Support structure and mounting method therefor, and photovoltaic power station

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of photovoltaic supports, and specifically relates to a support structure and a mounting method therefor, and a photovoltaic power station. The support structure comprises a base assembly, at least one support rod assembly and a support frame. The base assembly is fixed on the ground or any fixing member. Each support rod assembly comprises an outer support rod, an inner support rod, a clamping mechanism and a locking mechanism, wherein part of the inner support rod is inserted into the outer support rod, and the insertion depth can be adjusted; the locking mechanism is arranged between the inner support rod and the outer support rod and is located in the radial direction of the two support rods, so as to lock the two support rods together; the clamping mechanism is arranged on one side of the locking mechanism in the insertion direction of the inner support rod, the clamping mechanism is arranged between the inner wall of the outer support rod and the outer wall of the inner support rod, the outer wall of the clamping mechanism abuts against the inner wall of the outer support rod, and the inner wall of the clamping mechanism abuts against the outer wall of the inner support rod; and the end of the outer support rod away from the inner support rod is connected to the base assembly. The support frame is arranged at the end of the inner support rod away from the outer support rod.

Description

Support structure and its installation method, photovoltaic power station

[0001] Related applications

[0002] This application claims priority to Chinese patent application filed on July 7, 2025, application number 2025109288578, entitled "Support Structure and Installation Method Thereof, Photovoltaic Power Station", the entire contents of which are incorporated herein by reference. Technical Field

[0003] This application relates to the field of photovoltaic support technology, and in particular to support structures and their installation methods, and photovoltaic power plants. Background Technology

[0004] Against the backdrop of the rapid development of the global new energy industry, photovoltaic power generation, as an important form of clean and renewable energy, is increasingly expanding its application scenarios to complex environments, such as mountainous areas, rocky desertification areas, lava fields, or abandoned mining areas. Installing support structures in mountainous environments presents numerous challenging technical difficulties. Mountainous terrain is complex, with undulating slopes and significant elevation differences. This complexity poses challenges to the installation, positioning, and leveling of the support structures.

[0005] Due to the undulating terrain of mountainous areas, it is difficult to ensure that the tops of the support poles in the same area are on the same plane or slope, which makes the installation of photovoltaic modules on mountainous areas difficult. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In a first aspect, according to various embodiments of this application, a support structure is provided, the support structure comprising:

[0007] Base assembly for fixing to the ground or any fixed object;

[0008] At least one support rod assembly, the support rod assembly including a female support rod, a male support rod, a locking mechanism, and a clamping mechanism, one end of the female support rod being connected to the base assembly, one end of the male support rod being inserted into the female support rod with an adjustable insertion depth, the locking mechanism being disposed between the male support rod and the female support rod and located in the radial direction of both, for locking the two together; the clamping mechanism being disposed on one side of the locking mechanism along the insertion direction of the male support rod, the clamping mechanism being disposed between the inner wall of the female support rod and the outer wall of the male support rod, and the outer wall of the clamping mechanism abutting against the inner wall of the female support rod, and the inner wall of the clamping mechanism abutting against the outer wall of the male support rod;

[0009] A support frame is connected to the end of the sub-support rod located outside the mother support rod.

[0010] In one embodiment, the base assembly is used to fix it on any plane or inclined plane, the end of the female support rod away from the male support rod is rotatably connected to the base assembly, and the tilt angle of the female support rod relative to the base assembly is adjustable.

[0011] In one embodiment, the locking mechanism includes a locking sleeve and a locking clamping block. The locking sleeve is fixed to the inner side of the female support rod, and the locking clamping block is sleeved on the outer side of the male support rod and can slide along the axial direction of the male support rod.

[0012] The locking sleeve is used to fit over the locking clamp, and the inner diameter of the locking sleeve and / or the outer diameter of the locking clamp gradually changes along the insertion direction of the sub-support rod, so that the locking sleeve and the locking clamp move radially relative to each other and press the sub-support rod.

[0013] In one embodiment, the support rod assembly further includes a clamping mechanism disposed on one side of the locking mechanism along the insertion direction of the sub-support rod. The clamping mechanism is disposed between the inner wall of the mother support rod and the outer wall of the sub-support rod, and the outer wall of the clamping mechanism abuts against the inner wall of the mother support rod and the inner wall of the clamping mechanism abuts against the outer wall of the sub-support rod.

[0014] In one embodiment, the support structure further includes a diagonal brace, one end of which is connected to the support frame and the other end of which is connected to the support rod assembly.

[0015] In one embodiment, the diagonal brace includes:

[0016] A diagonal brace assembly, one end of which is rotatably connected to the support frame;

[0017] The tensioning assembly has a first rotating part and a second rotating part arranged at intervals. The first rotating part is rotatably connected to the other end of the diagonal brace group, and the second rotating part is rotatably connected to the support rod assembly. When the tensioning assembly rotates around the second rotating part, it can drive the first rotating part to swing.

[0018] A locking component is disposed on the support rod assembly, and the locking component is used to fix the tensioning component.

[0019] In one embodiment, the diagonal brace assembly includes a first diagonal brace, a clamp assembly, and a second diagonal brace connected in sequence. The end of the first diagonal brace away from the clamp assembly is rotatably connected to the support frame, and the end of the second diagonal brace away from the clamp assembly is rotatably connected to the tensioning assembly. The clamp assembly is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first diagonal brace, and the second diagonal brace is axially slidable relative to the first diagonal brace. The clamp assembly is used to lock the second diagonal brace.

[0020] In one embodiment, the support structure includes at least three non-collinear support rod assemblies, the support frame includes multiple crossbeams and multiple longitudinal beams, the crossbeams and longitudinal beams are staggered, the end of the female support rod of each support rod assembly away from the male support rod is connected to the base assembly, and the end of the male support rod of each support rod assembly away from the female support rod is connected to the support frame.

[0021] On the other hand, according to various embodiments of this application, a photovoltaic power station is provided, the photovoltaic power station including photovoltaic modules and a support structure, the photovoltaic modules being disposed on the support frame.

[0022] In another aspect, according to various embodiments of this application, an installation method for the above-mentioned bracket structure is provided, the installation method comprising:

[0023] Install the base assembly on any flat or inclined surface;

[0024] The female support rod is rotatably connected to the base assembly, and the female support rod is adjusted to the target angle before being fixed.

[0025] Insert a portion of the sub-support rod into the mother support rod, and position the clamping mechanism between the sub-support rod and the mother support rod. Adjust the height of the sub-support rod to the target height of the support rod assembly, and fix the sub-support rod by the locking assembly.

[0026] A support frame and photovoltaic modules are installed on the sub-strut.

[0027] In one embodiment, the photovoltaic module includes at least three non-collinear support rod assemblies; the specific steps of adjusting the height of the sub-support rod to the target height of the support rod assembly include:

[0028] The plane in which the photovoltaic module is located is determined based on the height and tilt angle of the photovoltaic module;

[0029] Adjust each sub-support rod sequentially until the top of the sub-support rod is in the plane it is in. The height of the support rod assembly at this point is the target height.

[0030] In one embodiment, the support structure further includes a diagonal brace member, one end of which is connected to the support frame and the other end of which is connected to the support rod assembly. The diagonal brace member includes a diagonal brace group, a tensioning assembly, and a locking assembly. One end of the diagonal brace group is rotatably connected to the support frame. The tensioning assembly has a first rotating part and a second rotating part spaced apart. The first rotating part is rotatably connected to the other end of the diagonal brace group, and the second rotating part is rotatably connected to the support rod assembly. When the tensioning assembly rotates around the second rotating part, it can drive the first rotating part to swing. The locking assembly is disposed on the support rod assembly and is used to fix the tensioning assembly.

