Absstract of: US2025286506A1
In general, this disclosure describes a system and method that includes a set of photovoltaic panels that includes two or more photovoltaic panels electrically coupled together. Each photovoltaic panel has a physical connection with at least one other photovoltaic panel in the set of photovoltaic panels and each photovoltaic panel in the set of photovoltaic panels has a mechanical interface configured to interface with a mounting structure. The system further includes a dispenser that comprises a guide configured to align the physical connection of one or more of the photovoltaic panels in the set of photovoltaic panels with receiving hardware of the mounting structure. The dispenser is configured to house the set of photovoltaic panels and sequentially dispense each photovoltaic panel onto the mounting structure as the dispenser moves along a length of the mounting structure.
Absstract of: US2025286505A1
The invention relates to a deformable vertical photovoltaic system (100) comprising at least one photovoltaic cell (105) and a post (110) having an axis (A), which deformable vertical photovoltaic system also comprises at least:a first attachment means (115), referred to as the “lower attachment means”, for attaching a lower portion of a module to a post; anda second attachment means (120), referred to as the “upper attachment means”, for attaching an upper portion of a module to a post,each means being at least free to move in translation along the axis of the post and/or at least free to rotate on an axis (B, C) perpendicular to the axis of the post, at least one attachment means from between the lower attachment means and the upper attachment means being at least free to move in translation along the axis of the post and the other attachment means being at least free to rotate on the axis perpendicular to the axis of the post.
Absstract of: US2025286382A1
The present disclosure relates to a power-taking circuit suitable for use in conjunction with a bypass circuit of a photovoltaic component, a parallel-type photovoltaic component control device, and a photovoltaic string power distribution system. In embodiments of the present disclosure, the power-taking circuit includes a pump-type voltage clamped circuit configured to release and output energy to generate a first internal voltage in a case that the bypass circuit is turned on, and generate the first internal voltage according to an output voltage of the photovoltaic component and store the energy in a case that the bypass circuit is turned off; and a comparison circuit configured to generate a first control signal according to the first internal voltage so that the bypass circuit is controlled to be turned off or turned on according to the first control signal.
Absstract of: US2025286401A1
A head-mounted wearable device (HMWD), such as a set of augmented reality (AR) and/or virtual reality (VR) smart glasses may include a solar charging system. The solar charging system has one or more solar panels that may be implemented within the left and right temple regions of the set of AR glasses. Additionally, a supplementary solar panel may be integrated into a variable dimmer apparatus, enabling power generation in outdoor environments with ample sunlight, while concurrently modulating the incoming light to enhance user eye comfort. The solar charging system may include a super capacitor to facilitate operation under low-light conditions. This entails the collection of light energy during weak illumination and accumulating power in the capacitor before subsequent discharge to charge the battery. Moreover, the solar charging system is equipped with one or more light intensity sensors, allowing for real-time detection and responsive adjustments.
Absstract of: US2025286383A1
The present disclosure provides an electrical system that includes an energy control system, a photovoltaic (PV) power generation system electrically coupled to the energy control system, an energy storage system electrically coupled to the energy control system, and a smart load panel electrically coupled to the energy control system and to a plurality of backup loads. The energy control system operates in an on-grid mode electrically connecting the PV power generation system to a utility grid and a backup mode electrically disconnecting the PV power generation system from the utility grid. The smart load panel selectively disconnects one or more of the plurality of backup loads from the energy control system when the energy control system is in the on-grid mode and when the energy control system is in the backup mode.
Absstract of: US2025287825A1
Disclosed are a method for synthesizing a perovskite precursor solution of a formamidine-based ionic liquid, a cell device, and a solar cell. The method includes: adding an organic sodium salt and formamidine hydrochloride to ethanol, respectively, stirring to obtain a formamidine hydrochloride solution and a sodium alkyl carboxylate solution; dropwise adding the formamidine hydrochloride solution to the sodium alkyl carboxylate solution, stirring the mixed solution; filtering the reacted mixed solution and extracting a filtrate, performing rotary evaporation to remove ethanol, and performing oscillating washing; performing secondary filtration, extracting a filtrate, and performing rotary evaporation to remove the organic solvent, to obtain an organic acid formamidine ionic liquid; and dissolving lead iodide and formamidine hydriodide into the organic acid formamidine ionic liquid for reaction to obtain the perovskite precursor solution of the formamidine-based ionic liquid. The method solves the problem of poor phase stability of FAPbI3 perovskite in humidity environments.
