Roof Generator Support With Adjustable Clamping Base
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing roof generator supports for wind turbines lack secure fastening mechanisms that can effectively absorb wind loads and withstand vibration, particularly on various types of roofs with different rafter spacings and angles.
Innovation Solution
A roof generator support system utilizing interlocking round tubes and clamping elements that allow for secure attachment to any rafter spacing and angle, with adjustable support elements and mounting bases that can be connected asymmetrically to accommodate pitched roofs, ensuring a vibration-proof and stable installation.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If conventional support structures are used, then installation is simple, but they cannot securely fasten to roofs with different rafter spacings and angles
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting base is designed with multiple holes arranged in different patterns, allowing it to be universally adapted to various roof types including pitched roofs with different rafter spacings and angles. The same mounting base can accommodate different support element configurations through selective hole usage, eliminating the need for multiple specialized mounting bases for different roof types.
Solution Approach 2:
The support element incorporates an adjustable length mechanism with telescopic sections that can be extended or retracted. This dynamic adjustment capability allows the support element to reach different rafter spacings and accommodate various mounting heights, providing versatility without requiring multiple fixed-length support elements.
2Reliability
If fixed support structures are used, then manufacturing is simple, but they cannot withstand vibration loads and wind loads
Solution Approach 1:
The support element is divided into multiple telescopic sections that can move relative to each other. This segmentation allows the structure to flex and absorb vibration loads dynamically, while the individual sections remain relatively simple to manufacture. The segmented design transforms the vibration resistance requirement from a complex damped structure into a series of simple movable joints.
3Ease of operation
If rigid mounting is used, then structural stability is achieved, but adjustment to different angles and positions is difficult
Solution Approach 1:
The mounting base is pre-configured with multiple holes in specific patterns that anticipate different mounting scenarios. During installation, the appropriate holes are selected based on the required angle and position, allowing quick adjustment without complex modifications. The preliminary arrangement of holes provides stability while enabling ease of adjustment to different configurations.
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AI summary
Roof generator support (10) comprises a support element (11) for supporting a wind generator, supporting elements (20a-20d) each fixed with one end to the support element and with another end directly or indirectly to the roof and a base (40) with round tubes and fixing elements (90) for fixing to the roof rafters (710) or roof battens (720). An independent claim is also included for an arrangement comprising a wind generator and a roof generator support. Preferred Features: Each supporting element of the roof generator support has a clamping element on one end to fix to the roof using the base. The support element has an adjustable frame and fame elements which interact with each other.