A

MINI PROJECT REPORT

ON
SOLAR ELECTRIC TIFFIN

(Submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for MBA)

Submitted TO SUBMITTED BY

DR. TANYA CHAUHAN KSHITIZ TALIYAN

(ASSISTANT PROFESSOR)

GALGOTIAS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY

GREATERNOIDA(UP)

DR.A.P.J ABDUL KALAM TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY,LUCKNOW

 CERTIFICATE

This is to certify that KSHITIZ TALAIYAN, University roll no

is a regular students of MBA 1 YEAR , Full time degree course at out
institute .His/Her project report work titled. SOLAR ELECTRIC TIFFIN
submitted as part of the curriculum for the award of the degree of MASTER OF
BUSINESS ADMINSTRATION from DR.A.P.J ABDUL KALAM
TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY , LUCKNOW , is an original work done by his.
this work has not been submitted earlier in any from partially or fully to this or
any other Institute/University for any degree or diploma.

SUPRVISOR DIRECTOR
 DECLARATION

The project report on SOLAR ELECTIC TIFFIN. Has been undertaken as a partial fulfillment of
the requirement for the award of the degree of MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINSTRATION of
DR.A.P.J. ABDUL KALAM TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY, LUCKNOW.I hereby declare that
this project has not been submitted by the any student earlier to any other institution/university.

KSHITIZ TALIYAN
 PREFACE

This project is the outcome of sincere efforts ,hard work and constant guidence of not only me but a
number of individual . first and foremost, I would like to thank GCET, GREATER NOIDA for giving
me the platform to work with such a prestigious company in the financial sector. I am thankful to my
faculty guide DR. TANYA CHAUHAN.for providing me help and support throughout the project
report period.
Last but not least I would like to thank all my faculty members, friends and family members who have
helped me directly or indirectly in the completion of the project

KSHITIZ TALIYAN
 INDEX

1. Introduction:
Overview of the project and its objectives
Significance and relevance of developing an innovative idea for a product or service

2. Methodology:
Description of the research methodology adopted for the project
Explanation of data collection methods (e.g., surveys, interviews, observations)
Justification for the chosen methodology and its suitability for the project

3. Innovative Idea:
Detailed description of the innovative idea for the product or service
Explanation of how the idea is unique and different from existing solutions
Discussion on the potential benefits and impact of implementing the idea

4. Feasibility Study:
Assessment of the feasibility of the innovative idea
Analysis of market potential and demand for the product or service
Evaluation of technical and financial feasibility

5. Implementation Plan:
Development of a detailed plan for implementing the innovative idea
Description of the necessary resources, timeline, and activities
Consideration of potential risks and mitigation measures

6. Evaluation and Testing:

Description of the evaluation criteria and methods for testing the innovative idea

7. Conclusion:
Summary of the project findings and recommendations
Reflection on the importance and relevance of the innovative idea
Identification of any limitations or areas for further research

8. References:
List of all sources cited in the report

9. Appendices:
Supplementary materials such as survey questionnaires, interview transcripts, or financial
projections
 INTRODUCTION

Solar is very good source of energy. By using solar panels, we can save electricity. It is used for
many purposes just to save energy. Solar panels are those devices which are used to absorb the
sun's rays and convert them into electricity or heat, basically it is a good source of energy saving.

Solar tiffin box is smart solar panel enabled box, charged from sun rays. This is a tiffin box in
which mini solar panel is embedded in it. It allows you to heat your food just by switching on a
button. Heating your food as per your convenience and automatically turns off. This solar tiffin is
made from stainless steel, which keeps your food warm. The outer material used is plastic. It just
takes 10 to 12 minutes to warm your food properly. There is also an alternate option available for
charging this tiffin box; you can also charge it from electric switch, as electric cord is also
available as an alternate option in case of unwanted weather condition (rainy, cloudy, foggy,
etc.). A battery is fixed in this, which can be charged from solar energy and store that energy for
heating your food. The basic purpose for make this solar tiffin box is reducing the usage of
electricity and saving power. This tiffin box is basically made for the school going students and
office person, who have very busy life schedule and unable to enjoy hot serving food. This tiffin
box is easy to carry at all places (school, office, for travelling purpose, etc.), it is very obvious
that hot serve food are more delicious and healthy so from this, we can enjoy hot serve food at
any place.

