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%
Our team gets often asked: why did you decide to participate in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge? How did you come to this idea? Why did you start Top Dutch Solar Racing? Each and everyone in our team will answer the same: because we wanted to create and do something awesome!
It’s already the middle of the race! Time is passing fast and yesterday was a hectic day. Even though we have gone through some challenges, our Green Lightning is still driving on Australian roads at a good pace. Read this blog to know what has happened since yesterday morning!