SMA Solar Technology had two patents in advanced materials during Q4 2023. SMA Solar Technology AG has developed an explosion-proof housing for power electronics units, such as photovoltaic inverters, which includes a cover and housing pan sealed together with fasteners that can be released by rotation. The fasteners are located in the central third of the sides, ensuring a secure closure to prevent explosions. GlobalData’s report on SMA Solar Technology gives a 360-degreee view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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SMA Solar Technology grant share with advanced materials as a theme is 50% in Q4 2023. Grant share is based on the ratio of number of grants to total number of patents.
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Application: Explosion-proof housing (Patent ID: US20230380088A1)
The patent filed by SMA Solar Technology AG describes an explosion-proof housing for a power electronics unit, specifically designed for a photovoltaic inverter. The housing consists of a housing pan and a cover that closes the pan with a seal, with fasteners arranged in a central third of the sides to press the cover and pan together. These fasteners are configured to be released by rotation and engage in latching structures, allowing for easy access and maintenance of the electronics unit within the housing.
Furthermore, the patent includes claims detailing the specific configuration of the housing, such as the arrangement of fasteners in the central third of the sides, the use of quarter-turn fasteners, and the presence of latching structures that deform to allow pressure to escape in case of an explosion. The housing design also includes structural elements on the cover edge to reduce the force required for bending along specific lines. Overall, the patent aims to provide a secure, accessible, and explosion-proof housing for power electronics units, particularly suitable for photovoltaic inverters.
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