Multifunctional photovoltaic support

By integrating water pipes and sprinklers into the photovoltaic support structure, the drip irrigation function of rainwater is realized, which solves the problem that existing photovoltaic supports cannot directly utilize rainwater, improves convenience and resource utilization efficiency, and is suitable for agricultural photovoltaic complementary and photovoltaic desertification control projects.

CN224124075UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-14POWERCHINA FUJIAN ELECTRIC POWER SURVEY & DESIGN INST CO LTD
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-05-12
Publication Date
2026-04-14

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Technical Problem

Existing photovoltaic support systems cannot directly utilize collected rainwater, making them inconvenient to use and lacking integration with drip irrigation systems, resulting in resource waste and operational complexity.

Method used

Design a multifunctional photovoltaic bracket that integrates water pipes and sprinklers. It uses rainwater collected in a water tank for drip irrigation, and combines the photovoltaic bracket with the water tank of the drip irrigation system to realize the recycling of water resources and convenient operation.

Benefits of technology

It improves the ease of use of the device, reduces redundant components, achieves water conservation and simple operation, supports the combination of power generation and drip irrigation, and is suitable for agricultural photovoltaic complementary and photovoltaic desertification control projects.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of photovoltaic supports, in particular to a multifunctional photovoltaic support which comprises a water tank arranged underground, the input end of the water tank is communicated with the bottom end of a rainwater collector, the top end of the rainwater collector is funnel-shaped, a photovoltaic panel is obliquely arranged at the top of the water tank, and the bottom end of the photovoltaic panel is arranged above the rainwater collector. A connecting frame is fixed to the bottom of the photovoltaic panel through U-shaped steel, the bottom of the connecting frame is fixed to a first support and a second support, the first support is shorter than the second support, a plurality of sprayers are arranged at the bottom of the connecting frame and communicated with the output end of a water pipeline, and the input end of the water pipeline sequentially passes through the connecting frame and the second support and then is communicated with a water conveying pipe. By arranging the water pipeline and the spray head, water collected in the water tank is used for irrigating vegetation, and the use convenience of the device is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of photovoltaic brackets, and in particular to a multifunctional photovoltaic bracket. Background Technology

[0002] Photovoltaic desertification control, as a new technology model for desert management that has developed in recent years, makes full use of the characteristics of photovoltaic modules such as shading, rain collection, and reducing evaporation. Combined with existing engineering sand fixation and plant sand fixation technologies, it can not only protect photovoltaic power generation facilities from sand damage and realize ecological restoration of the station area, but also establish a good ecological barrier for downstream areas of wind and sand, bringing new insights to promoting the integrated development of energy and ecology.

[0003] Chinese utility model patent with publication number CN212253192U discloses a solar water heater bracket for collecting rainwater. A solar water heater is installed on the upper part of the bracket, and a rainwater collection plate is set between the solar water heater and the frame bracket at a certain angle relative to the roof surface. A water receiving trough is set on the lower side of the rainwater collection plate. The collected rainwater enters the storage tank from the outlet and is stored. However, the device cannot directly use the collected water. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a multifunctional photovoltaic support bracket that uses water pipes and nozzles to collect water from a water tank for irrigating vegetation, thus improving the ease of use of the device.

[0005] This utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A multifunctional photovoltaic support includes an underground water tank. The water tank inlet is connected to the bottom of a rainwater collector. The top of the rainwater collector is funnel-shaped. A photovoltaic panel is tilted on the top of the water tank, and the bottom of the photovoltaic panel is positioned above the rainwater collector. A connecting frame is fixed to the bottom of the photovoltaic panel by a U-shaped steel. The bottom of the connecting frame is fixed to a first support and a second support. The first support is shorter than the second support. Multiple nozzles are provided at the bottom of the connecting frame. The nozzles are connected to the water pipe outlet. The water pipe inlet passes through the connecting frame and the second support in sequence and is connected to a water supply pipe. The water supply pipe is connected to a water pump inside the water tank.

[0007] Furthermore, diagonal braces are fixed between the first bracket, the second bracket, and the connecting frame.

[0008] Furthermore, a retainer is fixed to the bottom of the water tank.

[0009] Furthermore, an air inlet is provided on the top of the water tank.

[0010] Furthermore, filters are installed at both the rainwater collector's input and air inlet.

[0011] Furthermore, the water tank is connected to an external water source via a connecting pipe.

[0012] This utility model has the following beneficial technical effects:

[0013] 1. This utility model improves the ease of use of the device by setting up water pipes and nozzles to collect water in the water tank for irrigating vegetation.

[0014] 2. This utility model combines a drip irrigation system and a photovoltaic support. The support foundation can serve as both a fixing device for the support and a water tank for the drip irrigation system, allowing for mutual utilization and reducing redundant components. Furthermore, the water source can come from natural rainwater, saving resources, or can be freely supplied through pipes, making operation convenient.

[0015] 3. This utility model combines a drip irrigation system with a photovoltaic support frame to drip irrigate plants planted under the photovoltaic support frame, achieving power generation on the frame and planting underneath. It can be applied to projects such as agricultural-photovoltaic integration and photovoltaic desertification control. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the impeller structure.

