公开(公告)号：US10347775B2

公开(公告)日：2019-07-09

申请号：US12871234

申请日：2010-08-30

Applicant: Dean Solon

Inventor： Dean Solon

IPC: G01D4/00 ,  H01L31/02 ,  H02S50/10

Abstract: A system for monitoring and wirelessly transmitting solar array parameters such as current, voltage and temperature in real time is primarily housed within a recombiner box. The system lends itself to retrofitting within some commercially available recombiner boxes. Signals emitted from the RF controller component of the system are received by a central processor, which includes a dashboard interface. Multiple systems in proximity can be linked to form a mesh network with one central processor.

公开(公告)号：US08937249B2

公开(公告)日：2015-01-20

申请号：US12714855

申请日：2010-03-01

Applicant: Dean Solon

Inventor： Dean Solon

IPC: H01L31/042 ,  H02B1/20 ,  H02G3/04 ,  H02G3/16 ,  H01H85/02 ,  H01H85/20 ,  H02G3/08 ,  H01L31/05

CPC classification number: H02G3/16 ,  H01H85/0241 ,  H01H85/201 ,  H01L31/05 ,  H02G3/083 ,  Y02E10/50

Abstract: A wire harness connects multiple solar panel junction boxes to a recombiner box. The wire harness includes in-line fuse assemblies, with optional blocking diodes, so each string of solar panels is associated with one fuse. In the event of a blown fuse, only one upstream solar panel string is affected. Entire wire harnesses and/or individual in-line fuse assemblies can be easily swapped out, thereby decreasing the time and expense of troubleshooting and repairing.

Abstract translation: 线束将多个太阳能电池板接线盒连接到重组盒。 线束包括在线保险丝组件，具有可选的阻塞二极管，因此每串太阳能电池板与一个保险丝相关联。 在熔断保险丝的情况下，只有一个上游太阳能电池板串受到影响。 整个线束和/或单独的在线保险丝组件可以轻松换出，从而减少故障排除和维修的时间和费用。

公开(公告)号：US20140071563A1

公开(公告)日：2014-03-13

申请号：US14022533

申请日：2013-09-10

Applicant: Dean Solon

Inventor： Dean Solon

IPC: H02H1/00

CPC classification number: H02H1/0015 ,  H02H3/17 ,  H02H7/20

Abstract: A monitoring system for and method of preventing electrical arcs in a solar energy system is disclosed. The monitoring system includes an insulation resistance (IR) monitoring device, a disconnect switch, a power supply, an indicator, and optionally a communications interface. A method of preventing electrical arcs in a solar energy system using the monitoring system may include, but is not limited to, the steps of providing and installing the monitoring system in a solar energy system; activating the solar energy system and the monitoring system; continuously monitoring the insulation resistance of a conductor; if the lower and/or upper resistance threshold of the IR monitoring device is not satisfied, then transmitting a shutdown signal to the disconnect switch, thereby turning off the power to the affected circuit, and indicating the presence of the potential fault condition.

Abstract translation: 公开了一种在太阳能系统中防止电弧的监视系统和方法。 监控系统包括绝缘电阻（IR）监控设备，断开开关，电源，指示灯以及可选的通信接口。 使用监视系统防止太阳能系统中的电弧的方法可以包括但不限于在太阳能系统中提供和安装监控系统的步骤; 启动太阳能系统和监控系统; 连续监测导体的绝缘电阻; 如果IR监视装置的下限和/或上限电阻阈值不满足，则将断开信号发送到断开开关，从而关闭受影响电路的电源，并指示是否存在潜在的故障状况。

公开(公告)号：US20110209741A1

公开(公告)日：2011-09-01

申请号：US12714855

申请日：2010-03-01

Applicant: Dean Solon

Inventor： Dean Solon

IPC: H01L31/042 ,  H02G3/04 ,  H02B1/20

CPC classification number: H02G3/16 ,  H01H85/0241 ,  H01H85/201 ,  H01L31/05 ,  H02G3/083 ,  Y02E10/50

Abstract: A wire harness connects multiple solar panel junction boxes to a recombiner box. The wire harness includes in-line fuse assemblies, with optional blocking diodes, so each string of solar panels is associated with one fuse. In the event of a blown fuse, only one upstream solar panel string is affected. Entire wire harnesses and/or individual in-line fuse assemblies can be easily swapped out, thereby decreasing the time and expense of troubleshooting and repairing.

Abstract translation: 线束将多个太阳能电池板接线盒连接到重组盒。 线束包括在线保险丝组件，具有可选的阻塞二极管，因此每串太阳能电池板与一个保险丝相关联。 在熔断保险丝的情况下，只有一个上游太阳能电池板串受到影响。 整个线束和/或单独的在线保险丝组件可以轻松换出，从而减少故障排除和维修的时间和费用。

公开(公告)号：US10062524B2

公开(公告)日：2018-08-28

申请号：US15450378

申请日：2017-03-06

Applicant: Dean Solon

Inventor： Dean Solon

IPC: H02B1/06 ,  H01H3/06 ,  H02B1/20 ,  H02B15/00

CPC classification number: H01H3/06 ,  H01H47/002 ,  H01H71/1018 ,  H01H71/56 ,  H02B1/06 ,  H02B1/20 ,  H02B15/00 ,  Y10T29/49117 ,  Y10T307/747

Abstract: A disconnect system for a solar installation shuts down power upstream from an inverter, so that it is safe for solar field personnel to perform work related to a solar installation. The system actuates multiple disconnect devices in one motion by a linkage assembly which can associate 2-4 disconnect switches with a single handle. This system preferably includes hardware and logic for monitoring the current and voltage output of electrically coupled combiner/recombiner boxes in the solar field, and for wirelessly transmitting this data to a user. A single disconnect cabinet can accommodate 2-20 inputs from associated lead assemblies and/or recombiner lead assemblies with 5 handles or less.

