Remote controller for controlling hydraulic support and hydraulic support control system

Abstract

The invention provides a remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support and a hydraulic support control system, and the remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support comprises a liquid crystal display screen which is used for displaying a currently operable function definition in real time; the open interface is used for online receiving editing information generated by a user according to the operable function definition; the programmable chip is used for adjusting an operation function of a key according to editing information generated by the user according to the operable function definition; the physical keys are used for generating corresponding operation instructions according to the operation functions and sending the corresponding operation instructions to the hydraulic support, the editing information generated by the user according to the operable function definition is received online through the open type interface, the key functions can be customized in real time according to the use habits of the user, and the user experience is improved. The method is not influenced by project change, and the development cost is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of mining machinery and equipment control, and in particular to a remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support and a hydraulic support control system. Background Art

[0002] A mining remote control is a remote control with selectable working status modes. When the button on the mining remote control is pressed, the infrared transmitter sends out a pulse signal. After receiving the pulse signal, the receiving part decodes it to realize the required function. It is particularly suitable for remote control of instruments and equipment whose working environment is subject to explosion hazards such as gas and coal dust. The buttons of this remote control have fixed functions, and the operation interface is not intuitive enough. In the related art, user needs are obtained in the early stage of remote control design, and customized development is carried out according to user needs to generate a controller with a flexible operation interface. However, since the buttons and functions of the remote control will change with the project, the user must complete communication and learning before using it after the project is changed. Not only does it need to be developed and maintained for each project, but it also often breaks the user's habits, resulting in low learning efficiency and a steep learning curve. Summary of the invention

[0003] The present invention provides a remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support and a hydraulic support control system, so as to solve the defects that a user of a traditional remote controller needs to complete communication and learning before using the remote controller after a project is changed, and development and maintenance are required for each project, and the user's habits are often disrupted, resulting in low learning efficiency and a steep learning curve.

[0004] The present invention provides a remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support, comprising: Liquid crystal display screen, used to display the current operable function definition in real time; An open interface, the open interface being used to receive online editing information generated by a user according to the operable function definition; A programmable chip, the programmable chip is used to adjust the operation function of the key according to the editing information generated by the user according to the operable function definition; A plurality of physical buttons are used to generate corresponding operation instructions according to the operation functions and send them to the hydraulic support.

[0005] According to the remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support provided by the present invention, the plurality of physical buttons include a power button, an emergency stop button and a programmable function button.

[0006] According to the remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support provided by the present invention, the physical buttons further include: a switch button; The switch key is used to switch between different functional interfaces, and the liquid crystal display screen is also used to display the operation interface under the new functional model in real time.

[0007] The remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support provided by the present invention further comprises: A storage unit, the storage unit is used to store button definitions of different functional modes, each physical button represents a different operation instruction in different functional modes; the different functional modes are switched by the switch key; The functional modes include basic operation mode, maintenance inspection mode, emergency stop mode and advanced operation mode; the operation instructions represented by the buttons in different functional modes obtained according to the learning curve include: Basic operation mode: physical button A indicates starting the hydraulic support, physical button B indicates stopping the hydraulic support, physical button C indicates increasing the height of the support, physical button D indicates decreasing the height of the support, physical button E indicates moving the support forward, and physical button F indicates moving the support backward; Maintenance inspection mode: Physical button A is used to turn on the maintenance inspection mode, physical button B is used to turn off the maintenance inspection mode, physical button C is used to check the hydraulic system pressure of the bracket, physical button D is used to check the electrical system status of the bracket, physical button E is used to record the inspection results, and physical button F is used to clear the inspection records; Emergency stop mode: Physical button A represents global emergency stop, and other physical buttons are disabled or redefined as auxiliary emergency stop functions; Advanced operation mode: Physical button A represents switching to automatic operation mode, physical button B represents switching back to manual operation mode, physical button C represents setting specific parameter values, physical button D represents confirming parameter settings, physical button E represents canceling parameter settings, and physical button F represents querying the current operation status.

[0008] The remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support provided by the present invention further comprises: A microcontroller unit for processing editing information generated by a user according to the operable function definition and controlling the display content of a liquid crystal display screen; A wireless communication module, used for wireless communication between the microcontroller unit and the hydraulic support controller; A power management circuit, used to provide power to the microcontroller unit and the wireless communication module; After the switch key receives the trigger information, the microcontroller unit reads the key definition in the corresponding mode of the storage unit and maps the key definition to the corresponding physical key.

[0009] According to the remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support provided by the present invention, the microcontroller unit wirelessly communicates with the hydraulic support controller, including: The microcontroller unit wirelessly communicates with the hydraulic support controller based on the MQTT protocol.

