Tower mounting platform

Abstract

The utility model relates to a tower mounting platform used for tower mounting, a tower comprises a plurality of supporting columns, the tower mounting platform comprises at least one operation platform assembly, the operation platform assembly comprises an operation platform and a suspension mechanism, the suspension mechanism is detachably connected with the supporting columns, and the operation platform is hoisted to the supporting columns through the suspension mechanism; at least part of the operation platform extends in the circumferential direction of the supporting column and surrounds the supporting column. The tower mounting platform is simple in structure, convenient to operate, high in stability and capable of improving construction safety.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of wind power generation technology, and in particular to a tower mounting platform. Background Technology

[0002] Existing wind turbine generators and other tall mechanical structures typically include towers to support the nacelle, rotor, or other components at a predetermined height. These towers themselves are usually quite tall. During tower installation, a work platform is needed to provide stable support for workers. However, existing work platforms are often directly integrated into the tower, such as at tower section connections. Workers reach the work platform by climbing ladders, which results in low platform stability, poor safety, and inconvenient installation, negatively impacting the overall tower installation efficiency.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a tower installation platform that is easy to install and has high stability. Utility Model Content

[0004] This application provides a tower installation platform designed to address issues such as low stability and poor safety.

[0005] According to an embodiment of this application, a tower installation platform is provided. The tower includes multiple support columns, and the tower installation platform includes at least one operating platform component. The operating platform component includes an operating platform and a suspension mechanism. The suspension mechanism is detachably connected to the support columns, and the operating platform is suspended from the support columns by the suspension mechanism. The operating platform extends at least partially along the circumference of the support columns and is arranged around the support columns.

[0006] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, the operating platform includes a main body and a movable part. The main body extends circumferentially along the support column, and the movable part is movably connected to the main body. After the movable part moves and unfolds relative to the main body, it together with the main body hugs the support column.

[0007] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, both the movable part and the main body extend at least partially along the circumferential direction of the support column, one end of the movable part is slidably connected to the main body, and the movable part has a degree of freedom of movement relative to the main body in the circumferential direction of the support column.

[0008] According to one aspect of the present application, the main body is provided with a relief cavity and a insertion cavity at opposite ends of the support column in the circumferential direction, and one end of the movable part is movably disposed in the relief cavity and configured such that the movable part can be moved to the opposite end and inserted into the insertion cavity.

[0009] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, the main body and the support column are further detachably connected by a connector.

[0010] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, the tower installation platform includes multiple operating platform components, and the operating platform components are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the support columns.

[0011] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, the installation platform further includes a connecting component, and adjacent operating platforms are connected by the connecting component to form a complete tower installation platform.

[0012] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, the dimensions of the connecting component are adjustable in its own extending direction.

[0013] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, an expandable and retractable supplementary support component is further provided between adjacent operating platforms, and the adjacent operating platforms are connected through the expandable supplementary support component.

[0014] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, between two adjacent operating platforms, one of the operating platforms is provided with a supplementary support component, and the unfolded supplementary support component overlaps with the adjacent operating platform; or, between two adjacent operating platforms, both operating platforms are provided with supplementary support components, and the unfolded two supplementary support components overlap each other.

[0015] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, the supplementary support component includes a first driving member and a support plate, the support plate being rotatably connected to the operating platform, and the first driving member being capable of driving the support plate to rotate relative to the operating platform to unfold or retract.

[0016] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, the suspension mechanism includes a suspension body and a first sling, the suspension body is detachably mounted on a support column, and the operating platform is connected to the suspension body via the first sling.

[0017] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, the suspension mechanism further includes a second driving member, which is used to drive the first sling to move so as to move the operating platform along the support column in a direction closer to or away from the suspension body.

[0018] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, at least two second slings are further connected between the suspension body and the operating platform, and the second slings are distributed on both sides of the first sling.

[0019] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, the suspension body includes a first sub-part and a second sub-part, one end of the first sub-part is rotatably connected to one end of the second sub-part, and the other end of the first sub-part is detachably connected to the other end of the second sub-part. The first sub-part and the second sub-part can be connected in a ring and surround the support column.

[0020] According to one aspect of the embodiments of this application, a guide member is also provided on the end of the suspension body facing away from the operating platform. The guide member has an inclined guide surface on the side facing the support column. One end of the guide surface is connected to the suspension body, and the other end is inclined to the side away from the support column.

[0021] This application provides a tower installation platform for installing a tower with multiple support columns. The tower installation platform includes at least one operating platform assembly. The suspension mechanism in the operating platform assembly is detachably connected to the support columns, and the operating platform is suspended from the support columns via the suspension mechanism. This allows for convenient connection between the operating platform and the tower support columns, improving construction efficiency. Furthermore, the operating platform extends at least partially along the circumference of the support columns and is arranged around them, further defining the relative position between the operating platform and the support columns, thereby improving the stability of the operating platform. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The features, advantages, and technical effects of exemplary embodiments of this application will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a tower mounting platform provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an operating platform provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an operating platform provided in another embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a tower mounting platform provided in another embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 5 yes Figure 4 A magnified view of region P in the middle;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the suspension mechanism provided in one embodiment of this application.

