Photovoltaic tile structure

Abstract

The utility model relates to a photovoltaic tile structure, the photovoltaic tile structure comprises a tile base, a wiring terminal and a photovoltaic panel, the tile base is provided with a mounting surface, the tile base comprises a first end and a second end which are oppositely arranged, the setting height of the first end is greater than that of the second end, the mounting surface is provided with a first through groove and a second through groove, and the wiring terminal is arranged in the first through groove. The first through groove and the second through groove respectively penetrate through the tile base along the direction from the first end to the second end. The portion, located between the first through groove and the second through groove, of the tile base is defined as a middle high table, the wiring terminal is installed on the middle high table and electrically connected to the photovoltaic panel, and the photovoltaic panel covers the installation face of the tile base and covers the first through groove and the second through groove. According to the photovoltaic tile structure provided by the invention, the problem that rainwater is easily accumulated between the existing photovoltaic panel and the wiring terminal, so that the wiring terminal is easily short-circuited is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of photovoltaic tile technology, and in particular to a photovoltaic tile structure. Background Technology

[0002] Photovoltaic tiles are a new type of building material that combines photovoltaic power generation technology with traditional building tiles, possessing both power generation capabilities and architectural attributes. Specifically, the photovoltaic panels and wiring terminals are integrated into the tile base. Its core principle is to convert solar energy into electrical energy through the photovoltaic panels, and then output the electrical energy through the wiring terminals.

[0003] Furthermore, to avoid obstructing the photovoltaic panels, the wiring terminals are usually located on the back of the panels, with the panels positioned above the tile base and covering the terminals. However, this arrangement allows rainwater to easily seep under the photovoltaic panels during storms and accumulate between the panels and the terminals, potentially causing short circuits and other malfunctions at the terminals. Utility Model Content

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a photovoltaic tile structure to solve the problem that rainwater easily accumulates between existing photovoltaic panels and wiring terminals, causing short circuits in the wiring terminals.

[0005] The photovoltaic tile structure provided in this application includes a tile base, wiring terminals, and a photovoltaic panel. The tile base has a mounting surface and is defined as having a first end and a second end disposed opposite to each other, with the height of the first end being greater than the height of the second end. The mounting surface has a first through groove and a second through groove, which extend through the tile base from the first end to the second end, respectively. The portion of the tile base located between the first and second through grooves is defined as a central raised platform. The wiring terminals are installed on the central raised platform and electrically connected to the photovoltaic panel. The photovoltaic panel covers the mounting surface of the tile base and covers the first and second through grooves.

[0006] In one embodiment, the tile base is a ceramic component, and the photovoltaic panel is bonded to the tile base.

[0007] In one embodiment, the side of the first through groove away from the central platform is defined as the left platform, and the side of the second through groove away from the central platform is defined as the right platform. The left platform, the central platform, and the right platform are respectively supported on the bottom of the photovoltaic panel.

[0008] In one embodiment, the left platform has a left mounting plane, the middle platform has a middle mounting plane, and the right platform has a right mounting plane. The bottom surface of the photovoltaic panel is respectively attached to the left mounting plane, the middle mounting plane, and the right mounting plane.

[0009] In one embodiment, a third through groove is provided on the side of the central platform away from the photovoltaic panel, and the third through groove passes through the tile base in a direction from the first end to the second end.

[0010] In one embodiment, the central platform is provided with a mounting hole that extends through the central platform along its thickness and connects to a third through groove. A terminal block is installed on the central platform through the mounting hole, and the wire of the terminal block extends outward through the third through groove.

[0011] In one embodiment, the photovoltaic tile base is defined to include a third end and a fourth end disposed opposite to each other. The photovoltaic tile structure also includes a partition strip that extends along the direction from the third end to the fourth end and is attached to the surface of the tile base to divide the tile base into a first region near the first end and a second region near the second end, with the mounting surface disposed in the second region.

[0012] In one embodiment, the surface height of the first region facing the photovoltaic panel is greater than the surface height of the second region facing the photovoltaic panel.

[0013] In one embodiment, the separator is a foamed component, a rubber component, a silicone component, a resin component, or a flexible plastic component.

[0014] In one embodiment, the first, third and fourth ends of the photovoltaic base are respectively provided with edge protection structures. The edge protection structures surround the periphery of the photovoltaic panel, and the edge protection structures and the outer periphery of the photovoltaic panel are spaced apart to form an assembly gap. The assembly gap is filled with structural adhesive so that the outer periphery of the photovoltaic panel is respectively sealed and bonded to the edge protection structures on different sides.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the core innovation of the photovoltaic tile structure provided in this application lies in the combination of the design of the first and second through grooves with the support structure of the central platform, which forms a water channel and isolation area under the photovoltaic panel, allowing rainwater to be discharged along the first and second through grooves. At the same time, the wiring terminals are fixed to the central platform to prevent them from contacting the accumulated water, thereby solving the problem of short circuit caused by rainwater accumulation in the wiring terminals. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the conventional technology, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the conventional technology will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a photovoltaic tile structure according to an embodiment of this application;

[0018] Figure 2 An exploded view of a photovoltaic tile structure according to an embodiment of this application.

[0019] Reference numerals: 100, tile base; 110, first end; 120, second end; 130, third end; 140, fourth end; 150, first area; 151, fixing hole; 160, second area; 161, mounting surface; 171, first through groove; 172, second through groove; 173, third through groove; 181, central platform; 1811, central mounting plane; 1812, mounting hole; 182, left platform; 1821, left mounting plane; 183, right platform; 1831, right mounting plane; 200, edge protection structure; 300, terminal block; 400, photovoltaic panel; 500, partition strip. Detailed Implementation

[0020] Photovoltaic tiles are a new type of building material that combines photovoltaic power generation technology with traditional building tiles, possessing both power generation capabilities and architectural attributes. Specifically, the photovoltaic panels and wiring terminals are integrated into the tile base. Its core principle is to convert solar energy into electrical energy through the photovoltaic panels, and then output the electrical energy through the wiring terminals.

[0021] Furthermore, to avoid obstructing the photovoltaic panels, the wiring terminals are usually located on the back of the panels, with the panels positioned above the tile base and covering the terminals. However, this arrangement allows rainwater to easily seep under the photovoltaic panels during storms and accumulate between the panels and the terminals, potentially causing short circuits and other malfunctions at the terminals.

[0022] To address the problem of rainwater accumulating between existing photovoltaic panels and wiring terminals, which can easily lead to short circuits in the wiring terminals, this application provides a photovoltaic tile structure.

[0023] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The photovoltaic tile structure includes a tile base 100, a terminal block 300, and a photovoltaic panel 400. The tile base 100 is provided with a mounting surface 161. The tile base 100 is defined as having a first end 110 and a second end 120 disposed opposite to each other. The height of the first end 110 is greater than the height of the second end 120. The mounting surface 161 is provided with a first through groove 171 and a second through groove 172. The first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172 respectively penetrate the tile base 100 along the direction from the first end 110 to the second end 120.

[0024] The portion of the tile base 100 located between the first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172 is defined as the central platform 181. The terminal block 300 is installed on the central platform 181 and electrically connected to the photovoltaic panel 400. The photovoltaic panel 400 covers the mounting surface 161 of the tile base 100 and covers the first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172.

[0025] Among them, the base 100 refers to the basic structure used to support the photovoltaic panel 400. Specifically, it can be designed with ceramic material in conjunction with the mounting surface 161, the first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172. The ceramic material has weather resistance and insulation. The mounting surface 161 is used to fix the photovoltaic panel 400, and the first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172 are used to guide rainwater out.

[0026] The mounting surface 161 refers to the area on the tile base 100 used for mounting the photovoltaic panel 400. Specifically, it can be a flat surface or a surface with a supporting structure to ensure that the photovoltaic panel 400 stably covers the first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172, preventing rainwater from directly entering the space below.

[0027] The first end 110 and the second end 120 refer to the two sides of the tile base 100. The height of the first end 110 is greater than that of the second end 120. This can be achieved by using an inclined or stepped structure to form a natural drainage slope, allowing rainwater to flow along the installation surface 161 to the second end 120.

[0028] The first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172 refer to water guiding channels that pass through both sides of the tile base 100. The first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172 are distributed on both sides of the mounting surface 161 and extend along the direction from the first end 110 to the second end 120, allowing rainwater to be quickly discharged through the first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172, avoiding accumulation under the photovoltaic panel 400.

[0029] The central elevated platform 181 refers to the support area on the tile base 100 located between the first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172. Specifically, it can be achieved by thickening or protruding the structure, and is used to install the wiring terminal 300 and provide support for the photovoltaic panel 400.