[0031] The installation method further includes:

[0032] The second rotating part of the tensioning assembly is rotatably connected to the support rod assembly;

[0033] One end of the diagonal brace assembly is rotatably connected to the support frame, and the other end is rotatably connected to the first rotating part of the tensioning assembly.

[0034] Rotate the tensioning assembly to tension the diagonal brace assembly;

[0035] The tensioning component is secured by the locking component. Attached Figure Description

[0036] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the conventional technology, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the conventional technology will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the disclosed drawings without creative effort.

[0037] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of a photovoltaic support in one embodiment.

[0038] Figure 2 is a structural schematic diagram of the support rod assembly in one embodiment.

[0039] Figure 3 is an exploded structural diagram of the support rod assembly in one embodiment.

[0040] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the structure at point A in Figure 2 in one embodiment.

[0041] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the locking clamp block in one embodiment.

[0042] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the structure at point B in Figure 2 in one embodiment.

[0043] Figure 7 is a schematic diagram of the structure for holding the coat in one embodiment.

[0044] Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the inner sleeve in one embodiment.

[0045] Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the support rod assembly and the base assembly in one embodiment.

[0046] Figure 10 is a structural schematic diagram of a diagonal brace member in one embodiment.

[0047] Figure 11 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the clamp assembly, tensioning assembly and locking assembly in one embodiment.

[0048] Figure 12 is a schematic diagram of the tensioning component in one embodiment.

[0049] Figure 13 is a schematic diagram of the locking hoop in one embodiment.

[0050] Figure 14 is a schematic cross-sectional view of the connection position of the first diagonal brace, the clamp assembly, and the second diagonal brace in one embodiment.

[0051] Figure 15 is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first and second diagonal braces in one embodiment.

[0052] Figure 16 is a schematic diagram of the clamp assembly in one embodiment.

[0053] Figure 17 is an exploded structural diagram of the first clamp in one embodiment.

[0054] Figure 18 is an exploded structural diagram of the second clamp in one embodiment.

[0055] Figure 19 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the crossbeam in one embodiment.

[0056] Figure 20 is a schematic diagram of the longitudinal beam in one embodiment.

[0057] Figure 21 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure between the crossbeam and the longitudinal beam in one embodiment.

[0058] Figure 22 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the crossbeam, longitudinal beam and photovoltaic module in one embodiment.

[0059] Figure 23 is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the crossbeam, longitudinal beam and photovoltaic module in another embodiment. Detailed Implementation

[0060] 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. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0061] Referring to Figures 1-3, an embodiment of the present application provides a support structure, which includes a base assembly 100, at least one support rod assembly 200, and a support frame 300. The base assembly 100 is used to fix it to the ground or any fixed component; the support rod assembly 200 includes a female support rod 210, a male support rod 220, a locking mechanism 230, and a clamping mechanism 240. One end of the female support rod 210 is connected to the base assembly 100; one end of the male support rod 220 is inserted into the female support rod 210, and the insertion depth is adjustable. The locking mechanism 230 is located between the male support rod 220 and the female support rod 210 and in the radial direction of both, for locking the two together; the clamping mechanism 240 is located on one side of the locking mechanism 230 along the insertion direction of the male support rod 220, and is located between the inner wall of the female support rod 210 and the outer wall of the male support rod 220, with the outer wall of the clamping mechanism 240 abutting against the inner wall of the female support rod 210 and the inner wall of the clamping mechanism 240 abutting against the outer wall of the male support rod 220. The support frame 300 is used to install the photovoltaic module 500. The support frame 300 is located at the end of the sub-support rod 220 outside the mother support rod 210.

[0062] In this embodiment, the base assembly 100 is fixed to the ground or other fixed components, and the female support rod 210 is connected to the base assembly 100, so that the support rod assembly 200 is fixed to the ground or other fixed components through the base assembly 100. At the same time, some of the sub-support rods 220 are inserted into the female support rod 210, and the insertion depth can be adjusted. The clamping mechanism 240 is used to clamp the female support rod 210 and the sub-support rod 220 at the same time, and the locking mechanism 230 can lock the relative position of the sub-support rod 220 and the female support rod 210. That is, the height of the support rod assembly 200 is adjustable, which makes it easy to install the photovoltaic module 500 at any height as needed. The clamping mechanism 240 and the locking mechanism 230 are used simultaneously. On the one hand, they increase the locking effect between the sub-support rod 220 and the mother support rod 210. On the other hand, they provide two contact points between the sub-support rod 220 and the mother support rod 210 to ensure that the axial directions of the sub-support rod 220 and the mother support rod 210 always coincide, preventing the sub-support rod 220 from swinging radially relative to the mother support rod 210 under the action of external force.

[0063] For large-scale photovoltaic power plants, the support frame 300 requires multiple support rod components 200 for support. Due to the undulating terrain, the installation heights of different base components 100 vary, necessitating adjustments to the height of the corresponding support components based on the installation height of the base components 100. This ensures that the tops of all sub-support rods 220 in the same area are aligned, thereby ensuring that the support frame 300 in that area is on the same plane or slope. In other words, the support structure of this application enables the entire photovoltaic power plant to maintain stable installation and operation even in complex mountainous environments. Furthermore, for individual photovoltaic modules 500 supported by a single support rod component 200, the extension and retraction of the support rod component 200 can meet the personalized needs of different installation heights of the photovoltaic modules 500.

[0064] In some embodiments, referring to FIG9, the base assembly 100 is used to fix on any plane or inclined plane, the end of the female support rod 210 away from the male support rod 220 is rotatably connected to the base assembly 100, and the tilt angle of the female support rod 210 relative to the base assembly 100 is adjustable.

[0065] In this embodiment, the base assembly 100 is fixed on any plane or inclined surface, so that the base can be installed at any position on the mountain. The female support rod 210 is rotatably connected to the base assembly 100 and the angle is adjustable. That is, no matter what angle the base is installed at, the angle of the female support rod 210 can be adjusted so that the female support rod 210 is set in the vertical direction, which is convenient for supporting the support frame 300 on which the photovoltaic module 500 is installed in the direction of gravity.

[0066] In some embodiments, the base assembly 100 includes a base 110 and a first housing 120. The base 110 and the first housing 120 are respectively provided with first arc-shaped grooves 111. The first housing 120 is also provided with a through hole communicating with the first arc-shaped grooves. When the first housing 120 covers the base 110, the two first arc-shaped grooves are interlocked to form a first spherical cavity. The bottom of the support rod assembly 200 is provided with a first ball head 140, which is located in the first spherical cavity. The support rod assembly 200 extends out of the through hole.

[0067] In practical use, the base 110 is first fixed on any plane or inclined surface. Then, the female support rod 210 is passed through the through hole on the first housing 120, and the first ball head 140 is positioned in the first arc-shaped groove 111 on the base 110. The first housing 120 is then placed on the base 110, and the first housing 120 and the base 110 are pre-fixed with bolts. Next, the angle of the female support rod 210 is adjusted so that it is vertical. Finally, the first housing 120 and the base 110 are locked together with bolts. The base 110 is installed on the mountainside using expansion bolts.

