Vertical solar panel structure

Abstract

A vertical solar panel structure includes a support frame having a longitudinally arranged fixing part for fixing to an object to be installed, an extension part extending laterally from the fixing part, and a first insertion part extending longitudinally from the extension part; a frame assembly having a first frame strip and a second frame strip located on the opposite side of the first frame strip, the first frame strip having at least one first insertion hole for the first insertion part of the support frame to be inserted; and a solar panel mounted on the first frame strip and the second frame strip. By virtue of the above technical features, the space utilization of the solar panel structure when installed in a building is increased, thereby increasing the scalability of the solar system, and thereby improving the accuracy and efficiency of solar panel fixing and the stability of the structure.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to solar panel installation technology, and more particularly to a vertical solar panel structure. Prior Technology

[0002] Existing solar panels are typically mounted on building rooftops in a flat or sloping manner, and cannot be installed on building exterior walls (vertical surfaces). This limits the installation space available for solar panels and restricts the scalability of the solar system. Furthermore, the mounting structure for flat-mounted solar panels usually requires numerous supports, which not only increases installation time but also increases the likelihood of errors during construction. This makes it difficult to align the supports for each solar panel perfectly, affecting the spacing and arrangement of the panels, reducing installation accuracy and aesthetics. Additionally, existing solar panel mounting structures use metal brackets or frames to support the panels. These brackets are often made of steel, aluminum, or stainless steel and require pre-drilling and fixing at the installation location, using screws, nuts, or welding to secure the solar panels. This makes assembly inconvenient and prone to loosening and instability. Therefore, the space utilization, convenience, accuracy, and structural stability of existing solar panel mounting structures still need improvement. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Given the numerous shortcomings of existing vertical solar panel structures, the purpose of this invention is to provide a vertical solar panel structure that can be installed vertically on the exterior wall of a building, thereby increasing the space utilization when the solar panel structure is installed on the building, and thus increasing the scalability of the solar energy system.

[0004] Another objective of this invention is to provide a vertical solar panel structure that improves the ease and accuracy of assembly and the stability of the structure.

[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned objective of the present invention, the present invention provides a vertical solar panel structure, comprising a support frame having a fixing part for fixing to an object and arranged longitudinally, an extension part extending laterally from the fixing part, and a first insertion part extending longitudinally from the extension part; a frame assembly having a first frame strip and a second frame strip located on the opposite side of the first frame strip, the first frame strip having at least one first insertion hole for the first insertion part of the support frame to be inserted; and a solar panel mounted on the first frame strip and the second frame strip.

[0006] By means of a vertically arranged fixing part, a horizontally extended extension part, and a first insertion part extending vertically from the extension part, the solar panel can be installed vertically on the object to be installed (exterior wall), thereby increasing the space utilization when the solar panel structure is installed in the building, and thus increasing the scalability of the solar system.

[0007] Furthermore, the design of the first insertion part on the bracket and the insertion holes of the frame assembly makes the installation of solar panels simpler, requiring only plugging in to complete the installation. This saves time and reduces the complexity of the installation process, improving the accuracy of solar panel fixing, installation efficiency, and structural stability.

[0008] Preferably, there are two brackets, defined as a first bracket and a second bracket. The first bracket includes the fixing part and the extension part, and the second bracket includes the extension part and the first insertion part. The extension part of the second bracket is adjustablely connected to the extension part of the first bracket. This improves the structural strength and assembly convenience of the brackets.

[0009] Preferably, the first insertion portion of the bracket and the first insertion hole of the frame assembly are glued or filled with a filler. This improves the stability of the connection.

[0010] Preferably, the frame assembly has a first tongue formed on one side of the first socket for the first insertion portion of the bracket to abut against, and the first insertion portion and the first tongue are connected by means of potting, filler, cap, or a combination thereof. This enhances the connection strength between the first insertion portion of the bracket and the frame assembly.

[0011] Preferably, the first frame strip of the frame assembly is composed of a first outer piece and a first inner piece located inside the first outer piece, and the first insertion hole is located on the first outer piece. This improves the structural strength of the first frame strip.

