A cooling tower device

By designing a highly adaptable indirect cooling tower, the problems of poor heat dissipation efficiency and icing in indirect air-cooled systems at low winter temperatures were solved, achieving stable operation and efficient cooling under different weather conditions.

CN119022694BActive Publication Date: 2025-11-14HUANENG GANSU ENERGY DEVELOPMENT CO LTD 803 BRANCH
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Application Number
CN202411135762.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-19
Publication Date
2025-11-14
Estimated Expiration
2044-08-19

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Technical Problem

Indirect air-cooling systems are prone to poor heat dissipation efficiency and icing problems in low-temperature winter conditions.

Method used

A cooling tower device was designed, including a triangular frame unit, a condensation circulation unit, a valve opening and closing unit, and a cooling adjustment unit. By adjusting the heat dissipation area and the opening and closing angle of the cooling fan, it can adapt to the heat dissipation requirements under different weather conditions.

Benefits of technology

It effectively regulates heat dissipation efficiency, avoids icing caused by excessive heat dissipation, and ensures stable operation and efficient cooling of the equipment under different outdoor weather conditions.

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Abstract

This invention discloses an indirect cooling tower device, designed in the field of energy and power engineering technology. It includes a triangular frame unit comprising triangular frames arranged in a triangular pattern, with the base of each frame connected to a cooling fan frame; a condensation circulation unit comprising a vertically arranged evaporation section, a condensation section connected to the evaporation section, and a reflux section connected to the evaporation section; a valve opening and closing unit comprising an opening and closing valve and an opening and closing assembly cooperating with the valve; and a cooling adjustment unit comprising a cooling fan rotatably mounted on the cooling fan frame and an adjustment assembly cooperating with the cooling fan. The beneficial effects of this invention are that the valve opening and closing unit adjusts the heat dissipation area of ​​the device, preventing excessive heat dissipation and icing. Simultaneously, the cooling adjustment unit can adjust the opening degree of the cooling fan according to the valve opening and closing unit, adapting it to the cooling requirements of the device. It can also independently adjust the opening angle of the cooling fan to meet the wind force requirements of different parts on the windward and leeward sides.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of energy and power engineering technology, and in particular to an intercooling tower cooling device. Background Technology

[0002] Traditional cooling towers are increasingly restricted due to their high water consumption and environmental impact, prompting the widespread application of indirect air-cooling systems in thermal power plants due to their water-saving and environmentally friendly characteristics. Indirect air-cooling systems mainly consist of jet condensers and air-cooled towers equipped with Fogger-type radiators. The radiators, arranged in a "∧" shape, are composed of circular aluminum tubes with anti-corrosion coatings and aluminum fins, forming a notched cooling triangle. Adding louvers at the notches completes the cooling triangle. However, indirect air-cooling systems face the challenge of freezing in winter due to low temperatures, affecting system stability and thermal efficiency.

[0003] In view of the above problems, an indirect cooling tower cooling device is proposed to solve these problems. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, some simplifications or omissions may be made to avoid obscuring the purpose of this section, the abstract, and the title of this application, and such simplifications or omissions shall not be used to limit the scope of the invention.

[0005] In view of the above-mentioned problems in the prior art, the present invention is proposed.

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide an indirect cooling tower cooling device, which aims to solve the problems of heat dissipation efficiency differences of condensing towers under different outdoor weather conditions and the potential problem of excessive heat dissipation leading to icing.

[0007] To solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: an indirect cooling tower cooling device, which includes a triangular frame unit, including triangular frames arranged in a triangular pattern, the base of the triangular frames being connected by a cooling fan frame, and the triangular frames and the cooling fan frame forming a triangular frame.

[0008] The condensation circulation unit includes a vertically arranged evaporation section, a condensation section connected to the evaporation section, and a reflux section connected to the condensation section;

[0009] The valve opening and closing unit includes an opening and closing valve that cooperates with the evaporation section, and an opening and closing assembly that cooperates with the opening and closing valve.

