Modular canopy system

Abstract

A modular canopy system rests upon a solid surface of the earth. The modular canopy system includes a supporting structure including a plurality of pillars disposed on edges of the solid surface of the earth. The modular canopy system further includes a plurality of modules resting upon the supporting structure. Each of the plurality of modules includes: (i) a hollow frame; (ii) a first translucent plastic layer for shielding the solid surface of the earth from heat and allowing sunlight to enter through; (iii) a second translucent plastic layer for shielding the solid surface of the earth from heat and allowing sunlight to enter through; and (iv) a photovoltaic layer including a plurality of photovoltaic panels for receiving solar radiation and converting the solar radiation to electricity. The modular canopy system further includes a rainwater collection and harvesting module for receiving and collecting rainwater.

Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.