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`(54) MODULAR PHOTOVOLTAIC LIGHT AND
`POWER CUBE
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`(71) Applicant: Robert F. Schmidt, Pittsboro, NC (US)
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`(52) U.S. Cl.
`CPC oe HO02S 30/20 (2014.12); HO2S 30/10
`(2014.12); HO2S 40/38 (2014.12), H02S 40/32
`(2014.12); H02S 20/30 (2014.12); HO2J 3/383
`(2013.01)
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`Inventor: Robert F. Schmidt, Pittsboro, NC (US)
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`(21) Appl. No.: 15/349,660
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`Publication Classification
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`ABSTRACT
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`Submitted is a modular stationary portable photovoltaic
`solar powered electrical generation, storage and supply
`device and light tower. The device consists of an elongated
`cube or rectangular
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`crate shaped module when the various components, such as
`the solar panel arrays, telescoping mast, and light assembly
`(60) Provisional application No. 62/254,997,filed on Nov.
`or outriggers of the device are retracted to where the
`13, 2015.
`boundaries may be defined by the perimeters of the cube or
`prism. This modular design can allow for the modules to be
`stored, loaded, or shipped quickly,efficiently, and in greater
`quantities on flatbeds, in shipping containers, in warehouses,
`and other settings and modes where they can not only be
`packed endto end andside to side with no unusedspace, but
`can also be stacked up to three modules highfor significantly
`higher storage density. The interconnectivity of multiple
`modules to create incrementally larger power generation,
`storage and distribution systems provides an easily adapt-
`able solution to larger temporary power demands.
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`associated wiring. They require a unique DOT administered
`VIN and,therefore, a title. Many states require a light tower
`to be registered and assigneda state license plate, which is
`renewed annually.
`[0006] Mobile lighting units powered by renewable
`energy sources offer power only to the on board light
`fixtures, denying users the ability to power other devices
`such as phones, computers, small electrical tools, or other
`electrically powered devices directly from the unit.
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`SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
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`[0007] There remains a need in the market for a compact
`modular unit powered by renewable energy that is portable
`but stationary, robust in design so as to withstand rigorous
`use and transport, able to be tightly packed and stacked to
`meet shipping and storage needs, compact so as to fit more
`units in a single transport carrier, and with area and direc-
`tional
`lighting capability as well as AC and DC power
`delivery capability for use powering other electrical devices
`external from the module.
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`MODULAR PHOTOVOLTAIC LIGHT AND
`POWER CUBE
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`CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED
`APPLICATIONS
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`[0001] This application claims the benefit of priority to
`USS. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/254,997 filed
`Nov.13, 2015, the disclosure of which is incorporated herein
`by reference in its entirety.
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`BACKGROUND
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`[0002] Many operations in a variety of settings function
`during the dark hours of the day where activities could not
`proceed without adequate light. Construction, military
`operations, facilities management and maintenance opera-
`tions, parties and special events, athletic events, emergency
`response, and industrial operations are a few examples.
`Fixed and mobile light sources are two optionsthat can help
`to illuminate the setting. Fixed lighting is often character-
`ized bystreetlights, area lighting in the form offlood lights,
`or other permanent structures that are connected to an
`electric utility and operate off of traditionally delivered
`electric power. Mobile solutions includetrailer mounted gas
`or diesel powered lights, as well as trailer mounted lights
`powered with alternative energy.
`[0003]
`Infrastructure limitations to fixed lighting require
`that each site to be lit be hardwired to the utility in order to
`function, a requirement which may mandate continual use of
`the same site to justify the time and expense of such an
`installation. This often does not meet
`the needs of the
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`[0008] Accordingly, the present invention is directed to
`modular photovoltaic light and power cube that obviates one
`or more of the problems due to limitations and disadvan-
`tages of the related art.
`[0009] An advantageofthe present invention is to provide
`a solar powered energy generation module, comprising a
`first plurality of rails forming a base perimeter and defining
`a footprint of a support structure; at least two openings
`extending laterally one rail of the first plurality of rails; at
`least two stabilizer rails extending through at
`least two
`corresponding ones of the first plurality of rails; vertical
`activity. Mobile lighting in various forms may be moved to
`posts extending perpendicularly from the first plurality of
`accommodate the location and timing of the activity, and
`rails; a second plurality of rails forming an upper platform
`may be temporary in nature; however, can be expensive and
`and extending perpendicularly from the vertical posts; an
`loud to run, as well as can impose environmental ramifica-
`upper platform comprising upper rails above the frame
`tions as a result of emissions from the system. Mobile
`support structure comer posts positioned near intersections
`options, while easy to transport individually, do not allow
`of two of the plurality of rails; and at least one mounting
`for efficient use of limited deck space onatractortrailer or
`frame comprising a solar panel array;
`the at
`least one
`cargo space in a shipping container or other cargo transport
`mounting frame connected to the upper platform via by an
`in order to ship maximum multiple units at one time.
