System and method for connecting and securing framed solar panels to create a weather-resistant, building-integrated module surface.

Abstract

A system and method for connecting and fastening framed solar panels to create a weatherproof, building-integrated modular surface for substrate battens. The system includes a connecting means including a top strip, a left strip, and a right strip fabricated based on a U-shaped profile, with the side strips configured to engage adjacent side strip structures and mounting brackets of various shapes. Optional extended top and side strip extension strips are also provided, allowing the modular surface created by the framed solar panels to be expanded in both height and width as needed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the fields of energy and building materials, and more particularly, to a solution by a strip clamp for connecting and fixing a pre-framed solar panel as a click-on connection, and to a method for manufacturing a weather-resistant module surface that can be integrated and adapted to the dimensions of a substrate.

Background Art

[0002] With the increasing use of renewable energy sources, solar panels have been widely used and installed on the roofs, facades and walls of buildings. To facilitate the use of solar panels, standard-sized framed solar panels have been introduced into the market, which can be installed on top of existing roofs, facades and wall materials. 90% of the commercially available standard-sized framed solar panels for immediate installation are composed of frames with a size of 35 cm × 35 cm, although there are also some with slightly different standard sizes of framed solar panels (see also http: / / global.talesun.com / upload / 2018 / 06 / 08 / 15284452439938x4jo5.pdf). There are also special solutions where the entire roof surface is made of custom-made solar panels (for example, https: / / www.tesla.com / solarroof). However, there is no effective technical solution for integrating (installing) such immediately usable standard-sized framed solar panels into existing roofs, facades and wall materials (covering new roofs, facades and outer walls), or replacing them. Such integration solutions also have drawbacks in terms of water resistance.

[0003] Prior art EP1060520B1 (published April 23, 2008) discloses a frame made of three different shaped profiles that can be fixed around a solar panel glass and mounted to a roof by the frame to form a framed solar panel. An introduction to and installation of this product can be seen at https: / / www.ernstschweizer.ch / fileadmin / user_upload / 00_Produkte / 80_Sonnenenergie-Systeme / pdf / Photovoltaik-Montagesystem_Indach_Solrif.pdf. Another known solution is FR2963801A1 (Solframe). The drawback of these solutions is that they are semi-finished products, i.e., separate solar panel glass, to which a separate frame (profile) is added, resulting in a finished solar panel with a separate profile according to the above invention that is suitable for roof installation. The drawback of these solutions is that they make it impossible to install standard-sized, so-called ready-to-use solar panels, which are already framed during manufacturing, onto substrates that also form weather-resistant, building-integrated module surfaces. Furthermore, these solutions do not offer the possibility of varying the surface area of ​​the module surface formed from the solar panels in accordance with their surface area. [Prior art documents] [Patent Documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] EP1060520B1 [Patent Document 2] FR2963801A1 [Overview of the project]

[0005] The object of the present invention is to provide a general-purpose technical system in the form of click-on connections for standard-sized, ready-to-use (installation) pre-framed solar panels for installation on substrate trim (roof, wall, facade) using connecting means and mounting brackets, and a method for manufacturing a weather-resistant module surface from such standard-sized framed solar panels that can be integrated and conformed to the dimensions of a substrate.

[0006] The framed solar panel is mounted on the intended substrate trim groove by strips of three different profiles and mounting brackets of two different shapes. Depending on the dimensions of the substrate, extended strips and extension strips can also be used, thereby allowing the module surface to be extended in both height and width as needed to increase the effective coverage of the module surface formed from a standard-sized solar panel according to the dimensions of the substrate.

[0007] The strips of the present invention consist of three strips made of a U-shaped profile, namely an upper strip, a left strip, and a right strip, each having different strip-specific characteristics, and have two clamps of different shapes and different clamp-specific characteristics, namely a first row mounting bracket and a continuation row mounting bracket. Furthermore, when a standard-sized framed solar panel does not completely cover the substrate, an upper baseboard with extended intermediate branches and / or multiple branches and an extension strip with side baseboards can be optionally used, thereby allowing the module surface formed from a standard-sized framed solar panel to be extended in both height and width as needed to increase the effective coverage of the module surface of the solar panel according to the dimensions of the substrate.

[0008] The strips and clamps of the present invention are pre-tensioned by connecting components that enable click-on mounting.

[0009] The strips connect to the frames of standard-sized pre-framed solar panels as click-on connections, allowing the strips to be attached to the solar panel frames without the use of additional fastening means and, if necessary, removed without the use of auxiliary tools. The clamps are mounted to the substrate, and the framed solar panels are mounted to and supported by the clamps. When using strips and fastening clamps of different profiles according to the present invention, standard-sized weatherproof module surfaces (e.g., roofs, facades, walls) made of pre-framed solar panels connected to the strips and capable of being integrated into the building and conforming to the dimensions of the substrate are formed for substrate trimming. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0010] [Figure 1] Show the top strip. [Figure 1A] This shows an extended upper strip having one or more intermediate branching sections. [Figure 1B] This shows an extended upper strip having one or more intermediate branching sections. [Figure 2] The left strip is shown. [Figure 3] Show the right-hand strip. [Figure 4] This shows extension strips for one or more side strips. [Figure 5] The mounting brackets for the first row are shown. [Figure 6A] The mounting brackets for the continuous row are shown. [Figure 6B] The mounting brackets for the continuous row are shown. [Figure 7] The water seal of the upper strip, including the extended upper strip, is shown. [Figure 8] The water trap formed by the left strip in Figure 2 and the right strip in Figure 3 is shown. [Figure 9]This is a general assembly diagram of the technical solution of the present invention, showing a standard framed solar panel and strip, mounting brackets, and an added water seal. [Figure 10A] An alternative overall view (side view) of the technical solution of the present invention is shown, illustrating how a framed solar panel is secured to the ground using the mounting bracket of the present invention (the figure shows the use of upper extension strips of different lengths). [Figure 10B] An alternative overall view (side view) of the technical solution of the present invention is shown, illustrating how a framed solar panel is secured to the ground using the mounting bracket of the present invention (the figure shows the use of upper extension strips of different lengths). [Figure 10C] An alternative overall view (side view) of the technical solution of the present invention is shown, illustrating how a framed solar panel is secured to the ground using the mounting bracket of the present invention (the figure shows the use of upper extension strips of different lengths). [Figure 11] The principle of click-on connection of side strips to a framed solar panel (with an example of a right-side strip) according to the present invention is shown. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0011] The present invention provides connection and fastening means and uses thereof for the quick and convenient installation of commercially available, off-the-shelf, standard-sized framed solar panels on roofs, facades, and walls, preferably by integrating framed solar panels connected by strips in place of existing substrates, making these solar panels a fully weather-resistant, building-integrated, and surface-compatible module surface (on the exterior of roofs, facades, and walls).

