Ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system and operation method thereof

Abstract

The invention discloses a ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system which comprises a robot body (7) and a robot parking base station (8), and the robot system is provided with an autonomous moving chassis (1), an automatic cleaning module (2), a monitoring sensing module (3), a maintenance toolkit (4), a control and communication unit (5) and a power driving module (6). The invention further discloses an operation method adopted by the robot system. By adopting the technical scheme, the deck cleaning efficiency is obviously improved, and the manual labor intensity is reduced; the automation degree is improved, long-time uninterrupted work can be achieved, and the downtime is shortened; all deck areas are accurately cleaned and covered, the appearance of the ship is guaranteed, the working environment and the comfort degree of ship passengers are improved, and then the working efficiency of ship related workers is improved; and a simple maintenance function is achieved, and the service life of deck equipment and marine devices is prolonged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of ship management and maintenance. More specifically, the present invention relates to a ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system. The present invention also relates to an operation method adopted by the robot system. Background Art

[0002] During a long voyage, oil, garbage and other debris are easily accumulated on the deck. If not cleaned in time, it will not only affect the appearance of the ship, but also may have an adverse effect on the ship's performance and navigation safety. Traditional manual cleaning methods have problems such as high labor intensity, low efficiency, and difficulty in covering all areas. Therefore, it is particularly important to develop an automated and efficient ship deck cleaning and maintenance system.

[0003] Defects of the prior art:

[0004] The existing ship deck cleaning is mainly done manually, which is troublesome and labor-intensive. It is difficult to control every detail, which will lead to inconsistency in cleaning effect and affect the cleaning effect.

[0005] Manual cleaning may also expose you to harmful cleaning agents or dust particles, which may cause health hazards such as respiratory diseases, skin allergies, etc.

[0006] Using keywords such as "" to search for existing public technical literature, the following search results are obtained:

[0007] 1. Chinese patent document: "A powerful cleaning mechanism of a ship robot", patent (application) number: 202010576771.0; the technical solution recorded is:

[0008] "The powerful cleaning mechanism of the ship robot includes a machine base, a rail groove is provided on the top of the machine base; a base, a support plate is provided above the base, and a hydraulic rod is provided between the base and the support plate, pulleys are provided on both sides of the bottom of the base, a driving wheel and a fourth motor are provided at the bottom of the base, the fourth motor is connected to the driving wheel through a belt and a pulley, and a third motor is provided inside the support plate; when in use, the driving wheel can be rotated under the action of the fourth motor, and then the base can be moved along the machine base, so that the device can be moved from the bow to the stern of the coal ship; the first motor drives the auger to rotate, so that the feed pipe can extract the coal on the coal ship and transport it to the conveying frame through the guide cover, and at the same time, with the conveyor belt, the coal on the coal ship can be quickly transported to the shore";

[0009] The technical effects recorded are:

[0010] "The hydraulic rod can be used to move the feed pipe up or down, so that the feed pipe can be inserted into the inner bottom of the coal ship. At the same time, in conjunction with the second motor, synchronous belt and synchronous wheel, the connecting block can drive the feed pipe to move along the conveying frame, and then adjust the position of the feed pipe inside the coal ship to improve the efficiency and cleanliness of the device when unloading coal."

[0011] 2. Chinese patent document: "A ship coal slag cleaning robot", patent (application) number: 202010576773.X, the technical solution recorded is:

[0012] "The ship coal slag cleaning robot includes a chassis, two outer parts of the chassis are provided with track wheels, a second support rod is provided at the upper part of the front end of the chassis, the second support rod can move in the chassis, a cleaning roller is rotatably installed at the middle part of the front end of the second support rod, a first support rod is provided at the middle part of the front end of the chassis, a material receiving trough is provided at the middle part of the outer side of the first support rod, a water tank is fixedly installed at the rear of the chassis, and a third support rod is provided outside the chassis. The device is driven by a motor to drive the rotating rod and the gear, and the gear drives the outer rack and the cleaning roller to rotate as a whole, and the wall surface can be cleaned by the rolling of the cleaning roller";

[0013] The technical effects recorded are:

[0014] "The structure is simple and reliable, and it is extremely practical; through the combined cleaning of the long cleaning brush and the short cleaning brush, the cleaning quality of the wall can be improved and the stability of the structure can be enhanced."

