Crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology
By designing a tracked photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle with distributed photovoltaic power generation technology, it integrates power supply, walking, washing and vision systems, solving the problem of dust and dirt on the surface of the photovoltaic panel, achieving automated cleaning, and improving power generation efficiency and safety.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510480346.4
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-17
- Publication Date
- 2025-07-04
AI Technical Summary
After long-term use, dust and dirt will accumulate on the surface of existing photovoltaic panels, affecting power generation efficiency and shortening service life. The traditional cleaning methods are inefficient and have safety hazards.
A crawler photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology is designed, integrating power supply system, walking system, scrubbing system, vision system and control system. The crawler moves on the surface of the photovoltaic panel, uses high-pressure jet and jet head to clean, the camera monitors the cleaning effect in real time, and the PLC control system realizes automated operations.
It realizes efficient and automated cleaning of photovoltaic panels, improves cleaning efficiency and safety, extends the service life of photovoltaic panels, and improves power generation efficiency.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of photovoltaic power generation, and particularly to a crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology. Background Art
[0002] Photovoltaic power generation is a technology that directly converts light energy into electrical energy by using the photovoltaic effect at the semiconductor interface. Photovoltaic power generation mainly consists of three major parts: solar panels (modules), controllers, and inverters, and the main components are composed of electronic components. Solar cells can be encapsulated and protected after being connected in series to form large-area solar cell modules, and then combined with components such as power controllers to form a photovoltaic power generation device. The photovoltaic power generation system has no mechanical moving parts, is pollution-free and noiseless, and has a long working life. Although it has a lower efficiency than the solar thermal power generation system, due to its particularly simple system structure and unique advantages - modular structure, it is suitable for power production of any scale, from large central power plants to small private residential power supply.
[0003] After long-term use, dust and dirt will accumulate on the surface of existing photovoltaic panels for solar power generation, which will not only affect the power generation efficiency of the photovoltaic panels, but may also shorten the service life of the photovoltaic panels. Traditional cleaning methods often require manual operation, which is not only inefficient but also poses safety hazards.
[0004] This cleaning vehicle is driven by the power provided by the power supply system to the traveling system, enabling the cleaning vehicle to move on the surface of the photovoltaic panels
[0005] Therefore, we propose a crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology. Summary of the Invention
[0006] The present invention mainly solves the technical problems existing in the above-mentioned prior art, and provides a crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology.
[0007] To achieve the above object, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions. A crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology includes a power supply system, a traveling system, a washing and blowing system, a vision system, and a control system. The power supply system includes a photovoltaic panel support, a folding photovoltaic panel, a power generation conversion device, and a battery assembly. The top of the photovoltaic panel support is movably connected to the folding photovoltaic panel, and the power generation conversion device and the battery assembly are respectively connected to the folding photovoltaic panel through electrical signals. The traveling system includes a motor, a transmission shaft, a differential, and crawlers.
[0008] Preferably, the output end of the motor is connected to the differential, and the output end of the differential is connected to the transmission shaft.
[0009] Preferably, the output end of the transmission shaft is connected to the crawlers, and the motor is connected to the battery assembly through electrical signals.
[0010] Preferably, the washing and blowing system includes a high-pressure air jet head, a high-pressure water jet head, an air pump and a water pump.
[0011] Preferably, the high-pressure air jet head is connected to the air pump through an air pipe.
[0012] Preferably, the high-pressure water jet head is connected to the water pump through a water pipe.
[0013] Preferably, the air pump and the water pump are respectively connected to the battery assembly through electrical signals.
[0014] Preferably, the vision system includes a camera for collecting and capturing images to feedback the cleaning situation.
[0015] Preferably, the control system includes a PLC for controlling the switches of the air pump and the water pump, and simultaneously for controlling the start, stop, direction and speed of the traveling system, and is connected to the vision system through electrical signals to judge the cleaning situation.
[0016] The present invention provides a crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology, having the following beneficial effects:
[0017] 1. The crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology integrates a power supply system, a traveling system, a washing and blowing system, a vision system and a control system, realizing efficient and automatic cleaning of photovoltaic panels without manual cleaning, greatly improving the cleaning efficiency and safety, and improving the power generation efficiency and service life of photovoltaic panels.
[0018] 2. The crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology adopts distributed photovoltaic power generation technology, collects solar energy through folding photovoltaic panels and converts it into electric energy to provide power for the entire cleaning vehicle, realizing a green and environmentally friendly cleaning method.
[0019] 3. The crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology adopts a crawler-type design, having good cross-country performance and stability, and can travel smoothly on various complex terrains to ensure the smooth progress of the cleaning work.
[0020] 4. The crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology uses a high-pressure air jet head and a high-pressure water jet head to clean the photovoltaic panels, which can thoroughly remove the dirt and dust on the surface of the photovoltaic panels and improve the power generation efficiency of the photovoltaic panels.
[0021] 5. The crawler - type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology can capture images through a camera, provide real - time feedback on the cleaning situation, ensure that the cleaning effect meets the requirements. The control system uses PLC control, has a high level of automation and intelligence, can achieve comprehensive control of the cleaning vehicle, and improves the operation convenience and safety of the cleaning vehicle. Brief Description of the Drawings
[0022] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;
[0023] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the modules of the present invention.
[0024] Legend Explanation: 10. Power supply system; 11. Traveling system; 12. Washing and blowing system; 13. Vision system; 14. Control system. Detailed Embodiments
[0025] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for the description of the embodiments or the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only exemplary. For those of ordinary skill in the art, without creative efforts, other implementation drawings can also be obtained based on the provided drawings.
[0026] The structures, ratios, sizes, etc. shown in this specification are only used to cooperate with the content disclosed in the specification for those familiar with this technology to understand and read, and are not used to limit the limiting conditions for the implementation of the present invention. Therefore, they do not have a substantial technical meaning. Any modification of the structure, change in the proportional relationship, or adjustment of the size, without affecting the effects that the present invention can produce and the purposes that can be achieved, should still fall within the scope that can be covered by the technical content disclosed in the present invention.
[0027] It should be noted that: Similar reference numerals and letters represent similar items in the following drawings. Therefore, once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent drawings.
[0028] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationships indicated by the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "inner", "outer", "side", etc. are based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the drawings, or the orientation or positional relationships in which the product of the invention is usually placed during use. It is only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, it cannot be understood as a limitation of the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are only used for distinguishing descriptions and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.
[0029] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, it should also be noted that unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "set", "install", "connect", and "couple" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it can be the communication inside two components. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the embodiments of the present invention can be understood according to specific situations.
[0030] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present invention.
[0031] Embodiment 1: A crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology, as Figure 1 - Figure 2 shown, includes a power supply system 10, a traveling system 11, a washing and blowing system 12, a vision system 13, and a control system 14. The power supply system 10 includes a photovoltaic panel support, a foldable photovoltaic panel, a power generation conversion device, and a battery assembly. The top of the photovoltaic panel support is movably connected to the foldable photovoltaic panel. The power generation conversion device and the battery assembly are respectively connected to the foldable photovoltaic panel through electrical signals. The traveling system 11 includes a motor, a transmission shaft, a differential, and crawlers. The output end of the motor is connected to the differential. The output end of the differential is connected to the transmission shaft. The output end of the transmission shaft is connected to the crawlers. The motor is connected to the battery assembly through electrical signals. The washing and blowing system 12 includes a high-pressure air jet head, a high-pressure water jet head, an air pump, and a water pump. The high-pressure air jet head is connected to the air pump through an air pipe. The high-pressure water jet head is connected to the water pump through a water pipe. The air pump and the water pump are respectively connected to the battery assembly through electrical signals. The vision system 13 includes a camera for collecting and capturing images to feedback the cleaning situation. The control system 14 includes a PLC for controlling the switches of the air pump and the water pump, and at the same time for controlling the start, stop, direction, and speed of the traveling system 11, and is connected to the vision system 13 through electrical signals to judge the cleaning situation. By integrating the power supply system 10, the traveling system 11, the washing and blowing system 12, the vision system 13, and the control system 14, the efficient and automatic cleaning of the photovoltaic panel is realized, without manual cleaning, greatly improving the cleaning efficiency and safety, and improving the power generation efficiency and service life of the photovoltaic panel.
