Bend over optical reading device for photovoltaic module side bar codes

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of photovoltaic module side bar code's free bending optical reading device, to solve the problem of existing bar code reading needs to bend, inconvenient operation etc., the device is mainly constituted by reading device main body, telescopic link, gripping rod etc., telescopic link adjustable height, its outer pole and inner pole are realized telescoping by slider and sliding slot cooperation, adjusting ball can flexibly adjust reading device main body angle, it is convenient to align bar code, gripping rod is equipped with start button, inside there is display screen for showing reading information, and display screen can be adjusted angle by steering rod, reading device main body inside, card slot, flat mirror, magnetic attraction frame and light supplement lamp band synergistic effect, guarantee bar code clear imaging, data connection line realizes information transmission, this device can alleviate operator fatigue, improve work efficiency, ensure accurate reading photovoltaic module side bar code information under different scenes, with higher practical value.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of photovoltaic modules, specifically relating to a bending-free optical reading device for barcodes on the side of photovoltaic modules. Background Technology

[0002] The barcode on the side of a photovoltaic module serves as its unique identifier, a unique code within the company. The barcode contains serial information such as company details, production date, cell type, quantity packaged, production base and workshop. Some companies also include information about product materials and manufacturing contracts. Scanning the barcode allows access to this information, facilitating tracking and control of the modules during production and quality inspection, and aiding in product traceability and authenticity verification.

[0003] However, after such photovoltaic modules are installed, the side barcodes are often located at a height of 0.5-1.5 meters above the ground. Operators need to bend over or squat down to read them visually. Long-term operation can easily lead to lumbar strain. High-mounted modules need to be observed at close range with the help of ladders, which poses a safety hazard. Traditional barcode scanners are limited by the angle of light and the focusing distance, making it difficult to adapt to complex installation scenarios. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a bending-free optical reading device for side barcodes on photovoltaic modules, in order to solve the problems mentioned in the background art, where after the photovoltaic modules are installed, the side barcodes are often located at a height of 0.5-1.5 meters above the ground, requiring operators to bend over or squat to read them visually, which can easily lead to lumbar strain with long-term operation. High-mounted modules require the use of ladders for close-range observation, posing safety hazards. Traditional barcode scanners are limited by the angle of light and the focusing distance, making them difficult to adapt to complex installation scenarios.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a bending-free optical reading device for side barcodes of photovoltaic modules, comprising a reading device body;

[0006] A telescopic rod is provided at the rear of the main body of the reading device, a grip rod is provided at the bottom of the telescopic rod, and a start button is provided inside the grip rod;

[0007] An adjustment ball is provided at the top of the telescopic rod, a camera is provided inside the main body of the reading device, and a display screen is provided inside the grip rod.

[0008] Preferably, an outer rod is provided at the outer side of the telescopic rod, and an inner rod is provided at the inner side of the outer rod. The bottom of the inner rod is fixedly connected to the grip rod, and the bottom of the outer rod is fixedly connected to the sliding sleeve.

[0009] Preferably, a slider is provided at the top of the inner rod, pins are arranged in a circular array on the outer side of the slider, and a groove is provided at the middle of the outer rod, with the pins slidably connected to the groove.

[0010] Preferably, a support frame is provided at the outer side of the adjusting ball, the support frame is engaged with the upper and lower sides of the adjusting ball, and an insert ring is provided at the outer side of the adjusting ball, the main body of the reading device is connected to the adjusting ball through the insert ring.

[0011] Preferably, a retaining ring is provided at the middle position of the grip rod, and a steering rod is provided at the middle position of the retaining ring. The display screen is selectively connected to the grip rod through the steering rod.

[0012] Preferably, a slot is provided in the middle of the main body of the reading device, and positioning inclined plates are provided on the upper and lower sides of the slot.

[0013] Preferably, a flat mirror is provided at the center of the card slot, a magnetic frame is provided at the outer side of the flat mirror, and a supplementary light strip is provided at the edge of the flat mirror.

