Underwater simulation training device

By installing detachable partitions and multifunctional training components inside the underwater training chamber, the problem of the single function of existing underwater training chambers has been solved, enabling flexible training of various underwater skills and improving the flexibility and realism of training.

CN116721577BActive Publication Date: 2026-07-10WUHAN WUCHUAN SPECIAL BOAT CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
WUHAN WUCHUAN SPECIAL BOAT CO LTD
Filing Date
2023-05-31
Publication Date
2026-07-10

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing underwater training cabins have fixed structures, limited functions, and poor flexibility, making them unable to meet the diverse needs of underwater skills training.

Method used

Design an underwater simulation training device that divides the training cabin into multiple compartments by setting up detachable partitions, and sets up escape and rescue training components and leak-sealing training components in different compartments. Combined with a lifting frame, the cabin can be raised and lowered to simulate various underwater environments.

Benefits of technology

This allows for the training of multiple underwater skills within the same training chamber, improving the flexibility and practicality of the training, and enhancing the diversity and realism of the skills training.

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Abstract

The application discloses a kind of for underwater simulation training device, the training cabin of underwater simulation training device includes cabin body and detachably arranged in the bulkhead of cabin body, bulkhead is divided into first cabin and second cabin by cabin body.First cabin and second cabin are respectively arranged in escape and rescue training component and plugging training component, can satisfy in the same training cabin through escape and rescue training component realizes escape skill training and rescue skill training, through plugging training component realizes plugging skill training.Lifting rig connected with training cabin and connected with hoisting equipment can then lift training cabin to realize the water entry and water exit of underwater simulation training device, realize corresponding skill training in training cabin underwater.The skills that underwater simulation training device can train are more, and the overall use flexibility is higher.
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Technical Field

[0001] This application belongs to the technical field of skill simulation training devices, and particularly relates to underwater simulation training devices. Background Technology

[0002] The underwater training chamber is a specialized device for underwater escape training, used to simulate underwater escape environments for training escape skills.

[0003] In existing technologies, underwater training cabins typically have a relatively fixed structure, with only a few fixedly connected devices installed inside to simulate a specific escape environment. The training functions of underwater training cabins are relatively limited, and their flexibility is poor. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application aims to address, at least to some extent, the limitations of underwater training cabins in terms of their limited functionality and flexibility. To this end, this application provides an underwater simulation training device.

[0005] This application provides an underwater simulation training device, comprising:

[0006] The training cabin includes a cabin body and a partition removably disposed in the cabin body, the partition dividing the cabin body into a first compartment and a second compartment;

[0007] Escape and search and rescue training equipment is installed in the first compartment;

[0008] A leak-sealing training component is located in the second compartment; and,

[0009] A lifting frame is connected to the training cabin and is used to connect with lifting equipment to raise and lower the training cabin.

[0010] Optionally, the leak-sealing training component includes a fluid pipe located at the bottom of the second compartment and closed at both ends, the fluid pipe having a leak point.

[0011] Optionally, the leak-sealing training component may also include a valve disposed on the fluid pipeline.

[0012] Optionally, the second compartment sidewall has a hull leakage point.

[0013] Optionally, the leak-sealing training component further includes:

[0014] A detection container with an opening located on the side wall of the second compartment and covering the leak point of the compartment;

[0015] An air inlet valve and a drain valve are spaced apart on the detection container.

[0016] Optionally, the escape and rescue training components include a seat, an electrical cabinet, a shelf, and a ramp located in and detachably connected to the second compartment, with the two ends of the ramp connected to the bottom and top of the second compartment, respectively.

[0017] Optionally, the escape and rescue training component also includes gas cylinder assemblies located at the bottom and top of the corresponding second compartment and an air cushion space with an air cushion gate.

[0018] Optionally, the training cabin includes:

[0019] A counterweight frame connected to the cabin body to change the center of gravity of the training cabin.

[0020] Optionally, the cabin is a box-like structure;

[0021] The counterweight frame includes a support plate and a connecting plate that are vertically connected. The top of the box is connected to the connecting plate, the bottom of the box is connected to the support plate, and the angle between the side wall of the box and the surface of the connecting plate is an acute angle.

[0022] Optionally, the bottom of the hull has multiple water holes.

