Retaining device for solar cell module
US10103681B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 18, 2013 |
| Grant date | Oct 16, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 18, 2033 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/50
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fastening system fastening solar cell modules to an installation surface, each solar cell module having a top surface at which a solar cell substrate is provided, a bottom surface at the opposite side to the top surface, a first side part, and a second side part at the opposite side to the first side part, the fastening system comprising a plurality of support members which abut against the first side parts or the second side parts of the solar cell modules, the plurality of support members supporting the bottom surfaces and the first side parts and the second side parts of the solar cell modules, and fastening members which prevent at least vertical movement of the solar cell modules with respect to top surfaces, the fastening members being movably attached to the plurality of support members, is provided.
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