МОДУЛЬНЫЙ ПОДВИЖНЫЙ СОЛНЕЧНЫЙ ГЕНЕРАТОР

Настоящее изобретение относится к подвижному солнечному генератору для автономной и непрерывной подачи электроэнергии в транспортируемой системе автоматического или полуавтоматического складывания / раскладывания. Модульный подвижный солнечный генератор содержит основную секцию, в свою очередь, содержащую верхнюю часть, имеющую центральное отверстие, а также опорную конструкцию и панель управления, шарнирный механизм, содержащий механизм, обеспечивающий возможность поворота во всех направлениях и прикрепленный к центру опорной конструкции, продольную опорную выдвижную штангу, которая имеет нижний конец и верхний конец, прикреплена к опорной конструкции посредством механизма, обеспечивающего возможность поворота во всех направлениях, и которая выполнена с возможностью вытягивания из центрального отверстия, генерирующий элемент на основе солнечной энергии, содержащий центральную солнечную панель, прикрепленную к верхнему концу продольной опорной выдвижной штанги и по меньшей мере одну основную ...

Mehrscheiben-Isolierglaseinheit und Fenster mit einer Mehrscheiben-Isolierglaseinheit

Mehrscheiben-Isolierglaseinheit aufweisend – zumindest eine erste Scheibe (1) und eine zweite Scheibe (2), – einen ersten umlaufenden Rahmen (3), wobei der erste umlaufende Rahmen (3) zwischen der ersten Scheibe (1) und der zweiten Scheibe (2) angeordnet ist und einen Abstandshalter-Rahmen (4) der Mehrscheiben-Isolierglaseinheit (5) bildet, – einen zweiten umlaufenden Rahmen (6), wobei der zweite umlaufende Rahmen (6) zwischen der ersten Scheibe (1) und der zweiten Scheibe (2) angeordnet ist, – eine Mehrzahl von Lamellen (7), wobei die Lamellen (7) zwischen der ersten Scheibe (1) und der zweiten Scheibe (2) angeordnet und an dem zweiten umlaufenden Rahmen (6) befestigt sind und eine Mehrzahl von Solarzellen (8) aufweisen, wobei die Lamellen (7) an in Längsrichtung einander gegenüberliegenden Enden jeweils ein Endstück (17) aufweisen, wobei die Endstücke (17) der Lamellen (7) frei von Solarzellen (8) sind und wobei die Endstücke (17) sowie der zweite umlaufende Rahmen (6) zur elektrischen ...

Anordnung und Befestigung von Solarzellen an Raumfahrzeugen oder Satelliten

Solarzellenanordnungen und -module sowie Verfahren zur Herstellung und Verwendung solcher Solarzellenanordnungen oder -module mit der diskreten, vordefinierten, druckempfindlichen Klebemittel (PSA) Zonen darauf werden beschrieben. In bestimmten Ausführungsbeispielen können die Solarzellenanordnungsmodule einfach auf der Oberfläche eines Panels eines Raumfahrzeugs oder Satelliten befestigt werden und zwar mit den diskreten, vordefinierten PSA Zonen.

Air-conditioning device for vehicle, has ventilation unit of heating and air conditioning device, where ventilation unit is supplied solar electrical energy generated by converter of parked internal combustion engine

The air-conditioning device has a ventilation unit (36) of a heating and air conditioning device, which is fed by a shelf electric system (32), and is operated by an internal combustion engine independent of operating conditions. The ventilation unit has a sun protection element (12) for partially covering corresponding glazing of vehicle, and has a device (26) for converting solar power into electricity. The ventilation unit is supplied solar electrical energy generated by a converter of the parked internal combustion engine, in rest mode of heating and air conditioning device. An independent claim is also included for a method for regulating an air-conditioning system for a motor vehicle.

Einstellbare Solar-Vorrichtung

Die einstellbare Solar-Vorrichtung ist zusammenklappbar und wandelt entweder Solarenergie oder Kunstlicht in elektrische Energie um. Sie umfasst zumindest zwei photovoltaische Zellen, die Solarenergie oder Kunstlicht in elektrische Energie von 6 bis 12 Volt oder mehr umwandeln, und ist mit einem System typischer Anschlussstecker ausgestattet, um entweder unmittelbar Energie zu liefern oder bei Bedarf mit Hilfe eines Reglers die umgewandelte elektrische mit einer gewünschten Spannung bereitzustellen. Die photovoltaischen Zellen sind einseitig auf flachen, steifen, Last tragenden Elementen installiert, die Rechtecken ähneln. Diese Elemente sind an einem einzigen feststehenden Schwenkpunkt miteinander verbunden. Dieser Verbindungspunkt der Elemente mit installierten photovoltaischen Zellen bildet die Rotationsachse dieser Elemente. Die relative Anordnung der bogenförmigen Elemente zueinander während des Betriebs der Vorrichtung ist schlüsselartig, um Solarenergie oder Kunstlicht einzufangen ...

Verfahrbare Schindelanordnung aus Streifenrechteckmodulen mit einer Belegung von kristallinen sowie Dünnschicht-Solarzellen

Verfahrbare Schindelanordnung (1) aus Streifenrechteckmodulen (2) mit einer Belegung von kristallinen sowie Dünnschicht-Solarzellen (3) auf wahlweise verschiedenen Trägermaterialien,wobei entlang von mindestens zwei Außenkanten (18) unter den Streifenrechteckmodulen (2) Stützstrukturen zum Halten und Verschieben in einem darunter angeordneten ausfahrbaren oder ausklappbaren Schienensystem (5) angeordnet sind,wobei eine Reihe, oder zwei Reihen oder mehrere Reihen von nebeneinander angeordneten kristallinen sowie Dünnschicht-Solarzellen (3) untereinander verschalteten in einem Streifenrechteckmodul (2) angeordnet sind,sich zwei oder mehrere Streifenrechteckmodule (2) im ausgefahrenen Zustand schindelartig überlappen,an jedem Streifenrechteckmodul (2) außen an der kurzen Seite Kontakte (11) ausgebildet sind,die Kontakte (11) an der kurzen Seite direkt seitlich im oder auf dem Streifenrechteckmodul (2) oder im Schienensystem (5) angeordnet sind,wobei jedes Streifenrechteckmodul (2) einzeln ...

Sonnenschirm

AUSTAUSCHBARE VIELZWECKKOCHVORRICHTUNG

Solar current supply or charging device has solar cells or modules on panels preferably less than 3 mm. thick that can be arranged as compact arrangement or in rigid joined sections

The device has solar cells or solar cell modules providing electric current from sunlight or artificial light. The solar cells or modules (2) are arranged on at least two panels (1) preferably less than 3 mm thick joined by flexible or elastic connections or a common axle and that can be arranged as a compact arrangement or in rigid joined sections.

Faltbarer und ausfahrbarer Satz von Elementen in einem Raumfahrzeug

Portable renewable energy apparatus

A renewable energy power conversion apparatus 2 comprises telescopic upper and lower tower sections 6, 4, the upper tower section 6 supporting a device which harnesses a renewable energy source. Vertical movement of the upper tower section 6 with respect to the lower tower section 4 actuates deployment and retraction of the energy harnessing device. The device may be a wind turbine and vertical movement of the upper tower section 6 may deploy and retract the turbine rotor blades 26. The upper tower section 6 may be telescopic with a drive shaft of the lower tower section 4, the drive shaft being connected to an alternator 10. Additionally, or alternatively, the device may include solar panels.

SOLAR CELL ARRAYS

... 1,234,828. Gas cylinder discharge device. MINISTER OF AVIATION SUPPLY. 8 Oct., 1969 [14 Oct., 1968], No. 48483/68. Heading F4P. [Also in Division H1] A satellite carries a solar cell array which is stored folded and is extended to a fully deployed position by erection of a framework consisting of honeycomb aluminium cross-bars 15b-15e (Fig. 4) attached to telescoped aluminium alloy tubes. After assembly the innermost of the telescoped tubes 14 is filled with compressed gas via valve 21. On a ground command signal or automatically when the spin rate falls to a certain level explosive charges are detonated electrically to move ring 23, thereby releasing pivoted spring-loaded claws 25 from detents 24 in the shaft extension of member 27. The outermost tube then moves right thereby causing sealing ring 32 to be dislodged and allowing controlled escape of the gas via vent 33 to extend the assembly. Mating keys and keyways on the tubes prevent relative reaction. Mating conical stops on the tubes ...

Portable renewable energy electricity generation

A frame 410 is provided for supporting solar panel modules in a stowed position during transportation and a deployed position during use. The solar modules are contained within the frame completely when not in use. The frame may also support batteries and power conversion electrical modules such as inverters etc. The frame may also provide support for a wind turbine generator or solar heating panels. The angle of the panels during deployment may be adjusted to maximize electricity generation according to latitude. Adjustable feet are provided for leveling the equipment and wheels may be provided to facilitate easy transportation. The equipment may be positioned to provide shading or wind protection in addition to electricity generation.

SOLAR POWERED VEHICLE

PORTABLE REFRIGERATOR

Portable electronic device charger making use of flexible thin film solar cells

A portable solar charger with multiple thin film solar cells 1 that are deployed from the device housing 2 in a pivotal radial manner forming a full or partial circle, similar to a fan or petals, to provide maximum surface area for solar collection. The charging device is used to charge the battery of personal electronic devices such as mobile phones and tablets, via a connector 3 on the housing. The connector is preferably within a moulded cradle that can support a small electronic device allowing continued usage whilst recharging. When not in use, the photovoltaic cells are retracted back into the housing for protection and portability, reducing the overall size.

MECHANISMS FOR OPENING OUT A PLURALITY OF HINGEDLY INTERCONNECTED PANELS

... 1348384 Unfolding mechanism MESSERSCHMITT - BOLKOW - BLOHM GmbH 30 April 1971 [2 May 1970] 12419/71 Heading E2M A mechanism for opening out a row of panels which are hinged together and folded up in concertina-fashion is provided. Alternate panels 5 and 5' are connected by means of drive devices 10. These comprise discs 15, rigidly attached to the panels 5 and 5' so that the axis of the hinge passes through the centre of the disc, and flexible belts passing around the discs. Each panel 5 or 5' has a disc at each hinge. Movement of one panel, for instance 5', will thus move the interconnected panels 5 in the same sense and so open out the whole row. Optionally, the hinges may comprise torsion bars 8, which, when the row is folded up, provide a motive force for the unfolding. Further discs 16 may be provided, attached to the torsion bars 8 so as to rotate with them. Adjacent pairs of discs 16 are interconnected by flexible drive means to give the drive devices 11, the effect of which is to ...

An interchangeable multi-purpose cooking apparatus.

Supply unit for power and water based on renewable energy

An interchangable multi-purpose cooking apparatus.

The interchangeable multi-purpose cooking apparatus may be used as a normal stove, a grill, a frying pan, a barbecue, a baker, a steamer, a poacher, a chip fryer, a fondue or a Chinese wok. With some small modifications it can be used as a pressure cooker or even as a lighting device or a heater. This portable apparatus consists of a heating pan (1) and a cooking pan (2) which fits into the heating pan and accessories which allows it to carry out the various cooking operations. The heating unit is a heating pan comprising a heating mechanism and insulation for protection. The heating pan is either electrically heated or by burning a gaseous or liquid fuel. The electric power for the electrically heated pan is drawn from solar energy, or from a generator, or from the main electricity supply. The heating mechanisms are mutually interchangeable, or it may consist of a heating mechanism that can use electricity or gas within the same heating pan. Within this combination unit, it is understood ...

Supply unit for power and water based on renewabl e energy.

“Sophisticated Solar collector”.

Supply unit for power and water based on renewabl e energy.

An interchangeable multi-purpose cooking apparatus.

Supply unit for power and water based on renewabl e energy.

APPARATUS FOR GENERATING ELECTRIC POWER

Vorrichtung zur Stromerzeugung aus Sonnenenergie, die Vorrichtung zumindest umfassend eine erste Gruppe von Solarmodulen (2) und eine zweite Gruppe von Solarmodulen (3), wobei die erste Gruppe von Solarmodulen (2) und die zweite Gruppe von Solarmodulen (3) an einer Halterung (6) angeordnet sind, und wobei die erste Gruppe von Solarmodulen (2) und die zweite Gruppe von Solarmodulen (3) aus einer Transportposition, in welcher Transportposition die erste Gruppe von Solarmodulen (2) einen ersten Winkel (α) mit der zweiten Gruppe von Solarmodulen (3) einschließt, in zumindest eine Betriebsposition bewegbar sind, in welcher zumindest einen Betriebsposition die erste Gruppe von Solarmodulen (2) einen zweiten Winkel (β) mit der zweiten Gruppe von Solarmodulen (3) einschließt, wobei der erste Winkel (α) kleiner als der zweite Winkel (β) ist.

APPARATUS FOR GENERATING ELECTRIC POWER

Vorrichtung zur Stromerzeugung aus Sonnenenergie, die Vorrichtung zumindest umfassend eine erste Gruppe von Solarmodulen (2) und eine zweite Gruppe von Solarmodulen (3), wobei die erste Gruppe von Solarmodulen (2) und die zweite Gruppe von Solarmodulen (3) an einer Halterung (6) angeordnet sind, und wobei die erste Gruppe von Solarmodulen (2) und die zweite Gruppe von Solarmodulen (3) aus einer Transportposition, in welcher Transportposition die erste Gruppe von Solarmodulen (2) einen ersten Winkel mit der zweiten Gruppe von Solarmodulen (3) einschließt, in zumindest eine Betriebsposition bewegbar sind, in welcher zumindest einen Betriebsposition die erste Gruppe von Solarmodulen (2) einen zweiten Winkel mit der zweiten Gruppe von Solarmodulen (3) einschließt, wobei der erste Winkel kleiner als der zweite Winkel ist.

MOBILE SOLAR AKKU LOADING STATION

Solarmodul

Disclosed is a solar module (1), comprising a plurality of lamellar solar panels (2), which are mounted on a common axis (18) so as to be able to pivot between a first position, in which they are positioned one on top of the other in a substantially coincident manner, and a second position, in which they are fanned out substantially adjacently, wherein, of every two adjacent solar panels (2), only the axis-side end section (2') of the one solar panel (2) has at least one guide (34, 42, 48) and only the axis-side end section (2') of the other solar panel (2) has two stops (36, 37, 47) which interact with the guide (34, 42, 48) and are spaced from each other in the tangential direction, and wherein the solar panels (2) are spaced from each other in the fanned out second position in their radially projecting sections that adjoin the aforementioned end sections (2').

STATIONÄRE PHOTOVOLTAIK-ANLAGE

The invention relates to a stationary photovoltaic system (1) comprising a photovoltaic unit (2) having at least one photovoltaic panel (3a, 3b) and a support structure (4) for the photovoltaic unit (2). Said photovoltaic unit (2) and the support structure (4) comprise corresponding fixing points for fixing them together, said support structure (4) can be folded in a flat manner.

The mobile PV installation

Mobile PV-Anlage (1) mit: - einer Plattform (2) - einer Vielzahl von PV-Paneelen (3), die in einer Transportstellung auf der Plattform (2) angeordnet sind - einer Vielzahl von Gelenken (4), welche die PV-Paneele (3) ziehharmonikaartig miteinander verbinden, wobei die PV-Paneele (3) zum Verstellen aus der Transportstellung in eine Betriebsstellung auseinanderklappbar sind wobei jeweils zwischen benachbarten PV-Paneelen (3) zumindest eine Begrenzungsvorrichtung (5) angeordnet ist, welche das vollständige Auseinanderklappen der PV-Paneele (3) in eine fluchtende Anordnung verhindert.

PHOTOVOLTAISCHES MODUL UND VERWENDUNG DESSELBEN

In the case of a photovoltaic module (1) which comprises a plurality of solar cells (5) which are each coupled to an electrically conducting or conductive and structured layer or structure (10) for discharging the electrical energy generated in the solar cells (5), wherein at least two subregions (2, 3) of the photovoltaic module (1) which each have at least one solar cell (5) are coupled to one another via a flexible connecting region (4) and can be folded or tilted along the flexible connecting region (4) into a position in which they are bent back with respect to one another and/or at least partially overlap one another, provision is made for the solar cells (5) to be coupled on the rear side of said solar cells to the electrically conducting or conductive and structured layer (10) which is covered by a cover layer (11), and for the electrically conducting or conductive and structured layer (10) to be integrated in a multilayered film arranged on the rear side of the solar cells (5), ...

SOLAR GENERATOR CONSTRUCTION FOR SATELLITES WITH BRACING ELEMENTS BETWEEN PANELS

Solar power generation apparatus

HNU1800202CN The present disclosure discloses a solar power generation apparatus, including: 5 at least two substrates, two adjacent substrates being in flexible connection; and a solar cell chip. Each of the substrates is provided with the solar cell chip. The flexible connection indicates that two adjacent substrates can rotate within a scope of 0-360 degrees, such that the at least two substrates in flexible connection have a plurality of states including a tiled state, a folding state, and states ranging from an unfolding state to the folding state. By arranging a 10 solar cell chip and a light-transmitting front plate on a substrate, the power generation apparatus implements rolling up and housing the solar cell chip, and makes it easy to carry by a user. Moreover, by arranging a tin-coated copper tape, the solar power generation apparatus implements series connection of the solar cell chips on the substrates. Furthermore, by arranging an encapsulation film layer on the solar cell ...

Power generating unit

Mobile power system

Photovoltaic windable composite and solar protective device comprising such a composite

Adjustable solar powerer

Portable modular sun-tracking solar energy receiver system

A portable solar energy generation system has a solar energy receiver having a plurality of solar cells for converting solar energy into a DC voltage. A solar tracking mechanism enables the solar energy receiver to track a position of the sun with respect to the solar cells and to position the solar cells responsive thereto. Power circuitry generates at least one output voltage to power an electronic device responsive to the DC voltage. A housing contains each of the solar energy receiver, the solar tracking mechanism and the power circuitry in a portable configuration.

A solar array assembly

A SOLAR ARRAY ASSEMBLY A solar assembly (20) including a plurality of solar arrays (21). The arrays (21) are arranged in sets so as to provide a panel (23). The panel (23) includes frame members (25) that are supported beams. Panel (23) is angularly movable about a generally horizontal axis (29). (4-/ E I, ...

A ROLLABLE PHOTOVOLTAIC COMPOSITE AND A SOLAR PROTECTION DEVICE WITH SUCH A COMPOSITE

The subject matter of this present invention is a rollable photovoltaic composite (1), used in particular for solar protection, which includes at least one flexible photovoltaic panel (4) and at least one textile panel (2), on the outside face (2a) of which is laminated the said photovoltaic panel by means of a first connecting layer (13), characterised in that, in the transverse direction (F) to that in which it is to be rolled, and at any level (9) of the photovoltaic panel (4), it has a thickness (E) that is more-or-less constant, including one or more zones (11, 12) of reduced thickness (Eo), the said thickness corresponding to the thickness of the textile panel (2) possibly covered with a film on its inside face, and in that the width (1) is no more than 8 centimetres, so as to eliminate the formation of folds during rolling or in the deployed position.

PORTABLE SOLAR GENERATOR

A portable PV modular solar generator (1). A plurality of wheels (2) are attached to the bottom of a rechargeable battery container (5). At least one rechargeable battery (4) is contained inside the rechargeable battery container (5). A power conditioning panel (8) is connected to the rechargeable battery container. At least one photovoltaic panel (10) is pivotally connected. In a preferred embodiment, the rechargeable battery container (5) is a waterproof battery enclosure having a knife switch connection. A mast (6) having a rotation bar (9) is supported by the waterproof battery enclosure (5). At least one solar panel support brace for supporting the photovoltaic panel (10) is attached to the rotation bar (9). The power conditioning panel is waterproof, is attached to the mast (6) and has a door. When the door is opened, at least one safety switch is opened, breaking and electric circuit. The waterproof power conditioning panel (8) has a charge controller and an inverter. The charge ...

DEPLOYABLE SOLAR TRACKER SYSTEM

The deployable solar tracker system comprises a single-axis solar tracker (1) including a plurality of foldable panel array sections (10, 10a). Each foldable panel array section (10, 10a) comprises a shaft section (11), a plurality of support ribs (12) hinged to the shaft section (11), a plurality of solar panels (13) attached to the support ribs (12) and a handling element (28) attached on top of the shaft section (11). The handling element (28) has one or more handle openings (29, 30) dimensioned for receiving one or more lift members oriented in a transversal direction perpendicular to the shaft section (11). The handle openings (29, 30) of the handling elements (28) of the plurality of the foldable pane! array sections (10, 10a) are mutually aligned when the plurality of foldable panel array sections (10, 10a) are arranged in a shipping arrangement.

SOLAR CARPORT AND WATER MANAGEMENT FOR SOLAR CARPORTS AND CANOPIES

The embodiments are apparatuses, systems and methods of water management and icicle prevention for solar carports, and are designed to catch drips between rows of, and water run-off from, the low side of inclined photovoltaic modules arranged to form the roof of the solar carport or canopy.