[0029] in:

[0030] 100 - Tower installation platform; 200 - Tower;

[0031] 10 - Operating platform component; 20 - Connection component; 30 - Supplementary load-bearing component; 40 - Support column;

[0032] 11-Operating platform; 12-Suspension mechanism; 31-First driving component; 32-Bearing plate;

[0033] 111-Main body; 112-Moving part; 113-Relief cavity; 114-Intercepting cavity; 121-Suspension body; 122-First sling; 123-Second driving member; 124-First sub-part; 125-Second sub-part; 126-Guide member; 127-Guide surface.

[0034] In the accompanying drawings, the same parts use the same reference numerals. The drawings are not drawn to scale. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The features and exemplary embodiments of various aspects of this application will now be described in detail. To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only configured to explain this application and are not configured to limit this application. For those skilled in the art, this application can be implemented without some of these specific details. The following description of the embodiments is merely to provide a better understanding of this application by illustrating examples of this application.

[0036] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising..." does not exclude the presence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0037] It should be understood that when describing the structure of a component, when referring to a layer or region as being "above" or "on top of" another layer or region, it can mean that it is directly above the other layer or region, or that it contains other layers or regions between it and the other layer or region. Furthermore, if the component is flipped over, that layer or region will be located "below" or "under" the other layer or region.

[0038] It should be understood that although the terms "first" and "second" may be used to describe the form of the display device in the embodiments of this application, these forms should not be limited to these terms, which are only used to distinguish these forms from each other. For example, without departing from the scope of the embodiments of this application, the first form may also be referred to as the second form, and similarly, the second form may also be referred to as the first form.

[0039] The features and exemplary embodiments of various aspects of this application will now be described in detail. Furthermore, the features, structures, or characteristics described below may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments.

[0040] In existing wind turbine generator sets, the nacelle and rotor are typically supported by a tower or tower structure to maintain their position at a predetermined height. Because the tower is relatively long in the vertical direction, it is usually constructed using a multi-segment splicing structure. During tower installation, the first segment is connected to the supporting foundation, and then each segment is connected to the previous one until a complete tower is formed. This process requires operators to work at heights to manage the tower segments.

[0041] Taking a lattice or truss-type wind turbine tower as an example, it consists of multiple tower sections. Each section typically forms a triangular or quadrilateral tower shape with 3-4 supporting columns and multiple diagonal braces. The height of each section is set within the range of 10-15 meters, and the sections are connected by flange bolts. The existing installation method involves setting up a fixed working platform on the supporting columns to support construction workers in tightening the bolts during the flange bolt connection process. Installers manually climb to the fixed working platform using ladders set on the supporting columns. Based on this, the inventors discovered that the aforementioned fixed working platform has a small operating space, is unsafe, and requires operators to climb along the tower to reach the working platform, resulting in low construction efficiency and low safety.

[0042] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides a tower installation platform that improves safety and construction efficiency during tower installation.

[0043] It is understood that the following embodiments are only used as an example of applying the tower mounting platform to the installation of wind turbine towers. However, it should be understood that this application is not limited to this and can also be applied to other occasions where it is necessary to install support structures with large height dimensions that are spliced ​​from multiple sections, and to provide protection.

[0044] Furthermore, to better understand this application, the following will be combined with... Figures 1 to 6 The tower installation platform provided in the embodiments of this application will be described in detail.

[0045] Please refer to the following: Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a tower mounting platform provided in one embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an operating platform provided in one embodiment of this application.

[0046] This application provides a tower mounting platform 100 for mounting a tower 200. The tower 200 includes a plurality of support columns 40. The tower mounting platform 100 includes at least one operating platform assembly 10. The operating platform assembly 10 includes an operating platform 11 and a suspension mechanism 12. The suspension mechanism 12 is detachably connected to the support columns 40. The operating platform 11 is suspended from the support columns 40 by the suspension mechanism 12. The operating platform 11 extends at least partially along the circumference of the support columns 40 and is arranged around the support columns 40.

[0047] The tower installation platform 100 provided in this application embodiment includes a tower 200 which may be a lattice type or a truss type tower 200. The tower 200 includes multiple support columns 40 as the main support structure and reinforcement components connected between the support columns 40, which may extend along the height direction.

[0048] The tower mounting platform 100 includes at least one operating platform assembly 10, which is correspondingly disposed with one of the support columns 40 of the tower 200. The operating platform assembly 10 includes a suspension mechanism 12 and an operating platform 11. The suspension mechanism 12 is detachably connected to the support column 40 and has high connection strength, capable of bearing the weight of the operating platform 11 as well as the weight of the operators and installation equipment supported by the operating platform 11. The suspension mechanism 12 may be optionally clamped, held, or snapped onto the support column 40 by its own structure, and / or the suspension mechanism 12 may be connected to the support column 40 by fasteners.

[0049] The operating platform 11 is connected to the suspension mechanism 12, for example, via slings, booms, or other components, allowing the operating platform 11 to be suspended below the suspension mechanism 12. The operating platform 11 can be a platform structure with a flat support surface on its top. To improve the safety and reliability of the operating platform 11, auxiliary structures such as guardrails and safety rope suspension points can be installed on its support surface. The operating platform 11 and the suspension mechanism 12 can be detachably connected for easy adjustment and installation.

[0050] Furthermore, the operating platform 11 can be configured to surround the support column 40 of the tower 200, that is, the operating platform 11 can be annular and enclose a cavity to accommodate the support column 40 of the partially erected tower 200. Based on this, the inner surface of the operating platform 11 used to enclose the cavity can have a shape that is the same as or similar to the cross-sectional shape of the support column 40 and a size slightly larger than the cross-sectional shape of the support column 40, so that the relative position of the operating platform 11 to the support column 40 in the radial direction is relatively fixed.

