Condensed water collecting device of photovoltaic glass plate

By designing a condensate collection device for photovoltaic glass panels and using a rubber brush and a drive mechanism to make the condensate flow into a collection tank, the problem of condensate not being recycled in photovoltaic glass panels is solved, the effective collection and utilization of condensate is achieved, and the surface of the photovoltaic glass panels is cleaned.

CN223317266UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-09TUNGHSU AZURE RENEWABLE ENERGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422398638.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-27
Publication Date
2025-09-09
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-27

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Technical Problem

In the prior art, the condensed water of solar photovoltaic glass panels cannot be fully recycled.

Method used

A condensate collection device for photovoltaic glass panels is designed, which includes a bracket, a rubber brush, a driving mechanism and a collection tank. The rubber brush sweeps across the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel to make the condensate flow into the collection tank. The rubber brush is driven by a rack, a gear, a motor and a slider to ensure the collection and utilization of the condensate.

Benefits of technology

The system can recycle condensed water from photovoltaic glass panels, clean the surface of photovoltaic glass panels, avoid gear slippage and water quality deterioration through automated control and structural design, and improve the reliability of the device.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of photovoltaic glass plate equipment, in particular to a photovoltaic glass plate condensation water collecting device which comprises a support, a water collecting device, a water collecting device and a water collecting device, the support comprises an inclined plate, and a cantilever plate is arranged at the top end of the inclined plate used for installing a photovoltaic glass plate; the top end of the rubber brush is movably connected to the cantilever plate in the horizontal direction so that the rubber brush can sweep the surface of the photovoltaic glass plate, and therefore condensed water attached to the surface of the photovoltaic glass can flow downwards along the surface of the photovoltaic glass. The driving mechanism is arranged on the cantilever plate and used for driving the rubber brush to move; and the collecting tank with an opening at the upper part is connected to the lower end of the inclined plate and is used for collecting condensed water flowing down from the surface of the photovoltaic glass. The surface of the photovoltaic glass plate is swept through the rubber brush, so that the condensed water flows downwards along the surface of the photovoltaic glass plate and is collected in the collecting tank, and recycling of the condensed water is achieved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present disclosure relates to the technical field of photovoltaic glass panel equipment, and in particular to a condensation water collection device for a photovoltaic glass panel. Background Art

[0002] Solar photovoltaic glass panels are currently widely used in the new energy sector. However, due to their low specific heat capacity, they experience condensation when ambient temperatures drop at night. Airborne mist and moisture condense into small water droplets on the panels. Over time, these droplets coalesce into water droplets, flowing down the panel surface into the ground. Consequently, the condensation generated by solar photovoltaic glass panels is not fully recycled.

[0003] Based on this, how to collect condensed water from solar photovoltaic panels for recycling is an issue that technicians in this field need to consider. Utility Model Content

[0004] A technical problem to be solved by the present disclosure is the above-mentioned problem of how to collect condensed water from solar photovoltaic panels for recycling.

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, an embodiment of the present disclosure provides a condensation water collection device for a photovoltaic glass panel, comprising: a bracket, the bracket comprising an inclined plate, a cantilever plate being provided on the top end of the inclined plate for mounting the photovoltaic glass panel; a rubber brush, the top end of the rubber brush being movably connected to the cantilever plate in a horizontal direction so that the rubber brush sweeps across the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel, thereby causing the condensation water attached to the surface of the photovoltaic glass to flow downward along the surface of the photovoltaic glass; a driving mechanism, the driving mechanism being provided on the cantilever plate for driving the rubber brush to move; a collecting trough, a collecting trough with an upper opening being connected to the lower end of the inclined plate for collecting condensation water flowing down from the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel.

[0006] In some embodiments, the driving mechanism includes a rack, a gear, a motor and a slider. The rack is arranged on the cantilever plate and extends in the horizontal direction. The gear is arranged on the rack and is meshed with the rack for transmission connection. One end of the gear's rotating shaft is connected to the motor and moves on the rack under the drive of the motor. The other end is connected to the slider through a bearing. The slider is movably arranged on the cantilever plate in the horizontal direction driven by the gear, and the top of the rubber brush is connected to the slider.

[0007] In some embodiments, a slide rail is further provided on the cantilever plate, and the slider is movably provided on the slide rail along the horizontal direction.

[0008] In some embodiments, a stopper is provided on the end of the rack.

[0009] In some embodiments, the top end of the rubber brush is connected to the slider via a bent plate.

[0010] In some embodiments, the top end of the rubber brush is connected to the bent plate by bolts.

