公开(公告)号：US20150161442A1

公开(公告)日：2015-06-11

申请号：US14626300

申请日：2015-02-19

Applicant: Solview Systems Ltd.

Inventor： Ofer SADKA

IPC: G06K9/00 ,  G06K9/46

CPC classification number: G06K9/00476 ,  F24S2201/00 ,  G01C11/04 ,  G06K9/468 ,  G06Q10/043 ,  G06Q50/06 ,  Y02B10/20

Abstract: An apparatus and method for determining a potential surface for installation of solar panels are provided. The method includes extracting, from a database of overhead images, at least one overhead image respective of a location; identifying a surface outline of at least one surface within the at least one overhead image; determining a pattern associated with the surface outline, the pattern comprising at least a facet; determining a potential installation area for solar panels based on the at least facet; and, displaying the potential installation area overlaid on the overhead image.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于确定用于安装太阳能电池板的潜在表面的装置和方法。 该方法包括从开销图像的数据库中提取相应于位置的至少一个开销图像; 识别所述至少一个架空图像内的至少一个表面的表面轮廓; 确定与所述表面轮廓相关联的图案，所述图案至少包括刻面; 基于至少小面确定太阳能电池板的潜在安装面积; 并显示覆盖在架空图像上的潜在安装区域。

公开(公告)号：US08903561B1

公开(公告)日：2014-12-02

申请号：US13346895

申请日：2012-01-10

Applicant: Rao Y. Mannepalli ,  Paul D. Albertelli

Inventor： Rao Y. Mannepalli ,  Paul D. Albertelli

IPC: G05D3/12 ,  G05D5/00 ,  G05D9/00 ,  G05D11/00 ,  G05D17/00 ,  G01R11/56 ,  G01R21/133 ,  G06F17/00

CPC classification number: G06Q50/06 ,  F24S50/00 ,  F24S2201/00 ,  G06F17/5009 ,  G06F2217/16 ,  Y02E10/40

Abstract: A system and computer-implemented method for dispatching thermal energy and generating power in a solar power generating plant. The system includes a computer processor, computer readable medium, and control logic stored on the computer readable medium to direct the operation of the processor. The processor generates an optimized thermal energy dispatch schedule which controls operation of the generating plant by performing a combination of direct thermal energy and indirect thermal energy storage simulations to maximize operating revenues.

Abstract translation: 一种用于在太阳能发电厂调度热能和发电的系统和计算机实现的方法。 该系统包括存储在计算机可读介质上以指导处理器的操作的计算机处理器，计算机可读介质和控制逻辑。 处理器产生优化的热能调度计划，通过执行直接热能和间接热能储存模拟的组合来控制发电厂的运行，以最大化运营收入。

公开(公告)号：US08890044B2

公开(公告)日：2014-11-18

申请号：US13946793

申请日：2013-07-19

Applicant: Suncore Photovoltaics, Inc.

Inventor： James Sherman ,  Igor Kozin

IPC: G01C21/02 ,  H01L31/042 ,  G01S3/786 ,  F24J2/38 ,  F24J2/46 ,  F24J2/54 ,  G01S3/781

CPC classification number: H02S50/00 ,  F24S30/452 ,  F24S40/00 ,  F24S50/20 ,  F24S2201/00 ,  G01R21/00 ,  G01R31/2601 ,  G01S3/781 ,  G01S3/7861 ,  H02S20/32 ,  H02S50/10 ,  Y02E10/47 ,  Y02E10/50

Abstract: An automated method to monitor performance of a terrestrial solar cell array tracking the sun. The solar cell system includes drive means that adjust a position of the array along different respective axes with respect to the sun using the drive means. The techniques include predicting the position of the sun during a time period, and sampling an output parameter of the array indicative of performance. The sampled data may be used to identify a fault in the solar cell array, for example a misalignment or a failure of one or more solar cells, in which case a notification of that fault may be generated for the operator or a control signal may be output for correcting the fault. Alternatively, an output signal may be sent to an external system associated with the solar cell system. Various alignment testing routines for checking the solar tracking are described. These routines may involve moving a solar cell array to a reference position at the start of, or during, an alignment routine in order to improve accuracy of position measurement during the routine.

