PV Module Wireway Baseplates With Sliding Wire Covers
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing photovoltaic systems face challenges in efficiently managing electrical components and cables on roof decks, particularly in aligning and securing baseplates and wire covers to maintain a secure and efficient electrical pathway.
Innovation Solution
The system employs baseplates with hook members and wire covers that are slidably attached, allowing for transverse movement and adjustment, with features like slots, clips, and tabs to securely hold electrical components and cables, forming a wireway that is adjustable and adaptable to different orientations.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If wire covers are fixed rigidly to baseplates, then structural stability is improved, but ease of installation and adjustment deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The wire cover is designed with sliding capability along the baseplate, transitioning from a static fixed connection to a dynamic adjustable connection. The wire cover can slide longitudinally along the baseplate to accommodate different cable configurations while maintaining structural stability through controlled movement constraints.
Solution Approach 2:
The connection between wire cover and baseplate is segmented into discrete adjustment positions or continuous sliding zones, allowing the wire cover to be positioned at different locations along the baseplate. This segmentation enables both stability at each position and ease of adjustment between positions.
2Manufacturing precision
If baseplates are permanently fixed on roof deck, then alignment precision is improved, but adaptability to different orientations deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The baseplate incorporates movable elements such as sliding rails or adjustable mounting positions that allow the baseplate to be repositioned or reoriented on the roof deck. This dynamic capability enables the baseplate to adapt to different photovoltaic module orientations while maintaining precise alignment through controlled movement mechanisms.
Solution Approach 2:
The baseplate is designed with universal mounting features that accommodate multiple orientations and configurations of photovoltaic modules. The baseplate can serve multiple functions by adjusting its position and orientation, making it adaptable to different installation scenarios while maintaining alignment precision through standardized mounting interfaces.
3Object-affected harmful factors
If electrical components are securely enclosed, then protection against environmental factors is improved, but ease of access for maintenance deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The wire cover is designed as a segmented or modular enclosure that can be easily opened, removed, or accessed at specific sections. This segmentation allows electrical components to be protected from environmental factors while maintaining easy access for installation, inspection, and maintenance activities without compromising overall protection.
Data Source
AI summary
A system includes a plurality of photovoltaic modules installed on and arranged in an array on a roof deck. Each of the photovoltaic modules includes first and second ends, and a baseplate located at the first end. The baseplate of one of the photovoltaic modules is substantially aligned with the baseplate of an adjacent another one of the photovoltaic modules. The baseplate is configured to receive at least one electrical component. The substantially aligned baseplates include a longitudinal axis. The system includes at least one wire cover removably attached to at least one of the baseplates. The at least one wire cover is moveable in at least a first direction transverse relative to the longitudinal axis.