Systems and method for limiting maximum voltage in solar photovoltaic power generation systems
US8274172B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 24, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 25, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 24, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/50
Abstract
Apparatuses and methods are disclosed for regulating or limiting the voltage output from solar modules connected in series such that the voltage on a string bus connecting those solar modules does not exceed regulatory or safety limitations. This can be accomplished via a controller, local management units (for downconverting solar module voltage output), or a combination of the two.
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