An underwater signal transmission assembly and underwater detection robot

Abstract

The application discloses an underwater signal transmission assembly and an underwater detection robot, which comprises the underwater signal transmission assembly and the underwater detection robot. The underwater signal transmission assembly comprises a signal transmission assembly main body, a wireless transmission assembly and a wired transmission assembly. The signal transmission assembly main body comprises a first shell and a placing rack. The placing rack is in sliding connection with the first shell. The number of the wireless transmission assemblies is plural. The plural wireless transmission assemblies are placed on the placing rack and are used for underwater signal transmission relay. The wired transmission assembly comprises a second shell and a third shell. The second shell and the third shell are arranged on the two sides of the signal transmission assembly main body respectively. First winding assemblies are arranged in the second shell and the third shell. Signal transmission lines are wound on the first winding assemblies. The signal transmission line in the second shell is connected with a ship. The signal transmission line in the third shell is connected with a wireless transmission assembly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of underwater information interaction technology, specifically relating to an underwater signal transmission component and an underwater detection robot. Background Technology

[0002] Underwater exploration robots are robots used for extreme underwater exploration operations. Due to the harsh and dangerous underwater environment, such as the ocean and deep sea, the diving depth of humans is limited, which restricts the depth at which humans can explore underwater. Underwater exploration robots can extend the depth of human exploration of oceans and other water bodies, and have become an important tool for ocean development.

[0003] Generally, underwater exploration robots use either wired or wireless communication. Wired communication involves connecting a data transmission line to the underwater robot, transmitting the data it collects to a ship on the surface. Wired communication can also be achieved by pre-laying cables or fiber optic cables underwater, allowing the underwater robot to transmit information to the cable or cable, where it is received by the receiving equipment on the ship. The advantages of wired communication are high transmission speed and stable, reliable operation.

[0004] However, the disadvantages are also obvious. Pre-laying cables or fiber optic cables is necessary, which is not only costly but also difficult due to the complex underwater environment. If the underwater exploration robot is connected via a data transmission line, the required line length increases with depth, and marine life such as fish and shrimp can damage the line, causing it to break and resulting in a loss of signal connection between the robot and surface vessels, leading to economic losses. Furthermore, seawater is generally flowing; as the robot dives deeper, the data transmission line is prone to swaying with the current, affecting the robot's descent and potentially disrupting its path, thus reducing its detection efficiency.

[0005] The advantages of wireless communication are that it does not require laying cables or fiber optic cables, resulting in lower costs, and it can function normally even in complex underwater terrain. However, the disadvantages of wireless communication are its limited range and its susceptibility to underwater environmental factors such as underwater noise and currents, which can all affect the transmission of wireless signals.

[0006] The information disclosed in this background section is intended only to enhance the understanding of the overall background of the invention and should not be construed as an admission or in any way implying that the information constitutes prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide an underwater signal transmission component and an underwater detection robot, which can transmit signals over long distances, ensure the stability of signal transmission, and prevent information loss during transmission. Compared with wired transmission, it avoids the problem of data transmission lines swaying with the direction of water flow, which can affect the underwater detection robot's descent and disrupt its descent route, thereby improving the detection efficiency of the underwater detection robot. At the same time, it can significantly reduce costs, operate normally in complex seabed environments, and avoid the disadvantages of unstable and limited-range wireless communication.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, a specific embodiment of the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0009] An underwater signal transmission component includes a signal transmission component body, a wireless transmission component, and a wired transmission component. The signal transmission component body includes a first housing and a mounting frame, with the mounting frame slidably connected to the first housing. Multiple wireless transmission components are placed on the mounting frame and used for underwater signal transmission relay. The wired transmission component includes a second housing and a third housing, which are respectively located on opposite sides of the signal transmission component body. A first winding assembly is located inside both the second and third housings, with a signal transmission line wound on the first winding assembly. The signal transmission line located in the second housing is connected to a vessel, and the signal transmission line located in the third housing is connected to one of the wireless transmission components.

[0010] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the wireless transmission component includes a wireless transmission main body and a second driving component. The second driving component is disposed at both ends of the wireless transmission main body and is used to control the position of the wireless transmission main body in the water. The wireless transmission main body is internally provided with a second control module, a first signal transmission station, and a first storage module. The second control module, the first signal transmission station, and the first storage module are all disposed inside the wireless transmission main body. The second control module is used to control the wireless transmission main body and the second driving component. By detecting the strength of the signal received by the first signal transmission station, the second driving component is controlled to change the position of the wireless transmission main body to increase the strength of the signal transmitted by the first signal transmission station. The first storage module is used to store the information transmitted by the first signal transmission station.

