A cleaning robotic arm for the optical path system in a CH4 flux device

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of cleaning equipment, and more particularly to a cleaning mechanical arm for an optical path system in a CH4 flux device. The technical scheme comprises a shell, an arc-shaped cover and a controller, the inner wall of the arc-shaped cover is provided with a first suction cup, the two sides of the arc-shaped cover are provided with a mounting piece, the surface of the mounting piece on one side of the arc-shaped cover is provided with a first motor, the bottom of the first motor is provided with an electric push rod, the bottom of the electric push rod is provided with a second motor through a first adjusting piece, the bottom of the first adjusting piece is provided with a fourth motor through a connecting rod, and the bottom of the fourth motor is provided with a cleaning brush through a first rotating rod. After cleaning is completed, the fourth motor stops running, the cleaning mechanism is reset through the cooperation of the second motor, the first motor and the electric push rod, which does not affect the normal operation of the equipment, and the equipment mirror surface is kept clean at all times, and the use process is optimized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of cleaning equipment technology, specifically to a cleaning robotic arm for the optical path system in a CH4 flux equipment. Background Technology

[0002] CH4 refers to methane, an organic compound. As a greenhouse gas, methane is often monitored as a carbon source in coastal wetland ecosystems. Commonly used CH4 monitoring flux devices include the LI-7700, which is a component of an eddy covariance system used to determine the concentration of methane gas in the atmosphere. It features fast measurement speed, high accuracy, and an open optical path. Under ambient pressure and temperature conditions, it uses wavelength modulation spectroscopy to determine the concentration of methane gas. After the device has been operating for a period of time, the mirrors of the optical path system are prone to dust, bird droppings, and other dirt. To avoid these dirt from affecting the operation of the device, a cleaning device is needed to clean the mirrors. Therefore, we propose a robotic arm for cleaning the optical path system of CH4 flux devices.

[0003] In the process of realizing this invention, the inventors discovered that at least the following problems exist in the prior art that have not been solved:

[0004] 1. Existing cleaning equipment cannot meet the needs of long-term cleaning, and the cleaning effect is not good;

[0005] 2. Most existing cleaning robotic arms require manual control of the cleaning time before the cleaning mechanism can be controlled to perform the cleaning work. This method is relatively complicated and cumbersome. In addition, most cleaning robotic arms are large in size, which can easily affect the normal operation of the equipment when cleaning is not being performed, making them inconvenient to use.

[0006] 3. Most existing cleaning robotic arms are installed using bolt connections. This installation method is cumbersome, can easily damage the equipment, and is inconvenient for staff to disassemble and maintain, making it difficult to use.

[0007] 4. Most existing cleaning robotic arms do not have protective mechanisms, making it difficult to protect the equipment and its mirrors in severe weather. This makes the equipment and its mirrors prone to malfunction or wear due to severe weather. Summary of the Invention

[0008] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as: existing cleaning robotic arms are not convenient for workers to perform automatic cleaning; most of them use bolted connections for installation, which can easily damage the equipment and make it inconvenient for workers to disassemble and maintain it; and most of them do not have protective mechanisms, which makes the equipment and its mirror surface prone to malfunction or wear due to severe weather.

[0009] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a cleaning robotic arm for the optical path system in a CH4 flux device, comprising a housing, an arc-shaped cover, and a controller. The arc-shaped cover is installed at the bottom of the housing. A first suction cup is provided on the inner wall of the arc-shaped cover. Mounting components are installed on both sides of the arc-shaped cover. A first motor is installed on the surface of the mounting component on one side of the arc-shaped cover. An electric push rod is installed at the bottom of the mounting component at the bottom of the first motor. A second motor is installed at the bottom of the electric push rod via a first adjusting component. A fourth motor is installed at the bottom of the first adjusting component via a connecting rod. A cleaning brush is installed at the bottom of the fourth motor via a first rotating rod.

[0010] Preferably, each of the mounting components has a threaded rod installed inside, a limit bolt is installed around the threaded rod on the outside of the mounting component, and a second suction cup is provided on the inner side of the threaded rod inside the arc-shaped cover.

