Rotatable Panels on an Exterior of a Structure that Directs Solar Energy within the Structure
a technology of solar energy and solar panels, applied in photovoltaic supports, sustainable buildings, light and heating equipment, etc., can solve problems such as rotation about the axis of rotation, and achieve the effect of enhancing reflectivity
Inactive Publication Date: 2012-03-22
HALL DAVID R MR
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[0006]In one aspect of the present invention, a structure comprises a plurality of reflective panels secured to the structure. Each panel has an axis of rotation, and a processing element controls an orientation of each reflective panel about its axis of rotation to direct solar energy within the structure. The panels may be controlled individually or in groups. In some embodiments, all of the panels are controlled as a single group.
[0007]Solar energy applications within the structure may comprise solar energy heated working fluids; agricultural operations such as a greenhouse, algae farm, or fish hatchery; or may comprise photovoltaic cells for direct electricity generation. The reflective panels may comprise reflective surfaces that are parabolic, curved, planer or combinations thereof. The reflective panels may be secured to an exterior portion of the building, such as a roof or wall. In some cases, the panels are secured below a transparent roof or inside a window of the structure.
[0008]A processing element that controls the orientation of the panels may comprise an electrical microprocessor. The microprocessor may be in communication with several electrical sensors, such as one or more photo-sensitive electrical elements such as photoresistors, and one or more temperature sensitive electrical elements such as thermocouples or thermistors. The electrical microprocessor may be in communication with electrical se
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The servo motors, linear actuators, or solenoids may be in mechanical communication with the reflective panels, and may cause rotation about the axis of rotation.
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[0029]Referring now to the figures, FIG. 1 discloses an embodiment of a structure 100. The structure 100 may comprise residential living space, commercial, agricultural, or industrial operations, and / or combinations thereof. Any number of solar applications may be within the structure. In this embodiment, an agricultural operation is disclosed. Other solar applications may include heating fluids to store thermal energy or photovoltaic applications.
[0030]A plurality of reflective panels 101 is secured to the structure. These panels may direct solar energy to any of the solar application within the structure. In some embodiments, the panels may be disposed on an exterior portion 102 of the structure 100. In the embodiment of FIG. 1, the panels are secured to the structure beneath the roof. The roof may be transparent allowing all or some light to pass through. A transparent roof with the panels disposed underneath allows the roof to block rain and snow from entering the structure whil...
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In one aspect of the present invention, a structure comprises a plurality of reflective panels secured to the structure. Each reflective panel has an axis of rotation. A processing element controls an orientation of each reflective panel about its axis of rotation to direct solar energy within the structure.
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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0001]This invention relates to methods of utilizing solar energy. Solar energy can provide energy for many different residential, commercial, and industrial applications, without the use of fossil fuels and the associated economic and environmental disadvantages. Solar energy installations typically require a large area to collect and focus solar energy on a certain solar application. Some solar energy applications may be constrained by the area available for energy collection.[0002]Efforts to increase the economic and spatial efficiency of solar energy collection are disclosed in the prior art. U.S. Pat. No. 7,531,740 which is herein incorporated by reference for all that it contains, discloses a photovoltaic module generates electrical power when installed on a roof. The module is constructed as a laminated sandwich having a transparent protective upper layer adhered to a photovoltaic layer. The photovoltaic layer is adhered to a rigid layer formed from...
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CPCF24J2/0007F24J2/1047F24J2/541F24J2002/108H02S20/00Y02B10/20Y02E10/40Y02E10/50Y02B10/12F24S23/80F24S20/61F24S30/425F24S2023/872Y02B10/10A01G9/243Y02E10/44
Inventor HALL, DAVID R.BOSWELL, CRAIGGARDNER, ERICALLRED, DAVID
Owner HALL DAVID R MR