Floating power generation device

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of power generation, and provides a floating type power generation device, which comprises a balloon, a power generation assembly used for generating electric energy and connected with the balloon, and a direction adjuster connected with the power generation assembly; the balloon is used for floating the power generation assembly in the air, and the direction adjuster is used for adjusting the orientation of the power generation assembly. Through the technical scheme, the power generation efficiency of the power generation device can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of power generation technology, and more specifically, to a floating power generation device. Background Technology

[0002] Due to the finite nature of fossil energy and the environmental damage caused by its use, people have begun to seek clean and renewable energy sources. Wind energy, as an environmentally friendly and abundant renewable energy source, is receiving increasing attention from countries around the world. Wind turbines are electrical equipment that ultimately converts wind energy into electricity. Their power generation efficiency is directly related to wind intensity; the stronger the wind, the more electricity is generated. Currently, most existing wind turbines are fixed on towers. Because the height and position of the towers are fixed, and the wind field where the wind turbine is located is also constant, the efficiency of the wind turbine cannot reach its maximum. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this application is to provide a floating power generation device that can improve the power generation efficiency of the power generation device.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this application adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] This application provides a floating power generation device, comprising: a balloon;

[0006] A power generation component, used to generate electrical energy, is connected to the balloon;

[0007] The direction adjuster is connected to the power generation component;

[0008] The balloon is used to float the power generation component in the air, and the directional switch is used to adjust the orientation of the power generation component.

[0009] In one embodiment, the power generation assembly further includes a nacelle, blades disposed at the front end of the nacelle, and a generator and a first battery disposed within the nacelle. The blades are used to convert wind energy into mechanical energy required by the generator, and the generator stores the generated electrical energy in the first battery.

[0010] The power generation components include solar panels, and at least two solar panels are provided, symmetrically arranged on both sides of the nacelle.

[0011] In one embodiment, the floating power generation device includes a hydrogen production device, a second storage battery, a pressure sensor electrically connected to the second storage battery, a hydrogen delivery pipeline, and a steam condensate recovery device. The hydrogen production device is electrically connected to the storage battery, the pressure sensor is installed on the hydrogen delivery pipeline, and the steam condensate recovery device is used to recover water vapor in the air and turn the water vapor into distilled water.

[0012] The two ends of the hydrogen delivery pipeline are connected to the hydrogen production equipment and the balloon, respectively. The second battery is electrically connected to the first battery. The pressure sensor is used to detect the gas pressure inside the hydrogen delivery pipeline.

[0013] In one embodiment, the balloon is connected to the hydrogen production device via a first steel cable;

[0014] A first bearing is provided between the hydrogen production equipment and the nacelle. The first bearing is spaced apart from the hydrogen production equipment and the nacelle. The first bearing is connected to the hydrogen production equipment and the nacelle respectively by a second steel cable. The first bearing can rotate synchronously with the power generation component.

[0015] The floating power generation device also includes a second bearing, which is symmetrically arranged at both ends of the nacelle in the vertical direction with the first bearing. The second bearing is connected to the nacelle by a third steel cable and is spaced apart from the nacelle. The second bearing can rotate synchronously with the power generation component.

[0016] In one embodiment, the floating power generation device includes a first winch, which is connected to the second bearing via a fourth steel cable. The first winch controls the height of the power generation component via the fourth steel cable.

[0017] In one embodiment, the lower end of the first winch is provided with a first positioning component, which is detachably connected to the first winch and is used to fix it to the ground.

[0018] In one embodiment, the floating power generation device includes a controller for controlling the power generation components, and the controller is connected to the first battery via a first cable.

[0019] In one embodiment, a high-current conductive slip ring is provided at the bottom of the second bearing, and the first cable passes through the second bearing and is fixedly connected to the high-current conductive slip ring, and extends to the controller and is electrically connected to the controller.

[0020] In one embodiment, a second winch is provided between the second bearing and the controller, and the second winch is used to adjust the length of the first cable.

[0021] In one embodiment, the floating power generation device includes a receiving device, the receiving component including a battery pack and an inverter, the battery pack being electrically connected to the inverter and the controller respectively.

[0022] The technical solution of this application has the following effects:

[0023] 1. The balloon makes the power generation component float in the sky, enabling it to generate electricity. At the same time, the direction adjuster at the end of the power generation component can freely change its direction under the influence of wind, so that the power generation component always faces the wind, thereby improving the power generation efficiency of the floating power generation device.

