Novel supporting structure
By designing a novel support structure and combining support units and contact components, the problem of photovoltaic cleaning robots tilting or tipping over in complex terrain has been solved, enabling stable movement and efficient cleaning operations on undulating terrain.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- JIANGSU ZHIXIANG ENERGY TECH CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-16
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-19
AI Technical Summary
The traditional support structure of existing photovoltaic cleaning robots is difficult to provide stable support on photovoltaic sites with varying elevations, which can easily cause the robot to tilt or tip over.
A new support structure is adopted, including a support unit, a contact component, and a bending component. The S-shaped structure and inner arc surface design of the balancer, combined with the inclined surface and groove structure of the contact part, enhance the stability and balance of the machine head, and ensure smooth movement through the auxiliary brush and guide wheel.
It effectively reduces the risk of the machine tipping over, ensures stable translation of the equipment in complex terrain, improves the balance and movement efficiency of the machine body, reduces wear and noise, and extends the service life of the equipment.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of photovoltaic cleaning robot support, and in particular to a novel support structure. Background Technology
[0002] A photovoltaic cleaning robot is an intelligent device that uses automated equipment to clean dust and dirt from the surface of photovoltaic panels. It typically consists of a walking mechanism, a cleaning mechanism, and a control system, and can move autonomously between photovoltaic arrays to achieve efficient cleaning operations.
[0003] The head units at both ends of the device are core components, responsible for driving, steering, and support functions, and directly affect the robot's motion stability and cleaning performance.
[0004] Currently, the robot heads used for photovoltaic cleaning robots mostly adopt traditional support structures, such as rigid brackets combined with rollers or tracks. Although these can meet basic movement needs, they are difficult to provide stable support on uneven photovoltaic sites, which can easily lead to the robot tilting or even tipping over during operation. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of embodiments of the present invention and to briefly describe some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention.
[0006] In view of the problems existing in the above-mentioned novel support structure, this utility model is proposed.
[0007] Therefore, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a new type of support structure, which solves the problem that "the robot heads used for photovoltaic cleaning robots mostly adopt traditional support structures, such as rigid brackets combined with rollers or tracks. Although these can meet basic movement requirements, they are difficult to provide stable support in photovoltaic sites with varying elevations, which can easily lead to the robot tilting or even tipping over during operation".
[0008] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides the following technical solution: including:
[0009] Machine head;
[0010] A support unit is disposed on the machine head and is used to support and constrain the machine head.
[0011] The contact component and the bending component are both mounted on the support unit and are used to provide auxiliary support for the machine head.
[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the novel support structure described in this utility model, the support unit includes two balancers, both of which are fixedly connected to the rear seat of the machine head by multiple bolts. The two balancers are symmetrically arranged, and each of the two balancers has multiple inner arc surfaces that correspond to each other. Both balancers have an S-shaped structure.
[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the novel support structure described in this utility model, the contact component includes two contact parts, both of which are fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the corresponding balancer. The two side surfaces of the two contact parts are both inclined, and multiple grooves with square cross-sections are provided on the two contact parts.
[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the novel support structure described in this utility model, the bending component includes two bending portions, both of which are extension bends at the connection surface of the balancer, and the top of the two bending portions is higher than one side surface of the balancer, and both bending portions are arranged in an arc shape.
[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the novel support structure described in this utility model, two auxiliary brushes are rotatably connected to one side surface of the machine head, and the rotation range of the two auxiliary brushes is matched with the corresponding inner arc surface.
[0016] In a preferred embodiment of the novel support structure described in this utility model, the bottom surface of the machine head is fixedly connected with an anti-disengagement hook, and the bottom surface of the machine head is rotatably connected with two guide wheels.
[0017] In a preferred embodiment of the novel support structure described in this utility model, a main beam connecting sleeve is fixedly connected to the machine head, and a main beam is disposed inside the main beam connecting sleeve.
[0018] As a preferred embodiment of the novel support structure described in this utility model, a motor is fixedly connected to one side surface of the machine head, a traveling wheel is rotatably connected to the side surface of the machine head away from the motor, a flange end cover is fixedly connected to one side surface of the traveling wheel, and a main shaft is fixedly connected to the flange end cover.
[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0020] 1. By using a support unit, the risk of the unicycle head tipping over during operation is reduced. During operation, the bottom of the support unit makes dynamic contact with the frame of the component. When the machine body tends to tilt, the contact force between the component and the frame generates a reverse torque, which quickly counteracts the tipping force, keeping the equipment in a stable translational state and achieving a self-restraint state. As a result, the traveling wheels can roll normally, while the rear seat of the head does not rotate, ensuring the balance of the machine body and making it less prone to tipping over. It also responds to changes in the body posture in real time. Attached Figure Description
[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Among them:
[0022] Figure 1 This is a frontal overall structural diagram of a novel support structure proposed in this utility model;
[0023] Figure 2 This is a side view of the overall structure of a novel support structure proposed in this utility model;
[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the balancer structure proposed in this utility model;
[0025] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the main beam structure proposed in this utility model.
