A bipv curtain wall assembly with a stone-like texture
By using a rigid fixing structure with limiting screws and snap-fit grooves, and heat dissipation fins on the support base, the problems of loose connection between photovoltaic panels and columns and heat accumulation are solved, realizing the stability and high-efficiency power generation of BIPV curtain walls, and improving the aesthetics and energy-saving effect of buildings.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202522156266.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-10-13
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-25
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-10-13
AI Technical Summary
In existing BIPV curtain wall components with imitation stone texture, the bolt connection between the photovoltaic panel and the column is prone to loosening, leading to system instability, and the heat generated by the photovoltaic panel during operation affects efficiency.
It adopts a rigid fixing structure with limit screws and snap-fit grooves, combined with heat sinks and shape memory alloy sheets on the support base, to achieve a stable connection and active heat dissipation, and convenient maintenance through snap-fit components.
It improves the stability of the curtain wall and the service life of the photovoltaic panels, reduces the impact of heat on the photovoltaic panels, and enhances the building's visual appeal and energy-saving performance.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of bipv curtain walls, specifically a bipv curtain wall component with a stone-like texture. Background Technology
[0002] BIPV curtain wall components are a system that integrates photovoltaic power generation into the exterior facade of a building. BIPV curtain walls can not only effectively utilize solar energy to generate electricity, but also improve the energy-saving performance of buildings. However, existing BIPV curtain wall components still have certain defects in use. During use, because photovoltaic panels themselves usually have a strong industrial and modern technological feel, undecorated photovoltaic panels may be inconsistent with traditional architectural styles, affecting the visual effect of the building.
[0003] To overcome the aforementioned shortcomings, the existing technology (Chinese patent CN218888453U, published on April 18, 2023) proposes a BIPV connection mechanism for photovoltaic modules. This mechanism primarily addresses the problems of complex installation procedures for existing imitation stone photovoltaic modules, which not only increase material costs but also make panel replacement, disassembly, and maintenance difficult. The proposed technical solution includes an imitation stone photovoltaic panel and a wall. Insulation cotton is installed on one side of the wall, and a column is installed on the other side. Angle brackets are bolted to both sides of the column. A T-shaped bracket is detachably connected to one side of the column. A photovoltaic panel sub-frame is installed on the T-shaped bracket, and the side of the photovoltaic panel sub-frame away from the T-shaped bracket is connected to the imitation stone photovoltaic panel. This invention provides convenient replacement and installation of the imitation stone photovoltaic panel, low maintenance costs, short installation period, quick and stable installation, and easy adjustment of the imitation stone photovoltaic panel's front and rear positions, facilitating adjustments to installation flatness. It is mainly applied to the installation of imitation stone photovoltaic module curtain walls.
[0004] While existing technologies enhance the visual appeal of buildings through stone-like photovoltaic panels, in actual use, the bolt connections between the corner brackets of the photovoltaic panels and the columns are prone to uneven stress, which may lead to loosening or deformation of the connection points, thereby affecting the stability of the entire photovoltaic system. The photovoltaic panels also generate heat during operation, causing the surface temperature to gradually rise and affecting the working efficiency of the photovoltaic panels.
[0005] To address the aforementioned issues, there is an urgent need for innovative designs based on existing stone-textured BIPV curtain wall components. Therefore, we proposed that stone-textured BIPV curtain wall components can effectively solve these problems. Utility Model Content
[0006] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a BIPV curtain wall component with a stone-like texture to solve the problem mentioned in the background art. Currently, the market uses stone-like photovoltaic panels to enhance the visual effect of buildings, but in actual use, the bolt connection between the corner brackets connecting the photovoltaic panels and the columns is prone to uneven stress, which may lead to loosening or deformation of the connection parts, thereby affecting the stability of the entire photovoltaic system. The photovoltaic panels generate a certain amount of heat during operation, which causes the panel surface temperature to gradually rise, affecting the working efficiency of the photovoltaic panels.
[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a BIPV curtain wall component with a stone-like texture, comprising a curtain wall body, the side of which is connected via a mounting base, a connecting base inside the curtain wall body, a snap-fit groove on the connecting base, a limit screw threaded into the snap-fit groove, the limit screw being connected through the mounting base, an insulation block inside the curtain wall body, a support base connected to the surface of the curtain wall body via a support component, a photovoltaic panel on the surface of the support base, a stone-like texture layer on the surface of the photovoltaic panel, and a heat sink on the back of the support base.
