650 NESE Modules. 7s7p configuration w/ 20A BMS x2, MPPT-7201A solar charge controller and DC-DC buck-boost converter, 500W motor controller, modular frame + quick disconnect pins.
v3
Purpose modeled replimat printed part w/ printed springs, zinc plated steel 5x1 plates as electrodes, lock-nutted electrode studs, USB power, 20p1s.
