From Physical to Digital

Once I brought my vision for a space-based solar power satellite to life with a physical model, I wanted to create a digital version to explore the design further. The only issue was that I had never used design software before!

TinkerCAD to the Rescue!

Enter TinkerCAD, a design software I discovered through online research. Thanks to its intuitive interface and wealth of online tutorials, I was up and running in no time.

My TinkerCAD Model: A Beacon of Clean Energy

My TinkerCAD model features a satellite with expansive solar panels. Here's how it contributes to a sustainable future:

• Maximizing Energy Collection: The large surface area of the panels allows for significant solar energy capture, potentially impacting global energy production in a major way.
• Reaching Remote Areas: Imagine powering homes and businesses in areas lacking access to sustainable energy sources! This design, if the beaming technology is perfected, could deliver clean energy even to the most remote locations.

Why This Design?

The focus is on maximizing energy collection through the large solar panels, crucial for a satellite aiming to provide substantial clean energy. The simplicity also allows for scalability. Imagine a network of these satellites working together as a massive clean energy source!

Checking the solar panel alignment on my space station model in TinkerCAD.

A Stepping Stone to a Brighter Future

A space-based solar power satellite like this could be a significant step towards a world powered by 100% renewable energy. Imagine a future with cleaner air and reduced reliance on fossil fuels! This project is just the beginning. As sustainable technologies develop, we can keep visualizing a future powered by clean energy solutions, where both bustling cities and remote communities thrive under the light of space-based solar power!

Optimizing the size of the paraboloid dish for efficient space energy transmission.