Heliostat transfer device
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- RIYIN LIGHTING TECH (SHANGHAI) CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-12
AI Technical Summary
Existing heliostats are prone to tipping over and friction damage during transport, and existing equipment is ineffective in preventing shaking and wear.
A heliostat transport device was designed, including a stabilizing mechanism and a base. By adopting a connecting stabilizing mechanism, components such as connecting rings, connecting frames, limiting posts and sponge pads are used to prevent heliostats from rubbing against each other during transport. The operation of the equipment is controlled by a control mechanism, which reduces the difficulty of operation.
This method prevents heliostats from rubbing and wearing each other during transport, reduces operational difficulty, and improves the safety and reliability of heliostats.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of heliostat technology, specifically a heliostat transport device. Background Technology
[0002] A heliostat is an optical device that reflects the light from the sun or other celestial bodies in a fixed direction; it is also called a star-fixing mirror. Its function is similar to that of a celestial fixation mirror, but it uses a plane mirror placed in an equatorial device, allowing for movement in the direction of declination.
[0003] Heliostats come in various shapes and sizes. In particular, when transporting pot-shaped heliostats to a specific location for installation, the current method is to stack the heliostats on top of each other and then use trailers or other transportation equipment for transport. During this process, the heliostats are prone to tipping over due to their curved bottoms. Furthermore, transporting stacked heliostats upside down also generates vibrations, causing the heliostats to rub against each other and thus damaging the mirror surface. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of existing handling equipment, which is prone to tipping over when handling heliostats, and the fact that stacking heliostats upside down during handling also generates vibrations that cause friction between the heliostats, thereby damaging the mirror surface.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:
[0006] A heliostat transport device includes a heliostat body and a base. Two symmetrically arranged connecting columns are fixedly connected to the top of the base, and a stabilizing frame is fixedly connected to the top of each connecting column. Each connecting column has a connecting groove extending downwards from its top, and a sliding groove extending from its opposite side. A control mechanism is fixedly connected to the top of each connecting column, and the bottom of each control mechanism is movably connected to the bottom of the connecting groove via a bearing. A transport stabilizing mechanism is arranged directly below the stabilizing frame and is fixedly connected to the control mechanism. The heliostat body is placed inside the transport stabilizing mechanism.
[0007] Furthermore, the transfer stabilization mechanism includes a connecting ring, a connecting frame, a limiting post, and a sponge pad. Several connecting rings are provided, and the connecting frame is arc-shaped and fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting ring in a cross shape. The sponge pad is pot-shaped and fixedly connected to the surface of the connecting frame. The bottom end of the limiting post is fixedly connected to the inside of the connecting frame directly above the connection point.
[0008] Furthermore, a limiting hole is provided at the bottom center of the connecting frame, and the limiting hole extends upward into the interior of the limiting post, and the limiting hole is adapted to the limiting post.
[0009] Furthermore, the heliostat body is placed on the surface of the sponge pad, and the top of the limiting post extends into the interior of the heliostat body.
[0010] Furthermore, the control mechanism includes a drive rod, a sprocket, a chain, a handle, a slider, and a drive bar. There are two drive rods. The sprocket is fixedly connected to the top of the drive rod and is connected by chain drive. The handle is fixedly connected to the axis of one of the sprockets. Several sliders are symmetrically sleeved on the outside of the drive rod. The drive bar is folded and its two ends are movably connected to one side of two adjacent sliders through pivots.
[0011] Furthermore, the bottom end of each drive rod passes through the top end of the connecting column and is movably connected to the bottom end of the connecting groove via a rotating shaft. The outer side of each drive rod is threaded. The topmost slider is movably connected to the outer side of the drive rod via the thread, and the middle sliders are all sleeved on the outer side of the drive rod. The bottommost slider is movably connected to the outer side of the drive rod via a bearing.
[0012] Furthermore, each of the connecting bars is fixedly connected to a connecting bar at one end near the connecting post, and the side of the connecting bar away from the connecting ring passes through the slide groove and is fixedly connected to the inner side of the corresponding slider.
[0013] Compared with existing technologies, this heliostat transport device has the following advantages:
[0014] I. This utility model utilizes a transfer stabilization mechanism. A connecting ring moves along the trajectory of a slider. During this process, when the slider pulls the drive bar opening to its limit, the bottom end of the drive bar pulls another slider to slide upwards on the outside of the drive rod, following its trajectory. The connecting ring connected to it moves along the trajectory, and simultaneously, the limiting hole disengages from the bottom limiting post. After all the connecting rings are fully extended, the center hole of the heliostat body can be aligned with the limiting post, and the heliostats can be placed on the surface of sponge pads of different heights in sequence. Then, the handle is rotated in the opposite direction, causing the slider to move downwards and bring the connecting rings closer together. At this point, the limiting hole inserts into the top of the limiting post, which facilitates the separation and stacking of the heliostats during transport, preventing friction between the heliostats and causing mirror wear when the handling equipment shakes.
