A ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device and method
By coordinating the design of lifting and limiting components, the problems of protection and space utilization of ship deck photovoltaic module storage devices are solved, realizing stable and flexible storage and efficient management of modules, and extending their service life.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINA ENERGY ENG GRP TIANJIN ELECTRIC POWER CONSTR CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2026-03-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-09
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of marine engineering technology, specifically to a device and method for stacking photovoltaic modules on a ship deck. Background Technology
[0002] With the acceleration of the green and low-carbon transformation of the global shipping industry and the increasingly stringent requirements of the International Maritime Organization for ship carbon emission control, photovoltaic power generation technology, with its advantages of being clean, renewable, and having low operating costs, is being widely used in ship energy replenishment systems. Among these systems, the ship deck serves as the core area for the installation and storage of photovoltaic modules. Its space utilization efficiency and module protection effectiveness directly affect the operational stability and service life of the photovoltaic system. Furthermore, under complex conditions such as ocean voyages, photovoltaic modules must withstand multiple tests such as seawater salt spray corrosion, wind and rain impacts, and ship turbulence and rolling for extended periods. This places higher demands on the storage devices for photovoltaic modules on the ship deck, requiring not only safe storage of the modules but also convenient loading and unloading as well as efficient space utilization.
[0003] Current storage methods for ship deck photovoltaic modules have several significant shortcomings. Firstly, the protective structures are rudimentary, with most relying on open-air stacking or simple brackets for fixation. The lack of effective enclosed protection means the modules are constantly exposed to the harsh marine environment, making them susceptible to corrosion and moisture damage, leading to decreased power generation performance, even internal component damage, and shortened lifespan. Secondly, the spacing adjustment capability is lacking. Modules are often placed at fixed intervals or tightly stacked. Tight stacking hinders ventilation, making it difficult to expel humid air generated by seawater evaporation during ship navigation, further exacerbating the moisture problem. Excessive spacing wastes limited deck space, making it difficult to balance storage efficiency and protection. Thirdly, the positioning and fixing effects are poor. The lack of specialized positioning mechanisms adaptable to different numbers of modules means that the turbulence and shaking during ship navigation can easily cause module collisions and displacement, resulting in surface scratches or damage to internal circuits, especially when storing a small number of modules, making stable fixation difficult. Fourthly, the mobility is insufficient. Traditional storage devices are mostly fixed installations or bulky designs, unable to flexibly adjust their position according to deck space layout, resulting in poor adaptability. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a fully functional ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device to address the shortcomings of existing technologies. Summary of the Invention
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing a device and method for stacking photovoltaic modules on a ship deck, so as to effectively solve the above problems.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: In a first aspect, the present invention provides a ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device, comprising: a storage box, a fixing frame, a lifting component, a placement box, and a limiting component; The fixed frame has two parts, which are respectively arranged on both sides inside the storage box. The lifting component is arranged between the two fixed frames, the placement box is arranged in the lifting component, and the limiting component is arranged inside the placement box. The lifting assembly includes a bidirectional helical rod, a movable rod, a connecting rod seat, and a mounting strip. The bidirectional helical rod includes two rods, each of which is rotatably connected to a fixed frame and threadedly engaged with a movable rod. Each movable rod has a connecting rod seat at its two ends that are far apart from each other, and each connecting rod seat is fixed with a mounting strip. The placement box is positioned between two sets of horizontally arranged bidirectional spiral rods.
[0006] In some embodiments, one end of one of the bidirectional helical rods extends out of the fixed frame and is fixed with a turntable.
[0007] In some embodiments, the placement box has multiple placement boxes arranged vertically at intervals, wherein the placement boxes are disposed between parallel mounting strips and / or between parallel fixing frames.
[0008] In some embodiments, the limiting component includes a pressing plate, a fitting pad, and an elastic rotating member. The inner sidewall of the top of the placement box is provided with a mounting groove for mounting the pressing plate. The pressing plate is disposed inside the mounting groove by the elastic rotating member, and the fitting pad is rotatably disposed at the end of the pressing plate away from the mounting groove.