[0024] In addition, this application uses balloons, power generation components, and deflectors to generate electricity, which reduces the site area and production costs compared to large tower power generation equipment, and is highly adaptable.

[0025] 2. The power generation components include solar panels. Based on wind power generation, solar panels absorb solar energy to generate solar power, thereby further improving the overall power generation efficiency of the power generation components. Attached Figure Description

[0026] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments of this application will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the floating power generation device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0028] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of one of the first positioning components and the first winch provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of another first positioning component and a first winch provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0030] Icons: 1-Balloon; 2-Power generation component; 21-Nacelle; 22-Blade; 23-Solar panel; 3-Hydrogen production equipment; 4-Hydrogen transmission pipeline; 5-First bearing; 6-Second steel cable; 7-Second bearing; 71-High current conductive slip ring; 8-First cable; 9-Second cable; 10-First winch; 101-Plug slot; 11-First fixing seat; 12-Positioning bracket; 13-Second winch; 14-Counterweight; 15-Second positioning bracket; 16-Controller; 17-Battery pack; 18-Inverter; 19-Directional switch. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0032] It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures indicate similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures. Furthermore, in the description of this application, terms such as "first," "second," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0033] like Figure 1 As shown in the figure, this application embodiment introduces a floating power generation device. When in use, the power generation device can float in the sky and generate electricity through wind and / or solar power. After the electricity is generated, it can be transmitted to nearby residents for use. Compared with the conventional tower power generation technology, the floating power generation device of this application embodiment has stronger applicability and can be applied in multiple scenarios, such as desert areas or mountain villages. At the same time, it can also reduce the land area and production costs.

[0034] like Figure 1 As shown, the floating power generation device of this application embodiment includes a balloon 1, which, after being filled with hydrogen, can float in the sky; and a power generation component 2, connected to the balloon 1. When the balloon 1 floats in the sky, it can drive the power generation component 2 to float in the sky simultaneously, and the power generation component 2 can generate electricity in the sky to supply power to residents near the power generation device. A direction adjuster 19 is provided at the end of the power generation component 2. The direction adjuster 19 can adjust the direction of the power generation component 2 according to different wind directions, so that the power generation component 2 always faces the wind direction. Compared with the tower-type power generation system in the current technology, which cannot adjust the direction of the impeller according to the wind direction, the power generation component 2 of this application embodiment always faces the wind direction, improving the power generation efficiency of the power generation component 2 and ensuring the maximization of the power generation efficiency of the power generation component 2.

[0035] Optionally, balloon 1 is an overpressure balloon.

[0036] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the power generation component 2 includes a wind power generation module, which includes blades 22, a generator, and a first battery. The power generation component 2 also includes a nacelle 21. The blades 22 are located at the front end of the nacelle 21. The generator and the first battery are installed inside the nacelle 21. When the blades 22 are in the air, they can convert wind energy into mechanical energy of the generator. The generator converts the mechanical energy into electrical energy and stores it in the first battery. The first battery transmits the electrical energy to the battery pack 17. The battery pack 17 transmits the electrical energy to nearby residents through the inverter 18.

[0037] The power generation component 2 also includes a solar power generation module, which includes a solar panel 23. At least two solar panels 23 are provided and are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the nacelle 21. The solar panels 23 can convert solar energy into electrical energy and store it in the first battery, thereby cooperating with the wind power generation module to further improve the power generation efficiency of the power generation device.

[0038] Optionally, the blade 22 and the directional switch 19 are respectively located at the front and rear ends of the nacelle 21. By adjusting the direction of the directional switch 19, the front blade 22 is always oriented towards the wind direction, thereby improving power generation efficiency.

[0039] Optionally, more solar panels 23 can be installed to improve the power generation efficiency of the power generation module 2.

[0040] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the floating power generation device includes a hydrogen production unit 3, a second battery, a pressure sensor, a hydrogen delivery pipeline 4, and a steam condensate recovery device. The second battery is electrically connected to both the hydrogen production unit 3 and the pressure sensor. The pressure sensor is installed on the hydrogen delivery pipeline 4 to determine the pressure of the gas inside the pipeline and further determine whether hydrogen replenishment to the balloon 1 is necessary. The power generation device also includes the hydrogen delivery pipeline 4, whose two ends are connected to the hydrogen production unit 3 and the balloon 1, respectively.

