Wind power blade web turning tool
By designing the wind power blade web turnover tooling, using hydraulic cylinders and electronic control devices to control the flip, combined with the downward plate and rubber pad, the problems of large deformation and twisting and high shear force during the flip of the wind power blade are solved, and the stable flip and accurate positioning of the web are achieved, reducing the risk of damage.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202411973873.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-30
- Publication Date
- 2025-08-15
AI Technical Summary
During the wind power blades, the deformation and torsion are large during the flip process, and the overall effect is high due to shear force, which is prone to invisible damage.
A wind power blade web turnover tool is designed, using hydraulic cylinders and electronic control devices to control the flip, combined with downward plates and rubber pads to ensure the stability and uniform force of the web flip, and reduce human error and local damage.
By precisely controlling the hydraulic cylinder and electronic control devices, the stability and consistency of web flips are achieved, the risk of damage is reduced, the web positioning is accurate and structural stability is ensured, and offset and tilt are avoided.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of wind power generation, and in particular relates to a wind turbine blade web turning tool. Background Art
[0002] As one of the most critical working components in wind turbine power generation, wind turbine blades typically consist of three parts: a skin, a beam, and a web. The web, as the core component, bears the primary load during blade movement. The web is formed using vacuum infusion in a separate, horizontal position. After demolding, it needs to be adjusted to an upright position and stored in a web storage rack.
[0003] The current flipping process involves multiple straps, allowing the blade to be rotated from a horizontal position to an upright position. Wind turbine blades are now typically over 100 meters long, with webs that are generally over 100 meters long and relatively flexible. This process results in significant deformation and torsion, and the blade is subject to significant shear forces, which can easily lead to invisible damage. Summary of the Invention
[0004] In view of this, the present invention aims to propose a wind turbine blade web turning tool to solve the problem that the current wind turbine blade turning process has large deformation and torsion during the turning process, is highly affected by shear force as a whole, and is prone to invisible damage.
[0005] To achieve the above object, the technical solution of the present invention is achieved as follows: The present invention provides a wind turbine blade web turning tool, comprising a plurality of tools distributed on the same side of the wind turbine blade web; a single web turning tool comprises a fixed base for supporting the single web turning tool as a whole, which is composed of a plurality of rectangular steel sections; a turning structure for turning the wind turbine blade web, wherein one end of a first connecting rod is connected to a left fixed rod on the top of the fixed base through a bearing, the other end of the first connecting rod serves as a turning axis, the turning axis is connected to one end of a second connecting rod and a plunger rod of a hydraulic cylinder, and the hydraulic oil is The bottom fixed end of the cylinder is connected to the right fixed rod on the top of the fixed base through a bearing, the right fixed rod is connected to the third connecting rod, one end of the second connecting rod is connected to the third connecting rod, and two extension rods are connected to the right side of the third connecting rod. The upper extension rod fixes the lower pressure plate, and a rubber pad is provided on the inner side of the lower extension rod, and the rubber pad is installed opposite to the lower pressure plate; the electronic control device is connected to several hydraulic cylinders, which is used to control the extension and retraction of the plunger rod of the hydraulic cylinder and the collinear state of the turning axes of several turning tooling; the length of the first connecting rod is less than the length of the second connection.
[0006] Furthermore, the third connecting rod is a connecting rod assembly, which includes a horizontal connecting rod connected to the fixed rod on the right side of the fixed base on the left side, and a branch connecting rod connected to the extension rod on the right side. The branch connecting rod is divided into an upper branch connecting rod and a lower branch connecting rod. The upper branch connecting rod is connected to the extension rod and fixes the lower pressure plate. The lower branch connecting rod is connected to the extension rod and a rectangular rubber pad is fixed on the inside. The lower branch connecting rod and the horizontal fixed rod are the same connecting rod. The horizontal connecting rod is connected to the branch connecting rod through a vertical bending plate. The bending plate is fixed on the right side of the vertical bending plate, and the screw passes through the bending plate and is connected to the support seat.
[0007] Furthermore, the vertical plate on the left side of the support seat is fixed with a screw, and the end faces of the vertical plates are connected to the horizontal plates. The other end faces of the horizontal plates are connected to the inclined plates. The inclined plates connected to the upper horizontal plates are inclined upward, and the inclined plates connected to the lower horizontal plates are inclined downward. The two inclined plates have the same inclination angle. The two horizontal plates are connected to an inclined reinforcing plate, and the inclined reinforcing plate forms an acute angle with the vertical plates.
[0008] Furthermore, the length of the extension rod covers 3 / 4 of the web height area at the installation position of the single web turning tool.