`articulating means to provide a range of motion for the
`[0004] The incorporation of a trailer base into a mobile
`mounting frame with respect to the upper platform.
`light tower adds wheels and fenders to the mobile light
`[0010] Additional features and advantages of the inven-
`tower, an addition that may introduce adverse effects while
`tion will be set forth in the description which follows, and
`having no positive impact on performance capabilities. The
`in part will be apparent from the description, or may be
`use of wheels makes the unit more unstable during transport,
`learned by practice of the invention. The objectives and
`thus requiring a more secure and labor intensive restraint
`other advantages of the invention will be realized and
`system. The addition of wheels and fenders as well as the
`attained by the structure particularly pointed out
`in the
`requisite tow bar and hitch on the front of the mobile units
`written description and claims hereof as well as
`the
`that define the present art add width and length to the light
`appended drawings.
`tower. The stowed mast and light assembly projecting from
`[0011]
`To achieve these and other advantages and in
`the back of the current mobile units add more length and
`accordance with the purpose of the present invention, as
`further impede packing and shipping, and therefore impose
`embodied and broadly described,
`in one embodiment, A
`significantlimitations on the quantity of light towers that can
`power generation device comprising a plurality of solar
`be shipped, also significantly increasing the time and diffi-
`powered energy generation modules, each module of the
`culty required to load mobile light towers. The additional
`plurality in electrical communication with another of said
`design challenges created by an exposed light assembly and
`modules, each module comprising a first plurality of rails
`solar panels to an already inefficient footprint produce an
`forming a base perimeter and defining a footprint of a
`even more cumbersome and fragile package. Also, using
`support structure; at least two openings extending laterally
`rubbertires as a foundation of a mobile light tower increases
`one rail of the first plurality of rails; at least two stabilizer
`the maintenance regimen and wear and tear on the unit. It
`rails extending through at least two corresponding ones of
`also introduces the vulnerability of having a worn or dam-
`the first plurality of rails; vertical posts extending perpen-
`aged tire render the unit inoperable.
`dicularly from the first plurality of rails; a second plurality
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`[0005] Designing a light tower onatrailer base creates the of rails forming an upper platform and extending perpen-
`need for driving, directional and brake lights, and the
`dicularly from the vertical posts; an upper platform com-
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`prising upperrails above the frame support structure corner
`posts positioned nearintersections of two of the plurality of
`rails; at least one mounting frame comprising a solar panel
`array; the at least one mounting frame connected to the
`upper platform via by an articulating means to provide a
`range of motion for the mounting frame with respect to the
`upper platform; and a DC/AC inverter.
`[0012]
`In another aspect of the present invention, another
`embodiment of the method according to principles of the
`present invention includes deploying a solar powered energy
`generation module, comprising inserting a material handling
`rail into an opening in a base ofthe solar generation module
`and moving the module using the material handling rail so
`that the module comprising at least one solar array so that
`the solar array faces south; removing the material handing
`rail from the opening; extending stabilizer rails from the
`modules; extending a mast from the module to a desired
`height; turning the mast assembly on a rotating base to a
`desired direction; and deploying the at least one solararray.
`[0013] The details of one or more embodiments of the
`disclosure are set forth in the accompanying drawings and
`the description below. Other features, objects, and advan-
`tages of the disclosure will be apparent from the description
`and drawings, and from the claims.
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`BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
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`[0014] The accompanying figures, which are incorporated
`herein and form part of the specification,
`illustrate the
`modular photovoltaic light and power cube of the present
`invention. Together with the description, the figures further
`serve to explain the principles of the modular photovoltaic
`light and power cube described herein and thereby enable a
`person skilled in the pertinent art to make and use the
`modular photovoltaic light and power cube.
`[0015]
`FIG. 1 is an isometric view of modular light tower
`showing ladder, control box side and extended outriggers.
`One panel array unfolded and extended, one panel array
`stowed
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`FIG. 2 is an isometric view showing telescoping
`[0016]
`mast side (missing winch) and upper rail support structure
`(grating removed) solar panel frame hinge and actuators.
