Mounting system and canopy device having a mounting system

Abstract

The invention relates to a mounting system comprising two mounting elements (11) and a tensioning element (12, 13), wherein the mounting system can be attached to a canopy device and can cover an outdoor area, wherein the two mounting elements (11) are separate components, wherein: in the assembled state of the mounting system, the two mounting elements (11) are spaced apart from one another in a horizontal direction with respect to a tensioning direction of the mounting system; the tensioning element (12, 13) extends between the two mounting elements (11) and the tensioning element (12, 13) is supported on the two mounting elements (10, 11); the respective mounting element (11) can be firmly but detachably attached to a supporting member (6) of a canopy device, and the mounting system comprises an attachment element, a solar surface element and a solar module; the configuration of the attachment element is matched to the tensioning element (12, 13) in such a way that the solar surface element, which is connected with the attachment element, can be attached to the tensioning element (12, 13); and the solar module is attached on top of the solar surface element.

Description

[0001] "Mounting system and roofing device with one mounting system"

[0002] State of the art

[0003] In outdoor areas, facilities are regularly present, for example, over comparatively large areas, such that they are exposed to sunlight during the day depending on the weather conditions.

[0004] For example, roofing devices are known in agriculture that provide a protective roof on economically used areas such as fields for crops or other areas above the area to be protected.

[0005] The roofing devices serve, for example, to protect against adverse weather conditions, against harmful birds or insects, or to protect the covered areas from weather-related influences such as frost, hail, rain damage and / or to protect against bacterial or fungal plant diseases.

[0006] Furthermore, operators of agricultural facilities need to find solutions with regard to more efficient energy systems.

[0007] Purpose and advantages of the invention

[0008] The object of the present invention is to improve outdoor facilities as described in the introduction, such as roofing devices for agriculture. In particular, practical solutions with regard to more efficient energy systems are to be offered.

[0009] The invention relates to a mounting system comprising two mounting elements and a clamping element, wherein the mounting elements and the clamping element can be assembled into the mounting system in a usable state of the mounting system, wherein the mounting system is designed such that the mounting system can be attached to a roofing device, wherein the roofing device covers an area outdoors, wherein the two mounting elements are separate components, wherein in the assembled state of the mounting system the two mounting elements are spaced apart from each other in a horizontal direction with respect to a clamping direction of the mounting system, wherein the clamping element runs between the two mounting elements and wherein the clamping element is supported on the two mounting elements, wherein each mounting element is designed such that the respective mounting element can be detachably and firmly attached to a support element of a roofing device.and wherein the mounting system comprises an attachment element, a solar panel element and a solar module, wherein the attachment element is designed to be compatible with the clamping element such that the solar panel element connected to the attachment element can be attached to the clamping element, wherein the solar module is mounted on the solar panel element.

[0010] For example, the solar panel element is integrally formed with the solar module. For example, the solar panel element is formed as a single piece with the solar module.

[0011] For example, the solar module is an integral part of the solar array. For example, the solar array is an integral part of the solar module.

[0012] This allows a roof structure to be used for power generation in a practical way. Additional loads, such as the weight of the solar panels, which the roof structure must bear, can be advantageously absorbed and dissipated.

[0013] The solar module, which can be additionally attached to a ridge or ridge element of the roofing structure, can be secured using the clamping element(s), or with, for example, exactly two clamping elements. For instance, the weight of the solar module can be absorbed by the clamping element and the mounting elements and transferred via the support structures. The solar module can also be fixed, positioned, and / or stretched in a desired spatial orientation using the clamping element, e.g., aligned with the sun. This is advantageous for optimized power generation.

[0014] For example, a tensioning direction of the mounting system is a longitudinal direction of the roofing device and / or a longitudinal direction of a tensioning element and / or a direction along a line along which the support elements of a row of the roofing device are positioned. For example, the solar panel includes quick-release fasteners, wherein the quick-release fasteners are configured to establish a connection between the solar panel and a panel of the roofing device. For example, the quick-release fasteners of the solar panel include zippers and / or hook-and-loop fasteners. For example, the quick-release fasteners of the solar panel are configured for a detachable connection between the solar panel and the panel of the roofing device.

[0015] For example, the surface element of the roofing device is a film, a net, or a fabric. For example, the surface element is single- or multi-layered. For example, the surface element of the roofing device comprises a top film, e.g., a translucent film, and a net underneath. For example, the surface element is flexible, e.g., foldable, e.g., rollable up and down. For example, the surface element is flexible. For example, the solar surface element is flexible.

[0016] Alternatively, instead of using quick-release fasteners, another connection arrangement is available, e.g., to create a permanent connection between the solar panel element and a section of the roofing device's panel element.

[0017] For example, quick-release fasteners are provided in addition to the mounting element. Thus, a connection between the solar panel and the clamping element, the mounting element, or a section of the roofing system's surface element is possible using quick-release fasteners or another type of connection. For instance, the solar panel is designed so that, in addition to being attached to the clamping element, it can also be connected to the roofing system's surface element. For example, the quick-release fasteners on the solar panel are designed to fit the corresponding quick-release fasteners on the roofing system's surface element, allowing for a quick-release connection between the solar panel and the roofing system's surface element.For example, the solar panel has some zipper fasteners which, together with other zipper fasteners on the roofing element, form a zipper connection. For instance, a first unit of quick-release fasteners is located on the underside of one edge of the solar panel, and a second unit of quick-release fasteners, matching the first unit, is located on the upper edge of the roofing element. The first and second units together form the quick-release fastener connection.

[0018] For example, in a pre-assembled mounting system, one or more of the roofing elements are connected at an edge, for example, to an overhanging edge of the solar panel. For example, the clamping element serves to attach the solar panel and the roofing element.

[0019] For example, on both sides of the ridge area, the respective solar panel element is detachably connected to the corresponding surface element. For example, quick-release fasteners are provided on both sides of the ridge area for the detachable connection of the solar panel element and the surface element. These are protected against influences from above, such as rain, hail, and UV light, or are covered by the solar panel element. In a mounting system with two clamping elements running laterally along the mounting element, the respective lateral surface element of, for example, a gable-shaped roof structure is indirectly or indirectly attached to the respective clamping element. For example, the respective lateral surface element is indirectly attached to both sides of a considered ridge area of ​​the roof structure, for example, with its upper longitudinal edge.indirectly attached or supported at the respective tensioning element, i.e. a first tensioning element on a left side of the ridge area and a second tensioning element on a right side of the ridge area, and thus stabilized, for example.

[0020] For example, with the mounting system installed, a surface element of the roofing structure can be fixed via the tensioning element, e.g., attached to the tensioning element. This allows, for example, part or all of the roofing structure to be stabilized, e.g., against the effects of wind, storms, rain, and / or hail.

[0021] The tensioning element runs, for example, horizontally and / or vertically offset from a ridge element of the roofing structure that is stretched longitudinally. For instance, the longitudinal direction of the ridge element corresponds to the longitudinal direction of the roofing structure. The ridge element extends horizontally, connecting the vertically upper ends of support elements in a series of multiple support elements of the roofing structure. The ridge element defines a ridge line for a gable-roof-like section of the roofing structure. With multiple rows of support elements, the roofing structure comprises several, for example, identical gable-roof-like sections. These multiple gable-roof-like sections are located side by side, perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the roofing structure.

[0022] For example, the tensioning element is an elongated tensile element. For example, the tensioning element is a tensile-resistant element such as a wire or a rope. For example, in its operating state, the tensioning element is a longitudinal cable or wire. For example, in the combined state of the mounting system on a roofing structure, the tensioning element extends longitudinally along the roofing structure.

[0023] For example, the solar panel can be single-layered, double-layered, triple-layered, or multi-layered with more than three layers. The multiple layers may be different from each other or identical.

[0024] For example, the solar panel element comprises a flexible, flat element such as a film, a skin, a tarpaulin, a net, and / or a fleece. Alternatively, the solar panel element might comprise a foam, e.g., with a cellular structure. The foam is, for example, flexible or partially flexible.

[0025] For example, the longitudinal direction of the roofing structure is defined by exactly one or by several rows of supports offset perpendicular to the longitudinal direction. A row of supports is spaced apart from each other longitudinally and in a line that defines the longitudinal direction of the roofing structure. Accordingly, the ridge element is aligned longitudinally with the roofing structure. For example, on each row, e.g., on each row if the roofing system has multiple rows of supports, a ridge element extends over all the supports of that row, e.g., fixed to an upper end of each support or all the supports in a row. For example, a ridge element runs taut along each row, stretched across all the supports of the corresponding row, e.g., in contact with the upper end of each of the multiple supports in the row.For example, the ridge element of the canopy is horizontally oriented. The mounting system can be assembled in such a way that, in its operational state, it can be combined with a canopy structure already installed on-site. For example, the mounting system can be attached to the fully assembled canopy structure, e.g., retrofitted. For example, the mounting system can be attached to the frame of the fully assembled canopy structure.

[0026] For example, the roofing device has a surface element that adjoins the ridge element laterally and is inclined, for example, at an angle to the horizontal, on one or both sides of the ridge element. This surface element forms, for example, the...

[0027] B. a ridge area of ​​the roofing structure. This surface element forms, for example, a ridge area of ​​the roofing structure, e.g., in the longitudinal direction of the ridge element, on one or both sides of the ridge element, e.g., in the case of a gable roof design, encompassing the entire surface area of ​​the surface element. The ridge area is, for example, located in a region of the roofing structure oriented towards the zenith with respect to the supporting elements.

[0028] The surface element of the ridge area extends, for example, along the ridge element. The surface element of the ridge area extends, for example, in a strip parallel to the ridge element. The ridge area comprises, for example, a section of the entire surface element of the roofing structure. The solar module is attached to the surface element of the ridge area, either detachably or permanently. It is also conceivable that the solar surface element, which incorporates the solar module, is attached to the surface element of the ridge area, either detachably or permanently.

[0029] Alternatively, it is also conceivable that only the portion of the existing roofing element belonging to the ridge area is replaced by the solar panel with its integrated solar module. This would allow for a corresponding reduction in the size of the roofing element.

[0030] It is also possible that a section of the roofing system's surface element, such as the element located at the ridge, replaces or constitutes the solar panel element of the mounting system. For example, the solar module itself, without the solar panel element, can be attached to the relevant section of the roofing system's surface element, either detachably or permanently. This eliminates the need for the separate solar panel element that would otherwise be part of the mounting system. For instance, the structure and / or material of the roofing system's surface element may be identical to the structure and / or material of the solar panel element.

[0031] Alternatively, the structure and / or material of the roofing element differs from the structure and / or material of the solar surface element.

[0032] A solar module can be mounted above the ridge section panel, for example, along its entire or nearly its entire length or in the longitudinal direction of the roof structure. The mounting element can be attached to the panel, for example, to a longitudinal edge of the panel facing away from the ridge section. Another longitudinal edge of the panel faces or is adjacent to the ridge section and can be connected to it.

[0033] A solar panel element and / or a panel element of the roofing system comprises, for example, a film and / or a net that is laid out flat. The solar panel element and / or a panel element of the roofing system provides, for example, a protective roof function for the roofing system.

[0034] For example, a solar module is understood to be a solar cell. For example, the solar module, like the solar cell, comprises a photochemically active functional unit. For example, a solar module is a photochemically active functional unit.

[0035] For example, the solar module includes the photochemically active functional unit and the solar surface element.

[0036] For example, the solar panel is made of a non-photochemically active material. For example, the solar panel serves as a mechanically load-bearing support for the photochemically active functional unit. For example, the photochemically active functional unit and the solar panel form an integral component, e.g., an inseparable component.