[0041] When hydrogen needs to be replenished to balloon 1, the hydrogen production device 3 can use the direct current in the second storage battery to electrolyze the distilled water collected by the steam condensate recovery device to generate hydrogen, which is then transported to balloon 1 through the hydrogen delivery pipeline 4 for replenishment.

[0042] Optionally, the hydrogen production device 3 includes a housing, and the second battery can be placed outside or inside the housing, thereby reducing the volume occupied by the hydrogen production device 3. The embodiment of this application does not specifically limit the placement of the second battery.

[0043] Optionally, when the power generation device is floating in the sky, the steam condensate recovery device can recover water vapor in the air and turn the water vapor into distilled water. When it is necessary to replenish hydrogen to balloon 1, the hydrogen production device 3 electrolyzes the distilled water to generate hydrogen, which is then transported to balloon 1 through hydrogen delivery pipe 4. The installation location of the steam condensate recovery device is not specifically limited in this embodiment.

[0044] Optionally, the first battery and the second battery are electrically connected via a second cable 9. The first battery will transmit a small portion of its power to the second battery for use by the hydrogen production equipment 3, while the majority of its power will be transmitted to the battery pack 17 for use by nearby residents.

[0045] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the balloon 1 and the hydrogen production equipment 3 are connected by a first steel cable to ensure the stability between the hydrogen production equipment 3 and the balloon 1. A first bearing 5 is provided between the hydrogen production equipment 3 and the cabin 21. The first bearing 5 is spaced apart from the hydrogen production equipment 3 and the cabin 21 respectively. When the power generation device floats in the sky, the first bearing 5 is located at the lower end of the hydrogen production equipment 3. By setting the first bearing 5, the first bearing 5 can rotate synchronously with the power generation component 2, so that when the power generation component 2 rotates with the wind direction, it will not cause the hydrogen production equipment 3, the second battery and other components to rotate synchronously, nor will it affect other components, thereby improving the adaptability and power generation efficiency of the power generation device.

[0046] Optionally, the first bearing 5 includes an inner ring and an outer ring. The inner ring is connected to the nacelle 21 via a second steel cable 6, and the outer ring is connected to the hydrogen production equipment 3 via a second steel cable 6. When the nacelle 21 rotates, its inner ring will rotate synchronously, while the outer ring will not rotate with the inner ring, thereby avoiding the nacelle 21 from affecting the hydrogen production equipment 3 when it rotates.

[0047] Optionally, the center of the first bearing 5 is provided with a through hole for the second cable 9 to pass through. The diameter of the through hole is larger than the diameter of the second cable 9 to avoid friction between the first bearing 5 and the cable. One end of the second cable 9 is connected to the first battery, and the other end passes through the first bearing 5 and is connected to the second battery.

[0048] like Figure 1 As shown, the power generation device also includes a second bearing 7, which is symmetrically arranged at both ends of the nacelle 21 in the vertical direction with the first bearing 5. The second bearing 7 is connected to the nacelle 21 by a third steel cable. The second bearing 7 and the first bearing 5 have the same function, which is to rotate synchronously with the power generation component 2, thereby avoiding the fourth steel cable from getting tangled.

[0049] Optionally, the structure of the second bearing 7 is the same as that of the first bearing 5, including an inner ring and an outer ring. The inner ring is connected to the first winch 10 via a fourth steel cable, and the outer ring is connected to the bottom of the nacelle 21 via a third steel cable. When the nacelle 21 rotates due to the direction adjustment of the steering gear 19, its outer ring rotates synchronously with the nacelle 21, while the inner ring is stationary relative to the outer ring, thereby preventing the fourth steel cable from getting tangled when the nacelle 21 rotates.

[0050] Optionally, the third cable can be connected to the inner ring, while the fourth cable can be connected to the outer ring.

[0051] like Figure 1As shown, in one embodiment, the floating power generation device includes a first winch 10, which is connected to the second bearing 7 by a fourth steel cable. The fourth steel cable is wound around the first winch 10, and the length of the fourth steel cable can be controlled by the first winch 10, thereby further controlling the height of the power generation component 2.

[0052] In one implementation, the lower end of the first winch 10 is provided with a first positioning component. The first positioning component is detachably connected to the first winch 10 and is used to fix it to the ground. By setting the first positioning component to be detachably connected to the first winch 10, it is convenient to replace different first positioning components. When encountering different geological environments, by replacing different first positioning components, the fixing requirements of the first positioning component to the ground can be met, thus expanding the applicable environment of the power generation device.

