Array of solar cells having an optically self-aligning, output-i

Details Array of solar cells having an optically self-aligning, output-i Array of solar cells having an optically self-aligning, output-i

1993-05-11

1995-05-30

Weisstuch, Aaron

Batteries: thermoelectric and photoelectric

Photoelectric

Panel or array

136250, 136251, 437 2, 437211, 437219, 427 74, H01L 31042, H01L 31048, H01L 31052, H01L 3118

Patent

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054197821

ABSTRACT:
A cover (14) for an array (12) of foil matrix-mounted (18), spaced photovoltaic members (16) protects the array (12) from the environment and increases its efficiency. Upper portions (31) of the members (16) extend above the free reflective surface (20T) of the foil matrix (18). The cover (14)includes an environment-excluding coating (60) which is emplaced on the array (12) to conform to the upper portions (31). The coating is configured as cusps (68) which overlie the free surface (20T) of the matrix (18) centrally between adjacent members (16). The nadirs (72) of the cusps (68) are closely spaced from the free surface (20T). Accordingly, each member (16) effectively supports a conformal lens (70) which directs thereat much of the otherwise "wasted" light that would fall on the free foil surface (20T) between adjacent members (16) and would not fall on the members (16).

REFERENCES:
patent: 2904612 (1959-09-01), Regnier
patent: 3025335 (1962-03-01), Ralph
patent: 3971672 (1976-07-01), Lampkin
patent: 4116718 (1978-09-01), Yerkes et al.

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