Snow cleaning device for wind turbine generator

By installing a snow-clearing device consisting of a drive motor, a transmission rod and a heating wire on the wind turbine, the problem of difficult snow clearing on the wind turbine is solved, the efficient melting and clearing of snow is achieved, and the stable operation of the unit is ensured.

CN223424162UActive Publication Date: 2025-10-10INNER MONGOLIA SMART OPERATION & MAINTENANCE NEW ENERGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202423111336.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-17
Publication Date
2025-10-10
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-17

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Technical Problem

It is difficult to effectively clear snow from existing wind turbines during rainy and snowy weather, which affects maintenance and increases the pressure on the units.

Method used

A snow-clearing device is designed, which includes a drive motor, a transmission rod, a fan and a heating wire. The drive motor drives the transmission rod and the fan to rotate. The fan outputs heat energy and combines with wind power to clear the snow. The support device improves the stability of the transmission rod.

Benefits of technology

It achieves efficient snow removal from wind turbines, ensures continuous operation of the units, and reduces the difficulty of manual maintenance and the pressure on the units.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of snow cleaning devices, in particular to a snow cleaning device for a wind turbine generator, which comprises a wind turbine generator body, a support column is mounted and connected at the lower end of the wind turbine generator body, fan blades are mounted and connected at the rear end of the wind turbine generator body, and a snow cleaning mechanism is fixedly connected at the right end of the wind turbine generator body. According to the snow cleaning device for the wind turbine generator, the snow cleaning mechanism is arranged, the driving motor is installed on the base, the base is fixedly installed at the right end of the wind turbine generator body, the driving motor is started to work, the transmission rod at the output end of the driving motor and the draught fan rotate at the same time, and under the action of the driving motor, the transmission rod rotates in a reciprocating mode; the fan swings in a reciprocating mode, then the fan and the heating wire are started to work, the heating wire operates to generate heat energy, the fan conveys the heat energy generated by the heating wire to the position above the wind turbine generator body, and accumulated snow above the wind turbine generator body is removed in cooperation with wind energy and heat flow.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of snow clearing devices, in particular to a snow clearing device for a wind turbine generator set. Background Art

[0002] A wind turbine is a power generation device that converts wind energy into mechanical energy and then into usable electrical energy for power generation. A wind turbine also includes components such as a gearbox, main bearings, electrical system, hydraulic system, braking system, and yaw system. These components work together to capture, convert, and output wind energy. With the rise of green energy and the global pursuit of sustainable development, wind turbines are finding increasingly widespread application. They are not only widely used in industries such as electricity, petroleum, metallurgy, and chemicals, but also provide reliable power support for remote, off-grid areas. Wind turbines also play a vital role in construction, transportation, municipal construction, and communications. However, existing wind turbines often accumulate large amounts of snow above the turbines during rainy and snowy weather. This not only makes it difficult for personnel to access and perform maintenance, but also increases stress on the turbine. Therefore, we have developed a snow-clearing device for wind turbines. Utility Model Content

[0003] The main purpose of the utility model is to provide a snow clearing device for a wind turbine generator set, which can effectively solve the problems in the background technology.

[0004] In order to achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the utility model is:

[0005] A snow-clearing device for a wind turbine generator system comprises a wind turbine generator system body, a support column is mounted and connected to the lower end of the wind turbine generator system body, a fan blade is mounted and connected to the rear end of the wind turbine generator system body, and a snow-clearing mechanism is fixedly connected to the right end of the wind turbine generator system body.

[0006] Preferably, the snow clearing mechanism includes a base, a drive motor is fixedly connected to the left upper end of the base, a support device is fixedly connected to the right upper end of the base, a transmission rod is fixedly connected to the output end of the drive motor, and a fan is fixedly connected to the upper end of the transmission rod.

[0007] Preferably, the left end of the fan is fixedly connected to an outer frame, the outer frame is a rectangular structure, and the inner wall of the outer frame is fixedly connected to a plurality of heating wires.

[0008] Preferably, the plurality of heating wires are all located on the left side of the fan, the plurality of heating wires are not in contact with the fan, and the plurality of heating wires are distributed at equal distances.

[0009] Preferably, the supporting device includes a supporting frame, the supporting frame is an "L"-shaped structure, the left end of the supporting frame is fixedly connected to a stabilizing sleeve, the stabilizing sleeve is a circular structure, the upper end of the stabilizing sleeve is provided with a circular groove passing through the upper and lower ends, and the left part of the outer surface of the stabilizing sleeve is fixedly connected to a connecting piece.

