Core Technology

Our core technology, as detailed in our two Patents (Light-Energized Electronics Energy Management System - Patent # 5,229,649 and Graceful Energization and Degradation of an Electronic Device Micropowered by a source of Energy in its Environment - Patent # 5,661,349) represents the culmination of many years of technology research and development in the area of ambient light collection, conversion, storage and use. This technology is time tested and proven. It was first used in the irrigation industry some 10 years ago to control irrigation valves in a way that, even today, is unmatched in cost or performance. With well over 12,000 systems currently in use in over 800 municipalities worldwide today, the technology has proven itself both technically and commercially.

The three main components of our core technology consist of a Customized Solar Energy Collector, a Solar Energy Management System and a Digital Control System.

The Customized Solar Energy Collector is built around a specialized Photovoltaic Module uses a customized “mid-door “ technology that generates energy from extremely low light levels as well as one-sun light levels. This permits the Photovoltaic Module to enjoy long life and maximum efficiency under any daylight condition.

The Solar Energy Management System has been specifically designed to convert, store and manage the energy provided by the Photovoltaic Module. The conversion and management of the power is accomplished through the unique electronic design of the system. Supercapacitors are used to store the power generated by the Photovoltaic Module.

The Digital Control System consists of an ultra low-power microprocessor programmed to analyze incoming data. Inherent in the core technology are several hardware and software failsafe mechanisms that ensure continued functionality at all times, including the patented “dark start” technology that can move from full power to no power and back to full power without any loss of performance.