[0010] According to the remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support provided by the present invention, the remote controller further comprises: modular design software, the modular design software comprising: A boot program module is used to initialize the microcontroller and load the operating system and application programs; A user interface module, which is used to provide a graphical interface, respond to touch input, and display function definitions and operation feedback; A button processing program module is used to dynamically configure the functions of the physical buttons according to the function definition of the LCD display screen; Wireless communication protocol stack module, used to realize data encoding, modulation, transmission and reception; The functional logic control module is used to execute corresponding control commands according to user input.

[0011] According to the remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support provided by the present invention, the liquid crystal display screen is a 3.2-inch TFT color liquid crystal display screen with a resolution of 320×240 pixels.

[0012] According to the remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support provided by the present invention, the dimensions of the remote controller are length×width×height: 120 mm×65 mm×30 mm.

[0013] The present invention also provides a hydraulic support control system, comprising the remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support as described above.

[0014] The present invention provides a remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support and a hydraulic support control system. The remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support includes a liquid crystal display screen for displaying the current operable function definition in real time; an open interface, wherein the open interface is used to receive online editing information generated by a user according to the operable function definition; a programmable chip, wherein the programmable chip is used to adjust the operating function of a button according to the editing information generated by the user according to the operable function definition; and a plurality of physical buttons, wherein the physical buttons are used to generate corresponding operating instructions according to the operating function and send them to the hydraulic support. The present invention receives online editing information generated by a user according to the operable function definition through an open interface, and can customize button functions in real time according to user usage habits, without being affected by project changes, thereby reducing development costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the present invention or the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0016] Figure 1 is a functional structure diagram of a remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support provided by an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of a human-computer interaction layout of a remote controller provided by an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the switching key function switching process provided by an embodiment of the present invention. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0017] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the present invention clearer, the technical solution of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 1 A structural diagram of a remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support provided in an embodiment of the present invention, wherein the remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support comprises: The liquid crystal display screen 101 is used to display the current operable function definition in real time; In the embodiment of the present invention, the liquid crystal display screen is a 3.2-inch TFT color liquid crystal display screen with a resolution of 320×240 pixels.

[0019] In the embodiment of the present invention, the liquid crystal display screen is used to display the current operable function definition in real time, reducing the reliance on physical buttons. The liquid crystal display screen adopts touch technology, allowing the user to select different functions by touch.

[0020] An open interface 102, the open interface is used to receive online editing information generated by a user according to the operable function definition; A programmable chip 103, the programmable chip is used to adjust the operation function of the key according to the editing information generated by the user according to the operable function definition; A plurality of physical buttons 104 are used to generate corresponding operation instructions according to the operation functions and send them to the hydraulic support.

[0021] In the embodiment of the present invention, the dimensions of the remote control are 120 mm in length×65 mm in width×30 mm in height.

[0022] The remote controller provided by the embodiment of the present invention is convenient for single-handed operation and carrying. The front panel of the remote controller is made of high-strength plastic material, has dustproof and waterproof properties, and is adaptable to various harsh environments.

[0023] When designing a traditional remote control, user needs are obtained in advance and customized development is performed based on user needs to generate a controller with a flexible operating interface. However, since the buttons and functions of the remote control will change with the project, the user must complete communication and learning before using it after the project is changed. Not only does it require development and maintenance for each project, but it also often breaks user habits, resulting in low learning efficiency and a steep learning curve.

[0024] The remote control for controlling the hydraulic support provided in the embodiment of the present invention includes a liquid crystal display screen, which is used to display the current operable function definition in real time; an open interface, which is used to receive online the editing information generated by the user according to the operable function definition; a programmable chip, which is used to adjust the operating function of the button according to the editing information generated by the user according to the operable function definition; a plurality of physical buttons, which are used to generate corresponding operating instructions according to the operating function and send them to the hydraulic support, and receive the editing information generated by the user according to the operable function definition online through the open interface. The button function can be customized in real time according to the user's usage habits, which is not affected by project changes and reduces development costs.

[0025] Based on any of the above embodiments, the plurality of physical buttons include a power button, an emergency stop button and a programmable function button.

[0026] like Figure 2 As shown in the figure, the remote control for hydraulic support control has 10 physical buttons, including a power button, an emergency stop button, and 8 programmable function buttons. These buttons are dynamically configured according to the function definitions displayed on the LCD screen to enable quick input of multiple operation instructions. The remote control has an emergency stop function. When the emergency stop button is pressed, the system will immediately cut off all control signals to ensure safe operation.

[0027] In the embodiment of the present invention, the number of buttons is greatly reduced, and each button can represent different operation instructions in different function modes through flexible definition, which greatly simplifies the structure of the remote control and reduces the volume and weight.