[0012] The present invention provides three U-shaped profile strips, each having different strip-specific characteristics, and two clamps having specific shapes and different clamp-specific characteristics. Furthermore, the present invention provides extended strips and extension strips for solving intermediate dimensions of substrates.

[0013] The strip and the clamp are made of rigid stainless steel with low shape memory. The profile of the strip and the dimensions of the clamp may vary according to the dimensions of the framed solar panel and the characteristics of the substrate. The number of clamps used is determined by the tilt angle of the substrate (for example, the flatter the roof, the fewer the number of clamps that need to be used).

[0014] A part of the profile for fixing the strip to the framed solar panel is prestressed, which means that parts made of highly rigid metal have low shape memory, that is, when pressurized, they retain their original shape quite well. The prestress is ensured by bending, shaping or damaging each profile slightly inward so that they visually form a gently arcuate shape, thereby enabling the profile to be pressurized and attached around the frame of the solar panel. The ends of each profile are also screwed into or contain fixing pins, so the profile can be fixed around the frame of the solar panel as a click-on connection.

[0015] The strip of profiles and clamps attached around the solar panel is also prestressed, that is, it is partially bent inward, shaped or damaged, thereby enabling the profile to be pressurized around the frame of the solar panel. The ends of each profile can also be bent to easily insert the solar panel frame and the strip into the bracket and, if necessary, remove them from the bracket. Furthermore, the parts for attaching the clamp to the substrate are also prestressed.

[0016] The strip is connected to the framed solar panel as a click-on connection. The solar panel surrounded by the strip is also attached to the clamp as a click-on connection.

[0017] The corners of the strip profiles are beveled to ensure there are no gaps between the strips when connecting framed solar panels. This is important for joining the strips together to form a weather-resistant connection around the framed solar panels.

[0018] Furthermore, the present invention provides two elongated upper strips of different lengths to resolve (extend) the intermediate dimensions of the base surface in the height direction, and the end corners of these strips are also cut at an angle so that there is no difference between the upper strips and the side strips, even when connecting the extension strips around the framed solar panel. These extended upper strips are also attached to the framed solar panel as click-on connections.

[0019] Furthermore, extension strips are provided to address (extend) the width of the module surface, and these function as separate strips, connecting to one or more side strips without being connected to the framed solar panel. The side strip extension strips can be used both between the framed solar panels and on each separate side (for example, to complete an end panel). The side strip extension strips can be cut shorter as needed.

[0020] A preferred embodiment relates to installing commercially available, standard-sized, pre-framed solar panels on a sloped roof in order to form a module surface (roof surface) that can be adapted to the dimensions of the substrate.

[0021] A preferred embodiment of the present invention provides a connection means for a framed solar panel 8 comprising an upper strip 1, a water seal 7 fitted therein, a left strip 2, a right strip 3, and a fixing means comprising mounting brackets 5 for the first row of solar panels 8 and mounting brackets 6 for subsequent rows. Strips 1, 2, and 3 are made based on a U-shaped profile, and each has different strip-specific characteristics.

[0022] The upper strip 1 (Figure 1) comprises a base 1.1 and linear branches perpendicular to the base 1.1, namely a right branch 1.2 and a left branch 1.3, which form a U-shaped gap. In the center of the base 1.1 is a seal groove 1.1.1 for attaching an elastomer water seal 7, the portion protruding from the seal groove 1.1.1 has a special shape 7.1 which directs water associated with the strong wind 1 away from the upper strip 1. The base 1.1 has an extension 1.1.2 that protrudes to the left and is prestressed toward the inside of the upper strip 1, and its slightly curved end 1.1.3 is equipped with a coupling nozzle 1.1.4. The left branch 1.3 has an extension 1.3.1 which is slightly arc-shaped and prestressed toward the inside of the upper strip 1, and turns substantially perpendicular (but less than 90°) to the left from the branch 1.3. The extension 1.3.1 includes a slightly wavy connecting portion 1.3.2 at the joint between the branch portion 1.3 and the extension 1.3.1, and a fixed end portion 1.3.3 at the end of the extension 1.3.1.

[0023] In another embodiment, instead of the upper strip 1, an upper elongated strip 1A (Figure 1A) having an intermediate branch made based on a U-shaped profile is used to extend the strip in the height direction of the overlap, and the base 1.1 has a base 1.1 of the extension. The upper strip 1A having the extended intermediate branch has a linear intermediate branch 1.4 at the transition point between the base 1.1 and the extended base 1.1.a, which extends perpendicularly into the U-shaped gap and includes a sole plate 1.4.1 on its outer portion.

[0024] In yet another embodiment, instead of the upper strip 1 or the extended upper strip 1A having an intermediate branch point, an extended upper strip 1B (Figure 1B) having an intermediate branch is constructed on a U-shaped profile to further extend the overlap in the height direction, with its base 1.1 having a base 1.1.a that is twice as extended, and also having a base 1.1.b with an additional extension. The upper strip 1B with the extended intermediate branch includes a linear intermediate branch 1.4 perpendicular to the base 1.1 and the extended base 1.1.a at the transition point between the base 1.1 and the extended base 1.1.a, and a linear intermediate branch 1.5 perpendicular to the extended base 1.1.a and 1.1.b at the transition point between the extended bases, with these branches protruding into the U-shaped gap. The right branch 1.2, the intermediate branch 1.4, and the intermediate branch 1.5 include sole plates 1.2.1, 1.4.1, and 1.5.1 on their outer portions.

