IBC barrel status detection device

Abstract

The present application is about an IBC barrel state detection device, which relates to the detection field, including a sensor component and a control component, wherein the control component is connected to the sensor component, and the control component is used to control the sensor component to detect the state information of the IBC barrel; wherein the state information includes at least one or more of the following: position information, liquid level information, temperature information and inclination information. The present application can realize the monitoring of the state information of the IBC barrel.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of detection, and in particular to an IBC barrel status detection device. Background Art

[0002] IBC (Intermediate Bulk Container) barrel is a container for storing and transporting liquids, which is composed of an inner container and a metal frame. IBC is an essential tool for modern storage and transportation of liquid products. IBC barrels are composed of an inner container and a frame. The inner container is blow-molded with high molecular weight and high density polyethylene, which has high strength, corrosion resistance and good hygiene. Using IBC barrels for packaging can greatly reduce production, storage, transportation and operation costs, saving a lot of manpower and material resources. Summary of the invention

[0003] The present application provides an IBC barrel status detection device.

[0004] According to a first aspect of an embodiment of the present application, an IBC barrel state detection device is provided, comprising a sensor component and a control component, wherein:

[0005] The control component is connected to the sensor component, and the control component is used to control the sensor component to detect the status information of the IBC barrel;

[0006] The status information includes at least one or more of the following:

[0007] Position information, liquid level information, temperature information and inclination information

[0008] According to the technical solution of the present application, the state of the IBC barrel during transportation, storage, and use can be detected by setting a sensor component. For example, the location information of the IBC barrel can be obtained to realize the positioning operation of the IBC barrel to prevent the loss of the IBC barrel; or, the temperature information of the IBC barrel can be obtained to realize the detection of the ambient temperature of the IBC barrel to prevent the ambient temperature from affecting the quality of the liquid in the IBC barrel; or, the inclination of the IBC barrel can be calculated to detect the motion state of the IBC barrel and realize the calculation of the inclination angle of the IBC barrel; or, the liquid level information in the IBC barrel can be calculated to realize the accurate measurement of the liquid level information in the IBC barrel without destroying or intruding the IBC barrel; thereby realizing the monitoring of the state information of the IBC barrel, facilitating more precise and intelligent management and control of the IBC.

[0009] It should be understood that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only and are not restrictive of the present application. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0010] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and constitute a part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with the invention and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the invention.

[0011] Figure 1 This is a structural block diagram of an IBC barrel status detection device provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0012] Figure 2 A flow chart of a method for measuring liquid level in a container provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0013] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the relationship between the measuring device provided in the embodiment of the present application and the geometric center position of the container top.

[0014] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the direction of gravity provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0015] Figure 5 This is an axial schematic diagram of a connection structure of a status detection device provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0016] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Schematic diagram of the cross section of the middle stabilizing bracket cut along the vertical direction.

[0017] Figure 7 An axial schematic diagram of another connection structure of a state detection device provided in an embodiment of the present application.

[0018] Reference numerals

[0019] 1. Frame; 2. Inner container; 3. Connecting bracket; 4. Stabilizing bracket; 5. Locking mouth; 6. Clamp; 7. Groove; 8. Locking plate; 9. Cover plate. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] Exemplary embodiments will be described in detail herein, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. When the following description refers to the drawings, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements unless otherwise indicated. The embodiments described in the following exemplary embodiments do not represent all embodiments consistent with the present invention. Instead, they are merely examples of devices and methods consistent with some aspects of the present invention as detailed in the appended claims.

[0021] It should be noted that IBC (Intermediate Bulk Container) barrels are a type of container for storing and transporting liquids, and are also an essential tool for modern storage and transportation of liquid products. As IBC barrels are used more and more widely, in order to manage and control IBC barrels more precisely and intelligently, it is necessary to remotely monitor the status of the transportation, storage, and use process, such as location, liquid level, temperature, and other information.

[0022] Based on the above problems, the present application provides an IBC barrel state detection device 10. The present application sets a sensor on the IBC barrel to detect the position information, liquid level information, temperature information and inclination information of the IBC barrel. Specifically, the IBC barrel state detection device 10 of the embodiment of the present application is described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0023] Figure 1 A structural block diagram of an IBC barrel state detection device 10 provided in an embodiment of the present application is shown in FIG. Figure 1 As shown, the IBC barrel state detection device 1010 includes a sensor component 100 and a control component 200. Figure 1 As shown, the control component 200 is connected to the sensor component 100. The control component 200 can be used to control the sensor component 100 to detect the status information of the IBC bucket.

