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ACTIVE COMPONENT INDICATORS FOR PHOTOVOLTAIC SYSTEMS

Resumen de: US2025239969A1

A system includes a plurality of photovoltaic modules installed and arranged in an array on a roof deck. Each of the photovoltaic modules includes a wire cover bracket configured to receive at least one electrical component. A rapid shutdown device is electrically connected to the at least one electrical component. The rapid shutdown device is configured to reduce an electrical voltage of the system to a predetermined voltage level. At least one visible indicator is electrically connected to the plurality of photovoltaic modules. The at least one visible indicator is activated when the electrical voltage of the system is less than or equal to the predetermined voltage level.

SOLAR MODULE FRAME WITH RAIL FLANGE

Resumen de: US2025239966A1

A solar module frame is configured to bound a plurality of photovoltaic cells. This solar module frame includes a first sidewall at a first side of the frame and a second sidewall at a second side of the frame. Extending out from the first sidewall is a first outward facing lower flange that includes at least one fastening aperture, and extending out from the first sidewall is a first inward facing upper flange that defines a first side photovoltaic cell receptacle. Extending out from the second sidewall is a second outward facing lower flange that includes at least one fastening aperture, and extending out from the second sidewall is a second inward facing upper flange that defines a second side photovoltaic cell receptacle.

SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR SOLAR TRACKERS WITH THERMAL EXPANSION MITIGATION

Resumen de: US2025239963A1

A support structure for solar trackers with thermal expansion mitigation includes a frame rotatably coupled to one or more ground piles. The support structure further includes a pivot bracket rotatably coupled to a portion of the frame with the pivot bracket including a pivot pin to which torque tube clamps are rotatably coupled. The torque tube clamps are affixed to a torque tube and solar modules are affixed to the torque tube via one or more mounting brackets. Thermal expansion/contraction of the torque tube is translated into rotational movement of the frame relative to the one or more ground piles via the rotatable couplings including the pivot bracket. The rotational movement of the frame relative to the one or more ground piles enables the torque tube to expand/contract while mitigating mechanical stress of the support structure.

TERRAIN FOLLOWING SOLAR TRACKER

Resumen de: US2025239964A1

A solar tracker, solar array, and method of designing a solar tracker or array including a plurality of piers, a torque tube supported by the piers, each pier having a common reveal from the earth and the torque tube has a relative angle from a first pier to a second pier of between 0.25 and about 0.75 degrees.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR SOLAR POWER PLANT ASSEMBLY

Resumen de: US2025239965A1

In an aspect, the present disclosure describes a method comprising using at least one robot to fully autonomously position and assemble at least one solar module and its supporting structure at a sensed geolocation without aid from a user.

PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE WITH INTEGRATED WIREWAY

Resumen de: WO2025155693A1

A system includes a first photovoltaic module and a second photovoltaic module installed and arranged in an array on the roof deck. Each of the photovoltaic modules includes a first end, a second end opposite the first end, and a first location between the first end and the second end, a first plurality of solar cells, a second plurality of solar cells, an encapsulant layer encapsulating the first and second plurality of solar cells, a frontsheet, and a backsheet. The photovoltaic modules include a first portion and a second portion. The first portion extends between the first end and the first location, and the second portion extends between the first location and the second end. The second portion includes a wireway. The first plurality of solar cells is positioned within the first portion, and the second plurality of solar cells is positioned within the second portion.

VACUUM PACKAGING FOR PHOTONIC CRYSTALS AND METHODS THEREOF

Resumen de: WO2025155319A2

The present disclosure is generally related to photonic crystals, for example, for thermophotovoltaic power generation or other applications. Some aspects are directed to articles having multiple substrates that are used to contain vacuum or interior regions, for example, containing a photonic crystal. These articles may be heated in some embodiments by substantial amounts, without allowing leaks to occur into such regions. For instance, in some cases, the substrates may have similar coefficients of thermal expansion, which may expand in a substantially uniform manner to maintain physical contact without leaking. In some cases, a substrate may comprise sapphire and/or another IR-transparent material, e.g., to transmit emissions from the photonic crystal. In some cases, a substrate may comprise niobium and/or another metal, which may exhibit similar thermal expansion as sapphire. Other aspects are generally directed to methods of making or using the articles, kits including such articles, or the like.

