Carbon 1.0: Energy Harvesting and Internet of Things (IoT) for the Airman

EnergyBionics created the Carbon line of devices with fit, form, and functionality in mind. Carbon 1.0 harvests solar energy to enable and power mobile and IoT devices. This energy allows for device charging through a wristwatch. The device incorporates four monocrystalline solar cells on the face of the watch, providing 650-800 mAh into a secondary lithium-polymer battery. Utilization of the monocrystalline solar cells enables the use of a broad spectral sensitivity range of 300 nanometers (near-ultraviolet) to 1100 nanometers (near-infrared. Energy storage can also be obtained through charging the device through an external power source via the 2.5 mm connector.   This power generation results in an output charge of 1 amp, 5 volts, and 5 watts. Carbon 1.0 also incorporates advanced power supply management and the latest lithium-polymer battery protection components. All of the electronics are driven by the latest in microcontroller technology. An LED light keeps the user updated as to the charging level of the device, with the energy transferred via an adaptable USB cable. This multi-color LED can also serve as a mini flashlight and safety strobe as needed. The device takes approximately twelve hours to charge in full sunlight and thirty minutes to charge when connected to an external power supply. The device is also designed following International Protection (IP) standards and has a Solid Particle Protection rating of 6 (no ingress of dust) and Liquid Ingress Protection rating of 4 (splashing water), meaning the device will remain functional in any setting that doesn’t include full water submersion.   Carbon 2.0 will incorporate additional energy harvesting techniques, including thermoelectric and motion capture. The device will also integrate sensors to enable data exchange and control system integration with the device. Carbon 2.0 will also provide enhanced data exchange with IoT and wireless devices.