A suspension apparatus and a method of servicing

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of suspended equipment, belong to new energy power generation technical field, when operating, rise to stratosphere, relative stability under stress, by air bag assembly and conveying assembly make the equipment maintenance convenient, operating cost is low.The suspended equipment for wind power generation can greatly improve power generation efficiency;Reduce site requirements, do not occupy a large amount of land, most human activity areas can be used;Stratospheric wind energy is obtained by suspension device, is not affected by environmental changes, improves power generation stability, day and night without interruption, all-year long period power generation;Construction cost is reduced, transportation cost is reduced.The application also provides a kind of overhauling method, by the method, effectively control overall cost, shorten investment return period, enterprise acceptance is higher, is suitable for widely popularization.The application effect is remarkable, is suitable for widely popularization.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of new energy power generation technology, and in particular to a suspension device and its maintenance method. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, all major economies in the world have announced their goal of achieving carbon neutrality by the middle of this century. As a result, the new energy market has extremely broad development prospects. The increased cost of replacing old energy with new energy is known as the "green premium." Wind energy, which has the lowest green premium, has unlimited potential. However, there are still some problems with the current technology for utilizing wind energy.

[0003] Existing wind turbines have short operating times, require excessively large sites, and occupy large areas of land; they require complete maintenance and replacement when they fail, making maintenance difficult and operating costs high; the energy density of wind energy harvested is too low, resulting in weak power supply; construction is difficult and transportation costs are high; the investment recovery period is too long, deterring private capital investment and hindering promotion; existing suspended generators have a flight altitude limit of 300m, operate in the troposphere, are highly susceptible to weather conditions, and have unstable winds, which is detrimental to integrating the converted electricity into the power grid; existing suspended generators are difficult to ascend and descend, and the limited volume of the levitation balloons restricts the ascent and descent height. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned shortcomings, the present invention provides a levitation device and maintenance method to solve the problems of limited ascent altitude leading to significant weather-related influences in the troposphere, unstable power supply, large equipment footprint, difficult maintenance, high operating costs, and limited applicability in current technologies.

[0005] This invention provides a levitation device, comprising:

[0006] Support components are used to secure the device to be suspended.

[0007] An airbag assembly includes a plurality of airbag units arranged circumferentially along the support assembly, adjacent airbag units are connected by an electromagnet, any airbag unit is electrically connected to the support assembly, and a duct is formed between the plurality of airbag units.

[0008] A delivery component, connected to the support component and detachably connected to the airbag component, is used to deliver any one of the airbag units to the ground for inspection.

[0009] The machine control station is electrically connected to the support assembly, the airbag assembly, and the delivery assembly.

[0010] Preferably, the support component includes:

[0011] A fixing ring is disposed within the duct and is electrically connected to both the airbag assembly and the machine control station. The fixing ring is provided with a first slide and a delivery hole. The airbag assembly is slidably connected to the fixing ring through the first slide.

[0012] The mounting bracket is connected to the fixing ring and passes through the delivery hole to connect to the airbag assembly. The mounting bracket is used to limit the position of the airbag assembly.

[0013] A directional component, connected to the fixed ring and electrically connected to the machine control station, is used to control the heading of the airbag assembly.

[0014] Preferably, the conveying assembly includes:

[0015] A positioning pulley is rotatably connected to the fixed ring;

[0016] A suspension component has a lifting drive connected to one end, and the other end of the suspension component is connected to the lifting drive after passing around the positioning pulley. The lifting drive is set on the ground and is used to pull the two ends of the suspension component respectively.

[0017] An elevator, connected to the suspension component and electrically connected to any of the airbag units, is used to change the position of any of the airbag units.

[0018] Preferably, the orientation component includes:

[0019] The servo motor is connected to the fixed ring and wirelessly connected to the machine control station;

[0020] A wind-stabilizing component is slidably connected to the fixed ring and connected to the servo motor. The wind-stabilizing component includes a plurality of wind-stabilizing blades arranged circumferentially along the fixed ring.

[0021] Preferably, the elevator includes:

[0022] The core includes a locking part that is slidably connected to the suspension and a non-locking part that is fixedly connected to the suspension.

[0023] The outer column is rotatably connected to the core and detachably connected to any of the airbag units.

[0024] Preferably, the suspension member is provided with a plurality of cable reels for preventing the suspension member from getting tangled.

