A transport apparatus for solar cell inspection and a method of operating the same

By designing a transport device that includes water-washing components and arrangement components, the problems of damage and dirt during the transportation of solar cells were solved, achieving efficient cleaning and inspection and reducing costs.

CN119320039BActive Publication Date: 2025-11-18常州市纳途电子有限公司
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Application Number
CN202411429731.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-14
Publication Date
2025-11-18
Estimated Expiration
2044-10-14

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Technical Problem

Traditional methods of transporting solar cells can easily lead to damage to the panels and dirt on their surfaces, affecting the testing results. Therefore, a testing device is needed that can both protect the panels and improve transportation efficiency.

Method used

A transport device comprising a water-washing component and an arrangement component was designed, which utilizes a conveyor belt for transport and combines a cleaning brush with air drying to achieve automated cleaning and inspection of solar cells.

Benefits of technology

This enables efficient transportation and cleaning of solar cells, improves testing results, reduces costs, and enhances transportation efficiency.

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Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of solar cell transportation detection, and particularly relates to a transportation device for solar cell detection and an operation method thereof, comprising a base, one side of the base is fixedly connected with a top plate, one side of the top plate is provided with a water washing assembly, the water washing assembly is used for cleaning the surface of the solar cell, one side of the top plate is provided with an arrangement assembly, the arrangement assembly is used for adjusting the position of the solar cell, one side of the base is fixedly connected with a motor one, one side of the motor one is provided with a rotating rod one, the rotating rod one is rotatably connected with the base, the base is rotatably connected with a rotating rod two, the surface of the rotating rod one is fixedly connected with a belt wheel one, the surface of the rotating rod two is fixedly connected with a belt wheel two, the surface of the belt wheel one and the belt wheel two is provided with a belt one, the present application realizes the functions of fast transportation, good detection effect and the like conveniently and efficiently.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the technical field of solar cell transportation inspection, and more particularly to a transportation device for solar cell inspection and its operating method. Background Technology

[0002] As fossil fuels are gradually depleted, solar energy, as a clean, widespread, and potentially huge alternative energy source, is becoming increasingly important. Solar cells directly convert solar energy into electrical energy through the photovoltaic effect of semiconductor PN junctions. During the production and transportation of solar panels, testing is also required. Traditional trolley transportation methods can easily damage the panels due to collisions and bumps. Furthermore, the dust and dirt adhering to the outer surface of the solar cells affect the testing results. Therefore, it is particularly important to develop a testing device that can effectively protect and clean the panels while improving transportation efficiency.

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to provide a transportation device and its operation method for solar cell testing, which can achieve fast transportation and good testing results. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a transport device and its operating method for solar cell testing, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a transport device for solar cell testing and its operating method, comprising a base, a top plate fixedly connected to one side of the base, a water washing component disposed on one side of the top plate for cleaning the surface of the solar cells, an aligning component disposed on one side of the top plate for aligning the solar cells, a motor fixedly connected to one side of the base, a rotating rod disposed on one side of the motor, the rotating rod being rotatably connected to the inside of the base, a rotating rod being rotatably connected to the inside of the base, a pulley being fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod, a pulley being fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod, a belt being disposed on the surfaces of the pulleys, a conveyor belt being disposed on the surfaces of the rotating rods, a conveyor seat disposed on one side of the base, the inclined surface of the conveyor seat being adapted to the height of the conveyor belt, the conveyor seat and the conveyor belt being used to transport solar cells, a pair of fixed seats fixedly connected to one side of the top plate, a worm gear being rotatably connected inside the fixed seats, and a pulley being fixedly connected to the surface of the worm gear. A pulley three is fixedly connected to the surface of a rotating rod four. A belt two is provided on the surfaces of pulley three and pulley four. A rotating rod four is rotatably connected inside the top plate. A worm gear is fixedly connected to one end of the rotating rod four, and the worm gear meshes with a worm. A frustum is fixedly connected to one end of the rotating rod four. A fixed rod is fixedly connected to the surface of the frustum. A reciprocating ring is provided on the surface of the fixed rod. Guide rods are fixedly connected to both sides of the reciprocating ring. A pair of guide seats are fixedly connected to one side of the top plate. The central holes of the guide seats are on the same axis as the conveyor belt. The guide rod is slidably connected to the guide seat, and connecting plates are fixedly connected to both ends of the guide rod. A cleaning brush is provided on one side of the connecting plate. The cleaning brush cooperates with the water washing component. A rotating rod three is rotatably connected inside the top plate. A pulley six is ​​fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod three. A pulley five is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod one. A belt three is provided on the surfaces of the pulley five and pulley six. Several fan blades are provided on the surface of the rotating rod three. A storage seat is provided on one side of the base. A detection component is provided on one side of the top plate for detecting solar cells.

