Portable solar panel power source

摘要

An apparatus and method for portable solar panel assemblies configured to enable the unit to be transported by multiple means in order to provide both grid tied and off grid power as needed. Solar panel assemblies are configured to have a range of rotation of approximately 0 to 25 degrees in two directions to allow efficient sunlight capture. The solar panel assembly in the closed position will allow for more compact and aerodynamic profile when being transported.

主权项

1. A portable power station assembly comprising:
a rocker frame having spaced apart opposing vertically upright bearing frames extending from a base portion of the rocker frame at opposing distal ends of the base portion of the rocker frame, where the opposing vertically upright bearing frames each have respective opposing pivot bearing members; a cradle frame extending between and pivotally attached to the opposing pivot bearing members having a truss support member pivotally attached to the cradle frame to swing inward toward and outward away from the cradle frame, where said truss support includes a roller track extending lengthwise along a top support chord of the truss support member, where distal opposing ends of said cradle frame are respectively pivotally mounted on opposing pivots; and a panel frame adapted for receiving solar panels including a roller engaging the top chord roller track of the truss support member such that the panel is operable to traverse the length of the truss support member along the top chord roller track of the truss support.