[0037] For example, the solar module is detachably connected to the solar panel element. For example, the solar module is detachably connected to the solar panel element via quick-release fasteners or quick-release fasteners. For example, the solar module is detachably connected to the solar panel element via zippers and / or hook-and-loop fasteners and / or snap fasteners.

[0038] For example, the solar module is connected to the solar panel element by means of fasteners. These fasteners may include closures, quick-release fasteners, zippers, hook-and-loop fasteners, tags, snap fasteners, eyelets, or other suitable connecting means. The solar module may be permanently or temporarily connected to the solar panel element by these fasteners. For example, the solar module may be connected to the solar panel element by other suitable fasteners, such as by being attached to it. For example, the solar module may be connected to the solar panel element by clamps and / or snap fasteners. For example, the solar module may be connected by tag fasteners, such as tags. For example, two tags or two tag parts that together form a tag can be connected by a fastening system.For example, a plaque is made of a plastic material. A plaque might have, for example, two parts that can be positioned open or closed relative to each other. In the open position, thin sections, such as foil or mesh sections, can be inserted between the plaque parts. These thin sections can then be pressed together, for example, by compression or surface pressure, when the plaque parts are closed. The thin sections could be, for example, a section of the solar module on one side and a section of the solar panel element on the other. The connected sections remain firmly joined by pressing the two plaque parts together, for example, by a locking system. This creates a kind of sandwich structure consisting of the two outer plaque parts and the thin sections fixed between them.two or more sections of the solar module and the solar panel element.

[0039] For example, other connecting devices such as through-hole and / or screw devices can also be used, which, for example, perforate the sections of the solar module and the solar panel element and apply a clamping effect from the outside to the two or more layers of the solar module and the solar panel element in the connection area.

[0040] For example, the solar module is permanently or irreparably bonded to the solar panel, e.g., by adhesive bonding, gluing, and / or sewing. For example, the solar module is permanently bonded to the solar panel, e.g., by a thermally bonded connection. For example, the solar module is integrally bonded to the solar panel. For example, the solar panel is a film, such as a thin film or a flexible carrier film, or the like. For example, the solar panel is a film with a material thickness of, for example, between 0.1 mm and 25 mm, e.g., between 0.1 mm and 20 mm, e.g., between 0.1 mm and 15 mm, e.g., between 0.1 mm and 10 mm, e.g., between 0.1 mm and 8 mm, e.g., between 0.1 mm and 6 mm, e.g.,Between 0.1 millimeters and 4 millimeters, e.g., between 0.1 millimeters and 2 millimeters. For example, the solar panel element is a flat mesh material, a textile material, or a non-woven material. For example, the solar panel element is a foam material, or the solar panel element comprises a foam material.

[0041] For example, the thickness of the solar module corresponds to the thickness of the solar panel or is in the range of the thickness of the solar panel.

[0042] For example, the solar module and / or the solar panel is a thin, flat element. The solar module with the solar panel, for instance, has a thickness between 1 and 30 millimeters.

[0043] For example, the solar module is flexible and / or bendable and / or foldable and / or rollable. The solar module and the solar panel element together can, for example, be folded and / or rolled up and down.

[0044] For example, the solar module is a thin-film component. For example, the solar module is a component manufactured or bonded using an adhesive process. For example, the solar module is a multi-layer component.

[0045] For example, in a usable state, the solar module is present on a roofing device in a strip-shaped area, with the area extending longitudinally adjacent to the ridge element.

[0046] For example, in a mounting system attached to a roof structure, the solar module is positioned on both sides of the roof's ridge element. This means that little to no sunlight penetrates the area covered by the solar module or its sub-units. In the area near the zenith of the roof structure, i.e., at the ridge or along a ridge element, this sun protection effect is generally desirable for the plants growing beneath the structure, for example, during the sun's highest point in the sky.

[0047] Further areas covered by the roofing device, which are covered by the transparent or predominantly transparent or by the translucent surface element, allow light to reach the crops located underneath.

[0048] For example, the mounting system comprises two mounting elements, a clamping element, an attachment element, a solar panel element, and a solar module or photochemically active unit. Alternatively, the mounting system may have more than two mounting elements. These multiple mounting elements may be identical to one another. For example, the clamping element may run along its length between the multiple mounting elements, e.g., between all of them.

[0049] For example, the multiple clamping elements extend between the multiple mounting elements, e.g., parallel between the mounting elements.

[0050] For example, the solar module includes electrical connection points for electrical connection to another solar module and / or a peripheral unit. For example, the peripheral unit includes an energy storage device and / or a power consumer. For example, the solar module comprises several solar module sub-units that are, for example, identical in construction. For example, several solar module sub-units are electrically interconnected via electrical connection points and connections and can be connected to a peripheral unit.

[0051] For example, the solar module is alternatively designed as exactly one continuous solar module. For example, the solar module, comprising the solar surface element, is a thin, planar component whose length is such that it extends over a partial length of the roofing structure in relation to a longitudinal direction of the roofing structure.

[0052] For example, the solar module extends along the length of a ridge section of a subsection, e.g., several or all gable-roof-like subsections of the roofing structure, on both sides of the ridge element, for example, in a strip shape on each side of the ridge element. The ridge element is, for example, a flexible, tensionable tension element. For example, the ridge element is made of a Meta II material or a plastic material, e.g., a plastic wire or a plastic rope, or a composite material.

[0053] For example, the ridge element could be a ridge rope, ridge wire, ridge hand, or, for instance, a tension wire or tension cable. Alternatively, the ridge element could be a rigid, elongated component such as a ridge profile, a ridge pole, or a ridge tube.

[0054] For example, in the case of the roofing device, the solar module extends on one or both sides of the ridge element in a strip-shaped area that is present along its length adjacent to the ridge element.

[0055] For example, in addition to the ridge area, other areas include, for instance, all other areas of the roof structure formed by the surface element without a solar module, which are particularly permeable to sunlight. This ensures that the plants growing underneath receive sufficient sunlight.

[0056] In the operational state of the mounting system, the one or more tensioning elements run vertically downwards along the roofing structure, offset laterally or horizontally from the ridge area or ridge element. A respective longitudinal edge section of the solar module or solar panel can be attached to the tensioning element(s) using the mounting elements, e.g., by hooking them in.

[0057] For example, the base shape of a solar module is rectangular or strip-shaped.

[0058] For example, the solar module or solar panel element has several mounting elements distributed along one long side for attachment to the clamping element and along the length of the clamping element.

[0059] For example, it is conceivable that the solar module has several mounting elements distributed along both long sides. These elements allow the solar module to be attached to the tensioning element with one long side, and to a section of the roofing structure, such as a panel or ridge element, with the other long side. For instance, the mounting element might have a hook-in contour that is designed to engage with a tensioning element for laterally attaching the mounting element to the tensioning element.

[0060] For example, the mounting element on the solar module or solar panel element can be attached, for example, by clamping and / or tacking and / or screwing onto the solar module.

[0061] For example, the mounting element is a separate component made of, for example, a plastic material and / or a metal material.

[0062] For example, the mounting element is a mounting plate with two connectable plates, which is used as a standard component in fruit growing and can be attached to a flat flexible film.

[0063] For example, the plates can be assembled and pressed together using snap-fit ​​or screw-in devices.

[0064] In its operational state, the mounting system's clamping element is tightly stretched between the two mounting elements. This facilitates the insertion of the attachment element.

[0065] Alternatively, for example, the mounting element is integrally present on the solar module or the solar surface element.

[0066] For example, a solar module is also called a photovoltaic module, PV module, or solar panel. A solar module can be, for example, inflexible or rigid. A solar module can also be, for example, partially flexible.

[0067] For example, flexible or semi-flexible solar modules are based on organic materials.

[0068] For example, the mounting element is a stamped or cut metal or sheet metal component, such as one cut using a laser cutting process. For example, the mounting element is a sheet metal component that has bent edges, for example, to increase the component's mechanical stability.

[0069] For example, the shape of the mounting element has an axis of symmetry, or the mounting element is symmetrically shaped. For example, the two mounting elements are identical, or if there are more than two mounting elements, several or all of them are identical to each other.

[0070] For example, the clamping element is designed to be spatially positioned between two fixed mounting elements. A solar module can be attached to and / or supported on a clamped clamping element that is held between exactly two or more than two mounting elements, with one longitudinal side of the solar module being supported.

[0071] For example, there are several clamping elements between the two or more mounting elements. For example, there are exactly two clamping elements between the mounting elements.

[0072] For example, in a usage state of the mounting system assembled on a roofing device, a first solar module can be supported on a first side, for example a right ridge side of the roofing device, on exactly one clamping element or on exactly two or more clamping elements on the relevant right side of the ridge element.

[0073] For example, in a usage state of the mounting system assembled on a roofing device, a second solar module is supported on a second side, for example a left ridge side of the roofing device, on exactly one clamping element or on exactly two or more clamping elements on the relevant left side of the ridge element.

[0074] For example, in a mounting system with exactly two tensioning elements, e.g., two separate tensioning wires or cables, the first solar module and the second solar module can each be supported or are supported by exactly one tensioning element.

[0075] For example, the roofing device usually includes a ridge element, e.g., exactly one ridge element for one or for each of the several rows, each with several supports of the corresponding row standing along a line.

[0076] In a system with a roofing structure comprising a ridge element along a series of supports, to which a mounting system is attached, there is typically, for example, exactly one corresponding ridge element of each row of the roofing structure and, additionally, exactly one tensioning element of the mounting system, or additionally, exactly two tensioning elements of the mounting system. The additional tensioning elements increase the stability of the overall system compared to the roofing structure alone. In a mounted mounting system with, for example, exactly two parallel tensioning elements, the overall system has, for example, exactly three elements acting longitudinally in the direction of the rows, e.g., tensile elements, per row of supports, comprising exactly one ridge element of the support row and, additionally, the two tensioning elements of the mounting system.As a rule, the ridge element and the one or more tensioning elements run parallel, usually horizontally.

[0077] For example, a mounting element has a first receptacle and a second receptacle, the first receptacle being for supporting a first clamping element on the mounting element, and the second receptacle being for supporting a second clamping element on the mounting element. For example, a receptacle forms a bearing point for the clamping element supported by the corresponding receptacle.

[0078] For example, a mounting forms a loose bearing point for the respective clamping element.

[0079] The remaining length of the clamping element between the two or more mounting elements is spatially free in space, e.g. freely suspended or hanging.

[0080] For example, the first clamping element and the second clamping element are separate components or sections of a connected component, with the connected or one-piece component forming the first and second clamping elements, for example by a 180-degree bend of the one-piece component.

[0081] For example, the first mounting point forms a bearing point, such as a support point for the first clamping element on the mounting element.

[0082] For example, the second receptacle forms a bearing point, such as a support point for the second clamping element on the mounting element. For example, the first receptacle provides support for the first clamping element, which is inserted through the receptacle with, for example, one end face of the clamping element. For example, the second receptacle provides support for the inserted second clamping element.

[0083] For example, the respective first mounting bracket is designed for the respective first clamping element in such a way that the first clamping element is not fixed to the corresponding mounting bracket and / or there is no rigid connection between the mounting bracket or the mounting element and the respective first clamping element. This allows for a slight relative movement between the clamping element and the mounting element in the area of ​​the mounting bracket. This relative movement enables a certain degree of compliance and flexible movement between the clamping element and the mounting element when subjected to external loads on the system, such as storm or wind loads, which exert forces on the solar module.

