High security photovoltaic panel grabber

Abstract

The application provides a high-safety photovoltaic panel grabber, and belongs to the technical field of photovoltaic panel transfer. The high-safety photovoltaic panel grabber comprises a rack, a plurality of suction cups and a plurality of clamping assemblies. The plurality of suction cups are distributed at intervals on the bottom of the rack, and each suction cup is connected with the bottom of the rack. The two sides of the rack that are oppositely distributed along a preset direction are mounting sides, and the plurality of clamping assemblies are oppositely arranged in pairs along the preset direction. Each clamping assembly comprises a telescopic arm and a clamping arm, the top end of the clamping arm is connected with the telescopic arm, the bottom end of the clamping arm corresponds to the photovoltaic frame of the photovoltaic panel adsorbed by the suction cup in the height direction of the rack, the telescopic arm is connected with the mounting side, and is used for driving the clamping arm to reciprocate along the preset direction, so that the clamping arm is switched between the working states of abutting against the photovoltaic frame and releasing the photovoltaic frame. In the process of grabbing and moving the photovoltaic panel, the photovoltaic panel is adsorbed by the suction cup and is clamped and reinforced by the clamping assembly, so that the risk of falling of the photovoltaic panel can be reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of photovoltaic panel transfer technology, and more specifically, to a high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper. Background Technology

[0002] Most tools currently used for gripping photovoltaic panels rely on suction cups to adhere to the surface of the panels. However, if the suction cups are damaged and not repaired or replaced in time, the panels may fall during the gripping and moving process. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this application is to provide a high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper that, during the process of gripping and moving a photovoltaic panel, uses a suction cup to adsorb the photovoltaic panel and clamps it with a clamping component to reinforce it, thereby reducing the risk of the photovoltaic panel falling.

[0004] The embodiments of this application are implemented as follows: This application provides a high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper, including a frame, multiple suction cups, and multiple clamping components; Multiple suction cups are spaced apart at the bottom of the frame, and each suction cup is connected to the bottom of the frame; The two sides of the frame, which are distributed opposite each other along a preset direction, are the installation sides. Multiple clamping components are arranged in pairs opposite each other along the preset direction. Each clamping component includes a telescopic arm and a clamping arm. The top of the clamping arm is connected to the telescopic arm, and the bottom of the clamping arm corresponds to the photovoltaic frame of the photovoltaic panel adsorbed by the suction cup in the height direction of the frame. The telescopic arm is connected to the installation side and is used to drive the clamping arm to reciprocate along the preset direction, so that the clamping arm switches between the working state of abutting against the photovoltaic frame and releasing the photovoltaic frame.

[0005] In some implementations, each clamping assembly further includes a support plate connected to the bottom end of the clamping arm, the support plate corresponding to the lower part of the photovoltaic frame in the height direction of the frame, and at least a portion of the support plate extending beyond the side of the clamping arm near the suction cup in a predetermined direction.

[0006] In some implementations, the support plate is movably connected to the clamping arm in a preset direction, such that the support plate has an extended state and a retracted state. In the extended state, at least a portion of the support plate extends beyond the side of the clamping arm near the suction cup, and in the retracted state, the support plate does not extend beyond the side of the clamping arm near the suction cup.

[0007] In some implementations, the bottom end of the clamping arm is provided with a movable cavity, and a driving component is provided inside the movable cavity. The side wall of the clamping arm near the suction cup is provided with a support movable channel communicating with the movable cavity. The support movable channel extends along a preset direction, and a support plate is slidably inserted through the support movable channel and connected to the driving component for transmission, so that the support plate can switch between an extended state and a retracted state.

[0008] In some implementations, the driving component includes a rotating gear, and the support plate is provided with a first rack. The rotating gear meshes with the first rack so that when the rotating gear rotates, it drives the support plate to move in a preset direction.

[0009] In some embodiments, the side wall of the clamping arm near the suction cup is provided with a transmission channel communicating with the movable cavity, and the transmission channel extends in a preset direction; the driving component also includes a transmission component and a reset component, the transmission component and the support plate are respectively disposed above and below the rotating gear, the transmission component is slidably inserted through the transmission channel, the transmission component is provided with a second rack, the second rack meshes with the rotating gear, so that when the transmission component moves in the preset direction, it drives the rotating gear to rotate; the reset component abuts between the inner wall of the movable cavity and the transmission component, and is used to push the transmission component to extend a portion from the transmission channel.