[0011] In some embodiments, a drain port is provided on the bottom plate of the collecting tank.

[0012] In some embodiments, a drainage slope is provided on the bottom plate of the collection tank, and the drainage direction of the drainage slope points to the drainage outlet.

[0013] In some embodiments, the drain outlet is connected to the collection tank through a drain pipe to discharge the condensate in the collection tank into the collection tank.

[0014] In some embodiments, the bracket further comprises a leg, and the inclined plate is mounted on top of the leg.

[0015] According to the above technical solution, the present disclosure provides a condensation water collection device for a photovoltaic glass panel, in which a rubber brush is swept across the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel to make the condensation water flow downward along the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel and collect in a collection trough, thereby realizing the recycling of the condensation water; the rubber brush is driven by a rack, a gear, a motor and a slider; the problem of the gear slipping off the rack is avoided by a baffle; and the disassembly and assembly of the rubber brush on the bent plate is facilitated by bolts. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present disclosure or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present disclosure. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0017] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of a condensate collection device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0018] Figure 2 is a side view of a condensate collection device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0019] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified view of node A.

[0020] Description of reference numerals:

[0021] 1. Inclined plate; 2. Photovoltaic glass panel; 3. Cantilever plate; 4. Rubber brush; 5. Driving mechanism; 6. Collection trough; 7. Rack; 8. Gear; 9. Motor; 10. Slider; 11. Slide rail; 12. Bent plate; 13. Collection tank; 14. Support leg. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] The following embodiments of the present disclosure are further described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The detailed description of the following examples and the accompanying drawings are intended to illustrate the principles of the present disclosure, but are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. The present disclosure can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but rather includes all technical solutions within the scope of the claims.

[0023] The present disclosure provides these embodiments in order to make this disclosure thorough and complete, and to fully convey the scope of the present disclosure to those skilled in the art. It should be noted that: unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement of parts and steps, the composition of materials, numerical expressions and numerical values ​​set forth in these embodiments should be interpreted as merely exemplary, and not as limiting.

[0024] It should be noted that, in the description of this disclosure, unless otherwise specified, "plurality" means greater than or equal to two; terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer" indicating directions or positional relationships are intended solely to facilitate and simplify the description of this disclosure, and do not indicate or imply that the devices or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this disclosure. When the absolute position of the object being described changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0025] In addition, the terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this disclosure do not denote any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different parts. "Perpendicular" does not mean perpendicular in the strict sense, but rather means within the tolerance range. "Parallel" does not mean parallel in the strict sense, but rather means within the tolerance range. "Include" or "comprising" and similar terms mean that the elements preceding the term include the elements listed after the term, and do not exclude the possibility of also including other elements.

[0026] It should also be noted that, in the description of this disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediary. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this disclosure depending on the specific circumstances. When a specific device is described as being located between a first device and a second device, there may or may not be an intervening device between the specific device and the first or second device.

[0027] All terms used in this disclosure have the same meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure belongs, unless otherwise specifically defined. It should also be understood that terms defined in, for example, common dictionaries should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art, and should not be interpreted in an idealized or highly formal sense, unless explicitly defined as such herein.

[0028] Technologies, methods, and equipment known to ordinary technicians in the relevant art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, the technologies, methods, and equipment should be considered part of the specification.

[0029] As mentioned in the background technology above, solar photovoltaic glass panels are currently widely used in the field of new energy. Due to the low specific heat capacity of solar photovoltaic glass panels, when the ambient temperature drops at night, they have a condensation function. The fog and moisture in the air will condense into small water droplets on the photovoltaic panels. Over time, these small water droplets will gather into water droplets and flow into the ground along the surface of the photovoltaic panels. Therefore, the condensation water generated by solar photovoltaic glass panels is not fully recycled. Based on this, the inventors of this application provide a condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels in one or more embodiments. A rubber brush is swept across the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel to make the condensation water flow downward along the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel and collect in a collection tank, thereby realizing the recycling of condensation water. This solves one or more problems in the prior art.

[0030] In response to the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels, such as Figure 1-Figure 3 As shown, it includes: a bracket, the bracket includes an inclined plate 1, and a cantilever plate 3 is provided on the top end of the inclined plate 1 for installing the photovoltaic glass panel 2; a rubber brush 4, the top end of the rubber brush 4 is movably connected to the cantilever plate 3 in the horizontal direction, so that the rubber brush 4 sweeps the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel 2, thereby causing the condensation water attached to the surface of the photovoltaic glass to flow downward along the surface of the photovoltaic glass; a driving mechanism 5, the driving mechanism 5 is provided on the cantilever plate 3 to drive the rubber brush 4 to move; a collecting trough 6, the collecting trough 6 with an upper opening is connected to the bottom end of the inclined plate 1, so as to collect the condensation water flowing down from the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel 2.

