Static structures (e.g. – buildings) – Combined – With a sunlight activated device
Reexamination Certificate
2011-03-08
2011-03-08
Chilcot, Jr., Richard E (Department: 3635)
Static structures (e.g., buildings)
Combined
With a sunlight activated device
C249S219100, C136S244000, C136S251000, C052S633000, C052S656100, C052S656200, C052S656500, C052S656900
Reexamination Certificate
active
07900407
ABSTRACT:
A frame assembly is provided for a solar module. The frame assembly includes a plurality of frame members that are structured to collectively support and hold a first solar panel. At least one of the plurality of frame members is structured to adjoin a frame member of a second solar module in forming a joining with the frame member of the second solar module over a length where the frame member of the first and second solar module adjoin.
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Chilcot, Jr. Richard E
Mahamedi Paradice Kreisman LLP
PVT Solar Inc.
Wendell Mark R
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