公开(公告)号：US20100218897A1

公开(公告)日：2010-09-02

申请号：US12777392

申请日：2010-05-11

Applicant: Sergey Frolov ,  Michael Cyrus

Inventor： Sergey Frolov ,  Michael Cyrus

IPC: B32B37/02 ,  B32B37/10 ,  B32B37/12 ,  B32B37/14

CPC classification number: H01L31/0725 ,  H01L31/035281 ,  H01L31/0392 ,  H01L31/03925 ,  H01L31/03926 ,  H01L31/03928 ,  H01L31/048 ,  Y02E10/541 ,  Y02P70/521 ,  Y10T29/5111 ,  Y10T156/10 ,  Y10T156/17

Abstract: A method is provided for producing a hybrid multi junction photovoltaic device. The method begins by providing a plurality of planar photovoltaic semi-transparent modules. Each of the modules is a fully functional, thin-film, photovoltaic device and includes first and second conductive layers and at least first and second semiconductor layers disposed between the conductive layers. The first and second semiconductor layers define a junction at an interface therebetween. The method continues by disposing the modules one on top of another and hybridly adhering them to each other. At least one of the modules is configured to convert a first spectral portion of optical energy into an electrical voltage and transmit a second spectral portion of optical energy to another of the junctions that is configured to convert at least part of the second spectral portion of optical energy into an electrical voltage.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于制造混合多结光伏器件的方法。 该方法开始于提供多个平面光伏半透明模块。 每个模块是完全功能的薄膜光伏器件，并且包括第一和第二导电层以及设置在导电层之间的至少第一和第二半导体层。 第一和第二半导体层在它们之间的界面处限定结。 该方法通过将模块一个放置在另一个之上并将它们彼此粘合地继续。 至少一个模块被配置为将光能的第一光谱部分转换成电压并且将光能的第二光谱部分传输到另一个结，其被配置为转换光学的第二光谱部分的至少一部分 能量转化为电压。

公开(公告)号：US20090211622A1

公开(公告)日：2009-08-27

申请号：US12034883

申请日：2008-02-21

Applicant: Sergey Frolov ,  Michael Cyrus

Inventor： Sergey Frolov ,  Michael Cyrus

IPC: H01L31/042

CPC classification number: H05B33/08 ,  G01N21/255 ,  G01N21/27 ,  H01L31/043 ,  H01L2924/0002 ,  Y02E10/50 ,  H01L2924/00

Abstract: A laminate film includes a plurality of planar photovoltaic semi-transparent modules disposed one on top of another and laminated to each other. Each of the modules includes a substrate, first and second conductive layers and at least first and second semiconductor layers disposed between the conductive layers. The first and second semiconductor layers define a junction at an interface therebetween. At least one of the junctions is configured to convert a first spectral portion of optical energy into an electrical voltage and transmit a second spectral portion of optical energy to another of the junctions that is configured to convert at least a portion of the second spectral portion of optical energy into an electrical voltage.

Abstract translation: 层叠膜包括多个平面光伏半透明模块，其一个放置在另一个的顶部并层叠。 每个模块包括衬底，第一和第二导电层以及设置在导电层之间的至少第一和第二半导体层。 第一和第二半导体层在它们之间的界面处限定结。 所述结中的至少一个被配置为将光能的第一光谱部分转换成电压并将光能的第二光谱部分传输到另一个结，所述另一个结被配置为将第二光谱部分的至少一部分转换成 光能转化为电压。

公开(公告)号：US10211353B2

公开(公告)日：2019-02-19

申请号：US12102664

申请日：2008-04-14

Applicant: Sergey Frolov ,  Michael Cyrus ,  Allan James Bruce

Inventor： Sergey Frolov ,  Michael Cyrus ,  Allan James Bruce

IPC: H01L31/043 ,  H01L31/042 ,  H01L31/054

Abstract: A photovoltaic device includes a plurality of photovoltaic cells disposed in an array in which each cell is adjacent to another cell. Each of the cells includes first and second photovoltaic modules. The first photovoltaic module of each cell is configured to convert a first part of light energy incident thereon into electrical energy and to reflect to the second photovoltaic module of an adjacent cell at least some of a remaining portion of light energy incident thereon. The second photovoltaic module of each cell is configured to convert into electrical energy the remaining portion of the light energy received from the first photovoltaic module of an adjacent cell.

公开(公告)号：US10043929B1

公开(公告)日：2018-08-07

申请号：US14146207

申请日：2014-01-02

Applicant: Sunlight Photonics Inc.

