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Frank R. LeslieB. S. E. E., M. S. Space Technology, LS [email protected]; (321) 674-7377
http://www.fit.edu/~fleslie
4/17/2006
A ConcertOff the Grid!
Solar Music Festival!
Introduction
There are some six solar music fairs/festivals around the US, but none closer than Atlanta, Georgia
Florida Tech fair uses wind as well as solar energy Are there any other fairs using wind energy?
Our wind/solar system provides up to 340 watts peak internal audio power and up to 1800 watts at 120 volts a.c. to power other external equipment, such as sound instruments, speakers and efficient lights; eight batteries provide power after darkDVD, VCR, CD, and computer sound is availableA television can show computer programsProjection video is possible at night
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Poultney, VermontCroton-on-Hudson, New YorkTaos, New MexicoAtlanta, GeorgiaOthers?
Solar Music Fairs Around the US
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Florida Tech’s Green Campus Group
The student Green Campus Group was authorized in 2004 to further “green” or sustainable actions within the university
Other universities have similar groups that serve as models
Arranging for extended recycling of cans and bottles on campus
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Florida Tech’s DMES Mobile Renewable Energy/Meteorological Field Station FS-1
We have constructed a trailer station carrying a 35-ft tower with an 800-watt wind turbine and an anemometer plus a 300-watt PV module
(The author [shown] is 5’ 8” tall)
An auxiliary 300 watt solar module can be added for more energy collection
A datalogging computer captures the weather and power data for later analysis
This transportable station provides student training in the operation of an independent field instrumentation site
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Florida Tech’s First Solar Music Fair on Earth Day, 2005
Display and exhibit area featured Environmental organizationsFlorida Solar Energy Center displaySolar-baked cookies!
Wind and solar energy system provided power for the music stage
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Green Campus Creates an Event!
The Green Campus Group presented the 2005 solar music fair, making their newly established presence known around the Florida Tech campus
Second Wind/Solar Music Festival 2006 Details: Date: Saturday, April 22, 2006
Area served: Florida and Georgia Attendance Costs: Free [Adults $5, Students 13-21 $3, Family Pass $10, Kids under 12 Free. Admission in future?]Fair location: Florida Tech campus, University Blvd. and Babcock St., Melbourne FLFair features: Keynote speakers, workshops (solar, wind, hydro, biomass, energy conservation, alternative home construction, and renewable energy), efficient homes, children's activities, exhibits with creative energy products for homes and businesses, and wind/solar-powered musical performances. Fair Organizing Contact: Florida Tech Green Campus Group, [who], ?, Melbourne FL 32901 • 321-? • Fax: 321-? • [email protected] • www.fit.edu/~fleslie/SMF2006.htm
Advertised in Home Power magazine!
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Other Solar Music Fairs, etc. for Examples
http://www.motherearthnews.com/top_articles/2005_June_July/Green_Gazette event guide
http://www.lapaz.com/dlabs/solar101.htm Atlanta GA http://clearwater.org/festival.html Croton-on-Hudson NY http://www.cres-energy.org/crec2005/ http://www.solarmusicfest.com/index.shtml Taos NM http://www.enoriver.org/festival/index.html Durham NC http://www.gfec.org/swref/http://www.seeexpo.com/ Fletcher NC http://www.solarliving.org/solfest2005.cfm Hopland CA http://www.renewableenergyroundup.com/ Fredericksburg TX http://www.solarfest.org/ Tinmouth VT http://www.susfest.org/ Athens OH http://www.sustainablelivingfair.org/ Ft. Collins CO http://www.greenroadshow.demon.co.uk/ Sheffield UK
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Florida Tech’s Second Solar Music Fair on Earth Day, 2006 --- Planned Events (TBD)
[add photos]Displays of renewable energy, recycling, alternative
transportation, plant sales, etc.Music stage powered by wind and solar energyWorkshops on renewable energy, recycling, gardening,
etc.Food and drinks provided by Sodexho, the university’s
food service providerLiterature and informationChildren’s educational events
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Festival Task Planning
Master planning of tasks by type and workersTask assignments and commitmentsVolunteer solicitation for additional assistancePrepare news releases, radio announcements, and
coordinate with WFIT and other stations; needed earlyDisplay planning, solicitation, and location assignment
sketchMusic solicitation, coordination, and assistanceArrange for tables, chairs, supplies, signs, etc.
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A Possible Festival Schedule Plan for Saturday, Earth Day, April 22 to attract the local public 7:30 a.m.: Area ready at TBD Location; displays up and vehicle parking open 8:00: Festival opens to the public; Welcoming address by TBD 9:00: Musical Act 1: Bluegrass?? 9:00: Workshop (P-133): Sustainability or Green Campus Influences (TBD) by TBD 10:00: Musical Act 2: Singer?? Jazz?? Folk music?? 10:00: Workshop: Introduction to Renewable Energy by Mr. Frank Leslie 11:00: Musical Act 3: Local High School Band 11:00: Workshop: Recycling by Brevard County Solid Waste TBD by TBD 11:00: Demonstration: Solar Oven Cooking by TBD 12:00: Musical Act 4: Florida Tech Pop Band 12:00: Workshop: Gardening by TBD 1:00: Musical Act 5: Jazz?? 1:00: Workshop: Florida Solar Energy Center Activities TBD by TBD 2:00: Musical Act 6: Jazz?? 2:00: Video (P-133): “Kilowatt Ours” by Jeff Barrie 3:00: Musical Act 7: Student Musicians?? 3:00: Workshop: Bicycling in Brevard by TBD 4:00: Last raffle; then Festival closes
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Conclusion
Solar music fairs spark general public interest in sustainable living and renewable energyThe festival provides a good opportunity to educate the
public and local school students about a better environment and clean energy
Students benefit from the novel idea, which opens their vision to what could be in their future
There are very few solar music festivals or fairs in the United States, thus the unusual concept leads to greater attendance
Florida Tech enhances the community involvement by presenting events that attract the public on campus
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Field Station Remote Use Examples
Provides remote wind and solar measurementsSupported Marine Field Projects at Melbourne BeachDemonstrated at 2004 Florida Solar Energy Center on
Alternative Fuel Workshop day in CocoaSupported 2004 Amateur Radio Field Day at Wickham
Park, Melbourne FLDemonstration at Brevard County School Science
Teachers’ Workshop in MelbourneProvides emergency power up to 1800 watts at 120 Vac
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Credits for the Wind/Solar Station
Donors Solar Modules -- ASAPV controller -- Blue Sky EnergyDisconnect switch and tower cable -- Mr. Bill Battin
Concept and DesignMr. Frank Leslie
ConstructionTrailer and Tower Mounting -- Mr. Fred Bristol, FIT FacilitiesWoodwork and cabinetry -- Mr. BattinDesign and Electrical -- Mr. Frank LesliePainting and Weatherproofing -- Mr. Christian FlemingTemperature Sensor -- Mr. Chris Cease
Programming Datalogger -- Mr. Mike Splitt and Mr. Frank Leslie
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