[0011] Preferably, a second adjusting component is installed at the bottom of the mounting component on the other side of the arc-shaped cover, a third motor is fixedly installed on the surface of the second adjusting component, a second rotating rod is installed between the second adjusting component at the other end of the third motor, a protective plate is installed at the bottom of the second rotating rod, and a protective cotton is provided on one side of the protective plate.

[0012] Preferably, a controller is fixedly installed inside the housing, and a rain and snow sensor and a wind speed meter are fixedly installed on both sides of the top of the housing, respectively.

[0013] Preferably, handles are fixedly installed on both sides of the housing, and rubber sleeves are provided around the handles.

[0014] Preferably, a nameplate is fixedly mounted on the surface of the housing, and the nameplate is fixedly connected to the housing by bolts.

[0015] Preferably, a remote transmission module is fixedly installed inside the housing, and a wire connects the remote transmission module to the controller.

[0016] Preferably, the arc-shaped cover has an arc-shaped cavity inside, and the outer periphery of the arc-shaped cover is coated with a waterproof coating.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0018] 1. This invention features a second motor mounted on the bottom of an electric push rod via a first adjusting member, a fourth motor mounted on the bottom of the first adjusting member via a connecting rod, and a cleaning brush mounted on the bottom of the fourth motor via a first rotating rod. During operation, the controller periodically starts the first motor, electric push rod, second motor, and fourth motor. When the first motor is energized, it drives the electric push rod to rotate inwards, which in turn rotates the first adjusting member and the cleaning brush inwards, adjusting their rotation. Immediately afterward, the second motor is energized, which, via the connecting rod, drives the fourth motor, rotating rod, and cleaning brush to rotate and adjust their rotation. The cleaning brush is adjusted and placed against the mirror surface of the device. At this time, the fourth motor starts, driving the first rotating rod to rotate. The rotation of the first rotating rod drives the cleaning brush to rotate. The electric push rod is powered on, causing the cleaning brush to extend and retract. The rotating cleaning brush rubs against the mirror surface of the device to complete the cleaning work, preventing dust and dirt on the mirror surface from affecting the normal use of the device. After cleaning is completed, the fourth motor stops running. The second motor, the first motor, and the electric push rod work together to reset the cleaning mechanism, which will not affect the normal operation of the device. It will not run again until the next cleaning period, keeping the mirror surface of the device clean and optimizing the usage process.

[0019] 2. This invention features threaded rods installed inside the mounting components, with limit bolts installed around the threaded rods on the outer side of the mounting components. A second suction cup is located on the inner side of the threaded rods inside the arc-shaped cover. The arc-shaped cavity design of the arc-shaped cover facilitates easy installation of the cover onto the equipment. After installation, pressing the arc-shaped cover compresses the first suction cup, adhering it to the equipment and increasing the stability of the connection. The operator then adjusts the position of the second suction cup by rotating the threaded rod, ensuring it adheres tightly to the equipment. Finally, the operator secures the threaded rod by installing and tightening the limit bolts, further enhancing the stability of the threaded rod and the second suction cup, thus completing the installation. For subsequent disassembly, simply loosen the limit bolts and pull the arc-shaped cover by the handle to separate the first and second suction cups from the equipment. This streamlined installation and disassembly process optimizes usability.

[0020] 3. This invention features rain and snow sensors and an anemometers fixedly installed on both sides of the top of the housing. A protective plate is installed at the bottom of the second rotating rod, and protective cotton is provided on one side of the protective plate. During use, the rain and snow sensors can detect rain and snow, and the anemometer can detect wind speed. Operators can customize the settings. When the rain and snow sensors and anemometer detect rain, snow, or strong winds, the controller starts the third motor. After the third motor is powered on, it drives the second rotating rod to rotate. The rotation of the second rotating rod drives the protective plate to rotate and adjust. The protective cotton follows the adjustment of the protective plate. The third motor and the second rotating rod adjust the protective cotton to fit tightly against the mirror surface of the equipment. At this time, the protective plate, protective cotton, and arc-shaped cover work together to intercept and protect the mirror surface of the equipment, preventing damage or wear to the equipment or the mirror surface due to severe weather. When the weather returns to normal, the controller controls the third motor to run again to reset the protective plate and protective cotton, and the equipment can continue to operate normally, thereby increasing the protective effect of the device and optimizing the usage process. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a side view of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 This is the front view of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a partial structural diagram of the cleaning brush of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a partial structural diagram of the protective plate of the present invention.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Housing; 101. Arc-shaped cover; 102. First suction cup; 103. Rain and snow sensor; 104. Anemometer; 105. Controller; 106. Handle; 107. Remote transmission module; 2. Mounting component; 201. Threaded rod; 202. Second suction cup; 203. Limit bolt; 3. First motor; 301. Electric push rod; 302. First adjusting component; 303. Second motor; 304. Connecting rod; 305. Fourth motor; 306. First rotating rod; 307. Cleaning brush; 4. Second adjusting component; 401. Third motor; 402. Protective plate; 403. Protective cotton; 404. Second rotating rod; 5. Nameplate. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0029] Example 1