[0084] Alternatively, for example, the respective clamping element can be fixed to a corresponding receptacle, e.g. without allowing any relative movement between the clamping element and the receptacle of the mounting element.

[0085] For example, the respective receptacle provides mechanical support for a corresponding clamping element. For instance, the support is completely enclosed around the clamping element, e.g., if the receptacle has an opening or hole, such as a round hole, in the mounting element. For example, the inner diameter of the receptacle may be slightly larger than the outer dimension or diameter of the corresponding clamping element. This results in a small amount of play between the clamping element and the mounting element.

[0086] For example, the receptacle may consist of a bore or a through opening in the mounting element. Alternatively, the receptacle may be elongated or slotted, or a slot open to an edge of the mounting element. For example, the slot may have a width slightly larger than the outer diameter of the clamping element.

[0087] For example, the clamping element is supported by resting it against the mounting. For example, the clamping element is supported against the mounting over a length of the clamping element that corresponds to a thickness of the mounting element's material, e.g., over a length between 1 and 10 millimeters or, for example, over a length between 1 and 5 millimeters.

[0088] For example, forces acting on or via the mounting element, such as the weight of the solar module, can be transferred to the clamping element. Forces and loads are absorbed and transferred from the clamping element via the mounting element, for example, via the mounting elements and, for example, via the support elements if the mounting elements are attached to support elements of the roofing structure.

[0089] For example, external forces acting on the solar module, such as weather-dependent forces from wind, rain and / or hail, can be absorbed and diverted, for example, into a ground or mounting surface of the roofing device.

[0090] The entire setup can be stabilized for practical use.

[0091] The advantage of this design is that the clamping element possesses a certain degree of flexibility or flexibility, allowing for a limited degree of movement when subjected to external stress on the solar module. This helps prevent damage to the solar module, the roofing structure, and / or the mounting system caused by wind, storms, rain, or hail. Furthermore, the solar module remains securely fixed, correctly aligned with the sun's position, and held flat against the mounting system.

[0092] For example, the mounting element is a metal component such as a plate-like part. For instance, the mounting element is created from a metal plate using a laser cutting or punching process.

[0093] The mounting element is, for example, a single piece made of a metal material, such as steel. Alternatively, the mounting element may be made of a plate-like metal component, such as a sheet of steel.

[0094] For example, the mounting element is a sheet metal bent component and / or a sheet metal stamped component. For example, the mounting element has a material thickness or sheet metal thickness that is in the range of, for example, between 1 mm and 10 mm, between 1 mm and 8 mm, between 1 mm and 7 mm, between 1 mm and 6 mm, between 1 mm and 5 mm, or between 1 mm and less than 5 mm.

[0095] For example, the mounting element has exactly one receptacle, exactly two receptacles for a corresponding clamping element, or more than exactly two receptacles. This allows a corresponding number of clamping elements to be held or supported on the mounting element. For example, the mounting element has exactly two receptacles for exactly two clamping elements or for supporting exactly two clamping element sections.

[0096] For example, the solar panel element is designed as a continuous flexible component, wherein the solar module is arranged within two areas of the solar panel element, the two areas of the solar panel element being separated by a longitudinal axis of the solar panel element, so that the solar panel element can be arranged in a curved shape along the longitudinal axis of the solar panel element above and to the side of a ridge element of the roofing device in a tunnel-shaped configuration of the solar panel element.

[0097] For example, the solar panel element is designed as a closed surface. For example, a central area between the two areas of the solar panel element containing the solar module has a width that is in the range of 10 to 30 percent of the total width of the solar panel element.

[0098] This allows for the advantageous production and installation of a solar panel element with a solar module on a roof structure that has one or more rows of gable-shaped roof sections. For example, the solar module is an integral part of the solar panel element. The solar panel element is also a multi-layered component.

[0099] For example, the solar module is symmetrically positioned on the solar array element. For example, the solar module comprises exactly two solar module sections. For example, the solar module comprises a first solar module section and a second solar module section, which are, for example, identically designed. For example, the first and / or the second solar module section comprises several subunits that are electrically connected or interconnected, for example, in series. For example, a first solar module section is strip-shaped and is located within a first partial area, for example, a half-area or half of the solar array element, relative to a longitudinal axis of the solar array element, for example, relative to a central longitudinal axis that separates the two half-areas or halves.

[0100] For example, a second solar module section is designed in a strip shape and is located within a second partial area, for example, another half-area or half of the solar panel element. For example, exactly two solar module sections of this type are present on the solar panel element.

[0101] For example, there is no solar module in the central area of ​​the solar panel. For example, the central area of ​​the solar panel is a strip-shaped area centered on the longitudinal axis. For example, the central area of ​​the solar panel is transparent, translucent, partially opaque, or completely opaque. For example, in the case of rain-resistant crops or covered areas, the central area of ​​the solar panel is perforated, for example, to allow rainwater to drain downwards.

[0102] For example, the solar panel can be positioned, for instance, above the ridge element, by bending it along its central longitudinal axis when the mounting system is attached to the roofing structure. In this configuration, the solar panel can be shaped like a saddle or a tunnel.

[0103] For example, one or more mounting elements are provided on a first longitudinal edge of the solar panel element and / or on a second longitudinal edge of the solar panel element for attaching, e.g., for hanging, screwing or fixing the solar panel element to a respective clamping element.

[0104] If the mounting system includes two clamping elements that run along the left and right sides of the ridge area, for example, alongside the ridge element, the solar panel can be attached to the clamping elements at both longitudinal edges using the mounting elements provided there. For example, another longitudinal edge of the solar panel is supported by the corresponding ridge element, e.g., attached, fastened, or placed on top of the ridge element. For example, the first mounting element and / or the second mounting element includes an opening. For example, the first mounting element and / or the second mounting element is designed as a material-free opening in the mounting element material. The opening is, for example, a round bore or a hole of another shape in the mounting element. For example, the clear opening dimension is slightly larger than the outer dimension of the clamping element, e.g., by 1–3 millimeters.For example, the clamping element has a circular or polygonal cross-sectional shape.

[0105] For example, the through-bolt clamping element is fully enclosed within the holder. The clamping element is then inserted through the bore or hole with one end leading.

[0106] For example, the first opening includes a first opening for inserting a first clamping element. For example, the second opening includes a second opening for inserting a second clamping element.

[0107] For example, the mounting element has a first arm with the first opening and a second arm with the second opening. For example, the two arms extend outwards from a central area of ​​the mounting element. For example, the mounting element is cross-shaped or approximately cross-shaped in plan view.

[0108] For example, the mounting element is semi-circular or boomerang-shaped in plan view. For example, the mounting element is cross-shaped or star-shaped, for example with exactly two or more than two arms.

[0109] A receptacle is formed in a section of the free end of each arm. For example, exactly two receptacles are formed on exactly two arms, or exactly one receptacle per arm. This allows a mounting element to be used variably, e.g., when exactly one clamping element runs between the two mounting elements, or when optionally more than one clamping element section runs between the two mounting elements, e.g., two, three, or four clamping element sections. Receptacles not used for guiding a clamping element can remain free on the mounting element. For example, the mounting element has a central section and adjoining arms. The arms, which may be elongated and / or strip-shaped and / or flat and / or contoured, are symmetrically arranged on the mounting element, e.g., pointing in opposite directions or outwards.

[0110] For example, the mounting element is plate-like and has bent edge sections. Alternatively, the mounting element may have a U-shaped cross-section, e.g., to increase its mechanical stability.

[0111] For example, another component is designed to complement the mounting element in such a way that it can be connected to the mounting element and, when connected, provides mechanical stiffening to the mounting element. This additional component might be designed, for example, as a stiffening profile. It could be connected to the mounting element, for instance, via a mutual, surface-mounted contact. The connection could be made using fasteners such as screws or by a material bond such as welding or bonding.

[0112] When connected to another component, a mounting element can optionally be further improved with regard to its mechanical properties. For example, compared to a mounting element without another component, the assembly element connected to the other component can withstand higher tensile and / or compressive loads and / or is more resistant to flexible and / or plastic deformation.

[0113] For example, the clamping element includes a flexible metallic element.

[0114] For example, the clamping element is a flexible metallic element capable of withstanding tensile stress in the longitudinal direction. For example, the clamping element is a flexible element capable of withstanding tensile stress in the longitudinal direction, e.g., made of a plastic or composite material.

[0115] For example, a composite material, such as a composite material, is formed by a combination of exactly two or more than two pure base materials. For example, a composite material comprises a first base material, e.g., a metal material, which is enclosed by a second base material.

[0116] For example, the clamping element comprises an inner core made of a metal material, wherein the inner core is coated or encased on the outside, e.g., over its entire outer surface, by a plastic material such as a plastic layer. For example, the clamping element and / or the additional clamping element is a laterally flexible element, i.e., flexible perpendicular to its longitudinal direction. For example, the clamping element is rigid in its longitudinal direction, e.g., a tensile-resistant tension element such as a tension cable.

[0117] For example, the tensioning element and / or the additional tensioning element is a continuous and / or a single-piece component. For example, the tensioning element is a tension cable, tension wire, wire rope, metal wire, metal cable, steel cable, plastic wire or plastic rope, or composite material wire.

[0118] For example, the clamping element and / or the additional clamping element is made of a corrosion-resistant material.

[0119] For example, the tensioning element and / or the additional tensioning element is multifilament, constructed from several wires, e.g., twisted or interwoven, made of metal or plastic. For example, the interwoven wires are made of steel, stainless steel, or galvanized metal. Alternatively, the interwoven wires may be made of plastic wire or plastic rope.

[0120] For example, the clamping element and / or the additional clamping element is monofilament, e.g., a one-piece, elongated metallic component such as a solid metal wire. Alternatively, the clamping element may be monofilament, e.g., a one-piece, elongated component made of a plastic material.

[0121] For example, the clamping element and / or the additional clamping element is tensile-resistant and / or flexible and / or elastic and / or bendable and / or plastically deformable. For example, the clamping element and / or the additional clamping element is a steel wire or a steel cable. For example, the clamping element has an outer dimension or diameter between 2 and 15 mm, or between 2 and 14 mm, or between 2 and 13 mm, or between 2 and 12 mm, or between 2 and 10 mm, or between 2 and 8 mm, or between 2 and 6 mm. For example, the outer diameter of the clamping element is between 4 mm and 8 mm. For example, the outer diameter of the clamping element is 6 mm.For example, an adapter unit is provided, wherein the adapter unit is designed in such a way that an end section of a clamping element can be fixed to the adapter unit, wherein the adapter unit is designed for detachable attachment to a support element of a roofing system.

[0122] For example, the adapter unit comprises several components, each made of a different metal or steel material. For instance, the adapter unit includes a plug-in part and a receiver part, which are formed as separate components. For example, the plug-in part and the receiver part can be assembled and detachably connected using fasteners such as screws. For example, the receiver part is designed for a detachable, fixed connection with one or more clamping elements or multiple clamping element sections. For example, exactly two clamping elements or exactly two clamping element end sections are permanently attached to the receiver part.

[0123] For example, the adapter unit comprises a square hollow profile that forms, for instance, a base body of the receiving part. The receiving part, for example, comprises an eyelet section or an eyelet element with an eyelet or ring for threading and engaging an end section of a clamping element.

[0124] For example, a receiving part is designed for the detachable fixing of a first clamping element and a second clamping element.

[0125] For example, an end section of a clamping element is received and clamped to a first support element in a series of support elements via an adapter unit. For example, another end section of the same clamping element is received and clamped to a final support element in the same series of support elements via another adapter unit.

