Solar power generation system based on intelligent integrated control capable of preemptive detection of fire and abnormal signs
The intelligent integrated control monitoring system addresses fire detection and suppression challenges in solar power generation systems by employing a triple operation method for fire extinguishing, ensuring early and automated response to minimize risks and maintain power generation efficiency.
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- Authority / Receiving Office
- KR · KR
- Patent Type
- Patents
- Current Assignee / Owner
- 주식회사에너지솔루션
- Filing Date
- 2025-11-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-21
AI Technical Summary
Existing solar power generation systems lack effective fire detection and suppression capabilities in junction boxes, leading to high risks of electrical fires, casualties, and inefficiencies due to the absence of reliable fire monitoring and extinguishing devices, which are often inoperable or require manual intervention, posing safety and operational challenges.
An intelligent integrated control monitoring system that includes a fire cutoff junction box with a triple operation method for fire extinguishing, using manual, automatic, and electrical means to spray fire extinguishing agents, coupled with remote monitoring and power cutoff mechanisms to prevent direct human contact and enhance safety and efficiency.
Minimizes casualties and property damage by early fire suppression, reduces maintenance time, and ensures power generation continuity through automated fire detection and response, improving safety and operational reliability.
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[0001] The present invention relates to an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fires and abnormal signs, and more specifically, to an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fires and abnormal signs, which can suppress fires using a multi-fire suppression method in the event of a fire in a junction box—which accounts for a high proportion of fire incidents—and capable of an integrated control system for all set areas. Background Technology
[0003] In the case of power distribution panels or junction boxes, which are part of the electrical equipment, there is a high risk of electrical fires occurring due to phenomena caused by electrical leakage, sparks, or insulation breakdown.
[0004] Furthermore, in the event of a fire in spaces such as distribution panels or junction boxes, managers typically fail to notice the fire in unmanned solar power systems. This is because there is a complete lack of fire monitoring capabilities. Even if a fire is detected via a sensor, fire suppression is difficult due to the absence of fire extinguishing devices, and in most cases, it is impossible to verify whether such devices are operational.
[0005] In addition, when the manager identifies the space where the fire occurred, they enter the space or manually extinguish the fire using fire extinguishers, etc., while the space is open.
[0006] However, in this case, there is a problem in that there is a high risk of casualties, such as electric shock caused by internal insulation breakdown or ground faults when a firefighter comes into contact with the outside of a metal enclosure.
[0007] In addition, if you touch or open the fire area without checking its internal condition, you may suffer burns from the heat and direct exposure to toxic gases.
[0008] To solve these problems, fire extinguishing devices made of thermoplastic resin on the surface have been installed, but due to the nature of being installed outdoors, the surface corrodes due to frequent temperature changes, and the fire extinguishing agent leaks into micro-spaces, failing to perform its normal function in the event of a fire.
[0009] Due to the heat-reactive surface, it cannot be displayed on monitoring systems such as separate fire extinguisher operation notifications, making it impossible to verify normal operation; this presents a problem where the status must be checked by visiting the site.
[0010] Although fires are detected through various methods such as arc generation and smoke detection in DC lines, physical methods to suppress fires are not applied due to the characteristics of DC.
[0011] At the same time, since there is no configuration for managing all solar power installation sites from a remote or virtual control power plant, real-time on-site verification of each location is unavoidable, leading to a growing problem of requiring a large workforce and demanding specialized expertise. Prior art literature
[0013] Korean Patent Publication No. 10-2207544 (2021.01.20) The problem to be solved
[0014] The present invention aims to provide an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of detecting a fire in a junction box and suppressing a fire early by applying a triple operation method configured to spray a fire extinguishing agent by forcibly operating a fire extinguisher installed inside via a manual withdrawal device from the outside, spraying a fire extinguishing agent by operating a push button on a fire extinguishing container by releasing a latch of the fire extinguishing device when either a temperature sensor or a gas sensor is activated by applying an electrical operation method, and automatically spraying a fire extinguishing agent in response to heat even without power.
[0015] In addition, the present invention aims to provide an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device that can cut off the power system through the prior detection of fire and abnormal signs, rapidly operate a fire extinguishing device regardless of whether the fire-affected space is open or entered, and improve safety by avoiding direct contact with the enclosure.