[0051] Optionally, the inner side of the operating platform 11 facing the support column 40 can abut against the support column 40, and anti-slip pads or buffer pads can be provided in the abutment area to increase friction and reduce the possibility of damage to the support column 40.

[0052] The tower mounting platform 100 includes at least one operating platform component 10, that is, the tower mounting platform 100 includes one or more operating platforms 11. In embodiments that include multiple operating platforms 11, the operating platforms 11 can be respectively arranged corresponding to each support column 40, or multiple operating platforms 11 can be arranged around the same support column 40 and located at different height positions, so as to facilitate simultaneous operation at multiple positions.

[0053] Optionally, the operating platform 11 is arranged around the support column 40. To facilitate installation, the operating platform 11 may have a telescopic or movable part, and this part forms an opening communicating with the receiving cavity, so that the operating platform 11 and the support column 40 can be assembled and disassembled through the opening. Alternatively, the operating platform 11 may also be composed of multiple detachable parts, such as multiple arc-shaped structures, with the support column 40 surrounded by detachable connections between the arc-shaped structures.

[0054] By suspending the operating platform 11 using the suspension mechanism 12 and positioning it around the support column 40, the relative position between the operating platform 11 and the support column 40 can be simultaneously limited by the axial and radial directions of the support column 40, thereby improving the stability of the operating platform 11. Furthermore, the suspended operating platform 11 is easy to install and adjust, requires no additional auxiliary supports, and is easy to connect to the support column 40, thus improving construction efficiency.

[0055] Please see Figure 2-3 In some optional embodiments, the operating platform 11 includes a main body 111 and a moving part 112. The main body 111 extends circumferentially along the support column 40, and the moving part 112 is movably connected to the main body 111. After the moving part 112 moves and unfolds relative to the main body 111, it together with the main body 111 hugs the support column 40.

[0056] The operating platform 11 in this embodiment may include a main body 111 and a moving part 112. Both may extend circumferentially along the support column 40 and be movably connected to each other. Alternatively, only the main body 111 may extend circumferentially along the support column 40, with the moving part 112 movably connected to the main body. The moving part 112 may translate or rotate relative to the main body 111. In the circumferential direction of the support column 40, the main body 111 may have an extension dimension greater than or equal to that of the moving part 112 to reduce the driving force required when switching between extended and retracted states.

[0057] To facilitate the assembly and disassembly of the operating platform 11 and the support column 40, the main body 111 is spaced apart at both ends in the circumferential direction to form assembly / disassembly openings. The movable part 112 can switch between a closed assembly / disassembly opening state and an open state by relative movement with the main body 111. In the closed assembly / disassembly opening state, the main body 111 and the movable part 112 together form a ring and encircle the support column 40.

[0058] By providing a movable main body 111 and a movable part 112, the operating platform 11 can be easily connected to the support column 40, further improving construction efficiency.

[0059] In some alternative embodiments, both the moving part 112 and the main body 111 extend at least partially along the circumferential direction of the support column 40, one end of the moving part 112 is slidably connected to the main body 111, and the moving part 112 has a degree of freedom of movement relative to the main body 111 in the circumferential direction of the support column 40.

[0060] Optionally, the movable part 112 and the main body 111 in the operating platform 11 can both extend circumferentially along the support column 40. In embodiments where the support column 40 is circular, the main body 111 and the movable part 112 can both extend in an arc shape, and the circumferential length of the main body 111 can be greater than the circumferential length of the movable part 112 after it is unfolded. When installing the operating platform 11, the main body 111 can be positioned on one side of the support column 40 to partially surround the support column 40. Then, the movable part 112 can be moved to the mounting / dismounting opening to close the mounting / dismounting opening, so that it and the main body 111 together surround the support column 40. When disassembly is required, the movable part 112 moves to the state where the mounting / dismounting opening is open, and the operating platform 11 can be moved along the height direction or directly disassembled from the support column 40.

[0061] Furthermore, the movable part 112 can be slidably connected to the main body 111 and can move along the circumference of the support part. That is, the movable part 112 can be slidably connected to the main body 111 through the connecting components 20 such as slide rails and sliders, and can move along its own extension direction. It can be moved into the main body 111, or moved to one side in the height direction of the main body 111, or moved to the side of the main body 111 that is radially away from the support column 40.

[0062] By making the moving part 112 slidably connected to the main body 111 and having a degree of freedom of movement in the circumferential direction, the moving part 112 can move more smoothly when switching between the closed opening and the open opening state. Furthermore, by setting the moving part 112 to move along the circumferential direction of the support column 40, the overall space occupied by the operating platform 11 after movement can be reduced, thereby reducing the possibility of interference between the operating platform 11 and other components of the tower 200.

[0063] In some optional embodiments, the main body 111 is provided with a clearance cavity 113 and a insertion cavity 114 at opposite ends of the support column 40 in the circumferential direction. One end of the movable part 112 is movably disposed in the clearance cavity 113 and configured such that the movable part 112 can be moved to the opposite end and inserted into the insertion cavity 114. The clearance cavity 113 is used to accommodate at least a portion of the movable part 112 when the disassembly opening is open, and the insertion cavity 114 is used to insert the movable part 112 into the disassembly opening when the movable part 112 closes the disassembly opening.