[0126] For example, the plug-in part is designed with a gripping section that is appropriately sized to grip the support element, such as a vertically upper end section of the support element. For example, the plug-in part has a clamp, e.g., with spaced-apart opposing jaws, whereby the clamp can be attached to the support element so that the support element is gripped by the clamp. The clamp has, for example, openings that are appropriately sized to openings on the support element, so that the plug-in part attached to the support element can be securely fastened to the support element using, for example, screws or plug-in fasteners, e.g., screwed on with screws and nuts. For example, the receiving part can be attached to the plug-in part, e.g., positively engaged and / or screwed on.

[0127] For example, the gripping section is U-shaped with opposing free legs that are connected on one side via a base.

[0128] For example, on a side of the base opposite the legs, there are two further opposing legs. The other two legs are located on the opposite edge of the base, which does not have the legs of the gripping section. The legs of the gripping section and the other legs extend in opposite directions from the plug-in part. The double U-shaped plug-in part, for example, serves to secure it to a square support element, such as a square concrete column or support element. One U-shaped section grips the support element, and the other, a second U-shaped section, grips the receiving part. The respective U-shaped sections are, for example, securely bolted to the support element or to the plug-in part.

[0129] Alternatively, the plug-in part can be designed as a hollow sleeve, e.g., a cylindrical hollow sleeve or a tubular sleeve, for mounting onto a cylindrical support element. The hollow sleeve has, for example, several through-holes for screwing the sleeve onto the support element using screws. For example, the sleeve has two opposing parallel longitudinal slots. The longitudinal slots are open on one long side of the sleeve and extend, for example, over a significant axial length of the sleeve, e.g., between 60 and 90 percent of the total length of the sleeve. A receiving part belonging to the sleeve has, for example, a round opening with an opening diameter, e.g., 1 to 5 percent larger than the outer diameter of the sleeve. The opening in the receiving part has two opposing points with a lug projecting radially to the longitudinal axis of the opening, which engages precisely in the corresponding longitudinal slot when the sleeve is mounted.This creates an anti-rotation device between the attached receiving part and the plug-in part, the plug-in part being formed as a hollow slotted sleeve.

[0130] For example, an adapter unit is specifically designed to fit the outer shape of the support element and / or the inner shape of a hollow support element. For example, an adapter unit is designed to be slid or attached to an end section of the support element with minimal clearance to the outside and / or inside of the support element. For example, the adapter unit is designed to fit a square outer shape of the support element. For example, the adapter unit is designed to fit a square inner shape of the support element, if this is, for example, designed as a hollow profile such as a square hollow profile.

[0131] For example, the adapter unit is specifically designed to fit a cylindrical outer shape of the support element. Similarly, the adapter unit is also specifically designed to fit a cylindrical inner shape of the support element, such as an internal cylindrical tube profile.

[0132] For example, an adapter unit is designed to absorb tensile forces from the tensioned tensioning element and transfer them via a support structure to which the adapter unit is attached. This can be achieved, for example, via a support structure and / or further guying devices or anchors such as ground anchors. For example, tensile forces acting on the adapter unit from the tensioning element can be transferred via the adapter unit into the support structure and then into a ground surface. The ground surface is, for example, a natural outdoor ground surface in which the support structures of the roofing system are erected and firmly fixed at their lower ends.

[0133] For example, an adapter unit is provided for each row of support elements on a first or foremost support element.

[0134] For example, for each row of support elements, an adapter unit is provided at the last or rearmost support element. For example, for each row of support elements, an adapter unit is provided at the first support element and another adapter unit is provided at the last support element. Between the first and last support elements, a mounting element is typically attached, for example, to all subsequent support elements or to every second subsequent support element in the same row.

[0135] For example, unlike the adapter unit, the mounting elements generally do not absorb tensile forces from the clamping element. Instead, a clamping element is loosely inserted through a receptacle of the mounting element. Tensile forces are transferred at each end of the tensioned clamping element, for example, via the respective adapter unit at the first and last support elements when the mounting system is installed on the roofing structure.

[0136] The mounting elements serve to spatially define the positioning of the tensioning element and to provide lateral or, for example, regular underside support for the tensioning element in order to absorb the relevant portions of the weight forces of the solar module, which is attached lengthwise to the tensioning element. Attachment is achieved via the typically multiple mounting elements. When attached to the roofing structure, the solar module or solar panel is generally mounted or suspended along a longitudinal side of the solar module opposite or away from a ridge element of the roofing structure.

[0137] For example, on a series of support elements, the clamping element extends from a first adapter unit on a first support element of the series, over several mounting elements spaced longitudinally along the series according to the support elements, on further support elements, up to a last adapter unit on the last support element of the series.

[0138] For example, an adapter unit is provided on the first support and the last support of a roofing device, with both end areas of the associated tensioning element being received on a receiving component and held in the tensioned state.

[0139] For example, the support element(s) of the multiple rows of the roofing system are vertically oriented. The support elements, together with a ridge element encompassing a ridge section, form an arrangement for supporting, for example, gable-roof-shaped surface elements to provide, for instance, a protective roof for the roofing structure. For example, exactly one row of support elements spaced along a line forms a gable-roof-shaped structure with spanned areas of the surface element. For example, the gable-roof-shaped structure has, for example, a diagonally oriented surface element on one side of the row of support elements. For example, the gable-roof-shaped structure has, for example, another diagonally oriented surface element on another side of the row of support elements, thus providing both sides of the gable roof.Accordingly, with several parallel rows of supporting elements, each with a saddle-shaped structure, several saddle-shaped rows of suspended surface elements result. Except for the outermost saddle-shaped rows on each side, whose longitudinal outer eaves form an outer edge of the roofing structure, the eaves on both sides of a saddle-shaped structure are adjacent to an eaves of the next saddle-shaped row of the roofing structure. For example, the roofing structure has several identically constructed, parallel saddle-shaped rows.

[0140] For example, the adapter unit is designed for a fixed connection with an end section of a clamping element. For instance, the clamping element is fixed to the adapter unit with a connecting element such as a clamping element and / or a clamping element, or it is hooked onto the adapter unit with a loop-shaped end section of the clamping element, or it is knotted to the adapter unit.

[0141] For example, an end section of a first clamping element and an end section of a second clamping element are permanently connected or connectable to the adapter unit.

[0142] For example, the adapter unit is designed to be attached to a free end of the support element. For example, the plug-in part of the adapter unit is designed to fit snugly onto the free upper end of the support element.

[0143] For example, the plug-in part is attached in an axial direction to the longitudinal axis of the support element.

[0144] For example, the plug-in part can be securely fixed or fixed in position to the support element. The receiving part can be detached from the plug-in part and permanently attached.

[0145] For example, screws or threaded studs can be attached and secured to the mounting part via corresponding openings or holes. Each screw or threaded stud has one or two eyelets through which the ends of the clamping element engage and can be secured during assembly. Additional eyelets can be used, for example, to mechanically stabilize and load-bearing the adapter unit by bracing it to a floor or other fixed structure, using tension wires or similar devices.

[0146] For example, one of the receiving parts of the adapter unit is designed as a square hollow profile.

[0147] For example, when the mounting system is attached to the

[0148] The roofing device consists of a receiving part oriented horizontally and perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the clamping elements. Holes are provided in both longitudinal end sections to accommodate screws and / or threaded studs with eyelets or similar fittings, and to attach the respective ends of, for example, two clamping elements to these eyelets.

[0149] For example, the mounting element is plate-shaped with a central area and an arm extending from it. For example, there may be several arms extending from the central area. For example, there may be exactly two arms extending from the central area, which may, for example, extend in opposite directions. In the operating state, the two arms each extend laterally in a horizontal direction. For example, in the operating state, the two arms each extend laterally, with one longitudinal axis of each arm inclined slightly downwards, for example, at an angle of 20 to 40 degrees to the horizontal, or inclined at another angle, or not inclined at all. For example, the mounting element may be symmetrical about a vertical and / or a horizontal axis.

[0150] For example, the mounting element is cross-shaped or approximately cross-shaped in plan view. For example, the mounting element is star-shaped with a central area and outward-projecting arms.

[0151] For example, the mounting element has a first arm with a first receptacle for a clamping element. For example, the mounting element has a second arm with a second receptacle for a clamping element. For example, the two arms extend outwards from a central area of ​​the mounting element in opposite directions.

[0152] For example, the central area of ​​the mounting element has an opening, a recess, and / or a bore that serves to attach the mounting element to a support structure. For example, the mounting element and the support structure are designed to be compatible such that the mounting element can be detachably attached to a support structure, for example, using a snap-fit ​​or screw-in mechanism. For example, the mounting element can be attached to the support structure using screws. For example, suitable openings are provided on the mounting element and on an upper end section of a support structure, e.g., horizontally oriented round bores in relation to the operating state.For example, the fasteners for attaching the adapter unit to a support element, or for attaching the receiving part to the plug-in part, or for attaching the mounting element to a support element include, for example, a cap screw, ring screw, eye screw, threaded rod, screw nut, ring nut, simple washer, spring washer and / or a spring and / or snap ring.

[0153] The invention relates to a roofing device with a mounting system, wherein the mounting system is designed according to one of the embodiments discussed above, wherein the roofing device is designed for roofing an area outdoors, comprising a surface element and a support arrangement with support elements, wherein the support arrangement can be anchored to a ground surface of the area, and wherein the surface element supported by the support arrangement serves to form a flat protective roof above the area, wherein the mounted mounting system is configured such that, when light irradiates the solar module, light energy can be converted into electrical energy. The generated electrical energy can be supplied to a peripheral unit, such as an energy storage device, an electrical consumer, and / or a power grid, by means of suitable devices and electrical connections.

[0154] For example, the solar module or solar panel element and the panel element are detachably connected to each other, for example with quick-connect fasteners or quick-release fasteners.

[0155] For example, quick-release fasteners include zipper fasteners and / or hook and loop fasteners and / or snap fasteners.

[0156] For example, the solar module or solar panel element and the panel element are permanently connected. For example, the solar module or solar panel element and the panel element are sewn and / or glued together and / or connected in another suitable way.

[0157] For example, the solar module or solar panel element and the panel element are connected to each other by a sewing process and / or a gluing process and / or an adhesive process.

[0158] For example, it is also conceivable that the solar panel is detachably or permanently connected to the roofing structure. For instance, the solar panel could be a single layer made of a flexible, sheet-like material.

[0159] For example, the solar cell surface element is designed as a two-layer, three-layer, or multi-layer element with more than three layers, whereby the multiple layers are different from each other or identical.

[0160] For example, the solar panel element is, for instance, inextricably connected to the rest of the solar module and / or integrally formed with the rest of the solar module.

[0161] For example, the solar cell surface element is detachably connected to the rest of the solar module.

[0162] For example, the mounting system serves to position, spatially align and / or securely arrange the solar module on the roofing device.

[0163] For example, the roofing structure comprises exactly one row or several rows, each with a roof section and several supporting elements, which are horizontally spaced from one another along a defined row in one spatial direction, e.g., at regular intervals. The roof section of the row is, for example, gable-shaped with two sloping roof surfaces or semi-gable-shaped with one sloping roof surface. A gable-shaped design refers, for example, to a roofing structure or roofing construction formed in this way, which provides a surface-covering structure with a surface element to form a protective roof.

[0164] It is also conceivable that the roof surface is formed with a spatially spanned area element in such a way that the plane spanned by the area element is horizontally or almost horizontally oriented, e.g. to form a flat roof-like roof or to provide a foil flat roof.

