Specifications

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Figure 51 - LCD serial pin layout .................................................................................................................................. 64
Figure 52 - Serial LCD Graphical Display ...................................................................................................................... 64
Figure 53 MSP430 Mpower Consumption ................................................................................................................ 65
Figure 54 - MSP430G2231 Diagram ............................................................................................................................ 66
Figure 55 MSP430 Chart ........................................................................................................................................... 67
Figure 56 - Planned Schematic of Microcontrollers on PCB ......................................................................................... 68
Figure 57 - Voltage Divider to Feed Battery Voltage to Microcontroller ..................................................................... 69
Figure 58 - Commercially available power inverter comparison chart ........................................................................ 72
Figure 59 - Schematic Diagram of Wiring from Power Inverter to Outlets .................................................................. 73
Figure 60 - Wiring Diagram for GFCI Outlet ................................................................................................................ 74
Figure 61 - Heat transfer over a box ............................................................................................................................ 75
Figure 62 - Fins used to dissipate heat and keep elements out ................................................................................... 75
Figure 63 - Waterproof button used to change modes................................................................................................ 76
Figure 64 - Overall Concept Design .............................................................................................................................. 76
Figure 65 Orlando Executive Airport ......................................................................................................................... 78
Figure 66 RPM Testing Method ................................................................................................................................ 79
Figure 67 Universal Studios Parking Garage, Orlando FL ......................................................................................... 80
Figure 68 - Connection between PV array and Battery ................................................................................................ 81
Figure 69 Solar Array Testing Method ...................................................................................................................... 82
Figure 70 Temperature Effect on PV Panels .............................................................................................................. 82
Figure 71 - Schematic for Testing Power Storage System ............................................................................................ 84
Figure 72 - Wire Rating for Amperage vs. Temperature vs. Material .......................................................................... 85
Figure 73 - Tentative Schedule ..................................................................................................................................... 87
Figure 74 Revised Itemized Budget ........................................................................................................................... 88
Figure 75 ...................................................................................................................................................................... 89