Cable storage devices and ships

Abstract

This invention belongs to the field of marine technology and discloses a cable storage device and a vessel. The cable storage device includes a support mechanism, a storage mechanism, and a connecting mechanism. The support mechanism is rotatably connected to the side of the hull; the storage mechanism is disposed on the support mechanism and configured to store cables. The connecting mechanism is disposed on the support mechanism and connected to the side of the hull. The operation of the connecting mechanism allows the cable storage device to switch between a stored state and a released state. In the stored state, the support mechanism is fixed, and the cable is stored in the storage mechanism. In the released state, the support mechanism drives the storage mechanism to rotate, and the cable slides from the storage mechanism into the water under the influence of gravity. This cable storage device has a simple structure, low cost, and eliminates the need for external equipment when releasing cables, saving energy and enabling rapid cable release.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of marine technology, and more particularly to a cable storage device and a ship. Background Technology

[0002] A cable is a multi-stranded rope used for mooring ships, possessing properties such as tensile strength, impact resistance, abrasion resistance, and flexibility.

[0003] In existing technologies, a cable winding device is typically installed on the ship to wind up and unwind the cable. This cable winding device includes a traction mechanism, a winding roller, and a motor. The cable is wound onto the winding roller after passing through the traction mechanism, and the rotation of the winding roller is driven by the motor.

[0004] While the aforementioned cable winding device can store cables when idle and release them when needed, the motor drive consumes electrical energy, and the winding and unwinding of cables using a motor takes a long time. It is not suitable for small bundles of rope such as traction ropes or auxiliary ropes, or for cables that require rapid release.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a cable storage device and vessel to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0006] According to one aspect of the present invention, the object is to provide a cable storage device that has a simple structure, low cost, and eliminates the need for external equipment when releasing the cable, thereby saving energy and enabling rapid release of the cable.

[0007] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0008] Cable storage device, including:

[0009] The support mechanism is rotatably connected to the side of the hull;

[0010] A storage mechanism, disposed on the support mechanism, is configured to store cables;

[0011] A connecting mechanism is provided on the support mechanism and connected to the side of the hull. When the connecting mechanism is activated, the cable storage device can switch between a storage state and a release state.

[0012] In the storage state, the support mechanism is fixed, and the cable is stored in the storage mechanism;

[0013] In the released state, the support mechanism drives the storage mechanism to rotate, and the cable slides from the storage mechanism into the water under the action of gravity.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the cable storage device provided by the present invention, the support mechanism includes a support rod and a rotating connection assembly. The rotating connection assembly is fixedly connected to the side of the hull, and the support rod is rotatably connected to the rotating connection assembly around its own axis.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the cable storage device provided by the present invention, the rotating connection assembly includes a sleeve and a connecting plate. The connecting plate is fixedly connected to the side of the sleeve and to the side of the hull. The support rod is coaxially and rotatably inserted through the sleeve.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the cable storage device provided by the present invention, there are multiple rotating connection components, and the multiple rotating connection components are spaced apart along the length direction on the support rod.

[0017] As a preferred embodiment of the cable storage device provided by the present invention, the storage mechanism includes a plurality of rope winding rods, which are arranged perpendicular to the axial direction of the support rod, and the plurality of rope winding rods are spaced apart from the support rod along the length direction;

[0018] In its stored state, the rope-winding rod extends diagonally upward, and the cable can be wound around multiple of the rope-winding rods;

[0019] In the released state, the rope-winding rod rotates and extends diagonally downwards, allowing the cable to slide down into the water along the length of the rope-winding rod.

[0020] As a preferred embodiment of the cable storage device provided by the present invention, a portion of the connecting mechanism is arranged perpendicular to the axial direction of the support rod and at an angle to the winding rod.

[0021] As a preferred embodiment of the cable storage device provided by the present invention, the connecting mechanism includes a connecting rod and a connecting cable. The connecting rod is connected to the support mechanism, and the connecting cable is detachably connected between the end of the connecting rod away from the support mechanism and the hull.

[0022] As a preferred embodiment of the cable storage device provided by the present invention, the connecting mechanism includes a connecting rod and a connecting cable. The connecting rod is connected to the support mechanism, and the connecting cable is connected between the end of the connecting rod away from the support mechanism and the hull. The length of the connecting cable is adjustable.

[0023] As a preferred embodiment of the cable storage device provided by the present invention, the connecting mechanism further includes a winch device disposed on the hull, the connecting cable being connected to the winch device and the end of the connecting rod away from the support mechanism, and the winch device being capable of winding or releasing the connecting cable.

[0024] According to another aspect of the invention, an object is to provide a vessel comprising a hull and a cable storage device as described in any of the above embodiments, the cable storage device being disposed on the side of the hull.

