Photovoltaic module glass transmission structure

By using air-floating plates and power wheels in the photovoltaic glass transmission structure, combined with negative and positive pressure air hole design, the problem of easy damage to photovoltaic glass transmission was solved, achieving a more stable and faster transmission process and reducing the scrap rate.

CN223619740UActive Publication Date: 2025-12-02TUNGHSU TECH GRP CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422989380.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-04
Publication Date
2025-12-02
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-04

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Technical Problem

Existing photovoltaic glass transmission platforms are prone to damage to photovoltaic glass during transmission, resulting in a high scrap rate and unstable transmission process.

Method used

The air-floating plate is equipped with multiple accommodating holes and a drive wheel inside. The contact surface between the drive wheel and the photovoltaic glass increases the static friction. Combined with the design of negative and positive pressure air holes, the adhesion is increased and the friction is reduced, forming an air film to reduce resistance.

Benefits of technology

It improves the stability and speed of photovoltaic glass transmission, reduces the risk of damage, reduces the scrap rate, and saves on guiding devices.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a photovoltaic module glass transmission structure. The photovoltaic module glass transmission structure comprises an air floating plate; a plurality of accommodating holes are formed in the air floating plate, and a power wheel is rotationally arranged in each accommodating hole; the upper edge of the power wheel is higher than that of the air floating plate; a plurality of air holes vertically penetrate through the air floating plate; the air holes are distributed in the whole cross section of the air floating plate; the air holes comprise negative pressure air holes and positive pressure air holes, the air holes distributed around the containing hole are the negative pressure air holes, and the other air holes are the positive pressure air holes. The photovoltaic glass is conveyed above the air floating plate through rotation of the power wheel, and the negative pressure air holes are formed in the periphery of the power wheel, so that the photovoltaic glass is prevented from deviating in other directions due to external force or inertia factors in the conveying process; meanwhile, the positive pressure air holes are formed in other positions of the air floating plate, on one hand, the resistance in the conveying process caused by the self weight of the photovoltaic glass is reduced, the conveying speed of the photovoltaic glass is higher, on the other hand, friction between the photovoltaic glass and the air floating plate is avoided, and the damage risk is reduced.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of glass transmission technology, and in particular to a glass transmission structure for photovoltaic modules. Background Technology

[0002] This equipment, used for transporting photovoltaic (PV) glass substrates and as a testing platform, is applied to the automated assembly and testing of tempered glass in PV modules. With the development of the industry and advancements in glass technology, the thickness of surface PV module glass is becoming increasingly thinner, placing higher demands on the stability and integrity of its transport process. Compared to previous PV glass transport methods, this process is more prone to structural damage, unstable, and subject to wear, dust generation, and vibration, resulting in a higher scrap rate during the PV glass production and assembly stage.

[0003] The utility model patent with application number "202121529379.7" and patent name "an air-floating transmission platform for photovoltaic glass coating" and publication date "2021.12.28" discloses an air-floating transmission platform. However, with the increasingly thin photovoltaic glass, the damage rate during transmission is relatively high.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a photovoltaic module glass transmission structure to improve the stability of photovoltaic glass transmission, reduce the scrap rate of photovoltaic glass during transmission, and lower the production and assembly costs for enterprises. Utility Model Content

[0005] One of the technical problems this application aims to solve is: addressing the issue that existing photovoltaic glass transmission platforms are prone to damaging photovoltaic glass during transmission.

[0006] To address the aforementioned technical problems, embodiments of this application provide a photovoltaic module glass transmission structure, including an air-floating plate;

[0007] The air flotation plate has multiple receiving holes, and a drive wheel is rotatably installed in each receiving hole. The rolling direction of the drive wheel is parallel to the transmission direction; the upper edge of the drive wheel is higher than the upper edge of the air flotation plate.

[0008] The air flotation plate has multiple air holes running through its top and bottom; the air holes cover the entire cross-section of the air flotation plate; the air holes include negative pressure air holes and positive pressure air holes, of which the air holes distributed around the receiving hole are negative pressure air holes, and the remaining air holes are positive pressure air holes.

[0009] In some embodiments, the plurality of receiving holes are arranged in multiple rows and columns.

[0010] In some embodiments, at least two receiving holes are included in the same row, and the line connecting the centers of the receiving holes in the same row is parallel to the transmission direction.

[0011] In some embodiments, at least two receiving holes are included in the same column, and the line connecting the centers of the receiving holes in the same column is perpendicular to the transmission direction.

[0012] In some embodiments, each column of receiving holes includes the same number of receiving holes, and each row of receiving holes also includes the same number of receiving holes.

[0013] In some embodiments, the negative pressure vents are evenly arranged in the area where the longitudinal direction of the same row of receiving holes is directly opposite.

[0014] In some embodiments, positive pressure vents are evenly arranged between the areas where each row of receiving vents is longitudinally aligned.

