Extensible flexible photovoltaic panel system used for car roof installation
By designing an scalable flexible photovoltaic panel system and utilizing a frame sliding structure to increase the number of photovoltaic panels and the power generation area, the problem of low power generation efficiency of vehicle roof photovoltaic panels was solved, achieving efficient power generation and emergency power supply.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422588558.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-10-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-24
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-10-25
AI Technical Summary
Existing rooftop photovoltaic panels have small power generation area and low power generation efficiency, which cannot meet the power demand for long periods or high power consumption, and lack reliable emergency power sources in response to natural disasters.
Design a scalable flexible photovoltaic panel system that uses a frame sliding structure to achieve multi-layer deployment, increasing the number of photovoltaic panels and the power generation area, and combining it with an inverter to provide power support.
It increases power generation capacity to meet the long-term power needs of electric vehicles and provides power support for outdoor travel and home emergencies, while taking up little space when the system is stored.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of photovoltaic power generation technology, specifically an expandable flexible photovoltaic panel system for roof mounting. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of the new energy vehicle industry, especially the widespread adoption of pure electric vehicles, electric vehicle users generally face the problem of insufficient range during long-distance travel, particularly in remote areas lacking charging infrastructure, where this "range anxiety" is even more pronounced. Currently, most vehicles on the market can only be equipped with a single fixed photovoltaic module. Limited by roof space and power generation efficiency, a single photovoltaic panel cannot meet the power demands for extended periods or high power consumption. Furthermore, users often lack reliable emergency power supplies when dealing with extreme events such as natural disasters. Based on this, a vehicle-mounted flexible photovoltaic power generation system with high power generation and a scalable multi-layer structure has been developed. This system can maximize the deployment of photovoltaic modules when the vehicle is parked, increasing power output and becoming key to solving the above problems. Simultaneously, with continuous breakthroughs in flexible photovoltaic technology, the power generation efficiency of individual modules is expected to significantly improve in the future. This system can optimize and adjust the size and layout of the photovoltaic modules according to their power generation performance to further enhance the overall power generation capacity of the system. Utility Model Content
[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the above-mentioned technical defects and provide a solution that can solve the problems of small power generation area and low power generation efficiency of existing vehicle roof photovoltaic panels.
[0004] To solve the above problems, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows: an expandable flexible photovoltaic panel system for roof mounting, comprising a frame, the frame including a central fixed structure and side frames, the frame having an extension structure, the central fixed structure being based on the extension structure and capable of unfolding to the left, right and rear, the side frames being capable of unfolding forward and backward, thereby increasing the number of photovoltaic panels, the extension structure including multiple layered structures, the layered structures including sliding frames, and an inverter electrically connected to the photovoltaic panel for providing power.
[0005] Furthermore, the extended structure can be a slide rail structure and a roller slide structure. The slide rail is located on opposite sides of the side frame and is slidably connected to the central fixed structure. The tail of the slide rail is provided with a locking structure. The roller slide structure is located on the support plate of the side frame.
[0006] Furthermore, the photovoltaic panels consist of eight units with a total power of 2-3KW. The thickness of each photovoltaic panel is less than 1 cm, and when not in use, the overall thickness of the frame is less than 30 cm.
[0007] Furthermore, the sliding frame includes a groove, and a pulley is slidably connected within the groove.
[0008] Furthermore, the photovoltaic panel is made of a flexible photoelectric conversion material.
[0009] The advantages of this invention compared to existing technologies are as follows:
[0010] This utility model uses a frame sliding structure and a multi-layer design to achieve modular expansion, allowing the photovoltaic panels to unfold from the sides and rear of the vehicle roof, thereby increasing the power generation area and improving the power generation capacity. The system can not only generate electricity through the photovoltaic panels when the vehicle is stationary and charge the electric vehicle via a 5 kW inverter, but also provide power support for on-board equipment and home appliances. The system is particularly suitable for outdoor travel and home emergency power supply scenarios, as it can be flexibly unfolded when in use and compactly stored when not in use. Attached Figure Description
[0011] Figure 1 This utility model relates to a three-dimensional expandable flexible photovoltaic panel system for roof mounting. Figure 1 .
[0012] Figure 2 This utility model relates to a three-dimensional expandable flexible photovoltaic panel system for roof mounting. Figure 2 .