PORTABLE SOLAR LIGHT

A portable solar light system is configured to move from outdoors during the day, wherein batteries are charge by photovoltaic cells, to indoors at night to provide lighting. A portable solar light system has a light fixture that has one or more solar light assemblies attached thereto. A photovoltaic cell is configured on a top surface of the light fixture and the light projects light from the bottom surface of the light fixture. In addition, a light fixture has a top and bottom connector to allow easy placement of the light fixture both outdoors and indoors. The top and/or bottom connectors have attachment features to allow a hook to be attached to enable the light fixture to be hung in a desired location and the bottom connector may be attached to a stand-base to form a floor lamp. An extension rod may be configured into the top or bottom connectors.

PHOTOVOLTAIC CONTAINER

Disclosed is a photovoltaic container (100), relating to the field of containers. A main object is to solve the technical problem that an existing photovoltaic assembly is directly laid on a top face of a container, and the pressure of gravity of the photovoltaic assembly can easily cause the depression and deformation of a top layer iron cover of the container. The main technical solution adopted is: a photovoltaic container, comprising a photovoltaic assembly (1), a supporting frame (2) and a container body (3), wherein the container body (3) comprises a container body framework; the photovoltaic assembly (1) is mounted on the container body framework by the supporting frame (2), and is outside the container body (3), such that the photovoltaic assembly (1) is supported by the container body framework. Since the photovoltaic assembly (1) is mounted on the container body framework of the container (100) by the supporting frame (2), the container body framework of higher strength can provide ...

A SOLAR ELECTRICAL GENERATOR

A solar electrical generator comprising an outer wall (1, 2) arranged to partially surround a cavity. A hub (3) is provided within the cavity wherein the outer face (4) of the wall is provided with solar cells (5). At least one of the hub (3) and the inner face (6) of the wall are provided with solar cells (5).

MASSIVELY CONNECTED INDIVIDUAL SOLAR CELLS

In some examples, an assembly including at least one vertical support; a plurality of Heliopanels affixed to the at least one vertical support, each Heliopanel of the plurality of Heliopanels including one or more substrates; a plurality of Heliocells affixed to the one or more substrates of the plurality of Heliopanels such that a plurality of continuous gaps is defined between adjacent Heliocells and wherein the gaps permit air, water and sunlight to pass through the Heliopanels, wherein each Heliocells of the plurality of Heliocells includes one or more solar cell units, and wherein the solar cell units are contained in one or more encapsulants to protect the solar cell units from one or more of water and oxygen molecules, atmospheric pollutants, dirt, soot, and strong chemicals or by mechanical abrasion, impact, UV light, or temperature; and electrical conductors interconnecting the Heliocells to each another to form an electrical circuit.

STOWABLE LARGE AREA SOLAR POWER MODULE

Vorrichtung mit einer Sonnenzellenmatrix

Apparatus comprising a plurality of panels containing photoelectric cells for generating electric current

A plurality of panels (5) which contain a relatively large number of electrically interconnected photoelectric cells (2) are inserted alongside one another at a distance into a folding pocket (1) which is composed of flexible insulating material and is open at one side. Each panel (5) is in electrical contact via solder strips (3, 4) with connecting strips (7) extending along the longitudinal edges of the folding pocket (1) and incorporated in the material of the folding pocket (1). The connecting strips (7) are composed of a flexible metal fabric and form a series and/or parallel connection of the panels (5). Corresponding voltages can be taken off at the appropriate currents from the contact elements (6, 6a) which are designed as contact screws and at the same time mechanically secure the solder strips (3, 4) of the panels (5) to the connecting strips (7) and the material of the folding pocket (1). As a result the panels (5) are connected without using cables. It is furthermore possible ...

Photovoltaic panel for parasol.

Linvention concerne un panneau photovoltaïque (10;10´) flexible en forme de secteur angulaire comportant au moins une cellule photovoltaïque (14) et des moyens dattache (18) permettant de monter le panneau photovoltaïque (10) sur un support (20), en particulier un parasol.

Photovoltaic solar device.

L’invention concerne un dispositif solaire photovoltaïque (1) comprenant: un support (2) de panneaux en forme de toit à deux pans (21, 22) séparés par une arête (20), le support comportant deux côtés latéraux parallèles à ladite arête, et deux côtés frontaux perpendiculaires à ladite arête; un ou plusieurs panneaux photovoltaïques (3) sur chacun desdits pans; plusieurs points de fixation (50, 60, 70, 510) sur chacun des deux côtes latéraux et sur chaque côté frontal, pour fixer des accessoires sur ledit support, notamment des roues, en vue du transport dudit dispositif.

Device contained photovoltaic solar device.

Le dispositif solaire photovoltaïque autonome portable est un système intégré de capteur photovoltaïque souple (5) enroulé autour dun support cylindrique ou parallélépipédique (1). Ce dispositif comprend soit une amorce, soit des LED. II est utile pour léclairage et le chargement dappareils électriques/électroniques ou le pompage de leau. Lensemble fonctionne de manière autonome sans besoin de connexion extérieure et est portable par une personne seule de taille adulte.

Solar plant.

Eine Photovoltaikanlage besitzt eine Mehrzahl von in einem Abstand zueinander angeordneten Solarmodulen (11). Die Anlage ist mit einer Einrichtung (27) ausgerüstet, um das Regenwasser abzuführen und erlaubt, den Anstellwinkel (29, 31) der Solarmodule (11) steil zu stellen, um ein Schneeabrutschen zu gewährleisten.

Tender unit for river and water on the basis of renewable energies.

Photovoltaic array scalable and flexible photovoltaic panel.

Linvention concerne un générateur photovoltaïque comportant plusieurs panneaux photovoltaïques (1) flexibles assemblés entre eux. Les panneaux photovoltaïques sont munis de connecteurs velcro (110, 111) conducteurs électriquement assurant à la fois la connexion électrique entre panneaux adjacents et leur maintien mécanique. Linvention inclut également un panneau photovoltaïque (1) flexible pour la construction dun générateur photovoltaïque selon linvention.

Solar plant.

Die Erfindung betrifft eine Solaranlage (11) mit einer Mehrzahl von in einer Reihe angeordneten Solarpaneelen (19) und mindestens einem Halteelement (13), an welchem die Solarpaneelen (19) hintereinander gehalten sind. Die Solarpaneelen (19) sind entlang des mindestens einen Haltelementes (13) mit einem Angriffsmittel von einer ausgezogenen Betriebsposition in eine eingezogene Ruheposition verschiebbar.

Solar panel for solar system, has fold line that is provided between primary and secondary solar cells

The solar panel (11) has an encapsulation layer (27), in which the primary and secondary solar cells (23,25) are embedded. A flexible sheath (29) is provided to surround the photovoltaic cells and encapsulation layer. A fold line (17) is provided between the primary and secondary solar cells. The envelope is flexible in the region of the fold line. An independent claim is included for solar system.

Blind photovoltaic.

Linvention concerne un store photovoltaïque (1) comprenant un tambour rotatif (2) et plusieurs panneaux photovoltaïques (1012) flexibles enroulables et déroulables autour de ce tambour rotatif pour fermer respectivement déployer le store. Le dispositif comporte un tube de ventilation (19) et un ventilateur (190) alimenté par les panneaux photovoltaïques afin de créer un flux dair sous le store photovoltaïque.

Mobile charging center for electric car, has solar power system generating power by photovoltaic plate, where photovoltaic plate forms cover that is three-dimensionally, movably supported on frame in central bearing in center

The charging center (1) has a solar power system generating power by a photovoltaic plate. The photovoltaic plate forms a cover (40) that is three-dimensionally, movably supported on a frame (4) in a central bearing (3) in the center. The cover is homokinetically supported in the bearing in the center. An electrical controller (30) is connected with a light sensor (2) and with a wind measuring system (12). The wind measuring system measures wind direction. Weight of a battery (20) corresponds to two times weight of the cover.

Solar sonic energy collector for obtaining, recycling and storing electricity in e.g. airport, has solar cells for absorbing light and directly converting light into electricity, and microphones for converting sound waves into electricity

The collector has solar cells (9) with miniature microphones (11) e.g. electric microphones, and mirror reflectors (10) for forming a common unit, where the solar cells absorb light from artificial light sources and natural light sources and directly convert the light into electricity. The mirror reflectors collect sound waves, and the microphones convert the collected sound waves into electricity. Lithium ion batteries store the electricity produced by the solar cells and the microphones. A LED panel or illuminating body and an organic LED are provided as the artificial light sources.

Photovoltaic plant.

Eine Photovoltaikanlage, die sich dadurch kennzeichnet, dass die Träger (1) der Photovoltaikmodule im «Off-Zustand» übereinander gestapelt sind und im Betriebsmodus mittels eines Transfer- (3) und eines Hebemechanismus ausgefahren werden. Weiters ist die Anlage mit einer Steuerung ausgerüstet, die ihr erlaubt, die Anlage bei widrigen Bedingungen in den sicheren Off-Zustand zu versetzen. Zusätzlich ist die Photovoltaikanlage vorteilhaft geeignet zur Ausrüstung einer Stromtankstelle für das Betanken von Elektrofahrzeugen.

Module et installation photovoltaïques.

L'invention concerne un module photovoltaïque (16) comprenant au moins une pale d'éolienne à axe horizontal réutilisé ou une section de pale d'éolienne à axe horizontal réutilisée formant une poutre (25) caractérisé par une pluralité de traverses (26) fixées sur la poutre (25), chaque traverse portant des panneaux photovoltaïques (18). L'invention concerne également une installation photovoltaïque munie de tels modules.

Photovoltaikanlage.

Eine erfindungsgemässe Photovoltaikanlage verfügt über eine Mehrzahl von in einer Reihe anordenbaren und an einem Tragrahmen (21) montierten Photovoltaikmodule (13). Benachbarte Photovoltaikmodule (13) mit ihren Tragrahmen (21) sind mittels Gelenken oder Scharnieren gelenkig miteinander verbunden und von einem im Wesentlichen gestreckten und flachen Zustand in einen zusammengeschobenen, kompakten Zustand und umgekehrt überführbar. Eine Antriebseinheit ermöglicht, die Photovoltaikmodule (13) vom kompakten in den gestreckten Zustand und umgekehrt zu überführen. Die Tragstruktur umfasst ein erstes Führungsschienenpaar aus zwei im Abstand voneinander angeordneten Führungsschienen(15). Seitlich an den Photovoltaikmodulen (13) respektive an den Tragrahmen (21) sind frei drehbare Laufräder angeordnet, deren gegenseitiger Abstand voneinander mit dem Abstand der einander gegenüberliegenden Führungsschienen (15) übereinstimmt, sodass die Photovoltaikmodule (13) mit geringem Rollwiderstand in Richtung ...

AEROSTATIC PLATFORM

DEVICE ENERGOI WATER SUPPLY BASED ON RENEWABLE ENERGY

SOLAR MODULE

САМОРАЗВОРАЧИВАЮЩИЙСЯ СОЛНЕЧНЫЙ КОНЦЕНТРАТОР (ВАРИАНТЫ)

Предложен космический солнечный концентратор, основанный на использовании отражателей, которые разворачиваются. Каждый из отражателей содержит в себе стороны с отражающим покрытием на поверхностях, обращенные в направлении от основы. В одном из вариантов исполнения, стороны отражателя имеют более толстые участки для придания твердости отражателю во время разворачивания, когда отсутствует внешняя сила, и более тонкие участки для снижения веса и уменьшения потенциальной энергии сжатия. В другом варианте, обе отражающие стороны развернуты, когда отражатель находиться в сложенном состоянии. Во время разворачивания фиксирующая сторона ограничивает разворачивание обеих отражающих сторон и обеспечивает точное отражающее положение. Эти варианты реализации снижают уровень потенциальной энергии сжатия.

SOLAR MODULE

SOLAR POWER STATION

A fan-shaped plate folding mechanism

A portable solar charging treasure with multiple folding surfaces and a charging method thereof

Rotating, folding and unfolding photovoltaic power generation tracking device

Automobile solar sunshade panel, sunshade curtain and skylight power generation system

Portable multiple power supply comprising solar cell

Spreadable solar battery of electric eyes

SPREADABLE SOLAR GENERATOR HAS STRUCTURE OF SUPPORT SPREADABLE

AUTONOMOUS ELECTRIC FEEDING ATTACHMENT

DEPLOYABLE FLEXIBLE SOLAR ARRAY

PANEL OF GENERATOR SOLAR AND SPACE VEHICLE COMPRISING SUCH A PANEL

DEVICE HAS SOLAR CELLS INTENDS FOR THE LOADING OF BATTERY

DEVICE OF CONTINUATION OF THE SUN, IN PARTICULAR INTENDS TO EQUIP A CONSTRUCTION

ELEMENT DIRECTIONAL SCREEN FOR ENVELOPE OF BUILDING AND TOGETHER OF SUCH ELEMENTS SCREENS

DEVICE OF RESERVE AND SEQUENCING OF DEPLOYMENT

Un appareil pour batterie solaire à panneaux (20), comprend des premier et second panneaux en ligne (28, 30) pivotant ensemble entre des positions repliée et déployée; des moyens (25) pour déplacer les panneaux en ligne (28, 30) entre les positions; un panneau latéral raccordé en pivotement au panneau (30) pour tourner entre des positions repliée et déployée; des moyens pour maintenir les panneaux en ligne (28, 30) dans la position déployée; des moyens pour déplacer le panneau latéral (50) entre les positions repliée et déployée; et des moyens suralimentant les moyens pour maintenir le dit panneau latéral dans la position repliée, devenant désengagés du panneau latéral lorsque les panneaux (28, 30) atteignent la position déployée pour permettre au panneau latéral d'atteindre la position déployée.

Surveillance beacon for detection of intrusion in e.g. site, has support structures drawn up to form protective cage, where support structures are folded back around base so as to give off mast and head in usage position

L'invention a pour objet une balise de surveillance qui comporte une base d'assise au sol (4) sur laquelle est rapporté un mât à déploiement télescopique (6) et une tête de détection et d'identification d'intrusion (8) montée à une extrémité de ce mât. La balise comporte en outre des structures support de panneaux solaires (10) qui sont montées pivotantes sur la base d'assise au sol. La balise est adaptée à prendre une position de transport, dans laquelle les structures support de panneaux sont dressées pour former une cage protectrice de la balise, ou une position d'utilisation, dans laquelle les structures support de panneaux sont rabattues à plat autour de la base de manière à dégager le mât et la tête de détection associée.

Retractable photoelectric structure, such as swimming pool cover, etc, consists in series of parallel rigid slats having concave surfaces glued to supporting film, and convex surfaces covered by solar cells including semiconductor polymer

Il s'agit d'un dispositif permettant de stocker sur un cylindre, un ellipsoïde de révolution ou contre une surface plane une structure constituée de lames (1) cintrées équipées de cellules solaires rigides planes ou cintrées ou des cellules capables de subir un cintrage. Les cellules solaires sont disposées sur la face convexe d'une lame rigide et cintrée en métal. Une toile recouvre la face concave de la lame et réunit les séries de lames positionnées parallèlement. Le rayon de la première série de lames est identique au rayon du cylindre (3) sur lequel s'enroule la structure, le rayon de chaque série est adapté au nouveau rayon d'enroulement compte tenu de la surépaisseur. Les lames cintrées sur 2 axes s'enroulent sur un ellipsoïde et les lames verticales sont suspendues à une barre. Ce dispositif permet de créer une surface photogénératrice dont le stockage et le transport sont facilités par un encombrement réduit. Les nombreuses applications, de la simple plaquette à enroulement par ...

Flexible solar cell module support - comprises hinged panels with electrical connections passing through hollow panel hinge elements

Foldable energy converter device for supplying power to e.g. navigation light during boating, has photovoltaic panels connected together by respective joints, where each joint has envelope i.e. tubular strap, made of textile material

Dispositif convertisseur d'énergie (1) comportant au moins deux panneaux photovoltaïques (2) reliés entre eux par au moins une articulation (12a, 12b), ladite articulation (12) comprenant une enveloppe souple renfermant des câbles électriques (4) Selon l'invention, ladite enveloppe est une sangle tubulaire (3) réalisée en une matière textile.

TRANSPORTABLE GENERATOR MODULE, ADAPTABLE ABOVE CONTAINERS, RECEPTACLES OR OTHER PREFABRICATED RELATIVELY FLAT SUPPORT

Le module regroupe sur un même châssis, le cas échéant formant coffre, tous les équipements permettant une production autonome d'énergie électrique par voie photovoltaïque. Rendu sur site, les panneaux solaires sont déployés et le raccordement électrique effectué sur l'installation à alimenter. Plusieurs modules peuvent être mis en série afin d'augmenter la puissance de l'installation. Le montage selon l'invention présente l'intérêt de regrouper dans un même ensemble préassemblé , transportable, et de mise en œuvre facile tous les équipements permettant de produire de l'énergie électrique d'origine solaire. Elle peut trouver son utilisation partout où se trouve des difficultés d'alimentation électrique.

STRUCTURE OF GENERATOR SOLAR FOR SATELLITE INCLUDING/UNDERSTANDING OF THE CHOCKS BETWEEN PANELS

La structure de générateur solaire de satellite comprend plusieurs panneaux solaires (PR, PS) ayant chacun une surface plane, les panneaux sont disposés en superposition dans la structure (ST), et cette structure comprend au moins une tige (TI) maintenant les panneaux (PR, PS) comprimés les uns aux autres, deux panneaux successifs étant en contact par l'intermédiaire d'appuis (AL) disposés en périphérie desdits panneaux. Dans cette structure, des calages (CA) sont répartis sur la surface des panneaux (PR, PS) et sont disposés entre deux panneaux successifs afin d'améliorer le contact entre deux panneaux successifs, pour que la structure présente une meilleure résistance mécanique en phase de lancement du satellite. Avec cet agencement, une partie des efforts est reprise par les calages au lieu d'être reprise par les panneaux, ce qui permet d'optimiser le générateur solaire en réduisant par exemple la masse des panneaux qu'il comprend.

BATTERY CHARGER AND SOLAR CELLS FOR BATTERY CHARGING

La présente invention concerne un chargeur de batterie et des cellules solaires pour charger une batterie. Le chargeur de batterie est caractérisé en ce qu'il comprend une cellule solaire (39) utilisée comme source d'énergie pour charger une batterie; une unité de chargeur de batterie (31) qui se relie à la cellule solaire (39) pour charger la batterie et qui est pourvue d'un compartiment de cellule solaire (35) pour stocker la cellule solaire lorsque non en charge et des parties de connexion qui relient électriquement la cellule solaire (39) à la batterie fixée à l'unité de chargeur de batterie (31). L'invention trouve application dans le domaine de l'énergie solaire.

DISРОSIТIF А СЕLLULЕS SОLАIRЕS DЕSТINЕ АU СНАRGЕМЕNТ DЕ ВАТТЕRIЕ

EXPANDED SOLAR CELL INSTALLATION UNIT

The present invention relates to an expanded solar cell installation unit, and more specifically, to an expanded solar cell installation unit allowing a plurality of solar cells to be expanded on an installation unit, which is capable of allowing a solar cell to be installed thereon, in a folding and sliding method. The expanded solar cell installation unit comprises a main body (10), a hinge part (20) and an auxiliary body (30). The main body (10) has a first module (1) for solar electricity generation installed thereon in such a manner that the first module (1) is fixed by a plurality of support parts (1) protruding upward from the upper surface of the main body and has a third module (3) for solar electricity generation slidably inserted in an insertion space (14) in a drawer-method, the insertion space (14) formed on the outer surface of one side in an inner direction. The hinge part (20) is formed on one side of the upper part of the main body (10). The auxiliary body (30) has one ...

반사판과 플랙서블 태양전지를 활용한 휴대용 충전장치, 및 충전방법

... 본 발명은 반사판과 플랙서블 태양전지를 활용한 휴대용 충전장치, 및 충전방법에 대한 것이다. 보다 상세하게는 휴대용 충전장치에 있어서, 권취롤; 일측 끝단면이 상기 권취롤에 결합되며, 휴대모드시 상기 권취롤에 리와인드되며, 충전모드시 상기 권취롤에서 언와인드되어 태양광을 인가받아 전기에너지를 생성하는 플렉서블 태양전지유닛; 및 상기 플렉서블 태양전지 유닛 일측에 결합되어 상기 충전모드시 펼쳐져 상기 태양전지 유닛으로 입사되는 태양광을 증대시키는 반사판;을 포함하는 것을 특징으로 하는 반사판과 플랙서블 태양전지를 이용한 휴대용 충전장치에 관한 것이다.

Electronic device

The electronic device according to the present invention is provided with: a first housing; a second housing; a pivot part for connecting the first housing and the second housing; a spring which imparts an elastic force to the first and second housings so as to cause one end of the first housing to come into contact with one end of the second housing; and a connector disposed inside the first housing. The first housing, the second housing, the pivot part, and the spring function together as a clip capable of gripping an object between said one end of the first housing and said one end of the second housing. The connector can be mechanically and electrically attached/detached, through an opening formed in a lateral surface of the first housing, to/from a connector provided to an external environmental power generation module.

