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Roof module having an integral solar energy concentrator
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In this paper, the authors proposed a modular roof with an integral solar energy concentrator, which results in a lower weight and easier to install system for placing solar energies concentrators atop a structure, and thus, lower the cost collecting radiant solar energy from atop a building or roofed structure.Abstract:
The present invention relates to a roof module having an integral solar energy concentrator. The present modules can be combined to form a weathertight roof with an integral solar concentrator. Radiant solar energy can be collected from this modular roof using reflected solar energy collectors, among other solar energy concentrating or energy transferring elements. The present invention results in a lower weight and easier to install system for placing solar energy concentrators atop a structure, and thus, lower the cost collecting radiant solar energy from atop a building or roofed structure.read more
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