Abstract translation: 监测跟踪太阳的地面太阳能电池阵列性能的自动化方法。 太阳能电池系统包括驱动装置，其使用驱动装置相对于太阳利用不同的相应轴度来调整阵列的位置。 这些技术包括在一段时间内预测太阳的位置，以及对表示性能的阵列的输出参数进行采样。 采样数据可用于识别太阳能电池阵列中的故障，例如一个或多个太阳能电池的未对准或故障，在这种情况下，可能为操作员产生该故障的通知或控制信号 输出用于纠正故障。 或者，可以将输出信号发送到与太阳能电池系统相关联的外部系统。 描述了用于检查太阳跟踪的各种对准测试程序。 这些例程可以涉及将太阳能电池阵列移动到对准程序开始时或者在对准程序期间的参考位置，以便提高该程序期间位置测量的精度。

公开(公告)号：US08842878B2

公开(公告)日：2014-09-23

申请号：US13139986

申请日：2009-12-16

Applicant: Dmitry Dimov ,  Mark Alan Goldman

Inventor： Dmitry Dimov ,  Mark Alan Goldman

IPC: G06K9/00 ,  G01W1/12

CPC classification number: H04N7/183 ,  F24S40/00 ,  F24S2201/00 ,  G01W1/12 ,  G06K9/00771 ,  G06K9/22 ,  G06K9/3216 ,  G06K2009/3225 ,  H02S50/00 ,  Y02B10/12 ,  Y02B10/20 ,  Y02E10/52

Abstract: A device for performing solar shade analysis combines a spherical reflective dome and a ball compass mounted on a platform, with a compass alignment mark and four dots in the corners of the platform. A user may place the device on a surface of a roof, or in another location where solar shading analysis is required. A user, while standing above the device can take a photo of the device. The photographs can then be used in order to evaluate solar capacity and perform shade analysis for potential sites for solar photovoltaic systems. By using the device in conjunction with a mobile device having a camera, photographs may be taken and uploaded, to be analyzed and processed to determine a shading percentage. For example, the solar shade analysis system may calculate the percentage of time that the solar photovoltaic system might be shaded for each month of the year. These measurements and data, or similar measurements and data, may be valuable when applying for solar rebates or solar installation permits.

Abstract translation: 用于执行太阳能阴影分析的装置结合了球面反射圆顶和安装在平台上的球形罗盘，在平台的角部具有罗盘对准标记和四个点。 用户可以将设备放置在屋顶的表面上，或在需要太阳阴影分析的另一位置。 用户在设备上方可以拍摄设备的照片。 然后可以使用照片来评估太阳能容量并对太阳能光伏系统的潜在场所进行阴影分析。 通过将该设备与具有相机的移动设备结合使用，可以拍摄和上传照片以进行分析和处理，以确定遮蔽百分比。 例如，太阳能阴影分析系统可以计算太阳能光伏系统每年可能被遮蔽的时间百分比。 这些测量和数据，或类似的测量和数据在申请太阳能回收或太阳能安装许可证时可能是有价值的。

公开(公告)号：US08841592B1

公开(公告)日：2014-09-23

申请号：US13626617

申请日：2012-09-25

Applicant: Sandia Corporation

Inventor： Clifford K. Ho ,  Cianan Alexander Sims

IPC: G01C21/02

CPC classification number: F24S40/00 ,  F24S20/20 ,  F24S2201/00 ,  G01N21/55 ,  G01N2201/0616 ,  Y02E10/40

Abstract: Technologies pertaining to determining when glare will be perceived by a hypothetical observer from a glare source and the intensity of glare that will be perceived by the hypothetical observer from the glare source are described herein. A first location of a potential source of solar glare is received, and a second location of the hypothetical observer is received. Based upon such locations, including respective elevations, and known positions of the sun over time, a determination as to when the hypothetical observer will perceive glare from the potential source of solar glare is made. Subsequently, an amount of irradiance entering the eye of the hypothetical observer is calculated to assess potential ocular hazards.

Abstract translation: 这里描述了关于确定何时眩光将被来自眩光源的假想观察者感知到的眩光以及来自眩光源的假想观察者将感知到的眩光强度的技术。 接收到潜在的太阳能眩光源的第一位置，并接收假想观察者的第二位置。 基于这样的位置，包括相应的高度和太阳的已知位置随着时间的推移，确定了假设观察者什么时候将从太阳眩光的潜在来源感觉到眩光。 随后，计算进入假想观察者眼睛的辐照度，以评估潜在的眼睛危害。

公开(公告)号：US20140083413A1

公开(公告)日：2014-03-27

申请号：US14032787

申请日：2013-09-20

Applicant: BrightSource Industries (ISRAEL) Ltd.