[0016] In addition, the present invention aims to provide an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device that enables fire monitoring, notification, and control of the entire installation site through a remote or virtual control power plant, thereby allowing for the identification and restoration of the location where a problem occurs within a short period of time and preventing a decrease in power generation efficiency. means of solving the problem
[0018] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention comprises: a solar module; a module power cutoff box that detects and manages power generated and supplied by each string of the solar module in real time and cuts off the circuit when a dangerous situation occurs; a fire cutoff junction box that collects and outputs electricity generated from a plurality of the solar modules and suppresses internal fires by spraying fire extinguishing liquid in manual (mandatory), automatic (mechanical), and automatic (electrical) ways depending on the situation; a power converter that converts and controls the form of electricity to stably supply electricity received from the fire cutoff junction box to a load or system; a power distribution board that supplies electricity converted by the power converter to a load; and a monitoring system that monitors the situation inside the fire cutoff junction box locally or remotely.
[0019] To achieve the above-mentioned objective, the intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention is characterized by further including an RTU capable of collecting power generation amount, environmental information, and device status signals in real time from the solar module, fire cutoff junction box, and power converter, and transmitting the collected data to the linked monitoring system to monitor and control the presence or absence of abnormalities in the power plant operation status in real time and outputting alarms.
[0020] To achieve the aforementioned objective, the fire cutoff junction box of an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention comprises: an early fire extinguishing operation device that forcibly activates an internal fire extinguishing device through safe manual operation without contact with the outer casing in the event of a fire; a visualization device that displays the internal condition of the fire cutoff junction box in different colors according to normal power generation, circuit breaker inspection, or fire occurrence so that it can be known from the outside; a gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device that sprays fire extinguishing liquid mechanically or electrically in the event of a fire, or forcibly sprays fire extinguishing liquid connected to the early fire extinguishing operation device; a sensor module that detects infrared rays, heat, humidity, and gas inside the outer casing; and an intelligent computing device that receives parameters detected by the sensor module and operates the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device electrically when any one of the parameters is above a reference value. It includes a main power cutoff device installed inside the fire cutoff junction box to cut off DC power to the main incoming line or output line when abnormal signs occur, and is characterized by having a power system dual protection system by cutting off power generated upon detection of abnormal temperature and fire through a module power cutoff box installed in front of the system fire junction box.
[0021] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the fire cutoff junction box of the intelligent integrated control monitoring-based photovoltaic power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention is characterized by further including a string power monitoring device that detects direct current power generated from the photovoltaic module in string units, determines whether normal power generation is occurring through voltage and current balance measurement between strings, and simultaneously detects malfunctioning or damaged panel sections.
[0022] To achieve the aforementioned objective, the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device of an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention comprises: a heat detection device in which an internal liquid expands and ruptures when a predetermined temperature is reached; a fixing pin that moves upward as the heat detection device ruptures; a first pressure spring that is tensioned while under pressure and assists the movement of the fixing pin; a latch with one end fixed to the fixing pin and rotates according to the movement of the fixing pin; a latch support shaft that supports the latch so as to rotate; a movable frame composed of a vertical frame and a horizontal frame in an L-shape structure and operated according to the rotation of the latch; a second pressure spring formed on the outer surface of the vertical frame and providing elastic force to move downward as the latch releases the pressure of a projection that fixes the vertical frame; and a projection that releases the movement of the vertical frame as contact with the other end of the latch is released.
[0023] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device of an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention is characterized by comprising: a solenoid that advances a plunger (P) to move it by a predetermined distance as power is applied; a latch that has one end fixed to the plunger (P) and rotates according to the movement of the plunger (P); a latch support shaft that supports the latch so as to rotate; a movable frame composed of a vertical frame and a horizontal frame in an L-shape structure and operated according to the rotation of the latch; a second pressure spring formed on the outer surface of the vertical frame and providing elastic force to move downward as the latch releases the pressure of a projection that fixes the vertical frame; and a projection that releases the movement of the vertical frame as contact with the other end of the latch is released.
[0024] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the fire cutoff junction box of the intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention is characterized by applying a triple operation method in which a user attempts early extinguishment by manually operating a gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device in a forced manner through external operation, receives parameters detected by the sensor module, and if the parameters are above a reference value, an intelligent computing device applies power to attempt extinguishment by operating the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device in an electrical manner, and if the power is cut off, when a predetermined temperature is reached, the internal liquid expands and the heat detection device ruptures, thereby attempting extinguishment by operating the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device in a mechanical manner.