Absstract of: US2025287803A1
A display device includes a substrate having a first area, a second area, and a bending area disposed between the first area and the second area. An inner wiring is disposed in the first area. An outer wiring is disposed in the second area. An interlayer insulating layer covers the inner wiring and the outer wiring, and includes a first contact hole. A conductive layer is disposed on the interlayer insulating layer, and is connected to the inner wiring or the outer wiring through the first contact hole. An inorganic protective layer covers at least a portion of the conductive layer and includes an inorganic insulating material.
Absstract of: US2025286500A1
A mounting rail may be configured to couple to a first photovoltaic (PV) module and a second PV module. The mounting rail may include a hooked mechanism and an attachment feature. The hooked mechanism may at least partially define an aperture configured to receive a portion of a first module frame associated with the first PV module. The hooked mechanism may also physically engage with a surface of the first module frame to couple the first module frame to the mounting rail and to prevent the first module frame from unintentionally uncoupling from the mounting rail. The attachment feature may interface with a second module frame associated with the second PV module to couple the second module frame to the mounting rail.
Absstract of: US2025286499A1
A fastening tool to mount a plate-shaped photovoltaic module to a mounting target object, includes: a support member arranged on the mounting target object and including a pair of vertical wall portions and a pair of mounting portions formed at upper ends of the vertical wall portions and mounting the photovoltaic module thereon; a pressing member arranged between the pair of vertical wall portions and including a base portion fastened to the mounting target object by a fastening member via the support member, and a regulating portion provided at the base portion and regulating movement of the photovoltaic module in a direction away from the mounting target object; and a pair of claws deforming by an external force and formed at the vertical wall portions, tilted with respect to the vertical wall portions, and having a distance between tips smaller than a width of the base portion.
Absstract of: US2025286497A1
A ceramic film for a TPV power generation device, the ceramic film having a sufficiently high strength thus making it possible to obtain a desirable radiation spectrum, is provided. A ceramic film (20) according to an example embodiment is a ceramic film that is formed on a base material and has pores, and includes a plurality of high-density regions (1) having a density higher than an average density of the entire ceramic film and a plurality of low-density regions (2) having a density lower than the average density of the entire ceramic film. Further, the high-density regions (1) and the low-density regions (2) are stacked in layers. The ceramic film is composed of an oxide ceramic containing a rare-earth element.
Absstract of: US2025286501A1
The invention relates to a method for determining an orientation of a photovoltaic panel to reduce the damage caused by a hail event, the method being computer-implemented and comprising the following phases receiving input data relative to characteristics of a hail event, the input data comprising at least the mass of a hailstone and a hailstone velocity vector, and determining an orientation of the photovoltaic panel as a function of the input data, in order to protect elements underneath the photovoltaic panel while preventing damages to occur on the photovoltaic panel, the determined orientation corresponding to an intermediate orientation of the photovoltaic panel between a plurality of possible intermediate orientations.
Absstract of: US2025286502A1
The present disclosure describes systems and methods for autonomous and rapid post installation and post-solar module assembly. In an aspect, the present disclosure provides a solar module array comprising: a plurality of solar modules; and a plurality of posts configured to support the plurality of solar modules, wherein at least one solar module of the plurality of solar modules is configured to be supported by two or more posts at a plurality of non-corner positions along a first longitudinal side of the at least one solar module.
Absstract of: US2025286498A1
A rail-less roof mounting apparatus comprising a clamp assembly including a first clamp portion configured to clamp against a solar panel module and a second clamp portion configured to engage the first clamp portion. The second clamp portion including a fastener section configured to receive a fastener, a clamp support ledge extending in a first direction, and having a first surface configured to engage with the solar panel module. The clamp support ledge having a soft-clamping arm attached to a second surface of the clamp support ledge, and a protrusion having a surface configured to engage with a bottom surface of a second solar panel module. The protrusion extending from the fastener section in a second direction opposite the first direction and a base that is rotatable with respect to the clamp assembly, wherein the fastener extends through the clamp assembly and the base, the fastener engaging a nut therein.
