18593407. VEHICLE ROOF INCLUDING SOLAR PANEL simplified abstract (KUBOTA CORPORATION)
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VEHICLE ROOF INCLUDING SOLAR PANEL
Organization Name
Inventor(s)
Roatchanatam Anattasakul of Fremont CA (US)
Shankar Radhakrishnan of Fremont CA (US)
VEHICLE ROOF INCLUDING SOLAR PANEL - A simplified explanation of the abstract
This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18593407 titled 'VEHICLE ROOF INCLUDING SOLAR PANEL
The abstract of a patent application describes a vehicle with a roof that supports a solar panel. The solar panel is located in a main recess of the roof, which also includes at least one secondary recess.
- Simplified Explanation:
- Vehicle with roof supporting a solar panel in a main recess. - Roof has at least one secondary recess.
- Key Features and Innovation:
- Integration of solar panel into vehicle roof design. - Multiple recesses in the roof for solar panel placement.
- Potential Applications:
- Energy generation for electric vehicles. - Increased sustainability in transportation.
- Problems Solved:
- Reducing reliance on traditional fuel sources. - Enhancing energy efficiency of vehicles.
- Benefits:
- Lower carbon footprint. - Cost savings on fuel.
- Commercial Applications:
- Solar-powered vehicles for eco-conscious consumers. - Potential partnerships with renewable energy companies.
- Questions about Solar-Powered Vehicles:
1. How does the integration of solar panels impact the overall weight and aerodynamics of the vehicle? 2. What are the maintenance requirements for solar panels on vehicles?
- Frequently Updated Research:
- Ongoing developments in solar panel efficiency for vehicles. - Advancements in lightweight and flexible solar panel technology.
Original Abstract Submitted
A vehicle includes a roof supported by a frame connected to a main body of the vehicle or defined by a cabin of the vehicle, and a solar panel is attached to the roof. The solar panel is provided in a main recess of the roof, and the roof includes at least one secondary recess.
