Unmanned aerial vehicle platform folded on roof photovoltaic fence

By designing a drone platform for rooftop photovoltaic fences, the problem of inconvenient drone parking in rooftop photovoltaic power generation systems has been solved, enabling efficient and safe docking and maintenance operations while maintaining the building's aesthetic appeal.

CN223972764UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-06CHINA ENERGY ENG GRP GUANGXI ELECTRIC POWER DESIGN INST
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-13
Publication Date
2026-03-06

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Technical Problem

The lack of suitable parking and docking locations for drones in rooftop photovoltaic power generation systems makes maintenance work inconvenient and affects maintenance efficiency.

Method used

A drone platform folding into a rooftop photovoltaic fence has been designed, including a roof railing, a landing platform, and a sliding groove structure. The landing platform can be unfolded or folded as needed to adapt to different roof heights and aesthetic requirements, and provides a stable landing location.

Benefits of technology

It provides safe and convenient landing sites for drones, improves the maintenance efficiency of rooftop photovoltaic power generation systems, maintains the aesthetic appearance of building facades, and adapts to harsh weather conditions.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an unmanned aerial vehicle platform folded on a roof photovoltaic fence. The unmanned aerial vehicle platform comprises a roof handrail, and the roof handrail is mainly composed of transverse rods and stand columns of the transverse rods. The parking platform is hinged to a cross rod; sliding grooves are formed below the parking platform and in one sides of the stand columns correspondingly. The two ends of the side supporting rods are slidably connected with the sliding grooves of the parking platform and the stand columns correspondingly. A stand column inclined strut is arranged on the other side of the stand column. The problem of stopping of the unmanned aerial vehicle on the roof is conveniently solved through the roof handrails, the design that the stopping platform hinged cross rods and the side supporting rods are connected with the stopping platform and the stand columns in a sliding mode enables the stopping platform to be folded and unfolded according to needs, and the attractiveness of the outer vertical face of the roof is kept to the maximum extent. In conclusion, after the unmanned aerial vehicle is used for inspection tour on the roof, a proper landing and parking place is provided for equipment maintenance, battery replacement and other operations, and the application prospect is wide.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of equipment maintenance technology in building roof photovoltaic power generation systems, and particularly relates to a drone platform that folds into the roof photovoltaic fence. Background Technology

[0002] In response to the urgent need for energy conservation and environmental protection, my country is currently promoting the large-scale development of new energy sources. Among the various new energy development paths, adding rooftop photovoltaic power generation projects to building roofs has become an indispensable and necessary measure for green building construction. This measure not only helps to make full use of building space resources, but also effectively converts solar energy into electricity, contributing to energy conservation and emission reduction.

[0003] The normal operation of a photovoltaic (PV) power generation system relies on the support of numerous electrical devices, among which solar panels, inverters, and distribution boxes are crucial. Solar panels, as the core component, are responsible for converting solar energy into electricity. Being constantly exposed to the external environment, they are susceptible to dust, debris, weather changes, and aging, necessitating regular maintenance to ensure they remain in normal working order. On the rooftops of large buildings, the area covered by PV panels is often enormous. Traditional manual maintenance methods are not only incredibly labor-intensive but also inefficient. With technological advancements, drones can now be used for inspections. Drones, with their flexibility and efficiency, can quickly cover large areas of PV panels, significantly reducing maintenance workload and enabling rapid location of faulty panels using advanced imaging technology.

[0004] However, the use of drones also faces some challenges. For example, after rooftop inspections, a suitable landing and docking location is needed for equipment maintenance, battery replacement, and other operations. Therefore, the design and construction of a landing platform becomes a crucial element in ensuring the effective operation of drones. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a simple, beautiful, convenient and efficient drone platform that folds into a rooftop photovoltaic fence.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] The drone platform folds into the rooftop photovoltaic fence, including a rooftop railing, which is mainly composed of horizontal bars and columns; it also includes a landing platform, which is hinged to the horizontal bars; the landing platform is provided with sliding grooves on the bottom and one side of the column, and the two ends of the side support rod are slidably connected to the sliding grooves of the landing platform and the column; the other side of the column is provided with column diagonal bracing.

[0008] The platform is hinged to the crossbar via a platform hinge component.

[0009] The two ends of the side support rod are slidably connected to the sliding grooves of the parking platform and the column through diagonal bracing hinge components.

[0010] The diagonal bracing hinge component is installed on the sliding groove.

[0011] The parking platform is a platform formed by welding metal rods, and the platform is covered with a rigid plate.

[0012] To address the current problems in the maintenance of rooftop photovoltaic power generation systems, the inventors designed a drone platform that folds into the rooftop photovoltaic fence. The platform includes a roof railing, primarily composed of horizontal bars and uprights; a landing platform hinged to the horizontal bars; sliding grooves on the underside of the landing platform and on one side of the uprights; and side support rods that slidably connect the landing platform and the uprights to these sliding grooves. A diagonal brace is provided on the other side of the uprights. This invention conveniently solves the problem of drones landing on rooftops using the roof railing. The hinged horizontal bars and the sliding connection of the side support rods to the landing platform and uprights allow the platform to be folded and unfolded as needed, maximizing the aesthetic appeal of the roof facade. In summary, this invention provides a suitable landing and docking location for drones used for rooftop inspections, facilitating equipment maintenance, battery replacement, and other operations, and has broad application prospects. Attached Figure Description

[0013] Figure 1 This is a side view of the structure of the drone platform (90° unfolded) that folds into the rooftop photovoltaic fence according to this utility model.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a side view structural diagram of the drone platform (45° unfolded) that folds into the roof photovoltaic fence according to this utility model.

[0015] Figure 3 This is a side view of the unmanned aerial vehicle platform (closed state) that folds into the roof photovoltaic fence according to this utility model.

[0016] In the diagram: 1. Platform hinge component, 2. Stop platform, 3. Diagonal brace hinge component, 4. Side support rod, 5. Sliding groove, 6. Column diagonal brace, 7. Column, 8. Horizontal bar. Detailed Implementation

[0017] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the drone platform of this utility model, which folds into a rooftop photovoltaic fence, includes a roof railing, which mainly consists of horizontal bars 8 and uprights 7; it also includes a landing platform 2. Among these,

[0018] The platform is formed by welding metal rods and covered with a rigid plate. The platform is hinged to the crossbar via a hinged component 1, allowing it to rotate at a certain angle relative to the roof railing crossbar, thus adapting to different roof railing layouts and actual usage scenarios.

[0019] The platform has sliding grooves 5 on its underside and on one side of the column, with diagonal bracing hinges installed on these grooves. The two ends of the side support rod 4 are slidably connected to the sliding grooves of the platform and column via diagonal bracing hinges 3. This sliding connection design allows the side support rod to slide up and down along the roof railing column to adapt to roof railing structures of different heights. It also allows the platform base to be retractable, meeting the needs of roof railings of different heights while ensuring the aesthetic appearance of the roof facade. The platform is extended during use and retracted parallel to the railing column during normal operation.

[0020] On the other side of the column, there is a column diagonal brace 6, which is fixed to the roof by bolts or other means, thus stabilizing the column on the roof and providing lateral support for the landing platform. This further enhances the stability of the entire landing platform and provides a solid guarantee for the safe parking of drones. Even in severe weather conditions, it ensures that the platform will not easily shake or be damaged.

[0021] This utility model can be specially designed according to the size and operational requirements of the drone, ensuring that the drone can land and dock safely and conveniently after completing the inspection mission, providing convenience for subsequent maintenance work, further improving the maintenance efficiency of the roof photovoltaic power generation system, and not affecting the aesthetics of the building facade, thus helping to achieve energy conservation and environmental protection requirements.

Claims

1. A foldable drone platform in a roof photovoltaic fence, comprising a roof railing, mainly composed of a horizontal bar and its vertical column; characterized in that It also comprises a parking platform, the parking platform is hinged to a crossbar; the lower side of the parking platform and the side of the column are respectively provided with sliding grooves, and the two ends of the side support rod are respectively slidably connected to the sliding grooves of the parking platform and the column; the other side of the column is provided with a column diagonal brace.

2. The drone platform of claim 1, wherein: The parking platform is hinged to the crossbar through a platform hinge member.

3. The drone platform of claim 1, wherein: The two ends of the side support rod are respectively slidably connected to the sliding grooves of the parking platform and the column through a diagonal brace hinge member.

4. The drone platform of claim 3, wherein: The diagonal brace hinge member is installed on the sliding groove.

5. The drone platform of claim 1, wherein: The parking platform is a platform formed by welding metal rods, and the platform is covered with a hard board.