[0011] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the wireless transmission component includes an elastic bladder and a water pump. The water pump is disposed inside the wireless transmission body. The lower end of the wireless transmission body has a plurality of water inlet holes. The lower end surface of the water inlet holes has a plurality of water inlet holes that match the water pump. The elastic bladder and the water pump are connected. The water pump can pump water into the elastic bladder through the water inlet holes to increase the weight of the wireless transmission component.

[0012] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, a connecting rod is provided between the second housing and the third housing, and a connecting data line connecting the two sets of signal transmission lines is provided inside the connecting rod.

[0013] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, an airbag is provided on the lower end face of the main body of the signal transmission component, the airbag enabling the main body of the signal transmission component to float on the sea surface, and a first driving component is provided on multiple side walls of the main body of the signal transmission component, the first driving component being used to control the position of the main body of the signal transmission component on the sea surface.

[0014] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the placement rack is provided with a plurality of placement surfaces, the placement surfaces are provided with a plurality of drainage outlets, and the wireless transmission component is placed on the placement surfaces.

[0015] An underwater exploration robot includes a main body, gripping arms, and a signal transmission chamber. The gripping arms are arranged at the front end of the main body and are used for obstacle clearance during exploration. The signal transmission chamber is installed on the upper part of the main body and is used to fix the robot underwater in a specific location. The signal transmission chamber includes a fourth housing, within which a second winding assembly is installed. A fixing tube is wound onto the second winding assembly. One end of the fourth housing is equipped with an output motor for conveying the fixing tube and a high-frequency vibration motor for causing the fixing tube to vibrate at high frequency. The fixing tube is composed of multiple signal transmission components. Each signal transmission component includes a signal transmission body, inside which a second signal transmission station, a second storage module, and a power supply module are installed. The second signal transmission station is used for underwater signal relay, the second storage module is used for temporarily storing information transmitted by the second signal transmission station, and the power supply module is used to power the electronic components within the signal transmission components.

[0016] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the underwater exploration robot body is provided with a multi-angle imaging system. The multi-angle imaging system is used to capture images around the underwater exploration robot body from multiple angles, and after correction and stitching, form a 360° panoramic view. The multi-angle imaging system includes a first vision component and multiple second vision components. The first vision component is used to capture images in front of the underwater exploration robot body, and the second vision components are used to detect images in other directions besides the front image.

[0017] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the front end of the signal transmission body is provided with a conical head, and the rear end of the signal transmission body is provided with a conical groove that matches the conical head. Adjacent signal transmission components are connected through the conical head and the conical groove, and the adjacent signal transmission components are magnetically attracted to each other.

[0018] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, a plurality of connecting pieces are rotatably connected to the side wall of the signal transmission body. The connecting pieces rotate outward after the signal transmission component is inserted into the object to fix the signal transmission component.

[0019] Compared with existing technologies, the underwater signal transmission component and underwater exploration robot of the present invention can perform long-distance signal transmission, ensuring the stability of signal transmission and preventing information loss during transmission. Compared with wired transmission, it can avoid the data transmission line from swaying with the direction of water flow, which can affect the underwater exploration robot's descent and disrupt its descent route, thereby improving the detection efficiency of the underwater exploration robot. At the same time, it can significantly reduce costs, operate normally in complex seabed environments, and avoid the disadvantages of unstable and limited distance wireless communication. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention 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 recorded in the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an underwater signal transmission component according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an underwater signal transmission component according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0023] Figure 3This is a cross-sectional view of an underwater signal transmission component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of an underwater signal transmission component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a front view of an underwater signal transmission component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless transmission component in one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of a wireless transmission component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a wireless transmission component in one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0029] Figure 9 This is a usage state diagram of the wireless transmission component in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an underwater exploration robot according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0031] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an underwater exploration robot according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0032] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an underwater exploration robot according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 3 ;

[0033] Figure 13 This is a cross-sectional view of an underwater exploration robot according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 14 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a signal transmission device in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 15 This is a cross-sectional view of a signal transmission component according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 16 This is a usage state diagram of the signal transmission device in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 17 This is a usage diagram of the underwater signal transmission component and the underwater detection robot in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0038] Figure 18This is a schematic diagram of the signal transmission between the underwater signal transmission component and the underwater exploration robot in one embodiment of the present invention.

