Patents Assigned to Du Pont Apollo Ltd.
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Publication number: 20130037107Abstract: A photovoltaic (PV) module comprising a pressure sensitive adhesive to attach solar cells and a dielectric layer to each other has been disclosed. The use of the pressure sensitive adhesive in the photovoltaic module can significantly simplify the module assembly process.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 8, 2011Publication date: February 14, 2013Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Stephen Yau Sang CHENG, Yen Chih-He
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Publication number: 20120240981Abstract: The invention relates to a photovoltaic (PV) module including a weatherable layer, wherein the weatherable layer comprises thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV). The weatherable layer endows the PV module with excellent temperature resistance, weatherability, and chemical resistance.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 2011Publication date: September 27, 2012Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Stephen Yau Sang Cheng, Ka-Lok Leung
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Patent number: 8273597Abstract: The present invention provides a process for making solar panels. The process of the present invention avoids the use of laser scribing so it is particularly useful in making flexible solar panels. In addition, the present invention provides an alternative scheme for connecting the first electrodes and second electrodes in a solar panel.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 2010Date of Patent: September 25, 2012Assignee: Du Pont Apollo Ltd.Inventors: Chiou Fu Wang, Huo-Hsien Chiang
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Publication number: 20120234376Abstract: The invention relates to a photovoltaic (PV) module including a weatherable layer, wherein the weatherable layer comprises an acrylic polymer. The weatherable layer endows the PV module with excellent temperature resistance, weatherability, and chemical resistance.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 18, 2011Publication date: September 20, 2012Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Stephen Yau Sang CHENG, Ka-Lok LEUNG
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Publication number: 20120171800Abstract: A method of sealing an electronic device is disclosed, comprising providing an assembly comprising first and second substrates in an opposed relationship, and an electronic device positioned between the first and second substrates; positioning a glass rod against or on the edge of the first and/or second substrate; and heating and softening the glass rod to form a hermetic seal between the first and second substrates and form a hermetically sealed electronic device.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 30, 2010Publication date: July 5, 2012Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO Ltd.Inventors: Stephen Yau Sang Cheng, Chui-Ling Yip, Chung-Pui Chan
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Publication number: 20110315215Abstract: The present invention provides a color backsheet for a building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) module comprising a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film, a barrier layer and a fluorine-containing polymer film, at least one of the films being doped with dyes or pigments. The present invention also provides a color BIPV module comprising the color backsheet according to the present invention.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2011Publication date: December 29, 2011Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Liang-Jyi CHEN, Hung-Chun TSAI, Yu-Ting LIN
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Publication number: 20110315216Abstract: The present invention provides a color backsheet for a building-integrated photovoltaic (BIPV) module comprising a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) film and a fluorine-containing polymer film, at least one of the films being doped with dyes or pigments. The present invention also provides a color BIPV module comprising the color backsheet according to the present invention.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 27, 2011Publication date: December 29, 2011Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Liang-Jyi CHEN, Hung-Chun TSAI, Yu-Ting LIN
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Publication number: 20110155689Abstract: An etching paste suitable for etching films comprising an etchant and a component is provided. The etching process comprises applying the etching paste of the present invention to the transparent conductive metal oxide film by a paste application method so that the film is etched. Through the combination of the etching paste and the paste application method, the transparent conductive metal oxide film having stable scattering properties is obtained and can be used in the manufacture of a-Si solar cells.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 29, 2010Publication date: June 30, 2011Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Yuting LIN, Wenkai HSU, Shihche HUANG
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Publication number: 20110157879Abstract: A light assembly is provided, which includes a solar cell, a light guiding plate mounted on one side of the solar cell; a frame releasably holding the solar cell and the light guiding plate; and a LED array releasably mounted within the frame and adjacent to the light guiding plate so that the light generated by the LED array passes through the side surface of the light guiding plate and illuminates the area in front of the light guiding plate or the light guiding plate.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 9, 2010Publication date: June 30, 2011Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Chan Ching CHANG, Szu Han Li, Wei Lun Hsiao
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Publication number: 20110115300Abstract: A converting device with multiple input terminals and two output terminals is disclosed for converting Direct Current (DC) power from a power source to Alternating Current (AC) power.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2010Publication date: May 19, 2011Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO Ltd.Inventors: Huo-Hsien CHIANG, Chiou Fu WANG
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Publication number: 20110114150Abstract: The present invention provides a process for making solar panels. The process of the present invention avoids the use of laser scribing so it is particularly useful in making flexible solar panels. In addition, the present invention provides an alternative scheme for connecting the first electrodes and second electrodes in a solar panel.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 12, 2010Publication date: May 19, 2011Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Chiou Fu WANG, Huo-Hsien CHIANG
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Publication number: 20110100432Abstract: A thin film solar cell and a manufacturing method thereof have been disclosed in the present invention. According to the present invention, the thin film solar cell with an isolation groove can prevent generating short paths between electrodes from occurring.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 1, 2010Publication date: May 5, 2011Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Chiou Fu WANG, Huo-Hsien CHIANG
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Publication number: 20110100669Abstract: The present invention provides a junction box configured to be used with a photovoltaic module. The junction box comprises a central connecting portion adapted to receive metallic ribbons extended from the photovoltaic module, and a peripheral portion enclosing the central connecting portion. The peripheral portion comprises a plurality of recesses defined therein, and each of the recesses is adapted to receive a snap ring of a cable. Further, each of the recesses has an opening to the exterior of the junction box, and a channel communicating with the central connection portion. The opening and the channel of the recess define a longitudinal axis extending toward the central connection portion. The junction box of the present invention allows cables to be coupled to the photovoltaic module in multiple directions.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 29, 2010Publication date: May 5, 2011Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Chi Lai LEE, Hsieh-Hsin Yeh, Hsuan-Ping Chen
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Publication number: 20110088771Abstract: A new process of manufacturing a transparent conductive oxide (TCO) substrate with light trapping feature and the device thereof is described. The process comprises: forming a metal layer on a substrate, annealing the metal layer so that metal elements are self-aggregated, thereby forming a plurality of island-structure metal protrusions; and forming a transparent conductive oxide layer on the island-structure metal protrusions and the substrate.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 18, 2010Publication date: April 21, 2011Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Yuting LIN, Shihche HUANG, Wenkai HSU
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Publication number: 20110036399Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel process for making a multi-layer structure having transparent conductive oxide (TCO) layers with a textured surface comprising forming a metal-rich TCO layer. The process of the present invention is particularly useful in the manufacture of photovoltaic cells. In the device made by the process of the present invention, the textured surface of TCO layers can maintain high roughness while the interface effects caused by the overetching of the TCO layers are eliminated.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 13, 2010Publication date: February 17, 2011Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Yuting LIN, Shihche HUANG, Wenkai HSU
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Publication number: 20100279458Abstract: A process for making a partially transparent photovoltaic cell or a partially transparent photovoltaic module comprising series-connected or parallel-connected photovoltaic cells comprises the step of forming a patterned back electrode(s) by screen printing, jet printing, roll-to-roll processing or depositing through a shadow mask with openings. The pattern of the back electrode is determined at the same time when the back electrode is disposed, such that the complexity and cost of the process can be reduced.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 28, 2010Publication date: November 4, 2010Applicant: DU PONT APOLLO LTD.Inventors: Hsieh-Hsin YEH, Chi Lai LEE, Hsuan-Ping CHEN