[0165] For example, the roofing structure typically comprises several rows of the same type, each row having multiple support elements spaced apart from one another, for example, along or on a horizontal line, and erected on a ground surface such as agricultural land, e.g., outdoors. For example, the roofing structure comprises several laterally adjacent rows of the same type, e.g., with gable-shaped roof sections.

[0166] For example, a roof section of a row is gable-shaped with two roof surfaces inclined to the horizontal, converging at the ridge or ridge element. For instance, a ridge section might be 60 to 100% covered by a solar module, with the ridge section inclined on one or both sides of a ridge element, being strip-shaped, and having a width of 40 cm to 80 cm relative to the ridge on exactly one side of either side, in the width direction, perpendicular to the longitudinal direction of the ridge element, e.g., perpendicular to the longitudinal direction or perpendicular to a row of support structures.

[0167] Each ridge area has a surface element such as a foil element, the surface element of the roofing device and / or the solar surface element.

[0168] For example, the roofing device has one or more ridge areas, each with a ridge element.

[0169] For example, there are several parallel, saddle-roof-shaped rows. Each row comprises, for example, a plurality of support elements along a horizontal line. A row of support elements has a ridge element that is at least approximately straight and horizontally oriented. For example, the ridge element rests against the respective upper ends of the support elements in the row. The support elements are spaced regularly from each other, for example, between 8 and 12 meters along the row.

[0170] For example, the canopy structure serves to cover outdoor areas such as cultivation areas for crops or other commercially used areas. The mounting system on the canopy structure, along with the integrated solar modules, allows for the generation of solar power in the ridge area of ​​each row, for example, by arranging solar modules in strips on both sides of the respective ridge elements. The remaining portions of the protective roof or the surface elements of the canopy structure are, for example, without solar modules. These areas allow sufficient sunlight to reach the plants or crops below for their growth. The ridge area of ​​the canopy structure covered by the solar modules provides a shaded area directly above the crops, near the zenith, which is advantageous.As a rule, perpendicular sunlight hitting crops planted in rows between or rooted close to the support structures prevents the plants from using this light for increased photosynthetic activity. For example, this helps prevent sunburn on fruit. Furthermore, the resulting reduction in evaporation helps stabilize the water balance of the plants under the protective canopy.

[0171] For example, the additional need for water for artificial irrigation of plants can also be reduced.

[0172] For example, there is a plurality of parallel rows of saddle-shaped roof sections running in a longitudinal direction of the roofing device.

[0173] For example, each roof section has a series of staggered multiple support elements; e.g., a series of staggered multiple support elements has a horizontally running ridge element that, e.g., is stretched or tensioned between the support elements, runs in a straight, horizontal line, e.g., connected to each support element at its respective upper end section in contact with the tensioning of the rows or the roofing device, e.g., at each longitudinal end of a row into a ground surface, e.g., via rigid profiles and / or tension wires that run or are tensioned between an adapter component and a ground anchor.

[0174] For example, the solar module is located in the ridge area of ​​the roofing structure.

[0175] For example, in the case of a roof structure, the solar module is located on a panel in the ridge area. In addition to the panel in the ridge area, there are usually other panels of the roof structure that do not contain a solar module. These other panels provide protection and allow sunlight to pass through, thus supplying light to the plants below.

[0176] For example, the surface element in the ridge area is a strip-shaped surface element, e.g., rectangular in plan view. For example, opposite long sides of the surface element in the ridge area are aligned longitudinally, e.g., parallel to the ridge element of the roofing structure.

[0177] For example, the ridge area is gable-shaped, with the ridge element defining the ridge line of the gable-shaped ridge area. For example, the ridge area has a surface element adjoining the ridge element laterally. For example, the ridge area has a surface element inclined at an angle to the horizontal, which encompasses the solar module. For example, the solar module is attached to the surface element either detachably or permanently, usually mounted on the top side.

[0178] For example, the solar module, e.g., the solar surface element of the solar module, can be detachably attached or mounted to the surface element of the roofing device using quick-release fasteners such as zippers and / or Velcro fasteners.

[0179] The surface element in the ridge area is, for example, designed as a strip extending over the entire length of the ridge element. For instance, the surface element in the ridge area, which includes a solar module or a covering with a solar module or a solar surface element, extends over the entire length or a partial length of the ridge element, and thus over a partial length of an associated row of the roofing system or the length of the roofing system. For example, the surface element in the ridge area extends over a partial length of the ridge element in the range between 30% and 95%, or between 40% and 95%, or between 50% and 95%, or between 60% and 95% of the total length of the ridge element.

[0180] For example, the aforementioned length of a roof covering or a solar module located in the ridge area applies to exactly one row of the multi-row roofing structure, or to several rows, or to all rows of the roofing structure. For instance, all rows of the roofing structure may have an identical length of solar module in the ridge area, or the length of a solar module in the ridge area may differ from exactly one, several, or all other rows of the roofing structure.

[0181] It is also conceivable that the solar module with its associated solar panel element replaces the surface element of the roofing structure. In other words, in this configuration, a strip-shaped section of the area formed by the surface element—that is, a surface element present in the ridge area—can be omitted from a typical roofing structure and completely replaced by the flat, strip-shaped solar module with its solar panel element. The solar module with its solar panel element thus still provides a surface-level roofing function in the ridge area, protecting the areas below, for example, from hail and rain.

[0182] Other surface elements of the roofing device are present as usual, forming further areas of the roofing without a solar module.

[0183] The surface element in the ridge area is present, for example, on one or both sides of the ridge element. This surface element forms, for example, a ridge area of ​​the roofing structure. This surface element forms, for example, a ridge area of ​​the roofing structure, extending along the length of the ridge element, on one or both sides of the ridge element, e.g., in the case of a gable roof design, encompassing the entire surface area of ​​the surface element. The ridge area is present, for example, in a region near the zenith or in a region of the roofing structure facing the zenith.

[0184] For example, a longitudinal edge of the strip-shaped surface element in the ridge area, which has the solar module, borders the ridge element directly on or slightly offset from the ridge element, for example by 5 to 10 cm laterally or diagonally downwards from the ridge element.

[0185] For example, the ridge area or the surface element in the ridge area extends in the longitudinal direction of the ridge element. For example, the solar module-bearing surface element in the ridge area has a width, viewed perpendicular to the longitudinal extent, that lies in the range between 30 centimeters (cm) and 80 cm, or in the range between 30 cm and 70 cm, or in the range between 30 cm and 70 cm, for example, in the range between 40 and 60 cm, for example, 55 cm wide.

[0186] For example, it is also possible that the solar module, with its associated solar panel, extends across the entire width of the panel, e.g., from the ridge element or the area of ​​the ridge element to an eave belonging to that side of the roofing structure. The complete width of the solar module may be present on only one side of the roofing structure relative to the ridge element, or on both sides relative to the ridge element. In other words, for example, is exactly one side or both sides relative to a ridge element of a gable-shaped panel in a row of roofing structures, e.g., both sloping sides of the gable-shaped panel, covered by a solar module only in the ridge area, over a narrower width, over a wider width, or over the entire width of the respective side of the panel? A solar module may be present there.

[0187] This allows for flexible adjustment of the solar module coverage of the entire roof area of ​​the roofing structure, from a few percent to 100%. This allows the level of electricity generation to be adjusted accordingly.

[0188] For example, the strip-shaped surface element in the ridge area has opposing longitudinal edges, with a first longitudinal edge facing the ridge element, e.g. extending along the ridge element, e.g. extending parallel to the longitudinal axis of the ridge element.

[0189] For example, the second longitudinal edge of the surface element in the ridge area faces a longitudinal edge of another surface element of the roofing structure. This other surface element of the roofing structure, which does not have a solar module, fulfills the function of a surface element of a conventional roofing structure, for example, protecting the crops underneath while simultaneously allowing UV radiation or sunlight to pass through.

[0190] For example, the additional solar module-free surface element, which is generally inclined at an angle to the horizontal, extends to the eaves area of ​​the roof structure. In the case of several gable-roofed sections of the roof structure, the eaves area is formed between adjacent lower longitudinal sides of solar module-free sections of surface elements.

[0191] For example, the surface element is a separate element, wherein the surface element is separable from the remaining part of the roofing device. For example, the surface element is a separate element from the solar surface element. For example, the surface element is present without a direct material contact with the solar surface element. For example, the surface element is a separate element separable from the surface element. For example, the surface element and the solar surface element do not have quick-release means for connecting the surface element to the solar surface element. For example, the separate surface element is provided separately from the solar surface element. For example, the surface element is not received on the roofing device via the tensioning element. For example, the surface element is received on an element on the remaining part of the roofing device that is different from the tensioning element.For example, the surface element is attached to an additional clamping element, and the solar surface element is attached to the clamping element. For example, the solar surface element, including the solar module, is present on the roofing structure, regardless of whether the surface element is attached to the remaining roofing structure or removed from it and / or arranged in a space-saving, compact form.

[0192] For example, the roofing device includes an additional tensioning element, to which the surface element and / or the solar surface element comprising the solar module can be attached. For example, the surface element is attached to the additional tensioning element, e.g., in a supporting manner. For example, the additional tensioning element serves solely for attaching the surface element. For example, the solar surface element is supported on the tensioning element in addition to the ridge element, e.g., specifically not supported on the additional tensioning element or without support on the additional tensioning element.

[0193] For example, the roofing device includes the additional tensioning element present on the support structure, in addition to the tensioning element. For example, the surface element of the protective roof can be separated and / or removed from the remaining part of the roofing device and, in particular, from the still functionally present mounting system with the solar module on the solar surface element. For example, the solar module can be retained as a flat surface if the surface element is arranged in a compressed form on the remaining roofing device. For example, the surface element of the protective roof can be connected, for example, alternatively, to the tensioning element of the mounting system and / or to the additional tensioning element. For example, the surface element of the protective roof can be attached completely without the tensioning element of the mounting system as part of the roofing device or without using the tensioning element of the mounting system.This achieves decoupling between the solar module with its solar panel and the protective roof panel, which is advantageous for the overall structural stability of the assembly. Furthermore, it promotes ventilation both below the solar panel area and above the protective roof panel area. The separate mounting of the protective roof panel from the tensioning element of the mounting system relieves the tensioning element of potential overload, for example, under high wind loads. Forces on the protective roof panel are absorbed by the additional tensioning element and not by the tensioning element or, for example, the other two tensioning elements. This also allows the roofing system to be used variably and adapted and optimized depending on the location and / or usage conditions. For example, outside of the growing season or in areas with distinct seasons.In temperate zones, the protective roof can be removed or dismantled, at least during the winter months, while the solar panel continues to generate electricity. Repairs or component replacements are also easier.

[0194] For example, the support structure is usually permanently installed, e.g., outdoors year-round. Depending on the season, it may be useful or necessary to partially, completely, or even in a compact form, detach the protective roof from the solar module and solar panel that remain attached to the support structure. It is also conceivable to detach the solar module and solar panel from the protective roof remaining on the support structure and, for example, remove it. For instance, the solar module is preferably installed permanently outdoors year-round or continuously for daytime electricity generation when exposed to sunlight.

[0195] For example, the additional clamping element is a tension element, such as a component subjected to tensile stress. For example, the additional clamping element is a rope or wire such as a steel cable, a tension wire, or the like.

