"SOLARIS operates as a fully solar-powered system. Its defining feature is a set of retractable circular photovoltaic wings that unfold to collect sunlight and supply energy to an integrated lithium storage unit. When parked, the motorcycle functions as its own charging station; in use, it runs as an electric vehicle powered exclusively by solar intake. The concept establishes a transportation model based on energy independence and site-free operation."
"The design incorporates a biomimetic formal language inspired by the movement and structural proportions of a leopard. This reference informs the elongated front geometry, the structural frame, and the aerodynamic stance of the motorcycle. The formal decisions support balance, performance, and airflow while shaping the vehicle's visual identity. MASK Architects Breaks the Global Mobility Business Model Mechanically, SOLARIS includes a high-torque electric motor, a regenerative braking system that recovers kinetic energy, and a lightweight aluminum-carbon composite chassis engineered for rigidity and reduced weight."
SOLARIS is a fully solar-powered motorcycle with retractable circular photovoltaic wings that unfold to collect sunlight and supply energy to an integrated lithium storage unit. When parked it functions as its own charging station and when in use it operates exclusively on solar-generated electricity. A biomimetic formal language inspired by a leopard informs elongated front geometry, structural frame, and aerodynamic stance to support balance, performance, and airflow. Mechanical systems include a high-torque electric motor, regenerative braking, and a lightweight aluminum-carbon composite chassis. An intelligent energy-management system monitors collection, storage, and distribution in real time with digital cockpit and optional app connectivity. The configuration targets remote regions and contexts lacking fuel or charging infrastructure.
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