This boat is powered by solar panels or solar cells, which harness light energy from the sun to produce electricity. When light from the sun reaches the solar cells (photovoltaic cells) electrons are released through the cells and into an electrical circuit. This electricity will be used to power the motor of your boat.
Our Solar Electric Propulsion System (SEPS) packages can be supplied directly so that you or your boatbuilder can build your own solar powered electric widebeam, narrowboat or barge. We also offer installation and consultancy services. This website may use cookies and external scripts.
1. Position the solar panel where it will catch the most sun. The top deck of your boat is a perfect place. The solar panel can be attached to the wooden deck using the two sided mounting tape. One experiment you can try is to change the angle of the solar panel on the deck.
There are many ways to design the hull for your solar boat. To begin, use the pink foam or material you found for the hull. You should use a material that will float well. Use a marker to draw a boat design. Any design will work, but for an optimal boat design, see the tips about drag discussed later.
To begin, use the pink foam or material you found for the hull. You should use a material that will float well. Use a marker to draw a boat design. Any design will work, but for an optimal boat design, see the tips about drag discussed later. Make sure it is large enough to float the motor and solar panel! Be creative! **ADULT HELP NEEDED!!**
The solar panel can be attached to the wooden deck using the two sided mounting tape. One experiment you can try is to change the angle of the solar panel on the deck. You want the sun's rays to hit the solar panel at a 90 degree angle (perpendicular), so before you tape the panel on the deck, set your angle where you want it.