Energy-saving split type camera device

Abstract

The application provides an energy-saving split type camera equipment, which comprises a main body device, a camera device and a connecting device, the main body device is connected with the camera device through the connecting device. The main body device comprises an integrated controller, a blower and a protective shell, the integrated controller and the blower are accommodated in the protective shell. The connecting device comprises a U-shaped frame, a sleeve piece and two channel steel pieces, the U-shaped frame is installed on the protective shell, the U-shaped frame is provided with a first extension arm and a second extension arm, and the sleeve piece is arranged between the first extension arm and the second extension arm. The channel steel piece forms a first hollow channel with the first extension arm, and the channel steel piece forms a second hollow channel with the second extension arm. The sleeve piece penetrates the camera device, and a through hole is formed in the sleeve piece. The split type camera equipment can reduce the influence of the heat of electronic devices on the camera in the use process on the basis of improving the heat dissipation performance, and can realize the defogging effect when the air humidity is high.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of camera equipment technology, and in particular to an energy-saving split-type camera device. Background Technology

[0002] Video surveillance equipment represents the development of modern television surveillance. It integrates multiple devices and electronic components such as cameras, controllers, decoders, and protective covers. It is easy to install, simple to use, and powerful in function, and is widely used in various occasions.

[0003] Current camera equipment typically integrates multiple devices and electronic components into a single enclosure. However, the electronic components generate heat during operation, causing the internal temperature of the enclosure to rise. This can affect the internal components of the camera and disrupt its normal operation. Furthermore, high humidity levels can cause condensation to form on the camera lens surface, resulting in unclear images and hindering observation.

[0004] Therefore, how to design an energy-saving split-type camera device that can reduce the impact of electronic components' heat on the camera during use while improving heat dissipation performance, and at the same time achieve targeted defogging effect when the air humidity is high, is a technical problem that needs to be solved by those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide an energy-saving split-type camera device that can reduce the impact of electronic components' heat on the camera during use while improving heat dissipation performance, and can also achieve a targeted defogging effect when the air humidity is high.

[0006] The objective of this invention is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0007] An energy-saving split-type camera device includes: a main unit, a camera device, and a connecting device, wherein the main unit is connected to the camera device through the connecting device;

[0008] The main device includes: an integrated controller, a blower, and a protective housing. The integrated controller and the blower are housed within the protective housing, and a conductive wire is provided between the integrated controller and the camera device.

[0009] The connecting device includes: a U-shaped frame, a sleeve, and two channel steel members. The U-shaped frame is mounted on the protective shell. The U-shaped frame has a first extension arm and a second extension arm. The sleeve is located between the first extension arm and the second extension arm. The two channel steel members are respectively mounted on the inner sides of the first extension arm and the second extension arm. The channel steel members and the first extension arm form a first hollow channel, and the channel steel members and the second extension arm form a second hollow channel.

[0010] The sleeve is inserted through the camera device, and the sleeve is a hollow structure with a through hole; the first hollow channel connects the sleeve to the interior of the protective shell, and the second hollow channel connects the sleeve to the exterior of the protective shell.

[0011] In one embodiment, the second extension arm is provided with an air hole, which communicates with the second hollow channel;

[0012] The blower has two nozzles for air outlet or air inlet, one of which is located at the port of the first hollow channel, and the other nozzle faces the integrated controller.

[0013] In one embodiment, a filter block is provided in the second hollow channel, the filter block including filter cotton for filtering dust and desiccant for adsorbing water vapor.

[0014] In one embodiment, the protective housing includes a housing and a cover plate, the housing having a receiving cavity for accommodating the integrated controller and the blower, the cover plate covering the receiving cavity; the housing has a plurality of heat dissipation holes.

[0015] In one embodiment, the U-shaped frame is fixed to the integrated controller by bolts, and the protective housing has a barb portion that engages with the bolts.

[0016] In one embodiment, the integrated controller is provided with heat dissipation fins facing the cover plate, and the cover plate has a clearance window adapted to the heat dissipation fins.

[0017] In one embodiment, the blower is fixedly connected to the integrated controller via a clamp bracket.

[0018] In one embodiment, the camera device includes: a protective cover, a shielding plate, and a camera, the camera being housed within the protective cover, a sleeve being inserted through the protective cover, and the through hole of the sleeve being located inside the protective cover, the shielding plate being placed over the protective cover, and a limiting block being provided between the shielding plate and the sleeve.