[0023] The embodiments of this application have at least the following beneficial effects:

[0024] The underwater simulation training device's training cabin includes a cabin body and a detachable partition within the cabin, dividing the cabin into a first compartment and a second compartment. The first and second compartments are respectively equipped with escape and search-rescue training components and leak-sealing training components, enabling escape and search-rescue skill training to be conducted within the same training cabin, and leak-sealing skill training to be conducted via the leak-sealing components. A lifting frame connected to the training cabin and to lifting equipment allows for the raising and lowering of the training cabin, facilitating the underwater simulation training device's entry into and exit from the water, and enabling corresponding skill training to be conducted underwater within the training cabin. The underwater simulation training device can train a wide range of skills and offers high overall flexibility in use. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an underwater simulation training device provided in this application.

[0026] Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of the second compartment and leak-sealing training components provided for this application.

[0027] Figure 3 A structural schematic diagram of the first compartment and escape and search and rescue training components provided for this application.

[0028] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the training cabin provided in this application.

[0029] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Training cabin; 11. Cabin; 12. Bulkhead; 121. Connecting door; 13. First compartment; 14. Second compartment; 15. Access passage; 16. Opening door; 17. Counterweight frame; 171. Support plate; 172. Connecting plate; 173. Support block; 18. Opening; 19. Water hole; 2. Escape and rescue training components; 21. Seat; 22. Electrical cabinet; 23. Shelf; 24. Inclined ladder; 25. Gas cylinder assembly; 26. Air cushion space; 3. Leak sealing training components; 31. Fluid pipeline; 32. Valve; 33. Detection container; 34. Inlet valve; 35. Drain valve; 36. Straight ladder; 37. Cabin top access hole; 38. Stabilizing plate; 4. Lifting frame. Detailed Implementation

[0030] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand this application, the technical solution of this application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an underwater simulation training device provided in this application, with reference to... Figure 1 As can be seen, the underwater simulation training device provided in this application includes:

[0032] The training cabin 1 includes a cabin body 11 and a partition 12 detachably disposed in the cabin body 11, the partition 12 dividing the cabin body 11 into a first compartment 13 and a second compartment 14.

[0033] Escape and search and rescue training component 2 is located in the first compartment 13.

[0034] The leak-sealing training component 3 is located in the second compartment 14; and the lifting frame 4 is connected to the training compartment 1 and is used to connect with the lifting equipment to raise and lower the training compartment 1.

[0035] The training chamber 1 of the underwater simulation training device includes a chamber body 11 and a partition 12 detachably installed within the chamber body 11, dividing the chamber body 11 into a first compartment 13 and a second compartment 14. The first compartment 13 and the second compartment 14 are respectively equipped with an escape and rescue training component 2 and a leak-sealing training component 3, enabling escape and rescue skill training to be conducted within the same training chamber 1 using the escape and rescue training component 2, and leak-sealing skill training using the leak-sealing training component 3. A lifting frame 4, connected to the training chamber 1 and to lifting equipment, can raise and lower the training chamber 1 to allow the underwater simulation training device to enter and exit the water, enabling corresponding skill training to be conducted underwater within the training chamber 1. The underwater simulation training device can train a wide range of skills and offers high overall flexibility in use.

[0036] It should be noted that the partition 12 inside the cabin 11 is designed to be detachable, which allows the space pattern inside the cabin 11 to be changed. The space inside the cabin 11 can be expanded or reduced as needed, and more different scenarios can be simulated.

[0037] In some implementations provided in this application, both the first compartment 13 and the second compartment 14 have access passages 15, and corresponding opening and closing doors 16 can be installed on the passages. The access passages 15 allow personnel to enter and exit, and the addition of opening and closing doors 16 can simulate the actions of opening and closing doors required for personnel to enter the compartment. This can increase the realism of the simulated environment and improve the practicality of skills training.

[0038] In some implementations provided in this application, the partition 12 may be provided with a connecting door 121 that connects the first compartment 13 and the second compartment 14. This can simulate a real environment. Furthermore, connecting the first compartment 13 and the second compartment 14 facilitates the passage of personnel.

[0039] Optionally, the lifting frame 4 may have an F-TR lock and be connected to the lifting equipment via the F-TR lock. This facilitates the connection between the cabin 11 and the lifting equipment, and the rotation angle is also more reasonable.

