Folding structure of light solar single crystal assembly

By designing a folding structure base, folding components, and locking mechanism, the problems of poor flexibility and inconvenient transportation of lightweight monocrystalline solar modules are solved, enabling convenient unfolding and storage of monocrystalline solar panels, and improving service life and transportation stability.

CN224083480UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-03CHANGZHOU DATANG PHOTOVOLTAICTECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-03-31
Publication Date
2026-04-03

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Technical Problem

Existing lightweight monocrystalline solar modules have poor support structure flexibility, cannot be folded and stored, resulting in long-term exposure of monocrystalline solar panels to the outside environment, causing damage, and are inconvenient to transport.

Method used

A folding structure including a base, a folding component, an opening and closing plate, and a locking mechanism is designed. The folding component and the opening and closing plate work together to unfold and store the monocrystalline solar panel. The locking mechanism is used to fix the opening and closing plate to ensure stability during transportation.

Benefits of technology

It enables convenient unfolding and storage of monocrystalline solar panels, protects the panels from damage, facilitates transportation, and improves service life and transportation stability.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a folding structure of a light solar single-crystal assembly, which relates to the technical field of single-crystal solar energy and comprises a folding assembly. The folding assembly comprises four first connecting rods, two gears, two second connecting rods and two third connecting rods. One end of each first connecting rod is rotationally connected to the inner wall of the base. The two gears are fixedly connected with the two first connecting rods correspondingly. And the two gears are meshed with each other. The two second connecting rods are fixedly connected with the two gears correspondingly. The two third connecting rods are rotationally connected with the two second connecting rods correspondingly. According to the utility model, the folding assembly is matched with the two opening and closing plates and the mounting base for use, so that the single-crystal solar panel is unfolded for use, and when the single-crystal solar panel needs to be stored after being used, the single-crystal solar panel can be driven to be folded and stored in the base by retracting the two opening and closing plates towards the inner side; effective protection in the storage process of the single-crystal solar panel is achieved, and operation is easy and convenient.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of solar module technology, specifically to a folding structure for a lightweight monocrystalline solar module. Background Technology

[0002] A monocrystalline solar module, also known as a monocrystalline solar panel, is an assembly consisting of several monocrystalline silicon solar cells assembled on a single panel in a specific manner. Monocrystalline silicon solar cells have a high photoelectric conversion efficiency, typically around 15%, with a maximum of 24%, making monocrystalline solar panels the highest photoelectric conversion efficiency among all types of solar cells.

[0003] Monocrystalline solar panels are mounted on supporting structures and secured using pre-designed metal support frames to receive sunlight and generate electricity. The support frames play a crucial role in the installation of monocrystalline solar panels, providing stable support and ensuring the panels receive sunlight at the optimal angle. The support frames are typically designed with an adjustment range to accommodate solar panels of different sizes and weights, as well as various installation environments and conditions. A secure and stable installation ensures the solar panels will not detach or tip over during use, thus preventing damage to people or property.

[0004] The existing support structure of lightweight monocrystalline solar modules has poor flexibility during use. When the monocrystalline solar panels are not in use, they cannot be folded and stored, which will cause the monocrystalline solar panels to be exposed to the outside for a long time, resulting in damage and reducing the service life of the monocrystalline solar panels. In addition, most existing monocrystalline solar panels are fixedly connected to the support frame, which makes them inconvenient to transport. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a folded structure for a lightweight monocrystalline solar module to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0007] A folded structure for a lightweight monocrystalline solar module includes a base, two folded components, two hinged plates, a mounting base, and two monocrystalline solar panels.

[0008] Two folding components are respectively located on both sides of the inner wall of the base. Each folding component includes four connecting rods (link 1), two gears, two connecting rods (link 2), and two connecting rods (link 3). One end of each of the four connecting rods (link 1) is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the base. The two gears are fixedly connected to two of the connecting rods (link 1) and mesh with each other. The two connecting rods (link 2) are fixedly connected to the two gears. The two connecting rods (link 3) are rotatably connected to the two connecting rods (link 2). The two sides of the two opening and closing plates are rotatably connected to each of the connecting rods (link 1). The two sides of the mounting base are rotatably connected to each of the connecting rods (link 3). Two monocrystalline solar panels are fixedly installed inside the mounting base.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, the monocrystalline solar panel can be unfolded and used by setting up a folding component and cooperating with two opening and closing plates and a mounting base. When the monocrystalline solar panel needs to be stored after use, the two opening and closing plates can be retracted inward to fold the monocrystalline solar panel into the base, thus achieving effective protection for the monocrystalline solar panel during storage. The operation is simple and convenient.

[0010] A further improvement of this utility model is that it also includes a locking mechanism, which is disposed on the upper surface of the two opening and closing plates. The locking mechanism includes a fixed plate, a "T"-shaped abutment block, a snap-fit ​​plate, and an auxiliary connecting plate. The fixed plate is fixedly installed on the upper surface of one of the opening and closing plates. The "T"-shaped abutment block is rotatably connected to the fixed plate. An auxiliary connecting plate is rotatably installed on one side of the snap-fit ​​plate, and a limiting slot is provided on its upper surface to movably abut against the "T"-shaped abutment block.

[0011] In the above technical solution, the fixing plate is fixed to one of the opening and closing plates to support the installation of the "T"-shaped abutment block. The overall shape of the "T"-shaped abutment block is "T"-shaped, and its bottom end is rotatably connected to the fixing plate. A limiting groove is opened on the surface of the snap-fit ​​plate. The size of the limiting groove matches the size of the "T"-shaped abutment block. Therefore, in use, the "T"-shaped abutment block can pass through the limiting groove, so that the snap-fit ​​plate can abut against the inner limit of the "T"-shaped abutment block.

[0012] A further improvement of this utility model is that a "T"-shaped sliding plate is fixedly installed at the bottom of the auxiliary connecting plate. A "T"-shaped sliding groove is provided on the upper surface of the other opening and closing plate, which is movably connected to the "T"-shaped sliding plate.

[0013] The above technical solution matches the shape of the "T"-shaped sliding plate with the shape of the "T"-shaped sliding groove, allowing the "T"-shaped sliding plate to slide within the "T"-shaped sliding groove. This enables the entire snap-fit ​​plate to move and be used on the opening and closing plates. When two opening and closing plates are connected, the snap-fit ​​plate can be snapped onto the "T"-shaped abutment block to create a locking effect, which facilitates operation.

[0014] A further improvement of this utility model is that it also includes two limiting posts, which are respectively fixedly installed on both sides of the inner wall of the base. The two limiting posts are used to limit and abut against two of the gears.

[0015] The above technical solution involves fixing limiting posts on both sides of the inner wall of the base, and the positions of the two limiting posts are such that they can just abut against two of the gears, so that the two gears can avoid rotating too much when they rotate.

[0016] A further improvement of this utility model is that: movable grooves are respectively opened at both ends of the two sides of the base. The multiple connecting rods are divided into four groups, and each group of connecting rods moves inside each movable groove.

[0017] Using the above technical solution, when the two opening and closing plates are unfolded to both sides, the multiple connecting rods that are rotatably connected to the two opening and closing plates can move accordingly. The movable slots opened at both ends of the two sides of the base provide the movable position space for each connecting rod, so that the two opening and closing plates can be in a horizontal unfolded state.

[0018] A further improvement of this utility model is that handles are fixedly connected to the upper surfaces of the two opening and closing plates respectively.

[0019] The above technical solution makes it more convenient and less strenuous to retract or unfold the two opening and closing plates by using two handles.

[0020] A further improvement of this utility model is that: four movable wheels are fixedly installed at the four ends of the base bottom.

[0021] Using the above technical solution, the entire device can be moved and used with the help of four casters, facilitating the transportation and movement of monocrystalline solar panels. All four casters are omnidirectional, so once the device is moved to a designated location, the entire device can be locked in place.

[0022] Due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the technological progress achieved by this utility model compared to the prior art is as follows:

[0023] 1. This utility model provides a folding structure for a lightweight monocrystalline solar module. By setting up a folding component and cooperating with two opening and closing plates and a mounting base, the monocrystalline solar panel can be unfolded and used. When the monocrystalline solar panel needs to be stored after use, the two opening and closing plates can be retracted inward to fold the monocrystalline solar panel into the base, thus achieving effective protection for the monocrystalline solar panel during storage. The operation is simple and convenient.

