Multifunctional solar tile and solar tile operation and maintenance system

By integrating translucent photovoltaic panels, collectors, insulated water tanks and sprinkler systems into solar tiles and combining them with intelligent control, the problem of efficient combination of photovoltaic power generation and hot water heating is solved, and the efficient operation and stability of multifunctional solar equipment are achieved.

CN223379142UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-23ZHEJIANG NORMAL UNIV
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Application Number
CN202422779547.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-14
Publication Date
2025-09-23
Estimated Expiration
2034-11-14

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Technical Problem

The existing solar energy utilization method is single, photovoltaic power generation efficiency is low and highly temperature-dependent, water heaters cannot meet electricity demand, and integrated solutions fail to effectively solve the problems of thermal energy management and efficient coupling of components.

Method used

The translucent photovoltaic panels, collectors, insulated water tanks, sprinkler systems and temperature control devices are integrated in the shell. Combined with the intelligent control system, photovoltaic power generation, hot water heating, temperature control and automatic cleaning are realized, thereby improving the comprehensive utilization rate and stability of the equipment.

Benefits of technology

It achieves an efficient combination of photovoltaic power generation and hot water heating, maintains hot water temperature, prevents photovoltaic panels from overheating, and automatically cleans, thereby improving solar energy utilization and equipment stability, meeting multiple user needs.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a multifunctional solar tile which comprises a shell provided with a containing cavity. The heat preservation water tank is installed in the containing cavity, and a water storage cavity is formed in the heat preservation water tank; the heat collector is internally used for storing cold water and outputting the stored cold water to the heat preservation water tank after heating the cold water, the cold water in the heat preservation water tank flows back into the heat collector to be heated, and the heat collector is connected and communicated with the heat preservation water tank through a water inlet and outlet pipe. The semitransparent photovoltaic panel, the heat collector, the heat preservation water tank, the spraying system and the temperature control device are integrated in the shell, multiple functions of photovoltaic power generation, hot water heating, temperature regulation and control, automatic cleaning and the like are achieved, the requirements of users for electric energy and hot water are met, the utilization efficiency of solar energy is improved, and the energy consumption is reduced. And meanwhile, efficient operation and maintenance of equipment are realized through an intelligent control system, and the reliability and the service life of the system are further improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a solar tile, in particular to a multifunctional solar tile and a solar tile operation and maintenance system. Background Art

[0002] With the intensifying global energy crisis and rising environmental awareness, the development and utilization of clean, renewable energy sources are receiving increasing attention. As an inexhaustible, renewable resource, solar energy offers the advantages of cleanliness, environmental friendliness, and zero emissions, making it a priority energy source for development worldwide. Currently, the primary methods for utilizing solar energy include photovoltaic power generation and solar water heaters, both of which are widely used in residential and commercial buildings. However, traditional photovoltaic power generation and solar water heating systems have several technical and application limitations.

[0003] Photovoltaic power generation technology primarily utilizes solar panels to directly convert sunlight into electricity. However, the energy conversion efficiency of photovoltaic modules is relatively low, reaching only approximately 23% under ideal conditions. This leaves much of the sunlight's thermal energy unused, resulting in low solar energy utilization. Furthermore, when the surface temperature of photovoltaic panels becomes excessively high, power generation efficiency decreases significantly, necessitating additional cooling measures.

[0004] Solar water heaters use heat from sunlight absorbed by collectors to heat cold water, providing hot water for homes and businesses. While solar water heaters offer a relatively high energy efficiency, reaching around 40%, they typically lack the ability to generate electricity and thus cannot meet users' electricity needs. Therefore, the single-purpose nature of existing solar technology limits its overall utilization efficiency and fails to fully realize its potential.