[0013] Figure 3 This is a partial enlarged view of the pulley of an expandable flexible photovoltaic panel system for roof mounting according to this utility model.
[0014] As shown in the figure: 1. Frame; 2. Side frame; 3. Slide groove; 4. Pulley; 5. Photovoltaic panel; 6. Sliding frame; 7. Slide rail. Detailed Implementation
[0015] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Identical components are indicated by the same reference numerals.
[0016] It should be noted that the terms “front,” “back,” “left,” “right,” “up,” and “down” used in the following description refer to the directions shown in the attached diagram, while the terms “inside” and “outside” refer to the directions toward or away from the geometric center of a specific component, respectively.
[0017] To make the content of this utility model easier to understand, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0018] like Figures 1 to 3As shown, an expandable flexible photovoltaic panel system for vehicle roof mounting includes a frame 1, which includes a central fixed structure and side frames 2. An extension structure is provided on the frame 1. The central fixed structure, based on the extension structure, can extend the side frames 2 left and right via slide rails 7, and extend the uppermost sliding frame 6 rearward via pulleys. The sliding frames 6 within the side frames can be extended forward and backward via pulleys. The photovoltaic panels 5 are made of flexible photoelectric conversion material, thereby increasing the number of photovoltaic panels 5. The extension structure includes multiple layered structures, each layered structure including the sliding frame 6. An inverter is electrically connected to the photovoltaic panels 5 to provide power.
[0019] The extended structure can be a sliding rail structure or a roller structure. The sliding rail is located on the side of the side frame, and the roller structure is located at the bottom of the frame. There are eight photovoltaic panels 5, with a total power of 2-3KW. The thickness of each photovoltaic panel 5 is less than 1 cm. When not in use, the cumulative thickness of the frame is less than 30 cm. The sliding frame 6 includes a groove 3, and the pulleys 4 are slidably connected within the groove 3 to facilitate the opening and closing of the sliding frame.
[0020] In practical use, the system is installed on the roof of an electric vehicle. When the vehicle is parked, the photovoltaic panels extend outward via sliding rails, using solar energy to charge the vehicle and providing power to the vehicle's electrical appliances via an inverter. The 5-kilowatt inverter can meet the needs of most electrical appliances during outdoor travel, including refrigerators, lighting, and charging equipment.
[0021] For home emergency use: Under normal circumstances, the system can be folded and stored in a corner of the home. In case of extreme weather or power shortages, the system can be unfolded and provide emergency power support to the home through the inverter. Its overall frame is less than 30 cm thick, taking up little space when stored, making it easy to store and use in the home.
[0022] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above. This description is not restrictive, and the accompanying drawings are only one embodiment of the present invention; the actual structure is not limited thereto. In conclusion, if those skilled in the art are inspired by this description and design similar structures and embodiments without departing from the inventive spirit of the present invention, such designs should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A scalable flexible photovoltaic panel system for roof mounting, characterized in that: The system includes a frame (1), which includes a central fixed structure and side frames (2). The frame (1) is provided with an extension structure. The central fixed structure is based on the extension structure and can be unfolded to the left, right and rear. The side frames can be unfolded to the front and back, thereby increasing the number of photovoltaic panels (5). The extension structure includes multiple layered structures. The layered structure includes a sliding frame (6). The photovoltaic panels (5) are electrically connected to an inverter for providing power.
2. The scalable flexible photovoltaic panel system for vehicle roof mounting according to claim 1, characterized in that: The extended structure can be a slide rail structure or a roller slide structure. The slide rail is located on opposite sides of the side frame and is slidably connected to the central fixed structure. The tail of the slide rail is provided with a locking structure. The roller slide structure is located on the support plate of the side frame.
3. The scalable flexible photovoltaic panel system for vehicle roof mounting according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of photovoltaic panels (5) is eight, with a total power of 2-3KW. The thickness of the photovoltaic panels (5) is less than 1 cm, and when not in use, its overall thickness is less than 30 cm.
4. The scalable flexible photovoltaic panel system for vehicle roof mounting according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sliding frame (6) includes a groove (3), and a pulley (4) is slidably connected in the groove (3).
5. A scalable flexible photovoltaic panel system for vehicle roof mounting according to claim 1, characterized in that: The photovoltaic panel (5) is made of flexible photoelectric conversion material.