[0025] To achieve the above-mentioned objective, the intelligent computing device of the intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention is characterized by displaying a fire warning when the carbon monoxide concentration inside the fire cutoff junction box, measured in real-time by the CO or IR detection sensor of the sensor module, exceeds the lower limit of a set range; activating a main power cutoff device to cut off the main power supply when the carbon monoxide concentration persists within the lower and upper limits of the set range for a certain period of time; and allowing the user to operate the early fire extinguishing device to activate a gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device when the concentration exceeds the upper limit of the set range and persists for a certain period of time or longer. Effects of the invention
[0027] The intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention has the effect of minimizing casualties and property damage by applying a triple operation method of automatic fire extinguishing of a built-in automatic fire extinguishing device instead of the extrusion spray method of a general fire extinguisher when a fire occurs, thereby enabling fire suppression in the detection section before fire, the initial section of fire, and the rapidly rising section of fire, thereby improving safety and reducing fire suppression time.
[0028] In addition, the intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention has a lower malfunction rate than a conventional fire detector, thereby improving reliability and operation detection performance. It also enables the operation of different operating devices depending on the maximum ignition point, which has the effect of improving fire response capabilities.
[0029] In addition, the intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device according to the present invention, capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs, eliminates the risk of electric shock by using automatic temperature, heat, and smoke detection and manual withdrawal methods when the fire extinguishing device operates, as there is no direct contact with the enclosure, and has the effect of shortening the operating time by enabling early operation.
[0030] In addition, the intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device according to the present invention, capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs, can confirm whether normal power generation is occurring by checking the DC voltage and current between strings of multiple installed solar modules through a string power monitoring device, thereby minimizing maintenance time. Furthermore, since section-by-section control is possible in case of an emergency or when an abnormal situation is detected, it has the effect of minimizing power generation loss and thus minimizing efficiency loss.
[0031] In addition, the intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device according to the present invention, capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs, can safely disconnect the junction box where DC power is collected through a string power monitoring device capable of controlling separate string modules, thereby ensuring convenience and safety in maintenance, and can safely protect the grid power by automatically cutting off the module power supply in the event of a fire or abnormal situation, thus having the effect of preventing accident escalation. Brief explanation of the drawing
[0033] FIG. 1 is a configuration diagram of an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention. FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating the connection structure of a solar module, a module power cutoff box, and a fire cutoff junction box of an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention. FIG. 3 is a drawing illustrating a fire-blocking junction box of a solar power generation device based on an intelligent integrated control monitoring system capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention. FIG. 4 is a diagram illustrating the operation mechanism of an early fire extinguishing device for a photovoltaic power generation device based on an intelligent integrated control monitoring system capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention. FIG. 5 is a diagram illustrating a mechanism for a fire extinguishing device to operate by a mechanical method using a heat detection device in the event of a power outage of an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention. FIG. 6 is a diagram illustrating the mechanism by which a fire extinguishing device operates by an electrical method of an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention. FIG. 7 is a drawing illustrating an electrical type and a mechanical type fire extinguishing device using a heat detection device in the case of no power supply, of an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention. FIG. 8 is a diagram illustrating an intelligent computing device of a photovoltaic power generation device based on an intelligent integrated control monitoring system capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention
[0034] Terms and words used in this specification and claims should not be interpreted as being limited to their ordinary or dictionary meanings, and should be interpreted in a meaning and concept consistent with the technical spirit of the invention, based on the principle that the inventor can appropriately define the concept of the terms to best describe his invention.
[0035] Therefore, the embodiments described in this specification and the configurations illustrated in the drawings are merely one preferred embodiment of the present invention and do not represent all of the technical ideas of the present invention; thus, it should be understood that various equivalents and modifications that can replace them may exist at the time of filing this application.
[0036] Hereinafter, an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the attached drawings.
[0037] FIG. 1 is a configuration diagram of an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention.
[0038] As illustrated in FIG. 1, the intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs according to the present invention includes a solar module (100), a module power cutoff box (200), a fire cutoff connection box (300), a power converter (400), a power distribution board (500), an RTU (Remote Terminal Unit: 600), and a monitoring system (700).