[0010] The cooling adjustment unit includes a cooling fan rotatably mounted on the cooling fan frame, and an adjustment component that cooperates with the cooling fan, the adjustment component also cooperating with the opening and closing component.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the intercooling tower cooling device of the present invention, the triangular frame includes a first longitudinal frame and a second longitudinal frame arranged vertically. The first longitudinal frame has two members, which together with the second longitudinal frame form an isosceles triangle. A horizontal frame is connected between the first longitudinal frame and the second longitudinal frame at equal intervals. The first longitudinal frame, the second longitudinal frame and the horizontal frame together form a cooling unit.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of the intercooling tower cooling device of the present invention, the evaporation section includes a vertical main evaporation pipe and horizontal branch evaporation pipes. The horizontal branch evaporation pipes are disposed at the lower end of each cooling unit, and the upper end of the horizontal branch evaporation pipes is connected to multiple condensation sections.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the intercooling tower cooling device of the present invention, the condensation section is an inverted U-shaped pipe, one end of which is connected to the evaporation section and the other end of which is connected to the reflux section, and multiple heat dissipation plates are evenly and equidistantly arranged on its outer side.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of the intercooling tower cooling device of the present invention, the on / off valve is rotatably disposed inside the lower end of the condensing section, and a rotating rod is provided at one end of the valve extending out of the condensing section.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment of the intercooling tower cooling device of the present invention, the opening and closing assembly includes a slide rail disposed between the first longitudinal frame and the second longitudinal frame, an opening and closing plate disposed on the slide rail, and a telescopic plate and an opening and closing drive component disposed on one end of the opening and closing plate extending out of the second longitudinal frame.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment of the intercooling tower cooling device of the present invention, the opening and closing plate cooperates with the rotating rod, and is provided with a first opening and closing groove, a second opening and closing groove, a third opening and closing groove and a fourth opening and closing groove at intervals. The first opening and closing groove, the second opening and closing groove, the third opening and closing groove and the fourth opening and closing groove are all cooperated with the rotating rod and are equidistant along the length of the opening and closing plate. A connecting shaft is also provided at the end of the opening and closing plate, and connecting grooves are symmetrically opened on the left and right sides of the telescopic plate, which cooperate with the connecting shaft.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment of the intercooling tower cooling device of the present invention, multiple cooling fans are equidistantly arranged along the cooling fan frame, and an adjusting rod is connected to one side of each fan.

[0018] In a preferred embodiment of the intercooling tower cooling device of the present invention, the adjusting component includes an adjusting slider that is vertically slidably disposed on the cooling fan frame, an adjusting sleeve that is connected and cooperates with the adjusting slider, and an adjusting drive component that cooperates with the adjusting sleeve.

[0019] In a preferred embodiment of the intercooling tower cooling device of the present invention, the adjusting slider is provided with a plurality of adjusting grooves at equal intervals, the adjusting grooves are transverse grooves, the adjusting rod cooperates with the adjusting grooves, one of the opening and closing plates is provided with a follower groove at its end, the rear side of the adjusting slider is provided with a follower rod, the follower rod cooperates with the adjusting sleeve, and the adjusting sleeve cooperates with the follower groove.

[0020] The beneficial effects of the indirect cooling tower cooling device of the present invention are as follows: the heat dissipation area of ​​the device is uniformly adjusted by the valve opening and closing unit, so that the heat dissipation efficiency of the device is kept at a state that meets the working requirements of the front and rear equipment, avoiding the phenomenon of excessive heat dissipation leading to icing. At the same time, the cooling adjustment unit can adjust the opening and closing angle of the cooling fan according to the valve opening and closing unit to adapt it to the cooling needs of the device. The opening and closing angle of the cooling fan can also be adjusted separately to meet the different wind force requirements of the windward side and the leeward side. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments 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. Wherein:

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall cooling device of the indirect cooling tower in this invention.

[0023] Figure 2 This is an exploded schematic diagram of the intercooling tower cooling device in this invention.

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall opening and closing component in this invention.

[0025] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the opening and closing component in this invention.

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cooling regulation unit in this invention. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0028] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the invention. However, the invention may also be practiced in other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0029] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places throughout this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single embodiment or an embodiment selectively excluded from other embodiments.

[0030] Example 1

[0031] Reference Figures 1-4 This is the first embodiment of the present invention. This embodiment provides an indirect cooling tower cooling device, including a triangular frame unit 100, including a triangular frame 101 arranged in a triangle, the bottom edge of the triangular frame 101 being connected by a cooling fan frame 102, and the triangular frame 101 and the cooling fan frame 102 forming a triangular frame.

