Hybrid Solar Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station – Dual Power Smart Renewable Energy Project Kit

Description

⚙️ Project Overview

The Hybrid Solar EV Charging Station Project is designed to illustrate how solar energy can be utilized to charge electric vehicles while maintaining system reliability through a hybrid power setup.

This prototype includes:

• Two solar charging ports powered by small solar panels.

• A hybrid controller that manages the power flow between solar and AC grid sources.

• Dual charging outputs that simulate EV charging points.

The system operates automatically, preferring solar energy as the primary source and switching to AC grid supply only when solar power is low or unavailable.

This model demonstrates the core principles of smart energy management used in real-world EV charging infrastructure.

☀️ Working Principle

1. Solar Power Supply:
   The solar panels mounted on the charging station generate DC voltage from sunlight.
   This DC power is regulated through a charge controller and used to power the EV charging outlets.

2. Hybrid Switching:
   When sunlight drops below a threshold (e.g., evening or cloudy conditions), the hybrid controller detects low solar voltage.
   The system then automatically switches to AC grid power using a relay-controlled switching mechanism.

3. Vehicle Charging:
   The EV simulation model (cars) connects to USB or DC charging ports.
   Depending on solar availability, vehicles are charged either through solar power or the AC grid.

4. Dual-Port Operation:
   Two independent charging stations operate simultaneously, each capable of drawing power from solar or hybrid input as needed.

This intelligent setup demonstrates sustainable EV infrastructure and energy source optimization using hybrid technology.

🔩 Key Features

• Dual EV charging points powered by solar energy.

• Automatic switching between solar and grid supply.

• Hybrid controller for intelligent power management.

• Compact and portable model for demonstrations.

• Realistic EV station design with LED indicators for power source status.

• Easy operation with simple wiring and control.

• Promotes renewable energy awareness and automation concepts.

🧰 Technical Specifications

🎓 Educational Outcomes

Students will gain hands-on knowledge about:

• Hybrid power management (solar + grid switching).

• Renewable energy integration in electric vehicle charging.

• Controller-based automation for power source selection.

• Energy efficiency and smart grid simulation.

• Sustainable transportation systems and their power solutions.

This project provides a perfect demonstration of how EVs and renewable energy are transforming modern electrical infrastructure.

💡 Applications

• EV charging stations with renewable integration.

• Smart grid and hybrid power research.

• Solar and energy management training systems.

• Educational renewable energy exhibitions.

• Prototype for real-world hybrid energy infrastructure.

🧩 Advantages

• Reduces dependency on fossil-fuel-based grid power.

• Automatically adapts to power source availability.

• Provides clean, renewable EV charging.

• Easy to install, portable, and cost-effective.

• Demonstrates practical hybrid renewable power systems.

📦 Package Includes

• Dual Solar Panels (Mounted on Frame)

• Hybrid Power Control Circuit

• Dual Charging Stations with Outlets

• LED Power Indicators

• 12V DC Battery Support (Optional)

• Documentation (Word + PDF)

• Circuit Diagram and Block Diagram

• User Manual and Demonstration Guide