Wind generating set

By adding support plates and buffers in the wind turbine set, combining flexible materials and viscous damping, the vibration problem of wind turbine sets is solved, the stability and durability of the equipment are improved, and the maintenance costs are reduced.

CN120444191AInactive Publication Date: 2025-08-08CHINA HYDROELECTRIC ENGINEERING CONSULTING GROUP CHENGDU RESEARCH HYDROELECTRIC INVESTIGATION DESIGN AND INSTITUTE
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Application Number
CN202510730842.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-06-03
Publication Date
2025-08-08
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Technical Problem

During operation, the vibration problems caused by wind speed changes and mechanical wear affect equipment efficiency and safety. Traditional designs are difficult to effectively suppress vibration under complex wind conditions, and the maintenance costs are high.

Method used

A support plate is added in the housing of the wind turbine unit, and the motor is fixed to the support plate, connected to the housing through the first and second buffers, combining flexible material and viscous damping to reduce the impact of vibration.

Benefits of technology

It effectively reduces the impact of motor vibration on the unit, improves the stability and durability of the equipment, and reduces maintenance costs.

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Abstract

The invention discloses a wind generating set in the technical field of wind power generation. The wind generating set comprises a shell, a motor and a transmission shaft, a containing cavity is formed in the shell, the motor is arranged in the containing cavity, a through hole is formed in one side of the shell, the transmission shaft penetrates through the through hole, the transmission shaft is in driving connection with the motor, the wind generating set further comprises a supporting plate, a plurality of vertically-arranged polished rods are arranged in the containing cavity, and the supporting plate is connected to the polished rods in a sleeving mode and can move up and down along the polished rods; the motor is fixedly installed on the supporting plate, a first buffering piece is arranged in the area, located above the supporting rod, of the polished rod, and a second buffering piece is arranged in the area, located below the supporting rod, of the polished rod, so that when the motor operates, the supporting plate where the motor is located can move up and down. The supporting plate is additionally arranged in the shell, the motor is fixed to the supporting plate, and the supporting plate is connected with the shell through the first buffering piece and the second buffering piece up and down, so that the influence of motor vibration on the unit is reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of wind power generation, and in particular to a wind power generator set. Background Art

[0002] With the growing global demand for clean energy, wind power generation, as a key form of renewable energy, is garnering increasing attention. However, a major operational challenge for wind turbines is vibration caused by factors such as wind speed fluctuations and mechanical wear. This vibration not only affects the efficiency and lifespan of the equipment but can also pose safety risks. Therefore, research and development of effective vibration suppression and stability enhancement devices are crucial for improving the performance of wind power systems. Traditional wind turbine designs typically rely on robust mechanical structures to withstand the various challenges posed by the natural environment. However, this design approach has limitations, particularly when faced with complex and variable wind conditions. For example, sudden increases in wind speed or gusts can dramatically increase the load on the blades, causing additional vibration in the drivetrain and generator. Over time, this accelerates component wear and can lead to equipment failure. Furthermore, since wind turbines are often located in remote areas, maintenance costs are high and timely repairs are difficult to obtain, further highlighting the need for improved equipment stability and durability. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In order to overcome the technical problems of vibration and instability in the operation of existing wind turbine generator sets, the present invention provides a wind turbine generator set.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by the present invention to solve its technical problem is: A wind turbine generator set includes a shell, a motor, and a transmission shaft. A accommodating cavity is provided in the shell, and the motor is placed in the accommodating cavity. A through hole is provided on one side of the shell for the transmission shaft to pass through. The transmission shaft and the motor are driven and connected. The shell also includes a support plate. A plurality of vertically arranged light rods are arranged in the accommodating cavity. The support plate is sleeved on the light rods and can move up and down along the light rods. The motor is fixedly mounted on the support plate, and a first buffer is provided on the area above the support rod, and a second buffer is provided on the area below the support rod, so that when the motor is running, the support plate where the motor is located can move up and down.

[0005] In the present application, a support plate is added in the shell, the motor is fixed on the support plate, and the support plate is connected to the shell via a first buffer and a second buffer at the top and bottom, thereby reducing the impact of motor vibration on the unit.

[0006] In some embodiments, the first buffering member is a first spring, and the second buffering member is a second spring.

