Solar modules with tracking and concentrating features
US7569764B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 25, 2007 |
| Grant date | Aug 4, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 22, 2027 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/60
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Disclosed are fixed solar-electric modules having arrays of solar concentrator assemblies capable of separately tracking movements through one or two degrees of rotational freedom to follow the movement of the sun daily and/or seasonally. The concentrators can include optical elements to direct and concentrate light onto photovoltaic and/or thermoelectric receivers for generation of electric current.
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