Sunflower Inspired Solar Tree Design for Urban Energy Optimization in Space-Constrained Environments: A Case Study from Sudan

Asmaa Ammar Hamid Suliman

Abstract: Solar radiation is one of the most important alternative energy sources, that can be used in the form of electric power with the help of photovoltaic modules placed under the sun. Sudan is a country with very limited natural resources and the energy costs are high, Solar energy offers a promising solution that could solve many of the country?s problems if well utilized especially since the majority of days in Sudan are sunny. Optimal conversion of the energy from the solar modules can be achieved through the use of Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT), which continuously adjusts the angle of the modules to the change in the angle of solar irradiance. The solar tree is one of the best techniques for having Maximum conversion of energy in each direction, this method is very efficient in saving a land requirement in major cities in Sudan. This paper presents a sunflower-inspired solar tree designed for maximizing photovoltaic (PV) power output within constrained urban spaces, particularly in Sudan. Leveraging a multilayered radial configuration, the design optimizes solar exposure while minimizing land use. The system's performance was experimentally evaluated under varying sunlight conditions and orientations. Results indicate a 65% efficiency gain over conventional flat-panel systems within the same footprint. The findings suggest that such biomimetic solar structures offer a scalable, land-efficient solution for urban and semi-urban renewable energy deployment in developing regions.

Keywords: solar tree, photovoltaic system, sunflower design, land optimization, renewable energy, Sudan

How to Cite?: Asmaa Ammar Hamid Suliman, "Sunflower Inspired Solar Tree Design for Urban Energy Optimization in Space-Constrained Environments: A Case Study from Sudan ", Volume 14 Issue 12, December 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 454-459, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251204103241, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251204103241