Systems and methods for threading a torque tube through U-bolt and module rail devices
US11938576B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 20, 2022 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 20, 2042 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/47
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A system and method for threading a torque tube through an opening within a U-bolt and module rail device is described. The system and method provide aligned horizontal movement of the torque tube across an assembly frame resulting in the torque tube being threaded through a plurality of U-bolt and module rail devices. After the threading process is complete, the threaded U-bolt and module rail devices are secured in place on the torque tube to allow coupling of solar panels to the module rails.
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