System and methods for optimal light collection array
US8669460B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 7, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 11, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 12, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02E10/52
Abstract
Apparatus and methods according to various aspects of the present invention may operate in conjunction with a light collection array. One or more light redirectors located at or near inactive areas of light collection arrays may redirect incident light to active areas. In one embodiment, the light redirector may be implemented with additional light redirectors and/or a concentrating photovoltaic collection system.
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