[0005] With the development of technology and the diversification of user needs, multifunctional solar energy devices that combine photovoltaic power generation and solar water heating functions have gradually become a hot topic in research and application. Integrating photovoltaic power generation and solar water heating functions in the same device can effectively improve the utilization rate of solar energy. However, existing integration solutions generally fail to effectively address the problems of thermal energy management and efficient coupling between components. The power generation efficiency of photovoltaic panels decreases with rising temperature, and cleaning and maintenance requirements are high. At the same time, the thermal collection system must also maintain efficient cold water circulation and hot water storage functions. Therefore, it is of great practical significance to develop a multifunctional solar tile that can achieve both photovoltaic power generation and heat water using thermal energy, and is equipped with a self-operation and maintenance system to improve the overall utilization and stability of the equipment. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In order to solve the above problems, the utility model provides a multifunctional solar tile and a solar tile operation and maintenance system. By integrating translucent photovoltaic panels, collectors, insulated water tanks, spray systems and temperature control devices in the outer shell, multiple functions such as photovoltaic power generation, hot water heating, temperature control, and automatic cleaning are realized to meet users' needs for electricity and hot water, improve the utilization efficiency of solar energy, and at the same time realize efficient operation and maintenance of equipment through intelligent control systems, further improving the reliability and service life of the system.

[0007] The utility model is realized by the following technical solutions: a multifunctional solar tile, comprising a shell, wherein the shell has a receiving cavity;

[0008] An insulated water tank, which is installed in the accommodating cavity and has a water storage cavity inside;

[0009] The heat collector is used to store cold water, heat the stored cold water and then output it to the insulated water tank. The cold water in the insulated water tank flows back to the heat collector for heating. The heat collector and the insulated water tank are connected through inlet and outlet water pipes.

[0010] A solar power generation system, comprising a translucent photovoltaic panel, a battery and an inverter, wherein the translucent photovoltaic panel is mounted on the housing, photovoltaic charging is achieved through the translucent photovoltaic panel, and the translucent photovoltaic panel is located at the upper end of the collector, and the collector absorbs heat from sunlight and heat transferred from the translucent photovoltaic panel for heating.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution, the insulated water tank includes a water storage liner and a thermal insulation layer, and the thermal insulation layer is located outside the water storage liner.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution, the insulated water tank is provided with a water inlet interface and a water outlet interface, water is introduced through the water inlet interface, and the docking and connection of adjacent solar tiles are completed through the water outlet interface.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution, the insulated water tank is provided with a sensor installation port and a hot water drain port, and hot water can be discharged and collected from the hot water drain port.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution, the sensor setting opening is set close to the translucent photovoltaic panel, a temperature sensor is installed in the sensor setting opening, and the temperature detection end of the temperature sensor is set close to the translucent photovoltaic panel to detect the temperature value of the translucent photovoltaic panel.

[0015] As an optimal technical solution, it also includes a spray system, which is installed on the shell. The spray system includes a spray pipe and a nozzle installed on the spray pipe. The water outlet surface of the nozzle is arranged corresponding to the translucent photovoltaic panel, and the spray pipe is connected to the insulated water tank.

[0016] As a preferred technical solution, the spray system further includes a water pump, which is connected to the spray pipe and is used to pump out the water in the insulated water tank and spray the pumped water toward the translucent photovoltaic panel through the nozzle.

[0017] The utility model provides a solar tile operation and maintenance system, which includes solar tiles. Each solar tile is connected to the water inlet interface and the water outlet interface, so that the thermal insulation water tank in each solar tile is connected and conductive. The utility model also includes a controller, which controls the spraying system and the solar power generation system.

[0018] The beneficial effects of the utility model are as follows: by integrating a translucent photovoltaic panel and a heat collector on the housing, the utility model can realize photovoltaic power generation and hot water heating in the same device at the same time, fully utilizing solar energy resources and improving the overall energy utilization rate;

[0019] Secondly, the insulated water tank is equipped with a water storage tank and an insulation layer, which can effectively maintain the temperature of hot water, reduce heat loss, and meet the user's demand for hot water. In addition, the spray system is combined with the temperature sensor to automatically start the water spray cooling function when the temperature of the photovoltaic panel is too high, thereby effectively controlling the temperature of the photovoltaic panel and preventing high temperature from affecting the power generation efficiency.

[0020] At the same time, the spray system also has a regular cleaning function to keep the surface of the photovoltaic panel clean and further improve the efficiency of photovoltaic power generation. The solar tile is also connected to adjacent equipment through the water inlet and outlet interfaces, realizing modular installation and automatic water channel conduction, which is convenient for users to flexibly set according to actual needs.