It pertains to an insulated lunch box that is able to maintain different items such as food and
drink at different temperatures. It is able to maintain its contents hot. The lunch box is intended
for use when traveling in a vehicle such as an automobile, truck or RV, school going purpose,
offices and colleges.
 SCOPE OF INNOVATION

As solar products are very trending, futuristic and natural conserving source of
producing electricity without any problem. It doesn't harm our environment. It is a
good source of energy and also a cost saving work. We can charge it from natural
source (sun) rather than charging it by using electricity, so basically it is a cost
saving product, which have a great scope in future. As we all know that usage of
electricity is increasing day by day and in future there will be shortage of
electricity, so for conserving electricity we can reduce the use and will have to
increase the usage of natural source of producing electricity. Not only this solar
tiffin box but also many solar products (solar cooker, solar emulsion rode, solar
inverter, etc.) are already available in market which are made just for saving power
and will have very good scope in future. This innovation will also be used on that
place where, there is shortage of electricity and we can say that the place where,
there is lot of power cut. In future if there will be shortage of energy then price of
electricity bills are also increased and for reducing the usage, we can use this for
saving power and money as well.

Solar tiffin Box Market By Technology, Product Type (Plastic, thermos-steel,

Glass), Application (Food, Drink, Vegetables, Others), End-User (Household,
Commercial), Distribution Channel (Online, Offline), become industry trend in
future because it is totally new and innovative product.

Solar tiffin box market is expected to grow at a growth rate of 8.1% in the forecast
period 2020 to 2027. Introduction of solar lunch box that consume no electricity
and increasing willingness to spend of the people are the factors which are
impacting the solar lunch box market in the forecast period of 2020 to 2027.
 PRODUCT DISCRIPTION

Solar Electric Tiffin Box, hotline ideal usage is to serve your meal hot and fresh
anywhere and anytime. It comes with solar charging with an alternate option of
plug-n heat feature which allows you to plug at your desk or wherever you are to
give you hot food in just 10-12 minutes. It has a 15-minute auto cut-off feature.
When using solar energy as the energy source it works on DC and alternately it
also works on AC - volts: 220-240, heater load - 100 watts. It contains a small
battery which can be charged with both the sources i.e. solar light and household
electricity in case of unwanted weather condition and no electricity present. This
lunch box is made of stainless thermo steel and outer covering is made of virgin
plastic which is BPA (bisphenol A- It’s Polycarbonate plastics are often used in
containers that store food and beverages, such as water bottles) free that keeps your
food safe. Lunch box come with an solar panel on the top of the tiffin box to heat
up its content and also an electric power cord which can be plugged in to heat up
its contents in case of bad weather conditions. There are three stainless steel
containers inside the lunch box, so you can carry various food items in one
container. All you need to do is to put the tiffin in presence of sunlight for charging
it and just turn on the switch 10-12 minutes before you want your food and your
food will be ready to eat in 10-12 minutes. Also you can plug in the cord for
charging it (basically it’s an alternate option for charging) and at the time you want
your food to be ready, you just need to turn on the switch and your food will be
ready to eat in 10-12 minutes. There are three stainless steel containers. Perfect in
size will not take much of your space. All the three containers are leak proof and
air tight so, no food will be spills.
Solar Panel consists layers which are as follows: -

1. Aluminium Frame:
Solar panel frame is made up of aluminum as they provide the structural
stability for the overall combination of glass, EVA encapsulant, the cell and
the back sheet. Aluminium is Light weight, high strength, proper corrosion
properties, high surface reflectivity, excellent electrical and thermal
conductivities, as well as special optic properties of its anodic coating are
such as interesting properties of aluminium that make it inseparable part
of solar power systems.

