Folding photovoltaic support

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of photovoltaic, and discloses a folding photovoltaic support which comprises a plurality of photovoltaic modules and a supporting mechanism, adjacent photovoltaic modules in the plurality of photovoltaic modules are connected through a hinge structure, the supporting mechanism comprises a first supporting piece and a second supporting piece, the first supporting piece and the second supporting piece are rotationally connected to the backs of the photovoltaic modules respectively, and the first supporting piece and the second supporting piece are connected through a hinge structure. One end of the second supporting piece is connected to the first supporting piece, the other end of the first supporting piece abuts against the working ground or the working plane, and the connecting point of the second supporting piece and the first supporting piece is adjustable, so that the supporting mechanism can be switched between the unfolded state and the folded state. In addition, the photovoltaic module can be overturned and folded through the hinge structure on the photovoltaic module, the space adjusting capacity and portability of the photovoltaic module are enhanced, the installation efficiency of the photovoltaic module is improved, transportation and storage are facilitated, and the photovoltaic module is suitable for various application scenes.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of photovoltaic technology, and further to a foldable photovoltaic bracket. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of solar photovoltaic technology, photovoltaic panels have been widely used in residential, commercial and industrial fields. However, most photovoltaic brackets on the market currently use a fixed installation method. Although this installation method is simple in structure, it has some obvious limitations.

[0003] This installation method typically requires installing columns and complex fixing structures beneath the PV panels, which not only increases installation costs but also makes maintenance more difficult. Furthermore, when PV panels need to be moved or rearranged, the original structure often needs to be dismantled and reinstalled, which is not only time-consuming and labor-intensive, but also adds additional costs. Utility Model Content

[0004] In response to the above technical problems, the purpose of this application is to provide a foldable photovoltaic bracket that can improve the flexibility of the device. When the photovoltaic component needs to be moved, the operator can fold the support mechanism and unfold it to the designated position, which is conducive to the rapid deployment of subsequent work.

[0005] In order to achieve the above-mentioned object, the present application provides a folding photovoltaic support, comprising: a plurality of photovoltaic modules, wherein two adjacent photovoltaic modules are connected by a hinge structure;

[0006] The support mechanism includes a first support member and a second support member, wherein the first support member and the second support member are respectively rotatably connected to the back of the photovoltaic module panel, the end of the second support member away from the photovoltaic module is connected to the first support member, and the end of the first support member away from the photovoltaic module is used to abut against a work ground or work plane;

[0007] The connection point between the second support member and the first support member is adjustable, so that the support mechanism can be switched between the unfolded state and the folded state by adjusting the position of the connection point.

[0008] In some embodiments, the first support member is provided with a docking groove along its length, and the second support member is provided with a docking end at one end away from the photovoltaic component, and the docking end is slidably connected to the docking groove, so that when the docking end slides relative to the docking groove, the support mechanism can be relatively unfolded or folded.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first support member is provided with two docking grooves, and the two docking grooves are symmetrically opened along the axis direction of the first support member;

[0010] There are two second support members, and the butting ends of each second support member are slidably connected to the corresponding butting grooves.

[0011] In some embodiments, the first support member is a flat plate member with a rectangular profile;

[0012] The flat plate has four peripheral side surfaces, wherein two of the peripheral side surfaces located on the long sides of the rectangular outline are assembly surfaces, and the two docking grooves are respectively arranged on the corresponding assembly surfaces.

[0013] In some embodiments, the second support members are all rod-shaped structures, the two second support members are parallel to each other and the distance between them is equal to the width of the first support member, so that when the support mechanism is in a folded state, the two second support members can be folded on both sides of the first support member.

[0014] In some embodiments, the support mechanism further includes a first connector and a second connector, the first connector and the second connector are spaced apart on the back of the photovoltaic assembly, the first connector is used to connect to the first support member, and the second connector is used to connect to the second support member.

[0015] In some embodiments, the first connecting member includes a first fitting portion and a first connecting portion arranged at an angle, the first fitting portion is fixedly connected to the back of the photovoltaic module, and the first supporting member and the first connecting portion are connected via a rotating member;

[0016] The second connecting member includes a second fitting portion and a second connecting portion arranged at an angle, the second fitting portion is fixedly connected to the back of the photovoltaic component, and the second supporting member and the second connecting portion are connected via a rotating member.