[0015] II. This utility model, through its control mechanism, uses a handle to drive a sprocket, which in turn drives another sprocket via a chain. At this time, both drive rods rotate simultaneously, and the top slider is driven by the thread to slide towards the top of the drive rod. Then, the connecting ring moves along the slider's trajectory. During this process, when the slider pulls the drive bar opening to its limit, the bottom end of the drive bar pulls another slider to slide upwards on the outside of the drive rod, following its trajectory. This facilitates the control of the equipment, reduces the difficulty of operation, and makes it easier to remove and stack heliostats.
[0016] Other advantages, objectives and features of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be apparent to those skilled in the art from the following examination or study, or may be taught from the practice of this invention. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.
[0018] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention viewed from below.
[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the control mechanism and the transfer stabilization mechanism of this utility model.
[0020] Figure 4 This utility model Figure 2 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.
[0021] In the diagram: 1. Heliostat body; 2. Base; 3. Connecting post; 4. Stabilizer; 5. Connecting groove; 6. Slide groove; 7. Control mechanism; 701. Drive rod; 702. Sprocket; 703. Chain; 704. Handle; 705. Slider; 706. Drive bar; 8. Transfer stabilization mechanism; 801. Connecting ring; 802. Connecting frame; 803. Limiting post; 804. Sponge pad; 9. Limiting hole. Detailed Implementation
[0022] 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.
[0023] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows: a heliostat transport device, including a heliostat body 1 and a base 2. Two symmetrically arranged connecting columns 3 are fixedly connected to the top of the base 2, and a stabilizing frame 4 is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting columns 3. The top of each connecting column 3 is provided with a connecting groove 5 facing downwards, and a sliding groove 6 is provided on the opposite side of the connecting column 3. A control mechanism 7 is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting column 3, and the bottom of the control mechanism 7 is movably connected to the bottom of the connecting groove 5 through a bearing. A transport stabilizing mechanism 8 is provided directly below the stabilizing frame 4, and the transport stabilizing mechanism 8 is fixedly connected to the control mechanism 7. The heliostat body 1 is placed inside the transport stabilizing mechanism 8.
[0024] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the transfer stabilization mechanism 8 includes a connecting ring 801, a connecting frame 802, a limiting post 803, and a sponge pad 804. Several connecting rings 801 are provided, and the connecting frame 802 is arc-shaped and fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting ring 801 in a cross shape. The sponge pad 804 is pot-shaped and fixedly connected to the surface of the connecting frame 802. The bottom end of the limiting post 803 is fixedly connected to the top of the connection point inside the connecting frame 802. A limiting hole 9 is opened at the center of the bottom of the connecting frame 802, and the limiting hole extends upward into the interior of the limiting post 803. The limiting hole 9 is adapted to the limiting post 803. The heliostat body 1 is placed on the surface of the sponge pad 804, and the top end of the limiting post 803 extends into the interior of the heliostat body 1.
[0025] The connecting ring 801 moves along the trajectory of the slider 705. During this process, when the slider 705 pulls the opening of the drive bar 706 to its limit, the bottom end of the drive bar 706 pulls another slider 705 to slide upward on the outside of the drive rod 701, following its trajectory. The connecting ring 801 connected to it moves along the trajectory. At the same time, the limiting hole 9 disengages from the bottom limiting post 803. After the connecting ring 801 is fully opened, the center hole of the heliostat body 1 can be aligned with the limiting post 803, and the sponge pads 804 of different heights can be placed on the surface in sequence. Then, the handle 704 is rotated in the opposite direction, so that the slider 705 moves downward to drive the connecting ring 801 closer to each other. At this time, the limiting hole 9 is inserted into the top of the limiting post 803, which is conducive to facilitating the stacking of the heliostats during transportation and preventing the heliostats from rubbing against each other and causing mirror wear when the handling equipment shakes.
[0026] like Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the control mechanism 7 includes a drive rod 701, a sprocket 702, a chain 703, a handle 704, a slider 705, and a drive bar 706. Two drive rods 701 are provided. The sprocket 702 is fixedly connected to the top of the drive rod 701 and is driven by the chain 703. The handle 704 is fixedly connected to the axis of one of the sprockets 702. Several sliders 705 are symmetrically fitted onto the outside of the drive rod 701. The drive bar 706 is folded, and its two ends are movably connected to one side of two adjacent sliders 705 via pivots. The bottom of the drive rod 701... All ends of the connecting rod 701 are connected to the bottom of the connecting groove 5 via a rotating shaft through the top of the connecting post 3. The outer side of the driving rod 701 is threaded. The topmost slider 705 is connected to the outer side of the driving rod 701 via the thread, and the middle sliders 705 are all sleeved on the outer side of the driving rod 701. The bottommost slider 705 is connected to the outer side of the driving rod 701 via a bearing. The end of the connecting ring 801 near the connecting post 3 is fixedly connected to a connecting strip, and the side of the connecting strip away from the connecting ring 801 passes through the slide groove 6 and is fixedly connected to the inner side of the corresponding slider 705.
