Cleaning assembly and photovoltaic panel cleaning trolley thereof
By designing a rotatable cleaning brush and connecting rod assembly, the problem of cleaning obstacles in raised areas of the photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle was solved, achieving smooth cleaning and improved safety.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- NANNING HUISHI TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-29
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-19
AI Technical Summary
When the existing photovoltaic panel cleaning cart encounters a protrusion at the joint of two photovoltaic panels, the cleaning brush head is easily obstructed, affecting the cleaning effect.
A cleaning assembly has been designed, including a cleaning brush and a connecting rod, which can be quickly connected to a photovoltaic panel cleaning cart via a connecting arm. The cleaning brush and connecting rod can rotate to accommodate protrusions to avoid bumps, and are equipped with an ultrasonic probe to sense the edges of the photovoltaic panels to prevent them from falling from heights.
The cleaning components can adaptively lift when encountering raised areas to avoid bumps and ensure smooth movement. At the same time, the ultrasonic probe senses the edges to prevent falls from heights, improving safety and extending the equipment's lifespan.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of photovoltaic panel cleaning technology, and specifically relates to cleaning components and photovoltaic panel cleaning carts. Background Technology
[0002] Photovoltaic power generation is a technology that uses the photovoltaic effect of semiconductors to directly convert light energy into electrical energy. The core component is the photovoltaic panel. Over time, dust, bird droppings, and other pollutants accumulate on the surface of photovoltaic panels, corroding the encapsulating glass and blocking sunlight, thus reducing the panel's photoelectric conversion efficiency. Therefore, photovoltaic panels require regular cleaning.
[0003] Typically, cleaning carts use a tracked structure for movement and a motor-driven cleaning roller brush. The travel path is carefully planned to coordinate with the cleaning brush head for cleaning operations. However, existing cleaning carts install the cleaning brush head by manually adjusting the angle and fixing it in place. When encountering protrusions at the joint of two photovoltaic panels, the cleaning brush head may be obstructed, affecting its cleaning effectiveness. Utility Model Content
[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, this invention provides a cleaning component and its photovoltaic panel cleaning trolley, which solves the problem that the cleaning brush head is obstructed when the existing cleaning trolley encounters a protrusion at the joint of two photovoltaic panels.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:
[0006] A cleaning component and its photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle, comprising:
[0007] A cleaning brush, which is driven to rotate by a drive component, is provided with a water spray section; and,
[0008] A connecting rod is disposed on the side opposite to the water spray section of the cleaning brush and is parallel to the cleaning brush. A connecting plate is disposed between the connecting rod and the cleaning brush. The cleaning brush is rotatably connected to the connecting plate. A connecting arm is rotatably disposed on the connecting rod.
[0009] Preferably, the connecting arm includes a first connecting part and a second connecting part, one end of the second connecting part is rotatably connected to the first connecting part, and the other end is fixedly connected to the connecting rod.
[0010] Preferably, one end of the second connecting part is provided with a plug-in end, and the other end is provided with a locking ring for connecting the connecting rod. The first connecting part has a slot, the plug-in end is inserted into the slot and limited by a pin.
[0011] Preferably, it also includes a brush cover, which has a semi-circular structure and covers the periphery of the cleaning brush, and both ends of the brush cover are connected to the connecting rod.
[0012] Preferably, the connecting plate has a first connecting end and a second connecting end. The first connecting end is provided with a fastening ring, and the second connecting end is provided with a limit hole corresponding to the rotation axis of the cleaning brush. The periphery of the second connecting end is provided with an arc-shaped connecting strip corresponding to the brush cover.
[0013] Preferably, the brush cover is provided with a U-shaped connecting seat corresponding to the water spraying part, the U-shaped connecting seat is set at an angle to the ground, and the nozzle of the water spraying part is fixedly connected to the U-shaped connecting seat.
[0014] Preferably, the nozzles are provided in 6 groups, evenly distributed on the U-shaped connector, and the water spraying part also includes a water pipe, one end of which is connected to a water source and the other end of which is connected to the nozzle.