[0032] The condensation circulation unit 200 includes a vertically arranged evaporation section 201, a condensation section 202 connected to the evaporation section 201, and a reflux section 203 connected to the condensation section 202;

[0033] The valve opening and closing unit 300 includes an opening and closing valve 301 that cooperates with the evaporation section 201, and an opening and closing assembly 302 that cooperates with the opening and closing valve 301.

[0034] Furthermore, the triangular frame 101 includes a first vertical frame 101a and a second vertical frame 101b arranged vertically. The first vertical frame 101a has two members, which together with the second vertical frame 101b form an isosceles triangle with a vertex angle of fifty degrees. A horizontal frame 101c is equidistantly connected between the first vertical frame 101a and the second vertical frame 101b. The first vertical frame 101a, the second vertical frame 101b, and the horizontal frame 101c together form a cooling unit, and multiple cooling units together form a cooling triangle.

[0035] Furthermore, the evaporation section 201 includes a vertical main evaporation pipe 201a and a horizontal branch evaporation pipe 201b. The horizontal branch evaporation pipe 201b is located at the lower end of each cooling unit and is connected to the vertical main evaporation pipe 201a to uniformly distribute the hot steam. Multiple condensation sections 202 are connected to the upper end of the horizontal branch evaporation pipe 201b.

[0036] Furthermore, the condensing section 202 is an inverted U-shaped pipe, with one end connected to the evaporating section 201 and the other end connected to the reflux section 203. Multiple heat dissipation plates 202a are evenly and equidistantly arranged on its outer side. The condensing section 202 is fully covered with cooling units for condensing and dissipating heat from the hot steam.

[0037] Furthermore, the on / off valve 301 is rotatably disposed inside the lower end of the condensing section 202, and a rotating rod 301a is provided at one end of the valve that extends out of the condensing section 202, which can adjust the opening and closing state of the condensing section 202.

[0038] Furthermore, the opening and closing assembly 302 includes a slide rail 302a disposed between the first longitudinal frame 101a and the second longitudinal frame 101b. An opening and closing plate 302b is disposed on the slide rail 302a, which can slide back and forth along the slide rail 302a to adjust the opening and closing valve 301. The end of the opening and closing plate 302b extending out of the second longitudinal frame 101b is also provided with a telescopic plate 302c and an opening and closing drive component 302d.

[0039] Furthermore, the opening / closing plate 302b cooperates with the rotating rod 301a, and is provided with a first opening / closing groove 302b-1, a second opening / closing groove 302b-2, a third opening / closing groove 302b-3, and a fourth opening / closing groove 302b-4 spaced apart. The first opening / closing groove 302b-1 consists of a vertical groove and three times the length of a horizontal groove; the second opening / closing groove 302b-2 consists of a single horizontal groove, a vertical groove, and two times the length of a horizontal groove; the third opening / closing groove 302b-3 consists of two times the length of a horizontal groove, a vertical groove, and a single horizontal groove; and the fourth opening / closing groove 302b-4 consists of three times the length of a horizontal groove and a vertical groove. Based on actual needs, more slots can be set on the opening and closing plate 302b to achieve more precise control of the condensation section 202. The first opening and closing slot 302b-1, the second opening and closing slot 302b-2, the third opening and closing slot 302b-3 and the fourth opening and closing slot 302b-4 are all matched with the rotating rod 301a and are equidistant along the length of the opening and closing plate 302b. A connecting shaft 302b-5 is also provided at the end of the opening and closing plate 302b. The telescopic plate 302c is symmetrically provided with connecting slots 302c-1 on the left and right, which are matched with the connecting shaft 302b-5.

[0040] In use, the device is turned on to dissipate heat. When excessive heat dissipation occurs due to external temperature or other reasons, the opening and closing drive 302d is activated, pushing the telescopic plate 302c forward. Under the action of the connecting groove 302c-1, the opening and closing plate 302b slides accordingly. At this time, the vertical groove of the first opening and closing groove 302b-1 drives the rotating rod 301a to rotate. After the opening and closing plate 302b slides forward by a distance equal to one horizontal groove, the opening and closing valve 301, which cooperates with the first opening and closing groove 302b-1, is completely closed, and the heat dissipation area is reduced accordingly. If the temperature continues to drop, the opening and closing drive 302d is activated again, causing the opening and closing plate 302b to slide forward again by a distance equal to one horizontal groove. This time, the opening and closing valve 301, which cooperates with the second opening and closing groove 302b-2, is completely closed. Therefore, the heat dissipation area can be adjusted accordingly by adjusting the opening and closing plate 302b based on external conditions such as temperature.

