The MilPak™ E is a fully integrated mobile power solution that includes a foldable photovoltaic blanket with an attached waterproof battery case that houses a maximum peak power tracker, 86.5 watt hours of power storage with battery management circuitry, a 55 watt 24 volt power circuit, and two high-current USB circuits. In keeping with the ruggedized requirements, all switchgear, protection circuit, and the 24V and USB connectors are all rated IP-67 or better, and the case is constructed from a military-grade plastic. Most important, the entire unit weighs in at less than 8.5 pounds (3.8 kg) which makes it extremely portable by military or other users. This product is the first to introduce the MilPak™ platform to the military, first responders, disaster relief workers and other users who want to reduce the number of components they required to take in the field and take advantage of solar power. R&D Magazine’s Top 100 Inventions
Named R&D Magazines Top 100 Inventions in 2015 Award Recognizes Construction of the MilPak Platform; the Most Durable and Lightweight Solar Power Generation and Storage System in the World 55 Watt Solar Blanket 86.5 Watts of Storage Management 24V and USB Connectors Are All Rated IP-67 or Better Weighs only 8.5 lbs Subjected to and Passed the Grueling MIL-STD 810G Test Requirements Read Article
Time Magazine’s Top 50 Inventions
Named Time Magazine’s Top 50 Inventions in 2011 Award Recognizes Flexibility of Solar Substrates Integration Into Building Materials, Such As an Office Building Read Article
R&D Magazine’s Top 100 Inventions
Named R&D Magazines Top 100 Inventions in 2010 Award Recognizes Ability to Manufacture on a Flexible Substrate CIGS with Monolithic Integration Read Article
— HOW THE TECHNOLOGY WORKS — Ascent Solar’s WaveSol™ Mobile, flexible, thin-film modules for EIPV are specifically produced for integrating solar power into electronic devices and consumer products. WaveSol™ Light modules are manufactured on ultra-thin plastic substrates, which provide the flexibility necessary for easy integration to all types of materials including fabrics and plastics. Ascent Solar’s CIGS technology offers the greatest power per space compared to other available technologies, making solar-powered consumer products a reality.
Highest energy density available on thin-film PVs Manufactured on plastic Requires fewer balance of system components Lightweight form factor Flexibility provides the opportunity to solar power a multitude of consumer products. A realistic source of clean, renewable energy
The lightweight, yet powerful Ascent Solar WaveSol™ Mobile modules make it easy to directly integrate solar power into a limitless number of consumer products that benefit from portable power, including fabrics and non-flat surfaces. The power density of the thin-film, CIGS technology makes it the preferred solution for meeting the energy needs of solar-powered consumer products such as laptop computers, tents, off-grid LED lighting, blankets and more.
Most Powerful WaveSol™ Mobile modules offer the greatest power density compared to other available technologies. The power these modules produce can replace heavy, traditional batteries, eliminate the need for extra power boosters and bring the advantage of solar power to new consumer products.
Maximum Portability WaveSol™ Mobile modules are created on plastic, not glass, which makes them significantly lighter and more durable. The flexibility of the plastic substrate allows for solar panels to be sewn into fabric or placed in areas previously unavailable for solar energy production.
Clean, Alternative Energy Source WaveSol™ Mobile modules harness the power of the sun to provide an alternative energy source that reduces the use of chemicals found in traditional batteries.
Lightweight Energy Source WaveSol™ Mobile high efficiency solar modules, created using thin-film PV technology, are up to 10 times more powerful than a conventional battery. Just one hour of direct sunlight will power 40 minutes of usage.