ArtZept 2020

The idea of the art wall installation presented in this project is to give a visual expression of frequency and vibration. The wall consists of 810 solar panels (200 x 200 mm) with a 30 mm step from each side. The panels are positioned on corrugated tubes which allow them to extend in length from 100 mm to 300 mm. The extension of each tube is operated by an automated system.

The tubes have a square shape. They are made of silicone membrane and metal ring rails. In each corner there is a telescopical metal rod that can be operated independently so that we can get a different incline of the solar panel. In order to use the energy collected by the solar panels we need to connect them with the electrical system of the facility. To do that we use an outdoor panel wall to hide the cables behind. There are various known systems for that.

My suggestion for this project is to use metal profiles covered with drywall panels, a waterproof membrane and a coat of dark acrylic paint for exterior needs to match the color of the solar panels. The tubes are attached to the wall using a clips system. First we fit the tube between the horizontal holders. Than we close the holders from the left and right side. We mustn`t forget to connect the panels to the electrical system before attaching them to the wall.

The advantage of this system is that in case of a damaged solar panel, we need to replace only one unit and not the whole installation. Also, the independently moving solar panels offer a wide range of compositions thus giving variability

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