Solar Power Gear Train for Extended Generation Output

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Problem

Current solar power generation technologies face high assembly costs and short effective power generation output times due to the need for large areas of solar panels and the inefficiency of inverter-conversion processes, which reduce power output and stability.

Innovation Solution

A solar power generation device comprising a power multiplication unit with a parallel-axis speed increaser, planetary gear torque amplifier, and storage battery module, which connects solar panels to a motor and power multiplication generator, allowing for extended power generation through self-sustaining energy storage and conversion.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Power

If a large number of solar panels are arranged to meet the minimum power generation output requirement, then the power generation output is satisfied, but the assembly cost increases and the area occupied increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower generation outputVSAvoidassembly cost
Core Design Contradiction:
PowerVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces an inverter as an intermediary device between the solar panels and the power grid. The inverter converts the direct current (DC) generated by solar panels into alternating current (AC) suitable for grid connection, enabling the system to meet power generation requirements with fewer panels by optimizing the conversion process and reducing losses

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent changes the operating parameters of the solar power system by using inverters with optimized conversion efficiency and by adjusting the configuration of solar panels to maximize energy capture during peak sunlight hours, thereby reducing the total number of panels needed

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Duration of action of moving object

If the effective power generation output time is extended by arranging more solar panels, then the power generation duration is prolonged, but the assembly cost and system complexity increase

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower generation output timeVSAvoidassembly cost
Core Design Contradiction:
Duration of action of moving objectVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by using inverters that are pre-configured with optimized conversion parameters and by pre-positioning solar panels in configurations that maximize energy capture during anticipated peak sunlight hours, thereby extending effective power generation time without adding excessive system complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent ensures continuity of useful action by using inverters that maintain high conversion efficiency throughout operation and by configuring the solar panel array to continuously capture sunlight during the day, thereby prolonging power generation output time with minimal additional components

Inventive Principle:
Principle #20Continuity of useful action

3Ease of operation

If an inverter is installed to convert direct-current power to alternating-current power, then the power can be output and supplied, but the inverter consumes electric energy and reduces the power generation output

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepower output capabilityVSAvoidpower generation output
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSLoss of energy

Solution Approach 1:

The patent changes the operational parameters of the inverter by optimizing its conversion efficiency through advanced power electronics and control algorithms, thereby minimizing energy losses during the DC-to-AC conversion process while maintaining the ability to supply power to the grid

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent replaces traditional inverter mechanisms with more efficient power electronic converters that use solid-state devices instead of mechanical components, reducing energy losses and improving overall conversion efficiency

Inventive Principle:
Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

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 device achieves prolonged and stable power generation, reducing the need for multiple solar panels and inverter conversion, enabling efficient energy production and storage, and increasing the operational period of the solar power generation system.

Implementation Method 1

the solar panels 10 that produce a direct-current power

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPhotovoltaic effect: Photovoltaic Effect

Implementation Method 2

the drive shaft is rotatingly connected with a motor which is connected with the storage battery module

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic conversion: Electromagnetic Induction

Implementation Method 3

the power multiplication unit is at least provided with a parallel-axis speed increaser, one side of the parallel-axis speed increaser is provided with a drive shaft

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectGear transmission: Gear

Implementation Method 4

the torque shaft is at least rotatingly connected with a planetary gear torque amplifier, the planetary gear torque amplifier is at least provided with an internal ring gear

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPlanetary gear mechanism: Epicyclic Gearing

Implementation Method 5

the power generator guide shaft is rotatingly connected with and drives a power multiplication generator

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectElectromagnetic conversion: Electromagnetic Induction

Data Source

PatentUS11996759B2Solar power generation device
Publication Date: 2024.05.28 SEASON FARM TECH CO LTD
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AI summary

A solar power generation device, provided with a power multiplication unit (2). A solar power generator (3) is connected to and located outside of the power multiplication unit (2). The power multiplication unit (2) is provided with a parallel-shaft speed increasing device (21) having a drive shaft (22) on one side and a torsion shaft (23) on the other. The drive shaft (22) is rotatably connected to a motor (24), and the torsion shaft (23) is rotatably connected to a planetary gear torque amplifier (4). The planetary gear torque amplifier (4) is provided with an internal ring gear (41). An inner side of the internal ring gear (41) is connected to a planetary gear set (42) in a circular manner, and a power generator guide shaft (43) is fixedly connected to a side of the planetary gear set (42). The power generator guide shaft (43) is rotatably connected to a power multiplication generator (5), and is provided with planetary gears (422) at one side thereof that mesh with the internal ring gear (41) at an inner side thereof. The torsion shaft (23) is located between the planetary gears (422) and meshes with the same. In this way, the invention solves the problems of high assembly cost, short duration of effective power generation output, and an efficiency decrease caused by consumption after power is generated by a solar panel, thereby extending the effective power generation time.