[0017] In some embodiments, the photovoltaic assembly includes a photovoltaic panel and a panel frame, wherein the panel frame is installed on the periphery of the corresponding photovoltaic panel for reinforcement and protection;

[0018] The hinge structure is arranged between every two adjacent panel frames to form flipping and folding of adjacent photovoltaic panels.

[0019] In some embodiments, each of the panel frames includes two side frames and a bottom frame;

[0020] Among them, each of the side frames and the bottom frame is provided with a groove adapted to the thickness of the edge of the photovoltaic panel, and the two side frames are respectively connected to the two ends of the bottom frame to connect the three grooves, so that the panel frame forms a frame structure with a single-sided opening, and the single-sided opening is used for the installation and disassembly of the photovoltaic panel.

[0021] In some embodiments, the support mechanism has a maximum thickness when in the folded state, the backs of two adjacent photovoltaic modules form a preset interval when in the folded state, and the maximum thickness is less than or equal to the preset interval.

[0022] Compared with the prior art, the foldable photovoltaic bracket provided by this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0023] 1. Since the connection point position of the second support member relative to the first support member is adjustable, and both support members are rotatably connected to the back of the photovoltaic module, the operator can switch the unfolded state and folded state of the photovoltaic module through this mechanism, which significantly enhances the adaptability of the photovoltaic bracket in different occasions and environments, while improving the installation efficiency and reducing the transportation cost and difficulty.

[0024] 2. By connecting two photovoltaic modules at the same time through an articulated structure, adjacent photovoltaic modules can be flipped and folded, which enhances the flexibility of the photovoltaic modules and facilitates transportation and storage. Combined with the foldability of the support mechanism, the photovoltaic modules can be quickly deployed and disassembled. It is particularly suitable for occasions that require temporary or mobile solar power generation. The photovoltaic modules can be unfolded for solar power generation and folded up again after the task is completed for easy transportation to the next location.

[0025] 3. The side frame is connected to the bottom frame to form a continuous groove structure, which enhances the overall rigidity of the panel frame and helps to disperse and withstand external loads. At the same time, the panel frame forms a frame structure with a single-side opening. This design allows the photovoltaic panel to be installed and removed directly from the open side without disassembling the entire frame, greatly simplifying the installation and maintenance process. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] The preferred implementation scheme will be described below in a clear and understandable manner with reference to the accompanying drawings to further illustrate the above-mentioned characteristics, technical features, advantages and implementation methods of the present application.

[0027] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an embodiment of the present application;

[0028] Figure 2 is a partial schematic diagram of a support mechanism in one embodiment of the present application;

[0029] Figure 3 This is a partial schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present application from a top view;

[0030] Figure 4 This is a partial schematic diagram of the back of a photovoltaic panel in one embodiment of the present application;

[0031] Figure 5This is a schematic structural diagram of a photovoltaic module in one embodiment of the present application;

[0032] Figure 6 This is a partial enlarged view of an embodiment of the present application;

[0033] Figure 7 This is a schematic structural diagram of a panel frame in one embodiment of the present application;

[0034] Figure 8 It is a partial schematic diagram of a panel frame in one embodiment of the present application;

[0035] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of a photovoltaic module in a folded state in one embodiment of the present application.

[0036] Explanation of the accompanying drawings: support mechanism 1; first support member 10; assembly surface 100; docking groove 101; second support member 20; docking end 200; first connecting member 30; first fitting portion 301; first connecting portion 302; second connecting member 40; second fitting portion 401; second connecting portion 402; photovoltaic module 5; photovoltaic panel 50; panel frame 6; groove 60; side frame 61; bottom frame 62; hinge structure 7. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0037] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application or the technical solutions in the prior art, the specific implementation methods of the present application will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings and other implementation methods can be obtained based on these drawings without inventive work.

[0038] To simplify the drawings, only the portions relevant to the application are schematically depicted in each figure; they do not represent the actual structure of the product. Furthermore, to simplify the drawings and facilitate understanding, in some figures, only one component with the same structure or function is schematically depicted or labeled. In this document, "one" not only means "only one" but also "more than one."