Absstract of: US2025286375A1
A backup power device includes a power board and a regulation board. The regulation board is perpendicularly disposed on a surface of the power board. The power board includes a conductive wire and a switching component. The regulation board includes a semi-closed Rogowski coil and a regulation circuit. The semi-closed Rogowski coil crosses the conductive wire, and is configured to: induce a current in the conductive wire and generate an induction signal. The regulation circuit is configured to performing operation processing on the induction signal for output. The power board assembly further includes a controller, where the controller is connected to the regulation circuit and the switching component, and is configured to control on or off of the switching component based on an output signal of the regulation circuit.
Absstract of: AU2025220792A1
This invention relates in general to a device for controlling at least one of a plurality of electrical loads, said plurality of electrical loads being supplied by at least one renewable energy generator and/or an electrical mains supply, wherein the at least one renewable energy generator derives energy from a renewable energy source. The device comprising an energy sensor for measuring an energy parameter, wherein the energy parameter equates to a value representative of the amount of renewable energy output by the energy sensor, the energy parameter of the energy sensor being directly proportional to the output of the at least one renewable energy generator; a controller means for determining the amount of electrical loads that can be connected or disconnected on the basis of the measured energy parameter; a switching device for connecting and disconnecting the at least one electrical load based on an output of the controller means; and wherein as the energy parameter varies the output of the controller means varies to connect and disconnect electrical loads. This invention relates in general to a device for controlling at least one of a plurality of electrical loads, said plurality of electrical loads being supplied by at least one renewable energy generator and/or an electrical mains supply, wherein the at least one renewable energy generator derives energy from a renewable energy source. The device comprising an energy sensor for measuring an energy parameter, wherein t
Absstract of: AU2024238356A1
A coupling system for use with a solar tracker includes a saddle defining a U-shaped profile extending between opposed first and second end portions, the saddle defines a channel configured to selectively receive a module rail and a slot defined through the first and second side surfaces adjacent the first end portion, and a clip assembly slidably supported within the channel and including a clip having a generally U-shaped profile defining a crown interposed between a pair of legs having an upturned tab and extending from the crown and terminating at a respective hook, wherein the clip assembly is configured to transition from a first open position to a second, closed position where the upturned tab is received within the slot of the saddle and a hook of each of the pair of legs engages a module rail to selectively couple the module rail to the saddle.
Absstract of: AU2025220869A1
A photovoltaic module and a method for manufacturing the photovoltaic module are provided. The photovoltaic module includes a cell module including multiple cell string groups and multiple first connection structures. Each cell string group includes multiple cell strings arranged along a first direction. Each cell string includes multiple solar cells and multiple second connection structures. Each solar cell includes multiple first grid lines and multiple second grid lines. There is a distance L between a first grid line and a second grid line adjacent to the first grid line in the first direction. There is a distance S, in the first direction, between a second connection structure connected to an end of a respective middle first connection structure and another second connection structure connected to an end of another middle first connection structure adjacent to the respective middle first connection structure is greater than the distance L. A photovoltaic module and a method for manufacturing the photovoltaic module are provided. The photovoltaic module includes a cell module including multiple cell string groups and multiple first connection structures. Each cell string group includes multiple cell strings arranged along a first direction. Each cell string includes multiple solar cells and multiple second connection structures. Each solar cell includes multiple first grid lines and multiple second grid lines. There is a distance L between a first grid line and a second g
Absstract of: AU2025201446A1
