公开(公告)号：US10082641B2

公开(公告)日：2018-09-25

申请号：US14537577

申请日：2014-11-10

Applicant: Craig Roy Werner ,  Kurt James Werner ,  John Funai

Inventor： Craig Roy Werner ,  Kurt James Werner ,  John Funai

IPC: E04H12/00 ,  G02B7/183 ,  F24S23/74 ,  F24S25/00 ,  F24S25/30 ,  F24S25/12 ,  F24S25/13 ,  F24S30/425 ,  F24J2/14 ,  F24J2/52 ,  F24J2/54 ,  F16M11/18 ,  F16M13/02 ,  F24S23/70 ,  F24J2/10

CPC classification number: G02B7/183 ,  F16M11/18 ,  F16M13/022 ,  F24S23/74 ,  F24S25/00 ,  F24S25/12 ,  F24S25/13 ,  F24S25/30 ,  F24S30/425 ,  F24S2023/874 ,  Y02E10/45 ,  Y02E10/47 ,  Y10T29/49826

Abstract: A solar trough frame for holding solar mirrors includes a plurality of chords. The frame includes a plurality of extruded profiles, including chords, chord sleeves, struts, strut end pieces and mirror support pieces, each chord sleeve having at least one chord sleeve fin, each chord sleeve positioned about one of the chords. The frame includes a plurality of struts, at least one of the struts having a strut end piece having at least one strut fin that connects with a chord sleeve fin to connect the plurality of chords. The frame includes a platform supported by the chords and struts on which the solar mirrors are disposed. A chord sleeve for connecting a chord of a solar frame which supports solar mirrors to a strut end piece extending from a strut of the solar frame. A strut end piece for connecting the strut of a solar frame which supports solar mirrors to a chord sleeve of the solar frame. A method for linking a strut of a solar frame which supports solar mirrors to a chord of the solar frame. A method for supporting solar mirrors.

公开(公告)号：US10077921B2

公开(公告)日：2018-09-18

申请号：US14513715

申请日：2014-10-14

Applicant: Eduardo Saucedo

Inventor： Eduardo Saucedo

IPC: F24J2/38 ,  F24S50/20 ,  F24J2/12 ,  F24S23/71 ,  F24J2/06 ,  F24J2/07 ,  F24J2/18 ,  F24J2/54 ,  F24J2/10

CPC classification number: F24S50/20 ,  F24S20/20 ,  F24S23/12 ,  F24S23/71 ,  F24S23/79 ,  F24S30/458 ,  F24S2023/86 ,  F24S2023/874 ,  F24S2030/135 ,  F24S2030/18 ,  Y02E10/41 ,  Y02E10/42 ,  Y02E10/47

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved solar energy concentrating system. The system comprises a dual axis sun tracking paraboloid dish collector on a polar mount, with a re-reflecting mirror in top of the paraboloid dish, which reflects the concentrated solar irradiation into an opening in the paraboloid dish into a light pipe and with a movable third mirror redirects the light into a second light pipe along the polar axis, which with a fourth fixed mirror, sends the concentrated solar irradiation into a third light pipe to the cavity receiver. The invention replaces the need of flexible connectors to accommodate the movement of the mirror, with a combination of mirrors and light pipes, transferring the solar irradiation to a cavity-receiver. Dual axis tracking systems can capture more solar energy, on a more constant basis throughout the day and the year, and by reflecting directly into the cavity-receiver, thermal losses are minimized.

公开(公告)号：US09951971B2

公开(公告)日：2018-04-24

申请号：US13598963

申请日：2012-08-30

Applicant: Craig Roy Werner ,  John Funai ,  Nicholas Palladino

Inventor： Craig Roy Werner ,  John Funai ,  Nicholas Palladino

IPC: E04B7/08 ,  F24J2/14 ,  F24J2/52 ,  F24J2/54 ,  F24J2/46 ,  F24J2/10

CPC classification number: F24S30/40 ,  F24S23/70 ,  F24S23/74 ,  F24S25/13 ,  F24S25/65 ,  F24S30/42 ,  F24S30/425 ,  F24S40/20 ,  F24S2023/874 ,  F24S2025/014 ,  F24S2030/11 ,  F24S2030/13 ,  F24S2030/134 ,  F24S2030/14 ,  Y02E10/45 ,  Y02E10/47

Abstract: An apparatus for transferring force to a frame of a solar mirror array. The frame has at least one structural element. The apparatus includes a torque plate. The apparatus includes at least one node attached to and in contact with the plate which connects with the structural element. An apparatus for attaching a primary solar mirror frame array with a secondary mirror frame array. A solar trough frame for holding solar mirrors.

