Study of a new support system JNG 20 equipping recycled batteries containers powered by solar energy for isolated farms or agri-food micro-factories

Abstract

Even though the world’s population is constantly developing and growing, there are still large areas where electricity is a luxury, which is why, in recent years researchers have tried to use alternative sources to supply electricity in underdeveloped areas or affected by military conflicts. The aim of the study is to ensure energy independance of small villages, isolated farms or agri-food micro-factories. This paper incorporates the implementation of a combined system for using the largest available energy source, more precisely the solar energy by reusing electric batteries that were drained out of life from Renault ZOE 2012 vehicles. The studies were conducted in order to find a viable constructive solution for an independent support system, type JNG 20, attached to containers with a capacity up to 20,000 kg, capable of transporting and storing batteries for long periods, regardless of the type of terrain on which the system will be installed on or the climatic conditions to which the assembly will be subjected. At the same time, the system has a manually operated hydraulic lifting-lowering mechanism to ensure easy loading and unloading of the container, without the requirement for additional handling equipment in hard-to-reach areas. The JNG 20 system is based on two concepts: the hydraulic lifting-lowering mechanism and the self-adjusting ground support model. Through this paper, following the effort analysis performed using the AutoDesk Fusion 360 software of the new model adopted, the optimal constructive solution for the intended purpose has been identified.