Ecocapsule, A self-sustainable smart house powered solely by solar and wind energy
Imagine !!! A warm mountain cabin in the great outdoors. A beach cabana on a remote island. A quiet studio in the countryside. A geeky hotel pod near your house. A spot for your loud teenager. Imagine an opportunity to getaway and enjoy an authentic life in nature.
The Ecocapsule is an opportunity for an eco-life. It does not need to be plugged into the traditional power and water supply as it is self-sustaining and can generate both resources from the surrounding environment.
Officially, the Ecocapsule is a compact mobile home which can enable off-grid living under specific conditions and in specific environments.
the Ecocapsule is designed for medium term off-grid living for 1 – 2 people.
BASIC SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions: (LxWxH) 4.67m × 2.20m × 2.50m / height 4.5m with the wind turbine pole extended (15.32ft x 7.22ft x 8.20ft / 14.76ft)
Weight: 1350kg when empty / 1650kg with full water tanks (2976lb / 3638lb)
Installed power output: wind 750W, solar 880W peak
Gross floor area: 8.2m2 (88.3ft)
Usable floor area: 6.3m2 (67.8ft)
Battery capacity: 10 kWh (default option)
The Ecocapsule body is made from high-capacity, insulated fiberglass shells overlaid on an aluminum framework.
Energy production system:
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Low-noise wind turbine on telescopic pole, braced, height approximately 4.5m when extended, installed power output 750W
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High efficiency solar panels on the roof, installed power output 880W
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Electrical system:
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Basic system: 12V/24V, sockets 110/230V
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Electric installation: Electric cabinet, cable system, sockets, switches, sensors
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Batteries: min. 10kWh
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Lighting: 12V, LED lights
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Lightning protection
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Optional equipment: mini-fridge, mini-washmachine
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External connection to 110/230V network
Heating and Ventilation system:
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Floor heating. Optional AC unit with low energy consumption will be available with the second generation Ecocapsule.
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Direct ventilation via windows, indirect via passive heat recuperation unit
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Water heater for kitchen and sanitary usage
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Control system and internet:
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Smart home system and sensors
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Home system interface: smart-phone application
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Data network connection (within 2G/3G/4G coverage)
