Tower clearance monitoring equipment for operation and maintenance of wind generating set

By designing tower clearance monitoring equipment for wind turbine operation and maintenance, the problems of inconvenient installation and poor stability of video monitoring equipment at the top of the tower were solved, achieving stable installation, free energy storage and heat dissipation, and improving the performance of the equipment.

CN223536479UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-11NANTONG FENGHE WIND POWER TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202423067744.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-12
Publication Date
2025-11-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-12

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Technical Problem

Existing video monitoring equipment for wind turbine generators is inconvenient to install on the top of the tower and has poor stability, making it difficult to achieve easy installation and fixation.

Method used

A tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance was designed, including components such as a base plate, power supply shell, probe head, mounting plate, side connecting plate, limit rod, and outer sleeve head. The device is fixed by steel strands and bolts, and combined with solar panels and heat sinks to achieve stable installation, free energy storage, and improved heat dissipation.

Benefits of technology

It achieves stable installation of video monitoring equipment, has a free power storage function, and improves heat dissipation, thereby enhancing the flexibility and stability of the equipment.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses tower clearance monitoring equipment for operation and maintenance of a wind generating set, which relates to the technical field of monitoring equipment and comprises a bottom plate, the front end of the bottom plate is fixedly connected with a power supply shell, a plurality of groups of ventilation slots are arranged in the power supply shell, and the bottom end of the bottom plate is fixedly connected with a detection head. Top plates are fixedly connected to the left side and the right side of the top end of the bottom plate respectively, connector lugs are fixedly connected to the rear portions of the top plates, and a plate-shaped assembly convenient to install is arranged at the rear end of the bottom plate. According to the tower clearance monitoring equipment for operation and maintenance of the wind generating set, the mounting plate, the side connecting plate, the through hole, the fixing head, the limiting rod, the outer sleeve head and the mounting hole are arranged, a steel strand can penetrate through the through hole in the connecting plate, the stability of the mounting position of the mounting plate is enhanced, and then the limiting rod in the fixing head is placed at the to-be-mounted position of the top end of a tower; and bolts are connected into the mounting holes to fix the mounting plate, so that the problem that the device does not have the function of being convenient to mount and fix is solved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of monitoring equipment technology, specifically to a tower clearance monitoring device for the operation and maintenance of wind turbine generator sets. Background Technology

[0002] Wind power generation refers to converting the kinetic energy of wind into electrical energy. Wind energy is a clean and pollution-free renewable energy source that has been utilized by humans for a long time, mainly through windmills for pumping water and grinding grain. People are interested in how to use wind to generate electricity. Wind power generation is very environmentally friendly, and wind energy reserves are enormous, therefore it is receiving increasing attention from countries around the world.

[0003] Currently, video monitoring equipment is commonly used in the operation of wind turbine generators. High-definition video cameras are used to monitor the rotation of the rotor during wind power generation, so as to provide visual support for wind turbine operation and maintenance. However, there are some inconveniences in actual operation, and there is room for improvement. For example, the video monitoring equipment is usually installed at the top of the tower above the rotor. Due to the high position, it is difficult to install a single video monitoring device. Moreover, it is only fixed to the top of the tower with bolts. Over time, the stability will deteriorate, and it does not have the function of easy installation and fixation.

[0004] Now, a new type of tower clearance monitoring equipment for wind turbine operation and maintenance is proposed to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a tower clearance monitoring device for the operation and maintenance of wind turbine generator sets, so as to solve the problem mentioned in the background art that it does not have the function of easy installation and fixation.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance, comprising a base plate, a power supply housing fixedly connected to the front end of the base plate, multiple ventilation slots provided inside the power supply housing, a probe fixedly connected to the bottom end of the base plate, top plates fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the top end of the base plate, a wiring terminal fixedly connected to the rear of the top plate, and a plate-shaped component for easy installation provided at the rear end of the base plate.

[0007] The plate-shaped assembly includes a mounting plate disposed at the rear end of the base plate. Side connecting plates are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the mounting plate, and four sets of through holes are provided inside the side connecting plates. A fixing head is fixedly connected to the top of the side connecting plates. A limit rod is fixedly connected inside the fixing head. An outer sleeve head is fixedly connected to the outside of the limit rod. A mounting hole is fixedly connected to the top of the inside of the limit rod.

[0008] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the horizontal center lines of the mounting plate and the base plate coincide, and the side connecting plates are symmetrically distributed about the vertical center line of the mounting plate.

[0009] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the through holes are arranged at equal intervals, and the outer sleeve head and the top plate are connected.

