Design and implementation of solar powered parking system
Abstract
The demand for sustainable designs in civil engineering is increasing and the use
of renewable resources is encouraged to reduce the environmental impact and increase
industry standards. A solar powered system installation not only prioritizes sustainable
development but also helps economically by reducing electricity costs. This report
discusses the schematic design plans for a solar powered system installed over a parking
lot, to generate green energy and minimize long-term running costs. This utilizes the
parking space to provide shade to the vehicles along with stations to power the electric
vehicles. The site features two different canopies, placed over the parking area of an
industrial site. This report provides the structural designs for both the shades and analyses
the strength of the design. By determining the area and location of the structure, the number
of panels that are installed can be calculated and the power output can be estimated.