[0039] It should be further understood that the term "and / or" used in this specification and the appended claims refers to and includes any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0040] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed, detachable, or integral connections; mechanical or electrical connections; direct or indirect connections through an intermediary; and internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of these terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0041] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" 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 application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present application.

[0042] In addition, in the description of the present application, the terms "first", "second", etc. are only used to distinguish the description and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0043] Currently, most photovoltaic mounting systems on the market utilize fixed, non-adjustable structures for support. This type of mounting method is primarily suitable for inaccessible areas or those where human activity is unaffected. While this type of mounting method is stable, it requires a fixed installation site. This type of mounting method is not suitable for applications without a fixed installation site or where frequent transport is required. Furthermore, in extreme environments such as strong winds, snow, or other natural disasters, photovoltaic panels mounted using such fixed structures may suffer damage due to the inability to adjust their position or retract quickly, increasing maintenance difficulties and potential damage risks.

[0044] It can be seen that there are still major problems in the existing technology. The folding photovoltaic bracket provided in this application is intended to solve the above problems, so that the photovoltaic bracket can be quickly unfolded and folded while maintaining stability, thereby improving the mobility and adaptability of the photovoltaic bracket.

[0045] Reference Manual Figure 1 The folding photovoltaic bracket provided in this application includes multiple photovoltaic modules 5, and two adjacent photovoltaic modules 5 are connected by a hinge structure 7. At the same time, the folding photovoltaic bracket also includes a first support member 10 and a second support member 20. One end of the first support member 10 is rotatably connected to the back of the photovoltaic module 5, and the other end is used to contact the working ground or working plane to provide stable support.

[0046] At the same time, one end of the second support member 20 is rotatably connected to the back of the photovoltaic module 5, and the other end is connected to the first support member 10. The position of the connection point can be adjusted. In other words, by adjusting the position of the connection point between the second support member 20 and the first support member 10, the support mechanism 1 can switch between the unfolded state and the folded state. In the unfolded state, the photovoltaic module 5 can be fixed at an appropriate tilt angle to maximize the absorption of solar energy; in the folded state, the support mechanism 1 can be close to the photovoltaic module 5 for easy transportation and storage. Moreover, in severe weather conditions, through the setting in this embodiment, the operator can quickly fold the support mechanism 1 to facilitate the movement of the photovoltaic module 5 and reduce damage caused by natural disasters such as strong winds and hail.

[0047] In the above content, the position of the connection point can be adjusted through many implementation methods. For example, the second support member 20 can be connected to the first support member 10 by bolts. Bolt connection is a common detachable connection method. In this form, the bolt passes through the hole on the second support member 20, then passes through the corresponding hole on the first support member 10, and is tightened with a nut, thereby providing a strong clamping force and can withstand a large load. Moreover, the bolt connection is easy to disassemble, which is convenient for users to adjust the angle of the photovoltaic assembly 5 or completely fold the photovoltaic assembly 5 as needed. In addition, it can also be achieved by snapping, with a buckle provided on one component and a slot provided on the other component. By inserting the buckle into the slot, the two components can be quickly connected without the need for additional tools, and can usually be operated with one hand. For application scenarios where the photovoltaic assembly 5 needs to be frequently adjusted or folded, the snap connection provides great convenience.

[0048] According to the content of the previous paragraph, during specific operations, when it is necessary to adjust the angle of the photovoltaic component 5, the user can simply loosen the bolts or disengage the clamping mechanism, adjust the position of the second support member 20 relative to the first support member 10 as needed, and after adjusting to the ideal position, retighten the bolts or lock the clamping mechanism to fix the photovoltaic component 5 at the new angle; when it is necessary to fold the support mechanism 1 for transportation or storage, the user can completely loosen the connection point so that the second support member 20 and the first support member 10 are folded together, thereby reducing the overall size of the support mechanism 1.

[0049] In one embodiment, Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the first support member 10 is provided with a docking groove 101 along its length direction, and the second support member 20 is provided with a docking end 200 at the end away from the photovoltaic component 5. The docking end 200 and the docking groove 101 form a sliding connection, so that the support mechanism 1 can be unfolded or folded by operating the docking end 200 to slide in the docking groove 101.

