Mahindra & Mahindra gets patent for solar power system on vehicle rooftops

These solar panels are fixed atop vehicle roofs to act as supplementary power source for electrical load demand without impacting the vehicle's aerodynamics

Automobile maker Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd has received a patent for its multimodal solar power system, which reduces the electric load demand on vehicle battery, and supports the operation of an air-conditioner. This innovation will help increase the life of vehicle batteries and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Documents show that solar panels will be fixed atop vehicle roofs to act as supplementary power source for electrical load demand without impacting the vehicle’s aerodynamics.

A sensor will help its control unit identify various modes, such as the running mode, parked mode and night mode and act accordingly. Vehicle type will not be restrictive