[0053] like Figure 1 and 2 As shown, optionally, the first positioning component includes a first fixed base 11 and a positioning bracket 12 connected to the first fixed base 11. The first fixed base 11 is detachably connected to the first winch 10, and the positioning bracket 12 is fixedly connected to the ground by bolts. This embodiment can be applied to places where the ground is relatively hard.

[0054] like Figure 2 As shown, optionally, the lower end of the first winch 10 is provided with a plug-in groove 101, and the first fixing seat 11 can be inserted into the plug-in groove 101, thereby realizing the detachable connection between the first positioning component and the first winch 10. Of course, the first fixing seat 11 can also be connected to the lower end of the first winch 10 by bolts, which can also realize the detachable connection.

[0055] Optionally, a slide rail is also installed in the plug slot 101, and the first fixing seat 11 can be placed in the plug slot 101 or slide out of the plug slot 101 via the slide rail.

[0056] like Figure 3 As shown, in another embodiment, the first positioning component includes a first fixed base 11 and a counterweight 14 connected to the first fixed base 11. The first fixed base 11 is detachably connected to the first winch 10. The counterweight 14 is placed on the ground. This embodiment can be used on soft ground. The counterweight 14 can be placed directly on the ground, or a pit can be dug in the ground and the counterweight 14 can be buried in the pit.

[0057] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the floating power generation device includes a controller 16, which can be used to control the power generation component 2 and deliver the power generated by the power generation component 2 to the battery pack 17. The controller 16 is connected to the first battery via a first cable 8.

[0058] Optionally, the controller 16 can control whether the power generation component 2 uses wind power, solar power, or both wind and solar power simultaneously. When it is necessary to replenish hydrogen to the balloon 1, the controller 16 will control the first battery to transfer a small portion of the power to the second battery for use by the hydrogen production equipment 3, while controlling the majority of the electrical energy in the first battery to be transferred to the battery pack 17.

[0059] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, a high-current conductive slip ring 71 is provided at the bottom of the second bearing 7. One end of the first cable 8 is connected to the first battery, and the other end passes through the second bearing 7. A portion of the first cable 8 is fixedly connected to the high-current conductive slip ring 71, and the other end extends to the controller 16 and is electrically connected to the controller 16. By setting the high-current conductive slip ring 71, the high-current conductive slip ring 71 can be partially fixedly connected to the first cable 8. When the second bearing 7 rotates, the first cable 8 between the high-current conductive slip ring 71 and the controller 16 will not rotate with it, reducing the friction generated by the second bearing 7 on the first cable 8 when rotating, and ensuring that the current conduction is not affected.

[0060] Optionally, the second bearing 7 is provided with a through hole with a diameter larger than that of the first cable 8.

[0061] Optionally, the first cable 8 can be placed on the ground.

[0062] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, a second winch 13 is provided between the second bearing 7 and the controller 16. The second winch 13 is used to adjust the length of the first cable 8, thereby preventing the first cable 8 from getting tangled.

[0063] Optionally, a portion of the first cable 8 is wound around the second winch 13, and the length of the first cable 8 needs to be controlled by the second winch 13 according to the height of the power generation component 2.

[0064] Optionally, a second positioning component is provided at the lower end of the second winch 13. The second positioning component is detachably connected to the second winch 13 and is used for fixed connection with the ground. By setting the second positioning component to be detachably connected to the second winch 13, it is convenient to replace different second positioning components. When encountering different geological environments, by replacing different second positioning components, the fixed requirements of the second positioning component with the ground can be met, thus expanding the applicable environment of the power generation device.

[0065] Optionally, the second positioning component includes a second fixed seat and a second positioning bracket 15 connected to the second fixed seat. The second fixed seat is detachably connected to the second winch 13, and the second positioning bracket 15 is fixedly connected to the ground by bolts. This embodiment can be applied to places where the ground is relatively hard. The structure of the second fixed seat can be the same as that of the first fixed seat 11.

[0066] Optionally, the lower end of the second winch 13 is provided with a second insertion slot, and the second fixing seat can be inserted into the second insertion slot, thereby realizing the detachable connection between the second positioning component and the second winch 13. Of course, the second fixing seat can also be connected to the lower end of the second winch 13 by bolts, which can also realize the detachable connection. The structure of the second insertion slot can be the same as the structure of the insertion slot 101.