[0039] The above solar module (100) is a power generation module formed by connecting multiple 'solar cells' in series or parallel and sealing them with a frame and protective material to form a single rigid plate, which directly converts solar energy into electrical energy.
[0040] The above module power cutoff box (200) is a core electrical protection device of a photovoltaic power generation system that detects and manages power supplied from the above solar module (100) or string (module combination) in real time, and immediately cuts off the circuit for each string when a dangerous situation such as overload, short circuit, abnormal current, or fire occurs, thereby ensuring the safety of the system and the user.
[0041] That is, the module power cutoff box (200) is formed between the solar module (100) and the fire cutoff junction box (300), and when an abnormality such as overcurrent, short circuit, or fire is detected, it quickly and safely cuts off the power between the solar module (100) and the fire cutoff junction box (300) to prevent arc generation or additional damage.
[0042] As shown in FIG. 2, only the positive (+) terminal of the solar module (100) is connected to the circuit breaker of the module power cutoff box (200) and then connected to the fire cutoff connection box (300). In a state where the negative (-) terminal of the solar module (100) is directly connected to the fire cutoff connection box (300), a temperature sensor is installed inside the fire cutoff connection box (300) to detect operation in case of fire and high temperature in the module power cutoff box (200).
[0043] The above module power cutoff box (200) has an individual cutoff function by tripping the cutoff switch for each string when a bimetal switch detects a fire in the above fire cutoff connection box (300) to ensure safe access.
[0044] The above fire cutoff junction box (300) interconnects the sensor, control, communication, and cutoff functions with the above module power cutoff box (200) to protect the system's power flow and the entire facility, including modules, junction boxes, and wiring, in real time.
[0045] More specifically, the fire cutoff connection box (300) includes an early fire extinguishing operation device (310), a visualization device (320), a gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330), a sensor module (340), an intelligent computing device (350), a main power cutoff device (360), and a string power monitoring device (370), as shown in FIG. 3.
[0046] The above early fire extinguishing device (310) is a device that allows the fire extinguishing device installed inside to be forcibly operated safely through manual operation without contact with the outer casing when a fire occurs.
[0047] When a fire occurs, if the wiring inside the fire-blocking connection box (300) comes into contact with the outer casing from the inside, current is applied to the outer casing in a single-line ground fault state (single-line ground fault), and if a user touches the outer casing to open the door of the outer casing for the purpose of fire suppression, an electric shock accident may occur, and if the user touches the outer casing heated by the fire, burns may occur.
[0048] Accordingly, the above-mentioned early fire extinguishing device (310) has an operating part formed externally so that a user can manually operate it from outside the fire blocking connection box (300), and a fire extinguishing device formed inside the outer box.
[0049] More specifically, as illustrated in FIG. 4, the early fire suppression device (310) includes an operating part (311), an operating part (312), and a suppression part (313).
[0050] The above operating part (311) can be operated by the user by opening the cover (311a) formed on the outside of the outer casing installed for arbitrary operation and waterproofing of the fire cutoff connection box (300) and pulling the operating lever (311b).
[0051] The above operating unit (312) transmits the operating power generated by the user pulling the operating lever (311b) of the above operating unit (311) to the above suppression unit (313) so that the corresponding suppression unit (313) can operate.
[0052] More specifically, the operating part (312) includes a return elastic body (312a) and a power transmission wire (312b).
[0053] One end of the above-mentioned return elastic body (312a) is connected to the operating lever (311b) and the other end is fixed inside, so that it expands when the operating lever (311b) is pulled and returns to its original state when the pull is released.
[0054] The above return elastic body (312a) improves operation performance by enabling re-operation by automatically returning the above operation lever (311b) in the event of a misoperation.
[0055] One end of the power transmission wire (312b) is connected to the operating lever (311b), and the other end is connected to the glass bulb (313a) of the suppression unit (313), so that the glass bulb (313) is ruptured as the user pulls the operating lever (311b).
[0056] The glass bulb (313a) is a heat-sensitive element, and when it reaches a specific temperature, the internal liquid expands, causing the glass bulb to break and release extinguishing water into the extinguishing tank (313b). However, the user pulls the operating lever (311b) before the specific temperature is reached to spray the extinguishing liquid from the extinguishing tank (313b) early. The glass bulb (313a) is a sub-component constituting the suppression unit (313).
