System and apparatus for precision automation of tab attachment for fabrications of solar panels
US10056522B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 2, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 21, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 12, 2036 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/53174
Abstract
One embodiment of the present invention provides an apparatus for attaching conductive tabs to photovoltaic structures. The apparatus includes a cassette configured to store a plurality of conductive tabs and a pick-and-place apparatus configured to obtain a conductive tab from the cassette and place the conductive tab at an edge of a photovoltaic structure. The pick-and-place apparatus further includes a tab holder configured to pick up and release the conductive tab and a substantially horizontal track coupled to the tab holder. The tab holder is further configured to move back and forth along the track.
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