[0027] By driving the sprocket 702 through the handle 704, another sprocket 702 is driven by the chain 703. At this time, the two drive rods 701 rotate simultaneously. Subsequently, the top slider 705 is driven by the thread to slide towards the top of the drive rod 701. Then, the connecting ring 801 moves along the trajectory of the slider 705. During this process, when the slider 705 pulls the drive bar 706 to its limit, the bottom end of the drive bar 706 pulls the other slider 705 to slide upward on the outside of the drive rod 701 along its trajectory. This facilitates the control of the equipment operation, reduces the difficulty of operation, and also facilitates the removal and stacking of heliostats.
[0028] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:
[0029] In use, the handle 704 drives the sprocket 702, which in turn drives another sprocket 702 via the chain 703. At this time, the two drive rods 701 rotate simultaneously. Consequently, the top slider 705 is driven by the thread to slide towards the top of the drive rod 701. Then, the connecting ring 801 moves along the trajectory of the slider 705. During this process, when the slider 705 pulls the drive bar 706 to its limit, the bottom end of the drive bar 706 pulls the other slider 705 to slide upwards on the outside of the drive rod 701, following its trajectory. The connecting ring 801 connected to it moves along the trajectory. At the same time, the limiting hole 9 disengages from the bottom limiting post 803. After the connecting ring 801 is fully opened, the center hole of the heliostat body 1 can be aligned with the limiting post 803. The different layers of sponge pads 804 are then placed on the surface. Then, the handle 704 is rotated in the opposite direction, causing the slider 705 to move downwards and bring the connecting rings 801 closer together. At this time, the limiting hole 9 is inserted into the top of the limiting post 803.
[0030] It should be noted that in this document, the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used solely for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. The terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Furthermore, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "fixed," "installed," "connected," and "linked" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "installed" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; "connected" can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; "linked" can be a direct connection, an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.
[0031] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A heliostat transport device, comprising a heliostat body (1) and a base (2), characterized in that, The base (2) has two symmetrically arranged connecting columns (3) fixedly connected to its top end, and a stabilizing frame (4) is fixedly connected to the top end of the connecting columns (3). The top end of each connecting column (3) is provided with a connecting groove (5) facing downwards, and a sliding groove (6) is provided on the opposite side of the connecting column (3). The top end of the connecting column (3) is fixedly connected with a control mechanism (7), and the bottom end of the control mechanism (7) is movably connected to the bottom end of the connecting groove (5) through a bearing. A transfer stabilizing mechanism (8) is provided directly below the stabilizing frame (4), and the transfer stabilizing mechanism (8) is fixedly connected to the control mechanism (7). The heliostat body (1) is placed inside the transfer stabilizing mechanism (8).
2. The heliostat transport device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transfer stabilization mechanism (8) includes a connecting ring (801), a connecting frame (802), a limiting post (803), and a sponge pad (804). Several connecting rings (801) are provided, and the connecting frame (802) is arc-shaped and fixedly connected to the bottom of the connecting ring (801) in a cross shape. The sponge pad (804) is pot-shaped and fixedly connected to the surface of the connecting frame (802). The bottom end of the limiting post (803) is fixedly connected to the top of the connection point inside the connecting frame (802).
3. The heliostat transport device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The bottom center of the connecting frame (802) has a limiting hole (9) and the limiting hole extends upward into the interior of the limiting post (803). The limiting hole (9) is adapted to the limiting post (803).
4. The heliostat transport device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The heliostat body (1) is placed on the surface of the sponge pad (804), and the top of the limiting post (803) extends into the interior of the heliostat body (1).
5. The heliostat transport device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control mechanism (7) includes a drive rod (701), a sprocket (702), a chain (703), a handle (704), a slider (705), and a drive bar (706). There are two drive rods (701). The sprocket (702) is fixedly connected to the top of the drive rod (701) and is connected by the chain (703). The handle (704) is fixedly connected to the axis of one of the sprockets (702). Several sliders (705) are symmetrically arranged on the outside of the drive rod (701). The drive bar (706) is folded and its two ends are movably connected to one side of two adjacent sliders (705) through a rotating shaft.
6. The heliostat transport device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The bottom end of each drive rod (701) passes through the top end of the connecting column (3) and is movably connected to the bottom end of the connecting groove (5) via a rotating shaft. The outer side of each drive rod (701) is threaded. The topmost slider (705) is movably connected to the outer side of the drive rod (701) via a thread. The middle sliders (705) are all sleeved on the outer side of the drive rod (701). The bottommost slider (705) is movably connected to the outer side of the drive rod (701) via a bearing.
7. The heliostat transport device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The end of each connecting ring (801) near the connecting post (3) is fixedly connected to a connecting strip, and the side of the connecting strip away from the connecting ring (801) passes through the slide groove (6) and is fixedly connected to the inner side of the corresponding slider (705).