[0057] As mentioned above, the suppression unit (313) is composed of a glass bulb (313a) and a fire extinguishing tank (313b), and as the glass bulb (313a) formed at the inlet of the fire extinguishing tank (313b) containing the fire extinguishing liquid is ruptured as described above, the fire extinguishing liquid inside the fire extinguishing tank (313b) is sprayed to suppress the fire.
[0058] The above visualization device (320) displays the conditions inside the fire-blocking connection box (300) in different colors, such as normal power generation, circuit breaker inspection, and fire, so that they can be known from the outside.
[0059] The above visualization device (320) ensures optimal identification performance by applying high-efficiency LEDs.
[0060] The above gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330) is a fire extinguishing device capable of mechanical or electrical operation, normally stored in a liquid state, and vaporizes into a colorless and odorless vapor when sprayed, leaving no residue.
[0061] For reference, the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330) may be identical to the suppression unit (313), and the glass bulb (313a) may correspond to the heat detection device (331).
[0062] First, the mechanism by which the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330) operates mechanically to operate the fire extinguishing device will be explained.
[0063] More specifically, the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330) includes a heat detection device (331), a fixing pin (332), a first pressure spring (333), a latch (334), a latch support shaft (335), a movable frame (336), a second pressure spring (337), and a projection (338), as shown in FIG. 5.
[0064] As shown in FIG. 5b, the heat detection device (331) expands and ruptures when it reaches a specific temperature.
[0065] The above fixing pin (332) moves upward as the heat sensing device (331) ruptures.
[0066] The first pressure spring (333) is stretched as the heat sensing device (331) ruptures, and the tension generated helps the fixing pin (332) move upward as shown in FIG. 5b.
[0067] One end of the latch (334) is fixed to the fixing pin (332), and the other end is hooked onto the projection (338) that is holding the movable frame (336).
[0068] The above latch support shaft (335) is formed in a vertical direction and supports the middle point of the latch (334) so that it can rotate with a seesaw mechanism.
[0069] The above-mentioned movable frame (336) is composed of a vertical frame (336a) and a horizontal frame (336b) in an L-shape structure and is movable according to the rotation of the above-mentioned latch (334).
[0070] The second pressure spring (337) is formed on the outer surface of the vertical frame (336a) and provides elastic force to move downward as the latch (334) releases the pressure of the projection (338) that is fixing the vertical frame (336a).
[0071] That is, the second pressure spring (337) causes the vertical frame (336) to move downward by the tension force generated as the pressure of the projection (338) is released.
[0072] As the above projection (338) releases contact with the other end of the latch (334) it is in contact with, it releases the movement of the vertical frame (336a).
[0073] As described above, as the vertical frame (336a) moves, the combined horizontal frame (336b) moves downward and pressurizes the valve (V) of the fire extinguishing tank (313b) as shown in FIG. 5b to spray the fire extinguishing liquid.
[0074] The above gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330) may also spray fire extinguishing liquid by pressurizing the valve of the fire extinguishing tank (313b) through electrical operation.
[0075] As illustrated in FIG. 6c, by detecting early fire and local fire through smoke, infrared, and heat detection via the CO or IR detection sensor (341) and temperature sensor (342) of the sensor module (340), the intelligent computing device (350), which receives the detection information of the CO or IR detection sensor (341) and temperature sensor (342) via wired or wireless connection, operates the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330).
[0076] That is, as the intelligent computing device (350) applies power to the solenoid (339), the plunger (P) is pulled downward and pressurizes the latch (334), and the latch (334) rotates under the support of the latch support shaft (335) to operate the operating device (336), thereby mechanically operating the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330), and the horizontal frame (339b) pressurizes the valve (V) of the fire extinguishing tank (313b), which is not shown in FIG. 6, to spray the fire extinguishing liquid.
[0077] At this time, it is preferable that a return spring (339a) formed in a compressed state on the outer surface of the plunger (P) is tensioned together with the plunger (P) moving downward when power is applied and the solenoid (339) is operated, and when power is cut off, it is compressed back to its original state to return the plunger (P) to its original position.
[0078] As described above, the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330) is described in cases where it operates mechanically and electrically, but as shown in FIG. 7, the overall mechanism is similar, except that the power source that operates the latch (334) to operate the movable frame (336) is different.