[0025] The beneficial effects of this invention are:

[0026] The cable storage device provided by this invention includes a support mechanism, a storage mechanism, and a connecting mechanism. The support mechanism is rotatably connected to the side of the hull; the storage mechanism is disposed on the support mechanism and configured to store cables. The connecting mechanism is disposed on the support mechanism and connected to the side of the hull. The operation of the connecting mechanism allows the cable storage device to switch between a storage state and a release state. In the storage state, the support mechanism is fixed, and the cable is stored in the storage mechanism. In the release state, the support mechanism drives the storage mechanism to rotate, and the cable slides from the storage mechanism into the water under gravity. In other words, the connecting mechanism can position the support mechanism so that the cable can be stored in the storage mechanism; the operation of the connecting mechanism can unlock the support mechanism to allow it to rotate, and the cable can be lowered solely by gravity. This cable storage device has a simple structure, low cost, and eliminates the need for external equipment when releasing the cable, saving energy and enabling rapid cable release.

[0027] The ship provided by the present invention is equipped with the above-mentioned cable storage device for storing or releasing cables. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is a front view of the cable storage device provided in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a side view of the cable storage device provided in the embodiment of the present invention in the storage state;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a side view of the cable storage device provided in an embodiment of the present invention in the released state;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a top view of the rotating connection assembly provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] In the picture:

[0033] 10. Hull;

[0034] 100. Support mechanism; 110. Support rod; 120. Rotating connection assembly; 121. Sleeve; 122. Connecting plate;

[0035] 200. Storage mechanism; 210. Rope winding pole;

[0036] 300. Connecting mechanism; 310. Connecting rod; 320. Connecting cable; 330. First connecting buckle; 340. Second connecting buckle. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, and not all of the structures.

[0038] In the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; 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; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0039] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0040] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper," "lower," "right," and "left," etc., refer to the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for ease of description and simplification of operation, 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 present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used only for distinction in description and have no special meaning.

[0041] Figure 1 This shows a front view of the cable storage device provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 A side view of the cable storage device provided in an embodiment of the present invention in a storage state is shown; Figure 3 This is a side view showing the cable storage device provided in an embodiment of the present invention in a released state. (Refer to...) Figures 1-3This embodiment provides a cable storage device and a vessel. The vessel includes a hull 10 and the cable storage device provided in this embodiment. The cable storage device is disposed on the side of the hull 10.

[0042] Specifically, the cable storage device includes a support mechanism 100, a storage mechanism 200, and a connecting mechanism 300. The support mechanism 100 is rotatably connected to the side of the hull 10. The storage mechanism 200 is disposed on the support mechanism 100 and configured to store cables. The connecting mechanism 300 is disposed on the support mechanism 100 and connected to the side of the hull 10. The operation of the connecting mechanism 300 allows the cable storage device to switch between a stored state and a released state. In the stored state, the support mechanism 100 is fixed, and the cable is stored in the storage mechanism 200. In the released state, the support mechanism 100 drives the storage mechanism 200 to rotate, and the cable slides from the storage mechanism 200 into the water under the influence of gravity.

[0043] In other words, the connecting mechanism 300 can position the support mechanism 100 so that the cable can be stored on the storage mechanism 200; when the connecting mechanism 300 is activated, it can unlock the support mechanism 100 so that it can rotate, and the cable can be lowered by gravity alone. This cable storage device has a simple structure and low cost, and no external equipment is needed when releasing the cable, thus saving energy.

[0044] Specifically, the support mechanism 100 includes a support rod 110 and a rotating connection assembly 120. The rotating connection assembly 120 is fixedly connected to the side of the hull 10, and the support rod 110 is rotatably connected to the rotating connection assembly 120 about its own axis.

[0045] More specifically, there are multiple rotating connection assemblies 120, which are spaced apart along the length of the support rod 110. This arrangement improves the stability and installation reliability of the support rod 110.

[0046] Figure 4 This is a top view of a rotating connection assembly provided in an embodiment of the present invention. (Refer to...) Figures 2-4 The rotating connection assembly 120 includes a sleeve 121 and a connecting plate 122. The connecting plate 122 is fixed to the side of the sleeve 121 and the side of the hull 10, and the support rod 110 is rotatably coaxially inserted through the sleeve 121.

[0047] Specifically, continue to refer to Figure 1The storage mechanism 200 includes multiple rope-winding rods 210, which are perpendicular to the axis of the support rod 110 and spaced apart along their length. In the stored state, the rope-winding rods 210 extend obliquely upwards, allowing the cable to be wound around them. In the released state, the rope-winding rods 210 rotate and extend obliquely downwards, allowing the cable to automatically slide down into the water along their length.