[0009] In some embodiments, the elastic rotating member includes a sliding rod, a movable ring, and a connecting rod. The sliding rod is fixed inside the mounting groove, the movable ring is sleeved on the sliding rod and slidably connected to the sliding rod, the extrusion plate is rotatably connected to one end of the sliding rod, and the connecting rod is disposed on one side of the extrusion plate facing the mounting groove and is rotatably connected to the extrusion plate and the movable ring respectively.
[0010] In some embodiments, the elastic rotating member further includes a return spring, which is sleeved on the outside of the sliding rod and abuts against the side wall of the mounting groove and the movable ring, respectively.
[0011] In some embodiments, a closing door is rotatably connected to the front of the storage box, a sealing strip is provided on the contact surface between the closing door and the storage box, and a pull rod is fixedly connected to the top of the storage box, with anti-slip texture on the surface of the pull rod.
[0012] In a second aspect, the present invention also provides a method for use in a ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device as described in any one of the claims, comprising the following steps: S1: Move the device to the designated position on the ship's deck by pulling the lever; S2: Open the closed door and adjust the rotation of the bidirectional screw rod via the turntable to raise or lower the placement box to the desired height; S3: Place the photovoltaic module into the placement box. The squeezing plate of the limiting component rotates under the squeezing of the module. The connecting rod drives the movable ring to slide and compress the reset spring, so that the bonding pad is tightly attached to the surface of the module. S4: Repeat steps S2-S3 until all modules are placed, then close the door. S5: When it is necessary to remove the module, open the closed door, remove the module, and the reset spring pushes the movable ring to reset, which in turn drives the extrusion plate to return to its initial position.
[0013] Furthermore, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: This invention improves the stability and adaptability of photovoltaic module storage by incorporating a limiting component. The combination of the extrusion plate and the bonding pad tightly clamps the photovoltaic modules inside the box, while the bonding pad prevents scratches on the module surface caused by hard contact. It achieves automatic limiting and fixing when modules are placed in and component reset after removal, making operation convenient and efficient. Even if only a small number of photovoltaic modules are stored in the box, the limiting component can achieve stable fixing through the adaptive rotation of the extrusion plate, effectively solving the problem of difficulty in limiting a small number of modules. At the same time, it prevents modules from shaking and shifting due to ship turbulence, further protecting the photovoltaic modules from damage and extending their service life.
[0014] The lifting assembly enables the orderly storage and flexible management of photovoltaic modules. The storage box, combined with a closed door, provides a sealed protective space for the photovoltaic modules, effectively isolating them from the harsh environment of seawater, salt spray, wind, and rain on the ship's deck, reducing the risk of module corrosion and damage. The pull rod enhances the mobility of the device, facilitating adjustments to its position according to the deck space layout. Through the coordinated action of a turntable, bidirectional screw rod, moving rod, connecting rod seat, and mounting strip, the lifting assembly can precisely adjust the height of the placement boxes and the stacking spacing. This fully utilizes the internal vertical space of the storage box, increasing module storage capacity, while avoiding ventilation problems caused by the placement boxes being too close together, reducing the risk of photovoltaic panel damage due to moisture, and ensuring module performance.
[0015] This invention improves the convenience and flexibility of storing photovoltaic modules on ship decks by optimizing the overall structural layout. The storage box, combined with a closed door, creates a sealed protective space that effectively isolates the photovoltaic modules from harsh environments such as seawater and salt spray on the ship deck, providing reliable protection. The pull rod allows operators to flexibly adjust the position of the device on the deck to adapt to different spatial layout requirements. The lifting component design enables controllable adjustment of the placement box height. Operators can drive the placement box up and down by rotating a turntable, easily adjusting the module stacking spacing and greatly improving operational efficiency.