[0024] In some embodiments of the present application, the state information includes at least one or more of the following: position information, liquid level information, temperature information, and inclination information. As an example, the state information may include position information, or liquid level information, or temperature information, or inclination information. As another example, the state information may include position information and liquid level information, or the state information may include position information and temperature information; or the state information may include position information and inclination information; or the state information may include liquid level information and temperature information; or the state information may include liquid level information and inclination information; or the state information may include temperature information and inclination information.

[0025] As another example, the state information may include any three of position information, liquid level information, temperature information, and inclination information. As another example, the state information may include position information, liquid level information, temperature information, and inclination information. It should be noted that the specific information included in the state information can be determined according to actual needs, and this application does not make specific limitations on this.

[0026] According to the IBC barrel state detection device of the embodiment of the present application, the state of the IBC barrel during transportation, storage, and use can be detected by setting a sensor component on the IBC barrel. For example, the IBC barrel can be positioned by obtaining the position information of the IBC barrel to prevent the IBC barrel from being lost; or, the ambient temperature of the IBC barrel can be detected by obtaining the temperature information of the IBC barrel to prevent the ambient temperature from affecting the quality of the liquid in the IBC barrel; or, the motion state of the IBC barrel can be detected by calculating the inclination of the IBC barrel to calculate the inclination angle of the IBC barrel; or, the liquid level information in the IBC barrel can be calculated to accurately measure the liquid level information in the IBC barrel without destroying or invading the IBC barrel; thereby, the state information of the IBC barrel can be monitored, which is convenient for more precise and intelligent management and control of the IBC.

[0027] It should be noted that the location information of the IBC bucket can be obtained by setting a positioning module on the IBC bucket. Figure 1 As shown, the sensor assembly may include a positioning module 101, and the positioning module 101 is used to obtain the position information of the IBC bucket based on the positioning technology.

[0028] It should be noted that there are many methods for obtaining the location information of the IBC bucket based on positioning technology, such as GPS (Global Positioning System), GLONASS positioning system and Galileo positioning system. It can be understood that there are many methods for obtaining the current location information of the IBC bucket. The following are three examples to describe the specific methods for obtaining the current location information of the IBC bucket:

[0029] As an example, GPS is a high-precision radio navigation positioning system based on artificial earth satellites, providing navigation functions based on 24 orbiting satellites in space. Through the built-in GPS signal receiver of the positioning module 101, it is possible to directly read the satellite data to calculate the position of the IBC bucket.

[0030] As an example, the GLONASS positioning system is built into the positioning module 101 to obtain the location information of the IBC bucket. The GLONASS positioning system is a positioning system that uses multiple satellites to implement satellite positioning and navigation services, and can provide high-precision three-dimensional position, three-dimensional speed and time information for various military and civilian users in the world's land, sea, air and near-Earth space all-weather and continuously.

[0031] As an example, the location information of the IBC bucket can be obtained by embedding the Galileo positioning system in the positioning module 101. The Galileo positioning system is a positioning system composed of 30 satellites with an orbital altitude of 23616km. It is a global satellite navigation and positioning system based on civilian use, which can provide high-precision and high-reliability positioning services, realize completely non-military control and management, and can perform navigation and positioning functions covering the world.

[0032] It should also be noted that, in one implementation, the location information of the IBC bucket can also be obtained through base station positioning and wifi (wireless communication technology) positioning.

[0033] As an example, base station positioning relies on the telecom base stations of operators for positioning. Generally, three base stations determine a plane, and the positioning location is determined based on the strength of the received signal. This method is more dependent on the distribution density of telecom base stations, and the more distributed the base stations, the more accurate the positioning will be.

[0034] As an example, wifi positioning is when the positioning module 101 on the IBC bucket is connected to wifi, the provider will record the website address of the wifi and also record the physical address it obtains, so that the next time the user connects to the wifi, the device will be located at this address.

[0035] According to the IBC barrel status detection device of the embodiment of the present application, the position of the IBC barrel is located by setting a positioning module, ensuring that the position of the IBC barrel can be locked by the positioning module when the IBC barrel is lost, so as to facilitate the retrieval of the IBC barrel, and when the IBC barrel is in a transport state, the transport position of the IBC barrel can be monitored in real time according to the feedback of the positioning module, so as to realize the control of the position of the IBC barrel.