Inventor： Ofir BIBI ,  Rotem HAYUT ,  Gil KROYZER

IPC: G01W1/02 ,  F24J2/40

CPC classification number: G01W1/02 ,  F24S50/00 ,  F24S2020/16 ,  F24S2201/00 ,  G01W1/12 ,  Y02A90/14 ,  Y02E10/40

Abstract: Shading by clouds can affect the amount of flux on a heliostat which in turn can affect the energy generated by the solar device. Real-time monitoring of cloud shading of at least a portion of the solar field can allow for more efficient operation of the entire solar power system. For example, diffuse solar radiation and global horizontal radiation may be measured in certain parts of the field in order to estimate the direct normal radiation at any point in the solar field. A cloud map generated based on an image taken of the cloud may be used in calculating the direct normal radiation. By knowing the amount of direct normal radiation at any point in the solar field, the solar energy system can be changed or maintained. For example, the operating parameter may include aiming directions for one or more of the heliostats.

Abstract translation: 通过云遮蔽可以影响定日镜上的通量，这又可以影响太阳能设备产生的能量。 对太阳能场的至少一部分的云遮蔽的实时监测可以使整个太阳能发电系统更有效的运行。 例如，可以在场的某些部分测量漫射太阳辐射和全局水平辐射，以估计太阳场中任何点的直接正常辐射。 基于云拍摄的图像生成的云图可以用于计算直接正常辐射。 通过了解太阳能场中任何一点的直接正常辐射的量，可以改变或维持太阳能系统。 例如，操作参数可以包括一个或多个定日镜的瞄准方向。

公开(公告)号：US08633377B2

公开(公告)日：2014-01-21

申请号：US13126152

申请日：2009-10-23

Applicant: Roland Winston ,  Weiya Zhang

Inventor： Roland Winston ,  Weiya Zhang

IPC: H01L31/00 ,  H01J3/14

CPC classification number: G02B19/0061 ,  F24S23/00 ,  F24S23/70 ,  F24S23/79 ,  F24S50/20 ,  F24S90/00 ,  F24S2201/00 ,  G02B19/0028 ,  G02B19/0042 ,  G02B19/0076 ,  Y02E10/44

Abstract: An optical concentrator is disclosed which includes an imaging, aplanatic optical element having a front surface with a one-way light admitting portion, a back surface with a reflective portion, and an interior region of refractive material disposed between the front and backs surfaces.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种光集中器，其包括具有带有单向光入射部分的前表面的成像，平行光学元件，具有反射部分的后表面和设置在前表面和后表面之间的折射材料的内部区域。

公开(公告)号：US20130333745A1

公开(公告)日：2013-12-19

申请号：US13970235

申请日：2013-08-19

Applicant: Suncore Photovoltaics, Inc.

Inventor： James Sherman

IPC: H01L31/052

CPC classification number: H01L31/052 ,  F24S25/10 ,  F24S30/452 ,  F24S40/00 ,  F24S50/20 ,  F24S2201/00 ,  H01L31/054 ,  H01L31/0543 ,  H02S20/10 ,  H02S20/23 ,  H02S20/32 ,  Y02B10/12 ,  Y02E10/47 ,  Y02E10/52

Abstract: An automated method causes a terrestrial solar cell array to track the sun. The solar cell system includes motors that adjust a position of the array along different respective axes with respect to the sun, wherein a first motor adjusts the inclination angle of the array relative to the surface of the earth and a second motor rotates the array about an axis substantially perpendicular to that surface. The method includes (a) using a software algorithm to predict a position of the sun at a future time; (b) using a computer model to determine respective positions for the motors corresponding to the solar cell array being substantially aligned with the sun at the future time; and (c) activating and operating the motors at respective particular speeds so that at the future time the solar cell array is substantially aligned with the sun. The future time may correspond to any time during operation. An initial future time may correspond to a start up time after sunrise at which point the solar cell is to begin tracking the sun.

