Photovoltaic Shingles for Asphalt Roofs

Summary

Rayva Inc., a leader in integrated solar solutions, specializes in solar products that replace roofing tiles or asphalt shingles. Their products are designed for installation during new construction or roof replacements. This team was tasked with designing a mounting system for their asphalt shingle product that incorporates passive cooling. Solar panels tend to heat up in direct sunlight, and while they are built to handle high temperatures, their efficiency decreases as the temperature rises. The mounting solution includes a passive cooling channel between the solar panel and the roof deck, helping keep the panel cooler and maintain efficiency, even in hot desert summers.