Bracket for photovoltaic modules
US8757567B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 3, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jun 24, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49002
- WIPO fieldThermal processes and apparatus
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Brackets for photovoltaic (“PV”) modules are described. In one embodiment, a saddle bracket has a mounting surface to support one or more PV modules over a tube, a gusset coupled to the mounting surface, and a mounting feature coupled to the gusset to couple to the tube. The gusset can have a first leg and a second leg extending at an angle relative to the mounting surface. Saddle brackets can be coupled to a torque tube at predetermined locations. PV modules can be coupled to the saddle brackets. The mounting feature can be coupled to the first gusset and configured to stand the one or more PV modules off the tube.
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