[0009] Furthermore, the lower pressure plate is spirally fixed on the extension rod and there are several of them. The top of the lower pressure plate is the twisting rod, and the bottom of the lower pressure plate is the supporting universal foot. The distance between any adjacent lower pressure plates does not exceed 400 mm.
[0010] Furthermore, the vertical plate on the left side of the support seat is fixed with a screw, and the end faces of the vertical plates are connected to the horizontal plates. The other end faces of the horizontal plates are connected to the inclined plates. The inclined plates connected to the upper horizontal plates are inclined upward, and the inclined plates connected to the lower horizontal plates are inclined downward. The two inclined plates have the same inclination angle. The two horizontal plates are connected to an inclined reinforcing plate, and the inclined reinforcing plate forms an acute angle with the vertical plates.
[0011] Furthermore, the installation positions of the plurality of single web turning toolings are distributed according to the weight of the web of the wind turbine blade.
[0012] Furthermore, the upper surface of the wind turbine blade web contacts the supporting universal foot of the lower pressure plate, the lower surface of the wind turbine blade web contacts the rubber pad, and the side surface of the wind turbine blade web contacts the support seat.
[0013] Furthermore, when the plurality of electronic control devices control the plurality of hydraulic cylinders to perform synchronous actions, the turning axes of the plurality of single web turning fixtures maintain a collinear state.
[0014] Compared with the prior art, the wind turbine blade web turning tool of the present invention has the following advantages: (1) The present invention ensures stability and consistency during web flipping by precisely controlling the hydraulic cylinder and electronic control device, reducing errors caused by human factors and thus ensuring web product quality. The combination of the hydraulic cylinder and electronic control device can provide a smooth and controlled flipping action. Simultaneous flipping at multiple positions ensures uniform stress on the web, reducing the risk of damage to the web during flipping.
[0015] (2) The use of the lower pressure plate and rubber pad in the present invention can ensure more accurate positioning of the web on the wind turbine blade web, preventing the web from shifting or tilting during the bonding process, thereby ensuring the strength and structural stability of the web. The uniform spacing between the lower pressure plates helps to ensure uniform pressure distribution throughout the entire pressing area, thereby preventing damage to the web during the flipping process caused by excessive or insufficient pressure in local areas. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0016] The accompanying drawings, which constitute a part of the present invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute improper limitations on the present invention.
[0017] In the attached figure: Figure 1 This is an axial schematic diagram of a single web turning tool in the wind turbine blade web turning tool according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is an enlarged front view of a single web turning tool in the wind turbine blade web turning tool according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall axial side of the wind turbine blade web turning tool according to an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a partial axial schematic diagram of the wind turbine blade web turning tool according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0018] Description of reference numerals: 1. Fixed base; 2. First connecting rod; 3. Hydraulic cylinder; 4. Second connecting rod; 5. Support seat; 6. Rubber pad; 7. Extension rod; 8. Lower pressure plate; 9. Wind turbine blade web; 10. Web platform steel frame; 11. Bending plate; 12. Screw; 13. Third connecting rod. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0019] It should be noted that, in the absence of conflict, the embodiments of the present invention and the features therein may be combined with each other.
[0020] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are 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, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the present invention. In addition, the terms "first", "second", etc. are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Therefore, features defined as "first", "second", etc. may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise specified, "multiple" means two or more.
[0021] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention based on specific circumstances.
[0022] The present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and in conjunction with embodiments.
[0023] See Figures 1-4 As shown, this embodiment provides a wind turbine blade web turning tool, which is distributed on the same side of the wind turbine blade web; the single web turning tool includes a fixed base 1 for supporting the single web turning tool as a whole, which is composed of several rectangular steel sections; a turning structure for turning the wind turbine blade web, wherein one end of the first connecting rod 2 is connected to the left fixed rod on the top of the fixed base 1 through a bearing, and the other end of the first connecting rod 2 serves as a turning axis, which is connected to one end of the second connecting rod 4 and the plunger rod of the hydraulic cylinder 3. The bottom fixed end of the hydraulic cylinder 3 is connected to the right fixed rod on the top of the fixed base 1 through a bearing. The right fixed rod is connected to the third connecting rod 13. One end of the second connecting rod 4 is connected to the third connecting rod 13. Two extension rods 7 are connected to the right side of the third connecting rod 13. The upper extension rod fixes the lower pressure plate 8. A rubber pad 6 is provided on the inner side of the lower extension rod, and the rubber pad 6 is installed opposite to the lower pressure plate 8; the electronic control device is connected to several hydraulic cylinders 3 for controlling the extension and retraction of the plunger rod of the hydraulic cylinder; the length of the first connecting rod 2 is less than the length of the second connecting rod 4.