[0036] It should be noted that the distance of the liquid level in the IBC barrel can be obtained by setting a ranging radar 102 on the IBC barrel. Figure 1 As shown, the sensor assembly may further include: a ranging radar 102 for measuring distance information between the surface of the IBC bucket and the liquid level in the container of the IBC bucket.

[0037] It should be noted that there are many devices for measuring the distance between the surface of the IBC bucket and the liquid level in the container of the IBC bucket, for example, the distance from the top of the container to the liquid level in the container is measured by the ranging radar 102, or the distance from the top of the container to the liquid level in the container is measured by the infrared ranging sensor. It can be understood that the distance from the top of the container to the liquid level in the container can be measured by different devices. Two examples will be given below to describe the process of measuring the distance from the top of the container to the liquid level in the container for different devices.

[0038] As an example of a possible implementation, the distance from the top of the container to the liquid surface in the container is measured by the ranging radar 102, wherein the ranging radar 102 measures the time difference between the transmitted pulse and the echo pulse, and because electromagnetic waves propagate at the speed of light, the precise distance of the target is calculated based on the time difference and the electromagnetic wave propagation speed, and electromagnetic waves are not only reflective but also penetrating, and when electromagnetic waves enter different media, they will not only reflect but also change the propagation speed; during operation, the ranging radar 102 transmits electromagnetic waves in the direction of the liquid surface in the container, and the electromagnetic waves are rebounded after touching the liquid surface in the container, and the reflected electromagnetic waves are finally captured by the ranging radar 102, and the distance information of the liquid level in the container is obtained by measuring the time difference between the transmitted pulse and the echo pulse. Among them, the ranging radar 102 refers to a radar that works in a radio frequency manner. Its operating frequency band includes but is not limited to 24GHz, 60Hz, 77Hz, etc.

[0039] As an example of a possible implementation method, the distance from the top of the container to the liquid level in the container is measured by an infrared distance sensor, wherein the infrared distance sensor has a pair of infrared signal transmitting and receiving diodes, and the infrared distance sensor used emits a beam of infrared light, which forms a reflection process after irradiating an object, and receives a signal after being reflected to the sensor, and then receives the data of the time difference between transmission and reception through image processing, thereby realizing the distance measurement. It should be noted that the infrared signal transmitting and receiving diodes are both arranged at the top of the inner side of the container, and the emission direction of the infrared beam is perpendicular to the inner top plane of the container; during operation, the infrared signal transmitting diode emits an infrared beam, and the infrared beam is reflected after contacting the liquid level surface in the container, and is finally captured by the infrared signal receiving diode, and the distance information of the liquid level in the container is obtained by calculating the time difference between transmission and reception.

[0040] According to the IBC barrel state detection device of the embodiment of the present application, the distance information between the surface of the IBC barrel and the liquid level in the container of the IBC barrel is obtained through the gap radar, which is convenient for the operator to grasp the liquid volume in the IBC barrel. The liquid level information in the container can be measured without destroying or invading the container, reducing the difficulty of measuring the liquid level position in the IBC barrel.

[0041] It should be noted that the acceleration vector data of the IBC bucket can be obtained by setting an acceleration sensor 103 on the IBC bucket. Figure 1 As shown, the sensor assembly further includes: an acceleration sensor 103, which is used to measure the current acceleration vector information of the IBC barrel.

[0042] As an implementation method, the current motion state of the IBC bucket can be calculated based on the current acceleration vector information of the IBC bucket, so as to provide a data basis for the subsequent calculation of the tilt angle of the IBC bucket and provide a guarantee for the provision of liquid level information in the container.

[0043] It should be noted that there are many methods for determining whether a container is in a stationary state based on acceleration vector data, for example, by performing variance calculation on acceleration vector data, or by performing standard deviation calculation on acceleration vector data. It can be understood that different methods can be used to determine whether a container is in a stationary state based on acceleration vector data. Two examples are given below to describe the judgment process of judging whether a container is in a stationary state based on different methods.

