Inter-tile support for solar roof tiles
US11437534B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 7, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 6, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB32B2457/12
- WIPO fieldSurface technology, coating
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
One embodiment described herein provides a photovoltaic roof module. The roof module can include at least a first photovoltaic roof tile, a second photovoltaic roof tile positioned adjacent to the first photovoltaic roof tile, and a spacer coupled to and positioned between the first and second photovoltaic roof tiles. The spacer is configured to facilitate a semi-rigid joint between the first and second photovoltaic roof tiles.
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