[0068] In other embodiments, in applications where the ground or the surface of the fixing component is flat, there is no need to adjust the tilt angle of the support rod assembly 200. That is, only a screw hole needs to be opened on the base assembly 100, and the end of the female support rod 210 away from the male support rod 220 can be directly threaded into the screw hole, which is convenient for installation.

[0069] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 3-5, the locking mechanism 230 includes a locking sleeve 231 and a locking clamp 232. The locking sleeve 231 is fixed to the inner side of the female support rod 210, and the locking clamp 232 is sleeved on the outer side of the male support rod 220 and can slide along the axial direction of the male support rod 220. The locking sleeve 231 is used to sleeve on the outer side of the locking clamp 232, and the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 231 and / or the outer diameter of the locking clamp 232 gradually changes along the insertion direction of the male support rod 220, so that the locking sleeve 231 and the locking clamp 232 move radially relative to each other and press the male support rod 220.

[0070] During installation, first, the locking sleeve 231 is fixed inside the mother support rod 210. Then, the locking clamp 232 is fitted onto the child support rod 220, and the child support rod 220 is extended into the mother support rod 210, allowing the locking clamp 232 to gradually penetrate into the locking sleeve 231. At this time, because the size of the locking sleeve 231 gradually decreases and / or the size of the locking clamp 232 gradually increases, the locking clamp 232 can clamp the child support rod 220 inside, thereby achieving the locking of the wooden support rod and the child support rod 220. Before locking, the locking clamp 232 can slide on the support rod, meaning that any position of the child support rod 220 can be locked with the locking sleeve 231 on the mother support rod 210.

[0071] Specifically, the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 231 and / or the outer diameter of the locking clamp 232 gradually change along the insertion direction of the sub-support rod 220, so that the locking sleeve 231 and the locking clamp 232 move radially relative to each other and press against the sub-support rod 220. This can be considered as follows: along the insertion direction of the sub-support rod 220, the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 231 remains constant while the outer diameter of the locking clamp 232 gradually increases; or the inner diameter of the locking clamp 232 remains constant while the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 231 gradually decreases; or the outer diameter of the locking clamp 232 gradually increases while the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 231 gradually decreases; or both the outer diameter of the locking clamp 232 and the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 231 gradually decrease, but the decrease in the outer diameter of the locking clamp 232 is less than the decrease in the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 231.

[0072] Of course, the outer diameter of the locking clamp 232 and the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 231 can both gradually decrease, and the decrease rate of the two is equal. However, the outer diameter of the locking clamp 232 is greater than or equal to the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 231. That is, the locking clamp 232 and the locking sleeve 231 are interference fit, and the locking clamp 232 can shrink inward radially.

[0073] In this embodiment, since the locking clamp 232 and the locking sleeve 231 are interference-fitted, and the locking clamp 232 can retract radially inward, when the locking clamp 232 is inserted into the locking sleeve 231, the locking sleeve 231 can press the locking clamp 232 to retract inward, thereby causing the locking clamp 232 to clamp the sub-support rod 220.

[0074] Furthermore, the locking clamp 232 includes two clamping members 2321 that are radially opposite to each other and spaced apart along the sub-support rod 220. Each clamping member 2321 includes an arc-shaped inner wall 2322 and a plurality of wedge-shaped blocks 2323 disposed outside the arc-shaped inner wall 2322. The plurality of wedge-shaped blocks 2323 are arranged sequentially and spaced apart along the circumference of the arc-shaped inner wall 2322. And along the insertion direction, the outer wall of each wedge-shaped block 2323 is radially inclined inward.

[0075] In actual use, as the inner diameter of the locking sleeve 231 gradually decreases, when the locking clamp 232 is inserted into the locking sleeve 231, the locking clamp 232 squeezes multiple wedge blocks 2323 so that the two wedge blocks 2323 move closer to each other, and the distance between two adjacent wedge blocks 2323 gradually decreases so that the two arc-shaped inner walls 2322 clamp the outer wall of the sub-support rod 220.

[0076] In order to enhance the friction between the arc-shaped inner wall 2322 and the sub-support rod 220, a friction structure can be added to the arc-shaped inner wall 2322, such as making diamond knurling sandblasting inside the arc-shaped inner wall 2322.

[0077] In some embodiments, the female support rod 210 is provided with a threaded connection section 211 on one side along the first direction; the locking sleeve 231 is threadedly connected to the threaded connection section 211, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the locking sleeve 231 and the female support rod 210. During installation, the extension and retraction of the support rod assembly 200 can be achieved simply by adjusting the position of the locking clamp 232 on the sub-support rod 220.

[0078] Furthermore, the locking mechanism 230 includes a clamping nut 235, which is sleeved on the outside of the sub-support rod 220. The clamping nut 235 is located on the side of the locking clamp block 232 away from the insertion direction, and the clamping nut 235 is threadedly connected to the threaded connection section 211.

[0079] Furthermore, the locking mechanism 230 also includes a flat washer 233 and an anti-loosening washer 234. The flat washer 233, the anti-loosening washer 234, and the clamping nut 235 are stacked in sequence, and the anti-loosening washer 234 has anti-slip texture on the side near the clamping nut 235. The flat washer 233 is set on the locking clamping block 232, and the clamping nut 235 has external threads, which are connected to the internal threads of the female support rod 210. During installation, when the clamping nut 235 is rotated, the clamping nut 235 can press the locking clamping block 232 in sequence through the anti-loosening washer 234 and the flat washer 233, so that the locking clamping block 232 moves downward, so that the locking outer sleeve 231 presses the locking clamping block 232, and the locking clamping block 232 clamps the support rod.

[0080] In some embodiments, the locking mechanism 230 further includes a top cover 236, which has a through hole for the sub-support rod 220 to pass through. The top cover 236 covers the end of the female support rod 210 with the threaded connection section 211, and the top cover 236 is sealed to the sub-support rod 220.

[0081] The top cover 236 is placed on the top of the mother support rod 210 and is sealed to the child support rod 220 to prevent rainwater from entering between the child support rod 220 and the mother support rod 210, which could lead to corrosion inside the child support rod 220 and the mother support rod 210 over a long period of time.

[0082] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 6-8, the clamping mechanism 240 includes a clamping outer sleeve 241 and a clamping inner sleeve 242. The clamping outer sleeve 241 is fixed inside the mother support rod 210, and the clamping inner sleeve 242 is sleeved outside the son support rod 220. When the son support rod 220 is inserted into the mother support rod 210, the clamping outer sleeve 241 is sleeved outside the clamping inner sleeve 242, and the inner diameter of the clamping outer sleeve 241 and / or the outer diameter of the clamping inner sleeve 242 gradually changes along the insertion direction of the son support rod 220, so that the clamping outer sleeve 241 and the clamping inner sleeve 242 move radially relative to each other and clamp the son support rod 220.

[0083] The radial variation of the clamping outer sleeve 241 and the clamping inner sleeve 242 can be referenced to the radial variation between the locking outer sleeve 231 and the locking clamping block 232 mentioned above.

[0084] In some embodiments, the clamping outer sleeve 241 includes an internal threaded section 2411 and a clamping cavity 2412 arranged sequentially along the insertion direction; the clamping inner sleeve 242 includes an external threaded section 2421 and a clamping block 2422 arranged sequentially along the insertion direction; wherein, the internal threaded section 2411 is threadedly connected to the external threaded section 2421, and the clamping block 2422 is used to be inserted into the clamping cavity 2412, and the inner wall of the clamping cavity 2412 abuts against the outer wall of the clamping block 2422.