[0050] It is understandable that when the photovoltaic assembly 5 needs to be unfolded on the ground, the user pushes the second support member 20 so that its docking end 200 slides along the docking groove 101 of the first support member 10 to the fully unfolded position. At this time, the bottom of the first support member 10 contacts the ground, and the photovoltaic assembly 5, the first support member 10, and the second support member 20 form a stable triangular support structure, so that the photovoltaic assembly 5 is stably supported on the ground. When the photovoltaic assembly 5 needs to be stored or moved, it is only necessary to push the second support member 20 in the opposite direction. The second support member 20 and the first support member 10 will gradually become parallel. Then, through the rotation connection between the support member and the back of the photovoltaic assembly 5, the two support members are moved closer to its back, and finally the folded state is achieved.

[0051] The sliding connection mentioned above can be achieved in a variety of ways. For example, balls or rollers can be used to slide in the docking groove 101 to reduce friction and improve the smoothness of sliding. Alternatively, the docking end 200 can be designed as a slider, and a guide rail is provided in the docking groove 101 to achieve a sliding connection through the cooperation of the slider and the guide rail. At the same time, in actual operation, after the support mechanism 1 is unfolded to the preset position, the position of the docking end 200 can be fixed by a locking mechanism (not shown in the drawings) to prevent the sliding connection from accidentally moving.

[0052] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the butt end 200 on the second support member 20 can be designed as a raised portion integrally formed with the second support member 20, simplifying the manufacturing process and eliminating the need for additional parts or assembly steps. The raised portion can be cylindrical, square, or other shapes suitable for sliding within the butt end slot 101. Of course, the butt end 200 and the second support member 20 can also be formed separately. For example, one or more mounting holes can be provided at the end of the second support member 20, and the sliding element can then be mounted using bolts, pins, or other fasteners.

[0053] Based on the above embodiment, the first support member 10 is provided with two docking grooves 101, which are symmetrically arranged along the axis of the first support member 10. There are also two second support members 20, and the docking end 200 on each second support member 20 is slidably connected to the corresponding docking groove 101. Through the arrangement in this embodiment, the docking grooves 101 and the docking ends 200 form a symmetrical design, which can provide a stable and balanced support point, and contribute to the stability of the photovoltaic module 5 when the support mechanism 1 is deployed.

[0054] In this embodiment, the two docking slots 101 can be located on the same side surface of the first support member 10, or on opposite sides, providing installation flexibility that can be adjusted based on the actual installation environment and requirements. For example, in areas with strong winds or limited space, the two docking slots 101 can be located on the same side to reduce wind resistance and save space. In applications where higher stability is required, the docking slots 101 can be located on opposite sides to provide a larger support area and greater stability.

[0055] There is no specific limit on the distance between the two docking slots 101, which provides more design freedom. Depending on the size and weight of different photovoltaic modules 5 and the expected wind load, the distance between the docking slots 101 can be adjusted to optimize the strength and rigidity of the support mechanism 1.

[0056] Moreover, in this embodiment, by providing two docking grooves 101 and two docking ends 200, two sets of independent sliding connections are formed. Even if one set of connections encounters problems in certain circumstances, the other set can still work normally, thereby ensuring the stable support of the photovoltaic component 5 and preventing the entire system from being paralyzed due to a single point failure. This redundant design significantly improves the reliability and stability of the photovoltaic system.

[0057] In one embodiment, the first support member 10 is a flat plate member with a rectangular profile, which is not only convenient for mass production but also more convenient in processing, transportation and storage.

[0058] Specifically, the flat member has four peripheral side surfaces, two of which are located on the long sides of the rectangle and are configured as assembly surfaces 100. Two docking grooves 101 are respectively provided on the two assembly surfaces 100. The assembly surfaces 100 located on the long sides can provide greater adjustment space, and when the docking end 200 of the second support member 20 slides within the docking groove 101, the sliding range is larger.

[0059] Optionally, multiple elastic partitions (not shown in the drawings) are provided in the docking groove 101. When the docking end 200 slides in the docking groove 101, it will pass through different elastic partitions. When the operator adjusts to the appropriate angle, he stops pushing the second support member 20, and the docking end 200 is restricted to a certain position through the action of the elastic partition, so that the support mechanism 1 can provide different support angles for the photovoltaic component 5.

