Appearance inspection system

Abstract

The invention provides a multi-environment adaptive appearance inspection system which is specially designed for comprehensive inspection of key infrastructures such as roads, bridges, tunnels, side slopes, high-rise buildings and underwater buildings. The core of the system is composed of a ground power supply and control mobile platform, a flight inspection module (an electrically-driven unmanned aerial vehicle and integrated photographing and camera shooting) and an underwater inspection module (an electrically-driven unmanned submarine and integrated underwater photographing, camera shooting and sonar detection). The ground platform serves as a center and is responsible for power supply, data communication and remote and mobile operation control, and rapid deployment is facilitated. The unmanned aerial vehicle and the submarine are powered by the ground platform, a high-capacity battery is not needed, and the endurance and inspection efficiency is improved. The system is efficient, comprehensive and flexible, the efficiency and quality of infrastructure appearance inspection can be remarkably improved, and a solid guarantee is provided for safe operation of infrastructures.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of appearance inspection, and in particular to appearance inspection systems in various complex environments such as roads, bridges, tunnels, slopes, high-rise buildings, and underwater buildings. Background Art

[0002] Traditional appearance inspection methods mainly rely on manual labor, which is not only inefficient, but also poses safety hazards in certain high-risk or difficult-to-access areas (such as high altitude and underwater). With the development of science and technology, unmanned and intelligent inspection technologies have gradually become a trend, but existing technologies are often targeted at a single scene and lack a comprehensive inspection system that can fully cover a variety of complex environments. In addition, the pure electric-driven drone or unmanned boat inspection system is limited by battery capacity and weight, and the take-off weight endurance time is greatly limited, which greatly affects the efficiency of the inspection. Summary of the invention

[0003] The object of the present invention is to provide a multifunctional appearance inspection system for roads, bridges, tunnels, slopes, high-rise buildings and underwater buildings to solve the problems existing in the prior art.

[0004] The technical solution of the present invention is as follows:

[0005] Ground power supply and control mobile platform: This module is the center of the entire system, responsible for operation control, power supply, overall movement of the inspection location, and storage and transportation of the entire system after the inspection. It is connected to the flight inspection module and underwater inspection module through connecting lines to realize the functions of power supply, communication and control.

[0006] Flight inspection module: It uses an electric-driven drone equipped with photo and video functions. The drone can fly to a predetermined location and use the camera and video equipment it carries to conduct a detailed inspection of the appearance of ground buildings. Since the drone is mainly powered by a ground platform, it does not need to carry a large-capacity battery, which improves endurance and power output.

[0007] Underwater inspection module: It uses an electric-driven unmanned submarine and integrates underwater photography, video and sonar detection functions. The unmanned submarine can swim to a predetermined location and use the photography, video and sonar detection devices it carries to conduct a full-scale inspection of the appearance of underwater buildings. Similarly, since the unmanned submarine is mainly powered by a ground platform, it does not need to carry a large-capacity battery.

[0008] The beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0009] The inspection efficiency is improved. Through the unified dispatch of ground power supply and control mobile platform, the flight inspection module and the underwater inspection module can work together. Since drones and unmanned submarines are mainly powered by ground platforms, there is no need to carry large-capacity batteries, and the battery life is almost unlimited.

[0010] The comprehensiveness of the inspection is enhanced, and the system can flexibly choose to use the flight inspection module or the underwater inspection module according to specific inspection needs.

[0011] The reliability of inspection is improved, and the ground power supply and control mobile platform provide stable power supply and communication support for each inspection module.

[0012] It is easy to carry and transport. After the inspection, the entire system can be powered and controlled by the ground and stored on the mobile platform module.

[0013] The technical solution of the present invention is further described in detail below through the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the preferred embodiments described herein are only used to illustrate and explain the present invention, and are not used to limit the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0014] The accompanying drawings are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of the specification. Together with the embodiments of the present invention, they are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute a limitation of the present invention. In the accompanying drawings:

[0015] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the composition and working principle of a multi-scenario appearance inspection system consisting of "ground power supply and control mobile platform + flight inspection module + underwater inspection module" that can be used for both ground structures and underwater structures;

[0016] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the composition and working principle of the appearance inspection system specially used for ground structures, which consists of "ground power supply and control mobile platform + flight inspection module";

[0017] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the composition and working principle of the appearance inspection system specially used for underwater structures, which consists of "ground power supply and control mobile platform + underwater inspection module". DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0018] 1. Ground power supply and control mobile platform

[0019] The ground power supply and control mobile platform is the core of the entire system, responsible for the overall operation control, power supply, position movement, and storage and transportation after the inspection. The module consists of a sturdy and durable mobile platform equipped with a high-performance power system, control system and communication system.

[0020] Power system: A large-capacity, high-stability battery pack or generator is used to provide a continuous and stable power supply for the flight inspection module and the underwater inspection module. At the same time, the power system also has power monitoring and automatic charging functions to ensure that each module can obtain sufficient power when needed.

[0021] Control system: Through advanced control algorithms and human-machine interaction interfaces, precise control of the flight inspection module and underwater inspection module is achieved. Operators can monitor and adjust the system's operating status in real time through devices such as touch screens or remote controls.

[0022] Communication system: It uses efficient and reliable wireless communication technology to realize real-time data transmission and command reception between the ground power supply and control mobile platform and each inspection module. The communication system also supports remote control and data transmission functions, allowing operators to monitor and operate the system away from the site.