[0030] like Figures 1-6 As shown, the present invention proposes a cleaning robotic arm for the optical path system in a CH4 flux device, comprising a housing 1, an arc-shaped cover 101, and a controller 105. The arc-shaped cover 101 is mounted on the bottom of the housing 1, and an arc-shaped cavity is provided inside the arc-shaped cover 101. The outer periphery of the arc-shaped cover 101 is coated with a waterproof coating. First suction cups 102 are provided on the inner walls of the arc-shaped cover 101. Mounting members 2 are mounted on both sides of the arc-shaped cover 101, and threaded rods 201 are installed inside each mounting member 2. Limiting bolts 203 are installed around the outer periphery of the threaded rods 201 on the outer side of the mounting member 2. Second suction cups 202 are provided on the inner side of the threaded rods 201 inside the arc-shaped cover 101. A first motor 3 is mounted on the surface of the mounting member 2 on one side of the arc-shaped cover 101, and an electric push rod 301 is mounted on the bottom of the mounting member 2 at the bottom of the first motor 3. The bottom of the electric push rod 301 is equipped with a second motor 303 via a first adjusting member 302. The bottom of the first adjusting member 302 is equipped with a fourth motor 305 via a connecting rod 304. The bottom of the fourth motor 305 is equipped with a cleaning brush 307 via a first rotating rod 306. The bottom of the mounting member 2 on the other side of the arc-shaped cover 101 is equipped with a second adjusting member 4. The surface of the second adjusting member 4 is fixedly mounted with a third motor 401. The second rotating rod 404 is installed between the second adjusting members 4 at the other end of the third motor 401. The bottom of the second rotating rod 404 is equipped with a protective plate 402. The surface of one side of the protective plate 402 is provided with protective cotton 403. The inside of the housing 1 is fixedly equipped with a controller 105. The top two sides of the housing 1 are fixedly equipped with a rain and snow sensor 103 and a wind speed meter 104, respectively.