[0025] Preferably, the core further includes a retraction support member rotatably connected to the outer column, the locking part and the non-locking part are both disposed in the retraction support member, the retraction support member is provided with a first retrieval chamber and a second retrieval chamber, the first retrieval chamber and the second retrieval chamber are used for the retrieval and release of the whole cable reel, and the suspension member is disposed sequentially through the first retrieval chamber, the non-locking part, the second retrieval chamber and the locking part.

[0026] Preferably, it further includes:

[0027] The powered airship is detachably connected to the support assembly;

[0028] A conversion component, disposed on the supporting component, is used to convert natural energy or acquire natural information;

[0029] The main transformer station is electrically connected to both the conversion component and the machine control station.

[0030] Preferably, the cable reel is provided with a first connecting hole and a second connecting hole, a fixing member is provided in the first connecting hole, the end of the cable reel where the first connecting hole is located is detachably connected to the suspension member through the fixing member, and the cable reel is slidably connected to the suspension member through the second connecting hole.

[0031] Preferably, the locking part has a cavity, and the cavity has a plurality of locking pulleys. The suspension member extends from one end of the locking part into the cavity and connects with the plurality of locking pulleys, and extends from the other end of the locking part. The plurality of locking pulleys are engaged and fixed with the suspension member.

[0032] Preferably, the fixing ring has an Ω-shaped structure and is provided with a plurality of fixing and pulling members inside; or / and the fixing ring is made of carbon fiber.

[0033] Preferably, the airbag unit has a spindle-shaped structure and is made of a semi-rigid material.

[0034] Preferably, the suspension component is made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene-aluminum composite material; or / and the entire cable reel is provided with a lens for amplifying radar signals.

[0035] Preferably, it further includes a replacement assembly for replacing the old suspension member with the new one, the replacement assembly including a connecting ring and a retaining cable disposed through the connecting ring.

[0036] The present invention also provides a maintenance method for the above-mentioned levitation device, comprising:

[0037] Step 1: The fixing ring monitors the working status of the airbag assembly in real time. When any airbag unit is detected to be in a fault or pending inspection state, a fault signal is sent to the machine control station.

[0038] Step 2: The machine control station receives and processes the fault signal, and controls the elevator to rise to a position close to the conveyor hole;

[0039] Step 3: The machine control station remotely controls the connection between the airbag unit and the fixed ring and the elevator respectively, and connects the airbag unit to be transported to the elevator;

[0040] Step 4: The elevator carries the airbag unit to be transported back to the ground, and the staff inspects the airbag unit.

[0041] Step 5: Transport the repaired airbag unit or the brand-new airbag unit back to the fixed ring via the elevator.

[0042] Preferably, step 3 specifically includes the following steps:

[0043] Step 3.1: The elevator connects to the airbag unit at one end of the airbag assembly that is close to the airbag unit to be transported. At the same time, the connection between the airbag unit and the adjacent airbag unit and the fixing ring is disconnected. If the airbag unit connected to the elevator is the airbag unit to be transported, the elevator carries the airbag unit to the ground and executes step 4; otherwise, execute step 3.2.

[0044] Step 3.2: After the elevator carries the normally functioning airbag unit for a certain distance, it rotates the airbag unit to a position close to the other end of the airbag assembly. At the same time, it controls all the remaining airbag units in the airbag assembly to slide circumferentially along the first slide rail, transporting the airbag unit and connecting it to the end of the airbag assembly away from the airbag unit to be transported, thus executing step 3.1.

[0045] As can be seen from the above scheme, the levitation device provided by this invention is applied in the fields of new energy power generation and new energy power transmission. During operation, it rises to the stratosphere, where the force is relatively stable. The airbag assembly and conveying assembly make the device easy to maintain and reduce operating costs. This device is a semi-permanent power generation system for tethered airships in the mid-to-low stratosphere, significantly improving power generation efficiency; reducing site requirements, not occupying a large amount of land, and usable in most human activity areas; obtaining stratospheric wind energy through the levitation device, unaffected by environmental changes, improving power generation stability, providing uninterrupted power generation day and night, and long-term power generation throughout the year; reducing construction and transportation costs. This invention also provides a maintenance method that effectively controls overall costs, shortens the investment payback period, and is more acceptable to enterprises, making it suitable for widespread promotion. This invention solves the problems of current technologies, such as limited ascent altitude leading to significant weather influence in the troposphere and unstable power generation; large equipment footprint, difficult maintenance, and high operating costs hindering widespread adoption; and its effects are significant. Attached Figure Description

[0046] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0047] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a suspension device provided by the present invention;

[0048] Figure 2 A schematic block diagram of the operation of a levitation device provided by the present invention;

[0049] Figure 3 This invention provides a structural schematic diagram of a lifting mechanism for a levitation device;

[0050] Figure 4 For along Figure 3 Cross-sectional view of the middle BB line;

[0051] Figure 5 This invention provides a schematic diagram of the structure of a fixing ring for a suspension device.