[0010] In some implementations, the reset element is a telescopic spring.

[0011] In some implementations, a buffer pad is provided at the bottom end of the clamping arm near the suction cup, and the buffer pad corresponds to the photovoltaic frame in the height direction of the frame.

[0012] In some implementations, the bottom end of the clamping arm is movable along the height of the frame so that the bottom end of the clamping arm can switch between an operating state aligned with the photovoltaic frame and an operating state higher than the photovoltaic frame.

[0013] In some implementations, the clamping arm includes a fixed section and a lifting section. The top end of the fixed section is connected to the telescopic arm, and the top end of the lifting section is controllably slidably connected to the fixed section along the height direction of the frame, so that the bottom end of the clamping arm is movable along the height direction of the frame.

[0014] The high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper provided in this application has the following beneficial effects: First, the upper surface of the photovoltaic panel is adsorbed using suction cups. Then, a telescopic arm drives the clamping arm to move closer to the photovoltaic panel in a preset direction, clamping the photovoltaic frame from both sides of the panel in the preset direction. This high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper uses suction cups to adsorb the photovoltaic panel and clamps it securely with the clamping components, reducing the risk of the photovoltaic panel falling. Attached Figure Description

[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of this application and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0016] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged view of section II in the middle; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the first working state of a high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second working state of a high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper provided in an embodiment of this application; Figure 5 for Figure 4 A magnified view of the middle V section; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the third working state of a high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0017] icon: 100-High-safety photovoltaic panel gripper; 110-Rack; 120-suction cup; 130-Clamping assembly; 131-Telescopic arm; 132-Clamping arm; 1321-Moving cavity; 1322-Buffer pad; 133-Support plate; 134-Drive component; 1341-Rotating gear; 1342-Transmission component; 1343-Reset component; 200- Photovoltaic panels; A - Height of the rack; B - Preset direction. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this application described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0019] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this application provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed application, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0020] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0021] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this application is in use. They are only for the convenience of describing this application 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, they should not be construed as limitations on this application.

[0022] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be interpreted as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0023] Furthermore, the terms "vertical" and "parallel" do not mean that the parts must be absolutely vertical or parallel, but can be slightly tilted.

[0024] In the description of this application, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0025] The technical solutions of this application will be described by way of example through some embodiments below.

[0026] See Figures 1-4 This application provides a high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper 100, including a frame 110, multiple suction cups 120 and multiple clamping components 130.

[0027] Multiple suction cups 120 are spaced apart at the bottom of the frame 110, with each suction cup 120 connected to the bottom of the frame 110. It is understood that the suction cups 120 can be fixedly or movably connected to the frame 110 as needed. The suction cups 120 can be conventionally connected to suction devices such as suction pipes and vacuum pumps, and the model, quantity, and arrangement of the suction cups 120 can also be conventionally set.

[0028] The two sides of the frame 110 that are relatively distributed along a preset direction B are the installation sides. This preset direction B can correspond to the width or length direction of the photovoltaic panel 200. Multiple clamping components 130 are arranged in pairs relative to each other along the preset direction B. Two sets of clamping components 130 arranged relative to each other form a group. The clamping components 130 can be configured as a group or multiple groups that are spaced apart.

[0029] Each clamping assembly 130 includes a telescopic arm 131 and a clamping arm 132. The top end of the clamping arm 132 is connected to the telescopic arm 131, and the two are exemplarily fixedly connected; the bottom end of the clamping arm 132 corresponds to the photovoltaic frame of the photovoltaic panel 200 adsorbed by the suction cup 120 in the height direction A of the frame; the telescopic arm 131 is connected to the mounting side and is used to drive the clamping arm 132 to reciprocate along a preset direction B, so that the clamping arm 132 switches between a working state of abutting against the photovoltaic frame and a working state of releasing the photovoltaic frame. The working state of the clamping arm 132 releasing the photovoltaic frame is as follows: Figure 3 As shown, the clamping arm 132 abuts against the photovoltaic frame in the following working state: Figure 4 As shown.

