Solar panel cleaning device
By designing an automated solar panel cleaning device, utilizing a transmission system and water spraying function, the problems of low efficiency and safety risks associated with manual cleaning have been solved, achieving efficient and reliable solar panel cleaning and improving power generation efficiency.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520329416.1
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-27
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-10
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-02-27
AI Technical Summary
Existing solar panel cleaning devices mainly rely on manual cleaning, which is inefficient, consumes a lot of manpower, and poses safety risks. Natural rainfall cleaning is highly unpredictable and cannot effectively remove stubborn stains, thus affecting power generation efficiency.
A solar panel cleaning device was designed, comprising a transmission box, a motor, a transmission shaft, a circular gear, track wheels, a brush head, and a spray nozzle. The device achieves automated cleaning through a motor-driven transmission system, and combines a fixing mechanism and a water spraying function to ensure stable fixing and thorough cleaning of the solar panels.
It achieves efficient and automatic cleaning of solar panels, reduces labor costs, improves cleaning reliability and power generation efficiency, reduces safety risks, and avoids water stains.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of solar panel cleaning devices, and in particular to a solar panel cleaning device. Background Technology
[0002] Driven by the strong global demand for clean energy, the solar energy industry has developed rapidly. As a key device for converting solar energy into electricity, solar panels have seen continuous expansion in installation scale, whether in large-scale solar power plants or distributed rooftop solar systems. However, the surface of solar panels is prone to accumulating dust, dirt, bird droppings, and other impurities. These pollutants can significantly reduce the photoelectric conversion efficiency of solar panels. In large-scale solar power plants in desert areas, frequent sandstorms can quickly cover the surface of solar panels with a thick layer of sand. If not cleaned in time, the power generation efficiency will drop sharply. Therefore, efficient solar panel cleaning devices have become an important requirement to ensure the stable and efficient operation of solar energy systems.
[0003] Currently, solar panel cleaning devices on the market mainly consist of cleaning actuators and power and drive systems. Early solar panel cleaning relied primarily on manual labor. Workers had to use cleaning tools with water or detergent to manually wipe the surface of the solar panels. This method was not only inefficient and labor-intensive, but also posed significant safety risks in large-scale solar power plants due to the long hours of work at height. A medium-sized solar power plant might require dozens of workers spending several days to complete a full cleaning, resulting in high labor costs. Furthermore, relying on natural rainfall to clean solar panels presents numerous uncertainties. In arid regions, natural rainfall is insufficient for cleaning. Even in areas with abundant rainfall, rainwater may not completely wash away stubborn stains such as sticky bird droppings or oil stains. Moreover, long-term reliance on natural rainfall for cleaning can lead to water stains remaining on the surface of the solar panels, affecting their appearance and reducing power generation efficiency. Utility Model Content
[0004] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a solar panel cleaning device, which aims to improve the existing technology. In the medium term, solar panel cleaning mainly relies on manual labor. Workers need to use cleaning tools with water or detergent to manually wipe the surface of the solar panels. This method is not only inefficient and consumes a lot of manpower, but also poses a high safety risk in large-scale solar power plants, as manual cleaning requires long-term high-altitude work.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a solar panel cleaning device, comprising a transmission box and a mounting plate. A motor is fixedly connected to the left side of the outer wall of the transmission box, and a transmission shaft is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor. A circular gear is fixedly connected to the bottom of the transmission shaft, and a gear rack is meshed with the outer wall of the circular gear. A track wheel is fixedly connected to the middle of the outer wall of the transmission shaft. The two track wheels are connected by a transmission belt. A fixed shaft is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the right track wheel. A transmission belt is rotatably connected to the top of the outer wall of the fixed shaft. The other end of the transmission belt is rotatably connected to the fixed shaft. A transmission belt is rotatably connected to the bottom of the fixed shaft. The other end of the transmission belt is rotatably connected to the fixed shaft. A fixing mechanism is provided on the top of the mounting plate for fixing the solar panel.
[0006] The above technical solution involves a motor fixedly connected to the left side of the outer wall of the transmission box. The output end of the motor is fixedly connected to the transmission shaft, and a circular gear is fixedly connected to the bottom of the transmission shaft. The outer wall of the circular gear meshes with the gear rack to achieve precise transmission. The other end of the transmission belt is rotatably connected to the fixed shaft, thus forming a complete transmission system. In addition, a fixing mechanism is provided on the top of the mounting plate. This fixing mechanism is specifically used to fix the solar panel and ensure that the solar panel remains stable during operation.