[0067] Optionally, a slide rail is also installed in the second insertion slot, and the second fixing seat can be placed in the second insertion slot or slid out of the second insertion slot via the slide rail.

[0068] In another embodiment, the second positioning component includes a second fixed base and a second counterweight connected to the second fixed base. The second fixed base is detachably connected to the second winch 13. The second counterweight is placed on the ground. This embodiment can be used on soft ground. The counterweight can be placed directly on the ground, or a pit can be dug in the ground and the second counterweight can be buried in the pit. The structure of the second counterweight can be the same as that of the counterweight 14.

[0069] like Figure 1 As shown, in one embodiment, the floating power generation device includes a receiving device. The receiving components include a battery pack 17 and an inverter 18. The battery pack 17 is electrically connected to both the inverter 18 and the controller 16. By setting up the battery pack 17, the power generated by the first battery can be delivered to the battery pack 17 and then transmitted by the inverter 18 to nearby residents for use.

[0070] Optionally, the battery pack 17 is connected to the controller 16 and the inverter 18 via two third cables.

[0071] The above description is merely an embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

[0072] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, the scope of protection of this application should be determined by the scope of the claims.

[0073] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

Claims

1. A floating power generation device, characterized in that, include: balloon; A power generation component, used to generate electrical energy, is connected to the balloon; The direction adjuster is connected to the power generation component; The balloon is used to float the power generation component in the air, and the directional switch is used to adjust the orientation of the power generation component. The power generation assembly includes a nacelle, blades disposed at the front end of the nacelle, and a generator and a first battery disposed within the nacelle. The blades are used to convert wind energy into mechanical energy required by the generator, and the generator stores the generated electrical energy in the first battery. The power generation components include solar panels, and at least two solar panels are provided, symmetrically arranged on both sides of the nacelle; The floating power generation device includes a hydrogen production device, a second storage battery, a pressure sensor electrically connected to the second storage battery, a hydrogen delivery pipeline, and a steam condensate recovery device. The hydrogen production device is electrically connected to the storage battery. The pressure sensor is installed on the hydrogen delivery pipeline. The steam condensate recovery device is used to recover water vapor in the air and turn the water vapor into distilled water. The two ends of the hydrogen delivery pipeline are respectively connected to the hydrogen production equipment and the balloon, the second storage battery is electrically connected to the first storage battery, and the pressure sensor is used to detect the gas pressure in the hydrogen delivery pipeline; The balloon is connected to the hydrogen production device by a first steel cable; A first bearing is provided between the hydrogen production equipment and the nacelle. The first bearing is spaced apart from the hydrogen production equipment and the nacelle. The first bearing is connected to the hydrogen production equipment and the nacelle respectively by a second steel cable. The first bearing can rotate synchronously with the power generation component. The first bearing has a through hole in the center for the second cable to pass through. One end of the second cable is connected to the first battery, and the other end passes through the first bearing and is connected to the second battery.

2. The floating power generation device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The floating power generation device also includes a second bearing, which is symmetrically arranged at both ends of the nacelle in the vertical direction with the first bearing. The second bearing is connected to the nacelle by a third steel cable and is spaced apart from the nacelle. The second bearing can rotate synchronously with the power generation component.

3. The floating power generation device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The floating power generation device includes a first winch, which is connected to the second bearing via a fourth steel cable. The first winch controls the height of the power generation component via the fourth steel cable.

4. The floating power generation device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The lower end of the first winch is provided with a first positioning component, which is detachably connected to the first winch and is used to fix it to the ground.

5. The floating power generation device according to any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that, The floating power generation device includes a controller for controlling the power generation components, and the controller is connected to the first battery via a first cable.

6. The floating power generation device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bottom of the second bearing is provided with a high-current conductive slip ring. The first cable passes through the second bearing and is fixedly connected to the high-current conductive slip ring, and extends to the controller and is electrically connected to the controller.

7. The floating power generation device according to claim 5, characterized in that, A second winch is provided between the second bearing and the controller, and the second winch is used to adjust the length of the first cable.

8. The floating power generation device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The floating power generation device includes a receiving device, which includes a battery pack and an inverter. The battery pack is electrically connected to the inverter and the controller, respectively.

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