[0025] The left strip 2 (Figure 2) comprises a base 2.1 and linear branches 2.2, 2.3, and 2.4 projecting perpendicularly to the base, forming two upward-opening U-shaped branches that function as a water trap. The upper part of branch 2.4 is an extension 2.4.1 projecting perpendicularly to the left and prestressed toward the inside of strip 2, with its slightly curved end 2.4.2 having a connecting tip 2.4.3. The base 2.1 comprises an extension 2.1.1 projecting to the left and prestressed in a slightly arc shape toward the inside of strip 2, with a slightly wavy connecting section 2.1.2 at the transition point between the base 2.1 and the extension 2.1.1, and a fixed tip 2.1.3 at the end.

[0026] The right-side strip 3 (Figure 3) comprises a base 3.1 and linear branch sections 3.2, 3.3, and 3.4 projecting perpendicularly to the base, forming two downward-opening U-shaped branch sections that function as a water trap. The base 3.1 includes an extension 3.1.1 projecting to the right and biased in a slight arc toward the inside of the right-side strip 3, the slightly arc-shaped end 3.1.2 of which includes a connecting tip 3.1.3. The branch section 3.4 includes a prestressed extension 3.4.1 toward the inside of the right-side strip 3, the branch section 3.4 rotates substantially at a right angle (but less than 90°) in a slight arc toward the right. The extension 3.4.1 includes a slightly wavy connecting section 3.4.2 at the junction of the branch section 3.4 and the extension 3.4.1, and a fixed tip 3.4.3 at the end of the extension 3.4.1.

[0027] When mounted on the substrate, the left strip 2 and right strip 3 of adjacent framed solar panels form two channel water traps when their U-shaped branching sections are fitted together (Figure 8).

[0028] In another embodiment, the left strip 2 and the right strip 3 can be extended in the width direction of the overlap using an extension strip 4 of the side strip (Figure 4). The extension strip 4 of the side strip (Figure 4) has a linear base 4.1 which is conditionally divided in the middle into two bases 4.1.1 and 4.1.2, with a linear intermediate branch 4.8 perpendicular to the transition point, which includes a sole plate 4.8.1 on the outer portion. The extension strip 4 of the side strip has linear branches 4.2, 4.3 and 4.4 projecting perpendicularly from its right base 4.1.1, which form two downward-opening U-shaped branches that function as a water trap. The extension strip 4 of the side strip has linear branches 4.5, 4.6 and 4.7 projecting perpendicularly from its right base 4.1.2, which form two upward-opening U-shaped branches that function as a water trap.

[0029] The extension strip 4 of the side strip can be used as a separate strip and is not connected to the framed solar panel 8, but its U-shaped branch is connected to the left strip 2 and the right strip 3 by connecting the corresponding U-shaped branches. The extension strip 4 of the side strip can be used both between the sides of the framed solar panel 8 and on their separate sides (for example, to start / end the outermost framed solar panel 8). The extension strip 4 of the side strip can be cut shorter as needed by removing one of the U-shaped branches (for example, for use on an end panel).

[0030] The mounting bracket 5 (Figure 5) for the first horizontal row of the framed solar panel 8 comprises a stepped main section including straight vertical sections which are an upper vertical section 5.1, a central vertical section 5.2, and a lower vertical section 5.3, and straight horizontal sections which are an upper horizontal section 5.4 and a lower horizontal section 5.5, with the vertical and horizontal sections positioned perpendicular to each other. The upper vertical section 5.1 has a specially shaped (wavy) inwardly prestressed extension 5.1.1 which is turned substantially right-angled (but less than 90°) to the upper left and bends obtusely upward from near the center, thereby facilitating the insertion and removal of the framed solar panel 8 from the mounting bracket 5 for the upper horizontal row. The lower vertical section 5.3 has a specially shaped (wavy) inwardly prestressed extension 5.3.1 which is turned at a right angle (but less than 90°) to the lower right and bends downward at an obtuse angle from the center, thereby facilitating the insertion and removal of the first row of fixing brackets 5 from the roof trim 9. The lower horizontal section 5.5 has openings 5.5.1 and 5.5.2 for the addition of optional fixing elements, with opening 5.5.1 potentially locating the fixing of the first row of fixing brackets 5.

[0031] The first row of mounting brackets 5 is fixed around the roof trim 9 by its lower vertical section 5.3 and its prestressed extension 5.3.1, and optionally fixed to the trim 9 through openings 5.5.1 and 5.5.2 in the horizontal section 5.5 by additional fastening means. When mounting the framed solar panel 8 onto the substrate, it is pressed against the upper vertical section 5.1 of the first row of mounting brackets 5 by the lower frame 8.1 of the solar panel and secured by the prestressed extension 5.1.1, and the framed solar panel 8 rests on the upper horizontal section 5.4 of the first row of mounting brackets 5. The lower horizontal section 5.5 remains as an air intake duct. Each framed solar panel 8 is provided with at least three first row of mounting brackets 5 (the number of brackets depends on the roof slope; the steeper the roof slope, the more brackets are required). The outermost first row of brackets 5 are positioned very close to the edges of the solar panels (for example, about 20 cm away from the edges of the solar panels). One or more central brackets are positioned approximately in the center of the framed solar panel 8 between the outermost brackets. The vertical distance of the first row of fixing clamps 5 on the trim 9 is determined by the eaves and drainage solutions of the particular object.

[0032] The mounting brackets 5 in the first row are made of stainless steel with low shape memory capacity. This property is particularly important in the prestressed extensions 5.1.1 and 5.3.1, so that they can retain their original shape when the framed solar panel 8 is inserted, and so that the brackets fit securely around the frame of the solar panel.