[0030] The core innovation of this application lies in the design of the first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172 combined with the support structure of the central platform 181 to form a water channel and isolation area below the photovoltaic panel 400, so that rainwater can be discharged along the first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172. At the same time, the terminal block 300 is fixed to the central platform 181 to prevent it from contacting the accumulated water, thereby solving the short circuit problem of the terminal block 300 caused by rainwater accumulation.

[0031] During operation, the photovoltaic panel 400 converts solar energy into electrical energy, which is then output through the terminal block 300. Because the first end 110 of the tile base 100 is higher than the second end 120, it forms an inclined structure. When rainwater encounters it, the rainwater flows downwards along the inclined mounting surface 161. The first through-groove 171 and the second through-groove 172 provide drainage channels for rainwater, allowing it to flow from the first end 110 to the second end 120 and out of the tile base 100. The central elevated platform 181 positions the terminal block 300 at a higher level, preventing rainwater from directly contacting it. The photovoltaic panel 400 covers the mounting surface 161, forming a concealed drainage structure that prevents rainwater from directly entering the through-groove.

[0032] This design principle fully utilizes gravity, enabling natural drainage of rainwater through an inclined structure and through-channels. Simultaneously, the central elevated platform 181 protects the wiring terminals 300, reducing the risk of short circuits. The photovoltaic panel 400's covering design ensures both power generation and waterproofing.

[0033] Specifically, in one embodiment, the tile base 100 is a ceramic component, and the photovoltaic panel 400 is bonded to the tile base 100.

[0034] Ceramic materials possess excellent weather resistance and insulation properties, providing a stable support structure for the photovoltaic panel 400. High-temperature resistant and waterproof silicone or epoxy resin is used as the adhesive to ensure a firm connection between the photovoltaic panel 400 and the tile base 100. During the bonding process, the adhesive is first applied evenly to the surface of the tile base 100, then the photovoltaic panel 400 is precisely positioned and pressed firmly, and finally cured at a constant temperature for a certain period of time.

[0035] However, this is not the only embodiment. In other embodiments, the base 100 may also be a resin component, and the photovoltaic panel 400 may also be snapped onto the base 100.

[0036] In one embodiment, the side of the first through groove 171 away from the central platform 181 is defined as the left platform 182, and the side of the second through groove 172 away from the central platform 181 is defined as the right platform 183. The left platform 182, the central platform 181, and the right platform 183 are respectively supported on the bottom of the photovoltaic panel 400.

[0037] Among them, the left high platform 182 and the right high platform 183 are respectively distributed on both sides of the central high platform 181. The three are arranged in sequence along the length of the tile base 100. The left high platform 182 is adjacent to the first through groove 171, and the right high platform 183 is adjacent to the second through groove 172, forming a symmetrical support layout. The top surfaces of the three high platforms are at the same height, forming a continuous planar support structure.

[0038] During installation, the bottom surface of the photovoltaic panel 400 simultaneously contacts the top surfaces of the left raised platform 182, the middle raised platform 181, and the right raised platform 183, forming a three-section support along the length of the tile base 100. The three raised platforms bear the loads of different areas of the photovoltaic panel 400, resulting in a more even load distribution and preventing localized stress concentration. When the photovoltaic panel 400 is subjected to external forces, the three support points form a stable triangular support structure, effectively preventing lateral displacement or longitudinal bending deformation of the photovoltaic panel 400 and ensuring the integrity of the sealing structure between the photovoltaic panel 400 and the tile base 100.

[0039] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the left high platform 182 is provided with a left mounting plane 1821, the middle high platform 181 is provided with a middle mounting plane 1811, and the right high platform 183 is provided with a right mounting plane 1831. The left mounting plane 1821, the middle mounting plane 1811, and the right mounting plane 1831 constitute a mounting surface 161, and the bottom surface of the photovoltaic panel 400 is respectively attached to the left mounting plane 1821, the middle mounting plane 1811, and the right mounting plane 1831.

[0040] The flat contact surfaces of the left mounting plane 1821, the middle mounting plane 1811, and the right mounting plane 1831 ensure that the gravity of the photovoltaic panel 400 is evenly distributed to the left high platform 182, the middle high platform 181, and the right high platform 183, thus avoiding local stress concentration that could lead to cracking of the adhesive layer.

