Multi-use solar collector inspired by lotus flower
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A real-world Lotus prototype in the closed position
Visualization of the opening mechanism
Visualization of the opening mechanism
Visualization of the opening mechanism
A real-world Lotus prototype in the open position
Artist's impression of an installed Lotus solar collector (Image: Monarch)
Article Summary
This rather novel solar collector draws inspiration from the lotus flower to provide small-scale solar energy - both electric and thermal - to domestic and small business users. The aptly named Monarch Lotus' (rebranded from the Solar Umbrella) 18 petals unfold to to form a 4-meter (13-foot) diameter flower that will, if development goes to plan, produce 3 kW of photovoltaic electrical power and 3 kW of solar thermal power per 100-kg (220-pound) unit in ideal conditions.
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