A new type of semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea.

By designing a new type of marine rescue device, which uses a winding mechanism and a floating raft mechanism to adjust the center of gravity of the vessel, and combines rain protection and warm lights to protect people who have fallen into the water, the problem of vessel imbalance and low temperature in marine rescue has been solved, thus improving the safety and efficiency of rescue.

CN119284101BActive Publication Date: 2025-10-31SHENZHEN HUAZHOU MARINE DEVELOPMENT CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202411704657.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-11-26
Publication Date
2025-10-31
Estimated Expiration
2044-11-26

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Technical Problem

During maritime rescue operations, ship imbalance can lead to tilting accidents, and people who fall into the sea are prone to hypothermia due to low temperatures, posing challenges to rescue and treatment.

Method used

A novel semi-automatic marine rescue device has been designed, which includes a winding mechanism, a floating raft mechanism, and a rain shelter mechanism. It uses cables to raise and lower the net and airbags to adjust the center of gravity, providing rain shelter and a warm light to maintain body temperature, ensuring the balance of the vessel and the safety of people who have fallen into the water.

Benefits of technology

It achieves hull balance during multi-person rescues, avoiding tilting accidents, and protects the body temperature of people who fall into the water by providing rain protection and warm lights, thereby improving rescue efficiency and safety.

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Abstract

This invention relates to the field of rescue technology and discloses a novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea. The device includes a lifeboat with a horizontal plate and multiple vertical plates inside. Multiple electronic one-way valves are located on the outside of the lifeboat. Multiple water inlet mechanisms are located at the bottom of the lifeboat. A rain shelter mechanism and a retraction mechanism are located inside the lifeboat. Folding mechanisms are located on the outside of the lifeboat. The right side of the lifeboat is connected to a net via multiple hinges. A floating raft mechanism is located on the outside of the net. Through the cooperation of the retraction mechanism and the net, a motor drives the retrieval of the person who has fallen into the water. When the ship's center of gravity shifts towards the bow due to the rescue, water can be pumped or air supplied to adjust the center of gravity. The rain shelter mechanism unfolds a rain canopy during rain and, in conjunction with a heater, prevents the body temperature of the person in the water from dropping, ensuring their safety and health.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of rescue and salvage technology, specifically to a novel semi-automatic marine rescue and salvage device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea. Background Technology

[0002] In the vast ocean, ships face many risks, such as severe weather, collisions, and mechanical failures, which can lead to shipwrecks and people falling into the water. Maritime salvage equipment has emerged to address these risks, bearing the heavy responsibility of protecting life and property at sea. Whether it is advanced professional salvage vessels or various convenient rescue equipment, they all provide the possibility for timely rescue and reduction of losses, becoming an indispensable part of the maritime safety guarantee system.

[0003] The device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea uses a fast rescue boat or a rescue basket to quickly reach the person in the sea, while the basket can accurately lift them from the sea surface to the ship, ensuring that the rescue operation is swift and safe.

[0004] In maritime rescue operations, if a large number of people need to be rescued or salvaged, the uneven stress on the ship due to the concentration of people on one side during the salvage process can lead to imbalance and even tilting, potentially causing an accident. In addition, the harsh marine environment and frequent rain mean that people who have fallen into the sea often have very low body temperatures after being immersed in seawater for a long time. This low temperature can easily lead to hypothermia, posing a great challenge to post-rescue medical care. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea. It solves the problems of accidents caused by the imbalance or even tilting of the vessel due to a large number of rescuers, and the challenges posed by hypothermia to rescue victims after they are rescued.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea, comprising a lifeboat, wherein the lifeboat has a horizontal plate inside, multiple vertical plates inside, multiple electronic one-way valves outside, multiple water inlet mechanisms at the bottom, a rain shelter mechanism inside, a retraction mechanism inside, and folding mechanisms on the outer sides. The right side of the lifeboat is connected to a net via multiple hinges, and a floating raft mechanism is provided on the outer side of the net.

[0007] The floating raft mechanism includes an air pump. The lifeboat has a square box inside, and the air pump is located inside the square box. The output end of the square box is connected to one end of multiple air supply pipes via a tee. The other end of each air supply pipe is connected to multiple airbags, and the multiple airbags are located on the outside of the net.