[0024] Specifically, in this embodiment, the third connecting rod 13 is a connecting rod assembly, which includes a horizontal connecting rod connected to the fixed rod on the right side of the fixed base 1 on the left, and a branch connecting rod connected to the extension rod on the right side. The branch connecting rod is divided into an upper branch connecting rod and a lower branch connecting rod. The upper branch connecting rod is connected to the extension rod 7 and fixes the lower pressure plate 8. The lower branch connecting rod is connected to the extension rod 7 and a rectangular rubber pad 6 is fixed on the inside. The lower branch connecting rod and the horizontal fixed rod are the same connecting rod. The horizontal connecting rod and the branch connecting rod are connected through a vertical bending plate. The bending plate 11 is fixed to the right side of the vertical bending plate. The screw 12 passes through the bending plate 11 and is connected to the support seat 5.
[0025] Specifically, in this embodiment, the vertical plate on the left side of the support seat 5 is fixed with the screw 12, the end faces of the vertical plates are connected to the horizontal plates, and the other end faces of the horizontal plates are connected to the inclined plates. The inclined plates connected to the upper horizontal plates are inclined upward, and the inclined plates connected to the lower horizontal plates are inclined downward. The inclination angles of the two inclined plates are the same, and the two horizontal plates are connected to an inclined reinforcing plate, which forms an acute angle with the vertical plates.
[0026] Specifically, in this embodiment, the length of the extension rod 7 covers ¾ of the web height area at the installation position of the single web turning tool.
[0027] Specifically, in this embodiment, the lower pressure plate 8 is spirally fixed on the extension rod 7 and there are several of them. The top of the lower pressure plate 8 is a twisting rod, and the bottom of the lower pressure plate 8 is a supporting universal foot. The distance between any adjacent lower pressure plates 8 does not exceed 400 mm.
[0028] Specifically, in this embodiment, the vertical plate on the left side of the support seat 5 is fixed with the screw 12, the end faces of the vertical plates are connected to the horizontal plates, and the other end faces of the horizontal plates are connected to the inclined plates. The inclined plates connected to the upper horizontal plates are inclined upward, and the inclined plates connected to the lower horizontal plates are inclined downward. The inclination angles of the two inclined plates are the same, and the two horizontal plates are connected to an inclined reinforcing plate, which forms an acute angle with the vertical plates.
[0029] Specifically, in this embodiment, the installation positions of the plurality of single web turning toolings are distributed according to the weight of the web of the wind turbine blade.
[0030] Specifically, in this embodiment, the upper surface of the wind turbine blade web 9 contacts the supporting universal foot of the lower pressure plate 8 , the lower surface of the wind turbine blade web 9 contacts the rubber pad 6 , and the side surface of the wind turbine blade web 9 contacts the support seat 5 .
[0031] Specifically, in this embodiment, when the plurality of electronic control devices control the plurality of hydraulic cylinders 3 to perform synchronous actions, the turning axes of the plurality of single web turning fixtures maintain a collinear state.
[0032] Turning process: Step 1: Use paper tubes to support the web of the wind turbine blade, and the support distance from the web steel platform boss height exceeds 400mm; Step 2: Install the extension rod on the wind turbine blade web turning tool. The length of the extension rod is related to the actual placement, and it is necessary to ensure that the extension rod covers 3 / 4 of the web height area; Step 3: Rotate the lower pressure plate to fit the web profile. The bottom of the lower pressure plate is protected by a rubber pad. The number of pressure plates can be reduced as appropriate according to the actual operation situation to ensure that the pressure plates are evenly distributed on the web, with a spacing of no more than 400mm; Step 4: Start the turning cylinder and observe the web turning from horizontal to vertical. The turning tool performs the turning action synchronously through the electronic control device; Step 5: Use the sling to lift the web from the tooling and place it on the vertical storage rack to complete the horizontal to vertical operation.
[0033] The turning axis of the wind turbine blade web turning tool is installed using a laser tracker to ensure alignment. This ensures that the turning process does not cause any twisting to the web product. The turning tool is arranged based on the weight distribution of the blade web, ensuring that the torque is less than the turning force.
[0034] The wind turbine blade web turning tooling ensures stability and consistency during the web turning process by precisely controlling the hydraulic cylinders and electronic control devices, reducing errors caused by human factors and thus ensuring web product quality. The combination of hydraulic cylinders and electronic control devices can provide a smooth and controlled turning motion. Simultaneous turning in multiple positions ensures uniform force on the web, reducing the risk of damage to the web during the turning process. The use of lower pressure plates and rubber pads ensures more accurate positioning of the web on the wind turbine blade web, preventing the web from shifting or tilting during the bonding process, thereby ensuring the strength and structural stability of the web. Uniform lower pressure plate spacing helps ensure uniform pressure distribution throughout the entire pressing area, thus avoiding damage to the web during the turning process due to excessive or insufficient pressure in local areas.