[0064] Optionally, the insertion cavity 114 and the relief cavity 113 can both extend circumferentially along the support column 40 and form openings at two opposite end faces of the main body 111. The relief cavity 113 may be provided with a slide rail or similar structure for sliding connection with the moving part 112, and the extension dimension of the relief cavity 113 in the circumferential direction of the support column 40 can be greater than or equal to the extension dimension of the moving part 112 in that direction, so that the moving part 112 can be completely accommodated within it.

[0065] Correspondingly, the insertion cavity 114 may be provided with a structure for connecting to or limiting the moving part 112, so as to make the state of the surrounding support column 40 formed by the operating platform 11 more stable and reliable. After the moving part 112 extends out of the relief cavity 113 and moves a certain distance in the circumferential direction, one end of it can be inserted into the insertion cavity 114, and can be optionally engaged or clamped with the structure in the insertion cavity 114, so as to facilitate the subsequent movement of the moving part 112 while forming a connection.

[0066] By providing a clearance cavity 113 to accommodate the movable part 112, the space required for the operating platform 11 itself after the assembly / disassembly opening is opened can be further reduced, thereby further improving the ease of movement and installation of the operating platform 11. At the same time, by inserting one end of the movable part 112 into the insertion cavity 114 on the opposite side, the stability of the relative position between the main body 111 and the movable part 112 can be improved, thereby further improving the reliability of the operating platform 11.

[0067] In some alternative embodiments, the main body 111 and the support column 40 are also detachably connected by a connector.

[0068] Based on the operating platform 11 surrounding the support column 40, the operating platform 11 can be further detachably connected to the support column 40 via connectors. This connection can be made using fasteners such as anchor bolts, or by clamping components, to further improve the stability of the operating platform 11. To facilitate connection operations and avoid interference with the relative movement between the moving part 112 and the main body 111, the connection point between the operating platform 11 and the support column 40 can be located on the main body 111.

[0069] Specifically, a connecting mechanism, such as a connecting hole, may be provided on the side of the main body 111 facing the support column 40 or on the bottom side of the main body 111 in the height direction, to avoid adverse effects on the flatness of the bearing surface of the operating platform 11 at the connection point. Simultaneously, the support column 40 may be correspondingly provided with a connecting mechanism. This connecting mechanism may be directly provided on the support column 40, for example, by providing a threaded hole on the support column 40; or, the connecting mechanism may be connected to the support column 40 and protrude from the support column 40, for example, by welding a connecting mechanism with a connecting hole to a predetermined position on the support column 40.

[0070] By configuring the operating platform 11 to be connected to the support column 40 via a connector, the stability of the connection between the support column 40 and the operating platform 11 can be further improved. At the same time, by setting the connection position of the connector at the main body 111, the structural strength of the connection can be improved, and the connector can be prevented from interfering with the relative movement between the moving part 112 and the main body 111.

[0071] Please see Figure 4 , Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the installation platform provided in another embodiment of this application. In some optional embodiments, the tower installation platform 100 includes a plurality of operating platform components 10, and the operating platform components 10 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the support columns 40.

[0072] In an embodiment where the tower 200 includes multiple support columns 40, the tower installation platform 100 may correspondingly include multiple operating platform components 10, and each operating platform component 10 may be set in a one-to-one correspondence with the support column 40. Each operating platform 11 is used to support personnel who operate the connection to themselves and installation equipment, etc.

[0073] Specifically, multiple operating platform components 10 may have the same or similar structural forms and be respectively set to correspond to each support column 40. When installing the operating platform components 10, the suspension mechanisms 12 in each component can be located at similar heights so that each operating platform 11 can be suspended to the same or similar heights.

[0074] By setting multiple operating platform components 10 corresponding to each support column 40, each support column 40 can be installed and connected from each operating platform 11, avoiding repeated disassembly and installation of the same operating platform component 10, thus improving construction efficiency and reliability.

[0075] Please see Figure 5 , Figure 5 yes Figure 4Enlarged view of region P. In some optional embodiments, the tower mounting platform 100 further includes a connecting component 20, which connects adjacent operating platforms 11 to form a complete tower mounting platform 100.

[0076] In an embodiment with multiple operating platform components 10, the tower mounting platform 100 may further include a connecting component 20 connected between adjacent operating platforms 11. The connecting component 20 is used to connect the various operating platforms 11 to form a whole. This whole structure is arranged around the tower 200, and the operating platform 11 at the position corresponding to the support column 40 surrounds the support column 40, thereby further improving the overall stability of the tower mounting platform 100.

[0077] Optionally, the connecting assembly 20 can be a connecting rod, connecting plate, connecting cable, or other structure capable of positioning around the tower 200 circumference. For ease of installation and transportation, the connecting assembly 20 can be detachably connected to the operating platforms 11 on both sides, or the connecting assembly 20 can be detachably connected to one of the adjacent operating platforms 11 and can be retracted into the other operating platform 11.

[0078] By setting the connecting component 20, the relative position between adjacent operating platforms 11 can be defined based on the operating platform 11 surrounding the support column 40, thereby further reducing the possibility of shaking or collision of the operating platform 11 during suspension use and improving the overall stability of the tower installation platform 100.

[0079] In some alternative embodiments, the dimensions of the connecting component 20 are adjustable in its own extending direction.