[0026] In the picture:
[0027] 100. Machine head; 101. Secondary brush; 102. Anti-disengagement hook; 103. Guide wheel; 104. Main beam connecting sleeve; 105. Main beam; 106. Motor; 107. Traveling wheel; 108. Flange end cover; 109. Main shaft;
[0028] 200. Support unit; 201. Balancer; 202. Inner arc surface;
[0029] 300, Contact assembly; 301, Contact portion; 302, Groove;
[0030] 400. Bending assembly; 401. Bending section. Detailed Implementation
[0031] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0032] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.
[0033] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single or selective embodiment that excludes other embodiments.
[0034] Secondly, this utility model is described in detail with reference to the schematic diagrams. When describing the embodiments of this utility model, for ease of explanation, the cross-sectional views illustrating the device structure may be partially enlarged, not adhering to the usual scale. Furthermore, the schematic diagrams are merely examples and should not limit the scope of protection of this utility model. In addition, actual manufacturing should include the three-dimensional spatial dimensions of length, width, and depth.
[0035] Example 1
[0036] Reference Figures 1 to 3 This is the first embodiment of the present invention, which provides the following achievable effects:
[0037] Head 100;
[0038] Support unit 200 is disposed on the head 100 and is used to support and constrain the head 100.
[0039] Contact component 300 and bending component 400 are both mounted on support unit 200. Contact component 300 and bending component 400 are used to provide auxiliary support for machine head 100.
[0040] During use, the support unit 200 reduces the risk of the unicycle head 100 tipping over during operation. During operation, its bottom end makes dynamic contact with the component frame. When the machine body tends to tilt, the contact force between the contact component 300 and the frame generates a reverse torque, which quickly counteracts the tipping force, keeping the equipment in a stable translational state and achieving a self-restrained state. As a result, the traveling wheels 107 can roll normally, while the rear seat of the head 100 will not rotate, ensuring the balance of the machine body and making it less prone to tipping over. It also responds to changes in the body posture in real time.
[0041] Example 2
[0042] Reference Figures 1 to 3 This is the second embodiment of the present invention, which differs from the previous embodiment in that...
[0043] The support unit 200 includes two balancers 201. Both balancers 201 are fixedly connected to the rear seat of the head 100 by multiple bolts. The two balancers 201 are symmetrically arranged. Both balancers 201 are provided with multiple inner arc surfaces 202, and the multiple inner arc surfaces 202 correspond to each other. Both balancers 201 have an S-shaped structure.
[0044] Both balancers 201 are preferably spring plates, and the S-shaped structure has good elastic deformation capability, which can effectively buffer vibration and impact during operation. The symmetrical layout ensures uniform force distribution and improves the stability of the equipment. Multiple inner arc surfaces 202 correspond to each other, which facilitates precise adaptation to other related components, enhances connection fit and reliability, increases contact area, disperses pressure, reduces local stress concentration, extends service life, guides the direction of force transmission, optimizes overall mechanical performance, and ensures the smoothness and safety of the machine head 100 operation. In addition, the inner arc surface 202 can reduce some of the noise generated by the auxiliary brush 101 and the traveling wheel 107, and reduce the impact of noise on the environment.
[0045] Specifically, the contact assembly 300 includes two contact portions 301, both of which are fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the corresponding balancer 201. Both sides of the two contact portions 301 are inclined, and multiple square-shaped grooves 302 are provided on each of the two contact portions 301.
[0046] The beveled sides of the contact part 301 enable smoother equipment contact, reduce frictional resistance, and lower wear. The multiple square-shaped grooves 302 increase the bottom contact area of the balancer 201, improve connection stability and friction, prevent relative sliding between components, and can hold lubricating oil and other media to provide lubrication and shock absorption, effectively extending the service life of the contact assembly 300 and ensuring the reliability of equipment operation.
[0047] Specifically, the bending assembly 400 includes two bending portions 401, both of which are extended bends at the connecting surface of the balancer 201, and the top of the two bending portions 401 is higher than one side surface of the balancer 201, and both bending portions 401 are arranged in an arc shape.
[0048] When in use, the top of the bent part 401 is higher than one side surface of the balancer 201, which can effectively expand the connection space between the components and facilitate assembly and connection with other components.
[0049] Example 3
[0050] Reference Figures 1 to 4 This is the third embodiment of the present invention, which differs from the previous embodiment in that...
[0051] Two auxiliary brushes 101 are rotatably connected to one side surface of the head 100, and the rotation range of the two auxiliary brushes 101 is matched with the corresponding inner arc surface 202.
[0052] The auxiliary brushes 101 on both sides can match the corresponding inner arc surface 202, which makes it easy to effectively clean debris and dust in the area of the inner arc surface 202 during the rotation cleaning process, and avoid dirt accumulation in the balancer 201, which would affect the operating performance of the equipment.
[0053] Specifically, the bottom surface of the machine head 100 is fixedly connected with an anti-disengagement hook 102, and the bottom surface of the machine head 100 is rotatably connected with two guide wheels 103.