[0035] 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, improvements, etc. 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 blade web turning tool, characterized in that: Several of them are distributed on the same side of the web of the wind turbine blade; the single web turning tool comprises a fixed base (1) for supporting the single web turning tool as a whole, which is composed of a plurality of rectangular steel sections; a turning structure for turning the web of the wind turbine blade, wherein one end of a first connecting rod (2) is connected to a left fixed rod at the top of the fixed base (1) through a bearing, the other end of the first connecting rod (2) serves as a turning axis, the turning axis is connected to one end of a second connecting rod (4) and a plunger rod of a hydraulic cylinder (3), the bottom fixed end of the hydraulic cylinder (3) is connected to the right fixed rod at the top of the fixed base (1), and the turning axis is connected to the left fixed rod at the top of the fixed base (1). The rods are connected through bearings, the right fixed rod is connected to the third connecting rod (13), one end of the second connecting rod (4) is connected to the third connecting rod (13), the right side of the third connecting rod (13) is connected to two extension rods (7), the upper extension rod fixes the lower pressure plate (8), and a rubber pad (6) is provided on the inner side of the lower extension rod, and the rubber pad (6) is installed opposite to the lower pressure plate (8); the electronic control device is connected to a plurality of hydraulic cylinders (3) and is used to control the extension and retraction of the plunger rods of the hydraulic cylinders and the collinear state of the turning axes of a plurality of turning toolings; the length of the first connecting rod (2) is less than the length of the second connecting rod (4).
2. The wind turbine blade web turning tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The third connecting rod (13) is a connecting rod assembly, which includes a horizontal connecting rod connected to the fixed rod on the right side of the fixed base (1) on the left side, and a branch connecting rod connected to the extension rod on the right side. The branch connecting rod is divided into an upper branch connecting rod and a lower branch connecting rod. The upper branch connecting rod is connected to the extension rod (7) and fixes the lower pressure plate (8). The lower branch connecting rod is connected to the extension rod (7) and a rectangular rubber pad (6) is fixed on the inner side. The lower branch connecting rod and the horizontal fixed rod are the same connecting rod. The horizontal connecting rod is connected to the branch connecting rod through a vertical bending plate. The bending plate (11) is fixed on the right side of the vertical bending plate. The screw (12) passes through the bending plate (11) and is connected to the support seat (5).
3. The wind turbine blade web turning tool according to claim 2, characterized in that: The vertical plate on the left side of the support seat (5) is fixed to the screw (12), and the end faces of the vertical plates are connected to the horizontal plates. The other end faces of the horizontal plates are connected to the inclined plates. The inclined plates connected to the upper horizontal plates are inclined upward, and the inclined plates connected to the lower horizontal plates are inclined downward. The two inclined plates have the same inclination angle. The two horizontal plates are connected to an inclined reinforcement plate, and the inclined reinforcement plate forms an acute angle with the vertical plates.
4. The wind turbine blade web turning tool according to claim 2, characterized in that: The length of the extension rod (7) covers an area of 3 / 4 of the web height area at the installation position of the single web turning tool.
5. The wind turbine blade web turning tool according to claim 2, characterized in that: The lower pressure plate (8) is spirally fixed on the extension rod (7) and is provided with several, the top of the lower pressure plate (8) is a twisting rod, the bottom of the lower pressure plate (8) is a supporting universal foot, and the spacing between any adjacent lower pressure plates (8) does not exceed 400 mm.
6. The wind turbine blade web turning tool according to claim 2, characterized in that: The vertical plate on the left side of the support seat (5) is fixed to the screw (12), and the end faces of the vertical plates are connected to the horizontal plates. The other end faces of the horizontal plates are connected to the inclined plates. The inclined plates connected to the upper horizontal plates are inclined upward, and the inclined plates connected to the lower horizontal plates are inclined downward. The two inclined plates have the same inclination angle. The two horizontal plates are connected to an inclined reinforcement plate, and the inclined reinforcement plate forms an acute angle with the vertical plates.
7. The wind turbine blade web turning tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The installation positions of several single web turning toolings are distributed according to the weight of the web of the wind turbine blade.
8. The wind turbine blade web turning tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper surface of the wind turbine blade web (9) contacts the supporting universal foot of the lower pressure plate (8), the lower surface of the wind turbine blade web (9) contacts the rubber pad (6), and the side surface of the wind turbine blade web (9) contacts the support seat (5).
9. The wind turbine blade web turning tool according to claim 1, characterized in that: When a plurality of electronic control devices control a plurality of hydraulic cylinders (3) to perform synchronous actions, the turning axes of a plurality of single web turning fixtures are maintained in a collinear state.