Dam unmanned aerial vehicle patrol system with intelligent monitoring function

Abstract

The dam monitoring patrol system is an efficient, accurate and flexible dam safety management means, combines an unmanned aerial vehicle technology, a sensor technology, an internet of things technology, a data processing and analysis technology and a remote monitoring technology, and is an intelligent monitoring dam unmanned aerial vehicle patrol system. Comprising an unmanned aerial vehicle part, a sensor and imaging equipment part, a route planning and task setting part, a data acquisition and transmission part, a data processing and analysis part and a remote monitoring and early warning part. Various sensors and monitoring equipment are arranged on the dam and the periphery of the dam, comprehensive data of the structure, the environment and the operation state of the dam are collected, and potential safety hazards are found in time by utilizing an advanced data processing and analysis technology, so that the safety monitoring efficiency, the accuracy and the real-time performance of the dam are improved, and a powerful guarantee is provided for safe operation of the dam.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of dam patrol, and particularly to an intelligent monitoring dam drone patrol system. Background Art

[0002] A dam is a representative form of a water retaining structure, which can be divided into earth dams, gravity dams, concrete face rockfill dams, arch dams, etc.; it is a dike that intercepts river water, and can also be understood as a water retaining dike for reservoirs, rivers, etc.; generally, a reservoir dam mainly consists of a main dam, a subsidiary dam, a normal spillway, an emergency spillway, a newly added emergency spillway, a Lingzheng Canal culvert, and a power station; the dam connects the upper and lower reaches of the river and radiates to the left and right banks. If the dam is not patrolled and inspected, when there is a risk of dam breach, the lives and property safety of the people above and below the dam will be threatened; with the development of the economy, the number of dam constructions is increasing, and more manpower and material resources need to be invested in patrol and inspection; for this reason, we propose an intelligent monitoring dam drone patrol system to achieve all-round, all-weather monitoring and patrol of reservoir dams, so as to improve the safety monitoring efficiency, accuracy, and real-time performance of the dam. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of the present invention is to solve the disadvantages existing in the prior art as proposed in the background art, and to propose an intelligent monitoring dam drone patrol system, which integrates sensing technology, Internet of Things technology, data analysis and processing technology, and remote monitoring technology, etc., aiming to achieve real-time monitoring, early warning, and patrol management of the dam safety status.

[0004] In order to achieve the above purpose, the present invention adopts the following technical solutions:

[0005] An intelligent monitoring dam drone patrol system includes a drone part for performing flight patrol tasks;

[0006] A sensor and imaging device part for sensing, photographing, and acquiring image information;

[0007] A route planning and task setting part for specifying the drone flight patrol route and determining the key patrol areas;

[0008] A data collection and transmission part for collecting the dam's images, videos, and sensor data and transmitting them to the data center or remote monitoring platform;

[0009] A data processing and analysis part for processing and analyzing the collected data and generating an inspection report and an evaluation report of the dam;

[0010] A remote monitoring and early warning part for real-time displaying the dam's monitoring data and operating status and sending early warning information to relevant personnel.

[0011] As a further aspect of the present invention, for the drone part: Select a drone model suitable for dam inspection tasks, ensuring that it has good flight stability, long endurance, and wind resistance, and the drone platform can carry a variety of sensors and image acquisition devices.

[0012] As a further aspect of the present invention, the sensor and imaging device part includes a high-precision camera, an infrared thermal imager, a lidar, a meteorological sensor, an environmental monitoring sensor, a displacement sensor, a stress sensor, a seepage sensor, a piezometric sensor, and an inclination sensor.

[0013] As a further aspect of the present invention, the high-precision camera is used to capture high-definition images of the dam surface to detect fine defects such as cracks and water seepage. The infrared thermal imager identifies potential leakage points and structural anomalies by detecting the temperature distribution on the dam surface; the lidar can obtain a three-dimensional model of the dam, providing an accurate data basis for inspection; the meteorological sensor and environmental monitoring sensor are carried as needed to comprehensively monitor the environmental conditions of the dam; the above sensors are carried on the drone.

[0014] As a further aspect of the present invention, the displacement sensor is used to monitor the deformation state of the dam in real time; the stress sensor is used to monitor the stress condition of the dam in real time; the seepage sensor is used to monitor the seepage state of the dam in real time; the piezometric sensor is used to monitor the pressure condition of the dam in real time; the inclination sensor is used to monitor the inclination state of the dam in real time; the above sensors are installed at key parts of the dam, such as the dam body, dam foundation, reservoir bank, and spillway, etc., to obtain comprehensive monitoring data.

