1. Craig Datko Stephen Kenas Felix Aronovich Monica Esopi Project 2 EDSGN 100 Fall 2010 Group 4

2. Definition of Needs and Requirements Third world country without reliable power grid Self sustainable/ green power Minimal cost with maximum effectiveness Overall positive social implications on region Integrated system Project Requirements Country Climate/ Topography Need for Cell Phone Base Tower Energy Required Base Station Load Additional Load Functional Components Hut Equipment Alternative Energy Source NaMX Battery Integrated System Costs Initial Yearly Cycle Times/System Diagram Component Sizes/Operating Speeds Social Implications Impact

3. Initial Cost: $21,000 Minimal maintenance required 2.5 kW/hr Life Expectancy: 25+ Niger – Extremely sunny Solar Initial Cost: $8,060 Maintenance: $2,000/yr 2.5 kW/hr Life Expectancy: 20+ Nicaragua – Windy – Extreme seasonal changes Wind Initial Cost: $10,000 Maintenance: $1,300/yr 2.5 kW/hr Long Life Expectancy Zambia – Fast flowing rivers – Dramatic seasonal changes Hydro Initial Cost: $2,000 Minimal maintenance required 7 kW/hr Long life expectancy Mali – Short rainy season – Cool/hot dry season Magnetic Generator Preliminary Conceptual Options

4. CountryNicaragua Windy; Dry/Rainy Seasons Third World Country Niger Extremely Sunny; Little/No Precipitation Third World Country Mali Third World Country Short Rainy Season; Cool/Hot Dry Season Zambia Fast Flowing Rivers; Dry/Rainy Seasons Third World Country Country Details

5. Criteria/RequirementsWeight FactorSolarHydroWindMagnetic Location0.21110.6 Power Load Needs00000 Power Sources & Storage0.20.80.6 Optimal Hybrid Operation0.41.60.81.22 Social Effects0.20.80.20.60.4 Total14.22.63.43.6 Winner!!! Concept Option Analysis/ Selection

6. Hut High Temperature Modified Atmosphere Oven AC Loads (Air Conditioning, Dehumidifier) NaMX Battery Charge Controller DC to AC Converter DC Loads (Telecom Equipment) Solar Panels Backup Generator Desert (Dry, Extreme sun/heat) Energy Flow and Storage

7. Energy Required 1.2 kW load Potential Additional Heater1.0 kWDehumidifier0.035 kW Air Conditioner 0.9 kW Social Implications Improve Communication BusinessPersonalEnvironmental Functional Components Alternative Energy Source SolarWindHydro Magnetic Generator NaMX BatteryHeaterHut Equipment Air Conditioner Dehumidifier Integrated System Costs (15 years)Solar$21,000Wind$38,600 Magnetic Generator $2000Hydro$29,440 Component Sizes/Operating Speeds Cycle Times/System Diagram Design Parameters

8. Shown Below: Hut with Solar Panels 16 ˚ angle 70 panels (3500 W needed / 50 W per panel) 2 sq ft each Tower Cellular signal Solidworks Specifications

9. Third world country without reliable power grid Self sustainable/ green power Minimal cost with maximum effectiveness Overall positive social implications on region Integrated system Final Concept Proposal