[0044] As an example of a possible implementation method, the acceleration vector data of the acceleration sensor 103 is continuously acquired within a specified time period, and the time interval for acquiring the acceleration vector data each time remains unchanged; the acquired acceleration vector data is formed into a data set, the variance of the data set is calculated, and the sum of the variances is calculated; if the sum of the variances exceeds a preset threshold, the container is in motion at this time, and if the sum of the variances does not exceed the preset threshold, the container is in a stationary state at this time.

[0045] For example, the first step is to obtain the three-axis acceleration data [x1, y1, z1] of the acceleration sensor 103 at the current moment.

[0046] Step 2: According to the preset detection time interval Δt and detection duration T, continuously obtain acceleration data with an interval period of Δt within time T to form a data set [x1, y1, z1], [x2, y2, z2], [x3, y3, z3], [x4, y4, z4]......

[0047] Step 3: Calculate the variance [dx, dy, dz] of the data set x, y, z, and calculate the sum of the variances d. If it exceeds the preset threshold D, it is considered to be in motion. Otherwise, it is considered to be stationary.

[0048] As an example of a possible implementation method, the acceleration vector data of the acceleration sensor 103 is continuously acquired within a specified time period, and the time interval for acquiring the acceleration vector data each time remains unchanged; the acquired acceleration vector data is formed into a data set, and the standard deviation of the data set is calculated. If the standard value is greater than a preset threshold value, the data set has a large discreteness, and the container is in motion at this time; if the standard value is less than or equal to the preset threshold value, the data set has a small discreteness, and the container is in a stationary state at this time.

[0049] For example, the first step is to obtain the three-axis acceleration data [x1, y1, z1] of the acceleration sensor 103 at the current moment.

[0050] Step 2: According to the preset detection time interval Δt and detection duration T, continuously obtain acceleration data with an interval period of Δt within time T to form a data set [x1, y1, z1], [x2, y2, z2], [x3, y3, z3], [x4, y4, z4]......

[0051] Step 3: Calculate the standard deviation of the data set x, y, z, set a preset threshold, and compare the standard deviation of the set x, y, z with the preset threshold. If the standard value is greater than the preset threshold, the container is in motion at this time. If the standard value is less than or equal to the preset threshold, the container is in a stationary state at this time.

[0052] According to the IBC bucket state detection device of the embodiment of the present application, an acceleration sensor can be set to detect the current motion state of the IBC bucket, which is used to determine whether the IBC bucket is in a stationary state at this time. The acceleration sensor also provides a data basis for the subsequent calculation of the inclination angle of the IBC bucket, thereby providing a guarantee for the accuracy of the subsequent correction of the distance information.

[0053] It should be noted that the control component 200 can calculate the liquid level information in the IBC bucket container and the inclination information of the IBC bucket based on the acceleration vector data measured by the acceleration sensor 103. Optionally, in one embodiment of the present application, the control component can obtain the distance information measured by the ranging radar and the current acceleration vector information measured by the acceleration sensor, and correct the distance information according to the current acceleration vector information, obtain the liquid level information in the IBC bucket container, and obtain the inclination information of the IBC bucket according to the current acceleration vector information.

[0054] Figure 2 A flow chart of a method for correcting distance information according to acceleration vector information provided in an embodiment of the present application. Figure 2 As shown, the specific steps for correcting the distance information according to the current acceleration vector information are:

[0055] Step 201, determining the horizontal angle between the state detection device and the geometric center of the top of the container.

[0056] For example, see Appendix Figure 3 , Figure 3is a set of the side view and top view of the container, where the X-axis, Y-axis and Z-axis are three-axis coordinate systems, Ly is the distance from the state detection device to the geometric center of the top of the container in the Y-axis direction, and Lz is the distance from the state detection device to the geometric center of the top of the container in the Z-axis direction. Because the Z-axis direction is perpendicular to the Y-axis direction, Ly and Lz are perpendicular to each other, where the horizontal angle α of the geometric center of the top of the container is one angle in a right triangle, and the horizontal angle between the state detection device and the geometric center of the top of the container can be calculated by performing trigonometric operations on the known side length of the angle, and then the degree of the angle can be calculated, where the angle calculation formula is:

[0057]

[0058] Wherein, Ly is the distance from the state detection device to the geometric center of the top of the container in the Y-axis direction, Lz is the distance from the state detection device to the geometric center of the top of the container in the Z-axis direction, and α is the horizontal angle between the state detection device and the geometric center of the top of the container.