[0015] As a further aspect of the present invention, the flight path planning and task setting part includes determining parameters such as the take-off point, flight altitude, speed, inspection points, and flight path, etc., to ensure that the drone can comprehensively and efficiently cover the dam and its surrounding environment;

[0016] Specifically, according to the characteristics of the reservoir dam and inspection requirements, a detailed inspection plan is formulated, the key inspection areas are determined, such as the dam body, reservoir water surface, surrounding environment, etc., and an automatic flight path planning software is used to plan the optimal flight path to ensure that the drone can comprehensively cover the inspection area.

[0017] As a further aspect of the present invention, for the data acquisition and transmission part: The sensors are used to collect data, and wired transmission, wireless transmission, and satellite communication, etc., are used to achieve high-speed data transmission between the drone and the ground control center to ensure the real-time and accuracy of the data.

[0018] As a further aspect of the present invention, for the data processing and analysis part: Technologies such as cloud computing, big data analysis, and artificial intelligence are used to deeply mine and analyze the collected data;

[0019] Using a data processing and analysis platform, the collected data is processed and analyzed in real time to quickly identify potential problem areas. Artificial intelligence algorithms are used to intelligently identify images and videos, such as identifying cracks, water seepage, vegetation coverage, etc., and to evaluate the structural health status, operational stability and potential safety risks of the dam.

[0020] As a further part of the present invention, the remote monitoring and warning section: provides an intuitive graphical interface to display information such as real-time inspection videos and data charts of the dam. Managers can control and dispatch drones through the remote monitoring platform, and at the same time view inspection results and warning information; when the monitored data exceeds the preset threshold or abnormal conditions occur, the system automatically triggers the warning mechanism and sends warning information to relevant personnel through means such as sound and light alarms, SMS notifications, and email reminders.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0022] The dam monitoring and patrol system of the present invention is an efficient, accurate and flexible means of dam safety management. Combining drone technology, sensor technology, Internet of Things technology, data processing and analysis technology, and remote monitoring technology, an intelligent monitoring dam drone patrol system is proposed to realize real-time monitoring, warning and patrol management of the dam safety status. By deploying various sensors and monitoring devices around the dam and its periphery, comprehensive data on the dam structure, environment and operation status are collected, and advanced data processing and analysis technology is used to timely discover potential safety hazards, so as to improve the efficiency, accuracy and real-time nature of dam safety monitoring, and provide a strong guarantee for the safe operation of the dam. Detailed implementation mode

[0023] The content of the present invention can be more easily understood by referring to the following detailed description of the preferred implementation methods of the present invention and the included embodiments. Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention belongs. In case of conflict, the definitions in this specification shall prevail.

[0024] As used herein, the term "prepared from" is synonymous with "comprising". The terms "comprising", "including", "having", "containing" or any other variation thereof used herein are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a composition, step, method, article or device containing the listed elements is not necessarily limited to those elements, but may include other elements not expressly listed or elements inherent to such composition, step, method, article or device.

[0025] The connective "consisting of" excludes any unrecited element, step, or component. If used in a claim, this phrase renders the claim closed, excluding materials other than those described, except for conventional impurities associated therewith. When the phrase "consisting of" appears in a clause within the body of a claim rather than immediately following the subject, it limits only the elements described in that clause; other elements are not excluded from the claim as a whole.

[0026] When an equivalent, concentration, or other value or parameter is expressed as a range, a preferred range, or a range defined by a series of upper preferred values and lower preferred values, this should be understood to specifically disclose all ranges formed by any pairing of any upper range limit or preferred value with any lower range limit or preferred value, whether or not that range is separately disclosed. For example, when the range "1 to 5" is disclosed, the described range should be interpreted to include the ranges "1 to 4", "1 to 3", "1 to 2", "1 to 2 and 4 to 5", "1 to 3 and 5", etc. When a numerical range is described herein, unless otherwise stated, that range is intended to include its end values and all integers and fractions within that range.

[0027] The singular form includes plural referents unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. "Optional" or "any one" means that the subsequently described matter or event may or may not occur, and this description includes both the case where the event occurs and the case where the event does not occur.

[0028] Approximating language, as used in the specification and claims, is used to modify a quantity and indicates that the present invention is not limited to the specific quantity but also includes modified portions that are close to that quantity and are acceptable without causing a change in the relevant basic function. Accordingly, modifying a numerical value with "about", "approximately", etc. means that the present invention is not limited to that exact numerical value. In some instances, the approximating language may correspond to the precision of the instrument for measuring the value. In the specification and claims of this application, range limitations may be combined and / or interchanged, and these ranges include all sub-ranges subsumed therein if not otherwise stated.