[0016] The addition of a reset spring in this invention enables the limiting component to have an automatic reset function, further improving the practicality and ease of operation of the device. After the module is removed, the reset spring can automatically push the movable ring to reset, causing the pressing plate to return to its original position, preparing for the next module placement. Through the coordinated work of its components, the entire device achieves efficient management of the entire process of photovoltaic module movement, spacing adjustment, limiting and fixing to sealing protection, effectively avoiding module damage caused by ship turbulence and extending the module's service life. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of the ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device provided by the present invention; Figure 2 A schematic cross-sectional view of the ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device provided by the present invention; Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device provided by the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting component structure in the ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device provided by the present invention; Figure 5 A partial structural schematic diagram of the ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device provided by the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the limiting component structure in the ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device provided by the present invention; Figure 7 The method steps of the ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device provided by the present invention are shown in the figure.
[0018] In the diagram: 1-Storage box, 2-Closed door, 3-Fixed frame, 4-Lifting assembly, 401-Bidirectional spiral rod, 402-Moving rod, 403-Connecting rod seat, 404-Mounting strip, 405-Turntable, 5-Placement box, 6-Limiting assembly, 601-Mounting groove, 602-Extrusion plate, 603-Fitting pad, 604-Sliding rod, 605-Moving ring, 606-Connecting rod, 607-Reset spring, 7-Pull rod. Detailed Implementation
[0019] 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. In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, unless otherwise stated, " / " means "or", for example, A / B can mean A or B; "and / or" in the text is merely a description of the relationship between related objects, indicating that there can be three relationships, for example, A and / or B can mean: A alone, A and B simultaneously, and B alone. In addition, in the description of the embodiments of the present invention, "multiple" means two or more. Hereinafter, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as implying or suggesting relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first" and "second" can explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" means two or more.
[0020] like Figures 1-6 As shown, in a first aspect, the present invention provides a ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device, comprising: a storage box 1, a fixing frame 3, a lifting assembly 4, a placement box 5, and a limiting assembly 6; There are two fixed frames 3, which are respectively set on both sides inside the storage box 1. The lifting component 4 is set between the two fixed frames 3. The placement box 5 is set in the lifting component 4. The limiting component 6 is set inside the placement box 5. The lifting assembly 4 includes a bidirectional spiral rod 401, a moving rod 402, a connecting rod 606 seat 403, and a mounting strip 404. The bidirectional spiral rod 401 includes two rods, each of which is rotatably connected to a fixed frame 3 and threadedly engaged with a moving rod 402. Each moving rod 402 has a connecting rod 606 seat 403 at its two ends that are far apart from each other, and each connecting rod 606 seat 403 is fixed with a mounting strip 404. The placement box 5 is positioned between two sets of horizontally arranged bidirectional spiral rods 401.
[0021] In one possible implementation, a closing door 2 is rotatably connected to the front of the storage box 1, a sealing strip is provided on the contact surface between the closing door 2 and the storage box 1, and a pull rod 7 is fixedly connected to the top of the storage box 1, with anti-slip texture on the surface of the pull rod 7.
[0022] In this embodiment, the movable rod 402 includes two fixed rods that are threadedly engaged with the bidirectional helical rod 401, and a connecting rod that is rotatably connected between the two fixed rods via a rotating shaft. The specific structure is shown in the figure. The specific dimensions can be changed according to actual needs, which will not be described in detail in this invention.
[0023] First, by using the pull rod 7 on the top of the storage box 1, the entire device can be easily moved to a suitable position on the ship's deck, greatly improving the device's flexibility and deployment efficiency. Then, by opening the closed door 2 connected to the front of the storage box 1, and using the lifting components 4 installed inside the fixed frames 3 on both sides of the storage box 1, the height of its outer placement box 5 can be precisely adjusted, thus flexibly adapting to the stacking spacing requirements of different numbers and sizes of photovoltaic modules, effectively avoiding the problem of modules being stacked too densely or improperly spaced. After the photovoltaic modules are placed into the placement box 5, the limiting components 6 inside the placement box 5 can firmly fix the modules, effectively preventing the modules from shaking or colliding due to turbulence and rocking during the ship's navigation, ensuring the structural integrity of the modules. After all the modules are placed, closing the closed door 2 can achieve closed storage and protection of the photovoltaic modules, isolating them from the corrosion of harsh environments such as seawater, salt spray, and wind and rain, extending the service life of the photovoltaic modules, and also making the module storage more organized, facilitating subsequent management and retrieval.