[0031] It should be noted that the arc-shaped cavity design of the arc-shaped cover 101 facilitates the installation of the arc-shaped cover 101 on the periphery of the equipment. After installation, the operator presses the arc-shaped cover 101, which compresses the first suction cup 102, thereby adhering the first suction cup 102 to the periphery of the equipment, increasing the stability of the connection between the arc-shaped cover 101 and the equipment. Next, the operator adjusts the position of the second suction cup 202 by rotating the threaded rod 201, ensuring it is flush against the equipment. Finally, the operator secures the threaded rod 201 by installing and tightening the limiting bolt 203, further securing the threaded rod 201 and the second suction cup 202. The stability of the arc-shaped cover 101 is improved, increasing the stability of the connection between the arc-shaped cover 101 and the equipment, thus completing the installation work. When the staff needs to disassemble the equipment later, they only need to loosen the limit bolt 203, and then pull the arc-shaped cover 101 with the handle 106 to separate the first suction cup 102 and the second suction cup 202 from the equipment to complete the disassembly work. This facilitates the disassembly and assembly work and optimizes the usage process. During the use of the equipment, the controller 105 periodically controls the first motor 3, the electric push rod 301, the second motor 303 and the fourth motor 305 to start. After the first motor 3 is powered on, it drives the electric push rod 301 to rotate inward. The inward rotation of the electric push rod 301 drives the first adjusting part 302 and the cleaning brush 307 to rotate inward, thus disassembling the electric... The push rod 301, the first adjusting member 302, and the cleaning brush 307 are rotated inward by 90 degrees. Immediately after the second motor 303 is energized, it drives the fourth motor 305, the first rotating rod 306, and the cleaning brush 307 to rotate and adjust via the connecting rod 304, bringing the cleaning brush 307 into contact with the mirror surface of the equipment. At this time, the fourth motor 305 starts, driving the first rotating rod 306 to rotate. The rotation of the first rotating rod 306 drives the cleaning brush 307 to rotate. The electric push rod 301, when energized, drives the cleaning brush 307 to extend and retract. The rotating cleaning brush 307 rubs the mirror surface of the equipment to complete the cleaning work, preventing dust and dirt on the mirror surface from affecting the normal use of the equipment. After cleaning is completed, the fourth motor 305... 5. Operation is stopped. The cleaning mechanism is reset through the cooperation of the second motor 303, the first motor 3, and the electric push rod 301, without affecting the normal operation of the equipment. This optimizes the usage process. During use, the rain and snow sensor 103 detects rain and snow, and the anemometer 104 detects wind speed. Operators can customize settings. When the rain and snow sensor 103 and the anemometer 104 detect rain, snow, or strong winds, the controller 105 controls the third motor 401 to start. After the third motor 401 is powered on, it drives the second rotating rod 404 to rotate. The rotation of the second rotating rod 404 drives the protective plate 402 to rotate and adjust. The protective cotton 403 adjusts accordingly with the rotation of the protective plate 402.The protective cotton 403 is adjusted to fit snugly against the equipment's mirror surface via the third motor 401 and the second rotating rod 404. At this point, the cooperation of the protective plate 402, the protective cotton 403, and the arc-shaped cover 101 effectively protects the equipment's mirror surface, preventing damage or wear caused by severe weather. When the weather returns to normal, the controller 105 activates the third motor 401 again to reset the protective plate 402 and the protective cotton 403, allowing the equipment to resume normal operation. This enhances the protective effect of the device and optimizes its use.

[0032] Example 2

[0033] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the present invention proposes a cleaning robotic arm for the optical path system in a CH4 flux device. Compared with Embodiment 1, this embodiment further includes: handles 106 are fixedly installed on both sides of the housing 1, and rubber sleeves are provided around the handles 106; a nameplate 5 is fixedly installed on the surface of the housing 1, and the nameplate 5 is fixedly connected to the housing 1 by bolts; a remote transmission module 107 is fixedly installed inside the housing 1, and a wire is connected between the remote transmission module 107 and the controller 105.

[0034] In this embodiment, the handle 106 is designed to facilitate disassembly and assembly by the operator. The rubber sleeve increases the friction between the handle 106 and the operator's palm, preventing slippage. The markings on the nameplate 5 allow the operator to easily check the device's model and specifications. The nameplate 5 can be mounted on the housing 1 with bolts, increasing its stability. The remote transmission module 107 is connected to the controller 105 via wires, allowing the operator to remotely set or control the controller 105.