[0039] Explanation of key figure labels:

[0040] 1. Signal transmission component main body; 101. First housing; 1011. Airbag; 102. Placement rack; 103. Placement platform; 104. Driving device; 1031. Water outlet; 2. First control module; 3. First driving component; 4. Wired transmission component; 401. Second housing; 402. Third housing; 403. Connecting rod; 404. Signal transmission line; 405. First winding component; 5. Wireless transmission component; 501. Wireless transmission main body; 5011. Water inlet; 502. Second driving component; 503. Elastic bladder; 504. Water pump; 505. Second control module; 506. First signal transmission station; 507. 1. First storage module; 6. Underwater exploration robot body; 7. Grasping arm; 701. First connecting arm; 702. Second connecting arm; 703. Grasping clamp; 8. First vision component; 9. Second vision component; 10. Signal transmission chamber; 1001. Fourth shell; 1002. Output motor; 1003. High-frequency vibration motor; 1004. Connecting pipe; 1005. Second winding component; 11. Signal transmission component; 1101. Mounting structure; 11011. Conical head; 11012. Conical groove; 1102. Connecting piece; 1103. Second signal transmission station; 1104. Second storage module; 1105. Power supply module. Detailed Implementation

[0041] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions of this invention, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0042] An underwater signal transmission component and an underwater detection robot are disclosed in one embodiment of the present invention. The underwater signal transmission component is used to transmit signals underwater, while the underwater detection robot is used to perform underwater detection. The detected information is transmitted to a ship on the sea surface through the underwater signal transmission component.

[0043] Specifically, such as Figures 1-9As shown, the underwater signal transmission component includes a wireless transmission component 5 and a signal transmission component body 1. The signal transmission component body 1 includes a first housing 101 and a placement rack 102. The first housing 101 has an opening, and the placement rack 102 matches the opening. A driving device 104 for driving the placement rack 102 is provided on the side wall of the opening, allowing the placement rack 102 to slide up and down via the driving device 104. Multiple placement platforms 103 are provided on the placement rack 102. The placement platforms 103 are used to place the wireless transmission component 5, which is used for wireless signal transmission. Long-distance wireless signal transmission can be achieved through multiple wireless transmission components 5.

[0044] The underwater signal transmission component includes a first control module 2, which is installed on the main body 1 of the signal transmission component and is used to control the main body 1. It also transmits information such as coordinates and wind speed back to the ship.

[0045] The placement platform 103 is provided with multiple drain outlets 1031. By setting the drain outlets 1031, the resistance generated by the water during the process of the drive device 104 driving the drain outlets 1031 downward can be reduced, thereby reducing the energy consumption used by the drive device 104 to drive the placement platform 103.

[0046] like Figures 1-5 As shown, the underwater signal transmission component also includes a wired transmission component 4, which can be used in shallow water. The diving depth of the underwater exploration robot is approximately equal to the depth of the signal transmission line 404. For exploration operations at shallow depths, this component improves the speed and stability of signal transmission, and largely avoids data loss due to signal instability in shallow exploration operations.

[0047] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, the wired transmission component 4 includes a second housing 401 and a third housing 402. Both the second housing 401 and the third housing 402 are equipped with a first winding assembly 405, on which a signal transmission line 404 is wound. The signal transmission lines 404 in the second housing 401 and the third housing 402 are connected via a data cable. The signal transmission line 404 in the second housing 401 is used to connect to the ship, while one end of the signal transmission line 404 in the third housing 402 is used to connect to a signal receiver, the wireless transmission component 5, or directly to an underwater exploration robot for signal reception. After the signal receiver receives the signal, the signal is transmitted through the signal transmission line 404 in the third housing 402 to the signal transmission line 404 in the second housing 401, and then to the ship for display. By using two sets of signal transmission lines 404, the transmission distance of the wired transmission component 4 can be increased.

[0048] like Figures 1-5As shown, a connecting rod 403 is provided between the second housing 401 and the third housing 402. The connecting data cable is located inside the connecting rod 403. The connecting rod 403 can be used as a handle to facilitate lifting the wired transmission component 4. It also protects the connecting data cable to ensure that it is not damaged during use, thus preventing signal transmission failure.

[0049] Specifically, when the ship is stationary, the wired transmission component 4 moves outward with the signal transmission line 404 in the second housing 401 as the maximum radius, and the signal transmission line 404 in the third housing 402 is the maximum depth at which the underwater exploration robot dives.

[0050] like Figures 1-5 As shown, multiple first driving components 3 are disposed on the outer wall of the first housing 101, and an airbag 1011 is disposed on the bottom wall of the first housing 101. The airbag 1011 enables the signal transmission component body 1 to float on the water surface. The underwater signal transmission component operates while floating on the water surface, reducing the cost associated with enhancing its sealing and waterproofing during underwater signal production. The multiple first driving components 3 are used to change the position of the signal transmission component body 1 on the water surface and also ensure that the first driving components 3 are always located in the same position on the water surface.