[0033] The mounting bracket 6 (Figures 6A and 6B) for the extended row of framed solar panels 8 is U-shaped and comprises an upper horizontal section 6.3, a lower horizontal section 6.4, and a lower vertical section 6.2 connecting them, forming a U-shaped gap (U-shaped box). Furthermore, the upper horizontal section 6.3 has an upper vertical section 6.1 that projects upward at a partial right angle. The upper vertical section 6.1 has a specially shaped (corrugated) extension 6.1.1 that extends substantially at a right angle (but less than 90°) to the upper left, prestressed in the opposite direction toward the mounting bracket 6, which is bent at an obtuse angle approximately in the center, thereby facilitating the insertion of framed solar panels and their removal from the connecting bracket 6 of the extended row. The connection between the upper horizontal section 6.3 and the lower vertical section 6.2 is at a right angle. The lower horizontal section 6.4 is turned substantially right (but less than 90°) to the right so as to be prestressed from the connection point of the lower vertical section 6.2. The lower horizontal section 6.4 has a stepped extension 6.4.1 that is prestressed toward the inside of the mounting bracket 6 of the extension row, and its end is curved outward, which facilitates the attachment of the mounting bracket 6 of the extension row to the roof trim 9 and, if necessary, removal therefrom. The lower horizontal section 6.4 has an opening 6.4.2 for adding optional fastening elements. The upper horizontal section 6.3, the lower horizontal section 6.4 and the lower vertical section 6.2 are connected to the reinforcing section 6.5 (double base and wall) according to their shapes.

[0034] The extension row fixing bracket 6 secures two vertically mounted framed solar panels 8, the two solar panels 8 being connected to a strip, one on top of the other. The vertically lower framed solar panel 8 rests on the roof trim 9 along with its top, i.e., the U-shaped box of the upper strip 1 rests on the roof trim 9. The extension row mounting bracket 6 is then positioned vertically on the upper strip 1 of the lower framed solar panel 8 using a U-shaped gap, with the inside of the upper horizontal surface 6.3 of the bracket leaning against it. The extension row clamp 6 is secured around the roof trim 9 via a lower horizontal section 6.4, its stepped prestressed extension section 6.4.1, and a lower vertical section 6.2 (U-shaped gap or U-shaped box), with optional additional fastening means added via openings 6.4.2. Therefore, the groove 9 and the top of the vertically downward framed solar panel 8 are secured within the U-shaped gap of the continuing row mounting bracket 6 by the prestressed horizontal section 6.4. The vertically upward framed solar panel 8 is pressed against the upper vertical section 6.1 of the extension bracket 6 by the lower frame and secured using the prestressed extension section 6.1.1, and the framed solar panel 8 rests on the upper horizontal section 6.3 of the frame from below. Each framed solar panel 8 is provided with at least two extension row mounting brackets (the number of brackets depends on the roof slope; the steeper the roof slope, the more brackets are required). When two extension row mounting brackets 6 are used, they are mounted very close to the ends of the separately framed solar panels 8 (for example, about 20 cm from the ends of the solar panels). When additional brackets are used, they are positioned approximately in the center of the framed solar panel 8 between the outermost clamps.

[0035] The mounting brackets 6 of the extension row are made of stainless steel with low shape memory capacity. This property is particularly important in the prestressed lower horizontal section 6.4 and the extension sections 6.1.1 and 6.4.1, so that the framed solar panel 8 and the trim 9 connected to the sheet metal can be inserted and retain their original shape.

[0036] The lower part of the water seal 7 (Figure 7), which is installed inside the upper strip 1, has the shape of the seal groove 1.1.1 of the upper strip, and the portion 7.1 protruding from the seal groove has a special shape (having a tapered upper part).

[0037] A water trap is an essential component of this invention. Building materials (such as roof tiles) have the function of directing the movement of rainwater and snow away from the building structure (roof or facade), and they are made on the principle that there is a channel with a partition between two elements that prevents water from moving under the stone. Based on the same principle, a two-channel water trap is formed by the interaction of a left strip 2 and a right strip 3, and optionally by the interaction of the left strip 2 and the right strip 3 and an extension strip 4 of the side strip installed between them. The water trap is formed when adjacent longitudinal columns of framed solar panels 8 with a right strip 3 are placed on the left strip 2. In this way, the right strip 3 is positioned inside the left strip 2, and a two-channel water trap is formed. A similar two-channel water trap is also formed on a side strip by connecting the U-shaped end of the extension strip 4 of the side strip installed between them to the U-shaped portion of the corresponding side strip. The two-channel and double-walled strip solution prevents water from entering the water trap horizontally in the event of heavy rain.

[0038] Strips 1 (or 1A, or 1B), 2, and 3 are intended to be connected to the framed solar panel 8 as click-on connections (see Figure 11), thereby allowing the strips to be attached to the frame 8.1 of the solar panel without the use of additional fasteners, and to be easily removed without the use of auxiliary tools if necessary. Furthermore, such a technical solution allows the framed solar panel 8 to be installed on the substrate building in a completely weather-resistant manner. In addition, when the framed solar panel 8 does not completely cover the substrate, extended strips and extension strips can be optionally used, thereby allowing the module surface formed from the framed solar panel to be extended in both height and width as necessary to increase the effective coverage of the module surface of the framed solar panel 8 according to the dimensions of the substrate.

[0039] The framed solar panels 8 connected to the strip are intended to be mounted to brackets 5, 6 with click-on connections, allowing these solar panels to be attached to the mounting brackets without the use of additional fastening means and, if necessary, removed without the use of auxiliary tools.

[0040] Each strip 1 (or 1A, or 1B) 2, 3 has a strip-specific cut and configuration, and therefore the cutting angle of the profile of each strip must follow the order in which the strips are joined. However, the order in which the strips are joined does not depend on whether the framed solar panel 8 is mounted on the (base) surface in a horizontal or vertical arrangement.

[0041] The strips are connected to the framed solar panel 8 by click-on connections in a specific order.