[0006] In one embodiment, the water washing assembly includes a liquid storage tank, which is fixedly connected to one side of the top plate. The liquid storage tank contains cleaning liquid, and a plurality of nozzles are provided on one side of the liquid storage tank. The nozzles penetrate the top plate and are adapted to the position of the conveyor belt.

[0007] In one embodiment, the arrangement assembly includes a second motor, which is fixedly connected to one side of the top plate. A rotating rod five is provided on one side of the second motor, and a gear is fixedly connected to one side of the rotating rod five. The gear is rotatably connected to the surface of the top plate. A pair of sliding grooves are provided on the surface of the top plate. The sliding grooves are located on both sides of the gear and are equidistant from the gear. A rack plate one and a rack plate two are slidably connected inside the sliding grooves. A pressure plate one is fixedly connected to one side of the rack plate one, and a pressure plate two is fixedly connected to one side of the rack plate two.

[0008] In one embodiment, a guide plate is fixedly connected to the surface of the conveyor seat.

[0009] In one embodiment, a pad is fixedly connected to the inner side of the base, and the surface of the pad is provided with a plurality of holes and grooves.

[0010] In one embodiment, the storage base has a chamfered angle on the side near the conveyor belt, and its height is adapted to the conveyor belt.

[0011] In one embodiment, the transport device and its operating method for solar cell testing include the following steps:

[0012] S1. First, the solar cells are placed on the conveyor seat and transported to the conveyor belt.

[0013] S2. Start motor one to drive the conveyor belt for transportation, and start motor two to correct the position of the solar cells;

[0014] S3. Start the spray nozzle to spray and clean, use the cleaning brush to scrub the cleaned area, and use the fan blades to blow dry it simply.

[0015] S4. Transport to the storage unit, and the test piece is then tested.

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects achieved by the present invention are as follows: In the present invention, the solar cells are transported to the surface of the conveyor belt for subsequent transport. The arrangement assembly first aligns the position of the solar cells and then continues transport. The water washing assembly uses cleaning liquid to wash the surface of the solar cells. While the motor drives the rotating rod to rotate, the pulley three fixed on the surface of the rotating rod rotates accordingly. The pulley three drives the pulley four to rotate through the belt two set on the surface. The worm gear fixed inside the pulley four rotates inside the fixed seat, driving the worm wheel meshing on one side to rotate. The rotating rod four is fixed to one side of the worm wheel. The rotating rod four passes through the top plate and is rotatably connected to its interior, driving the truncated cone fixed at one end to rotate. A fixed rod is fixedly connected to one side of the truncated cone. The reciprocating ring and the fixed rod are fitted with a gap. The reciprocating ring is fixed on both sides and slides inside the guide seat. The connecting plate drives the cleaning brush to make a linear reciprocating motion. The cleaning brush washes the surface of the solar cell after water washing, making the surface cleaner and improving the subsequent testing results. The surface fan blades also rotate to generate wind. The wind force can be adjusted by adjusting the transmission ratio of the pulley to ensure that the dirt remaining on the surface after washing is blown away. Finally, as the solar cell is washed and blown away, it is transported to the storage seat. The surface is tested by the testing device. The testing device is existing technology. This device can complete the transportation of solar cells and the movement of the cleaning brush with a single motor, and ensure the fan blowing, resulting in better testing results, higher efficiency, and lower cost. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The technical solution and other beneficial effects of this application will become apparent from the following detailed description of specific embodiments in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0018] In the attached diagram:

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a top view of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the arrangement components of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the pad position of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cleaning brush assembly of the present invention;