[0059] Step 202: Determine the inclination angle of gravity in the X direction according to the current acceleration vector information.

[0060] In the embodiment of the present application, the current acceleration vector information may include: vector data of gravity acceleration on the X-axis, Y-axis and Z-axis respectively.

[0061] It should be noted that, see Appendix Figure 4 , Figure 4 It is a collection of side views and top views of the container in an inclined state, wherein the X-axis, Y-axis and Z-axis are a three-axis coordinate system, the distance d is the first distance, the direction of gravity is always vertical to the ground, and the direction of the gravity component is the direction of the force of the gravity decomposed to the plane where the Z-axis and the Y-axis are located.

[0062] To ensure the accuracy of the data, it is necessary to obtain the acceleration vector data of the acceleration sensor multiple times within a certain period of time, and then perform a mean operation on the multiple sets of acceleration vector data obtained, thereby reducing the error of data collection and ensuring that the acceleration vector data is closer to the actual true value; for example, the acceleration vector data is obtained multiple times within a preset time period, and the time interval for each acquisition of the acceleration vector data remains constant, and the mean operation is performed on the several sets of acceleration vector data obtained, and the result is: [X, Y, Z].

[0063] According to trigonometric functions, the calculation formula for the inclination angle of gravity in the X-axis direction can be obtained as follows:

[0064]

[0065] Wherein, X is the vector data of gravity acceleration on the X-axis, Y is the vector data of gravity acceleration on the Y-axis, Z is the vector data of gravity acceleration on the Z-axis, and θ is the inclination angle of gravity in the X-direction.

[0066] Step 203: Determine the inclination angle of gravity in the YZ plane direction according to the current acceleration vector information.

[0067] It should be noted that, in the embodiment of the present application, the inclination angle of gravity in the YZ plane direction can be calculated based on the vector data of gravity acceleration in the Y axis and the vector data of gravity acceleration in the Z axis, wherein the calculation formula of the inclination angle of gravity in the YZ plane direction can be:

[0068]

[0069] Among them, Y is the vector data of gravity acceleration on the Y axis, Z is the vector data of gravity acceleration on the Z axis, and β is the inclination angle of gravity in the YZ plane direction.

[0070] Step 204, determining the distance between the state detection device and the geometric center of the top of the container.

[0071] It should be noted that, in the embodiment of the present application, the distance between the state detection device and the geometric center of the top of the container can be calculated based on the distance from the state detection device to the geometric center of the top of the container in the Y-axis direction and the distance from the state detection device to the geometric center of the top of the container in the Z-axis direction, wherein the calculation formula for the distance between the state detection device and the geometric center of the top of the container can be:

[0072]

[0073] Wherein, Ly is the distance from the state detection device to the geometric center of the top of the container in the Y-axis direction, Lz is the distance from the state detection device to the geometric center of the top of the container in the Z-axis direction, and L is the distance between the state detection device and the geometric center of the top of the container.

[0074] Step 205, determining the error value of the liquid surface position according to the horizontal angle, the gravity inclination in the X direction, the gravity inclination in the YZ plane direction and the distance, and determining the liquid level information in the container according to the distance information and the error value measured by the ranging radar.

[0075] In one implementation, the error value d`` can be calculated using the following formula according to the horizontal angle, the gravity inclination in the X direction, the gravity inclination in the YZ plane direction and the distance, wherein the calculation formula of the error value is as follows:

[0076] d``=cos(β-α)×L*tanθ (5)

[0077] After obtaining the error value for determining the liquid level position, the distance information measured by the ranging radar and the error value can be used to determine the liquid level information in the container. As an example, the difference obtained by subtracting the error value from the distance information measured by the ranging radar is the liquid level information in the container. For example, the following formula can be used to calculate the liquid level information in the container:

[0078] d`=dd`` (6)

[0079] Among them, d is the distance information measured by the ranging radar, d` is the liquid level information in the container, and d`` is the error value.

[0080] According to the IBC barrel state detection device of the embodiment of the present application, the error value of the liquid surface position can be calculated by determining the horizontal angle, the inclination angle of gravity in the X direction, the inclination angle of gravity in the YZ plane direction and the distance, and the liquid level information in the container can be determined by subtracting the error value from the distance information measured by the ranging radar. The installation positions of the ranging radar and the acceleration sensor, as well as the measurement data of the ranging radar and the acceleration sensor can be used to accurately measure the liquid level information in the container based on a mathematical algorithm, thereby realizing the measurement of the distance to the liquid surface without destroying or invading the container, thereby ensuring the accuracy of the measurement.