[0042] First, the left strip 2 is connected to the framed solar panel 8, positioned at an angle of approximately 45° to the frame 8.1 of the solar panel for the connection. It is observed that the prestressed extension 2.4.1 at the top of the profile of the left strip 2, which has an arcuate portion 2.4.2 and an engaging tip 2.4.3, extends to the surface of the glass 8.2 of the framed solar panel, and the engaging tip 2.4.3 is hooked onto the frame 8.1 on the glass 8.2 of the solar panel. Next, it is checked whether the left strip 2 extends to the end of the frame 8.1 of the solar panel by the fixed end 2.1.3 of the prestressed extension 2.1.1 of the base 2.1. In this case, the left strip 2 can be pressurized and bent into place on the frame 8.1 of the solar panel until it clicks into place. This indicates that the mounting tip 2.1.3 of the profile of the left strip 2 is locked in the correct position on the frame 8.1 of the solar panel. In short, the framed solar panel 8 is connected to the left branch of the left strip 2 between prestressed extensions 2.4.1 and 2.1.1, and the left strip 2 is secured to the frame of the solar panel 8.1 by engaging end 2.4.3 and connecting end 2.1.3 as a click-on connection.

[0043] Next, the upper strip 1 is added to the framed solar panel 8, and an elastomer water seal 7 has already been added to its water seal groove 1.1.1. Following the beveled end of the profile of the right strip 1, the upper profile is positioned at an angle of approximately 45° to the frame of the solar panel and is fitted into the profile corner of the pre-connected left strip 2 so that there is only 1 mm of space between them. The upper arc-shaped prestressed extension 1.1.2 of the profile of the right strip 1, which has an arc-shaped portion 1.1.3 and an engaging tip 1.1.4, extends to the surface of the glass 8.2 of the framed solar panel, and the engaging tip 1.1.4 is hooked onto the frame 8.1 in the glass 8.2 of the solar panel. Next, it is checked whether the connected upper strip 1 extends to the end of the frame 8.1 of the solar panel by the fixed tip 1.3.3 of the prestressed extension 1.3.1 of the left branch 1.3. In this case, the upper strip 1 can be pressurized and bent into place on the solar panel frame 8.1 until it clicks into place. This indicates that the mounting end 1.3.3 of the upper strip 1 is locked into the correct position on the solar panel frame 8.1.

[0044] If the module surface formed by the framed solar panel 8 needs to be extended in height according to the dimensions of the substrate, an extended upper strip 1A having an intermediate branch, or an extended upper strip 1B having an intermediate branch, can be used instead of the upper strip 1.

[0045] In summary, the framed solar panel 8 is connected to the left branch of the upper strip 1, 1A, or 1B between prestressed extensions 1.1.2 and 1.3.1, and the upper strip 1, 1A, or 1B is secured to the solar panel frame as a click-on connection by engaging end 1.1.4 and mounting end 1.3.3.

[0046] Next, the right-side strip 3 is added to the framed solar panel 8. Following the beveled end of the profile of the right-side strip 3, the upper profile is positioned at an angle of approximately 45° to the frame 8.1 of the solar panel, and it is confirmed that there is a space of less than 1 millimeter between the pre-connected upper strip 1 (or 1A, or 1B) and the corner assembly of the right-side strip 3. It is observed that the upper arc-shaped prestressed extension 3.1.2 of the profile of the right-side strip 3, which has an arc-shaped portion 3.1.2 and an engaging tip 3.1.3, extends to the surface of the glass 8.2 of the framed solar panel 8, and the engaging tip 3.1.3 itself engages with the frame at the glass portion of the solar panel. Next, it is checked whether the right-side strip 3 extends to the end of the frame 8.1 of the solar panel by the fixed tip 3.4.3 of the prestressed extension 3.4.1 of the branch 3.4. In this case, the right-side strip 3 can be pressurized and bent into place on the solar panel frame 8.1 until it clicks into place. This indicates that the mounting end 3.4.3 of the right-side strip 3 is locked into the correct position on the solar panel frame 8.1. In summary, the framed solar panel 8 is connected to the right branch of the right-side strip 3 between the prestressed extensions 3.1.1 and 3.4.1, and the right-side strip 3 is secured to the solar panel frame 8.1 as a click-on connection by the engaging end 3.1.3 and the connection stop 3.4.3.

[0047] Using framed solar panel connectors and fasteners to create a weather-resistant, building-integrated module surface from framed solar panels involves the following steps (see also Figures 9 and 10A-10C).

[0048] Stage 1 - Preparation work (before installing solar panels on the substrate at the factory or site) - The left panel 2 is first added to the framed solar panel 8. Next, the upper strip 1, or an extended upper strip 1A having an intermediate branch, or an extended upper strip 1B having an intermediate branch, is added to the framed solar panel 8 having a water seal 7. - Subsequently, the right-side strip 3 is added to the framed solar panel 8.

[0049] Stage 2 - Installation on a substrate (e.g., roof) - To manufacture the module surface, control measurements of sections are performed on the substrate. - The first row of fixing brackets 5 is attached to the first row of trim molding 9. - The fixed brackets 6 in the continuing row are mounted perpendicularly to the next trim 9. - The framed solar panel 8, pre-enclosed by three strips, is first mounted vertically into the socket of the first horizontal row of the mounting bracket 5 to check the precise alignment of the solar panel within the row. Then, the framed solar panel 8 is bent perpendicularly to the next trim 9, thereby ensuring that the frame 8.1 of the lower edge of the solar panel is precisely within the slot of the first horizontal row of the mounting bracket 5, and that the base of the framed solar panel 8 on the lower substrate remains supported on the first horizontal row of the mounting bracket 5. - The installation of the framed solar panels 8 connected by strips is then continued in the tandem rows according to the previous step, but with the difference that each new vertical row of framed solar panels 8 rests at its base on the fixing bracket 6 of the extended row, and the overlapping portion of the vertically mounted framed solar panels 8 must be such that the water seal 7 in the upper recess of the profile of the upper strip 1, or the extended strip 1A having the upper strip of the intermediate branch, or the extended strip 1B having the upper strip of the intermediate branch, is hidden beneath the edges of the overlapping framed solar panels 8. - Once a tandem row is filled with framed solar panels 8 up to the ridge of the roof, the installation of the next tandem row continues, and it is important that the left panel 2 of the first / previous tandem row of framed solar panels 8 and the right panel 3 of the second / next tandem row of framed solar panels 8 engage with each other within a U-shaped profile to form a water trap from which water can be drained from the substrate. - Optionally, an extension strip 4 of the side strip is added, and its U-shaped end engages with the U-shaped profiles of the left strip 2 and the right strip 3 to form a water trap. - Optionally, the extension strip 4 of the side rail is cut shorter by removing one U-shaped end from it. - The outermost side strip or extension strip 4 of the side strip is covered by the edge plate of the base plate.

