A multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead transmission line maintenance

Abstract

The application discloses a multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead transmission line maintenance, which comprises an exoskeleton main body, two walking devices, two supporting rods, two mechanical arms and a falling prevention module. The exoskeleton main body is used for wearing by a person, and a containing cavity is arranged on the exoskeleton main body. The two walking devices are arranged on the two sides below the exoskeleton main body respectively, and are used for providing walking assistance for the person after the person wears the two walking devices on legs. The two supporting rods are arranged on the two sides of the two walking devices respectively, and are connected with the walking devices in an angle-adjustable mode. The two mechanical arms are arranged on the two sides above the exoskeleton main body respectively, and a trimming module is connected with the mechanical arms. According to the scheme, the walking device, the trimming module and the falling prevention module are integrated on the exoskeleton main body, various working conditions can be adapted, the tool arrangement process of a worker before inspection is simplified, and the risk of falling of the worker can be reduced through the supporting rods.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of tower climbing operation technology, and in particular to a multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for the inspection and maintenance of overhead transmission lines. Background Technology

[0002] Overhead transmission lines are typically located in remote areas with poor road conditions, and many places are inaccessible by vehicles. During the operation and maintenance of overhead transmission lines, workers not only need to carry inspection tools, but also fall protection tools to prevent falls when climbing. The process of organizing the tools is quite cumbersome, and if a fall occurs during the inspection, it can easily lead to personnel injury and tools scattering. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the purpose of this application is to provide a multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for the inspection and maintenance of overhead transmission lines, in order to solve the problems of cumbersome tool handling process and lack of fall protection tools during inspection operations.

[0004] To achieve the above technical objectives, this application provides a multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for the inspection and maintenance of overhead transmission lines, comprising: an exoskeleton body, two walking devices, two support rods, two robotic arms, and a fall protection module.

[0005] The exoskeleton body is designed for wear by personnel, and the exoskeleton body is provided with a receiving cavity;

[0006] The two walking devices are respectively located on both sides below the main body of the exoskeleton, and are used to provide walking assistance to the person after the person wears them on their legs;

[0007] The two support rods are respectively disposed on both sides of the two walking devices and are connected to the walking devices at an adjustable angle;

[0008] The two robotic arms are respectively positioned on both sides above the main body of the exoskeleton, and a trimming module is connected to each robotic arm;

[0009] The fall protection module includes a connecting rope and a buckle;

[0010] The fastener has an opening that can be controlled to open and close, and is connected to the exoskeleton body via the connecting rope.

[0011] Furthermore, the support rod includes: a connecting column and a telescopic column;

[0012] The connecting column can be adjusted to connect to the walking device;

[0013] The telescopic column is telescopic and is fixedly connected to the connecting column.

[0014] Furthermore, the support rod also includes: a friction block;

[0015] The friction block is located at the end of the telescopic column away from the connecting column.

[0016] Furthermore, the fastener includes: a first fastening rod, a second fastening rod, a first locking rod, a second locking rod, and an operating rod;

[0017] The first and second latches form the opening;

[0018] The first locking lever is mounted on the first buckle, and the first locking lever is provided with a locking groove;

[0019] The operating lever is rotatably connected to the second latch;

[0020] One end of the second lever is rotatably connected to the operating lever, and the other end engages with the slot when the opening is closed;

[0021] The control lever is equipped with a rotatable lever;

[0022] The lever is used to push the second latch to release the second latch from the latch slot.

[0023] Furthermore, the lever is positioned below the second lever;

[0024] The lever has a protrusion at one end near the second latch;

[0025] The second lever has a protrusion on the side near the lever;

[0026] During the rotation of the lever, the protrusion contacts the lug and pushes the second lever.

[0027] Furthermore, one end of the first latch is located outside the first buckle, and the other end extends into the first buckle and is threadedly connected to the first buckle;

[0028] The slot is located at the other end of the first lever.

[0029] Furthermore, the first latch is provided with a groove for the other end of the second latch to slide.

[0030] Furthermore, a spring connects the first latch and the second latch.

[0031] Furthermore, the exoskeleton body is equipped with a lighting module.

[0032] Furthermore, a fan module is provided on the main body of the exoskeleton.