[0080] In embodiments with connecting components 20, the length of each connecting component 20 is adjustable to accommodate different spacings between operating platforms 11, thereby enabling the tower mounting platform 100 to be applicable to towers 200 of different sizes and to various height positions with different cross-sectional dimensions of the same tower 200.

[0081] For example, when the connecting component 20 is configured to be a flexible structure such as a steel cable or steel strand, its size can be adjusted by winding. For example, a winding drive structure is set on the operating platform 11, and its length is adjusted by winding or unwinding.

[0082] Alternatively, when the connecting component 20 is configured as a rigid structure such as a support rod, its size can be adjusted by moving it relative to the operating platform 11. For example, after one end is disconnected, at least part of the connecting component 20 is retracted into or to the side / below the operating platform 11.

[0083] Alternatively, when the connecting component 20 is set as a rigid structure such as a support rod, the connecting component 20 itself can also have a telescopic function, such as being set as a hydraulic telescopic rod, an electric telescopic rod, or two sub-rods that adjust the axial dimension through the cooperation of pin holes.

[0084] By making the connecting component 20 adjustable in size, the practicality of the tower mounting platform 100 can be further improved, enabling it to adapt to different sizes of towers 200 or different height positions of towers 200 with different cross-sectional dimensions.

[0085] In some optional embodiments, an expandable and retractable supplementary support component 30 is also provided between adjacent operating platforms 11, and the adjacent operating platforms 11 are connected through the expandable supplementary support component 30.

[0086] Optionally, in embodiments with multiple operating platforms 11, supplementary support components 30 may be provided between adjacent operating platforms 11. These supplementary support components 30 can form a passageway between two adjacent operating platforms 11, facilitating the movement of operators from one operating platform 11 to an adjacent platform, or allowing them to work on the supplementary support components 30. Furthermore, the supplementary support components 30 may have a certain width and structural strength to facilitate personnel passage or work on them. Similar to the operating platforms 11, the supplementary support components 30 may also be equipped with guardrails or safety suspension points to improve safety.

[0087] Furthermore, to facilitate installation and transportation, the supplementary support component 30 can switch between an unfolded and retracted state, for example, by means of folding, rotating or telescopic movement.

[0088] For example, the supplementary support component 30 can be switched between an unfolded state connected to the two operating platforms 11 and a folded state folded to the operating platform 11 by rotation; or, the supplementary support component 30 may be provided with a multi-section support structure and folded to the operating platform 11, for example, a structure combining a scissor telescopic component and a support plate 32; or, the supplementary support component 30 may be similar to the connecting component 20 in that its dimensions are adjustable in its extension direction.

[0089] In some optional embodiments, between two adjacent operating platforms 11, one of the operating platforms 11 is provided with a supplementary support component 30, and the unfolded supplementary support component 30 overlaps with the adjacent operating platform 11; or, between two adjacent operating platforms 11, both operating platforms 11 are provided with supplementary support components 30, and the unfolded two supplementary support components 30 overlap each other.

[0090] Optionally, in an embodiment where only one of the two operating platforms 11 is provided with a supplementary support component 30, the two supplementary support components 30 connected to both sides of the same operating platform 11 can be connected to the two adjacent operating platforms 11 respectively, or the two supplementary support components 30 can be connected to the same operating platform 11.

[0091] For example, in an embodiment where the tower 200 has four support columns 40 arranged in a quadrilateral shape, the tower mounting platform 100 can be correspondingly provided with four operating platform assemblies 10 and four supplementary support assemblies 30. In this case, it is possible to have each operating platform 11 connected to a supplementary support assembly 30, and each supplementary support assembly 30 may be optionally arranged to unfold sequentially in a clockwise direction and overlap with adjacent operating platforms 11. Alternatively, it is possible to have two diagonally arranged operating platforms 11 each connected to two supplementary support assemblies 30 on both sides, and these two supplementary support assemblies 30 unfold and overlap with two operating platforms 11 that do not have supplementary support assemblies 30. Both of the above arrangements enable the operating platforms 11 to be interconnected.

[0092] It is understood that in embodiments where each operating platform 11 is provided with a supplementary support component 30, each operating platform 11 may be provided with two supplementary support components 30 for overlapping with the supplementary support components 30 on adjacent operating platforms on both sides. The length of the supplementary support component 30 may be greater than half the distance between the operating platforms 11 and less than the distance. The two supplementary support components 30 arranged opposite each other overlap to form a passage between adjacent operating platforms 11. Alternatively, the length of the supplementary support component 30 may be greater than the distance between adjacent operating platforms 11. In two adjacent operating platforms 11, the supplementary support component 30 of one overlaps with the other. The two supplementary support components 30 between the two operating platforms 11 may be connected or spaced apart in the radial direction of the tower 200, or optionally, they may be further spliced ​​together.

[0093] By changing the location and structure of the supplementary load-bearing component 30, it can be flexibly adjusted according to the size of the tower 200 and the structural size of the operating platform 11, thereby further improving the practicality of the tower installation platform 100.

[0094] In some alternative embodiments, the supplementary support component 30 includes a first drive member 31 and a support plate 32, the support plate 32 being rotatably connected to the operating platform 11, and the first drive member 31 being able to drive the support plate 32 to rotate relative to the operating platform 11 to expand or retract.