Inventor： Sergey Frolov ,  Allan James Bruce ,  Joseph Shmulovich

IPC: H01L31/0725 ,  H01L31/076 ,  H01L31/078 ,  H01L31/042 ,  H01L31/043

Abstract: A method is provided for converting optical energy to electrical energy in a spectrally adaptive manner. The method begins by directing optical energy into a first photovoltaic module that includes non-single crystalline semiconductor layers defining a junction such that a first spectral portion of the optical energy is converted into a first quantity of electrical energy. A second spectral portion of the optical energy unabsorbed by the first module is absorbed by a second photovoltaic module that includes non-single crystalline semiconductor layers defining a junction and converted into a second quantity of electrical energy. The first quantity of electrical energy is conducted from the first module to a first external electrical circuit along a first path. The second quantity of electrical energy is conducted from the second module to a second external electrical circuit along a second path that is in parallel with the first path.

公开(公告)号：US10017271B2

公开(公告)日：2018-07-10

申请号：US15075097

申请日：2016-03-18

Applicant: SUNLIGHT PHOTONICS INC.

Inventor： Sergey V. Frolov ,  Michael Cyrus ,  Allan J. Bruce ,  John P. Moussouris

IPC: B64C1/00 ,  B64D43/02 ,  B64D43/00 ,  G01F1/32 ,  G01F1/46 ,  G01F1/68

Abstract: Embodiments of methods and apparatus for close formation flight are provided herein. In some embodiments, a method of sensing three dimensional (3D) airflow by an aircraft includes: collecting measurements characterizing airflow near the aircraft; analyzing the collected measurements; creating, by a processor, a computer model predicting one or more 3D airflow patterns parameter values based on the analyzing; obtaining one or more additional measurements characterizing airflow near an aircraft of the plurality of aircraft, and evaluating an error between an airflow parameter value predicted by the computer model and the one or more additional measurement.

公开(公告)号：US09802711B2

公开(公告)日：2017-10-31

申请号：US14070344

申请日：2013-11-01

Applicant: Sunlight Photonics Inc.

Inventor： Allan James Bruce ,  Michael Cyrus ,  Sergey Frolov

IPC: B64D15/20 ,  B64D15/08 ,  B32B5/00 ,  B32B27/08 ,  B32B27/28 ,  B32B27/32 ,  B32B3/26

CPC classification number: B64D15/08 ,  B32B3/26 ,  B32B5/00 ,  B32B27/08 ,  B32B27/283 ,  B32B27/322 ,  B32B2307/30 ,  B32B2307/412 ,  B32B2307/70 ,  B32B2605/18 ,  B64D15/20

Abstract: An ice resistant structure is provided which includes a self-supporting, structural platform, a retaining, protective layer and a subsurface anti-icing (AI) and/or de-icing (DI) layer. The retaining, protective layer is disposed over the self-supporting, structural platform. The subsurface anti-icing (AI) and/or de-icing (DI) layer is located between the self-supporting, structural platform and the retaining, protective layer. The subsurface Al and/or DI layer is a functional layer such that an Al and/or DI agent is released to a surface of the retaining protective layer by an activation mechanism responsive to a change in an environmental condition.

公开(公告)号：US09391700B1

公开(公告)日：2016-07-12

申请号：US14740706

申请日：2015-06-16

Applicant: Sunlight Photonics Inc.

Inventor： Allan James Bruce ,  Michael Cyrus ,  Sergey Frolov

IPC: G02B6/10 ,  H04B10/112 ,  G01J1/42 ,  G01J1/04

CPC classification number: H04B10/1121 ,  G01J1/0422 ,  G01J1/42 ,  G02B6/42

Abstract: A multilayer film or skin for free space optical data transmission includes a first outer layer. The first outer layer has a first laterally extending area that transmits optical data signals received over a range of incident angle. A second layer that includes a second laterally extending area underlies the first layer. At least a portion of the optical data signals received by the second layer from the first outer layer is focused or otherwise concentrated into a substantially reduced area. An optical detector receives the concentrated optical data signals from the second layer. An electrical connection extends from the optical detector to an external receiving device. The multilayer film or skin may be used, for example, in applications involving mobile free space optical communication platforms where low profile, volume and mass and/or enhanced platforms are important.

Abstract translation: 用于自由空间光学数据传输的多层膜或皮肤包括第一外层。 第一外层具有透射在数个入射角范围内接收的光学数据信号的第一横向延伸区域。 第二层，其包括位于第一层下面的第二横向延伸区域。 由第二层从第一外层接收的光学数据信号的至少一部分被聚焦或以其他方式集中在基本上减小的区域中。 光检测器从第二层接收浓缩的光数据信号。 电连接从光学检测器延伸到外部接收装置。 多层膜或皮肤可以用于例如涉及移动自由空间光通信平台的应用，其中薄型，体积和质量和/或增强的平台是重要的。

公开(公告)号：US09391457B2

公开(公告)日：2016-07-12

申请号：US13631158

申请日：2012-09-28

Applicant: Sunlight Photonics Inc.