[0050] As a result, the required number of framed solar panels 8 are mounted on the substrate and surrounded by strips, optionally extended strips, and / or extension strips, which form a weather-resistant, building-integrated module surface that can conform to the dimensions of the substrate.

[0051] Depending on the subdivision of the substrate, the outermost strip of the framed solar strip on the substrate may be omitted. In this case, the frame of the solar panel is covered by an edge plate. Edge plates for the substrate can also be made as needed, and when installed on the substrate, they can cover various parts of the framed solar panel and its strip as needed. These alternative end plate solutions (beginning and ending solutions) may differ. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0052] 1. Upper strip 1A Upper strip with extended intermediate branch 1B Upper strip with extended intermediate branch 1.1 Base of Strip 1 1.1.a Base of strips 1A and 1B having extensions 1.1.b Strip 1B and base of 1B having additional extensions 1.1.1 Seal groove for water seal 7 1.1.2 Left extension of base 1.1 1.1.3 Arc-shaped end of left extension 1.1.2 1.1.4 Engaging tip of the arc-shaped end 1.1.3 1.2 Right branch of Strip 1 1.2.1 Sole plate of platform at branch 1.2 on strip 1B 1.3 Left branch of Strip 1 1.3.1 Prestressed extension of left branch 1.3 1.3.2 Corrugated connection section of left arm 1.3 and extension 1.3.1 1.3.3 Fixed end portion for the end of extension 1.3.1 1.4 Intermediate branching section of strip 1B 1.4.1 Sole plate of branch 1.4 on strip 1B 1.5 Intermediate branching section of strip 1B 1.5.1 Sole plate of platform 1.5 on strip 1B 2 Left side strip 2.1 Base of left strip 2 2.1.1 Prestressed extension of base 2.1 2.1.2 Corrugated connection at the transition point between base 2.1 and extension 2.1.1 2.1.3 Fixed end portion for the end of extension 2.1.1 2.2 Branch of left strip 2 2.3 Branch of left strip 2 2.4 Branch of left strip 2 2.4.1 Prestressed extension of branch section 2.4 2.4.2 Arc-shaped end of left extension 2.4.1 2.4.3 Engaging tip of the arc-shaped end 2.4.2 3 Right-side strip 3.1 Base of left strip 3 3.1.1 Prestressed extension of base 3.1 3.1.2 Arc-shaped end of extension 3.1.1 3.1.3 Engaging tip of the arc-shaped end 3.1.2 3.2 Branch of left strip 3 3.3 Branch of left strip 3 3.4 Branch of left strip 3 3.4.1 Prestressed extension of branch section 3.4 3.4.2 Corrugated connection at the transition point between base 3.4 and extension 3.4.1 3.4.3 Fixed tip for extension 3.4.1 4. Extension strips for side strips 4.1 Base of extension strip 4 of the side strip 4.1.1 Part of base 4.1 4.1.2 Part of base 4.1 4.2 Branch portion protruding from part of the base 4.1.1 4.3 Branch portion protruding from part of the base 4.1.1 4.4 Branch portion protruding from part of the base 4.1.1 4.5 Branch portion protruding from part of the base 4.1.2 4.6 Branch portion protruding from part of the base 4.1.2 4.7 Branch portion protruding from part of the base 4.1.2 4.8 Straight branching section of base 4.1 4.8.1 Sole plate of branch section 4.8 5. Mounting brackets in the first row 5.1 Upper vertical portion of mounting bracket 5 in the first horizontal row 5.1.1 Prestressed extension of the upper vertical section 5.1 5.2 Upper vertical portion of mounting bracket 5 in the first horizontal row 5.3 Upper vertical portion of mounting bracket 5 in the first horizontal row 5.3.1 Prestressed extension of the lower vertical section 5.3 5.4 Upper vertical portion of mounting bracket 5 in the first horizontal row 5.5 Upper vertical portion of mounting bracket 5 in the first horizontal row 5.5.1 Opening in the lower vertical section 5.5 5.5.2 Opening in the lower vertical section 5.5 6. Mounting brackets in a continuous horizontal row. 6.1 Upper vertical portion of mounting bracket 6 in a continuous horizontal row 6.1.1 Prestressed extension of the upper vertical section 6.1 6.2 Lower vertical portion of mounting bracket 6 in a continuous horizontal row 6.3 Upper horizontal portion of mounting bracket 6 in the first row 6.4 Upper horizontal portion of mounting bracket 6 in the first row 6.4.1 Prestressed extension of the lower horizontal section 6.4 6.4.2 Opening in the lower horizontal section 6.4 6.5 Reinforcement sections of the upper horizontal section 6.3, the lower horizontal section 6.4, and the lower vertical section 6.2 7 Water seal 7.1 Protrusion of water seal 7 8 Solar Panels with Frames 8.1 Solar panel frame 8.2 Solar panel glass 9. Tile