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR AUTOMATICALLY MAPPING INVERTER OF PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE

Resumen de: WO2025154885A1

A method for automatically mapping an inverter of a photovoltaic module, according to one aspect, may comprise the steps of: receiving an identification information list of micro inverters corresponding to a respective plurality of provided photovoltaic modules; receiving a first image including a plurality of first codes from a user; recognizing the first codes so as to obtain position information and identification information of micro inverters corresponding to the first codes; generating a first layout diagram of the micro inverters on the basis of the obtained position information and identification information; comparing the number of pieces of identification information of the micro inverters in the identification information list to the number of pieces of identification information corresponding to the recognized plurality of first codes so that, if there is no match, an alarm is sent and information of a position on the first layout diagram of a micro inverter corresponding to an unrecognized first code is recommended; and modifying the first layout diagram on the basis of the recommended position information.

MICROINVERTER

Resumen de: WO2025154894A1

The present invention relates to a microinverter which comprises: a case having an inner space; a circuit board disposed inside the case; a first connector supported by the case and directly connected to one side of the circuit board; and a second connector supported by the case and directly connected to another side of the circuit board.

PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER GENERATION SYSTEM

Resumen de: WO2025154614A1

Provided is a photovoltaic power generation system that allows easy terminal box maintenance. A photovoltaic power generation system (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a solar cell module (10) having a photovoltaic power generation cell (15); and a terminal box (30) connected to the photovoltaic power generation cell (15) via wiring (21). The terminal box (30) is provided at a position spaced apart from the solar cell module (10).

THREE-DIMENSIONAL SOLAR POWER GENERATION SYSTEM FOR SMART FARMS

Resumen de: US2025239968A1

The existing solar power generation panel installed on the roof of a smart farm has problems that an amount of light transmitted into the greenhouse is significantly reduced and the transmitted light is also not uniform, and thus an area where the solar power generation panels are installed is shaded and a shadow occurs. For these reasons, an installation distribution rate of solar power generation panels installed on the roofs of smart farms is very low. A solar power generation system for smart farms includes a three-dimensional (3D) optical filter window with a function of selectively transmitting light of wavelengths applicable to smart farms, and a solar power generation module provided to protrude above an optical filter of the optical filter window to increase solar power use efficiency. Since shading occurs when a solar power generation panel is used in a smart farm to affect cultivation, there is a problem in that the solar power generation panel cannot be used on the roof of a smart farm. However, according to the above-described configuration of the present invention, the optical filter window equipped with a dichroic light filter is used to solve this problem so that there is an effect of operating a smart farm more economically.

DIRECT CURRENT CONVERSION CIRCUIT AND PHOTOVOLTAIC INVERTER

Resumen de: US2025239932A1

This application provides a direct current conversion circuit and a photovoltaic inverter. The direct current conversion circuit includes an RC circuit, and a first direct current conversion unit and a second direct current conversion unit that are mutually connected in parallel. The RC circuit includes a resistor and a capacitor that are connected in series. Two ends of the RC circuit are respectively connected to one end of a first switching transistor in the first direct current conversion unit and one end of a second switching transistor in the second direct current conversion unit. When a state of the first switching transistor or the second switching transistor is switched, the other switching transistor remains in an on or off state.

Portable Tent Device with Electrical Power Supply

Resumen de: US2025239961A1

A portable tent device with electrical power supply is provided. The device is comprised of a frame including at least one vertical frame member and one horizontal frame member. The vertical frame member may include a foot that can be repositioned or adjusted in angle and features an opening for securing the device with a fastener like a ground stake. Additionally, the device incorporates a roof comprised of at least one solar panel that powers an integrated battery. This battery supplies energy to a power outlet that may be positioned on the vertical frame member, to enable the connection and operation of various electrical devices. The device may also include a side wall, connectable to the frame via various fasteners, that is also equipped with additional solar panels that contribute to the power supply, enhancing the device's functionality in providing shade and weather protection.