公开(公告)号：US20170108681A1

公开(公告)日：2017-04-20

申请号：US15314900

申请日：2015-05-28

Applicant: 1930106 Ontario Limited

Inventor： Malik Amjad ,  James Delsaut ,  Gilles Leduc ,  Kelsey Leduc

IPC: G02B19/00 ,  H02S40/22 ,  F24J2/12 ,  F24J2/18 ,  F24J2/10

CPC classification number: G02B19/0023 ,  F24S23/71 ,  F24S23/79 ,  F24S23/80 ,  F24S25/60 ,  F24S2023/83 ,  F24S2023/874 ,  F24S2025/601 ,  G02B19/0042 ,  H02S40/22 ,  Y02E10/42 ,  Y02E10/47 ,  Y02E10/52

Abstract: A light-concentrating lens assembly for a solar energy system, the assembly comprising a primary off-axis quarter-section parabolic reflector for reflecting incident light, a secondary off-axis quarter-section parabolic reflector for receiving light reflected from the primary off-axis quarter-section parabolic reflector, a compound paraboloid concentrator (CPC) for receiving light reflected from the secondary off-axis quarter-section parabolic reflector and a housing for holding the primary and secondary off-axis parabolic reflectors as well as the CPC.

公开(公告)号：US09528724B1

公开(公告)日：2016-12-27

申请号：US13491397

申请日：2012-06-07

Applicant: Braden Hines ,  Christian T. Gregory

Inventor： Braden Hines ,  Christian T. Gregory

IPC: G02B7/18 ,  F24J2/36 ,  G02B5/08 ,  F24J2/02

CPC classification number: F24S20/50 ,  F24S23/70 ,  F24S25/16 ,  F24S30/40 ,  F24S2020/16 ,  F24S2023/874 ,  G02B5/08 ,  Y02E10/40

Abstract: The present invention relates to apparatus and methods for configuring and arranging heliostats for use in a solar power system. The present invention seeks to improve the overall energy harvesting capacity of a heliostat system while using minimal land area and providing maximum access paths. The present invention teaches that, instead of raising the height of the tower or spacing heliostats according to a rigid schedule, it may be advantageous to vary the height of individual mirrors within a heliostat group, thus mitigating blocking while nonetheless permitting adjacent rows of heliostats to be placed close to one another.

Abstract translation: 本发明涉及用于配置和布置用于太阳能发电系统的定日镜的装置和方法。 本发明旨在提高定日镜系统的整体能量收集能力，同时使用最小的陆地面积并提供最大的通路。 本发明教导，根据刚性时间表，代替升高塔架的高度或间隔定日镜，可以有利的是改变定日镜组内的各个反射镜的高度，从而减轻阻挡，同时允许相邻行的定日镜 彼此靠近。

公开(公告)号：US09496436B2

公开(公告)日：2016-11-15

申请号：US13743001

申请日：2013-01-16

Applicant: Monarch Power Corp

Inventor： Joseph Y. Hui ,  Joseph W. Bostaph ,  Richard Howe

IPC: H01L31/04 ,  H02S30/20 ,  G02B5/10 ,  H01L31/054 ,  H01Q15/16

CPC classification number: H01L31/04 ,  F24S23/71 ,  F24S2023/874 ,  G02B5/10 ,  H01L31/0547 ,  H02S30/20 ,  Y02B10/70 ,  Y02E10/42 ,  Y02E10/52

Abstract: An apparatus for the purpose of power generation by collecting or reflecting light using a foldable surface for compact transport, comprising of a circular surface divided into sectors, which in a closed folded position each sector is drawn closed by elevating a radius on one side of the sector on a pivot along the radius, and which in an opened position is held rigid by both radial and circumferential support.

Abstract translation: 一种用于通过使用可折叠表面收集或反射光以进行紧凑传输的发电的装置，包括被划分成扇区的圆形表面，所述圆形表面在闭合折叠位置中，每个扇形被拉近而通过在 沿着半径在枢轴上的扇形部分，并且在打开位置中通过径向和周向支撑保持刚性。

公开(公告)号：US09335067B2

公开(公告)日：2016-05-10

申请号：US13522330

申请日：2011-01-14

Applicant: Alan Reich ,  Gianfranco Gabbianelli

Inventor： Alan Reich ,  Gianfranco Gabbianelli

IPC: G02B7/182 ,  G02B7/183 ,  B23P11/00 ,  F24J2/12 ,  F24J2/10

CPC classification number: F24S23/71 ,  B23P11/00 ,  F24S2023/874 ,  G02B7/182 ,  G02B7/183 ,  Y02E10/42 ,  Y10T29/49885 ,  Y10T29/49904 ,  Y10T29/49947

Abstract: A gore assembly is provided which is made from at least two metal panels. The metal panels comprise downturned flanges along opposing radial edges. The flanges point away from an A-surface of the gore assembly and face a B-surface. The panels are fastened to each other along the flanges on the radial edges. In addition, the gore assembly includes further metal reinforcement members fastened to the B-surface of the gore assembly to provide additional structural support to the gore assembly. Moreover, local attachment brackets can be fastened to the panel reinforcement members for further structural support and for mounting the gore assembly to a chassis.