Inventor： Sergey Frolov ,  Allan James Bruce ,  Michael Cyrus

IPC: H02J3/00 ,  H02J3/38 ,  H01L31/02 ,  H01L31/0236 ,  H01L31/0687 ,  H01L31/076

CPC classification number: H02J3/383 ,  H01L31/02021 ,  H01L31/02366 ,  H01L31/0687 ,  H01L31/076 ,  Y02B10/14 ,  Y02E10/544 ,  Y02E10/548 ,  Y02E10/563 ,  Y02P70/521 ,  Y10T307/707

Abstract: A multi-input electrical power conversion device is provided for converting multiple DC energies each arising from different junctions in a multi-junction solar cells into AC energy. The device includes a plurality of electrical inputs for receiving the multiple DC energies from at least one multi junction solar cell. The number of DC energies id no less than the number of junctions in the multi-junction solar cell. The device also includes at least one DC-to-AC circuit for receiving the multiple DC energies from the plurality of electrical inputs and at least one electrical output receiving at least one AC energy from the DC to AC circuit. The device also includes at least one MPPT circuit operatively coupled to the DC to AC circuit.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种多输入电力转换装置，用于将多个太阳能电池中的不同结点的多个DC能量转换成AC能量。 该装置包括用于从至少一个多结太阳能电池接收多个DC能量的多个电输入。 DC能量的数量id不小于多结太阳能电池中的结数。 该装置还包括用于从多个电输入端接收多个DC能量的至少一个DC-AC电路以及从DC到AC电路接收至少一个AC能量的至少一个电输出。 该装置还包括至少一个可操作地耦合到DC至AC电路的MPPT电路。

公开(公告)号：US09231405B2

公开(公告)日：2016-01-05

申请号：US14015372

申请日：2013-08-30

Applicant: SUNLIGHT PHOTONICS INC.

Inventor： Michael Cyrus ,  Sergey V. Frolov

IPC: H02J3/02 ,  H02J3/00 ,  H02J3/38

CPC classification number: H02J3/00 ,  H02J3/382 ,  H02J3/383 ,  H02J3/386 ,  Y02E10/563 ,  Y02E10/763 ,  Y10T307/615 ,  Y10T307/642 ,  Y10T307/658 ,  Y10T307/718

Abstract: Methods and apparatus are provided for using a renewable source of energy such as solar, wind, or geothermal energy. In some embodiments, the method may include generating electric energy from a renewable form of energy at a plurality of locations at which reside an electric power line associated with an electric power grid. The electric energy generated at each location may be transferred to the electric power line to thereby supply electric energy to the electric power grid.

Abstract translation: 提供了使用可再生能源（如太阳能，风能或地热能）的方法和装置。 在一些实施例中，该方法可以包括在驻留在与电网相关联的电力线的多个位置处从可再生形式的能量产生电能。 在每个位置处产生的电能可以传送到电力线，从而向电力网提供电能。

公开(公告)号：US20150097079A1

公开(公告)日：2015-04-09

申请号：US13856892

申请日：2013-04-04

Applicant: Sunlight Photonics Inc.

Inventor： SERGEY V. FROLOV ,  MICHAEL CYRUS ,  ALLAN J. BRUCE

IPC: B64D33/00 ,  B64D41/00 ,  B64D47/00 ,  F03D9/00

CPC classification number: B64D33/00 ,  B64C39/024 ,  B64C2201/042 ,  B64C2201/066 ,  B64C2201/141 ,  B64D27/24 ,  B64D41/00 ,  B64D41/007 ,  B64D47/00 ,  B64D2041/002 ,  F03D9/007 ,  F03D9/11 ,  F03D9/25 ,  F03D9/30 ,  G05D1/0005 ,  G05D1/101 ,  H02S10/12 ,  Y02T50/53 ,  Y02T50/64

Abstract: Methods and apparatus to harvest renewable energy are provided herein. In some embodiments, a method to harvest renewable energy includes providing an aircraft suitable for untethered flight in an open airspace and an airborne kinetic energy conversion system attached to the airframe, the airborne kinetic energy conversion system comprising a turbine, a generator connected to the turbine, and electrical storage means connected to the generator; flying the aircraft; gaining excess kinetic energy; and converting excess kinetic energy into electricity using the kinetic energy conversion system.

Abstract translation: 本文提供了收获可再生能源的方法和设备。 在一些实施例中，一种收获可再生能源的方法包括提供适用于开放空域中的无螺旋飞行的飞行器以及连接到机身的机载动能转换系统，该机载动能转换系统包括涡轮机，连接到涡轮机的发电机 和连接到发电机的电存储装置; 飞机飞行 获得过量的动能; 并使用动能转换系统将过量的动能转化为电能。