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| ■ In and Around the Solar Ark |
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LED Lighting System ] |
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LEDs
are used for the SANYO and SOLAR ARK signs, and
for the illumination system.
・ SANYO logo
3.5 m tall (the letter N: 5.34 m) and 16.5 m wide
39,000 red LEDs used
・SOLAR ARK sign
2.4 m tall and 11.7 m wide
17,000 white LEDs used
・Presentation System
412 lighting units are mounted between the solar
modules. Each unit measures 120 mm in diameter and
consists of 51 red, green and blue LEDs. The entire
system is computer-controlled to create a variety
of images and characters.
Unique and subtle color gradations, pictures, and
characters are displayed to create seasonal presentations.
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・The Solar Ark sports
over 77,200 LED light panels. While an LED light
panel has a lower maximum luminance than a neon
sign, it is capable of producing much more detailed
images. It is because of that advantage that LEDs
are used on many fashionable buildings in Ginza
(Tokyo) and Shinsaibashi (Osaka). Another advantage
of LEDs is their low power consumption. Using just
a seventh of the power of a neon light, an LED offers
economic efficiency and environmental conservation. |
| [ Water Design ] |
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Solar Ark is surrounded by a water garden, including
impressive fountains and two ponds, each with a
cascade. When the wind blows, the reflections from
the illuminated Solar Ark dance on the waters, creating
a spectacular light show.
・ Cascades (2)
2.35 m high and 40 m wide each (east and west).
Maximum water flow: 9.2 m3/min.
・ Fountains
Up to 5 m high
・ Ponds (2)
780 m2 and 5-10 cm deep each (east and west).
Hold 130 tons of water, which also serves as a fire
hydrant reserve.
・Aqua Clean System
The water is kept clean with the SANYO Aqua Clean
system, a SANYO invention that is used in SANYO
detergent-free washing machines. The system electrolyzes
the water to produce hypochlorous acid which cleans
the water constantly in addition to preventing the
growth of Legionella bacteria, a major cause of
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・The Aqua Clean system
uses no eye- or skin-damaging chlorine. This makes
it ideal for use as a water purification system
for pools and hot spas. |
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| [ SANYO Solight System ] |
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rest rooms are located in the windowless space under
the west cascade, which is lit by the Solights installed
in the pool above. |
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・Solight is a unique
lighting apparatus equipped with a compact motor
driven by a small solar cell. It automatically changes
its direction as the sun moves, in order to receive
the optimum sunlight, which is then used as a natural
light source. |
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| [ Solar Wing ] |
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made of solar batteries spread out before you at
the entrance to the Solar Ark. The wings consist
of HIT solar cells which generate electric power
on both the top side and underside of the cells,
and which are sandwiched between tempered glass
plates. These cells generate electricity while also
functioning as awnings that allow sunlight to filter
through and create a pleasant dappled effect. |
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| [ Main Approach ] |
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| Located in the center of the Solar Ark, the approach area functions as a space for outdoor events such as scientific demonstrations and mini-solar-car racing, among other activities. |
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| [ Ark Halls ] |
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you can see eye-pleasing materials being used to
create a space with a light motif. These halls can
be used for group visits, small- to mid-sized conferences
and other events. Meetings for the Gifu Global Environment
Program are also held here. This program is hosted
by the NPO Nature Science Club, a joint venture
of Gifu prefecture and the local communities. |
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