ADU professors receive patent for solar-wind hybrid system: The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has awarded two professors from Abu Dhabi University (ADU) a patent for a locally produced solar-wind hybrid power generation system, the university said.

About the tech: The patented system will facilitate energy production and distribution from renewables beyond daylight hours, and function as a consistent charging network for drones and other offgrid activities, ADU explains. The tech also allows for adjustments to the arms of wind turbines and dynamic control of PV panel tilts to optimize energy production. The system is equipped with rotating PV cells, allowing for regular cooling and reducing dust formation.

What are hybrid systems? Hybrid renewables networks connect solar and wind energy sources within a single power generation system through battery storage. The configuration enables streamlined operation, shared infrastructure, and efficient usage of grid connections. A hybrid charge controller helps both the turbines and the panels receive the required charge. By combining the two power sources — which peak at different times with solar only viable during daylight hours — hybrid systems ensure consistent energy generation.

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