[0040] In some embodiments provided in this application, the lifting brackets 4 may be arranged at the four corners of the cabin 11. This facilitates the stable raising and lowering of the cabin 11.

[0041] It should be noted that, in some embodiments provided in this application, during the gradual submersion of the training chamber 1, personnel in the first compartment 13 can practice escape skills. After the training chamber 1 is fully submerged, personnel in the first compartment 13 can conduct escape training, or divers can enter the water for search and rescue training. Divers can also enter the second compartment 14 for leak-sealing skills training.

[0042] Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of the second compartment and leak-sealing training components provided in this application. (Reference) Figure 2 As can be seen, in some embodiments provided in this application, the leak-sealing training component 3 includes a fluid pipe 31 located at the bottom of the second chamber 14 and closed at both ends, and the fluid pipe has a pipe leakage point.

[0043] The bottom of the second compartment 14 is equipped with a fluid pipe 31 that is sealed at both ends. The fluid pipe 31 is in a closed state, which can simulate the environment of some compartments with pipes. When there is a leak point in the fluid pipe 31, which is similar to a rupture, the fluid in the fluid pipe 31 will flow out through the leak point and leave traces in the water flow. Personnel can conduct targeted leak-sealing training and intuitively see the leak-sealing results.

[0044] In some embodiments provided in this application, the fluid conduit 31 may be filled with harmless gas or harmless fluid of color.

[0045] When leak-sealing training is required via fluid pipe 31, harmless gas within the pipe will release bubbles in the water when it leaks through a leak point on the pipe, facilitating targeted leak-sealing training for personnel. Colored, harmless fluid will leave a noticeable color mark in the water flow near the leak point, making it easier for trainees to locate and target the leak. The fluid pipe 31 is filled with gas, simulating the leak-sealing training required when a gas-filled pipe ruptures and floods within a ship.

[0046] It should be noted that harmless gases and harmless fluids refer to gases and fluids that are harmless to plants and animals and are relatively inert.

[0047] In some embodiments provided in this application, the fluid conduit 31 may be arranged along the edge of the first compartment 13. This can better simulate the state where most of the conduits are located at the edge of the compartment 11, effectively improving the effect of skills training.

[0048] In some embodiments provided in this application, the leak-stopping training component 3 also includes a valve 32 disposed on the fluid conduit 31.

[0049] The valve 32 installed on the fluid pipeline 31 controls the connection and disconnection with the interior of the fluid pipeline 31 based on the closed and open state of the valve port. Adding valve 32, since most pipelines have corresponding valves 32, effectively simulates situations where pipelines with valves 32 need to be plugged. This allows for training in plugging leaks in valves 32 while maintaining pipeline leak-plugging skills. Adding the underwater simulation training chamber 1 increases the types of skills that can be simulated and the flexibility of its use.

[0050] It should be noted that when sealing the valve body, the valve is being sealed for valves that are not closing properly.

[0051] In some embodiments provided in this application, the sidewall of the second compartment 14 has a leakage point of the hull 11.

[0052] Leak-sealing training can be conducted through the leak points on the side wall of the second hull 11, increasing the types of skills that can be trained.

[0053] In some implementations provided in this application, the opening 18 is located on the side wall of the second compartment 14 and covers the leak point of the compartment 11 in the detection container 33; the air inlet valve 34 and the drain valve 35 are spaced apart on the detection container 33.

[0054] When the training chamber 1 is completely underwater, the detection container 33 covering the leak point of the second side wall of the cabin 11 is filled with water. The air inlet valve 34 and drain valve 35 on the leak-sealing training component 3 are both connected to the interior of the detection container 33, providing the possibility of inflating the container 33 with air through the air inlet valve 34. With the drain valve 35 closed, inflating the detection container 33 allows for the detection of whether air bubbles flow out from the leak point of the cabin 11 after leak sealing, thus verifying the sealing result and providing feedback on its success, indirectly reflecting the proficiency of the leak sealing skills. Opening the drain valve 35 connects the detection container 33 to the external water flow, preventing excessive pressure on the container 33 and potential safety hazards, thus improving the safety of the training.

[0055] In some implementations provided in this application, the leak-sealing training component 3 may further include an air pump and an air pipe (not shown in the figure) connecting the air pump (not shown) and the air inlet valve 34. The air pump is connected to the air inlet valve 34 via the air pipe. Gas enters the air inlet valve 34 through the air pipe and finally enters the test container 33.

[0056] It should be noted that the air pump can be located on the ground, with part of the air hose connected to the ground-based air pump and part connected to the air inlet valve 34 in the water flow. Each leak point in this application has a corresponding plug during training. In actual training, the trainee controls the plug to move away from the leak point before using the plug to seal the leak point again.

[0057] In some embodiments provided in this application, the leak-sealing training component 3 may further include a straight ladder 36 connected at both ends to the bottom and top of the second compartment 14, and a top access hole 37 located on the top of the second compartment 14 and connected to one end of the straight ladder 36. The straight ladder 36 and the top access hole can simulate a ship's cabin environment with pipes and personnel can only enter and exit through the top access hole 37, increasing the diversity and realism of the training environment and effectively improving the practicality of the final skills acquired.

[0058] In one implementation provided in this application, the straight ladder 36 can be mounted on the stabilizing plate 38. This can increase the stability of the straight ladder 36.

[0059] Figure 3 A structural schematic diagram of the first compartment and escape and search and rescue training components provided for this application. (Reference) Figure 3 As can be seen, in some embodiments provided in this application, the escape and rescue training component 2 includes a seat 21, an electrical distribution cabinet 22, a shelf 23 and an inclined ladder 24 disposed in and detachably connected to the second compartment 14, with the two ends of the inclined ladder 24 connected to the bottom and top of the second compartment 14 respectively.

[0060] The second compartment 14 is equipped with detachable seats 21, an electrical control cabinet 22, shelves 23, and a ramp 24, closely resembling components found in a real ship's cabin. This effectively simulates the environment of some cabins where personnel might live after a ship sinks, and the realistic cabin environment enhances the practicality of personnel escape and search and rescue skills. The ramp 24 can also simulate some of the ladders connecting the upper and lower levels in a ship's cabin, simulating a wider range of environments.

[0061] Optionally, the inclined ladder 24 and the electrical distribution cabinet 22 can be located in a corner of the first compartment 13, the storage cabinets can be installed against the side wall of the first compartment 13, and multiple seats 21 can be arranged in the middle of the first compartment 13. This arrangement, which closely resembles the layout of a real compartment, can effectively improve the practicality of escape and search and rescue skills.

[0062] In some implementations provided in this application, the escape and search and rescue training component 2 may also include human mannequins distributed on the seat 21. This can effectively improve the practicality of search and rescue skills.

[0063] In some embodiments provided in this application, the escape and rescue training component 2 also includes a gas cylinder assembly 25 located at the bottom and top of the corresponding second compartment 14, and a cushion space 26 with a cushion gate.

[0064] The inclusion of the gas cylinder assembly 25 and the air cushion space 26 with an air cushion gate in the escape and rescue training component 2 simulates the environment of a cabin with the gas cylinder assembly 25 and air cushion space 26, improving the practicality of training skills. It also enhances the safety of trainees. The air cushion space 26 with the air cushion gate further trains personnel in the practicality of opening the air cushion gate, increasing the variety of trainable skills.

[0065] It should be noted that in some embodiments provided in this application, a corresponding structure for air supply can also be added to the leak-stopping training component 3, similar to the gas cylinder assembly 25 and air cushion space 26 in the escape and rescue training component 2. This can improve the safety of trainees during training and reduce the risk of insufficient air supply.

[0066] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the training cabin provided in this application. (Reference) Figure 4 As can be seen, in some embodiments provided in this application, the training cabin 1 includes a counterweight frame 17 connected to the cabin body 11 to change the center of gravity of the training cabin 1.

[0067] The counterweight frame 17 connected to the cabin 11 can change the overall center of gravity of the training cabin 1. The change in the overall center of gravity of the training cabin 1 can also adjust the water entry state of the cabin 11, which can simulate the state of partial tilting of part of the cabin 11 when it sinks into the water.

[0068] In some embodiments provided in this application, the cabin 11 is a box; the counterweight frame 17 includes a support plate 171 and a connecting plate 172 that are vertically connected, the top of the box is connected to the connecting plate 172, the bottom of the box is connected to the support plate 171, and the included angle between the side wall of the box and the surface of the connecting plate 172 is an acute angle.