Claims

1. A system for connecting and fixing framed solar panels to create weather-resistant, building-integrated modules on a substrate edge, comprising a connecting means having an upper strip with a U-shaped profile, a left strip, a right strip, a partially prestressed mounting bracket, and a water seal, wherein the left and right strips are configured to engage with adjacent right or left strips, The upper strip (1) is It comprises an upper strip base (1.1), a straight right branch (1.2) that forms a right angle with respect to the upper strip base (1.1), a straight left branch (1.3) that forms a U-shaped gap between itself and the right branch, and a seal groove (1.1.1) in the center of the upper strip base (1.1), The upper strip base (1.1) further includes an extension (1.1.2) that protrudes to the left and is prestressed toward the left branch (1.3), forming a slightly arc-shaped end (1.1.3) with an engaging tip (1.1.4). The left branch portion (1.3) is prestressed in an arc shape toward the left branch portion (1.3) and includes an extension portion (1.3.1) that protrudes substantially perpendicularly to the left from the left branch portion (1.3), The extension (1.3.1) comprises a wavy connecting portion (1.3.2) at the connection point between the left branch portion (1.3) and the extension (1.3.1), and a fixed tip portion (1.3.3) at the end of the extension (1.3.1). The aforementioned left strip (2) is, It comprises a left strip base (2.1) and linear first, second, and third branch portions (2.2), (2.3) and (2.4) projecting perpendicularly from the base, which form two U-shaped branch portions that open upward from the left strip base (2.1). The upper part of the third branch (2.4) has an extension (2.4.1) that protrudes perpendicularly to the left of the third branch (2.4) and is prestressed toward the third branch (2.4), and its arc-shaped end (2.4.2) is provided with a connecting tip (2.4.3). The left strip base (2.1) includes an extension (2.1.1) that protrudes to the left and is prestressed in an arc shape toward the third branch (2.4), and the left strip base (2.1) further includes a wavy connecting portion (2.1.2) at the transition point between it and the extension (2.1.1), and a fixed tip portion (2.1.3) at the end of the left strip base (2.1). The aforementioned right-side strip (3) is, It comprises a right-side strip base (3.1) and linear first, second, and third branch portions (3.2), (3.3) and (3.4) projecting perpendicularly from the base, which form two U-shaped branch portions that open downward from the right-side strip base (3.1). The right-side strip base (3.1) has an extension (3.1.1) that protrudes to the right and is prestressed in an arc shape toward the third branch (3.4), and its arc-shaped end (3.1.2) has an engaging tip (3.1.3). The third branch (3.4) comprises a prestressed extension (3.4.1) toward it, and the third branch (3.4) is rotated substantially perpendicularly to the right in an arc. The extension (3.4.1) comprises a wavy connecting portion (3.4.2) at the connection point between the third branching portion (3.4) and the extension (3.4.1), and a fixed tip portion (3.4.3) at the end of the extension (3.4.1). The first horizontal mounting bracket (5) is A stepped main section comprising an upper vertical section (5.1), a central vertical section (5.2), a lower vertical section (5.3), an upper horizontal section (5.4), and a lower horizontal section (5.5), wherein the vertical and horizontal sections are arranged perpendicular to each other, comprising the stepped main section. In the upper vertical section (5.1), the extension (5.1.1) which is subjected to a wavy inward prestress is turned substantially perpendicular to the left and bends obtusely upward from approximately the center, and in the lower vertical section (5.3), the extension (5.3.1) which is subjected to a wavy inward biased prestress is turned substantially perpendicular to the right and bends obtusely downward from approximately the center, The lower horizontal portion (5.5) has openings (5.5.1, 5.5.2) for the addition of optional fixing elements, and the opening (5.5.1) is configured for positioning and fixing the first row of mounting brackets (5). The mounting brackets (6) in the continuous row are, It comprises an upper horizontal portion (6.3) and a lower horizontal portion (6.4) that form a U-shaped gap, connected by a lower vertical portion (6.2), and an upper vertical portion (6.1) that protrudes upward at a right angle from the upper horizontal portion (6.3), The aforementioned upper vertical portion (6.1) has a wavy, prestressed extension (6.1.1) that is folded back substantially at a right angle to the left and bent obtusely upward at approximately the center, The connection between the upper horizontal portion (6.3) and the lower vertical portion (6.2) is at a right angle, the lower horizontal portion (6.4) rotates substantially at a right angle to the right from the connection point of the lower vertical portion (6.2), the lower horizontal portion (6.4) has a stepped prestressed extension (6.4.1) toward the lower vertical portion (6.2), the end of which is bent outward, and the lower horizontal portion (6.4) has an opening (6.4.2). The upper horizontal portion (6.3), the lower horizontal portion (6.4), and the lower vertical portion (6.2) are connected to the reinforcing portion (6.5) according to their shapes. The upper strip, left strip, and right strip (1, 2, 3) are connected to the framed solar panel (8) by click-on mounting, the first row of mounting brackets (5) are connected to the frame (8.1) of the solar panel for mounting to the trim (9) by click-on mounting, the continuing row of mounting brackets (6) are configured to connect the upper strip (1) attached to the frame (8.1) of one framed solar panel to an adjacent solar panel, and the left strip (2) and the right strip (3) connected to the framed solar panel are further configured to connect to each other by click-on mounting, The aforementioned strip and the aforementioned mounting bracket are made of a rigid material. The water seal (7) is attached to the outside of the upper strip (1). A system characterized by the following features.

2. Furthermore, it includes an extension strip (4) for the side strips to extend the left strip (2) and the right strip (3) in the width direction, The extension strip (4) is A linear base (4.1) divided in the center into two bases (4.1.1) and (4.1.2), and a linear intermediate branch (4.8) extending perpendicularly at the transition point between the two bases, with a sole plate (4.8.1) included in its outer portion, The linear base (4.1) has two U-shaped gaps that open downwards, and the linear branch portions (4.2), (4.3), and (4.4) protrude perpendicularly from the base (4.1.1), The linear base (4.1) has two U-shaped gaps that open upward, and the linear branch portions (4.5), (4.6), and (4.7) protrude perpendicularly from the base (4.1.2) and The system according to claim 1, characterized by comprising:

3. The system according to claim 1, characterized in that the upper strip is an elongated strip (1A) comprising at least one intermediate branch (1.4) and the upper strip base (1.1) having an extended base (1.1.a).

4. The system according to claim 1, characterized in that the upper strip is an elongated intermediate strip (1B) having two intermediate branch portions (1.4) and (1.5), and the upper strip base (1.1) comprises two extended base portions (1.1.a) and (1.1.b).

5. The system according to claim 1, characterized in that the lower part of the water seal (7) has the shape of the seal groove (1.1.1), and the portion (7.1) protruding from the seal groove has a tapered point at its upper part.