`[0017]
`FIG. 3 is an isometric view showing both solar
`panel arrays extended but folded, light mast extended with
`light assembly at height and battery enclosure
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`DETAILED DESCRIPTION
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`[0018] Reference will now be madein detail to embodi-
`ments of the modular photovoltaic light and power cube
`with reference to the accompanying figures, in which like
`reference numerals indicate like elements.
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`It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that
`[0019]
`various modifications and variations can be made in the
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`present invention without departing from the spirit or scope
`of the invention. Thus, it is intended that the present inven-
`tion cover the modifications and variations of this invention
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`provided they come within the scope of the appended claims
`and their equivalents.
`[0020] The following description of certain examples of
`the inventive concepts should not be used to limit the scope
`of the claims. Other examples, features, aspects, embodi-
`ments, and advantages will become apparentto those skilled
`in the art from the following description. As will be realized,
`the device and/or methodsare capable of other different and
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`obvious aspects, all without departing from the spirit of the
`inventive concepts. Accordingly, the drawings and descrip-
`tions should be regarded as illustrative in nature and not
`restrictive.
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`For purposes of this description, certain aspects,
`[0021]
`advantages, and novel features of the embodiments of this
`disclosure are described herein. The described methods,
`systems, and apparatus should not be construed as limiting
`in any way. Instead, the present disclosureis directed toward
`all novel and nonobviousfeatures and aspects of the various
`disclosed embodiments, alone and in various combinations
`and sub-combinations with one another. The disclosed meth-
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`ods, systems, and apparatus are not limited to any specific
`aspect, feature, or combination thereof, nor do the disclosed
`methods, systems, and apparatus require that any one or
`more specific advantages be present or problemsbe solved.
`[0022]
`Features,
`integers,
`characteristics,
`or groups
`described in conjunction with a particular aspect, embodi-
`ment or example of the invention are to be understood to be
`applicable to any other aspect, embodiment or example
`described herein unless incompatible therewith. All of the
`features disclosed in this
`specification (including any
`accompanying claims, abstract, and drawings), and/orall of
`the steps of any method or process so disclosed, may be
`combined in any combination, except combinations whereat
`least some of such features and/or steps are mutually exclu-
`sive. The invention is not restricted to the details of any
`foregoing embodiments. The invention extends to any novel
`one, or any novel combination, of the features disclosed in
`this specification (including any accompanying claims,
`abstract, and drawings), or to any novel one, or any novel
`combination, of the steps of any method or process so
`disclosed.
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`[0023] As used in the specification and the appended
`claims, the singular forms “a,”“an”and “the” include plural
`referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
`Ranges may be expressed herein as from “about” one
`particular value, and/or to “about” anotherparticular value.
`When such a range is expressed, another aspect includes
`from the one particular value and/or to the other particular
`value. Similarly, when values are expressed as approxima-
`tions, by use of the antecedent “about,” it will be understood
`that the particular value forms another aspect. It will be
`further understood that the endpoints of each of the ranges
`are significant both in relation to the other endpoint, and
`independently of the other endpoint.
`[0024]
`“Optional” or “optionally” means that the subse-
`quently described event or circumstance may or may not
`occur, and that the description includes instances where said
`event or circumstance occurs and instances where it does
`not.
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`the description and claims of this
`[0025] Throughout
`specification,
`the word “comprise” and variations of the
`word,
`such as “comprising” and “comprises,” means
`“including but not
`limited to,” and is not
`intended to
`exclude, for example, other additives, components, integers
`or steps. “Exemplary” means “an example of” and is not
`intended to convey an indication of a preferred or ideal
`aspect. “Such as” is not used in a restrictive sense, but for
`explanatory purposes.
`[0026] The modular photovoltaic light and power cube
`disclosed herein meets the need for a variable and or high
`intensity, directional, energy efficientlight source that can be
`supported by a robust energy storage system and powered by
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`[0031] The modular light and power cube may befitted
`renewable solar energy. Recent improvements in the lumens
`with a retractable mast upon which lights, communication
`per watt output of high intensity lights such as light emitting
`devices, cameras or other equipment may be mounted.
`diode (LED), compact fluorescent or induction or plasma
`Whenretracted, the mast and light assembly will store below
`lamps have increased the light output and decreased the
`the protective grating or other hard surface which will cover
`power input to the point that moderately sized solar arrays
`the entire upper area of the cube. On models with no upper
`and properly sized power storage systems can provide the
`deck surface, the mast and light assembly will retract within
`energy needed to support a reliable, sustainable source of
`the planer boundaries of the structure. This upper deck
`high intensity light.