[0196] For example, the additional tensioning element belongs to a series of support elements, with the additional tensioning element extending in the direction of a tensioning element. The tensioning element(s) and the additional tensioning element relate to a considered series of support elements. For example, in the roofing device, each series of support elements that includes a mounting system with a solar module on a solar panel also has, for example, exactly one or exactly two additional tensioning elements. A series of support elements with a panel without a solar module, for which the mounting system is not required, is designed, for example, in a known manner; for example, the panel is attached to a ridge element of the respective support element series, since no tensioning element of a mounting system is available.For example, the solar module with its solar panel is attached exclusively to the clamping element of the mounting system, while the panel of the protective roof is attached not to a clamping element, but to an additional clamping element. For example, the additional clamping element runs along a series of support elements in the direction of the clamping element of the mounting system, e.g., in a parallel alignment. For example, there is exactly one additional clamping element on a series of support elements. For example, there are exactly two additional clamping elements, e.g., one additional clamping element on each side of the row of support elements or one on each side of the row of support elements.

[0197] For example, more than two additional tensioning elements are present on a series of support elements. For instance, the additional tensioning element is located slightly below the underside of the solar panel, for example, in the range of 3 to 100 centimeters, 3 to 80 centimeters, 3 to 60 centimeters, or 3 to 40 centimeters below the underside of the solar panel. The additional tensioning element is, for example, vertically offset below the solar panel and horizontally within a horizontal width of the solar panel.

[0198] For example, with regard to a row of support elements, two, e.g., exactly two, additional tensioning elements are present at the same or nearly the same vertical height and / or at the same or nearly the same lateral distance to the row of support elements. For example, with regard to a row of support elements, two additional tensioning elements are present at different vertical heights. For example, two additional tensioning elements are present at different vertical heights and one above the other, e.g., vertically aligned one above the other or vertically misaligned or laterally offset from each other. For example, with several rows of support elements, several rows, e.g., all rows of the roofing structure, are designed identically with regard to the presence of the additional tensioning elements and / or the tensioning elements.For example, the two additional clamping elements each have a smaller distance to the row of support elements than, for example, the two clamping elements on the mounting element.

[0199] For example, the additional clamping element is mounted on the assembly element. For example, several additional clamping elements, e.g., exactly two additional clamping elements, are mounted on the assembly element. For example, the assembly element has two further bores or cutouts for this purpose or for supporting the additional clamping elements. For example, the additional clamping element is supported on a support element, e.g., directly or usually via a retaining element mounted on the support element. The retaining element can, for example, also include a bore through a support element that runs transversely to the vertical or in the clamping direction, e.g., a bore in each of the support elements of a series of support elements.

[0200] The retaining element differs, for example, from the mounting element. For instance, the retaining element and the mounting element are two separate components.

[0201] It is conceivable, for example, that the mounting element and the retaining element are each designed as separate components. For instance, the two components could be permanently or detachably connected, such as two welded or bolted metal parts. It is also conceivable that the mounting element and the retaining element are designed as a single, one-piece component. For example, this one-piece component could have one bore for a corresponding clamping element and another bore for a corresponding additional clamping element, e.g., exactly two bores and exactly two additional bores.

[0202] For example, several additional clamping elements, e.g. exactly two additional clamping elements, are supported on the support element.

[0203] For example, a retaining element on an associated support member is provided for attaching one or more additional clamping elements in the area of ​​the associated support member. For example, with respect to a series of several support members arranged in a row, at least two retaining elements are present, e.g., exactly one retaining element per support member. For example, a first retaining element is present on exactly one associated support member in the row, and another retaining element is present on a different support member in the row. For example, on a considered series of several support members, there are, for example, at least two mounting elements and additionally at least two retaining elements. For example, with respect to a series of support members, exactly one additional clamping element or several additional clamping elements, e.g., exactly two additional clamping elements, are accommodated via the retaining elements, but not via the mounting elements of the row.For example, exactly one clamping element or several clamping elements, e.g., exactly two clamping elements, are mounted via the mounting elements, but not via the retaining elements. For example, a simple separation of the arrangement of the clamping elements from the arrangement of the additional clamping elements is possible. For example, in the direction of a considered row, a mounting element and a retaining element are alternately present on exactly one associated support element. For example, a considered support element may have exactly one mounting element, exactly one retaining element, or neither a mounting element nor a retaining element. Alternatively, a considered support element may have a mounting element and an additional retaining element. For example, in a considered row of support elements, exactly one or more support elements without a mounting element and without a retaining element are also provided.

[0204] Overall, partial or complete separation of the protective roof with its surface element from the solar surface element with solar module is possible. For example, at least one additional tensioning element serves solely to attach the surface element of the protective roof. Similarly, at least one tensioning element serves solely to attach the solar surface element with solar module. This creates a stable, two-part tensioning system with tensioning elements, one for the protective roof and the other for the solar surface element, using a common support structure.

[0205] For example, the surface element can be connected to the additional clamping element using suitable fasteners, such as one of the various fasteners discussed, like detachable fasteners, e.g., plates or plate-connectors. For instance, to connect the element, a narrow upper longitudinal edge of the surface element can be wrapped completely around the additional clamping element, and the wrapped section can be secured to the additional clamping element with a plate. This results in a relatively narrow upper section of the surface element's upper longitudinal edge encircling the length of the additional clamping element. Plates are used at the resulting overlap of two layers of the surface element to clamp and secure the two layers.For example, to secure the solar panel, a number of spaced plates along the additional tensioning element are placed around the overlapping areas, pressed together, and locked in place, for example, by one or more prongs on the plate that penetrate both layers. A lower longitudinal edge of the flat, e.g., diagonally oriented, surface element forms, for example, an eaves area of ​​the corresponding row of support elements that is vertically lower and laterally offset from the upper edge. For example, whether the protective roof is partially or completely separated from the solar panel, the longitudinal edge of the solar panel can be connected to an adjacent longitudinal edge of a surface element of the protective roof or canopy.

[0206] The connection of the relevant longitudinal edges is, for example, a temporary or removable connection. The connection involves, for example, a longitudinal edge of the solar panel facing away from the ridge (lower edge) and a longitudinal edge of the protective roof element facing towards the ridge (upper edge). For example, the connection between the lower longitudinal edge of the solar panel and the upper longitudinal edge of the protective roof element is achieved with a connecting strip made of a flexible material such as a flexible mesh, film, fabric, or similar material. The connection is achieved, for example, with a zipper and / or hook-and-loop fastener. Alternatively, a material-free gap or air gap may be present between the adjacent longitudinal edges, or no connection may be established at all.

[0207] For example, it is conceivable that, with respect to a series of several supporting elements, a connection is formed by a connecting strip between an upper longitudinal edge of a surface element or surface element section running to the right of the row of supporting elements and an upper longitudinal edge of a surface element or another surface element section running to the left of the row of supporting elements. The connecting strip is, for example, horizontally or inclined. Similarly, the connecting strip can also be vertically oriented within the surface if it connects a vertically oriented upper surface element section with a lower longitudinal edge of a surface element section on the opposite side. This allows a free horizontal and / or vertical gap between the vertically or horizontally opposing upper longitudinal edges to be partially or completely bridged, for example, by closing it off. The connecting strip is, for example,A net, fabric, or film, or a multi-layered flexible structure made from these materials. This can be used, for example, to keep out insects. In addition to insect protection, a chimney effect can be created, with warmer air flowing upwards through the connecting strip due to thermal factors. This can be achieved, for example, by making the connecting strip air-permeable, such as by using a net. Alternatively, a chimney effect can be avoided, for example, if the connecting strip is not air-permeable, such as if it were a film. The connecting strip can be attached or connected to the longitudinal edges of the surface element sections on one or both sides, either permanently or with removable fasteners, such as plaque fasteners.

[0208] For example, on exactly one of the two surface element sections to be joined, the connecting strip can be sewn along its length at the relevant upper longitudinal edge, and then, in the assembled state, the free edge of the connecting strip can be connected to the upper longitudinal edge of the other surface element section on the roofing device, for example with plaque fasteners.

[0209] For example, it is conceivable that, with respect to a series of several support elements, exactly one additional clamping element, extending in the clamping direction, is provided. Additionally, a clamping element is provided, for example, in the series of exactly two clamping elements. This exact one additional clamping element is, for example, located in the area of ​​a respective support element, either as a component or comprising a bore through the support element, via an attached mounting element and / or a retaining element, e.g., on each of the support elements in the series. For example, the upper longitudinal edge of the surface element of the corresponding series, e.g., on the right-hand side of the respective series of support elements, is attached to this exact one additional clamping element, e.g., fixed with a plate and / or suspended via a plate with, for example, a suspension eyelet for attachment to the additional clamping element.For example, the upper longitudinal edge of the other, e.g., the left-hand surface element of the corresponding row of support elements, is attached to exactly one additional clamping element, e.g., suspended via a plate with, for example, a hanging eyelet. This is advantageous because only exactly one additional clamping element is needed for each row, compared to an arrangement with, for example, exactly two additional clamping elements per row of support elements. Separately and independently of this, the solar module is not attached to the additional clamping element, but rather to the clamping element itself. The solar module and solar surface element, on the one hand, and the surface element, on the other, are independently mounted or supported by different elements. This is advantageous, for example, with regard to statics and from a practical point of view for, e.g., separate use.

[0210] For example, to channel away precipitation striking from the outside, there is a sufficient overlap, e.g., 20-30 centimeters wide, between the edge sections of the lower longitudinal edge of the solar panel element and the upper longitudinal edge of the protective roof element. For example, the overlap is strip-shaped along the longitudinal direction of the row of support elements.

[0211] Further features and advantages of the mounting system and the roofing device are explained in more detail with reference to the exemplary embodiments shown schematically in the figures. Specifically, the figures show:

[0212] Fig. 1 shows a section of a highly schematic, partly transparent roofing device viewed obliquely from above with a mounting system.

[0213] Fig. 2 shows a perspective view of another roofing device with a mounting system,

[0214] Fig. 3 shows the section A1 shown in Fig. 1 enlarged,

[0215] Fig. 4 shows a vertical section through a section of a ridge area of ​​a roofing device with a mounting system, looking in a span direction.

[0216] Fig. 5 shows the section A2 shown in Fig. 1 enlarged,

[0217] Fig. 6 shows a highly schematic section of a

[0218] Roofing device with a mounting system, viewed from an oblique perspective from above.

[0219] Fig. 7 shows a perspective view of a mounting element.

[0220] Fig. 8 shows a perspective view of a plug-in part.

[0221] Fig. 9 a perspective view of a recording part, Fig. 10 a perspective view of an alternative

[0222] Plug-in part,

[0223] Figs. 11-14 show further highly schematic views according to Fig. 4 of alternatively designed roofing devices and

[0224] Fig. 15 shows a perspective view of the roofing device with a mounting system viewed obliquely from above according to the arrangement shown in Fig. 12, without a solar module.

[0225] For corresponding elements of different embodiments, the same reference symbols are sometimes used in the figures.

[0226] Fig. 1 shows a highly schematic section of a roofing device 1 equipped with a mounting system 3, with several rows of saddle roofs, which has a surface element 2 spread out in a multiply saddle-roof shape, which is shown transparently to show elements underneath.

[0227] The roofing device 1 serves to cover an area B in the open air and has a support arrangement 4 with support elements 5-7 for supporting the surface element 2 and for forming a flat protective roof above the area B.

[0228] The surface element 2 is fixed in eaves areas between two adjacent saddle-shaped areas of the roofing device 1 and / or in lateral edge areas of the roofing device 1 in a manner not shown, e.g., braced and thus held under surface tension.

[0229] The support arrangement 4 or each support element 5-7 is anchored to a floor surface 8 of area B.

