Installation assembly for photovoltaic module and method of using the same
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Solution Overview
Problem
The existing installation methods for photovoltaic modules require on-site assembly of separate components, such as pressing blocks, connecting members, and fasteners, leading to increased installation time.
Innovation Solution
An integrated installation assembly comprising a base plate, pressing block, elastic member, connecting member, flat pad, and elastic pad, which allows for pre-locking on a base and efficient fixing of the photovoltaic frame using a screw bolt and threaded portion, reducing assembly time.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If separate components (pressing block, connecting member, fastener) are used for fixing photovoltaic frames, then the structure allows flexibility and ease of assembly, but the installation time increases due to on-site assembly requirements
Solution Approach 1:
The patent combines the pressing block, connecting member, and fastener into a single integrated installation assembly. The pressing block includes an integrated connecting member with a fastener, eliminating the need for separate assembly of multiple components on-site. This merging directly resolves the contradiction by maintaining operational simplicity while dramatically reducing installation time.
Solution Approach 2:
The installation assembly is pre-assembled during manufacturing with all components (pressing block, connecting member, fastener) already integrated and positioned. This preliminary action eliminates on-site assembly steps, allowing installers to simply attach the pre-assembled unit to the photovoltaic frame, thus reducing installation time while maintaining ease of operation.
2Adaptability or versatility
If multiple separate components are used for photovoltaic frame fixation, then the assembly allows for flexible configuration, but the device complexity increases due to multiple parts
Solution Approach 1:
The patent merges multiple separate components (pressing block, connecting member, fastener) into a single integrated installation assembly. This reduces the number of discrete parts from three separate components to one unified assembly, directly addressing the device complexity issue while maintaining the adaptability through the integrated design that can accommodate various photovoltaic frame configurations.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The solution significantly reduces the installation time of photovoltaic modules by enabling quick and secure attachment of the frame to the base, enhancing efficiency and speed of the installation process.
Implementation Method 1
an elastic member (30) located between the base plate (10) and the pressing block (20), abutting the base plate (10) and the pressing block (20)
Data Source
AI summary
An installation assembly for a photovoltaic module comprises a base plate, a pressing block, a elastic member, and a connecting member. The base plate comprises a connecting portion. The pressing block comprises a pressing portion, a supporting portion, and a sliding portion. The sliding portion is movably connected to the base plate. The elastic member is located between the connecting portion and the supporting portion. The connecting member sequentially inserted into the pressing block, the elastic member, and the base plate. The pressing block, the elastic member, and the base plate are positioned between two ends of the connecting member.