Ideation Phase
-Team two figured out what we all used on a daily basis, what things on our lists could work together to create something new, and what things wasted energy/power/wind/electricity.
Idea #1- Cell phone case that uses solar energy to charge the case that can be stored or used. The energy from the sun also can run a small fan in the back of the phone case to either cool down the phone to protect it from over heating, or to cool the user.
Beginning of idea #2, finding places where there was a high amount of wind power that could be useful for everyday people.
Wind Turbines along airport runways.. Wind coming off of the airplane when taking off, will power turbines strategically places along the runways. The energy will be stored and used to power things in the airport. Problem: This idea just got patented within the last few years.
Wind turbines that charge along highways or freeways, that could later charge "Charge and Go" charging stations for electric cars.
Idea for the turbines in car, attempting to make it a stylish/ sleek look by hiding various turbines in already existing "holes" or areas of the car. Problem: did not create enough energy to be useful.
Go With the Wind Rooftop Carriers- Attachable/ detachable accessories for the top of nearly any vehicle. The accessory houses 48 six inch diameter turbines, followed by 48 four inch diameter fans. The fans are powered either by a small wind from a parked car, or primarily by the car moving at higher speeds. The wind enters the fans, produces energy that would otherwise be wasted, and is then stored in two small battery packs behind the fans. A wire connects to the motor assisting with fuel mileage to assist with the rising gas prices, especially on longer commutes!
"Ownership"- Go With the Wind Rooftop Carrier users may want to show off their ownership. Stickers may come with the accessory for users to show off their energy saving pride!
Final Presentation-