[0024] 2. This utility model provides a folding structure for a lightweight monocrystalline solar module. During the folding and storage of the monocrystalline solar panel, the two opening and closing plates can be reciprocated by abutting each other, and the two opening and closing plates can be effectively fixed by using a locking mechanism, which can ensure the stability of the monocrystalline solar panel during the transportation of the entire device. Attached Figure Description

[0025] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the folded structure of a lightweight solar monocrystalline module according to Embodiment 1 of this utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Another three-dimensional structural diagram;

[0028] Figure 3 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the split three-dimensional structure in the image;

[0029] Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the partially disassembled three-dimensional structure in the image;

[0030] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A partial three-dimensional structural diagram of the locking mechanism;

[0031] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Side view of the middle.

[0032] In the diagram: 1. Base; 101. Movable slot; 2. Folding assembly; 201. Link 1; 202. Gear; 203. Link 2; 204. Link 3; 3. Opening / closing plate; 301. Handle; 302. "T"-shaped sliding groove; 4. Mounting base; 5. Monocrystalline solar panel; 6. Locking mechanism; 601. Fixing plate; 602. "T"-shaped abutment block; 603. Snap-fit ​​plate; 604. Auxiliary connecting plate; 7. "T"-shaped sliding plate; 8. Limiting post; 9. Moving wheel. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to embodiments:

[0034] Example 1

[0035] like Figures 1-6 As shown, this utility model provides a folding structure for a lightweight monocrystalline solar module, including a base 1, two folding components 2, two opening and closing plates 3, a mounting base 4, and two monocrystalline solar panels 5.

[0036] Two folding components 2 are respectively disposed on both sides of the inner wall of the base 1. Each folding component 2 includes four connecting rods 1 201, two gears 202, two connecting rods 203, and two connecting rods 3 204. One end of each of the four connecting rods 1 201 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the base 1. The two gears 202 are fixedly connected to two of the connecting rods 1 201 respectively, and the two gears 202 mesh with each other. The two connecting rods 203 are fixedly connected to the two gears 202 respectively. The two connecting rods 3 204 are rotatably connected to the two connecting rods 203 respectively.

[0037] The two hinged plates 3 are rotatably connected to each connecting rod 201 on both sides. The mounting base 4 is rotatably connected to each connecting rod 204 on both sides. Both monocrystalline solar panels 5 are fixedly installed inside the mounting base 4.

[0038] The mounting base 4 has an internal cavity for mounting two monocrystalline solar panels 5. The two monocrystalline solar panels 5 are installed inside the mounting base 4 to generate electricity. With the help of two folding components 2, the monocrystalline solar panels 5 can be stored inside the base 1. Since the base 1 is hollow and box-shaped, it provides protection. The two hinged panels 3 can be simultaneously unfolded to the outside using the two folding components 2. As the two hinged panels 3 unfold, the mounting base 4 can rise from inside the base 1, thus raising and displaying the monocrystalline solar panels 5 for power generation. Similarly, when the monocrystalline solar panels 5 are not in use, the two mounting bases 4 can be retracted inwards simultaneously, allowing the monocrystalline solar panels 5 to be stored inside the base 1, preventing them from being corroded and worn.

[0039] The four connecting rods 201 can be divided into two groups, with each group of connecting rods 201 rotatably mounted on both sides of the inner wall of the base 1. One end of each of the two gears 202 is fixedly connected to one end of each of the two connecting rods 203, and the two gears 202 mesh with each other. Therefore, when the two gears 202 mesh and rotate, they can synchronously drive the movement of the two connecting rods 201. The two connecting rods 203 are fixed to the two gears 202, which limit the movement of the two connecting rods 204. When the two gears 202 rotate, they can drive the two connecting rods 204 to move upward and push out. Therefore, when the two opening plates 3 are unfolded to the sides, the two gears 202 mesh and rotate, and synchronously drive the two connecting rods 204 to move upward, thereby exposing the mounting base 4 installed on the connecting rods 204 upward.

[0040] In this embodiment, by setting up the folding component 2 and the two opening and closing plates 3 and the mounting base 4 to cooperate, the monocrystalline solar panel 5 can be unfolded and used. When the monocrystalline solar panel 5 needs to be stored after use, the two opening and closing plates 3 can be retracted inward to fold the monocrystalline solar panel 5 into the base 1, thus achieving effective protection of the monocrystalline solar panel 5 during storage. The operation is simple and convenient.

[0041] like Figures 1-6 As shown, in this embodiment, preferably, a locking mechanism 6 is also included, disposed on the upper surface of the two opening and closing plates 3. The locking mechanism 6 includes a fixed plate 601, a "T"-shaped abutment block 602, a snap-fit ​​plate 603, and an auxiliary connecting plate 604. The fixed plate 601 is fixedly installed on the upper surface of one of the opening and closing plates 3. The "T"-shaped abutment block 602 is rotatably connected to the fixed plate 601. The auxiliary connecting plate 604 is rotatably installed on one side of the snap-fit ​​plate 603, and a limiting slot is formed on its upper surface to movably abut against the "T"-shaped abutment block 602.

[0042] A fixing plate 601 is fixed to one of the opening and closing plates 3 to support the installation of a "T"-shaped abutment block 602. The overall shape of the "T"-shaped abutment block 602 is "T"-shaped, and its bottom end is rotatably connected to the fixing plate 601. A limiting groove is formed on the surface of the snap-fit ​​plate 603. The size of the limiting groove matches the size of the "T"-shaped abutment block 602. Therefore, in use, the "T"-shaped abutment block 602 can pass through the limiting groove, allowing the snap-fit ​​plate 603 to abut against the inner limit of the "T"-shaped abutment block 602. Rubber protrusions are provided at the abutment position of the "T"-shaped abutment block 602 to provide anti-slip properties, making the abutment of the "T"-shaped abutment block 602 more stable. An auxiliary connecting plate 604 is rotatably mounted on one end of the snap-fit ​​plate 603 to facilitate the movable mounting of the snap-fit ​​plate 603 onto the "T"-shaped abutment block 602.

[0043] like Figures 1-6 As shown, preferably, a T-shaped sliding plate 7 is fixedly installed at the bottom end of the auxiliary connecting plate 604. A T-shaped sliding groove 302, which is movably connected to the T-shaped sliding plate 7, is formed on the upper surface of the other opening and closing plate 3. The T-shaped sliding plate 7 is fixedly installed at the bottom of the auxiliary connecting plate 604. The shape of the T-shaped sliding plate 7 matches the shape of the T-shaped sliding groove 302, allowing the T-shaped sliding plate 7 to slide within the T-shaped sliding groove 302. This allows the entire locking plate 603 to move on the opening and closing plate 3, thus enabling the locking plate 603 to engage with the T-shaped abutment block 602 to create a locking effect when the two opening and closing plates 3 are connected, facilitating operation.

[0044] like Figures 1-6As shown, preferably, it also includes two limiting posts 8, which are fixedly installed on both sides of the inner wall of the base 1. The two limiting posts 8 are used to limit the contact between two of the gears 202. The limiting posts 8 are fixedly installed on both sides of the inner wall of the base 1, and the positions of the two limiting posts 8 are just enough to abut against two of the gears 202, so that when the two gears 202 rotate, the rotation position is prevented from being too far. The two limiting posts 8 can limit the meshing rotation between each pair of gears 202.

[0045] like Figures 1-6 As shown, preferably, movable slots 101 are respectively provided at both ends of the two side surfaces of the base 1. Multiple connecting rods 201 are evenly divided into four groups, with each group of connecting rods 201 corresponding to and moving within each movable slot 101. When the two opening and closing plates 3 are unfolded to both sides, the multiple connecting rods 201 rotatably connected to the two opening and closing plates 3 can move accordingly. The movable slots 101 at both ends of the two side surfaces of the base 1 provide the necessary space for each connecting rod 201 to move, thereby allowing the two opening and closing plates 3 to be in a horizontally unfolded state.

[0046] like Figures 1-6 As shown, preferably, handles 301 are fixedly connected to the upper surfaces of the two hinged plates 3 respectively. Using the two handles 301 makes it more convenient and less strenuous to retract or unfold the two hinged plates 3.

[0047] like Figures 1-6 As shown, preferably, four casters 9 are fixedly installed at the four ends of the base 1. The entire device can be moved and used by the four casters 9, which facilitates the transportation and movement of the monocrystalline solar panel 5. All four casters 9 are universal wheels, so when the device is moved to a designated location, the entire device can be locked by locking the four casters 9.