[0052] Figure 6 for Figure 3 Enlarged structural diagram at point C;

[0053] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a replacement component for a levitation device provided by the present invention;

[0054] Figure 8This is a structural schematic diagram of a cross-section of a replacement component of a suspension device provided by the present invention;

[0055] Figure 9 This invention provides a schematic diagram of the structure of a fixing ring for a suspension device.

[0056] Figure 10 A three-dimensional structural diagram of a fixing ring for a suspension device provided by the present invention;

[0057] Figure 11 A side view of the fixing ring structure of a suspension device provided by the present invention;

[0058] Figure 12 A three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of another levitation device provided by the present invention;

[0059] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of another suspension device provided by the present invention;

[0060] Figure 14 This is a side view of another suspension device provided by the present invention;

[0061] Figure 15 This is a schematic diagram of the state structure of the suspended device in step 2 of a maintenance method provided by the present invention;

[0062] Figure 16 A schematic diagram of the state structure of the suspended device in step 3.1 of a maintenance method provided by the present invention;

[0063] Figure 17 A schematic diagram of the state structure of the suspended device in step 3.2 of a maintenance method provided by the present invention;

[0064] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the state structure of the suspended device in step 4 of a maintenance method provided by the present invention.

[0065] Figure 1-18 middle:

[0066] 1. Support assembly; 2. Airbag assembly; 3. Conveying assembly; 4. Conversion assembly; 5. Pneumatic component; 6. Powered airship; 7. Replacement assembly; 11. Fixing ring; 12. Mounting bracket; 13. Orientation assembly; 21. Airbag unit; 22. Duct; 31. Positioning pulley; 32. Suspension component; 33. Elevator; 34. Cable reel; 71. Connecting ring; 72. Enclosing cable; 111. First slide; 112. Conveying hole; 113. Second slide; 114, auxiliary chord; 115, main chord; 116, motor slot; 131, wind stabilizer; 331, locking part; 332, non-locking part; 333, outer column; 334, retraction support; 341, first connecting hole; 342, second connecting hole; 343, fixing part; 1311, wind stabilizer; 3311, cavity; 3312, locking pulley; 3341, first recovery chamber; 3342, second recovery chamber. Implementation

[0067] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention. Example

[0068] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 18 The present invention will now describe a specific embodiment of a levitation device. This levitation device includes a support assembly 1, an airbag assembly 2, a conveying assembly 3, and a control station. The support assembly 1 is used to fix the device to be levied, which may include wind power generation equipment, meteorological monitoring equipment, communication equipment, etc. This device can be widely used in power generation, meteorological observation, national defense, communications, and wireless energy transmission. The airbag assembly 2 includes a plurality of airbag units 21 arranged circumferentially along the support assembly 1. Adjacent airbag units 21 are connected by an electromagnet, and any airbag unit 21 is electrically connected to the support assembly 1. A duct 22 is formed between the plurality of airbag units 21. For example, the airbags... After component 2 is fixed to the fixing ring 11 of support component 1, it forms a giant duct 22 with an inner diameter of more than 30 meters. All airbag units 21 move circumferentially along the fixing ring 11. The conveying component 3 is connected to support component 1 and is detachably connected to airbag component 2. It is used to transport any airbag unit 21 to the ground for maintenance. The machine control station is electrically connected to support component 1, airbag component 2 and conveying component 3. The operator can perform overall control of support component 1, airbag component 2 and conveying component 3 through the machine control station. The machine control station can be wirelessly or wiredly connected to support component 1, airbag component 2 and conveying component 3.