[0015] However, the technical solutions recorded in the above-mentioned technical documents and the related technical solutions currently in public application have not been able to solve the problems and defects existing in the prior art, such as "inaccurate cleaning, poor cleaning effect, and high manual labor intensity". Summary of the invention

[0016] The invention provides a ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system, which aims to improve the cleaning efficiency of the ship deck and reduce the manual labor intensity.

[0017] In order to achieve the above object, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is:

[0018] The ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system of the present invention comprises a robot body and a robot parking base station; the robot system is provided with an autonomous mobile chassis, an automatic cleaning module, a monitoring sensor module, a maintenance tool kit, a control and communication unit and a power drive module.

[0019] The autonomous mobile chassis uses a high-precision navigation system for navigation, which includes GPS, Beidou navigation system, inertial navigation and visual recognition technology.

[0020] The autonomous mobile chassis is provided with a water storage tank and a water inlet pipe joint; the robot parking base station is provided with a water delivery pipe joint matching the water inlet pipe joint.

[0021] The automatic cleaning module includes a high-pressure water gun, a rotating cleaning brush, a vacuum cleaner and a corresponding garbage collection device.

[0022] The monitoring sensor module includes an obstacle avoidance sensor, an oil pollution sensor, and a garbage detection sensor.

[0023] The maintenance tool kit is equipped with a fastener inspection tool and a lubricant filler.

[0024] The control and communication unit integrates a system control unit, a fault alarm device and a wireless communication module; the system control unit stores a control program for the intelligent operation of the robot.

[0025] The power drive module is provided with a rechargeable battery and an automatic induction charging device; the robot parking base station is provided with an automatic induction power supply device matching the automatic induction charging device; the rechargeable battery provides power supply and control power supply for the autonomous mobile chassis, automatic cleaning module, monitoring sensor module, maintenance tool kit and control and communication unit.

[0026] In order to achieve the same invention purpose as the above technical solution, the present invention also provides an operation method of the above-mentioned ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system, and its technical solution is that the operation method comprises the following steps:

[0027] 1. After the robot system is started, the robot moves autonomously on the deck according to the preset cleaning route or the instructions received in real time;

[0028] 2. The monitoring sensor module detects the deck surface status in real time and automatically switches the working mode of the automatic cleaning module according to the type of dirt;

[0029] 3. During the cleaning process, the robot can achieve different degrees of cleaning effects by adjusting the water spray pressure of the high-pressure water gun, the speed of the rotating cleaning brush head, and the suction strength parameters of the vacuum cleaner;

[0030] 4. The control program of the control and communication unit stores data generated during operation and updates the control program by self-learning;

[0031] 5. After completing the cleaning task, the robot automatically returns to the robot parking base station, automatically refills the water tank and charges the rechargeable battery; the control and communication unit sends information to notify the management staff to process the collected garbage and perform normal maintenance on the robot;

[0032] 6. The control and communication unit detects and determines whether the robot fails; if the robot fails, the control and communication unit sends a message to notify the management personnel to handle it;

[0033] 7. The control and communication unit is in standby state, waiting to receive the control instructions for the next task.

[0034] The present invention adopts the above technical scheme, which significantly improves the deck cleaning efficiency and reduces the labor intensity; improves the degree of automation, can work uninterruptedly for a long time, and reduces downtime; accurately cleans, covers all deck areas, ensures the appearance of the ship, improves the working environment and the comfort of the passengers, and thus helps to improve the work efficiency of ship-related personnel; has a simple maintenance function, and extends the service life of deck equipment and marine devices. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0035] The contents shown in the attached drawings and the symbols in the drawings are briefly described as follows:

[0036] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the present invention.