`surface can also act as a platform for access to the light
`[0027] This new technology can, in many instances, sup-
`assembly or for securing a four point lifting sling to the
`plant the existing source of temporary portable light cur-
`attachmentpointsat or near the corners of the upper deck for
`rently being supplied by diesel powered light towers. By
`crane mobilization. The upper deck may be fitted with a
`replacing the older combustion engine powered technology,
`grated hatch mountedto the top ofthe light assembly which
`the modular photovoltaic light and power cube not only
`can raise with the mast to allow a portal through the upper
`eliminates the need for fossil fuel and the resulting carbon
`deck for the telescoping or folding mast to pass through
`and other emissions and pollutants that carbon based fuels
`whenthe light assembly is raised for operation, and to cover
`produce, it also eliminates the noise pollution produced by
`the opening when the mast is retracted. Alternatively, the
`the combustion engine and the light pollution caused by
`hatch can be hinged to the deck and opened to allow mast
`metal halide bulbs in broad cast reflector housings.
`extension and closed after mast extension to coverthe portal.
`[0028] Generally, the light and powercuberefers to a cube
`Whenin use, the light mast may extend through the deck to
`or rectangular prism-like structure which may contain a
`a height of from 1 to 30 feet. The mast may be designed
`battery based energy storage system poweredbya retract-
`using a series of gradually decreasing diameter concentric
`able folding array(s) of solar panels and from which may
`hollow tubes which store inside each other when retracted,
`extend a telescoping or folding mast fixed with a quantity of
`and each projecting above and supported by the section
`light fixtures which can be individually adjusted to direct
`below when extended. The mast may also beaseries of
`light
`to the desired area or areas to be illuminated. In
`vertical panels interconnected with rolling or sliding tracks
`addition to the supply ofreliable, sustainable light, the light
`that can be extended by pistons, gears or cables in a manner
`and power cube may be equipped with a DC/AC power
`similar to a multistage extension ladder, or can be another
`inverter to supply a reliable source of 110 v or 220 v AC
`mechanical load bearing device capable of raising a device
`power to support additional electronic components. The
`(s) or instrument(s) to a height conducive to module opera-
`light and power cube can also have a 110 v or 220 v input,
`tion. Light is emitted through one or more high efficiency
`DC output, on board battery charger to provide a secondary
`light sources such as LED, induction lights, compact fluo-
`means of charging the battery bank. As used herein, the
`rescent, or similar.
`terms “light and power cube”and “module”are used inter-
`[0032] The module design accommodates multiple modes
`changeably.
`of lifting, moving, stacking, or deployment. On the bottom
`[0029] The light and power cube meets the needsinthe art
`rail and accessible from either side of the module there may
`with a modular design allowing the module or quantities of
`be structural steel or other material ports or pockets of some
`modules to be shipped or stored or deployed with greater
`dimension allowing for the insertion of lifting or moving
`efficiency and at less cost than the prior art technology,
`equipmentthat maybeaforklift, chains, steel, or some other
`enabling the modules to be tightly packed and or stacked in
`lifting or moving device. Similar pockets may exist in or
`various configurations for more compact andflexible stor-
`underthe top rails of the module to enable lifting from above
`age, shipping, and deployment options.
`the module’s center of gravity by fork or sling or other
`[0030] By enabling both the solar panel arrays and tele-
`lifting or moving device. Other ports similar in nature may
`scoping or folding mast supported light assembly to retract
`exist at other points on the frame of the module. There also
`within the planar boundaries defined by the elongated light
`may be placed hooks, eyes, or other means of lifting or
`and powercube, the external structure of the module creates
`securing the module for movement, shipping, storage, or
`its own protective enclosure for shipping or other purposes,
`deployment.
`negating the need for secondary protection. Additionally, the
`[0033] The module maybe securedto a surface in multiple
`module base structure can offer a much larger area of contact
`modes by welding, bolting, or otherwise attaching the base
`with the ground, unlike the extended, unstable point loading
`permanently or semi permanently to a surface. The outer
`present in the outrigger and jack stand support structures of
`rails may be welded, screwed, bolted, attached with angle
`the prior art. The option to ship, store, or deploy the modules
`brackets,
`tied down, strapped, or otherwise secured to
`without wheels also eliminates the maintenance and replace-
`barges, derricks, platforms or other work surfaces where
`ment costs of tires and the down time caused by damaged
`there is a long or short term need or potential for the module
`tires. The photovoltaic array(s) that may accompany the
`to shift under excessive or unpredictable forces.