[0010] Preferably, the connecting member is fixedly connected to the right end of the wind turbine body, the stabilizing sleeve is movably connected to the transmission rod through a bearing, and the lower end of the support frame is fixedly connected to the base.

[0011] Preferably, the base is fixedly connected to the right end of the wind turbine body.

[0012] The utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0013] 1. In the present invention, a snow-clearing mechanism is provided, a driving motor is mounted on a base, and the base is fixedly mounted on the right end of the wind turbine body. When the driving motor is started, the transmission rod at the output end of the driving motor and the fan rotate simultaneously. Under the action of the driving motor, the transmission rod rotates back and forth, causing the fan to swing back and forth. Then, the fan and the heating wire are started to work, and the heating wire generates heat energy. The fan transmits the heat energy generated by the heating wire to the position above the wind turbine body, and the wind energy and heat flow are combined to clear the snow above the wind turbine body.

[0014] 2. In the present invention, by providing a supporting device, the supporting frame and the connecting piece support the stabilizing sleeve, and the stabilizing sleeve is installed on the outer surface of the transmission rod through a bearing, thereby improving the stability of the transmission rod during rotation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a snow-clearing device for a wind turbine generator system according to the present invention;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a snow-clearing mechanism of a snow-clearing device for a wind turbine generator system according to the present invention;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a wind turbine in a snow-clearing device for a wind turbine generator system according to the present invention;

[0018] Figure 4 The utility model is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a support device for a snow-clearing device of a wind turbine generator set.

[0019] In the figure: 1. Wind turbine body; 2. Snow clearing mechanism; 3. Fan blades; 4. Support column; 21. Base; 22. Support device; 23. Fan; 24. Transmission rod; 25. Drive motor; 221. Support frame; 222. Connector; 223. Stabilizing sleeve; 224. Circular groove; 231. Outer frame; 232. Heating wire. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] In order to make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects achieved by the present invention easier to understand, the present invention is further described below in conjunction with specific implementation methods.

[0021] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "both ends," "one end," "the other end," and the like, indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended solely to facilitate the description of this utility model and simplify the description. They are not intended to indicate or imply that the devices or components 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 utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "installed," "provided with," "connected," etc. should be understood in a broad sense. For example, "connected" can mean a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or it can be internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art will be able to understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0023] See also Figures 1-4 , the utility model provides a technical solution:

[0024] A snow clearing device for a wind turbine generator system includes a wind turbine generator system body 1, a support column 4 is installed and connected to the lower end of the wind turbine generator system body 1, a fan blade 3 is installed and connected to the rear end of the wind turbine generator system body 1, and a snow clearing mechanism 2 is fixedly connected to the right end of the wind turbine generator system body 1.

[0025] In this embodiment, the snow clearing mechanism 2 includes a base 21, a drive motor 25 is fixedly connected to the left upper end of the base 21, a support device 22 is fixedly connected to the right upper end of the base 21, the output end of the drive motor 25 is fixedly connected to the transmission rod 24, and the upper end of the transmission rod 24 is fixedly connected to the fan 23; the left end of the fan 23 is fixedly connected to the outer frame 231, the outer frame 231 is a rectangular structure, and a plurality of heating wires 232 are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the outer frame 231; the plurality of heating wires 232 are all located on the left side of the fan 23, and there is no contact between the plurality of heating wires 232 and the fan 23, and the plurality of heating wires 232 are distributed at equal distances.

[0026] Through the above scheme: the drive motor 25 is started to work, and the transmission rod 24 at its output end then rotates synchronously with the fan 23. Under the action of the drive motor 25, the transmission rod 24 rotates back and forth, and this rotational motion is transmitted to the fan 23, causing the fan 23 to swing back and forth. Subsequently, the fan 23 and the heating wire 232 are started to work. After being energized, the heating wire 232 quickly generates a large amount of heat energy. The fan 23 generates airflow, which efficiently transports the heat energy released by the heating wire 232 to the area above the wind turbine body 1. Together, they act on the snow layer above the wind turbine body 1, effectively clearing the snow through the dual effects of thermal melting and wind blowing.