[0069] The counterweight frame 17 includes a vertically connected support plate 171 and a connecting plate 172, facilitating the connection of the container 11 to the housing. The top of the housing is connected to the connecting plate 172, and the bottom of the housing is connected to the support plate 171. The angle between the side wall of the housing and the surface of the connecting plate 172 is an acute angle. When the housing 11 is on shore, it is in a slightly tilted state. When the housing 11 and the counterweight frame 17 enter the water together from the shore, the housing 11 is nearly tilted, simulating the tilted state of a shipwreck entering the water. This more closely resembles a real shipwreck environment and improves the practicality of the trained skills.

[0070] Optionally, the counterweight frame 17 may also include a support block 173 located between the side wall of the housing and the connecting plate 172, the support block 173 having an inclined surface that fits against the side wall of the housing. This can increase the connection stability between the counterweight frame 17 and the housing.

[0071] In some embodiments provided in this application, the angle between the side wall of the box and the surface of the connecting plate 172 is less than 15°. This more closely resembles a realistic shipwreck environment with a certain slope, improving the practicality of the trained skills.

[0072] In some embodiments provided in this application, the bottom of the cabin 11 has multiple water holes 19. The multiple water holes 19 at the bottom of the cabin 11 facilitate water flow into and out of the cabin 11, reducing resistance when the cabin 11 enters and leaves the water. This facilitates skills training simulations.

[0073] In some embodiments provided in this application, the top of the cabin 11 may be provided with a number of openings 18. The openings 18 can improve the safety of trainees, and in the event of a problem with the opening and closing door 16, trainees can also smoothly exit the cabin 11 through the openings 18.

[0074] In some embodiments provided in this application, the sidewalls of the second compartment 14 may include a skin material. This results in lower manufacturing and replacement costs.

[0075] In some implementations provided in this application, the sidewalls of the second compartment 14 may also include steel plates. This application does not impose any restrictions on this.

[0076] In some implementations provided in this application, the training cabin 1 can be obtained by modifying a shipping container. This results in low manufacturing costs and an environment that closely resembles the interior environment of a ship's cabin.

[0077] Although preferred embodiments of this application have been described, those skilled in the art, upon learning the basic inventive concept, can make other changes and modifications to these embodiments. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to be interpreted as including the preferred embodiments as well as all changes and modifications falling within the scope of this application.

[0078] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to this application without departing from the spirit and scope of this application. Therefore, if such modifications and variations fall within the scope of the claims of this application and their equivalents, this application also intends to include such modifications and variations.

Claims

1. An underwater simulation training device, characterized in that, include: The training chamber includes a chamber body, a partition detachably disposed in the chamber body, and a counterweight frame connected to the chamber body to change the center of gravity of the training chamber. The partition divides the chamber body into a first compartment and a second compartment. The counterweight frame includes a support plate and a connecting plate that are vertically connected. The chamber body is a box body. The top of the box body is connected to the connecting plate, and the bottom of the box body is connected to the support plate. The angle between the side wall of the box body and the surface of the connecting plate is an acute angle. Escape and search and rescue training equipment is installed in the first compartment; A leak-sealing training component is installed in the second compartment. The leak-sealing training component includes a fluid pipe located at the bottom of the second compartment and closed at both ends. The fluid pipe has a leak point in the pipe body. The leak-sealing training component also includes a valve installed on the fluid pipe. The fluid pipe is filled with harmless gas or harmless fluid with color. as well as, A lifting frame is connected to the training cabin and is used to connect with lifting equipment to raise and lower the training cabin.

2. The underwater simulation training device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second compartment has a leak point on its side wall.

3. The underwater simulation training device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The leak-sealing training component also includes: A detection container with an opening located on the side wall of the second compartment and covering the leak point of the compartment; An air inlet valve and a drain valve are spaced apart on the detection container.

4. The underwater simulation training device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The escape and rescue training components include a seat, power distribution cabinet, storage rack, and inclined ladder located in and detachably connected to the second compartment. The two ends of the inclined ladder are respectively connected to the bottom and top of the second compartment.

5. The underwater simulation training device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The escape and rescue training components also include gas cylinder assemblies located at the bottom and top of the corresponding second compartments, and air cushion spaces with air cushion gates.

6. The underwater simulation training device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the cabin has multiple water holes.