[0041] In summary, by using the valve opening and closing unit 300 to uniformly adjust the heat dissipation area of ​​the device, the heat dissipation efficiency of the device is kept at a level that meets the working requirements of the upstream and downstream equipment, thus avoiding excessive heat dissipation that could lead to icing.

[0042] Example 2

[0043] Reference Figures 1-5 This is the second embodiment of the present invention. Based on the previous embodiment, this embodiment provides an indirect cooling tower cooling device, which further includes: a cooling adjustment unit 400, including a cooling fan 401 rotatably disposed on a cooling fan frame 102, and an adjustment component 402 cooperating with the cooling fan 401. The adjustment component 402 also cooperates with the opening and closing component 302.

[0044] Furthermore, multiple cooling fans 401 are equidistantly arranged along the cooling fan frame 102, and an adjustment rod 401a is connected to one side of each fan to adjust the opening degree of the cooling fan 401.

[0045] Furthermore, the adjustment assembly 402 includes an adjustment slider 402a that is vertically slidably disposed on the cooling fan frame 102, an adjustment sleeve 402b that is connected and cooperates with the adjustment slider 402a, and an adjustment drive member 402c that cooperates with the adjustment sleeve 402b.

[0046] Furthermore, multiple adjustment slots 402a-1 are evenly spaced on the adjusting slider 402a. The adjustment slots 402a-1 are transverse grooves. The adjusting rod 401a cooperates with the adjustment slots 402a-1. Depending on the height of the adjustment slots 402a-1, the adjusting rod 401a can change the opening degree of the cooling fan 401 accordingly. One of the opening and closing plates 302b has a follower slot 302b-6 at its end. The width of the follower slot is the same as the diameter of the adjusting sleeve 402b. A follower rod 402a-2 extends out from the rear side of the adjusting slider 402a. The follower rod 402a-2 cooperates with the adjusting sleeve 402b. The adjusting sleeve 402b can slide and extend along the follower rod 402a-2. The adjusting sleeve 402b cooperates with the follower slot 302b-6.

[0047] There are two modes available for use. Mode 1: When the external wind force is relatively stable, extend the adjusting sleeve 402b to engage with the follower groove 302b-6. In this mode, the opening and closing plate 302b slides back and forth to adjust the opening and closing of the opening and closing valve 301. At the same time, the follower groove 302b-6 at the rear end of the opening and closing plate 302b will drive the adjusting sleeve 402b to move up and down. The adjusting sleeve 402b drives the adjusting slider 402a to move up and down, thereby realizing that the opening degree of the cooling fan 401 changes in accordance with the change of the condensation area. Mode 2: When the external wind force is relatively turbulent, retract the adjusting sleeve 402b to disengage it from the follower groove 302b-6. In this mode, activate the adjusting drive component 402c. According to the device's wind force requirements, push the adjusting slider 402a up and down to adjust the opening degree of the cooling fan 401 to adapt to the device's heat dissipation requirements.

[0048] In summary, the cooling adjustment unit 400 can adjust the opening and closing angle of the cooling fan 401 in accordance with the valve opening and closing unit 300 to adapt it to the cooling needs of the device. It can also adjust the opening and closing angle of the cooling fan 401 independently to meet the wind force requirements of different parts on the windward and leeward sides or under turbulent external wind conditions.

[0049] It is important to note that the constructions and arrangements of this application shown in several different exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who consult this disclosure will readily understand that many modifications are possible (e.g., changes in the size, dimensions, structure, shape, and proportions of various elements, as well as parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), installation arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application). For example, an element shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of elements may be inverted or otherwise altered, and the nature or number or position of discrete elements may be changed or altered. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of the invention. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be changed or rearranged according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure described herein that performs the function, and not only structurally equivalent but also equivalent in structure. Other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may be made in the design, operation, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments without departing from the scope of the invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments, but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0050] Furthermore, in order to provide a concise description of exemplary embodiments, not all features of actual embodiments (i.e., those features that are not relevant to the best mode of carrying out the invention as currently considered, or those features that are not relevant to implementing the invention) may be omitted.

[0051] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.