[0029] Furthermore, the indefinite articles "a" and "an" before an element or component of the present invention do not limit the quantity requirement (i.e., the number of occurrences) of the element or component. Thus, "a" or "an" should be interpreted to include one or at least one, and an element or component in the singular form also includes the plural form, unless the quantity clearly refers to the singular form.

[0030] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, rather than all of the embodiments.

[0031] Example 1

[0032] An intelligent monitoring drone patrol system for dams, including a drone part, a sensor and imaging device part, a flight path planning and task setting part, a data collection and transmission part, a data processing and analysis part, and a remote monitoring and early warning part. More specifically, each part includes the following:

[0033] The drone part is used to perform flight patrol tasks. The drone selects a drone model suitable for dam inspection tasks to ensure it has good flight stability, long endurance, and wind resistance. Moreover, the drone platform can carry a variety of sensors and image acquisition devices. Among them, industrial-grade drones have become the preferred platform for dam monitoring and patrol due to their high stability, long endurance, and large load capacity;

[0034] The sensor and imaging device part is used to sense, photograph, and obtain image information. The sensor and imaging device part includes a high-precision camera, an infrared thermal imager, a lidar, a displacement sensor, a stress sensor, a seepage sensor, a piezometric sensor, and an inclination sensor.

[0035] The high-precision camera is used to take high-definition images of the dam surface to capture subtle defects such as cracks and water seepage. The infrared thermal imager identifies potential leakage points and structural anomalies by detecting the temperature distribution on the dam surface; The lidar can obtain a three-dimensional model of the dam, providing an accurate data basis for inspection; Meteorological sensors and environmental monitoring sensors are carried according to needs to comprehensively monitor the environmental conditions of the dam; The above sensors are carried on the drone;

[0036] The displacement sensor is used to monitor the deformation state of the dam in real time; The stress sensor is used to monitor the stress condition of the dam in real time; The seepage sensor is used to monitor the seepage state of the dam in real time; The piezometric sensor is used to monitor the pressure condition of the dam in real time; The inclination sensor is used to monitor the inclination state of the dam in real time; The above sensors are installed at key parts of the dam, such as the dam body, dam foundation, reservoir bank, and spillway, etc., to obtain comprehensive monitoring data;

[0037] The flight path planning and task setting part is used to specify the flight patrol route of the drone and determine the key patrol areas. The flight path planning and task setting part includes determining parameters such as the take-off point, flight altitude, speed, inspection points, and flight path to ensure that the drone can comprehensively and efficiently cover the dam and its surrounding environment;

[0038] Specifically, according to the characteristics of the reservoir dam and the inspection requirements, a detailed inspection plan is formulated to determine the key inspection areas, such as the dam body, reservoir water surface, and surrounding environment, etc. An automatic flight path planning software is used to plan the optimal flight path to ensure that the drone can comprehensively cover the inspection area;

[0039] The data acquisition and transmission part is used to collect the images, videos and sensor data of the dam and transmit them to the data center or remote monitoring platform. The data acquisition and transmission part: uses sensors to collect data, and uses wired transmission, wireless transmission and satellite communication, etc. to achieve high-speed data transmission between the UAV and the ground control center, ensuring the real-time and accuracy of the data;

[0040] The data processing and analysis part is used to process and analyze the collected data and generate an inspection report and an evaluation report of the dam. The data processing and analysis part: uses technologies such as cloud computing, big data analysis and artificial intelligence to deeply mine and analyze the collected data;

[0041] Uses the data processing and analysis platform to perform real-time processing and analysis on the collected data, quickly identify potential problem areas, and uses artificial intelligence algorithms to perform intelligent recognition on images and videos, such as identifying cracks, seepage, vegetation coverage, etc., and evaluating the structural health status, operation stability and potential safety risks of the dam;

[0042] The remote monitoring and warning part is used to display the monitoring data and operation status of the dam in real time and send warning information to relevant personnel. The remote monitoring and warning part can provide an intuitive graphical interface to display information such as real-time inspection videos and data charts of the dam. Managers can control and dispatch the UAV through the remote monitoring platform, and view the inspection results and warning information at the same time; when the monitoring data exceeds the preset threshold or an abnormality occurs, the system automatically triggers the warning mechanism and sends warning information to relevant personnel through means such as sound and light alarms, SMS notifications, and email reminders.