[0010] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the vertical center lines of the limiting rod and the fixing head coincide, and the shape and size of the outer side of the limiting rod are adapted to the shape and size of the inner side of the outer sleeve head.

[0011] As a further technical solution of this utility model, supports are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the top of the top plate, and a solar panel is provided at the top of the supports. A through groove is fixedly connected to the upper part of the bottom plate. A movable plate is movably connected to the front end of the through groove. A battery cover is provided inside the through groove. Power lines are movably connected to the left and right sides of the battery cover. A circuit board is fixedly connected inside the battery cover.

[0012] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the vertical center lines of the solar panel and the base plate coincide, the solar panel, the power cord and the circuit board are electrically connected, and the movable plate and the through slot are hinged.

[0013] As a further technical solution of this utility model, heat-conducting plates are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the base plate, and inner grooves are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the heat-conducting plates. Multiple sets of heat sinks are welded to the end of the inner grooves away from the base plate, and fins are fixedly connected between the multiple sets of heat sinks.

[0014] As a further technical solution of this utility model, the heat sink is arranged at equal intervals, and there is a distance between the heat sink and the side connecting plate.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: the tower clearance monitoring equipment for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance not only realizes the function of easy installation and fixing, but also realizes the function of free energy storage, and also realizes the function of improving heat dissipation;

[0016] (1) The video monitoring equipment consists of a base plate and a power supply housing, and is equipped with a mounting plate, side connecting plate, through hole, fixing head, limit rod, outer sleeve head and mounting hole. The wiring head at the top of the base plate is electrically connected to the main control box at the top of the tower, so that the ventilation slot at the bottom of the base plate records the tail wave frequency of the impeller, so as to provide visual support for wind turbine operation and maintenance. During installation, the steel strand is first passed through the through hole in the side connecting plate to strengthen the stability of the mounting plate installation position. Then, the limit rod in the top fixing head is placed at the installation position at the top of the tower, and the bolt is connected to the mounting hole to fix the mounting plate. Then, the outer sleeve head on the left and right sides of the top plate of the base plate is connected to the mounting hole so that the monitoring equipment is installed at the front end of the mounting plate, which further increases the stability of the monitoring equipment installation. The mounting plate makes the installation of the base plate simpler and strengthens the monitoring equipment in the high-altitude installation state, realizing the function of easy installation and fixing.

[0017] (2) By setting up a support, solar panel, movable plate, through groove, power line, storage battery, and circuit board, the monitoring equipment mainly records the wind turbine impeller through the probe and then transmits the signal. The solar panel on the support at the top of the top plate absorbs solar energy and converts solar energy into electrical energy through the power line inside the through groove. The circuit board inside the storage battery is connected to the power line so that the circuit board can store electrical energy in the storage battery. The movable plate isolates the electrical components inside the through groove to prevent the monitoring equipment from being temporarily powered off due to accidents, which would cause the probe to stop recording. The monitoring equipment is more flexible and more applicable, and realizes the function of free energy storage.

[0018] (3) The detector head at the bottom of the base plate is electrically connected to the main control box at the top of the tower by means of heat conduction plate, inner groove, heat sink, and fins. When in use, the monitoring equipment itself will generate heat. The heat inside the monitoring equipment is concentrated by the heat conduction plate on the left and right sides of the base plate. The heat conduction plate and the heat sink are connected. Finally, the heat is dissipated through the heat sink connected by the fins, preventing heat from accumulating inside the power supply shell and causing damage to the monitoring equipment. This reduces the heat accumulation when the monitoring equipment is in use, further enhances the heat dissipation effect, and realizes the function of improving heat dissipation. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a front view structural diagram of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a magnified top view of the sliding sleeve structure of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a front view structural diagram of the base plate of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 4This is a side view enlarged structural diagram of the side fixing strip of this utility model.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Base plate; 2. Power supply casing; 3. Ventilation slot; 4. Probe head; 5. Top plate; 6. Wiring connector; 7. Mounting plate; 8. Side connecting plate; 9. Through hole; 10. Fixing head; 11. Limiting rod; 12. Outer sleeve head; 13. Mounting hole; 14. Support; 15. Solar panel; 16. Movable plate; 17. Through slot; 18. Power cord; 19. Cover; 20. Circuit board; 21. Heat-conducting plate; 22. Inner groove; 23. Heat sink; 24. Fin. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0025] Example: Please refer to Figure 1-4 A tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance includes a base plate 1, a power supply housing 2 fixedly connected to the front end of the base plate 1, multiple ventilation slots 3 inside the power supply housing 2, a probe head 4 fixedly connected to the bottom end of the base plate 1, a top plate 5 fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the top end of the base plate 1, a wiring head 6 fixedly connected to the rear of the top plate 5, and a plate-shaped component for easy installation at the rear end of the base plate 1.

