Patents Examined by Lindsay Bernier
  • Patent number: 10896984
    Abstract: In the solar cell module including a plurality of solar cells interconnected with wiring members, each of the solar cells includes a plurality of front-side finger electrodes that are disposed on a light-receiving surface of the solar cell and connected with tabs and a plurality of rear-side finger electrodes that are disposed on a rear surface of the solar cell and connected with tabs. Rear-side auxiliary electrode sections are arranged in regions, which is wider than the front-side finger electrodes, on the rear surface opposite to regions where the front-side finger electrodes are present.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2019
    Date of Patent: January 19, 2021
    Assignee: Panasonic Intellectual Property Management Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Shigeharu Taira, Yukihiro Yoshimine, Hiroyuki Kannou, Tomonori Tabe
  • Patent number: 10050164
    Abstract: The invention relates to a photovoltaic module for capturing and using solar radiation having as a backsheet a composition containing polyvinylidene fluoride. The polyvinylidene fluoride backsheet layer is exposed to the environment and provides chemical resistance, low water vapor transmission, electrical insulation, and UV light protection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: August 14, 2018
    Assignee: Arkema Inc.
    Inventors: Michael T. Burchill, Jiaxin Jason Ge, Gregory S. O'Brien, Saeid Zerafati
  • Patent number: 10020772
    Abstract: This invention provides a portable system for the generation of photovoltaic energy. The power plant is provided as a kit in a plurality of containers, each of which can be carried by one person. This power plant can be assembled in a few hours by two people. The power plant is adjustable and can adapt to a variety of locations and environments. The power plant includes a frame structure, a movable photovoltaic collection array of more than one solar panel, a power management module, battery power storage system and various cables. The power plant can include shelving and can function as a vehicle port. The photovoltaic collection array can be pivotally raised and lowered for optimal solar power collection manually or mechanically. In further embodiments, more than one such power plant can be joined together to create a portable local power grid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 10, 2018
    Assignee: Magnolia Solar, Inc.
    Inventors: Yash R. Puri, Robert D. Atherton, Jr., Roger E. Welser, Ashok K. Sood