[0230] Fig. 2 illustrates a one-sided section of a roofing device 1 formed in the shape of a gable roof, with only one side of the gable roof area of ​​the roofing device 1 shown in detail. The entire

[0231] Canopy 1 is a plant cultivation area 9 with several individual plants, such as fruit trees, covered by a canopy. The individual plants are located vertically under a ridge section 21 of the canopy 1 and are offset from each other along a line defined by the support elements 5, 6 in the span direction S of the canopy 1.

[0232] With the mounted mounting system 3, light energy is converted into electrical energy when exposed to light.

[0233] For this purpose, the mounting system 3 has two mounting elements 10, 11 and clamping elements 12, 13.

[0234] The mounting system 3 is attached to the roofing device 1, wherein in the assembled state of the mounting system 3 according to Figures 1-6 the two mounting elements 10, 11 are spaced apart from each other in a horizontal direction with respect to the clamping direction S of the mounting system 3, wherein the clamping elements 12, 13 run between the two mounting elements 10, 11.

[0235] The respective mounting element 10, 11 can be detachably and firmly attached to a respective support element 5, 6.

[0236] The mounting system 3 has mounting elements 14-17, of which mounting elements 16 and 17, corresponding to the visible mounting elements 14 and 15, are hidden in Fig. 6.

[0237] With the mounting elements 14-17, a solar surface element 18 of the mounting system 3, wherein a solar module 19 is present on the solar surface element 18, can be attached to a clamping element 12, 13, for example by hooking a section of the mounting element 14-17 onto the clamped clamping element 12, 13.

[0238] In Figures 1 to 3, the solar surface element 18 and the solar module 19 are not shown for better illustration of the overall arrangement.

[0239] Fig. 3 schematically illustrates that the mounting element 11 is detachably but firmly attached to an upper end region of the support element 6, and that two parallel and tensioned tensioning elements 12 and 13 are held or supported at a defined distance from each other on the mounting element 11. Fig. 3 also shows a ridge element 20 of the roofing device 1, such as a tension wire. The ridge element 20 runs horizontally under tension in the tension direction S and is held by the upper ends of the respective support elements 5-7 of a row of the roofing device 1.

[0240] Figure 4 shows a possible embodiment of the roofing device 1 in a front view, with a saddle-shaped ridge area 21 shown in detail and schematically. A mounting element 11 is attached to the support structure 6. Two tensioning elements 12, 13, extending in the tension direction S and the viewing direction respectively, are held on the mounting element 11. The two tensioning elements 12, 13, which are spaced apart from each other transversely to the tension direction S and horizontally, run parallel to the ridge element 20 on both sides and are offset horizontally laterally and vertically downwards from the ridge element 20.

[0241] In the ridge area 21 of the roofing structure 1, a solar panel 18 is stretched on both sides of the ridge element 20, each panel having a solar module 19 on its outer surface. The solar module 19 is oriented to receive solar energy. Each inclined solar panel 18 is held along its upper longitudinal side, either directly or indirectly, against the ridge element 20. A mounting element 14 is provided on a lower longitudinal edge of the solar panel 18; typically, several mounting elements 14 are spaced along its length. Each mounting element 14 is manually attached to the corresponding tensioning element 12, 13, e.g., by snapping it into place.

[0242] For example, the solar module 19 is detachably connected to the solar surface element 18 or indetachably connected or designed, e.g., integrally connected to the solar surface element 18.

[0243] Furthermore, an area of ​​a lower longitudinal edge of the solar surface element 18 is connected to an upper edge area of ​​a laterally and below adjoining surface element 2 of the roofing device 1, which is e.g. inclined with the same inclination as the solar surface element 18.

[0244] For example, on both sides of the ridge area 21, the respective solar panel element 18 is detachably connected to the corresponding panel element 2. For example, quick-release fasteners 22, such as zippers, hook-and-loop fasteners, and / or snap fasteners, are provided for the detachable connection of the solar panel element 18 and the panel element 2, e.g., on both sides of the ridge area 21. These are protected against influences from above, such as rain, hail, and UV light, or are covered by the solar panel element 18. The panel element 2 is, for example, indirectly or indirectly supported or stabilized by its upper longitudinal edge on the tensioning element 12 or 13.

[0245] Figure 5 shows a section A2 of the roofing device 1 from Figure 1 in the area of ​​the first support element 5 of a row formed from several support elements 5-7. The ridge element 20 is fixed to the upper end of the first support element 5, and a transverse tension wire 23 of the roofing device 1 is also visible. The transverse tension wire 23 runs horizontally and perpendicular to the tensioning direction S over the several first support elements 5 of the parallel rows of the roofing device 1.

[0246] An adapter unit 24, shown only schematically in Fig. 5, is attached to an upper end region of the first and / or last support element 5. A respective end section of the two clamped clamping elements 12 and 13 is fixed to the adapter unit 24.

[0247] For example, the adapter unit 24 comprises a plug-in part 25 and a receiving part 26, which are either permanently connected or formed as separate, detachably connected components. For example, the ends of the tensioned clamping elements 12, 13 are fixed to eyelets TI that are attached to or integrated into the receiving part 26. Two guy wires 29 are attached to further eyelets 28 on the receiving part 26 and guyed downwards against a fixed section.

[0248] Optionally, a further downward-facing guy rope 30 is provided (indicated by dashed lines in Fig. 5), which wraps around the plug part 25 above the receiving part 26.

[0249] According to Fig. 6, for example, the solar panel 18 is designed as a single, flexible component, e.g., in a rectangular shape with a planar spread. The associated solar module 19 is in two parts, and the parts are arranged within two spaced-apart areas of the solar panel 18. The two areas of the solar panel 18 are separated by a section on both sides of a centrally shown longitudinal axis L of the solar panel 18, so that the solar panel 18 can be arranged in a tunnel-like configuration above and to the side of the ridge element 20 of the roofing device 1, in a curved shape along the longitudinal axis L of the solar panel 18, as shown in Fig. 6. The solar panel 18 can be attached to the two clamping elements 12, 13 via the attachment elements 14-17 located on both longitudinal edges.

[0250] Fig. 7 shows an embodiment of a mounting element 10 made of a metal material, which is approximately cross-shaped in plan view. Two arms 10b and 10c extend laterally outwards from a central area 10a of the mounting element 10. The central area 10a has circular bores for the insertion of fasteners such as screws for the detachable attachment of the mounting element 10 to, for example, a flat outer surface of the support elements 5-7. For support elements 5-7 with a convex, e.g., cylindrical, outer shape, a corresponding side of the central area 10a is, for example, correspondingly concave or hollow-cylindrical, or supplemented with an intermediate piece for a flat fit against the support element 5-7.

[0251] In each of the outermost end sections of the two arms 10b and 10c, a receptacle 10d, 10e is provided, which is designed as an opening for receiving, guiding through, and supporting a clamping element 12 or 13 clamped in the clamping direction S, as indicated by dashed lines in Fig. 7. The receptacles 10d and 10e each form, for example, a sliding bearing for the clamping element 12 or 13.

[0252] The adapter unit 24, for example, has a plug-in part 25 as shown in Fig. 8, which in its basic form is hollow cylindrical with two, for example, diametrically opposed longitudinal slots 25a in the walls of the plug-in part 25. The longitudinal slots 25a are identical and open to one end face of the plug-in part 25. The longitudinal slots 25a do not extend over the entire length of the plug-in part 25, but over a portion of it, e.g., a substantial length, e.g., 3 / 4 of the total length of the plug-in part 25.

[0253] In opposite wall sections of the plug-in part 25, connecting holes 25b, such as screw holes for inserting a connecting element, e.g., a screw, are formed aligned with one another. Several, e.g., three pairs of opposing screw holes 25a are formed spaced apart along the length of the plug-in part 25.

[0254] The connecting holes 25b are aligned with the longitudinal slots 25a of the plug part 25 by 90°

[0255] The plug-in part 25, which is attached to the top of a support element 5-7, can be detachably and permanently attached, for example by screwing it on, via the connecting holes 25a and corresponding holes in an upper end section of a support element 5-7.

[0256] The receiving part 26 of the adapter unit 24 shown in Fig. 9 is designed as an example of a hollow square profile. The receiving part 26 is designed to fit onto the plug-in part 25 according to Fig. 8.

[0257] The mounting part 26 on the plug-in part 25 is only possible on the end face to which the longitudinal slots 25a are open.

[0258] The receiving part 26 can be positioned correctly relative to the plug-in part 25 via a central continuous opening 31 on the receiving part 26, which is designed to match an outer contour of the plug-in part 25 in the area of ​​the longitudinal slots 25a, and is secured against rotation, e.g. about the longitudinal axis of the plug-in part 25, when plugged in.

[0259] Accordingly, the opening 31 has a projection 31a at diametrically opposite points, matching the longitudinal slot 25a, e.g. a rectangular nose, which fits precisely into the respective longitudinal slot 25a in the plug part 25.

[0260] The projections 31 a enable easy positioning and fixing or rotation protection of the attached receiving part 26 on the plug-in part 25.

[0261] The receiving part 26 has two aligned openings 26a and two further aligned openings 26b on opposite narrow longitudinal sides. For example, a suitable threaded spindle can be inserted through the openings 26a, and the eyelet 26 and the eyelet TI can be screwed onto the protruding end sections on the opposite narrow longitudinal sides, the eyelets 26 and TI each having internal threads that match the external thread of the threaded spindle.

[0262] An alternative plug-in part 32 to, for example, plug-in part 25, is shown in Fig. 10. The double U-shaped plug-in part 32 has a base surface 32a and two opposing, corresponding legs 32b and 32c of each of the two U-shaped sections.

[0263] The plug-in part 32 is designed for attachment to a support element 5-7, which has a regular square outer shape. Via corresponding openings in the legs 32b and 32c, the plug-in part 32 can be detachably and permanently attached to the support element 5-7, e.g., by screwing it on, and also to a square-shaped receiving part arranged on the plug-in part 32. A suitable receiving part is, for example, designed in the basic form according to Fig. 9, but additionally has corresponding openings for attachment or screwing it onto the plug-in part 32, e.g., if a longitudinal section of the receiving part fills an area that exists between two opposing legs 32b or 32c.

[0264] According to Fig. 11, an alternative roofing device 1 comprises a further first additional clamping element 33 located on a support element 6 of the support arrangement 4.

[0265] Furthermore, a second additional clamping element 34 is provided. Both additional clamping elements 33 and 34 run, for example, parallel to the clamping elements 12 and 13, which are supported on the mounting element 10. The additional clamping elements 33 and 34 are each located laterally next to the support element 6 and extend in the clamping direction of the row of support elements. The additional clamping elements 33 and 34 are positioned slightly below the solar surface element 18 with the solar module 19 mounted on it.

[0266] Both additional clamping elements 33, 34 are supported in the area of ​​the support element 6 on the common mounting element 10, e.g. in two further separate bores prepared for this purpose in the mounting element 10.

[0267] Each upper longitudinal edge of the two stretched areas of the surface element 2 of the protective roof of the roofing device 1, which extend laterally towards the support element 6, is connected to a corresponding additional tensioning element 33 or 34. A downward bracing of the surface elements 2, which are only partially shown, is not depicted in Figures 11-13.

[0268] A load on the surface elements 2 is absorbed and transferred to the support element 6 via the additional tensioning elements 33 and 34 and the mounting element 10. This relieves the tensioning elements 12 and 13. The arrangement of the solar modules 19 near the ridge with the solar surface elements 18 is decoupled from the area of ​​the protective roof formed by the surface elements 2. According to the embodiment shown in Fig. 11, the respective upper longitudinal edge of the two surface elements 2 and the respective lower longitudinal edge of the solar surface elements 18, on both sides of the support element 6, are not connected to each other along the length of the longitudinal edges, e.g., without a strip of material such as a foil or mesh strip.

