Resumen de: US20260104335A1
An apparatus for testing solar panel modules that includes a support frame, a test bed fixedly connected to the support frame and configured to connect with a solar panel module, and a load testing device mounted to the support frame. The load testing device includes a positioning device mounted to the support frame, an actuator hingedly fastened to the positioning device, and an arm having a first end rigidly fastened to the actuator and a second end opposite the first end. The arm extends away from the actuator. A load cell is fastened to the second end of the arm, and a universal joint is fastened to the load cell. A plate is hingedly connected to the universal joint, and a suction cup is rigidly engaged with the plate. A pneumatic system connection is incorporated within the actuator, and a vacuum system connection is incorporated within the suction cup.
Resumen de: US20260106568A1
A click-on clamping mechanism is for attaching, without tools, a clamp+tower subassembly to a slider bar (which is attached to a roof substrate with lag screws). The clamp+tower sub-assembly can have a height-adjustable, rail-less solar panel mounting assembly attached to it for mounting one or more photovoltaic solar panels thereto. The height of the solar panel mounting assembly can be easily adjusted, either before or after mounting of the solar panels. The click-on clamp+tower sub-assembly is easily removable from the slider bar. A click-on L-foot mount for attaching solar mount rails is also described. The click-on structures can be spring-loaded.
Resumen de: AU2026202463A1
22561410_1 (GHMatters) P124631.AU.1 Abstract The present invention relates to a photovoltaic module (12), in which highly durable, integrally bonded sealing of the interior (18) of the tube (16) is ensured. The photo- voltaic module (12) is easy and cost-effective to produce and the efficiency of the photovoltaic module (12) in relation to the effective area for energy conversion is not compromised or is only negligibly compromised. The photovoltaic module (12) ac- cording to the invention is very low-maintenance and has a long service life. Further- more, the photovoltaic module (12) can be arranged with respect to a plurality of photovoltaic modules (12) arranged in parallel and can form a solar module formed for example from 20 photovoltaic modules (12). (Fig. 2) Abstract ar b s t r a c t a r 24a ( | 246 Fig 2 ar a r
Resumen de: WO2026077433A1
The present disclosure is applicable to the technical field of photovoltaics. Provided are an electrode structure, a cell and a module. The electrode structure comprises: a main grid closest to a first edge of a back-contact cell; pad points spaced apart from the main grid in a first direction; a first connection grid line which comes into electrical contact with the pad points and the main grid; and a second connection grid line having a first end which comes into electrical contact with the pad points and a second end extending in a second direction.
Resumen de: US20260106466A1
A system for utilizing renewable energy includes a rechargeable battery adapted to store energy, a solar panel device, and an inverter device. The solar panel device includes a solar panel adapted to receive sunlight and generate energy and a battery charger coupled to the solar panel. The battery charger is adapted to receive energy from the solar panel and store energy in the rechargeable battery. The inverter device includes a power outlet and is adapted to receive energy from the rechargeable battery and produce an electric current via the power outlet.
Resumen de: WO2026077051A1
The present invention relates to the technical field of photovoltaic panels. Disclosed are an enhanced flexible photovoltaic panel and a preparation method therefor, and a flexible lightweight photovoltaic module. The enhanced flexible photovoltaic panel comprises a moisture-proof protective layer, a composite fiber reinforced plate and an inner bonding material layer which are sequentially stacked and compounded from outside to inside. A moisture-proof protective coating comprises a silicone resin, an acrylic resin, a silicone-based water repellent, a filler, an antioxidant, a defoaming agent, a levelling agent, a curing agent and a catalyst which are mixed at a mass ratio of 40-75:30:4:8:0.5:0.3:0.3:10:0.5, wherein the molecular weight of the silicone resin is 1000-4000. By means of the optimization of the moisture-proof protective coating and the cooperation of all the layers, the enhanced flexible photovoltaic panel can effectively improve the comprehensive performance, reliability and stability of the flexible lightweight photovoltaic module, overcomes the defects of a traditional flexible module in the aspects of bending strength, hardness, high-temperature resistance, moisture resistance, etc., and prolongs the service life of the flexible lightweight photovoltaic module.