SYSTEM FOR DEPLOYING SPATIAL APPENDICES AND SPATIAL APPENDIX COMPRISING SUCH A SYSTEM

The invention relates to a system for deploying spatial appendices such as photovoltaic generators, comprising at least one deployment hinge line in two phases, equipped with two axes of rotation (10, 20). According to the invention the deployment system comprises a mechanism for synchronising (101, 102, 103, 106, 107) the two axes of rotation such that when the leading axis (20) rotates during a first deployment phase, the axis led (10) does not rotate, then, when the leading axis rotates during the second deployment phase, the axis led rotates in a synchronised manner with the leading axis.

SOLAR-CELL-INTEGRATED ROLL SCREEN

There is provided a solar-cell-integrated roll screen having high durability against rolling/unrolling. The constituent material and thickness of each section of a solar-cell-integrated roll screen (10) are determined so that the tensile strength in the rolling direction is equal to or less than 75 MPa. The constituent material and thickness of each section of the solar-cell-integrated roll screen (10) are also preferably determined so that the Young's modulus in the rolling direction is equal to or less than 650 MPa.

POWER GENERATING UNIT

Disclosed is a power generating unit which can be placed on a footprint and is provided with means for generating power in a solar manner. Said means are formed by an arrangement of photovoltaic panels (10-1, 10-2, 10-3, 10-4) which are connected to one another in such a way that said panels can be folded. The panels are arranged on a carrier (9) in a foldable manner. Said carrier can be arranged in a housing (1) when said carrier forms a unit together with the panels in the folded state. The carrier can come out of the housing and can go back into said housing.

PHOTOCHARGEABLE SECONDARY BATTERY

A photochargeable secondary battery, carrying a charging performance representing a sufficient durability against repetition use by combining a flexible and durable photoelectric conversion sheet with a photoelectric transducer and a storage battery, comprises a cylindrical winding core section (2), a flexible photoelectric transducer (11) so arranged as to be /drawn out by being wound around the winding core section, a chargeable/dischargeable storage battery (4), and a control circuit section (5) which controls the charge/discharge of this storage battery. The whole is formed into a nearly cylindrical form with the photoelectric transducer wound around thee winding core section. The storage battery is detachable from the core section. The photoelectric transducer is folded in a drawing direction and provided with an engagement section (3a) constituting a grip and a means for storing different batteries.

Mobile solar unit with lighting tower

Mobile solar unit that can be moved to different places where a power point or lighting is required, characterized in that it is based on a trailer incorporating a structure the top of which is fitted with a collapsible frame that when stowed is arranged horizontally on the structure, and that also carries three superposed collapsible solar panels. The structure is fitted with a fixed inclined frame, that supports three more superposed collapsible solar panels, having a mechanical system using a hear motor inside the body work of the generator that makes it possible to raise or lower the upper platform and thereby situated the aforementioned collapsible solar panel as a continuation of the solar panels on the fixed inclined support; and then enable the superposed solar panels to be folded out, such that they are all inclined, coplanar and ready to capture solar energy.

Electronic device

Provided is an electronic device including a small-area solar power generation system which is capable of efficiently generating power. A mobile device ( 10 ) includes: an optical module ( 2 ); and a storage section ( 1 ), the optical module ( 2 ) including: a light guide section which has a light receiving surface for receiving light from outside and guides the light thus received; and a solar cell element which is provided on an end face of the light guide section, the end face intersecting the light receiving surface, and receives the light thus guided through the light guide section, and the storage section ( 1 ) storing the optical module ( 2 ) so that the optical module can be drawn out from the storage section.

Multi-panel solar panel deployment device

A mobile power unit includes a mobile trailer and a plurality of support posts coupled to the mobile trailer, each support post having an axis. The mobile power unit further includes a plurality of solar panels, at least one of the plurality of solar panels being pivotally coupled to one of the plurality of support posts such that the at least one of the plurality of solar panels can be rotated about the axis of the support post to which it is attached.

Tensioned sheet-metal based solar panels and structures for supporting the same

Tensioned sheet-metal based solar panels and structures for supporting the same are disclosed. The sheet metal based solar panels can include a flexible photovoltaic solar module laminated onto a thin, flexible metal sheet. Such solar panels can be mounted on and tensioned within a support frame that is twisted out of plane with respect to a reference planar datum surface. The resulting surface can be a hyperbolic paraboloid, which can be aesthetically pleasing while improving structural stability and maximizing angular exposure to the sun.

Photovoltaic assemblies and methods for transporting

A PV assembly including framework, PV laminate(s), and a stiffening device. The framework includes a perimeter frame at least 10 feet in length and at least 5 feet in width. The PV laminate(s) are assembled to the perimeter frame to define a receiving zone having a depth of not more than 8 inches. The stiffening device is associated with the framework and is configured to provide a first state and a second state. In the first state, an entirety of the stiffening device is maintained within the receiving zone. In the second state, at least a portion of the stiffening device projects from the receiving zone. The stiffening device enhances a stiffness of the PV assembly in a plane of the perimeter frame, and can include rods defining truss structures.

Solar-cell-integrated roll screen

A solar-cell-integrated roll screen having a high durability against winding/unwinding. The constituent material and thickness of each section of a solar-cell-integrated roll screen are determined so that the tensile strength in the winding direction is less than or equal to 75 MPa. The constituent material and thickness of each section of the solar-cell-integrated roll screen are also preferably determined so that the Young's modulus in the winding direction is equal to or less than 650 MPa.

Flexible electrical generators

The invention relates to a flexible electrical generator comprising at least one photovoltaic device and a flexible support, wherein said photovoltaic device is attached to the flexible support and wherein the flexible support comprises a fabric comprising high-strength polymeric fibers, said flexible support comprising also a plastomer wherein said plastomer is a semi-crystalline copolymer of ethylene or propylene and one or more C2 to C12 α-olefin co-monomers and wherein said plastomer having a density as measured according to ISO1183 of between 860 and 930 kg/m 3 .

Portable rigid solar photovoltaic module and applications

A frameless photovoltaic module constructed as a laminated sandwich comprising an optically transparent plastic film glazing layer, an optically transparent upper adhesive layer, a matrix of PV cells, a middle layer adhering said PV cells to a PV cells back lining layer consisting of a matrix of an individual plastic film tiles having the same quantity, footprints and arrangement as the PV cells and another sides of said plastic film tiles are adhered to a PV module rigid base sheet, said plastic film glazing layer, being adhered to said PV cells and to said rigid base sheet, in spaces between said PV cells and the rigid base sheet peripheral areas, forms in-folds in the grooved spaces between said PV cells, where said in-folds allow compensation for thermal expansion and contraction of said plastic film glazing. Interspaces between adjacent PV cells chamfered corners are arranged with mounting holes reinforced by eyelets.

Photovoltaic Blind

The invention relates to a photovoltaic blind ( 1 ) comprising a rotating drum ( 2 ) and several flexible photovoltaic panels ( 10 - 12 ) that can be rolled up and unrolled around this rotating drum to close respectively unfold the blind. The device comprises a ventilation tube ( 19 ) and a ventilator ( 190 ) powered by the photovoltaic panels in order to create an air flux under the photovoltaic blind.

Folding solar canopy assembly

A structure capable of folding into a compact form for transporting, and for simple unfolding for attachment to a base, the structure including: two or more hingably interconnected solar panel arrays each having a two or more of solar panels, a solar panel support channel, and a support beam; wherein the two or more solar panels are attached to top portions of the solar panel support channel, and a bottom portion of the solar panel support channel is attached to a top portion of the support beam, the support beam having a hinged joint for cooperating in folding into mutual, near coplanar juxtaposition; and where the structure, when unfolded includes a solar canopy and is L-shaped viewed on end.

PORTABLE SOLAR ARRAY WITH LOCKING MECHANISM FOR MAXIMIZING ELECTRICAL OUTPUT

A modular solar device including a solar panel, a housing containing circuitry coupled to the solar panel, a first connector of a first type disposed on a first side of the housing, and a second connector of a second type disposed on a second side of the housing, wherein the first connector is configured to mate with a connector of the second type, and the second connector is configured to mate with a connector of the first type to allow additional modular solar devices to be connected to the modular solar device, is provided. A scalable solar panel array is also provided. 1. A modular solar device comprising:a solar panel;a housing containing circuitry coupled to the solar panel;a first connector of a first type disposed on the housing; anda second connector of a second type disposed on the housing;wherein the first connector is configured to mate with a connector of the second type, and the second connector is configured to mate with a connector of the first type to allow additional modular solar devices to be connected to the modular solar device.2. The modular device of claim 1 , wherein the first connector of the first type is disposed on a first side of the housing claim 1 , and the second connector of the second type is disposed on a second side of the housing.3. The modular solar device of claim 1 , wherein the first connector and the second connector include a combination of fingers and slots claim 1 , wherein the fingers each have a central opening that is aligned with neighboring fingers.4. The modular solar device of claim 3 , wherein a locking pin is configured to be inserted through the central openings of the fingers to lock the modular solar device to an adjacent modular solar device.5. The modular solar device of claim 3 , wherein the first type of connector includes one more finger and one more slot than the second type of connector.6. The modular solar device of claim 1 , further comprising at least one cable connection interface coupled to the ...

SUPPORT FOR SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTORS

A solar energy collection system can include support devices configured to accommodate misalignment of components during assembly. For example, the system can include piles fixed to the earth and an adjustable bearing assembly at the upper end of the pile. The adjustable bearing assembly can include at least one of a vertical adjustment device, a lateral adjustment device and an angular adjustment device. The solar energy collection system can also include a plurality of solar energy collection device pre-wired together and mounted to a support member so as to form modular units. The system can also include enhanced supports for wire trays extending between rows of solar energy collection devices. 1. (canceled)2. A solar assembly for collecting solar energy , the solar assembly comprising:a plurality of piles secured to a ground surface, each of the piles having an upper end, each of the piles having an upper end, each of the piles extending along a generally vertical direction relative to the ground surface;a plurality of support frames, each of the support frames having a first structural support member extending in a first direction of the support frame;a plurality of solar energy collection devices supported by the support frames, each of the solar energy collection devices being wired to output electrical energy at about the same voltage; a plurality of tray members for holding a plurality of electrical wires connecting the plurality of solar energy collection devices;', 'a plurality of joints connecting the plurality of tray members; and,', 'wherein the electrical tray assembly is securely fixed to at least one of the plurality of piles., 'an electrical tray assembly spaced above the ground, the electrical tray assembly comprising3. The solar assembly according to claim 2 , wherein the electrical tray assembly comprises an expansion joint.4. The solar assembly according to claim 3 , wherein the expansion joint is formed with a spring member.5. The solar ...

ROOF RACK ASSEMBLY AND HOOD LIGHT-BLOCKING FABRIC ASSEMBLY THAT ARE CAPABLE OF PHOTOVOLTAIC GENERATION

The present invention relates to a roof rack assembly and a hood light-blocking fabric assembly, the hood light-blocking fabric assembly capable of photovoltaic generation comprising: a lower photovoltaic generation plate fixedly installed to cover the hood of a vehicle and configured to prevent inflow of heat energy of sunlight into the vehicle, to absorb sunlight, and to produce electricity accordingly; and an upper photovoltaic generation plate installed on an upper portion of the lower photovoltaic generation plate and configured to change between a first position at which the upper photovoltaic generation plate overlaps the upper portion of the lower photovoltaic generation plate and a second position at which the upper photovoltaic generation plate covers a front glass of the vehicle. 1. A hood light-blocking fabric assembly capable of photovoltaic generation comprising:a lower photovoltaic generation plate fixedly installed to cover the hood of a vehicle and configured to prevent inflow of heat energy of sunlight into the vehicle, to absorb sunlight, and to produce electricity accordingly; andan upper photovoltaic generation plate installed on an upper portion of the lower photovoltaic generation plate and configured to change between a first position at which the upper photovoltaic generation plate overlaps the upper portion of the lower photovoltaic generation plate and a second position at which the upper photovoltaic generation plate covers a front glass of the vehicle.2. The hood light-blocking fabric assembly capable of photovoltaic generation of claim 1 , further comprising:a transfer/tilting unit for moving the upper photovoltaic generation plate forward/backward with regard to the lower photovoltaic generation plate and rotating the same upward/downward by a predetermined angle such that the upper photovoltaic generation plate can be positioned at the first location or at the second location;a first driving portion for providing a driving force such ...

TILTING SOLAR PANELS FOR HIGH ALTITUDE BALLOONS

A stratospheric balloon may include an upper structure having a pulley, a lower structure, at least one solar panel suspended between the upper structure and the lower structure, and a first orientation control member connected, at a first end thereof, to a first transverse edge of the at least one solar panel and, at a second end thereof, to a second transverse edge of the at least one solar panel. The first orientation control member is wound about the pulley such that rotating the pulley changes the orientation of the at least one solar panel relative to the upper structure and the lower structure. In another example, the pulley may be replaced by first and second support mechanisms and the system may include a second orientation control member. The first and second orientation control members are connected to the first and second support mechanisms, respectively, and to the solar panel. 1. A high-altitude platform (HAP) , comprising:an upper structure;a lower structure;an array of deployable solar panels that are stacked on the lower structure prior to deployment;a first pulley and a second pulley supported by the upper structure;a first orientation control member engaged with the first pulley, the first orientation control member being connected to a first transverse edge of a foremost solar panel of the array of deployable solar panels; anda second orientation control member engaged with the second pulley, the second orientation control member being connected to a second transverse edge of the foremost solar panel,wherein the HAP is arranged such that rotating at least one of the first and second pulleys changes the orientation of the array of deployable solar panels relative to the upper structure and the lower structure.2. The HAP of claim 1 , wherein the upper structure includes a first spool element and a second spool element claim 1 , the HAP further comprising:a first tension element engaged with the first spool element of the upper structure; anda ...

Modular, Retractable, Solar Array and Methods for Manufacturing Same

A portable, retractable, solar racking system comprises a modular set of solar panel frames, each solar panel frame comprising a solar panel, a plurality of arms, and a plurality of struts, the arms and the struts forming a structure to which the solar panel is secured, a pivoting connector assembly mechanically connecting one of the solar panel frames to another one of the solar panel frames to form a solar panel array having a longitudinal extent, the pivoting connector assembly of the solar panel frames configured to collapse the solar panel array along the longitudinal extent into a storage position and to expand the solar panel array along the longitudinal extent into an extended position in which each solar panel is tilted from vertical to an angle away therefrom, and the solar panel array comprising sets of wheels permitting the solar panel array to roll upon ground. 1. A portable , retractable , solar racking system , comprising: a solar panel;', 'a plurality of arms; and', 'a plurality of struts, the arms and the struts forming a structure to which the solar panel is secured;, 'a modular set of solar panel frames, each solar panel frame comprising collapse the solar panel array along the longitudinal extent into a volume-minimized storage position; and', 'expand the solar panel array along the longitudinal extent into an extended position in which each solar panel is tilted from substantially vertical to an angle away from vertical; and, 'a pivoting connector assembly mechanically connecting one of the solar panel frames to another one of the solar panel frames to form a solar panel array having a longitudinal extent, the pivoting connector assembly of the solar panel frames configured tothe solar panel array comprising at least two sets of wheels permitting the solar panel array to roll upon ground.2. The system according to claim 1 , wherein:the solar panel has an orthogonal axis;the plurality of struts comprise an upper frame strut and a lower frame ...

ENERGY GENERATING PHOTOVOLTAIC AWNING WITH SCISSOR MECHANISM AND TILTING PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS

An expandable and retractable photovoltaic structure includes a base that provides support to permit mounting of the photovoltaic structure solely from the base. Photovoltaic panels are arranged adjacently between the base and a lead element when the photovoltaic structure is in an open configuration. The photovoltaic structure is supported by scissor link mechanisms, coupled to the base at one end and the lead support element at the other end. The scissor link mechanisms consist of scissor links pivotally coupled together to form a moveable successive chain of the scissor links. The photovoltaic panels are attached to the scissor links, via side frames, so that as the lead arm moves away from the base the scissor link mechanisms expand to deploy the photovoltaic structure in an open configuration, and as the lead arm moves towards the base, the scissor link mechanisms retract the photovoltaic structure to place the photovoltaic structure in the closed configuration. 1. An expandable and retractable photovoltaic awning structure , comprising:a base of the photovoltaic awning structure, providing support to permit mounting of the photovoltaic structure to a mounting surface solely from the base;a plurality of photovoltaic panels, comprising a lead photovoltaic panel and a first photovoltaic panel;a plurality of side arms coupled to the base so as to support the expandable and retractable photovoltaic awning structure from the mounting surface;a lead arm of the photovoltaic awning structure, coupled to the lead photovoltaic panel, and also coupled to the side arms so as to couple the lead photovoltaic panel to the base at both sides of the lead arm;a plurality of scissor link mechanisms, coupled to the base at one end, and the lead arm at the other end, wherein each of the scissor link mechanisms comprise a plurality of scissor links pivotally coupled together to form a moveable successive chain of the scissor links and wherein the scissor link mechanisms provide ...

INTEGRATED RENEWABLE ENERGY HARVESTING SYSTEM

A solar and wind energy harvesting system having a support structure with a pair of poles and a plurality of transversal members that extends between the pair of poles, a plurality of transducers affixed to a corresponding transversal member of the plurality of transversal members, a plurality of photovoltaic cells, wherein each photovoltaic cell is suspended from a corresponding transducer of the plurality of transducers and receives sunlight to provide sunlight input electricity and wind to bend the corresponding transducer and have the corresponding transducer provide wind input electricity, and a battery assembly that is electrically connected to the plurality of transducers and the plurality of photovoltaic cells to receive, regulate and store the solar input electricity and the wind input electricity. 1. A solar and wind energy harvesting system comprising: a pair of poles, and', 'a plurality of transversal members that extends between the pair of poles;', 'a plurality of transducers affixed to each transversal member of the plurality of transversal members;, 'a support structure having 'is suspended from a corresponding transducer of the plurality of transducers, receives sunlight to provide sunlight input electricity, and receives wind to bend the corresponding transducer which generates wind input electricity;', 'a plurality of photovoltaic cells, wherein each photovoltaic cell'} a charge regulator to receive the sunlight input electricity and the wind input electricity and provide a regulated input electricity,', 'a battery to receive the regulated input electricity,', 'a solar input voltmeter positioned between the plurality of photovoltaic cells and the charge regulator to provide solar voltage readings commensurate with solar voltage values of the solar input electricity, and', 'a wind output voltage adjuster positioned between the battery and the plurality of transducers to provide a wind output electricity to the plurality of transducers; and, 'a ...

Articulating Solar Panel Energy Systems, Methods, and Devices

Articulating solar panel energy systems, methods, and devices are provided in accordance with various embodiments. For example, the articulating solar panel energy systems or devices may include multiple modular solar panels and one or more tension cables that support the multiple modular solar panels. The articulating solar panel energy systems or devices may include one or more louvering ties coupled with the multiple modular solar panels such that the one or more louvering ties rotate the multiple modular solar panels. Methods of utilizing the articulating solar panel energy systems or devices are also provided. 1. An articulating solar panel energy system comprising:a plurality of modular solar panels; andone or more tension cables that support the plurality of modular solar panels.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more louvering ties coupled with the plurality of modular solar panels claim 1 , wherein the one or more louvering ties rotate the plurality of modular solar panels.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more tensioners coupled with the one or more tension cables.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein the one or more tensioners includes at least a constant force spring or a motor to tension the one or more tension cables.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more eyelets coupled with each respective modular solar panels from the plurality of modular solar panels such that the one or more tension cables pass through the one or more eyelets6. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a plurality of lateral supports coupled with the one or more tension cables.7. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a deployer configured to at least deploy or retract the plurality of modular solar panels.8. The system of claim 7 , wherein the deployer includes a retractable claim 7 , telescoping mast.9. The system of claim 1 , further comprising one or more electrical harnesses coupled with the plurality of modular solar ...

IMPROVED FOLDING DEVICE FOR COVERING BULKY MEMBERS

An improved folding device () for the covering of bulky bodies comprising a multilayer element () composed of a plurality of multilayer covering sections () being spaced, distinct and independent from each other, constantly kept in position by locking means () arranged in such a manner, as to define between the multilayer covering sections (), interstitial longitudinal discharge recesses () suitable to allow the mutual rotation of the multilayer covering sections () along a plurality of longitudinal lines (K), parallel to each other, and a plurality of latitudinal lines (W), parallel to each other, orthogonal to and crossing the longitudinal lines (K), in such a way that the multilayer element () takes on an operating condition suitable to cover at least the most critical and sensitive points of a bulky body to protect it from invasive atmospheric agents, wherein the multilayer covering sections () are mutually substantially coplanar and positioned side by side along the first longitudinal directions (X) parallel to each other and along second longitudinal directions (Y) parallel to each other, orthogonal to the first longitudinal directions (X), and a non-operational condition suitable for storing the multilayer element (), in which the multilayer covering sections () are folded one on top of the other according to a predefined sequence along the longitudinal lines (K) and latitudinal lines (W), in such a way as that the inner face of the multilayer covering sections (), that are progressively affected by the folding process, be substantially positioned adjacent to and facing the inner face of the multilayer covering sections () on which they are folded and that the multilayer covering sections () be thus stacked and superimposed on to each other thus forming an ordered and compact package (). 115025134353251. Improved folding device (; ) for covering bulky members (A) characterized in that it comprises a multilayer element (; ) composed of a plurality of ...

