How can art, science and new solar cell technologies work together to suggest new aesthetically appealing construction, which could inspire people to use solar energy?
In a world where ‘energy efficient’ and ‘sustainable’ have become household terms, it is necessary to identify how new energy saving technologies will effect and be integrated into our lives. With the rapid pace of these developments, many are not even given the chance to understand the potential of some of these advancements. In light of this, this artifact seeks to act as a mediator between technology and the public, exploring how art, science and new solar cell technologies can work together and in turn inspire people to consider the impact of sustainable systems on an individual level.
As the sun tracks across the sky during the day, from east to west, the panels react and follow its path, maximizing solar gains. Then as the sun sets, this energy is released by way of a kinetic choreography, as the artifact rotates on opposing axes and LEDs embedded in the panel rims illuminate the surrounding area.
This work was shown as part of "Experiments in new thinking", MA Final Degree Show; Lethaby Gallery, London