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Base; 2. Top plate; 3. Detector; 4. Storage seat; 5. Conveyor seat; 6. Guide plate; 7. Solar cell; 8. Motor 1; 9. Rotating rod 1; 10. Rotating rod 2; 11. Pulley 1; 12. Pulley 2; 13. Belt 1; 14. Pad; 15. Groove; 16. Fixing seat; 17. Worm gear; 18. Pulley 3; 19. Belt 2; 20. Pulley 4; 21. Pulley 5; 22. Belt 3; 23. Pulley 6; 24. Rotating rod three; 25. Fan blade; 26. Worm gear; 27. Rotating rod four; 28. Frustum; 29. ​​Fixed rod; 30. Reciprocating ring; 31. Guide rod; 32. Guide seat; 33. Connecting plate; 34. Cleaning brush; 35. Liquid storage tank; 36. Nozzle; 37. Motor two; 38. Rotating rod five; 39. Gear; 40. Slide groove; 41. Rack plate one; 42. Pressure plate one; 43. Rack plate two; 44. Pressure plate two; 45. Conveyor belt. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The following disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing different structures of this application. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Furthermore, reference numerals and / or letters may be repeated in different examples; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments and / or arrangements discussed. In addition, various specific examples of processes and materials are provided in this application, but those skilled in the art will recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0026] Please see Figure 1-5This invention provides a technical solution: a transport device for solar cell testing and its operating method, comprising a base 1, a top plate 2 fixedly connected to one side of the base 1, a water washing assembly on one side of the top plate 2 for cleaning the surface of the solar cell 7, an alignment assembly on one side of the top plate 2 for aligning the solar cell 7, a motor 8 fixedly connected to one side of the base 1, a rotating rod 9 on one side of the motor 8, the rotating rod 9 being rotatably connected to the inside of the base 1, a second rotating rod 10 rotatably connected to the inside of the base 1, and a belt fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod 9. Wheel 11 and rotating rod 210 are fixedly connected to pulley 22. A belt 13 is provided on the surfaces of pulley 11 and pulley 212. A conveyor belt 45 is provided on the surfaces of rotating rod 19 and rotating rod 210. A conveyor seat 5 is provided on one side of the base 1. The inclined surface of the conveyor seat 5 is adapted to the height of the conveyor belt 45. The conveyor seat 5 and the conveyor belt 45 are used to transport solar cells 7. A pair of fixed seats 16 are fixedly connected to one side of the top plate 2. A worm gear 17 is rotatably connected inside the fixed seat 16. A pulley 40 is fixedly connected to the surface of the worm gear 17. A pulley 318 is fixedly connected to the surface of rotating rod 19. Belt 2 19 is provided on the surfaces of pulley 3 18 and pulley 4 20. Rotary rod 4 27 is rotatably connected inside the top plate 2. A worm gear 26 is fixedly connected to one end of rotary rod 4 27, and the worm gear 26 meshes with a worm 17. A frustum 28 is fixedly connected to one end of rotary rod 4 27. A fixed rod 29 is fixedly connected to the surface of frustum 28. A reciprocating ring 30 is provided on the surface of fixed rod 29. Guide rods 31 are fixedly connected to both sides of the reciprocating ring 30. A pair of guide seats 32 are fixedly connected to one side of the top plate 2. The central holes of the guide seats 32 are on the same axis, which is perpendicular to the transport direction of the conveyor belt 45. 31 is internally slidably connected to the guide seat 32. The two ends of the guide rod 31 are fixedly connected to the connecting plate 33. A cleaning brush 34 is provided on one side of the connecting plate 33. The cleaning brush 34 cooperates with the water washing component. The top plate 2 is internally rotatably connected to the rotating rod 3 24. The surface of the rotating rod 3 24 is fixedly connected to the pulley 6 23. The surface of the rotating rod 1 9 is fixedly connected to the pulley 5 21. The surfaces of the pulley 5 21 and the pulley 6 23 are provided with belt 3 22. The surface of the rotating rod 3 24 is provided with several fan blades 25. A storage seat 4 is provided on one side of the base 1. A detection piece 3 is provided on one side of the top plate 2 for detecting the solar cell 7.