[0014] Preferably, a data connection cable is spirally placed inside the inner rod, with the bottom of the data connection cable connected to the display screen and the top of the data connection cable connected to the main body of the reading device.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a bending-free optical reading device for barcodes on the side of photovoltaic modules, which has the following advantages:

[0016] 1. The telescopic rod, consisting of an outer rod and an inner rod, is designed with an adjustable ball, camera, display screen, outer rod, inner rod, sliding sleeve, slider, pin, groove, support frame, insert ring, snap ring, and steering rod. The bottom of the inner rod is fixedly connected to the grip rod, and the bottom of the outer rod is fixedly connected to the sliding sleeve. The pin on the slider at the top of the inner rod is slidably connected to the groove in the middle of the outer rod. This structure allows the telescopic rod to be flexibly adjusted in length. Operators can adjust the main body of the reading device to a suitable position according to the actual height of the photovoltaic modules without bending over, effectively reducing physical fatigue and improving work efficiency. (The text also mentions adjusting the outer side of the ball, but this seems unrelated to the main structure and is likely a separate point.) The support frame is engaged with the upper and lower sides of the adjustment ball, and the main body of the reading device is connected to the adjustment ball through a ring. This design allows the adjustment ball to flexibly adjust the angle of the main body of the reading device, making it easy to accurately align with the barcodes at different positions and angles on the side of the photovoltaic module, greatly improving the accuracy and success rate of barcode reading. A steering rod is set on the ring in the middle of the grip rod, and the display screen is connected to the grip rod through the steering rod. The operator can flexibly adjust the angle of the display screen according to their own viewing angle and viewing convenience, so as to view the barcode reading information displayed on the display screen more clearly and comfortably.

[0017] 2. The system incorporates a card slot, positioning ramps, a plano lens, a magnetic frame, and a supplementary lighting strip. Positioning ramps on both the top and bottom of the card slot provide precise positioning and stable support for the plano lens. These ramps ensure the lens is accurately positioned in the center of the card slot, guaranteeing its positional accuracy. This allows light refracted by the plano lens to accurately illuminate the barcode, improving the clarity and accuracy of the barcode image. A magnetic frame on the outside of the plano lens securely holds it within the card slot, providing both convenient installation and stability. High stability: Even under certain vibrations during device use, the flat mirror remains stable and will not easily shift, ensuring the stability of the barcode reading process. The supplementary light strip is located at the edge of the flat mirror. When the ambient light is insufficient, the supplementary light strip can provide uniform and sufficient light. After the light is uniformly refracted by the flat mirror, it can illuminate the barcode on the side of the photovoltaic module, avoiding blurry barcode imaging or shadow obstruction due to light problems. This effectively improves the success rate of the camera in reading the barcode and ensures accurate barcode reading under various lighting conditions. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the inner rod in this utility model.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the main body of the reading device in this utility model.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the card slot structure in this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Telescopic rod; 2. Outer rod; 3. Slide groove; 4. Sliding sleeve; 5. Grip rod; 6. Display screen; 7. Inner rod; 8. Start button; 9. Snap ring; 10. Steering rod; 11. Slider; 12. Data connection cable; 13. Pin; 14. Adjusting ball; 15. Insert ring; 16. Support frame; 17. Reading device body; 18. Positioning ramp; 19. Camera; 20. Slot; 21. Magnetic frame; 22. Plain mirror; 23. Fill light strip. Detailed Implementation

[0023] 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.

[0024] This utility model provides, for example Figure 1-4 The illustrated optical reading device for side barcodes of photovoltaic modules without bending over includes a reading device body 17.

[0025] A telescopic rod 1 is provided at the rear of the main body 17 of the reading device, a grip rod 5 is provided at the bottom of the telescopic rod 1, and a start button 8 is provided inside the grip rod 5;

[0026] An adjustment ball 14 is provided at the top of the telescopic rod 1, a camera 19 is provided inside the main body 17 of the reading device, and a display screen 6 is provided inside the grip rod 5.

