PRACA ORYGINALNA
Development and Performance Evaluation of an Intelligent Mobile Hybrid Renewable Energy System for Automotive Applications
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Ukryj
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R&D Center, Albi-Tech sp. z o.o., Polska
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Faculty of Civil Engineering and Architecture, Lublin University of Technology, Polska
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Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Lublin University of Technology, Polska
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Gewe sp. z o.o., GEWE sp. z o.o., Polska
Data nadesłania: 13-01-2026
Data ostatniej rewizji: 16-06-2026
Data akceptacji: 17-06-2026
Data publikacji: 30-06-2026
Autor do korespondencji
Sebastian Białasz
R&D Center, Albi-Tech sp. z o.o., Dobrzańskiego 3, 20-262, Lublin, Polska
The Archives of Automotive Engineering – Archiwum Motoryzacji 2026;112(2):44-80
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This paper presents the development and comprehensive performance evaluation of an innovative mobile hybrid renewable energy system designed for automotive and off-grid applications. The research addresses a critical gap in the market for portable power generation solutions that combine high energy density, environmental sustainability, and operational flexibility. The trailer-mounted system integrates a 9 kW photovoltaic installation with dual-axis solar tracking, two novel vertical-axis wind turbines (VAWT) with combined 800 W output, and a 9 kWh lithium-ion battery storage system with intelligent energy management.
Key innovations developed during this research include a proprietary folding blade VAWT design achieving 31% aerodynamic efficiency, representing a 55% improvement over baseline Savonius rotors while maintaining acoustic emissions below 45 dBA suitable for noise-sensitive environments. The dual-axis tracking system provides 26.3% annual energy gain with only 3.3% parasitic consumption, yielding an exceptional net energy gain ratio of 7.58 that substantially exceeds commercial alternatives. Additionally, nanocellulose-based anti-soiling coatings derived from recycled paper waste reduce dust adhesion by 68.75%, addressing a significant source of efficiency losses in mobile applications.
Wind tunnel testing validated turbine performance across wind speeds from 6 to 14 m/s, while computational fluid dynamics (CFD) analysis confirmed structural stability under 72 km/h crosswind conditions with a safety factor of 2.14 against overturning. Field validation over 12 months demonstrated annual energy production of 10.6 MWh with a power-to-weight ratio of 8.17 W/kg, representing 73% improvement over the best commercial portable solar systems. The system's unique capability to generate energy during transport at 33% capacity addresses a critical limitation of existing mobile renewable energy solutions.
Results demonstrate significant potential for reducing diesel generator dependency in construction, outdoor events, emergency response, and military applications. The research contributes novel turbine designs, validated tracking algorithms, and sustainable coating technologies applicable to broader renewable energy applications.
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