6. A method for connecting and securing framed solar panels to create a weather-resistant building-integrated module surface using the systems described in claims 1 to 5, wherein the method is: The upper strip (1) and the left and right strips (2 and 3) are connected to the framed solar panel (8) by click-on connections in the fixed order, First, it is confirmed that the left strip (2) is connected to the framed solar panel (8), positioned at an angle of approximately 45° to the frame (8.1) of the solar panel, and that the upper prestressed extension (2.4.1) and the connecting end (2.4.3) of the left strip (2), which has an arc-shaped end (2.4.2), are mounted on the glass (8.2) of the framed solar panel (8), and that the connecting end (2.4.3) is connected to the frame (8.1), and that the prestressed extension (2.1.1) of the left strip (2) at the left strip base (2.1) extends to the end of the frame (8.1) of the solar panel, and that pressure is applied to the left strip (2) and that it is bent to a predetermined position on the frame (8.1) of the solar panel until a click is heard. Next, the upper strip (1) is connected to the framed solar panel (8) having the water seal (7), positioned at an angle of approximately 45° to the frame (8.1) of the solar panel, and it is confirmed that the frame of the solar panel fits into the corner of the profile of the already connected left strip (2) such that there is only 1 millimeter of space between them, and it is checked that the prestressed extension (1.1.2), the arc-shaped end (1.1.3) and the engaging end (1.1.4) of the upper strip reach the surface of the glass (8.2), and it is checked that the fixed end (1.3.3) of the prestressed extension (1.3.1) of the left branch (1.3) of the upper strip (1) reaches the end of the frame (8.1), and pressure is applied to the upper strip (1) and it is bent into place on the frame (8.1) of the solar panel until it clicks into place. Subsequently, the right strip (3) is connected to the framed solar panel (8) and positioned at an angle of approximately 45° to the frame (8.1) of the solar panel, and it is confirmed that the frame of the solar panel fits into the corner of the profile of the already connected right strip (3) such that there is only a 1 mm gap between them, and the arc-shaped end of the prestressed extension (3.1.1) of the right strip base (3.1) of the right strip The steps include checking that the portion (3.1.2) and the engaging tip portion (3.1.3) reach the surface of the glass (8.2), checking that the prestressed extension portion (3.4.1) and the fixed tip portion (3.4.3) of the third branch portion (3.4) of the right strip (3) reach the end of the frame (8.1), applying pressure to the right strip (3) and bending it to a predetermined position on the frame (8.1) until a click is heard, The first horizontal row mounting bracket (5) is fixed around the first horizontal row trim (9) using the lower vertical portion (5.3) and its prestressed extension (5.3.1), The framed solar panel (8), connected to the upper strip, the left strip, and the right strip (1, 2, and 3), is mounted on the substrate and placed vertically on the first row of mounting brackets (5) attached to the retaining edge (9). The lower edge of the solar panel is pressed against the upper vertical portion (5.1) of the first row of mounting brackets (5) by the frame (8.1), and secured as a click-on connection by the prestressed extension (5.1.1). The steps include: supporting the framed solar panel (8) from below on the upper horizontal portion (5.4) of the first row of mounting brackets (5), bending the framed solar panel (8) perpendicular to the next trim (9), thereby ensuring that the frame (8.1) of the lower edge of the solar panel is precisely within the first row of mounting brackets (5), and that the framed solar panel (8) rests on the first row of mounting brackets (5) on the substrate; A mounting bracket (6) of the continuing horizontal row is mounted vertically behind the aforementioned next trim (9), and a step is fixed around the next trim (9) via its lower horizontal portion (6.4), the stepped prestressed extension (6.4.1), and the lower vertical portion (6.2), The step of fixing two framed solar panels (8), which are connected using the upper strip (1) and mounted vertically and continuously above each other, to the continuous row of mounting brackets (6), The lower vertical framed solar panel (8) of the two framed solar panels is mounted on the trim (9) at its top, the U-shaped box of the upper strip (1) is placed on the trim (9), and the mounting bracket (6) of the continuing row is mounted perpendicular to the upper strip (1) of the lower framed solar panel (8) using a U-shaped gap, such that the inside of the upper horizontal portion (6.3) of the continuing row mounting bracket (6) is supported thereto, and as a result the trim (9) and the upper vertical portion of the lower framed solar panel (8) are fixed within the U-shaped gap of the continuing row mounting bracket (6) with the help of the stepped prestressed extension (6.4.1). The vertical upper framed solar panel (8) of the two framed solar panels is pressed by its lower frame against the upper vertical portion (6.1) of the continuous row mounting bracket (6), and secured by the prestressed extension (6.1.1) as a click-on connection, and the vertical upper framed solar panel (8) is placed on the upper horizontal portion (6.3) of the continuous row mounting bracket (6), The steps include: installing the framed solar panels (8) connected vertically in a row by the strips (1, or 2 and 3) so that each new vertical row of framed solar panels (8) rests at its base on the mounting bracket (6) of the continuing row, and ensuring that the overlapping portions of the vertically mounted framed solar panels (8) are such that the water seal (7) of the upper strip (1) is hidden beneath the edges of the overlapping framed solar panels (8); Once the installation of the framed solar panels (8) into the first column is completed, the installation of the framed solar panels (8) into the next column is continued, and the steps include ensuring that the left strip (2) of the framed solar panels (8) in the first / previous column and the right strip (3) of the framed solar panels (8) in the second / next column engage with each other within a U-shaped profile to form a water trap, A method characterized by including

7. In the step of fixing the first row of mounting brackets (5) around the trim (9), the first row of mounting brackets (5) is fixed to the trim (9) through the openings (5.5.1) and (5.5.2) in the lower horizontal portion (5.5), In the step of mounting the continuing row of mounting brackets (6) vertically behind the next trim (9), the continuing row of mounting brackets (6) is fixed to the next trim (9) within the lower horizontal portion (6.4) via the opening (6.4.2) having additional fastening means. An extension strip (4) is added to the side strip, and its U-shaped end engages with the U-shaped profiles of the left strip (2) and the right strip (3) to form the water trap. The extension strip (4) of the side strip is cut shorter by removing one U-shaped end from it. The outermost side strip, or the extension strip (4) of the side strip, is covered by the edge plate of the base plate. The method according to claim 6, characterized in that

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