[0051] When the underwater robot is connected to the wired transmission component 4, both are initially positioned on the water surface. The underwater robot is propelled towards the target location by the wired transmission component 4, reducing energy consumption during its surface movement. Upon reaching the target location, the underwater robot dives. During this dive, the first winding component 405 in the third housing 402 unwinds the signal transmission line 404 until it is completely unwound. At this point, the underwater robot is pulled by the signal transmission line 404 and cannot continue diving. During dives or underwater activities, the underwater robot can transmit detected information to the ship in real time via the signal transmission line 404. During its ascent, the underwater exploration robot can utilize the tension generated by the first winding component 405 rewinding the signal transmission line 404, or it can ascend autonomously. Autonomous ascent reduces the pressure on the first winding component 405 and also increases the robot's ascent speed. The specific return method will depend on the robot's battery level.

[0052] In use, multiple wireless transmission components 5 relay signals to achieve long-distance wireless signal transmission. This is especially important in deep-sea wireless transmission, where tiny particles and bubbles can interfere with signal transmission, causing attenuation or scattering and affecting signal stability. By using multiple wireless transmission components 5, signal relay can be achieved, ensuring stability and extending the wireless signal transmission distance underwater.

[0053] like Figures 6-8 As shown, the wireless transmission component 5 includes a wireless transmission main body 501 and multiple second driving components 502. The multiple second driving components 502 are used to adjust the position of the wireless transmission main body 501. The wireless transmission main body 501 internally houses a second control module 505 and a first signal transmission station 506. The first signal transmission station 506 is used to receive and transmit signals. It receives signals transmitted from adjacent first signal transmission stations 506 and relays the received signals to the other first signal transmission station 506 in a relay manner to ensure signal transmission stability and enable long-distance signal transmission on the seabed. The second control module 505 controls the wireless transmission main body 501 and the second driving components 502, and can detect the current position and the current signal strength, driving the second driving components 502 to change the position of the wireless transmission main body 501 and the distance between the first signal transmission stations 506, thereby enhancing the signal transmission strength and stability of the first signal transmission stations 506.

[0054] like Figure 7 As shown, the wireless transmission main body 501 is also equipped with a first storage module 507. Since the wireless transmission component 5 may lose data due to signal interruption during transmission, by setting the first storage module 507, the memory can be cleared after the information transmission is completed, so as to ensure that the information is not lost during transmission.

[0055] Specifically, the first signal transmission station 506 can automatically detect the strength of the signal transmission and whether the transmission is interrupted. During the first signal transmission, the underwater exploration robot transmits information to the first wireless transmission component 5. The first signal transmission station 506 in the first wireless transmission component 5 transmits the information, and the first storage module 507 simultaneously stores the information. After the information transmission is complete, the first signal transmission station 506 transmits the information to the first signal transmission station 506 of the second wireless transmission component 5, and stores it synchronously through the first storage module 507. The information stored in the first storage module 507 is then deleted. If the signal is interrupted during transmission, causing the information transmission to be interrupted, it may result in incomplete information. In this case, the first signal transmission station 506 reads the information from the first storage module 507 and transmits the read information a second time through the first signal transmission station 506.

[0056] Furthermore, if signal transmission between the first signal transmission stations 506 is interrupted, the current signal transmission operation will be directly disconnected, and the information in the first storage module 507 will be directly read for secondary transmission, thereby ensuring the speed of information transmission after the signal transmission is interrupted. By relaying through multiple wireless transmission components 5, the stability of signal transmission and long-distance signal transmission can be guaranteed. The first storage module 507 prevents incomplete information transmission and information loss due to signal interruption during transmission.

[0057] like Figures 7-9 As shown, the wireless transmission main body 501 has a built-in elastic bladder 503 and a water pump 504. The exterior of the wireless transmission main body 501 has a water inlet 5011 that matches the water pump 504. When the water pump 504 starts, water is drawn in through the water inlet 5011. The water enters the water pump 504 through the water inlet 5011 and eventually enters the elastic bladder 503, increasing the weight of the elastic bladder 503. This ensures that the buoyancy generated by the seawater is equal to the weight of the wireless transmission component 5, allowing the wireless transmission component 5 to float in the seawater. At this time, the wireless transmission component 5 can float in the water without a power source; it only needs to prevent the wireless transmission component 5 from moving around. This significantly reduces the power consumption of the wireless transmission component 5 while it is submerged, increases its battery life, and allows it to operate for extended periods.

