Experience
Below are examples of projects and products we have contributed to. Collaboration has been a key to all of them.
Tesla (2/2017 to 12/2018)
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Solar Roof
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Solar Roof version 3 concepts development
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New mounting system, lighter weight, faster install
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Powerwall manufacturing help
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Model 3 battery assembly help
Solar City (12/2013 to 2/2017)
We produced a diverse line of products including:
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Solar Roof, business plan, proof of concepts, multiple certified versions
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Flashing insert
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Supply side interconnection mechanisms
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Commercial rooftop PV mounting system
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Plumbing vent re-route system
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Flat residential roof system
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Tracker
Zep (5/2011 to 12/2013)
We helped develop and scale the platform of Zep hardware which launched rail free and installation focused hardware into the marketplace.
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ZS Comp
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ZS Tile
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Utility scale mounting systems
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Wire management clips
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Platform cost reductions, reliability improvement, massive scaling
Example 1: Commercial Rooftop PV Mounting System
Challenge: Design a low cost, low weight, fast to install mounting system that's compatible with the Zep PV module frame in 6 months.
Solution: ZS Peak mounting system. E-W orientation provides low pressure coefficients, allows tight roof packing, good access, single tool installation.
Successes: Low cost and fast installation with spring button mechanism.
Example 2: Solar Trellis
Challenge: Develop concepts that enable solar to be deployed easily. Remove hurdles like roof area, roof structure, aesthetics, and ensure solutions which can be automated.
Solution: A prefabricated wood structure with glass/glass modules on top affixed to the ground with three choices of anchor depending on ground conditions.
Successes: Beautiful design that enables automated design and permit with fast installation of 2.5 kW of solar.