Ultra-low power consumption wiring-free camera capable of being intelligently linked with electric power inspection robot

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of electric power operation and maintenance, and particularly discloses an ultra-low power consumption wiring-free camera capable of being intelligently linked with an electric power inspection robot, which comprises a camera body with a built-in wireless communication module, a battery electrically connected to the camera body, and a power supply module electrically connected to the battery. According to the ultra-low power consumption wiring-free camera capable of being intelligently linked with the electric power inspection robot, the problems that a traditional wired camera is complex in wiring, poor in environment adaptability and the like can be effectively solved, and then the inspection efficiency and the flexibility of a system are improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of electric power operation and maintenance technology, and in particular to an ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera that can be intelligently linked with an electric power inspection robot. Background Art

[0002] As the application of intelligent power inspection robots in power systems continues to expand, the dependence of traditional image acquisition systems on wired power supply and network connections has brought significant technical obstacles, such as complex wiring, high power consumption, and limited coverage. In some remote areas or places with complex environments, it is difficult for power inspection robots to reach the target location in time, and ordinary cameras are difficult to effectively realize image acquisition and transmission due to lack of power and network support. Therefore, in order to improve the coverage rate of the inspection system, the quality of image acquisition, and the stability of the overall system, a camera device with ultra-low power consumption, no wiring, and easy deployment is urgently needed to effectively make up for the shortcomings of the existing system.

[0003] The above information disclosed in this Background section is included only for enhancement of understanding of the background of the present disclosure and therefore it may contain information that does not form the prior art that is currently known to a person of ordinary skill in the art. Summary of the invention

[0004] One object of the present invention is to provide an ultra-low power consumption, wiring-free camera that can be intelligently linked with a power inspection robot, aiming to solve the problems of high power consumption, complex wiring, poor environmental adaptability, etc. of traditional wired cameras, thereby improving the inspection efficiency and system flexibility.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides an ultra-low power consumption wiring-free camera that can be intelligently linked with an electric power inspection robot, comprising a camera body with a built-in wireless communication module, a battery electrically connected to the camera body, and a power module electrically connected to the battery;

[0006] Wherein, the power supply module includes a solar panel for charging the battery and a wind energy auxiliary power supply module for charging the battery;

[0007] When the light intensity is greater than a preset light intensity, the solar panel is used to charge the battery and directly power the camera body;

[0008] When the light intensity is lower than a preset light intensity and the wind speed is greater than a preset wind speed, the wind energy auxiliary power supply module is used to charge the battery and directly power the camera body;

[0009] When the light intensity is lower than the preset light intensity and the wind speed is lower than the preset wind speed, the battery is used to power the camera body.

[0010] Optionally, the camera body uses a dynamic vision sensor to capture images only of areas where light intensity changes exceed a preset range, thereby reducing redundant data and improving data collection efficiency.

[0011] Optionally, the wireless communication module supports at least two wireless communication protocols among LoRa, NB-IoT, BLE, and 5G to achieve efficient, low-power, and low-latency image data transmission;

[0012] Among them, the wireless communication module is used to automatically select the optimal communication solution according to the on-site network coverage, signal quality and urgency of the inspection task to ensure the stability and reliability of data transmission.

[0013] Optionally, also include:

[0014] A control module is connected to the inspection robot by radio communication and is used to control the acquisition frequency, shooting angle and transmission mode of the camera body according to the working status and position information of the inspection robot to optimize the inspection efficiency and resource utilization.

[0015] Optional,

[0016] The control module is also used to dynamically allocate the camera's acquisition resources according to the urgency of the inspection task and the environmental risk level; when a high-risk situation is detected, the control module will prioritize the centralized acquisition and transmission of key data to ensure that the anomaly is handled in a timely manner;

[0017] Among them, high-risk situations include abnormal equipment temperature and / or power facility failure.