[0008] Preferably, the winding mechanism includes mounting plates, a plurality of mounting plates are disposed on the inner bottom wall of the lifeboat, mounting boxes are disposed between the mounting plates, and a drum is rotatably connected between each mounting plate and mounting box. A motor is disposed on the inner bottom wall of the lifeboat, one end of a worm gear is rotatably connected to the output end of the motor, the other end of the worm gear is rotatably connected to the inner side of the mounting box, the worm gear is meshed with a worm wheel, a rotating shaft is disposed in the middle of the worm wheel, and both ends of the rotating shaft are connected to the drum.

[0009] Preferably, the folding mechanism includes square tubes, which are respectively disposed on the outside of the lifeboat. Each square tube has a cylindrical groove inside, and a circular block slides inside each cylindrical groove. A cylinder is provided on the top of each circular block, and multiple rotating blocks I are equidistantly arranged on the top of each cylinder. A circular rod is provided between each rotating block I, and the circular rod is rotatably connected to rotating blocks II. One end of a column is provided on the top of each rotating block II, and a ring is provided on the other end of each column.

[0010] Preferably, the water inlet mechanism includes water inlet pipes, and multiple water inlet pipes are installed at the bottom of the lifeboat. Each water inlet pipe is equipped with a water pump, and coarse and fine filter screens are equidistantly arranged inside each water inlet pipe.

[0011] Preferably, the rain shelter mechanism includes a sliding plate, each sliding plate being disposed on the inner side of the lifeboat. Each sliding plate has a groove on its inner side, and an electric slider slides inside each groove. One end of the rain shelter is disposed between the sliding plates, and the other end of the rain shelter is disposed between the electric sliders.

[0012] Preferably, each of the drums has one end of a cable inside, and the other end of the cable passes through a ring and is connected to the net.

[0013] Preferably, the horizontal and vertical plates divide the interior of the lifeboat into multiple compartments, and each set of electronic one-way valves and water inlet mechanisms is connected to the corresponding compartment.

[0014] Preferably, each of the columns is equipped with multiple warning lights on its outer side.

[0015] Preferably, the bottom of each skateboard is equipped with multiple heat lamps.

[0016] Preferably, the lifeboat is provided with multiple life rings on its outer side, and the upper side of the net has anti-slip rubber strips.

[0017] This invention provides a novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea. It has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. This invention, through the cooperation of a winding mechanism and a net, can, on the one hand, rescue people who have fallen into the water. When the starter motor drives the relevant components to operate, the net can be lowered and raised via a cable to retrieve the people who have fallen into the water. On the other hand, when rescuing a large number of people who have fallen into the water causes the center of gravity of the boat to shift towards the bow, water can be pumped into specific compartments or air pumps can be activated to supply airbags. These operations, in conjunction with the winding mechanism and the net, can adjust the center of gravity of the lifeboat and ensure the balance of the boat during the rescue process.

[0019] 2. The rain shelter mechanism of this invention can play an important role in rain at sea. When it rains, the electric slider slides in the groove of the slide plate, which drives the rain shelter to unfold and provide shelter for people who fall into the water. This can prevent people from being wet for a long time and reduce the drop in body temperature caused by the heat absorption of rainwater. In addition, in conjunction with the heating lamp, it can help people who fall into the water regulate their body temperature and maintain the body's thermal balance, which is conducive to ensuring the life safety and health of people who fall into the water. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is an overall perspective view of the present invention;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the storage mechanism of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 4 In this invention Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the winding mechanism;

[0024] Figure 5 In this invention Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the floating raft mechanism;

[0025] Figure 6 In this invention Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the folding mechanism;

[0026] Figure 7 In this invention Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the central water inlet mechanism;

[0027] Figure 8 In this invention Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the rain shelter mechanism.

[0028] Among them, 1. Lifeboat; 2. Rewinding mechanism; 201. Mounting plate; 202. Mounting box; 203. Drum; 204. Shaft; 205. Motor; 206. Worm gear; 207. Worm wheel; 3. Rain shelter mechanism; 301. Rain shelter; 302. Slide plate; 303. Heat lamp; 304. Slide groove; 305. Electric slider; 4. Floating raft mechanism; 401. Air pump; 402. Airbag; 403. Air supply pipe; 5. Net; 6. Folding mechanism; 601. Standing 602. Column; 603. Ring; 604. Square tube; 605. Cylindrical groove; 606. Round block; 607. Round block one; 608. Round rod; 609. Round block two; 6010. Warning light; 7. Cable; 8. Life ring; 9. Electronic check valve; 10. Horizontal plate; 11. Vertical plate; 12. Water inlet mechanism; 1201. Water inlet pipe; 1202. Coarse filter screen; 1203. Fine filter screen; 1204. Water pump; 13. Square box; 14. Anti-slip rubber strip. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The technical solution of the present invention will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0030] Example:

[0031] Please see the appendix Figure 1 - Appendix Figure 6 This invention provides a novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea. The device includes a lifeboat 1, with a horizontal plate 10 inside to divide the internal space. Multiple vertical plates 11 are also provided inside the lifeboat 1, working in conjunction with the horizontal plate 10 to divide the interior into multiple compartments, facilitating operation in different areas. The horizontal and vertical plates 10 divide the interior of the lifeboat 1 into multiple independent compartments, allowing for separate control of factors such as water volume to adjust the lifeboat 1's center of gravity. Each set of electronic one-way valves 9 is connected to a water inlet mechanism. All 12 are connected to the corresponding compartments. The electronic one-way valve 9 and the water inlet mechanism 12 work together to control and regulate the water volume in the compartments, ensuring the balance of the lifeboat 1. Multiple life rings 8 are installed on the outside of the lifeboat 1. Placing life rings 8 around the lifeboat 1 can provide additional life-saving equipment for people who have fallen into the sea in an emergency. The right side of the lifeboat 1 is connected to the net 5 through multiple hinges. The net 5 can move relative to the lifeboat 1 through the hinges, which facilitates the rescue operation. The upper side of the net 5 has anti-slip rubber strips 14, which can prevent people who have fallen into the water from slipping on the net 5 and ensure their safety.

[0032] The lifeboat 1 is equipped with a winding mechanism 2, which is a key component for the deployment and retrieval of the net 5. The winding mechanism 2 includes mounting plates 201, multiple of which are installed on the inner bottom wall of the lifeboat 1. The mounting plates 201 provide a mounting base for other components of the winding mechanism 2, ensuring structural stability. Mounting boxes 202 are installed between the mounting plates 201, providing protection and mounting space for internal transmission components. A drum 203 is rotatably connected between each mounting plate 201 and mounting box 202. The drum 203 is used to wind up and unwind the cable 7, enabling control of the net 5. A motor 205 is installed on the inner bottom wall of the lifeboat 1, serving as a power source to drive the entire winding mechanism 2. The output end of the motor 205 is rotatably connected to one end of a worm gear 206, transmitting the power of the motor 205 to the worm gear 206. The end is rotatably connected to the inside of the mounting box 202 to ensure the stable rotation of the worm 206. The worm 206 is meshed with a worm wheel 207. Through the meshing transmission of the worm 206 and the worm wheel 207, its working principle achieves self-locking. A rotating shaft 204 is set in the middle of the worm wheel 207. The rotating shaft 204 transmits the rotation of the worm wheel 207 to the drum 203. Both ends of the rotating shaft 204 are connected to the drum 203, so that the drum 203 can rotate with the rotation of the worm wheel 207 to realize the winding and unwinding of the cable 7. One end of the cable 7 is set inside the drum 203. One end of the cable 7 is fixed on the drum 203 so that it can be wound and unwound when the drum 203 rotates. The other end of the cable 7 passes through the ring 602 and is connected to the net 5. The ring 602 guides the cable 7 and transmits the movement of the drum 203 to the net 5 to realize the lifting and lowering of the net 5.

[0033] Folding mechanisms 6 are provided on the outer side of each lifeboat 1 to adjust the space occupied and usage status of the device. Each folding mechanism 6 includes a square tube 603, which is respectively located on the outer side of the lifeboat 1. The square tube 603 provides installation and storage space for other components of the folding mechanism 6. Each square tube 603 has a cylindrical groove 604 inside, which provides guidance and limitation for internal sliding components. A circular block 605 slides inside each cylindrical groove 604, and the sliding of the circular block 605 within the cylindrical groove 604 is crucial for achieving the folding action. A cylinder 606 is provided on the top of each circular block 605, connecting the circular block 605 and a rotating block 607 to transmit motion. Multiple rotating blocks 607 are equidistantly arranged on the top of each cylinder 606, and the rotating blocks 607 cooperate with rotating blocks 609 to achieve... The rotating connection facilitates the folding action. A round rod 608 is provided between each of the rotating blocks 607, providing connection and support. The round rod 608 rotatably connects to a rotating block 609. The rotating blocks 607 and 609 rotate relative to each other via the round rod 608, completing the folding process. Each rotating block 609 has a pillar 601 at its top, connected via the rotating block 609. The pillar 601's position and state change with the folding action. The other end of each pillar 601 has a ring 602 for guiding the cable 7, and its position changes with the pillar 601. Multiple warning lights 6010 are provided on the outside of each pillar 601. These warning lights 6010 can provide warning to people who have fallen into the sea at night or in severe weather, making it easier for them to spot the lifeboat 1.