SUPPORT STRUCTURE FOR AT LEAST ONE SOLAR PANEL

Resumen de: US2025239962A1

A support structure for at least one solar panel, comprising at least one support post provided with a fastener associated with anchor piles to be driven into soil, wherein the support post extends beyond the fastener, opposite to the at least one solar panel, in order to be driven into the soil. The fastener may comprise a fitting added onto the support post. The fastener may comprise two half-fittings. The two half-fittings may be assembled to each other by one or more of the anchor piles. The support post may extend beyond the fastener, opposite to the at least one solar panel, by at least 50 cm.

CURVED SOLAR PANEL, PHOTOVOLTAIC ARRAY AND SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM

Resumen de: WO2025152736A1

Disclosed are a curved solar panel (11), a photovoltaic array (10) and a solar energy system (100a, 100b). The curved solar panel (11) comprises, successively connected in a first direction, crest parts (11p) and trough parts (11r). The curved solar panel (11) further comprises: a power generation region (11e) provided with a power generation layer (113); and a first non-power generation region (11a) and a second non-power generation region (11b), which are respectively located on two opposite sides of the power generation region (11e) in the first direction, the upper part of the first non-power generation region (11a) being used for connecting to a second non-power generation region (11b) of an adjacent curved surface solar panel (11). The width of the first non-power generation region (11a) in the first direction is defined as X1, the width of the second non-power generation region (11b) in the first direction is defined as X2, and the thickness of the curved solar panel (11) is defined as W, X1, X2 and W satisfying: X1≥X2+W.

FRAME STRUCTURE

Resumen de: WO2025152683A1

A frame structure, belonging to the technical field of solar photovoltaics. The frame structure comprises frames, wherein each frame comprises a cavity; and each frame is provided with a boss portion, the boss portion comprising an inner recessed surface recessed outside the cavity and an outer protruding surface protruding inside the cavity, and the boss portion being provided with a removal hole running through the inner recessed surface and the outer protruding surface, the removal hole being configured to allow a removal tool to penetrate into the cavity. According to the frame structure provided in the present invention, by means of a removal tool penetrating into the cavity, the outer protruding surface can be deformed by pressing same towards the inner recessed surface through the removal tool, thereby flattening the boss portion; that is, the limit of the boss portion is disabled, thereby facilitating detachment, without causing damage, achieving reutilization and saving resources.

PHOTOVOLTAIC POWER GENERATION SYSTEM

Resumen de: WO2025152725A1

A photovoltaic power generation system (10), comprising at least one photovoltaic power generation module (1010). The photovoltaic power generation module comprises at least two photovoltaic modules (11) and an adapter cable (1011). Each photovoltaic module comprises a connecting cable (1035b); the input end of the connecting cable is connected to a positive electrode (1033a) and a negative electrode (1033b) of the corresponding photovoltaic module, two male connectors or two female connectors are arranged at the output end of the connecting cable, and the two male connectors or the two female connectors are respectively a positive electrode and a negative electrode of the output end of the connecting cable; the connecting cables of the at least two photovoltaic modules are connected to a direct-current bus by means of the adapter cable. The adapter cable comprises at least two sub-connecting ends (1011b) adapted to be correspondingly connected to the output ends of the connecting cables.

CURVED PHOTOVOLTAIC TILE

Resumen de: WO2025152797A1

A curved photovoltaic tile (110) is disclosed. The curved photovoltaic tile (110) comprises: a light-transmitting panel (1101); a photovoltaic cell layer (1104), which is located on one side of the light-transmitting panel (1101); an insulating layer (1106), which is located on the side of the photovoltaic cell layer (1104) away from the light-transmitting panel (1101); and a metal back plate (1108), which is arranged on the side of the insulating layer (1106) away from the photovoltaic cell layer (1104).

COMBINED ROOF-BASED ENERGY GENERATION SYSTEM

Resumen de: US2025239960A1

A roof-based system for electric vehicles can be equipped with an array of wind turbines and expandable solar panels that are designed to generate electricity for the operation of electric vehicle. The wind turbines can harness the power of the wind while the vehicle is driving, and the solar panels can be fully extended when the vehicle is parked, maximizing the conversion of solar energy into electrical power. The generated energy can then be stored in the vehicle's batteries, serving a dual purpose: it can either propel the electric vehicle or supply power for daily energy needs. This innovative roofing system represents a sustainable and eco-friendly solution that not only promotes renewable energy usage but also enhances the overall efficiency and eco-friendliness of electric vehicles.