[0060] Furthermore, the second support members 20 are all rod-shaped structures, the two second support members 20 are arranged parallel to each other, and the interval between them is equal to the width of the first support member 10, so that when the support mechanism 1 is in the folded state, the two second support members 20 can be folded on both sides of the first support member 10, thereby greatly reducing the volume of the entire support mechanism 1 and facilitating transportation and storage.

[0061] It should be noted that the rod-shaped structure of the second support member 20 can be solid or hollow to meet different strength and weight requirements. The diameter and length of the rod-shaped structure can be adjusted according to the size and weight of the photovoltaic component 5, so no specific limitation is made in this embodiment.

[0062] Based on the above content, the length of the first support member 10 is greater than the length of the second support member 20. At the same time, the height of the connection point of the first support member 10 relative to the back of the photovoltaic component 5 is higher than the height of the connection point of the second support member 20 relative to the back of the photovoltaic component 5. When the support mechanism 1 is in the unfolded state, the second support member 20 can play a role similar to a diagonal brace, effectively dispersing and bearing external loads, and significantly enhancing the stability and strength of the entire structure.

[0063] It can be understood that the length of the first support member 10 is greater than that of the second support member 20. Such a length ratio design ensures that when the support mechanism 1 is unfolded, the second support member 20 can be supported between the photovoltaic component 5 and the first support member 10 to form a stable triangular structure, thereby increasing the stability of the entire support mechanism 1.

[0064] In one embodiment, the reference Figure 4 The support mechanism 1 also includes a first connecting member 30 and a second connecting member 40. The first connecting member 30 and the second connecting member 40 are spaced apart and arranged on the back of the photovoltaic component 5. The first connecting member 30 is connected to the first support member 10, and the second connecting member 40 is used to connect to the second support member 20.

[0065] As shown in the figure, the horizontal height of the first connecting member 30 is higher than the horizontal height of the second connecting member 40, and the two are on the same straight line. The setting principle of this point can be referred to above. The two form a height difference. This height difference enables the second support member 20 to form a diagonal bracing structure when unfolded, effectively dispersing and bearing external loads.

[0066] More specifically, the first connecting member 30 includes a first fitting portion 301 and a first connecting portion 302, the first fitting portion 301 is fixedly connected to the back of the photovoltaic module 5, and the first support member 10 is connected to the first connecting portion 302 through a rotating member. Similar to the first connecting member 30, the second connecting member 40 includes a second fitting portion 401 and a second connecting portion 402, the second fitting portion 401 is fixedly connected to the back of the photovoltaic module 5, and the second support member 20 is connected to the second connecting portion 402 through a rotating member.

[0067] The fitting portion may be connected to the back of the photovoltaic module 5 by bonding, bolting, welding or other appropriate fixing methods to ensure that the connection remains stable under various environmental conditions.

[0068] Please refer to the instruction manual Figure 4 In the accompanying drawings, the fitting portion and the connecting portion of the two connecting members are vertically connected, that is, the angle between them is a right angle, but in other cases, the angle between the fitting portion and the connecting portion may also be an acute angle, which depends on the specific shape and size of the first support member 10 and the second support member 20.

[0069] In addition, as in the above embodiment, when the number of second support members 20 is two, the number of second connecting portions 402 also corresponds to two, so as to simultaneously connect the two second support members 20, and in conjunction with the setting of the second fitting portion 401, the second connecting member 40 forms a "U"-shaped outline, and the recessed position of the "U" shape can just correspond to accommodate the first support member 10, which not only improves the compactness of the support mechanism 1, but also helps to reduce the volume of the entire structure in the folded state, making it easier to transport and store.

[0070] In one embodiment, the reference Figure 1 and Figure 6 The photovoltaic assembly 5 includes a photovoltaic panel 50 and a panel frame 6. Specifically, the periphery of the photovoltaic panel 50 is equipped with a corresponding panel frame 6 for reinforcement and protection to improve strength and durability.