[0030] The high-security photovoltaic panel gripper 100 provided in this application embodiment works on the following principle: When the photovoltaic panel 200 is not being gripped, the clamping arm 132 is in the position corresponding to the working state of releasing the photovoltaic frame. When gripping the photovoltaic panel 200, the upper surface of the photovoltaic panel 200 is first adsorbed by the suction cup 120. At this time, the clamping arm 132 is in the working state of releasing the photovoltaic frame, such as... Figure 3 As shown; then, the telescopic arm 131 drives the clamping arm 132 to move towards the photovoltaic panel 200 along the preset direction B, until the clamping arm 132 is in the working state of abutting against the photovoltaic frame, as shown. Figure 4 As shown, the clamping arms 132 clamp the photovoltaic frame from both sides of the photovoltaic panel 200 in a preset direction B. This high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper 100 uses suction cups 120 to adsorb the photovoltaic panel 200 and clamps it securely with the clamping components 130, which can reduce the risk of the photovoltaic panel 200 falling.

[0031] The adjustment method, which uses the telescopic arm 131 to extend and retract to move the clamping arm 132 along a preset direction B, can accommodate photovoltaic panels 200 within a certain size range, and is not limited to cooperating with a photovoltaic panel 200 of a fixed size and model. Moreover, compared with the method of driving the clamping arm 132 to swing, the clamping arm 132 requires less space to move, making it more convenient to use.

[0032] See Figure 2 Optionally, a buffer pad 1322 is provided on the bottom end of the clamping arm 132 near the suction cup 120, and the buffer pad 1322 corresponds to the photovoltaic frame in the height direction A of the frame.

[0033] Based on this design, when the clamping arm 132 abuts against the photovoltaic frame, it can cushion and protect the photovoltaic frame through the buffer pad 1322; moreover, the buffer pad 1322 can increase the sliding friction between the photovoltaic frame and the photovoltaic frame, which helps to further reduce the risk of the photovoltaic panel 200 falling off.

[0034] For example, the buffer pad 1322 is detachably connected to the bottom end of the clamping arm 132, which facilitates the replacement of the buffer pad 1322 after a period of use based on its wear and dirt condition. The detachable connection method between the buffer pad 1322 and the clamping arm 132 is not limited; for example, the buffer pad 1322 can be sleeved on the bottom end of the clamping arm 132, or it can be embedded in the bottom end of the clamping arm 132 on the side near the suction cup 120.

[0035] See Figure 6 In some implementations, the bottom end of the clamping arm 132 is movably configured along the height direction A of the frame so that the bottom end of the clamping arm 132 switches between an operating state aligned with the photovoltaic frame and an operating state higher than the photovoltaic frame.

[0036] Based on this design, when the photovoltaic panel 200 is not being gripped, the bottom end of the gripping arm 132 is moved to the position of the bottom of the suction cup 120. When gripping the photovoltaic panel 200, as the suction cup 120 contacts and adsorbs the upper surface of the photovoltaic panel 200, the bottom end of the gripping arm 132 is initially positioned above the photovoltaic frame to avoid interference between the gripping arm 132 and the contact between the suction cup 120 and the photovoltaic panel 200, thus ensuring smoother contact and adsorption between the suction cup 120 and the photovoltaic panel 200. After the suction cup 120 has completed adsorption on the upper surface of the photovoltaic panel 200, the bottom end of the gripping arm 132 is then moved to a position corresponding to the photovoltaic frame of the photovoltaic panel 200.

[0037] As an example, the clamping arm 132 includes a fixed section and a lifting section. The top end of the fixed section is connected to the telescopic arm 131, and the top end of the lifting section is controllably slidably connected to the fixed section along the height direction A of the frame, so that the bottom end of the clamping arm 132 is movable along the height direction A of the frame. The relative movement between the fixed section and the lifting section is driven by a power mechanism, such as, but not limited to, a lead screw or a rack and pinion mechanism.

[0038] It is understood that the configuration of the bottom end of the clamping arm 132 is not limited. In other embodiments, for example, a telescopic mechanism such as a telescopic rod can be configured between the top end of the clamping arm 132 and the telescopic arm 131.

[0039] See Figure 5 In some embodiments, each clamping assembly 130 further includes a support plate 133 connected to the bottom end of the clamping arm 132. In the height direction A of the frame, the support plate 133 corresponds to the lower part of the photovoltaic frame, and in the preset direction B, at least a portion of the support plate 133 extends beyond the clamping arm 132 to the side near the suction cup 120.

[0040] Based on this design, when the clamping arm 132 is in the working state of abutting against the photovoltaic frame, the support plate 133 can support the photovoltaic frame from below, which helps to further reduce the risk of the photovoltaic panel 200 falling off.

