Bracket for connection of a junction box to photovoltaic panels
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing methods for attaching junction boxes to photovoltaic panels are inefficient, lacking a robust and versatile solution for secure and flexible mounting that accommodates various panel configurations and electrical connections.
Innovation Solution
A bracket system with a central fastener and rotatable/spacer components that allows attachment to both photovoltaic and non-photovoltaic sides of panels, enabling secure mounting and electrical connectivity between adjacent panels, whether in series or parallel configurations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If existing methods for attaching junction boxes to photovoltaic panels are used, then the attachment can be achieved, but the method is inefficient and lacks robustness and versatility for secure and flexible mounting
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket system incorporates rotatable components that allow dynamic adjustment during installation, enabling the bracket to adapt to different panel configurations and installation angles, thereby improving both security and efficiency of mounting
Solution Approach 2:
The bracket is designed with universal attachment capabilities that can accommodate various panel configurations (series and parallel connections) and different mounting scenarios, making it a versatile solution that improves efficiency by eliminating the need for multiple specialized attachment methods
2Adaptability or versatility
If a robust and versatile attachment solution is implemented, then secure and flexible mounting is achieved, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket system is divided into modular components including the main bracket, central fastener, and rotatable spacers that can be independently assembled and adjusted, allowing versatility while keeping individual components simple and manageable
3Adaptability or versatility
If the bracket system with central fastener and rotatable components is used, then electrical connectivity between adjacent panels is enabled, but the manufacturing complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The bracket system combines mechanical mounting functions with electrical connectivity features into a single integrated assembly, allowing the bracket to simultaneously secure panels and enable electrical connections, thereby achieving versatility without significantly increasing manufacturing complexity through separate components
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AI summary
A device for attaching a junction box to a photovoltaic. The photovoltaic panel has a photovoltaic side and a non-photovoltaic side. The device includes a bracket with a first side attachable to the junction box and a second side attachable to the non-photovoltaic surface of the photovoltaic panel. A central fastener is attachable at one end to the bracket and a plate is adapted for connecting to the other end of the central fastener and for mounting on the photovoltaic side of the photovoltaic panel. One or more rotatable spacers, connectable to the central fastener, may be located on the non-photovoltaic side of the photovoltaic panel. One or more fixed spacers may be located on the non-photovoltaic side connectable to the bracket.