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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Jan. 21, 2014
Filed:
Dec. 14, 2011
Robert D. Livsey, Limerick, PA (US);
Joseph C. Gombarick, Jr., Phoenixville, PA (US);
Peter Chihlas, Lansdale, PA (US);
Husnu M. Kalkanoglu, Swarthmore, PA (US);
Michael E. Blackburn, Wichita, KS (US);
Stephen W. Steffes, McPherson, KS (US);
Gregory F. Jacobs, Oreland, PA (US);
Michael J. Noone, Wayne, PA (US);
Robert D. Livsey, Limerick, PA (US);
Joseph C. Gombarick, Jr., Phoenixville, PA (US);
Peter Chihlas, Lansdale, PA (US);
Husnu M. Kalkanoglu, Swarthmore, PA (US);
Michael E. Blackburn, Wichita, KS (US);
Stephen W. Steffes, McPherson, KS (US);
Gregory F. Jacobs, Oreland, PA (US);
Michael J. Noone, Wayne, PA (US);
Other;
Abstract
The present invention relates generally to the photovoltaic generation of electrical energy. The present invention relates more particularly to photovoltaic arrays for use in photovoltaically generating electrical energy. Aspects of the present invention provide a variety of photovoltaic roofing elements and systems that include, for example, interlocking geometries to provide for water handling and integration with conventional roofing materials; and wire management features that can protect wiring and associated electrical components from physical and/or environmental damage.