Unlock instant, AI-driven research and patent intelligence for your innovation.

Structural attachment of solar modules to frames by glazing

A solar module and frame technology, which is applied to the support structure of photovoltaic modules, the fixed base/support of solar collectors, and solar thermal energy, etc., can solve the problem of not allowing the installation of modules without trimming.

Inactive Publication Date: 2009-12-09
DOW CORNING CORP
View PDF5 Cites 0 Cited by
  • Summary
  • Abstract
  • Description
  • Claims
  • Application Information

AI Technical Summary

Problems solved by technology

Furthermore, these framing systems do not allow the installation of modules without trimming

Method used

the structure of the environmentally friendly knitted fabric provided by the present invention; figure 2 Flow chart of the yarn wrapping machine for environmentally friendly knitted fabrics and storage devices; image 3 Is the parameter map of the yarn covering machine
View more

Image

Smart Image Click on the blue labels to locate them in the text.
Viewing Examples
Smart Image
  • Structural attachment of solar modules to frames by glazing
  • Structural attachment of solar modules to frames by glazing
  • Structural attachment of solar modules to frames by glazing

Examples

Experimental program
Comparison scheme
Effect test

Embodiment Construction

[0028] In various embodiments, similar reference numerals are used herein to refer to similar components. figure 1 An exploded perspective view of one embodiment of the invention is shown. figure 2 show figure 1 An exploded cross-sectional view of the embodiment shown. exist figure 1 and figure 2 A solar module assembly 10 is shown in . The solar module assembly 10 includes a solar module 12 . The solar installation 10 further includes a frame 14 . The frame 14 includes a support surface 16 for supporting the solar module 12 . Solar installation 10 further includes a structural sealant 18 positioned between solar module 12 and frame 14 to structurally secure solar module 12 to frame 14 .

[0029] Solar or photovoltaic cells are typically electrically connected, packaged and mounted in a frame to form a module. Solar modules usually have a glass pane (pane) on which the solar cells are mounted, on the side exposed to the sun. A protective resin barrier is placed behi...

the structure of the environmentally friendly knitted fabric provided by the present invention; figure 2 Flow chart of the yarn wrapping machine for environmentally friendly knitted fabrics and storage devices; image 3 Is the parameter map of the yarn covering machine
Login to View More

PUM

No PUM Login to View More

Abstract

A solar module and method of making same is provided. The assembly includes a solar module. A frame having a support surface for supporting the solar module is provided. A structural sealant is disposed between the solar module and the frame for structurally securing the solar module to the frame. The structural sealant comprises a silicone-containing structural adhesive, a structural adhesive tape, or a hot melt sealant. The frame comprises a metal, plastic, composite material or combinations thereof. The frame is preassembled to form a integral frame before the solar module is attached. The frame may include an opening for accommodating electrical components.

Description

[0001] Cross References to Related Applications [0002] This application claims priority to US Provisional Application No. 60 / 877,306, filed December 27, 2006, which is expressly incorporated herein by reference in its entirety. technical field [0003] The invention relates to a solar module assembly and a method of manufacturing the solar module assembly. More specifically, the present invention relates to the use of structural sealants to secure solar modules to frames. Background technique [0004] Currently, frames for solar panels or solar modules typically include extrusions of four-piece pre-cut aluminum frames that form a mechanical restraint on the glass laminate. These extrusion protrusions typically include c-shaped channels for mechanical restraint of the solar panel. Then, at the c-shaped channel, four frame blocks are pressed against the solar panel, and the frame corners are attached with screws or corner bolts. Shock absorbing material is usually placed ...

Claims

the structure of the environmentally friendly knitted fabric provided by the present invention; figure 2 Flow chart of the yarn wrapping machine for environmentally friendly knitted fabrics and storage devices; image 3 Is the parameter map of the yarn covering machine
Login to View More

Application Information

Patent Timeline
no application Login to View More
Patent Type & Authority Applications(China)
IPC IPC(8): E04D13/18
CPCH01L31/0422F24J2002/4676Y02E10/50F24J2/5211F24J2002/4692H01L31/048Y02E10/47F24J2/5228H02S30/10F24S2080/015F24S2025/601F24S25/20F24S25/40H02S20/23
Inventor 斯蒂芬·M·詹金斯
Owner DOW CORNING CORP