[0008] Preferably, the support assembly includes a limiting seat installed on the surface of the curtain wall body, and the limiting seat is disposed at the four corners of the surface of the curtain wall body.
[0009] Preferably, a connecting block is connected to the limiting seat via a snap-fit assembly, and a sleeve is installed on the side end of the connecting block.
[0010] Preferably, a support rod is connected inside the sleeve via a shape memory alloy sheet, and the support rod is connected to the back of the support base.
[0011] Preferably, the snap-fit assembly includes a first spring installed inside the connecting block, with the snap-fit block connected to the end of the first spring.
[0012] Preferably, the connecting block has a slot on its side end, and the slot is adapted to the block.
[0013] Preferably, the card block has a sliding groove, which is inclined, and a pressing member is connected through the inside of the limiting seat.
[0014] Preferably, the extrusion member is located inside the limiting seats at the four corners of the curtain wall body surface, and a second spring is connected to the outside of the extrusion member.
[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The stone-textured BIPV curtain wall component, by inserting the limiting screw through the snap-fit groove and connecting it to the mounting base via threaded tightening, improves overall stability. The heat sink on the back of the support base can promptly conduct the heat generated by the photovoltaic panel during operation. Through heat conduction and air convection, the heat is dissipated into the environment, extending the power generation life of the photovoltaic panel. The specific details are as follows: This component uses the curtain wall body as the core load-bearing base. Through the cooperation of the internally preset connecting seats, snap-fit grooves and limiting screws, the curtain wall body is rigidly fixed to the mounting base, and finally stably connected to the building structure. The rigid connection structure can effectively resist the impact of external forces such as wind pressure and vibration, avoid the curtain wall from shifting or loosening during long-term use, and extend the overall service life of the curtain wall.
[0016] The insulation blocks installed inside the curtain wall can fully fill the gaps inside the building, significantly reducing heat transfer between the inside and outside of the building and achieving excellent thermal insulation and energy-saving performance. In summer, they can effectively block the outdoor high temperature from entering the room and reduce the air conditioning cooling load. In winter, they can reduce the loss of indoor heat to the outside and reduce the energy consumption of the heating system, thus meeting the energy-saving requirements for long-term use of the building. The anti-stone texture layer on the surface of photovoltaic panels can highly simulate the appearance of natural stone, perfectly meeting the needs of architectural decoration, allowing photovoltaic modules to blend naturally with the building's appearance, enhancing the overall visual quality of the building, and meeting the personalized needs of various building projects for appearance design.
[0017] The heat sink on the back of the support can dissipate the heat from the photovoltaic panel in a timely manner through heat conduction and air convection, maintaining its high-efficiency power generation temperature range. Combined with the active adaptive adjustment function of the support position achieved by the shape memory alloy sheet, the practicality of the module is further improved. The snap-fit structure design of the connecting block and the limiting seat makes maintenance operations more convenient. During installation, the first spring pushes the snap-fit block to automatically snap into the slot, achieving a stable lock. During disassembly, simply press the squeezing parts inside the four corner limiting seats to quickly pull out the connecting block, which facilitates the later maintenance or replacement of the photovoltaic panel and ensures the stable operation of the photovoltaic system. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall rear view structure of this utility model; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the disassembled structure of the mounting base and the curtain wall body of this utility model; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the support base and the photovoltaic panel of this utility model; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the support base and the heat sink of this utility model; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the sleeve and the support rod of this utility model; Figure 7 This utility model Figure 5 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.
