Working Principle

Cleaning Mechanism

The cleaning mechanism is designed to effectively remove dirt and debris from the surface of solar panels, ensuring optimal energy efficiency.

  • Wiper System: The primary cleaning component is a wiper, similar to those used in car windshields. It gently wipes the surface of the solar panels to remove dust, grime, and bird droppings without causing any damage.
  • Material: Made from durable, non-abrasive materials that provide effective cleaning while protecting the panel surface.

Moving Mechanism

The moving mechanism transports the cleaning component across the solar panel, ensuring full coverage.

  • Stepper Motor: A stepper motor drives the cleaning mechanism, providing precise control over its movement across the panel. This allows for consistent and reliable cleaning performance.
  • Pulley System: The movement is facilitated by a pulley system that traverses along V-profile aluminium tracks. This setup ensures smooth and efficient operation, allowing the wiper to cover the entire panel surface.
  • Guidance Rails: Lightweight guidance rails keep the wiper aligned and stable during operation, ensuring effective cleaning even in challenging conditions.
  • Consistent Speed: The mechanism operates at a consistent speed to ensure thorough cleaning without requiring adaptive speed adjustments.

Attaching Mechanism

The attaching mechanism secures the cleaning machine to the solar panels without causing damage, making installation easy and versatile.

  • 3D-Printed S-Bracket: The machine utilizes a specially designed 3D-printed S-shaped piece that attaches to the base of the solar panel. This component is crafted for a non-invasive installation, requiring no drilling or permanent modifications.
  • Non-Invasive Design: The S-shaped piece is engineered to securely attach to the solar panel base without causing any damage or interference with the panel’s operation.
  • Support Hook: One end of the S-shaped piece hooks onto the solar panel frame without blocking any part of the panel, ensuring full exposure to sunlight. The other end securely holds the V-profile frames of the cleaning machine.
  • Secure and Lightweight: The attaching mechanism is lightweight, minimizing additional load on the solar panels, yet provides a stable and secure fit even in adverse weather conditions.
  • Support Beam: An additional structural support to strengthen the top half of the S-Bracket. It is designed with an opening for the manipulation of nuts and bolts.
  • V1: S-Bracket without any support structures.
  • V2: Upgraded from V1. V2 serves as a S-Bracket with a Support Hook and a Support Beam.
  • V3: Upgraded from V2. V3 serves as a S-Bracket with an optimized Support Hook and a thickened Support Beam. Additionally, a thickened S-Bracket base serves as a logo protector.

Control System

The control system governs the operation of the cleaning machine, making it user-friendly and adaptable to different environmental conditions.

  • App-Controlled Interface: Users can control the cleaning schedule and settings via a mobile app, providing convenience and flexibility in operation.
  • Smart Sensors: Equipped with sensors that detect rainfall, the system can automatically trigger cleaning during rain or at preset intervals based on a timer.
  • Energy Efficiency: The system is designed to consume minimal energy, drawing power from the solar panel itself, ensuring that it operates efficiently without significantly impacting energy production.