Solar pv racking

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1. Open source DIY solar photovoltaic racking

Eide, K., 2014. Solar panel racking system. U.S. Patent 8,661,747. [1]

• cost reduction and weather proofing

Cinnamon, B. and Levy, E.E., Andalay Solar Inc, 2008. Mounting system for a solar panel. U.S. Patent 7,406,800. [2]

• plurality of modules

Harberts, J.H. and Klinkman, J.E., APPLIED ENERGY Technology, 2012. Modular solar panel racking system. U.S. Patent 8,276,330. [3]

• usage of ballast holders

Clark, P.D., SUNSEARCH Inc, 1983. Adjustable mounting rack for solar collectors. U.S. Patent 4,371,139. [4]

Dinwoodie, T.L., Sunpower Corp Systems, 2004. Inclined photovoltaic assembly. U.S. Patent 6,809,251. [5]

Hawley, W.W., Atlantic Richfield Co, 1980. Solar panel assembly and support pad. U.S. Patent 4,226,256. [6]

Genschorek, G., Regen Energiesysteme GmbH, 2002. Mounting system for solar panel. U.S. Patent 6,370,828. [7]

Krueger, W.F., Shaw, A.R. and Smith, J.L., Pilkington North America Inc, 1981. System for mounting solar collector panels. U.S. Patent 4,269,173. [8]

Kim, W., Carni, C. and Zuidema, V., IRONRIDGE Inc, 2014. Systems and methods for splicing solar panel racks. U.S. Patent 8,695,290. [9]

Lacey, T.G., Lacey Thomas G, 1987. Apparatus for mounting solar cells. U.S. Patent 4,677,248. [10]

Glidden, S.C. and Alker, G.G., Glidden, Steven C., Alker and Guerin G., 1999. Portable solar power system. U.S. Patent 5,969,501. [11]