[0023] 2 Flight Inspection Module

[0024] The flight inspection module uses an electric-driven unmanned aircraft as a carrier and is equipped with high-performance photo and video equipment. The unmanned aircraft uses advanced flight control algorithms and navigation systems, and can autonomously complete tasks such as takeoff, flight, photo, video and landing.

[0025] Photo and video device: It uses high-resolution cameras and sensors to capture the detailed features of ground buildings. At the same time, the device also has functions such as automatic exposure, automatic focus and image stabilization to ensure that the images taken are clear and accurate.

[0026] Flight control system: By integrating GPS navigation, inertial navigation and visual navigation technologies, autonomous flight and precise positioning of unmanned aircraft can be achieved. Operators can monitor and adjust the flight trajectory, altitude and speed of the unmanned aircraft in real time through the ground control station or remote control.

[0027] Data transmission system: The captured images and video data are transmitted in real time to the ground power supply and control mobile platform for storage and analysis. At the same time, the data transmission system also supports remote data access and sharing functions, so that relevant personnel can understand the inspection progress and results at any time.

[0028] 3Underwater inspection module

[0029] The underwater inspection module uses an electric-driven unmanned submarine as a carrier and integrates underwater photography, video and sonar detection functions. The unmanned submarine uses an advanced propulsion system and navigation system, and can autonomously complete underwater navigation, photography, video and sonar detection tasks.

[0030] Underwater photography and video equipment: Waterproof and pressure-resistant cameras and sensors are used to capture the details of underwater buildings. The equipment also has functions such as automatic exposure, automatic focus and image stabilization to ensure that the images taken are clear and accurate.

[0031] Sonar detection system: detects and analyzes the structure of underwater buildings by transmitting and receiving sound wave signals. The sonar detection system can identify the shape, size, location and other information of underwater objects, and provide operators with accurate detection results.

[0032] Underwater navigation system: Inertial navigation, acoustic navigation and visual navigation technologies are used to achieve autonomous underwater navigation and precise positioning of the unmanned submarine. The operator can monitor and adjust the navigation track, depth and speed of the unmanned submarine in real time through the ground control station or remote control.

[0033] 4 System operation process

[0034] Preparation: The operator assembled and connected the ground power supply and control mobile platform, flight inspection module and underwater inspection module. Then, the system was fully inspected and tested to ensure the normal operation of each module.

[0035] Start the system: The operator starts the ground power supply and the power supply system of the mobile platform to provide power supply for the flight inspection module and the underwater inspection module. At the same time, the control system and communication system are started to establish communication connections with each inspection module.

[0036] Execute inspection tasks: According to the inspection requirements, the operator sends instructions to the flight inspection module and the underwater inspection module through the control system. The unmanned aircraft and unmanned submarine fly or swim to the predetermined location respectively and start to perform tasks such as taking pictures, shooting videos and sonar detection. The captured images and video data are transmitted in real time to the ground power supply and control mobile platform for storage and analysis.

[0037] End of inspection mission: After completing the inspection mission, the operator sends a recovery command to the flight inspection module and the underwater inspection module through the control system. The unmanned aircraft and the unmanned submarine return to the take-off point or recovery point respectively, waiting for the next mission. At the same time, the operator stores the ground power supply and control mobile platform and prepares to transport it to the next inspection location.

[0038] Obviously, those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications to the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Thus, if these modifications and variations of the present invention fall within the scope of the claims of the present invention and their equivalents, the present invention is also intended to include these modifications and variations.

Claims

1. A visual inspection system, suitable for roads, bridges, tunnels, slopes, high-rise buildings and underwater buildings, etc., characterized in that: The system includes: Ground power supply and control mobile platform: used to provide power and operating instructions for the entire system; Flight inspection module: specially designed for visual inspection of ground buildings; Underwater inspection module: specially designed for visual inspection of underwater structures.

2. The multi-environment appearance inspection system according to claim 1, characterized in that: Ground power supply and control mobile platform: It is located on the ground when working and can be moved as a whole according to the operator's instructions; It is equipped with energy storage batteries or power generation devices, which are respectively connected to the flight inspection module and the underwater inspection module through transmission lines to ensure that the two modules are powered when the system is running.

3. The multi-environment appearance inspection system according to claim 1, characterized in that: Flight Check Module: It is an electric drone, connected to the ground power supply and control mobile platform through a transmission line and receives power from it; Equipped with photo and video equipment, it can conduct a detailed appearance inspection of designated ground buildings after flying to the predetermined location.

4. The multi-environment appearance inspection system according to claim 1, characterized in that: Underwater inspection module: It is an electric unmanned submarine, connected to the ground power supply and control mobile platform through a transmission line and receives power from it; It is equipped with underwater photography, video and sonar detection equipment. After swimming to the predetermined location, it can conduct a detailed appearance inspection of designated underwater buildings and use sonar technology for depth detection.

5. The multi-environment appearance inspection system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The system's structure It is highly flexible and can be combined according to actual needs: It can be composed of "ground power supply and control mobile platform + flight inspection module + underwater inspection module" to form a multi-scenario appearance inspection system that can be used for both ground structures and underwater structures; It can also be composed of "ground power supply and control mobile platform + flight inspection module" to form a special appearance inspection system for ground structures; It can also be composed of "ground power supply and control mobile platform + underwater inspection module" to form a visual inspection system specifically used for underwater structures.

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