[0095] In an embodiment where a supplementary support component 30 is provided, the supplementary support component 30 may include a first driving member 31 and a support plate 32. The support plate 32 is used to form a connection path between the two operating platforms 11, and the first driving member 31 is used to drive the support plate 32 to switch between an unfolded and retracted state.

[0096] Specifically, the support plate 32 can be rotatably connected to the operating platform 11, and the first driving component 31 can be selected as a hydraulic telescopic rod, an electric telescopic rod, or a combination of a motor and a sling, or a combination of a motor and a rotating shaft, etc. In the unfolded state, the support plate 32 can overlap with an adjacent operating platform 11 or another support plate 32 extending from an adjacent operating platform 11. In the retracted state, the support plate 32 can be flipped and folded to the side of the operating platform 11, or the support plate 32 can be erected.

[0097] Alternatively, in addition to rotating under the drive of the first drive member 31, the support plate 32 can also extend and retract in its own extension direction to further save space when folded up.

[0098] In some alternative embodiments, the support plate 32 may be provided with a connection structure at the end away from the first drive member 31 and the rotation axis, which is used to connect with the adjacent operating platform 11 or the support plate 32 on the opposite side.

[0099] Please see Figure 6 , Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the suspension mechanism provided in one embodiment of this application. In some optional embodiments, the suspension mechanism 12 includes a suspension body 121 and a first sling 122. The suspension body 121 is detachably mounted on the support column 40, and the operating platform 11 is connected to the suspension body 121 via the first sling 122.

[0100] In the tower installation platform 100, the suspension mechanism 12 may include a suspension body 121 and a first sling 122. The first sling 122 may be made of materials such as steel wire rope or synthetic fiber and has high tensile strength, capable of bearing the weight of the operating platform 11, personnel, and installation equipment. The suspension body 121 is mounted on the support column 40, and the two are detachably connected, optionally via anchor bolts, plug-in connections, or clamping connections, enabling it to bear forces along the height direction and possess high load-bearing capacity. The suspension mechanism 12 may be positioned near the top of the tower section of the tower 200, or more preferably at the top flange, to facilitate adjustment of the position of the operating platform 11 below.

[0101] Optionally, each suspension mechanism 12 may include at least one first sling 122. In embodiments where multiple first slings 122 are provided, the multiple first slings 122 connected between the same pair of suspension mechanisms 12 and the operating platform 11 may be connected to different positions on the operating platform 11 respectively, so that the operating platform 11 is stable under force.

[0102] In some embodiments, the suspension body 121 may be equipped with a hook or a ring-shaped lug, and the first sling 122 is suspended on the structure.

[0103] In some optional embodiments, the suspension mechanism 12 further includes a second drive member 123, which drives the first sling 122 to move, thereby moving the operating platform 11 along the support column 40 toward or away from the suspension body 121. The second drive member 123 is used to change the length of the section of the first sling 122 connected between the suspension body 121 and the operating platform 11, thereby raising and lowering the operating platform 11 along the support column 40 of the tower 200.

[0104] Specifically, the second drive unit 123 can be an electric winch, a hoist, or the like. It changes the length of the first sling 122 wound around it by rotating, thereby driving the operating platform 11 to move. The second drive unit 123 can be set on the suspension body 121 or on the operating platform 11, preferably on the larger operating platform 11, to reduce the volume and weight of the suspension body 121.

[0105] This embodiment of the application, by setting a second driving component 123, can conveniently and smoothly realize the lifting and lowering of the operating platform 11, thereby changing the height position of the operating platform 11 accordingly, so that it can correspond to different areas of the tower 200, so that the operators can carry it to perform installation in different areas.

[0106] In some alternative embodiments, at least two second slings are also connected between the suspension body 121 and the operating platform 11, with the second slings distributed on both sides of the first sling 122.

[0107] Optionally, the suspension mechanism 12 may also include two or more second slings, which are also connected between the suspension body 121 and the operating platform 11 to further improve the stability of the connection of the operating platform 11.

[0108] Specifically, the suspension mechanism 12 may include a first sling 122 and two or more second slings. The first sling 122 is connected to the second drive member 123 and is used to lift and lower the operating platform 11. The second slings may have a fixed length and are used to connect the suspension body 121 and the operating platform 11 to fix the operating platform 11 when the operating platform 11 is lifted and lowered to a preset height and needs to be held for a certain period of time.

[0109] Optionally, when connected to the suspension body 121 and the operating platform 11, the multiple second slings can be respectively connected to the connection point of the first sling 122 on opposite sides of the tower 200 circumference, so that the operating platform 11 is subjected to uniform force and is more stable.

[0110] By installing a second sling, the stability and reliability of the operating platform 11 can be further improved.

[0111] In some optional embodiments, the suspension body 121 includes a first sub-part 124 and a second sub-part 125. One end of the first sub-part 124 is rotatably connected to one end of the second sub-part 125, and the other end of the first sub-part 124 is detachably connected to the other end of the second sub-part 125. The first sub-part 124 and the second sub-part 125 can be connected to form a ring and surround the support column 40.

[0112] The suspension body 121 is used to connect with the support column 40, and may include a first sub-part 124 and a second sub-part 125 that are rotatably connected. One end of the two sub-parts is rotatably connected, and the other end is detachably connected, so that the first sub-part 124 and the second sub-part 125 can be connected to form a ring and surround the support column 40. The first sub-part 124 and the second sub-part 125 may both be semi-circular and interlocked. At the detachably connected end, the two sub-parts may be connected by a snap-fit ​​connection, fastener connection, or other connection method to give it high connection strength and the ability to bear a large weight.

