Your Questions About Solar Energy Generators
Mary asks…
Can backup generators be recharged?
I am looking into using solar energy and generators for commercial use. Using the solar energy during the day is a piece of cake obviously. But I would need a backup generator for night-time use. If I were to get a commercial grade backup generator, could I essentially “recharge” it during the day while it is not in use? Any other suggestions that this route are welcome. Maybe even a backup storage (“battery”) for the the excess solar energy. Something to store the unused energy?
admin answers:
Generator is a vague word. Assuming you are using it to mean motor-generator sets which have a gas or diesel engine driving an alternator.
No, you can’t charge a motor generator set, it runs on gasoline or diesel fuel, you can’t convert sunlight or electricity to fuel.
But, you can use excess power during the day to charge batteries that can be later used to supply power. Note that battery storage can be expensive, and needs a lot of space and maintenance.
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Robert asks…
Is there anyway to conduct eletrical energy with tin foil and the Sun?
I’m making a small scale home powered by an energy source. I’m thinking to use solar energy with simple household found items if it’s possible. If there is any other way to power my small home like this please let me know.
admin answers:
Yes. There are ways including wind, gravitational (rain falling into spouts, turning generators). You can also heat your water by taking aluminum/tin foil and shaping it into a semi-circle by hand and aiming the sunlight at your hot water pipes.
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