[0079] The sensor module (340) may further include a humidity sensor (343) to measure the humidity inside the fire-blocking connection box (300).
[0080] Before a fire occurs, the temperature sensor (342) measures the temperature inside the fire cutoff connection box (300), and the intelligent computing device (350) connected to the temperature sensor (342) can indicate a fire warning as 'high temperature' if the measured value (sensor) is greater than or equal to the set value (setting).
[0081] Additionally, when the CO or IR detection sensor (341) measures the carbon monoxide concentration inside the fire cutoff connection box (300) in real time, the intelligent computing device (350) displays a monitoring fire warning if the measured carbon monoxide concentration is above the lower limit of the set range, and when the carbon monoxide concentration persists within the lower and upper limits of the set range for a certain period of time, it activates the main power cutoff device (360) to cut off the main power supply.
[0082] At this time, if the carbon monoxide concentration exceeds the upper limit of the set range for a certain period of time or longer, it is preferable for the user to first operate the early fire suppression device to activate the suppression unit (313) or the gas-type automatic fire suppression device (330).
[0083] If primary extinguishing is not achieved, the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330) performs secondary extinguishing by an electrical method, and if secondary extinguishing is not achieved, tertiary extinguishing is achieved by a mechanical method.
[0084] Infrared (IR) detection through the above CO or IR detection sensor (341) can further determine whether an actual fire has occurred by detecting fire flames, thereby improving reliability.
[0085] If the above CO or IR detection sensor (341) does not detect both carbon monoxide and infrared radiation within the set range, or detects only one of carbon monoxide and infrared radiation, it does not perform warning indication, main power supply cutoff, or fire extinguisher operation output.
[0086] On the other hand, if the CO or IR detection sensor (341) detects both carbon monoxide and infrared radiation within the set range, it performs a warning indication, cuts off the main power supply, or outputs the operation of a fire extinguishing device.
[0087] CO IR output of power 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 1 1
[0088] However, if the above carbon monoxide concentration exceeds the upper limit of the set range for a certain period of time or longer, the fire cutoff connection box (300) performs a warning indication, cutoff of main power supply, or operation of a fire extinguishing device regardless of the detection of CO and IR.
[0089] Immediately after a fire occurs, when a local fire starts in the fire cutoff connection box (300), the CO or IR detection sensor (341) measures the CO concentration and measures the time.
[0090] When power is supplied, the above-mentioned early fire extinguishing device (310) is operated to activate the suppression unit (313) so that the fire can be suppressed early.
[0091] When the power supply is cut off due to the occurrence of a direct fire, such as a large fire (flame) or a DC electric fire inside the fire-blocking connection box (300), the heat detection device (331) is activated and ruptured, causing the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330) to operate, thereby allowing the fire to be quickly suppressed.
[0092] Alternatively, if a fire suppressor detects a fire near the fire cutoff connection box (300), the early fire suppression activation device (310) is operated to forcibly activate the suppression unit (313) so that forced fire suppression can be carried out.
[0093] As mentioned above, the intelligent computing device (350) receives detection information from the CO or IR detection sensor (341) and temperature sensor (342) connected via wired or wireless connection.
[0094] More specifically, as shown in FIG. 8, the intelligent computing device (350) is equipped with a control power connection unit, a sensor module connection unit, a status notification display connection unit, an RS485 communication connection unit, and a voltage and current measurement unit for each string, and performs the functions of monitoring the voltage and current for each string of the photovoltaic power generation device, monitoring the internal temperature of the junction box, displaying a high temperature when the temperature is above the set temperature, and displaying a status notification (Red_R, Blue_B, Green_G) inside the junction box.
[0095] The intelligent computing device (350) may operate the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device (330) as described above with the received detection information, but may also transmit the detection information to the monitoring system (700) located locally or remotely via wired or wireless so that an administrator or others can monitor it locally or remotely, and may also transmit information such as voice and lamp notification output.
[0096] The above monitoring system (700) can monitor and control N multiple locations from one place through wired or wireless fire monitoring, thereby reducing manpower waste, improving safety through remote control upon early detection of abnormal conditions, and increasing maintenance efficiency thereafter.
