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Designing SvetGrid: An Interactive 3D Solar Energy Learning Platform

1 week ago Posted by Mike Technology, Work

As a UX and Product Designer focused on interactive media, visualization, and emerging technology, I created SvetGrid to help simplify the process of understanding solar energy systems through real time interaction and 3D visualization. SvetGrid is a free web based tool that allows users to experiment with solar panel systems before investing in real equipment. The platform was designed to make complex solar concepts easier to understand for homeowners, students, hobbyists, and professionals by transforming technical calculations into an interactive visual experience that feels approachable and intuitive.

SvetGrid Solar Array Calculator and Simulation Tool

The tool allows users to configure solar panels, battery systems, inverters, wiring setups, geographic locations, and panel orientation to better understand how these decisions impact total energy production and overall efficiency. Users can also individually adjust the angle and positioning of specific solar panels or entire arrays to see how changes in tilt, orientation, time of day, sun position, and geographic location affect overall wattage output and system performance in real time.

Instead of relying only on spreadsheets or static calculators, SvetGrid uses interactive 3D space to help users visualize how solar systems behave in real world scenarios. The project is designed to help users better understand how environmental conditions and system configuration choices directly influence solar energy generation and efficiency before spending money on equipment or installation.

One of the primary goals of the project is to help users make smarter decisions by giving them a clearer understanding of how different variables affect solar performance. The experience also explores how spatial design and interactive environments can improve education by making technical concepts easier to understand through direct interaction and visual feedback.

From a product design perspective, SvetGrid demonstrates my work in UX design, real time data visualization, interactive educational tools, responsive web experiences, and 3D interface design. The project reflects my interest in building software experiences that combine usability, visual clarity, and emerging technology to solve complex problems in a more engaging and accessible way.

The project is free to use and available at SvetGrid.com.

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Mike has over 20+ years of creative and technical design and development experience. His education includes a Bachelors and Masters degree in Computer Animation. He's worked in the automotive, design, education, electronics, software, and user experience industries across the globe. The companies he's worked with include, Alpine Electronics, Ford, Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, and more.

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Mike Rosik

I bring over 20 years of experience in creative and technical design and development, with a specialization in user experience and design prototyping. I hold a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in Computer Animation and have worked across diverse industries, including automotive, education, software, visual effects, and startups.  I’m also an FAA licensed drone pilot based in Oxford, Michigan.

In recent years, I have actively leveraged emerging technologies like AI, vibe coding, and APIs to enhance my prototypes and projects. My expertise spans app and web-based user interfaces, AR/VR/XR, improving user experiences, microcontrollers, Node.js cloud servers, AWS cloud integration, and innovative storytelling methodologies. Additionally, I have explored physical prototyping tools, such as using cardboard for occlusion surfaces, to improve augmented and virtual reality experiences and spark creative solutions. I am particularly passionate about photogrammetry and 3D model generation, utilizing advanced techniques like Neural Radiance Fields (NeRF) and Gaussian splatting to create high-quality, immersive assets from photos and videos.

Collaboration and user-centered design are at the core of my process. I engage with stakeholders and end users to fully understand their goals and challenges, transforming their feedback into personas, journey maps, and user flows that outline an optimal path to success. By focusing on the user, I not only create intuitive and impactful experiences but also uncover overlooked opportunities for improvement, ensuring the final design delivers maximum value.

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