[0113] Optionally, at least one of the first sub-part 124 and the second sub-part 125 may be provided with suspension points for suspending the first sling 122 and the second sling. For example, one of the first sub-part 124 and the second sub-part 125 may be provided with multiple suspension points, wherein the main suspension point is used to connect the first sling 122, and the auxiliary suspension points are used to connect the second sling. The multiple auxiliary suspension points may be located on opposite sides of the main suspension point.

[0114] Optionally, when connecting the suspension body 121 to the support column 40, each suspension point is set on the one facing outwards to facilitate connection with the sling.

[0115] Optionally, the suspension body 121 can be pre-connected to each support column 40 of each tower section. When installing the operating platform, it is only necessary to suspend each sling on the suspension body 121. Alternatively, each sling can be pre-suspended on the suspension body 121, and when the operating platform needs to be installed, the suspension body 121 can be installed on the support column 40.

[0116] By providing the suspension body 121 with a first sub-part 124 and a second sub-part 125, the suspension body 121 can be conveniently formed into a structure that surrounds the support column 40 and is detachably connected to the support column 40.

[0117] In some optional embodiments, a guide 126 is also provided on the end of the suspension body 121 facing away from the operating platform 11. The guide 126 has an inclined guide surface 127 on the side facing the support column 40. One end of the guide surface 127 is connected to the suspension body 121, and the other end is inclined away from the support column 40.

[0118] As previously mentioned, the suspension mechanism 12 can be arranged around the support column 40, and in order to ensure the height of the operating platform 11 for easy installation, the suspension mechanism 12 can be arranged near the top of the tower section, so that the suspension body 121 can be arranged around the flange at the connection between the tower sections.

[0119] Based on this, the suspension mechanism 12 may be equipped with a guide 126 for assisting in the alignment and connection of tower segments. The guide 126 has an inclined ramp surface, which can guide the flange of the upper tower segment to align with the flange of the suspension mechanism 12 when the upper tower segment falls, thereby improving the accuracy of alignment between tower segments and further improving construction efficiency.

[0120] The guide member 126 is disposed on the side surface of the suspension body 121 away from the operating platform 11, and is offset from the cavity formed by the suspension body 121 for accommodating the support column 40.

[0121] In the section parallel to the height direction, the cross-sectional shape formed by the guide member 126 can be a triangle, trapezoid, etc., with its inclined side facing the side where the support column 40 is located.

[0122] In some embodiments of this application, the tower 200, due to its large length, is typically composed of multiple tower segments for ease of processing and transportation. During installation, these tower segments are stacked and connected sequentially along the height direction to form a complete tower 200.

[0123] Based on this, the tower installation platform 100 in any of the above embodiments is used as a support to carry operators and equipment required for installation, and to perform installation work at the connection between the two tower sections. By using the tower installation platform 100 in the aforementioned embodiments as a support, the construction efficiency and safety during the installation of the tower 200 can be improved.

[0124] Specifically, the methods for installing towers using the tower installation platform provided above may include:

[0125] S1. Connect the installation platform to the first tower section that has been installed, and make the operating platform close to the top of the first tower section;

[0126] S2. Stack the second tower section to be installed on top of the first tower section;

[0127] S3. Use the operating platform to perform the installation work between the first tower section and the second tower section;

[0128] S4. After the second tower section is connected to the first tower section, the suspension mechanism connected to the first tower section is disassembled and connected to the second tower section; the operating platform is disassembled from the first tower section, and the suspension mechanism is used to pull the operating platform to move it close to the top of the second tower section, and then the operating platform is installed on the second tower section.

[0129] S5. Stack the third tower section to be installed on top of the installed second tower section, and use the operating platform to perform the installation work between the second tower section and the third tower section.

[0130] The installation of all tower sections is completed in this manner.

[0131] In some embodiments of this application, step S1 includes first installing and fixing the first tower section on the foundation structure of the tower 200 to be installed, and then installing each operating platform component onto each support column of the first tower section.

[0132] Optionally, the steps for installing the operating platform assembly onto each support column of the first tower section include: first, installing the suspension mechanism on the top of the first tower section, optionally connecting the suspension mechanism to the flange at the top of the first tower section; then connecting the operating platform connected to the suspension mechanism to the support column so that it surrounds the support column, optionally using anchor bolts or other connectors to further achieve a fixed connection between the operating platform and the support column.

[0133] Optionally, supplementary support components between adjacent operating stations can be opened to connect adjacent operating platforms, thereby forming an installation platform arranged circumferentially along the upper end of the first tower section, so that operators can further expand the operating space adjacently for subsequent operations.

[0134] In some embodiments of this application, step S2 includes hoisting the second tower segment above the first tower segment and aligning it with the first tower segment using a lifting device such as a tower crane or gantry crane, that is, the two tower segments facing each other and with their flange faces facing each other and abutting against each other.

[0135] In some embodiments of this application, step S3 includes an operator positioned on an operating platform, and then performing installation work between the first tower section and the second tower section, including but not limited to the connection of support columns between the first tower section and the second tower section; optionally, the first tower section is placed on the flange at the joint between the first tower section and the second tower section using fasteners or other structures, and tightened to ensure a stable connection between the first tower section and the second tower section.

