Patents Assigned to Matalon Energy, LLC
  • Publication number: 20130291926
    Abstract: A solar tracking apparatus is provided having pivoting struts located proximate the north and south sides of the collector surface. The crossed struts permit the inclination angle of the collector surface to be varied throughout the day without heavy supports. The support frame can be adapted for quick assembly, disassembly and transportation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2012
    Publication date: November 7, 2013
    Applicant: MATALON ENERGY, LLC
    Inventor: David Matalon
  • Publication number: 20130213455
    Abstract: A hybrid solar collector is disclosed having a passive solar collector unit and active photovoltaic panels. The inclination angle of the photovoltaic panels is optimized by linking the panels to the passive unit and its associated tracking controls.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 22, 2012
    Publication date: August 22, 2013
    Applicant: MATALON ENERGY, LLC
    Inventor: David Matalon
  • Publication number: 20120060831
    Abstract: A passive solar collector utilizes a support constructed of precisely machined foam to simplify the construction and calibration of the reflective surface. Further improvements include sensor-based positioning, and a receiver having inflow and outflow conduits adapted to improve thermal efficiency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 14, 2011
    Publication date: March 15, 2012
    Applicant: MATALON ENERGY, LLC
    Inventor: David Matalon
  • Patent number: 8069849
    Abstract: A passive solar collector utilizes a support constructed of precisely machined foam to simplify the construction and calibration of the reflective surface. Further improvements include sensor-based positioning, and a receiver having inflow and outflow conduits adapted to improve thermal efficiency.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: December 6, 2011
    Assignee: Matalon Energy, LLC
    Inventor: David Matalon
  • Publication number: 20100206296
    Abstract: A passive solar collector utilizes a support constructed of precisely machined foam to simplify the construction and calibration of the reflective surface. Further improvements include sensor-based positioning, and a receiver having inflow and outflow conduits adapted to improve thermal efficiency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2009
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Applicant: MATALON ENERGY, LLC
    Inventor: David Matalon