SOLAR POWER GENERATOR AND SOLAR POWER GENERATING BLIND

Disclosed is a solar power generator including a plurality of solar cell module-mounted plates, each plate having an elongate shape extending in a first direction, where the plates are connected in parallel with each other, wherein each of the solar cell module-mounted plates includes: an elongate plate extending in the first direction; and a plurality of solar cell modules mounted on the elongate plate; wherein each of the solar cell modules includes a plurality of solar cells. 1. A solar power generator comprising:a plurality of solar cell module-mounted plates, each solar cell module-mounted plate having an elongate shape extending in a first direction, the plurality of solar cell module-mounted plates being connected in parallel with each other, an elongate plate extending in the first direction; and', 'a plurality of solar cell modules mounted on the elongate plate, and, 'wherein each solar cell module-mounted plate includeswherein each of the plurality of solar cell modules includes a plurality of solar cells.2. The solar power generator of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of solar cells has a rear-face electrode structure claim 1 , andwherein each of the plurality of solar cell modules includes a circuit board having a pattern defined thereon to serially connect the plurality of solar cells.3. The solar power generator of claim 1 , wherein the solar power generator is used as a blind including each solar cell module-mounted plate as a slat of the blind.4. The solar power generator of claim 1 , wherein each of the plurality of solar cells has an area of 100 mmto 2120 mm claim 1 , andwherein each solar cell module-mounted plate includes 14 to 60 of the plurality of solar cells.5. The solar power generator of claim 1 , further comprising an inverter to convert direct current generated from the plurality of solar cell module-mounted plates or the plurality of solar cell modules mounted on each solar cell module-mounted plate into alternate current claim 1 ...

Window Shade Assembly

A window shade assembly including a shade tube configured to support a shade and extending longitudinally, a mounting bracket, a motor assembly extending within the shade tube and coupled to the shade tube, and a battery pack extending within the shade tube. A central axis extends longitudinally through the center of the shade tube. The motor assembly is configured to rotate the shade tube relative to the mounting bracket about the central axis to at least one of raise and lower the shade. The battery pack includes a battery housing and at least one battery. The battery housing couples the motor assembly with the mounting bracket and defines at least one battery bay. The at least one battery is carried within the at least one battery bay. The at least one battery is configured to store and provide energy to the motor assembly for rotating the shade tube. 1. A window shade assembly , comprising:a shade tube configured to support a shade and extending longitudinally, wherein a central axis extends longitudinally through the center of said shade tube;a mounting bracket;a motor assembly extending within said shade tube, coupled to said shade tube, and configured to rotate said shade tube relative to said mounting bracket about said central axis to at least one of raise and lower said shade; and a battery housing coupling said motor assembly with said mounting bracket, and wherein said battery housing including at least one battery bay; and', 'at least one battery carried within said at least one battery bay, wherein said at least one battery is configured to store energy, and wherein said at least one battery is configured to provide the energy to said motor assembly to power said motor assembly for rotating said shade tube to raise and lower said shade., 'a battery pack extending within said shade tube, the battery pack comprising2. The window shade assembly of claim 1 , wherein said at least one battery bay is centered and extends longitudinally along said central ...

PORTABLE SOLAR PANEL TRACKING DEVICE

A portable self-contained solar energy generation platform for tracking a source of solar energy and automatically maintaining optimum solar collection panel positioning for maximum energy output during operation. The solar tracking platform comprises a folding solar panel support stand on a power turntable with a solar tracker control actuation device in communication therewith.

solar cell pole mounting apparatus

A(n) solar cell mounting apparatus and methods for supporting solar panel sets on a pole. The invention contemplates both vertical and horizontal cell support arrangements and minimizes footprint per unit solar cell area. Several embodiments facilitate rapid installation in urban and protection of components in high wind areas. 1. An apparatus , comprising: A solar cell pole mounting device , the device comprising:an inner support, an outer support, and a radial spacer mechanism,the inner support being adapted to locate the device to a desired position along the length of a pole,the outer support being adopted to locate solar cells in spaced relation to the inner support,spaced relation meaning arranged at a distance from the pole at a greater radial distance than the radial distance of the inner support and each of the inner and outer supports extending for an approximately equal angular length about the pole,the inner support being assembled and arranged to locate the device by radially-inward forceful engagement with respect to the peripheral face of the pole,the outer support being assembled and arranged to locate the sales by providing plural supporting features spaced at angularly offset intervals along the length of the outer support,such that the upper edge of the cells are proximate the location of the outer support, along the length of the pole, andthe radial spacer mechanism being one assembled and arranged to suspend the outer support in spaced relation to the inner support, and limit the outer support against movement relative to the inner support.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the inner support is alternately sizeable claim 1 , alternately sizeable meaning with reference to the diameter of the pole.3. The apparatus of claim 2 , wherein the inner support is alternately sizeable by being adapted to be alternately sized between a size that is radially-larger-than and a size that is radially-fitting-to the diameter of the pole claim 2 , by ...

Large-Area Structures for Compact Packaging

A space-based solar power station, a power generating satellite module and/or a method for collecting solar radiation and transmitting power generated using electrical current produced therefrom, and/or compactible structures and deployment mechanisms used to form and deploy such satellite modules and power generation tiles associated therewith are provided. Each satellite module and/or power generation tile may be formed of a compactable structure and deployment mechanism capable of reducing the payload area required to deliver the satellite module to an orbital formation within the space-based solar power station and reliably deploy it once in orbit. 1. A space-based solar power station comprising: a plurality of structural elements moveably interconnected such that the dimensional extent of the satellite modules in at least one axis is compactible;', an antenna, and', 'control electronics that controls the phase of a radio frequency power signal that feeds the antenna so that the power transmitter is coordinated with power transmitters on other power generation tiles to form a phased array; and, 'a plurality of power generation tiles disposed on each of the plurality of moveable elements, each of the power generation tiles having at least one photovoltaic cell and at least one power transmitter collocated thereon, the at least one photovoltaic cell and power transmitter in signal communication such that an electrical current generated by the collection of solar radiation by the at least one photovoltaic cell powers the at least one power transmitter, and where each of the at least one power transmitters comprises], 'a plurality of unconnected compactible satellite modules disposed in space in an orbital array formation, wherein each of the compactible satellite modules compriseswherein the external perimeter of each of the modules have straight edges such that the module defines a straight-edged geometric shape.2. The space-based solar power station of claim 1 , ...

LIGHTER-THAN-AIR PLATFORM

Techniques are disclosed relating lighter-than-air aircraft. Such aircraft may be used for various purposes, such as providing network connectivity to areas that would otherwise lack such connectivity. For example, in some embodiments, a lighter-than-air aircraft according to this disclosure may include various types of antennas (directional or non-directional) for communicating with ground-based electronics or with other lighter-than-air aircraft. 1. An apparatus , comprising:an outer membrane;a flexible bladder within the outer membrane;a region disposed inside the outer membrane and outside the flexible bladder; anda pressure adjustment device configured to adjust a particular pressure within the apparatus;wherein the apparatus is configured to float at a selected altitude based on a quantity of lighter-than-air gas in the flexible bladder; andwherein the pressure adjustment device is configured to reduce leakage of the lighter-than-air gas from the flexible bladder by adjusting the particular pressure within the apparatus such that a pressure inside the flexible bladder is equalized with a pressure in the region.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein a volume detection device is configured to measure a volume of the flexible bladder within the outer membrane claim 1 , and the pressure adjustment device is configured to reduce leakage of the lighter-than-air gas from the flexible bladder by adjusting claim 1 , based on measurements from the volume detection device claim 1 , the particular pressure within the apparatus such that the volume of the flexible bladder is maintained at a desired volume less than its maximum volume claim 1 , thereby equalizing the pressure inside the flexible bladder with the pressure in the region.3. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the particular pressure is the pressure inside the flexible bladder.4. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the particular pressure is the pressure in the region.5. The apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the ...

Coilable Thin-Walled Longerons and Coilable Structures Implementing Longerons and Methods for Their Manufacture and Coiling

Multi-functional coilable thin-walled structures that can be implemented within space-based satellite modules, and methods for their manufacture are provided. Multi-functional coilable thin-walled structures are comprised of at least one longeron that is capable of rolling and collapsing upon itself. In some embodiments, the coilable thin-walled longeron is a flange longeron. The flange longeron contains at least two major regions: a web and a plurality of flanges. The web region comprises portions of flanges that are bonded to one another. The plurality of flanges separate from one another on the same end of the web region. The plurality of flanges are similar in thickness and shape.

FREE-STANDING METALLIC ARTICLE FOR SEMICONDUCTORS

A free-standing metallic article, and method of making, is disclosed in which the metallic article is electroformed on an electrically conductive mandrel. The mandrel has an outer surface with a preformed pattern, wherein at least a portion of the metallic article is formed in the preformed pattern. The metallic article is separated from the electrically conductive mandrel, which forms a free-standing metallic article that may be coupled with the surface of a semiconductor material for a photovoltaic cell. 153.-. (canceled)54. A photovoltaic module comprising:a) a backing substrate that is segmented by a fold line; andb) a plurality of photovoltaic cells mounted on the backing substrate, each photovoltaic cell comprising a metallic article, the metallic article comprising:a plurality of electroformed elements configured to serve as an electrical conduit for a light-incident surface of the photovoltaic cell, the plurality of electroformed elements comprising a cell interconnection element integral with a continuous grid having a plurality of first elements intersecting a plurality of second elements;wherein the cell interconnection element directly couples the grid to a neighboring cell;wherein the electroformed elements are interconnected and integral, with the continuous grid in contact with the light-incident surface and the cell interconnection element configured to extend beyond the light-incident surface;wherein one of the cell interconnection elements serves as a foldable interconnection lying across the fold line, the foldable interconnection electrically coupling a pair of photovoltaic cells that lies on either side of the fold line.55. The photovoltaic module of claim 54 , wherein the cell interconnection element comprises a strip spanning a length of the continuous grid.56. The photovoltaic module of claim 55 , wherein the strip lies along the fold line.57. The photovoltaic module of claim 55 , wherein the strip comprises openings along the fold line.58. ...

SUPPORT BASEMENT FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC PANELS

A support basement adapted to support fixedly mounted or extensible and collapsible photovoltaic panels that comprises a plurality of triangular arrays () interconnected by tubular members () and constructed with links () and radially extending tubular members (). Profile members () extending longitudinally along each photovoltaic panel connect the profile frames () of the photovoltaic panels to underlying triangular arrays () by means of connector assemblies comprising bolts () and nuts (). Adjustable connector assemblies comprising bolts () and nuts () are used to connect bottom links () of triangular arrays () with profile members () based onto ground pillars (). A retraction mechanism of the photovoltaic panels offering protection from adverse weather conditions and during night periods comprises sequentially connected X-configured assemblies with an elongate screw () rotatable within nuts () at the ends of a terminal X-configured assembly proximally to the protective housing (). 138373969. Support basement for photovoltaic panels , each photovoltaic panel with a glass façade () incorporating photovoltaic cells and housed within a frame assembled with profile members ( , , ) , characterized in that it comprises in combination:{'b': 53', '54', '55', '1', '54', '55', '54', '55', '1, 'a plurality of integrated triangular arrays (), each array comprising links (, ) with first tubular members () radially extending around the links (, ), the array of links (, ) and of the radially extending first tubular members () defining a single planar structure;'}{'b': 24', '30', '84', '37', '39', '69', '53, 'profile members (, , ) extending longitudinally on either side of the photovoltaic panel and adapted to connect said profile members (, , ) of each photovoltaic panel to an underlying integrated triangular array ();'}{'b': 10', '12', '12', '25', '33', '88', '24', '30', '84', '24', '30', '84', '54', '53, 'fixed connector assemblies, each comprising a bolt () and a nut (), ...

Flexible composite, production thereof and use thereof

A flexible composite comprising a plastic foil, having an upper and a lower surface, and at least one dielectric barrier layer against gases and liquids which is applied directly to at least one of the surfaces by plasma-enhanced thermal vapor deposition and comprises an inorganic vapor-depositable material, is provided. The flexible composite can be used for constructing flexible circuits or displays and has a high barrier effect with regard to oxygen and/or water vapor.

AUTONOMOUS SOLAR POWER SYSTEM

Provided is a method for deploying multiple solar power units to a location. The method comprises determining a location to which a solar power unit is deploying. The method further comprises determining that a second solar power unit is deploying to a same location as the solar power unit. A redeployment plan for the second solar power unit is generated. The redeployment plan is provided to the second solar power unit. The method further comprising deploying the solar power unit to the location. 17-. (canceled)8. A computer program product comprising a computer readable storage medium having program instructions embodied therewith , the program instructions executable by processor to cause the processor to perform a method comprising:determining a location to which a solar power unit is deploying;determining that a second solar power unit is deploying to a same location as the solar power unit;generating a redeployment plan for the second solar power unit;providing, to the second solar power unit, the redeployment plan; anddeploying the solar power unit to the location.9. The computer program product of claim 8 , wherein the redeployment plan for the second solar power unit includes one or more rules for when and how the second solar power unit is permitted to deploy.10. The computer program product of wherein the redeployment plan further includes a path for the second solar power unit to follow when deploying to the location.11. The computer program product of claim 10 , wherein generating the redeployment plan comprises utilizing a pathfinding algorithm selected from the group consisting of the Bellman-Ford algorithm claim 10 , the A* algorithm and Dijkstra's algorithm.12. The computer program product of claim 8 , wherein generating the redeployment plan for the second solar power unit is performed in response to determining that the solar power unit is a primary solar power unit.13. The computer program product of claim 8 , wherein the redeployment plan ...

AUTONOMOUS SOLAR POWER SYSTEM

Provided is a method for deploying multiple solar power units to a location. The method comprises determining a location to which a solar power unit is deploying. The method further comprises determining that a second solar power unit is deploying to a same location as the solar power unit. A redeployment plan for the second solar power unit is generated. The redeployment plan is provided to the second solar power unit. The method further comprising deploying the solar power unit to the location. 1. A method comprising:determining a location to which a solar power unit is deploying;determining that a second solar power unit is deploying to a same location as the solar power unit;generating a redeployment plan for the second solar power unit;providing, to the second solar power unit, the redeployment plan; anddeploying the solar power unit to the location.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the redeployment plan for the second solar power unit includes one or more rules for when and how the second solar power unit is permitted to deploy.3. The method of wherein the redeployment plan further includes a path for the second solar power unit to follow when deploying to the location.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein generating the redeployment plan comprises utilizing a pathfinding algorithm selected from the group consisting of the Bellman-Ford algorithm claim 3 , the A* algorithm and Dijkstra's algorithm.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein generating the redeployment plan for the second solar power unit is performed in response to determining that the solar power unit is a primary solar power unit.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the redeployment plan includes deploying the solar power unit at a first area at the location and deploying the second solar power unit at a second area at the location claim 1 , wherein providing the redeployment plan to the second solar power unit includes:issuing a command to the second solar power unit that causes the second solar power ...

Solar Power Conversion Kit for Umbrella

A solar power conversion kit allows converting of a standard umbrella into a solar charging umbrella, which can then use solar power to charge electronic devices. The solar charging umbrella is self-sustained, capable of charging electronic devices in locations away from electrical outlets. The umbrella has a rechargeable battery that is recharged by sunlight. When charged, the umbrella's battery can charge devices when sunlight is not available. The umbrella supports simultaneous charging of higher power devices such as tablet computers. 1. A kit for an umbrella comprising a shaft and umbrella shade , the umbrella shade being coupled between a fastener and the shaft , the kit comprising:a cap, coupled between the fastener and the umbrella shade, comprising a cap opening and at least a first hinge portion and a second hinge portion, wherein the fastener couples to a bolt of the shaft that passes through the cap opening;a first strut, comprising first and second ends, a third hinge portion at the first end, and between the first and second ends is a first solar panel, wherein the third hinge portion couples with the first hinge portion of the cap to form a first strut hinge;a second strut, comprising third and fourth ends, a fourth hinge portion at third end, and between the third and fourth ends is a second solar panel, wherein the fourth hinge portion couples to the second hinge portion of the cap to form a second strut hinge,the umbrella comprises an open position during which the umbrella shade is extended into a position away from the shaft and a closed position during which the umbrella shade is folded into a position closer to the shaft,when changing the umbrella from the closed to the open position, the umbrella shade pushes against a bottom of the struts while the umbrella shade is extended, causing the struts to rotate via the first and second strut hinges in a first turn direction, so that an angle between a top of the first strut and a top of the cap ...

Foldable solar battery pack

A foldable solar battery pack includes: a foldable pack body capable of being expanded into a rectangular shape, and formed by a first flexible protection film layer through packaging; a thin-film solar cell assembly including at least one thin-film solar cell arranged along a lengthwise direction of an inner surface of the expanded foldable pack body, wherein a gap is present between any two adjacent thin-film solar cells and forms a fold line; and a power output device and a wire; wherein a second flexible protection film layer is packaged on the thin-film solar cell assembly, and includes, sequentially and from the top to the bottom, an upper surface layer and an adhesive bonding layer; a third flexible protection film layer is packaged in the remaining area on the inner surface of the expanded foldable pack body other than the area taken up by the thin-film solar cell assembly.

PANEL CONNECTED BODY, POWER GENERATION MODULE CONNECTED BODY, AND POWER GENERATION DEVICE

A panel connected body includes a plurality of flat panels arranged in a matrix of m rows and n columns, where m≥2 and n≥2; and a plurality of row-direction connection portions and column-direction connection portions which connect together panels that are adjacent in a row direction and column direction, respectively. A first type row satisfying relationships D≥2L and D≥D+2L and a second type row satisfying relationships D≥2L and D≥D+2L are alternately included, where Dis a length along the column direction of the column-direction connection portions in a y-th column, and L is a thickness of the panels. The relationship E≤W−L is satisfied, where Wis a length along the column direction of the panels and E is a length along the column direction of the row-direction connection portions. 1. A panel connected body , comprising:a plurality of flat panels arranged in a matrix of m rows and n columns, where m≥2 and n≥2;a plurality of row-direction connection portions which connect together the panels that are adjacent in a row direction; anda plurality of column-direction connection portions which connect together the panels that are adjacent in a column direction, whereinthe panel connected body is foldable between adjacent panels of the plurality of panels,{'sub': 1', 'y', 'y−1', 'n', 'y', 'y+1', 'y, 'a first type row satisfying relationships D≥2L and D≥D+2L and a second type row satisfying relationships D≥2L and D≥D+2L are alternately included, where Dis a length along the column direction of the column-direction connection portions in a y-th column, and L is a thickness of the panels,'}{'sub': C', 'C, 'the panel connected body satisfies a relationship E≤W−L, where Wis a length along the column direction of the panels, and E is a length along the column direction of the row-direction connection portions, and'}opposing ends in the column direction of the row-direction connection portions do not protrude outward in the column direction beyond any of the panels connected ...

AUTONOMOUS SOLAR POWER SYSTEM

Provided is a method for relocating a solar power unit in response to a redeployment event. A first location of a deployed solar power unit may be determined. A processor may detect a redeployment event for the solar power unit at the first location. In response to the redeployment event, the processor may determine a new location for the solar power unit. The method may further comprise relocating the solar power unit to the new location. 17-. (canceled)8. A computer program product comprising a computer readable storage medium having program instructions embodied therewith , the program instructions executable by processor to cause the processor to perform a method comprising:identifying a first location of a deployed solar power unit;detecting a redeployment event for the solar power unit at the first location;determining, in response to the processor detecting the redeployment event for the solar power unit at the first location, a new location for the solar power unit; andrelocating the solar power unit to the new location.9. The computer program product of claim 8 , wherein the redeployment event is a future event claim 8 , and wherein the relocating the solar power unit to the new location occurs prior to the redeployment event.10. The computer program product of claim 9 , wherein the redeployment event is a weather event that reduces solar intensity at the first location claim 9 , and wherein determining the new location for the solar power unit comprises:identifying a first set of locations where the solar power unit is permitted to deploy;analyzing weather data for the first set of locations, wherein the weather data indicates a solar intensity at each location in the first set of locations at a time of the redeployment event; andselecting, as the new location, the location of the first set of locations having the highest solar intensity at the time of the redeployment event.11. The computer program product of claim 10 , wherein identifying the first set ...