[0069] For ease of explanation, please refer to Figure 12A rectangular coordinate system is established with any point in space as the origin, the direction of movement of the elevator 33 as the Z-axis, the length direction of the airbag unit 21 as the Y-axis, and the straight line direction that is perpendicular to both the Y-axis and the Z-axis as the X-axis. In this system, the XY plane is the horizontal plane, the Z-axis indicates the vertical direction, the positive Z-axis indicates the upward direction, and the position of the fixing ring 11 relative to the airbag assembly 2 is the inner position.

[0070] In this embodiment, the support assembly 1 includes a fixing ring 11, a mounting bracket 12, and an orientation assembly 13. The fixing ring 11 is disposed within the duct 22 and is electrically connected to both the airbag assembly 2 and the machine control station. The fixing ring 11 has an Ω-shaped ring structure, and several fixing and tensioning members are provided circumferentially within the fixing ring 11. These fixing and tensioning members can be steel wires, used to create tensile tension within the fixing ring 11, fixing the shape of the fixing ring 11 and making the structure of the fixing ring 11 more stable. The fixing ring 11 is made of carbon fiber to achieve the purpose of lightweighting. The fixing ring 11 and the airbag unit 21 are... The components are connected by a sliding track, the structure of which is similar to that of a suspended roller coaster. The sliding track is existing technology and will not be described in detail here. The mounting frame 12 is connected to the fixing ring 11 and extends through the conveying hole 112 to connect to the airbag assembly 2. One end of the mounting frame 12 extending beyond the fixing ring 11 is used to limit the movement of the airbag assembly 2. The mounting frame 12 can be two parallel rectangular plates, and the airbag assembly 2 moves between the two rectangular plates. The directional component 13 is connected to the fixing ring 11 and electrically connected to the control station to control the heading of the airbag assembly 2. The airbag assembly 2 can include 12 to 24 airbag units 21 interconnected by electromagnets. Each airbag unit 21 is a giant airbag with a spindle-shaped structure and is made of a semi-rigid material. Anything that can achieve the aforementioned performance functions of the airbag assembly 2 and the fixing ring 11 is within the scope of protection of this application.

[0071] In this embodiment, the conveying assembly 3 includes a positioning pulley 31, a suspension member 32, and a lift 33. The positioning pulley 31 is rotatably connected to the fixed ring 11 and is located at the top of the inner wall of the fixed ring 11. One end of the suspension member 32 is connected to a lifting driver, and the other end of the suspension member 32 passes around the positioning pulley 31 and is connected to the lifting driver. The lifting driver is located on the ground and is used to pull both ends of the suspension member 32. The lift 33 is connected to the suspension member 32 and electrically connected to any airbag unit 21, and is used to change the position of any airbag unit 21. The suspension member 32 passes through the lift 33. The suspension member 32 is a cableway made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene-aluminum composite material, which is more in line with the concept of lightweighting and has a lighter overall structure. The lifting driver can be a motor that can retract and release the suspension member 32. By retracting one end of the suspension member 32 and releasing the other end through the lifting driver, the lift 33 can be moved vertically. The lift 33 integrates a lifting structure and a structure that connects to the built-in structure of the mounting slot on the airbag unit 21 or the mounting bracket 12, i.e., the device to be suspended.

[0072] In this embodiment, the elevator 33 includes a core and an outer column 333. The core includes a locking part 331 slidably connected to the suspension member 32 and a non-locking part 332 fixedly connected to the suspension member 32. The outer column 333 is rotatably connected to the core and detachably connected to any airbag unit 21. The core also includes a retraction support 334 rotatably connected to the outer column 333. The locking part 331 and the non-locking part 332 are both disposed in the retraction support 334. The retraction support 334 is provided with a first recovery chamber 3341 and a second recovery chamber 3342. The first recovery chamber 3341 and the second recovery chamber 3342 are used for the recovery and release of the entire cable reel 34. The suspension member 32 is disposed sequentially through the first recovery chamber 3341, the non-locking part 332, the second recovery chamber 3342, the positioning pulley 31, the second recovery chamber 3342, the locking part 331, and the first recovery chamber 3341. The locking part 331 has a cavity 3311, and a plurality of locking pulleys 3312 are provided in the cavity 3311. The suspension member 32 extends from one end of the locking part 331 into the cavity 3311 and connects with the plurality of locking pulleys 3312, and extends from the other end of the locking part 331. The plurality of locking pulleys 3312 are engaged and fixed with the suspension member 32.