`module structure may extend, slide, or unfold from the
`[0034]
`In the embodiment shown in FIGS. 1-3, the modu-
`compact stored position to increase the photovoltaic surface
`area, and retract, slide, or fold into a stored position within
`lar light and powercube includes a cube or rectangular prism
`or in close proximity to the module frame or skeleton. The
`shaped open frame support structure 2 having a planar base
`3. The base is constructed of four or more base rails 5
`photovoltaic array may provide power to a battery or bat-
`teries which store power for use powering the lights and/or
`forming the perimeter of the base and defining its footprint.
`the electric distribution center. There may be a backup
`Each of the shorter rails 6 of the base perimeter can be
`on-board alternative power generation system for use when
`fabricated by stacking two hollow tubes and welding or
`batteries run low for a variety of reasons to ensure continued
`otherwise securing them together to form a two bay rectan-
`usefulness of the module as a lighting and/or powerdevice.
`gular tube. Inserted in each of the four bays 7 are four
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`slightly narrower stabilizer rails 9, which may be hollow
`tubes, bars, beamsor structural membersofa similar length
`that can be extended out of the hollow bays 7 on all four
`corners of the base 3. The stabilizer rails 9 can act as
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`stabilizers or outriggers by significantly increasing thelat-
`eral footprint of the base 3 when deployed. To the outer ends
`of each ofthe stabilizer rails 9 can be attached an adjustable
`foot 11 that can be lowered to make contact with the ground
`or other load bearing material to transfer loading forces. To
`the stacked sides ofthe short rails 6 and flush with each end
`are attached the long base rails 13, which may consist of
`heavy gauge C-channel, structural steel or other material,
`and are oriented so that the web forms the outer surface of
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`the long base rail 13 and the upper and lowerflanges are
`oriented to the interior of the base. In the area just under the
`upperflange of the long base rail 13 and equidistant from the
`vertical centerline and each of its ends can be cut two
`rectangular openings 21 into each long base rail 13. These
`openings 21 should be patterned to allow for minimal
`clearance for rectangular lifting tubes 23 to be passed
`through the two corresponding openings 21 in each of the
`two long rails 13. These twolifting tubes 23 should be the
`same length as the short rails 6 to enable flush welding of the
`edges of the tubes to the perimeter of the cut out opening.
`The attached rectangular lifting tubes 23 should be of
`sufficient height and width to allow insertion of forklift forks
`of moderate sizeto facilitate forklift handling of the module.
`The twolifting tubes 23 also act as the load bearing surface
`for the battery enclosure 25, which is mountedto the surface
`of each and within the perimeter of the base.
`[0035] Additionally, to the base 3 are connected, at or near
`each of the four corners of the base, four corner posts 27.
`These provide support for the upper rails 29 and upper
`platform 31 and protection to the components housed within
`the perimeter of the module when notin use.
`[0036]
`Still referring to FIGS. 1-3, the protective structure
`may be shielded from above with an upper platform 31
`which maybe grated or solid, which consists of four upper
`rails 29 connected to the four corner posts 27 that form the
`perimeter frame of the upper platform 31. At various loca-
`tions across the width of the frame can be placed lateral
`braces 33 which act as additional support for the grating,
`grid work or other hard surface, if so provided, that can
`create an accessible work platform and protection for the
`components below the surface. At or near the four opposing
`corners of this upper platform 31 are lifting points which
`may provide connections for a 4 point lifting cable, sling or
`other handling device. These lifting points may also act as
`stacking alignmentfixtures, to provide proper transfer of
`bearing load on lower units when stacked in storage. This
`surface may allow for personnel
`to sit, stand, work or
`otherwise access the top of the module for the purpose of
`servicing or adjusting the light fixtures, attaching or detach-
`ing a lifting device from the lifting points or other functions
`as they become evident.
`[0037]
`In the area of the upper deck directly above the
`telescoping or foldable mast 37 can be located a removable
`or hinged hatch cover 39. This hatch cover may be con-
`structed of four solid or tubular steel sides 41 and covered
`with a grating material similar to that which is used to
`surface the fixed upper platform 31 from which the hatch
`cover 39 may be removed or opened. Additionally, the hatch
`cover 39 maybeattached to the top ofthe light bar 43 which
`itself may be connectedto the top of the telescoping mast 37
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`and from which the individuallight fixtures 45 are attached.