[0097] In addition, the intelligent computing device (350) is an intelligent computing device capable of monitoring communication such as calculating / confirming voltage and current measurements between strings, detecting temperature and humidity, monitoring communication of a visualization device, whether a fire extinguisher operates, whether a main power cutoff device (360) operates, setting a temperature threshold, detecting smoke and IR sensors and outputting calculations, opening a junction box door, and wired / wireless communication.
[0098] The above main power cutoff device (360) is installed inside the fire cutoff connection box (300) and cuts off the DC power of the main incoming line or output line in the event of an abnormality such as a fire.
[0099] The above string power monitoring device (370) detects the DC power (voltage, current) generated from the solar module (100) on a string-by-string basis, and easily determines whether normal power generation is occurring by measuring the voltage and current balance between strings, while simultaneously detecting malfunctioning or damaged panel sections.
[0100] The above string power monitoring device (370) can control and protect each string by urgently cutting off the power of the above solar module (100) when an abnormal sign occurs in the string unit configuration.
[0101] The above string power monitoring device (370) is suitable for safe power generation supply and maintenance of DC junction boxes.
[0102] The above power conversion device (400) is formed between the fire-blocking connection box (300) and the power distribution panel (500) and serves as a core device that primarily converts and controls the form of electricity to stably supply electrical energy to a load or system, converting DC (direct current) electricity into AC (alternating current) electricity or managing power quality.
[0103] That is, the power conversion device (400) mainly uses an inverter to convert DC to AC, and stably controls the voltage, frequency, phase, etc. during the conversion process.
[0104] At this time, the power converter (400) can improve electrical quality, such as harmonic reduction, abnormal current blocking, and surge (instantaneous overvoltage) protection, through additional devices such as a harmonic filter.
[0105] The above switchboard (500) safely supplies the electricity converted by the above power converter (400) to loads such as buildings, facilities, etc.
[0106] The RTU (600) collects power generation, environmental information (temperature, solar radiation, etc.), and device status signals in real time from the solar module (100), fire-blocking junction box (300), power converter (400), etc., and transmits the collected data to the monitoring system (700), smartphone, control server, etc. linked via various paths so that the abnormality of the power plant operation status can be monitored in real time.
[0107] In addition, the RTU (600) immediately sends a notification message to a warning light notification device, smartphone, etc., when an abnormal situation (overload, device failure, etc.) occurs, enabling the manager to respond quickly.
[0108] In particular, the RTU (600) is equipped with internal memory, so that in the event of a communication failure or power outage, data can be temporarily stored in the memory (e.g., 90 days' worth of data), and after recovery, missing data can be retransmitted to perform backup and disaster recovery functions.
[0109] Although the technical concept of the present invention has been described above together with the accompanying drawings, this is merely an illustrative explanation of preferred embodiments of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Furthermore, it is evident that anyone with ordinary knowledge in the technical field to which the present invention pertains can make various modifications and imitations within the scope of the technical concept of the present invention without departing from its scope. Explanation of the symbols
[0110] V: Valve P: Plunger 100 : Solar module 200 : Module power cutoff box 300 : Fire cutoff junction box 310 : Early fire suppression device 311 : Control panel 311a : Cover 311b : Control lever 312 : Operating part 312a: Return elastic body 312b: Power transmission wire 313 : Manual fire extinguishing device 313a : Glass bulb 313b : Fire extinguishing tank 320 : Visualization device 330 : Gas-type automatic fire extinguishing system 331 : Heat detector 332 : Fixing pin 333 : First pressure spring 334 : Lech 335 : Latch support axis 336 : Movable Frame 336a : Vertical frame 336b : Horizontal frame 337 : Second pressure spring 338 : Protrusion 340 : Sensor module 341: CO or IR detection sensor 342 : Temperature sensor 350 : Connection box motherboard 360 : Main power cutoff device 370 : String power monitoring device 380: Control board 400 : Power converter 500 : Switchboard 600 : RTU 700 : Monitoring System
Claims
Claim 1 A solar module; a fire extinguishing junction box that collects and outputs electricity generated from a plurality of the solar modules and suppresses an internal fire by spraying extinguishing liquid in a forced, mechanical, or electrical manner depending on the situation; a power converter that converts and controls the form of electricity to stably supply the electricity received from the fire extinguishing junction box to a load or system; a switchboard that supplies the electricity converted by the power converter to the load; and a monitoring system that monitors the internal condition of the fire extinguishing junction box locally or remotely; wherein the fire extinguishing junction box includes an early extinguishing activation device that forcibly activates an internal fire extinguishing device through safe manual operation without contact with the outer casing in the event of a fire; a visualization device that displays the internal condition of the fire extinguishing