Patents by Inventor Theresa L. Jester

Theresa L. Jester has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Thin film solar cell with nickel back
    Patent number: 4769086
    Abstract: A solar module of the type having at least two series connected solar cells which each include a transparent front-face electrode, a thin film photovoltaic device, and an aluminum back contact. A nickel film is provided over the aluminum back contact to provide improved resistance to degradation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 13, 1987
    Date of Patent: September 6, 1988
    Assignee: Atlantic Richfield Company
    Inventors: David P. Tanner, Theresa L. Jester, Ming-Jau Yin
  • Roll formed pan solar module
    Patent number: 4433200
    Abstract: A solar module comprising a solar cell string laminated between layers of pottant material and a transparent superstrate and a steel substrate. The steel substrate is roll formed to provide stiffening flanges on its edges while simultaneously forming a pan-shaped structure to hold other portions of the laminate in position during the laminating process. An improved terminal provides high voltage protection and improved mechanical strength. A conduit element provides protected raceways for external wires connected to module terminals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 2, 1981
    Date of Patent: February 21, 1984
    Assignee: Atlantic Richfield Company
    Inventors: Theresa L. Jester, John W. Yerkes, Charles F. Gay, William R. Bottenberg