[0015] In some embodiments, the spacing between two adjacent columns of receiving holes is less than the length of the photovoltaic glass, and the spacing between two adjacent rows of receiving holes is less than the width of the photovoltaic glass.

[0016] In some embodiments, the drive wheel is made of antistatic silicone rubber.

[0017] Through the above technical solution, this application provides a photovoltaic module glass transmission structure that transmits photovoltaic glass above an air-float plate via a rotating drive wheel. Negative pressure air holes are arranged around the drive wheel to draw in downward airflow, increasing the adhesion between the photovoltaic glass and the drive wheel. The increased contact area between the drive wheel and the photovoltaic glass due to compression enhances the static friction between them, preventing deviation of the photovoltaic glass in other directions during transmission due to external forces or inertia. Compared to traditional methods, this method saves on guiding devices. Simultaneously, positive pressure air holes are arranged at other locations on the air-float plate to allow upward-blowing airflow, forming an air film between the photovoltaic glass and the air-float plate. This reduces resistance during transmission due to the photovoltaic glass's own weight, resulting in faster transmission speeds, and also prevents friction between the photovoltaic glass and the air-float plate, reducing the risk of damage. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a top view schematic diagram of a photovoltaic module glass transmission structure disclosed in an embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a photovoltaic module glass transmission structure disclosed in an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0022] 1. Air flotation plate; 2. Reception hole; 3. Power wheel; 4. Air hole; 401. Negative pressure air hole; 402. Positive pressure air hole. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The embodiments of this application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples. The detailed description of the following embodiments and the accompanying drawings are used to illustrate the principles of this application by way of example, but should not be used to limit the scope of this application. This application can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

[0024] These embodiments are provided to make the application thorough and complete, and to fully express the scope of the application to those skilled in the art. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement of components and steps, material composition, numerical expressions, and values ​​illustrated in these embodiments should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limiting.

[0025] It should be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more; the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientation or positional relationship, are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application. When the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0026] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this application do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different parts. "Vertical" is not strictly vertical, but within the permissible margin of error. "Parallel" is not strictly parallel, but within the permissible margin of error. Terms such as "including" or "contains" mean that the element preceding the word encompasses the element listed after it, and do not exclude the possibility of encompassing other elements as well.

[0027] It should also be noted that, in the description of this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application depending on the specific circumstances. When a specific device is described as being located between a first device and a second device, an intermediary device may or may not be present between the specific device and the first or second device.

[0028] All terms used in this application have the same meaning as understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains, unless otherwise specifically defined. It should also be understood that terms defined in general dictionaries should be interpreted as having meanings consistent with their meanings in the context of the relevant art, and not as idealized or highly formalized, unless expressly defined herein.

[0029] Techniques, methods, and equipment known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, they should be considered part of the specification.

[0030] like Figures 1-2As shown, a photovoltaic module glass transport structure includes an air-float plate 1, which serves as the supporting part of the entire structure. Multiple receiving holes 2 are formed on the air-float plate 1, and a drive wheel 3 is rotatably installed in each receiving hole 2. The drive wheel 3 is driven by a motor to rotate. The rolling direction of the drive wheel 3 is parallel to the transport direction, and the upper edge of the drive wheel 3 is higher than the upper edge of the air-float plate 1. In use, the photovoltaic glass is placed above the drive wheel 3 of the air-float plate 1. Because the upper edge of the drive wheel 3 is higher than the upper edge of the air-float plate 1, the photovoltaic glass is pressed against the drive wheel 3, and the photovoltaic glass is transported by the static friction between the drive wheel 3 and the photovoltaic glass. Multiple air holes 4 are formed vertically through the air-float plate 1, covering the entire cross-section of the air-float plate 1. The air holes 4 include negative pressure air holes 401 and positive pressure air holes 402, used to provide positive or negative pressure for use during the photovoltaic glass transport process. In this embodiment, to avoid vibration or positive pressure air blowing during the transmission of the photovoltaic glass, the air holes 4 distributed around the receiving hole 2 are set as negative pressure air holes 401, drawing in air downwards and generating suction to pull the photovoltaic glass towards the air flotation plate 1. This creates a negative pressure airflow near the power wheel 3, increasing the adhesion between the photovoltaic glass and the power wheel 3. This force is the attraction caused by the negative pressure. The contact surface between the power wheel 3 and the photovoltaic glass increases due to compression, increasing the static friction between them. This prevents the photovoltaic glass from deviating in other directions during transmission due to external forces or inertia, saving on guiding devices compared to traditional methods. Furthermore, the air holes 4 at other locations on the air flotation plate 1 are set as positive pressure air holes 402, allowing upward-blown airflow to enter, creating a positive pressure area between the power wheels 3. This forms an air film between the photovoltaic glass and the air flotation plate 1, reducing the resistance during transmission caused by the photovoltaic glass's own weight, resulting in faster transmission speed. It also avoids friction between the photovoltaic glass and the air flotation plate 1, reducing the risk of damage.

