Low profile photovoltaic edge connector
US7625238B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 31, 2007 |
| Grant date | Dec 1, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/50
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
The connection system includes input and output modules that are edge-mounted on a photovoltaic array to conduct the photon energy created from the arrays. The system circuitry includes a diode, heat sink and connector plugs for transmitting the energy from the array. A channel on the connector fits onto the edge of the photovoltaic array to accommodate small space constraints. A predetermined number of arrays may be connected in series with the connection system.
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