[0073] In this embodiment, the suspension member 32 is provided with a plurality of cable reels 34 for preventing knotting, and each cable reel 34 is provided with a lens for amplifying radar signals. Each cable reel 34 has a first connecting hole 341 and a second connecting hole 342. A fixing member 343 is provided within the first connecting hole 341. The end of the cable reel 34 with the first connecting hole 341 is detachably connected to the suspension member 32 via the fixing member 343, and the cable reel 34 is slidably connected to the suspension member 32 via the second connecting hole 342. For example, the cable reel 34 can be an elliptical disc structure, the spacing between adjacent cable reels 34 can be 500 μm, and the lens is a Luneburg lens, which can effectively amplify radar signals to prevent accidents. The cable reel 34 is equipped with a trigger. When the retraction support 334 is raised or lowered to contact the trigger on the cable reel 34, the fixing member 343 is retracted into the cable reel 34, and the cable reel 34 is separated from the suspension member 32. When the retraction support 334 is separated from the cable reel 34, the fixing member 343 pops out and abuts against the suspension member 32, fixing the cable reel 34 to the suspension member 32.

[0074] In this embodiment, the directional component 13 includes a servo motor and a wind stabilizer 131. The servo motor is connected to the fixed ring 11 and wirelessly connected to the control station. The wind stabilizer 131 is slidably connected to the fixed ring 11 and connected to the servo motor. The wind stabilizer 131 includes a plurality of wind stabilizers 1311 arranged circumferentially along the fixed ring 11. For example, the wind stabilizer 131 includes 14 wind stabilizers 1311. The control station acquires the wind direction and the position and attitude of the airbag component 2 at the location of the device, and controls the servo motor to operate based on the acquired data. The servo motor controls the wind stabilizer 131 to rotate circumferentially along the fixed ring 11, thereby changing the angle between any wind stabilizer 1311 and the horizontal plane, and thus controlling the heading of the device. Here, anything that can achieve the above-mentioned performance function of the wind stabilizer 131 is within the scope of protection of this application.

[0075] In this embodiment, the levitation device further includes a power airship 6, a conversion component 4, and a main transformer station. The power airship 6 is detachably connected to the support component 1. The conversion component 4 is mounted on the support component 1 and connected to the mounting frame 12, and is used to convert natural energy or acquire natural information. The main transformer station is electrically connected to both the conversion component and the control station. The control station and the main transformer station are located on the ground for easy control and observation by operators. After the airbag assembly 2 is installed at the assembly site, it is powered by the power airship 6 to ascend into the stratosphere. In the stratosphere, the power airship 6 pulls the airbag assembly 2 to the area above its destination. The elevator 33 connected to the airbag assembly 2 lowers the suspension component 32 and the cable to the ground and connects them to the main transformer station and the control station. Simultaneously, the power airship 6 returns to the assembly site to continue transporting other airbag assemblies 2 or completing other tasks. This structure, as long as it can achieve the aforementioned performance functions of the power airship 6, is within the scope of protection of this application. Example

[0076] As one specific implementation of this invention, please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 18 The structure of the suspension device provided in this embodiment is basically the same as that in Embodiment 1, except that the fixed ring 11 is provided with auxiliary strings 114 and main strings 115. The main strings 115 are arranged parallel to the movement direction of the elevator 33. The bottom of the fixed ring 11 has an opening, and there are two sets of main strings 115, which are respectively arranged on both sides of the opening. A motor slot 116 is provided between the two main strings 115 for fixing and installing a generator. The fixed ring 11 can be two rings arranged side by side, and the two rings are connected by a connecting rod to form a frame structure. Both ends of the auxiliary strings 114 are connected to the fixed ring 11 and pass through the center of the fixed ring 11. There are several auxiliary strings 114. The auxiliary strings 114 and the main strings 115 are like a taut bow or bicycle spokes. The fixed ring 11 includes a flexible track ring and a composite layer. The composite layer is a composite ring woven from carbon fiber and alloy. This structure better realizes the concept of lightweighting, reduces energy loss, and can achieve higher working efficiency.