[0081] It should be noted that the ambient temperature can be obtained by setting a temperature sensor on the IBC barrel. Figure 1 As shown, the sensor assembly may further include: a temperature sensor 104 for measuring temperature information of the environment surrounding the IBC barrel.

[0082] It should be noted that the temperature sensor 104 can include two major categories: (1) contact temperature sensors, which achieve real-time detection of the temperature of the object being measured by making good contact with the object being measured; and (2) non-contact temperature sensors, which do not make contact with the object being measured and can be used to measure the surface temperature of moving objects, small targets, and objects with small heat capacity or rapid temperature changes (transients).

[0083] It should be noted that there are many methods for measuring the temperature information of the environment around the IBC barrel, for example, a colorimetric thermometer or a mercury thermometer. It can be understood that the temperature information of the environment around the IBC barrel can be measured by different devices. Two examples are given below to describe the method of measuring the temperature information of the environment around the IBC barrel for different devices:

[0084] As an example, a colorimetric pyrometer is a type of radiation pyrometer. It is made based on the principle that the ratio of the radiation intensity at two wavelengths in the radiation emitted by the heated object changes with the actual temperature of the object. By measuring the ratio of the radiation intensity at the two wavelengths, the temperature of the heated object can be known.

[0085] As an example, a mercury thermometer is a type of expansion thermometer. The freezing point of mercury is -39°C, the boiling point is 356.7°C, and the measuring temperature range is -39°C to 357°C. It can detect the ambient temperature simply and intuitively.

[0086] According to the IBC barrel status detection device of the embodiment of the present application, the temperature of the environment around the IBC barrel can be detected by setting a temperature sensor, so as to achieve the purpose of obtaining the temperature of the environment around the IBC barrel in real time, further improve the detection effect of the IBC barrel status, and achieve the purpose of remotely monitoring the IBC barrel status information.

[0087] It should be noted that unique identification information can be set on the IBC bucket. Figure 1 As shown, the IBC bucket state detection device 10 may further include an identification module 400. The identification module 400 is used to identify the unique coding information of the IBC bucket state detection device 10.

[0088] In one implementation, the identification module 400 may include two-dimensional code information, which is a black and white graphic that records data symbol information and is distributed in a plane (two-dimensional direction) according to a certain rule using a certain geometric figure. In coding, the concept of "0" and "1" bit streams that constitute the internal logic basis of the computer is cleverly used, and a number of geometric figures corresponding to binary are used to represent textual numerical information, which is automatically read by an image input device or an optoelectronic scanning device to realize automatic information processing.

[0089] As an example, a QR code is provided on one side of the IBC barrel state detection device 10. The QR code of each IBC barrel is different. The independent identity information of the IBC barrel can be identified by scanning the QR code through an image input device or a photoelectric scanning device.

[0090] In one implementation, the identification module 400 may include a barcode, which is a graphic identifier that arranges multiple black bars and spaces of different widths according to certain coding rules to express a set of information. The barcode can mark the country of production, manufacturer, product name, production date, book classification number, mail origin and destination, category, date and other information of the item.

[0091] As an example, a barcode is provided on one side of the IBC barrel status detection device 10. The barcode of each IBC barrel is different. By scanning the barcode through an image input device or a photoelectric scanning device, the production date of the IBC barrel, the composition of the internal liquid, and the independent identity information can be identified.

[0092] In one implementation, the identification module 400 may be an NFC (Near Field Communication) unit. Devices using NFC technology (such as mobile phones) can exchange data when they are close to each other. It is an integration of contactless radio frequency identification and interconnection technologies, integrating the functions of an inductive card reader, an inductive card, and point-to-point communication on a single chip.

[0093] As an example, an NFC unit is provided on one side of the IBC bucket state detection device 10, and by bringing a device equipped with NFC technology close to the NFC unit, relevant information and independent identity information of the IBC bucket can be identified.

[0094] According to the IBC barrel status detection device of the embodiment of the present application, the identification information of the IBC barrel is identified by setting an identification module, which makes it easy for operators to obtain relevant information of the IBC barrel. The operator can obtain relevant information of the liquid inside the corresponding IBC barrel through the identification module, which is also convenient for the maintenance and management of the specific IBC barrel.