[0052] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cooling tower device, characterized in that: include, The triangular frame unit (100) includes a triangular frame (101) arranged in a triangle. The base of the triangular frame (101) is connected by a cooling fan frame (102). The triangular frame (101) and the cooling fan frame (102) form a triangular frame. The triangular frame (101) includes a first vertical frame (101a) and a second vertical frame (101b) arranged vertically. The condensation circulation unit (200) includes a vertically arranged evaporation section (201), a condensation section (202) connected to the evaporation section (201), and a reflux section (203) connected to the condensation section (202). The valve opening and closing unit (300) includes an opening and closing valve (301) and an opening and closing assembly (302) that cooperates with the opening and closing valve (301). The cooling adjustment unit (400) includes a cooling fan (401) rotatably mounted on the cooling fan frame (102) and an adjustment component (402) cooperating with the cooling fan (401). The adjustment component (402) also cooperates with the opening and closing component (302) to realize that the opening degree of the cooling fan (401) changes in accordance with the change of the condensation area. The on / off valve (301) is rotatably disposed inside the lower end of the condensing section (202), and a rotating rod (301a) is provided at one end of the valve that extends out of the condensing section (202). The opening and closing assembly (302) includes a slide rail (302a) disposed between the first longitudinal frame (101a) and the second longitudinal frame (101b), an opening and closing plate (302b) disposed on the slide rail (302a), and an extension plate (302c) and an opening and closing drive component (302d) disposed at one end of the opening and closing plate (302b) extending out of the second longitudinal frame (101b).

2. The indirect cooling tower cooling device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The first longitudinal frame (101a) has two members, which together with the second longitudinal frame (101b) form an isosceles triangle. A transverse frame (101c) is connected between the first longitudinal frame (101a) and the second longitudinal frame (101b) at equal intervals. The first longitudinal frame (101a), the second longitudinal frame (101b) and the transverse frame (101c) together form a cooling unit.

3. The indirect cooling tower cooling device as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The evaporation section (201) includes a vertical main evaporation pipe (201a) and a horizontal branch evaporation pipe (201b). The horizontal branch evaporation pipe (201b) is located at the lower end of each cooling unit, and the upper end of the horizontal branch evaporation pipe (201b) is connected to multiple condensation sections (202).

4. The indirect cooling tower cooling device as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The condensation section (202) is an inverted U-shaped pipe, with one end connected to the evaporation section (201) and the other end connected to the reflux section (203), and multiple heat dissipation plates (202a) are evenly and equidistantly arranged on its outer side.

5. The indirect cooling tower cooling device as described in claim 4, characterized in that: The opening and closing plate (302b) cooperates with the rotating rod (301a), and is provided with a first opening and closing groove (302b-1), a second opening and closing groove (302b-2), a third opening and closing groove (302b-3), and a fourth opening and closing groove (302b-4) spaced apart. The first opening and closing groove (302b-1), the second opening and closing groove (302b-2), the third opening and closing groove (302b-3), and the fourth opening and closing groove (302b-4) are all cooperate with the rotating rod (301a) and are equidistant along the longitudinal direction of the opening and closing plate (302b). A connecting shaft (302b-5) is also provided at the end of the opening and closing plate (302b). The telescopic plate (302c) is provided with connecting grooves (302c-1) symmetrically opened on the left and right sides, which cooperate with the connecting shaft (302b-5).

6. The indirect cooling tower cooling device as described in claim 5, characterized in that: Multiple cooling fans (401) are equidistantly arranged along the cooling fan frame (102), and an adjusting rod (401a) is connected to one side of each fan.

7. The indirect cooling tower cooling device as described in claim 6, characterized in that: The adjustment assembly (402) includes an adjustment slider (402a) that is vertically slidably disposed on the cooling fan frame (102), an adjustment sleeve (402b) that is connected and cooperates with the adjustment slider (402a), and an adjustment drive (402c) that cooperates with the adjustment sleeve (402b).

8. The indirect cooling tower cooling device as described in claim 7, characterized in that: The adjusting slider (402a) has multiple adjusting grooves (402a-1) evenly spaced on it. Each adjusting groove (402a-1) is a transverse groove. The adjusting rod (401a) cooperates with the adjusting groove (402a-1). One of the opening and closing plates (302b) has a follower groove (302b-6) at its end. A follower rod (402a-2) extends out from the rear side of the adjusting slider (402a). The follower rod (402a-2) cooperates with the adjusting sleeve (402b). The adjusting sleeve (402b) cooperates with the follower groove (302b-6).

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