Roof panel systems for building construction

摘要

Roof panels and roof panel assemblies, comprising roof panels and ridge beams, assemblies are disclosed for use in building construction. The roof panels and ridge beams comprise components formed of composite materials, and certain aspects of the invention include designs that provide for the absorption of solar heat and the promotion of hot air flow within the roof to heat the interior building or generate electricity, among other attributes.

主权项

1. A roof panel assembly for attachment to a building, said assembly comprising:
a) a horizontal ridge beam for attachment to two or more load bearing columns or load bearing walls of said building or to an existing roof of said building, said ridge beam comprising a plenum configured for airflow movement therethrough; b) one or more roof panels secured to said ridge beam, each of roof panels having at least one chamber configured for airflow movement therethrough; c) a ridge beam top cap secured to said panels, said top cap extending the length of said ridge beam, and wherein said panel chamber runs perpendicular to said ridge beam such that said chamber is positioned in communication with said plenum of said ridge beam to accommodate air flow therethrough; and d) at least one hollow vertical member in communication with said ridge beam, said at least one vertical member having an inner chamber in communication with said ridge beam plenum and through which air is directed from said vertical member chamber into a building.