| 25. A foldable solar cooker | |
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Offered by | ME and M&CS |
Available in timeslot | C |
Target student major |
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Preferred entrance knowledge / skills |
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Student capacity | 48 |
Group size | 6 |
Contact person | Arjan Frijns, A.J.H.Frijns@tue.nl |
Project description
Efficient affordable cooking solutions are urgently needed in countries where reliance on firewood and charcoal poses environmental and health risks. Cooking consumes a significant amount of energy. Especially in remote, densely populated areas, but also in refugee camps, solar cookers provide a sustainable alternative by harnessing sunlight. The challenge of this project is to develop a foldable solar cooker that is lightweight, easy to transport, affordable, user-friendly, and environmentally sustainable. With this system, it should be possible to cook at least 1 kg of rice within a reasonable timeframe.
