A visible hexagonal cage structure for pod thruster slip ring torque transmission

Abstract

This invention relates to the field of marine propulsion technology and provides a visible hexagonal cage structure for torque transmission of a slip ring in a podded propulsion system. The structure includes a hexagonal cage body for easy wiring connections. The hexagonal cage body comprises a torque transmission component, an acrylic glass element, and a first connector. The acrylic glass element is embedded in the outer wall of the torque transmission component, and the acrylic glass element and the torque transmission component are detachably connected. The first connector is located on the outer wall of the acrylic glass element, with one end penetrating through the acrylic glass element and fixedly connected to it. A connecting box is provided above the first connector, and the connecting box is fixedly connected to the torque transmission component. A cavity is located in the middle of the upper surface of the torque transmission component. By providing the torque transmission component, the connection between the slip ring and the podded propulsion system is facilitated under its action, while also preventing internal cables, signal lines, and conduits from becoming tangled.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the technical field of ship propellers, and in particular relates to a visible hexagonal cage structure for slip ring torque transmission of a pod propeller. Background Art

[0002] As a new type of all-electric propulsion, pod propulsion has special advantages in economy, maneuverability, energy saving and many other aspects. Pod propulsion has broad application prospects, and the country also strongly supports the development of domestic pod propulsion. The pod propulsion is located at the bottom of the cabin and immersed in seawater. The power cables, signal lines and pipelines required by the pod propulsion are transmitted to the pod propulsion motor through the slip ring. The power cables, signal lines and pipelines inside the slip ring and the pod propulsion body must be connected in advance, so the cables, signal lines and pipelines connected to the slip ring and the pod propulsion motor need to be connected.

[0003] At present, the lines of slip rings and pod thrusters are inconvenient to connect, and the connected lines are easily intertwined, which makes it easy for failures to occur; on the other hand, when the cables and pipelines are connected, it is inconvenient for the staff to observe, which affects the efficiency of wiring and taking over. Summary of the invention

[0004] The present invention provides a visible hexagonal cage structure for torque transmission of a pod thruster slip ring, aiming to solve the problems that the lines of the slip ring and the pod thruster are inconvenient to connect, and the lines after connection are easily intertwined, which is prone to failure; on the other hand, when the cables and pipelines are connected, it is inconvenient for staff to observe, which affects the efficiency of wiring and pipe connection.

[0005] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides the following technical solutions:

[0006] A visible hexagonal cage structure for transmitting torque of a pod thruster slip ring, comprising a hexagonal cage body for facilitating line connection, the hexagonal cage body comprising a torque transmission component, organic glass and a first joint, the organic glass being inlaid on the outer side wall of the torque transmission component, and the organic glass and the torque transmission component being detachably connected, the first joint being located on the outer side wall of the organic glass, and one end of the first joint passing through the organic glass and being fixedly connected to the organic glass, a connection box being arranged above the first joint, and the connection box and the torque transmission component being fixedly connected, the torque transmission component being a split structure, and a cavity being formed in the middle of the torque transmission component.

[0007] Preferably, bolts are provided at the connection between the organic glass and the torque transmission component, and the organic glass is detachably connected to the torque transmission component via the bolts.

[0008] Preferably, the cavity is hexagonal in shape.

[0009] Preferably, the inner wall of the torque transmission component, that is, the outer wall of the cavity, is hexagonal.

[0010] Preferably, a second joint is provided on one side of the first joint, and the second joint is fixedly connected to the organic glass.

[0011] Preferably, at least one second connector is provided.

[0012] Preferably, the connection box is rectangular.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0014] The present invention provides the connection box, so that line connection and storage are facilitated under the action of the connection box.

[0015] The present invention provides the torque transmission component, so that the connection between the slip ring and the pod thruster is facilitated under the action of the torque transmission component, and the internal cables, signal lines, pipelines, etc. are prevented from being intertwined.

[0016] The present invention arranges the organic glass, and adopts the organic glass to observe the internal situation when the cable and pipeline between the slip ring and the pod thruster are connected, and facilitate the wiring and pipe connection operations. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 A perspective view of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 It is a front view of the hexagonal cage body of the present invention installed on the slip ring and the pod thruster;

[0019] In the figure: 1-hexagonal cage body, 11-torque transmission component, 12-plexiglass, 13-first joint, 14-connection box, 15-cavity, 16-bolt, 17-positioning hole, 18-second joint. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the present invention more clearly understood, the present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0021] See also Figure 1-2A visible hexagonal cage structure for torque transmission of a pod thruster slip ring includes a hexagonal cage body 1 for easy connection of lines, the hexagonal cage body 1 includes a torque transmission component 11, organic glass 12 and a first joint 13, the organic glass 12 is embedded in the outer wall of the torque transmission component 11, and the organic glass 12 and the torque transmission component 11 are detachably connected, the first joint 13 is located on the outer wall of the organic glass 12, and one end of the first joint 13 passes through the organic glass 12 and is fixedly connected to the organic glass 12, a connection box 14 is arranged above the first joint 13, and the connection box 14 and the torque transmission component 11 are fixedly connected, the torque transmission component 11 is a split structure, and a cavity 15 is formed in the middle of the torque transmission component 11.

