TALLER – Naturaleza de la tecnología

(WORKSHOP - Nature of technology)

1. DESIGN THINKING

Grafique y explique el proceso de diseño usando un ejemplo de la vida real y

considerando los pasos que se indicaron en el objeto de estudio, así como el
ejemplo correspondiente.

Formulation
Perception of of Generation of
the need specifications ideas

Evaluation of
Final Solution
the solution

a. Perception of a need: Describe what is the need or situation that needs a

solution. This might be any real life situation.
b. Formulation of specifications (requirements): List all the requisites to
accomplish the objective or solve the need.
c. Generation of ideas: Write the possible solutions for the need, remember
the final solution is the only option that meets ALL requirements to solve the
problem.
d. Final Solution: This is the final option you selected as a viable solution for
the problem.
e. Evaluation of the Solution: You have to check or evaluate if the option or
idea selected meets the requirements of the particular need, there is only
one final solution.

Para tener en cuenta:

 El ejemplo debe contener un texto que explique cada paso del proceso de
diseño junto con una imagen relacionada.
 La situación problema debe estar sustentada en un campo de tecnología
que desee, no es obligatorio acudir al ICT.
 Su ejemplo debe contener una solución y una apropiada evaluación de esta
al realizar una comparación entre los resultados y los requerimientos.
 Sea creativo para las imágenes pero sustente todas sus entregas con
fuentes bibliográficas.
a. Perception of a need: Describe what is the need or situation that needs a
solution. This might be any real life situation.

Many population around the world need energy to use the regular appliances in
their homes, but the possibly to easy access is very complicated. Remote areas
in the jungle (Figure 1) or desert difficult the possibility to carry the power lines
to the places where it is needed. This situation entails rethinking the way to
obtain alternative energy sources and at the same time renewable energy is
needed like the sun, biodigestors, hydraulic sources when is possible, etc.

Figure 1. Jungle Village with energy power necessities.

b. Formulation of specifications (requirements): List all the requisites to

accomplish the objective or solve the need.

According with several studies by 2030, green and renewable power could
meet the demands of a large grid 99.9 percent of the time. The requimiments to
get renewable power supply in remote and no remote areas are:

1. Contribution of different sources like a mix of offshore and onshore wind,

solar power, hydrogen power supply.
2. Reliability of the power flow during all period of function of the system.
3. Renewable generation capacity to fullfill all the necessity of the users in
different environments.
4. Prove to be more cost-effective than traditional sources in the installation
and supply.
5. The storage capacity enough to avoid high system cost associated with
storage technology.

c. Generation of ideas: Write the possible solutions for the need, remember
the final solution is the only option that meets ALL requirements to solve the
problem.
Any use of an energy supply that is environmentally friendly and eases the
strain on current natural resources is a positive step to the communities that are
far away from the principal cities and “civilized world”. The possible solution that
meets the requirements presented in item b. are:

1. Solar. Electricity is generated through solar panels harvesting the sun’s

energy. Whilst this is an increasingly popular source in sunny climates, the
desert and jungle zones have a surprisingly large potential to use this as
power can be generated on a cloudy day, not only in direct sunlight. Many
villages can take advantage of subsidised solar panel installations by the
government to generate some of their own electricity.[1]
2. Hydroelectric and tidal power converts the movement of water in rivers and
the sea by building dams and forcing water through to power a turbine. This
is perfect for an island or villages close to rivers or sea.[1]
3. Wind. The potential for generating electricity is huge and economically
competitive, however, sites to build unsightly wind villages are difficult to find
and often face local opposition. The answer may be to build turbines at sea,
where conditions are perfect, but this is extremely expensive. [1, 2]
4. Geothermal energy uses the internal heat generated by the Earth itself (in
the form of steam) to produce electricity and heating. Being produced in
areas of volcanic activity makes this a potentially dangerous and expensive
operation, although the supply is limitless.[1, 2, 3, 4 ,5]
5. Biomass energy is created by burning decaying organic material such as
oilseed rape. It is cheap and easy to generate, although adds to pollution
levels.[2, 3, 4]
Figure 2. Renewable energy sources. Taken from Dreamstime.com retrieved
2/15/2017

d. Final Solution: This is the final option you selected as a viable solution for
the problem.

The option selected because its versatility and advantages is the solar source
of energy.

e. Evaluation of the Solution: You have to check or evaluate if the option or

idea selected meets the requirements of the particular need, there is only
one final solution.

The advantaged that fullfill the requirements are presented as follow:

1. Non-polluting: Solar energy is an alternative for fossil fuels as it is non-

polluting, clean, reliable and renewable source of energy. It does not pollute
the air by releasing harmful gases like carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxide or
sulphur oxide. The risk of damage to the environment is reduced. Solar
energy also does not require any fuel to produce electricity and thus avoids
the problem of transportation of fuel or storage of radioactive waste. [1]
 2. Renewable Source: Solar energy is a renewable source of energy as it can
be used to produce electricity as long as the sun exists. Sunlight is available
everywhere on the Earth. This energy can be harnessed by installing solar
panels that can reduce our dependence on other countries for consistent
supply of coal to produce electricity. Although solar energy cannot be
produced during night and cloudy days but it can be used again and again
during daytime. Solar energy from sun is consistent and constant power
source and can be used to harness power even in remote locations.[1]
3. Low maintenance: Solar cells generally does not require much maintenance
and run for a long time. More solar panels can be added from time to time
when needed. Although, initial cost of solar panels is steep but there are
practically zero recurring costs. Initial cost that is incurred once can be
recovered in the long run that range from 10 years – 15 years. Apart from
this, solar panels does not create any noise or release any toxic substances.
4. Easy Installation: Solar panels are easy to install and does not require any
wires, cords or power sources. Unlike wind and geothermal power stations
which require them to be tied with drilling machines, solar panels does not
require them and can be installed on the rooftops which means no new
space is needed and each home or business user can generate their own
electricity. Moreover, they can be installed in distributed fashion that means
no large-scale installations are needed.[1]
5. Can Be Used in Remote Locations: Solar energy can be of great boon in
areas which have no access to power cables. It works great in remote
locations where running power lines would be difficult or costly. Solar panels
can set up to produce solar energy there as long as it receives the sunlight.
6. Long Lasting Solar Cells: Solar cells make no noise at all and there are no
moving parts in solar cells which makes them long lasting and require very
little maintenance. Solar energy provides cost effective solutions to energy
problems where there is no electricity at all.[1]

This advantages support the fact that the solar energy supply is the most suitable
power source in the places where is difficult to use conventional power sources.

References

1. Nath Tiwari, Gopal, and Kumar Mishra, Rajeev. (2011). “Advanced

Renewable Energy Sources”. RSC Publishing.
2. Fagernäs, L., et al. (2006): Bioenergy in Europe - Opportunities and
Barriers. VTT RESEARCH NOTES 2352, VTT, 2006, p. 52.
3. Fehér, A., et al (2002): Biomass - a renewable energy source used in
agriculture and forestry of Slovakia. EE&AE’2002, International Scientific
Conference, Rousse, Bulgaria, 4-6 April 2002.
4. Geletukha, G., et al (2001): Perspectives of bioenergy development in
Ukraine. Scientific Engineering Centre 'Biomass', Kiev, Ukraine, 2001.
Http://www.brdisolutions.com/pdfs/bcota/abstracts/30/54.pdf.
5. Georgiva, V. (2007): Biomass energy potential in Bulgaria. Ministry of
economy and energy Bulgaria, JI and biomass cooperation, Leipzig,
Germany, 6 March 2007.