[0027] Specifically, the solar cell 7 is placed on the inclined surface of the conveyor seat 5, with one end contacting the conveyor belt 45. The motor 8 is started, driving the rotating rod 9 on one side to rotate. The pulley 11 fixed to the surface of the rotating rod 9 rotates accordingly. The pulley 11, via the belt 13, drives the pulley 12 to rotate. The rotating rod 10 fixed inside the pulley 12 rotates accordingly. The conveyor belt 45, with rotating rods 9 and 10 on its surface, begins to operate. Since one end of the solar cell 7 is on the surface of the conveyor belt 45, surface friction pulls the entire solar cell 7 to the surface of the conveyor belt 45 for subsequent transport. This process utilizes the arrangement group... First, the solar cells are positioned correctly for transport. The components are then washed with cleaning fluid. Simultaneously, as motor 8 drives rotating rod 9 to rotate, pulley 3 18 fixed to the surface of rotating rod 9 rotates accordingly. Pulley 3 18 drives pulley 4 20 to rotate via belt 2 19. The worm gear 17 fixed inside pulley 4 20 rotates within the fixed base 16, driving the worm wheel 26 meshing on one side to rotate. Rotating rod 4 27 is fixed to one side of worm wheel 26, penetrating the top plate 2 and rotatably connected to its interior, driving the rotation of a truncated cone 28 fixed at one end. A fixed rod 29 is fixedly connected to one side of the truncated cone 28. Not located at the center of the frustum 28, the fixed rod 29 moves along with the rotation of the frustum 28, causing the reciprocating ring 30 on its surface to move. The reciprocating ring 30 and the fixed rod 29 are in clearance fit. The guide rods 31 fixed on both sides of the reciprocating ring 30 are slidably connected to the guide seat 32. Since the guide rods 31 and the reciprocating ring 30 can only move along the central axis of the guide seat 32, the connecting plate 33 fixed to the guide rod 31 drives the cleaning brush to also make linear reciprocating motion. The cleaning brush scrubs the surface of the solar cell 7 after washing, making its surface cleaner and improving the subsequent testing results. The rotating rod 9 also has a pulley 2 fixed on its surface. 1. The rotation of pulley 5 21 drives pulley 6 23 to rotate via belt 3 22. The rotating rod 3 24 fixed inside pulley 6 23 is driven to rotate, and the surface fan blades 25 also rotate to generate wind. The wind force can be adjusted by adjusting the transmission ratio of the pulleys to ensure that the dirt remaining on the surface after brushing is blown away. Finally, with the brushing and dust blowing of the solar cell 7, it is transported to the storage base 4. The surface is inspected by the detection component 3. The detection component 3 is existing technology. This device can complete the transportation of the solar cell and the movement of the cleaning brush 34 with one motor, and ensure the blowing of the fan, so as to improve the inspection effect, increase efficiency, and reduce cost.

[0028] The water washing assembly includes a liquid storage tank 35, which is fixedly connected to one side of the top plate 2. The liquid storage tank 35 stores cleaning liquid. Several nozzles 36 are provided on one side of the liquid storage tank 35. The nozzles 36 penetrate the top plate 2 and are adapted to the position of the conveyor belt 45.

[0029] Specifically, the cleaning fluid inside the storage tank 35 can be sprayed onto the surface of the solar cell 7 through the nozzle 36, and then used with the subsequent cleaning brush assembly to clean the surface, thereby improving the detection effect.

[0030] The arrangement assembly includes a second motor 37, which is fixedly connected to one side of the top plate 2. A rotating rod 38 is provided on one side of the second motor 37, and a gear 39 is fixedly connected to one side of the rotating rod 38. The gear 39 is rotatably connected to the surface of the top plate 2. A pair of sliding grooves 40 are provided on the surface of the top plate 2. The sliding grooves 40 are located on both sides of the gear 39 and are equidistant from the gear 39. A rack plate 41 and a rack plate 43 are slidably connected inside the sliding grooves 40. A pressure plate 42 is fixedly connected to one side of the rack plate 41, and a pressure plate 44 is fixedly connected to one side of the rack plate 43.

[0031] Specifically, when motor 2 37 is started, the rotating rod 5 38 on one side of motor 2 37 is driven to rotate. The rotating rod 5 38 drives the gear 39 fixed on the surface to rotate on the surface of the top plate 2. Since rack plate 1 41 and rack plate 2 43 are located on both sides of the gear 39 and mesh with each other, they slide inside the slide groove 40. The sliding displacement directions of rack plate 1 41 and rack plate 2 43 are opposite, so the displacement directions of pressure plate 1 42 and pressure plate 2 44 are also opposite. The position of the solar cell 7 can be aligned by clamping them closer together. Then, motor 2 37 is rotated in the opposite direction to make the distance between the two pressure plates farther. After alignment, the cleaning effect is better and the detection effect is also better.

[0032] A guide plate 6 is fixedly connected to the surface of the conveyor seat 5.

[0033] Specifically, the guide plate 6 prevents the solar cell 7 from slipping off, ensuring that it can be smoothly moved onto the surface of the conveyor belt 45.

[0034] A pad 14 is fixedly connected to the inner side of the base 1, and the surface of the pad 14 is provided with several holes and grooves 15.

[0035] Specifically, the pad 14 is used to assist in supporting the conveyor belt 45, so as to improve the transportation effect, while the groove 15 is to prevent the cleaning liquid from accumulating on the surface of the pad 14.

[0036] The storage base 4 has a chamfered angle on the side near the conveyor belt 45, and its height is adapted to the conveyor belt 45.