[0269] The arrangement according to Fig. 12 differs from the arrangement according to Fig. 11 in that the two additional clamping elements 33, 34 are not mounted on the assembly element 10, but rather on a retaining element 35. The retaining element 35 is fixedly attached to the support element 6. For example, a central area of ​​the retaining element 35 is fixedly attached to the support element 6, and arms of the retaining element 35 on both sides each have a bore at their end for passing through the respective additional clamping element 33, 34.

[0270] For example, viewed vertically, the two clamping elements 12, 13 are at the same or nearly the same height as the two additional clamping elements 33, 34. For example, with respect to the multiple support elements 6, a mounting element 10 and a retaining element 35 are not present on a common support element, but rather, for example, alternately on the support elements of a row. In Fig. 12, this is different by way of example, and both a mounting element 10 and a retaining element 35 are present on the support element 6 shown.

[0271] The retaining element 35, e.g., an elongated T-shaped steel profile, is firmly attached to the support element 6. For example, the retaining element 35 is positioned slightly below the mounting element 10.

[0272] Suitable fasteners are provided for the detachable connection of the respective upper longitudinal edges of the surface elements 2 to an associated additional clamping element (not visible in Figs. 11-13). For example, several spaced-apart plates are detachably but permanently attached along the length of the longitudinal edges. Each plate has, for example, an eyelet through which an additional clamping element passes.

[0273] A further difference between the arrangements according to Figs. 11 and 12 is that a connection is formed along the length of a row of several aligned and spaced support elements 6 between the lower longitudinal edge of the solar surface element 18 and the upper longitudinal edge of the corresponding or adjacent surface element 2 of the protective roof, as indicated on the left side of the support element 6 in Fig. 12. This connection serves, for example, as protection against birds or hail. For instance, the connection is fully enclosed and formed by a connecting strip 36 made of a flexible material such as a flexible mesh or film. The connecting strip 36 is, for example, detachably connected to the respective lower longitudinal edge of the solar surface element 18 and the upper longitudinal edge of the corresponding or adjacent surface element 2. The arrangement according to Fig.Figure 13 comprises a solar surface element 18 with a two-part solar module 19, which is laid over the ridge element 20 and is designed similarly to the solar surface element 18 according to Figure 6 and is located above and to the side of the ridge element 20. However, the connection of the solar surface element 18 according to Figure 13 is simplified, using connecting elements 37, 38 such as plates to a respective underlying surface element 2. The surface elements 2, which extend to the support element 6 on both sides, are received with their respective upper longitudinal edges on two elements running along the row of support elements 6, which are designed as additional clamping elements 33, 34. According to the arrangement in Figure 13, however, further clamping elements and an associated mounting element 10 are missing.

[0274] The connection of the solar surface element 18 to the two-sided areas of the surface element 2 is made above and below the respective solar module 19 via the connecting means 37, 38. The connecting means 37, 38 are designed as screw or plate connecting means such as plates.

[0275] For example, in all arrangements it is fundamentally possible that the solar module 19 is inseparably or integrally connected to the associated solar surface element 18.

[0276] Alternatively, in all arrangements, it is possible for the solar module to be detachably attached to the solar surface element, for example via quick-release fasteners, quick-connect fasteners, e.g. zippers, Velcro fasteners, plaque fasteners and / or screw fasteners.

[0277] For example, it is conceivable that, as shown in Fig. 13, the connecting elements 37, 38 serve both to attach the solar module 19 to the solar panel 18 and to provide the connection between the solar panel 18 and the panel 2. For instance, an outer edge of the solar module 19, which, for example, does not have any photovoltaic functionality, is made of a thin, flexible, and puncture-resistant material, such as a film. For example, when the solar module 19 is installed on the roofing device 1, the connecting elements 37, 38 extend through the outer edge of the solar module 19, through the solar panel 18, and through the single- or multi-layered panel 2. This represents a particularly effective type of connection. The arrangement according to Fig. 14 differs from the arrangement according to Fig. 12 in that there is exactly one additional clamping element 33 per row of the support elements 6.In particular, there is no second additional clamping element 34 per row of support elements. For example, the exactly one additional clamping element 33 is directly attached to all support elements 6 of a row, e.g., to a concealed retaining element on the respective support element 6. For example, the exactly one additional clamping element 33 is guided and supported by an opening such as a hole or bore in the material of the respective support element 6. For example, the exactly one additional clamping element 33 is passed through and supported by a ring or eyelet of a retaining element present on the support element 6, such as a ring screw located laterally on the support element.

[0278] Finally, Fig. 15 shows a perspective view of the roofing device 1 with a mounting system 3 and support elements in a row, viewed obliquely from above, according to the arrangement in Fig. 12, where only a section of the row is shown, within which two support elements are provided. For better visibility of the construction, the arrangement according to Fig. 15 is shown without solar module 19 and without solar surface element 18. A ridge element is also omitted in Fig. 15. Each of the two support elements 6 shown has a mounting element 10 for the two tensioning elements 12 and 13, as well as a retaining element 35 for the two additional tensioning elements 33, 34. The respective upper longitudinal edges of the two, or the left and right, sections of the surface elements 2 of the shown row of support elements 6 are connected by means of detachable connecting or locking devices, such as... B. Plaques 39 attached to the additional clamping elements 33, 34.For example, the multiple plaques 39 are each spaced apart along the longitudinal edges of the surface elements 2, e.g., engaging through the material of the surface element. For example, the multiple plaques 39 each have a hook or eyelet section that can be detachably hooked or fastened to a respective longitudinal point of the respective additional clamping element 33 or 34, e.g., so that the sections of the surface elements 2 are received on the additional clamping elements.

[0279] Roofing device 33 Additional tensioning element Surface element 34 Additional tensioning element Mounting system 35 Holding element Support arrangement 36 Connecting strip-7 Supporting element 37 Connecting element Ground surface 38 Connecting element Plant cultivation 39 Plaque 0 Mounting element 0a Area 0b, 10c Arm 0d, 10e Receptacle 1 Mounting element 2, 13 Tensioning element 4-17 Attachment element 8 Solar surface element 9 Solar module 0 Ridge element 1 Ridge area 2 Quick-release fastener 3 Cross tension wire 4 Adapter unit 5 Plug-in part 5a Longitudinal slot 5b Connecting hole 6 Receptacle part 6a, 26b Opening l, 28 Eyelet 9, 30 Guy rope 1 Opening 1 a Projection 2 Plug-in part 2a Base surface 2b Leg 2c Leg

Claims

Claims 1. Mounting system (3) comprising two mounting elements (10, 11) and a clamping element (12, 13), wherein the mounting elements (10, 11) and the clamping element (12, 13) can be assembled to form the mounting system (3) in a usable state of the mounting system (3), wherein the mounting system (3) is designed such that the mounting system (3) can be attached to a roofing device (1), wherein the roofing device (1) covers an area outdoors, wherein the two mounting elements (10, 11) are separate components, wherein in the assembled state of the mounting system (3) the two mounting elements (10, 11) are spaced apart from each other in a horizontal direction with respect to a clamping direction of the mounting system (3), wherein the clamping element (12, 13) extends between the two mounting elements (10, 11) and wherein the clamping element (12, 13) is attached to the two mounting elements (10, 11). 11) is supported, wherein each mounting element (10, 11) is prepared in such a way,that the respective mounting element (10, 11) can be detachably and permanently attached to a support element (5-7) of a roofing device (1), and wherein the mounting system (3) comprises an attachment element (14-17), a solar panel element (18) and a solar module (19), wherein the attachment element (14-17) is designed to be compatible with the clamping element (12, 13) such that the solar panel element (18), which is connected to the attachment element (14-17), can be attached to the clamping element (12, 13), wherein the solar module (19) is mounted on the solar panel element (18).

2. Mounting system (3) according to claim 1, characterized in that the solar surface element (18) comprises quick-release means (22), wherein the quick-release means (22) are designed to establish a connection between the solar surface element (18) and a surface element (2) of the roofing device (1).

3. Mounting system (3) according to Aiispmcn ± uuer nacn Aiispmcn z, characterized in that a first receptacle (lOd) and a second receptacle (lOe) are provided on a mounting element (10, 11), wherein the first receptacle (lOd) is provided for supporting a first clamping element (12) on the mounting element (10, 11), wherein the second receptacle (lOe) is provided for supporting a second clamping element (13) on the mounting element (10, 11).

4. Mounting system (3) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the solar surface element (18) is designed as a continuous flexible component, wherein the solar module (19) is arranged within two areas of the solar surface element (18), wherein the two areas of the solar surface element (18) are separated by a longitudinal axis of the solar surface element (18), so that the solar surface element (18) can be arranged in a curved shape along the longitudinal axis of the solar surface element (18) above and laterally of a ridge element (20) of the roofing device (1) in a saddle-roof-shaped configuration of the solar surface element (18).

5. Mounting system (3) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the first receptacle (lOd) of the mounting element (10, 11) and / or the second receptacle (lOe) of the mounting element (10, 11) comprises an opening.

6. Mounting system (3) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the clamping element (12, 13) comprises a metallic flexible element.

7. Mounting system (3) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that an adapter unit (24) is provided, wherein the adapter unit (24) is designed such that an end section of a clamping element (12, 13) can be fixed to the adapter unit (24), wherein the adapter unit (24) is designed for detachable attachment to a support element (5-7) of a roofing system (1).

8. Mounting system (3) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the adapter unit (24) is designed for attaching the adapter unit (24) to a free end of the support element (5-7).

9. Mounting system (3) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that a receiving part (26) of the adapter unit (24) is designed as a square hollow profile.

10. Mounting system (3) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the mounting element (10, 11) is designed in a plate-like shape with a central area (10a) of the mounting element (10, 11) and with an arm (10b, 10c) projecting from the central area (10a).

11. Mounting system (3) according to one of the preceding claims, characterized in that the solar module (19) is connected to the solar surface element (18) by means of connecting means (37, 38).

12. Roofing device (1) with a mounting system (3) which is designed according to one of the preceding claims, wherein the roofing device (1) is designed for roofing an area in the open air, comprising a surface element (2) and a support arrangement (4) with support elements (5-7), wherein the support arrangement (4) can be anchored to a ground surface (8) of the area, and wherein the surface element (2) supported by the support arrangement (4) serves to form a flat protective roof above the area, wherein the mounted mounting system (3) is arranged such that when light is irradiated onto the solar module (19), light energy can be converted into electrical energy.

13. Roofing device (1) according to claim 12, characterized in that a plurality of parallel rows of saddle-shaped roofing sections extending in a longitudinal direction of the roofing device (1) are present.

14. Roofing device (1) according to claim 12 or according to Claim 13, characterized in that in a ridge area (21) the roofing device (1) the solar module (19) is present.

15. Roofing device (1) according to one of claims 12 to 14, characterized in that the surface element (2) is a separate element, wherein the surface element (2) is separable from the remaining part of the roofing device (1).

16. Roofing device (1) according to one of claims 12 to 15, characterized in that the roofing device (1) comprises an additional tensioning element (33, 34), wherein the surface element (2) and / or the solar surface element (18) comprising the solar module (19) can be attached to the additional tensioning element (33, 34).

17. Roofing device (1) according to one of claims 12 to 16, characterized in that the additional tensioning element (33, 34) is part of a series of support elements (5-7), wherein the additional tensioning element (33, 34) extends in the direction of a tensioning element (12, 13).

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