2. Tempered Glass:
Solar panel glass is one of the important barriers which protect solar
photovoltaic cells against damaging external factors, such as water, vapor,
and dirt. The solar panel glass also offers low reflection, high
transmissivity, and high strength. Secondly, tempered glass is considered
safety glass. In case it breaks, it will shatter in thousands of small pieces,
that won't be harmful. Both the strength and safety is important for the
installation of solar panels.

3. Encapsulant-EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate):

EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) is an encapsulant for solar Cells/ Modules.
Encapsulant sheets play an important role in preventing water and dirt from
infiltrating into solar modules as well as protecting the cell by softening the
shocks and vibrations to the cell.

4. Solar Cells:
Solar cells, sometimes called photovoltaic cells, convert energy from the
sun directly into electricity. Solar cells produce renewable energy, and are
durable, portable and low-maintenance.
5. Aluminium Frame:
Solar panel frame is made up of aluminum as they provide the structural
stability for the overall combination of glass, EVA encapsulant, the cell and
the back sheet. Aluminium is Light weight, high strength, proper corrosion
properties, high surface reflectivity, excellent electrical and thermal
conductivities, as well as special optic properties of its anodic coating are
such as interesting properties of aluminium that make it inseparable part
of solar power systems.

6. Tempered Glass:
Solar panel glass is one of the important barriers which protect solar
photovoltaic cells against damaging external factors, such as water, vapor,
and dirt. The solar panel glass also offers low reflection, high
transmissivity, and high strength. Secondly, tempered glass is considered
safety glass. In case it breaks, it will shatter in thousands of small pieces,
that won't be harmful. Both the strength and safety is important for the
installation of solar panels.

7. Encapsulant-EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate):

EVA (Ethylene Vinyl Acetate) is an encapsulant for solar Cells/ Modules.
Encapsulant sheets play an important role in preventing water and dirt from
infiltrating into solar modules as well as protecting the cell by softening the
shocks and vibrations to the cell.

8. Solar Cells:
Solar cells, sometimes called photovoltaic cells, convert energy from the
sun directly into electricity. Solar cells produce renewable energy, and are
durable, portable and low-maintenance.

9. Back Sheet:
 Back sheet means a sheet on the back side of a Photovoltaic Module (i.e.,
the side that does not face a light source), that may include one or more
films or layers, Back sheets play a significant role in protecting PV
modules and delivering needed module lifetime. They protect the solar
panels against environmental damage and ensure that panels remain
electrically insulated.

10. Junction Box:

A solar panel's junction box is attached to the back of the solar panel. It
wires the connectors together and is the output interface of the solar panel.
A good junction box keeps corrosion at the terminals to a minimum, as it
will exclude water coming in. The junction box is often an overlooked piece
of the solar panel. The PV junction box has a simple, but important role:
housing all the electric bits on a solar panel and protecting them from the
environment. Wires connect to diodes inside, providing an easy way to
link panels together.
Model of solar tiffin box- Model-1

FIG. 1 SOLAR TIFFIN BOX WITH MOBILE CHARGER

 This is the figure of lunch box which also helps in charging

mobile

BENEFITS OF SOLAR TIFFIN BOX

Undoubtedly, the sun is a powerful energy source, and even though we are not able but
to collect a fraction of this energy, solar energy has now proved to be extremely
beneficial - not only for the environment but also for the private economy. Thanks to
available solar panel grants, as well as, the increasingly competitive prices in the
market, solar energy has become the main source of energy for more and more
families. The technology has been drastically improved the last years and has been
complemented by solar battery storage systems, turning solar into a significantly more
efficient source of clean energy. Nowadays or in future, solar products will be widely
made and used for conserving electricity, because it is the natural source of producing
electricity.
 INNOVATIVE IDEA

1. Sustainability -The solar tiffin promotes sustainability by utilizing renewable energy to maintain
food temperature.

2. User-Friendly Design -It features a user-friendly design, making it convenient for individuals
from all walks of life.

3. Technological Advancement-Embracing the latest technological advancements to address

modern needs for sustainable food storage
Innovative Idea

4. User-Centric Design-The solar lunch box is designed with a focus on portability, user
convenience, and easy cleaning, making it suitable for various lifestyles.