[0037] The markings in the figure are:

[0038] 1. Autonomous mobile chassis, 2. Automatic cleaning module, 3. Monitoring sensor module, 4. Maintenance tool kit, 5. Control and communication unit, 6. Power drive module, 7. Robot body, 8. Robot parking base station. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0039] The specific implementation modes of the present invention are further explained in detail below by describing the embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings, so as to help those skilled in the art to have a more complete, accurate and in-depth understanding of the inventive concept and technical solution of the present invention.

[0040] like Figure 1 The structure of the present invention shown is a ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system, including a robot body 7 and a robot berthing base station 8.

[0041] In order to solve the problems existing in the prior art and overcome its defects, and to achieve the invention purpose of improving the cleaning efficiency of ship decks and reducing the labor intensity, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is:

[0042] like Figure 1 As shown, the ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system of the present invention comprises an autonomous mobile chassis 1, an automatic cleaning module 2, a monitoring sensor module 3, a maintenance tool kit 4, a control and communication unit 5 and a power drive module 6.

[0043] The above technical solution of the present invention significantly improves the deck cleaning efficiency and reduces the labor intensity of manual labor; it has a high degree of automation and can work uninterruptedly for a long time, reducing downtime; it can accurately clean and cover all deck areas, improving the appearance and performance of the ship; it has simple maintenance functions and prolongs the service life of deck equipment and fasteners.

[0044] The structural composition of the present invention is specifically analyzed as follows:

[0045] 1. The autonomous mobile chassis 1 uses a high-precision navigation system for navigation. The high-precision navigation system includes GPS, Beidou navigation system, inertial navigation and visual recognition technology. High-precision navigation systems such as GPS, inertial navigation and visual recognition technology are used to ensure the precise movement and positioning of the robot on the deck. The system can move autonomously on the deck and efficiently clean the deck surface.

[0046] The autonomous mobile chassis 1 is driven by a driving motor to drive the power rollers to move; the guide motor drives the guide rollers to change the movement direction of the robot.

[0047] 2. The autonomous mobile chassis 1 is provided with a water storage tank and a water inlet pipe joint; the robot parking base station 8 is provided with a water delivery pipe joint matching the water inlet pipe joint.

[0048] When the robot returns to the robot parking base station 8, the water storage tank is replenished with water through the automatic connection of the water inlet pipe joint and the water delivery pipe joint and the control of the water inlet valve.

[0049] 3. The automatic cleaning module 2 includes a high-pressure water gun, a rotating cleaning brush, a vacuum cleaner and a corresponding garbage collection device. The automatic cleaning module 2 integrates high-pressure water guns, rotating brushes, vacuum cleaners and other equipment, and can select a suitable cleaning method according to the different types of dirt and garbage on the deck surface.

[0050] The high-pressure water gun can spray and remove the dirt that is strongly bonded to the ground; the rotating brush can collect the garbage on the ground, making it easier for the vacuum cleaner to absorb it into the garbage bag.

[0051] 4. The monitoring sensor module 3 includes an obstacle avoidance sensor, an oil pollution sensor, and a garbage detection sensor, which monitor the deck surface status in real time and guide the cleaning work.

[0052] 5. The maintenance tool kit 4 is equipped with fastener inspection tools and lubricant filler. The robot carries simple maintenance tools, such as fastener inspection tools, lubricant filler, etc., with simple maintenance functions, and can perform daily maintenance on the robot and small equipment and fasteners on the deck, which is convenient and easy.

[0053] 6. The control and communication unit 5 integrates a system control unit, a fault alarm device and a wireless communication module; the system control unit stores the control program for the intelligent operation of the robot to realize functions such as remote monitoring, task allocation and fault alarm.

[0054] 7. The power drive module 6 is provided with a rechargeable battery and an automatic induction charging device; the robot parking base station 8 is provided with an automatic induction power supply device matching the automatic induction charging device; the rechargeable battery provides power supply and control power supply for the autonomous mobile chassis 1, the automatic cleaning module 2, the monitoring sensor module 3, the maintenance tool kit 4 and the control and communication unit 5.