`This method of mounting will allow the hatch cover 39 to
`form part of the upper platform 31 when the mast 37 is
`retracted and allows the mast mounted light assembly 47 to
`pass through the upper platform 31 unobstructed when the
`telescoping mast 37 extends the light assembly 47 to oper-
`ating height. In the case of a hinged hatch, the hatch can have
`a cut out to allow it to be closed after mast deployment
`without being impeded by the extended mast.
`[0038] The mast 37, to which the light assembly 47 may
`be attachedat its uppermost end, may be mountedatits base
`by a spindle bolt and base plate support, or other rotating
`base mechanism which allows the mast to rotate along its
`vertical axis. A fixed mast may also be an option, and the
`capability of rotating the light assembly may be accom-
`plished by incorporating a rotating mechanism orstructure
`to the upper mast and or light assembly to adjust
`the
`orientation of the lights or other mounted device(s) or
`instrument(s). The rotating mast may be additionally sup-
`ported at a sufficient distance above the base assembly 3 by
`a cylindrical collar 53 fixed to a support brace 55 which is
`itself fixed to the commer posts 27 located on either side of the
`mast assembly. Within this collar may be located the low-
`ermostrotating mast section to which maybefixed a smaller
`cylindrical bearing surface placed around this mast section
`and positioned concentrically within the secured outer collar
`53 to create a stabilizing structure capable of allowing mast
`rotation through the support. To the outer collar 53 can be
`attached a threaded or other type of nut, through which a
`threadedor other type of bolt can be screwed which can bear
`on the inner concentric ring to act as a locking mechanism
`whentightened, to prevent unwanted mast rotation once the
`light orientation is selected. Also mounted to the lowermost
`mast section may be a winchingorlifting mechanism. This
`device raises the mast using cables, pistons or other
`mechanical means which through applied mechanical force
`raises the series of interconnected mast sections to carry the
`light assembly, cameras, antennas or other device to the
`elevation desired for operation.
`[0039]
`Still referring to FIGS. 1-3, at or near the top of the
`two opposing long sides of the open frame support structure
`may be two retractable solar panel mounting frames 57
`attached by hinges or other attaching mechanism. To these
`frames are mounted solar panel arrays 59 that may be
`expandedto increase the solar surface area of the arrays and
`pivoted along the horizontal axis to orient the surface of the
`arrays for optimum solar gain. The solar array (and mount-
`ing frame) mayberetracted (or collapsed) to the side of the
`base for storage such that the base with the solar arrays
`forms a generally rectangular prism or cube. The operation
`of expanding the solar array 59 can be performed using
`hinges, roller mechanisms, or sliding tracks to expose addi-
`tional panels in order to increase the surface area for power
`generation when deployed, and to reduce the surface area for
`storage,
`transport, or other movement. The operation of
`pivoting the solar arrays 59 through their range of motion
`maybe performed using actuators, cam levers, gear drives or
`other mechanicallifting mechanism and powered manually
`or by the on board power supply and controlled by switches
`or other device(s) to direct the motion to extendorretract the
`solar arrays to the desired position. The control switches,
`light, or other device activation timers, breakers, and other
`electrical components required for the transfer, activation,
`interruption, or other conditioning or manipulation of the
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`Exhibit 1043 - Page 8 of 11
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`Petitioner Ensign
`Exhibit 1043 - Page 8 of 11
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`May 18, 2017
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`power storage and transmission process can be located in
`control boxes mounted in convenient locations within the
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`rectangular prism shaped open frame support structure. The
`frame support structure includes a base composed of base
`rails forming the perimeter of the base and defining the
`confines of the structure. For long term deployment or in
`footprint of the structure. Corner posts are connected at or
`high wind conditions, the solar arrays can be secondarily
`near the corners of the base, which provide support for the
`supported by adjustable locking braces which can be
`upper platform and protection to the components housed
`anchored to the base and connectedto the solar panel frame
`within the module. An upper platform is composed of upper
`and designed to reduce the stress loading on the primary
`rails that form the perimeter of the upper platform and
`lifting mechanism by external forces.
`provide a support frame for a grated, gridwork or other hard
`[0040] The power generated by the solar panel arrays 59
`surface providing access to the light assembly or other
`can be combined and optimized through a charge controller
`device for adjustment and/or maintenance and a work struc-
`(s) or other voltage regulating device, and stored in a battery
`ture from which