[0033] As can be seen from the above technical solution, this application provides a multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead power line inspection and maintenance, including: an exoskeleton body, two walking devices, two support rods, two robotic arms, and a fall protection module; the exoskeleton body is for personnel to wear, and the exoskeleton body is provided with a receiving cavity; the two walking devices are respectively disposed on both sides below the exoskeleton body, and are used to provide walking assistance to the personnel after the legs are worn; the two support rods are respectively disposed on both sides of the two walking devices, and are connected to the walking devices at an adjustable angle; the two robotic arms are respectively disposed on both sides above the exoskeleton body, and the robotic arms are connected to a trimming module; the fall protection module includes a connecting rope and a buckle; the buckle is provided with an opening that can be controlled to open and close, and is connected to the exoskeleton body through the connecting rope.

[0034] This solution integrates the walking device, trimming module, and fall protection module onto the exoskeleton body, making it adaptable to various working conditions and simplifying the tool preparation process for workers before inspections. At the same time, the support rods can reduce the risk of workers falling, thus effectively solving the problems of cumbersome tool preparation and lack of fall protection tools during inspection operations. Attached Figure Description

[0035] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0036] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of a multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for inspection and maintenance of overhead transmission lines provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0037] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the fastener closed state of a multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead power line inspection and maintenance provided in this application embodiment;

[0038] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the fastener-opening state of a multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead power line inspection and maintenance provided in an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0039] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this application. Based on the embodiments in this application specification, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection claimed in this application.

[0040] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments of this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the embodiments of this application. In addition, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0041] In the description of the embodiments of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a replaceable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0042] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The present application provides a multi-functional exoskeleton equipment for the inspection and maintenance of overhead transmission lines, including: an exoskeleton body 110, two walking devices 120, two support rods 130, two robotic arms 140 and a fall protection module 150.

[0043] The exoskeleton body 110 is for personnel to wear, and the exoskeleton body 110 is provided with a receiving cavity; wherein, the exoskeleton body 100 may integrate a backpack, and the receiving cavity is located in the backpack.

[0044] Two walking devices 120 are respectively located on both sides below the exoskeleton body 110, and are used to provide walking assistance to the person after being worn on the legs. The way the walking devices 120 provide walking assistance to the staff is existing technology and will not be described in detail in this solution.

[0045] Two support rods 130 are respectively located on both sides of the two walking devices 120 and are connected to the walking devices 120 at an adjustable angle. The adjustable angle connection of the support rods 130 to the walking devices 120 can be achieved, for example, by having a locking block on the rotating shaft between them. When the thrust on the support rod 130 exceeds the static friction of the locking block, the support rod 130 can rotate. This adjustable angle connection of the support rods 130 to the walking devices 120 can be achieved by increasing the static friction of the rotating shaft through multiple locking blocks. Alternatively, the adjustable angle connection of the support rods 130 to the walking devices 120 can be achieved, for example, by having an adjustable bolt between them. When the bolt is loosened, the support rod 130 can rotate; when the bolt is tightened, the support rod 130 cannot rotate.

[0046] Two robotic arms 140 are respectively set on both sides above the exoskeleton body 110, and the robotic arms 140 are connected to a pruning module, which makes it convenient for staff to prune branches during inspection.

[0047] The fall arrest module 150 includes a connecting rope and a buckle 151; the buckle 151 is provided with an opening 152 that can be controlled to open and close, and is connected to the exoskeleton body 110 through the connecting rope; the fall arrest module 150 is used to provide protection when climbing overhead power line towers.

[0048] Specifically, during actual inspections, staff need to carry tools such as wrenches, pliers, testing tools, and climbing equipment, as well as logistical support supplies such as first-aid kits, trekking poles, and dry rations. When conducting fieldwork, they also need to carry large equipment such as chainsaws and laser devices. In this embodiment, after wearing the exoskeleton, the integrated backpack, trimming module, and fall protection module on the exoskeleton can save staff time in organizing tools. At the same time, the walking device 120 can reduce the burden on staff during inspections, meeting the needs of increasingly diverse working conditions.

[0049] In a more specific embodiment, the support rod 130 includes: a connecting column 131 and a telescopic column 132; the connecting column 131 is angle-adjustable and connected to the walker 120; the telescopic column 132 is telescopically oriented and fixedly connected to the connecting column 131.

[0050] The telescopic column 132 can be extended to a suitable length and then fixed; the support rods 130 located on both sides of the two walking devices 120 can be used by staff as canes during the inspection process, and can also provide support for staff in case of accidental falls after maintaining the angle.

[0051] In practical applications, for example, when walking downhill, the two support rods 130 can be adjusted to a length greater than that of the walking device 120; when walking uphill, the two support rods 130 can be adjusted to a length less than that of the walking device 120. That is, by means of the telescopic and angle-adjustable support rods 130, it can adapt to various different road conditions and improve the safety of operation.

[0052] Furthermore, the support rod 130 also includes a friction block 132; the friction block 132 is disposed at the end of the telescopic column 132 away from the connecting column 131, and the friction block 132 can increase the friction at the bottom of the support rod 130.

[0053] In one embodiment, see Figure 2 and Figure 3 The fastener 151 includes: a first fastening rod 153, a second fastening rod 154, a first locking rod 155, a second locking rod 156, and an operating rod 157; the first fastening rod 153 and the second fastening rod 154 form an opening 152; the first locking rod 155 is disposed on the first fastening rod 153, and the first locking rod 155 is provided with a locking groove 158; the operating rod 157 is rotatably connected to the second fastening rod 154, and the operating rod 157 and the second fastening rod 154 are connected to each other by gear meshing so that their rotation directions are opposite; one end of the second locking rod 156 is rotatably connected to the operating rod 157, and the other end is engaged with the locking groove 158 when the opening 152 is closed; the operating rod 157 is provided with a rotatable lever 1571; the lever 1571 is used to push the second locking rod 156 to release the second locking rod 156 from the locking groove 158.

[0054] Specifically, a gear can be provided on the operating lever 157; a gear can be provided on the second latch 154; the operating lever 157 and the second latch 154 are meshed with each other through the gears, so that when one moves clockwise, the other will move counterclockwise.

[0055] When tower connectors such as foot spikes are needed, workers can hold the operating lever 157 and the first latching lever 153. After inserting the foot spike into the opening 152, gripping the operating lever 157 and the first latching lever 153 will cause the second locking lever 156 and the operating lever 157 to rotate towards each other. In this embodiment, when gripped, the operating lever 157 rotates clockwise and the second locking lever 156 rotates counterclockwise. Correspondingly, the operating lever 157 causes the second latching lever 154 to rotate counterclockwise, thereby reducing the size of the opening 152 until it is closed, while the second locking lever 156 rotates to engage in the locking slot 158.

[0056] When it is necessary to open the opening 152, the lever 1571 is moved so that the lever 1571 pushes open the second latch 156, causing the second latch 156 to rotate clockwise and push the operating lever 157 to rotate counterclockwise, which in turn drives the second latch 154 to rotate clockwise and open the opening 152.

[0057] In another embodiment, a ratchet 171 may be provided beside the gear at the connection position between the operating lever 157 and the second latch 154; the ratchet 171 is rotatably connected to the operating lever 157 and is connected to a compression spring. The ratchet 171 abuts against the gear to restrict the second latch 154 from rotating clockwise to open the opening 152. The lever 1571 is connected to an extension rod 172, which can push the ratchet 171 away from the gear during the rotation of the lever 1571, so that the second latch 154 can rotate clockwise at this time.

[0058] It should be noted that the appendices provided in this application Figure 3 The positions of the extension rod 172 and the ratchet 171 are only for demonstrating their function. In actual applications, in order to adapt to the actual component size of the fastener 151, the position and shape of the extension rod 172 and the ratchet 171 can be adjusted by the operator as needed, specifically so that when the lever 1571 rotates, it can push the ratchet 171 to release the rotation restriction on the gear.

[0059] In one embodiment, a spring 159 may be connected between the first latch 153 and the second latch 154. The spring 159 is used to apply an elastic force to the second latch 154 in the direction of narrowing of the opening 152.

[0060] Furthermore, the lever 1571 is located below the second latch 156; a protrusion 1572 is provided at one end of the lever 1571 near the second latch 156; a protrusion 1561 is provided on the side of the second latch 156 near the lever 1571; during the rotation of the lever 1571, the protrusion 1572 contacts the protrusion 1561 and pushes the second latch 156.

[0061] In a further improvement, one end of the first locking rod 155 is located outside the first latching rod 153, and the other end extends into the first latching rod 153 and is threadedly connected to the first latching rod 153; the locking groove 158 is provided at the other end of the first locking rod 155.

[0062] Rotating the first locking lever 155 can adjust the position of the locking slot 158 ​​within the first locking lever 153, ensuring that the second locking lever 156 can engage with the locking slot 158.

[0063] Furthermore, the first latch 153 is provided with a groove 1531 for sliding the other end of the second latch 156, which is used to guide the rotation of the second latch 156.

[0064] Furthermore, the exoskeleton body 110 is equipped with a lighting module to facilitate workers' operations in dimly lit areas.

[0065] Furthermore, a fan module 160 is provided on the exoskeleton body 110.

[0066] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the present invention. Although this application has been described in detail with reference to examples, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing examples or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. However, any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A multifunctional exoskeleton for the inspection and maintenance of overhead transmission lines, characterized in that, include: The exoskeleton consists of a main body (110), two walking devices (120), two support rods (130), two robotic arms (140), and a fall protection module (150). The exoskeleton body (110) is for personnel to wear, and the exoskeleton body (110) is provided with a receiving cavity; The two walking devices (120) are respectively located on both sides below the exoskeleton body (110) and are used to provide walking assistance to the person after the person wears them on their legs; The two support rods (130) are respectively disposed on both sides of the two walking devices (120) and are connected to the walking devices (120) at an adjustable angle. The two robotic arms (140) are respectively disposed on both sides above the exoskeleton body (110), and a trimming module is connected to the robotic arms (140); The fall arrest module (150) includes a connecting rope and a buckle (151). The fastener (151) is provided with an opening (152) that can be controlled to open and close, and is connected to the exoskeleton body (110) via the connecting rope. The fastener (151) includes: a first fastening rod (153), a second fastening rod (154), a first locking rod (155), a second locking rod (156), and an operating rod (157). The first latch (153) and the second latch (154) form the opening (152). The first locking rod (155) is disposed on the first latch rod (153), and the first locking rod (155) is provided with a locking groove (158). The operating lever (157) and the second latch (154) are connected by gear meshing so that their rotation directions are opposite. One end of the second lever (156) is rotatably connected to the operating lever (157), and the other end engages with the slot (158) when the opening (152) is closed; The operating lever (157) is provided with a rotatable lever (1571). The lever (1571) is used to push the second latch (156) to release the second latch (156) from the latch (158).

2. The multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead transmission line inspection and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support rod (130) includes: a connecting column (131) and a telescopic column (132); The connecting column (131) is angle-adjustable to connect to the walking device (120). The telescopic column (132) is telescopic and is fixedly connected to the connecting column (131).

3. The multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead transmission line inspection and maintenance according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support rod (130) further includes: a friction block; The friction block is located at the end of the telescopic column (132) away from the connecting column (131).

4. The multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead transmission line inspection and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lever (1571) is located below the second lever (156); The lever (1571) has a protrusion (1572) at one end near the second lever (156); The second lever (156) has a protrusion (1561) on the side near the lever (1571). During the rotation of the lever (1571), the protrusion (1572) contacts the protrusion (1561) and pushes the second lever (156).

5. The multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead transmission line inspection and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that, One end of the first latch (155) is located outside the first latch (153), and the other end extends into the first latch (153) and is threadedly connected to the first latch (153); The slot (158) is located at the other end of the first lever (155).

6. The multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead transmission line inspection and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first latch (153) is provided with a groove (1531) for the other end of the second latch (156) to slide.

7. The multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead transmission line inspection and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that, A spring (159) is connected between the first latch (153) and the second latch (154).

8. The multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead transmission line inspection and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that, The exoskeleton body (110) is equipped with a lighting module.

9. The multifunctional exoskeleton equipment for overhead transmission line inspection and maintenance according to claim 1, characterized in that, A fan module (160) is provided on the main body (110) of the exoskeleton.

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