The roll out solar array known as rosa is a solar array designed by nasa.
Roll out solar panel.
Benefits for nasa commercial sector.
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From the rolled position they can be moved to a flattened position so that they can be used as an energy carrier.
Traditional solar panels used to power satellites can be bulky with heavy panels folded together using mechanical hinges.
Solar panel roll out types are also made of silicon but are designed to be more flexible and roll up for easier transportation and installation.
The solar panels are fully waterproof ip67 rated and constructed with marine grade connectors to provide a portable solar solution for any wet or harsh environment.
The concept is a bit like that of a beach towel.
This new type of solar array provides much more energy than the old solar arrays.
You drive to your camp site take out your towel and roll it on the beach then take out your solar panel and roll out it right next.
Various companies have invested in this type of technology.
Solopower s new flexible rolling solar panels are in the latter group and they stand to significantly reduce production and installation costs.
Roll out solar array technology.
One such invention comes from john hingly at renovagen who designed and developed a super flexible solar panel that can be rolled up and out.