[0055] The specific analysis of the technical effects of the present invention is as follows:

[0056] 1. Improve cleaning efficiency and quality:

[0057] (1) Automated operation: By introducing automation technology and intelligent control systems, the ship's automatic cleaning and maintenance device can automatically perform cleaning tasks without a lot of manual intervention, thereby significantly improving the efficiency of cleaning operations;

[0058] (2) To achieve precise cleaning, the device can adopt appropriate cleaning methods and strengths according to the different materials and dirt types on the ship's surface, achieving a more precise and thorough cleaning effect.

[0059] 2. Reduce labor costs and safety risks:

[0060] (1) Reduce manpower requirements: The use of automated cleaning and maintenance devices can significantly reduce the manpower input of crew members in cleaning operations and reduce labor costs;

[0061] (2) Improve operational safety: When performing cleaning operations at high altitudes, in narrow or dangerous areas, automated devices can replace manual work and effectively avoid the risk of personal injury.

[0062] 3. Energy saving, environmental protection and resource optimization:

[0063] (1) Energy saving and emission reduction: Compared with traditional manual cleaning methods, automated cleaning devices can usually more accurately control the amount of detergent and water consumption, thereby achieving energy saving and emission reduction effects;

[0064] (2) Resource optimization: Through intelligent management, the device can rationally dispatch cleaning resources, avoid resource waste, and improve resource utilization efficiency.

[0065] 4. Extend the service life of ships:

[0066] (1) Effective maintenance: Regular automatic cleaning and maintenance of the ship can promptly detect and deal with dirt and corrosion problems on the ship's surface to prevent further damage to the ship's structure and materials;

[0067] (2) Protective coating: The automated cleaning device can avoid excessive wear or damage to the ship's surface coating during the cleaning process, thereby protecting the coating from damage and extending its service life.

[0068] 5. Improve ship operation efficiency:

[0069] (1) Reduce downtime: Automated cleaning and maintenance devices can quickly and efficiently complete cleaning tasks, reduce downtime for cleaning operations, and improve ship operation efficiency;

[0070] (2) Enhance market competitiveness: Ships with automated cleaning and maintenance capabilities are more competitive in the market, can attract more customers and enhance the corporate image.

[0071] The technical solution of the operating method of the present invention:

[0072] In order to achieve the same invention purpose as the above technical solution, the present invention also provides an operation method of the above-mentioned ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system, and its technical solution is that the operation method comprises the following steps:

[0073] 1. After the robot system is started, the robot moves autonomously on the deck according to the preset cleaning route or the instructions received in real time;

[0074] 2. The monitoring sensor module 3 detects the deck surface status in real time and automatically switches the working mode of the automatic cleaning module 2 according to the type of dirt;

[0075] 3. During the cleaning process, the robot can achieve different degrees of cleaning effects by adjusting the water spray pressure of the high-pressure water gun, the speed of the rotating cleaning brush head, and the suction strength parameters of the vacuum cleaner;

[0076] 4. The control program of the control and communication unit 5 stores the data generated during operation and updates the control program by self-learning;

[0077] 5. After completing the cleaning task, the robot automatically returns to the robot parking base station 8, automatically replenishes the water tank and charges the rechargeable battery; the control and communication unit 5 sends information to notify the management personnel to process the collected garbage and perform normal maintenance on the robot;

[0078] 6. The control and communication unit 5 detects and determines whether the robot fails; if the robot fails, the control and communication unit 5 sends a message to notify the management personnel to handle it;

[0079] 7. The control and communication unit 5 is in standby state, waiting to receive the control instruction of the next task.

[0080] The technical innovation and performance of the present invention are embodied in the following aspects:

[0081] 1. Technological innovation:

[0082] (1) Automatic cleaning technology and automated mechanical structures, such as connecting rod lifting cleaning moving devices and reciprocating cleaning devices, are used to achieve efficient and comprehensive cleaning of the ship surface.

[0083] (2) Adopt intelligent control technology: Use sensors, control systems and algorithms to realize intelligent control of the automatic cleaning process, including path planning, cleaning intensity adjustment, cleaning fluid usage management, etc.

[0084] (3) Adopt energy-saving and environmentally friendly technologies: use the waste heat of the ship's power system to heat the cleaning fluid, or use clean energy as the power source of the automatic cleaning device to reduce energy consumption and environmental pollution.