[0085] Specifically, one of the sub-support rod 220 and the clamping inner sleeve 242 has a mating groove 221, and the other has a limiting protrusion 2423. The mating groove 221 and the limiting protrusion 2423 engage. For example, the sub-support rod 220 has a mating groove 221 extending axially, and the clamping inner sleeve 242 has a limiting protrusion 2423. When the sub-support rod 220 is rotated, it can be ensured that the clamping inner sleeve 242 and the sub-support rod 220 rotate simultaneously.

[0086] During installation, first, the clamping outer sleeve 241 is fixed inside the mother support rod 210. Specifically, the clamping outer sleeve 241 can be directly installed inside the mother support rod 210 at the factory. Then, the clamping inner sleeve 242 is fitted onto the sub-support rod 220, and the position of the clamping inner sleeve 242 on the sub-support rod 220 is adjusted according to the required length of the support rod assembly 200. Next, the sub-support rod 220 is rotated forward to drive the clamping inner sleeve 242 to rotate relative to the clamping outer sleeve 241, thereby causing the clamping inner sleeve 242 to move downward relative to the clamping outer sleeve 241, so that the clamping block 2422 is gradually inserted into the clamping cavity 2412, and then the inner wall of the clamping cavity 2412 abuts against the outer wall of the clamping block 2422, that is, the clamping mechanism 240 is installed.

[0087] When adjusting the length of the support rod assembly 200, rotate the sub-support rod 220 in the reverse direction. This causes the sub-support rod 220 to rotate relative to the clamping outer sleeve 241, allowing the clamping inner sleeve 242 to move upwards relative to the clamping outer sleeve 241. This causes the clamping block 2422 to partially retract outside the clamping cavity 2412. Then, pull the sub-support rod 220 axially until its height is adjusted to the desired level. Rotate the sub-support rod 220 in the forward direction again to re-clamp it via the clamping mechanism 240. Furthermore, when adjusting the height of the sub-support rod 220, ensure that the bottom of the sub-support rod 220 is always connected to the mother support rod 210 via the clamping mechanism 240.

[0088] After the clamping mechanism 240 is installed, the locking sleeve 231 is passed through the sub-support rod 220 and threadedly connected to the threaded connection section 211 on the female support rod 210. Then, the locking clamp block 232, flat washer 233, anti-loosening washer 234, and clamping nut 235 are sequentially fitted onto the sub-support rod 220. The clamping nut 235 is rotated so that the clamping nut 235 presses the locking clamp block 232 through the anti-loosening washer 234 and flat washer 233 in sequence, so that the locking clamp block 232 moves downward, thereby causing the locking sleeve 231 to press the locking clamp block 232, so as to clamp the support rod through the locking clamp block 232. Finally, the top cover 236 is passed through the sub-support rod 220 to cover the top of the female support rod 210, and the top cover 236 is glued to the sub-support rod 220.

[0089] In some embodiments, there are multiple clamping blocks 2422, which are arranged in a ring at intervals, and the outer wall of each clamping block 2422 is radially inward along the insertion direction.

[0090] In this embodiment, along the insertion direction, the outer wall of each clamping block 2422 is radially inward, so that the clamping block 2422 can be quickly inserted into the clamping cavity 2412. Furthermore, since the multiple clamping blocks 2422 are arranged in a ring at intervals, as the clamping blocks 2422 continue to be inserted downward into the clamping cavity 2412, the clamping cavity 2412 can simultaneously compress the multiple clamping blocks 2422, causing the multiple clamping blocks 2422 to move radially inward, thereby clamping the sub-support rod 220.

[0091] In some embodiments, the inner diameter of the clamping cavity 2412 gradually decreases along the insertion direction, which can increase the contact area between the inner wall of the clamping cavity 2412 and the clamping block 2422, thereby improving the stability of the sub-support rod 220.

[0092] Specifically, a clearance cavity 2413 is provided between the clamping cavity 2412 and the internal thread section 2411. The inner diameter of the clearance cavity 2413 near the internal thread section 2411 is larger than the maximum outer diameter of the external thread section 2421 of the clamping inner sleeve 242, so that the external thread section 2421 can extend into the clearance cavity 2413, ensuring that the clamping outer sleeve 241 can clamp the clamping inner sleeve 242.

[0093] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 10-13, the diagonal bracing member 400 includes a diagonal bracing rod assembly 410, a tensioning assembly 420, and a locking assembly 430. One end of the diagonal bracing rod assembly 410 is rotatably connected to the support frame 300; the tensioning assembly 420 has a first rotating portion 423 and a second rotating portion 424 spaced apart, the first rotating portion 423 is rotatably connected to the other end of the diagonal bracing rod assembly 410, and the second rotating portion 424 is rotatably connected to the support rod assembly 200. When the tensioning assembly 420 rotates around the second rotating portion 424, it can drive the first rotating portion 423 to swing; the locking assembly 430 is disposed on the support rod assembly 200 and is used to fix the tensioning assembly 420.

[0094] In this embodiment, the diagonal brace 400 is used to connect the interconnected support rod assembly 200 and support frame 300, so as to enhance the connection stiffness of the support rod assembly 200 and support frame 300 through the principle of triangle stability and prevent deformation under stress.

[0095] In this embodiment, after the support rod assembly 200 and the support frame 300 are connected to each other, one end of the diagonal brace group 410 is first connected to the support frame 300. One end of the tensioning assembly 420 is connected to the diagonal brace group 410 through the first rotating part 423, and the other end is connected to the support rod assembly 200 through the second rotating part 424. Then, the tensioning assembly 420 is rotated so that the first rotating part 423 rotates around the second rotating part 424. When the first rotating part 423 rotates, it can drive the diagonal brace group 410 to rotate so that both ends of the diagonal brace group 410 are in a tensioned state. Then, the tensioning assembly 420 is locked by the locking assembly 430, so that the diagonal brace member is stably connected to the support frame 300 and the support rod assembly 200, which enhances the stability of the entire photovoltaic system and extends the service life of the photovoltaic support. The tensioning component 420, after tensioning both ends of the diagonal brace assembly 410, can effectively eliminate the sway caused by photovoltaic module installation errors, while resisting the dual loads of gravity settlement and typhoon uplift, significantly improving the structural durability of the photovoltaic support under extreme weather conditions.

[0096] In some embodiments, the tensioning assembly 420 includes a first connecting segment 421 and a second connecting segment 422 connected in sequence, a first rotating part 423 is disposed at the end of the first connecting segment 421 away from the second connecting segment 422; a locking assembly 430 is used to lock the second connecting segment 422, and a second rotating part 424 is located between the first rotating part 423 and the locking assembly 430.

[0097] In this embodiment, the second rotating part 424 is located between the first rotating part 423 and the locking assembly 430. That is, the tensioning assembly 420 is equivalent to a lever arm, and the second rotating part 424 is the fulcrum. When the second connecting section 422 rotates, the first rotating part 423 can drive the diagonal brace assembly 410 to swing around the second rotating part 424. When the locking assembly 430 locks the second connecting section 422, the first connecting section 421 can be fixed, thereby putting the diagonal brace assembly 410 in a tensioned state.

[0098] The support rod assembly 200 extends vertically, and the support frame 300 is located on top of the support rod assembly 200. The rotation axis of the first rotating part 423 and the rotation axis of the second rotating part 424 both extend horizontally, thereby causing the first rotating part 423 to drive the diagonal brace assembly 410 to swing up and down around the second rotating part 424.