[0037] Specifically, the storage base 4 is designed with a chamfer to prevent the solar cells 7 from tilting up when they detach from the conveyor belt 45 during the final transportation process, ensuring that they can fall safely into the storage base 4.

[0038] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection, the internal communication between two components, or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the meaning of the above terms in this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0039] The foregoing has provided a detailed description of a transport device for solar cell testing and its operation method provided in the embodiments of this application. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The descriptions of the above embodiments are only for the purpose of helping to understand the technical solutions and core ideas of this application. Those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. These modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A transport device for testing solar cells, comprising a base, characterized in that: A top plate is fixedly connected to one side of the base. A water washing assembly is provided on one side of the top plate for cleaning the surface of the solar cells. An alignment assembly is provided on one side of the top plate for aligning the solar cells. A motor is fixedly connected to one side of the base. A rotating rod is provided on one side of the motor and is rotatably connected to the inside of the base. A rotating rod is rotatably connected to the inside of the base. A pulley is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod, and another pulley is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod. A belt is provided on the surfaces of the pulleys, and a conveyor belt is provided on the surfaces of the rotating rods. A conveyor seat is provided on one side of the base. The inclined surface of the conveyor seat is adapted to the height of the conveyor belt. The conveyor seat and the conveyor belt are used to transport solar cells. A pair of fixed seats are fixedly connected to one side of the top plate. A worm gear is rotatably connected inside the fixed seats. A pulley four is fixedly connected to the surface of the worm gear. A pulley three is fixedly connected to the surface of a rotating rod one. A belt two is provided on the surfaces of pulley three and pulley four. A rotating rod four is rotatably connected inside the top plate. A worm wheel is fixedly connected to one end of the rotating rod four. The worm wheel meshes with the worm gear. A frustum is fixedly connected to one end of the rotating rod four. A fixed rod is fixedly connected to the surface of the frustum. A reciprocating ring is provided on the surface of the fixed rod. Guide rods are fixedly connected to both sides of the reciprocating ring. A pair of guide seats are fixedly connected to one side of the top plate. The central circular holes of the guide seats are on the same axis, which is perpendicular to the conveyor belt transport direction. The guide rods are slidably connected to the guide seats. Connecting plates are fixedly connected to both ends of the guide rods. A cleaning brush is provided on one side of the connecting plate. The cleaning brush cooperates with the water washing component. A rotating rod three is rotatably connected inside the top plate. A pulley six is ​​fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod three. A pulley five is fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod one. A belt three is provided on the surfaces of pulley five and pulley six. A belt three is provided on the surface of the rotating rod three. The device has several fan blades. A storage base is provided on one side of the base, and a detection component is provided on one side of the top plate for detecting solar cells. The arrangement assembly includes a second motor, which is fixedly connected to one side of the top plate. A rotating rod is provided on one side of the second motor, and a gear is fixedly connected to one side of the rotating rod. The gear is rotatably connected to the surface of the top plate. A pair of sliding grooves are provided on the surface of the top plate. The sliding grooves are located on both sides of the gear and are equidistant from the gear. A rack plate 1 and a rack plate 2 are slidably connected inside the sliding grooves. A pressure plate 1 is fixedly connected to one side of the rack plate 1, and a pressure plate 2 is fixedly connected to one side of the rack plate 2.

2. The transport device for solar cell testing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water washing assembly includes a liquid storage tank, which is fixedly connected to one side of the top plate. The liquid storage tank contains cleaning liquid, and a number of nozzles are provided on one side of the liquid storage tank. The nozzles penetrate the top plate and are adapted to the position of the conveyor belt.

3. The transport device for solar cell testing according to claim 1, characterized in that: A guide plate is fixedly connected to the surface of the conveyor seat.

4. The transport device for solar cell testing according to claim 1, characterized in that: A pad is fixedly connected to the inner side of the base, and the surface of the pad has several holes and grooves.

5. A transport device for solar cell testing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage base has a chamfered angle on the side near the conveyor belt, and its height is adapted to the conveyor belt.

6. The operating method of the transport equipment for solar cell testing according to claim 5, comprising the following steps: S1. First, the solar cells are placed on the conveyor seat and transported to the conveyor belt. S2. Start motor one to drive the conveyor belt for transportation, and start motor two to correct the position of the solar cells; S3. Start the spray nozzle to spray and clean, use the cleaning brush to scrub the cleaned area, and use the fan blades to generate airflow to dry it. S4. Transport to the storage unit, and the test piece is tested.

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