[0012] Preferably, the first inner piece also has a plurality of first insertion holes that communicate with the first insertion holes of the first outer piece. This further enhances the connection strength between the first insertion portion of the bracket and the frame assembly.

[0013] Preferably, the first insertion portion of the bracket has a first protrusion that can engage with the first insertion hole of the frame assembly. This prevents the insertion portion from accidentally disengaging from the frame hole.

[0014] Preferably, the bracket has a second insertion portion extending longitudinally from the extension, and the second frame strip has at least one second insertion hole for insertion of the second insertion portion of the bracket. This provides additional support and stability, making the overall structure more robust.

[0015] Preferably, the second insertion portion of the bracket and the second insertion hole of the frame assembly are glued or filled with a filler. This improves the stability of the connection.

[0016] Preferably, the frame assembly has a second tongue formed on one side of the second insertion hole for abutting the second insertion portion of the bracket. The second insertion portion and the second tongue are further connected by means of potting, filler, cap, or a combination thereof. This enhances the connection strength between the second insertion portion of the bracket and the frame assembly.

[0017] Preferably, the second frame strip of the frame assembly is composed of a second outer piece and a second inner piece located inside the second outer piece, and the second insertion hole is located on the second outer piece. This improves the structural strength of the second frame strip.

[0018] Preferably, the second inner piece also has a plurality of second insertion holes that communicate with the second insertion holes of the second outer piece. This further enhances the connection strength between the second insertion portion of the bracket and the frame assembly.

[0019] Preferably, the second insertion portion of the bracket has a second protrusion that can engage with the second insertion hole of the frame assembly. This prevents the insertion portion from accidentally disengaging from the frame hole.

[0020] Detailed construction, features, assembly, and usage of the vertical solar panel structure provided by this invention will be described in the subsequent detailed description of embodiments. However, those skilled in the art will understand that such detailed descriptions and the specific embodiments listed for implementing this invention are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of the patent application. Simple Explanation of the Diagram

[0021] Figure 1 is a perspective view of one of the preferred embodiments of the present invention. Figure 2 is a perspective view of another configuration of a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 is an exploded perspective view of one of the preferred embodiments of the present invention. Figure 4 is another exploded perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 is a planar sectional view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 is an exploded perspective view of another preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 is another exploded perspective view of another preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 8 is a planar combined sectional view of another preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 9 is a planar sectional view of another preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 10 is a planar sectional view of a more preferred embodiment of the present invention. Figure 11 is a planar sectional view of another preferred embodiment of the present invention. Implementation

[0022] The applicant first clarifies that in the embodiments and drawings described below, the same reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or their structural features. It should be noted that the elements and structures in the drawings are for illustrative purposes and are not drawn to scale or in quantity; furthermore, features of different embodiments can be used interchangeably if the second implementation is possible. Secondly, when it is stated that an element is disposed on another element, it means that the aforementioned element is directly disposed on the other element, or that the aforementioned element is indirectly disposed on the other element; that is, one or more other elements are disposed between the two elements. Conversely, when it is stated that an element is "directly" disposed on another element, it means that no other elements are disposed between the two elements.

[0023] Please refer to Figures 1 and 2. A preferred embodiment of the vertical solar panel structure 1 of the present invention mainly includes multiple supports 10, multiple frame assemblies 20, and multiple solar panels 30.

[0024] As shown in Figures 3 to 5, each bracket 10 has a fixing part 11, an extension part 12, a first insertion part 13, and a second insertion part 14. The fixing part 11 is used to fix the object to be installed, such as an exterior wall or frame. The extension part 12 extends from the fixing part 11, the first insertion part 13 extends from the extension part 12, and the second insertion part 14 extends from the extension part 12 in the opposite direction to the first insertion part 13. In this embodiment, the first insertion part 13 and the second insertion part 14 are staggered front-back and left-right, but this is not a limitation of the present invention. Among the outermost two brackets 10, one bracket 10 may only have the first insertion part 13, and one bracket 10 may only have the second insertion part 14.