Resumen de: AU2024333581A1
Thermal energy management and cooling systems are provided. In various embodiments, passive systems are provided that do not require a flow of liquid or the provision of electrical energy to deliver the cooling effect. Panels and shade structures are disclosed that comprise various features including, for example, phase change materials that are operable to cool an area or volume beneath or proximal to the panel.
Resumen de: AU2024336951A1
The invention relates to a frame (100) for a photovoltaic laminate, comprising: a holding section (110), a securing section (120), and an intermediate section (130). The holding section (110) is designed to hold the photovoltaic laminate in a first direction (R1), and the securing section (120) is designed to secure the frame (100) on a substructure (30), wherein the securing section (120) extends in a second direction (R2) up to the securing section edge (122), the first direction (R1) and the second direction (R2) being opposite to each other. The intermediate section (130) connects a holding section (110) to the securing section (120), an the securing section (120) comprises at least one edge cut-out (125) which constitutes an opening of the edge (122) in order to receive a protrusion (35) in the substructure (30) and thus prevent the frame (100) from sliding on the substructure (30).
Resumen de: AU2024336355A1
The invention relates to a clamp (100) for fixing a photovoltaic module frame (20), PV module frame, to a substructure (30). The PV module frame (20) comprises a portion (25) that extends parallel to a light incident surface of an installed photovoltaic module, PV. A projection (27) extends within the portion (25). The clamp (100) comprises: a clamping element (110) having at least one notch (111, 112) for receiving the projection (27); and a clamping device (120) designed to exert a clamping force (F) on the frame (20) via the clamping element (110) when said frame is fixed to the substructure (30). The at least one notch (111, 112) is designed such that, when the PV module frame (20) is fixed between the clamping element (110) and the substructure (30), the clamping force (F) is exerted on the protruding portion (25) at at least two pressure points (P1, P2) that are situated on opposite sides of the projection (27).
Resumen de: WO2026079202A1
The present invention pertains to a solar power generation system (1) and a solar power generation system installation method characterized in that the solar power generation system (1) comprises: a first solar power generation system (10) that includes a first power conversion device (13) and a first solar cell string (12) provided with a plurality of first solar cell modules (11); and a second solar power generation system (20) that includes a second power conversion device (23) and a second solar cell string (22) provided with a plurality of second solar cell modules (21), wherein each of the second solar cell modules (21) is installed so as to generate power by only indirect light from sunlight.
Resumen de: US20260106570A1
The invention discloses a short rail photovoltaic (PV) panel mounting bracket and its installation method, designed for rooftop installation and fixing. It consists of a short rail and a base. The base includes a connecting part compatible with the short rail and fixing parts on both sides, each of which has multiple connection holes. The short rail has a mounting slot and a rectangular frame. The upper portion of the mounting slot is an open groove, which connects to an intermediate clamp used to mount the PV panel. The rectangular frame fits and locks with the connecting part, and there is a screw adjustment structure between the rectangular frame and the connecting part. The base's underside includes a layer of butyl adhesive and release paper. The screw adjustment structure consists of an upper nut, a bolt, and a lower nut, with threaded adjustment holes on the short rail and connecting part compatible with the bolt. Both the upper nut and the lower nut on the screw, as well as the bolt connection, contain fixed adhesive layers. This invention allows the PV panel mounting clamp to be fixed by connecting directly to the short rail, eliminating the need for long rail installation. This reduces costs, and the overall structure is simple and easy to install.
Resumen de: AU2024353397A1
A computing device includes a memory, a processor coupled to the memory, and programming in the memory. Execution of the programming by the processor configures the computing device to: accept as inputs a plurality of known configurations of at least one type of physically modular device that includes associated physical artifacts, train a machine learning model to learn types of configurations corresponding to the at least one type of physically modular device based on the inputted plurality of known configurations of the at least one type of physically modular device and the associated physical artifacts, and create at least one valid configuration of a physically modular device when fed a set of physical artifacts of the physically modular device based on the learned types of configurations of the machine learning model.