公开(公告)号：US20150109083A1

公开(公告)日：2015-04-23

申请号：US14513135

申请日：2014-10-13

Applicant: Dean Solon

Inventor： Dean Solon

IPC: H02G5/02 ,  H02G1/00 ,  H01F27/06

CPC classification number: H02G1/00 ,  H01F27/06 ,  Y10T29/49126

Abstract: A base is a platform that supports a component off the ground in a solar energy installation. The specific configuration of a base can vary based on the intended component, for example whether it holds a transformer or power component. Multiple bases are mechanically and/or electrically connected to form a system of bases in the field. Proper placement of bases and engagement of those bases is facilitated by mating alignment mechanisms such that one base can be lowered “fit” with another. A method of positioning components includes positioning a base and aligning and lowering a second base alongside the first such that the bases engage.

Abstract translation: 基地是在太阳能装置中支持地面的部件的平台。 基座的具体配置可以基于预期的部件而变化，例如其是否保持变压器或功率部件。 机械和/或电连接多个基座以形成现场的基座系统。 通过配合对准机构来促进底座的适当放置和这些基座的接合，使得一个底座可以与另一个底座“适配”地降低。 一种定位部件的方法包括定位一个底座，并将第二底座与第一底座对准和下降，使得底座啮合。

公开(公告)号：US20150068035A1

公开(公告)日：2015-03-12

申请号：US14542810

申请日：2014-11-17

Applicant: Dean Solon

Inventor： Dean Solon

IPC: H02S40/34 ,  H01R43/26

Abstract: A junction box is affixed to, and electrically coupled with, a solar panel. The junction box is configured to releaseably engage and disengage accessory modules, thereby allowing accessory modules to be replaced or exchanged easily. Accessory modules are electrically coupled with other accessory modules in the solar panel string. The furthest downstream accessory module is connected to a wire harness, which is connected to a central combiner box.

Abstract translation: 接线盒固定在太阳能电池板上并与太阳能电池板电耦合。 接线盒被配置为可松开地接合和分离附件模块，从而允许替换或更换附件模块。 附件模块与太阳能电池板串中的其他附件模块电连接。 最远的下游附件模块连接到与中心组合箱连接的线束。

公开(公告)号：US20140284101A1

公开(公告)日：2014-09-25

申请号：US14296726

申请日：2014-06-05

Applicant: Dean Solon

Inventor： Dean Solon

IPC: H02G15/18 ,  H01R43/00 ,  H01B7/00

CPC classification number: H02G15/18 ,  H01L31/05 ,  H01R4/70 ,  H01R11/28 ,  H01R31/02 ,  H01R43/24 ,  H02S40/34 ,  H02S40/36 ,  Y02E10/50 ,  Y10T29/49194 ,  Y10T29/49195

Abstract: Low leakage electrical joints and wire harnesses for simplifying the electrical infrastructure associated with solar energy utilities are disclosed. The low leakage electrical joints include fused wires that have been sealed, encased and configured to plug into other joints to form wire harnesses. The wire harnesses are particularly well suited for coupling a plurality of solar collector junction boxes to a combiner box.

公开(公告)号：US20130203285A1

公开(公告)日：2013-08-08

申请号：US13761532

申请日：2013-02-07

Applicant: Dean Solon

Inventor： Dean Solon

IPC: H01R13/46

CPC classification number: H02S40/34 ,  H01R13/46 ,  H01R13/514 ,  H01R31/02 ,  H01R43/26 ,  H02G3/08 ,  H05K7/10 ,  Y02E10/50 ,  Y10T29/49117 ,  Y10T29/49208

Abstract: A junction box is affixed to, and electrically coupled with, a solar panel. The junction box is configured to releaseably engage and disengage accessory modules, thereby allowing accessory modules to be replaced or exchanged easily. Accessory modules are electrically coupled with other accessory modules in the solar panel string. The furthest downstream accessory module is connected to a wire harness, which is connected to a central combiner box.

Abstract translation: 接线盒固定在太阳能电池板上并与太阳能电池板电耦合。 接线盒被配置为可松开地接合和分离附件模块，从而允许替换或更换附件模块。 附件模块与太阳能电池板串中的其他附件模块电连接。 最远的下游附件模块连接到与中心组合箱连接的线束。

公开(公告)号：US20240339961A1

公开(公告)日：2024-10-10

申请号：US18625871

申请日：2024-04-03

Applicant: Dean Solon

Inventor： Dean Solon

IPC: H02S30/20

CPC classification number: H02S30/20

Abstract: In general, this disclosure describes a system and method that includes a set of photovoltaic panels that includes two or more photovoltaic panels electrically coupled together. Each photovoltaic panel has a physical connection with at least one other photovoltaic panel in the set of photovoltaic panels and each photovoltaic panel in the set of photovoltaic panels has a mechanical interface configured to interface with a mounting structure. The system further includes a dispenser that comprises a guide configured to align the physical connection of one or more of the photovoltaic panels in the set of photovoltaic panels with receiving hardware of the mounting structure. The dispenser is configured to house the set of photovoltaic panels and sequentially dispense each photovoltaic panel onto the mounting structure as the dispenser moves along a length of the mounting structure.