[0018] Optionally, also include:

[0019] The edge computing module is used to perform preliminary processing on the collected data, extract features and compress the data before transmission, thereby reducing the data transmission bandwidth requirements, improving data transmission efficiency, and generating real-time alarm information when an abnormal situation is detected.

[0020] Optional,

[0021] The edge computing module includes a deep learning unit, which analyzes the equipment operating status based on a deep learning algorithm to achieve fault prediction and anomaly detection, thereby providing support for preventive maintenance of power equipment, reducing equipment failure rate, and improving system stability and reliability.

[0022] Optionally, also include:

[0023] Modal data acquisition unit, used to collect image data in visible light, infrared and multi-spectral modes.

[0024] The beneficial effects of the present invention are: providing an ultra-low power consumption wiring-free camera that can be intelligently linked with a power inspection robot. On the one hand, the use of solar panels and wind energy auxiliary power supply modules can provide long-term and stable power supply to the camera body without wiring, thereby ensuring the stable operation of the camera body;

[0025] On the other hand, the power module integrates an intelligent energy management system that can dynamically switch between solar energy, batteries and wind energy according to environmental conditions and energy requirements to ensure continuous, stable and efficient operation of the equipment. Specifically, the solar panels are used as the main energy source, the high-efficiency batteries are used to store energy and provide reliable power at night or on cloudy days, and the wind power auxiliary power supply system provides supplementary energy in long-term rainy weather, thereby achieving ultra-low power consumption control.

[0026] Therefore, the ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera provided by the present invention that can be intelligently linked with the power inspection robot can solve the problems of complex wiring and poor environmental adaptability of traditional wired cameras, thereby improving the inspection efficiency and system flexibility. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative labor.

[0028] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of an ultra-low power consumption, wiring-free camera that can be intelligently linked with a power inspection robot provided in an embodiment.

[0029] In the figure:

[0030] 1. Camera body; 2. Battery; 3. Power module; 4. Solar panel; 5. Wind power auxiliary power supply module. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The reference to "embodiment" in the present invention means that the specific features, structures or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment of the present invention. The word "embodiment" appearing in various places in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor does it particularly limit its independence or association with other embodiments. In principle, in the present invention, as long as there is no technical contradiction or conflict, the various technical features mentioned in each embodiment can be combined in any way to form a corresponding implementable technical solution.

[0032] Unless otherwise defined, the technical terms used herein have the same meanings as those generally understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention belongs; the use of relevant terms herein is only for describing specific embodiments and is not intended to limit the present invention.

[0033] In the description of the present invention, the term "and / or" is an expression used to describe the logical relationship between objects, indicating that three relationships may exist, for example, A and / or B, which means: A exists, B exists, and A and B exist at the same time. In addition, the character " / " in this article generally indicates that the objects before and after are in a logical relationship of "or".

[0034] In the present invention, terms such as "first" and "second" are merely used to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any actual relationship of quantity, priority or sequence between these entities or operations.

[0035] Without further restrictions, in the present invention, the words "include", "comprises", "has" or other similar expressions used in sentences are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. These expressions do not exclude the presence of additional elements in the process, method or product including the elements, so that the process, method or product including a series of elements may include not only those limited elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or also include elements inherent to such process, method or product.

[0036] Similar to the understanding in the Examination Guidelines, in the present invention, expressions such as "greater than", "less than", "exceed" and the like are understood to exclude the number itself; expressions such as "above", "below", "within" and the like are understood to include the number itself. In addition, in the description of the embodiments of the present invention, the meaning of "multiple" is more than two (including two), and similar expressions related to "multiple" are also understood in this way, such as "multiple groups", "multiple times", etc., unless otherwise clearly and specifically limited.

[0037] In the description of the embodiments of the present invention, the space-related expressions used, such as "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "vertical", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicate the orientation or position relationship based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the specific embodiments or drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the specific embodiments of the present invention or facilitating the reader's understanding, and do not indicate or imply that the referred device or component must have a specific position, a specific orientation, or be constructed or operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the embodiments of the present invention.

[0038] Unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, in the description of the embodiments of the present invention, the terms "install", "connect", "connect", "fix", "set" and the like used should be understood in a broad sense. For example, the "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integrated setting; it can be a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a communication connection; it can be a direct connection, or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For those skilled in the art of the technical field to which the present invention belongs, the specific meanings of the above terms in the embodiments of the present invention can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0039] The present invention provides an ultra-low power consumption wiring-free camera that can be intelligently linked with an electric power inspection robot, comprising a camera body 1 with a built-in wireless communication module, a battery 2 electrically connected to the camera body, and a power module 3 electrically connected to the battery;

[0040] Wherein, the power supply module 3 includes a solar panel 4 for charging the battery, and a wind energy auxiliary power supply module 5 for charging the battery;

[0041] When the light intensity is greater than a preset light intensity, the solar panel is used to charge the battery and directly power the camera body;

[0042] When the light intensity is lower than a preset light intensity and the wind speed is greater than a preset wind speed, the wind energy auxiliary power supply module is used to charge the battery and directly power the camera body;

[0043] When the light intensity is lower than the preset light intensity and the wind speed is lower than the preset wind speed, the battery is used to power the camera body.

[0044] On the one hand, the use of solar panels and wind power auxiliary power supply modules can provide long-term and stable power supply to the camera body without wiring, thereby ensuring the stable operation of the camera body;

[0045] On the other hand, the power module integrates an intelligent energy management system that can dynamically switch between solar energy, batteries and wind energy according to environmental conditions and energy requirements to ensure continuous, stable and efficient operation of the equipment. Specifically, the solar panels are used as the main energy source, the high-efficiency batteries are used to store energy and provide reliable power at night or on cloudy days, and the wind power auxiliary power supply system provides supplementary energy in long-term rainy weather, thereby achieving ultra-low power consumption control.

[0046] Therefore, the ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera provided by the present invention that can be intelligently linked with the power inspection robot can solve the problems of complex wiring and poor environmental adaptability of traditional wired cameras, thereby improving the inspection efficiency and system flexibility.

[0047] In this embodiment, the camera body uses a dynamic vision sensor to capture images only of areas where light intensity changes exceed a preset range, thereby reducing redundant data and improving data collection efficiency.

[0048] The dynamic vision sensor has high temporal resolution and can respond to rapid changes in the environment in real time, making it particularly suitable for capturing key data in high-speed motion scenes. In addition, the camera body integrates an intelligent exposure control system that automatically adjusts acquisition parameters according to ambient light changes to ensure optimal image quality under different lighting conditions.

[0049] Dynamic vision sensors can respond only to changes in the monitored area, thereby generating sparse data with high information content. This dynamic response characteristic enables the camera to reduce the generation of invalid data and reduce bandwidth requirements, thereby improving the efficiency and accuracy of image acquisition. Dynamic vision sensors have ultra-high temporal resolution and can capture fast-moving objects and environmental changes, which is particularly suitable for refined inspections of power equipment. In addition, the camera is also integrated with an intelligent exposure control system that can automatically adjust exposure parameters according to changes in lighting conditions to ensure the best image quality in different lighting environments, further enhancing the camera's adaptability in complex inspection environments. At the same time, the camera is also equipped with an infrared imaging module that can effectively capture images under low-light or no-light conditions, allowing the device to work under all-weather and full-light conditions, further expanding its application scenarios.

[0050] Optionally, the wireless communication module supports at least two wireless communication protocols among LoRa, NB-IoT, BLE, and 5G to achieve efficient, low-power, and low-latency image data transmission;

[0051] Among them, the wireless communication module is used to automatically select the optimal communication solution according to the on-site network coverage, signal quality and urgency of the inspection task to ensure the stability and reliability of data transmission.

