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Supporting structure for reflectors, solar cells or solar cell carriers
Assignee: MAN AG
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Filing: 1979-01-18
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Granted: 1981-01-20
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Expires: 1999-01-18
Abstract
Abstract Supporting structure for reflectors consisting of interconnected supporting bars arranged in parallel spaced relationship, having the reflectors mounted thereon side by side in a single plane. The length of the bars is at a maximum the width of one reflector. At least two of these supporting bars are interconnected through transversely directed cross-members which, in turn, are fastened onto a central upright extending essentially parallel to the supporting bars.
Inventors
- 👤 Karl Wildenrotter
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-11-03 06:24
CPC Classifications
H; H02; H02S; H02S20/00; H02S20/10; F; F24; F24S; F24S23/00; F24S23/70; F24S30/00; F24S30/40; F24S30/45; F24S30/452; H02S20/30; Y; Y02; Y02E; Y02E10/00; Y02E10/40; Y02E10/47; Y02E10/50
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
112 words
In a supporting structure for reflectors including interconnected supporting bars, said reflectors being arranged and fastened adjacent each other in one plane on said bars, the improvement comprising: said supporting structure being equipped with said supporting bars in spaced, parallel arrangement for carrying said reflectors, said bars extending in length over a distance shorter than the width of a reflector; cross-members interconnecting at least two of said bars at a time; and a central upright having said cross-members attached thereto and extending essentially in parallel with the supporting bars; and resilient mount means connecting said supporting bars to the rear side of said reflectors to allow freedom of movement of the reflectors.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
112 words
In a supporting structure for reflectors including interconnected supporting bars, said reflectors being arranged and fastened adjacent each other in one plane on said bars, the improvement comprising: said supporting structure being equipped with said supporting bars in spaced, parallel arrangement for carrying said reflectors, said bars extending in length over a distance shorter than the width of a reflector; cross-members interconnecting at least two of said bars at a time; and a central upright having said cross-members attached thereto and extending essentially in parallel with the supporting bars; and resilient mount means connecting said supporting bars to the rear side of said reflectors to allow freedom of movement of the reflectors.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
13 words
Supporting structure as claimed in claim 1, said supporting bars being profiled elements.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
13 words
Supporting structure as claimed in claim 1, said supporting bars being tubular elements.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
42 words
Supporting structure as claimed in claim 1, comprising a pedestal supporting a plurality of said central uprights with associated arms, cross-members and supporting bars in an adjacent spaced, parallel arrangement whereby a plurality of said reflectors is arranged in a side-by-side relationship.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
48 words
Supporting structure as claimed in claim 1, said mount means being arranged on said reflector at predetermined spacings, each said mount means including an angle iron connected to the end of an associated supporting bar and a resilient pad adhesively fastened to the rear side of the reflector.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
118 words
In a supporting structure for solar cells including interconnected supporting bars, said solar cells being arranged and fastened adjacent each other in one plane on said bars, the improvement comprising: said supporting structure being equipped with said supporting bars in spaced, parallel arrangement for carrying said solar cells, said bars extending in length over a distance shorter than the width of a solar cell; cross-members interconnecting at least two of said bars at a time; and a central upright having said cross-members attached thereto and extending essentially in parallel with the supporting bars; and resilient mount means connecting said supporting bars to the rear side of said solar cells to allow freedom of movement of the solar cells.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
118 words
In a supporting structure for solar cells including interconnected supporting bars, said solar cells being arranged and fastened adjacent each other in one plane on said bars, the improvement comprising: said supporting structure being equipped with said supporting bars in spaced, parallel arrangement for carrying said solar cells, said bars extending in length over a distance shorter than the width of a solar cell; cross-members interconnecting at least two of said bars at a time; and a central upright having said cross-members attached thereto and extending essentially in parallel with the supporting bars; and resilient mount means connecting said supporting bars to the rear side of said solar cells to allow freedom of movement of the solar cells.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
124 words
In a supporting structure for solar cell carriers including interconnected supporting bars, said solar cell carriers being arranged and fastened adjacent each other in one plane on said bars, the improvement comprising: said supporting structure being equipped with said supporting bars in spaced, parallel arrangement for carrying said solar cell carriers, said bars extending in length over a distance shorter than the width of a solar cell carrier cross-members interconnecting at least two of said bars at a time; and a central upright having said cross-members attached thereto and extending essentially in parallel with the supporting bars; and resilient mount means connecting said supporting bars to the rear side of said solar cell carriers to allow freedom of movement of the solar cell carriers.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
124 words
In a supporting structure for solar cell carriers including interconnected supporting bars, said solar cell carriers being arranged and fastened adjacent each other in one plane on said bars, the improvement comprising: said supporting structure being equipped with said supporting bars in spaced, parallel arrangement for carrying said solar cell carriers, said bars extending in length over a distance shorter than the width of a solar cell carrier cross-members interconnecting at least two of said bars at a time; and a central upright having said cross-members attached thereto and extending essentially in parallel with the supporting bars; and resilient mount means connecting said supporting bars to the rear side of said solar cell carriers to allow freedom of movement of the solar cell carriers.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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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) | 1984-01-20 | 1984-07-21 | 1985-01-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-01-20 | 1988-07-21 | 1989-01-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-01-20 | 1992-07-21 | 1993-01-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |