Automatic alignment loading platform for photovoltaic modules

Abstract

The invention discloses a photovoltaic module automatic alignment loading platform, and belongs to the technical field of loading, the photovoltaic module automatic alignment loading platform comprises a platform body, a first side baffle and a second side baffle are arranged on the upper side of the platform body, and a first side edge alignment assembly is arranged on the side, away from the first side baffle, of the platform body; according to the technical scheme, in the first side edge alignment assembly, an alignment sliding rod penetrates through a first fixing plate and a first connecting frame to be arranged, the first side edge alignment assembly is used for aligning one side edges of photovoltaic modules of different sizes, and a second side edge alignment assembly used for aligning the other side edges of the photovoltaic modules is arranged on the side, away from the second side baffle, of the platform body; the fixing ring and the alignment spring are matched to form a telescopic jacking structure, and meanwhile the pull rod is used for controlling the fixing clamping ring to be opened and closed so that the alignment sliding rod can be rapidly locked and unlocked. According to the structure, the alignment position can be adjusted without disassembling parts, the alignment requirements of assemblies of different sizes are met, and the problems that when existing equipment is matched with the specifications of the assemblies, operation is tedious, and the downtime is long are solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of loading, specifically to an automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules. Background Technology

[0002] In the production, installation, and warehousing of photovoltaic (PV) modules, alignment and loading are crucial processes connecting various stages. Production workshops need to precisely align packaged modules to ensure testing accuracy; PV power plants require aligned stacking to improve installation efficiency; and warehousing centers rely on aligned stacking to optimize space utilization. Currently, most mainstream automated PV module alignment and loading platforms use a single fixed structure for positioning or rely on manual adjustment. The former struggles to adapt to the switching needs of modules of different sizes, while the latter requires additional manpower and is inefficient, failing to meet the demands of large-scale production and operations.

[0003] Existing automatic alignment and loading platforms have significant shortcomings in their structural design: First, the alignment mechanism lacks a flexible locking and reset structure. When adapting to components of different sizes, multiple parts need to be disassembled or adjusted to change the alignment benchmark, which is cumbersome and time-consuming, resulting in long downtime when changing component specifications. Second, there is a lack of effective buffering and guiding structures during the alignment process. When components are transported to the alignment position, they are prone to hard impacts with the limiting components, which may not only cause component position deviation but also hinder the conveying process and affect the overall work rhythm. Third, there is a lack of reliable position locking structure after alignment. During subsequent conveying or waiting for loading, components are prone to position deviation due to external interference, requiring secondary adjustments and further reducing work efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules, so as to solve the problems mentioned in the background art regarding the existing photovoltaic module alignment and loading.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: including a platform body, wherein a first side baffle and a second side baffle are provided on the upper side of the platform body, a first side alignment component is provided on the side of the platform body away from the first side baffle for aligning one side of photovoltaic modules of different sizes, and a second side alignment component is provided on the side of the platform body away from the second side baffle for aligning the other side of the photovoltaic modules.

[0006] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution: the first side alignment component includes a first fixing plate and a first connecting frame disposed on the platform body. An alignment slide rod is connected to the inner side of the first fixing plate, a fixing ring is connected to the outer side of the alignment slide rod, an alignment spring is sleeved on the outer side of the alignment slide rod, a top plate is connected to one end of the alignment slide rod, and a buffer pad is connected to the side of the top plate away from the alignment spring.

[0007] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution: the first side alignment component further includes a limiting groove provided on the first fixed plate, a pull rod connected to the inner side of the limiting groove, a fixing clamping ring connected to one end of the pull rod, a fixing ring groove provided on the inner side of the fixing clamping ring, a first limiting telescopic rod connected to one side of the fixing clamping ring, and a first fastening spring sleeved on the outer side of the first limiting telescopic rod.

[0008] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution: the first connecting frame is L-shaped and is fixedly mounted on the upper side of the platform body; the alignment slide rod is slidably connected to the first fixed plate and the first connecting frame; the fixing ring is slidably connected to the inner side of the first fixed plate; and the two ends of the alignment spring are respectively fixedly connected to one side of the top plate and the inner side of the first connecting frame.

[0009] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution: the alignment slide rod is slidably connected to the inner side of the fixing ring groove, the fixing ring groove is provided in several groups and is evenly distributed on the inner side of the fixing clamping ring, the fixing clamping ring is semi-circular in shape, one end of the pull rod is fixedly provided to the outer side of the fixing clamping ring, and the pull rod is slidably connected to the inner side of the limiting groove;

[0010] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution: one end of the first limiting telescopic rod is fixedly connected to the middle position of one side of the fixed clamping ring, and the other end of the first limiting telescopic rod is fixedly connected to the inner side of the first fixed plate, and the fixed clamping ring is slidably disposed on the inner side of the first fixed plate;

[0011] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution: the top plate is provided in multiple sets and is evenly distributed inside the first connecting frame, and the length of each top plate is different, and the top plate is disposed on the upper side of the conveying roller;

[0012] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution: the second side alignment component includes a T-shaped slide groove disposed on the platform body, a T-shaped slider connected to the inner side of the T-shaped slide groove, a side baffle connected to one side of the T-shaped slider, a rubber top block connected to the inner side of the side baffle, a first limiting slide rod connected to one side of the rubber top block, a second limiting slide rod connected to the side of the rubber top block near the first limiting slide rod, and a second fastening spring sleeved on the outer side of the second limiting slide rod;

[0013] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution: the T-shaped slider is slidably connected to the inner side of the T-shaped groove, the rubber top block is slidably connected to the groove provided in the middle of the side baffle, and the first limiting slide rod and the second limiting slide rod are slidably connected to the side baffle through the groove.

[0014] As a further preferred embodiment of this technical solution: the two ends of the second fastening spring are respectively fixedly connected to one side of the rubber top block and the inner side of the side baffle. The two ends of the rubber top block near the conveying roller are inclined surfaces, and the inclined surfaces slide against one side of the first side baffle.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0016] 1. In the first side alignment assembly of this solution, the alignment slide rod passes through the first fixed plate and the first connecting frame, forming a telescopic clamping structure with the fixed ring and the alignment spring. Simultaneously, the opening and closing of the fixed clamping ring is controlled by a pull rod to achieve quick locking and unlocking of the alignment slide rod. This structure allows for adjustment of the alignment position without disassembling components, adapting to the alignment needs of components of different sizes, and solving the problems of cumbersome operation and long downtime when adapting to component specifications in existing equipment.

[0017] 2. The first side alignment component is equipped with multiple top plates of different lengths. The top plates are fixedly connected to the alignment slide rods and move synchronously with the slide rods, and the clamping position can be adaptively adjusted according to the width of the component. The rubber top block of the second side alignment component is embedded in the rectangular groove of the side baffle, and works with the first and second limiting slide rods to achieve smooth sliding. The two sets of structures together provide guidance for component alignment, avoid hard impact between the component and the alignment parts, ensure smooth conveying and alignment processes, and solve the problem that existing equipment is prone to component displacement or conveying jams due to impact.

[0018] 3. The alignment spring of the first side alignment assembly is initially in a pre-compressed state, continuously providing a clamping force to the alignment slide rod through the fixing ring. When the fixing ring is closed, it can lock the alignment slide rod in a designated position. The second fastening spring of the second side alignment assembly is sleeved on the outside of the second limiting slide rod, always providing a clamping force to the rubber top block. This dual structure ensures the stability of the component position after alignment, avoiding displacement due to external force interference in subsequent processes, eliminating the need for secondary adjustments, and solving the problem of easy component displacement after alignment in existing equipment.

[0019] 4. The second side alignment component adopts a T-shaped slider and T-shaped groove matching structure. The T-shaped slider is fixedly connected to the side baffle and can move along the groove as a whole to adjust the alignment reference. It can adapt to the alignment requirements of components of different widths without modifying other parts, further improving the equipment's adaptability to components of multiple specifications and solving the problem of complex structural modifications when adjusting the alignment reference of existing equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules according to the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules according to the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0022] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the structure of an automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules according to the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 This is a partial exploded view of the structure of an automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules according to the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0024] Figure 5 This is a partial structural cross-section of an automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules according to the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0025] Figure 6 This is a partial structural diagram of an automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules according to the present invention;

[0026] Figure 7 This is a partial structural cross-section of an automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules according to the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0027] Figure 8 for Figure 7 An enlarged schematic diagram of point A.

[0028] In the diagram: 1. Platform body; 2. First side alignment assembly; 21. First fixing plate; 22. First connecting frame; 23. Alignment slide bar; 24. Fixing ring; 25. Alignment spring; 26. Top plate; 27. Buffer pad; 28. Pull rod; 29. ​​Limiting groove; 210. Fixing clamping ring; 211. Fixing ring groove; 212. First limiting telescopic rod; 213. First fastening spring; 3. Second side alignment assembly; 31. Side baffle; 32. T-shaped slider; 33. Rubber top block; 34. First limiting slide bar; 35. Second limiting slide bar; 36. Second fastening spring; 37. T-shaped groove; 4. Conveying roller; 5. First side baffle; 6. Second side baffle. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0030] Example

[0031] Please see Figures 1-8 As shown, the present invention provides a technical solution for an automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules.

[0032] In some embodiments, the automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules can be applied to scenarios such as photovoltaic module production workshops, photovoltaic power plant construction sites, and photovoltaic module warehousing and logistics centers. Specifically, in production workshops, it can be used for automatic alignment and loading of photovoltaic modules after packaging and for positioning and conveying before testing; at photovoltaic power plant construction sites, it can be used for rapid alignment and stacking of modules before installation; and in warehousing and logistics centers, it can be used for the orderly stacking of modules upon warehousing. Figure 1 In this embodiment, the application of the platform in the post-packaging alignment and loading of photovoltaic module production workshop is used as an example for description. Of course, automatic alignment and loading platforms for other application scenarios can also adopt a similar structure, which will not be described in detail below.

[0033] It is understood that the schematic diagram only shows the core components of the automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules. The actual shape, size, and position of these components are not limited by the schematic diagram. The platform may also include auxiliary components such as conveyor rollers 4, anti-slip pads, and control boxes to improve the convenience and stability of alignment and loading.

[0034] For example, the photovoltaic module automatic alignment and loading platform may also include a photoelectric sensor (not shown in the figure), installed inside the first side baffle 5, to detect whether the module has been transported to the designated area of ​​the platform. When the sensor detects that the module is in place, it can indirectly trigger the alignment action or prompt the operator to start the alignment process, further improving the level of automation.

[0035] It should be noted that the first fixing plate 21 is vertically fixed to the upper side of the platform body 1 by bolts, the horizontal section of the first connecting frame 22 is fixed to the upper side of the platform body 1 by bolts, the vertical section is parallel to the first fixing plate 21, and the distance between the two is equal to the effective sliding stroke of the alignment slide rod 23.

[0036] Alignment slide rod 23 is slidably connected through the corresponding through holes of the first fixed plate 21 and the first connecting frame 22. A copper sleeve is installed in the through hole to reduce sliding wear. One end of alignment slide rod 23 is fixedly connected to the top plate 26 by internal hex bolts, and the other end extends to the outside of the first fixed plate 21.

[0037] The fixing ring 24 is fitted to the outside of the alignment slide bar 23 by interference fit and is located between the first fixing plate 21 and the top plate 26. The outer diameter of the fixing ring 24 is larger than the diameter of the through hole on the first fixing plate 21 to prevent the fixing ring 24 from coming out of the through hole.

[0038] The alignment spring 25 is sleeved on the outside of the alignment slide bar 23. Its two ends are respectively connected to the fixing ring 24 by welding and fixed to the inner side of the first connecting frame 22 by bolts. It is in a pre-compressed state in the initial state to ensure that it always has a tightening force.

[0039] The limiting groove 29 is opened along the height direction of the first fixed plate 21. One end of the pull rod 28 is fixedly connected to the middle of the outer side of the fixed clamping ring 210 by welding, and the other end passes through the limiting groove 29 and extends to the outer side of the first fixed plate 21. The pull rod 28 and the limiting groove 29 maintain a matching gap.

[0040] The inner side of the fixing ring 210 fits against the alignment slide bar 23, and the groove of the fixing ring 24 corresponds to the alignment slide bar 23. When the fixing ring 210 is closed, the alignment slide bar 23 is embedded in the groove of the fixing ring 24.

[0041] One end of the first limiting telescopic rod 212 is fixedly connected to the middle position of one side of the fixed clamping ring 210 by welding, and the other end is fixedly connected to the inner side of the first fixing plate 21 by bolts. The first fastening spring 213 is sleeved on the outside of the first limiting telescopic rod 212, and its two ends are respectively attached to the fixed clamping ring 210 and the first fixing plate 21. In the initial state, it is in a naturally extended state.

[0042] Specifically, the T-shaped slide 37 is opened along the length of the platform body 1 and is parallel to the second side baffle 6. The length of the slide is equal to the length of the platform body 1, ensuring that the T-shaped slider 32 can move along the entire length of the platform.

[0043] The T-shaped slider 32 is embedded in the T-shaped groove 37, and the two maintain a suitable fitting gap. The upper side of the T-shaped slider 32 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the side baffle 31 by bolts. The side baffle 31 is perpendicular to the upper side of the platform body 1.

[0044] A rectangular groove is provided in the middle of the side baffle 31 along the height direction, and the rubber top block 33 is embedded in the rectangular groove and can slide along the groove.

[0045] One end of the first limiting slide bar 34 is fixedly connected to one side of the rubber top block 33 by a thread, and the other end passes through the corresponding through hole on the side baffle 31 and extends to the outside. A plastic bushing is installed in the through hole to reduce sliding noise.

[0046] One end of the second limiting slide bar 35 is fixedly connected to one side of the rubber top block 33 by a thread and is located below the first limiting slide bar 34. The other end passes through the corresponding through hole on the side baffle 31 and extends to the outside. The second fastening spring 36 is sleeved on the outside of the second limiting slide bar 35, and its two ends are respectively attached to one side of the rubber top block 33 and the inner side of the side baffle 31. It is in a pre-compressed state in the initial state.

[0047] Working principle or structural principle: The first fastening spring 213 is in a naturally extended state, which drives the fixed clamping ring 210 to close. The alignment slide rod 23 is embedded in the groove of the fixed ring 24 of the fixed clamping ring 210. The alignment spring 25 is in a pre-compressed state. The top plate 26 is kept in the initial position. The photovoltaic module is transported to the upper side of the platform body 1 by the conveying roller 4. One edge of the module is close to the first side baffle 5, and the other edge faces the top plate 26. The operator pulls the pull rod 28 outward. The pull rod 28 slides along the limiting groove 29, which drives the fixed clamping ring 210 to move away from the alignment slide rod 23. The first limiting telescopic rod 212 retracts, the first fastening spring 213 is compressed, the groove of the fixed ring 24 is disengaged from the alignment slide rod 23, the alignment slide rod 23 is unlocked, the alignment spring 25 releases the pre-compression elastic force, and pushes the fixed ring 24 to drive the alignment slide rod 23 to slide closer to the module. The alignment slide bar 23 drives the top plate 26 to move synchronously. The buffer pad 27 on the outer side of the top plate 26 first contacts the side of the component. As the alignment spring 25 continues to extend, the buffer pad 27 is slightly compressed, generating a gentle clamping force, pushing the component towards the first side baffle 5 until the other edge of the component is in contact with the first side baffle 5, completing the single-sided alignment. After alignment, the operator releases the pull rod 28, the first fastening spring 213 releases its elastic force, and drives the fixing ring 210 to reset. The groove of the fixing ring 24 is re-embedded into the outer side of the alignment slide bar 23, locking the alignment slide bar 23 to prevent the component from shifting during subsequent conveying or loading. When changing components of different lengths, repeat steps 3-5. Through the adaptive extension and retraction of the alignment spring 25, the top plate 26 can be adjusted to the corresponding position. After the fixing ring 210 is locked, it ensures that components of different sizes can be accurately aligned with the first side baffle 5.

[0048] According to the width of the component to be aligned, push the side baffle 31 to drive the T-shaped slider 32 to slide along the T-shaped groove 37, and adjust the side baffle 31 to a position approximately equal to the width of the component from the second side baffle 6. After adjustment, the T-shaped slider 32 can be temporarily fixed with bolts (not shown in the figure) to prevent slippage. After the photovoltaic module completes the length alignment under the action of the first side alignment component 2, it continues to move along the conveying roller 4. The width side of the module gradually approaches the inclined surface of the rubber top block 33. After the side of the module contacts the inclined surface of the rubber top block 33, as the conveying roller 4 continues to convey, the module pushes the rubber top block 33 to move away from the second side baffle 6. The rubber top block 33 drives the first limiting slide bar 34 and the second limiting slide bar 35 to slide synchronously. The second fastening spring 36 is further compressed, generating a reverse elastic force. When the other edge of the module is in contact with the second side baffle 6, the elastic force of the rubber top block 33 reaches equilibrium, the module stops moving, and the width alignment is completed.

[0049] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0050] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above. This description is not restrictive, and the accompanying drawings are only one embodiment of the invention; the actual structure is not limited thereto. In conclusion, if those skilled in the art, inspired by this description, design similar structures and embodiments without departing from the spirit of the invention, such designs should fall within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0051] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An automatic alignment and loading platform for photovoltaic modules, characterized in that: The system includes a platform body (1), on the upper side of which a first side baffle (5) and a second side baffle (6) are provided. A first side alignment component (2) is provided on the side of the platform body (1) away from the first side baffle (5) for aligning one side of photovoltaic modules of different sizes. A second side alignment component (3) is provided on the side of the platform body (1) away from the second side baffle (6) for aligning the other side of photovoltaic modules.

2. The photovoltaic module automatic alignment and loading platform according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first side alignment component (2) includes a first fixing plate (21) and a first connecting frame (22) disposed on the platform body (1). An alignment slide rod (23) is connected to the inner side of the first fixing plate (21), a fixing ring (24) is connected to the outer side of the alignment slide rod (23), an alignment spring (25) is sleeved on the outer side of the alignment slide rod (23), a top plate (26) is connected to one end of the alignment slide rod (23), and a buffer pad (27) is connected to the side of the top plate (26) away from the alignment spring (25).

3. The photovoltaic module automatic alignment and loading platform according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first side alignment component (2) also includes a limiting groove (29) provided on the first fixing plate (21). A pull rod (28) is connected to the inner side of the limiting groove (29). A fixing clamp (210) is connected to one end of the pull rod (28). A fixing ring (24) groove is provided on the inner side of the fixing clamp (210). A first limiting telescopic rod (212) is connected to one side of the fixing clamp (210). A first fastening spring (213) is sleeved on the outer side of the first limiting telescopic rod (212).

4. The photovoltaic module automatic alignment and loading platform according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first connecting frame (22) is L-shaped and is fixedly installed on the upper side of the platform body (1). The alignment slide rod (23) is slidably connected to the first fixed plate (21) and the first connecting frame (22). The fixing ring (24) is slidably connected to the inner side of the first fixed plate (21). The two ends of the alignment spring (25) are respectively fixedly connected to one side of the top plate (26) and the inner side of the first connecting frame (22).

5. The photovoltaic module automatic alignment and loading platform according to claim 4, characterized in that: The alignment slide bar (23) is slidably connected to the inner side of the groove of the fixing ring (24). The groove of the fixing ring (24) is provided in several groups and is evenly distributed on the inner side of the fixing clamping ring (210). The shape of the fixing clamping ring (210) is semi-circular. One end of the pull rod (28) is fixedly set on the outer side of the fixing clamping ring (210). The pull rod (28) is slidably connected to the inner side of the limiting groove (29).

6. The photovoltaic module automatic alignment and loading platform according to claim 5, characterized in that: One end of the first limiting telescopic rod (212) is fixedly connected to the middle position of one side of the fixed clamping ring (210), and the other end of the first limiting telescopic rod (212) is fixedly connected to the inner side of the first fixed plate (21). The fixed clamping ring (210) is slidably disposed on the inner side of the first fixed plate (21).

7. The photovoltaic module automatic alignment and loading platform according to claim 6, characterized in that: The top plate (26) is provided in multiple sets and is evenly distributed inside the first connecting frame (22), and the length of each top plate (26) is not the same. The top plate (26) is located on the upper side of the conveying roller (4).

8. The photovoltaic module automatic alignment and loading platform according to claim 7, characterized in that: The second side alignment component (3) includes a T-shaped groove (37) provided on the platform body (1). A T-shaped slider (32) is connected to the inner side of the T-shaped groove (37). A side baffle (31) is connected to one side of the T-shaped slider (32). A rubber top block (33) is connected to the inner side of the side baffle (31). A first limiting slide rod (34) is connected to one side of the rubber top block (33). A second limiting slide rod (35) is connected to the side of the rubber top block (33) near the first limiting slide rod (34). A second fastening spring (36) is sleeved on the outer side of the second limiting slide rod (35).

9. The photovoltaic module automatic alignment and loading platform according to claim 8, characterized in that: The T-shaped slider (32) is slidably connected to the inner side of the T-shaped groove (37), the rubber top block (33) is slidably connected to the groove provided in the middle position of the side baffle (31), and the first limiting slide rod (34) and the second limiting slide rod (35) are slidably connected to the side baffle (31).

10. The photovoltaic module automatic alignment and loading platform according to claim 9, characterized in that: The two ends of the second fastening spring (36) are respectively fixedly connected to one side of the rubber top block (33) and the inner side of the side baffle (31). The two ends of the rubber top block (33) near the conveying roller (4) are inclined surfaces, and the inclined surfaces slide against one side of the first side baffle (5).

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