[0007] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0008] The fixing mechanism includes a fixing plate 1. The bottom of the outer walls of multiple fixing plates 1 are fixedly connected to the top perimeter of the mounting plate. A rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the outer walls of multiple fixing plates 1. A threaded sleeve is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating shaft. A threaded shaft is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the threaded sleeve. A locking plate is slidably connected to the outer wall of the threaded shaft. A nut sleeve is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded shaft near its edge. The outer wall of the threaded shaft is in contact with a fixing plate 2.
[0009] Through the above technical solution: the outer walls of multiple fixed plates are rotatably connected by rotating shafts, and the outer walls of these rotating shafts are fixedly connected with threaded sleeves. The inner walls of the threaded sleeves are connected with threaded shafts by threads, and the outer walls of the threaded shafts are designed to be slidably connected to locking plates. The outer walls of the threaded shafts are in close contact with another fixed plate, forming a stable connection.
[0010] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0011] A brush head is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed shaft three, and a spray head is fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the bottom of the transmission box.
[0012] Through the above technical solution: the bottom of the fixed shaft three is designed to be fixedly connected to the brush head. This design allows the brush head to be stably installed on the fixed shaft three and to effectively rotate and clean. The bottom left and right sides of the transmission box are designed to be fixedly connected to the spray nozzles. This design allows the spray nozzles to be evenly distributed on both sides of the transmission box, thereby enabling more comprehensive water spraying and cleaning.
[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0014] The mounting plate has protective strips fixedly connected to its top front and rear sides, and support frames fixedly connected to its bottom left and right sides.
[0015] Through the above technical solution: protective strips are fixedly connected to the top front and rear sides of the mounting plate. This design can effectively protect the edges of the mounting plate and prevent damage during transportation or use. The setting of protective strips also increases the aesthetics of the mounting plate. Support frames are fixedly connected to the bottom left and right sides of the mounting plate. The setting of support frames can enhance the stability of the mounting plate, making it more stable when bearing heavy objects and less prone to tilting or collapsing.
[0016] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0017] A controller is fixedly connected to the front side of the top center of the mounting plate, and the controller is electrically connected to the motor.
[0018] The above technical solution involves a controller fixedly connected to the front part of the top center of the mounting plate. This controller is designed to be electrically connected to the motor, thereby enabling the control and drive of the motor.
[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0020] Protective plates are fixedly connected to the outer walls of each of the support frames, and anti-slip pads are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the bottom of each support frame.
[0021] Through the above technical solution: protective plates are fixedly connected to the outer walls of multiple support frames. These protective plates are designed to protect the outer walls of the support frames and prevent them from being scratched or impacted during use. In order to ensure the stability of the support frames on various ground surfaces, anti-slip pads are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of their bottom.
[0022] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0023] The top left and right sides of the transmission box are fixedly connected to handles, and the outer walls of the multiple handles are fixedly connected to anti-slip sleeves.
[0024] The above technical solution involves designing handles on both the left and right sides of the top of the transmission box. These handles are securely fixed to their respective positions on the transmission box. To improve the user's grip comfort and safety, an anti-slip sleeve is fixedly attached to the outer wall of each handle.
[0025] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0026] Protective pads are fixedly connected to the four corners of the top of the transmission box. Multiple protective pads are symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the top of the mounting plate. A cleaning box is fixedly connected to the top of the transmission box.
[0027] Through the above technical solutions, these protective pads not only protect the structure of the transmission box, but also ensure its stability and durability in various working environments. In order to achieve the best protection effect, a practical cleaning box is also fixedly connected to the top of the transmission box, which makes it convenient for users to clean and maintain the transmission box at any time, ensuring the cleanliness and working efficiency of the transmission box.
[0028] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0029] 1. In this utility model, when the solar panel needs to be cleaned, the motor drives the circular gear fixed at the bottom of the transmission shaft to slide along the tooth groove fixed on the inner wall of the gear rack. At the same time, the track wheel fixedly connected to the outer wall of the transmission shaft drives the transmission belt to rotate. The transmission belt drives the fixed shaft fixed at the other end to rotate. At the same time, the brush head fixed at the bottom of the fixed shaft is driven to clean the solar panel, thereby meeting the usage requirements.
[0030] 2. In this utility model, in order to better fix the solar panel and thus ensure the smooth completion of cleaning, a fixing plate is fixedly connected to the top left and right sides of the mounting plate. At the same time, a rotating shaft is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the fixing plate. A threaded sleeve is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating shaft. A threaded shaft is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the threaded sleeve. A nut sleeve is threadedly connected to the top of the threaded shaft near the edge. This fixes the solar panel installed inside the cleaning box and ensures the completion of cleaning. Attached Figure Description
[0031] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the front side of the transmission box of a solar panel cleaning device proposed in this utility model;
[0032] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of the mounting plate of a solar panel cleaning device proposed in this utility model;
[0033] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the motor of a solar panel cleaning device proposed in this utility model;
[0034] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of a gear rack for a solar panel cleaning device proposed in this utility model;
[0035] Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of a threaded sleeve for a solar panel cleaning device proposed in this utility model.
[0036] Legend:
[0037] 1. Transmission box; 2. Fixing mechanism; 201. Fixing plate one; 202. Rotating shaft; 203. Threaded sleeve; 204. Threaded shaft; 205. Nut sleeve; 206. Clamping plate; 207. Fixing plate two; 3. Motor; 4. Transmission shaft; 5. Circular gear; 6. Gear rack; 7. Track wheel; 8. Transmission belt one; 9. Fixing shaft one; 10. Transmission belt two; 11. Fixing shaft two; 12. Transmission belt three; 13. Fixing shaft three; 14. Brush head; 15. Mounting plate; 16. Controller; 17. Handle; 18. Anti-slip sleeve; 19. Protective strip; 20. Protective pad; 21. Support frame; 22. Protective plate; 23. Anti-slip pad; 24. Nozzle; 25. Cleaning box. Detailed Implementation
[0038] 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.
[0039] Please see the appendix Figure 2 - Appendix Figure 4This utility model provides an embodiment of a solar panel cleaning device, comprising a transmission box 1 and a mounting plate 15. A motor 3 is fixedly connected to the left side of the outer wall of the transmission box 1. A transmission shaft 4 is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor 3. A circular gear 5 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the transmission shaft 4. A gear rack 6 is meshed with the outer wall of the circular gear 5. A track wheel 7 is fixedly connected to the middle of the outer wall of the transmission shaft 4. The two track wheels 7 are connected by a transmission belt 8. A fixed shaft 9 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the right track wheel 7. A rotatable shaft 8 is rotatably connected to the top of the outer wall of the fixed shaft 9. The two track wheels 7 are connected by the transmission belt 10 to ensure continuous power transmission. The inner wall of the right track wheel 7 is fixedly connected to a fixed shaft 9. The top of the outer wall of the fixed shaft 19 is rotatably connected to the transmission belt 10. The other end of the transmission belt 10 is rotatably connected to the fixed shaft 11. The bottom of the fixed shaft 11 is rotatably connected to the transmission belt 12. The other end of the transmission belt 12 is rotatably connected to the fixed shaft 13. The top of the mounting plate 15 is provided with a fixing mechanism 2, which is used to fix the solar panel.
[0040] Specifically, a motor 3 is fixedly connected to the left side of the outer wall of the transmission box 1. The output end of the motor 3 is fixedly connected to the transmission shaft 4. A circular gear 5 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the transmission shaft 4. The outer wall of the circular gear 5 meshes with the gear rack 6 to achieve precise transmission. The other end of the transmission belt 10 is rotatably connected to the fixed shaft 11, and the bottom of the fixed shaft 11 is rotatably connected to the transmission belt 12. The other end of the transmission belt 12 is rotatably connected to the fixed shaft 13, thus forming a complete transmission system. In addition, a fixing mechanism 2 is provided on the top of the mounting plate 15. This fixing mechanism 2 is specifically used to fix the solar panel to ensure that the solar panel remains stable during operation.