[0054] The anti-disengagement hook 102 can effectively prevent the connecting parts from accidentally disengaging, ensuring the safe operation of the equipment. The guide wheel 103 can flexibly adjust the direction of travel of the machine head 100, reduce the resistance to movement, ensure smooth and stable movement, reduce friction and wear with the ground or track, and enable the machine head 100 to operate accurately under complex working conditions.
[0055] Specifically, a main beam connecting sleeve 104 is fixedly connected to the machine head 100, and a main beam 105 is provided inside the main beam connecting sleeve 104.
[0056] The main beam connecting sleeve 104 achieves a stable connection with the main beam 105, enhancing the structural strength and overall rigidity of the machine head 100, which is beneficial for equipment assembly and maintenance. It also transmits load and power, ensuring that the machine head 100 maintains a balanced and uniform stress distribution during operation. The machine head 100 is used on both sides of the main beam 105, as shown in the attached image. Figure 4 .
[0057] Specifically, a motor 106 is fixedly connected to one side surface of the machine head 100, a traveling wheel 107 is rotatably connected to the side surface of the machine head 100 away from the motor 106, a flange end cover 108 is fixedly connected to one side surface of the traveling wheel 107, and a main shaft 109 is fixedly connected to the flange end cover 108.
[0058] During use, the cooperation between the motor 106 and the traveling wheels 107 enables the machine head 100 to have power drive and flexible movement capabilities, achieving autonomous walking. The flange end cover 108 ensures the structural stability of the traveling wheels 107, enhances transmission stability, reduces shaking and wear during operation, improves equipment operating efficiency, and ensures that the machine head 100 can move reliably and efficiently under different working conditions. The main shaft 109 can be connected to the main beam 105.
[0059] During use, after the equipment is started, the motor 106 starts working, transmitting power to the traveling wheels 107 through the main shaft 109. With the flange end cover 108 providing a secure connection, the traveling wheels 107 drive the entire machine head 100 to move. The guide wheel 103 adjusts the traveling direction of the machine head 100 in real time to ensure that it can run smoothly along the predetermined track. At the same time, the anti-disengagement hook 102 is tightly fitted with the external connecting parts to prevent the risk of disengagement during operation. The main beam 105 is nested in the main beam connecting sleeve 104 to enhance the structural strength of the machine head 100 and provide a stable support foundation for the operation of the whole machine.
[0060] During movement, the S-shaped balancer 201, symmetrically installed on the rear seat of the machine head 100, effectively buffers the vibration and impact generated during operation through its excellent elastic deformation capability. The multiple inner arc surfaces 202 are precisely matched with the rotation range of the auxiliary brush 101. The auxiliary brush 101 continuously rotates to clean the dust and debris attached to the inner arc surfaces 202 in a timely manner, preventing the performance of the balancer 201 from being affected by dirt accumulation. The contact part 301 at the bottom of the balancer 201 has beveled sides, which can guide the direction of force and avoid stress concentration. The square groove 302 increases the friction between the balancer and the contact parts, ensuring stable movement. At the same time, the extended and bent arc surface 401 of the balancer 201 provides sufficient connection space during component assembly, reduces stress concentration, effectively reduces component wear, and ensures that the equipment maintains a high-efficiency and stable working state during long-term operation.
[0061] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A novel support structure, characterized in that: include: Machine head (100); A support unit (200) is disposed on the head (100) and is used to support and constrain the head (100); The contact component (300) and the bending component (400) are both disposed on the support unit (200) and are used to provide auxiliary support for the machine head (100).
2. The novel support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support unit (200) includes two balancers (201). Both balancers (201) are fixedly connected to the rear seat of the machine head (100) by multiple bolts. The two balancers (201) are symmetrically arranged. Both balancers (201) are provided with multiple inner arc surfaces (202), and the multiple inner arc surfaces (202) correspond to each other. Both balancers (201) have an S-shaped structure.
3. The novel support structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The contact assembly (300) includes two contact portions (301), both of which are fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the corresponding balancer (201). Both sides of the two contact portions (301) are inclined, and multiple grooves (302) with square cross-sections are provided on both contact portions (301).
4. The novel support structure according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bending assembly (400) includes two bending portions (401), both bending portions (401) are extended and bent at the connecting surface of the balancer (201), and the top of the two bending portions (401) is higher than one side surface of the balancer (201), and both bending portions (401) are arranged in an arc shape.
5. A novel support structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: Two auxiliary brushes (101) are rotatably connected to one side surface of the head (100), and the rotation range of the two auxiliary brushes (101) is matched with the corresponding inner arc surface (202).
6. A novel support structure according to claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom surface of the machine head (100) is fixedly connected with an anti-disengagement hook (102), and the bottom surface of the machine head (100) is rotatably connected with two guide wheels (103).
7. A novel support structure according to claim 6, characterized in that: A main beam connecting sleeve (104) is fixedly connected to the machine head (100), and a main beam (105) is provided inside the main beam connecting sleeve (104).
8. A novel support structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: A motor (106) is fixedly connected to one side surface of the machine head (100), and a walking wheel (107) is rotatably connected to the side surface of the machine head (100) away from the motor (106). A flange end cover (108) is fixedly connected to one side surface of the walking wheel (107), and a main shaft (109) is fixedly connected to the flange end cover (108).