Green Lightning was the result of two years of engineering! The light, mono-hulled, carbon body has enough space for innovative parts that have been built from scratch.
Two examples of these custom parts are the four wheel steering system and composite leaf springs. By using the four wheel steering system, the solar car can drive at an angle, which reduces aerodynamical resistance. The composite leaf springs contribute to the stability of the vehicle.
Green lightning during the Bridgestone World Solar CHallenge 2019
Weight
150 kg
Dimensions
5m x 1.2 m x 1m
Hours of work
63.000
Top Speed
140 km/h
Solar cells
Single junction GaAs
Surface; 3,56 m2
Motor
Power; 2kW
Efficiency: 96%
The corona virus has had a deep impact on society as we knew it. Social distancing, wearing mouth masks, restaurants and bars closing again. All measures to limit the spreading of the virus during this second wave. These measures of course also impact us at Top Dutch Solar Racing.
On the 22nd and 23rd of August 2019, our team, divided in two groups, started its journey to the other side of the world: Australia! It took us 52 hours, two flights, one stop in Singapore and the use of every just available transportation (besides ship!) to get to Quorn, a town close to Port Augusta and our base for the first month in Down Under. In this blog, we will take you on this journey and tell you more about our travel to Australia.