[0058] Specifically, in its initial state, the wireless transmission component 5 is located on the water surface due to buoyancy. When the wireless transmission component 5 needs to submerge, the water pump 504 is activated, drawing more water into the elastic bladder 503 to increase the weight of the wireless transmission component 5, allowing it to submerge. After the wireless transmission component 5 submerges to a certain depth, the water pump 504 is turned off. At this point, the wireless transmission component 5 may continue to submerge or rise until the buoyancy generated by the water equals the weight of the wireless transmission component 5, at which point the wireless transmission component 5 is suspended in the water. When the wireless transmission component 5 needs to rise, the water in the elastic bladder 503 is ejected from the water inlet 5011 through the water pump 504. The water inlet 5011 is generally vertically oriented. When the water in the elastic bladder 503 is ejected from the water inlet 5011, the resulting reaction force allows the wireless transmission component 5 to rise rapidly. Simultaneously, due to buoyancy, the wireless transmission component 5 can rise to the water surface on its own even without using any power source.

[0059] The underwater signal transmission component uses multiple wireless transmission components 5 to achieve long-distance wireless signal transmission in a relay mode, enabling the underwater exploration robot to detect at a greater distance, making it less affected by the length of the signal transmission line 404, and allowing the underwater robot to detect a wider range.

[0060] The underwater signal transmission component can be used in combination with wired transmission component 4 and wireless transmission component 5. A signal transmission line 404 located in the third housing 402 is connected to a wireless transmission component 5. This wireless transmission component 5 is submerged to the longest distance of the signal transmission line 404. A second wireless transmission component 5 transmits information to this wireless transmission component 5 via wireless signal transmission. That is, the length of the signal transmission line 404 in the third housing 402 can be denoted as stage A, and the distance between two adjacent wireless transmission components 5 can be denoted as stage B. Through the cooperation of several wireless transmission components 5, the signal transmission distance is stage A + n * stage B. The use of wireless transmission component 5 and wired transmission component 4 together can achieve a longer signal transmission distance, enabling the underwater exploration robot to explore deeper areas. In stage A, the stability of signal transmission is ensured, while in stage B, the signal transmission distance is increased through wireless signal transmission.

[0061] Of course, such as Figure 18As shown, wireless transmission components 5 can also transmit signals to each other via wired signal transmission. For example, among the four wireless transmission components 5 (A, B, C, and D), A and B can be connected via a wired connection, C and D can be connected via a wired connection, and B and C can be connected via wireless signal transmission. By using several AB, CD, and other methods for signal transmission, the specific settings can be configured according to the underwater conditions to ensure long-distance signal transmission in deep-sea and other places, while also ensuring the stability of signal transmission and avoiding the impact of underwater signal transmission on underwater exploration robots.

[0062] If the two wireless transmission components 5 are connected by a wire, then the connection is maintained when the two wireless transmission components 5 are on the water surface. They can also be connected underwater; after being manually connected on the surface, they can be taken underwater together, which can greatly reduce the production cost of the wireless transmission components 5.

[0063] like Figures 10-16 As shown, the underwater exploration robot includes an underwater exploration robot body 6, which can submerge underwater and explore the underwater environment. The underwater exploration robot body 6 is generally composed of an integrated frame, and the outer side of the integrated frame has multiple mounting holes through which multiple different devices, such as searchlights, can be installed.

[0064] like Figures 10-12 As shown, the underwater exploration robot body 6 is equipped with a multi-angle imaging system. This system captures and displays images of the area surrounding the robot body 6. The display is typically mounted on a ship, transmitting image information to the ship via an underwater signal transmission component. The display usually shows a 360° panoramic view. The multi-angle imaging system includes a first vision component 8 and multiple second vision components 9. The first vision component 8 captures images from the front of the underwater exploration robot body 6, while the second vision components 9 capture images from angles other than the front. After correction and stitching, a 360° panoramic view is obtained. On the display, the orientation of the underwater exploration robot body 6 can be changed by altering the viewing angle, and the view can be switched between first-person and third-person perspectives. This facilitates observation of the seabed by the person on the display, thereby facilitating the control of the underwater exploration robot for exploration.

[0065] like Figures 10-12 As shown, two gripping arms 7 are installed on the main body 6 of the underwater exploration robot. The two gripping arms 7 are used to clear obstacles during the movement. For example, when there are small stones at the front of the main body 6 of the underwater exploration robot, the main body 6 of the underwater exploration robot needs to pass through this place. The gripping arms 7 can move the small stones away or crush them.