[0024] In one possible implementation, one end of a bidirectional helical rod 401 protrudes from the fixing frame 3 and is fixed with a turntable 405.
[0025] In one possible implementation, there are multiple placement boxes 5, which are vertically spaced apart, wherein the placement boxes 5 are disposed between parallel mounting strips 404 and / or between parallel fixing frames 3.
[0026] In one possible implementation, the limiting component 6 includes a pressing plate 602, an adhesive pad 603, and an elastic rotating member. The inner sidewall of the top of the placement box 5 is provided with a mounting groove 601 for mounting the pressing plate 602. The pressing plate 602 is disposed inside the mounting groove 601 by the elastic rotating member, and the adhesive pad 603 is rotatably disposed at the end of the pressing plate 602 away from the mounting groove 601.
[0027] In one possible implementation, the elastic rotating component includes a sliding rod 604, a movable ring 605, and a connecting rod 606. The sliding rod 604 is fixed inside the mounting groove 601. The movable ring 605 is sleeved on the sliding rod 604 and slidably connected to the sliding rod 604. The pressing plate 602 is rotatably connected to one end of the sliding rod 604. The connecting rod 606 is disposed on the side of the pressing plate 602 facing the mounting groove 601 and is rotatably connected to the pressing plate 602 and the movable ring 605 respectively. The elastic rotating component also includes a return spring 607, which is sleeved on the outside of the sliding rod 604 and abuts against the side wall of the mounting groove 601 and the movable ring 605 respectively.
[0028] This section provides precise and detailed technical support for the design, manufacturing, installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of the module by explaining the structural composition of the limiting component 6, the installation positions of each component, the connection relationships, the power transmission logic, and the core functional value. This ensures that the module can stably achieve automatic limiting and fixing of the photovoltaic module and component reset after removal, adapting to the fixing requirements of different numbers of modules and ensuring the stability of module storage. In operation, the photovoltaic module is placed in the placement box 5, which can be made of stainless steel for corrosion resistance and high load-bearing capacity. The module will press against the fitting pad 603, which is fixedly connected to the pressing plate 602, causing the pressing plate 602 to rotate around the rotation point at the bottom of the mounting groove 601. The pressing plate 602 drives the movable ring 605 to slide away from the module along the sliding rod 604 fixed inside the mounting groove 601 via the hinged connecting rod 606. The return spring 607, which is sleeved on the outside of the sliding rod 604, is compressed and stores force. At this time, the fitting pad 603 is tightly attached to the module surface under the force of the pressing plate 602, realizing the module's limiting and fixing, effectively preventing damage to the module caused by ship turbulence. When the module is removed, the return spring 607 releases its elasticity, pushing the movable ring 605 to slide in the opposite direction along the sliding rod 604. The movable ring 605 drives the pressing plate 602 to rotate and reset via the connecting rod 606, preparing for the next module placement. Even if only a small number of modules are stored in the placement box 5, stable fixing can be achieved through this linkage structure.
[0029] In the above embodiments, the extrusion plate 602 is made of alloy material, which is high in strength and wear-resistant. The bonding pad 603 is made of rubber material. By using the above materials, the flexibility, anti-slip and anti-scratch properties of rubber material can be utilized. The mounting groove 601 and the placement box 5 are integrally formed and are both made of stainless steel. The connecting rod 606 is made of carbon steel to achieve the characteristics of sufficient rigidity and flexible transmission. The movable ring 605 is made of engineering plastic material, which is lightweight and slides smoothly. The sliding rod 604 is made of stainless steel, which is rust-resistant and provides precise guidance. The return spring 607 is made of spring steel, which is elastic, durable and fatigue-resistant.
