SmartGrid Ready-to-go
Teach the fundamentals of modern power networks and renewable energy integration with the SmartGrid Ready-to-go kit (1605) from leXsolar. This complete, hands-on training experiment kit lets students build and analyze a laboratory-scale smart grid that integrates solar power, wind energy, fuel cells, energy storage, and e-mobility technologies.
As power grids continue to evolve, students need to understand how renewable energy sources, energy storage technologies, and intelligent grid management work together to maintain reliable electrical power systems. The leXsolar SmartGrid Ready-to-go (1605) provides a comprehensive platform for exploring these concepts through hands-on experimentation and real-time system analysis.
This all-inclusive system allows learners to construct a complete laboratory-scale smart grid featuring photovoltaic generation, wind power, fuel cell technology, energy storage, and electric mobility applications. Students can create different energy generation and consumption scenarios, monitor energy flows, investigate power fluctuations, and analyze the impact of renewable energy integration on grid performance.
Using SmartMeters and control components, learners can directly observe energy production, consumption, storage, and distribution while developing a practical understanding of modern electrical networks and smart grid technologies. All required equipment is supplied within a durable aluminum carrying case for easy classroom implementation.
Features
- Complete smart grid training system incorporating solar, wind, fuel cell, energy storage, and e-mobility technologies.
- Build and analyze a laboratory-scale smart grid using real renewable energy generation and load components.
- SmartMeters provide real-time monitoring of energy production, consumption, and power flow.
- Supports diverse energy generation and load profiles for realistic smart grid investigations.
- All-inclusive portable system supplied with all required equipment, experiments, and instructional materials.
Renewable Energy Generation
Investigate photovoltaic and wind energy technologies and their role within modern power systems.
Smart Grid Fundamentals
Explore how generation, storage, and electrical loads interact within an intelligent power network.
Energy Storage Technologies
Examine fuel cells, capacitors, and other energy storage solutions used to stabilize power systems.
Power Distribution
Investigate energy flow, voltage behavior, and load balancing within electrical networks.
Energy Monitoring
Measure and analyze electrical power, energy consumption, and system performance using SmartMeters.
Grid Stability
Evaluate the impact of renewable energy integration, distance, demand, and storage technologies on grid operation.
Data Analysis
Develop skills in collecting, monitoring, and interpreting energy system data.
Sustainable Energy Systems
Build an understanding of emerging technologies that support future smart grid infrastructure.
Program Integration
leXsolar’s portable green energy learning systems are designed to supplement classroom instruction with engaging, hands-on STEM investigations that connect scientific theory to real-world applications. Each system supports inquiry-based learning through structured experiments that encourage observation, measurement, analysis, and problem-solving.
Included educational resources support both students and instructors with:
- Hands-on experimental activities
- Student investigation guides
- Instructor manuals
- Experiment setup and implementation support
This flexible approach lets educators integrate hands-on learning into science, technology, engineering, energy, and career and technical education programs while reinforcing key curriculum concepts through experimentation.
Typical Practical Tasks
- Measure the I-V characteristics of a photovoltaic module
- Investigate solar module performance under varying illuminance
- Analyze temperature effects on photovoltaic output
- Compare wind turbine performance with different blade designs
- Investigate the impact of blade pitch on power generation
- Evaluate the effect of rotor blade quantity on turbine output
- Study the influence of wind direction on energy production
- Measure electrolyzer charging characteristics
- Investigate fuel cell charging and discharging behavior
- Analyze capacitor charging and discharging performance
- Explore electric vehicle energy storage applications
- Monitor power fluctuations from photovoltaic systems
- Monitor power fluctuations from wind generation systems
- Investigate building energy supply scenarios
- Analyze voltage behavior in conventional and smart grids
- Evaluate energy storage integration within a smart grid
- Explore load management strategies
- Perform smart grid scenario investigations
- Monitor and analyze power flow within a distributed energy network
SmartGrid Ready-to-go (1605) Product Details
This smart grid training system includes:
- leXsolar Base Unit Large
- Solar Module
- Base for Solar Panel
- Diode Module
- 2 × Light Bulb Modules
- Motor Module
- Wind Rotor Set
- Wind Machine
- Wind Turbine Module
- 2 × Power Grid Modules
- Capacitor Module (5.0F / 5.4V)
- Electric Model Car
- AV Module
- 2 × SmartMeters
- 2 × PowerModules
- Potentiometer Module
- Reversible Fuel Cell
- Electric Grid Adapter Set
- DC Converter (120V-240V)
- Lamp Housing
- 120W Illuminant
- Test Leads
- Azimuth Angle Scale
- Layout Diagram
- Teacher Manual
- Student Manual
- Instruction Manual
- Startup Information Sheet
- Aluminum Carrying Case
Requirements
- No additional equipment required
- Standard AC power outlet
Technical Specifications
- Case Dimensions: Approx. 25.2 × 14.6 × 6.5 in (W × D × H)
- Weight: Approx. 16.5 lbs
- Power Supply Output: 0-12 V DC
- Maximum Output Power: 24 W
- Maximum Current: 2 A
- SmartMeter Power Measurement Range: 0-12 W
- SmartMeter Energy Measurement Range: 0-200 mWh
Prepare students for the Green Economy
leXsolar offers hands-on renewable energy, environmental science, and engineering kits for K-12 schools, technical and community colleges, and universities. They come in Professional, Expert, and Ready-to-Go levels to fit any classroom and age group.
New Energy
Hydropower
Emobility
BioEnergy
BioFuel
SmartGrid
eSave
Wind
ThermalEnergy
Hydropower
Photovoltaic
Enhance Any Technical Education Program
Enhance Any Technical Education Program
These kits complement and support your class with hands-on experiments as you teach different alternative energy topic areas. Each kit includes comprehensive instructor guides and student manuals with structured experiments, lesson support, and ready-to-use activities that help educators deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences, even when energy technologies fall outside their primary area of expertise.
Hands-On Experiment Kits
Teach the Scientific Method Through Real Data
Students collect, analyze, and interpret real-world data they gather during their own experiments. By observing, testing hypotheses, recording measurements, and evaluating results, learners develop the analytical skills scientists, engineers, and technicians use across modern industries.
Learning Outcomes
- Data collection and measurement
- Experimental design
- Hypothesis testing
- Technical analysis and reporting
- Evidence-based decision-making
Built for the Modern Learning Enviorment
Compact, organized, and easy to store, each kit is designed for efficient classroom use. Students can quickly set up activities, move materials between classrooms or labs, and keep equipment organized between lessons.
