To boost eco-friendly transportation, a group of five engineers from Kashmir has secured a patent for their innovative creation: a Solar-Electrified Road designed for wirelessly charging electric vehicles.
The young engineers include Hakim Moid, JehangirHameed Lone, AdilYousuf, Shakir Rajab Bhat, and Ishrat Rajab.
Hakim Moid told Rising Kashmir that this patented technology integrates solar power generation with wireless charging capabilities directly into road infrastructure, featuring smart recognition and Car Driver Authentication.
“By eliminating the need for conventional charging stations, the innovation offers a seamless and efficient solution for electric vehicle owners, significantly reducing reliance on non-renewable energy sources and mitigating the environmental impact of transportation,” he said.
Hakim said their collaborative efforts, leveraging their diverse skills and insights, were pivotal in realizing this breakthrough. Their dedication to innovation and teamwork exemplifies their commitment to addressing climate change challenges, he said.
Another young engineer said that with the patent secured, their team’s invention is aimed to revolutionize electric vehicle charging infrastructure globally. On an electric road, cars and trucks can recharge while driving, he said.
“The scalable and adaptable nature of the Solar-Electrified Road makes it suitable for implementation in various urban and rural settings, facilitating widespread adoption of electric vehicles,” he said.
In a joint statement following the patent approval, the team praised each other’s diligence and emphasised the significance of sustainable technology in combating climate change.
They expressed optimism about the future impact of their invention and its role in shaping a more environmentally friendly transportation sector.
With the patent secured, the team’s invention is poised to revolutionise electric vehicle charging infrastructure on a global scale. The scalable and adaptable nature of the Solar-Electrified Road makes it suitable for implementation in various urban and rural settings, facilitating widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
‘We express gratitude to our parents, friends, and particularly those who supported them through thick and thin, acknowledging their invaluable contributions to their success,” the team said.
So far many countries in the world have started working on electrified solar roads and last year Sweden made the permanent electrified road – the first of its kind in the world. Sweden’s target of achieving independence from fossil fuel by 2030 requires a 70per cent reduction in the transport sector.
Earlier, Union road transport and highways Minister NitinGadkari has said the government is working on developing electric highways, which will be powered by solar energy that will facilitate the charging of heavy duty trucks and buses.
Gadkari reiterated that the government wants to develop India’s public transport system on electricity. We are strongly encouraging solar and wind energy-based charging mechanisms for electric mobility.
“We are also working on developing electric highways, which will be powered by solar energy and this will facilitate charging of heavy duty trucks and buses while running,” Gadkari said.