[0019] In summary, the energy-saving split-type camera device 10 of the present invention can separate the camera device from the main device, thereby improving heat dissipation performance, reducing the impact of heat generated by electronic components on the camera during use, and specifically defogging the camera when the air humidity is high. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of the present invention and should not be regarded as a limitation on the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an energy-saving split-type camera device according to the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the main device and the camera device.

[0023] Figure 3 for Figure 1 An exploded view of the split-type camera device shown;

[0024] Figure 4 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the connecting device.

[0025] Figure 5 for Figure 4 A partial sectional view of the connecting device shown;

[0026] Figure 6 for Figure 3 The diagram shows the structure of the integrated controller and the blower. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To facilitate understanding of the present invention, a more complete description will be given below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Preferred embodiments of the invention are shown in the drawings. However, the invention can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of the invention.

[0028] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "fixed to" another element, it can be directly attached to the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is referred to as being "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0029] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. The terminology used herein in the description of the invention is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the invention. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0030] This invention provides an energy-saving split-type camera device 10, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, it includes: a main device 100, a camera device 200 and a connecting device 300, with the main device 100 connected to the camera device 200 via the connecting device 300.

[0031] The main device 100 includes an integrated controller 110, a blower 120, and a protective housing 130. The integrated controller 110 and the blower 120 are housed in the protective housing 130. A conductive wire (not shown) is provided between the integrated controller 110 and the camera device 200. The conductive wire is used to supply power and transmit electrical signals.

[0032] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the connecting device 300 includes: a U-shaped frame 310, a sleeve 320, and two channel steel members 330. The U-shaped frame 310 is mounted on the protective housing 130. The U-shaped frame 310 has a first extension arm 311 and a second extension arm 312. The sleeve 320 is located between the first extension arm 311 and the second extension arm 312. The two channel steel members 330 are respectively installed on the inner sides of the first extension arm 311 and the second extension arm 312. Figure 5 As shown, the channel steel component 330 and the first extension arm 311 form a first hollow channel 301, and the channel steel component 330 and the second extension arm 312 form a second hollow channel 302. The first hollow channel 301 and the second hollow channel 302 are used to accommodate conductive wires and also for ventilation. Their specific working principles will be explained below.

[0033] The sleeve 320 is hollow and has a through hole 321. A first hollow channel 301 connects the sleeve 320 to the interior of the protective housing 130, and a second hollow channel 302 connects the sleeve 320 to the exterior of the protective housing 130. Preferably, the sleeve 320 also has a clearance hole (not shown) for threading wires.

[0034] Preferably, the second extension arm 312 is provided with an air hole 313 (e.g., Figure 4 As shown, the vent 313 is connected to the second hollow channel 302, and the second hollow channel 302 is connected to the outside of the protective shell 130 through the vent 313.

[0035] In this embodiment, as Figure 3 As shown, the protective housing 130 includes a housing 131 and a cover plate 132. The housing 131 has a receiving cavity 133 for accommodating the integrated controller 110 and the blower 120. The cover plate 132 covers the receiving cavity 133. After being closed, the receiving cavity 133 forms a relatively enclosed space. The housing 131 has several heat dissipation holes 134, which allow for air exchange between the inside and outside of the space, thereby achieving heat exchange.

[0036] like Figure 3 As shown, the camera device 200 includes: a protective cover 210, a shielding plate 220, and a camera (not shown). The camera is housed within the protective cover 210. A sleeve 320 passes through the protective cover 210, with its through hole 321 located inside the protective cover 210. The shielding plate 220 covers the protective cover 210, and a limiting block 221 is provided between the shielding plate 220 and the sleeve 320. The limiting block 221 contacts and holds the sleeve 320, thus limiting its movement and preventing the sleeve 320 from rotating or sliding axially relative to the protective cover 210.

[0037] Compared with the prior art, the split-type camera device 10 of the present invention separates the camera device 200 from the device's electronic components (main device 100), thereby avoiding the phenomenon in the prior art where the heat generated by the device's electronic components affects the camera device 200. It should be noted that although the camera also generates heat during operation, the heat generated by the camera is much less than that generated by the integrated controller 110. That is, after separation, the heat generated by the integrated controller 110 during operation only causes the temperature inside the protective housing 130 to rise, and the heat is difficult to transfer to the camera device 200, thereby reducing the operating temperature of the camera device 200.