Abstract translation: 一种自动化方法使地面太阳能电池阵列跟踪太阳。 太阳能电池系统包括电动机，其相对于太阳沿不同的相应轴线调整阵列的位置，其中第一电动机相对于地球的表面调节阵列的倾斜角度，而第二电动机绕阵列旋转阵列 基本上垂直于该表面。 该方法包括（a）使用软件算法来预测未来太阳的位置; （b）使用计算机模型来确定对应于太阳能电池阵列的电动机的相应位置在未来时间基本与太阳对准; 和（c）以相应的特定速度激活和操作电动机，使得将来太阳能电池阵列基本上与太阳对准。 未来时间可能对应于运行期间的任何时间。 初始未来时间可以对应于日出之后的启动时间，太阳能电池在哪一点开始跟踪太阳。

公开(公告)号：US20130306836A1

公开(公告)日：2013-11-21

申请号：US13946793

申请日：2013-07-19

Applicant: Suncore Photovoltaics, Inc.

Inventor： James Sherman ,  Igor Kozin

IPC: G01S3/786

CPC classification number: H02S50/00 ,  F24S30/452 ,  F24S40/00 ,  F24S50/20 ,  F24S2201/00 ,  G01R21/00 ,  G01R31/2601 ,  G01S3/781 ,  G01S3/7861 ,  H02S20/32 ,  H02S50/10 ,  Y02E10/47 ,  Y02E10/50

Abstract: An automated method to monitor performance of a terrestrial solar cell array tracking the sun. The solar cell system includes drive means that adjust a position of the array along different respective axes with respect to the sun using the drive means. The techniques include predicting the position of the sun during a time period, and sampling an output parameter of the array indicative of performance. The sampled data may be used to identify a fault in the solar cell array, for example a misalignment or a failure of one or more solar cells, in which case a notification of that fault may be generated for the operator or a control signal may be output for correcting the fault. Alternatively, an output signal may be sent to an external system associated with the solar cell system. Various alignment testing routines for checking the solar tracking are described. These routines may involve moving a solar cell array to a reference position at the start of, or during, an alignment routine in order to improve accuracy of position measurement during the routine.

公开(公告)号：US20130258068A1

公开(公告)日：2013-10-03

申请号：US13434866

申请日：2012-03-30

Applicant: Michael Schmidt ,  Christian Maria Anton Heller ,  Oliver Gerhard Mayer ,  Marcus Zettl ,  Omar Ivan Stern Gonzalez ,  Yaru Najem Mendez Hernandez ,  Mark Ronald Lynass ,  Eva Bernal Serra ,  Marianne Hartung

Inventor： Michael Schmidt ,  Christian Maria Anton Heller ,  Oliver Gerhard Mayer ,  Marcus Zettl ,  Omar Ivan Stern Gonzalez ,  Yaru Najem Mendez Hernandez ,  Mark Ronald Lynass ,  Eva Bernal Serra ,  Marianne Hartung

IPC: H04N13/02 ,  H04N7/18

CPC classification number: H04N13/204 ,  F24S50/00 ,  F24S2201/00 ,  G01W1/10 ,  H01L31/02021 ,  H04N7/18 ,  Y02E10/40 ,  Y02E10/50

Abstract: A prediction system for predicting solar irradiance based on cloud characteristics is presented. The system includes a sky imager that includes a customized lens configured to capture one or more substantially planar images of the sky. The prediction system further includes an image processor coupled to the sky imager and configured to process the one or more substantially planar images. Moreover, the prediction system includes a computing system coupled to the image processor and configured to detect cloud characteristics based on the one or more substantially planar images, and predict the solar irradiance based on the cloud characteristics. Methods and non-transitory computer readable medium configured to perform the method for predicting power output of one or more solar panels in a solar plant based on cloud characteristics are also presented.

Abstract translation: 提出了一种基于云特征预测太阳辐照度的预测系统。 该系统包括天空成像器，其包括被配置为捕获天空的一个或多个基本上平面的图像的定制镜片。 预测系统还包括耦合到天空成像器并被配置为处理一个或多个基本上平面的图像的图像处理器。 此外，预测系统包括耦合到图像处理器并被配置为基于一个或多个基本上平面的图像来检测云特性并且基于云特征来预测太阳辐照度的计算系统。 还提出了被配置为执行用于基于云特征来预测太阳能发电厂中的一个或多个太阳能电池板的功率输出的方法的方法和非暂时性计算机可读介质。