[0085] 2. Practicality:

[0086] (1) Strong adaptability: The automatic cleaning device can adapt to different types of ship surfaces and complex operating environments, ensuring stable and reliable operation under different working conditions.

[0087] (2) Easy to operate: The operating procedures of the automatic cleaning device are simple and easy to understand, which reduces manual intervention and reduces the training cost and workload of operators.

[0088] (3) Easy maintenance: It adopts a structure that is easy to maintain and service, and provides a detailed maintenance manual and spare parts list to ensure that the automatic cleaning device can operate stably for a long time.

[0089] 3. Security:

[0090] (1) Protective measures: During operation, the automatic cleaning device can protect the surface of the ship from being scratched or damaged, while ensuring the safety of the operator and the equipment itself.

[0091] (2) Fault warning and protection: Through the fault warning system and safety protection device, timely alarm can be given and corresponding protection measures can be taken when abnormal situations occur.

[0092] The present invention is described above by way of example in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. It is obvious that the specific implementation of the present invention is not limited to the above-mentioned method. As long as various non-substantial improvements are made using the method concept and technical solution of the present invention, or the concept and technical solution of the present invention are directly applied to other occasions without improvement, they are all within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system, comprising a robot body (7) and a robot berthing base station (8), characterized in that: The robot system is provided with an autonomous mobile chassis (1), an automatic cleaning module (2), a monitoring sensor module (3), a maintenance tool kit (4), a control and communication unit (5) and a power drive module (6).

2. The ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The autonomous mobile chassis (1) uses a high-precision navigation system for navigation.

3. The ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The high-precision navigation system includes GPS, Beidou navigation system, inertial navigation and visual recognition technology.

4. The ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The autonomous mobile chassis (1) is provided with a water storage tank and a water inlet pipe joint; the robot parking base station (8) is provided with a water delivery pipe joint matching the water inlet pipe joint.

5. The ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The automatic cleaning module (2) comprises a high-pressure water gun, a rotating cleaning brush, a vacuum cleaner and a corresponding garbage collection device.

6. The ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The monitoring sensor module (3) comprises an obstacle avoidance sensor, an oil pollution sensor, and a garbage detection sensor.

7. The ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The maintenance tool kit (4) is equipped with a fastener inspection tool and a lubricating oil filler.

8. The ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control and communication unit (5) integrates a system control unit, a fault alarm device and a wireless communication module; the system control unit stores a control program for the intelligent operation of the robot.

9. The ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power drive module (6) is provided with a rechargeable battery and an automatic induction charging device; the robot parking base station (8) is provided with an automatic induction power supply device matching the automatic induction charging device; the rechargeable battery provides power supply and control power supply for the autonomous mobile chassis (1), the automatic cleaning module (2), the monitoring sensor module (3), the maintenance tool kit (4) and the control and communication unit (5).

10. The method for operating the ship deck automatic cleaning and maintenance robot system according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that: The operating method comprises the following steps: 1) After the robot system is started, the robot moves autonomously on the deck according to the preset cleaning route or the instructions received in real time; 2) The monitoring sensor module (3) detects the state of the deck surface in real time and automatically switches the working mode of the automatic cleaning module (2) according to the type of dirt; 3) During the cleaning process, the robot can achieve different degrees of cleaning effects by adjusting the water spray pressure of the high-pressure water gun, the speed of the rotating cleaning brush head, and the suction strength parameters of the vacuum cleaner; 4) The control program of the control and communication unit (5) stores data generated during operation and updates the control program by self-learning; 5) After completing the cleaning task, the robot automatically returns to the robot parking base station (8), automatically refills the water tank and charges the rechargeable battery; the control and communication unit (5) sends information to notify the management personnel to process the collected garbage and perform normal maintenance on the robot; 6) The control and communication unit (5) detects and determines whether the robot fails; if the robot fails, the control and communication unit (5) sends a message to notify the management personnel to handle the problem; 7) The control and communication unit (5) is in a standby state, waiting to receive the control instruction of the next task.

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