[0038] After separating the camera device 200 from the main device 100, the split-type camera device 10 of the present invention still needs to consider the following technical issues: First, the wiring problem between the camera device 200 and the main device 100. A conductive wire needs to be connected between the two to realize power supply and transmit electrical signals. The conductive wire needs to be supported and protected by the connecting device 300. Second, the heat dissipation problem of the camera device 200. Since the camera also generates heat when it is working, it also needs to be designed with corresponding heat dissipation measures. Third, the defogging problem of the camera device 200. When the ambient humidity is high, water fog often appears on the surface of the camera lens. Therefore, corresponding defogging measures need to be designed.

[0039] To solve these technical problems, the split-type camera device 10 of the present invention has been specially designed, and the structure of the connecting device 300 is as described above. The sleeve 320, the first hollow channel 301 and the second hollow channel 302 in the connecting device 300 cooperate with each other to form a channel for accommodating conductive wires and ventilation. Furthermore, by changing the cooperation between this channel and the blower 120, the direction of gas flow can be changed, thereby solving the above-mentioned problems.

[0040] Next, the design principle of the split-type camera device 10 of the present invention will be explained in conjunction with the above structure:

[0041] The first hollow channel 301 connects the interior of the sleeve 320 and the protective housing 130, and the conductive wire passes through the first hollow channel 301. Specifically, the conductive wire starts from the integrated controller 110, passes through the first hollow channel 301 and the sleeve 320, and finally exits through the through hole 321 or the clearance hole of the sleeve 320, and connects to the camera. In this way, the conductive wire electrically connects the integrated controller 110 and the camera for power supply and signal transmission.

[0042] Furthermore, the first hollow channel 301, the sleeve 320, and the second hollow channel 302 together form a C-type ventilation channel (such as...). Figure 5 As shown, by changing the suction and exhaust direction of the blower 120, the flow direction of the gas in the C-type ventilation channel can be controlled. It should also be noted that the blower 120 has two air nozzles for air outlet or air inlet, one of which is located at the port of the first hollow channel 301, and the other air nozzle faces the integrated controller 110;

[0043] When heat dissipation is required for the camera device 200, the blower 120 draws in air from the port of the first hollow channel 301 and blows it toward the integrated controller 110. Air flowing within the protective housing 130 is discharged from the heat dissipation hole 134, carrying away the heat generated by the integrated controller 110. Due to the gas flow within the protective housing 130, a negative pressure is created at the port of the first hollow channel 301, causing air within the first hollow channel 301 to flow into the interior of the protective housing 130. At this time, gas in the C-shaped ventilation channel flows from the second hollow channel 302 to the first hollow channel 301. Specifically, the hotter gas inside the camera device 200 enters the interior of the sleeve 320 through the through hole 321, and then is drawn into the protective housing 130 through the first hollow channel 301; while the cooler gas from the outside enters through the vent 313, passes through the second hollow channel 302 and the sleeve 320, and then enters the camera device 200 to balance the air pressure. In this way, the camera device 200 can be cooled.

[0044] When defogging is required, due to the high humidity of the ambient air, when gas comes into contact with components whose temperature is lower than the gas itself, it condenses on the surface of the components, forming water mist. In the initial stage of camera operation, the heat generated is relatively small, insufficient to raise the camera's surface temperature above the ambient temperature. In this case, the heat generated by the integrated controller 110 can be used to raise the surface temperature of the components, thereby reducing water vapor condensation and achieving the defogging effect. Specifically, the blower 120 draws in warmer gas from near the integrated controller 110 and blows it towards the port of the first hollow channel 301. The gas in the C-shaped ventilation channel flows from the first hollow channel 301 to the second hollow channel 302, that is, the gas passes sequentially through the first hollow channel 301, the sleeve 320, and the second hollow channel 302. When passing through the sleeve 320, some gas enters the camera device 200. This portion of gas is warmer and can appropriately heat the camera, making the camera's surface temperature higher than the temperature of the humid ambient air. This prevents water vapor from condensing on the camera lens, achieving the defogging function.

[0045] It should be emphasized that although existing technologies also employ blower 120 or fan structures, these structures only serve a single function of heat dissipation. In contrast, this invention, by changing the way the blower 120 interacts with the C-shaped ventilation channel, controls the flow of gas within the channel, thus allowing for the selection of either heat dissipation or defogging as needed, achieving two different functions. Furthermore, during defogging, the camera device 200 does not require an additional defogging or heating device; instead, it utilizes the significant heat generated by the integrated controller 110 to raise the surface temperature of the camera. This not only saves energy but also ensures proper heat dissipation for the integrated controller 110 during this period.