[0066] Specifically, the gripping arm 7 includes a first connecting arm 701, a second connecting arm 702, and a gripping clamp 703. The first connecting arm 701 is rotatably connected to the underwater exploration robot body 6. The first connecting arm 701 and the second connecting arm 702 are rotatably connected. The gripping clamp 703 is located at the end of the second connecting arm 702 away from the first connecting arm 701 and is rotatably mounted on the second connecting arm 702. That is, the gripping arm 7 can move and fix objects, and by gripping an object with the gripping arm 7, the underwater exploration robot body 6 can be fixed to a specific object.

[0067] like Figures 10-12 As shown, a signal transmission compartment 10 is provided at the upper end of the underwater exploration robot body 6. The signal transmission compartment 10 is used to install the signal transmission component 11, and can also be used to fix the underwater exploration robot body 6 in a certain place through the cooperation of the signal transmission component 11. The signal transmission cabin 10 includes a fourth housing 1001, within which a second winding assembly 1005 is installed. The second winding assembly 1005 is used to wind up a fixing tube. An output motor 1002 and a high-frequency vibration motor 1003 are also installed on the fourth housing 1001. A connecting pipe 1004 is provided between the output motor 1002 and the high-frequency vibration motor 1003. The connecting pipe 1004 is used to fix the high-frequency vibration motor 1003 and the output motor 1002. The output motor 1002 is used to unwind the fixing tube from the second winding assembly 1005, so that the fixing tube extends to the outside of the fourth housing 1001. The high-frequency vibration motor 1003 can cause the extended part of the fixing tube to vibrate at a high frequency. Through the high-frequency vibration and the forward pressure provided by the output motor 1002, the fixing tube can be inserted into an object, such as a soft rock like a reef, thus fixing the underwater exploration robot body 6.

[0068] Specifically, such as Figures 13-16 As shown, the fixed pipe consists of multiple signal transmission components 11. Each signal transmission component 11 has a mounting structure 1101, which includes a conical head 11011 and a conical groove 11012. The conical head 11011 is located at the front end of the signal transmission component 11, and the conical groove 11012 is located at the rear end. When two signal transmission components 11 are assembled, the conical head 11011 is inserted into the conical groove 11012 of the other component, and the two adjacent signal transmission components 11 are attracted by electromagnetic attraction. Several connecting pieces 1102 are rotatably connected to the outer wall of the signal transmission component 11. The connecting pieces 1102 can rotate outward. When the signal transmission component 11 is inserted into the stone, the connecting pieces 1102 rotate outward, making it less likely for the signal transmission component 11 to fall out of the stone. The connecting pieces 1102 increase the stability of the signal transmission component 11 inserted into the stone.

[0069] If the underwater exploration robot body 6 needs to remain in the current area for an extended period, it can be fixed in place using a fixing tube. In this case, other power equipment can reduce its power output, allowing the underwater exploration robot body 6 to remain stationary and recharge using marine energy via its built-in power supply system. Alternatively, when exploration is not currently required, the underwater exploration robot body 6 can be fixed in place via the signal transmission compartment 10 for exploration, reducing the burden on other power equipment and thus improving its endurance.

[0070] The signal transmission unit 11 has a built-in second signal transmission station 1103, a second storage module 1104 and a power supply module 1105. The second signal transmission station 1103 is used for information transmission, the second storage module 1104 is used for information storage, and the power supply module 1105 is used to supply power to the electrical components in the signal transmission unit 11.

[0071] The signal transmission component 11 has a similar function to the wireless transmission component 5, which can also enhance the signal strength and transmit wireless signals. The difference is that the wireless transmission component 5 descends on its own, while the signal transmission component 11 is installed in the signal transmission cabin 10. The volume of the signal transmission component 11 is much smaller than that of the wireless transmission component 5. It is installed in the underwater exploration robot body 6 and can be placed in some small places or in a horizontal direction. The signal transmission component 11 extends the distance of wireless signal transmission, thereby expanding the detection depth and detection area of ​​the underwater exploration robot.

[0072] Similarly, to ensure that the signal transmission unit 11 does not experience signal interruption and information loss during information transmission, when the underwater exploration robot transmits information to the first signal transmission unit 11, the second signal transmission station 1103 receives the information, and the second storage module 1104 stores it in real time. After the second signal transmission station 1103 transmits the information to the next signal transmission unit 11, the first second storage module 1104 performs a formatting operation to delete all the information, waiting to store the next information. If the second signal transmission station 1103 interrupts information transmission, the current transmission operation is canceled, the data is read from the second storage module 1104, and then transmitted through the second signal transmission station 1103, ensuring the integrity of information transmission.

