SolarGaps - blinds, producing electricity

Usual blinds are used to protect the premises from sunlight. The creator of the SolarGaps entrepreneur Eugene Eric expanded their functions by adding lamellas to massive monocrystalline solar cells. This behind the blinds does not only block sunlight, but also generate electricity.

In addition, a light sensor is mounted in the blinds to track the location of the Sun. Now, depending on where it is, automatically change the slope angle of slats, put them to the best efficiency. There is also a "managed" version using a mobile application for a smartphone.In addition, the application allows you to open and close the blinds, including at certain times, monitor the amount of energy received, and also open when someone enters the room.

SolarGaps produce up to 100 Wh / h of energy per square meter when installed outside and up to 50 Wh - indoor. The received energy can be returned to the city network, accumulated in batteries or used to charge mobile devices.SolarGaps can already be found on Kickstarter. Making a deposit of 390 dollars, you can get a basic set. The estimated retail price ranges from $ 783 and more, depending on the size of the windows