20130278063 | SOLAR ENERGY COLLECTION, STORAGE AND POWER SUPPLY DEVICE - A solar energy collection, storage and power supply device includes an assembly having a photovoltaic element layer bonded to a heat sink with a plurality of fins and having an outer ledge extending therefrom. A hollow housing has one or more compartments therein, and the housing is coupled to the ledge and extends at least partially around the perimeter of the assembly. An energy storage system is provided within at least one compartment and a power supply system is provided within at least one compartment. | 10-24-2013 |