[0073] The underwater exploration robot body 6 can also house a micro-electric module, which is a separate module and does not coexist with other power modules. This micro-electric module powers the GPS module after the robot body 6's internal power is completely depleted. The GPS module facilitates the location of the underwater exploration robot body 6 within the sea. This prevents the underwater exploration robot body 6 from being lost due to damage or other reasons that could prevent it from starting properly. The micro-electric module can provide power to the GPS module in a short time.

[0074] If, during the underwater exploration, the wireless transmission component 5 cannot continue to descend or the robot's location makes it inconvenient for the wireless transmission component 5 to continue descending, a signal transmission element 11 can be inserted into a rock through the signal transmission chamber 10, and the connecting piece 1102 can be opened to fix the signal transmission element 11 in the rock. The two signal transmission elements 11 lose their electromagnetic attraction, and signals are transmitted to the wireless transmission component 5 through the signal transmission element 11.

[0075] When the underwater exploration robot reaches the deep-sea environment, it will explore and, when its energy is depleted or about to be depleted, it needs to generate its own power. In this state, the underwater exploration robot generally needs to be stationary or in a low-energy state. One or more signal transmission components 11 are inserted into rocks through the signal transmission chamber 10 to fix the underwater exploration robot in place. At the same time, the gripping arm 7 is used to clamp and fix the rocks to ensure the stability of the robot, allowing it to generate its own power while stationary. If the underwater exploration robot collides with other fish or marine life, it will not be displaced over long distances or swept away by the sea.

[0076] During the return journey of the underwater exploration robot body 6, the signal transmission component 11 needs to be retrieved. During retrieval, the signal transmission component 11 is first electromagnetically attracted to the signal transmission component 11 in the rock. Then, the output motor 1002 and the connecting pipe 1004 are started to move the signal transmission component 11 in the rock forward a distance so that the connecting piece 1102 can be retracted. Then, the signal transmission component 11 can be taken out.

[0077] When using the underwater signal transmission component with an underwater exploration robot, first place the underwater signal transmission component on the water surface. Then, select the appropriate signal transmission method based on the required diving depth of the underwater exploration robot: wired transmission component 4, wireless transmission component 5, or a combination of both. When using a combination of wired and wireless transmission components 4 and 5, one wireless transmission component 5 is connected to signal transmission line 404, which is fully extended into the water. The second wireless transmission component 5 transmits signals to the wireless transmission component 5 connected to signal transmission line 404, the third wireless transmission component 5 transmits signals to the second wireless transmission component 5, and so on. Due to the complex underwater conditions, when the wireless transmission component 5 cannot continue to descend, the signal transmission component 11 can be inserted into a rock or fixed in another position through the signal transmission chamber 10 on the underwater exploration robot body 6. This allows the signal transmission component 11 to transmit signals to the last wireless transmission component 5, the second signal transmission component 11 to the first signal transmission component 11, and so on. This ensures that the underwater exploration robot body 6 can descend over long distances and transmit information. Through the cooperation of the signal transmission component 11 and the wireless transmission component 5, the integrity of information transmission can be guaranteed.

[0078] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that the invention can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as exemplary and non-limiting, and the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within the present invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0079] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. An underwater signal transmission component, characterized in that, include: The signal transmission component body includes a first housing and a mounting frame, wherein the mounting frame is slidably connected to the first housing. A wireless transmission component, wherein there are multiple wireless transmission components, which are placed on a mounting rack and are used for underwater signal transmission relay; A wired transmission component, comprising a second housing and a third housing, the second housing and the third housing being respectively disposed on both sides of the main body of the signal transmission component, and a first winding component being disposed inside the second housing and the third housing, on which a signal transmission line is wound; the signal transmission line located in the second housing is connected to the ship, and the signal transmission line located in the third housing is connected to a wireless transmission component. Wireless transmission components can also transmit signals to each other via wired signal transmission. The configuration can be tailored to the specific underwater conditions to ensure long-distance signal transmission. The wireless transmission component includes an elastic bladder and a water pump. The water pump is located inside the wireless transmission body, and a water inlet matching the water pump is opened on the outside of the wireless transmission body. The elastic bladder and the water pump are connected, and the water pump can pump water into the elastic bladder through the water inlet to increase the weight of the wireless transmission component. When the water pump starts, water is drawn in through the water inlet. The water enters the water pump through the water inlet and eventually enters the elastic bladder, increasing the weight of the elastic bladder. This allows the buoyancy generated by the seawater to be equal to the weight of the wireless transmission component, enabling the wireless transmission component to suspend in the seawater. At this time, the wireless transmission component can suspend in the water without using a power source, which greatly reduces the power consumption of the wireless transmission component when it is in the water. When the wireless transmission component needs to rise, the water in the elastic bladder is pumped out from the water inlet through the water inlet. The water inlet is usually vertically oriented. When the water in the elastic bladder is pumped out from the water inlet, the resulting reaction force enables the wireless transmission component to rise rapidly.

