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The present invention teaches a solar cell, a solar module, a solar array, a network of solar arrays, and also a solar power grid suitable for providing power for industrial, residential and transportation use. A solar cell or solar module including a plurality of solar cells can be made in a struct

The present invention teaches a solar cell, a solar module, a solar array, a network of solar arrays, and also a solar power grid suitable for providing power for industrial, residential and transportation use. A solar cell or solar module including a plurality of solar cells can be made in a structure configured to have the appearance of natural foliage. Accordingly, a solar array including a plurality of solar modules each including at least one solar cell can be made to resemble a palm tree, a deciduous tree, an evergreen tree, or other type of natural foliage. A network of solar arrays can be made to resemble a row or grove of palm trees, and thus meet the functional and aesthetic demands of landscape architecture. The network of solar arrays can extend for many miles alongside roads, highways, railways, pipelines, or canals, and can further include means for storing and transmitting electric power. In particular, a network of solar arrays can be in communication with recharging stations for use by electric and hybrid transportation vehicles. Accordingly, a network of solar arrays can form at least a portion of a solar power grid.

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I claim: 1. A solar array comprising a structure configured to resemble a palm tree comprising at least one trunk portion and at least one layer comprising a plurality in the range between 5 and 10 solar modules, said solar modules being equally spaced about the circumference of said at least one tr

I claim: 1. A solar array comprising a structure configured to resemble a palm tree comprising at least one trunk portion and at least one layer comprising a plurality in the range between 5 and 10 solar modules, said solar modules being equally spaced about the circumference of said at least one trunk portion in a non-overlapping configuration, each solar module being configured to resemble a palm frond including a stem portion and a blade portion, said stem portion extending from said at least one trunk portion, said blade portion having a top side, a bottom side and an edge, said blade portion including at least one solar cell having a working surface area for capturing sunlight and for providing an electrical energy output, wiring coupled to said plurality of solar modules for conducting said electrical energy output, and at least one mechanical fastener for securing said solar array in an upright position, said at least one trunk portion comprising a plurality of receptacles for receiving and coupling with the stem portions of said solar modules configured to resemble palm fronds, and said receptacles providing points of access to said wiring.