Uploaded November 2018 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this video I demonstrate a simple autonomous solar tracking system that can be used with solar panels or parabolic mirrors to improve their performance in producing renewable energy. For this system I use two 10rpm, 6v geared electric motors, and four 5v, 0.6w solar panels connected in a configuration that allows the motors to constantly move the panels into shade (purchasing links for these items below). The cost of the electronics was about $10, and could easily be scaled up or down as necessary for a variety of solar applications.
Check out Destin's video about the Parker Solar Probe to see what inspired me to build this project: youtu.be/aQaCY7wlQEc
Here is an affiliate link for many of the components used in this video: amazon.com/shop/nighthawkinlight/list/2T4U870J6KB9F?ref_=aipsflist
A big thanks to my Patreon supporters who continue to support my videos through thick and thin! You all are awesome. A special thanks to my top Patrons: Syniurge, Matthew Leitzke, TheBackyardScientist, Enzo Breda Lee, John Johnson, & Thibaud Peverelli!
Check out my Patreon page at: patreon.com/NightHawkProjects
Let me know if you try this project for yourself. Thanks for watching!
In this video I demonstrate a simple autonomous solar tracking system that can be used with solar panels or parabolic mirrors to improve their performance in producing renewable energy. For this system I use two 10rpm, 6v geared electric motors, and four 5v, 0.6w solar panels connected in a configuration that allows the motors to constantly move the panels into shade (purchasing links for these items below). The cost of the electronics was about $10, and could easily be scaled up or down as necessary for a variety of solar applications.
Check out Destin's video about the Parker Solar Probe to see what inspired me to build this project: youtu.be/aQaCY7wlQEc
Here is an affiliate link for many of the components used in this video: amazon.com/shop/nighthawkinlight/list/2T4U870J6KB9F?ref_=aipsflist
A big thanks to my Patreon supporters who continue to support my videos through thick and thin! You all are awesome. A special thanks to my top Patrons: Syniurge, Matthew Leitzke, TheBackyardScientist, Enzo Breda Lee, John Johnson, & Thibaud Peverelli!
Check out my Patreon page at: patreon.com/NightHawkProjects
Let me know if you try this project for yourself. Thanks for watching!