5. Heat Retention Technology-Utilizing advanced insulation materials and solar panels to retain
and distribute heat evenly across the container.

6. Sustainability Features-Incorporating eco-friendly materials and a rechargeable battery for

extended use, aligning with sustainable living practices.

BENEFITS OF SOLAR TIFFIN BOX

Undoubtedly, the sun is a powerful energy source, and even though we are not able but
to collect a fraction of this energy, solar energy has now proved to be extremely
beneficial - not only for the environment but also for the private economy. Thanks to
available solar panel grants, as well as, the increasingly competitive prices in the
market, solar energy has become the main source of energy for more and more
families. The technology has been drastically improved the last years and has been
complemented by solar battery storage systems, turning solar into a significantly more
efficient source of clean energy. Nowadays or in future, solar products will be widely
made and used for conserving electricity, because it is the natural source of producing
electricity.
 .
Feasibility

As the name implies, a feasibility analysis is used to determine the viability of an idea,
such as ensuring a project is legally and technically feasible as well as economically
justifiable. It tells us whether a project is worth the investment in some cases, a project
may not be doable. There can be many reasons for this, including requiring too many
resources, which not only prevents those resources from performing other tasks but
also may cost more than an organization would earn back by taking on a project that
isn’t profitable.

A well-designed study should offer a historical background of the business or project,

such as a description of the product or service, accounting statements, details of
operations and management, marketing research and policies, financial data, legal
requirements, and tax obligations. Generally, such studies precede technical
development and project implementation.

UNIQUE SELLING POINT OF SOLAR TIFFIN BOX

1. Unique Features –
The most highlighted feature is solar itself, because solar tiffin box is the first
-ever-Solar tiffin box. It is a good source of conservation of energy and
nature friendly.

2. Long lasting-
This solar tiffin box is long lasting with their Features. The mini solar panel
embedded in this box is of high quality and work perfectly for 5-6 years and
you can also change it after it stop working.

3. A complimentary add-on -
A complimentary waterproof bag is the add-on product includes with this
solar tiffin box, which prevents your tiffin from water or rain.

4. Fast charging mode–

One of the most powerful feature is that, this tiffin box can be charged easily
within 3 hours and used for 2-3 days.
 Financial feasibility

A financial feasibility study projects how much start-up capital is needed, sources of
capital, returns on investment, and other financial considerations. It looks at how much
cash is required, where it will come from, and how it will be spent.

Electrical parameter-

Power (watts) 5.40 Watt

Voltage (VOC) 0.680 Volt
Short circuit current (ISC) 9.88 Amps
The voltage at max. power 0.58 Volt
Current at max. power 9.3amps

costing of products required-

Product Price
Solar panel cost
In retail Rs.80
In wholesale Rs.50 or less
Box and tiffin cost with electric Rs.200-250
heating and cord

Basically the financial feasibility of this solar tiffin box is not much high, which
are discussed as below-

Capital required for 1 tiffin box- Rs.400 (approx.)

Wholesale price- Rs.700 (approx.)

Retailer price- Rs.850 (approx.)

MRP (costumer price)of the product -Rs.1000-1200 (approx.)

 MARKET FEASIBILITY
Twitter, YouTube and LinkedIn hold the top spots for future plans: A significant
66% of marketers plan on increasing their use of these social networks.

• Marketers want to learn most about Facebook: While 93% of marketers are using
Facebook, 68% want to learn more about it and 62% plan on increasing Facebook
activities.

• Video becoming important: A significant 57% of marketers use video in their

marketing; however, 72% want to learn more about video marketing and plan on
increasing their use of video.

• Podcasting on growth trajectory: Only 10% of marketers are involved with

podcasting, yet 26% plan on increasing their podcasting activities and 43% of
marketers want to learn more about podcasting.

• Facebook and LinkedIn are the two most important social networks for
marketers. When allowed to only select one platform, 52% of marketers selected
Facebook, followed by LinkedIn at 21%.

• Most marketers aren't sure their Facebook marketing is effective: Only 45% of
marketers think that their Facebook efforts are effective.