[0041] It should be noted that, in the embodiments of this application, the support plate 133 and the clamping arm 132 can be fixedly connected or movably connected.

[0042] See Figure 2 and Figure 5 In some embodiments, the support plate 133 is movably connected to the clamping arm 132 along a predetermined direction B, so that the support plate 133 has an extended state and a retracted state. See also Figure 5 In the extended state, at least a portion of the support plate 133 extends beyond the clamping arm 132 on the side near the suction cup 120; see also Figure 2 In the retracted state, the support plate 133 does not extend beyond the clamping arm 132 on the side closest to the suction cup 120.

[0043] In the above design, the support plate 133 is movably set, which, compared to fixing the support plate 133 to the bottom end of the clamping arm 132, allows the support plate 133 to be retracted when not in use. On one hand, this reduces the interference of the support plate 133 on the movement of the bottom end of the clamping arm 132. For example, when the bottom end of the clamping arm 132 can move up and down, in some embodiments, when releasing the photovoltaic panel 200, the clamping arm 132 can be moved away from the photovoltaic panel 200 first and then raised, or the clamping arm 132 can be raised first and then moved away from the photovoltaic panel 200. The movement of the clamping arm 132 is more flexible and can better adapt to different working environments. On the other hand, in some embodiments, when the support plate 133 is in the retracted state, it can be retracted into the chamber, protecting the support plate 133 from corrosion, impact, or dirt caused by the external environment.

[0044] As an example, the bottom end of the clamping arm 132 is provided with a movable cavity 1321, and a driving member 134 is provided in the movable cavity 1321. The side wall of the clamping arm 132 near the suction cup 120 is provided with a support movable channel communicating with the movable cavity 1321. The support movable channel extends along a preset direction B. The support plate 133 is slidably inserted through the support movable channel and is connected to the driving member 134 for transmission, so that the support plate 133 can switch between an extended state and a retracted state.

[0045] In the above design, when the support plate 133 is in the retracted state, it is housed within the movable cavity 1321 and the support movable channel, which reduces contact with the external environment. For example, during long-term or outdoor idle periods, the support plate 133 is protected from corrosion, impact, or dirt caused by the external environment. The support plate 133 can slide through the support movable channel, thereby achieving the switching between the extended and retracted states. Its movement is convenient to drive, occupies little space, has good stability, and is highly controllable. It is understood that the movement mode of the support plate 133 is not limited. In addition, for example, the support plate 133 can be rotatably or slidably connected to the bottom end face of the clamping arm 132.

[0046] Optionally, the driving component 134 includes a rotating gear 1341, and the support plate 133 is provided with a first rack. The rotating gear 1341 meshes with the first rack so that when the rotating gear 1341 rotates, it drives the support plate 133 to move along a preset direction B.

[0047] In the above design, the support plate 133 is moved by the meshing of gears and racks to achieve the switching between the extended and retracted states. This movement is smooth and highly accurate. It is understood that the configuration of the drive component 134 is not limited; for example, a linear motor could also be used to drive the support plate 133.

[0048] Furthermore, the clamping arm 132 has a transmission channel on the side wall near the suction cup 120 that communicates with the movable cavity 1321, and the transmission channel extends along a preset direction B.

[0049] The driving component 134 also includes a transmission component 1342 and a resetting component 1343. The transmission component 1342 is, for example, a transmission rod. The transmission component 1342 is slidably disposed in the transmission channel. The transmission component 1342 is provided with a second rack, which meshes with a rotating gear 1341, so that when the transmission component 1342 moves in a preset direction B, it drives the rotating gear 1341 to rotate. The transmission component 1342 and the support plate 133 are respectively disposed above and below the rotating gear 1341. Based on this, in the preset direction B, the transmission component 1342 and the support plate 133 move in opposite directions.

[0050] The reset member 1343 abuts against the inner wall of the movable cavity 1321 and the transmission member 1342, and is used to push the transmission member 1342 to extend a portion from the transmission movable channel.

[0051] The form of the reset element 1343 is not limited. As an example, the reset element 1343 is a telescopic spring, which has a simple structure and large elastic deformation. In other embodiments, it can also be a structure such as an elastic column.