[0015] Preferably, an ultrasonic probe is provided around the periphery of the water spray section, and the ultrasonic probe is used to sense the edge of the area where the photovoltaic panel is laid; two sets of ultrasonic probes are provided and are staggered from the water spray section.
[0016] Another objective of this utility model is to provide a photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle, which includes a vehicle body and a water tank. The aforementioned cleaning components are disposed on both sides of the vehicle body via the connecting arms and rotate relative to the vehicle body. The water spray unit is connected to the water tank.
[0017] Compared with existing technologies, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0018] 1. The cleaning component includes a cleaning brush and a connecting rod. The connecting rod is quickly connected to the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart via a connecting arm. The structure is simple and easy to assemble and disassemble. When the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart encounters a raised area during the cleaning process of the photovoltaic panel, the cleaning brush and the connecting rod rotate together with the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart according to the degree of protrusion to raise their own height, adapt to the scene, avoid bumps and collisions, and move smoothly.
[0019] 2. The front end of the cleaning brush is equipped with an ultrasonic probe to sense whether the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart is at the edge of the photovoltaic panel, so as to prevent it from falling from a height, ensure the personal safety of the staff, and prevent equipment damage. Attached Figure Description
[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the cleaning component of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Exploded view at the angle shown;
[0022] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the cleaning component of this utility model from another angle;
[0023] Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the cleaning component of this utility model from another angle;
[0024] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the cleaning component of this utility model applied to a photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle;
[0025] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 Enlarged view of point A in the middle.
[0026] In the attached diagram, 1-cleaning brush, 11-motor, 2-connecting rod, 21-limiting plate, 22-second connecting part, 221-plug end, 222-plug hole, 223-locking ring, 23-first connecting part, 231-slot, 3-water spraying part, 31-water pipe, 32-spray head, 4-ultrasonic probe, 5-connecting plate, 51-first connecting end, 52-second connecting end, 6-brush cover, 7-arc connecting strip, 8-U-shaped connecting seat, 9-photovoltaic panel cleaning cart, 91-car body, 92-water tank, 93-controller, 94-water pump. Detailed Implementation
[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions and advantages of this utility model clearer, the embodiments of this utility model will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0028] Where the following description relates to the accompanying drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with this invention. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses and methods consistent with some aspects of this invention as detailed in the appended claims.
[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances. Furthermore, in the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "multiple" refers to two or more. "And / or" describes the relationship between related objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. The character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following related objects have an "or" relationship.
[0030] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.
[0031] To resolve the above issues, please refer to [link / reference]. Figures 1 to 4 This utility model provides a cleaning component and its photovoltaic panel cleaning trolley, including a cleaning brush 1 and a connecting rod 2. The cleaning brush 1 is driven to roll by a drive component. The cleaning brush 1 is provided with a water spray section 3, and an ultrasonic probe 4 is provided around the water spray section 3. The ultrasonic probe 4 is used to sense the edge of the area where the photovoltaic panel is laid. The connecting rod 2 is located on the opposite side of the cleaning brush 1 where the water spray section 3 is located, and is parallel to the cleaning brush 1. A connecting plate 5 is provided between the connecting rod 2 and the cleaning brush 1. The cleaning brush 1 is rotatably connected to the connecting plate 5. A connecting arm 10 is rotatably provided on the connecting rod 2. When the photovoltaic panel cleaning trolley 9 encounters a raised area during the cleaning of the photovoltaic panel, the cleaning component rotates relative to the photovoltaic panel cleaning trolley according to the degree of protrusion to raise its own height, adapt to the scene, and avoid bumps.