Resumen de: AU2026202390A1
A solar cell includes a solar cell body, a plurality of fingers, and a plurality of first interconnection structures. At least a part of regions of different first interconnection structures distributed at intervals along a second direction are collinear with a same connection line of a plurality of connection lines. A quantity of connection lines located on the same target surface is N1, a quantity of first interconnection structures intersecting with a target line segment located on the target surface is N2, and N2 < N1. The target line segment is a connection line segment between a midpoint of an edge that has a larger length in two edges of the target surface extending along a first direction and being arranged opposite to each other and a vertex- angle endpoint corresponding to an edge that has a smaller length in the two edges. ar a r
Resumen de: US20260106569A1
A system for supporting a roof, e.g. for a carport or canopy, said roof comprising one or more PV panels, the system comprising a vertical support frame, wherein the vertical support frame comprises one or more vertical supports, is configured to support the roof; a base frame, wherein the base frame is configured to support the vertical support frame, is configured to be arranged on a foundation-free ground surface, comprises a plurality of horizontal supports, wherein at least one of the horizontal supports is a multifunctional support which comprises concrete; is a structural component; and comprises an internal electricity channel for an electrical base cable configured to be electrically connected to the PV panel.
Resumen de: AU2025240269A1
A solar cell and a manufacturing method therefor. The solar cell comprises a silicon substrate (10); the silicon substrate (10) comprises a first surface (S1) and a second surface (S2) arranged opposite to each other; the first surface (S1) comprises first regions (S11) and second regions (S12) which are alternately distributed; a tunneling passivation structure is provided on each first region (S11); a passivation structure is provided on each second region (S12); a first electrode (41) electrically connected to the tunneling passivation structure is further provided on the first region (S11); and the width W of the first regions (S11) is greater than the width L of the first electrodes (41).
Resumen de: AU2024372721A1
A conductive multilayer stack or a conductive multilayer line useful as a metallization layer in photovoltaics as well as other devices; solar cells having a conductive multilayer stack or line; solar modules having such cells; and methods of forming a conductive multilayer stack or line. The conductive multilayer stack or line having a metal layer including copper (Cu) or coated aluminum; a silver contact layer; and a solderable layer between, and contacting, the metal layer and the silver contact layer.
Resumen de: WO2026077510A1
The invention relates to a lower subcell (11) for a tandem solar cell, having - a substrate (1) with a front side (12) and a reverse side (14), - a tunnel oxide layer (2) on the front side (12) of the substrate (1), - a compact poly-Si(n):O layer (7) on a side of the tunnel oxide layer (2) facing away from the substrate (1), and - a porous poly-Si(n):O layer (6) on a side of the compact poly-Si(n):O layer (7) facing away from the tunnel oxide layer (2). The invention further relates to a tandem solar cell having an upper subcell (10) and the lower subcell (11), and to a method of producing a solar cell.
Resumen de: US20260106572A1
Systems and methods for automatically or remotely rendering a solar array safe during an emergency or maintenance. A watchdog unit is disclosed for monitoring a signal from a central controller. If the signal is lost, interrupted, or becomes irregular, or if a shutdown signal is received, then the watchdog unit can shut down one or more solar modules. Shutting down a solar module can mean disconnecting it from a power bus of the solar array or lowering the solar module voltage to a safe level.
Resumen de: US20260103914A1
An electronic tombstone device is provided. The device is comprised of a multifunctional tombstone device designed to enhance personalization, interactivity, and durability for outdoor applications. The device comprises a body featuring an LED display with anti-glare, scratch-resistant, and oleophobic treatments to support media playback in diverse orientations. Integrated lighting provides aesthetic and functional illumination, including customizable modes such as motion-activated or candlelight effects. The device also incorporates weatherproof speakers for personalized audio playback and motion sensors for triggering interactive features like media displays and lighting. Media uploads are facilitated via a secure, weather-resistant QR code leading to a password-protected webpage. Power options include solar panels with energy storage or alternative wired solutions. Additional features include motion-activated animal deterrents, protected storage compartments for tributes, and integrated vases with drainage systems, ensuring functionality and respect for memorial environments.