[0021] Through the self-operation and maintenance control system, the utility model can realize the intelligent management of multiple functions such as power generation, heat collection, temperature monitoring and cleaning maintenance, greatly improving the stability and service life of the equipment, meeting the user's multiple needs for building materials, clean energy and efficient hot water, and has broad application prospects. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention 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 invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0023] Figure 1 This is the exploded structure diagram of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 It is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the present utility model;

[0026] Description of reference numerals:

[0027] 1. Outer shell; 3. Water storage tank; 2. Insulation layer; 4. Collector; 8. Translucent photovoltaic panel; 12. Water inlet interface; 10. Water outlet interface; 9. Sensor setting port; 11. Hot water drain port; 6. Spray pipe; 7. Nozzle; 5. Water pump. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0028] All features disclosed in this specification, or all steps in the disclosed methods or processes, except mutually exclusive features and / or steps, can be combined in any manner.

[0029] Any feature disclosed in this specification (including any appended claims, abstract and drawings), unless otherwise stated, may be replaced by other equivalent or similar features. That is, unless otherwise stated, each feature is only an example of a series of equivalent or similar features.

[0030] like Figure 1-Figure 3 As shown, the utility model relates to a multifunctional solar tile, comprising an outer shell 1, wherein the outer shell 1 has a accommodating cavity, an insulated water tank is installed in the accommodating cavity, and a water storage cavity is provided inside the insulated water tank to store hot water and maintain its temperature. The insulated water tank further comprises a water storage liner 3 and an insulation layer 2 inside the insulated water tank, wherein the insulation layer 2 is located outside the water storage liner 3, which can effectively reduce heat loss and ensure that the temperature of the hot water remains stable, so as to provide users with a long-lasting hot water supply. The insulated water tank is provided with a water inlet interface 12 and a water outlet interface 10, through which cold water can enter, and hot water can be discharged through the water outlet interface 10, so as to complete the waterway docking connection between adjacent solar tiles. This design enables multiple solar tiles to be connected to each other to meet the needs of use of different scales.

[0031] A heat collector 4 is installed above the insulated water tank to heat the cold water. Cold water enters the heat collector 4 from the insulated water tank, absorbs solar heat, and then flows back into the insulated water tank. The cold water in the insulated water tank then enters the heat collector 4 for circulation and heating, thereby maintaining a continuously elevated water temperature. The heat collector 4 is connected to the insulated water tank via inlet and outlet pipes, enabling water circulation and heating.

[0032] The solar power generation system of the present invention includes a translucent photovoltaic panel 8, a battery, and an inverter. The translucent photovoltaic panel 8 is mounted on the upper end of the housing 1. The panel 8 is used to generate photovoltaic power, which is then stored in the battery and then output as AC power to the user through the inverter.

[0033] The translucent photovoltaic panel 8 is positioned above the collector 4, collecting solar energy through photovoltaic power generation. Simultaneously, the collector 4 absorbs heat from the sun's rays and heat transferred through the translucent photovoltaic panel 8 to assist in heating the cold water. This design creates a highly efficient solar energy utilization structure between the photovoltaic panel and the collector 4, improving the energy efficiency of the entire system.

[0034] In order to further improve the stability of the system, the present invention is also provided with a spray system for temperature control and cleaning of the translucent photovoltaic panel 8. The spray system is installed on the housing 1 and includes a spray pipe 6 and a nozzle 7 installed on the spray pipe 6. The water outlet surface of the nozzle 7 is arranged corresponding to the translucent photovoltaic panel 8 so that the spray water flow can evenly cover the surface of the photovoltaic panel to achieve the effect of cooling and cleaning.

[0035] The spray system is connected to the insulation water tank through a pipe and is equipped with a water pump 5 for pumping water out of the insulation water tank and spraying it onto the surface of the photovoltaic panel through a nozzle 7;

[0036] The water pump 5 ensures that the spraying system can be automatically started when needed, spraying water evenly on the photovoltaic panels to ensure the cooling effect. At the same time, the photovoltaic panels are cleaned regularly to maintain their power generation efficiency.