[0019] In the diagram: 1. Curtain wall body; 2. Mounting base; 3. Connecting base; 4. Snap-fit groove; 5. Limiting screw; 6. Insulation block; 7. Support base; 8. Photovoltaic panel; 9. Anti-stone texture layer; 10. Heat sink; 11. Limiting base; 12. Connecting block; 13. Sleeve; 14. Shape memory alloy sheet; 15. Support rod; 16. First spring; 17. Locking block; 18. Locking groove; 19. Slide groove; 20. Extrusion part; 21. Second spring. Detailed Implementation
[0020] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0021] Example 1: In this example, the heat sink 10 on the back of the support 7 can promptly conduct the heat generated by the photovoltaic panel 8 during operation. Through heat conduction and air convection of the heat sink 10, the heat is dissipated into the environment, extending the power generation life of the photovoltaic panel 8. Figures 1-3The technical solution shown includes a curtain wall body 1, with its side ends connected via mounting bases 2. A connecting base 3 is located inside the curtain wall body 1, and a snap-fit groove 4 is provided on the connecting base 3. A limit screw 5 is threaded into the snap-fit groove 4 and threaded onto the mounting base 2. An insulation block 6 is located inside the curtain wall body 1. A support base 7 is connected to the surface of the curtain wall body 1 via a support assembly. A photovoltaic panel 8 is installed on the surface of the support base 7, and an anti-stone texture layer 9 is installed on the surface of the photovoltaic panel 8. A heat sink 10 is provided on the back of the base 7. The curtain wall body 1 serves as the core load-bearing base, and its side end is connected to the mounting base 2. The curtain wall body 1 has a pre-set connecting base 3. The snap-fit groove 4 on the connecting base 3 provides an installation channel for the limiting screw 5. The limiting screw 5 is inserted into the snap-fit groove 4 and connected to the mounting base 2 through the thread, and then tightened to rigidly fix the connecting base 3 and the mounting base 2. Finally, the connection between the curtain wall body 1 and the mounting base 2 is realized, and the whole is then stably connected to the building structure to ensure the building's facade. The safety and integrity of the facade are improved, enhancing overall stability. Furthermore, the insulation blocks 6 inside the curtain wall body 1 fill internal gaps, reducing heat transfer between the building and the interior, while maintaining the curtain wall body 1's insulation and energy-saving performance. In summer, this reduces outdoor heat transfer indoors, and in winter, it prevents indoor heat loss, improving overall practicality. The photovoltaic panels 8 are stably supported on the surface of the curtain wall body 1 by the support base 7. The anti-stone texture layer 9 on the surface of the photovoltaic panels 8 simulates the appearance of natural stone, meeting architectural decoration requirements. This eliminates the need for additional decorative panels, reducing the construction cost of the building facade. The anti-stone texture layer 9 can match different architectural styles, preventing the industrial feel of the photovoltaic panels 8 from damaging the building's aesthetics and enhancing the overall visual quality. The heat sinks 10 on the back of the support base 7 can promptly conduct the heat generated by the photovoltaic panels 8 during operation. Through heat conduction and air convection, the heat is dissipated into the environment, ensuring that the photovoltaic panels 8 remain within their high-efficiency power generation temperature range for a long time, extending their power generation lifespan. Example 2: In this example, the shape memory alloy sheet 14 pushes the support rod 15, causing the support base 7 to move outward. This increases the contact area between the heat sink 10 on the back of the support base 7 and the air, improving heat dissipation efficiency. Specifically, as follows... Figures 4-6As shown, the support assembly includes a limiting seat 11 mounted on the surface of the curtain wall body 1. The limiting seat 11 is located at the four corners of the surface of the curtain wall body 1. A connecting block 12 is connected to the limiting seat 11 via a snap-fit assembly. A sleeve 13 is installed on the side of the connecting block 12. A support rod 15 is connected to the inside of the sleeve 13 via a shape memory alloy sheet 14. The support rod 15 is connected to the back of the support base 7. The limiting seat 11 is connected to the connecting block 12 via the snap-fit assembly. The sleeve 13 on the side of the connecting block 12 is connected to the back of the support base 7 via the support rod 15. The limiting seat 11 is located at the four corners of the curtain wall body 1 because this structure can maximize the distribution of the weight and external load of the photovoltaic panel 8. To avoid localized stress concentration that could lead to cracking or deformation of the curtain wall body 1, ensuring the long-term stability of the overall structure, and reducing the load-bearing pressure on the curtain wall body 1, the shape memory alloy sheet 14 embedded inside the sleeve 13 deforms after the temperature rises. The shape memory alloy sheet 14 pushes the support rod 15, causing the support base 7 to move outward, increasing the contact area between the heat sink 10 on the back of the support base 7 and the air. The entire structure requires no additional power drive. The temperature sensing characteristics of the shape memory alloy sheet 14 enable active heat dissipation regulation, improving heat dissipation efficiency. When the temperature drops, the shape memory alloy sheet 14 will return to its initial shape, preventing the photovoltaic panel 8 from excessively