摘要 |
<p>A solar panel mechanical connector and frame are provided, facilitating removal of individual panels irrespective of the positions of the panels within an array. The panels include frames having one or more exterior-facing grooved channels for facilitating mounting of the panels on a structure, and for facilitating coupling of the panels to one another, using panel splices. Integrated electrical connection interfaces are provided on opposite sides of each panel frame for coupling with corresponding interfaces of adjacent panels. A spacer component is also disclosed for insertion between adjacent panels to facilitate access to the electrical connection interfaces, provide support and rigidity to the joined panels, provide a grounding path between adjacent panels, and, in cooperation with the panel splices facilitate alignment of the panels towards precluding damage to the electrical connection interfaces.</p> |