[0099] Furthermore, the locking assembly 430 includes a first bolt 431 and a second bolt 432, which respectively abut against the two opposite sides of the second connecting section 422 along the swing direction.

[0100] In this embodiment, the first rotating part 423 drives the diagonal brace assembly 410 to swing up and down around the second rotating part 424, so that the first bolt 431 is located above the second connecting section 422 and abuts against the upper part of the second connecting section 422, and the second bolt 432 is located below the second connecting section 422 and abuts against the bottom of the second connecting section 422. That is, the first bolt 431 and the second bolt 432 clamp the second connecting section 422 in the vertical direction, thereby locking the entire tensioning assembly 420.

[0101] In some embodiments, the diagonal brace includes a clamp 440 for gripping the support rod assembly 200; a second rotating part 424 is rotatably connected to the clamp 440, and a locking assembly 430 is disposed on the clamp 440.

[0102] In this embodiment, the entire diagonal brace 400 is secured to the support rod assembly 200 by a clamp 440. This allows the clamp 440 to move the diagonal brace 400 on the support rod assembly 200, thus supporting the photovoltaic module 500 at different tilt angles. For example, when the photovoltaic module 500 is placed at an angle, the higher side and the lower side are respectively connected to the diagonal brace 400. By adjusting the lengths of the two diagonal braces 400, one diagonal brace 400 can support the higher side of the support frame 300, and the other diagonal brace 400 can support the lower side of the support frame 300.

[0103] In some embodiments, the clamp 440 includes two ears 443 extending radially, a second rotating portion 424 being rotatably connected to both ears 443, and a second connecting section 422 extending between the two ears 443; the locking assembly 430 includes a locking clamp 433, which is fitted onto the two ears 443, and the locking clamp 433 has threaded holes 4331 on both sides along the axial direction of the clamp 440, and a first bolt 431 and a second bolt 432 pass through the threaded holes 4331 to abut against the second connecting section 422.

[0104] The locking clamp 433 is a rectangular sleeve, which is fitted onto both ears 443. The second connecting section 422 is located between the two ears 443. The first bolt 431 is used to pass through the threaded hole 4331 at the upper part of the locking clamp 433 to abut against the upper part of the second connecting section 422 between the two ears 443. The second bolt 432 is used to pass through the threaded hole 4331 at the lower part of the locking clamp 433 to abut against the lower part of the second connecting section 422 between the two ears 443.

[0105] In some embodiments, along a direction away from the first connecting segment 421, the second connecting segment 422 gradually decreases in size along the axial direction of the clamp 440, and the locking component 430 is disposed at the smaller end of the second connecting segment 422.

[0106] In this embodiment, the size of the second connecting segment 422 gradually decreases along the axial direction of the clamp 440. The first bolt 431 and the second bolt 432 are located at the smaller end of the second connecting segment 422, which facilitates reducing the distance between the first bolt 431 and the second bolt 432, thereby reducing the size of the entire locking clamp 433 in the vertical direction.

[0107] In some embodiments, the first connecting segment 421 and the second connecting segment 422 are set at an obtuse angle.

[0108] In some embodiments, the angle between the first connecting segment 421 and the second connecting segment 422 is greater than 90° and less than 180°. The obtuse angle design allows the tensioning assembly 420 to form a longer lever arm when rotating, which can generate a larger tensioning force with a smaller operating force, thus significantly improving the tensioning efficiency.

[0109] In some embodiments, the diagonal bracing member further includes a triangular strut, one vertex of which is rotatably connected to the support rod assembly 200, and the other two vertices of which are simultaneously fixedly connected to the support frame 300.

[0110] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 14-18, the diagonal brace assembly 410 includes a first diagonal brace 450, a clamp assembly 460, and a second diagonal brace 470 connected in sequence. The end of the first diagonal brace 450 away from the clamp assembly 460 is rotatably connected to the support frame 300, and the end of the second diagonal brace 470 away from the clamp assembly 460 is rotatably connected to the tensioning assembly 420. The clamp assembly 460 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first diagonal brace 450, and the second diagonal brace 470 can slide axially relative to the first diagonal brace 450. The clamp assembly 460 is used to lock the second diagonal brace 470.

[0111] In this embodiment, the base assembly 100 can be firmly fixed to the ground or any fixed component, providing a stable installation foundation for the entire support rod assembly 200. One end of the support rod assembly 200 is connected to the base assembly 100, and the other end is rotatably connected to the support frame 300, allowing the tilt angle of the photovoltaic module 500 on the support frame 300 to be adjusted. The second diagonal brace 470 of the diagonal brace member 400 can slide axially relative to the first diagonal brace 450, while the clamp assembly 460 can lock the second diagonal brace 470 at any position, so that the length of the diagonal brace member 400 can be adjusted, thereby facilitating the support of photovoltaic modules 500 with different tilt angles and meeting the support requirements of photovoltaic modules 500 with large tilt angles.

[0112] Furthermore, the clamp assembly 460 includes a first clamp 461 and a second clamp 462 coaxially connected. The first clamp 461 is fixed outside the first diagonal brace 450, and the second clamp 462 is fixed outside the second diagonal brace 470. The second clamp 462 can be axially positioned and engaged with the second diagonal brace 470 at any position.

[0113] In this embodiment, the clamp assembly 460 includes a first clamp 461 and a second clamp 462 coaxially connected. The first clamp 461 is fixed outside the first diagonal brace 450, and the second clamp 462 is fixed outside the second diagonal brace 470. The second clamp 462 can be axially limited and engaged with any position of the second diagonal brace 470. When it is necessary to adjust the angle of the photovoltaic module 500, the second diagonal brace 470 can be flexibly slid to change the total length of the diagonal brace component 400. Then, the second clamp 462 is used to lock the second diagonal brace 470, thereby completing the adjustment of the length of the diagonal brace component 400.

[0114] Specifically, one of the first diagonal brace 450 and the clamp assembly 460 is provided with a limiting groove 451, and the other is provided with a protrusion 4611, which cooperates with the limiting groove 451.

[0115] In one embodiment, a limiting groove 451 is formed on the first diagonal brace 450, and a protrusion 4611 is provided on the clamp assembly 460. The protrusion 4611 cooperates with the limiting groove 451 to fix the clamp assembly 460 to the outer wall of the first diagonal brace 450. Specifically, an annular limiting groove is formed on the outer wall of the first diagonal brace 450, and an annular protrusion 4611 is provided on the inner wall of the clamp assembly 460. When the clamp assembly 460 is locked, the annular protrusion 4611 is engaged in the annular limiting groove to connect the clamp assembly 460 to the first diagonal brace 450.

[0116] In another embodiment, the first diagonal brace 450 is provided with a protrusion 4611, and the clamp assembly 460 is provided with a limiting groove 451. The protrusion 4611 and the limiting groove 451 cooperate to fix the clamp assembly 460 to the outer wall of the first diagonal brace 450.

[0117] In some embodiments, a first limiting tooth 471 is sequentially arranged along the axial direction on the outer wall of the second diagonal brace 470, and a second limiting tooth 4621 is sequentially arranged along the axial direction on the inner wall of the second clamp 462, and the first limiting tooth 471 and the second limiting tooth 4621 mesh with each other.