• Tactics and engagement are top areas marketers want to master: At least 91% of
marketers want to know the most effective social tactics and the best ways to
engage their audience with social.
 IMPLEMENTATION PLAN

In Implementation Plan we see that in the implementation plan of our product solar
tiffin box with mobile charger firstly in our product their will be Design Phase which is
described as creating detailed blueprints and 3D models for the solar tiffin's structure
and components. After this we will see a Product Engineering which is referred as
utilizing cutting-edge engineering techniques to develop a functional and efficient solar
tiffin prototype. In the another step of product implementation plan we will see a
Quality Assurance this is referred as Implementing rigorous testing and quality checks
to ensure the solar tiffin meets industry standards

In implementation plan further stage will include the following –

Design & Prototyping -Developing initial prototypes and refining the solar lunch box
design based on user feedback and engineering assessments.

Manufacturing Strategy - Establishing partnerships with sustainable manufacturing

facilities to ensure high- quality and eco-friendly production processes.

Quality Assurance - Implementing rigorous quality control measures to guarantee the

performance and durability of each solar lunch box.
 EVALUATION AND TESTING

In the Evaluation and Testing stage of our product will go through includes the steps

Performance Assessment Conducting extensive tests to evaluate the solar tiffin's

heating efficiency and practicality for daily use.

User Feedback - Soliciting feedback from potential users to understand their

experience and suggestions for improvement.

Solar Panel Optimization - Refining the integration of solar panels to enhance energy
absorption and retention capabilities. Evaluation and Testing

Preliminary Testing - Conducting initial performance evaluations to validate heat

retention and portability in real-life scenarios.
Performance Optimization - Iterative improvements based on testing results and user
input to enhance the solar lunch box's functionality.
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CONCLUSION

This project is about a product named as, solar tiffin box, and hotline ideal usage is
to serve your meal hot and fresh anywhere and anytime. It is charged from a
natural source of energy i.e. sun and then consume this energy for heat your food .
A small Solar panel is embedded on the top of the box and we can charge this box
with the help of that solar panel. A battery is also fixed to store energy so that you
can warm your food as per your convenience time and enjoy healthy n hot food at
any time and any place. This battery is charged from both the sources i.e. from
solar light and household electricity in case of unwanted weather condition. All
you need to do is to put the tiffin in presence of sunlight for charging it and just
turn on the switch 10-12 minutes before you want your food to be ready to eat.
This product is totally feasible and easy to manufacture and very affordable for
middle class as compared to the other electric tiffin box available in the market.
This is basically made for the purpose of saving electricity and reduces the
electricity bills.

RECOMMANDATION
From this report it can be concluded that Solar Electric TIFFIN BOX presence is
inevitable in the coming years. Not only that Solar Electric TIFFIN BOX is useful as a
marketing tool, it has become the order of the day to be present in social media.
Therefore, this report recommends all kind of businesses- small scale, large scale,
business to business clients, business to consumer clients, manufacturing industries
and so on to be actively present in the social media. An important fact to be kept in
mind in this context is that most social networking sites have a cyclic growth. It starts
from minimum, attains a maximum and goes down to a minimum again. Thus, this is
the perfect time to invest time and resource in popular Solar Electric TIFFIN BOX
sites such as Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
LIMITATIONS
Solar Electric TIFFIN BOX is a word that is being widely misrepresented a lot these
days, but it is seldom understood by all! Solar Electric TIFFIN BOX is trending to be a
point of communication for like-minded persons who share, create or exchange
information or ideas online. However, is it safe to be a part of social media? That’s the
big question here!
The huge disadvantage of social networking is that it reduces or excludes face-to- face
socialization.
 REFERENCE

References are taken from-

 https://www.databridgemarketresearch.com/toc/?dbmr=global-electric-lunch-box-market
 https://images.app.goo.gl/MWu4nUCdnPg8g1xq5
 https://www.optimizely.com/optimization-glossary/unique-selling-point/ -
:~:text=A%20unique%20selling%20point%20
 Statistical data -https://images.app.goo.gl/qUFFPTkH9v2rKCJ69