Iron Max

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Energy & Utilities

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Innovation Type:

Product

Technologies Involved:

Renewable Energy

Stage of Innovation:

Prototype / Proof of Concept

Market Segment:

B2B

Impact:

Environmental

Team:

1) Vinisha Umashankar

Project Start Year:

2019

Project Stage:

Competition / Event Project

Competition / Event Name:

IGNITE 2019 Award Winner

About

The Solar Ironing Cart, designed by Vinisha Umashankar, is a mobile ironing solution powered by solar energy. This eco-friendly cart eliminates the need for charcoal, making it sustainable and cost-effective for ironing vendors. The cart also includes features like mobile charging points and a coin-operated GSM PCO, offering additional income sources for vendors while promoting clean energy.

How it works

Solar panels power a steam iron and store energy in batteries for cloudy days. The cart can also connect to electricity or a generator when sunlight is insufficient. This flexible, green solution allows vendors to operate without relying on coal, significantly reducing pollution and operating costs.

Applications

Mobile Ironing Service: Vendors can offer doorstep ironing services.
Environmental Sustainability: Reduces charcoal dependency, lowering emissions.
Additional Revenue: Equipped with charging stations for extra income.
Remote Communities: Useful in areas with limited electricity access.
Awareness in Clean Energy: Encourages the adoption of renewable energy solutions.