A SAFE HYBRID LIGHTING SYSTEM FOR HIGHWAYS USING RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES

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Abstract— The Hybrid Lighting System (HLS) provides safe and reliable illumination for drivers and pedestrians while minimizing the impact on the environment. In this paper, a safe HLS for highways using Renewable Energy Sources (RESs) is designed. This design involved the development of a lighting system that utilizes both solar and wind energy to energize LED lights on highways. The design process incorporated selecting appropriate RESs, designing a system that optimizes energy generation, storage, and integrating it with a reliable HLS that meets safety standards. The implementation encompassed installing the system on highways and testing its performance under various conditions. Testing included evaluating the system's efficiency, reliability, and safety. The performance of the proposed system is assessed by measuring its energy output, lighting intensity, and battery life. The safety of the designed system is evaluated by testing its durability under extreme weather conditions and its ability to withstand impact from vehicles. A novel automated self-cleaning mechanism was developed to maintain the efficiency of solar panels, addressing challenges posed by dust accumulation in desert environments. Overall, the development of a safe HLS for highways using RESs has the potential to reduce the carbon footprint associated with traditional lighting systems while improving the safety of highways for drivers and pedestrians.

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