Roof integrated photovoltaic module with spacer
US11309828B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 24, 2020 |
| Grant date | Apr 19, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/50
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A photovoltaic module including a surface and at least one spacer juxtaposed with the surface. The at least one spacer is positioned intermediate the surface and the roof deck. The photovoltaic module is elevated from the roof deck by the spacer to promote air flow underneath the photovoltaic module. The spacer is made from a material that provides impact resistance and walkability.
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