[0046] Preferably, a filter block (not shown) is provided inside the second hollow channel 302. The filter block includes filter cotton for filtering dust and a desiccant for absorbing moisture. During heat dissipation, outside air is mainly supplied to the camera device 200 through the second hollow channel 302. The filter block can filter dust and moisture in the air, achieving a dustproof and moisture-proof effect and improving the cleanliness of the inside of the camera device 200.

[0047] In this embodiment, the U-shaped frame 310 is fixed to the integrated controller 110 by bolts 314 (e.g., ...). Figure 4 As shown), the protective outer shell 130 has a barb portion 135 on its housing 131 (as shown). Figure 3 As shown, the barb 135 is engaged with the bolt 314. During installation, the U-shaped frame 310 is preferentially connected to the integrated controller 110, and the housing 131 covers the outside of the integrated controller 110. At this time, the barb 135 and the bolt 314 engage to limit the position of the protective housing 130. Then, the cover plate 132 is placed on top, making the protective housing 130 a whole, and the protective housing 130 cannot be separated from the integrated controller 110. In this way, by setting the barb 135, the installation of the protective housing 130 is more convenient and quick, improving production efficiency.

[0048] Preferred, such as Figure 6 As shown, the blower 120 is fixedly connected to the integrated controller 110 via a clamp bracket 121. The integrated controller 110 has heat dissipation fins 111 facing the cover plate 132, and the cover plate 132 has clearance windows 136 adapted to the heat dissipation fins 111 (e.g., ...). Figure 3 (As shown). When the cover plate 132 is closed with the housing 131, the heat dissipation fins 111 are directly exposed to the air through the clearance window 136, thereby improving the heat dissipation performance of the integrated controller 110.

[0049] In summary, the energy-saving split-type camera device 10 of the present invention can separate the camera device 200 from the main device 100, thereby improving heat dissipation performance, reducing the impact of heat generated by electronic components on the camera during use, and specifically defogging the camera when the air humidity is high.

[0050] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of the present invention, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of the present invention, and these all fall within the protection scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of this invention patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An energy-saving split-type camera device, characterized in that, include: The device includes a main unit, a camera device, and a connecting device, wherein the main unit is connected to the camera device via the connecting device. The main device includes: an integrated controller, a blower, and a protective housing. The integrated controller and the blower are housed within the protective housing, and a conductive wire is provided between the integrated controller and the camera device. The connecting device includes: a U-shaped frame, a sleeve, and two channel steel members. The U-shaped frame is mounted on the protective shell. The U-shaped frame has a first extension arm and a second extension arm. The sleeve is located between the first extension arm and the second extension arm. The two channel steel members are respectively mounted on the inner sides of the first extension arm and the second extension arm. The channel steel members and the first extension arm form a first hollow channel, and the channel steel members and the second extension arm form a second hollow channel. The sleeve is inserted through the camera device, and the sleeve is hollow with a through hole; the first hollow channel connects the sleeve to the interior of the protective shell, and the second hollow channel connects the sleeve to the exterior of the protective shell; The second extension arm has an air hole that communicates with the second hollow channel; the blower has two air nozzles for air intake or exhaust, one of which is located at the port of the first hollow channel, and the other is facing the integrated controller; when the camera needs to be cooled, the blower draws in air from the port of the first hollow channel and blows it toward the integrated controller; when the camera needs to be defogging, the blower draws in warmer gas from near the integrated controller and blows it toward the port of the first hollow channel. The second hollow channel is provided with a filter element block, which includes filter cotton for filtering dust and a desiccant for adsorbing water vapor.

2. The energy-saving split-type camera device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protective housing includes a housing and a cover plate. The housing has a cavity for accommodating the integrated controller and the blower, and the cover plate covers the cavity. The housing has several heat dissipation holes.

3. The energy-saving split-type camera device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The U-shaped frame is fixed to the integrated controller by bolts, and the protective shell has a barb portion that is engaged with the bolts.

4. The energy-saving split-type camera device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The integrated controller is provided with heat dissipation fins facing the cover plate, and the cover plate has a clearance window adapted to the heat dissipation fins.

5. The energy-saving split-type camera device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The blower is fixedly connected to the integrated controller via a clamp bracket.

6. The energy-saving split-type camera device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The camera device includes a protective cover, a shielding plate, and a camera. The camera is housed inside the protective cover. The sleeve is inserted through the protective cover, and the through hole of the sleeve is located inside the protective cover. The shielding plate covers the protective cover, and a limiting block is provided between the shielding plate and the sleeve.

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