[0118] In this embodiment, when the second clamp 462 is clamped onto the second diagonal brace 470, the first limiting tooth 471 on the inner side of the second clamp 462 engages with the second limiting tooth 4621 on the second diagonal brace 470, thereby locking the second diagonal brace 470. Specifically, limiting racks are provided on opposite radial sides of the second diagonal brace 470. Each limiting rack includes multiple first limiting teeth 471 arranged sequentially along the axial direction. The first limiting teeth 471 are triangular teeth, and correspondingly, the second limiting teeth 4621 are also triangular teeth.

[0119] In some embodiments, the clamp assembly 460 includes a rotating shaft 463, a first locking bolt 464, and a second locking bolt 465; the first clamp 461 includes a first clamping section 4612 and a second clamping section 4613 arranged axially along the clamp assembly 460, with the first clamping section 4612 covering the second clamping section 4613, and the first clamping section 4612 and the second clamping section 4613 respectively having arc-shaped cavities with opposite openings; the second clamp 462 includes a third clamping section 4622 and a fourth clamping section 4623 arranged axially along the clamp assembly 460. Furthermore, the third clamping section 4622 covers the fourth clamping section 4623, and the third clamping section 4622 and the fourth clamping section 4623 are respectively provided with arc-shaped cavities with opposite openings; the rotating shaft 463 passes through the first clamping section 4612, the second clamping section 4613, the third clamping section 4622 and the fourth clamping section 4623 in sequence along the axial direction of the clamping assembly 460; the first locking bolt 464 is used to lock the first clamping section 4612 onto the second clamping section 4613; and the second locking bolt 465 is used to lock the third clamping section 4622 onto the fourth clamping section 4623.

[0120] In this embodiment, the first clamping section 4612, the second clamping section 4613, the third clamping section 4622, and the fourth clamping section 4623 are sequentially connected by a rotating shaft 463, allowing the first clamping section 4612 to rotate relative to the second clamping section 4613, thus enabling it to open or close onto the second clamping section 4613. When the first clamping section 4612 closes onto the second clamping section 4613, the arcuate cavity on the first clamping section 4612 and the arcuate cavity on the second clamping section 4613 merge into a circular through hole, facilitating clamping around the first diagonal brace 450. The first clamping section 4612 and the second clamping section 4613 can be locked together by a first locking bolt 464.

[0121] Specifically, the inner diameter of the arc-shaped cavity on the first clamping section 4612 is smaller than the inner diameter of the arc-shaped cavity on the second clamping section 4613. This is equivalent to having a protrusion 4611 inside the first clamp 461, so that the first clamp 461 can cooperate with the limiting groove 451 on the first diagonal brace 450, thereby restricting the first clamp 461 from moving axially through the limiting groove 451.

[0122] Similarly, the first clamping section 4612, the second clamping section 4613, the third clamping section 4622, and the fourth clamping section 4623 are sequentially connected by a rotating shaft 463, allowing the third clamping section 4622 to rotate relative to the fourth clamping section 4623, thus enabling it to open or close onto the fourth clamping section 4623. When the third clamping section 4622 closes onto the fourth clamping section 4623, the arcuate cavity on the third clamping section 4622 and the arcuate cavity on the fourth clamping section 4623 merge into a circular through hole, facilitating clamping around the second diagonal brace 470. The third clamping section 4622 and the fourth clamping section 4623 can be locked together using a second locking bolt.

[0123] The first locking bolt 464 and the second locking bolt 465 are arranged sequentially along the circumference of the clamp assembly 460, and the first locking bolt 464 is located at one end of the rotating shaft 463 along the radial direction of the clamp assembly 460.

[0124] Furthermore, the clamp assembly 460 includes a first connecting shaft 466 and a second connecting shaft 467 spaced apart along the axial direction of the first clamping section 4612. The first connecting shaft 466 passes sequentially through the first clamping section 4612 and the third clamping section 4622 along the axial direction of the clamp assembly 460, and the second connecting shaft 467 passes sequentially through the second clamping section 4613 and the fourth clamping section 4623 along the axial direction of the clamp assembly 460.

[0125] In this embodiment, the first clamping section 4612, the second clamping section 4613, the third clamping section 4622, and the fourth clamping section 4623 are connected sequentially by a rotating shaft 463. At the same time, the first connecting shaft 466 connects the first clamping section 4612 and the third clamping section 4622, and the second connecting shaft 467 connects the second clamping section 4613 and the fourth clamping section 4623. That is, the first connecting shaft 466 can increase the connection stability of the first clamping hoop 461 and the second clamping hoop 462.

[0126] In some embodiments, the number of diagonal bracing members 400 is multiple, and at least one diagonal bracing member 400 includes a tensioning component 420 and a locking component 430.

[0127] In some embodiments, referring to FIG1, the support structure includes at least three non-collinear support rod assemblies 200, and the support frame 300 includes a plurality of crossbeams 310 and a plurality of longitudinal beams 320, the crossbeams 310 and longitudinal beams 320 being staggered, the end of the female support rod 210 of each support rod assembly 200 away from the male support rod 220 being connected to the base assembly 100, and the end of the male support rod 220 of each support rod assembly 200 away from the female support rod 210 being fixedly connected to the support frame 300.

[0128] In this embodiment, the photovoltaic power station includes multiple photovoltaic modules 500 connected in series or parallel. The multiple photovoltaic modules 500 are arranged sequentially on a support frame 300. Specifically, each support frame 300 can be supported by three or more support rod assemblies 200. When the number of support rod assemblies 200 is three, the three support rod assemblies 200 are not collinear, that is, they are arranged in a triangle to achieve stable support for the support frame 300.

[0129] For example, there are four support rod assemblies 200. Support rod assemblies 200 are respectively provided at the four corners of the support frame 300. The height of the four support rod assemblies 200 can be adjusted to ensure that the support frame 300 is in a plane. At the same time, each support rod assembly 200 is rotatably connected to the base assembly 100 so as to install the support rod assembly 200 on the undulating mountain.

[0130] In some embodiments, referring to Figures 19-23, the crossbeam 310 includes a first sidewall 311 and a second sidewall 312 disposed opposite each other along a second direction, and a connecting wall 313 connecting the first sidewall 311 and the second sidewall 312. The two ends of the first sidewall 311 and the second sidewall 312 along the first direction are respectively bent toward each other's inner walls to form a first bent portion 314.

[0131] The crossbeam 310 is fixedly connected to the frame 510 of the photovoltaic module 500 along a first direction via a first fastening assembly 340. The other end of the crossbeam 310 along the first direction is fixedly connected to the longitudinal beam 320 via a second fastening assembly 350. The first fastening assembly 340 includes a first pressure block 341 and a first fastening bolt 342. The two ends of the first pressure block 341 overlap two first bends 314 at one end of the crossbeam 310 along the first direction, and the first fastening bolt 342 passes through the first pressure block 341 and is fixedly connected to the frame 510 of the photovoltaic module 500. The second fastening assembly 350 includes a second pressure block 351 and a second fastening bolt 352. The two ends of the second pressure block 351 overlap two first bends 314 at the other end of the crossbeam 310 along the first direction, and the second fastening bolt 352 passes through the second pressure block 351 and is fixedly connected to the longitudinal beam 320.