[0026] Please see Figure 1-4 A tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance also includes a plate-shaped component. The plate-shaped component includes a mounting plate 7, which is located at the rear end of the base plate 1. Side connecting plates 8 are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the mounting plate 7, respectively. The side connecting plates 8 have four sets of through holes 9 inside. A fixing head 10 is fixedly connected to the top of the side connecting plates 8. A limit rod 11 is fixedly connected inside the fixing head 10. An outer sleeve head 12 is fixedly connected to the outside of the limit rod 11. An installation hole 13 is fixedly connected to the top of the inside of the limit rod 11.

[0027] The horizontal center lines of the mounting plate 7 and the base plate 1 coincide. The side connecting plates 8 are symmetrically distributed about the vertical center line of the mounting plate 7. The through holes 9 are arranged at equal intervals. The outer sleeve head 12 is connected to the top plate 5. The vertical center lines of the limiting rod 11 and the fixing head 10 coincide. The external shape and size of the limiting rod 11 are compatible with the internal shape and size of the outer sleeve head 12.

[0028] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the video monitoring equipment consists of a base plate 1 and a power supply housing 2. The terminal block 6 at the top of the base plate 1 is electrically connected to the main control box at the top of the tower, so that the ventilation slot 3 at the bottom of the base plate 1 records the tail wave frequency of the impeller, providing visual support for wind turbine operation and maintenance. During installation, the steel strand is first passed through the through hole 9 in the side connecting plate 8 to enhance the stability of the mounting plate 7. Then, the limiting rod 11 in the fixing head 10 at the top of the 8 is placed at the installation position on the top of the tower, and the bolts are connected to the mounting hole 13 to fix the mounting plate 7. Then, the outer sleeve head 12 on both sides of the top plate 5 at the top of the base plate 1 is connected to the mounting hole 13 so that the monitoring equipment is installed on the front end of the mounting plate 7, which further increases the stability of the monitoring equipment installation. The mounting plate 7 makes the installation of the base plate 1 simpler.

[0029] Supports 14 are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the top of the top plate 5. A solar panel 15 is installed at the top of the support 14. A through groove 17 is fixedly connected to the upper part of the bottom plate 1. A movable plate 16 is movably connected to the front end of the through groove 17. A battery cover 19 is installed inside the through groove 17. Power lines 18 are movably connected to the left and right sides of the battery cover 19. A circuit board 20 is fixedly connected inside the battery cover 19. The vertical center lines of the solar panel 15 and the bottom plate 1 coincide. The solar panel 15, power lines 18 and circuit board 20 are electrically connected. The movable plate 16 and the through groove 17 are hinged.

[0030] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the monitoring equipment mainly records the wind turbine impeller through the probe 4 and then transmits the signal. The solar panel 15 on the support 14 at the top of the top plate 5 absorbs solar energy and converts the solar energy into electrical energy through the power line 18 inside the channel 17. The circuit board 20 inside the battery 19 is connected to the power line 18 so that the circuit board 20 can store electrical energy in the battery 19. The movable plate 16 isolates the electrical components inside the channel 17 to prevent the monitoring equipment from being interrupted by a temporary power outage due to an accident. The monitoring equipment is more flexible in use.

[0031] Heat-conducting plates 21 are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the base plate 1, and inner grooves 22 are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the heat-conducting plates 21. Multiple sets of heat sinks 23 are welded to the end of the inner grooves 22 away from the base plate 1. Fins 24 are fixedly connected between the multiple sets of heat sinks 23. The heat sinks 23 are arranged at equal intervals, and there is a distance between the heat sinks 23 and the side connecting plate 8.

[0032] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown, the probe 4 at the bottom of the base plate 1 is electrically connected to the main control box at the top of the tower. During use, the monitoring equipment itself generates heat. The heat inside the monitoring equipment is concentrated by the heat conduction plates 21 on the left and right sides of the base plate 1. The heat conduction plates 21 are connected to the heat sinks 23. Finally, the heat is dissipated through the heat sinks 23 connected by fins 24, preventing heat from accumulating inside the power supply casing 2 and damaging the monitoring equipment, thus reducing the heat accumulation during the use of the monitoring equipment.

[0033] Working Principle: In use, the video monitoring device consists of a base plate 1 and a power supply housing 2. The connector 6 at the top of the base plate 1 is electrically connected to the main control box at the top of the tower, allowing the ventilation slot 3 at the bottom of the base plate 1 to record the tail-end fluctuation frequency of the impeller, providing visual support for wind turbine operation and maintenance. During installation, the steel strand is first passed through the through hole 9 in the side connecting plate 8 to enhance the stability of the mounting plate 7. Then, the limiting rod 11 in the fixing head 10 at the top of the 8 is placed at the installation position on the top of the tower, and bolts are inserted into the mounting holes 13 to fix the mounting plate 7. The outer sleeves 12 on both sides of the top plate 5 at the top of the base plate 1 are then connected to the mounting holes 13, allowing the monitoring device to be installed on the front end of the mounting plate 7, further increasing the stability of the monitoring device installation. The mounting plate 7 simplifies the installation of the base plate 1. The monitoring device mainly records the wind turbine impeller through the probe 4 and then transmits the signal. Solar energy is absorbed by the solar panel 15 on the support 14 at the top of the top plate 5, and converted into electrical energy by the power line 18 inside the through slot 17. The circuit board 20 inside the battery 19 is connected to the power line 18 so that the circuit board 20 can store electrical energy in the battery 19. The various electrical components inside the through slot 17 are isolated by the movable plate 16 to prevent the monitoring equipment from being temporarily powered off due to accidents, which would cause the recording of the probe 4 to stop. The monitoring equipment is more flexible in use. The probe 4 at the bottom of the base plate 1 is electrically connected to the main control box at the top of the tower. When in use, the monitoring equipment itself will generate heat. The heat is concentrated inside the monitoring equipment by the heat conduction plates 21 on the left and right sides of the base plate 1. The heat conduction plates 21 are connected to the heat sinks 23. Finally, the heat is dissipated through the heat sinks 23 connected by fins 24, preventing heat from accumulating inside the power supply casing 2 and damaging the monitoring equipment, and reducing the heat accumulation when the monitoring equipment is in use.

[0034] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered illustrative and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance, comprising a base plate (1), characterized in that: The front end of the base plate (1) is fixedly connected to a power supply housing (2), and the interior of the power supply housing (2) is provided with multiple sets of ventilation slots (3). The bottom end of the base plate (1) is fixedly connected to a probe head (4), and the left and right sides of the top of the base plate (1) are respectively fixedly connected to a top plate (5). The rear of the top plate (5) is fixedly connected to a wiring head (6), and the rear end of the base plate (1) is provided with a plate-shaped component that is easy to install. The plate-shaped assembly includes a mounting plate (7), which is disposed at the rear end of the base plate (1). Side connecting plates (8) are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the mounting plate (7). The side connecting plates (8) have four sets of through holes (9) inside. A fixing head (10) is fixedly connected to the top of the side connecting plate (8). A limiting rod (11) is fixedly connected inside the fixing head (10). An outer sleeve head (12) is fixedly connected to the outside of the limiting rod (11). A mounting hole (13) is fixedly connected to the top of the inside of the limiting rod (11).

2. The tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that: The horizontal center lines of the mounting plate (7) and the base plate (1) coincide, and the side connecting plates (8) are symmetrically distributed about the vertical center line of the mounting plate (7).

3. The tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that: The through holes (9) are arranged at equal intervals, and the outer sleeve head (12) is connected to the top plate (5).

4. The tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vertical center lines of the limiting rod (11) and the fixing head (10) coincide, and the external shape and size of the limiting rod (11) are compatible with the internal shape and size of the outer sleeve head (12).

5. The tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that: Supports (14) are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the top of the top plate (5). A solar panel (15) is provided at the top of the support (14). A through groove (17) is fixedly connected to the upper part of the bottom plate (1). A movable plate (16) is movably connected to the front end of the through groove (17). A battery cover (19) is provided inside the through groove (17). Power lines (18) are movably connected to the left and right sides of the battery cover (19). A circuit board (20) is fixedly connected inside the battery cover (19).

6. The tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance according to claim 5, characterized in that: The vertical center lines of the solar panel (15) and the base plate (1) coincide. The solar panel (15), the power cord (18) and the circuit board (20) are electrically connected. The movable plate (16) and the through groove (17) are hinged.

7. The tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that: Heat-conducting plates (21) are fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the base plate (1), and inner grooves (22) are fixedly connected to the upper and lower ends of the heat-conducting plates (21). Multiple sets of heat sinks (23) are welded to one end of the inner groove (22) away from the base plate (1), and fins (24) are fixedly connected between the multiple sets of heat sinks (23).

8. The tower clearance monitoring device for wind turbine generator operation and maintenance according to claim 7, characterized in that: The heat sinks (23) are arranged at equal intervals, and there is a distance between the heat sinks (23) and the side connecting plate (8).