[0031] In other specific embodiments, in addition to the above-mentioned technical features, to make the photovoltaic glass transmission process more stable, the multiple receiving holes 2 are arranged in multiple rows and columns. Each row includes at least two receiving holes 2, and the line connecting the centers of all receiving holes 2 in the same row is parallel to the transmission direction. Each column includes at least two receiving holes 2, and the line connecting the centers of all receiving holes 2 in the same column is perpendicular to the transmission direction. Each column and each row contains the same number of receiving holes 2. Since each receiving hole 2 is equipped with a drive wheel 3, a neatly arranged, aligned drive wheel 3 is formed, resulting in balanced force distribution and reduced skewness when the drive wheel 3 rotates to transmit the photovoltaic glass. This application provides a specific embodiment where the receiving holes 2 are arranged in two rows and two columns, with two receiving holes 2 in each row and two receiving holes 2 in each column.

[0032] To more accurately define the arrangement positions of the negative pressure vents 401 and positive pressure vents 402, further details are provided in some specific embodiments. In addition to the aforementioned technical features, in this specific embodiment, the negative pressure vents 401 are uniformly arranged within the longitudinally opposite area of ​​the same row of receiving holes 2. That is, the negative pressure vents 401 are positioned within the longitudinally opposite area of ​​each row of receiving holes 2, ensuring that the suction force generated by the negative pressure vents 401 on the photovoltaic glass is directly above the power wheel 3. This position, supported by the power wheel 3, prevents the photovoltaic glass from bending or deforming downwards. The positive pressure vents 402 are uniformly arranged between the longitudinally opposite areas of each row of receiving holes 2. That is, excluding the longitudinally opposite areas of each row of receiving holes 2 on the air-float plate 1, the uniform arrangement of the positive pressure vents 402 provides an upward thrust to the photovoltaic glass. This reduces the resistance during transmission caused by the photovoltaic glass's own weight, resulting in faster transmission speed. Furthermore, it avoids friction between the photovoltaic glass and the air-float plate 1, reducing the risk of damage.

[0033] To ensure the stability of transmission, the photovoltaic glass has at least two rows and two columns of drive wheels 3 under it. The spacing between two adjacent columns of receiving holes 2 is less than the length of the photovoltaic glass, and the spacing between two adjacent rows of receiving holes 2 is less than the width of the photovoltaic glass.

[0034] In addition, the power wheel 3 is made of anti-static silicone rubber, which increases the static friction between it and the photovoltaic glass and prevents scratches on the photovoltaic glass.

[0035] The embodiments of this application have now been described in detail. To avoid obscuring the concept of this application, some details known in the art have not been described. Those skilled in the art can fully understand how to implement the technical solutions disclosed herein based on the above description.

[0036] While specific embodiments of this application have been described in detail by way of examples, those skilled in the art should understand that the above examples are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can be made to the above embodiments or equivalent substitutions can be made to some technical features without departing from the scope and spirit of this application. In particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, the various technical features mentioned in the embodiments can be combined in any manner.

Claims

1. A photovoltaic module glass transmission structure, characterized in that, It includes an air flotation plate (1); the air flotation plate (1) has multiple receiving holes (2), and each receiving hole (2) is rotatably provided with a power wheel (3), the rolling direction of the power wheel (3) is parallel to the transmission direction; the upper edge of the power wheel (3) is higher than the upper edge of the air flotation plate (1); The air flotation plate (1) has multiple air holes (4) running through it vertically; the air holes (4) cover the entire cross-section of the air flotation plate (1); the air holes (4) include negative pressure air holes (401) and positive pressure air holes (402), wherein the air holes (4) distributed around the receiving hole (2) are the negative pressure air holes (401), and the remaining air holes (4) are the positive pressure air holes (402); The plurality of accommodating holes (2) are arranged in multiple rows and columns; The negative pressure air holes (401) are evenly arranged in the same row of the receiving holes (2) in the area directly opposite each other in the longitudinal direction; The positive pressure vents (402) are evenly arranged between the longitudinally opposite areas of each column of the receiving holes (2).

2. The photovoltaic module glass transmission structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The same row includes at least two of the accommodating holes (2), and the line connecting the centers of each accommodating hole (2) in the same row is parallel to the transmission direction.

3. The photovoltaic module glass transmission structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The same column includes at least two of the accommodating holes (2), and the line connecting the centers of each accommodating hole (2) in the same column is perpendicular to the transmission direction.

4. The photovoltaic module glass transmission structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The number of accommodating holes (2) in each column is the same, and the number of accommodating holes (2) in each row is also the same.

5. The photovoltaic module glass transmission structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The spacing between two adjacent columns of the receiving holes (2) is less than the length of the photovoltaic glass, and the spacing between two adjacent rows of the receiving holes (2) is less than the width of the photovoltaic glass.

6. The photovoltaic module glass transmission structure according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The power wheel (3) is made of antistatic silicone rubber.

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