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Locating connectors and methods for mounting solar hardware

US8893713B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 22, 2010
Grant dateNov 25, 2014
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Expiry dateSep 25, 2033

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/49945
  • WIPO fieldOptics
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

A solar concentrator assembly can include mirror assemblies that are connected to pivotable frames with locating connections. The locating connections can be in the form of cam devices or tool-less connections formed by snap fitting devices as well as tool-less cam devices.

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