US4026272A
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Solar collector
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-06-13
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Granted: 1977-05-31
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Expires: 1995-06-13
Abstract
Abstract A solar collector of the type used to convert the sun's light rays into heat energy is provided. The solar collector includes a steel plate to absorb the sun's rays. A flat coil of tubular steel is attached to the steel plate by means of the hydrogen brazing process. The surfaces of the steel plate and the tubular coil are preferably coated with a thin layer of copper to form a selective surface to promote the efficient collection of energy.
Inventors
- 👤 Edward W. Bottum
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 07:33
CPC Classifications
F; F24; F24S; F24S10/00; F24S10/70; F24S10/75; F24S80/00; F24S80/50; F24S80/52; F24S80/525; Y; Y02; Y02E; Y02E10/00; Y02E10/40; Y02E10/44; Y10; Y10T; Y10T29/00; Y10T29/49; Y10T29/4935; Y10T29/49355
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
104 words
A solar collector comprising a housing, a steel plate within the housing to absorb sun rays and convert such rays to heat energy, steel tubing secured to the plate for conduction of heat energy from the plate to the tubing, said tubing being adapted for the flow of fluid therethrough to transfer heat energy from the solar collector to a point of use, a copper bond brazed in an inert atmosphere between said tubing and the plate forming both a mechanical bond and a heat conducting medium, and transparent plate means on the housing to permit sun rays to impinge upon the steel plate.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
104 words
A solar collector comprising a housing, a steel plate within the housing to absorb sun rays and convert such rays to heat energy, steel tubing secured to the plate for conduction of heat energy from the plate to the tubing, said tubing being adapted for the flow of fluid therethrough to transfer heat energy from the solar collector to a point of use, a copper bond brazed in an inert atmosphere between said tubing and the plate forming both a mechanical bond and a heat conducting medium, and transparent plate means on the housing to permit sun rays to impinge upon the steel plate.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
20 words
A solar collector as defined in claim 1, further characterized in that said copper bond comprises a relatively thick fillet.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
30 words
A solar collector as defined in claim 2, further characterized in that a fillet is provided on each side of the tubing, said fillets extending the length of the tubing.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
29 words
A solar collector as defined in claim 1, further characterized in the provision of a relatively thin layer of copper brazed in an inert atmosphere onto said steel plate.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
24 words
A solar collector as defined in claim 4, further characterized in that said layer of copper also extends over the surface of said tubing.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-05-30 | 1980-11-29 | 1981-05-31 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-05-30 | 1984-11-29 | 1985-05-31 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-05-30 | 1988-11-29 | 1989-05-31 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |