US4150661A
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Layout for collecting solar energy applicable to acclimatizing all types of buildings
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1977-04-25
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Granted: 1979-04-24
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Expires: 1997-04-25
Abstract
Abstract A layout for collecting solar energy is described which is made up of modules formed by two or more hollow plates of variable-cross section, placed parallel to each other, in the interior of which a fluid having chemical properties which assist the collection of solar energy flows. The plates are inserted in the mouths of two collectors to which the supply and distribution ducts of the fluid are applied. The collectors have a configuration providing an area or chamber of air separating both plates, and in the opposite side, they have an upper fin, with a "U" cross-section, to fit into the structure of the building, and a lower flange which bears a block made of insulating material placed under the second plate.
Inventors
- 👤 Marino S. Trimboli Callegari
- 👤 Antonio A. Trimboli Longetto
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-01 23:38
CPC Classifications
F; F24; F24S; F24S10/00; F24S10/20; F24S10/50; F24S10/502; F24S25/00; F24S25/50; F24S80/00; F24S80/30; Y; Y02; Y02B; Y02B10/00; Y02B10/20; Y02E; Y02E10/00; Y02E10/40; Y02E10/44; Y02E10/47; Y10; Y10S; Y10S126/00; Y10S126/906
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
116 words
A modular unit for heating a building or the like which consists essentially of at least one upper and one lower hollow plates arranged parallel to each other, a fluid placed within the plates, said fluid being suitable to collect solar energy, a common collector for engagement with said plates, means for engaging the plates with said common collector, an air chamber between said plates, a block of insulating material placed under the lower plate, in said collector, a microinsulating sheet between said block of insulating material and said lower plate, said microinsulating sheet being placed with the side facing the lower plate having a reflective surface and means for connecting said module with said building.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
116 words
A modular unit for heating a building or the like which consists essentially of at least one upper and one lower hollow plates arranged parallel to each other, a fluid placed within the plates, said fluid being suitable to collect solar energy, a common collector for engagement with said plates, means for engaging the plates with said common collector, an air chamber between said plates, a block of insulating material placed under the lower plate, in said collector, a microinsulating sheet between said block of insulating material and said lower plate, said microinsulating sheet being placed with the side facing the lower plate having a reflective surface and means for connecting said module with said building.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
29 words
The module according to claim 1 wherein the upper plate is translucent to let solar rays go through and the lower plate does not let solar rays go through.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
18 words
The module according to claim 1 which additionally includes cap means for closing the ends of the collector.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
20 words
The module according to claim 3 wherein said cap means are provided with flanges for joining to a second collector.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
31 words
The module according to claim 1 wherein both plates are translucent, the fluid is air, and the collector has an intermediate partition wall separating the lower plate from the air chamber.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
11 words
The module according to claim 1 wherein said fluid is air.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
34 words
The module according to claim 1 wherein said means for engagement of the plates with the collector consists of grooves in the collector, flanges in the plates and the flanges engage with said grooves.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
20 words
The module according to claim 1 wherein the collector is provided with a U-shaped fin for connection with said building.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
21 words
The module according to claim 1 additionally including ducts for communication with a generating set and transforming heat into electric energy.
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| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1982-04-23 | 1982-10-23 | 1983-04-24 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-04-23 | 1986-10-23 | 1987-04-24 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-04-23 | 1990-10-23 | 1991-04-24 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |