Propulsion operating system and method for a marine vessel

Abstract

The application discloses a kind of propelling operation system and method for ship, it is related to ship power system automation control technical field.The ship includes engine room, engine room includes first pod, second pod and shaft propeller unit, propelling operation system includes: the public control module, first pod control module, second pod control module and shaft propeller control module connected in turn ring network;Wherein, the public control module is used to issue control signal;First pod control module is used to respond to control signal to control first pod;Second pod control module is used to respond to control signal to control second pod;Shaft propeller control module is used to respond to control signal to control shaft propeller unit.Such, by setting public control module, first pod control module, second pod control module and shaft propeller control module, the control of diesel-electric propulsion power system is realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automated control technology for marine power systems, specifically to a propulsion operating system and method for ships. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the power systems of ships used for polar scientific research have gradually transitioned from diesel engine power systems and gas turbine power systems to diesel-electric propulsion power systems, that is, diesel generator sets generate electricity as the power source, while podded electric propulsion systems are used.

[0003] However, the propulsion operating system applicable to diesel engine and gas turbine power systems is not applicable to diesel-electric propulsion systems, which affects the safety of ship navigation. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This application provides a propulsion operating system for ships, which solves the problem of the lack of a suitable propulsion operating system for diesel-electric propulsion systems in the prior art by setting up a common control module, a first pod control module, a second pod control module, and a shaft propeller control module. This application also provides a propulsion operation method for ships.

[0005] This application provides a propulsion operating system for a ship, the ship including an engine room, the engine room including a first pod, a second pod, and a propeller unit, the propulsion operating system including:

[0006] The common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the shaft propeller control module are connected in sequence via a ring network.

[0007] The common control module is used to issue control signals; the first pod control module is used to control the first pod in response to the control signals; the second pod control module is used to control the second pod in response to the control signals; and the propeller control module is used to control the propeller unit in response to the control signals.

[0008] In some embodiments, the vessel further includes a central control room and multiple bridges, and the common control module includes:

[0009] A public control master station and multiple public control substations are connected in a ring network in sequence; at least one public control substation is set in each driver's cab, the public control master station is set in the central control room, and at least one public control substation is set in the central control room;

[0010] The public control master station interacts with the ship's energy management system and the ship's Beidou system to control the ship's propulsion.

[0011] In some embodiments, the common control module further includes:

[0012] Multiple first panel areas are provided, with at least one first panel area in the central control room and at least one first panel area in each driver's cab; the common control master station is electrically connected to at least one first panel area, and each common control substation is electrically connected to at least one first panel area.

[0013] In some embodiments, the first pod control module includes:

[0014] The first pod control master station and multiple first pod control substations are connected in a ring network in sequence; at least one first pod control substation is set in each driver's cab, the first pod control master station is set in the central control room, and at least one first pod control substation is set in the central control room.

[0015] The first pod control master station interacts with the first pod, the ship's autonomous navigation system, the ship's dynamic positioning system, the ship's joint maneuvering system, and the BeiDou system to control the ship's propulsion.

[0016] In some embodiments, the first pod control module further includes:

[0017] Multiple second panel areas are provided, with at least one second panel area provided in the central control room and at least one second panel area provided in each driver's cab; the first pod control master station is electrically connected to at least one second panel area, and each first pod control substation is electrically connected to at least one second panel area.

[0018] In some embodiments, the second pod control module includes:

[0019] The second pod control master station and multiple second pod control substations are connected in a ring network in sequence; each driver's cab is equipped with at least one second pod control substation, the central control room is equipped with the second pod control master station, and the central control room is equipped with at least one second pod control substation.

[0020] The second pod control master station interacts with the second pod, the autonomous navigation system, the dynamic positioning system, the joint operation system, and the Beidou system to control the ship's propulsion.

[0021] In some embodiments, the second pod control module further includes:

[0022] Multiple third panel areas are provided, with at least one third panel area provided in the central control room and at least one third panel area provided in each driver's cab; the second pod master station is electrically connected to at least one of the third panel areas, and each second pod substation is electrically connected to at least one of the third panel areas.

[0023] In some embodiments, the propeller control module includes:

[0024] The system includes a master propeller control station and multiple propeller control substations, which are sequentially connected in a ring network. Each driver's cab has at least one propeller control substation, and the central control room has the master propeller control station and at least one propeller control substation.

[0025] The propeller control master station interacts with the propeller unit, the autonomous navigation system, the dynamic positioning system, the joint maneuvering system, and the BeiDou system to control the ship's propulsion.

[0026] In some embodiments, the propeller control module further includes:

[0027] Multiple fourth panel areas are provided, with at least one fourth panel area provided in the central control room and at least one fourth panel area provided in each of the driver's cabs; the propeller control master station is electrically connected to at least one of the fourth panel areas, and each propeller control substation is electrically connected to at least one of the fourth panel areas.

[0028] In some embodiments, the central control room is equipped with a central control box, and the common control master station, the first pod control master station, the second pod control master station and the propeller control master station are integrated in the central control box.

[0029] In some embodiments, the central control room is provided with a first console, which is electrically connected to the central control box. The common control substation, the first pod control substation, the second pod control substation, and the propeller control substation are integrated into the first console.

[0030] In some embodiments, the cab is provided with a second console, and the common control substation, the first pod control substation, the second pod control substation and the propeller control substation are integrated into the second console.

[0031] Accordingly, this application provides a propulsion operation method for a ship, the ship including an engine room, the engine room including a first pod, a second pod, and a propeller unit, the propulsion operation method being applied to a propulsion operating system as described in any of the above embodiments, the propulsion operation method including:

[0032] Obtain the operating status of the common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the shaft propeller control module;

[0033] In response to the first operating state, the control signal issued by the common control module is acquired; wherein, the first operating state is configured such that the common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module and the propeller control module are all operating normally;

[0034] In response to the control signal, the first pod is controlled by the first pod control module, the second pod is controlled by the second pod control module, and the propeller unit is controlled by the propeller control module to complete the propulsion of the ship.

[0035] In some embodiments, it also includes:

[0036] In response to the second operating state, the system acquires a first handle position signal through a second panel area, a second handle position signal through a third panel area, and a third handle position signal through a fourth panel area; wherein the second operating state is configured as a common control module failure, and the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module are operating normally.

[0037] In response to the first handle position signal, the first pod is controlled via the first pod control module;

[0038] In response to the second handle position signal, the second pod is controlled via the second pod control module;

[0039] In response to the third handle position signal, the propeller unit is controlled by the propeller control module to complete the propulsion of the ship.

[0040] In some embodiments, it also includes:

[0041] In response to the operating state being a third operating state, the control signal is acquired; wherein the third operating state is configured such that the common control module is operating normally, and at least one of the control modules of the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module is malfunctioning;

[0042] In response to the control signal, the propulsion of the vessel is completed by the control module, which is functioning without malfunction.

[0043] Compared with existing technologies, this application provides a propulsion operating system for ships. The ship includes an engine room, which comprises a first pod, a second pod, and a propeller unit. The propulsion operating system includes a common control module, a first pod control module, a second pod control module, and a propeller control module connected in a ring network. The common control module issues control signals; the first pod control module responds to the control signals to control the first pod; the second pod control module responds to the control signals to control the second pod; and the propeller control module responds to the control signals to control the propeller unit. Thus, by setting up the common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module, control of the diesel-electric propulsion system is achieved, improving ship operational safety.

[0044] It is understood that, compared with the prior art, the propulsion operation method for ships provided in this application has all the technical features and beneficial effects of the aforementioned propulsion operating system for ships, which will not be repeated here. Attached Figure Description

[0045] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0046] Figure 1 A first structural schematic diagram of a propulsion operating system for a ship provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0047] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of a second structure for a ship's propulsion operating system provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0048] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of a second control console in the forward cockpit of a ship's propulsion operating system, provided as an embodiment of this application;

[0049] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the structure of a second control console in the rear cockpit of a ship's propulsion operating system, provided as an embodiment of this application;

[0050] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second control console in the left-wing bridge of a ship's propulsion operating system, provided as an embodiment of this application;

[0051] Figure 6A schematic diagram of the structure of the first control console in the central control room of a ship's propulsion operating system, provided as an embodiment of this application;

[0052] Figure 7 This is a schematic flowchart of a propulsion operation method for a ship, provided as an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0053] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this application without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0054] This application provides a propulsion operating system for ships. Please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 This illustration shows a first structural diagram of a propulsion operating system for a ship provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0055] Figure 2 This illustration shows a second structural diagram of a propulsion operating system for a ship provided in an embodiment of this application. A first embodiment of this application provides a propulsion operating system for a ship, the ship including an engine room, the engine room including a first pod, a second pod, and a shaft propeller unit. The propulsion operating system includes: a common control module, a first pod control module, a second pod control module, and a shaft propeller control module connected in a ring network in sequence; wherein, the common control module is used to issue control signals; the first pod control module is used to control the first pod in response to the control signals; the second pod control module is used to control the second pod in response to the control signals; and the shaft propeller control module is used to control the shaft propeller unit in response to the control signals. Thus, by setting up the common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the shaft propeller control module, control of the diesel-electric propulsion system is achieved, improving ship operational safety.

[0056] In some embodiments, the vessel further includes a central control room and multiple bridges. The common control module includes a common control master station and multiple common control substations, which are sequentially connected in a ring network. At least one common control substation is located in each bridge, and a common control master station is located in the central control room, which also contains at least one common control substation. The common control master station interacts with the vessel's energy management system and its BeiDou system to control the vessel's propulsion. Specifically, the common control master station is connected to the common control substations in the forward, aft, port, and starboard bridges via an Ethernet ring network to ensure internal communication within the common control module. Based on this, the common control master station interacts with the vessel's energy management system and its BeiDou system to achieve effective management of the vessel's energy, optimize energy utilization, reduce energy waste, and thus lower operating costs and environmental impact. Simultaneously, it improves the accuracy of the vessel's navigation and positioning, enhances navigation safety, and enables remote monitoring and control of the vessel, thereby improving the efficiency and safety of vessel operations.

[0057] In some embodiments, the common control module further includes: multiple first panel areas, with at least one first panel area set in the central control room and at least one first panel area set in each bridge; the common control master station is electrically connected to at least one first panel area, and each common control substation is electrically connected to at least one first panel area. Thus, the multiple first panel areas enable more comprehensive and intuitive information display, facilitating convenient monitoring and operation of the ship's energy management system and BeiDou system from both the central control room and each bridge, thereby improving crew efficiency and reducing the risk of misoperation. Furthermore, the electrical connection between the common control master station and at least one first panel area, as well as the electrical connection between each common control substation and at least one first panel area, enables rapid information transmission and real-time monitoring, resulting in more timely and accurate understanding of the ship's operational status. This facilitates timely adjustments to the ship's operational strategies, improving operational efficiency and safety.

[0058] In some embodiments, the first pod control module includes: a first pod control master station and multiple first pod control substations, which are sequentially connected in a ring network. At least one first pod control substation is located in each bridge, and a first pod control master station is located in the central control room, which also contains at least one first pod control substation. The first pod control master station interacts with the first pod, the ship's autonomous navigation system, the ship's dynamic positioning system, the ship's joint maneuvering system, and the BeiDou system to control the ship's propulsion. Specifically, the first pod control master station is connected to the first pod control substations in the forward bridge, aft bridge, port bridge, and starboard bridge via an Ethernet ring network to ensure internal communication within the first pod control module. Based on this, the first pod control master station interacts with the first pod, the ship's autonomous navigation system, the ship's dynamic positioning system, the ship's joint maneuvering system, and the BeiDou system to achieve effective control of the first pod, enhance the ship's navigation safety, and improve the efficiency and safety of ship operations.

[0059] In some embodiments, the first pod control module further includes: multiple second panel areas, with at least one second panel area provided in the central control room and at least one second panel area provided in each bridge; the first pod control master station is electrically connected to at least one second panel area, and each first pod control substation is electrically connected to at least one second panel area. Thus, the multiple second panel areas make information display more comprehensive and intuitive, allowing for convenient monitoring and operation of the first pod control module in both the central control room and each bridge, improving work efficiency and reducing the risk of misoperation. Furthermore, the electrical connection between the first pod control master station and at least one second panel area, as well as the electrical connection between each first pod control substation and at least one second panel area, enables rapid information transmission and real-time monitoring, resulting in more timely and accurate understanding of the ship's operational status. This facilitates timely adjustments to the ship's operational strategies, improving operational efficiency and safety.

[0060] In some embodiments, the second pod control module includes: a second pod control master station and multiple second pod control substations, which are sequentially connected in a ring network. At least one second pod control substation is located in each bridge, and a second pod control master station is located in the central control room, which also contains at least one second pod control substation. The second pod control master station interacts with the second pod, the autonomous navigation system, the dynamic positioning system, the joint maneuvering system, and the BeiDou system to control ship propulsion. Specifically, the second pod control master station is connected to the second pod control substations in the forward bridge, aft bridge, port bridge, and starboard bridge via an Ethernet ring network to ensure internal communication within the second pod control module. Based on this, the second pod control master station interacts with the second pod, the ship's autonomous navigation system, the ship's dynamic positioning system, the ship's joint maneuvering system, and the BeiDou system to achieve effective control of the second pod, enhance ship navigation safety, and improve the efficiency and safety of ship operations.

[0061] In some embodiments, the second pod control module further includes: multiple third panel areas, with at least one third panel area provided in the central control room and at least one third panel area provided in each bridge; the second pod master station is electrically connected to at least one third panel area, and each second pod substation is electrically connected to at least one third panel area. Thus, the multiple third panel areas make information display more comprehensive and intuitive, allowing for convenient monitoring and operation of the second pod control module in both the central control room and each bridge, improving work efficiency and reducing the risk of misoperation. Furthermore, the electrical connection between the second pod control master station and at least one third panel area, as well as the electrical connection between each second pod control substation and at least one third panel area, enables rapid information transmission and real-time monitoring, resulting in more timely and accurate understanding of the ship's operational status. This facilitates timely adjustments to the ship's operational strategies, improving operational efficiency and safety.

[0062] In some embodiments, the propeller control module includes: a propeller control master station and multiple propeller control substations, which are sequentially connected in a ring network. At least one propeller control substation is located in each bridge, and a propeller control master station, with at least one propeller control substation, is located in the central control room. The propeller control master station interacts with the propeller unit, the autonomous navigation system, the dynamic positioning system, the joint maneuvering system, and the BeiDou system to control the ship's propulsion. Specifically, the propeller control master station is connected to the propeller control substations in the forward bridge, aft bridge, port bridge, and starboard bridge via an Ethernet ring network to ensure internal communication within the propeller control module. Based on this, the propeller control master station interacts with the propeller unit, the ship's autonomous navigation system, the ship's dynamic positioning system, the ship's joint maneuvering system, and the BeiDou system to achieve effective control of the propeller, enhance navigation safety, and improve the efficiency and safety of ship operations.

[0063] In some embodiments, the propeller control module further includes: multiple fourth panel areas, with at least one fourth panel area provided in the central control room and at least one fourth panel area provided in each bridge; the propeller control master station is electrically connected to at least one fourth panel area, and each propeller control substation is electrically connected to at least one fourth panel area. Thus, the multiple fourth panel areas provide more comprehensive and intuitive information display, allowing for convenient monitoring and operation of the propeller control module in both the central control room and each bridge, improving work efficiency and reducing the risk of misoperation. Furthermore, the electrical connection between the propeller control master station and at least one fourth panel area, as well as the electrical connection between each propeller control substation and at least one fourth panel area, enables rapid information transmission and real-time monitoring, resulting in more timely and accurate understanding of the ship's operating status. This facilitates timely adjustments to the ship's operating strategies, improving operational efficiency and safety.

[0064] In some embodiments, the central control room is equipped with a central control box, which integrates the common control master station, the first pod control master station, the second pod control master station, and the shaft propeller control master station. Thus, by integrating the common control master station, the first pod control master station, the second pod control master station, and the shaft propeller control master station into the central control box, the control of the ship's first pod, second pod, and shaft propeller units is centralized in one location. This allows for monitoring and operation of multiple systems from a single control console, simplifying the operation process and improving operational efficiency. Simultaneously, it saves internal space on the ship, reduces wiring complexity, lowers the risk of wiring failures, and makes maintenance and repair more convenient, thus improving maintenance efficiency.

[0065] Please see Figure 6 , Figure 6This illustration shows a structural diagram of a first console in the central control room of a ship's propulsion operating system, according to an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, the central control room is equipped with a first console, which is electrically connected to the central control box. A common control substation, a first pod control substation, a second pod control substation, and a shaft propeller control substation are integrated within the first console. Specifically, at least one common control substation, at least one first pod control substation, at least one second pod control substation, and at least one shaft propeller control substation are integrated within the first console. This integration of the common control substation, the first pod control substation, the second pod control substation, and the shaft propeller control substation into the first console allows for convenient monitoring and operation of the ship's first pod, second pod, and shaft propeller units from a single location, saving operation time and improving operational efficiency. Furthermore, relevant control information can be integrated and displayed on the first console, improving the integration and visualization of information. Simultaneously, it reduces the complexity and length of wiring, lowers wiring costs, reduces the risk of wiring failures, and improves the safety and stability of ship operation.

[0066] Please see Figures 3 to 5 , Figure 3 This illustration shows a structural diagram of a second control console in the forward cockpit of a ship's propulsion operating system, as provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 4 This illustration shows a structural diagram of a second control console in the rear cockpit of a ship's propulsion operating system, provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 5 This illustration shows a structural diagram of a second control console in the port wing bridge of a ship's propulsion operating system, according to an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, the bridge is equipped with a second control console, integrating a common control substation, a first pod control substation, a second pod control substation, and a shaft propeller control substation within it. Specifically, to achieve stable control of the ship, the second control console in the bridge can include a forward bridge second control console, a rear bridge second control console, a port wing bridge second control console, and a starboard wing bridge second control console, or corresponding second control consoles can be set according to other bridges on the ship, thereby enabling each bridge to achieve control through the second control console, improving the stability of ship control. In this way, integrating the common control substation, the first pod control substation, the second pod control substation, and the shaft propeller control substation into the second control console allows for convenient monitoring and operation of the ship's first pod, second pod, and shaft propeller units from the same location, saving operation time and improving operational efficiency. Furthermore, relevant control information can be integrated and displayed on the second control console, improving the integration and visualization of information. Simultaneously, it reduces the complexity and length of wiring, lowers wiring costs, reduces the risk of wiring failures, and improves the safety and stability of ship operation.

[0067] This application provides an embodiment of a propulsion operating system for a ship. The ship includes an engine room, which includes a first pod, a second pod, and a propeller unit. The propulsion operating system includes a common control module, a first pod control module, a second pod control module, and a propeller control module connected in a ring network. The common control module is used to issue control signals; the first pod control module is used to control the first pod in response to the control signals; the second pod control module is used to control the second pod in response to the control signals; and the propeller control module is used to control the propeller unit in response to the control signals. Thus, by setting up the common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module, control of the diesel-electric propulsion system is achieved, improving ship operational safety.

[0068] Accordingly, this application provides a propulsion operation method for a ship. The ship includes an engine room, which includes a first pod, a second pod, and a propeller unit. The propulsion operation method is applied to a propulsion operating system as described in any of the above embodiments. Please refer to [link to relevant documentation]. Figure 7 , Figure 7 This illustration shows a flowchart of a propulsion operation method for a ship provided in an embodiment of this application. The propulsion operation method includes steps 101 to 103.

[0069] Step 101: Obtain the operating status of the common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module. Specifically, in this application, the control of ship propulsion is accomplished based on multiple ship control modules, namely the common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module. Therefore, before performing ship propulsion operations, it is necessary to first confirm the operating status of the above control modules to ensure that subsequent control steps are executed accurately, avoid misoperation of ship propulsion, and improve ship operation safety. Furthermore, it is understood that for ships with multiple pods and multiple propeller units in the engine room, multiple control modules can be set up for control, and before performing ship propulsion operations, it is also necessary to first confirm the operating status of each control module.

[0070] Step 102: In response to the operating state being the first operating state, acquire the control signal issued by the common control module; wherein, the first operating state is configured such that the common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the shaft propeller control module are all operating normally. Specifically, the control signal issued by the common control module is a common signal. When all control modules are operating normally, common control through the control signal ensures that all control modules related to ship propulsion control can cooperate with each other, reducing the impact of a failure in a single control module on ship propulsion control. Through the coordinated work of all control modules, the stability of ship propulsion is ensured.

[0071] Step 103: In response to the control signal, the first pod is controlled by the first pod control module, the second pod by the second pod control module, and the propeller unit by the propeller control module, thus completing the ship's propulsion. By using different control modules to control the first pod, the second pod, and the propeller unit separately, different control modules are responsible for controlling different parts of the ship's engine room, achieving precise control of the ship's propulsion to ensure propulsion balance and ship stability. Secondly, using different control modules to independently control the first pod, the second pod, and the propeller unit enhances the ship's propulsion maneuverability, flexibly realizing various maneuvering actions such as forward, backward, left turn, and right turn. Furthermore, dividing the ship's propulsion control into different control modules allows for redundant control; even if one control module fails, other control modules can still continue to provide propulsion, improving the overall performance of the ship and achieving optimal propulsion results.

[0072] In some embodiments, the propulsion operation method for a ship further includes steps 201 to 204.

[0073] Step 201: In response to the second operating state, the first handle position signal is acquired through the second panel area, the second handle position signal is acquired through the third panel area, and the third handle position signal is acquired through the fourth panel area. The second operating state is configured as a common control module failure, while the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module operate normally. Specifically, when the common control module fails to function properly, it cannot issue control signals, i.e., the control signals are ineffective. However, the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module still operate normally, and ship propulsion needs to be controlled through these modules. Therefore, it is necessary to first acquire the handle position signals of the corresponding panel areas to control ship propulsion. In this embodiment, by associating the handle position signals with the corresponding control modules, a more intuitive operation method is provided, allowing for flexible adjustment of the propulsion method and improving operability and human-machine interaction.

[0074] Step 202: In response to the first handle position signal, the first pod is controlled via the first pod control module; Step 203: In response to the second handle position signal, the second pod is controlled via the second pod control module; Step 204: In response to the third handle position signal, the propeller unit is controlled via the propeller control module to complete the ship's propulsion. Specifically, by responding to the first, second, and third handle position signals respectively, independent control of the first pod, second pod, and propeller unit is achieved. This allows for flexible adjustment of the position and movement of the first pod, second pod, and propeller unit according to actual needs, thereby enabling diverse maneuverability actions such as forward, backward, left turn, and right turn, enhancing the ship's propulsion flexibility and optimizing its propulsion efficiency.

[0075] In some embodiments, the propulsion operation method for a ship further includes steps 301 and 302.

[0076] Step 301: In response to the operating state being the third operating state, a control signal is acquired; wherein, the third operating state is configured as follows: the common control module is operating normally, and at least one of the control modules—the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module—is faulty. Step 302: In response to the control signal, the ship's propulsion is completed through the control module that has not failed. Thus, even if one or more of the control modules—the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module—fail, as long as there is still a normally operating control module, redundant control of the ship's propulsion can still be achieved, allowing the ship to still have a certain propulsion capability to maintain navigation and improving the safety of ship navigation.

[0077] Specifically, when the third operating state involves the common control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module operating normally, but the first pod control module malfunctions, the propulsion operating system loses control of the first pod due to its inability to function properly, and the first pod automatically stops operating. At this time, the common control module sends a control signal, and in response, controls the second pod through the second pod control module and the propeller through the propeller control module to complete the ship's propulsion.

[0078] When the third operating state is characterized by the common control module, the first pod control module, and the propeller control module operating normally, but the second pod control module malfunctions, the propulsion operating system loses control of the second pod due to its inability to function properly, and the second pod automatically stops operating. At this time, the common control module sends a control signal, and in response, controls the first pod through the first pod control module and the propeller through the propeller control module to complete the ship's propulsion.

[0079] When the third operating state involves the common control module, the first pod control module, and the second pod control module operating normally, but the propeller control module malfunctions, the propulsion operating system loses control of the propeller unit due to the malfunction of the propeller control module, and the propeller unit automatically stops operating. At this time, the common control module sends a control signal, and in response to the control signal, controls the first pod through the first pod control module and the second pod through the second pod control module to complete the ship's propulsion.

[0080] It is understood that the propulsion operation method for ships provided in the embodiments of this application has all the technical features and beneficial effects of the above-mentioned propulsion operating system for ships, which will not be repeated here.

[0081] The above provides a detailed description of a propulsion operating system and method for ships provided in the embodiments of this application. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this application. The description of the above embodiments is only for the purpose of helping to understand the technical solutions and core ideas of this application. Those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. These modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application.

Claims

1. A propulsion operating system for a ship, the ship comprising an engine room, a central control room, and multiple bridges, the engine room comprising a first pod, a second pod, and a propeller unit, characterized in that, The propulsion operating system includes: The system comprises a common control module, a first pod control module, a second pod control module, and a propeller control module connected in a ring network. The common control module is used to issue control signals. The first pod control module is used to control the first pod in response to the control signals. The second pod control module is used to control the second pod in response to the control signals. The propeller control module is used to control the propeller unit in response to the control signals. The first pod control module includes: The first pod control master station and multiple first pod control substations are connected in a ring network in sequence; at least one first pod control substation is set in each driver's cab, the first pod control master station is set in the central control room, and at least one first pod control substation is set in the central control room. The first pod control master station interacts with the first pod, the ship's autonomous navigation system, the ship's dynamic positioning system, the ship's joint maneuvering system, and the Beidou system to control the ship's propulsion.

2. The propulsion operating system for ships as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The common control module includes: A public control master station and multiple public control substations are connected in a ring network in sequence; at least one public control substation is set in each driver's cab, the public control master station is set in the central control room, and at least one public control substation is set in the central control room; The public control master station interacts with the ship's energy management system and the ship's Beidou system to control the ship's propulsion.

3. The propulsion operating system for ships as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The common control module also includes: Multiple first panel areas are provided, with at least one first panel area in the central control room and at least one first panel area in each driver's cab; the common control master station is electrically connected to at least one first panel area, and each common control substation is electrically connected to at least one first panel area.

4. The propulsion operating system for ships as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first pod control module also includes: Multiple second panel areas are provided, with at least one second panel area provided in the central control room and at least one second panel area provided in each driver's cab; the first pod control master station is electrically connected to at least one second panel area, and each first pod control substation is electrically connected to at least one second panel area.

5. The propulsion operating system for ships as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The second pod control module includes: The second pod control master station and multiple second pod control substations are connected in a ring network in sequence; each driver's cab is equipped with at least one second pod control substation, the central control room is equipped with the second pod control master station, and the central control room is equipped with at least one second pod control substation. The second pod control master station interacts with the second pod, the autonomous navigation system, the dynamic positioning system, the joint operation system, and the Beidou system to control the ship's propulsion.

6. The propulsion operating system for ships as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The second pod control module also includes: Multiple third panel areas are provided, with at least one third panel area provided in the central control room and at least one third panel area provided in each driver's cab; the second pod control master station is electrically connected to at least one third panel area, and each second pod control substation is electrically connected to at least one third panel area.

7. The propulsion operating system for ships as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The propeller control module includes: The system includes a master propeller control station and multiple propeller control substations, which are sequentially connected in a ring network. Each driver's cab has at least one propeller control substation, and the central control room has the master propeller control station and at least one propeller control substation. The propeller control master station interacts with the propeller unit, the autonomous navigation system, the dynamic positioning system, the joint maneuvering system, and the BeiDou system to control the ship's propulsion.

8. The propulsion operating system for ships as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The propeller control module also includes: Multiple fourth panel areas are provided, with at least one fourth panel area provided in the central control room and at least one fourth panel area provided in each of the driver's cabs; the propeller control master station is electrically connected to at least one of the fourth panel areas, and each propeller control substation is electrically connected to at least one of the fourth panel areas.

9. The propulsion operating system for ships as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The central control room is equipped with a central control box, in which the common control master station, the first pod control master station, the second pod control master station, and the propeller control master station are integrated.

10. The propulsion operating system for ships as described in claim 9, characterized in that, The central control room is equipped with a first console, which is electrically connected to the central control box. The common control substation, the first pod control substation, the second pod control substation, and the propeller control substation are integrated into the first console.

11. The propulsion operating system for ships as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The driver's cab is equipped with a second control console, in which the common control substation, the first pod control substation, the second pod control substation, and the propeller control substation are integrated.

12. A method for propulsion operation of a ship, the ship comprising an engine room, the engine room comprising a first pod, a second pod, and a propeller unit, characterized in that, The propulsion operation method is applied to the propulsion operating system as described in any one of claims 1 to 11, the propulsion operation method comprising: Obtain the operating status of the common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the shaft propeller control module; In response to the first operating state, the control signal issued by the common control module is acquired; wherein, the first operating state is configured such that the common control module, the first pod control module, the second pod control module and the propeller control module are all operating normally; In response to the control signal, the first pod is controlled by the first pod control module, the second pod is controlled by the second pod control module, and the propeller unit is controlled by the propeller control module to complete the propulsion of the ship.

13. The propulsion operation method for a ship as described in claim 12, characterized in that, Also includes: In response to the second operating state, the system acquires a first handle position signal through a second panel area, a second handle position signal through a third panel area, and a third handle position signal through a fourth panel area; wherein the second operating state is configured as a common control module failure, and the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module are operating normally. In response to the first handle position signal, the first pod is controlled via the first pod control module; In response to the second handle position signal, the second pod is controlled via the second pod control module; In response to the third handle position signal, the propeller unit is controlled by the propeller control module to complete the propulsion of the ship.

14. The propulsion operation method for a ship as described in claim 12, characterized in that, Also includes: In response to the operating state being a third operating state, the control signal is acquired; wherein the third operating state is configured such that the common control module is operating normally, and at least one of the control modules of the first pod control module, the second pod control module, and the propeller control module is malfunctioning; In response to the control signal, the propulsion of the vessel is completed by the control module that has not malfunctioned.

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