[0071] At the same time, if Figure 6 As shown, the hinge structure 7 in the above embodiment is arranged between every two adjacent panel frames 6, so that the adjacent photovoltaic panels 50 can be flipped and folded. When the photovoltaic assembly 5 needs to be moved, the photovoltaic panels 50 can be folded one by one through the hinge structure 7, thereby achieving a folding effect similar to a book hinge, which greatly reduces the area occupied by the entire assembly and facilitates transportation and storage.

[0072] Specifically, such as Figure 6As shown, in every three photovoltaic modules 5 connected in sequence, hinge structures 7 are provided on both sides of the photovoltaic module 5 located in the middle, the hinge structure 7 on one side is provided on the front side of the panel frame 6 (in the same direction as the front of the photovoltaic panel 50), and the hinge structure 7 on the photovoltaic module 5 adjacent to this side is located on the front side, thereby realizing the folding of the two photovoltaic modules 5 on the front; the hinge structure 7 on the other side is provided on the back side of the panel frame 6 (in the same direction as the back of the photovoltaic panel 50), and the hinge structure 7 on the photovoltaic module 5 adjacent to this side is also located on the back side, thereby realizing the folding of the two photovoltaic modules 5 on the back. According to this rule, the number of photovoltaic modules can be greater than three.

[0073] Please refer to the attached Figure 5 and Figure 9 The folding photovoltaic bracket in the figure includes six photovoltaic components 5. When the hinge is folded, in order to prevent the surface of the photovoltaic panel 6 from being affected by external factors and causing bumps or damage, the hinge structure 7 set on the panel frame 6 can ensure that the front of the photovoltaic panel 50 is folded inside when folding. Therefore, the six photovoltaic components 5 are paired one by one. When the hinge is folded, the front sides of the two photovoltaic panels 50 in each pair are arranged to face each other to avoid exposing the front sides. Through this arrangement, the photovoltaic bracket can present the form of the front sides of each photovoltaic panel 50 facing each other and the back sides of each photovoltaic panel 50 facing each other when folded.

[0074] Furthermore, Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, the panel frame 6 includes two side frames 61 and a bottom frame 62 , each of which is provided with grooves 60 , which are adapted to the thickness of the edge of the photovoltaic panel 50 , ensuring a tight fit between the photovoltaic panel 50 and the panel frame 6 .

[0075] The side frame 61 and the bottom frame 62 are fixed by connectors (such as bolts, rivets, or clips) to form a frame structure with a single-side opening, so that the photovoltaic panel 50 can be easily inserted into or removed from the frame from a single side, simplifying the installation and maintenance process. For the operator, during the implementation process, first place the photovoltaic panel 50 on the open side of the panel frame 6, and then slide the panel along the groove 60 to the correct position in the frame to complete the assembly. The panel frame 6 protects the photovoltaic panel 50 and reduces damage caused by friction between the bottom of the photovoltaic panel 50 and the ground.

[0076] In one embodiment, Figure 9 As shown, the support mechanism 1 has a maximum thickness A in the folded state, and the backs of two adjacent photovoltaic modules 5 form a preset interval B in the folded state, and the maximum thickness A is less than or equal to the preset interval B.

[0077] It can be understood that the maximum thickness A of the support mechanism 1 is the maximum thickness of the entire support mechanism 1 when the first support member 10 and the second support member 20 are folded to fit the back of the photovoltaic component 5 or can be stored. By controlling the maximum thickness A of the support mechanism 1, it is ensured that in the folded state, the support mechanisms 1 of adjacent photovoltaic panels 50 will not collide or interfere with each other, thereby protecting the integrity of the photovoltaic panels 50 and the support mechanism 1.

[0078] As will be appreciated, the panel frame 6 is designed to have a certain thickness. When the photovoltaic panel 50 is loaded, a certain amount of space exists between one side of the frame and the back of the photovoltaic panel 50. This space can accommodate the support mechanism 1, allowing it to be completely retracted in the folded state, thereby preventing the support mechanism 1 from colliding or interfering with other components during folding. Furthermore, the support mechanism 1 can be compactly stored within the panel frame 6 in the folded state, reducing the space occupied by the photovoltaic assembly 5 during transportation and storage.

