Cleaning Method | Large solar farms, residential rooftops | Industry: Water-only (ISO 1234 compliant) Base: Dual (Water & Dry) ▲ Advanced: Solar-tracking + Dry/Water (▲ 20% faster) | Base: Versatile for mixed environments; Advanced: Optimizes energy use. | Industry: Limited to water-accessible areas; Advanced: Requires tech setup. |
Brush Material | Industrial panels with tough coatings | Industry: Steel brushes (ASTM A36) Base: Nylon (ASTM D792, 10k cycles) Advanced: Reinforced nylon (▲ 20% lifespan) | Base: Prevents panel scratches; Advanced: Longer durability. | Industry: Risk of panel damage; Advanced: Higher cost. |
Noise Level | Residential areas, hospitals | Industry: 55 dBA (louder than lawnmower) Base: 43 dBA (▲ Quieter than fridge) Advanced: 38 dBA (whisper-quiet) | Base: Meets urban noise laws; Advanced: Ideal for proximity to living spaces. | Industry: Disrupts neighbors; Base/Advanced: Requires battery for silent ops. |
Automation Level | Large-scale installations | Industry: Semi-autonomous (manual setup) Base: Fully autonomous (GPS-guided) Advanced: AI path optimization (▲ 20% speed) | Base: Reduces labor costs; Advanced: Maximizes efficiency. | Industry: Time-consuming setup; Advanced: Needs skilled operators. |
Water Usage Efficiency | Arid regions, water-restricted zones | Industry: 5 L/panel (ISO 14046) Base: 3 L/panel (▲ 40% saving) Advanced: 2 L/panel (▲ 60% saving) | Base: Conserves water; Advanced: Ideal for drought-prone areas. | Industry: High water waste; Advanced: May need desalination. |
Maintenance Requirements | Remote locations, low-labor sites | Industry: 8 hrs/month (ISO 1219) Base: 4 hrs/month (▲ 50% reduction) Advanced: 2 hrs/month (▲ 75% reduction) | Base: Minimizes downtime; Advanced: Reduces labor dependency. | Industry: Frequent interruptions; Advanced: Requires specialized tools. |