Gobi Desert - Xinjiang Awati

Boson Robots installed in Xinjiang Awati solar farm in Gobi Desert increased the efficiency of the power generation by cleaning and maintaining the PV panels in this solar farm.

Key Challenges:

  • Solar Panels are installed at a tilt angle of 40°
  • Frequent Sand Storms
  • Salt-Mist
  • Over 100° C in seasonal Temperature Changa
  • Harsh Desert Environment

Project details

  • Energy: Approx. 30 kWh/mo at 5.8 m/s (13 mph)
  • Swept Area: 1.07 m2 (11.5 ft2)
  • Rotor Diameter: 1.17 m (46 in)
  • Weight: 5.9 kg (13 lb)
  • Voltage: 12, 24 and 48 VDC
  • Body: Permanent mold cast aluminum
  • Blades: (3) Injection-molded composite
  • Alternator: Permanent magnet brushless
  • Mount: 1.5 in schedule 40 pipe 48 mm (1.9 in)