Systems and methods of installing photovoltaic modules
AssigneeNicholas Carter
InventorNicholas Carter
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Abstract
Systems and methods for the automated installation of solar (photovoltaic or PV) modules is disclosed. Embodiments comprise a conveyor system configured to support and deliver a plurality of photovoltaic modules, and a clampless mounting framework comprising an upper rail and a lower rail, the upper and lower rails configured and spaced apart to receive and secure a photovoltaic module. The mounting framework does not require clamps, so once the modules are delivered into place, physical installation is complete.
Claims20
A system for automated installation of photovoltaic modules, comprising:
- a conveyor system configured to support and deliver a plurality of photovoltaic modules;
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- a clampless mounting framework comprising an upper rail and a lower rail, the upper and lower rails configured and spaced apart to receive and secure a photovoltaic module.
A method of installing photovoltaic modules, comprising:
- placing one or more photovoltaic modules on a conveyor system;
- providing a clampless mounting framework having an upper rail and a lower rail such that the photovoltaic modules exit the conveyor system and slide into a channel defined by the upper and lower rails.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.