Method and System for Harvesting Artificial Light
OwnerHughie Kellyinventor
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Abstract
Method and system is provided for harvesting artificial light. Photovoltaic systems are placed in locations where artificial light is available such as along highways, airports, stadiums and subways. Photovoltaic systems harvest light energy provided by artificial sources, such as automobile headlights and overhead lighting. Photovoltaic systems convert energy provided by artificial sources into electricity. Electricity is sent to transfer stations, battery storage or otherwise stored or used such that demand on the power grid is reduced.
Claims12
A method of harvesting artificial light, comprising the steps of:
- placing one or more photovoltaic cells in locations where artificial light is concentrated;
- connecting photovoltaic cells to user, transfer stations or storage facilities;
- harvesting artificial light emitted from artificial sources;
- converting artificial light into electricity;
- using electricity or sending electricity to transfer stations or storage facilities such that demand on the power grid is reduced.
A system of recycling artificial light, comprising:
- one or more photovoltaic cells placed in locations where artificial light is concentrated;
- wherein said photovoltaic cells are connected to transfer stations or storage facilities;
- and wherein said photovoltaic cells harvest artificial light emitted from artificial sources and convert said artificial light into electricity;
- wherein said electricity is used or sent to transfer stations or storage facilities such that demand on the power grid is reduced.
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