[0019] The markings in the attached diagram are as follows:

[0020] 1. Fixing device; 2. Water tank; 3. Rainwater collector; 4. First bracket; 5. Second bracket; 6. Connecting frame; 61. Water pipe; 62. Sprinkler head; 7. Photovoltaic panel; 8. Diagonal brace; 9. Water pump; 10. Water supply pipe; 11. Air inlet; 12. Vegetation; 13. U-shaped steel; 14. Connecting pipe. Detailed Implementation

[0021] 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.

[0022] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] See Figures 1-3The multifunctional photovoltaic support in this embodiment includes a water tank 2 installed underground. The input end of the water tank 2 is connected to the bottom end of a rainwater collector 3. The top of the rainwater collector 3 is funnel-shaped. A photovoltaic panel 7 is inclinedly installed on the top of the water tank 2. The bottom end of the photovoltaic panel 7 is located above the rainwater collector 3. A connecting frame 6 is fixed to the bottom of the photovoltaic panel 7 by a U-shaped steel 13. The bottom of the connecting frame 6 is fixed to a first support 4 and a second support 5. The first support 4 is shorter than the second support 5. Multiple nozzles 62 are provided at the bottom of the connecting frame 6. The nozzles 62 are connected to the output end of a water pipe 61. The input end of the water pipe 61 is connected to a water supply pipe 10 after passing through the connecting frame 6 and the second support 5 in sequence. The water supply pipe 10 is connected to a water pump 9 inside the water tank 2.

[0024] This embodiment of the multifunctional photovoltaic support system adopts an integrated design, organically combining power generation and rainwater utilization. An underground water tank 2 receives and stores rainwater via a rainwater collector 3. The photovoltaic panels 7, installed at an angle on top of the tank, are fixed by U-shaped steel 13. A sprinkler head 62 is located at the bottom of the connecting frame 6, connected to a water pump 9 and water pipes 61 within the water tank 2, forming a water system. The main support structure is supported by a steel truss, providing both wind and earthquake resistance. The entire system achieves rapid installation through modular components, supports remote monitoring and intelligent operation and maintenance, and realizes water resource recycling and equipment self-maintenance while improving power generation efficiency.

[0025] Furthermore, diagonal braces 8 are fixed between the first bracket 4, the second bracket 5, and the connecting frame 6.

[0026] The diagonal brace 8 reinforces the connecting frame 6 and the support, improving the overall stability of the device.

[0027] Furthermore, a retainer 1 is fixed to the bottom of the water tank 2.

[0028] The upper structure, such as the water tank 2, is reinforced by fixing device 1.

[0029] Furthermore, an air inlet 11 is provided on the top of the water tank 2.

[0030] The air inlet 11 is a funnel-shaped device formed by pressing steel plates, which can provide air to the water tank 2.

[0031] Furthermore, both the input end of the rainwater collector 3 and the air inlet 11 are equipped with filters.

[0032] The filter screen can filter out impurities such as sand and gravel, preventing them from contaminating the inside of water tank 2.

[0033] Furthermore, water tank 2 is connected to an external water source via connecting pipe 14.

[0034] In addition to rainwater, water can be added to the water tank 2 through the connecting pipe 14 and used to irrigate the vegetation 12.

[0035] The method of using this utility model is as follows:

[0036] When it rains, the underground water tank 2 receives and stores rainwater through the rainwater collector 3; when it is sunny, the photovoltaic panel 7 installed at the top generates electricity to power the entire device. The bottom of the connecting frame 6 is equipped with a nozzle 62, which is connected to the water pump 9 and water pipe 61 in the water tank 2 to form a water system. When it is necessary to water the vegetation 12, the water pump 9 will transport water through the water pipe 10 and water pipe 61 to the nozzle 62, and spray it out through the nozzle 62 to irrigate the vegetation 12.

[0037] The embodiments described above merely illustrate specific implementations of this utility model, and while the descriptions are detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of this utility model patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these modifications and improvements all fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A multifunctional photovoltaic support, comprising a water tank (2) arranged underground, an input end of the water tank (2) being in communication with a bottom end of a rainwater collector (3), a top end of the rainwater collector (3) being funnel-shaped, a photovoltaic panel (7) being arranged obliquely on a top of the water tank (2), a bottom end of the photovoltaic panel (7) being arranged above the rainwater collector (3), characterized in that, A connecting frame (6) is fixed to the bottom of the photovoltaic panel (7) by a U-shaped steel (13). The bottom of the connecting frame (6) is fixed to the first bracket (4) and the second bracket (5). The first bracket (4) is shorter than the second bracket (5). Multiple nozzles (62) are provided at the bottom of the connecting frame (6). The nozzles (62) are connected to the output end of the water pipe (61). The input end of the water pipe (61) is connected to the water supply pipe (10) after passing through the connecting frame (6) and the second bracket (5). The water supply pipe (10) is connected to the water pump (9) in the water tank (2).

2. The multifunctional photovoltaic bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, Diagonal braces (8) are fixed between the first bracket (4), the second bracket (5), and the connecting frame (6).

3. A multifunctional photovoltaic bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the water tank (2) is fixed with a fixing device (1).

4. A multifunctional photovoltaic bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, An air inlet (11) is provided on the top of the water tank (2).

5. A multifunctional photovoltaic bracket according to claim 4, characterized in that, The rainwater collector (3) has filters at its input end and air inlet (11).

6. A multifunctional photovoltaic bracket according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water tank (2) is connected to an external water source through a connecting pipe (14).

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