[0025] As shown in Figures 3 to 5, each frame assembly 20 has a first frame strip 21 and a second frame strip 22. The second frame strip 22 is located on the opposite side of the first frame strip 21. The first frame strip 21 includes a first outer piece 211 and a first inner piece 212, with the first inner piece 212 located inside the first outer piece 211. The second frame strip 22 includes a second outer piece 221 and a second inner piece 222, with the second inner piece 222 located inside the second outer piece 221. The first outer piece 211 has two first insertion holes 213, and the second outer piece 221 has two second insertion holes 223. The first insertion holes 213 are for the first insertion portion 13 of the bracket 10 to be inserted, and the second insertion holes 223 are for the second insertion portion 14 of the bracket 10 to be inserted. That is, in this embodiment, the first insertion holes 213 and the second insertion holes 223 are also staggered front-to-back and left-to-right, but this invention is not limited to this.

[0026] As shown in Figures 3 to 5, the solar panel 30 is installed on the frame assembly 20.

[0027] By means of the longitudinally arranged fixing part 11, the laterally extended extension part 12, and the first insertion part 13 and the second insertion part 14 extending longitudinally from the extension part 12, and in conjunction with the first insertion hole 213 and the second insertion hole 223 of the frame assembly 20, the solar panel 30 can be installed vertically on the object to be installed (exterior wall), thereby increasing the space utilization when the solar panel structure is installed in the building, and further increasing the scalability of the solar system, thus achieving the purpose of the present invention.

[0028] By inserting the first insertion portion 13 of the bracket 10 into the first insertion hole 213 of the frame assembly 20, and by inserting the second insertion portion 14 of the bracket 10 into the second insertion hole 223 of the frame assembly 20, the frame assembly 20 on one side of the positioning bracket 10 and the frame assembly 20 on the other side of the bracket 10 can be installed respectively, thereby improving the convenience and accuracy of assembly and the stability of the structure, thus achieving the purpose of the present invention.

[0029] Furthermore, the misalignment design of the first socket 213 and the second socket 223 serves as a foolproof mechanism to prevent incorrect assembly in the vertical direction.

[0030] Another preferred embodiment of the vertical solar panel structure 1 of the present invention, as shown in Figures 6 to 8, is largely the same as the aforementioned embodiment, except that: the first insertion hole 213 is also located on the first inner sheet 212 and corresponds to the first insertion hole 213 on the first outer sheet 211, and the second insertion hole 223 is also located on the second inner sheet 222 and corresponds to the second insertion hole 223 on the second outer sheet 221. This provides more secure insertion and fixation, thus achieving the same objective of the present invention.

[0031] Another preferred embodiment of the vertical solar panel structure 1 of the present invention, as shown in FIG. 9, is largely the same as the aforementioned embodiment, except that: the frame assembly 20 has a first tongue 214 on the side of the first insertion hole 213 and abutting against the first insertion portion 13 of the bracket 10, and the frame assembly 20 has a second tongue 224 on the side of the second insertion hole 223 and abutting against the second insertion portion 14 of the bracket 10. Thus, the first tongue 214 provides a more stable abutment for the first insertion portion 13, and the second tongue 224 provides a more stable abutment for the second insertion portion 14, thereby providing more lateral blocking area, increasing stability, and achieving the objective of the present invention. Furthermore, the first insertion portion 13 and the first tongue 214 can be connected by potting, filler, cap, or a combination thereof, and the second insertion portion 14 and the second tongue 224 can also be connected by potting, filler, cap, or a combination thereof.

[0032] A preferred embodiment of the vertical solar panel structure 1 of the present invention, as shown in FIG. 10, is largely the same as the aforementioned embodiment, except that: the support 10 further has a first protrusion 15 connected to the first insertion portion 13, and the support 10 further has a second protrusion 16 connected to the second insertion portion 14. Thus, the first protrusion 15 prevents the first insertion portion 13 from disengaging from the first insertion hole 213 of the frame assembly 20 on the opposite side, and the second protrusion 16 prevents the second insertion portion 14 from disengaging from the second insertion hole 223 of the frame assembly 20 on one side, thereby achieving the purpose of stable fixation of the present invention.