[0007] In some embodiments, flexible materials are provided on both upper and lower sides of the area where the support plate connects to the polished rod and on both ends of the polished rod, so that both ends of the first spring and both ends of the second spring abut against the flexible material.

[0008] In some embodiments, a plurality of collars are provided around the support plate for being sleeved on the polished rod.

[0009] In some embodiments, a plurality of third springs are further provided between the bottom of the support plate and the inner bottom surface of the housing.

[0010] In some embodiments, a flexible layer is provided on the bottom of the support plate and the inner bottom surface of the shell, and both ends of the third spring are connected to the flexible layer.

[0011] In some embodiments, a speed reducer is provided between the transmission shaft and the motor.

[0012] In some embodiments, a damper is provided on the top of the housing on the side where the transmission shaft extends out from the housing.

[0013] In some embodiments, a bearing is sleeved on the transmission shaft, and a plurality of viscous dampers are arranged on the outer periphery of the bearing, and the viscous dampers connect the bearing and the inner side of the housing.

[0014] The beneficial effects of the present invention are: By adding a support plate in the shell, the motor is fixed on the support plate, and the support plate is connected to the shell through the first buffer member and the second buffer member at the top and bottom, thereby reducing the influence of the motor vibration on the unit. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the internal structure of a wind turbine generator set provided by the present invention; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the motor support related components; Figure 3 for Figure 2 A magnified diagram of the details of the connection between the middle support plate and the polished rod.

[0016] Components marked in the figure are: 1-housing, 2-stabilizing body, 3-transmission shaft, 4-viscous damper, 5-stabilizing ball, 6-double-ear plate, 7-damper, 8-motor, 9-reducer, 10-polished rod, 11-support plate, 12-first flexible material, 13-second flexible material, 14-first silicone pad, 15-second silicone pad, 16-bearing, 17-first spring, 18-second spring, 19-third spring, 20-silicone ring, 110-collar. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0017] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0018] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0019] Combine Figure 1-3 As shown, the present invention provides a wind turbine generator set.

[0020] The wind turbine generator set includes a shell 1, a motor 8, and a transmission shaft 3. The shell 1 is provided with a receiving cavity, and the motor 8 is placed in the receiving cavity. A through hole is provided on one side of the shell 1 for the transmission shaft 3 to pass through. The transmission shaft 3 and the motor 8 are driven and connected.

[0021] The housing further comprises a support plate 11 , wherein a plurality of vertically arranged polished rods 10 are arranged in the housing cavity. The support plate 11 is sleeved on the polished rods 10 and can move up and down along the polished rods 10 .

[0022] The motor 8 is fixedly mounted on the support plate 11. A first buffer is provided on the area above the support rod 10, and a second buffer is provided on the area below the support rod 10, so that when the motor 8 is running, the support plate 11 where the motor 8 is located can move up and down.

[0023] In this application, a support plate 11 is added to the shell 1, the motor 8 is fixed on the support plate 11, and the support plate 11 is connected to the shell 1 through the first buffer and the second buffer up and down, thereby reducing the impact of the vibration of the motor 8 on the unit.

[0024] In this embodiment, the first buffer member is a first spring 17 , and the second buffer member is a second spring 18 .

[0025] In some embodiments, the first buffer member and the second buffer member may also be in the form of a cylindrical rubber body with an embedded metal skeleton, a polyurethane buffer pad, or the like.

[0026] In this embodiment, flexible materials are provided on both upper and lower sides of the region where the support plate 11 connects to the polished rod 10 and both ends of the polished rod 10 , so that both ends of the first spring 17 and the second spring 18 abut against the flexible materials.

[0027] There are many options for flexible materials, such as polyurethane elastomers, rubber materials, aramid fiber reinforced elastomers, etc.

[0028] Specifically, in this embodiment, a silicone ring 20 is fixedly sleeved on the upper end of the polished rod 10; the upper and lower sides of the support plate 11 connecting the polished rod 10 are the upper and lower sides of the ring 110 in this embodiment. As shown in the figure, a first flexible material 12 is provided on the upper side of the ring 110 for abutting the first spring 17, and a second flexible material 13 is provided on the lower side of the ring 110 for abutting the second spring 18.

[0029] In this embodiment, a plurality of collars 110 are provided around the support plate 11 for being sleeved on the polished rod 10 .

[0030] As shown in the figure, two collars 110 are provided on each side of the support plate 11, and the number and position of the polished rods 10 are correspondingly arranged.

[0031] In this embodiment, a plurality of third springs 19 are further provided between the bottom of the support plate 11 and the inner bottom surface of the housing to support the support plate 11 and further reduce vibration.

[0032] In this embodiment, a flexible layer is provided on the bottom of the support plate 11 and the inner bottom surface of the housing, and the two ends of the third spring 19 are connected to the flexible layer. The provision of the flexible layer can absorb the vibration generated by the third spring 19.

[0033] The flexible layer is made of a flexible material. In this embodiment, the flexible layer comprises the first silicone pad 14 on the bottom of the support plate 11 and the second silicone pad 15 on the inner bottom surface of the housing. Laying the flexible layer in layers facilitates the flexible implementation of the third spring 19. The flexible material abutted by the lower end of the aforementioned second spring 18 forms the flexible layer.

[0034] In this embodiment, a speed reducer 9 is provided between the transmission shaft 3 and the motor 8 .

[0035] In this embodiment, a damper 7 is provided on the top of the housing 1 on the side where the transmission shaft 3 extends out from the housing 1 .

[0036] The damper 7 serves as a stabilizing body 2 and includes stabilizing balls 5 for maintaining the stability of the entire wind turbine generator set.

[0037] In this embodiment, a bearing 16 is mounted on the transmission shaft 3. Multiple viscous dampers 4 are arranged around the outer circumference of the bearing 16, connecting the bearing 16 to the inner side of the housing 1. This arrangement reduces the swaying of the wind turbine blades. Two lugs 6 connect the bearing 16 to the inner side of the housing 1 on either side of the viscous damper 4.

[0038] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A wind turbine generator set comprising a housing (1), a motor (8), and a transmission shaft (3), wherein the housing (1) is provided with a receiving cavity, the motor (8) is placed in the receiving cavity, a through hole is provided on one side of the housing (1) for the transmission shaft (3) to pass through, and the transmission shaft (3) and the motor (8) are connected in a driving manner, wherein: It also includes a support plate (11), a plurality of vertically arranged polished rods (10) are arranged in the accommodating cavity, and the support plate (11) is sleeved on the polished rods (10) and can move up and down along the polished rods (10); The motor (8) is fixedly mounted on the support plate (11), a first buffer is provided on the area above the support rod on the polished rod (10), and a second buffer is provided on the area below the support rod on the polished rod (10), so that when the motor (8) is running, the support plate (11) where the motor (8) is located can move up and down.

2. The wind turbine generator set according to claim 1, wherein: The first buffer member is a first spring (17), and the second buffer member is a second spring (18).

3. The wind turbine generator set according to claim 2, wherein: Flexible material is provided on both upper and lower sides of the region where the support plate (11) is connected to the light rod (10) and both ends of the light rod (10), so that both ends of the first spring (17) and both ends of the second spring (18) abut against the flexible material.

4. The wind turbine generator set according to claim 3, wherein: A plurality of collars (110) are provided around the support plate (11) for being sleeved on the polished rod (10).

5. The wind turbine generator set according to claim 1, wherein: A plurality of third springs (19) are further provided between the bottom of the support plate (11) and the inner bottom surface of the shell.

6. The wind turbine generator set according to claim 4, wherein: A flexible layer is provided on the bottom of the support plate (11) and the inner bottom surface of the shell, and two ends of the third spring (19) are connected to the flexible layer.

7. The wind turbine generator set according to claim 1, wherein: A speed reducer (9) is provided between the transmission shaft (3) and the motor (8).

8. The wind turbine generator set according to claim 1, wherein: A damper (7) is provided on the top of the housing (1) on the side where the transmission shaft (3) extends out relative to the housing (1).

9. The wind turbine generator set according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that: A bearing (16) is sleeved on the transmission shaft (3), a plurality of viscous dampers (4) are arranged on the outer periphery of the bearing (16), and the viscous dampers (4) are connected to the bearing (16) and the inner side of the housing (1).

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