Resumen de: DE102024129905A1
Die Erfindung betrifft ein Vorrichtung (10) zum Umwandeln von Solarenergie in elektrische Energie und Wärmeenergie, die Vorrichtung (10) umfassend: einen Grundkörper (12) mit einer zur Sonne ausrichtbaren Oberseite (14), einer zu einem Gebäude (16) ausrichtbaren Unterseite (18) und wenigstens eine zwischen der Oberseite (14) und der Unterseite (18) angeordnete Mantelseite (20); ein die Oberseite (14) bildendes Photovoltaikmodul (24) zum Umwandeln der Solarenergie in elektrische Energie; und ein Wärmetauscher (28) mit einem Fluidraum (44), welcher von einem Wärmefluid (46) durchströmbar ist, wobei der Fluidraum (44) an das Photovoltaikmodul (24) angrenzt.
Resumen de: US20260106571A1
A solar tracking system including a plurality of solar tracker rows arranged in parallel in a north-south direction wherein each solar tracker row may include a plurality of support piers, a torque tube extending along the row in the north-south direction rotatably supported on the plurality of support piers, a plurality of solar modules coupled to the torque tube, and a plurality of dampers. A first set of support piers of the plurality of support piers each include one or more dampers of the plurality of dampers, and the first set of piers forming a repeating pattern of support piers along the plurality of support piers in the solar tracker row.
Resumen de: WO2026080664A1
Large scale harvesting of renewable energy is proposed by using floating devices which use solar, wind, ocean current, and wave energy to produce compressed hydrogen by electrolysis of deep sea water. Natural ocean currents and winds are used to allow the devices to gather energy from over a large area with minimum transportation cost. The present approach uses a combination of well understood technologies in an optimized manner and at scale. Hydrogen produced in this manner would pave the way for carbon free energy economy.
Resumen de: US20260106465A1
A solar-powered table including a base unit and a top section detachably coupled or connected to the base unit. The top section includes one or more solar cell assemblies including one or more solar cells, the one or more solar cells to receive light from a solar light source and convert the light to electrical energy; one or more battery charge controllers coupled to the one or more solar cell assemblies and one or more rechargeable batteries to receive the electrical energy and to transfer the electrical energy to charge the one or more rechargeable batteries; and one or more processors or controllers.
Resumen de: US20260104446A1
A method for testing at least one bypass diode in a photovoltaic system including at least one photovoltaic module that is in operation, the photovoltaic module includes at least one string of photovoltaic cells that are connected to a bypass diode dedicated to this string, the method includes: shading a portion of the cells of the string so as to cause a switch to bypass mode through the diode, this switch causing an increase in the temperature of the diode if the diode is in an operational state; measuring at least one temperature of the diode; and comparing the measured temperature with a threshold in order to deduce a state of the diode.
Nº publicación: WO2026078407A1 16/04/2026
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Resumen de: WO2026078407A1
This mobile unit (10) for transporting and installing electric cables comprises: a chassis (12) delimiting a roof (14) on top of the mobile unit (10) and an opening (16) on each side of the mobile unit (10), the chassis (12) comprising at least one shaft (120) parallel to the driving direction of the mobile unit (10) and adapted to receive at least one cable drum (18) free to rotate about the shaft (120) for unwinding cable through the openings (16); an electric motor for driving the mobile unit (10); at least four wheels (22) or two tracks, two of the four wheels (22) or one of the two tracks being arranged on opposite sides of the mobile unit (10); and at least one photovoltaic panel (24) mounted on the roof (14) and supplying the electric motor with solar energy for driving.