Y10T29/49355

CLAMPS FOR SOLAR SYSTEM

A solar power system can include a rail and a solar module disposed on the rail. A clamp assembly can couple the solar module to the rail. The clamp assembly can have a clamped configuration in which the solar module is secured to the rail and an unclamped configuration. The clamp assembly can comprise an upper clamp member, a lower clamp member coupled to the rail, and a stabilization member mechanically engaging the upper clamp member and the lower clamp member. The stabilization member can prevent rotation of the lower clamp member relative to the rail when the clamp assembly is in the clamped and unclamped configurations. In the unclamped configuration, the stabilization member can be biased such that the upper clamp member is disposed at a sufficient clearance above the rail to permit the insertion of the solar module between the upper clamp member and the rail.

SYSTEMS AND METHODS FOR INSTALLING PUSH-IN FASTENERS

During the installation of solar panels, multiple mounting brackets are attached to solar panel frames, typically implemented manually by an installer. Systems and methods for automatic fastener installation are disclosed to facilitate an automatic assembly process for solar tables. The automatic fastener comprises fastener holders, fastener driving blocks, lifters, and actuators to enable an automatic installation process that comprises a fastener loading stage, a fastener positioning stage, a fastener driving stage, and a retracting stage. The actuators may be oriented in opposite directions to offset activation momentum during fastener installation.

Systems and methods for installing push-in fasteners

During the installation of solar panels, multiple mounting brackets are attached to solar panel frames, typically implemented manually by an installer. Systems and methods for automatic fastener installation are disclosed to facilitate an automatic assembly process for solar tables. The automatic fastener comprises fastener holders, fastener driving blocks, lifters, and actuators to enable an automatic installation process that comprises a fastener loading stage, a fastener positioning stage, a fastener driving stage, and a retracting stage. The actuators may be oriented in opposite directions to offset activation momentum during fastener installation.