AUTONOMOUS SOLAR POWER SYSTEM

Provided is a method for relocating a solar power unit in response to a redeployment event. A first location of a deployed solar power unit may be determined. A processor may detect a redeployment event for the solar power unit at the first location. In response to the redeployment event, the processor may determine a new location for the solar power unit. The method may further comprise relocating the solar power unit to the new location. 1. A method comprising:identifying a first location of a deployed solar power unit;detecting, by a processor, a redeployment event for the solar power unit at the first location;determining, by the processor and in response to the processor detecting the redeployment event for the solar power unit at the first location, a new location for the solar power unit; andrelocating the solar power unit to the new location.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the redeployment event is a future event claim 1 , and wherein the relocating the solar power unit to the new location occurs prior to the redeployment event.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the redeployment event is a weather event that reduces solar intensity at the first location claim 2 , and wherein determining the new location for the solar power unit comprises:identifying a first set of locations where the solar power unit is permitted to deploy;analyzing weather data for the first set of locations, wherein the weather data indicates a solar intensity at each location in the first set of locations at a time of the redeployment event; andselecting, as the new location, the location of the first set of locations having the highest solar intensity at the time of the redeployment event.4. The method of claim 3 , wherein identifying the first set of locations where the solar power unit is permitted to deploy includes utilizing a map that includes the first set of locations and a second set of locations claim 3 , wherein the solar power unit is not permitted to deploy at the second ...

Solar-Powered Window Covering

A solar powered window covering system is disclosed. The system includes a headrail, which includes a motor, a gearbox, and one or more tiltable slats. At least one slat includes sliding tracks. The system further includes one or more PV cells movably disposed within the sliding tracks. The PV cells slide in the tracks with regard to an amount of sunlight incident on the cells. Methods of operating a solar powered window covering are also disclosed. The methods generally include detecting a tilt of at least one window covering slat. The slat includes one or more PV cells disposed in sliding tracks in the slat, and the tilt indicates an amount of sunlight incident on the cells. The methods also include sliding the PV cells in the tracks with regard to the amount of sunlight incident on the cells. 1. A solar powered window covering system comprising:a headrail comprising a motor, a gearbox, and one or more tiltable slats, at least one slat comprising sliding tracks; andone or more photovoltaic (PV) cells movably disposed within the sliding tracks, wherein the PV cells slide in the tracks with regard to an amount of sunlight incident on the cells.2. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a MEMS inclinometer coupled to the one or more slats claim 1 , wherein the inclinometer indicates the amount of sunlight incident on the cells by detecting a tilt of the one or more slats.3. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a potentiometer coupled to strings that tilt the slats claim 1 , wherein the potentiometer indicates the amount of sunlight incident on the cells by detecting a position of the strings.4. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a microcontroller having instructions to instruct the motor to tilt the slats to maximize a current generated by the PV cells.5. The system of claim 1 , further comprising a rigid coupling member coupled to the cells and an outside edge of a slat above the cell claim 1 , wherein the coupling member forces the cells to slide ...

Energy conversion system

According to the invention an energy conversion system, in particular a solar park, is proposed, which is configured to be arranged floating on a body of water, with at least three floating units (48a, 48b) and with at least one connection device (66), wherein the connection device (66) connects at least two floating units (48) in a rigid manner and/or at least two floating units (48a, 48b) in a movable manner.

Flexible efficient solar cell panel

Provided is a flexible efficient solar cell panel, comprising a flexible substrate ( 5 ), a solar assembly ( 3 ) and a transparent protective layer ( 1 ); the flexible substrate ( 5 ) can bend in an arc-shape and is used to bear the solar assembly ( 3 ); the platy solar assembly ( 3 ) is formed by serially connecting a plurality of solar cell slices bendable in an arc-shape, and the solar assembly ( 3 ) is fixed on the substrate ( 5 ); the transparent protective layer fixedly covers the surface of the solar assembly ( 3 ) and is used to protect the solar assembly ( 3 ). The flexible solar cell panel can bend in an arc-shape with a maximum angle of 60 degrees, and because of the flexibility, can be used on the roof of vehicles such as electric golf cars, patrol cars, sightseeing cars and the like, and can also be used in the fields of yachts, arc-shaped roofs, backpack tents and the like.

TRANSPORTABLE HYBRID POWER SYSTEM

A transportable, deployable power system comprising a hybrid power box containing solar panels, wind turbine(s), fuel cells, fuel reformers, and other energy sources. The system could also include waste water and potable water inlet and outlet ports for water treatment. It will also allow for shelf mounted solar and wind turbine installation for disaster recovery, backup power for telecommunication, military power, Homeland Security power, off grid homes and water and wastewater packaging domestically and internationally. The present invention is ideal for any situation requiring immediate power and/or water treatment, such as remote construction sites or in emergency situations. The hybrid power box can be mounted to a standard shipping truck, train, or ship, and transported over land to the desired location. 1. A transportable power supply system comprising:a container enclosing an interior space;wherein said container interior space is configured to contain said selected plurality of power sources;wherein said container is selectively deployable such that said selected plurality of power sources generate power at a deployed location;a deployable solar array assembly comprising a plurality of solar panels, half of said plurality of solar panels being affixed to an upper structural frame thereby comprising a top array, and another half of said plurality of solar panels being affixed to a lower structural frame thereby comprising a bottom array;said solar array assembly mounted on tracks within said container interior space;a panel affixed to said container, said panel configured to move relative to said container, thereby providing an opening in said container;said solar array configured to slide between a first, stored position within said container and a second, exposed position exterior from said container along said tracks, whereby said solar array passes through said opening;an upper actuator arm configured to move said top array from a first, generally ...

PORTABLE POWER SUPPLY DEVICE

The device housing includes a roller cradle. The device can include a device support roller rotationally located in the roller cradle, the device support roller being removably couplable with the roller cradle. Also, a release mechanism can be include, where the release mechanism includes a push button operably coupled to a coupler mechanism that is operably coupled to the device support roller. The release mechanism and/or coupler mechanism are biased. When the release mechanism is not activated, the device support roller is engaged, and when the release mechanism is active, the device support roller is disengaged. The system can include a plurality of device support rollers, each device support roller having a device-receiving slot, each device-receiving slot being of a different shape and/or dimension from the other device-receiving slots of the other device support rollers. 1. A portable power supply system comprising: a device housing;', 'a controller in the device housing;', 'at least one battery in the device housing and operably connected to the controller; and', 'at least one electrical port operably connected to the at least one battery, the at least one electrical port being configured for providing electrical power from the at least one battery to an external electrically-powered device under control of the controller; and, 'portable power supply device, comprisingoptionally, at least one component pluggable into the portable power supply device, the at least one component either providing power to the at least one battery or receiving power from the at least one battery when plugged.2. The portable power supply system of claim 1 , wherein the device housing includes a roller cradle formed therein claim 1 , the portable power supply device comprising:a device support roller rotationally located in the roller cradle, the device support roller being removably couplable with the roller cradle.3. The portable power supply system of claim 2 , the portable ...

SOLAR CARPORTS, SOLAR-TRACKING CARPORTS, AND METHODS

A solar tracking carport comprises a supporting structure including a foundation and at least two columns connected or connectable to the foundation; a three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck having a length from a first edge to a second edge of at least one car, the three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck including one or more upper blocks, each of the upper blocks being rigid at least in its longitudinal direction, each of the upper blocks including at least one solar panel; a deck frame configured to support the one or more upper blocks, the deck frame including a torque transmitting member; a rotation enabling connection configured to rotatably connect at least the torque transmitting member of the three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck to the at least two columns of the supporting structure; and a drive system configured to control tilting of the three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck about the supporting structure over one axis of rotation to a first maximum angle in a first direction and to a second maximum angle in a second direction, the first maximum angle preventing the first edge of the three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck from going below a first minimum threshold height, the second maximum angle preventing the second edge of the three-dimensionally rigid canopy deck from going below a second minimum threshold height. 1. A solar tracking carport , comprising:a supporting structure including a foundation and at least two columns connected or connectable to the foundation; one or more upper blocks, each of the upper blocks having a block longitudinal direction and being rigid at least in the block longitudinal direction, each of the upper blocks including at least one solar panel;', 'a deck frame configured to support the one or more upper blocks, the deck frame including a torque transmitting structure extending substantially across the deck width of the three dimensionally rigid canopy deck, the torque transmitting structing being positioned substantially ...

PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES

A modular photovoltaic (PV) system can include a PV cell, a frame coupled to the PV cell, and a converter. The frame is configured to support a plurality of pairs of externally accessible connectors, each pair having a positive voltage connector and a negative voltage connector, the positive voltage connector of each pair of the plurality electrically connected to each other and the negative voltage connector of each pair of the plurality electrically connected to each other. The converter is configured to receive voltage from the PV cell and change the voltage for output at one or more pairs of the externally accessible connectors. The converter may include Maximum Power Point Tracking services to manage the power output from the PV cell. Multiple PV systems may be connected to each other in coplanar and non-coplanar relationships. In some embodiments, the frames have triangular, rectangular, or other polygonal shapes. 120.-. (canceled)21. A modular photovoltaic system comprising:a first modular photovoltaic (PV) building block, the first modular block comprising a PV cell and an externally accessible building block connector; and 'wherein the externally accessible building block connectors of the first building block and the second building block are configured to mechanically connect with each other and thereby hold the first building block and the second building block together, and', 'a second modular PV building block, the second modular block comprising a PV cell and an externally accessible building block connector,'}wherein when mechanically connected to each other, the first building block and the second building block are also electrically connected to each other via the mechanical connection.22. The modular system of wherein at least the first building block or the second building block comprises a power management circuit.23. The modular system of wherein the externally accessible building block connector of the first modular building block is ...

Monitoring Beacon

A monitoring beacon which includes a ground base into which a telescopic mast is inserted. An intrusion detection and identification head is mounted on one end of said mast. The beacon also has solar panel support structures mounted pivotably on the ground base. During transport, the panel support structures are raised to form a protective cage around the beacon, while during use, the panel support structures are folded down flat around the base so that the mast and its detection head are no longer enclosed.

Extended duration autonomous craft

Autonomous craft capable of extended duration operations as lighter-than-air craft, having the ability to alight on the surface of a body of water and generate hydrogen gas for lift via electrolysis using power derived from a photovoltaic system, as well as methods of launching an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) having a deployable envelope from a surface of a body of water.

UNMANNED AERIAL VEHICLE INTEGRATED WITH AUTOMATIC RENEWABLE ENERGY CHARGING SYSTEM

An unmanned aerial vehicle such as drone integrated with solar power unit, is disclosed. The solar power unit of the drone comprises a solar panel assembly positioned at a hull of the drone. The solar panel assembly is composed of a curtain-type shutter embedded with a plurality of photovoltaic cells. The shutter is formed of a plurality of slats having space between each of the slats, wherein the space facilitates for an effective dislocation of wind diffusion to maintain the stability of the hovering drone. The shutter further comprises a means for twisting and turning the shutter to provide balance for the hovering drone Further, the solar power unit comprises an energy storage unit operably coupled to the solar panel assembly for storage of the electrical energy from the solar panel. Further, the shutter is configured to spin cyclically diffusing the gust of wind harmlessly for stabilizing the hovering drone. 1. An unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) integrated with renewable energy charging system , comprising:a solar panel assembly disposed within an enclosure of the unmanned aerial vehicle, wherein the enclosure comprises an opening, wherein the solar panel assembly is a curtain-type shutter embedded with a plurality of photovoltaic cell;an energy storage unit in communication with the solar panel assembly is configured to store energy generated from the solar panel;a protective cover assembly is disposed at the opening of the enclosure, and wherein if the voltage level of the energy storage unit is equal to or smaller than a predetermined voltage, the controller is configured to open the protective cover assembly and disengages the solar panel assembly to collect solar energy and charge the power storage unit, and', 'wherein if the voltage level of the energy storage unit is above the predetermined voltage, the controller is configured to retract the disengaged solar panel assembly into the enclosure and closes the opening via the protective cover assembly., 'a ...

SYSTEM OF S-SHAPED CONDUIT MOUNTING ASSEMBLY HOOKS

A method and assembly for mounting a conduit on a mounting surface utilizing a conduit mounting assembly. The conduit mounting assembly includes a first clamp portion, a second clamp portion, a connecting screw and a conduit securement screw. The method includes providing the conduit mounting assembly, mounting the first clamp portion on a tile, mounting the second clamp portion opposite to the first clamp portion on the tile, connecting the first clamp portion with the second clamp portion utilizing the connecting screw and mounting the conduit on the second clamp portion utilizing the conduit securement screw and a conduit fastening member. 1. A system of S-shaped conduit mounting assembly hooks for mounting a conduit on a tile having a range of sizes , the system comprising:a first S-shaped hook having a first elongated member, a first top hook with a first side hole, and a first bottom hook with a second side hole, wherein the first top hook has a first top base portion having a first width and the first bottom hook has a first bottom base portion having a second width that is less than said first width.a second S-shaped hook having a second elongated member, a second top hook, and a second bottom hook, the second top hook comprising a third side hole and a top hole;a connecting screw connecting the second top hook to either the first top hook or the first bottom hook wherein the first S-shaped hook and the second S-shaped hook are adjustably joined such that the first S-shaped hook attaches around a tile first side and the second S-shape hook attaches around a tile second side; anda conduit securement screw connecting the conduit on the second S-shaped hook utilizing a conduit fastening member;wherein the system securely fastens said hooks to said tile without penetrating the tile.2. The system of S-shaped conduit mounting assembly hooks of wherein the first side hole is thread formed and wherein the system comprises no nuts.3. The system of S-shaped conduit ...

Coatings for aircraft window surfaces to produce electricity for mission-critical systems and maintenance load on commercial aircraft

An electricity-generating coating for commercial aircraft window surfaces and methods for fabricating organic photovoltaic-based electricity-generating aircraft fuselage surfaces are provided. The coating includes a conformal organic photovoltaic device having one or more cells connected in series and/or parallel, adhered to an aircraft window surface, along with wires and power electronics such that the coating provides electricity for mission-critical systems and/or maintenance loads on-board the aircraft.

CIRCUITS AND METHODS FOR REDUCING FLICKER IN AN LED LIGHT SOURCE

Method and circuits for balancing a first waveform used to drive an LED are disclosed herein. The first waveform has a first cycle with a first amplitude and a second cycle with a second amplitude. An embodiment of the method includes adjusting the first amplitude of the first cycle to match the second amplitude of the second cycle, the result being a second waveform. The LED is driven with the second waveform. 11122112212. A light emitting diode driver circuit receiving a sinusoidal line voltage with a positive phase and a negative phase , in the positive phase voltage occurs during a conduction angle a and does not occur during an angle b , in the negative phase voltage occurs during a conduction angle a and does not occur during an angle b , the angles a and b equal 180 degrees , and the angles a and b equal 180 degrees , the conduction angles a and a are different from one another , the circuit comprising:{'b': 1', '2, '(a) a rectifier circuit having inputs receiving the sinusoidal line voltage and outputs providing rectified voltage signals of the received sinusoidal line voltage, the rectified voltage signals having different voltage amplitudes and different durations during conduction angles a and a;'}{'b': 1', '2', '1', '2', '1', '2, '(b) a filter having inputs coupled to the rectifier circuit outputs and outputs providing output current signals of alternating current troughs and peaks for conduction angles a and a, the currents of the conduction angles a having current peak amplitudes different from the current peak amplitudes of the conduction angles a, and the currents of the conduction angle a having time lengths from trough to peak different from the time lengths from trough to peak of the currents of the conduction angles a; and'}{'b': 1', '2, '(c) converter circuitry having inputs coupled to the filter outputs and having current outputs providing balanced amplitudes of the current peaks of the phase angles a and a to be within a predetermined value in ...

FLEXIBLE CIRCUIT FOR SOLAR CELL ASSEMBLIES

A solar cell assembly having a flexible circuit is described. The solar cell assembly includes a solar cell having a solar-facing surface and a non-solar-facing surface, the solar cell comprising a cell corner. The solar cell assembly further includes a flexible circuit coupled to the non-solar-facing surface of the solar. The flexible circuit is substantially coextensive with the solar cell. The flexible circuit includes a flexible insulator including a plurality of edges aligned with the solar cell, a flexible corner extending past the cell corner, and a flexible tab extending from an edge of the plurality of edges. The flexible circuit includes a circuit substantially embedded in the flexible insulator. The circuit comprises a first electric contact exposed at a solar-facing side of the flexible corner, and a second electric contact exposed at a solar-facing side of the flexible tab. 1. A solar cell assembly having a flexible circuit comprising:a solar cell having a solar-facing surface and a non-solar-facing surface, the solar cell comprising a cell corner; a flexible insulator comprising a plurality of edges aligned with the solar cell, a flexible corner extending past the cell corner, and a flexible tab extending from an edge of the plurality of edges; and', 'a circuit substantially embedded in the flexible insulator, wherein the circuit comprises a first electric contact exposed at a solar-facing side of the flexible corner, and a second electric contact exposed at a solar-facing side of the flexible tab., 'a flexible circuit coupled to the non-solar-facing surface of the solar cell, wherein the flexible circuit is substantially coextensive with the solar cell, the flexible circuit comprising2. The solar cell assembly of claim 1 , wherein the flexible insulator comprises an opening that exposes a portion of the non-solar-facing surface of the solar cell claim 1 , wherein the opening is configured to accept an adjacent flexible tab of an adjacent solar cell ...

Compact, Self-Deploying Structures and Methods for Deploying Foldable, Structural Origami Arrays Using a Compression Column

The Structural Origami ARray (SOAR) concept is an extremely high performance, deployable solar array system that delivers high power output and exceeds state-of-the-art packaging efficiencies. Unlike existing Z-folding panels or rolled architectures, this approach utilizes an origami-inspired two-dimensional packaging scheme of a flexible blanket/substrate that is coupled with a simple and compact deployable supporting structure that stabilizes the array by external tension or internal support. This enables large deployed areas populated with high efficiency photovoltaic (PV) cells or antenna elements, which compactly stows in a square form factor with thin stack height that minimizes impingement on spacecraft bus internal volume. 1. structural origami array , comprising:a plurality of semi-rigid triangular panel elements disposed on a thin, flexible substrate in a structural origami pattern; wherein each panel element has a thickness=t; anda compression column attached to proximal and distal ends of the array that is capable of spreading out the array into a substantially flat, tensioned membrane when deployed.2. The structural origami array of claim 1 , wherein the substrate is continuously disposed on a bottom surface of the panel elements claim 1 , and wherein adjacent solar panels are spaced apart from each other with a gap distance that is greater than or equal to twice the panel's thickness claim 1 , t.3. The structural origami array of claim 1 , further comprising a pair of parallel compression columns attached to distal and proximal ends of the array.4. The structural origami array of claim 2 , wherein the pair of compression columns form a picture frame structure surrounding an outer perimeter of the array when the array is deployed.5. The structural origami array of claim 1 , wherein each panel element comprises one or more photovoltaic cells.6. The structural origami array of claim 1 , wherein each panel element comprises one or more antenna elements.7. ...

DEVICE FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC INSTALLATION

The invention relates to a solar power installation which is characterized in that the supports of the solar modules are stacked one above the other when in the “off” state and are extended by means of a transfer and lifting mechanism when in operating mode. The installation is also equipped with a controller which allows the installation to put the system into the safe off state in adverse conditions. The system is also advantageously suitable for stored energy sources and fueling electric vehicles. 125-. (canceled)26. A photovoltaic installation , comprising:a plurality of movable photovoltaic module supports;a structure for mounting the plurality of photovoltaic module supports in a protection state; equipped at least on a top thereof with one or more photovoltaic modules that contain solar cells;', 'stacked one above the other on the structure in the protection state; and', 'spread out in a planar manner on the supporting structure in the extended operating state;, 'a supporting structure for the plurality of photovoltaic module supports in an extended operating state, the plurality of photovoltaic module supportsa transfer mechanism configured to displace each of the plurality of photovoltaic module supports from the protection state laterally away from a stack of the plurality of photovoltaic module supports to the supporting structure, and vice versa, and configured to spread out the plurality of photovoltaic module supports during displacement of individual module supports away from the stack to the supporting structure; 'lift and to lower the stack of the plurality of photovoltaic module supports, and bring one of the plurality of module supports to be transferred in the stack in a transfer plane necessary for the displacement, so that the one of the plurality of module supports can be moved in the extended operating state by the transfer mechanism;', 'a lifting mechanism configured to 'whereby the module supports can be coupled to each other mechanically ...

Circuits and methods for reducing flicker in an led light source

Method and circuits for balancing a first waveform used to drive an LED are disclosed herein. The first waveform has a first cycle with a first amplitude and a second cycle with a second amplitude. An embodiment of the method includes adjusting the first amplitude of the first cycle to match the second amplitude of the second cycle, the result being a second waveform. The LED is driven with the second waveform.

