Paper Title: Enhanced Solar Cooker with Automatic Sun Tracking and Vacuum Insulated Cooking Chamber

Author's name: Arul Raj Kumaravel, Narmatha Deenadayalan, Sundar Vettum Perumal, Amaan Akhthar Mohamed, Said Mbarak Said

This project proposes an innovative solar cooker design that integrates a microcontroller, potentiometer, and motor to efficiently harness solar energy for cooking purposes. The system intelligently tracks the sun's movement using an Arduino-based application, enabling the reflective panel to optimize solar exposure throughout the day. Inside the cooking chamber, the cooking tray receives consistent illumination from the reflective panel, which is connected to an outer ring of bearings and gears. The unique cylindrical shape of the chamber ensures that the reflected rays are evenly distributed along two lines, minimizing the risk of accidental burns from concentrated focal points. To further enhance the system, Light Dependent Resistors (LDRs) are employed for automatic sun tracking. These sensors provide real-time feedback on sunlight intensity, allowing the solar cooker to automatically adjust its position for optimal alignment with the sun's position throughout the day. Additionally, the use of a transparent vacuum flask surrounding the cooking chamber enables the system to reach higher cooking temperatures and retain heat for extended periods, ensuring the cooked food remains warm. By combining these cutting-edge features, the solar cooker delivers exceptional efficiency, safety, and user-friendliness. The implementation of sun tracking technology and vacuum insulation significantly improves cooking performance, making it a sustainable and practical solution for preparing meals using renewable solar energy.

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