protruding and affecting the building's appearance. Example 3: In this example, pushing the locking block 17 compresses the first spring 16, causing the locking block 17 to disengage from the locking slot 18. At this point, the connecting block 12 can be pulled out from the limiting seat 11, realizing convenient disassembly of the photovoltaic support structure. Specifically, as shown below... Figures 4-7As shown, the snap-fit assembly includes a first spring 16 installed inside the connecting block 12. A snap-fit block 17 is connected to the end of the first spring 16. A snap-fit groove 18 is provided on the side of the connecting block 12, which is adapted to the snap-fit block 17. A sliding groove 19 is provided on the snap-fit block 17, and the sliding groove 19 is inclined. A pressing member 20 is connected through the inside of the limiting seat 11. The pressing member 20 is located inside the limiting seat 11 at the four corners of the surface of the curtain wall body 1. A second spring 21 is connected to the outside of the pressing member 20. The first spring 16 is pre-installed inside the connecting block 12, and the snap-fit block 17 is connected to the end of the first spring 16. When the connecting block 12 is inserted into the limiting seat 11, the snap-fit block 17 is pressed by the inner wall of the limiting seat 11, compressing the first spring 16 and retracting into the connecting block 12. When the connecting block 12 is inserted into place, the snap-fit block 17 aligns with the pre-set snap-fit groove 18 inside the limiting seat 11, and the first spring 16 releases its elastic potential energy, pushing the snap-fit block 17 into the snap-fit groove. 18. The connecting block 12 and the limiting seat 11 are automatically locked to prevent loosening and ensure the stability of the support structure. The locking block 17 is provided with an inclined sliding groove 19. The pressing member 20 passes through the limiting seat 11. The pressing member 20 is fitted with a second spring 21 on the outside to facilitate rebound. When the pressing member 20 is pressed, the end of the pressing member 20 contacts the inclined sliding groove 19, pushing the locking block 17 to compress the first spring 16, so that the locking block 17 is disengaged from the locking groove 18. At this time, the connecting block 12 can be pulled out from the limiting seat 11, realizing the convenient disassembly of the photovoltaic support structure, which facilitates the later maintenance or replacement of the photovoltaic panel 8 and improves the smoothness of maintenance operations. Since the pressing member 20 is set inside the limiting seat 11 at the four corners, the whole disassembly can be achieved with a single press, reducing labor costs and operation time. The contents not described in detail in this specification are the prior art known to those skilled in the art.
[0022] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A BIPV curtain wall component with a stone-like texture, comprising a curtain wall body (1), characterized in that, The curtain wall body (1) is connected to the side end by a mounting base (2). A connecting base (3) is provided inside the curtain wall body (1). A snap-fit groove (4) is provided on the connecting base (3). A limit screw (5) is threaded inside the snap-fit groove (4). The limit screw (5) is connected through the mounting base (2). An insulation block (6) is provided inside the curtain wall body (1). A support base (7) is connected to the surface of the curtain wall body (1) by a support assembly. A photovoltaic panel (8) is provided on the surface of the support base (7). An anti-stone texture layer (9) is provided on the surface of the photovoltaic panel (8). A heat sink (10) is provided on the back of the support base (7).
2. The BIPV curtain wall component with a stone-like texture according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support assembly includes a limiting seat (11) installed on the surface of the curtain wall body (1), and the limiting seat (11) is located at the four corners of the surface of the curtain wall body (1).
3. A BIPV curtain wall component with a stone-like texture according to claim 2, characterized in that: A connecting block (12) is connected to the limiting seat (11) via a snap-fit assembly, and a sleeve (13) is installed on the side end of the connecting block (12).
4. A stone-textured BIPV curtain wall component according to claim 3, characterized in that: The sleeve (13) is connected to a support rod (15) via a shape memory alloy sheet (14), and the support rod (15) is connected to the back of the support base (7).
5. A stone-textured BIPV curtain wall component according to claim 3, characterized in that: The snap-fit assembly includes a first spring (16) installed inside the connecting block (12), and the end of the first spring (16) is connected to a snap-fit block (17).
6. A stone-textured BIPV curtain wall component according to claim 5, characterized in that: The connecting block (12) has a slot (18) on its side end, and the slot (18) is adapted to the block (17).
7. A stone-textured BIPV curtain wall component according to claim 5, characterized in that: The card block (17) is provided with a sliding groove (19), which is inclined, and the limiting seat (11) is connected to a pressing member (20).
8. A BIPV curtain wall component with a stone-like texture according to claim 7, characterized in that: The extrusion member (20) is located inside the limiting seat (11) at the four corners of the surface of the curtain wall body (1), and a second spring (21) is connected to the outside of the extrusion member (20).
Citation Information
Patent Citations
BIPV (building integrated photovoltaics) connecting mechanism for photovoltaic module
CN218888453U