BACK-UP GENERATOR AND ASSOCIATED ELECTRIC POWER SYSTEMS

Resumen de: US2025239885A1

An electric power system is disclosed herein. The electric power system may manage and store electric power and provide uninterrupted electric power, derived from a plurality of electric power sources, to an electric load. The electric power system may contain an energy storage unit and generator assembly. The electric power system may connect to a power grid and renewable energy sources, and may charge the energy storage unit using the power grid, renewable energy sources, and/or generator assembly. The electric power system may be configured to determine load power usage and environmental factors to automatically and continuously modify a charging protocol to, for example, provide high efficiency and/or self-sufficiency from the power grid. The electric power system may operate entirely off-grid and may provide electricity to the load without interruption to power.

Grid-Forming Control Method with Full-State Virtual Oscillator for Photovoltaic and Energy Storage SYSTEM, and Device

Resumen de: US2025239854A1

A grid-forming control method with full-state virtual oscillator for photovoltaic and energy storage system includes: establishing a control model of the full-state virtual oscillator, where the control model of the full-state virtual oscillator includes a frequency and a voltage amplitude; establishing a constraint control model of a current inner loop; and according to the control model of the full-state virtual oscillator and the constraint control model of the current inner loop, adjusting control parameters of the full-state virtual oscillator, where the control parameters are used to control the stable operation of grid-forming photovoltaic and energy storage systems.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR POWER RESILIENCY

Resumen de: US2025239850A1

The present disclosure relates to systems, methods, software, hardware, and techniques for improving power resiliency of small compounds with an emphasis on wireless cell towers and data centers. The power resiliency measures relate to software solutions for power resilience, and hardware/software solutions for crisis mitigation.

RAIL SPLICE WITH INTERFERENCE FEATURES

Resumen de: US2025239787A1

A u-shaped splice that is used to connect two solar mounting rails, includes barbs that interact with the rails, requiring more force to remove the splice from the rails than the force required to insert the splice into the rails. Wedges, located at a mid-point between ends of the splice interact with the rails, creating an interference fit between the splice and the rails.

FLOATING SOLAR ENERGY PRODUCTION DEVICE

Resumen de: AU2023397954A1

Floating device for solar energy production comprising a plurality of connected solar panels (31) arranged at the surface of a polyhedron structure (11) with a top end (12) and a bottom end (13) defined by a frame structure av pipe elements (14) connected to one another at nodes (15) to form polygonal areas (16) constituing the areas at the suraface of the polyhedron structure (11) in which the solar panels (31) are mounted. Within the interior of said polyhedron structure(11), a central buoyancy body (20) is arranged in a manner allowing vertical displacement thereof.

PACKAGING LAYER STRUCTURE OF PEROVSKITE SOLAR CELL MODULE AND PACKAGING METHOD THEREOF

Nº publicación: WO2025152619A1 24/07/2025

Solicitante:

XIAN TJ SOLAR NEW ENERGY CO LTD [CN]
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Resumen de: WO2025152619A1

The present invention relates to the technical field of solar cell packaging, and in particular, to a packaging layer structure of a perovskite solar cell module and a packaging method therefor. The packaging layer structure is obtained by means of a vapor deposition method, has a simple process flow, is easy to manufacture, and reduces the production costs. The uppermost second inorganic layer of a perovskite solar cell module achieves the effect of blocking oxygen, and a protection layer between the second inorganic layer and a metal electrode layer achieves the effect of protecting the structure and efficiency of a device. A first inorganic layer is provided between an electron transport layer and the metal electrode layer, so as to inhibit the increase in the defect state density and non-radiative recombination caused by internal ion migration, thereby increasing an open-circuit voltage, and thus playing a positive role in improving the energy conversion efficiency of the perovskite solar cell module, and also blocking water. In addition, for a perovskite cell module packaged using the packaging method provided in the present invention, the stability of water and oxygen is greatly improved, and the working stability of the perovskite cell module is also improved.