Portable folding solar power generation cloth bag

Disclosed is a portable folding solar power generation cloth bag, comprising: a left lining plate (3) and a right lining plate (4) fixed above a lower cloth cover (1), the left lining plate (3) and the right lining plate (4) being separately provided with a through hole (17); a left solar assembly (5) and a right solar assembly (6), wherein same are fixed above the left lining plate (3) and the right lining plate (4) respectively, a junction box (18) of the left solar assembly (5) being embedded into the through hole (17) of the left lining plate (3), a junction box (18) of the right solar assembly (6) being embedded into the through hole (17) of the right lining plate (4), and a connecting line (22) between the left solar assembly (5) and the right solar assembly (6) penetrating through the lower cloth cover (1) and reaching a position below the lower cloth cover (1); and an upper cloth cover (7) covering the upper sides of the left solar assembly (5) and the right solar assembly (6), the upper cloth cover (7) being sewn with the lower cloth cover (1), and light receiving surfaces of the left solar assembly (5) and the right solar assembly (6) being exposed from the upper cloth cover (7). A gap exists between the left lining plate (3) and the right lining plate (4), and a foldable joint is formed at a gap position between the upper cloth cover (7) and the lower cloth cover (1).

Compactable Power Generation Arrays

Compactable power generation arrays are provided. The compactable power generation arrays may include a structural substrate body having an array of solar concentrators configured to receive and re-direct solar radiation onto a plurality of photovoltaic (PV) cells. In many other embodiments the PV cells may be disposed upon a back surface of each of the solar concentrators such that an adjacent solar concentrator is configured to re-direct solar radiation onto the PV cell disposed on the back surface of the adjacent solar concentrator. 1. A compactable power generation array comprising:at least one structural substrate body;an array of at least two solar concentrators disposed on the at least one structural substrate body, each of the at least two solar concentrators comprising a curved body having a front reflector surface and a back surface, and a first edge pivotably connected to said structural substrate body through at least one resilient connector and a second edge disposed opposite said first edge;at least one photovoltaic cell disposed on at least a portion of the back surface of each of the solar concentrators;wherein the at least two solar concentrators are deployable between a compacted configuration wherein the first and second edges and the curved body of each of the at least two solar concentrators are positioned parallel to the plane of the at least one structural substrate body and a deployed configuration wherein the second edge and curved body of each of the at least two solar concentrators are positioned out of plane from the plane of the at least one structural substrate body;wherein said resilient connector is placed under stress through the application of a holding force when the solar concentrator is disposed in the compacted configuration such that the solar concentrator articulates to the deployed configuration upon removal of the holding force; andwherein when disposed in the deployed configuration, each of the solar concentrators is ...

COVERING SYSTEM FOR WINDOWS OR BUILDING FACADES COMPRISING PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES, IN PARTICULAR DSSC PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULES

The present invention refers to a covering system for building windows or facades. 1. Covering system for building windows or facades characterizedin that{'b': 10', '10', '1', '2, 'it comprises at least a modular element, said modular element comprising a multiplicity of photovoltaic modules (), in particular DSSC photovoltaic modules, each photovoltaic module () comprising at least a cell () and at least a substrate () made of rigid and transparent material,'}in that{'b': 10', '7', '10', '10', '7', '10, 'said photovoltaic modules () are disposed sequentially and are hinged to each other by hinging means (), such that the same can be moved from a first closed position, wherein said photovoltaic modules () are mutually bellows folded, to a second opened position, wherein said photovoltaic modules () are substantially mutually side by side placed and substantially aligned, or vice versa, wherein said hinging means () comprises a pair of hinges, each thereof being bridged between two edges of two contiguous photovoltaic modules (), and'}in that{'b': 4', '4', '10', '4', '4', '54', '54, 'said modular element comprises first () and second (′) guide means in order said photovoltaic modules () to be guided from said first and said second position; said first () and said second (′) guide means being disposed respectively on a first () and second supporting element (′).'}21610989. Covering system according to preceding claim , characterized in that said modular element comprises a jamb () provided with a rod lodging seat , and in that a photovoltaic module () positioned at an extremity of said photovoltaic module sequence is coupled to said rod () by means of two arms () , having a first extremity pivotally coupled to said rod () , and a second extremity pivotally coupled to said ending photovoltaic module.31012464. Covering system according to any of preceding claims , characterized in that each of said photovoltaic modules () is provided with at least one respective hinge ...

Solar-powered Blinds System and Apparatus

A window covering solution equipped with solar panels is described. The solution amounts to linear slats, namely blinds, on which solar panels are disposed. The panels are configured to capture PV power and store it within at least one power cell composed of rechargeable batteries. The power is stored for later use to charge devices via one or more USB ports disposed at a bottom of the apparatus. LED lights are disposed within the apparatus, which are powered via solar power supplied from the solar panels disposed on the blinds. A smoke detector and security alarm, also indirectly powered via the solar panels, are preferably disposed within the apparatus.

PORTABLE SOLAR POWER SYSTEM

A portable solar power system comprises plural solar panel subarrays suspended by u-shaped connected rods about a container housing a battery bank and other electronics. The system can be rapidly deployed and broken down, and provides a large expanse of substantially continuous light sensitive area in a small space.

Dynamic building-integrated photovoltaics (dbipv) using solar trees and solar sails and the like

An apparatus for converting solar energy to electrical energy comprises at least a central trunk or stem, preferably extending from a base, wherein the base can be attached to a stationary structure like a wall or a house or a garage or a bridge or wherein the base can be part of a mobile device having wheels and at least one or exactly one branch and preferably multiple branches connected to the central trunk or stem, wherein at least or exactly a first branch comprises one or more photovoltaic panels. Additionally, or alternatively comprises a second branch one or more photovoltaic panels. Each of the photovoltaic panels of the first branch preferably comprises one or more sheets of photovoltaic material and preferably one or more anchors for attaching the sheets of photovoltaic material to the first branch. 1. A mobile apparatus for converting solar energy to electrical energy , the mobile apparatus comprising:a base;a central trunk extending from the base, wherein the central trunk comprises an outer wall, wherein the outer wall comprises a plurality of wall segments, wherein the wall segments are configured to telescope within one another;one or more branches connected to the central trunk; andone or more photovoltaic panels connected to the one or more branches, wherein the photovoltaic panels comprise one or more sheets of photovoltaic material and one or more anchors for attaching the sheets of photovoltaic material to the branches,wherein the branches are configured to be movable with respect to the central trunk.2. (canceled)3. (canceled)4. (canceled)5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. (canceled)8. The mobile apparatus of further comprising one or more deployment cables extending between the central trunk and one or more of the branches.9. The mobile apparatus of further comprising a motorized mechanism for moving the branches with respect to the central trunk.10. The mobile apparatus of claim 1 , wherein the central trunk further comprises a central ...

SCALABLE SOLAR MODULAR ARRAY

A scalable solar module array includes a first module electrically coupled to a second module. The first and second module each include a solar panel to collect solar radiation, one or more receptacles located on the solar panel, wherein the one or more receptacles are configured to accept a charging cable for an electronic device, and a mounting member. The first and second modules are electrically coupled through a detachable cable, the cable being connected to a receptacle of the first module and a receptacle of the second module. The one or more receptacles may also be configured to accept a charging cable of an electronic device. 1. A scalable solar module array comprising: a solar panel to collect solar radiation;', 'one or more receptacles located on the solar panel, wherein the one or more receptacles are configured to accept a charging cable for an electronic device; and', 'a mounting member;, 'a first module electrically coupled to a second module, wherein the first and second module each includewherein the first and second modules are electrically coupled through a detachable cable, the cable being connected to a receptacle of the first module and a receptacle of the second module.2. The scalable solar module array of claim 1 , wherein the solar panel is foldable such that when a first sector of the solar panel is folded it faces a second sector of the solar panel.3. The scalable solar module array of claim 1 , further comprising a charge controller electrically and mechanically coupled to the solar panel claim 1 , the charge controller regulating the flow of current from the solar panel.4. The scalable solar module array of claim 3 , further comprising a battery unit electrically coupled to the charge controller the battery unit having a receptacle configured to establish an electrical connection with an electronic device.5. The scalable solar module array of claim 1 , wherein the mounting member is a strap and a strip of hook-and-loop fastener such that ...

MOBILE GENERATOR DEVICE AND COOLING SYSTEM

The present invention relates to a mobile generator device () having at least one alignable solar panel (), wherein the solar panel () can be moved in a transport position (TP) and at least one operating position (BP). The invention is characterized in that the generator device () has a housing shell () with a peripheral area (), wherein the solar panel () is hinged to the housing shell () so that the solar panel () is in the transport position (TP) within the housing shell () and does not project over the peripheral area (). Moreover, the invention relates to a cooling system having the mobile generator device () according to the invention and a control, and a cooling device, in particular a freezer, having at least one cooling circuit, wherein the cooling circuit has a compressor, an evaporator, and a condenser. The cooling system according to the invention is characterized in that the power supply of the cooling system is provided by the mobile generator device () and the control regulates the cooling system in dependence of the power supply. 1. A mobile generator device comprising at least one alignable solar panel , wherein the solar panel can be moved in a transport position and at least one operating position ,wherein the generator device has a housing shell with a peripheral area, wherein the solar panel is hinged to the housing shell so that the solar panel is in the transport position within the housing shell and does not project over the peripheral area;wherein the generator device has a further housing shell with a peripheral area, wherein the further housing shell is connected to the other housing shell by a housing hinge connection so that the peripheral area of the further housing shell can be contacted with the peripheral area of the other housing shell,wherein the further housing shell has at least one alignable solar panel, wherein the solar panel is hinged to the further housing shell so that the solar panel is in the transport position within the ...

SOLAR MODULE

A solar module comprising at least a plurality of lamellar solar panels, which are mounted pivotably, about a common axis, on an elongate support and can be and which can be moved between a first position, in which they are disposed on top of each other substantially congruently and parallel to the support, and a second position, in which they lie substantially next to each other in a fanned out manner about the aforementioned axis, wherein the support can be pivoted out of a housing, which accommodates the support together with the solar panels in the first position of the panels, characterized in that the solar module comprises two supports of the aforementioned type equipped with solar panels in the manner described, wherein the two supports are pivotably hinged at the diametrical longitudinal ends of an elongate base support, which is mounted rotatably, about an approximately vertical axis, in the housing. 1. A solar module comprising:at least a plurality of lamellar solar panels which are mounted pivotably, about a common axis, on an elongate support and can be moved between a first position, in which they are disposed over each other substantially congruently and parallel to the support, and a second position, in which they lie substantially next to each other in a fanned out manner about the common axis,wherein the support is pivotable out of a housing which accommodates the support together with the solar panels in the first position of the panels,wherein the solar module comprises two supports of the aforementioned type equipped with solar panels in the aforementioned manner, andwherein the two supports are pivotably hinged at the diametrical longitudinal ends of an elongate base support, the base support being mounted rotatably, about an approximately vertical axis, in the housing.2. The solar module according to claim 1 , wherein each support is located approximately parallel to the base support when in a pivoted-in position claim 1 , and at an obtuse ...

SOLAR UMBRELLA

Embodiments of the present invention provide an umbrella, comprising: an umbrella frame, an umbrella cloth, solar chips, a storage battery, and an electrical driving mechanism. The umbrella cloth covers the umbrella frame, the solar chips are disposed on an upper surface of the umbrella cloth, the solar chips are electrically connected with the storage battery, and the storage battery provides electrical energy to the electrical driving mechanism disposed on the umbrella frame so that the umbrella frame, driven by the electrical driving mechanism, achieves opening and closing motion. The present invention solves problems with the umbrellas in the prior art such as single functionality and difficult opening and closing. 1. An umbrella , comprising:an umbrella frame comprising an internal upright column, and an external upright column disposed at a bottom end of the internal upright column;an upper umbrella disc disposed at a top end of the internal upright column and a plurality of upper umbrella ribs hinged to the upper umbrella disc at one end and suspended from other end;an umbrella cloth covering the umbrella frame, wherein the umbrella cloth comprises an inner umbrella cloth and a roof cloth, wherein the roof cloth is disposed on top of the umbrella, wherein an upper portion of the inner umbrella cloth and the roof cloth fully overlap each other when the umbrella is fully open;a plurality of solar chips electrically connected to a storage battery, wherein the solar chips are disposed both on an upper surface of the inner umbrella cloth and on an upper surface of the roof cloth; andan electrical driving mechanism, wherein the storage battery is charged by the solar chips, and wherein the storage battery provides electrical energy to the electrical driving mechanism disposed on the umbrella frame so that the umbrella frame, driven by the electrical driving mechanism, achieves opening and closing of the umbrella.2. The umbrella according to claim 1 , further ...

Portable Power Case

Systems, methods, and articles for a portable power case are disclosed. The portable power case is comprised of at least one battery and at least one PCB. The portable power case has at least two access ports and at least one USB port. The portable power case is operable to supply power to an amplifier, a radio, a wearable battery, a mobile phone, and a tablet. The portable power case is operable to be charged using solar panels, vehicle batteries, AC adapters, non-rechargeable batteries, and generators. The portable power case provides for modularity that allows the user to disassemble and selectively remove the batteries installed within the portable power case housing. 1. A portable power case comprising:a hard case;a printed circuit board (PCB);at least two access ports connected to the PCB;at least one universal serial bus (USB) port connected to the PCB; andat least one battery removably connected to the PCB;wherein the hard case comprises a lid and a base that form a housing having an interior surface, an exterior surface, and an open interior space;wherein the at least two access ports and the at least one USB port are accessibly positioned on the exterior surface of the hard case;wherein the PCB and the at least one battery are disposed within the open interior space of the hard case;wherein the at least one battery is rechargeable;wherein the at least one battery is selectively removable from the hard case;wherein the at least one USB port and the at least two access ports are operable to supply power to at least one electronic device; andwherein the at least two access ports are operable to charge the portable power case using at least one charging device.2. The portable power case of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the at least one battery is in a battery housing for mating with a military radio.3. The portable power case of claim 1 , wherein the hard case is waterproof or water resistant.4. The portable power case of claim 1 , wherein the interior ...

FOLDABLE SOLAR PANEL

A foldable solar panel including at least two solar modules mounted to a substrate. The foldable solar panel includes hook and loop tape to secure the foldable solar panel in the folded configuration. The foldable solar panel includes at least two straps and at least two horizontal rows of webbing operable to attach the foldable solar panel to a load-bearing platform. 1. A foldable solar panel comprising:at least two solar modules mounted to a substrate;wherein the substrate has a top end, a bottom end, and an axis between the top end and the bottom end, wherein the foldable solar panel is operable to fold along the axis to allow the top end and the bottom end to meet when in a folded configuration;wherein the at least two solar modules are electrically connected to one another and connected to at least one output connector;wherein the at least two solar modules and the at least one output connector are positioned on a front side of the foldable solar panel;wherein a piece of hook or loop tape is positioned on the front side of the top end of the substrate and a corresponding piece of loop or hook tape is positioned on the front side of the bottom end of the substrate, wherein the piece of hook or loop tape and the corresponding piece of loop or hook tape are operable to secure the foldable solar panel in the folded configuration; andwherein the foldable solar panel includes at least two straps and at least two horizontal rows of webbing on a back side of the foldable solar panel operable to attach the foldable solar panel to a load-bearing platform.2. The foldable solar panel of claim 1 , wherein the at least two solar modules are electrically connected to one another in a configuration selected from the group consisting of series claim 1 , parallel claim 1 , or combinations thereof.3. The foldable solar panel of claim 1 , wherein the load-bearing platform includes a pouch attachment ladder system (PALS) claim 1 , wherein the pouch attachment ladder system ...

RAPIDLY DEPLOYING TRANSPORTABLE SOLAR PANEL SYSTEMS AND METHODS OF USING SAME

Embodiments disclosed herein are directed to a rapidly deploying transportable power system for generating power. The rapidly deploying transportable power system embodiment disclosed herein can have a plurality of frame members containing a plurality of solar panels. Any embodiments of the rapidly deploying transportable power system can also have a transport enclosure configured to support the plurality of frame members and a rail system coupleable with the transport enclosure, the rail system being configured to support the plurality of frame members outside of the transport enclosure. In any embodiments, the plurality of frame members can be positionable within the transport enclosure with one frame member positionable above another frame member. Furthermore, the plurality of frame members can be movable along the rail system to positions outside of the transport enclosure along the track system. 1. A rapidly deploying transportable power system for generating power , comprising:a transportable enclosure having an interior space;a plurality of solar panel frames, each frame supporting a plurality of solar panels;a plurality of interconnectable track modules, the track modules being couplable together in an end to end arrangement to form a track system;one or more cart devices movable along a length of the track system to move the frames along the track system when the track system is in the second state; andat least one lift system configured to lift the frames from the interior space of the transport enclosure onto the track system and/or from the track system into the interior space of the transport enclosure; each solar panel supported by each frame is electrically interconnected with the other solar panels of each frame;', 'the solar panel frames and track modules can be moved between a first state and a second state;', 'in the first state, the frames are all positioned at least substantially within the interior space of the transport enclosure;', 'in the ...

VEHICLE ATTACHED PHOTOVOLTAIC CHARGING SYSTEMS

A photovoltaic electric vehicle charging system includes an enclosure to receive photovoltaic panels and the photovoltaic panels connected to each other via a plurality of connecting members inside the enclosure. A sliding mechanism moves panels in and out of the enclosure and the enclosure is configured to be mounted on a vehicle or embedded within the vehicle. 1. A photovoltaic electric vehicle charging system comprising:an enclosure to receive photovoltaic panels;said photovoltaic panels connected to each other via a plurality of connecting members inside the enclosure;a sliding mechanism to move panels in and out of the enclosure;the enclosure configured to be mounted on a chassis of a vehicle, or embedded within the vehicle.2. The photovoltaic electric vehicle charging system as recited in claim 1 , wherein a top photovoltaic panel is attached to a top of the enclosure.3. The photovoltaic electric vehicle charging system as recited in claim 2 , further comprising a receiver connected to a motor to drive the sliding mechanism to move the panels in and/or out of the enclosure claim 2 , the receiver configured to receive a signal from a remote controlled device to move the panels in and/or out of the enclosure4. The photovoltaic electric vehicle charging system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a sensor wherein a retraction of the panels into the enclosure is triggered by the sensor detecting an obstruction too near the vehicle.5. The photovoltaic electric vehicle charging system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a sensor wherein a retraction of the panels into the enclosure is triggered by by the sensor detecting motion of the vehicle on which the sensor is mounted.6. The photovoltaic electric vehicle charging system as recited in claim 1 , further comprising a sensor wherein a retraction of the panels into the enclosure is triggered by the sensor detecting weather conditions that could potentially cause damage to the system and the vehicle if ...

Solar Panel with Flexible Optical Elements

A solar array () for a spacecraft (), comprising a solar concentrator that is provided with photovoltaic cells and reflective areas configured for reflecting solar radiation towards the photovoltaic cells, wherein the reflective areas and the photovoltaic cells are provided on opposite surfaces of concentrator reflector sheet members () that are repositionable from a retracted state wherein the concentrator reflector sheet members are in a substantially flat arrangement, to a extended state wherein the concentrator reflector sheet members are raised to allow the reflective areas to reflect solar radiation towards the exposed photovoltaic cells. 1. A solar array for a spacecraft , comprising a solar concentrator that is provided with photovoltaic cells and reflective areas configured for reflecting solar radiation towards the photovoltaic cells , wherein the reflective areas and the photovoltaic cells are provided on opposite surfaces of concentrator reflector sheet members , which are repositionable from a retracted state wherein the concentrator reflector sheet members are in a substantially flat arrangement , to an extended state wherein the concentrator reflector sheet members are raised to allow the reflective areas to reflect solar radiation towards the exposed photovoltaic cells.2. The solar array according to claim 1 , comprising a support member claim 1 , wherein the concentrator reflector sheet members are coupled to the support member and are flexible to allow bending away from the support member to assume the extended state.3. The solar array according to claim 2 , wherein the support member forms a support panel with a mounting surface onto which the concentrator reflector sheet members are attached claim 2 , and wherein the support panel is at least partially flexible to be temporarily bendable into a curved shape with the concentrator reflector sheet members in the retracted state claim 2 , to provide geometrical stiffness and an increased resonance ...