[0031] Working Principle: At night, the ambient temperature gradually decreases. Due to the low specific heat capacity of the photovoltaic glass panel 2, water vapor in the air condenses when it is cold, forming small water droplets on the photovoltaic glass panel 2. Overnight, the photovoltaic glass panel 2 is covered with condensed water droplets. Due to the surface tension of the small water droplets, they adhere to the photovoltaic glass panel 2. When the light intensity gradually increases in the morning and the ambient temperature gradually rises, the small water droplets evaporate again. To this end, before the morning sun rises, the drive mechanism 5 can be periodically activated to drive the rubber brush 4 to move and sweep across the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel. Under the action of the rubber brush 4, the condensed water forms a stream and flows into the collection tank 6 for recycling. In addition, the rubber brush 4 also cleans the photovoltaic glass panel 2 during the movement.

[0032] Compared with the prior art, the condensation water collection device for a photovoltaic glass panel of the present application sweeps the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel 2 with a rubber brush 4 so that the condensation water flows downward along the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel 2 and is collected in a collection tank 6, thereby realizing the recycling of the condensation water.

[0033] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 As shown, the drive mechanism 5 includes a rack 7, a gear 8, a motor 9, and a slider 10. The rack 7 is disposed on the overhang plate 3 and extends horizontally. The gear 8 is disposed on the rack 7 and is meshed with the rack 7 for transmission connection. One end of the rotating shaft of the gear 8 is connected to the motor 9 and moves on the rack 7 under the drive of the motor 9. The other end of the rotating shaft of the gear 8 is connected to the slider 10 through a bearing. The slider 10 is movably disposed horizontally on the overhang plate 3 under the drive of the gear 8. The top end of the rubber brush 4 is connected to the slider 10. The drive of the rubber brush 4 is achieved by the rack 7, gear 8, motor 9, and slider 10. Furthermore, a light intensity sensor can be provided on the slider 10. When the sensor detects a certain light intensity, the control system instructs the motor 9 to operate, thereby achieving automated control.

[0034] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 As shown, a slide rail 11 is further provided on the overhang plate 3, and the slider 10 is movably provided on the slide rail 11 in the horizontal direction. The slide rail 11 can ensure that the slider 10 slides stably on the overhang plate 3, avoiding the problem that the slider 10 deflects during the sliding process and affects normal operation.

[0035] In some embodiments, a stopper (not shown) is provided at the end of the rack 7. This stopper prevents the gear 8 from sliding off the rack 7. Furthermore, a sensor can be installed on the stopper. When the gear 8 hits the stopper, the sensor sends a signal. Upon receiving the signal, the control system instructs the motor 9 to reverse, thereby enabling the rubber brush 4 to reciprocate across the photovoltaic glass panel 2 to scrape away condensed water.

[0036] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 As shown, the top end of the rubber brush 4 is connected to the slider 10 via a curved plate 12. Since the cantilever plate 3 is parallel to the ground and the inclined plate 1 is at an angle to the ground, the curved plate 12 connects the rubber brush 4 to the slider 10 while ensuring that the rubber brush 4 can sweep across the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel 2 during movement.

[0037] In some embodiments, the top end of the rubber brush 4 is connected to the curved plate 12 via bolts (not shown). Due to the long-term outdoor exposure of the rubber brush 4 and the friction with the photovoltaic glass panel 2, the rubber brush 4 is susceptible to aging and damage. Therefore, the rubber brush 4 needs to be replaced regularly. The bolt connection facilitates the removal and installation of the rubber brush 4 on the curved plate 12.

[0038] In some embodiments, a drain port (not shown) is provided on the bottom plate of the collecting tank 6. The drain port allows the condensed water to be discharged from the collecting tank 6 for use, while avoiding the problem of overflow of the collecting tank 6 after the condensed water is full.

[0039] In some embodiments, a drainage slope is provided on the bottom plate of the collecting tank 6, with the drainage direction of the drainage slope pointing toward the drain outlet. The provision of the drainage slope facilitates the discharge of condensate from the drain outlet, thereby avoiding the problem of residual condensate remaining at the bottom of the collecting tank 6 for a long time and causing water quality deterioration.

