Portable solar energy system

Abstract

The invention relates to a portable solar energy system designed to be transported within a container, wherein the solar panels are configured to be foldable during storage and transport, and expandable during use.

Description

[0001] DESCRIPTION

[0002] PORTABLE SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM TECHNICAL FIELD

[0003] The invention relates to a portable solar energy system designed to be transported within a container, wherein the solar panels are configured to be foldable during storage and transport, and expandable during use.

[0004] BACKGROUND

[0005] In the known state of the art, portable solar panels are well established. At this point, differences in panel opening and closing mechanisms, methods of improving energy efficiency, and cleaning and storage techniques allow such inventions to be distinguished from each other. Our invention comprises a photovoltaic panel, a high-capacity battery system, and related auxiliary components, designed to provide an uninterrupted electricity source for a given location — particularly for agricultural irrigation, disaster zones, mining operations, military areas, and field hospitals — through rapid and easy installation.

[0006] All components of the system are assembled within a container. The system primarily includes rows of photovoltaic units, each mounted on V-shaped wheels that enable smooth movement. These wheels are positioned at the lower parts of the units, while the upper parts are joined by gear hinges that allow the panels to open at various angles according to the sun’s position. Angle bars with linear rails are used to ensure the panels can unfold in a straight alignment. The V-shaped wheels move easily on the aforementioned rails, as the rails are designed to prevent accumulation of dust or mud. The rails are anchored to the ground using mounting brackets, which are fixed with stakes and reinforced with load supports to ensure stability and durability. The photovoltaic panels are coated with a ceramic layer, which provides protection against stains, dirt, and dust accumulation. This coating significantly reduces surface contamination, ensuring that the panels maintain optimal light absorption efficiency.

[0007] AIM OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The purpose of the invention is to ensure users’ access to electrical energy in locations where energy resources are limited, within the critical importance of renewable energy solutions.The combination of important factors such as mobility, durability, and efficiency constitutes the prominent aspects of the invention. In addition, the angularly adjustable structure of the solar panels and their ceramic coating features significantly enhance the long-term performance of the system.

[0009] Unlike conventional mobile container-based solar energy system (PV) configurations known in the prior art, in the present invention, angle-adjustable hinges allow the panels to achieve different inclination angles (generally 10°, 15°, and 20°, or at any desired angle) under various conditions and irradiation levels. This enables optimum system efficiency to be achieved.

[0010] In the system subject to the invention, the structure operates smoothly during deployment through a V-shaped wheel moving along an angle iron rail component. Since the angle iron is mounted in an inverted position, it prevents dust, mud, and other efficiency-reducing factors from adhering to its surface, which is particularly advantageous in desert environments.

[0011] The panels used in the invention contain a ceramic coating, which prevents the accumulation of dust or dirt under all weather conditions that may be encountered in desert environments. At the same time, a storage system is integrated into the setup to store surplus energy generated during operation.

[0012] The portable solar energy system, which is designed to fit within a container, is also adapted to be transported on a trailer.

[0013] FIGURE LIST

[0014] Figure 1. Folded view of the invention inside the container

[0015] Figure 2. Detailed view of the closed hinge system

[0016] Figure 3. Detailed view of the open hinge system

[0017] Figure 4. Representation of the hinge system on the invention

[0018] Figure 5. Detailed view of the movement mechanism

[0019] Figure 6. Side view of the movement mechanism

[0020] Figure 7. Sequential view of the solar panels in a closed position within the invention

[0021] Figure 8. Structural layout of the track plate on which the solar panels move Figure 9. View of the invention unfolded outside the container

[0022] Figure 10. Side view of the invention unfolded outside the containerList of Reference Numerals in the Figures

[0023] 1. Container

[0024] 2. Photovoltaic module

[0025] 3. Hinge connection element

[0026] 3.1. Gear hinge

[0027] 3.2. Module row fixing hole

[0028] 4. Photovoltaic module movement mechanism

[0029] 4.1. Front movement arm

[0030] 4.2. Rear movement arm

[0031] 4.3. Movement mechanism fixing element

[0032] 4.4. Wheel

[0033] 5. Track plate fixing mechanism

[0034] 6. Track plate

[0035] DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0036] The invention relates to a system designed to provide uninterruoted electricity supply in various application areas such as agricultural irrigation, disaster zones, mining sites, military facilities, and field hospitals, offering the advantages of rapid and easy installation. The system comprises a plurality of photovoltaic modules (2) that can be folded and stacked within a container (1), a hinge connection element (3) enabling efficient folding and unfolding of the photovoltaic modules (2), a photovoltaic module movement mechanism (4) allowing smooth movement of the photovoltaic modules (2) into and out of the container (1), and a track plate (6) on which the photovoltaic module movement mechanism (4) operates. The system is designed as a versatile and durable energy source, incorporating photovoltaic modules (2), a battery system of sufficient capacity, and other modern components to ensure continuous and efficient power generation.