[0027] An outer rod 2 is provided on the outer side of the telescopic rod 1, and an inner rod 7 is provided on the inner side of the outer rod 2. The bottom of the inner rod 7 is fixedly connected to the grip rod 5, and the bottom of the outer rod 2 is fixedly connected to the sliding sleeve 4.

[0028] A slider 11 is provided at the top of the inner rod 7, and pins 13 are arranged in a ring array on the outer side of the slider 11. A groove 3 is provided at the middle of the outer rod 2, and the pins 13 are slidably connected to the groove 3.

[0029] A support frame 16 is provided on the outer side of the adjusting ball 14. The support frame 16 is engaged with the upper and lower sides of the adjusting ball 14. A locking ring 15 is provided on the outer side of the adjusting ball 14. The main body 17 of the reading device is connected to the adjusting ball 14 through the locking ring 15.

[0030] A retaining ring 9 is provided at the middle position of the grip rod 5, and a steering rod 10 is provided at the middle position of the retaining ring 9. The display screen 6 is selectively connected to the grip rod 5 through the steering rod 10.

[0031] A card slot 20 is provided in the middle of the main body 17 of the reading device, and positioning inclined plates 18 are provided on the upper and lower sides of the card slot 20 respectively.

[0032] A flat mirror 22 is provided in the middle of the card slot 20, a magnetic frame 21 is provided on the outside of the flat mirror 22, and a supplementary light strip 23 is provided on the edge of the flat mirror 22.

[0033] A data connection cable 12 is spirally placed inside the inner rod 7. The bottom of the data connection cable 12 is connected to the display screen 6, and the top of the data connection cable 12 is connected to the main body 17 of the reading device.

[0034] In this embodiment, the specific implementation steps of a bending-free optical reading device for barcodes on the side of a photovoltaic module are as follows: The telescopic rod 1 is stretched or retracted according to the height of the photovoltaic module. The telescopic rod 1 consists of an outer rod 2 and an inner rod 7. The bottom of the inner rod 7 is fixedly connected to the gripping rod 5, and the bottom of the outer rod 2 is fixedly connected to the sliding sleeve 4. The pin 13 on the slider 11 at the top of the inner rod 7 is slidably connected to the sliding groove 3 in the middle of the outer rod 2. This structure allows for flexible adjustment of the length of the telescopic rod 1, enabling the reading device body 17 to reach a suitable height. The angle of the reading device body 17 is adjusted using an adjusting ball 14. The adjusting ball 14 has a support frame 16 on its outer side that engages with its upper and lower sides. The reading device body 17 is connected to the adjusting ball 14 via a retaining ring 15. By rotating the adjusting ball 14, the camera 19 of the reading device body 17 is aligned with the barcode on the side of the photovoltaic module. The gripping rod 5 is then pressed down. The internal start button 8 activates the reading device. Simultaneously, if the ambient light is insufficient, the supplementary light strip 23 automatically illuminates. The supplementary light strip 23 is located at the edge of the flat lens 22, which is installed in the slot 20. Positioning ramps 18 on both sides of the slot 20 are used for positioning. The flat lens 22 is fixed to the outside by a magnetic frame 21. The light provided by the supplementary light strip 23 makes the barcode image clearer. After the camera 19 reads the barcode information, it transmits the information to the display screen 6 via the data connection cable 12. If the operator finds the angle of the display screen 6 unsuitable, they can adjust the angle using the steering rod 10 on the middle retaining ring 9 of the gripping rod 5 to easily view the read barcode information. After reading, press the start button 8 again to turn off the reading device. Retract the telescopic rod 1 to a suitable length, tidy up the device, and store it properly for future use.