[0041] However, this is not the only embodiment. In other embodiments, the left high platform 182, the middle high platform 181, and the right high platform 183 may also be provided with non-planar structures to support the photovoltaic panel 400. For example, the left high platform 182, the middle high platform 181, and the right high platform 183 may each be provided with multiple protruding structures to support the photovoltaic panel 400.

[0042] In one embodiment, a third through groove 173 is provided on the side of the central platform 181 away from the photovoltaic panel 400. The third through groove 173 penetrates the tile base 100 along the direction from the first end 110 to the second end 120. At this time, the cross-section of the tile base 100 is wavy.

[0043] When rainwater seeps into the central elevated area 181, the third through channel 173 forms a drainage channel. The third through channel 173 extends to the end of the tile base 100 and connects with the external drainage system.

[0044] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the central platform 181 is provided with a mounting hole 1812. The mounting hole 1812 extends through the central platform 181 along the thickness direction (from the photovoltaic panel 400 to the tile base 100) and connects to the third through groove 173. The terminal block 300 is installed on the central platform 181 through the mounting hole 1812, and the wire of the terminal block 300 extends outward through the third through groove 173.

[0045] This design provides axial support for the metal terminal block 300 via the mounting hole 1812, preventing displacement during vibration of the photovoltaic panel 400. The continuous through-slot 173 forms a conductor channel. The conductor extends along this channel to the edge of the tile base 100 and is then led to the junction box via an external cable tray or conduit. The connection between the mounting hole 1812 and the third through-slot 173 ensures that the conductor remains within the channel's coverage area, preventing rainwater from directly washing away the conductor sheath. Sealant is used to fill the gap between the conductor and the mounting hole 1812, further blocking rainwater penetration.

[0046] In one embodiment, the photovoltaic tile base 100 is defined to include a third end 130 and a fourth end 140 disposed opposite to each other. The photovoltaic tile structure also includes a partition strip 500, which extends along the direction from the third end 130 to the fourth end 140 and is attached to the surface of the tile base 100 to divide the tile base 100 into a first region 150 near the first end 110 and a second region 160 near the second end 120. The mounting surface 161 is disposed in the second region 160.

[0047] It should be noted that the photovoltaic panel 400 has a multi-layer structure, including components such as glass, adhesive, and photovoltaic cells, among which the photovoltaic cells are used for solar power generation.

[0048] This design serves two purposes: firstly, it prevents rainwater from flowing back towards the first end 110 along the first through groove 171 and the second through groove 172; secondly, the separator strip 500 is fixed to the surface of the tile base 100 by bonding or in-mold molding, forming a clear boundary between the first region 150 and the second region 160. The first region 150, as a water-guiding area, has a higher surface area that facilitates rapid water discharge along an inclined direction. The second region 160, as an installation area, has the separator strip 500 preventing water from the first region 150 from entering the second region 160 after the photovoltaic panel 400 covers the installation surface 161, thus avoiding water accumulation and contact with the wiring terminals 300. With the installation surface 161 located in the second region 160, the area covered by the photovoltaic panel 400 is isolated from the water-guiding area, achieving both functional zoning and structural sealing.

[0049] Furthermore, in one embodiment, the surface height of the first region 150 facing the photovoltaic panel 400 is greater than the surface height of the second region 160 facing the photovoltaic panel 400. That is, when the horizontally placed tile base 100 is cut along the direction from the first end 110 to the second end 120, the surface height of the first region 150 is higher.

[0050] With this configuration, the surface height of the first region 150 is higher than that of the second region 160, which can prevent rainwater from flowing in the opposite direction from the second region 160 to the first region 150.

[0051] In one embodiment, the separator 500 is a foamed component, a rubber component, a silicone component, a resin component, or a flexible plastic component.

[0052] This arrangement allows the adjacent photovoltaic panels 400 and the tile base 100 to have a certain buffering effect through the partition strip 500.

[0053] In one embodiment, the first end 110, the third end 130 and the fourth end 140 of the photovoltaic base 100 are respectively provided with edge protection structures 200. The edge protection structures 200 surround the periphery of the photovoltaic panel 400, and the edge protection structures 200 and the outer periphery of the photovoltaic panel 400 are spaced apart to form an assembly gap (not shown). The assembly gap is filled with structural adhesive so that the outer periphery of the photovoltaic panel 400 is respectively sealed and bonded to the edge protection structures 200 on different sides.