[0052] Optionally, the communication module integrates channel adaptive selection and frequency hopping units to cope with signal interference in complex environments and further improve the stability and real-time performance of data transmission.

[0053] In this embodiment, the ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera that can be intelligently linked with the power inspection robot also includes a control module, which is connected to the inspection robot by radio communication and is used to control the acquisition frequency, shooting angle and transmission method of the camera body according to the working status and position information of the inspection robot to optimize the inspection efficiency and resource utilization.

[0054] Optionally, the control module is based on an artificial intelligence algorithm and can comprehensively analyze the environmental data fed back by the inspection robot, including temperature, humidity, obstacle information, etc., so as to optimize the working mode of the camera body in real time to ensure the efficiency of the inspection process.

[0055] For example, when the ambient light changes dramatically during the inspection, the system will automatically adjust the exposure time and gain parameters to ensure stable image quality; when an abnormality is detected in the equipment, the camera will automatically increase the acquisition frequency to obtain more detailed data for further analysis. In addition, the control module also has a fault prediction function, which can detect potential fault risks in advance through continuous analysis of the working status of the equipment, provide data support for preventive maintenance of power equipment, and effectively reduce equipment failure rate and maintenance costs.

[0056] Furthermore, the control module is also used to dynamically allocate the camera's acquisition resources according to the urgency of the inspection task and the environmental risk level; when a high-risk situation is detected, the control module will prioritize the centralized acquisition and transmission of key data to ensure that the anomaly is handled in a timely manner;

[0057] Among them, high-risk situations include abnormal equipment temperature and / or power facility failure.

[0058] The ultra-low-power, wiring-free camera that can be intelligently linked with the power inspection robot also includes an edge computing module for preliminary processing of the collected data, feature extraction and compression of the data before transmission, thereby reducing data transmission bandwidth requirements, improving data transmission efficiency, and generating real-time alarm information when an abnormal situation is detected.

[0059] The edge computing module includes a deep learning unit, which analyzes the equipment operating status based on a deep learning algorithm to achieve fault prediction and anomaly detection, thereby providing support for preventive maintenance of power equipment, reducing equipment failure rate, and improving system stability and reliability.

[0060] The present invention realizes the preliminary processing of image data by integrating edge computing technology. The camera can complete the preliminary analysis and feature extraction of data locally, convert the original image data into sparse data before transmission, thereby significantly reducing the processing burden of the central server and the occupancy of network bandwidth. The edge computing module can perform real-time analysis of key parameters such as equipment operating status and temperature changes, generate alarm information when abnormal conditions are detected, and transmit it to the central control system in real time. This local processing capability enables the system to respond quickly in emergency situations, reducing the reaction time caused by data transmission and processing delays. At the same time, the application of edge computing also enables the system to store and analyze historical data locally, thereby providing reliable support for long-term equipment operation monitoring and trend prediction. This capability is crucial to the safe operation of power equipment and can greatly improve the stability and response efficiency of the system.

[0061] The ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera that can be intelligently linked with the power inspection robot also includes a modal data acquisition unit, which is used to collect image data in visible light, infrared and multi-spectral modes to meet the inspection needs under different environmental conditions and ensure the comprehensiveness and accuracy of the data.

[0062] Furthermore, the multimodal data is also used to perform fusion analysis on image data of different bands, thereby improving the accuracy of equipment fault detection and the reliability of inspection results.

[0063] The camera provided in this embodiment has the following advantages:

[0064] ① Ultra-low power design: The present invention integrates the data processing function within the sensor to reduce the round-trip transmission of large-scale data, significantly reducing the energy consumption and computing delay of the device. The camera uses advanced dynamic visual sensor technology and only responds to areas where the light intensity changes significantly, thereby significantly reducing data redundancy and effectively reducing the collection of irrelevant data. In addition, the present invention combines edge computing technology to pre-place the data processing function on the device side to achieve preliminary data analysis and feature extraction, effectively reducing the data transmission requirements and the processing burden of the central server, thereby improving the energy efficiency and response speed of the overall system.