[0077] In this embodiment, the suspension device further includes a replacement component 7 for replacing the old suspension component 32 with a new one. The replacement component 7 includes a connecting ring 71 and a retaining cable 72 that passes through the connecting ring 71. One end of the replacement component 7 is connected to the new suspension component 32, and the other end is connected to the old suspension component 32. Both ends of the replacement component 7 are conical structures with a diameter that gradually increases away from the suspension component 32. This structure facilitates the increase in diameter at the connection between the new and old suspension components 32, meaning that even with a larger diameter than the suspension component 32, the replacement component 7 can still smoothly enter the top pulley assembly, resulting in a smoother passage through the positioning pulley 31 without any jamming. Several connecting rings 71 are provided. The retaining cable 72 wraps around two suspension components 32. The connecting rings 71 are divided into two groups and are respectively set on both sides of the retaining cable 72 to press the retaining cable 72 and the two suspension components 32 together, achieving a fixed connection between the two suspension components 32. A certain amount of space is left in the middle of the retaining cable 72, allowing for greater deformation space, making it easier to bend and less prone to damage. After the replacement is completed, remove the connecting ring 71 to remove the surrounding cable 72. This structure is easy to install and remove and will not damage the structure of the suspension component 32, making it more convenient to use. Example

[0078] As one specific implementation of this invention, please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 18 The structure of the suspension device provided in this embodiment is basically the same as that in Embodiment 1, except that the conversion component 4 is provided with a wind-driven component 5, which is used to convert wind energy into mechanical energy. The mounting frame 12 is provided with a mounting groove for fixing the conversion component 4; the wind-driven component 5 can be a wind turbine, and there are two wind turbines, which are respectively arranged on both sides of the conversion component 4. This structure can convert more wind energy and provide more mechanical energy to the conversion component 4; the conversion component 4 includes a gearbox, a generator, and a transformer, wherein the gearbox is connected to the wind-driven component 5 to improve the mechanical energy obtained by the wind-driven component 5 and improve the mechanical energy conversion efficiency; the generator is connected to the gearbox to convert the mechanical energy obtained by the wind-driven component 5 into electrical energy; the transformer is electrically connected to both the generator and the main transformer station, and the transformer is a secondary transformer. It should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention.

[0079] In this embodiment, the fixing ring 11 is provided with a first slide rail 111 and a delivery hole 112. The airbag assembly 2 is slidably connected to the fixing ring 11 via the first slide rail 111, which is arranged circumferentially on the outer surface of the fixing ring 11. The first slide rail 111 can be a groove, with each airbag unit 21 having a slider that mates with the groove; or the first slide rail 111 can be a convex rail, with each airbag unit 21 having a slot that matches the convex rail. All airbag units 21 can slide circumferentially around the fixing ring 11. The inner wall of the fixing ring 11 is provided with a second slide rail 113, and the air stabilizing component 131 is slidably connected to the fixing ring 11 via the second slide rail 113. Here, anything that can achieve the aforementioned performance functions of the first slide rail 111, the second slide rail 113, and the delivery hole 112 is within the scope of protection of this application.

[0080] This type of levitation device can be used for stratospheric power generation, elevating wind power plants, already maturely applied on the ground, to an altitude of 12km. Meteorological data for this region is very readily available in most of my country's airspace. A gale-force wind belt with a stable wind speed of approximately 50m / s exists there day and night, year-round. The wind energy generated in this region could meet 15 times the current human electricity demand. This levitation device enables the long-term replacement of a relatively complex mid-to-low stratospheric tethered airship power generation system. The structural lifespan of core components such as the support component 1, power conversion component 4, and wind turbine component 5 can reach 50 years, thereby extending the lifespan of high-altitude power generation from the current 12-18 months to semi-permanent, significantly improving the economics and practicality of wind power generation. Example

[0081] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 18 A specific embodiment of the maintenance method provided by the present invention will now be described. This maintenance method, used for the aforementioned suspension equipment, includes:

[0082] S1. The fixed ring 11 monitors the working status of the airbag assembly 2 in real time. When any airbag unit 21 is detected to be in a fault or pending inspection state, a fault signal is sent to the machine control station.

[0083] S2. The machine control station receives and processes the fault signal and controls the elevator 33 to rise to a position close to the conveyor hole 112;

[0084] S3. The machine control station remotely controls the connection between the airbag unit 21 and the fixed ring 11 and the elevator 33 respectively, and connects the airbag unit 21 to be transported to the elevator 33.

[0085] The specific steps of S3 include:

[0086] S3.1 The elevator 33 connects to the airbag unit 21 on the airbag assembly 2 near the end of the airbag unit 21 to be transported. At the same time, the connection between the airbag unit 21 and the adjacent airbag unit 21 and the fixing ring 11 is disconnected. If the airbag unit 21 connected to the elevator 33 is the airbag unit 21 to be transported, the elevator 33 carries the airbag unit 21 to the ground and executes S4. Otherwise, S3.2 is executed.