[0032] In optional embodiments, such as Figure 6 As shown, the connecting arm includes a first connecting part 23 and a second connecting part 22. One end of the second connecting part 22 is rotatably connected to the first connecting part 23, and the other end is fixedly connected to the connecting rod 2. One end of the second connecting part 22 is provided with a plug-in end 221, and the other end is provided with a locking ring 223. The locking ring 223 is open; after the connecting rod 2 passes through the locking ring 223, a screw is used to lock the opening, achieving a stable connection between the connecting rod and the connecting arm. The first connecting part 23 has a slot 231, and the plug-in end 221 has a plug hole 222. The plug-in end 221 is inserted into the slot 231 and limited by a pin. The other end of the first connecting part 23 is connected to both sides of the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart, allowing the cleaning component to rotate relative to the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart. In this embodiment, two sets of connecting arms are provided and located between the connecting plates 5. The two connecting arms also serve to balance the cleaning component.
[0033] In optional embodiments, such as Figure 2As shown, it also includes a brush cover 6, which has a semi-circular structure covering the periphery of the cleaning brush 1. Both ends of the brush cover 6 are connected to the connecting rod 2. The length of the brush cover 6 is greater than the length of the cleaning brush 1, and the coverage area of the brush cover 6 is greater than half the periphery of the cleaning brush 1, effectively preventing splashed liquid and dust from contaminating the cleaned area during cleaning. Furthermore, the connecting plate 5 has a first connecting end 51 and a second connecting end 52. The first connecting end 51 has a fastening ring, and the second connecting end 52 has a limiting hole corresponding to the rotation axis of the cleaning brush 1. An arc-shaped connecting strip 7 corresponding to the brush cover 6 is provided on the periphery of the second connecting end 52. The connecting plate 5 and the arc-shaped connecting strip 7 are integrally formed, providing good connection strength and supporting the installation of the brush cover 6. The curvature of the arc-shaped connecting strip 7 matches and fits the curvature of the brush cover 6, and the arc-shaped connecting strip 7 is connected to the brush cover 6 with screws. The fastening ring is open, and the connecting rod 2 is inserted into the fastening ring through the opening and locked with screws. In order to prevent the cleaning brush 1 from moving along the length of the connecting rod 2, a limiting plate 21 is provided on the connecting rod 2. The limiting plate 21 is located on both sides of the first connecting end 51 of one side of the connecting plate 5.
[0034] In optional embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, the brush cover 6 is provided with a U-shaped connecting seat 8 corresponding to the water spray section 3 and the ultrasonic probe 4. The U-shaped connecting seat 8 is set at an angle to the ground. The nozzle 32 of the water spray section 3 and the ultrasonic probe 4 are fixedly connected to the U-shaped connecting seat 8. There are 6 sets of nozzles 32, which are evenly distributed on the U-shaped connecting seat 8. The water spray section 3 also includes a water pipe 31, one end of which is connected to a water source and the other end is connected to the nozzle 32. There are 2 sets of ultrasonic probes 4, which are staggered from the nozzles 32. The U-shaped connecting seat 8 is connected to the brush cover 6 by screws. The U-shaped connecting seat 8 has a mounting hole corresponding to the water spray section 3. The nozzle 32 passes through the mounting hole and is connected to the U-shaped connecting seat 8 by screws. The water outlet surfaces of the ultrasonic probe 4 and the nozzle 32 face the surface of the photovoltaic panel. During the cleaning process of the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart 9, the ultrasonic probe 4 continuously senses whether the photovoltaic panel has moved to the edge. When the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart 9 moves to the edge of the laid photovoltaic panel, the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart 9 will stop automatically or manually according to the sensing results to prevent the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart 9 from falling from the edge of the photovoltaic panel, reduce the risk of falling from a height, ensure the safety of the staff, and avoid equipment damage.
