Siemens solar array to inform AI and robotic systems project
Siemens has been appointed by York University to design and deliver a solar array located at the Institute for Safe Autonomy (ISA) as part of a £1.5m research project.
Funded through the UK Research Partnership Investment Fund (UKRPIF), the project is expected to improve the Institute’s capabilities in developing and using AI and robotic systems to inspect and maintain solar arrays.
According to York University, the 193kWp solar farm will create a ‘living lab’ that will provide landowners and operators of solar farms insights on how best to integrate robotic technology in the field.
The project will also enable the Institute to become energy self-sufficient by 2025, generating approximately 170MWh of power annually.
The farm, which spans more than 1,400 square metres, will consist of a range of different panel configurations including static ground installations and sun-tracking arrays. Solar panels will also be deployed on the side of the Institute’s building and the rooftop to maximise light exposure.
Following successful completion of the design phase, installation work will be carried out on-site by installer Lynx, with the project expected to be fully operational by July.
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