[0032] Embodiment 2: On the basis of Embodiment 1, as Figure 2As shown, the power supply system 10 includes a photovoltaic panel support, a foldable photovoltaic panel, a power generation conversion device, and a battery assembly. The top of the photovoltaic panel support is movably connected to the foldable photovoltaic panel. The power generation conversion device and the battery assembly are respectively connected to the foldable photovoltaic panel through electrical signals. The traveling system 11 includes a motor, a transmission shaft, a differential, and crawlers. The output end of the motor is connected to the differential. The output end of the differential is connected to the transmission shaft. The output end of the transmission shaft is connected to the crawlers. The motor is connected to the battery assembly through electrical signals. The washing and blowing system 12 includes a high-pressure air jet head, a high-pressure water jet head, an air pump, and a water pump. The high-pressure air jet head is connected to the air pump through an air pipe. The high-pressure water jet head is connected to the water pump through a water pipe. The air pump and the water pump are respectively connected to the battery assembly through electrical signals. The vision system 13 includes a camera for collecting and capturing images to feedback the cleaning situation. The control system 14 includes a PLC for controlling the switches of the air pump and the water pump, and at the same time for controlling the start / stop, direction, and speed of the traveling system 11, and is connected to the vision system 13 through electrical signals to judge the cleaning situation. By adopting the distributed photovoltaic power generation technology, the foldable photovoltaic panel collects solar energy and converts it into electrical energy to provide power for the entire cleaning vehicle, realizing a green and environmentally friendly cleaning method.
[0033] Embodiment 3: On the basis of Embodiment 1 and Embodiment 2, as Figure 2 shown, the traveling system 11 includes a motor, a transmission shaft, a differential, and crawlers. The output end of the motor is connected to the differential. The output end of the differential is connected to the transmission shaft. The output end of the transmission shaft is connected to the crawlers. The motor is connected to the battery assembly through electrical signals. The washing and blowing system 12 includes a high-pressure air jet head, a high-pressure water jet head, an air pump, and a water pump. The high-pressure air jet head is connected to the air pump through an air pipe. The high-pressure water jet head is connected to the water pump through a water pipe. The air pump and the water pump are respectively connected to the battery assembly through electrical signals. The vision system 13 includes a camera for collecting and capturing images to feedback the cleaning situation. The control system 14 includes a PLC for controlling the switches of the air pump and the water pump, and at the same time for controlling the start / stop, direction, and speed of the traveling system 11, and is connected to the vision system 13 through electrical signals to judge the cleaning situation. First, move the present invention to the vicinity of the photovoltaic panel to be cleaned, and then start the foldable photovoltaic panel in the power supply system 10 to make it unfold and absorb sunlight for power generation. The power generation conversion device converts the light energy into electrical energy and stores it in the battery assembly to provide power support for the entire cleaning vehicle. By adopting the crawler design, it has good off-road performance and stability, can travel smoothly on various complex terrains, and ensures the smooth progress of the cleaning work.