FOLDABLE, PORTABLE, LIGHTWEIGHT PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE

A foldable, portable, lightweight photovoltaic module has a carrier layer divided into equal sections separated by hinge spaces, a substrate layer on the carrier layer, and a photovoltaic cell layer on the substrate layer, wherein the hinge spaces each have a free space between opposing edges of the adjacent sections to enable them to be folded in accordion-like fashion for storage. The carrier layer may be made of rip-stop fabric and preferably supports 6 sections each with 6 PV cells of crystalline silicon of up to about 22% conversion efficiency. The module has a power output of about 122 watts at 24 volts, and weighs about 7.4 pounds (3.36 kg), with a power-to-size ratio of 14 watts/sft or more, and a power-to-weight ratio of 16.5 watts/pound or more. An improved method of lamination applies heat and pressure on upper and lower sides of the laminate layers through upper and lower chambers with respective pressure bladders and heaters that are independently controllable. 118-. (canceled)19. An improved method for laminating a photovoltaic module comprising:providing a laminate workpiece comprising a carrier layer, a substrate layer, and a photovoltaic cell layer, and providing adhesive layers of thermally fusable, transparent film material between the carrier layer and the substrate layer, and between the substrate layer and the photovoltaic cell layer; andapplying heat and pressure on the workpiece from upper and lower sides of the laminate layers through upper and lower chambers that have respective upper and lower pressure bladder layers and upper and lower heaters that are independently controllable.20. An improved method for laminating a photovoltaic module according to claim 19 , wherein heat and pressure are independently controlled from upper and lower sides of the laminate layers in a four-part cycle in sequence wherein:(a) In a first cycle, air is evacuated from the upper and lower chambers to remove trapped air from between and among the layers;(b) In ...

FRAME FOR A MOBILE SOLAR POWER PANEL SYSTEM

A frame for a mobile solar power panel system comprises two sub frames each having a front elongate frame member, a back elongate frame member and an outer side elongate frame member and an inner side elongate frame member. The two inner side elongate frame members are connected to one another by at least one hinge so that the two sub frames are movable between a closed and an open position. When the two sub frames are in the closed position each of the elongate frame members from the one sub frame lies adjacent to its corresponding elongate frame member from the other sub frame, and when in the open position the two inner side elongate frame members will be adjacent one another and the two outer side elongate frame members will be spaced apart from one another and all the elongate frame members from both sub frames are substantially co-planar. The frame also includes a plurality of front legs and a plurality of back legs movable between a closed and an open position. A multi directional front wheel is connected to one of the front legs of each sub frame and a multi directional back wheel is connected to one of the back legs of each sub frame. 1. A frame for a mobile solar power panel system , the frame comprising:two sub frames each comprised of a front elongate frame member, a back elongate frame member and an outer side elongate frame member and an inner side elongate frame member, wherein the two inner side elongate frame members, one from each sub frame, are connected to one another by at least one hinge so that the two sub frames are thereby connected to one another and are movable between a closed and an open position, wherein when the two sub frames are in the closed position each of the elongate frame members from the one sub frame lies adjacent to its corresponding elongate frame member from the other sub frame, and when in the open position the two inner side elongate frame members will be adjacent one another and the two outer side elongate frame members ...

Multipurpose Ice Chest

The present invention is a multipurpose ice chest. The device having an insulated storage chest with a water reservoir in its base, an ice maker with a water uptake system from the reservoir affixed to the inside of the insulated storage chest, an air conditioning unit having a submersible pump within the reservoir in fluid communication with a radiator and a fan that draws air through the radiator reducing the temperature of the air being drawn through the radiator, an electronic control unit in electronic communication with the ice maker and the air conditioning unit and a means for generating and storing energy connected to the electronic control unit.

DYNAMICALLY ADJUSTABLE, FLEXIBLE, AND MODULAR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEM AND METHOD

There is a dynamically adjustable photovoltaic (PV) system for transforming solar energy into electrical energy. The dynamically adjustable PV system includes a first PV fold including a first set of PV cells for generating electrical energy, and a first laminating film that encapsulates the first set of PV cells; a second PV fold including a second set of PV cells for generating electrical energy, and a second laminating film that encapsulates the second set of PV cells; and a connecting mechanism that connects the first laminating film to the second laminating film. The connecting mechanism includes a chamber. 1. A dynamically adjustable photovoltaic (PV) system for transforming solar energy into electrical energy , the PV system comprising:a first PV fold including a first set of PV cells for generating electrical energy, and a first laminating film that encapsulates the first set of PV cells;a second PV fold including a second set of PV cells for generating electrical energy, and a second laminating film that encapsulates the second set of PV cells; anda connecting mechanism that connects the first laminating film to the second laminating film,wherein the connecting mechanism includes a chamber.2. The dynamically adjustable PV system of claim 1 , wherein the connecting mechanism further comprises:a first layer having a first thickness; anda second layer having a second thickness, smaller than the first thickness,wherein each of the first and second layers is attached to the first and second laminating films.3. The dynamically adjustable PV system of claim 2 , wherein the first and second layers define the chamber.4. The dynamically adjustable PV system of claim 2 , wherein the first and second layers are stitched to the first and second laminating films.5. The dynamically adjustable PV system of claim 2 , wherein the first and second thicknesses of the first and second layers determine a preferential folding direction of the first and second PV folds claim 2 , ...

Flexible solar panel system built into Existing Products and into recycled materials

An improved flexible solar panel system built into existing products and into recycled materials, the system provides a renewable energy source from the sun and a recyclable structure made from used tires and or plastic. The system is made using a flexible solar cell and panel collector, a battery, a light source, a structure to support all the components and conductors between the battery, the solar cell and the light source and battery. 2. The solar panel system in further comprised of a voltage/charge meter and a means for connecting connection system to connect/integrate the solar panel system to an electrical power grid.3. The solar panel system in claim wherein the means for supporting structure is a structure selected from a group consisting of an artificial palm tree claim 1 , a porch light claim 1 , a yard lamp claim 1 , small artificial plants/flora claim 1 , artificial trees claim 1 , an array of palm trees claim 1 , an artificial vegetation claim 1 , an outdoor Christmas decoration claim 1 , a set of outdoor decorations claim 1 , a deck claim 1 , a gazebo claim 1 , a pergola claim 1 , and an array of artificial palm trees at a residential development.4. The solar panel system in wherein the structure is an artificial palm tree.5. The solar panel system in wherein the artificial palm tree is manufactured from a group consisting of used tires claim 4 , used plastic claim 4 , used composite materials claim 4 , used paper claim 4 , non-biodegradable material claim 4 , and used cardboard pulp.6. The flexible solar panel system in wherein the durable material of the flexible photo voltaic solar cell and energy collector is selected from a group consisting of amorphous thin-film silicon (a-Si) claim 1 , cadmium telluride (CdTe) claim 1 , and copper indium gallium di-selenide (CIGS).8. The solar panel system in wherein the artificial palm tree is manufactured from a group consisting of used tires claim 7 , used plastic claim 7 , used composite materials claim 7 ...

Multiple Configurable Solar Photovoltaic Assembly

A portable multiple configuration solar photovoltaic assembly is disclosed. The assembly contains a plurality of solar photovoltaic panels that collect solar energy and convert the solar energy into electricity. The present invention provides an XJR-junction box that allows for the assembly to be used in either an in-series or in-parallel wiring configuration. 1. A portable solar energy electrical power generating system comprising:a) a plurality of modular solar energy collecting units wherein each modular solar energy collecting unit comprises a photovoltaic solar panel that converts solar energy to DC electrical power;b) a master assembly unit for the plurality of modular solar energy collecting units comprising a frame generally rectangular in shape adapted to receive the plurality of modular solar energy collecting units; andc) a base assembly unit adapted to receive the master assembly unit.2. The portable solar electric power energy electrical generating system of further comprising a plurality of micro-inverters integral with the solar energy collection units.3. The portable solar electric energy power generating system of wherein each of the plurality of micro-inverters is mounted to the frame near the respective photovoltaic solar panel.4. The portable solar electric energy power generating system of further comprising an electrical receptacle box located in close proximity to the plurality of modular solar energy collecting units that receives the AC electrical power from the plurality of modular solar energy collecting units and makes the AC electrical power available through standard electrical plugs.5. The portable solar energy electric power generating system of wherein the master assembly unit further comprises a hinge so that the system may be reversibly folded about the hinge for transport of the solar energy generating system.6. The portable solar energy electric power generating system of wherein the system further comprises casters mounted to ...

FIBER COMPOSITE PHOTOVOLTAIC BOARD

A fiber composite photovoltaic board is provided, including: a substrate, a plurality of voids being distributed all over thereinside; at least one photoelectric conversion unit, disposed on the substrate. 1. A fiber composite photovoltaic board , including:a substrate, a plurality of voids being distributed all over thereinside;at least one photoelectric conversion unit, disposed on the substrate.2. The fiber composite photovoltaic board of claim 1 , wherein the substrate further includes two fiber-reinforced boards and a plurality of fiber-reinforced ribs which are spacingly connected to and between the two fiber-reinforced boards claim 1 , and the plurality of fiber-reinforced ribs define the plurality of voids.3. The fiber composite photovoltaic board of claim 2 , wherein the plurality of fiber-reinforced ribs are divided into a plurality of rib sets which are arranged parallel to each other claim 2 , each fiber-reinforced rib of each said rib set includes at least one lateral curved portion claim 2 , and the lateral curved portion of each of the plurality of the fiber-reinforced ribs of two rib sets which are neighboring to each other bends toward two opposite directions.4. The fiber composite photovoltaic board of claim 3 , wherein each said rib set includes a plurality of fiber-reinforced ribs which bend toward a same direction.5. The fiber composite photovoltaic board of claim 3 , wherein on a gap direction of the plurality of rib sets claim 3 , two of the plurality of fiber-reinforced ribs neighboring to each other of two of the plurality of rib sets neighboring to each other on two opposite sides of a phantom reference plane extend toward two opposite directions and are connected to and between the two fiber-reinforced boards without crossing the phantom reference plane claim 3 , and the phantom reference plane is perpendicular to an extension direction of the plurality of rib sets.6. The fiber composite photovoltaic board of claim 1 , wherein at least one ...

FOLDABLE ARRAY OF THREE-DIMENSIONAL PANELS INCLUDING FUNCTIONAL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS

Embodiments disclosed herein relate to a foldable array of three-dimensional panels, which may include one or more functional electrical components. For instance, the three-dimensional multi-panel array may be reconfigured from a substantially planar configuration into a three-dimensional configuration. 1. A multi-panel array reconfigurable between a substantially planar configuration and a three-dimensional configuration , the multi-panel array comprising:a plurality of panels arranged in a plurality of rows and in a plurality of panel columns, the plurality of panels defining one or more spacer columns therebetween;one or more functional electrical components attached to and/or incorporated into one or more of the plurality of panels;a plurality of spacers arranged in the one or more spacer columns and in the plurality of rows, each of the plurality of spacers positioned between two panels of the plurality of panels in adjacent panel columns of the plurality of panel columns, each of the plurality of spacers including a base side having a non-perpendicular orientation relative to one or more sides of each of the plurality of panels adjacent thereto;a plurality of first hinges flexibly connecting adjacent panels of the plurality of panels in each of the plurality of panel columns; anda plurality of second hinges flexibly connecting each of the plurality of spacers to one or more of the plurality of panels adjacent thereto and located in the same row therewith.2. The multi-panel array of claim 1 , further comprising one or more third hinges flexibly connecting adjacent spacers of the plurality of spacers.3. The multi-panel array of wherein one or more of the plurality of panels in a first row of the plurality of rows and one or more of the plurality of panels in a second row of the plurality of rows are foldable together about at least some of the plurality of first hinges in a manner that major faces of the one or more of the plurality of panels in the first and ...

MODULAR SUSTAINABLE POWER GENERATION UNIT

Apparatus and methods for generating electricity and maintaining data are described. A unit has multiple solar panels and a set of hinges into which additional hardware may be added. Rotatable hinges allow rotatable solar panels to move between open, partial open and closed configurations of the unit. For a closed configuration, each rotatable hinge holds each solar panel relative to one another in the approximate cubic shape. A set of hinges may be a set of removeable rods and sleeves. In a further feature, electronics positioned within a solar unit are protected and electromagnetically shielded. A switch controls a security state of the solar unit that varies depending on whether the solar unit is in an open, partial open or closed configuration. The security state may include the type of external communication and access permitted. Skate or skateboard assemblies provide greater mobility. 1. A solar unit , comprising:a plurality of solar panels;electronics; anda set of hinges configured to couple the plurality of solar panels to one another in a geometric shape housing the electronics.2. The solar unit of claim 1 , wherein the set of hinges include at least one rotatable hinge coupled to at least one respective rotatable solar panel of the plurality of solar panels and configured to allow the at least one respective rotatable solar panel to move between open claim 1 , partial open and closed configurations of the solar unit.3. The solar unit of claim 2 , wherein the geometric shape comprises an approximate rectangular shape claim 2 , and wherein for a closed configuration claim 2 , each rotatable hinge holds each respective rotatable solar panel relative to one another in the approximate rectangular shape.4. The solar unit of claim 1 , wherein the set of hinges comprises a set of removeable rods and a set of sleeves for receiving the removeable rods.5. The solar unit of claim 4 , wherein the set of sleeves comprise sleeves configured to be coupled to sides of the ...

MULTIPLE CONFIGURABLE SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC ASSEMBLY

A portable multiple configuration solar photovoltaic assembly is disclosed. The assembly contains a plurality of photovoltaic modules that collect solar energy and convert the solar energy into electricity. 1. A portable installation of photovoltaic modules , the installation comprising:a portable power generator which is made in two sections;{'b': '35', 'each section has a master frame weldment assembly ();'}{'b': 58', '68, 'on an upper horizontal weldment () is a lifting bracket () allowing the portable power generator to be relocated from a first location to a second location;'}{'b': '52', 'on each side of the lifting bracket is a master frame weldment assembly hinge ();'}{'b': 52', '53', '70, 'each master frame weldment assembly hinge () is connected, using an axle bar, to a base frame extrusion () of a base frame assembly ();'}{'b': 54', '53', '55, 'wheels () are located at the end of the base frame extrusion (), on the opened side, and are individually attached to a wheel assembly ();'}{'b': 53', '63, 'each base frame extrusion () has a stabilizer () at each end;'}{'b': 63', '70', '78', '76', '77', '76', '77, 'each stabilizer () of each base frame assembly () has an alignment fixture support angle () with an attached male alignment fixture () or female alignment fixture () configured to receive a complementary male alignment fixture () or female alignment fixture ();'}{'b': 60', '76', '77', '61', '76', '77', '35, 'a top-side forward outside corner of a right side vertical weldment () has an attached male alignment fixture () or female alignment fixture () facing inward, and the top-side outside corner of a left side vertical weldment () has an attached male alignment fixture () or female alignment fixture () facing inward so as to facilitate alignment of the two master frame weldment assembly () sections when the portable power generator is being closed for transport or storage;'}{'b': 63', '67, 'each of the stabilizers () has a removable claw () attached to ...

EXTENDIBLE MEMBRANE SYSTEMS, DEVICES, AND METHODS

Systems, devices, and methods are provided for extendible membranes, such as solar arrays. Some embodiments include an extendible membrane system that may include: an extendible central column; one or more membranes; and/or one or more foldable membrane supports configured to support the one or more membranes. Each of the one or more foldable membrane supports may be configured to extend from the extendible central column. In some embodiments, one or more of the one or more foldable membrane supports includes two or more segments that may be configured to couple with each other. Some embodiments include a method of deploying one or more membranes that may include unfolding one or more foldable membrane supports from a folded configuration to a linear configuration. Some embodiments include an extendible membrane device with one or more membranes and one or more foldable membrane supports configured to support the one or more membranes. 1. An extendible membrane system comprising:an extendible central column;one or more membranes; andone or more foldable membrane supports configured to support the one or more membranes, wherein each of the one or more foldable membrane supports is configured to extend from the extendible central column, wherein the one or more foldable membrane supports include a first foldable membrane support and a second foldable membrane support positioned on opposite ends of a first membrane from the one or more membranes and a second membrane from the one or more membranes.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein one or more of the one or more foldable membrane supports includes two or more segments configured to couple with each other.3. (canceled)4. The system of claim 1 , wherein:the first foldable membrane support includes a first segment and a second segment, wherein the first segment of the first foldable membrane support is coupled with a first end of the first membrane and the second segment of the first foldable membrane support is coupled ...

PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION MODULE GROUP

Provided is a photoelectric conversion module group that enables a balance of high levels of mechanical strength improvement and weight reduction when thin photoelectric conversion modules are used. The photoelectric conversion module includes: a plurality of photoelectric conversion modules (); a flexible linking portion () that mechanically and electrically connects two adjacent photoelectric conversion modules () among the plurality of photoelectric conversion modules (); a flexible protective member () that covers at least one of a front surface and a rear surface of the linking portion (); and one or more rigid reinforcing members () that partially cover the photoelectric conversion modules (). In a case in which a reinforcing member () is present at a rear surface of any of the photoelectric conversion modules (), the rear surface includes an exposed surface region that is not covered by the reinforcing member (). 1. A photoelectric conversion module group comprising:a plurality of photoelectric conversion modules;a linking portion that is flexible and that mechanically and electrically connects two adjacent photoelectric conversion modules among the plurality of photoelectric conversion modules;a protective member that is flexible and that covers at least one of a front surface and a rear surface of the linking portion; andone or more reinforcing members that are rigid and that partially cover the photoelectric conversion modules, whereinin a case in which a reinforcing member is present at a rear surface of any of the photoelectric conversion modules, the rear surface includes an exposed surface region that is not covered by the reinforcing member.2. The photoelectric conversion module group according to claim 1 , whereinthe reinforcing members cover at least one of a peripheral part of a front surface and a peripheral part of a rear surface of any of the photoelectric conversion modules.3. The photoelectric conversion module group according to claim 2 , ...

PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE AND USE THEREOF

In the case of a photovoltaic module which comprises a plurality of solar cells which are each coupled to an electrically conductive, structured layer for discharging the electrical energy generated in the solar cells, wherein at least two subregions of the photovoltaic module are coupled to one another via a flexible connecting region, provision is made for the solar cells to be coupled on the rear side of said solar cells to the electrically conductive, structured layer, and for the electrically conductive, structured layer to be integrated in a multilayered film arranged on the rear side of the solar cells, wherein the multilayered film forms the flexible connecting region between the at least two subregions of the photovoltaic module, as a result of which a photovoltaic module which can be tilted or folded can be made available. 1. A photovoltaic module which comprises a plurality of solar cells that are each coupled to an electrically conducting or conductive and structured layer or structure for discharging the electrical energy generated in the solar cells , wherein at least one transparent carrier layer is provided on the surface of the solar cells facing away from the electrically conducting layer or structure , wherein the electrically conducting and structured layer or structure can be contacted with connections of a connection housing , wherein at least two subregions of the photovoltaic module which each have at least one solar cell are coupled to one another via a flexible connecting region and can be folded or tilted along the flexible connecting region into a position in which they are angled relative to one another and/or at least partially overlap one another , wherein the solar cells on their rear side are coupled to the electrically conducting or conductive and structured layer , which is covered by a cover layer , and that the electrically conducting or conductive and structured layer is integrated in a multilayered film arranged on the rear ...

SOLAR MODULE MOUNTING BRACKET ASSEMBLIES

A solar module mounting bracket assembly includes a rail configured to support a solar module thereon, and a pair of braces. The braces each have a first end portion movably coupled to the rail. The braces are movable relative to the rail between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration. In the expanded configuration, the braces cooperatively define a channel dimensioned for receipt of a frame member. 1. A solar module mounting bracket assembly , comprising:a rail configured to support a solar module thereon; anda pair of braces each having a first end portion movably coupled to the rail, wherein the pair of braces are movable relative to the rail between a collapsed configuration, and an expanded configuration, in which the pair of braces cooperatively define a channel dimensioned for receipt of a frame member.2. The solar module mounting bracket assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the pair of braces are parallel with the rail in the collapsed configuration claim 1 , and perpendicular to the rail in the expanded configuration.3. The solar module mounting bracket assembly according to claim 1 , wherein the solar module mounting bracket assembly assumes a substantially linear shape when the pair of braces are in the collapsed configuration claim 1 , and wherein the solar module mounting bracket assembly assumes a substantially triangular shape when the pair of braces are in the expanded configuration.4. The solar module mounting bracket assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising a fastener configured to attach to a second end portion of each of the pair of braces to fix the pair of braces in the expanded configuration.5. The solar module mounting bracket assembly according to claim 1 , further comprising a pair of truss arms claim 1 , wherein each of the pair of truss arms includes:a first end portion movably coupled to a respective second end portion of the pair of braces; anda second end portion movably coupled to a respective first and ...

MULTI-SURFACE SOLAR CELL PACKAGING FOR SELF-POWERED ELECTRONIC DEVICES

A solar cell assembly includes a bendable substrate and multiple solar cells to be mounted over different surfaces of an electronic device. The bendable substrate includes an electrical contact to couple to an electrical contact on one of the surfaces of the electronic device. Thus, the electronic device only needs an electrical connection on one surface, and the solar cell assembly can mount solar cells on multiple surfaces to couple to the one electrical connection. 1. An electronic device , comprising: a first surface that includes an electrical contact for solar power, and', 'a second surface that lacks an electrical contact for the solar power, wherein the first surface and the second surface intersect at an angle; and, 'device packaging including'}a solar cell package with a foldable substrate, wherein the solar cell package to mount on the first surface and electrically couple to the electrical contact, and to mount on the second surface, to position at least one solar cell over the first surface and at least one solar cell over the second surface.2. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the first surface and the second surface intersect at an angle between approximately 30 degrees and 150 degrees.3. The electronic device of claim 2 , wherein the first surface and the second surface intersect at an angle of approximately 90 degrees.4. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the device packaging further includinga third surface to intersect with the first surface at an angle, the third surface lacking an electrical contact for the solar power.5. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the device packaging further includinga third surface to intersect with the second surface at an angle, the third surface lacking an electrical contact for the solar power.6. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the solar cell package to mount multiple solar cells over the first surface.7. The electronic device of claim 1 , wherein the solar cell package includes ...