[0040] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 As shown, the drain outlet is connected to a collection tank 13 via a drain pipe, so that the condensate in the collection tank 6 can be discharged into the collection tank 13. The collection tank 13 can collect condensate from multiple condensate collection devices for use in irrigation, etc. Furthermore, a filter can be installed on the drain outlet to prevent impurities in the condensate from entering the drain pipe and clogging it.

[0041] In some embodiments, as Figure 2 As shown, the bracket further includes legs 14, with the inclined plate 1 mounted on top of the legs 14. The legs 14 and the inclined plate 1 form a stable bracket structure, ensuring the safety of the photovoltaic glass panel 2. Furthermore, the legs 14 facilitate the bracket's installation on site.

[0042] To sum up, compared with the existing technology, the present disclosure provides a condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels, in which a rubber brush 4 is swept across the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel 2 to make the condensation water flow downward along the surface of the photovoltaic glass panel 2 and gather in the collection tank 6, thereby realizing the recycling of the condensation water; the rubber brush 4 is driven by the rack 7, gear 8, motor 9 and slider 10; the problem of the gear 8 slipping off the rack 7 is avoided by the baffle; and the disassembly and assembly of the rubber brush 4 on the bent plate 12 is facilitated by bolts.

[0043] Thus far, various embodiments of the present disclosure have been described in detail. To avoid obscuring the concept of the present disclosure, some details known in the art have not been described. Based on the above description, those skilled in the art can fully understand how to implement the technical solutions disclosed herein.

[0044] Although some specific embodiments of the present disclosure have been described in detail through examples, those skilled in the art will understand that the above examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure. Those skilled in the art will understand that the above embodiments may be modified or some technical features may be replaced with equivalents without departing from the scope and spirit of the present disclosure. In particular, as long as there are no structural conflicts, the various technical features mentioned in the various embodiments may be combined in any manner.

Claims

1. A condensation water collection device for a photovoltaic glass panel, characterized in that: include: A bracket, the bracket comprising an inclined plate (1), a cantilever plate (3) being provided on the top end of the inclined plate (1) for mounting a photovoltaic glass plate (2); a rubber brush (4), the top end of the rubber brush (4) being movably connected to the cantilever plate (3) in a horizontal direction, so that the rubber brush (4) sweeps across the surface of the photovoltaic glass plate (2), thereby causing condensed water adhering to the surface of the photovoltaic glass to flow downwardly along the surface of the photovoltaic glass; A driving mechanism (5), the driving mechanism (5) being arranged on the cantilever plate (3) and used for driving the rubber brush (4) to move; and A collecting trough (6) with an upper opening is connected to the bottom end of the inclined plate (1) and is used to collect condensed water flowing down from the surface of the photovoltaic glass plate (2).

2. The condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving mechanism (5) includes a rack (7), a gear (8), a motor (9) and a slider (10), wherein the rack (7) is arranged on the cantilever plate (3) and extends in the horizontal direction, the gear (8) is arranged on the rack (7) and is meshed and connected to the rack (7), one end of the rotating shaft of the gear (8) is connected to the motor (9) and moves on the rack (7) under the drive of the motor (9), and the other end is connected to the slider (10) through a bearing, and the slider (10) is movably arranged on the cantilever plate (3) in the horizontal direction under the drive of the gear (8), and the top end of the rubber brush (4) is connected to the slider (10).

3. The condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels according to claim 2, characterized in that: A slide rail (11) is further provided on the cantilever plate (3), and the slider (10) is movably provided on the slide rail (11) in a horizontal direction.

4. The condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels according to claim 2, characterized in that: A stopper is provided on the end of the rack (7).

5. The condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top end of the rubber brush (4) is connected to the slider (10) via a bent plate (12).

6. The condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels according to claim 5, characterized in that: The top end of the rubber brush (4) is connected to the bent plate (12) via bolts.

7. The condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels according to claim 1, characterized in that: A drainage outlet is provided on the bottom plate of the collecting tank (6).

8. The condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels according to claim 7, characterized in that: A drainage slope is provided on the bottom plate of the collecting trough (6), and the drainage direction of the drainage slope points to the drainage outlet.

9. The condensation water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels according to claim 8, characterized in that: The drain outlet is connected to a collection tank (13) via a drain pipe, so as to discharge the condensed water in the collection tank (6) into the collection tank (13).

10. The condensed water collection device for photovoltaic glass panels according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket further comprises a support leg (14), and the inclined plate (1) is mounted on top of the support leg (14).

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