[0034] Embodiment 4: On the basis of Embodiment 1, Embodiment 2, and Embodiment 3, as Figure 2As shown, the washing and blowing system 12 includes a high-pressure air jet head, a high-pressure water jet head, an air pump and a water pump. The high-pressure air jet head is connected to the air pump through an air pipe, and the high-pressure water jet head is connected to the water pump through a water pipe. The air pump and the water pump are respectively connected to the battery assembly through electrical signals. The vision system 13 includes a camera for collecting and capturing images to feedback the cleaning situation. The control system 14 includes a PLC for controlling the switches of the air pump and the water pump, and at the same time for controlling the start, stop, direction and speed of the traveling system 11, and is connected to the vision system 13 through electrical signals to judge the cleaning situation. Then, the operator sets the traveling path and speed of the cleaning vehicle through the control system 14. After receiving the control signal, the motor starts and drives the crawler to rotate through the transmission shaft and the differential, so that the cleaning vehicle moves along the set path to the surface of the photovoltaic panel. During the cleaning process, the control system 14 controls the operation of the washing and blowing system 12 according to the preset program. The air pump and the water pump are started respectively, and gas and water flow are sprayed onto the surface of the photovoltaic panel through the high-pressure air jet head and the high-pressure water jet head, effectively removing the dust and dirt on the surface of the photovoltaic panel. At the same time, the camera in the vision system 13 real-time collects the image of the surface of the photovoltaic panel and transmits the image information to the control system 14 for analysis. The control system 14 judges the cleaning effect according to the image information and adjusts the working parameters of the washing and blowing system 12 in a timely manner to ensure that the surface of the photovoltaic panel is thoroughly cleaned. In addition, the control system 14 can also intelligently adjust the traveling speed and cleaning intensity of the cleaning vehicle according to factors such as the actual situation of the photovoltaic panel and the weather conditions, so as to improve the cleaning efficiency and energy utilization rate. After completing the cleaning task, the operator can turn off the functions of the cleaning vehicle through the control system 14 and move it to a designated position for storage or charging for next use. By using the high-pressure air jet head and the high-pressure water jet head to clean the photovoltaic panel, the dirt and dust on the surface of the photovoltaic panel can be thoroughly removed, and the power generation efficiency of the photovoltaic panel can be improved.
[0035] Embodiment 5: On the basis of Embodiment 1, Embodiment 2, Embodiment 3 and Embodiment 4, as Figure 2As shown, the vision system 13 includes a camera for collecting and capturing images to feedback the cleaning situation. The control system 14 includes a PLC for controlling the switches of the air pump and the water pump, and for controlling the start / stop, direction and speed of the traveling system 11. It is electrically connected to the vision system 13 to judge the cleaning situation. First, move the present invention to the vicinity of the photovoltaic panel to be cleaned. Subsequently, start the folding photovoltaic panel in the power supply system 10 to make it unfold and absorb sunlight for power generation. The power generation conversion device converts the light energy into electrical energy and stores it in the battery module to provide power support for the entire cleaning vehicle. Then, the operator sets the traveling path and speed of the cleaning vehicle through the control system 14. After receiving the control signal, the motor starts and drives the crawler to rotate through the transmission shaft and the differential, so that the cleaning vehicle moves along the set path to the surface of the photovoltaic panel. During the cleaning process, the control system 14 controls the operation of the washing and blowing system 12 according to the preset program. The air pump and the water pump are started respectively, and gas and water flow are sprayed onto the surface of the photovoltaic panel through the high-pressure air jet head and the high-pressure water jet head to effectively remove the dust and dirt on the surface of the photovoltaic panel. At the same time, the camera in the vision system 13 collects the image of the surface of the photovoltaic panel in real time and transmits the image information to the control system 14 for analysis. The control system 14 judges the cleaning effect according to the image information and adjusts the working parameters of the washing and blowing system 12 in a timely manner to ensure that the surface of the photovoltaic panel is thoroughly cleaned. In addition, the control system 14 can also intelligently adjust the traveling speed and cleaning intensity of the cleaning vehicle according to factors such as the actual situation of the photovoltaic panel and the weather conditions to improve the cleaning efficiency and energy utilization rate. After completing the cleaning task, the operator can turn off the various functions of the cleaning vehicle through the control system 14 and move it to a designated location for storage or charging for the next use. By using a camera to collect and capture images, the cleaning situation can be feedback in real time to ensure that the cleaning effect meets the requirements. The control system is controlled by a PLC, with a high level of automation and intelligence, and can achieve comprehensive control of the cleaning vehicle, improving the operation convenience and safety of the cleaning vehicle.
