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Patent drawing for Roofing and siding products having receptor zones and photovoltaic roofing and siding elements and systems using them
US 8,458,967 B2
Construction US 8,458,967 B2 Expired

Roofing and siding products having receptor zones and photovoltaic roofing and siding elements and systems using them

This invention describes a system for installing solar panels directly onto roofing or siding. It involves specialized roofing or siding products, like tiles, shingles, or panels, that have specific areas called "receptor zones" designed to perfectly fit and hold solar panels. These receptor zones have a distinct surface compared to the rest of the roofing product, and the system comes as a kit including both the specialized roofing products and the solar panels.

Why it matters: Solar panel efficiency and cost have improved dramatically since 2009, making integrated roofing solutions more practical and aesthetically desirable. Advancements in building material manufacturing also support such integration.

Status
ExpiredProtection ended and was never renewed
How hard to build
ModerateCustom roofing elements, solar panel integration

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