[0065] ②The energy management module inside the camera has an intelligent power scheduling function, which can dynamically adjust the use of various power supplies based on real-time task requirements, equipment operating status and remaining power, ensuring that the equipment always maintains the best working state with the lowest energy consumption when performing inspection tasks. The management module is also equipped with a self-learning function, which can continuously optimize the power management strategy based on the equipment's historical energy consumption data, further reduce the system's total energy consumption, extend the equipment's independent operating time, and meet the requirements of long-term, continuous inspections.

[0066] ③ Multiple power supply modes: The camera of the present invention adopts a combination of solar energy, battery and wind energy auxiliary power supply to adapt to various complex outdoor environments and reduce construction and operation and maintenance costs. Solar panels serve as the main energy source to provide long-lasting and stable energy for the camera, while high-capacity batteries provide reliable power guarantee on cloudy days and at night. At the same time, the wind energy auxiliary power supply system can further supplement energy in the case of long-term rainy weather or insufficient solar energy, thereby achieving all-round and all-weather power supply support. This power supply mode greatly extends the independent working time of the camera and reduces dependence on manual maintenance.

[0067] ④ Intelligent linkage control: The present invention realizes adaptive adjustment of dynamic tasks through intelligent linkage with the inspection robot, significantly improving the inspection coverage and image acquisition accuracy. The control module adopts advanced artificial intelligence algorithms, which can comprehensively analyze the environmental data fed back by the inspection robot, including temperature, humidity, obstacle information, etc., so as to optimize the working mode of the camera in real time to ensure a smooth and efficient inspection process. The linkage control can dynamically adjust the camera's shooting frequency, exposure parameters and data transmission method according to the progress of the inspection task and changes in the environment, thereby further improving the system's adaptability and resource utilization efficiency.

[0068] ⑤The camera's intelligent linkage control also supports task priority management, which can dynamically allocate the camera's working resources according to the risk level of the inspection area and the urgency of the task. For example, when high-risk conditions such as abnormal high temperature or excessive equipment vibration are detected, the control module will give priority to increasing the frequency of image acquisition in the area to ensure detailed monitoring of key equipment. In addition, this camera can work in conjunction with multiple inspection robots to achieve efficient coverage of a large inspection area. By coordinating the task execution of multiple devices, it can reduce inspection blind spots and improve overall inspection efficiency and reliability. At the same time, the linkage control module also has self-learning capabilities, which can continuously optimize the linkage strategy based on historical inspection data, gradually improve the collaboration efficiency between the camera and the robot, and ensure the long-term stability and efficient operation of the system in complex environments.

[0069] ⑥ Multimodal data acquisition: The multimodal data acquisition module of the present invention adopts dynamic visual sensor technology and only collects images in areas where light intensity changes, thereby significantly reducing redundant information and improving data effectiveness and transmission efficiency. The dynamic visual sensor has the ability to adaptively adjust light, and can automatically optimize images under different lighting conditions to ensure that the output image quality always meets the requirements of inspection tasks. In scenes with high-speed motion or drastic changes in light, the camera uses advanced rapid response technology to accurately capture key data, avoid the loss of important information, and ensure the reliability of inspections.

[0070] ⑦The camera is equipped with a variety of imaging modes: including visible light imaging, infrared imaging and multi-spectral imaging, which can collect data in different bands to cope with various complex inspection needs. Visible light imaging is suitable for inspections under normal lighting conditions, while infrared imaging is used for image collection at night or in low light conditions to ensure all-weather monitoring capabilities. The multi-spectral imaging mode allows the camera to capture the characteristic information of objects under different spectra, thereby providing more dimensional data support for equipment status monitoring. Through multimodal data fusion technology, the camera can comprehensively analyze data from different bands to generate more comprehensive and accurate detection results, further improving the effectiveness and accuracy of inspection tasks.