[0033] In addition, glue or a filler can be injected between the first insertion part 13 of the bracket 10 and the first insertion hole 213 of the frame assembly 20, and glue or a filler can be injected between the second insertion part 14 of the bracket 10 and the second insertion hole 223 of the frame assembly 20 (not shown) to increase the bonding strength and stability.

[0034] As shown in Figure 11, another preferred embodiment of the vertical solar panel structure 1 of the present invention is generally the same as the aforementioned embodiment, except that: the support includes a first support 10A and a second support 10B that is adjustablely combined with the first support 10A. The first support 10A includes the fixing part 11 and the extension part 12, and the second support 10B includes the extension part 12, the first insertion part 13 and the second insertion part 14.

[0035] In summary, the vertical solar panel structure 1 provided by the present invention can install solar panels vertically on the object to be installed (exterior wall), thereby increasing the space utilization when the solar panel structure is installed in the building, and thus increasing the scalability of the solar system. It also has the advantages of simple structure, convenient installation and stable connection.

[0036] Finally, it must be stated again that the constituent elements disclosed in the foregoing embodiments of the present invention are merely illustrative examples and are not intended to limit the scope of this application. Substitutions or variations of other equivalent elements should also be covered by the scope of the patent application in this application.

[0037] 10: Bracket 10A: First support 10B: Second stent 11: Fixing part 12: Extension 13: First Insertion 14: Second Insertion 15: First protrusion 16: Second protrusion 20: Frame assembly 21: First frame 211: First Foreign Film 212: First inner piece 213: First socket 214: First Tongue Piece 22: Second frame 221: Second Foreign Film 222: Second inner piece 223: Second socket 224: Second tongue slice 30: Solar panels

Claims

1. A vertical solar panel structure comprising: a support having a fixing portion for fixing to an object and arranged longitudinally, an extension portion extending laterally from the fixing portion, and a first insertion portion extending longitudinally from the extension portion; a frame assembly having a first frame strip and a second frame strip located on the opposite side of the first frame strip, the first frame strip having at least one first insertion hole for the first insertion portion of the support to be inserted; and a solar panel mounted on the first frame strip and the second frame strip.

2. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 1, wherein, The bracket has two components, and the two brackets are defined as a first bracket and a second bracket. The first bracket includes the fixing part and the extension part, and the second bracket includes the extension part and the first insertion part. The extension part of the second bracket is adjustablely connected to the extension part of the first bracket.

3. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 1, wherein, The first insertion part of the bracket and the first insertion hole of the frame assembly are glued or filled with a filler.

4. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 1, wherein, The frame assembly has a first tongue formed on one side of the first socket and for the first insertion portion of the bracket to abut against, the first insertion portion and the first tongue being connected by means of potting, filler, cap or a combination thereof.

5. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 1, wherein, The first frame strip of the frame assembly is composed of a first outer piece and a first inner piece located inside the first outer piece, and the first insertion hole is located on the first outer piece.

6. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 5, wherein, The first inner sheet also has multiple first sockets that communicate with the first sockets of the first outer sheet.

7. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 1, wherein, The first insertion portion of the bracket has a first protrusion, which can be engaged with the first insertion hole of the frame assembly.

8. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 1, wherein, The bracket has a second insertion portion extending longitudinally from the extension, and the second frame has at least one second insertion hole for the second insertion portion of the bracket to be inserted.

9. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 8, wherein, The second insertion part of the bracket and the second insertion hole of the frame assembly are glued or filled with a filler.

10. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 8, wherein, The frame assembly has a second tongue formed on one side of the second socket and for the second insertion portion of the bracket to abut against, the second insertion portion and the second tongue being connected by means of potting, filler, cap or a combination thereof.

11. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 8, wherein, The second frame strip of the frame assembly is composed of a second outer piece and a second inner piece located inside the second outer piece, and the second insertion hole is located on the second outer piece.

12. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 11, wherein, The second inner piece also has multiple second sockets that communicate with the second sockets of the second outer piece.

13. The vertical solar panel structure as described in claim 8, wherein, The second insertion portion of the bracket has a second protrusion that can be engaged with the second insertion hole of the frame assembly.

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