Low profile mounting system

Details Low profile mounting system Low profile mounting system

2004-02-21

2009-10-13

Chilcot, Jr., Richard E. (Department: 3635)

Static structures (e.g., buildings)

Combined

With a sunlight activated device

C136S244000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07600349

ABSTRACT:
The specification and drawing figures describe and show a low profile mounting system that includes a at least one rail. A plurality of tracks is formed in the rail with opposing jaws. The opposing jaws define a slot. The opposing jaws are disposed in the rail asymmetrically to the longitudinal axis of the rail. At least one ledge monolithically extends from the rail for holding an object such as a solar panel. A coupler is provided for demountably connecting a solar panel to the rail. A cleat also is provided for attaching the system to a surface. A connector connects the rail to the cleat. This abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an abstract that will allow a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain the subject matter of the technical disclosure, but this abstract is not to be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of any claim.

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