[0035] like Figure 1-3 As shown, an adjusting ball 14 is provided at the top of the telescopic rod 1, a camera 19 is provided inside the main body 17 of the reading device, a display screen 6 is provided inside the grip rod 5, an outer rod 2 is provided on the outside of the telescopic rod 1, an inner rod 7 is provided inside the outer rod 2, the bottom of the inner rod 7 is fixedly connected to the grip rod 5, the bottom of the outer rod 2 is fixedly connected to the sliding sleeve 4, a slider 11 is provided at the top of the inner rod 7, pins 13 are arranged in a ring array on the outside of the slider 11, a sliding groove 3 is provided in the middle of the outer rod 2, and the pins 13 are slidably connected to the sliding groove 3, a support frame 16 is provided on the outside of the adjusting ball 14, the support frame 16 is engaged with the upper and lower sides of the adjusting ball 14, an insert ring 15 is provided on the outside of the adjusting ball 14, the main body 17 of the reading device is connected to the adjusting ball 14 through the insert ring 15, a retaining ring 9 is provided in the middle of the grip rod 5, a steering rod 10 is provided in the middle of the retaining ring 9, and the display screen 6 is selectively connected to the grip rod 5 through the steering rod 10.

[0036] Preferably, the telescopic rod 1 consists of an outer rod 2 and an inner rod 7. The bottom of the inner rod 7 is fixedly connected to the gripping rod 5, and the bottom of the outer rod 2 is fixedly connected to the sliding sleeve 4. The pin 13 on the slider 11 at the top of the inner rod 7 is slidably connected to the sliding groove 3 in the middle of the outer rod 2. This structure allows the telescopic rod 1 to be flexibly adjusted in length, and the operator can adjust the reading device body 17 to a suitable position according to the actual height of the photovoltaic module without bending over, effectively reducing physical fatigue and improving work efficiency. The support frame 16 on the outside of the adjusting ball 14 is engaged with the upper and lower sides of the adjusting ball 14, and the reading device body 17... The design of connecting the ring 15 to the adjusting ball 14 allows the adjusting ball 14 to flexibly adjust the angle of the reading device body 17, making it easier to accurately align the barcodes at different positions and angles on the side of the photovoltaic module, greatly improving the accuracy and success rate of barcode reading. A steering rod 10 is set on the retaining ring 9 in the middle of the grip rod 5. The display screen 6 is connected to the grip rod 5 through the steering rod 10. The operator can flexibly adjust the angle of the display screen 6 according to their own viewing angle and viewing convenience, so as to view the barcode reading information displayed on the display screen 6 more clearly and comfortably.

[0037] like Figure 1-4 As shown, a card slot 20 is provided in the middle of the main body 17 of the reading device. Positioning inclined plates 18 are provided on the upper and lower sides of the card slot 20. A flat mirror 22 is provided in the middle of the card slot 20. A magnetic frame 21 is provided on the outer side of the flat mirror 22. A supplementary light strip 23 is provided at the edge of the flat mirror 22.

[0038] Preferably, positioning ramps 18 are provided on the upper and lower sides of the card slot 20 to provide precise positioning and stable support for the plano lens 22. The positioning ramps 18 ensure that the plano lens 22 is accurately installed in the middle position inside the card slot 20, guaranteeing its positional accuracy. This allows light to accurately illuminate the barcode after being refracted by the plano lens 22, which helps improve the clarity and accuracy of the barcode imaging. A magnetic frame 21 is provided on the outside of the plano lens 22, which can firmly fix the plano lens 22 in the card slot 20 through magnetic attraction. This fixing method is not only convenient to install, but also highly stable. During use, even under certain vibrations, the flat mirror 22 remains stable and will not easily shift, ensuring the stability of the barcode reading process. The supplementary light strip 23 is set at the edge of the flat mirror 22. When the ambient light is insufficient, the supplementary light strip 23 can provide uniform and sufficient light. After the light is uniformly refracted by the flat mirror 22, it can illuminate the barcode on the side of the photovoltaic module, avoiding blurry barcode imaging or shadow obstruction due to light problems. This effectively improves the success rate of the camera 19 in reading the barcode and ensures accurate reading of barcode information under various lighting conditions.