[0036] Working principle of the present invention:
[0037] In use, the operator first moves the present invention near the photovoltaic panel to be cleaned, and then activates the folding photovoltaic panel in the power supply system 10 to unfold it and absorb sunlight for power generation. The power generation conversion device converts the light energy into electrical energy and stores it in the battery assembly to provide power support for the entire cleaning vehicle. Next, the operator sets the traveling path and speed of the cleaning vehicle through the control system 14. After receiving the control signal, the motor starts and drives the crawler to rotate through the transmission shaft and the differential, so that the cleaning vehicle moves to the surface of the photovoltaic panel along the set path. During the cleaning process, the control system 14 controls the operation of the washing and blowing system 12 according to the preset program. The air pump and the water pump are started respectively, and gas and water flow are sprayed onto the surface of the photovoltaic panel through the high-pressure air jet head and the high-pressure water jet head to effectively remove the dust and dirt on the surface of the photovoltaic panel. At the same time, the camera in the vision system 13 collects the image of the surface of the photovoltaic panel in real time and transmits the image information to the control system 14 for analysis. The control system 14 judges the cleaning effect according to the image information and adjusts the working parameters of the washing and blowing system 12 in a timely manner to ensure that the surface of the photovoltaic panel is thoroughly cleaned. In addition, the control system 14 can also intelligently adjust the traveling speed and cleaning intensity of the cleaning vehicle according to factors such as the actual situation of the photovoltaic panel and the weather conditions to improve the cleaning efficiency and energy utilization rate. After the cleaning task is completed, the operator can turn off the functions of the cleaning vehicle through the control system 14 and move it to a designated location for storage or charging for future use.
[0038] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited by the above embodiments, and what is described in the above embodiments and the specification is only to illustrate the principle of the present invention. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, the present invention will have various changes and improvements, and all these changes and improvements fall within the scope of the present invention claimed. The scope of protection claimed by the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology, characterized in that, It includes a power supply system (10), a traveling system (11), a washing and blowing system (12), a vision system (13) and a control system (14). The power supply system (10) includes a photovoltaic panel support, a foldable photovoltaic panel, a power generation conversion device and a battery assembly. The traveling system (11) includes a motor, a transmission shaft, a differential and crawler tracks. The washing and blowing system (12) includes a high-pressure air jet head, a high-pressure water jet head, an air pump and a water pump. The vision system (13) includes a camera. The control system (14) includes a PLC.
2. The crawler - type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology according to claim 1, wherein: The top of the photovoltaic panel support is movably connected to the foldable photovoltaic panel, and the power generation conversion device and the battery assembly are respectively connected to the foldable photovoltaic panel through electrical signals.
3. The crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology according to claim 1, characterized in that: The output end of the motor is connected to the differential.
4. The crawler - type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology according to claim 1, wherein: The output end of the differential is connected to the transmission shaft.
5. The crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology according to claim 1, wherein: The output end of the transmission shaft is connected to the crawler tracks.
6. The crawler - type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology according to claim 1, characterized in that: The motor is connected to the battery assembly through an electrical signal.
7. The crawler-type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology according to claim 1, wherein: The high-pressure air jet head is connected to the air pump through an air pipe.
8. The crawler - type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology according to claim 1, wherein: The high-pressure water jet head is connected to the water pump through a water pipe.
9. The crawler - type photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle based on distributed photovoltaic power generation technology according to claim 1, characterized in that: The air pump and the water pump are respectively connected to the battery assembly through electrical signals.