Solar Powered Golf Cart System for On-Campus University Use

Abstract

The aim of this Capstone project, considering the Kingdom's 2030 vision as well as University's mission, is to propose and design a sustainable solution for charging oncampus golf carts by solar energy. The design constitutes primarily of two stages. First is to install solar panel on the electric vehicle's roof to augment the traditional batteries and thus, extend the battery run time. Second stage is to build a grid-connected solar charging station where on campus EVs can be parked on rote basis and take advantage of the high solar irradiation while in parking mode. This in turn will help reduce in-house electricity consumption caused by the conventional charging method. The project upon successful completion is expected to serve as a teaching tool for Effat University's students. Moreover, it will serve as a demonstration with the potential to be later adopted by the broader community in hospitality and other sprawling campuses.