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Method of installing a strain relief apparatus to a solar cell

US9899554B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 30, 2015
Grant dateFeb 20, 2018
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Expiry dateApr 27, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02E10/50
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Methods are disclosed for assembling PV modules using connectors that have strain relief elements. Strings can be inspected individually and dimensional information can be obtained to layup the strings into a PV module in a specific manner. Portions of the strings can be soldered using elevators to lift connectors into place, and then applying heat to both sides of the connector.

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