[0041] Please see the appendix Figure 3 - Appendix Figure 5 The fixing mechanism 2 includes a fixing plate 201. The bottom of the outer wall of the fixing plate 201 is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting plate 15. The outer wall of the fixing plate 201 is rotatably connected to a rotating shaft 202. The outer wall of the rotating shaft 202 is fixedly connected to a threaded sleeve 203. The inner wall of the threaded sleeve 203 is threadedly connected to a threaded shaft 204. The outer wall of the threaded shaft 204 is slidably connected to a locking plate 206. The outer wall of the threaded shaft 204 is threadedly connected to a nut sleeve 205 near the edge. The outer wall of the threaded shaft 204 is in contact with the fixing plate 207.
[0042] Specifically, the outer walls of multiple fixed plates 201 are rotatably connected by rotating shafts 202. Threaded sleeves 203 are fixedly connected to the outer walls of these rotating shafts 202. Threaded shafts 204 are connected to the inner walls of the threaded sleeves 203 by threads. The outer walls of the threaded shafts 204 are designed to slidably connect to locking plates 206. Furthermore, a nut sleeve 205 is threadedly connected to the outer wall of the threaded shafts 204 near the edge to ensure structural stability. The outer wall of the threaded shafts 204 is in close contact with another fixed plate 207, forming a stable connection.
[0043] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 3 A brush head 14 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed shaft 3 13. A nozzle 24 is fixedly connected to the bottom left and right sides of the transmission box 1. A protective strip 19 is fixedly connected to the top front and rear sides of the mounting plate 15. The top front and rear sides of the mounting plate 15 are designed to be fixedly connected to the protective strip 19. This design can effectively protect the equipment and prevent accidental collisions. A support frame 21 is fixedly connected to the bottom left and right sides of the mounting plate 15. A controller 16 is fixedly connected to the front side of the top center of the mounting plate 15. The controller 16 is electrically connected to the motor 3.
[0044] Specifically, the bottom of the fixed shaft 13 is designed to be fixedly connected to the brush head 14, which allows the brush head 14 to work stably. At the same time, the bottom left and right sides of the transmission box 1 are designed to be fixedly connected to the spray head 24, which allows the spray head 24 to spray evenly. The bottom left and right sides of the mounting plate 15 are designed to be fixedly connected to the support frame 21, which can increase the stability of the equipment. Finally, the front side of the top center of the mounting plate 15 is designed to be fixedly connected to the controller 16. The controller 16 is electrically connected to the motor 3, which allows the user to easily control the operation of the equipment.
[0045] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 3Protective plates 22 are fixedly connected to the outer walls of multiple support frames 21. Anti-slip pads 23 are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the bottom of the support frames 21. Handles 17 are fixedly connected to the top left and right sides of the transmission box 1. Anti-slip sleeves 18 are fixedly connected to the outer walls of multiple handles 17. In order to facilitate users to carry and move the transmission box 1, handles 17 are fixedly connected to the top left and right sides of the transmission box 1. The design of these handles 17 allows users to easily lift or move the transmission box 1. In order to further improve the user's comfort and safety during use, anti-slip sleeves 18 are fixedly connected to the outer walls of multiple handles 17. These anti-slip sleeves 18 can provide additional grip and reduce the possibility of slipping. Protective pads 20 are fixedly connected to the four corners of the top of the transmission box 1. Multiple protective pads 20 are symmetrically treated on the top left and right sides of the mounting plate 15. A cleaning box 25 is fixedly connected to the top of the transmission box 1.
[0046] Specifically, protective plates 22 are fixedly connected to the outer walls of multiple support frames 21. The function of these protective plates 22 is to prevent the support frames 21 from being accidentally scratched or impacted during use, thereby extending their service life. To ensure that the equipment can work stably on various ground surfaces, anti-slip pads 23 are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the bottom of the support frames 21. These anti-slip pads 23 can effectively increase the friction between the equipment and the ground and prevent the equipment from slipping during use. To protect the transmission box 1 from damage during transportation or movement, protective pads 20 are fixedly connected to the four corners of the top of the transmission box 1. These protective pads 20 can effectively absorb impact force and protect the structural integrity of the transmission box 1. To ensure that the protective pads 20 are installed more securely and aesthetically on the mounting plate 15, multiple protective pads 20 are symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the top of the mounting plate 15. This symmetrical design not only improves the overall visual effect but also ensures that the protective pads 20 are evenly stressed, thereby extending their service life.