[0027] In this embodiment, the support device 22 includes a support frame 221, which is an "L"-shaped structure. The left end of the support frame 221 is fixedly connected to a stabilizing sleeve 223. The stabilizing sleeve 223 is a circular structure. The upper end of the stabilizing sleeve 223 is provided with a circular groove 224 that passes through the upper and lower ends. The left part of the outer surface of the stabilizing sleeve 223 is fixedly connected to a connecting member 222; the connecting member 222 is fixedly connected to the right end of the wind turbine body 1, and the stabilizing sleeve 223 is movably connected to the transmission rod 24 through a bearing. The lower end of the support frame 221 is fixedly connected to the base 21; the base 21 is fixedly connected to the right end of the wind turbine body 1.

[0028] Through the above solution, the support frame 221 and the connecting member 222 jointly provide strong support for the stabilizing sleeve 223. The stabilizing sleeve 223 is tightly fitted on the outer surface of the transmission rod 24 through the bearing, thereby improving the stability and precision of the transmission rod 24 during rotation.

[0029] It should be noted that the present invention describes a snow-clearing device for a wind turbine. A drive motor 25 is precisely mounted on a base 21, which is fixedly mounted on the right end of the wind turbine body 1. Once the drive motor 25 is started, the transmission rod 24 at its output end rotates synchronously with the fan 23. Under the action of the drive motor 25, the transmission rod 24 rotates back and forth. This rotational motion is transmitted to the fan 23, causing the fan 23 to swing back and forth. Subsequently, the fan 23 and the heating wire 232 are started. After being energized, the heating wire 232 quickly generates a large amount of heat energy. The fan 23 generates airflow, which efficiently transports the heat energy released by the heating wire 232 to the area above the wind turbine body 1. Together, they act on the snow layer above the wind turbine body 1. Through the dual effects of thermal melting and wind blowing, the snow is effectively cleared, ensuring the continuous and efficient operation of the wind turbine. To ensure the stability of the transmission rod 24 during rotation, the support frame 221 and the connecting member 222 jointly provide strong support for the stabilizing sleeve 223. The stabilizing sleeve 223 is tightly fitted on the outer surface of the transmission rod 24 through the bearing, thereby improving the stability and precision of the transmission rod 24 during rotation.

[0030] The basic principle and main features of the present application and the advantages of the present application are shown and described above. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present application is not limited by the above examples, and the above examples and descriptions in the specification are only to illustrate the principles of the present application. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present application, various changes and improvements can be made to the present application, and these changes and improvements all fall within the scope of the present application. The scope of protection of the present application is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A snow-clearing device for a wind turbine generator system, comprising a wind turbine generator system body (1), characterized in that: The lower end of the wind turbine body (1) is connected to a support column (4), the rear end of the wind turbine body (1) is connected to a fan blade (3), and the right end of the wind turbine body (1) is fixedly connected to a snow clearing mechanism (2); The snow clearing mechanism (2) comprises a base (21), a driving motor (25) is fixedly connected to the left upper end of the base (21), a supporting device (22) is fixedly connected to the right upper end of the base (21), a transmission rod (24) is fixedly connected to the output end of the driving motor (25), and a fan (23) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the transmission rod (24); The left end of the fan (23) is fixedly connected to an outer frame (231), the outer frame (231) is a rectangular structure, and the inner wall of the outer frame (231) is fixedly connected to a plurality of heating wires (232); The plurality of heating wires (232) are all located on the left side of the fan (23), the plurality of heating wires (232) are not in contact with the fan (23), and the plurality of heating wires (232) are distributed at equal distances.

2. A snow-clearing device for a wind turbine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support device (22) includes a support frame (221), the support frame (221) is an "L"-shaped structure, the left end of the support frame (221) is fixedly connected to a stabilizing sleeve (223), the stabilizing sleeve (223) is a circular structure, the upper end of the stabilizing sleeve (223) is provided with a circular groove (224) passing through the upper and lower ends, and the left portion of the outer surface of the stabilizing sleeve (223) is fixedly connected to a connecting piece (222).

3. A snow-clearing device for a wind turbine according to claim 2, characterized in that: The connecting member (222) is fixedly connected to the right end of the wind turbine body (1), the stabilizing sleeve (223) is movably connected to the transmission rod (24) via a bearing, and the lower end of the support frame (221) is fixedly connected to the base (21).

4. The snow-clearing device for a wind turbine according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base (21) is fixedly connected to the right end of the wind turbine body (1).