[0132] The longitudinal beam 320 includes a third side wall 321, a fourth side wall 322, and a fifth side wall 323 connected end to end. The third side wall 321 and the fifth side wall 323 are arranged opposite each other along a second direction. The fourth side wall 322 is located at one end of the third side wall 321 and the fifth side wall 323 along a first direction. The other ends of the third side wall 321 and the fifth side wall 323 along the first direction are respectively provided with a second bending portion 324 that bends toward each other. The longitudinal beam 320 abuts against the cross beam 310 through the bending portion. The fourth side wall 322 is provided with bolt holes. The second fastening bolt 352 passes through the second pressure block 351 and the bolt holes in sequence to fix the cross beam 310 and the longitudinal beam 320 together.

[0133] Specifically, the first pressing block 341 and the second pressing block 351 are also provided with third bending portions 3411 at both ends along the second direction, and the third bending portions 3411 are used to hook with the second bending portions 324 along the second direction.

[0134] In some embodiments, the first fastening assembly 340 further includes a third pressure block 343, and the third pressure block 343 is also provided with a fourth bending portion 3431 at both ends along the second direction. The third pressure block 343 overlaps on the frame 510 of two adjacent photovoltaic modules 500, and the two fourth bending portions 3431 are respectively hooked to the frame 510 of two adjacent photovoltaic modules 500 arranged along the second direction. The first fastening bolt 342 passes through the first pressure block 341 and the third pressure block 343 in sequence to fix the photovoltaic module 500 to the crossbeam 310.

[0135] In some other embodiments, the first fastening assembly 340 includes a fourth pressure block 344, with a fifth bend 3441 and a sixth bend 3442 respectively provided at both ends along the second direction. The length of the sixth bend 3442 is greater than the length of the fifth bend 3441. The fourth pressure block 344 is pressed onto the frame 510 of a photovoltaic module 500, and the fifth bend 3441 is hooked onto the frame 510 of the photovoltaic module 500. The sixth bend 3442 is directly supported on the crossbeam 310.

[0136] In another embodiment, the support structure is a separate support structure. Specifically, the base assembly 100, the support rod assembly 200, and the support frame 300 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence. In this case, the support frame 300 can be rotatably connected to the mother support rod 210. During installation, the support frame 300 can be rotated as needed so that the photovoltaic module 500 faces the target light direction, and then the support frame 300 is fixed.

[0137] Specifically, the support structure includes a base assembly 100, a support rod assembly 200, and a support frame 300. The base assembly 100 is fixed on any plane or inclined surface; the support rod assembly 200 includes a female support rod 210, a male support rod 220, and a locking mechanism 230. A portion of the male support rod 220 is inserted into the female support rod 210, and the insertion depth is adjustable. The locking mechanism 230 is located radially between the male support rod 220 and the female support rod 210 to lock them together. The end of the female support rod 210 furthest from the male support rod 220 is connected to the base assembly 100; the support frame 300 is used to mount the photovoltaic module 500 and is located at the end of the male support rod 220 furthest from the female support rod 210. The base assembly 100, the support rod assembly 200, and the support frame 300 are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence.

[0138] In some embodiments, the support rod assembly includes a triangular strut, one vertex of which is rotatably connected to the sub-strut 220, and the other two vertices of which are fixedly connected to the longitudinal beam 320.

[0139] One embodiment of this application also discloses a photovoltaic power station, which includes a photovoltaic module 500 and the aforementioned support structure, wherein the photovoltaic module 500 is mounted on a support frame 300.

[0140] The support structure described in this application can be used to construct stable photovoltaic power stations in extremely complex terrains such as rocky desertification and karst formations. The base assembly 100 provides a stable initial support point on the uneven rock surface. The support rod assembly 200 is height-adjustable to precisely address terrain elevation differences, ensuring the assembly installation plane is level. The diagonal bracing members can be tensioned to eliminate all structural misalignments, making the entire support system rigidly connected and seamless. Furthermore, the diagonal bracing members are flexibly extendable and retractable, providing strong lateral support for columns with significant elevation differences, ultimately achieving a robust, reliable, and efficient installation of the support structure on rugged terrain.

[0141] Of course, this application is not only applicable to support structures in extreme terrains. Due to its convenient installation and disassembly, height self-adaptation, and structural stability, the support structure of this application can also be widely used in other fields. For example, in the field of construction engineering, the support structure of this application can be used as a temporary / permanent support structure for complex terrains; in the field of transportation facilities, the support structure of this application can be used as slope protection, temporary bridges, and maintenance platform support; in the field of stage performance, the support structure of this application can be used for the rapid and stable construction of large stages and lighting rigs on rugged terrain; in the field of medical emergency, the support structure of this application can be used as a stable support system for temporary medical facilities and tents in the field; in short, the support structure of this application can be used in any situation where a stable scaffolding structure needs to be quickly established in complex terrain environments.

[0142] An embodiment of this application also discloses an installation method for the above-mentioned bracket structure, the installation method including the following steps:

[0143] Mounting base: Mount the base assembly 100 on any flat or inclined surface;

[0144] Install the female support rod 210: Rotate the female support rod 210 onto the base assembly 100, adjust the female support rod 210 to the target angle, and then fix the female support rod 210.

[0145] Install the sub-support rod 220: Insert part of the sub-support rod 220 into the mother support rod 210, and make the clamping mechanism 240 located between the sub-support rod 220 and the mother support rod 210. Adjust the height of the sub-support rod 220 to the target height of the support rod assembly 200, and fix the sub-support rod 220 by locking the assembly.

[0146] Install support frame 300: Install support frame 300 and photovoltaic module 500 on sub-strut 220.

[0147] It should be noted that the order of the above steps is not limited. For example, after the base is installed, the sub-support rod 220 can be installed on the female support rod 210 first, and then the support rod assembly 200 composed of the sub-support rod 220 and the female support rod 210 can be installed on the base; or after the base is installed, the female support rod 210 can be installed on the base first, and then the sub-support rod 220 can be installed on the female support rod 210.

[0148] In this embodiment, the support rod is rotatably connected to the base assembly 100 and its angle is adjustable, allowing the base assembly 100 to be installed on any plane or slope, thus overcoming terrain limitations and reducing the complex procedures and costs associated with modifying the initial base 110. Simultaneously, the sub-support rod 220 can be adjusted to the target height, enabling the support structure to precisely adjust the orientation and tilt angle of the photovoltaic module 500 according to the lighting conditions of different regions and specific installation environments, thereby maximizing the reception of solar radiation and improving photovoltaic power generation efficiency.

[0149] Specifically, under normal circumstances, the support rod assembly 200 needs to be set vertically to support the support frame 300. The target angle is the angle between the current extension direction of the female support rod 210 and the vertical direction. Of course, in some special cases, for example, if the terrain directly below one corner of the support frame 300 is complex and it is inconvenient to install the base assembly 100, a convenient position for installing the base assembly 100 can be found at the bottom of that corner of the support frame 300, and the support rod assembly 200 can be set at an angle. In this case, the target angle is the angle between the extension direction of the female support rod 210 and the tilting direction.

[0150] In some embodiments, the photovoltaic module 500 includes at least three non-collinear support rod assemblies 200; the specific steps for adjusting the height of the sub-support rod 220 to the height of the support rod assembly 200 to a target height include:

[0151] Determine the plane in which the photovoltaic module 500 is located based on its height and tilt angle;

[0152] Adjust each sub-support rod 220 sequentially until the top of the sub-support rod 220 is located in its plane. The height of the support rod assembly 200 when the top of the sub-support rod 220 is located in its plane is the target height.