[0047] Working principle: When the solar panel needs cleaning, the motor 3 drives the circular gear 5 fixed at the bottom of the transmission shaft 4 to slide along the tooth groove fixed on the inner wall of the gear rack 6. At the same time, the track wheel 7 fixedly connected to the outer wall of the transmission shaft 4 drives the transmission belt 8 to rotate. The transmission belt 8 drives the fixed shaft 9 fixed at the other end to rotate. The brush head 14 fixed at the bottom of the fixed shaft 9 is driven to clean the solar panel. At the same time, the fixed shaft 9 rotates and drives the fixed shaft 11 to rotate through the transmission belt 10. The fixed shaft 11 drives the fixed shaft 13 to rotate and clean through the transmission belt 12. Meanwhile, the nozzle 24 installed at the bottom of the transmission box 1 uses high-pressure spray to clean the solar panel back and forth with the brush head 14, thus meeting the usage requirements.
[0048] To better secure the solar panels and ensure successful cleaning, a fixing plate 201 is fixedly connected to the top left and right sides of the mounting plate 15. A rotating shaft 202 is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the fixing plate 201, and a threaded sleeve 203 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the rotating shaft 202. A threaded shaft 204 is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the threaded sleeve 203, and a nut sleeve 205 is threadedly connected to the top edge of the threaded shaft 204. By rotating the nut sleeve 205, it can press the locking plate 206, which is slidably connected to the outer wall of the threaded shaft 204. This causes the locking plate 206 to press the fixing plate 207, thereby securing the solar panels installed inside the cleaning box 25 and ensuring the completion of cleaning.
[0049] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A solar panel cleaning device, comprising a transmission box (1) and a mounting plate (15), characterized in that: A motor (3) is fixedly connected to the left side of the outer wall of the transmission box (1). A transmission shaft (4) is fixedly connected to the output end of the motor (3). A circular gear (5) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the transmission shaft (4). A gear rack (6) is meshed with the outer wall of the circular gear (5). A track wheel (7) is fixedly connected to the middle of the outer wall of the transmission shaft (4). The two track wheels (7) are connected by a transmission belt (8). A fixed shaft (9) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the right track wheel (7). A transmission belt (10) is rotatably connected to the top of the outer wall of the fixed shaft (9). A fixed shaft (11) is rotatably connected to the other end of the transmission belt (10). A transmission belt (12) is rotatably connected to the bottom of the fixed shaft (11). A fixed shaft (13) is rotatably connected to the other end of the transmission belt (12). A fixing mechanism (2) is provided on the top of the mounting plate (15). The fixing mechanism (2) is used to fix the solar panel.
2. The solar panel cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing mechanism (2) includes a fixing plate (201), the bottom of the outer wall of a plurality of fixing plates (201) is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting plate (15), the outer wall of the plurality of fixing plates (201) is rotatably connected to a rotating shaft (202), the outer wall of the rotating shaft (202) is fixedly connected to a threaded sleeve (203), the inner wall of the threaded sleeve (203) is threadedly connected to a threaded shaft (204), the outer wall of the threaded shaft (204) is slidably connected to a locking plate (206), the outer wall of the threaded shaft (204) is threadedly connected to a nut sleeve (205) near the edge, and the outer wall of the threaded shaft (204) is in contact with a fixing plate (207).
3. The solar panel cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A brush head (14) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed shaft three (13), and a nozzle (24) is fixedly connected to the left and right sides of the bottom of the transmission box (1).
4. A solar panel cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top front and rear sides of the mounting plate (15) are fixedly connected with protective strips (19), and the bottom left and right sides of the mounting plate (15) are fixedly connected with support frames (21).
5. A solar panel cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A controller (16) is fixedly connected to the front side of the top center of the mounting plate (15), and the controller (16) is electrically connected to the motor (3).
6. A solar panel cleaning device according to claim 4, characterized in that: Protective plates (22) are fixedly connected to the outer walls of the multiple support frames (21), and anti-slip pads (23) are fixedly connected to the front and rear sides of the bottom of the support frame (21).
7. A solar panel cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top left and right sides of the transmission box (1) are fixedly connected with handles (17), and the outer walls of the multiple handles (17) are fixedly connected with anti-slip sleeves (18).
8. A solar panel cleaning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Protective pads (20) are fixedly connected to the four corners of the top of the transmission box (1). Multiple protective pads (20) are symmetrically arranged on the left and right sides of the top of the mounting plate (15). A cleaning box (25) is fixedly connected to the top of the transmission box (1).