[0043] Embodiment 2

[0044] An intelligent monitoring UAV patrol system for dams includes the following steps:

[0045] S1. The ground operator plans the flight path and target points of the UAV according to the inspection requirements, and specifically sets parameters such as the take-off point, inspection route, flight altitude and speed of the UAV through the software platform;

[0046] S2. The UAV performs autonomous flight according to the preset flight path, and during the flight, the sensor equipment carried by the UAV collects the image and data information of the dam in real time;

[0047] S3. The UAV transmits the collected image and data information to the ground control center through wireless communication technology, and uses encryption and verification mechanisms during the transmission process to ensure the security and accuracy of the data;

[0048] S4. After the data received by the ground control center is processed and analyzed by professional software, an inspection report and a warning message are generated. The inspection report details the inspection situation of the dam, including the location and degree of defects such as cracks and water seepage, and the warning message issues an alarm in advance according to the analysis results so as to take timely measures to deal with potential safety hazards;

[0049] S5. Based on the inspection report and the warning message, the management personnel can make scientific decisions to optimize the operation and maintenance management strategy of the dam. For example, formulate a repair plan for the discovered defects, adjust the operation parameters of the dam according to the environmental monitoring data, etc.

[0050] The examples involved in this article are only illustrative and are used to explain some features of the method described in the present invention. The appended claims are intended to claim the broadest scope conceivable, and the embodiments presented herein are only illustrative of the selected implementation manners according to the combination of all possible embodiments. Therefore, the intention of the applicant is that the appended claims are not limited by the selection of examples that illustrate the features of the present invention. Some numerical ranges used in the claims also include sub-ranges within them, and changes within these ranges should also be interpreted as being covered by the appended claims whenever possible.

Claims

1. An intelligent monitoring unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) patrol system for dams, characterized in that, It includes a UAV part for performing flight patrol tasks; A sensor and imaging device part for sensing, photographing, and acquiring image information; A flight route planning and task setting part for specifying the UAV flight patrol route and determining the key patrol areas; A data collection and transmission part for collecting the images, videos, and sensor data of the dam and transmitting them to the data center or remote monitoring platform; A data processing and analysis part for processing and analyzing the collected data and generating inspection reports and evaluation reports of the dam; A remote monitoring and warning part for real-time displaying the monitoring data and operation status of the dam and sending warning information to relevant personnel.

2. The intelligent monitoring unmanned aerial vehicle patrol system for dams according to claim 1, wherein UAV part: Select a UAV model suitable for the dam inspection task to ensure its good flight stability, long endurance, and wind resistance, and the UAV platform can carry a variety of sensors and image acquisition devices.

3. The intelligent monitoring unmanned aerial vehicle patrol system for dams according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sensor and imaging device part includes a high-precision camera, an infrared thermal imager, a lidar, a displacement sensor, a stress sensor, a seepage sensor, a piezometric sensor, and an inclination sensor.

4. The intelligent monitoring unmanned aerial vehicle patrol system for dams according to claim 3, wherein, The high-precision camera is used to take high-definition images of the dam surface to capture subtle defects such as cracks and water seepage. The infrared thermal imager identifies potential leakage points and structural anomalies by detecting the temperature distribution on the dam surface; the lidar can obtain the three-dimensional model of the dam, providing an accurate data basis for inspection; meteorological sensors and environmental monitoring sensors are carried according to needs to comprehensively monitor the environmental conditions of the dam.

5. The intelligent monitoring unmanned aerial vehicle patrol system for dam according to claim 3, characterized in that, The displacement sensor is used to monitor the deformation state of the dam in real time; the stress sensor is used to monitor the stress condition of the dam in real time; the seepage sensor is used to monitor the seepage state of the dam in real time; the piezometric sensor is used to monitor the pressure condition of the dam in real time; the inclination sensor is used to monitor the inclination state of the dam in real time.

6. The intelligent monitoring dam drone patrol system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The flight route planning and task setting part includes determining parameters such as the takeoff point, flight altitude, speed, inspection points, and flight route to ensure that the UAV can comprehensively and efficiently cover the dam and its surrounding environment.

7. The intelligent monitoring unmanned aerial vehicle patrol system for dam according to claim 1, wherein, Data collection and transmission part: Use sensors to collect data and use wired transmission, wireless transmission, and satellite communication, etc. to achieve high-speed data transmission between the UAV and the ground control center to ensure the real-time and accuracy of the data.

8. The intelligent monitoring unmanned aerial vehicle patrol system for dam according to claim 1, wherein, Data processing and analysis part: Use technologies such as cloud computing, big data analysis, and artificial intelligence to deeply mine and analyze the collected data.

9. The intelligent monitoring unmanned aerial vehicle patrol system for dam according to claim 1, wherein, Remote monitoring and warning part: Provide an intuitive graphical interface to display information such as real-time inspection videos and data charts of the dam. Managers can control and dispatch the UAV through the remote monitoring platform and view the inspection results and warning information at the same time; when the monitoring data exceeds the preset threshold or an abnormality occurs, the system automatically triggers the warning mechanism and sends warning information to relevant personnel through means such as audible and visual alarms, SMS notifications, and email reminders.