Mounting system for a solar panel

Details Mounting system for a solar panel Mounting system for a solar panel

2006-12-28

2010-11-16

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

Static structures (e.g., buildings)

Combined

With a sunlight activated device

C052S586200, C052S582100, C136S244000, C136S251000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07832157

ABSTRACT:
An integrated module frame and racking system for a solar panel is disclosed. The solar panel comprises a plurality of solar modules and a plurality of splices for coupling the plurality of solar modules together. The plurality of splices provide a way to make the connected modules mechanically rigid both during transport to the roof and after mounting for the lifetime of the system, provide wiring connections between modules, provide an electrical grounding path for the modules, provide a way to add modules to the panel, and provide a way to remove or change a defective module. Connector sockets are provided on the sides of the modules to simplify the electrical assembly of modules when the modules are connected together with splices.

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