Clamps for solar system

A solar module comprising:

• a first laminate including a plurality of solar cells electrically interconnected and encapsulated within a weather-proof barrier;
• a frame defining an outer edge of the solar module, the frame including:
• an upper frame portion, a lower frame portion, and a central portion extending vertically between the upper frame portion and the lower frame portion;
• the upper frame portion including an inwardly extending frame channel and an outwardly extending upper frame lip including a downwardly extending projection;
• the lower frame portion including an outwardly extending lower frame lip including an upwardly extending projection and an inwardly extending horizontal flange;
• the inwardly extending horizontal flange and the inwardly extending frame channel both extending further inward than the central portion;
• and
• the inwardly extending horizontal flange being positioned directly below the inwardly extending frame channel.

A solar power system comprising:

• a solar module having a frame defining an outer edge of the solar module, the frame including:
• an upper frame portion, a lower frame portion, and a central portion extending vertically between the upper frame portion and the lower frame portion;
• the upper frame portion including an inwardly extending frame channel and an outwardly extending upper frame lip;
• the lower frame portion including an outwardly extending lower frame lip and an inwardly extending horizontal flange disposed on the mounting surface;
• the inwardly extending horizontal flange and the inwardly extending frame channel both extending further inward than the central portion;
• and
• the inwardly extending horizontal flange being positioned directly below the inwardly extending frame channel;
• and
• a clamp assembly coupling the solar module to a mounting surface, the clamp assembly comprising:
• an upper clamp member comprising a first arm extending perpendicular to central portion of the frame,
• a lower clamp member coupled to the mounting surface;
• and
• a stabilization member applying a force to the first arm of the upper clamp member so as to engage the lower frame lip of the module frame, thereby securing the first solar module to the mounting surface.