[0079] It should be noted that there are two implementation situations. In one situation, the support mechanism 1 provided on two adjacent photovoltaic modules 5 can form an offset when folded, which can reduce the thickness accumulation to a certain extent. At this time, the preset interval B can be basically equal to the maximum thickness A, as long as it is ensured that the hinges can be folded smoothly. There is also a situation where the support mechanisms provided on two adjacent photovoltaic modules 5 are just relative to each other when folded. At this time, the preset interval B is at least equal to twice the maximum thickness A to ensure smooth hinge folding.

[0080] It should be noted that the above embodiments can be freely combined as needed. The above are only preferred implementations of the present application. It should be noted that for ordinary technicians in this technical field, several improvements and modifications can be made without departing from the principles of the present application, and these improvements and modifications should also be considered as the scope of protection of the present application.

Claims

1. A folding photovoltaic bracket, characterized in that: include: Multiple photovoltaic modules, two adjacent photovoltaic modules are connected by a hinge structure; The support mechanism includes a first support member and a second support member; the first support member and the second support member are respectively rotatably connected to the back of the photovoltaic module, the end of the second support member away from the photovoltaic module is connected to the first support member, and the end of the first support member away from the photovoltaic module is used to abut against a work ground or work plane; The position of the connection point between the second support member and the first support member is adjustable, so that the support mechanism can be switched between the unfolded state and the folded state by adjusting the position of the connection point.

2. The folding photovoltaic bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first support member is provided with a docking groove along its length direction, and the second support member is provided with a docking end at one end away from the photovoltaic component. The docking end forms a sliding connection with the docking groove, so that when the docking end slides relative to the docking groove, the support mechanism can be relatively unfolded or folded.

3. The folding photovoltaic bracket according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first support member is provided with two docking grooves, and the two docking grooves are symmetrically opened along the axis direction of the first support member; There are two second support members, and the butting ends of each second support member are slidably connected to the corresponding butting grooves.

4. The folding photovoltaic support according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first supporting member is a flat plate member with a rectangular outline; The flat plate has four peripheral side surfaces, wherein two of the peripheral side surfaces located on the long sides of the rectangular outline are assembly surfaces, and the two docking grooves are respectively arranged on the corresponding assembly surfaces.

5. The foldable photovoltaic support according to claim 4, characterized in that: The second support members are both rod-shaped structures. The two second support members are parallel to each other and the distance between them is equal to the width of the first support member, so that when the support mechanism is in a folded state, the two second support members can be folded on both sides of the first support member.

6. The foldable photovoltaic support according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The support mechanism further includes a first connector and a second connector. The first connector and the second connector are spaced apart and arranged on the back of the photovoltaic assembly. The first connector is used to connect to the first support member, and the second connector is used to connect to the second support member.

7. The foldable photovoltaic support according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first connecting member includes a first fitting portion and a first connecting portion arranged at an angle, the first fitting portion is fixedly connected to the back of the photovoltaic panel, and the first supporting member and the first connecting portion are connected via a rotating member; The second connecting member includes a second fitting portion and a second connecting portion arranged at an angle, the second fitting portion is fixedly connected to the back of the photovoltaic panel, and the second supporting member and the second connecting portion are connected via a rotating member.

8. The foldable photovoltaic support according to claim 2, characterized in that: The photovoltaic assembly includes a photovoltaic panel and a panel frame, wherein the panel frame is installed on the periphery of the photovoltaic panel for reinforcement and protection; The hinge structure is arranged between every two adjacent panel frames to form flipping and folding of adjacent photovoltaic panels.

9. The foldable photovoltaic support according to claim 8, characterized in that: Each of the panel frames includes two side frames and a bottom frame; Among them, each of the side frames and the bottom frame is provided with a groove adapted to the thickness of the edge of the photovoltaic panel, and the two side frames are respectively connected to the two ends of the bottom frame to connect the three grooves, so that the panel frame forms a frame structure with a single-sided opening, and the single-sided opening is used for the installation and disassembly of the photovoltaic panel.

10. The foldable photovoltaic support according to claim 8 or 9, characterized in that: The support mechanism has a maximum thickness when in the folded state, and the backs of two adjacent photovoltaic modules form a preset interval when in the folded state, and the maximum thickness is less than or equal to the preset interval.

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