Experimental Analysis of Portable Solar Stove Using Thermo Electric Converter

The solar stove is pollution free and efficient so it consumes less power energy which makes it less economical. The solar energy available in abundance and over 90% of is not been utilized. Since the solar energy is available throughout the day so that this system is efficient. This paper presents solar-powered thermoelectric stove utilizing a Thermo-Electric Controller (TEC) diode for both heating and cooling purposes, although this paper focuses on heating applications. The TEC diode is used to cool the photovoltaic (PV) cells, enhancing system efficiency, power capacity, and lifespan. The solar energy harvested is used to operate the stove, with a micro-controller managing the heating process. A temperature sensor monitors the TEC diode to automatically switch off the stove upon reaching maximum temperature. The compact design makes it suitable for applications such as travel, military, medical, and aerospace uses, providing a dual-purpose stove that operates on solar power during the day and battery power at night.