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H01L 31/04 (2006.01) H01L 31/042 (2006.01) H01L 31/048 (2006.01)
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CA 1111535
ABSTRACT A support for a solar cell array includes means in the form of wells on the top surface of the support for positioning the solar cells and limiting the relative movement of the cells, particularly when the completed module including the support array and cover is subjected to environmental loadings. The support structure is formed of a light weight high strength plastic material having integral rib stiffness to provide longitudinal and lateral stiffness, but to allow for torsional flexibility to take support warpage. The support is also provided with a perimeter skirt for mounting supports, and especially completed modules to each other or to an appropriate mounting standard. Optional- ly and preferably, phalanges are also provided in the support structure for versatility in the ways in which the module, having such a support, may be mounted for receiving insulation. At least one junction box, and preferably two junction boxes are provided on the support structure to allow terminations to be encapsulated or otherwise protected from harm by the environment and/or animals. The support includes a perimeter dike on the top surface of the structure which serves to contain a material used to encapsulate cells arrayed on the top surface of the support. The perimeter dike also protects the edges of a cover sheet of rigid transparent material when such material is used in forming a module.
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Caruso Paul J.
Kurth William T.
Borden Ladner Gervais Llp
Exxon Research And Engineering Company
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