[0048] More specifically, the connecting mechanism 300 includes a connecting rod 310 and a connecting cable 320. The connecting rod 310 is fixedly connected to the support rod 110. In one embodiment, the connecting cable 320 is detachably connected between the end of the connecting rod 310 away from the support mechanism 100 and the hull 10. The connecting mechanism 300 also includes a first connecting buckle 330 and a second connecting buckle 340, which are detachably disposed at the end of the connecting rod 310 away from the support rod 110 and the side of the hull 10, respectively. The connecting cable 320 is connected between the first connecting buckle 330 and the second connecting buckle 340. When the second connecting buckle 340 is connected to the hull 10 and the first connecting buckle 330 is connected to the connecting rod 310, the support rod 110 can be locked to keep the rope winding rod 210 tilted upward. When one of the second connecting buckle 340 and the first connecting buckle 330 is disengaged from its connected position, the support rod 110 can be unlocked, so that the rope rod 210 is tilted to a downward angled position.

[0049] In another embodiment, the connecting cable 320 is connected between the end of the connecting rod 310 away from the support mechanism 100 and the hull 10, and the length of the connecting cable 320 is adjustable. The connecting mechanism 300 also includes a winch device disposed on the hull 10, and the connecting cable 320 is connected to the winch device and the end of the connecting rod 310 away from the support mechanism 100. The winch device can wind up or release the connecting cable 320. When the winch device winds up and pulls the connecting cable 320, it can rotate the support rod 110 to a state where the rope rod 210 is tilted upward; when the winch device releases the connecting cable 320, it can unlock and rotate the support rod 110, so that the rope rod 210 is finally rotated to a state where it is tilted downward.

[0050] More specifically, refer to Figure 2 and Figure 3 The connecting rod 310 is perpendicular to the axis of the support rod 110 and at an angle to the winding rod 210. When the cable storage device is in storage, the connecting rod 310 is closer to the hull 10 than the winding rod 210.

[0051] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present invention. Those skilled in the art will be able to make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A cable storage device, characterized in that, include: A support mechanism (100) is rotatably connected to the side of the hull (10); A storage mechanism (200), disposed on the support mechanism (100), is configured to store cables; A connecting mechanism (300) is disposed on the support mechanism (100) and connected to the side of the hull (10). When the connecting mechanism (300) is activated, the cable storage device can switch between a storage state and a release state. In the storage state, the support mechanism (100) is fixed, and the cable is stored in the storage mechanism (200). In the released state, the support mechanism (100) drives the storage mechanism (200) to rotate, and the cable slides from the storage mechanism (200) into the water under the action of gravity; The support mechanism (100) includes a support rod (110) and a rotating connection assembly (120). The rotating connection assembly (120) is fixedly connected to the side of the hull (10), and the support rod (110) is rotatably connected to the rotating connection assembly (120) about its own axis. The storage mechanism (200) includes a plurality of rope-winding rods (210), which are arranged perpendicular to the axial direction of the support rod (110), and the plurality of rope-winding rods (210) are spaced apart from the support rod (110) along the length direction. In the stored state, the rope-winding rod (210) extends obliquely upward, and the cable can be wound around multiple of the rope-winding rods (210); In the released state, the rope-winding rod (210) rotates and extends obliquely downward, and the cable can slide down into the water along the length of the rope-winding rod (210); The connecting mechanism (300) includes a connecting rod (310) and a connecting cable (320). The connecting rod (310) is connected to the support mechanism (100). The connecting cable (320) is detachably connected between the end of the connecting rod (310) away from the support mechanism (100) and the hull (10), or the connecting cable (320) is connected between the end of the connecting rod (310) away from the support mechanism (100) and the hull (10). The length of the connecting cable (320) is adjustable.

2. The cable storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating connection assembly (120) includes a sleeve (121) and a connecting plate (122). The connecting plate (122) is fixed to the side of the sleeve (121) and to the side of the hull (10). The support rod (110) is rotatably coaxially inserted through the sleeve (121).

3. The cable storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are multiple rotating connection components (120), and the multiple rotating connection components (120) are spaced apart along the length direction on the support rod (110).

4. The cable storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A portion of the connecting mechanism (300) is arranged perpendicular to the axial direction of the support rod (110) and at an angle to the winding rod (210).

5. The cable storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting mechanism (300) further includes a winch device disposed on the hull (10), and the connecting cable (320) is connected to the winch device and the end of the connecting rod (310) away from the support mechanism (100). The winch device is capable of winding or releasing the connecting cable (320).

6. A ship, characterized in that, It includes a hull (10) and a cable storage device as described in any one of claims 1-5, the cable storage device being disposed on the side of the hull (10).

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