[0034] A floating raft mechanism 4 is provided on the outside of the net 5 to provide buoyancy for the net 5 and ensure its stability on the water surface. The floating raft mechanism 4 includes an air pump 401. A box 13 is provided inside the lifeboat 1. The box 13 provides installation space and protection for the air pump 401. The air pump 401 is located inside the box 13. As a gas generating device, the air pump 401 provides power to the floating raft mechanism 4. The output end of the box 13 is connected to one end of multiple air supply pipes 403 through a tee. The gas generated by the air pump 401 is delivered to each airbag 402 through the tee and the air supply pipes 403. The other end of each air supply pipe 403 is connected to multiple airbags 402 to transmit gas to the airbags 402 and inflate them. Multiple airbags 402 are located on the outside of the net 5. After the airbags 402 are inflated, they provide buoyancy for the net 5 to ensure that it can carry people who fall into the water and adjust the center of gravity of the lifeboat 1.

[0035] The lifeboat 1 is equipped with multiple electronic check valves 9 on its exterior. These electronic check valves 9 control the direction of water flow and play a key role in the balance adjustment of the lifeboat 1. The bottom of the lifeboat 1 is equipped with multiple water inlet mechanisms 12. These water inlet mechanisms 12 are used to introduce water into the internal compartment of the lifeboat 1 and adjust the center of gravity in conjunction with the electronic check valves 9. Each water inlet mechanism 12 includes a water inlet pipe 1201. Multiple water inlet pipes 1201 are located at the bottom of the lifeboat 1. The water inlet pipes 1201 are channels for water to enter the lifeboat 1. Each water inlet pipe 1201 is equipped with a water pump 1204, which provides power for water intake and pumps seawater into the lifeboat 1. The inside of each water inlet pipe 1201 is equipped with coarse filters 1202 and fine filters 1203 at equal intervals. The coarse filters 1202 and fine filters 1203 can filter impurities in the seawater and prevent clogging of the water pumps 1204 and pipes.

[0036] Please see the appendix Figure 1 Appendix Figure 2 Appendix Figure 3 With appendix Figure 8 The lifeboat 1 is equipped with a rain shelter mechanism 3 to provide rain shelter for people who fall into the water. The rain shelter mechanism 3 includes a sliding plate 302, which is located on the inside of the lifeboat 1. The sliding plate 302 provides a mounting base and sliding track for other components of the rain shelter mechanism 3. The inside of each sliding plate 302 is provided with a groove 304, which provides a sliding track for the electric slider 305, allowing the rain shelter 301 to be smoothly opened and closed. The electric slider 305 slides inside each groove 304. The rain shelter 301 is moved to open and close. One end of the rain shelter 301 is located between the sliding plates 302 and is fixed to the sliding plates 302 to ensure its secure installation. The other end of the rain shelter 301 is located between the electric sliders 305. The electric sliders 305 move the other end of the rain shelter 301 to open and close the rain shelter 301. Multiple heat lamps 303 are installed at the bottom of the sliding plates 302. The heat lamps 303 can provide heat to the person who has fallen into the water after being rescued and brought onto the boat to prevent hypothermia.

[0037] Working principle: First, move the device near the person in the water and use the warning light 6010 to alert them. Then, the winding mechanism 2 releases the cable 7, lowers the net 5 to the sea surface, and moves it in front of the person in the water. Rescuers assist or the person in the water actively climbs onto the net 5, which has anti-slip rubber strips 14. If there are many people in the water, causing the boat's center of gravity to shift, the air pump 401 can be activated to supply air to the airbag 402, allowing the airbag 402 to lift the net 5 and solve this problem. Alternatively, water can be pumped into the compartments separated by the horizontal plate 10 and the vertical plate 11 by the water pump 1204, and drained through the electronic one-way valve 9. Adjusting the water volume in each compartment changes the center of gravity distribution of the lifeboat 1, achieving stable adjustment. The motor 205 can also be activated. 05 drives the worm gear 206 to rotate, causing the drum 203, which is fixed to the worm wheel 207, to rotate. The drum 203 agitates the cable 7, which pulls the net 5 to rescue people who have fallen into the water. The self-locking function of the worm wheel 207 and the worm gear 206 can improve safety. If the body temperature of the person who has fallen into the water is low after boarding the boat, the heater 303 is turned on to raise the body temperature. When it rains at sea, the rain shelter 301 is opened by the electric slider 305 to provide shelter for them. After the rescue is completed, the airbag 402 is deflated, the motor 205 is started to pull up the net 5, and at the same time the column 601 is pulled upward, so that the rotating block 1 607 and rotating block 2 609 are separated from the cylindrical groove 604 and rotated to be parallel to the hull. Finally, the net 5 is lowered for storage.