[0035] Reference Figure 5This utility model also proposes a photovoltaic panel cleaning cart 9, which includes a main body 91 and a water tank 92. Cleaning components are disposed on both sides of the main body 91. The water spray unit 3 is connected to the water tank 92. The specific structure of the cleaning components is as described in the above embodiments. Since this photovoltaic panel cleaning cart 9 adopts all the technical solutions of all the above embodiments, it has at least all the beneficial effects brought about by the technical solutions of the above embodiments, which will not be described in detail here. Furthermore, the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart 9 also includes a controller 93 and a water pump 94. The water pump 94 and the driving component of the cleaning brush 1 are electrically connected to the controller 93. The controller 93 is communicatively connected to a remote control held by the operator. Water in the water tank 92 enters the nozzle 32 through the water pump 94 and water pipe 31 and is sprayed out. The controller 93 controls the driving component to drive the cleaning brush 1 to roll. In this embodiment, the driving component is a motor 11.
[0036] In summary, the cleaning assembly includes a cleaning brush 1 and a connecting rod 2. The connecting rod 2 is quickly connected to the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart 9 via a connecting arm. The structure is simple and easy to assemble and disassemble. When the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart 9 encounters a raised area during the cleaning process of the photovoltaic panel, the cleaning brush 1 and the connecting rod 2 rotate together relative to the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart according to the degree of protrusion to raise their own height, adapt to the scene, avoid bumps, and ensure smooth movement. The front end of the cleaning brush 1 is equipped with an ultrasonic probe 4 to sense whether the photovoltaic panel cleaning cart 9 is at the edge of the photovoltaic panel, preventing it from falling from a height, ensuring the personal safety of the staff, and preventing equipment damage; thus improving work efficiency.
[0037] In the accompanying drawings of this embodiment, the same or similar reference numerals correspond to the same or similar components. In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that if terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, they are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and 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, the terms used to describe positional relationships in the drawings are only for illustrative purposes and should not be construed as limiting this utility model. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0038] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A cleaning component, characterized in that, include: A cleaning brush that is driven to roll by a drive component, the cleaning brush being equipped with a water spray section; and, A connecting rod is disposed on the side opposite to the water spray section of the cleaning brush and is parallel to the cleaning brush. A connecting plate is disposed between the connecting rod and the cleaning brush. The cleaning brush is rotatably connected to the connecting plate. A connecting arm is rotatably disposed on the connecting rod.
2. The cleaning component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting arm includes a first connecting part and a second connecting part. One end of the second connecting part is rotatably connected to the first connecting part, and the other end is fixedly connected to the connecting rod.
3. The cleaning component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second connecting part has a plug end at one end and a locking ring at the other end for connecting the connecting rod. The first connecting part has a slot, the plug end is inserted into the slot and is limited by a pin.
4. The cleaning component according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a brush cover, which has a semi-circular structure and covers the periphery of the cleaning brush. Both ends of the brush cover are connected to the connecting rod.
5. The cleaning component according to claim 4, characterized in that, The connecting plate has a first connecting end and a second connecting end. The first connecting end is provided with a fastening ring, and the second connecting end is provided with a limit hole corresponding to the rotation axis of the cleaning brush. The periphery of the second connecting end is provided with an arc-shaped connecting strip corresponding to the brush cover.
6. The cleaning component according to claim 4, characterized in that, The brush cover is provided with a U-shaped connecting seat corresponding to the water spraying part. The U-shaped connecting seat is set at an angle to the ground, and the nozzle of the water spraying part is fixedly connected to the U-shaped connecting seat.
7. The cleaning component according to claim 6, characterized in that, The nozzles are provided in 6 groups, evenly distributed on the U-shaped connector. The water spraying part also includes a water pipe, one end of which is connected to a water source and the other end is connected to the nozzle.
8. The cleaning component according to claim 1, characterized in that, An ultrasonic probe is provided around the water spray section. The ultrasonic probe is used to sense the edge of the area where the photovoltaic panel is laid. There are two sets of ultrasonic probes, which are staggered from the water spray section.
9. A photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle, characterized in that, It includes the cleaning component as described in any one of claims 1 to 8.
10. The photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle according to claim 9, characterized in that, The photovoltaic panel cleaning vehicle includes a vehicle body and a water tank. The cleaning components are disposed on both sides of the vehicle body via the connecting arms and rotate relative to the vehicle body. The water spray unit is connected to the water tank.