[0028] In an embodiment of the present invention, the physical key further includes: a switch key; The switch key is used to switch between different functional interfaces, and the liquid crystal display screen is also used to display the operation interface under the new functional model in real time.

[0029] In the embodiment of the present invention, the programmable chip is connected to the switch key, and can also dynamically switch the operation function of the key according to the function definition on the liquid crystal display screen.

[0030] The user switches between different function interfaces through the switch key, and the LCD screen instantly displays the current optional operations. The user can execute the corresponding command by pressing the corresponding button.

[0031] like Figure 3 As shown, the operation method of switching the function interface includes: After starting the remote control, the LCD screen displays the initial function interface by default.

[0032] The user selects the function module to be operated by switching keys, and the screen is updated to display all operable instructions under the module.

[0033] The user follows the on-screen prompts and presses the corresponding button to complete the operation. If the operation needs to be changed, the user can select the new function module again by using the switch button and repeat the above steps.

[0034] Based on any of the above embodiments, the remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support further includes: A storage unit, the storage unit is used to store button definitions of different functional modes, each physical button represents a different operation instruction in different functional modes; the different functional modes are switched by the switch key; The functional modes include basic operation mode, maintenance inspection mode, emergency stop mode and advanced operation mode; the operation instructions represented by the buttons in different functional modes obtained according to the learning curve include: Basic operation mode: physical button A indicates starting the hydraulic support, physical button B indicates stopping the hydraulic support, physical button C indicates increasing the height of the support, physical button D indicates decreasing the height of the support, physical button E indicates moving the support forward, and physical button F indicates moving the support backward; Maintenance inspection mode: Physical button A is used to turn on the maintenance inspection mode, physical button B is used to turn off the maintenance inspection mode, physical button C is used to check the hydraulic system pressure of the bracket, physical button D is used to check the electrical system status of the bracket, physical button E is used to record the inspection results, and physical button F is used to clear the inspection records; Emergency stop mode: Physical button A represents global emergency stop, and other physical buttons are disabled or redefined as auxiliary emergency stop functions; Advanced operation mode: Physical button A represents switching to automatic operation mode, physical button B represents switching back to manual operation mode, physical button C represents setting specific parameter values, physical button D represents confirming parameter settings, physical button E represents canceling parameter settings, and physical button F represents querying the current operation status.

[0035] Based on any of the above embodiments, the remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support further includes: A microcontroller unit for processing editing information generated by a user according to the operable function definition and controlling the display content of a liquid crystal display screen; A wireless communication module, used for wireless communication between the microcontroller unit and the hydraulic support controller; A power management circuit, used to provide power to the microcontroller unit and the wireless communication module; After the switch key receives the trigger information, the microcontroller unit reads the key definition in the corresponding mode of the storage unit and maps the key definition to the corresponding physical key. The user can select different functional modes through the "switch key" on the remote control. When the user presses the "switch key", the application software built into the remote control will detect this operation and switch to another preset functional mode according to the current mode and the user's intention. During the switching process, the LCD screen will be updated in real time to display the available operating instructions in the new functional mode. At the same time, the function of each physical button will also change accordingly to adapt to new operating requirements.

[0036] In the embodiment of the present invention, the wireless communication module uses the 2.4GHz frequency band and supports the IEEE 802.15.4 standard to ensure stable communication with the hydraulic support controller. Power management circuit: including lithium battery charging management, power distribution and voltage conversion functions. Each circuit module is physically connected through PCB layout and welding technology to ensure the stability of signal transmission and the reliability of power supply.

[0037] In an embodiment of the present invention, the microcontroller unit performs wireless communication with the hydraulic support controller, including: The microcontroller unit wirelessly communicates with the hydraulic support controller based on the MQTT protocol to ensure the real-time and reliability of data transmission.

[0038] Based on any of the above embodiments, the remote controller further includes: modular design software, the modular design software including: A boot program module is used to initialize the microcontroller and load the operating system and application programs; A user interface module, which is used to provide a graphical interface, respond to touch input, and display function definitions and operation feedback; A button processing program module is used to dynamically configure the functions of the physical buttons according to the function definition of the LCD display screen; Wireless communication protocol stack module, used to realize data encoding, modulation, transmission and reception; The functional logic control module is used to execute corresponding control commands according to user input, such as starting the hydraulic support, adjusting the pressure, etc.

[0039] The remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support provided by the present invention improves the flexibility and convenience of operation by reducing the number of physical buttons and introducing a touch liquid crystal screen. The remote controller adopts a compact shape design and a light weight, making the remote controller easier to carry and operate. The modular design of the software system facilitates the expansion and maintenance of functions.

[0040] An embodiment of the present invention further provides a hydraulic support control system, comprising a remote controller for controlling the hydraulic support as described in the above embodiment.