[0030] like Figure 7 As shown, in a second aspect, the present invention also provides a method for applying a ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device as described in any one of the claims, comprising the following steps: S1: Move the device to the designated position on the ship's deck by pulling lever 7; S2: Open the closed door 2, and adjust the rotation of the bidirectional screw rod 401 through the turntable 405 to raise or lower the placement box 5 to the required height; S3: Place the photovoltaic module into the placement box 5. The squeezing plate 602 of the limiting component 6 rotates under the squeezing of the module. The connecting rod 606 drives the movable ring 605 to slide and compress the reset spring 607, so that the bonding pad 603 is tightly attached to the surface of the module. S4: Repeat steps S2-S3 until all modules are placed, then close door 2; S5: When it is necessary to remove the module, open the closed door 2, remove the module, and the reset spring 607 pushes the movable ring 605 to reset, which drives the squeezing plate 602 to return to the initial position.
[0031] The specific embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to specific implementation methods: First, the entire device is moved to a suitable position on the ship's deck using the pull rod 7 on the top of storage box 1. Then, the closed door 2, which is rotatably connected to the front of storage box 1, is opened. The operator rotates the turntable 405 on the outside of the fixed frame 3, causing the bidirectional spiral rod 401, which is rotatably connected to the inside of the fixed frame 3, to rotate. The bidirectional spiral rod 401 drives two sets of moving rods 402 to move in opposite or opposite directions through the outer thread. The connecting rod 606 seat 403, which is rotatably connected to the upper and lower ends of the moving rod 402, moves synchronously with the moving rod 402, thereby driving the two sets of mounting strips 404, which are fixedly connected to the outside of the connecting rod 606 seat 403, to rise and fall. Finally, the placement box 5, which is fixedly connected to the mounting strips 404, is raised and lowered synchronously, completing the precise adjustment of the height of the placement box 5 and the stacking spacing of the photovoltaic modules. The spacing can be flexibly adjusted according to the size and quantity of the modules to adapt to the storage needs of photovoltaic modules of different specifications. Then, the photovoltaic modules are placed into the placement box 5. The compression plate 602 is fixedly connected to the pressing plate 602, causing the pressing plate 602 to rotate around the rotation point at the bottom of the mounting groove 601. The pressing plate 602 drives the movable ring 605 to slide away from the module along the sliding rod 604 fixed inside the mounting groove 601 through the hinged connecting rod 606. The return spring 607 sleeved on the outside of the sliding rod 604 is compressed and stored. At this time, the pressing plate 603 tightly adheres to the module surface under the force of the pressing plate 602, realizing the stable positioning and fixing of the module. Even if the ship encounters severe turbulence, it can effectively prevent the module from shifting and colliding. After all the modules are placed, the closing door 2 is closed to realize the closed storage and protection of the photovoltaic modules. When it is necessary to take out the module, the return spring 607 releases its elasticity and pushes the movable ring 605 to slide in the opposite direction along the sliding rod 604. The movable ring 605 drives the pressing plate 602 to rotate and reset through the connecting rod 606, preparing for the next module placement.The combination of storage box 1 and closed door 2 provides a highly sealed protective space for the photovoltaic module, effectively isolating it from seawater splashes, high-concentration salt spray corrosion, and strong wind and rain impacts on the ship's deck, significantly reducing the risk of corrosion of the module's metal frame and short circuits due to moisture. The pull rod 7 is made of non-slip and wear-resistant material, not only improving the ease of movement of the device but also adapting to safe handling in slippery deck environments, allowing operators to flexibly adjust the device's position according to deck operation plans. The lifting assembly 4, through the precise transmission of the bidirectional screw rod 401 and the moving rod 402, achieves stable and controllable adjustment of the height of the placement box 5, maximizing the use of the internal vertical space of storage box 1 and significantly increasing the module's height. The storage capacity of the modules is optimized, and the spacing can be adjusted to create good ventilation channels, accelerating air circulation inside the box and preventing the accumulation of humid air that could reduce the insulation performance of the modules. The limiting component 6 achieves automatic limiting and fixing of the photovoltaic modules and reset of the components after removal through a mechanical linkage structure. The bonding pad 603 is made of highly elastic and wear-resistant rubber, which can prevent hard contact from scratching the tempered glass surface of the module. Its elastic deformation characteristics can also adapt to the fixing requirements of different numbers of modules. Whether the box is full or a small number of modules are placed, it can achieve stable clamping and effectively prevent the modules from shaking and shifting due to rocking and vibration during ship navigation. This comprehensively ensures the stability of module storage and extends its service life.