[0037] The invention relates to a portable solar energy system that can be transported within a container (1 ), offering a compact and modular solution in which all components are integrated into a single structure. Inside the container (1), photovoltaic modules (2) are arranged in an orderly sequence, supported by specially designed mechanisms that ensure portability and durability. At the lower portions of the photovoltaic modules (2), there is a photovoltaic module movement mechanism (4) comprising a frontmovement arm (4.1), a rear movement arm (4.2), a movement mechanism fixing element (4.3), and V-shaped wheels (4.4). These components allow the photovoltaic modules (2) to move smoothly into and out of the container (1) during deployment and retraction. At the upper portions of the modules (2), there is a hinge connection element (3) composed of gear hinges (3.1) and module row fixing holes (3.2), enabling the angular adjustment of the modules according to the position of the sun. The hinge connection element (3) includes a gear hinge (3.1) system that allows each photovoltaic module (2) connected via the module fixing hole (3.2) to the hinge connection element (3) to advance incrementally by the length of one gear tooth at a time and remain locked in that position unless manually adjusted. Thus, without human intervention, the photovoltaic modules (2) open or close progressively, advancing one tooth of the gear hinge (3.1) at a time. The gear hinge (3.1) system can include any number of teeth at varying angular configurations, allowing the relative angle between two interconnected photovoltaic modules (2) to be precisely adjusted. This configuration ensures that the angular spacing between modules (2) can be modified as desired, optimizing solar exposure. Furthermore, a spacing is provided between the module fixing holes (3.2) located on both sides of the hinge connection element (3), preventing the photovoltaic modules (2) from colliding with each other even when the hinge connection element (3) is in the closed position.

[0038] The photovoltaic modules (2) move forward and backward through the photovoltaic module movement mechanism (4), as previously described. The purpose of this movement is to allow the photovoltaic modules (2) to be collected into or deployed out of the container (1). The mentioned movement mechanism (4) operates on a track plate (6) designed in an angle-bar (inverted “V”) form (see Figure 8). The inverted “V” shape of the track plate (6) prevents the accumulation of dust, mud, or other debris on its surface. The “V”-shaped wheels (4.4) of the movement mechanism (4) engage with the inverted “V”-shaped track plate (6), ensuring smooth and uninterrupted movement along the plate. The interaction between the track plate (6) and the wheels (4.4) is illustrated in Figure 11. The track plate (6) is secured to the ground by means of a track plate fixing mechanism (5), which ensures the stability of the system. The fixing mechanism (5) is anchored to the ground with stakes and reinforced with additional loads, providing a robust structure. This configuration allows the system to resist both static and dynamic loads effectively. The movement mechanism (4), which enables smooth motion of the system over the inverted “V”-shaped track plate (6), consists of a front movement arm (4.1) and a rear movement arm (4.2). Each of these arms is fixed to the lower frame of a photovoltaic module (2). Consequently, when the angle between two photovoltaic modules (2) changes (i.e., during opening or closing), both the front movement arm (4.1) and the rear movement arm (4.2) adjust synchronously according to the angle defined by the hinge connection element (3). Thus, even when the photovoltaic modules (2) are in an inclined position, their motion over the track plate (6) remains uninterrupted. The front movement arm (4.1) and rear movement arm (4.2) are interconnected through a movement mechanism fixing element (4.3), in which one arm slides into the other (as shown in Figure 6) and both are joined to the wheel (4.4) by a nut-and-bolt assembly, ensuring structural integrity and operational reliability.

[0039] The photovoltaic modules (2) are coated with a ceramic layer to enhance their durability and efficiency. This coating protects the panels against dust, dirt, stains, and similar deposits. In solar energy systems, such accumulations can lead to significant efficiency losses over time. However, the ceramic coating keeps the surface clean and transparent, ensuring that energy production remains at an optimal level throughout the system’s operational lifespan.

Claims

CLAIMS1. A portable solar energy system, characterized in that it comprises: a plurality of ceramic-coated photovoltaic modules (2) configured to be folded and stacked within a container (1); a hinge connection assembly (3) adapted to enable the controlled opening and closing of the photovoltaic modules (2); a photovoltaic module displacement mechanism (4) configured to facilitate the insertion and withdrawal of the photovoltaic modules (2) from the container (1); a track plate fixing mechanism (5); and an inverted “V”-shaped track plate (6) on which the photovoltaic module displacement mechanism (4) is guided; wherein the displacement mechanism (4) comprises a front movement arm (4.1), a rear movement arm (4.2), a fixing component (4.3), and a plurality of “V”-shaped wheels (4.4) arranged to engage the inverted “V”-shaped track plate (6) to ensure stable guided motion;wherein the hinge connection assembly (3) comprises a gear hinge (3.1) allowing each photovoltaic module (2) to advance incrementally by one gear tooth pitch and to remain locked in position in the absence of external intervention, the gear arrangement enabling angular adjustment between adjacent photovoltaic modules (2);and wherein the hinge connection assembly (3) further comprises a module locking aperture (3.2) positioned such that, even when the hinge connection assembly (3) is in a closed configuration, collision between adjacent photovoltaic modules (2) is prevented.

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