Systems and methods for an identification protocol between a local controller coupled to control a solar module and a master controller
US9124139B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 2012 |
| Grant date | Sep 1, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 30, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY04S40/20
- WIPO fieldElectrical machinery, apparatus, energy
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
Systems and methods for local and master management units in a photovoltaic energy system. In one embodiment, a method implemented in a computer system includes sending a first identification code from a local management unit to a master management unit. The first identification code is associated with the first local management unit, and the local management unit controls a solar module. An authentication of the first identification code is received from the master management unit. In response to receiving the authentication, active operation of the local management unit is continued (e.g., for a set time period).
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