a foldable deployable panel device attached to a body of an object is disclosed . the device includes a panel pivotally attached to the body by a first pivot element at first pivot position and a second pivot element at a second pivot position . the first pivot element is disengageable from the first pivot position , when the panel is aligned in a predetermined orientation . the second pivot element is fixed at the second pivot position , when the first pivot element is engaged at the first pivot position . the panel is urged by an energy storing element , when the first pivot element is disengaged from the first pivot position , to move into the deployed position .