[0136] In some embodiments of this application, step S4 includes that after the installation work of the second tower section and the first tower section is completed, the construction personnel can leave the operating platform, for example, they can move to the auxiliary support next to it, or they can move to the ladder of the first tower section or the second tower section.

[0137] Then, the suspension mechanism is first removed from the first tower section and installed on the top of the second tower section. In some embodiments, since the suspension body of the suspension mechanism is pre-installed on the top of each tower section, disassembling the suspension mechanism only requires removing the sling connecting the operating platform from the suspension body on the first tower section and then hanging it on the pre-installed suspension body at the top of the second tower section; alternatively, the entire suspension mechanism can be removed from the first tower section and then installed on the second tower section. The disassembly and installation of the suspension mechanism can be carried out using equipment such as drones or manually.

[0138] Furthermore, after the suspension mechanism is installed on the second tower section, the supplementary load-bearing components are retracted, and the operating platform is removed from the first tower section, separating the two from each other. Then, the operating platform is pulled upward by the slings on the suspension mechanism to a position near the top of the second tower section. After each operating platform moves to a position near the top of the second tower section, the operating platform surrounds the support column and is connected to it.

[0139] In some embodiments of this application, step S5 includes hoisting the third tower segment to the top of the second tower segment using equipment such as a tower crane or gantry crane, and using an operating platform to perform installation work between the second tower segment and the third tower segment.

[0140] Repeat steps 1-5 until all tower sections are installed.

[0141] The tower installation method provided in this application has all the beneficial effects of the tower installation platform 100 of the aforementioned tower 200. For details, please refer to the specific description of the tower installation platform 100 in the above embodiments. This embodiment will not repeat the description here.

[0142] It is understood that the above description and details are merely exemplary and explanatory, and do not constitute a limitation on this application. Those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this application without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Thus, if such modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this application and their equivalents, this application also intends to include such modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A tower installation platform for tower installation, wherein the tower includes a plurality of support columns, characterized in that, The tower installation platform includes at least one operating platform component, the operating platform component includes an operating platform and a suspension mechanism, the suspension mechanism is detachably connected to the support column, and the operating platform is suspended from the support column by the suspension mechanism; The operating platform extends at least partially along the circumference of the support column and is arranged around the support column.

2. The tower installation platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The operating platform includes a main body and a movable part. The main body extends circumferentially along the support column. The movable part is movably connected to the main body. After the movable part moves and unfolds relative to the main body, it together with the main body hugs the support column.

3. The tower installation platform according to claim 2, characterized in that, Both the movable part and the main body extend at least partially along the circumferential direction of the support column. One end of the movable part is slidably connected to the main body, and the movable part has a degree of freedom of movement relative to the main body in the circumferential direction of the support column.

4. The tower installation platform according to claim 3, characterized in that, The main body is provided with a relief cavity and a insertion cavity at opposite ends of the support column in the circumferential direction. One end of the movable part is movably disposed in the relief cavity and is configured such that the movable part can be moved to the opposite end and inserted into the insertion cavity.

5. The tower installation platform according to claim 2, characterized in that, The main body and the support column are detachably connected by a connector.

6. The tower installation platform according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, The tower installation platform includes multiple operating platform components, and each operating platform component is configured in a one-to-one correspondence with a support column.

7. The tower installation platform according to claim 6, characterized in that, The installation platform also includes a connecting component, which connects adjacent operating platforms to form a complete tower installation platform.

8. The tower installation platform according to claim 7, characterized in that, The dimensions of the connecting component are adjustable in its extension direction.

9. The tower installation platform according to claim 6, characterized in that, An expandable and retractable supplementary support component is also provided between adjacent operating platforms, and the adjacent operating platforms are connected through the expanded supplementary support component.

10. The tower installation platform according to claim 9, characterized in that, Between two adjacent operating platforms, one of the operating platforms is provided with the supplementary support component, and the unfolded supplementary support component overlaps the adjacent operating platform; Alternatively, between two adjacent operating platforms, each of the two operating platforms is provided with a supplementary support component, and the two extended supplementary support components overlap each other.

11. The tower installation platform according to claim 9, characterized in that, The supplementary support component includes a first driving member and a support plate. The support plate is rotatably connected to the operating platform. The first driving member can drive the support plate to rotate relative to the operating platform to expand or retract.

12. The tower installation platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The suspension mechanism includes a suspension body and a first sling. The suspension body is detachably mounted on the support column, and the operating platform is connected to the suspension body via the first sling.

13. The tower installation platform according to claim 12, characterized in that, The suspension mechanism further includes a second driving member, which drives the first sling to move so that the operating platform moves along the support column toward or away from the suspension body.

14. The tower installation platform according to claim 12 or 13, characterized in that, At least two second slings are also connected between the suspension body and the operating platform, with the second slings distributed on both sides of the first sling.

15. The tower installation platform according to claim 14, characterized in that, The suspension body includes a first sub-part and a second sub-part. One end of the first sub-part is rotatably connected to one end of the second sub-part, and the other end of the first sub-part is detachably connected to the other end of the second sub-part. The first sub-part and the second sub-part can be connected to form a ring and surround the support column.

16. The tower installation platform according to claim 14, characterized in that, A guide is also provided on the end of the suspension body facing away from the operating platform. The guide has an inclined guide surface on the side facing the support column. One end of the guide surface is connected to the suspension body, and the other end is inclined away from the support column.

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