[0153] In this embodiment, the length of each support rod assembly 200 is adjustable. When the support frame 300 is supported by multiple support rod assemblies 200, each support rod assembly 200 can be adjusted one by one according to the different heights of each support rod assembly 200, so that the top of all support rod assemblies 200 is in the plane, that is, it can provide stable and effective support for the photovoltaic module 500.

[0154] In some embodiments, the installation method further includes:

[0155] The second rotating part 424 of the tensioning assembly 420 is rotatably connected to the support rod assembly 200;

[0156] One end of the diagonal brace assembly is rotatably connected to the support frame 300, and the other end is rotatably connected to the first rotating part of the tensioning assembly 420.

[0157] Rotate the tensioning assembly 420 to tension the diagonal brace assembly;

[0158] The tensioning component 420 is secured by the locking component 430.

[0159] In this embodiment, by rotatably connecting the tensioning assembly 420 to the support rod assembly 200 and the diagonal brace group, and then using the tensioning assembly 420 to tension and fix the diagonal brace group, a triangular reinforcement structure is formed. This design can effectively disperse and bear external forces from different directions, significantly enhancing the overall structural strength of the support structure, enabling it to remain stable even in severe weather and complex environments, and reducing the risk of support deformation and collapse. Furthermore, after the diagonal brace group is tensioned, it can effectively suppress the swaying and displacement of the support structure in windy weather. When wind force acts on the photovoltaic module 500, the tensioned diagonal brace group can promptly decompose and transmit the force generated by the wind, preventing damage to the support due to wind impact, improving the safety and reliability of the photovoltaic system in strong wind environments, and reducing equipment damage and power generation loss caused by wind disasters.

[0160] In this embodiment, the tensioning component 420 is not limited to the lever arm described above, but can also be a telescopic structure set at one end of the diagonal brace group. When the telescopic structure extends or retracts, it can make the diagonal brace group tensioned or relaxed.

[0161] In some embodiments, prior to mounting the base assembly 100, the following is also included:

[0162] Based on the dimensions of the photovoltaic module 500, find a suitable ground location for installing the base module 100, and drill a hard ground surface at the installation location of the base module 100 to securely install the expansion screws.

[0163] Then the base 110 is installed on the ground surface using expansion bolts.

[0164] When locating a suitable surface location for installing the base assembly 100, if the rock surface is cracked or weathered, a 10mm-20mm thick layer of epoxy resin mortar should be applied to restore its hardness. In cases of severe weathering, expansion bolts should be used for anchor reinforcement. A pull-out test should then be performed, ensuring the interface hardness meets ≥2.5MPa. When fixing with expansion bolts, apply thread-locking adhesive to the threads and add anti-loosening washers before tightening. Afterward, apply thread-locking adhesive to the entire expansion bolt to extend its lifespan and prevent loosening.

[0165] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other.

[0166] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

[0167] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0168] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A support structure, characterized in that, The support structure includes: Base assembly for fixing to the ground or any fixed component; At least one support rod assembly, the support rod assembly including a female support rod, a male support rod, a locking mechanism, and a clamping mechanism, one end of the female support rod being connected to the base assembly, one end of the male support rod being inserted into the female support rod with an adjustable insertion depth, the locking mechanism being disposed between the male support rod and the female support rod and located in the radial direction of both, for locking the two together; the clamping mechanism being disposed on one side of the locking mechanism along the insertion direction of the male support rod, the clamping mechanism being disposed between the inner wall of the female support rod and the outer wall of the male support rod, and the outer wall of the clamping mechanism abutting against the inner wall of the female support rod, and the inner wall of the clamping mechanism abutting against the outer wall of the male support rod; A support frame is provided at the end of the sub-support rod located outside the mother support rod.

2. The support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The base assembly is used to fix it on any plane or inclined plane. The end of the female support rod away from the male support rod is rotatably connected to the base assembly, and the tilt angle of the female support rod relative to the base assembly is adjustable.

3. The support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The locking mechanism includes a locking sleeve and a locking clamp. The locking sleeve is fixed to the inner side of the female support rod, and the locking clamp is sleeved on the outer side of the male support rod and can slide along the axial direction of the male support rod. The locking sleeve is used to fit over the locking clamp, and the inner diameter of the locking sleeve and / or the outer diameter of the locking clamp gradually changes along the insertion direction of the sub-support rod, so that the locking sleeve and the locking clamp move radially relative to each other and press the sub-support rod.

4. The support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support structure also includes a diagonal brace, one end of which is connected to the support frame and the other end of which is connected to the support rod assembly.

5. The support structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The diagonal bracing component includes: A diagonal brace assembly, one end of which is rotatably connected to the support frame; The tensioning assembly has a first rotating part and a second rotating part arranged at intervals. The first rotating part is rotatably connected to the other end of the diagonal brace group, and the second rotating part is rotatably connected to the support rod assembly. When the tensioning assembly rotates around the second rotating part, it can drive the first rotating part to swing. A locking assembly is disposed on the support rod assembly, the locking assembly being used to secure the tensioning assembly.

6. The support structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The diagonal brace assembly includes a first diagonal brace, a clamp assembly, and a second diagonal brace connected in sequence. The end of the first diagonal brace away from the clamp assembly is rotatably connected to the support frame. The end of the second diagonal brace away from the clamp assembly is rotatably connected to the tensioning assembly. The clamp assembly is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the first diagonal brace. The second diagonal brace can slide axially relative to the first diagonal brace. The clamp assembly is used to lock the second diagonal brace.

7. The support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support structure includes at least three non-collinear support rod assemblies. The support frame includes multiple crossbeams and multiple longitudinal beams, which are staggered. The end of the female support rod of each support rod assembly away from the male support rod is connected to the base assembly, and the end of the male support rod of each support rod assembly away from the female support rod is connected to the support frame.

8. A photovoltaic power station, characterized in that, The photovoltaic power station includes photovoltaic modules and a support structure as described in any one of claims 1-7, wherein the photovoltaic modules are mounted on the support frame.

9. A method for installing the support structure according to any one of claims 1-7, characterized in that, The installation method includes the following steps: Install the base assembly on any flat or inclined surface; The female support rod is rotatably connected to the base assembly, and the female support rod is adjusted to the target angle before being fixed. Insert a portion of the sub-support rod into the mother support rod, and position the clamping mechanism between the sub-support rod and the mother support rod. Adjust the height of the sub-support rod to the target height of the support rod assembly, and fix the sub-support rod by the locking assembly. A support frame is installed on the sub-strut.

10. The installation method of the bracket structure according to claim 9, characterized in that, The support structure also includes a diagonal brace component, one end of which is connected to the support frame and the other end of which is connected to the support rod assembly. The diagonal brace component includes a diagonal brace rod group, a tensioning assembly, and a locking assembly. One end of the diagonal brace rod group is rotatably connected to the support frame. The tensioning assembly has a first rotating part and a second rotating part that are spaced apart. The first rotating part is rotatably connected to the other end of the diagonal brace assembly, and the second rotating part is rotatably connected to the support rod assembly. When the tensioning assembly rotates around the second rotating part, it can drive the first rotating part to swing. A locking assembly is disposed on the support rod assembly, and the locking assembly is used to fix the tensioning assembly; The installation method further includes: The second rotating part of the tensioning assembly is rotatably connected to the support rod assembly; One end of the diagonal brace assembly is rotatably connected to the support frame, and the other end is rotatably connected to the first rotating part of the tensioning assembly. Rotate the tensioning assembly to tension the diagonal brace assembly; The tensioning component is secured by the locking component.

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