[0035] Working principle: The operator installs the arc-shaped cover 101 around the equipment. After installation, the operator presses the arc-shaped cover 101, which compresses the first suction cup 102, thus adhering it to the equipment and increasing the stability of the connection between the arc-shaped cover 101 and the equipment. Next, the operator adjusts the position of the second suction cup 202 by rotating the threaded rod 201, ensuring it is flush against the equipment. Finally, the operator installs and tightens the limiting bolt 203 to secure the threaded rod 201, increasing the stability of both the threaded rod 201 and the second suction cup 202, and further enhancing the connection between the arc-shaped cover 101 and the equipment. To ensure the stability of the connection and complete the installation, when the staff needs to disassemble the equipment, simply loosen the limit bolt 203, then pull the arc-shaped cover 101 with the handle 106 to separate the first suction cup 102 and the second suction cup 202 from the equipment. During the use of the equipment, the controller 105 periodically controls the first motor 3, the electric push rod 301, the second motor 303, and the fourth motor 305 to start. After the first motor 3 is powered on, it drives the electric push rod 301 to rotate inward. The inward rotation of the electric push rod 301 drives the first adjusting component 302 and the cleaning brush 307 to rotate inward. After the electric push rod 301, the first adjusting component 302, and the cleaning brush 307 are rotated inward by 90 degrees, the second motor... After power is applied to motor 303, the connecting rod 304 drives the fourth motor 305, the first rotating rod 306, and the cleaning brush 307 to rotate and adjust. The cleaning brush 307 is then positioned against the mirror surface of the device. At this point, the fourth motor 305 starts, driving the first rotating rod 306 to rotate. This rotation of the first rotating rod 306, in turn, drives the cleaning brush 307 to rotate. Powering the electric push rod 301 causes the cleaning brush 307 to extend and retract. The rotating cleaning brush 307 rubs against the mirror surface of the device to complete the cleaning process. After cleaning, the fourth motor 305 stops. The cleaning mechanism is reset through the cooperation of the second motor 303, the first motor 306, and the electric push rod 301. During use, the rain and snow sensor 103 can detect... During rain and snow, wind speed is measured using an anemometer 104, which can be customized by staff. When the rain / snow sensor 103 and the anemometer 104 detect rain, snow, or strong winds, the controller 105 activates the third motor 401. The third motor 401, once powered on, rotates the second rotating rod 404, which in turn rotates the protective plate 402. This rotation, in turn, adjusts the protective cotton 403, ensuring it adheres tightly to the equipment's mirror surface. The combination of the protective plate 402, the protective cotton 403, and the curved cover 101 effectively protects the equipment's mirror surface.To prevent damage or wear to the equipment or its mirror surface due to severe weather, when the weather returns to normal, the controller 105 controls the third motor 401 to run again, resetting the protective plate 402 and protective cotton 403, allowing the equipment to continue operating normally.

[0036] The above specific embodiments are merely several preferred embodiments of the present invention. Based on the technical solutions of the present invention and the relevant teachings of the above embodiments, those skilled in the art can make various alternative improvements and combinations to the above specific embodiments.

Claims

1. A cleaning robotic arm for the optical path system in a CH4 flux device, comprising a housing (1), an arc-shaped cover (101), and a controller (105), characterized in that: The bottom of the housing (1) is equipped with an arc-shaped cover (101), and the inner wall of the arc-shaped cover (101) is provided with a first suction cup (102). The two sides of the arc-shaped cover (101) are equipped with mounting parts (2). The surface of the mounting part (2) on one side of the arc-shaped cover (101) is equipped with a first motor (3). The bottom of the mounting part (2) at the bottom of the first motor (3) is equipped with an electric push rod (301). The bottom of the electric push rod (301) is equipped with a second motor (303) through a first adjusting part (302). The bottom of the first adjusting part (302) is equipped with a fourth motor (305) through a connecting rod (304). The bottom of the fourth motor (305) is equipped with a cleaning brush (307) through a first rotating rod (306). The mounting component (2) is equipped with a threaded rod (201) inside. The threaded rod (201) on the outside of the mounting component (2) is equipped with a limit bolt (203), and the threaded rod (201) inside the arc-shaped cover (101) is equipped with a second suction cup (202). A second adjusting component (4) is installed at the bottom of the mounting component (2) on the other side of the arc-shaped cover (101). A third motor (401) is fixedly installed on the surface of the second adjusting component (4). A second rotating rod (404) is installed between the second adjusting components (4) at the other end of the third motor (401). A protective plate (402) is installed at the bottom of the second rotating rod (404), and a protective cotton (403) is provided on one side of the protective plate (402). The controller (105) is fixedly installed inside the housing (1), and a rain and snow sensor (103) and a wind speed meter (104) are fixedly installed on both sides of the top of the housing (1).

2. The cleaning robotic arm for the optical path system in a CH4 flux device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Handles (106) are fixedly installed on both sides of the housing (1), and rubber sleeves are provided around the handles (106).

3. A cleaning robotic arm for the optical path system in a CH4 flux device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A nameplate (5) is fixedly installed on the surface of the housing (1), and the nameplate (5) is fixedly connected to the housing (1) by bolts.

4. A cleaning robotic arm for the optical path system in a CH4 flux device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The housing (1) is fixedly installed with a remote transmission module (107), and a wire is connected between the remote transmission module (107) and the controller (105).

5. A cleaning robotic arm for the optical path system in a CH4 flux device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The arc-shaped cover (101) has an arc-shaped cavity inside, and the outer periphery of the arc-shaped cover (101) is coated with a waterproof coating.

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