[0095] It should be noted that a wireless communication module can be provided on the IBC barrel to send the detected status information to an external device through the wireless communication module to achieve the purpose of remote monitoring. Figure 1 As shown, the IBC bucket state detection device 10 may further include a wireless communication module 106. The wireless communication module 106 is connected to the control component 200, and the wireless communication module 106 is used to send the state information of the IBC bucket to an external device.

[0096] In some embodiments of the present application, the external device includes at least one or more of a terminal device and a server. For example, the external device may also be a device with a display screen, and the status information of the detected IBC bucket is displayed on the display screen.

[0097] It should be noted that there are many ways to send the IBC bucket status information to an external device, such as infrared communication or Bluetooth. It is understandable that there are many ways to send the IBC bucket status information to an external device. Two examples are given below to describe the specific methods of sending the IBC bucket status information to an external device:

[0098] As an example, infrared communication is a communication method that uses infrared rays to transmit information. It is generally composed of an infrared transmitting system and a receiving system. The transmitting end modulates the baseband binary signal into a series of pulse train signals and transmits the infrared signal through an infrared transmitting tube. The receiving end converts the received light pulse into an electrical signal, which is then sent to the demodulation circuit for demodulation after amplification, filtering and other processing, and then restored to a binary digital signal for output.

[0099] As an example, Bluetooth technology is a radio technology that supports short-range communication between devices, using 2.4 to 2.485 Hz radio waves to achieve short-range data exchange between fixed devices, mobile devices, and building personal area networks.

[0100] According to the IBC barrel status detection device of the embodiment of the present application, by setting a wireless communication module, the status information of the IBC barrel is sent to an external device, ensuring that the operator can remotely monitor the status of the IBC barrel and ensure the normal operation of the equipment.

[0101] It should be noted that a power supply module can be provided on the IBC barrel. Figure 1 As shown, the IBC barrel state detection device 10 further includes a power supply module 300 , which is connected to the control component 200 and the sensor component 100 , respectively. The power supply module 300 is used to supply power to the control component 200 and the sensor component 100 , respectively.

[0102] As an implementation method, the power supply module 300 can be a lithium battery, and the lithium battery is connected to the control component and the sensor component to realize power supply operation for the control component and the sensor component. The lithium battery is a type of battery that uses lithium metal or lithium alloy as the positive / negative electrode material and a non-aqueous electrolyte solution.

[0103] As an implementation method, the power supply module 300 can be a dry cell battery, and the control component and the sensor component are powered by connecting the dry cell battery to the control component and the sensor component. The dry cell battery is a voltaic battery, and some absorbent (such as sawdust or gelatin) is used to make the contents into a paste that does not overflow.

[0104] As an implementation method, the power supply module 300 can be a battery. By connecting the battery to the control component and the sensor component, the control component and the sensor component can be powered. It should be noted that after the battery is discharged, the internal active substances can be regenerated by charging - the electrical energy is stored as chemical energy; and the battery converts the chemical energy into electrical energy again when it needs to be discharged.

[0105] According to the IBC barrel status detection device of the embodiment of the present application, the control component and the sensor component are powered by the power supply module, thereby ensuring the stable operation of the equipment, providing power support for the detection device, and ensuring that the detection device can monitor the IBC barrel status without an external power supply.

[0106] It should be noted that there are many ways to install the status detection device 10 in the IBC barrel, and two exemplary implementations are given below.

[0107] As an example of a possible implementation, Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the IBC barrel includes an inner container 2 and a frame 1, wherein the inner container 2 is placed in the frame 1; the status detection device 10 is fixed to the frame 1 by a detachable fixing device, wherein the fixing position of the status detection device 10 is located on the outer surface side of the top of the inner container 2.

[0108] For example, a connecting bracket 3 is provided on one side of the detection device, and a stabilizing bracket 4 is fixed on one side of the connecting bracket 3. The stabilizing bracket 4 is arranged in a U-shaped structure, and the shape of the stabilizing bracket 4 and the frame 1 are matched. A plurality of locking openings 5 ​​are provided at the fixed positions of the stabilizing bracket 4 and the connecting bracket 3, and the clamping operation of the stabilizing bracket 4 and the frame 1 can be achieved by passing the clamping hoop 6 through the locking opening 5.