[0039] like Figure 1-4As shown, a data connection cable 12 is spirally placed inside the inner rod 7. The bottom of the data connection cable 12 is connected to the display screen 6, and the top of the data connection cable 12 is connected to the main body 17 of the reading device.

[0040] Optionally, the data connection cable 12 can be placed inside the inner rod 7 to prevent it from being exposed to the outside environment and affected by friction, collision, dust, and moisture. This extends the service life of the data connection cable 12, reduces data transmission failures caused by line damage, and ensures the stability and reliability of the device. The data connection cable 12 is hidden inside the inner rod 7, avoiding the messy appearance caused by exposed cables, making the entire device more concise and aesthetically pleasing, and improving the overall image of the device. The data connection cable 12 is spirally placed inside the inner rod 7. This method can effectively cope with the changes in the relative position of the inner rod 7 and the outer rod 2 during the extension and retraction of the telescopic rod 1. The spiral-shaped data connection cable 12 can naturally unfold and curl during extension and retraction, and will not be excessively stretched or squeezed by the extension and retraction of the telescopic rod 1. This ensures that the data connection cable 12 always maintains a good connection state, ensuring stable and smooth data transmission between the main body 17 of the reading device and the display screen 6, without data loss or interruption. Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., 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 bending-free optical reading device for barcodes on the side of photovoltaic modules, comprising a reading device body (17). A telescopic rod (1) is provided at the rear of the main body (17) of the reading device, a gripping rod (5) is provided at the bottom of the telescopic rod (1), and a start button (8) is provided inside the gripping rod (5). Its features are: An adjustment ball (14) is provided at the top of the telescopic rod (1), a camera (19) is provided inside the main body (17) of the reading device, and a display screen (6) is provided inside the grip rod (5).

2. The optical reading device for side barcodes of photovoltaic modules that eliminates the need for bending over, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that: An outer rod (2) is provided at the outer side of the telescopic rod (1), and an inner rod (7) is provided at the inner side of the outer rod (2). The bottom of the inner rod (7) is fixedly connected to the gripping rod (5), and the bottom of the outer rod (2) is fixedly connected to the sliding sleeve (4).

3. The optical reading device for side barcodes of photovoltaic modules that eliminates the need for bending over, as described in claim 2, is characterized in that: A slider (11) is provided at the top of the inner rod (7), and pins (13) are arranged in a ring array on the outer side of the slider (11). A groove (3) is provided at the middle position of the outer rod (2), and the pins (13) are slidably connected to the groove (3).

4. The optical reading device for side barcodes of photovoltaic modules that eliminates the need for bending over, as described in claim 3, is characterized in that: A support frame (16) is provided on the outer side of the adjusting ball (14). The support frame (16) is engaged with the upper and lower sides of the adjusting ball (14). A locking ring (15) is provided on the outer side of the adjusting ball (14). The main body (17) of the reading device is connected to the adjusting ball (14) through the locking ring (15).

5. The optical reading device for side barcodes of photovoltaic modules that eliminates the need for bending over, as described in claim 4, is characterized in that: A retaining ring (9) is provided at the middle position of the grip (5), and a steering rod (10) is provided at the middle position of the retaining ring (9). The display screen (6) is selectively connected to the grip (5) through the steering rod (10).

6. The optical reading device for side barcodes of photovoltaic modules that eliminates the need for bending over, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that: The reading device body (17) has a slot (20) in the middle position inside, and positioning ramps (18) are provided on the upper and lower sides of the slot (20).

7. The optical reading device for side barcodes of photovoltaic modules that eliminates the need for bending over, as described in claim 6, is characterized in that: A flat mirror (22) is provided in the middle of the card slot (20), a magnetic frame (21) is provided on the outside of the flat mirror (22), and a supplementary light strip (23) is provided at the edge of the flat mirror (22).

8. The optical reading device for side barcodes of photovoltaic modules that eliminates the need for bending over, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that: A data connection line (12) is spirally placed inside the inner rod (7). The bottom of the data connection line (12) is connected to the display screen (6), and the top of the data connection line (12) is connected to the main body (17) of the reading device.

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