[0037] In the embodiment of the present invention, a temperature sensor is further provided to monitor the temperature change of the photovoltaic panel. The temperature sensor is installed near the translucent photovoltaic panel 8, and the temperature detection end of the sensor is close to the photovoltaic panel for real-time monitoring of its surface temperature.

[0038] When the temperature sensor detects that the temperature of the photovoltaic panel exceeds the preset value, the controller will automatically start the spray system to cool the photovoltaic panel to prevent the power generation efficiency from decreasing due to excessive temperature. The controller can also automatically control the cleaning function of the spray system according to environmental requirements and cleaning cycles to ensure that the surface of the photovoltaic panel is always in a clean state, thereby further improving its power generation efficiency.

[0039] This solar tile operation and maintenance system modularly connects adjacent solar tiles through a water inlet port 12 and a water outlet port 10, achieving automatic water flow. This allows for flexible installation of multiple solar tiles and facilitates user configuration based on actual needs. The controller, connected to the sprinkler system and solar power generation system, implements intelligent operation and maintenance management, ensuring stable and efficient system operation to meet users' daily needs.

[0040] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions that do not require creative effort should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be based on the scope of protection defined in the claims.

Claims

1. A multifunctional solar tile, characterized in that: include: A housing (1), wherein the housing (1) has a receiving cavity; An insulated water tank, which is installed in the accommodating cavity and has a water storage cavity inside; The heat collector (4) is used to store cold water inside, and heats the stored cold water and outputs it to the insulated water tank. The cold water in the insulated water tank flows back to the heat collector (4) for heating. The heat collector (4) and the insulated water tank are connected and conducted via inlet and outlet water pipes. A solar power generation system, comprising a translucent photovoltaic panel (8), a storage battery, and an inverter, wherein the translucent photovoltaic panel (8) is mounted on the housing (1), photovoltaic charging is achieved through the translucent photovoltaic panel (8), and the translucent photovoltaic panel (8) is located at the upper end of the heat collector (4), and the heat collector (4) absorbs heat from sunlight and heat transferred from the translucent photovoltaic panel (8) for heating.

2. The multifunctional solar tile according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thermal insulation water tank comprises a water storage inner tank (3) and a thermal insulation layer (2), wherein the thermal insulation layer (2) is located outside the water storage inner tank (3).

3. The multifunctional solar tile according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thermal insulation water tank is provided with a water inlet interface (12) and a water outlet interface (10), water is introduced through the water inlet interface (12), and the docking and connection of adjacent solar tiles is completed through the water outlet interface (10).

4. The multifunctional solar tile according to claim 1, characterized in that: The heat-insulating water tank is also provided with a sensor installation port (9) and a hot water drain port (11), and hot water can be discharged and collected from the hot water drain port (11).

5. The multifunctional solar tile according to claim 4, characterized in that: The sensor setting opening (9) is set closely to the translucent photovoltaic panel (8), a temperature sensor is installed in the sensor setting opening (9), and a temperature detection end of the temperature sensor is set in contact with the translucent photovoltaic panel (8) for detecting the temperature value of the translucent photovoltaic panel (8).

6. The multifunctional solar tile according to claim 1, characterized in that: The device further comprises a spraying system, which is mounted on the housing (1). The spraying system comprises a spraying pipe (6) and a nozzle (7) mounted on the spraying pipe (6). The water outlet surface of the nozzle (7) is arranged corresponding to the translucent photovoltaic panel (8). The spraying pipe (6) is connected to the thermal insulation water tank.

7. The multifunctional solar tile according to claim 6, characterized in that: The spraying system further comprises a water pump (5), which is connected to the spraying pipe (6) and is used to pump water out of the heat-insulating water tank and spray the pumped water toward the translucent photovoltaic panel (8) through the spray head (7).

8. A solar tile operation and maintenance system, characterized in that: The invention comprises a plurality of solar tiles as described in any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein each solar tile is connected to a water outlet interface (10) via a water inlet interface (12), so that the thermal insulation water tank in each solar tile is connected and conductive, and further comprises a controller, through which the spray system and the solar power generation system are controlled.