[0054] It is important to note that the second end 120 does not have a protective edge structure 200. This design creates a U-shaped protective structure around the three sides of the photovoltaic panel 400. This design not only protects the edges of the photovoltaic panel 400 but also prevents rainwater from seeping into the underside of the photovoltaic panel 400 from the sides, and facilitates rainwater drainage from the second end 120 of the photovoltaic panel 400.

[0055] In one embodiment, the first region 150 of the tile base 100 is provided with a fixing hole 151. The photovoltaic tile structure also includes mounting screws (not shown), which pass through the fixing hole 151 and are fixedly connected to an external fastener (mainly the roof joists) so that the tile base 100 can be fixed to the external fastener by the mounting screws.

[0056] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0057] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the patent protection scope of this application should be determined by the appended claims.

[0058] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0059] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0060] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0061] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0062] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" or "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is considered to be "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0063] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein in the specification of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

Claims

1. A photovoltaic tile structure, characterized in that, The device includes a tile base (100), a terminal block (300), and a photovoltaic panel (400). The tile base (100) is provided with a mounting surface (161). The tile base (100) is defined to include a first end (110) and a second end (120) disposed opposite to each other. The setting height of the first end (110) is greater than the setting height of the second end (120). The mounting surface (161) is provided with a first through groove (171) and a second through groove (172). The first through groove (171) and the second through groove (172) respectively penetrate the tile base (100) along the direction from the first end (110) to the second end (120). The portion of the tile base (100) located between the first through groove (171) and the second through groove (172) is defined as the central platform (181). The terminal block (300) is installed on the central platform (181) and electrically connected to the photovoltaic panel (400). The photovoltaic panel (400) covers the mounting surface (161) of the tile base (100) and covers the first through groove (171) and the second through groove (172).

2. The photovoltaic tile structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tile base (100) is a ceramic component, and the photovoltaic panel (400) is bonded to the tile base (100).

3. The photovoltaic tile structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The side of the first through groove (171) away from the central platform (181) is defined as the left platform (182), and the side of the second through groove (172) away from the central platform (181) is defined as the right platform (183). The left platform (182), the central platform (181) and the right platform (183) are respectively supported on the bottom of the photovoltaic panel (400).

4. The photovoltaic tile structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The left platform (182) is provided with a left mounting plane (1821), the middle platform (181) is provided with a middle mounting plane (1811), and the right platform (183) is provided with a right mounting plane (1831). The bottom surface of the photovoltaic panel (400) is respectively attached to the left mounting plane (1821), the middle mounting plane (1811), and the right mounting plane (1831).

5. The photovoltaic tile structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The central platform (181) is provided with a third through groove (173) on the side away from the photovoltaic panel (400), and the third through groove (173) penetrates the tile base (100) along the direction from the first end (110) to the second end (120).

6. The photovoltaic tile structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The central platform (181) is provided with a mounting hole (1812), which penetrates the central platform (181) along the thickness direction and connects to the third through groove (173). The terminal block (300) is installed on the central platform (181) through the mounting hole (1812), and the wire of the terminal block (300) extends outward through the third through groove (173).

7. The photovoltaic tile structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The photovoltaic tile base (100) is defined to include a third end (130) and a fourth end (140) disposed opposite to each other. The photovoltaic tile structure also includes a partition strip (500) that extends along the direction from the third end (130) to the fourth end (140) and is attached to the surface of the tile base (100) to divide the tile base (100) into a first region (150) near the first end (110) and a second region (160) near the second end (120). The mounting surface (161) is disposed in the second region (160).

8. The photovoltaic tile structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The surface height of the first region (150) facing the photovoltaic panel (400) is greater than the surface height of the second region (160) facing the photovoltaic panel (400).

9. The photovoltaic tile structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The separator (500) is a foamed part, a rubber part, a silicone part, a resin part, or a flexible plastic part.

10. The photovoltaic tile structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first end (110), the third end (130) and the fourth end (140) of the base (100) are respectively provided with edge protection structures (200). The edge protection structures (200) surround the periphery of the photovoltaic panel (400). The edge protection structures (200) and the outer periphery of the photovoltaic panel (400) are spaced apart to form an assembly gap. The assembly gap is filled with structural adhesive so that the outer periphery of the photovoltaic panel (400) is sealed and bonded to the edge protection structures (200) on different sides.

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