[0032] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this invention without departing from its spirit and scope. Therefore, if these modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this invention and their equivalents, this invention also intends to include these modifications and variations.
Claims
1. A device for stacking photovoltaic modules on a ship's deck, characterized in that, include: Storage box, fixed frame, lifting assembly, placement box and limit assembly; The fixed frame has two parts, which are respectively arranged on both sides inside the storage box. The lifting component is arranged between the two fixed frames, the placement box is arranged in the lifting component, and the limiting component is arranged inside the placement box. The lifting assembly includes a bidirectional helical rod, a movable rod, a connecting rod seat, and a mounting strip. The bidirectional helical rod includes two rods, each of which is rotatably connected to a fixed frame and threadedly engaged with a movable rod. Each movable rod has a connecting rod seat at its two ends that are far apart from each other, and each connecting rod seat is fixed with a mounting strip. The placement box is positioned between two sets of horizontally arranged bidirectional spiral rods.
2. The ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, One end of one of the bidirectional helical rods protrudes from the fixed frame and is fixed with a turntable.
3. The ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The placement box has multiple boxes, which are vertically spaced apart, and are positioned between parallel mounting strips and / or between parallel fixing frames.
4. The ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting component includes a pressing plate, a fitting pad, and an elastic rotating component. The inner sidewall of the top of the placement box has a mounting groove for installing the pressing plate. The pressing plate is disposed inside the mounting groove by the elastic rotating component. The fitting pad is rotatably disposed at the end of the pressing plate away from the mounting groove.
5. The ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The elastic rotating component includes a sliding rod, a movable ring, and a connecting rod. The sliding rod is fixed inside the mounting groove. The movable ring is sleeved on the sliding rod and slidably connected to the sliding rod. The extrusion plate is rotatably connected to one end of the sliding rod. The connecting rod is located on one side of the extrusion plate facing the mounting groove and is rotatably connected to the extrusion plate and the movable ring, respectively.
6. The ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The elastic rotating component also includes a return spring, which is sleeved on the outside of the sliding rod and abuts against the side wall of the mounting groove and the movable ring, respectively.
7. The ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The storage box has a rotatable door on its front side, and a sealing strip is provided on the contact surface between the closed door and the storage box. A pull rod is fixedly connected to the top of the storage box, and the surface of the pull rod is provided with anti-slip texture.
8. A method for using a ship deck photovoltaic module stacking device as described in any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1: Move the device to the designated position on the ship's deck by pulling the lever; S2: Open the closed door and adjust the rotation of the bidirectional screw rod via the turntable to raise or lower the placement box to the desired height; S3: Place the photovoltaic module into the placement box. The squeezing plate of the limiting component rotates under the squeezing of the module. The connecting rod drives the movable ring to slide and compress the reset spring, so that the bonding pad is tightly attached to the surface of the module. S4: Repeat steps S2-S3 until all modules are placed, then close the door. S5: When it is necessary to remove the module, open the closed door, remove the module, and the reset spring pushes the movable ring to reset, which in turn drives the extrusion plate to return to its initial position.