[0041] The device embodiments described above are merely illustrative, wherein the units described as separate components may or may not be physically separated, and the components displayed as units may or may not be physical units, that is, they may be located in one place, or they may be distributed on multiple network units. Some or all of the modules may be selected according to actual needs to achieve the purpose of the scheme of this embodiment. Ordinary technicians in this field can understand and implement it without paying creative labor.

[0042] Through the description of the above implementation methods, those skilled in the art can clearly understand that each implementation method can be implemented by means of software plus a necessary general hardware platform, and of course, can also be implemented by hardware. Based on this understanding, the above technical solution is essentially or the part that contributes to the relevant technology can be embodied in the form of a software product, and the computer software product can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium, such as ROM / RAM, a disk, an optical disk, etc., including a number of instructions for a computer device (which can be a personal computer, a server, or a network device, etc.) to execute the methods described in each embodiment or some parts of the embodiment.

[0043] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some of the technical features therein. However, these modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. A remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support, characterized in that: include: Liquid crystal display screen, used to display the current operable function definition in real time; An open interface, the open interface being used to receive online editing information generated by a user according to the operable function definition; A programmable chip, the programmable chip is used to adjust the operation function of the key according to the editing information generated by the user according to the operable function definition; A plurality of physical buttons are used to generate corresponding operation instructions according to the operation functions and send them to the hydraulic support.

2. The remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support according to claim 1, characterized in that: The plurality of physical buttons include a power button, an emergency stop button and a programmable function button.

3. The remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The physical buttons also include: a switch button; The switch key is used to switch between different functional interfaces, and the liquid crystal display screen is also used to display the operation interface under the new functional model in real time.

4. The remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support according to claim 3, characterized in that: Also includes: A storage unit, the storage unit is used to store button definitions of different functional modes, each physical button represents a different operation instruction in different functional modes; The different functional modes are switched by the switch key; The functional modes include a basic operation mode, a maintenance inspection mode, an emergency stop mode and an advanced operation mode; The operation instructions for obtaining key representations in different function modes according to the learning curve include: Basic operation mode: physical button A indicates starting the hydraulic support, physical button B indicates stopping the hydraulic support, physical button C indicates increasing the height of the support, physical button D indicates decreasing the height of the support, physical button E indicates moving the support forward, and physical button F indicates moving the support backward; Maintenance inspection mode: Physical button A is used to turn on the maintenance inspection mode, physical button B is used to turn off the maintenance inspection mode, physical button C is used to check the hydraulic system pressure of the bracket, physical button D is used to check the electrical system status of the bracket, physical button E is used to record the inspection results, and physical button F is used to clear the inspection records; Emergency stop mode: Physical button A represents global emergency stop, and other physical buttons are disabled or redefined as auxiliary emergency stop functions; Advanced operation mode: Physical button A represents switching to automatic operation mode, physical button B represents switching back to manual operation mode, physical button C represents setting specific parameter values, physical button D represents confirming parameter settings, physical button E represents canceling parameter settings, and physical button F represents querying the current operation status.

5. The remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support according to claim 4, characterized in that: Also includes: A microcontroller unit for processing editing information generated by a user according to the operable function definition and controlling the display content of a liquid crystal display screen; A wireless communication module, used for wireless communication between the microcontroller unit and the hydraulic support controller; A power management circuit, used to provide power to the microcontroller unit and the wireless communication module; After the switch key receives the trigger information, the microcontroller unit reads the key definition in the corresponding mode of the storage unit and maps the key definition to the corresponding physical key.

6. The remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support according to claim 5, characterized in that: The microcontroller unit wirelessly communicates with the hydraulic support controller, including: The microcontroller unit wirelessly communicates with the hydraulic support controller based on the MQTT protocol.

7. The remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support according to claim 1, characterized in that: The remote controller also includes: modular design software, the modular design software includes: A boot program module is used to initialize the microcontroller and load the operating system and application programs; A user interface module, which is used to provide a graphical interface, respond to touch input, and display function definitions and operation feedback; A button processing program module is used to dynamically configure the functions of the physical buttons according to the function definition of the LCD display screen; Wireless communication protocol stack module, used to realize data encoding, modulation, transmission and reception; The functional logic control module is used to execute corresponding control commands according to user input.

8. The remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support according to claim 1, characterized in that: The liquid crystal display screen is a 3.2-inch TFT color liquid crystal display screen with a resolution of 320×240 pixels.

9. The remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support according to claim 1, characterized in that: The dimensions of the remote control are 120 mm in length × 65 mm in width × 30 mm in height.

10. A hydraulic support control system, characterized in that: It comprises a remote controller for controlling a hydraulic support as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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