[0022] In this embodiment, Figure 2 The upper surface of the hexagonal cage body 1 is a slip ring, and the lower surface of the hexagonal cage body 1 is a pod thruster, wherein the hexagonal cage body 1 fixes the slip ring and the pod thruster respectively by bolts, so that the hexagonal cage body 1 supports and drives the slip ring. While the hexagonal cage body 1 is driven to rotate by the pod thruster, the hexagonal cage body 1 drives the rotating parts inside the slip ring to rotate through the bolts.

[0023] By setting a torque transmission component 11, wherein the torque transmission component 11 is a split structure, it is easy to install under the action of the split structure; by setting an organic glass 12, wherein the organic glass 12 is a polymer compound formed by the polymerization of methyl methacrylate, the organic glass 12 has a small specific gravity, a large strength, good insulation, and is also corrosion-resistant. The organic glass 12 is used to observe the internal situation when the cables and pipelines between the slip ring and the pod thruster are connected, and to facilitate wiring and pipe connection operations; by setting a first joint 13, wherein the first joint 13 is a hydraulic quick-change joint, the pneumatic brake system is provided with air supply under the action of the first joint 13; by setting a connection box 14, wherein the connection box 14 is a signal connection box, and the connection box 14 is a signal transfer box between the slip ring and the pod thruster, which is convenient for quickly connecting the signal line; by setting a cavity 15, it is convenient to connect the wiring and install other devices under the action of the cavity 15.

[0024] Furthermore, bolts 16 are provided at the connection between the organic glass 12 and the torque transmission component 11 , and the organic glass 12 is detachably connected to the torque transmission component 11 via the bolts 16 .

[0025] In this embodiment, by providing the bolts 16 , the cost is saved and it is convenient for workers to install and disassemble.

[0026] Furthermore, the inner wall of the torque transmission component 11, that is, the outer wall of the cavity 15, is hexagonal.

[0027] In this embodiment, the cavity 15 is set to be hexagonal in shape, so that the cavity 15 of this shape is convenient for placing objects and connecting wires.

[0028] Furthermore, positioning holes 17 are provided at the edges of the upper and lower surfaces of the torque transmission component 11 .

[0029] In this embodiment, by providing the positioning hole 17 , the torque transmission component 11 can be easily connected to the slip ring or the pod thruster under the action of the positioning hole 17 .

[0030] Furthermore, a second joint 18 is provided on one side of the first joint 13 , and the second joint 18 is fixedly connected to the organic glass 12 .

[0031] In this embodiment, by providing the second joint 18 , the thrust bearing is drained of oil through the second joint 18 when the pod propeller is shut down.

[0032] Furthermore, at least one second connector 18 is provided.

[0033] In this embodiment, Figure 1 It can be seen that two second joints 18 are provided, so that under the action of the second joints 18, the thrust bearing can be easily refueled.

[0034] Furthermore, the connection box 14 is rectangular.

[0035] In this embodiment, by setting the connection box 14 to be rectangular, the connection box 14 of this shape not only has enough space but also has an aesthetic effect.

[0036] To summarize, first place the torque transmission component 11 between the slip ring and the pod thruster, then connect the cables and pipes between the slip ring and the pod thruster through the connection box 14, observe the wiring situation through the organic glass 12 at this time, make adjustments in time to avoid the lines being intertwined, and finally connect the torque transmission component 11 to the slip ring and the pod thruster through external bolts to complete the installation process.

[0037] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principle of the present invention should be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A visible hexagonal cage structure for pod thruster slip ring torque transmission, characterized in that: The structure comprises a hexagonal cage body (1), the hexagonal cage body (1) comprising a torque transmission component (11), organic glass (12) and a first joint (13), the organic glass (12) being embedded on the outer wall of the torque transmission component (11), and the organic glass (12) and the torque transmission component (11) being detachably connected, the first joint (13) being located on the outer wall of the organic glass (12), and one end of the first joint (13) passing through the organic glass (12) and being fixedly connected to the organic glass (12), a connection box (14) being arranged above the first joint (13), and the connection box (14) and the torque transmission component (11) being fixedly connected, the torque transmission component (11) being a split structure, and a cavity (15) being formed in the middle of the torque transmission component (11); A bolt (16) is provided at the connection between the organic glass (12) and the torque transmission component (11), and the organic glass (12) is detachably connected to the torque transmission component (11) via the bolt (16); The inner wall of the torque transmission component (11), i.e., the outer wall of the cavity (15), is hexagonal.

2. A visible hexagonal cage structure for pod thruster slip ring torque transmission according to claim 1, characterized in that: Positioning holes (17) are provided at the edges of the upper and lower surfaces of the torque transmission component (11).

3. A visible hexagonal cage structure for pod thruster slip ring torque transmission according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second joint (18) is provided on one side of the first joint (13), and the second joint (18) is fixedly connected to the organic glass (12).

4. A visible hexagonal cage structure for pod thruster slip ring torque transmission according to claim 3, characterized in that: At least one second joint (18) is provided.

5. According to claim 1, a visible hexagonal cage structure for pod thruster slip ring torque transmission is characterized in that: The connection box (14) is rectangular in shape.

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