Abstract translation: 提供由至少两个金属板制成的压铸组件。 金属板包括沿着相对的径向边缘的下降的凸缘。 凸缘指向远离高压组件的A表面并面向B表面。 板沿着径向边缘上的凸缘彼此紧固。 此外，主轴组件还包括紧固到主轴组件的B表面的另外的金属加强构件，以向主体组件提供附加的结构支撑。 此外，局部附接支架可以紧固到面板加强构件以用于进一步的结构支撑和用于将气孔组件安装到底盘上。

公开(公告)号：US20150184895A1

公开(公告)日：2015-07-02

申请号：US14574360

申请日：2014-12-17

Applicant: Ben Shelef ,  Shmuel Erez

Inventor： Ben Shelef ,  Shmuel Erez

IPC: F24J2/46

CPC classification number: F24S40/20 ,  F24S20/20 ,  F24S23/71 ,  F24S25/00 ,  F24S25/10 ,  F24S2023/874 ,  H01L31/0547 ,  Y02E10/47 ,  Y02E10/52

Abstract: A system and method for maintenance of a reflector with. The system may be incorporated to be an integral part of the dish assembly and may be operated autonomously or remotely. The system may include a controller programmed to activate the system according to set schedule or according to reflectivity drop of the light from the dish. The system includes a foldable arm that is folded when not in use so as not to interfere with the operation of the dish. When in use, the arm unfolds and includes injectors to inject fluids, such as air and/or liquids to clean the surface of the dish. The arm may include water injectors followed by drying air injectors, such as air knife. The system may include waste liquid collection system, such as a gutter and reservoir.

Abstract translation: 一种用于维护反射器的系统和方法。 该系统可以结合成为盘组件的组成部分，并且可以自主地或远程地操作。 该系统可以包括被编程为根据设定的时间表或根据来自盘的光的反射率下降来激活系统的控制器。 该系统包括可折叠臂，其在不使用时折叠，以便不干扰盘的操作。 当使用时，臂展开并且包括注射器以注射流体，例如空气和/或液体以清洁盘的表面。 手臂可以包括喷水器，然后干燥空气喷射器，例如气刀。 该系统可以包括废液收集系统，例如沟槽和贮存器。

公开(公告)号：US09057537B2

公开(公告)日：2015-06-16

申请号：US13375275

申请日：2010-06-08

Applicant: Yoel Shwartzman

Inventor： Yoel Shwartzman

IPC: F24J2/52 ,  F24J2/14 ,  F24J2/05 ,  F24J2/07 ,  F24J2/46

CPC classification number: F24S23/74 ,  F24S10/45 ,  F24S20/20 ,  F24S25/00 ,  F24S40/80 ,  F24S2023/874 ,  Y02E10/41 ,  Y02E10/44 ,  Y02E10/45 ,  Y02E10/46 ,  Y02E10/47

Abstract: A support element configured for supporting a heat collection element (HCE) of a solar concentrator in a solar thermal power plant is provided. The support element comprises a post engaging portion being configured for being pivotally articulated to the top of an HCE support post, and an HCE engaging portion being configured for retaining therein the HCE.

Abstract translation: 提供了一种用于在太阳能发电厂中支持太阳能集热器的集热元件（HCE）的支撑元件。 所述支撑元件包括柱接合部分，其构造成用于枢转地铰接到HCE支撑柱的顶部，并且HCE接合部分被配置为在其中保持所述HCE。

公开(公告)号：US20150109695A1

公开(公告)日：2015-04-23

申请号：US14578748

申请日：2014-12-22

Applicant: HELIOFOCUS LTD.

Inventor： YANIR BLUMENTHAL ,  OREN GADOT ,  THOMAS KECK ,  WOLFGANG SCHIEL ,  HRISTO ZLATANOV

IPC: G02B26/08 ,  G02B7/183 ,  G02B19/00

CPC classification number: G02B26/0816 ,  F24S23/77 ,  F24S25/00 ,  F24S30/40 ,  F24S30/452 ,  F24S2020/23 ,  F24S2023/874 ,  F24S2030/115 ,  F24S2030/145 ,  G02B7/183 ,  G02B19/0019 ,  G02B19/0042 ,  Y02E10/47

Abstract: A plural axis sun tracking system, including a base, a spatial structure assembly, and a rotating system mounted on the base for rotating the spatial structure assembly, where the spatial structure assembly includes a frame having a lower portion at a first peripheral end of the spatial structure assembly and an upper portion at a second peripheral end of the spatial structure assembly, the lower portion being more proximal to the rotating system than the upper portion, and an anchoring location for anchoring the spatial structure assembly to the rotating system, the anchoring location located at the lower portion, where the mass of the frame increasingly recedes as the distance from the anchoring location towards the upper portion increases.

Abstract translation: 一种多轴太阳跟踪系统，包括基座，空间结构组件和安装在基座上的用于旋转空间结构组件的旋转系统，其中空间结构组件包括框架，该框架在第一外围端处具有​​下部 空间结构组件和在空间结构组件的第二外周端处的上部，下部比上部更靠近旋转系统，以及用于将空间结构组件锚定到旋转系统的锚定位置，锚定 位于下部的位置，随着距离锚固位置朝向上部的距离的增加，框架的质量逐渐减小。