[0087] S3.2 After the elevator 33 carries the normally functioning airbag unit 21 a certain distance, it rotates the airbag unit 21 to a position close to the other end of the airbag assembly 2. At the same time, it controls all the remaining airbag units 21 in the airbag assembly 2 to slide circumferentially along the first slide rail 111, transporting the airbag unit 21 and connecting it to the end of the airbag assembly 2 away from the airbag unit 21 to be transported, thus executing S3.1.

[0088] S4. The elevator 33 returns to the ground with the airbag unit 21 to be transported, and the staff inspects the airbag unit 21.

[0089] S5. Transport the repaired airbag unit 21 or a brand new airbag unit 21 back to the fixing ring 11 via the elevator 33.

[0090] Compared to existing technologies, this type of levitation device significantly improves power generation efficiency. For example, using atmospheric data from over Beijing, its power generation efficiency is 75 times that of China's average annual wind power generation efficiency, increasing it from the current 2 units per square meter to 150 units. While ensuring sufficient power generation and stable operation, the device's average footprint is only 100 square meters, allowing it to be installed on urban rooftops with less space requirements and fewer installation limitations, facilitating widespread adoption. Furthermore, the device operates in the stratosphere, where wind speed and direction are relatively stable, resulting in extremely stable power generation. It generates electricity continuously day and night, year-round, with minimal environmental impact; its transportation costs are low, disregarding terrain limitations, reaching one-fiftieth of current wind power transportation costs, significantly reducing operating costs; the investment payback period can be reduced to 20 months, greatly shortening the investment payback period and making it more easily accepted and widely promoted; it contains enormous energy, and due to its light diffusion principle, it does not affect the ground surface; it has a long structural lifespan and is easy to maintain; the device operates modularly, and in addition to power generation, it can be widely used in meteorological observation, national defense, communications, and wireless energy transmission.

[0091] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on its differences from other embodiments. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably. Content not described in detail in the embodiments of this invention belongs to the prior art known to those skilled in the art.

[0092] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A levitation device, characterized in that, include: Support component (1) is used to fix the device to be suspended; The airbag assembly (2) includes a plurality of airbag units (21) arranged circumferentially along the support assembly (1), adjacent airbag units (21) are connected by an electromagnet, any airbag unit (21) is electrically connected to the support assembly (1), and a duct (22) is formed between the plurality of airbag units (21). The delivery assembly (3) is connected to the support assembly (1) and detachably connected to the airbag assembly (2), and is used to deliver any of the airbag units (21) to the ground for maintenance; The machine control station is electrically connected to the support assembly (1), the airbag assembly (2) and the delivery assembly (3); The support component (1) includes: A fixing ring (11) is disposed in the duct (22) and is electrically connected to the airbag assembly (2) and the machine control station. The fixing ring (11) is provided with a first slide (111) and a delivery hole (112). The airbag assembly (2) is slidably connected to the fixing ring (11) through the first slide (111). Mounting bracket (12) is connected to the fixing ring (11) and passes through the delivery hole (112) to connect to the airbag assembly (2). The mounting bracket (12) is used to limit the position of the airbag assembly (2). The directional component (13), connected to the fixed ring (11) and electrically connected to the machine control station, is used to control the heading of the airbag component (2).

2. The levitation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The conveying assembly (3) includes: The positioning pulley (31) is rotatably connected to the fixed ring (11); The suspension component (32) is connected to a lifting drive at one end, and the other end of the suspension component (32) is connected to the lifting drive after passing around the positioning pulley (31). The lifting drive is set on the ground and is used to pull the two ends of the suspension component (32) respectively. The elevator (33), connected to the suspension (32) and electrically connected to any of the airbag units (21), is used to change the position of any of the airbag units (21).

3. A levitation device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The orientation component (13) includes: The servo motor is connected to the fixed ring (11) and wirelessly connected to the machine control station; The wind stabilizer (131) is slidably connected to the fixed ring (11) and connected to the servo motor. The wind stabilizer (131) includes a plurality of wind stabilizer blades (1311) arranged circumferentially along the fixed ring (11).

