Systems and methods for mapping the connectivity topology of local management units in photovoltaic arrays
    21.
    发明授权
    Systems and methods for mapping the connectivity topology of local management units in photovoltaic arrays 有权
    用于映射光伏阵列中本地管理单元的连接拓扑的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US09312399B2

    公开(公告)日:2016-04-12

    申请号:US12904919

    申请日:2010-10-14

    CPC classification number: H02S40/34 G05B15/02 H01L31/02021 H01L31/05 Y02E10/50

    Abstract: Provided are a system and method for determining a connectivity topology of local management units (LMUs) in a solar photovoltaic power generation (SPVPG) system. Each of the LMUs is connected within the SPVPG between a solar panel and a set of power lines of the SPVPG. The set of power lines connects the LMUs to form a network. The connectivity topology of LMUs in the network is determined using, for example, indirect indications of connections of an LMU and the SPVPG and indications of the physical location of the LMU with respect to other elements of the SPVPG.

    Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于确定太阳能光伏发电(SPVPG)系统中的本地管理单元(LMU)的连接拓扑的系统和方法。 每个LMU在SPVPG之间连接在太阳能电池板和SPVPG的一组电源线之间。 该组电源线将LMU连接成一个网络。 使用例如LMU和SPVPG的连接的间接指示以及相对于SPVPG的其他元件的LMU的物理位置的指示来确定网络中的LMU的连接拓扑。

    Systems and methods for an identification protocol between a local controller coupled to control a solar module and a master controller
    22.
    发明授权
    Systems and methods for an identification protocol between a local controller coupled to control a solar module and a master controller 有权
    用于在控制太阳能模块和主控制器之间的本地控制器之间的识别协议的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US09124139B2

    公开(公告)日:2015-09-01

    申请号:US13460545

    申请日:2012-04-30

    Abstract: Systems and methods for local and master management units in a photovoltaic energy system. In one embodiment, a method implemented in a computer system includes sending a first identification code from a local management unit to a master management unit. The first identification code is associated with the first local management unit, and the local management unit controls a solar module. An authentication of the first identification code is received from the master management unit. In response to receiving the authentication, active operation of the local management unit is continued (e.g., for a set time period).

    Abstract translation: 光伏能源系统中的本地和主管理单位的系统和方法。 在一个实施例中,在计算机系统中实现的方法包括将第一识别码从本地管理单元发送到主管理单元。 第一识别码与第一本地管理单元相关联,并且本地管理单元控制太阳能模块。 从主管理单元接收到第一识别码的认证。 响应于接收到认证,继续本地管理单元的主动操作(例如,设定的时间段)。

    Systems and methods to balance solar panels in a multi-panel system
    24.
    发明授权
    Systems and methods to balance solar panels in a multi-panel system 有权
    在多面板系统中平衡太阳能电池板的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US08860246B2

    公开(公告)日:2014-10-14

    申请号:US12567169

    申请日:2009-09-25

    Abstract: Systems and methods to balance currents among a plurality of photovoltaic units connected in series. In aspect, a management unit is coupled between a photovoltaic energy production unit and a string of energy production units. The management unit has an energy storage element (e.g., a capacitor) connected to the photovoltaic energy production unit. The management unit further has a switch to selectively couple to the energy storage element and the photovoltaic energy production unit to the string. The management unit allows the current in the string to be larger than the current in the photovoltaic energy production unit.

    Abstract translation: 在串联连接的多个光电单元之间平衡电流的系统和方法。 在一方面,管理单元耦合在光伏能量产生单元和一串能量产生单元之间。 管理单元具有连接到光伏能量产生单元的能量存储元件(例如,电容器)。 管理单元还具有选择性地将能量存储元件和光伏能量产生单元耦合到串的开关。 管理单元允许串中的电流大于光伏能量生产单元中的电流。

    Systems and Methods for Mapping the Connectivity Topology of Local Management Units in Photovoltaic Arrays
    26.
    发明申请
    Systems and Methods for Mapping the Connectivity Topology of Local Management Units in Photovoltaic Arrays 有权
    用于映射光伏阵列中本地管理单元的连接拓扑的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US20110245989A1

    公开(公告)日:2011-10-06

    申请号:US12904919

    申请日:2010-10-14

    CPC classification number: H02S40/34 G05B15/02 H01L31/02021 H01L31/05 Y02E10/50

    Abstract: Provided are a system and method for determining a connectivity topology of local management units (LMUs) in a solar photovoltaic power generation (SPVPG) system. Each of the LMUs is connected within the SPVPG between a solar panel and a set of power lines of the SPVPG. The set of power lines connects the LMUs to form a network. The connectivity topology of LMUs in the network is determined using, for example, indirect indications of connections of an LMU and the SPVPG and indications of the physical location of the LMU with respect to other elements of the SPVPG.

    Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于确定太阳能光伏发电(SPVPG)系统中的本地管理单元(LMU)的连接拓扑的系统和方法。 每个LMU在SPVPG之间连接在太阳能电池板和SPVPG的一组电源线之间。 该组电源线将LMU连接成一个网络。 使用例如LMU和SPVPG的连接的间接指示以及相对于SPVPG的其他元件的LMU的物理位置的指示来确定网络中的LMU的连接拓扑。

    Systems and Methods for an Identification Protocol Between a Local Controller and a Master Controller
    27.
    发明申请
    Systems and Methods for an Identification Protocol Between a Local Controller and a Master Controller 有权
    本地控制器和主控制器之间的识别协议的系统和方法

    公开(公告)号:US20110173276A1

    公开(公告)日:2011-07-14

    申请号:US12985883

    申请日:2011-01-06

    Abstract: Systems and methods for local and master management units in a photovoltaic energy system. In one embodiment, a method implemented in a computer system includes sending a first identification code from a local management unit to a master management unit. The first identification code is associated with the first local management unit, and the local management unit controls a solar module. An authentication of the first identification code is received from the master management unit. In response to receiving the authentication, active operation of the local management unit is continued (e.g., for a set time period).

    Abstract translation: 光伏能源系统中的本地和主管理单位的系统和方法。 在一个实施例中,在计算机系统中实现的方法包括将第一识别码从本地管理单元发送到主管理单元。 第一识别码与第一本地管理单元相关联,并且本地管理单元控制太阳能模块。 从主管理单元接收到第一识别码的认证。 响应于接收到认证,继续本地管理单元的主动操作(例如,设定的时间段)。

    Apparatuses and Methods to Reduce Safety Risks Associated with Photovoltaic Systems
    29.
    发明申请
    Apparatuses and Methods to Reduce Safety Risks Associated with Photovoltaic Systems 有权
    减少与光伏系统相关的安全风险的设备和方法

    公开(公告)号:US20090133736A1

    公开(公告)日:2009-05-28

    申请号:US12366597

    申请日:2009-02-05

    CPC classification number: H01L31/02021 H02S40/34 Y02E10/50

    Abstract: Apparatuses and methods to reduce safety risks associated with photovoltaic systems by providing a safety switch on a photovoltaic panel. In one embodiment, a photovoltaic panel includes: at least one photovoltaic cell; a connector to output energy from the photovoltaic panel; and a switch coupled between the at least one photovoltaic cell and the connector. The switch is configured to disconnect the at least one photovoltaic cell from the connector during installation of the photovoltaic panel, and to connect the at least one photovoltaic cell with the connector after installation of the photovoltaic panel.

    Abstract translation: 通过在光伏面板上提供安全开关来降低与光伏系统相关的安全隐患的装置和方法。 在一个实施例中,光伏面板包括:至少一个光伏电池; 从光伏面板输出能量的连接器; 以及耦合在所述至少一个光伏电池和所述连接器之间的开关。 开关被配置成在安装光伏面板期间将至少一个光伏电池与连接器断开,并且在安装光伏面板之后将该至少一个光伏电池与连接器连接。

    Automated Model Building and Model Updating
    30.
    发明申请
    Automated Model Building and Model Updating 有权
    自动化模型构建和模型更新

    公开(公告)号:US20090037013A1

    公开(公告)日:2009-02-05

    申请号:US12113613

    申请日:2008-05-01

    Abstract: A system and computer-implemented method for creating a new model or updating a previously-created model based on a template are described. A template is generated from a previously-created model. The previously-created model specifies a set of parameters associated with a manufacturing process, a process tool or chamber. Variables associated with the manufacturing process are acquired, monitored, and analyzed. A statistical analysis (or multivariate statistical analysis) is employed to analyze the monitored variables and the set of parameters. When any of the monitored variables satisfy a threshold condition, a new model is created or the parameters of the previously-created model are updated, adjusted, or modified based on the template and the monitored variables. A user interface facilitating communication between a user and the systems and display of information is also described.

    Abstract translation: 描述了用于创建新模型或基于模板更新先前创建的模型的系统和计算机实现的方法。 从先前创建的模型生成模板。 先前创建的模型指定与制造过程,过程工具或室相关联的一组参数。 获取,监测和分析与制造过程相关的变量。 采用统计分析(或多变量统计分析)来分析监测变量和参数集。 当任何受监视的变量满足阈值条件时,将根据模板和监视变量创建新模型或先前创建的模型的参数进行更新,调整或修改。 还描述了便于用户和系统之间的通信以及信息显示的用户界面。

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