Compact micro-concentrator for photovoltaic cells

Details Compact micro-concentrator for photovoltaic cells Compact micro-concentrator for photovoltaic cells

2007-11-20

2007-11-20

Noguerola, Alex (Department: 1753)

Batteries: thermoelectric and photoelectric

Photoelectric

Panel or array

C052S173300

Reexamination Certificate

active

10632625

ABSTRACT:
A reflector array comprises a plurality of partial parabolic reflectors arranged in rows and columns with each reflector directing radiation to a receiver or from a transmitter located at the focus of the reflector. In a compact photovoltaic cell arrangement, each cell is shielded from direct radiation by the adjacent reflector. The reflectors can be formed as one unit with reflective material or with the reflecting surfaces coated with aluminum, silver, or other suitable reflecting material. A secondary reflector can be positioned at the focus of a reflector for directing radiation to a receiver or from a transmitter located at a more accessible location in the array.

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