junction box in different colors according to normal power generation, circuit breaker inspection, or fire occurrence so that it can be known from the outside; and a gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device that sprays extinguishing liquid mechanically or electrically in the event of a fire, or is connected to the early extinguishing activation device to forcibly spray extinguishing liquid. An intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs, comprising: a sensor module for detecting infrared rays, heat, humidity, and gas inside the enclosure; wherein the fire cutoff connection box attempts early fire suppression by manually operating a gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device in a forced manner by a user from the outside; receives parameters detected by the sensor module and, if the parameters are above a reference value, has an intelligent computing device apply power to attempt fire suppression by operating the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device in an electrical manner; and, if the power is cut off, attempts fire suppression by operating the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device in a mechanical manner as the internal liquid expands and the heat detection device ruptures when a predetermined temperature is reached. Claim 2 An intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs, characterized in that, in claim 1, it further includes a module power cutoff box that detects and manages power generated and supplied for each string of the solar modules in real time and cuts off the circuit when a dangerous situation occurs. Claim 3 An intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs, characterized in that it further includes an RTU that collects power generation amount, environmental information, and device status signals in real time from the solar module, fire cutoff junction box, and power converter, and transmits the collected data to the linked monitoring system to monitor in real time whether there is an abnormality in the power plant operation status. Claim 4 The intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs, wherein the fire cutoff junction box further comprises: an intelligent computing device that receives parameters detected by the sensor module and operates the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device electrically when any one parameter is above a reference value; and a main power cutoff device installed inside the fire cutoff junction box that cuts off the DC power of the main incoming line or output line when an abnormal sign occurs. Claim 5 In claim 4, the fire cutoff connection box further comprises a string power monitoring device that detects direct current power generated from the solar module in string units, determines whether normal power generation is occurring through voltage and current balance measurement between strings, and simultaneously detects malfunctioning or damaged panel sections; an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs. Claim 6 In claim 4, the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device comprises: a heat sensing device in which an internal liquid expands and ruptures when a predetermined temperature is reached; a fixing pin that moves upward as the heat sensing device ruptures; a first pressure spring that is tensioned while in a pressurized state and assists the movement of the fixing pin; a latch with one end fixed to the fixing pin and rotates according to the movement of the fixing pin; a latch support shaft that supports the latch so as to rotate; a movable frame composed of a vertical frame and a horizontal frame in an L-shape structure and operated according to the rotation of the latch; a second pressure spring formed on the outer surface of the vertical frame and providing elastic force to move downward as the latch releases the pressure of a projection that fixes the vertical frame; and a projection that releases the movement of the vertical frame as contact with the other end of the latch is released; characterized in that it is an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs. Claim 7 In claim 4, the gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device comprises: a solenoid that advances a plunger (P) to move it by a predetermined distance as power is applied; a latch that has one end fixed to the plunger (P) and rotates according to the movement of the plunger (P); a latch support shaft that supports the latch so as to be rotatable; a movable frame configured with a vertical frame and a horizontal frame in an L-shape structure and operated according to the rotation of the latch; a second pressure spring formed on the outer surface of the vertical frame that provides elastic force to move downward as the latch releases the pressure of a projection that fixes the vertical frame; and a projection that releases the movement of the vertical frame as contact with the other end of the latch is released; characterized in that it comprises an intelligent integrated control monitoring-based solar power generation device capable of pre-detecting fire and abnormal signs. Claim 8 delete Claim 9 In claim 4, the intelligent computing device is characterized by displaying a fire warning when the carbon monoxide concentration inside the fire cut-off junction box, measured in real-time by the CO or IR detection sensor of the sensor module, exceeds the lower limit of the time setting range, operating a main power cut-off device to cut off the main power supply when the carbon monoxide concentration persists within the lower and upper limits of the setting range for a certain period of time, and allowing the user to operate the early fire extinguishing device to activate a gas-type automatic fire extinguishing device when the concentration exceeds the upper limit of the setting range and persists for a certain period of time or longer.