4. A levitation device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The elevator (33) includes: The core includes a locking part (331) that is slidably connected to the suspension member (32) and a non-locking part (332) that is fixedly connected to the suspension member (32). The outer column (333) is rotatably connected to the core and detachably connected to any of the airbag units (21).

5. A levitation device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The suspension member (32) is provided with several cable reels (34) for preventing the suspension member (32) from getting tangled.

6. A levitation device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The core also includes a retraction support (334) rotatably connected to the outer column (333). The locking part (331) and the non-locking part (332) are both disposed in the retraction support (334). The retraction support (334) is provided with a first retrieval chamber (3341) and a second retrieval chamber (3342). The first retrieval chamber (3341) and the second retrieval chamber (3342) are used for the retrieval and release of the whole cable reel (34). The suspension member (32) is disposed sequentially through the first retrieval chamber (3341), the non-locking part (332), the second retrieval chamber (3342) and the locking part (331).

7. A levitation device according to claim 2, characterized in that, Also includes: The powered airship (6) is detachably connected to the support assembly (1); A conversion component (4) is disposed on the support component (1) and is used to convert natural energy or acquire natural information; The main transformer station is electrically connected to both the conversion component (4) and the machine control station.

8. A levitation device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cable reel (34) is provided with a first connecting hole (341) and a second connecting hole (342). A fixing member (343) is provided in the first connecting hole (341). The end of the cable reel (34) with the first connecting hole (341) is detachably connected to the suspension member (32) through the fixing member (343). The cable reel (34) is slidably connected to the suspension member (32) through the second connecting hole (342).

9. A levitation device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The locking part (331) is provided with a cavity (3311), and a plurality of locking pulleys (3312) are provided in the cavity (3311). The suspension member (32) extends from one end of the locking part (331) into the cavity (3311) and connects with the plurality of locking pulleys (3312), and extends from the other end of the locking part (331). The plurality of locking pulleys (3312) are engaged and fixed with the suspension member (32).

10. A levitation device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The fixing ring (11) is an Ω-shaped ring structure, and the fixing ring (11) is provided with a number of fixing and pulling members; or / and the fixing ring (11) is made of carbon fiber.

11. A levitation device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The airbag unit (21) has a spindle-shaped structure and is made of a semi-rigid material.

12. A levitation device according to claim 6, characterized in that, The suspension component (32) is made of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene-aluminum composite material; or / and the cable tray (34) is provided with a lens for amplifying radar signals.

13. A levitation device according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a replacement assembly (7) for replacing the old suspension member (32) with a new one, the replacement assembly (7) including a ring (71) and a retaining cable (72) disposed through the ring (71).

14. A maintenance method for a suspension device as described in any one of claims 2-12, characterized in that, include: Step 1: When any of the airbag units (21) is detected to be in a fault or pending inspection state, a fault signal is sent to the machine control station; Step 2: The machine control station receives and processes the fault signal and controls the elevator (33) to rise to a position close to the conveying hole (112); Step 3: The machine control station remotely controls the connection between the airbag unit (21) and the fixed ring (11) and the elevator (33) respectively, and connects the airbag unit (21) to be transported to the elevator (33); Step 4: The elevator (33) carries the airbag unit (21) to be transported back to the ground, and the staff inspects the airbag unit (21). Step 5: Transport the repaired airbag unit (21) or the brand new airbag unit (21) back to the fixed ring (11) via the elevator (33).

15. A maintenance method according to claim 14, characterized in that, Step 3 specifically includes the following steps: Step 3.1: The elevator (33) connects to the airbag unit (21) on the airbag assembly (2) near the end of the airbag unit (21) to be transported. At the same time, the connection between the airbag unit (21) and the adjacent airbag unit (21) and the fixing ring (11) is disconnected. If the airbag unit (21) connected to the elevator (33) is the airbag unit (21) to be transported, the elevator (33) carries the airbag unit (21) to the ground and performs step 4. Otherwise, step 3.2 is performed. Step 3.2: After the elevator (33) carries the normally functioning airbag unit (21) a certain distance, it rotates the airbag unit (21) to a position close to the other end of the airbag assembly (2), and at the same time controls all the remaining airbag units (21) in the airbag assembly (2) to slide circumferentially along the first slide rail (111), transporting the airbag unit (21) and connecting it to the end of the airbag assembly (2) away from the airbag unit (21) to be transported, thus executing step 3.1.

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