Quick locking device for connecting photovoltaic solar panels to a support structure
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing photovoltaic solar panel installation methods are cumbersome, time-consuming, and lack reliability and safety, especially when performed manually or on mobile sun-tracking structures.
Innovation Solution
An automatic quick locking device that includes mutual engagement elements and a blocking element, allowing the photovoltaic solar panel to be automatically locked onto a support structure via a rectilinear motion, ensuring precise centering and secure attachment.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If traditional installation methods are used for photovoltaic solar panels, then the installation process is reliable and secure, but the installation procedure is cumbersome and time-consuming
Solution Approach 1:
The locking device is divided into separate functional components: mutual engagement elements for centering and a blocking element for securing. This segmentation allows each component to perform its specific function efficiently, enabling quick installation without compromising reliability
Solution Approach 2:
The mutual engagement elements are pre-configured on both the panel and support structure to automatically align and center the panel during approach. This preliminary centering action eliminates the need for manual positioning adjustments during installation, significantly reducing installation time while maintaining precision
2Ease of operation
If manual installation is performed, then flexibility is maintained, but the installation procedure becomes time-consuming and less reliable
Solution Approach 1:
The locking device is designed to perform the centering and locking functions automatically through the interaction of mutual engagement elements and blocking elements. The system self-activates during the approach motion, requiring no manual intervention for the critical locking actions, thus maintaining ease of operation while dramatically reducing installation time
Solution Approach 2:
The blocking element is pre-positioned to engage automatically when the panel reaches the correct position. This preliminary positioning ensures that the locking action occurs naturally during the installation approach, making manual installation both easy and rapid without sacrificing reliability
3Reliability
If secure attachment is ensured through traditional methods, then connection reliability is high, but the installation process lacks safety against panel damage
Solution Approach 1:
The mutual engagement elements are designed to guide the panel into precise centering before the blocking element engages. This preliminary guidance cushioning prevents misalignment forces that could damage the panel, ensuring both secure attachment and panel safety during the installation process
Solution Approach 2:
The centering function is performed in advance through the mutual engagement elements before the final locking engagement. This preliminary centering action ensures the panel is properly positioned and aligned, eliminating the risk of damage from forced or misaligned installation while maintaining high connection reliability
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AI summary
The photovoltaic solar panels (1) are installed above a support structure (S) arranged in an open space. Each photovoltaic solar panel (1 ) is provided with a respective frame (F) which is coupled to the support structure (S) with the help of a quick locking device (B), after a lowering motion of the photovoltaic solar panel (1 ) on the support structure (S).