[0052] In the above design, see Figure 2When the clamping arm 132 is in the working state of releasing the photovoltaic frame, the transmission component 1342 extends partly from the transmission channel under the elastic action of the reset component 1343, and the support plate 133 is in the retracted state at this time. As the clamping arm 132 gradually approaches the photovoltaic frame, the part of the transmission component 1342 extending out of the transmission channel first contacts the photovoltaic frame. Under the resistance of the photovoltaic frame, the transmission component 1342 gradually retracts into the transmission channel. During this process, it drives the rotating gear 1341 to rotate. As the rotating gear 1341 rotates, it drives the support plate 133 to gradually extend out of the support channel. See below. Figure 5 Until the clamping arm 132 is in the working state of abutting against the photovoltaic frame, at which point the support plate 133 is in the extended state.

[0053] Based on this design, during the process of clamping the photovoltaic frame, the clamping arm 132 can automatically switch the support plate 133 from the retracted state to the extended state by utilizing the relative movement between the clamping arm 132 and the photovoltaic frame, without the need for additional power configuration, making the control simpler and more reliable.

[0054] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Various modifications and variations can be made to this application by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper, characterized in that, Includes a frame, multiple suction cups, and multiple clamping components; Multiple suction cups are spaced apart at the bottom of the frame, and each suction cup is connected to the bottom of the frame; The frame has two sides that are opposite each other along a preset direction as the mounting side, and multiple clamping components are arranged in pairs opposite each other along the preset direction. Each clamping component includes a telescopic arm and a clamping arm. The top end of the clamping arm is connected to the telescopic arm, and the bottom end of the clamping arm corresponds to the photovoltaic frame of the photovoltaic panel adsorbed by the suction cup in the height direction of the frame. The telescopic arm is connected to the mounting side and is used to drive the clamping arm to reciprocate along the preset direction, so that the clamping arm switches between the working state of abutting against the photovoltaic frame and releasing the photovoltaic frame.

2. The high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the clamping components further includes a support plate connected to the bottom end of the clamping arm, the support plate corresponding to the lower part of the photovoltaic frame in the height direction of the frame, and at least a portion of the support plate extending beyond the clamping arm near the suction cup in a predetermined direction.

3. The high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support plate is movably connected to the clamping arm along the preset direction, so that the support plate has an extended state and a retracted state. In the extended state, at least a portion of the support plate extends beyond the clamping arm to the side near the suction cup, and in the retracted state, the support plate does not extend beyond the clamping arm to the side near the suction cup.

4. The high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bottom end of the clamping arm is provided with a movable cavity, and a driving component is provided in the movable cavity. The side wall of the clamping arm near the suction cup is provided with a support movable channel communicating with the movable cavity. The support movable channel extends along the preset direction. The support plate is slidably inserted through the support movable channel and is connected to the driving component for transmission, so that the support plate switches between the extended state and the retracted state.

5. The high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper according to claim 4, characterized in that, The driving component includes a rotating gear, and the support plate is provided with a first rack. The rotating gear meshes with the first rack so that when the rotating gear rotates, it drives the support plate to move along the preset direction.

6. The high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper according to claim 5, characterized in that, The clamping arm has a transmission channel communicating with the movable cavity on its side wall near the suction cup, and the transmission channel extends along the preset direction. The driving component also includes a transmission component and a reset component. The transmission component and the support plate are respectively disposed above and below the rotating gear. The transmission component is slidably inserted through the transmission channel. The transmission component has a second rack, which meshes with the rotating gear so that the transmission component drives the rotating gear to rotate when it moves along the preset direction. The reset component abuts against the inner wall of the movable cavity and the transmission component to push the transmission component to extend a portion out of the transmission channel.

7. The high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper according to claim 6, characterized in that, The reset component is a telescopic spring.

8. The high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The bottom end of the clamping arm is provided with a buffer pad on the side near the suction cup, and the buffer pad corresponds to the photovoltaic frame in the height direction of the frame.

9. The high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, The bottom end of the clamping arm is movable along the height direction of the frame, so that the bottom end of the clamping arm can switch between working states that are aligned with the photovoltaic frame and those that are higher than the photovoltaic frame.

10. The high-safety photovoltaic panel gripper according to claim 9, characterized in that, The clamping arm includes a fixed section and a lifting section. The top end of the fixed section is connected to the telescopic arm, and the top end of the lifting section is controllably slidably connected to the fixed section along the height direction of the frame, so that the bottom end of the clamping arm is movable along the height direction of the frame.

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