What is the estimated total cost to reproduce this solution?
The cost for replicating the regional transportation and energy systems proposed by Kara Solar is $250,000.
What components/materials are needed to reproduce this solution?
The solution has 4 basic elements or building blocks. Among those components, there are small and large solar-powered boats, a charging station, and the production of batteries needed for all the components.
Are these components/materials easily accessible locally or do they need to be imported?
Kara Solar aims to maximize the use of local materials in the different sites of implementation, but certain components are not available in the local market and need to be outsourced.
Are there technical prerequisites, tools or infrastructure to implement this solution? (For example, is access to a power source or the Internet required?)
There are technical know-hows that form part of the training program provided by Kara Solar to new technicians. Some of those materials are available online.
Is replicating this solution a task suited to a single person or does it require a group or team effort?
To replicate the regional transportation and energy system it is necessary to have a group of 3 to 4 people that complete the training program to become technicians. That way they become the core team to sustain the solution in their community.
Is there documentation available, such as written guides, videos, or other forms, illustrating the process of assembling the solution and performing routine maintenance?
First training module is available on the following link: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLz8DgrVggPbJsKcT17AiU411-FEcD6T0C&feature=shared
Training plan for new solar technicians
1. Overall schedule
The Kara Solar training program has 4 sections covering basic skills to electric boats
installations. The program has a duration of 30 weeks and it is designed for 4-6 people.
The course is dictated online and the resources and tools are: videos, electrical handbook,
remote assistance and on site installation.
Section 1 - Learn with Luciano
Objetivos Time
Module 1: Basic skills 2 weeks
Module 2: How electricity works 2 weeks
Module 3: From theory to practice 1 week
Module 4: Solar energy 1 week
Module 5: 4x4 System in theory 2 weeks
4x4 system installation Practical skills 2 weeks
Section 2 - Micro grids
Module 6: Micro grids theory 3 weeks
Solar centre construction Recharging station 8 weeks
Section 3 - All aboard
Module 7: Electric boats theory 3 weeks
Standard powertrain Assembly of boat modules 3 weeks
Section 4 - Global connection
Module 8: Remote monitoring 3 weeks
Total training time: 30 weeks
Training program
2. Syllabus
1. MODULE 1 - Basic skills
1.1. Basic electrical tools
1.2. Types of cables and gauge
1.3. Stripping the cable
1.4. Splices
1.5. Electrical insulation
1.6. Electrical safety
1.7. First circuit
2. MODULE 2- How electricity works
2.1. Water and electricity analogy
2.2. What is electricity
2.3. Energy storage
2.4. Use and power
2.5. The three stages: generation, storage and use
2.6. Energy and work
2.7. The unit of energy kWh
3. MODULE 3- From theory to practice
3.1. Electrical units and Ohm law
3.2. Conductive and insulating materials
3.3. Breakers and fuses
3.4. Introduction to measuring devices
3.5. Use of the voltmeter and ampere metre
3.6. Connexions in the PDU
4. MODULE 4 - Solar energy
4.1. Introduction to solar installations
4.2. MPPT controller
4.3. Inverter
4.4. PDU
4.5. Solar panel
4.6. Battery chemistry
4.7. Measuring voltage and amperes in the solar installation
4.8. Ideal and actual measurements.
5. MODULE 5 - 4x4 System in theory
5.1. Connect two batteries together
5.2. Connect two solar panels together
5.3. Parallel connections
5.4. Series connections
5.5. Scale up the solar installation
Training program
6. MODULE 6 - Micro grids theory
6.1. The stages of the energy in a microgrid
6.2. Use and demand
6.3. Series and parallel connections in high voltage
6.4. Scale up the 4x4 system
6.5. Connections checkup
6.6. Revision and interpretation of the microgrid diagram
6.7. Preventive and regular maintenance schedule
6.8. AC-DC current
6.9. The inverter in detail
6.10. Building of the microgrid
7. MODULE 7 - Electric boats theory
7.1. The electric motor
7.2. Parts of the electric boat
7.3. LFP battery cable routing
7.4. PDU
7.5. Powering the motor
7.6. DC-AC electric motors
7.7. IPM 3 phase electric motor
7.8. Motor controller
8. MODULE 8 - Remote monitoring
8.1. Controller configuration
8.2. Monitoring systems
8.3. Shunt
8.4. BMV-702
8.5. Love letter (Kara software)
8.6. Low voltage onboard system
Is there an online support service or resource available to help users or their organizations implement the solution?
Yes, there is a “director de acompañamiento” (accompanying manager) who does remote training and remote assistance.
Are there any regulatory policies or procedures to consider when replicating this solution?
No
What special precautions should be taken when maintaining this solution?
n/a
Is this solution designed to be accessible to women and seniors?
Yes
Is the Solution Owner willing to spend significant time and effort in Q1 and Q2 2024 to collaborate with UNDP Accelerator Labs in the process of documenting and designing a solution plan?
Yes
Please acknowledge: The collaboration between the Solution Holder and the UNDP Accelerator Lab does not imply any financial commitment or offer from UNDP. Furthermore, UNDP assumes no legal or financial liability which may or may not arise from the pre-project design work in relation to the expansion of the energy solution. The selection of energy solutions is based on their open source nature and lack of intellectual property protection, depending on the solution owner. The Solution Owner represents to UNDP Accelerator Lab that all information provided is accurate to the best of its knowledge and belief. The Solution Owner acknowledges its responsibility for the Solution and undertakes not to hold UNDP liable for any potential collective claims, whether monetary or non-monetary, that may arise from its sharing and use with third parties. The solution owner also expressly confirms that the solution in question is open source and does not violate any existing intellectual property rights. UNDP and its partners reserve the right to involve relevant national organizations/institutions to validate the open source nature of the solution in question. The Solution Holder expressly commits to sharing their solution globally as a contribution to the UNDP Accelerator Labs “Discover and Deploy” energy campaign and open source innovation commons.
Yes
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