[0038] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea, comprising a lifeboat (1), characterized in that, The lifeboat (1) has a horizontal plate (10) inside, multiple vertical plates (11) inside, multiple electronic one-way valves (9) outside, multiple water inlet mechanisms (12) at the bottom, a rain shelter mechanism (3) inside, a roll-up mechanism (2) inside, a folding mechanism (6) on the outside, and a buoy mechanism (4) on the right side of the lifeboat (1) connected to a net (5) via multiple hinges. The floating raft mechanism (4) includes an air pump (401). The lifeboat (1) has a box (13) inside. The air pump (401) is located inside the box (13). The output end of the box (13) is connected to one end of a plurality of air supply pipes (403) through a tee. The other end of each air supply pipe (403) is connected to a plurality of airbags (402). The plurality of airbags (402) are located on the outside of the net (5). The winding mechanism (2) includes mounting plates (201), a plurality of mounting plates (201) are arranged on the inner bottom wall of the lifeboat (1), mounting boxes (202) are arranged between the mounting plates (201), and a drum (203) is rotatably connected between the mounting plates (201) and the mounting boxes (202). A motor (205) is arranged on the inner bottom wall of the lifeboat (1), and one end of a worm gear (206) is rotatably connected to the output end of the motor (205). The other end of the worm gear (206) is rotatably connected to the inner side of the mounting box (202). The worm gear (206) is meshed with a worm wheel (207), and a rotating shaft (204) is arranged in the middle of the worm wheel (207). Both ends of the rotating shaft (204) are connected to the drum (203). The folding mechanism (6) includes a square tube (603), which is respectively arranged on the outside of the lifeboat (1). The square tube (603) is provided with a cylindrical groove (604) inside. A round block (605) slides inside the cylindrical groove (604). A cylinder (606) is provided on the top of each round block (605). Multiple rotating blocks (607) are provided at equal intervals on the top of each cylinder (606). A round rod (608) is provided between each rotating block (607). The round rod (608) is rotatably connected to a rotating block (609). One end of a column (601) is provided on the top of each rotating block (609). A ring (602) is provided on the other end of each column (601). The water inlet mechanism (12) includes a water inlet pipe (1201), and multiple water inlet pipes (1201) are installed at the bottom of the lifeboat (1). A water pump (1204) is installed inside each water inlet pipe (1201), and coarse filter screen (1202) and fine filter screen (1203) are installed at equal intervals inside each water inlet pipe (1201).

2. A novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that, The rain shelter mechanism (3) includes a sliding plate (302), which is located on the inner side of the lifeboat (1). The inner side of each sliding plate (302) is provided with a groove (304), and an electric slider (305) slides inside each groove (304). One end of a rain shelter (301) is provided between the sliding plates (302), and the other end of the rain shelter (301) is provided between the electric sliders (305).

3. A novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that... The inside of each of the drums (203) is provided with one end of a cable (7), and the other end of the cable (7) passes through a ring (602) and is connected to the net (5).

4. A novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that... The horizontal plate (10) and vertical plate (11) divide the interior of the lifeboat (1) into multiple compartments, and each set of electronic one-way valves (9) and water inlet mechanisms (12) is connected to the corresponding compartment.

5. A novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that, Multiple warning lights (6010) are installed on the outer side of each column (601).

6. A novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea, as described in claim 2, is characterized in that, The bottom of each skateboard (302) is equipped with multiple heat lamps (303).

7. A novel semi-automatic marine rescue device for rescuing people who have fallen into the sea, as described in claim 1, is characterized in that, Multiple life rings (8) are provided on the outside of each lifeboat (1), and anti-slip rubber strips (14) are provided on the upper side of the net (5).

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