2. The underwater signal transmission component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wireless transmission component includes a wireless transmission main body and a second driving component. The second driving component is disposed at both ends of the wireless transmission main body and is used to control the position of the wireless transmission main body in the water. The wireless transmission main body is internally provided with a second control module, a first signal transmission station, and a first storage module. The second control module is used to control the wireless transmission main body and the second driving component. By detecting the strength of the signal received by the first signal transmission station, the second driving component is controlled to change the position of the wireless transmission main body to increase the strength of the signal transmitted by the first signal transmission station. The first storage module is used to store the information transmitted by the first signal transmission station.

3. The underwater signal transmission component according to claim 1, characterized in that, A connecting rod is provided between the second housing and the third housing, and a connecting data line connecting the two sets of signal transmission lines is provided inside the connecting rod.

4. The underwater signal transmission component according to claim 1, characterized in that, An airbag is provided on the lower end face of the main body of the signal transmission component, which enables the main body of the signal transmission component to float on the sea surface. A first driving component is provided on multiple side walls of the main body of the signal transmission component, which is used to control the position of the main body of the signal transmission component on the sea surface.

5. An underwater signal transmission component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The placement rack is provided with multiple placement surfaces, and multiple drainage outlets are opened on the placement surfaces. The wireless transmission component is placed on the placement surfaces.

6. An underwater exploration robot, characterized in that, The underwater detection robot, in cooperation with the underwater signal transmission component described in any one of claims 1-5 to ensure the integrity of information transmission, comprises: The main body of the underwater exploration robot; A grasping arm, wherein there are several grasping arms, the grasping arms are set at the front end of the underwater exploration robot body, and the grasping arms are used by the underwater exploration robot to clear obstacles during exploration; The signal transmission cabin is installed on the upper part of the underwater exploration robot body. The signal transmission cabin is used to fix the underwater exploration robot in a certain place underwater. The signal transmission cabin includes a fourth shell. A second winding assembly is provided inside the fourth shell. A fixing tube is wound on the second winding assembly. An output motor for conveying the fixing tube and a high-frequency vibration motor for making the fixing tube vibrate at high frequency are provided at one end of the fourth shell. The fixed tube is composed of multiple signal transmission components. Each signal transmission component includes a signal transmission body. The signal transmission body is internally equipped with a second signal transmission station, a second storage module, and a power supply module. The second signal transmission station is used for underwater signal relay. The second storage module is used to temporarily store the information transmitted by the second signal transmission station. The power supply module is used to supply power to the electronic components inside the signal transmission component. The front end of the signal transmission body is provided with a conical head, and the rear end of the signal transmission body is provided with a conical groove that matches the conical head. Adjacent signal transmission components are connected through the conical head and the conical groove, and the adjacent signal transmission components are magnetically attracted to each other. Several connecting pieces are rotatably connected to the side wall of the signal transmission body. The connecting pieces rotate outward after the signal transmission component is inserted into the object to fix the signal transmission component. The fixing tube extends to the outside of the fourth shell. The high-frequency vibration motor can make the protruding fixing tube vibrate at a high frequency. Through the high-frequency vibration and the forward pressure provided by the output motor, the fixing tube can be inserted into an object, such as a soft stone, to fix the underwater exploration robot body. The underwater exploration robot body is fixed in one place by using a fixed tube. At this time, the power of other power equipment can be reduced, so that the underwater exploration robot body can be attached to a certain place and charged by marine energy through the built-in power supply system of the underwater exploration robot body. When exploration is not required, the underwater exploration robot can be fixed in one place by using the signal transmission cabin to conduct exploration, which can reduce the pressure on other power equipment and thus improve the endurance of the underwater exploration robot.

7. An underwater exploration robot according to claim 6, characterized in that, The underwater exploration robot is equipped with a multi-angle imaging system. The multi-angle imaging system is used to capture images around the underwater exploration robot from multiple angles, and then correct and stitch them together to form a 360° panoramic view. The multi-angle imaging system includes a first vision component and multiple second vision components. The first vision component is used to capture images in front of the underwater exploration robot, and the second vision components are used to detect images in other directions besides the front image.

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