[0109] As an example of another possible implementation, see the attached Figure 7 A groove 7 is provided on the outer surface of the top of the container of the IBC barrel, and the state detection device 10 is detachably arranged in the groove 7 .

[0110] It should be noted that the status detection device 10 is sealed in the groove 7 through the cover plate 9, and the cover plate 9 is hingedly arranged on one side of the groove 7. A locking plate 8 is rotatably arranged on one side of the top of the container. When the cover plate 9 is flipped to seal the groove 7, the locking plate 8 can be used to achieve the locking operation of the position of the cover plate 9.

[0111] According to the IBC barrel state detection device of the embodiment of the present application, the state detection device is fixedly installed by providing a connecting bracket, a stabilizing bracket, a cover plate and a locking plate, thereby ensuring that the state detection device is always provided on the IBC barrel during the transportation of the IBC barrel, thereby increasing the stability of the state detection device and preventing the state detection result of the IBC barrel from being affected due to the state detection device falling.

[0112] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the referred device or element must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present application.

[0113] In this application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", "connected", "fixed" and the like should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements, unless otherwise clearly defined. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0114] In the present application, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being “above” or “below” a second feature may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Moreover, a first feature being “above”, “above”, and “above” a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being “below”, “below”, and “below” a second feature may mean that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0115] Those skilled in the art will readily appreciate other embodiments of the present invention after considering the specification and practicing the invention claimed herein. This application is intended to cover any variations, uses or adaptations of the present invention that follow the general principles of the present invention and include common knowledge or customary techniques in the art that are not claimed in this application. The specification and examples are intended to be exemplary only, and the true scope and spirit of the present invention are indicated by the following claims.

[0116] It should be understood that the present invention is not limited to the exact construction that has been described above and shown in the drawings and that various modifications and changes may be made without departing from the scope thereof. The scope of the present invention is limited only by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An IBC barrel status detection device, characterized in that: It includes a sensor component and a control component, wherein: The control component is connected to the sensor component, and the control component is used to control the sensor component to detect the status information of the IBC barrel; The status information includes at least one or more of the following: Position information, liquid level information, temperature information and inclination information; The IBC barrel comprises an inner container and a frame, wherein the inner container is placed in the frame; the state detection device is fixed to the frame by a detachable fixing device, wherein the fixing position of the state detection device is located on the outer surface side of the top of the inner container; The sensor assembly includes: a range-finding radar for measuring distance information between the surface of the IBC barrel and the liquid level in the container of the IBC barrel; An acceleration sensor, used to measure current acceleration vector information of the IBC barrel; The control component is specifically used for: Acquire the distance information measured by the ranging radar and the current acceleration vector information measured by the acceleration sensor, correct the distance information according to the current acceleration vector information, acquire the liquid level information in the IBC bucket, and acquire the inclination information of the IBC bucket according to the current acceleration vector information; The correction of distance information according to current acceleration vector information includes: determining a horizontal angle between a state detection device and a geometric center of a top of a container; determining an inclination angle of gravity in an X direction according to current acceleration vector information; determining an inclination angle of gravity in a YZ plane direction according to current acceleration vector information; determining a distance between the state detection device and a geometric center of a top of a container; determining an error value of a liquid surface position according to the horizontal angle, an inclination angle of gravity in an X direction, an inclination angle of gravity in a YZ plane direction and the distance, and determining liquid level information in the container according to the distance information and the error value measured by a ranging radar.

2. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that The sensor assembly comprises: The positioning module is used to obtain the location information of the IBC bucket based on the positioning technology.

3. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that The sensor assembly comprises: The temperature sensor is used to measure the temperature information of the environment around the IBC barrel.

4. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that Also includes: The identification module is used to identify the unique coding information of the IBC barrel status detection device.

5. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that Also includes: A wireless communication module, the wireless communication module is connected to the control component, and the wireless communication module is used to send the status information of the IBC bucket to an external device; The external device includes at least one or more of a terminal device and a server.

6. The device according to claim 1, characterized in that Also includes: A power supply module, wherein the power supply module is connected to the control component and the sensor component respectively, and the power supply module is used to supply power to the control component and the sensor component respectively.

7. The device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that The outer surface of the top of the container of the IBC barrel is provided with a groove, and the state detection device is detachably arranged in the groove.

8. The device according to claim 7, characterized in that The state detection device is sealed in the groove through a cover plate.

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