The present invention relates to a solar mesh attachment assembly for attaching a mesh to the side of a solar panel. The solar mesh attachment assembly includes an elongate tensioning member, retaining member, a locking arrangement and a spacing washer. The spacing washer serves to space the mesh from the sides of the solar panel to prevent galvanic corrosion between the frame of the solar panel and the mesh. The invention further includes a spacer sleeve and a spacer base for preventing galvanic corrosion between the mesh and the metal roof of a house. The present invention relates to a solar mesh attachment assembly for attaching a mesh to the side of a solar panel. The solar mesh attachment assembly includes an elongate tensioning member, retaining member, a locking arrangement and a spacing washer. The spacing washer serves to space the mesh from the sides of the solar panel to prevent galvanic corrosion between the frame of the solar panel and the mesh. The invention further includes a spacer sleeve and a spacer base for preventing galvanic corrosion between the mesh and the metal roof of a house. eb h e p r e s e n t i n v e n t i o n r e l a t e s t o a s o l a r m e s h a t t a c h m e n t a s s e m b l y f o r a t t a c h i n g a m e s h t o t h e s i d e o f a s o l a r p a n e l h e s o l a r m e s h a t t a c h m e n t a s s e m b l y i n c l u d e s a n e b e l o n g a t e t e n s i o n i n g m e m b e r , r e t a i n i n g m e m b e r , a l o c k i n g a r r a n
Absstract of: US2025287769A1
A photovoltaic device comprises a PIN structure in which a p-type hole transporting layer (2) is carried by a substrate (1) and a perovskite layer (3) and an n-type electron transporting layer (4) are arranged in sequence on the p-type layer. A light transmissive electrically conductive layer (9) is provided on top of the n-type electron transporting layer to form a light receiving top surface. Between the n-type electron transporting layer and the light transmissive conductive layer there is provided a structure comprising two inorganic electrically insulative layers (6, 8) having a layer of a conductive material (7) therebetween, wherein the two inorganic electrically insulative layers comprise a material having a band gap of greater than 4.5 eV and the layer of a conductive material comprises a material having a band gap of less than the band gap of the electrically insulative layers, wherein each electrically insulative layer forms a type-1 offset junction with the layer of conductive material.
Absstract of: US2025287705A1
The invention primarily relates to a photovoltaic module (1) obtained from a stack comprising: a first front layer (2); a plurality of photovoltaic cells (4); an encapsulating assembly (3) obtained by joining a front layer (3a) and a rear layer (3b) of an encapsulating material; a second rear layer (5). The first layer (2) comprises: a front layer made of a polymer material (2a); a front assembly (2b, 2c) comprising an interface front layer (2b) and a glass front layer (2c), with a thickness less than or equal to 2 mm, said front assembly (2b, 2c) being located between the polymer front layer (2a) and the encapsulating assembly (3), and the interface front layer (2b) being located between the polymer front layer (2a) and the glass front layer (2c). The front layer (3a) and the rear layer (3b) of an encapsulating material have a Young's modulus at 25° C. of strictly less than 50 MPa and of strictly greater than 150 Mpa, respectively.
Absstract of: US2025287768A1
The technology generally concerns perovskite-based devices having improved transparency and uses thereof.
Absstract of: US2025287703A1
Proposed is a solar photovoltaic module that is easily recyclable. In the solar photovoltaic module disclosed herein, each component is coupled to each other in a physical manner. Therefore, since the solar photovoltaic module may be physically separated, recycling of the solar photovoltaic module may be very easily performed.
Absstract of: US2025287770A1
Provided is a solar cell utilizing trivalent metal doping and a method for manufacturing an inverted-structure organic solar cell (OSC), the method including: preparing a TiO2 precursor solution using titanium (IV) butoxide (Ti(OCH2CH2CH2CH2CH3)4); dissolving and stirring the TiO2 precursor solution in a mixture of 2-methoxyethanol (CH3OCH2CH2OH) and acetylacetone (CH3COCH2COCH3); dissolving Ga(NO3)3·xH2O or In(NO3)3·xH2O in the TiO2 precursor solution to prepare a doped TiO2 precursor solution. According to the method, it is possible to manufacture an inverted-structure OSC with improved power conversion efficiency (PCE) compared to conventional inverted-structure OSCs.
Absstract of: US2025286496A1
A Wireless Smart Sensor Networks (WSSNs) data acquisition system that increases the resilience of infrastructure by providing real-time monitoring and data collection of environmental parameters.
Nº publicación: US2025286211A1 11/09/2025
Applicant:
DOMINION ENERGY INC [US]
Dominion Energy Inc
Absstract of: US2025286211A1
Mobile or permanent battery energy storage systems provide electrical power to locations with or without connections to the electrical grid or provide a more consistent supply of electricity. A battery energy storage systems meet the requirements of UL 9540, UL 9540A, and other regulations and codes for use due to the structure and control systems incorporated into the battery energy storage system.