[0071] In summary, the ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera of the present invention significantly improves the deployment flexibility, data transmission stability and overall operation and maintenance economy of the power inspection system in complex environments through the intelligent combination of multiple power supply modes, the integration of diversified wireless communication technologies, the precise acquisition of dynamic visual sensors, the supplement of infrared imaging, the intelligent control based on deep learning and the efficient data processing of edge computing. The camera device of the present invention is particularly suitable for dynamic, complex and remote scenes in power inspections, can effectively improve inspection efficiency and reduce operation and maintenance costs, and has high practical value and broad application prospects.

[0072] Finally, it should be noted that although the above embodiments have been described in the specification and drawings of this application, this does not limit the scope of patent protection of this application. All technical solutions generated by replacing or modifying equivalent structures or equivalent processes based on the essential concept of this application using the contents recorded in the specification and drawings of this application, as well as directly or indirectly implementing the technical solutions of the above embodiments in other related technical fields, are included in the scope of patent protection of this application.

Claims

1. An ultra-low power consumption, wiring-free camera that can be intelligently linked with a power inspection robot, characterized in that: A camera body including a built-in wireless communication module, a battery electrically connected to the camera body, and a power module electrically connected to the battery; Wherein, the power supply module includes a solar panel for charging the battery and a wind energy auxiliary power supply module for charging the battery; When the light intensity is greater than a preset light intensity, the solar panel is used to charge the battery and directly power the camera body; When the light intensity is lower than a preset light intensity and the wind speed is greater than a preset wind speed, the wind energy auxiliary power supply module is used to charge the battery and directly power the camera body; When the light intensity is lower than the preset light intensity and the wind speed is lower than the preset wind speed, the battery is used to power the camera body.

2. The ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera capable of intelligent linkage with a power inspection robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The camera body uses a dynamic visual sensor to capture images only of areas where light intensity changes exceed a preset range, thereby reducing redundant data and improving data collection efficiency.

3. The ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera capable of intelligent linkage with a power inspection robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wireless communication module supports at least two wireless communication protocols among LoRa, NB-IoT, BLE, and 5G, and realizes efficient, low-power, and low-latency image data transmission; Among them, the wireless communication module is used to automatically select the optimal communication solution according to the on-site network coverage, signal quality and urgency of the inspection task to ensure the stability and reliability of data transmission.

4. The ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera capable of intelligent linkage with a power inspection robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: A control module is connected to the inspection robot by radio communication and is used to control the acquisition frequency, shooting angle and transmission mode of the camera body according to the working status and position information of the inspection robot to optimize the inspection efficiency and resource utilization.

5. The ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera capable of intelligent linkage with a power inspection robot according to claim 4 is characterized in that: The control module is also used to dynamically allocate the camera's acquisition resources according to the urgency of the inspection task and the environmental risk level; when a high-risk situation is detected, the control module will prioritize the centralized acquisition and transmission of key data to ensure that the anomaly is handled in a timely manner; Among them, high-risk situations include abnormal equipment temperature and / or power facility failure.

6. The ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera capable of intelligent linkage with a power inspection robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: The edge computing module is used to perform preliminary processing on the collected data, extract features and compress the data before transmission, thereby reducing the data transmission bandwidth requirements, improving data transmission efficiency, and generating real-time alarm information when an abnormal situation is detected.

7. The ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera capable of intelligent linkage with a power inspection robot according to claim 6, characterized in that: The edge computing module includes a deep learning unit, which analyzes the equipment operating status based on a deep learning algorithm to achieve fault prediction and anomaly detection, thereby providing support for preventive maintenance of power equipment, reducing equipment failure rate, and improving system stability and reliability.

8. The ultra-low power consumption and wiring-free camera capable of intelligent linkage with a power inspection robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: Modal data acquisition unit, used to collect image data in visible light, infrared and multi-spectral modes.

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