2024 - Hunting Oats- HOts

The module was created with solar tracking in mind. It is adapted for all buildings and public places, for example, bus stops, etc. As temperatures rise, reaching up to 48 degrees Celsius in summer, the number of deaths increases. Throughout Europe, over 61,000 people died from heat stroke or overheating in 2023; most of them are elderly people. My project is designed to track the sun’s movement throughout the day and shade us from the sun’s central rays but still let the natural light in.

Looking for inspiration, I started my research from scratch. Plants endowed with phototropism (growth reaction to one-sided lighting; turning or bending of the shoot towards the light) naturally track sunlight. An in-depth analysis allowed me to include related advantages in my project. The module tracks the light by rotating the leaf around its own axis, limiting the access of central sunlight while not blocking the access of natural light. The project was developed based on observations of the developing problem of overheating faced by older people in Ciechocinek. The system was created with the desire to improve health, protect life, and allow older people to spend their time in sanatoriums comfortably.

The core of this project is its functionality. By systematically identifying and eliminating potential problems, it’s been created as a universal structure, fulfilling its intended purpose while taking advantage of its simplicity. Additionally, it ensures ease of assembly and transport, all while prioritizing environmental sustainability.