Solar cell module and fabricating methods thereof

A solar cell module can include a plurality of solar cells, each solar cell among the plurality of solar cells including a first electrode and a second electrode arranged in parallel on a rear surface of a semiconductor substrate; a substrate including a conductive pattern electrically connecting the plurality of solar cells with each other; and a protective film disposed on the plurality of solar cells on a front surface of the substrate, in which the conductive pattern includes: a plurality of conductive portions, each of the plurality of conductive portions being arranged between two adjacent solar cells among the plurality of solar cells, an electrode portion formed on a rear surface of the substrate, and a connection portion connected to the electrode portion and surrounding a side surface of the substrate.

DUAL PURPOSE FOLDABLE SOLAR ELECTRICITY SUPPLY APPARATUS FOR OUTDOOR AND WINDOW BLIND

A window blind apparatus for providing solar energy comprises: (a) a case configured for receiving a battery, the case including electrical battery charging circuitry; and, (b) a plurality of photovoltaic panels configured for receiving solar radiation and converting the radiation into electricity, each of the photovoltaic panels in electrical communication with the electrical battery charging circuitry, and, each photovoltaic panel is in communication with at least one other panel, such that the panels are moveable. 1. A dual-purpose apparatus for solar electricity supply indoor and outdoor , and for window blind indoor , which comprises:a case which contains a battery, and a mechanism for operating the apparatus as a window blind;a plurality of dual purpose photovoltaic and shading panels;attachment elements for attaching the apparatus to a lintel or a side frame of a window, while the apparatus operates as windows blind; andremovable legs for supporting the apparatus while operating outdoor as an electricity supply apparatus.2. Apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising electric wires for conveying electricity from the photovoltaic and shading panels to the battery within the case.3. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein each photovoltaic and shading panel comprises a plurality of photovoltaic units claim 1 , each photovoltaic unit comprises a plurality of photovoltaic cells.4. Apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising a built-in lamp.5. Apparatus according to claim 4 , wherein the built-in lamp is of a LED-type.6. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said removable legs are telescopic legs.7. Apparatus according to claim 1 , wherein said removable legs are foldable.8. Apparatus according to claim 1 , which comprises a USB DC output socket.9. Apparatus according to claim 1 , which comprises a DC to AC converter claim 1 , and an AC output socket.10. Apparatus according to claim 1 , further comprising mechanism for tilting the photovoltaic ...

Mobile solar power system and method for deploying same

A mobile solar power system provides electricity to various electronic devices needing a source of electricity in remote locations. The mobile solar power system may be transported in a compact form to a remote location by a trailer configured for securely transporting the mobile solar power system. Arrays for containing solar panels may be attached to the mobile solar power system. When a user is ready to deploy the solar panels of the various arrays, the arrays may be slid out from the mobile solar power system and/or unfolded from the mobile solar power system. After the arrays are deployed, the arrays including solar panels may be angled such that the solar panels may be exposed to solar energy which may be subsequently passed through to the various electronic devices needing a source of electricity.

Deployable reflector antenna systems

A reflector antenna system comprising: a hoop assembly configured to expand between a collapsed configuration and an expanded configuration; a mesh reflector secured to the hoop assembly such that when the hoop assembly is in the collapsed configuration the mesh reflector is collapsed within the hoop assembly and when the hoop assembly is in the expanded configuration the mesh reflector is expanded to a shape that is intended to concentrate RF energy in a desired pattern; a mast assembly including an extendible boom to which the hoop assembly is secured by cords; and an antenna feed that is located on a vehicle so as to face a concave surface of the mesh reflector that is intended to concentrate RF energy in the desired pattern.

Broadband Circularly Polarized Antenna Incorporating Non-Foster Active Loading

An antenna comprising: a solar collector; two conductive, orthogonal half-loops mounted to the solar collector such that the solar collector functions as a ground; an RF power source configured to feed RF power to each of the two half-loops having a 90-degree phase difference relative to each other; and a conductive cage structure surrounding the two half-loops, wherein the cage structure includes a conductive ring disposed above the center section, the conductive ring having an equilateral cross of conductive material disposed within the ring and supported by leg structures which are in electrically-conductive contact with the solar collector, and wherein each leg structure has attached thereto a non-Foster circuit having a negative impedance, wherein the non-Foster circuits are configured to actively load the cage structure such that the cage structure functions as an active, internal matching network for the antenna. 1. An antenna comprising:a solar collector;first and second half-loops mounted to a center section of the solar collector, wherein the first and second half-loops are electrically conductive, orthogonal to each other, and orthogonal to the center section such that the solar collector functions as a ground;a radio frequency (RF) power source configured to feed RF power to each of the first and second half-loops having a 90-degree phase difference relative to each other such that the first and second half-loops create orthogonal electric fields relative to each other resulting in a circularly polarized total electric field; anda conductive cage structure surrounding the first and second half-loops to allow electric current to circulate around the perimeter of the cage structure, wherein the cage structure includes a conductive ring disposed above the center section, the conductive ring having an equilateral cross of conductive material disposed within the ring and supported by leg structures which are in electrically-conductive contact with the solar ...

SOLAR PANEL SYSTEM AND APPARATUS THEREOF

A detachable solar power apparatus and system is disclosed herein. In particular, the solar power system and apparatus enables homeowners/installers the ability to uninstall and remove the system from one property and to later re-install it at another property. The solar power system may include one or more solar panels coupled to a folding rectangular frame. The system may further include an inverter coupled to the one or more solar panels to convert DC power into AC power for an alternating current (AC) load. The inverter may include a management control module for detecting when power associated with the DC is above peak power for the AC load, wherein one or more chargeable batteries may be coupled thereto to absorb any excess power. The system may further include a power interface between the inverter, batteries, and the AC load associated with a house or an electric vehicle.

Portable Flexible Solar Powered Recharging Device

A portable, flexible solar powered recharging device for recharging electronic devices includes a mat that is flexible and that has a front and a back. A central processing unit, a power storage module and a charger are coupled to and positioned in a compartment positioned on the back of the mat. The power storage module is operationally coupled to the central processing unit and the charger. A plurality of solar panels, positioned on the front of the mat, is operationally coupled to the central processing unit and the power storage module. A receptacle, operationally coupled to both the central processing unit and the charger, is coupled to and positioned in a sidewall of the compartment. A plurality of couplers or a plurality of connectors can be coupled to the mat such that the mat is configured to attach or to rest on a support surface.

ORGANIC PHOTOVOLTAIC DEVICE PRODUCED FROM AN ELECTROCHEMICAL METHOD FOR DEPOSITING NANOFIBRILAR POLY(3,4-ETHYLENEDIOXYTHIOPHENE) (PEDOT) HOLE EXTRACTION LAYER IN ORGANIC SOLAR CELLS

An electrochemical method for producing a hole extraction layer in a solar cell based on organic semiconductor materials. Conjugated polymers are used to build a hole extraction layer and a photoactive layer. Poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT) is used as a hole extraction layer and is deposited electrochemically from an aqueous solution on an indium tin oxide (ITO) electrode. A nanofibrilar or nanogranular morphology of the PEDOT is achieved by carrying out the polymerization in the presence of a surfactant. A photoactive layer of poly(3-hexylthiophene)/[6,6]-phenyl-C-butyric acid methyl ester (P3HT/PCBM) can be deposited by spin-coating technique on top of the PEDOT layer. 1. An organic photovoltaic device (OPVd) produced using a PEDOT layer deposited electrochemically on an ITO electrode , comprising:a) a transparent conductive ITO layer on a substrate;b) a nanofibrilar or nanogranular layer of PEDOT deposited electrochemically on the ITO layer;{'sub': '61', 'c) a photoactive layer of poly(3-hexylthiophene)/[6,6]-phenyl-C-butyric acid methyl ester (P3HT/PCBM) deposited by spin-coating technique on top of the PEDOT layer; and'}d) an aluminum layer deposited on top of the photoactive layer.2. The organic photovoltaic device according to claim 1 , further comprising electrical contacts connected to the ITO layer and to the aluminum layer.3. The organic photovoltaic device according to claim 1 , wherein the substrate is a transparent glass or flexible polymer film.4. The organic photovoltaic device according to claim 1 , wherein the aluminum layer is deposited by thermal vacuum deposition claim 1 , e-beam deposition claim 1 , or sputtering method.5. The organic photovoltaic device according to claim 1 , wherein the ITO layer is a coated glass slide.6. The organic photovoltaic device according to claim 1 , wherein the device is produced by a method comprising the steps of:a) cleaning the ITO electrode consecutively with chloroform, isopropanol and deionized water ...

Portable Solar Collector

The disclosure relates to portable collector with solar panels where the collector may be reversibly rearranged to expose the solar panels to light. 1. A solar collector , comprising:a case;at least two solar panels;at least two support structures;at least one output portwherein said solar collector may be reversibly rearrangedto expose said at least two solar panels to light.2. The solar collector of wherein said solar collector has three solar panels.3. The solar collector of wherein said solar collector has three support structures.4. The solar collector of wherein said case is formed from a hard plastic.5. The solar collector of wherein said case is made of acrylonitrile styrene acrylate.6. The solar collector of wherein said solar collector is about 4 to about 15 pounds in weight.7. The solar collector of wherein said solar collector is about 10.5 to 12 pounds in weight.8. The solar collector of wherein said support structures position said solar panels to optimize exposure to light.9. The solar collector of wherein solar collector has an output rating of from about 10 W to about 80 W.10. The solar collector of wherein said solar panels are connected in parallel.11. The solar collector of wherein said solar panels are connected in series.12. The solar collector of wherein said solar panels are connected in both series or in parallel. In many situations, access to a power grid may not be possible. For example, a power grid may not be available in remote or isolated areas. In addition, there may be situations where access to a power grid is not desirable. For example, many individuals participate in recreational activities such as camping in isolated, unspoiled areas. However, a source of power may be desirable or required in these and other situations. For example, during camping, it may be necessary to recharge batteries that may be used to power lights or other gear. A source of power may be required in emergency situations in isolated areas. Further, it a ...

Flexible and conformal electronics using rigid substrates

A flexible electronics assembly includes a single-piece substrate having two regions of rigidity separated by a localized region of flexibility. The localized region of flexibility has a lower rigidity than the two regions of rigidity. The two regions of rigidity are angularly deflectable from a planar configuration of the single-piece substrate to a non-planar configuration of the single-piece substrate by hinging action of the localized region of flexibility. At least one electronic component is mounted on at least one of the two regions of rigidity.

PHOTOELECTRIC CONVERSION DEVICE

Provided is a photoelectric conversion device that enables simple and more reliable connection of a solar cell module to a main body capable of supplying electrical power to an external device. The photoelectric conversion device includes: a photoelectric conversion module group including a first connection means; and a main body part including a second connection means that is mechanically and electrically connectable to the first connection means. The first connection means includes a first connecting portion and a first connector. The second connection means includes a second connecting portion that slides against and engages with the first connecting portion and a second connector that connects to the first connector when the first connecting portion is at a specific position. One of the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion is a guide rail and the other is a guide that slides against and engages with the guide rail. 1. A photoelectric conversion device comprising:a photoelectric conversion module group including a first connection means; anda main body part including a second connection means that is mechanically and electrically connectable to the first connection means, whereinthe first connection means includes a first connecting portion and a first connector,the second connection means includes a second connecting portion that is configured to slide against and engage with the first connecting portion and a second connector that is configured to connect to the first connector in a state in which the first connecting portion is at a specific position, andone of the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion is a guide rail and the other of the first connecting portion and the second connecting portion is a guide that slides against and engages with the guide rail.2. The photoelectric conversion device according to claim 1 , whereinthe first connecting portion and the first connector are bound together as an integrated ...

FOLDABLE PHOTOVOLTAIC ASSEMBLY WITH NON-PERPENDICULAR INTERCONNECTION

Foldable photovoltaic assemblies and methods of manufacturing such assemblies, including a transparent top sheet having a fold line and a conductive interconnection pattern spanning the fold line. The conductive interconnection pattern includes inter-cell connections configured to interconnect individual photovoltaic cells to form photovoltaic submodules, and also inter-submodule connections configured to interconnect photovoltaic submodules to form an assembly of submodules, which in some cases may be a fully assembled photovoltaic module. The inter-submodule connections span the fold line and are oriented at non-perpendicular angles relative to the fold line. 1. An assembly of electrically interconnected photovoltaic submodules , comprising:a first photovoltaic submodule including a first plurality of electrically interconnected photovoltaic cells;a second photovoltaic submodule including a second plurality of electrically interconnected photovoltaic cells, wherein the second submodule is separated from the first submodule by a fold zone characterized by a fold line; anda plurality of conductors each extending through the fold zone at a non-perpendicular angle relative to the fold line, to electrically interconnect the first and second submodules.2. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein each non-perpendicular angle is between 15 and 45 degrees.3. The assembly of claim 1 , wherein the conductors are parallel in the fold zone so that each conductor extends through the fold zone at the same non-perpendicular angle.4. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the non-perpendicular angle is between 10 and 30 degrees.5. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the conductors each have a width claim 3 , and the conductors are separated from each other by a separation distance measured orthogonally to the width.6. The assembly of claim 5 , wherein the separation distance is approximately twice the width.7. The assembly of claim 3 , wherein the non-perpendicular angle is approximately 30 ...

Full-automatic car shade-shed

A full-automatic car shade-shed, including: a base, an electric control device, a shade-shed wrapping, a seat, a shade-shed leg and a linkage device. The linkage device is arranged in a middle of a space below the base. The linkage device includes a worm gearbox with coupled gears, a spur rack, a twin-linked upper slider, a symmetric lower slider mechanism, first and second brace rods symmetrically arranged and parallelly rotatable and inclinable and have foldable frames, first and second crossbars symmetrically arranged and a plurality of winding-unwinding devices. The base is connected to the twin-linked upper slider with two roll cylinders, the symmetric lower slider mechanism with two roll cylinders, the first and second brace rods and the first and second crossbars. The shade-shed can be remotely controlled by the electric control device. The ray-proof shade cloth simultaneously unfolds forward, backward and towards two sides in few seconds.

DYNAMIC BUILDING-INTEGRATED PHOTOVOLTAICS (DBIPV) USING SOLAR TREES AND SOLAR SAILS AND THE LIKE

A generator pack for attachment to a vehicle, the generator pack comprising a housing, one or more pack layers located within the housing, and one or more turbine generators located within the housing for generating electrical power. Each of the pack layers comprises one or more photovoltaic panels for generating electrical power from light. Each of the turbine generators comprises a shaft, a plurality of blades attached to the shaft, wherein rotation of the blades causes rotation of the shaft, and a generator attached to the shaft, wherein the generator is configured to generate electrical power from rotation of the shaft. Movement of the vehicle effects movement of air against the blades, and the movement of air against the blades effects rotation of the blades and the shaft. The generator pack is configured to transmit electrical power from the pack layers and the turbine generators to the vehicle. 1. A generator pack for attachment to a vehicle , the generator pack comprising:a housing;one or more pack layers located within the housing, each of the pack layers comprising one or more photovoltaic panels for generating electrical power from light, wherein the photovoltaic panels are configured to be in one of a folded or an unfolded configuration; and a shaft;', 'a plurality of blades attached to the shaft, wherein rotation of the blades causes rotation of the shaft; and', 'a generator attached to the shaft, wherein the generator is configured to generate electrical power from rotation of the shaft;, 'one or more turbine generators located within the housing for generating electrical power, each of the turbine generators comprisingwherein movement of the vehicle effects movement of air against the blades, the movement of air against the blades effecting rotation of the blades and the shaft; andwherein the generator pack is configured to transmit electrical power from the pack layers and the turbine generators to the vehicle.2. The generator pack of claim 1 , ...

MODULAR HARDENED SOLAR ELECTRONICS PLATFORM

A solar electronics platform includes a base, which comprises a plurality of base modules. The solar electronics platform also includes a body that is movably coupled to the base such that the body is pivotable, relative to the base, between a vertical orientation and a horizontal orientation, inclusive. The body includes a head portion, having one or more security modules, and a mast carrier, configured to raise and lower the head portion relative to the base when the body is in the vertical orientation. The solar electronics platform further comprises a solar panel system that is movably coupled to the base such that the solar panel system is pivotable, relative to the base, about at least one base axis of rotation. 1. A solar electronics platform , comprising:a base, comprising a plurality of base modules;a body, movably coupled to the base such that the body is pivotable, relative to the base, between a vertical orientation and a horizontal orientation, inclusive, and comprising a head portion, having one or more security modules, and a mast carrier, configured to raise and lower the head portion relative to the base when the body is in the vertical orientation; anda solar panel system, movably coupled to the base such that the solar panel system is pivotable, relative to the base, about at least one base axis of rotation.2. The solar electronics platform according to claim 1 , wherein the solar panel system is pivotable claim 1 , relative to the base claim 1 , about at least two base axes of rotation.3. The solar electronics platform according to claim 2 , wherein the at least two base axes of rotation are perpendicular relative to each other.4. The solar electronics platform according to claim 2 , wherein claim 2 , when the base is supported on a ground surface claim 2 , one of the at least two base axes of rotation is perpendicular to the ground surface and another one of the at least two base axes of rotation is parallel to the ground surface.5. The solar ...

Folding lightweight solar panel

A folding solar panel includes two solar modules, two support legs and a connection mechanism. Each support leg includes a main body pivotably secured to the solar module using the connection mechanism, a strap having a first end attached to the main body, and a length adjustment member moveably disposed on of the main body for adjusting length of the strap, thereby adjusting an angle of each of the solar modules with respect to the ground. 1. A folding solar panel , comprising two solar modules , two support legs , and a connection mechanism on backs of the solar modules , wherein each of the support legs include a main body formed of aluminum alloy and pivotably secured to the solar module by means of the connection mechanism , a strap having a first end attached to the main body , and a length adjustment member moveably disposed on the main body for adjusting length of the strap , thereby adjusting an angle of each of the solar modules with respect to the ground.2. The folding solar panel of claim 1 , wherein each of the solar modules include a plurality of clasps for mounting both the connection mechanism and the straps on the back of the solar module claim 1 , and wherein the solar module is inclined at an angle between 30 degrees and 60 degrees with respect to the ground.3. The folding solar panel of claim 1 , wherein the connection mechanism is mounted on backs of the solar modules by means of the clasps.4. The folding solar panel of claim 1 , wherein the support leg further comprises a plurality of rulers disposed on the strap claim 1 , each of the rulers having a plurality of angle marks claim 1 , and wherein a value of the ruler is obtained by calculating a distance of the length adjustment member moving on the main body and an inclined angle of the main body with respect to the solar module.5. The folding solar panel of claim 1 , wherein the two support legs are joined pivotably claim 1 , and wherein one of the solar modules further comprises a pocket ...

SOLAR CELL MODULE

A solar cell module that includes: a plurality of cylindrical solar cells; and a retaining member configured to retain each of the cylindrical solar cells and couple the cylindrical solar cells together. The retaining member separates the cylindrical solar cells away from each other, and allows any of the cylindrical solar cells to be displaced relative to adjacent one of the cylindrical solar cells. 1. A solar cell module , comprising:a plurality of cylindrical solar cells; anda retaining member configured to retain each of the cylindrical solar cells and couple the cylindrical solar cells together, the retaining member separating the cylindrical solar cells away from each other, and allowing any of the cylindrical solar cells to be displaced relative to adjacent one of the cylindrical solar cells.2. The solar cell module according to claim 1 , wherein the retaining member comprises a transmission path configured to send electricity generated by the cylindrical solar cells.3. The solar cell module according to claim 1 , wherein the retaining member attachably and detachably retains the cylindrical solar cells.4. The solar cell module according to claim 1 , wherein the retaining member displaces the cylindrical solar cells to allow the solar cell module to be rolled up as a whole and the cylindrical solar cells to be bundled.5. The solar cell module according to claim 4 , wherein the retaining member comprises a wire.6. The solar cell module according to claim 1 , whereinthe cylindrical solar cells form a plurality of cell units each including two of the cylindrical solar cells and a converter, the two cylindrical solar cells being connected in series, and the converter being configured to convert an output voltage derived from the two cylindrical solar cells, andthe retaining member retains the cell units and couples the cell units together.7. The solar cell module according to claim 1 , wherein each of the cylindrical solar cells comprises a dye-sensitized solar ...