[0048] The working principle of the folded structure of this lightweight monocrystalline solar module will be explained in detail below.

[0049] like Figures 1-6As shown, during use, the entire device can be moved to a designated location and limited by locking the four moving wheels 9. At this time, the two monocrystalline solar panels 5 can receive sunlight to generate electricity. When the monocrystalline solar panels 5 need to be stored after use, the two handles 301 can simultaneously drive the two opening and closing plates 3 to retract inward. At this time, the connecting rod 1 201 can drive the two gears 202 on both sides to mesh and rotate, and cause the mounting base 4 to move downward under the action of each connecting rod 3 204. At this time, the monocrystalline solar panels 5 can be stored inside the base 1. When the two opening and closing plates 3 When the two opening and closing plates 3 retract inward, they can abut against each other on opposite sides. The sliding locking plate 603 allows the "T"-shaped sliding plate 7 to move within the "T"-shaped sliding groove 302. The locking plate 603 is movably fitted onto the "T"-shaped abutment block 602, and the "T"-shaped abutment block 602 is rotated so that the bottom side of the "T"-shaped abutment block 602 abuts against the upper surface of the locking plate 603. At this time, the position between the two opening and closing plates 3 can be locked and limited to prevent them from opening. By storing the monocrystalline solar panel 5 inside the base 1, a protective function can be achieved.

[0050] The present invention has been described in detail above. However, modifications or improvements can be made to it, which will be obvious to those skilled in the art. Therefore, any modifications or improvements that do not depart from the spirit of the present invention are within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A folded structure of a lightweight solar monocrystalline module, characterized by: The utility model relates to a single crystal solar panel folding and unfolding mechanism, including: Base (1); Two folding assemblies (2) are arranged on the two sides of the inner wall of the base (1) respectively, the folding assembly (2) includes four connecting rods one (201), two gear wheels (202), two connecting rods two (203), two connecting rods three (204), one end of four connecting rods one (201) is rotatably connected on the inner wall of the base (1), two gear wheels (202) are fixedly connected with two connecting rods one (201) respectively, and the two gear wheels (202) are engaged, two connecting rods two (203) are fixedly connected with two gear wheels (202) respectively, and two connecting rods three (204) are rotatably connected with two connecting rods two (203) respectively, Two opening and closing boards (3) are rotatably connected with each connecting rod one (201) on the two sides respectively, Mounting base (4) is rotatably connected with each connecting rod three (204) on the two sides respectively, Two single crystal solar panels (5) are fixedly installed inside the mounting base (4).

2. A folded structure for a lightweight solar monocrystalline module according to claim 1, characterized in that: It further includes locking mechanism (6) is arranged on the upper surface of two opening and closing boards (3), the locking mechanism (6) includes fixed plate (601), " T ” type abutment block (602), clamping plate (603), auxiliary web (604), the fixed plate (601) is fixedly installed on the upper surface of one of opening and closing boards (3), the " T ” type abututment block (602) is rotatably connected with the fixed plate (601), one side of the clamping plate (603) rotatably installs auxiliary web (604), and the upper surface is provided with the limiting clamping groove that is movably connected with the " T ” type abutment block (602).

3. A folded structure for a lightweight solar monocrystalline module according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom end of the auxiliary web (604) is fixedly installed with " T ” type sliding plate (7), and the upper surface of the other opening and closing board (3) is provided with " T ” type sliding groove (302) movably connected with " T ” type sliding plate (7).

4. A folded structure for a lightweight solar monocrystalline module according to claim 1, characterized in that: It further includes two limiting columns (8) fixedly installed on the two sides of the inner wall of the base (1) respectively, and the two limiting columns (8) are used for limiting the abutment of two gear wheels (202) respectively.

5. A folded structure for a lightweight solar monocrystalline module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two ends of the two side surfaces of the base (1) are provided with movable grooves (101) respectively, a plurality of connecting rods one (201) are evenly divided into four groups, and each group of connecting rods one (201) is movably arranged in each movable groove (101) respectively.

6. A folded structure for a lightweight solar monocrystalline module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper surface of two opening and closing boards (3) is fixedly connected with handle (301) respectively.

7. A folded structure for a lightweight solar monocrystalline module according to claim 1, characterized in that: The four ends of the bottom of the base (1) are fixedly installed with mobile wheels (9).