Lifesaving system for ship

Abstract

The invention provides a lifesaving system for a ship, and relates to the technical field of lifesaving, the lifesaving system comprises a main control chip, a communication unit and an electronic mobile device, the main control chip and the electronic mobile device are in wireless signal connection through the communication unit; the water pressure sensor and the positioning unit are both connected with the main control chip, the water pressure sensor can send a pressure signal to the main control chip according to the water pressure change, the main control chip can start the positioning unit according to the pressure signal, and the main control chip can send position information to the electronic mobile equipment through the communication unit; the air supply unit is connected with the main control chip, the output end of the air supply unit is connected with the input end of the life jacket, and the main control chip can start the air supply unit according to the pressure signal; the life jacket provided by the invention integrates automatic inflation, precise positioning, environment adaptation, communication help seeking and energy management, and solves the problems of single function and low rescue efficiency of a traditional life jacket.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the technical field of life-saving, and more specifically, relates to a life-saving system for ships. Background Art

[0002] The main function of traditional life jackets is to provide buoyancy to help users maintain buoyancy in water and prevent drowning. Although the floating function is achieved, traditional life jackets have relatively single functions, lack active positioning and remote communication capabilities, making it difficult to quickly determine the position of the person falling into the water in case of danger. Moreover, traditional life jackets are large in size, which easily restricts movement and they also have no intelligent interaction function. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The object of the present invention is a life-saving system for ships, which solves the problems of the single function of traditional life jackets and low rescue efficiency mentioned in the above background art.

[0004] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides a life-saving system for ships, which is characterized in that the life-saving system includes:

[0005] A main control chip, a communication unit and an electronic mobile device, where the main control chip and the electronic mobile device are wirelessly connected through the communication unit;

[0006] A water pressure sensor and a positioning unit, both the water pressure sensor and the positioning unit are connected to the main control chip. The water pressure sensor can send a pressure signal to the main control chip according to the change of water pressure, and the main control chip can start the positioning unit according to the pressure signal. The main control chip can send the position information to the electronic mobile device through the communication unit;

[0007] An air supply unit, the air supply unit is connected to the main control chip, and the output end of the air supply unit is connected to the input end of the life jacket. The main control chip can start the air supply unit according to the pressure signal;

[0008] A life jacket, on which the main control chip, the communication unit, the water pressure sensor, the positioning unit and the air supply unit are all arranged.

[0009] Preferably, the life-saving system for ships further includes a water temperature sensor and a heating element. The water temperature sensor is arranged on the life jacket, the heating element covers the surface of the life jacket, and both the water temperature sensor and the heating element are connected to the main control chip. The water temperature sensor can send a water temperature signal to the main control chip according to the change of water temperature, and the main control chip can start the heating element according to the water temperature signal.

[0010] Preferably, the life jacket includes two airbags, each airbag is provided with a plurality of through holes, the two airbags are connected at intervals, the airbag includes a plurality of single-piece leather bags, the plurality of single-piece leather bags are stacked on top of each other, and two adjacent single-piece leather bags are detachably connected. The inside of the single-piece leather bag is in a honeycomb structure;

[0011] The ship life-saving system further includes a humidity sensor and a plurality of dehumidifying elements. The plurality of dehumidifying elements are respectively arranged in the plurality of through holes. The humidity sensor is arranged on the life jacket. The humidity sensor and the plurality of dehumidifying elements are both connected to the main control chip. The humidity sensor can send a humidity signal to the main control chip according to the humidity change inside the life jacket, and the main control chip can start the plurality of dehumidifying elements according to the humidity signal.

[0012] Preferably, the ship life-saving system further includes a water immersion sensor and an accelerometer. The water immersion sensor and the accelerometer are both arranged on the life jacket. The water immersion sensor and the accelerometer are connected to the main control chip. The accelerometer can send a speed signal to the main control chip according to the acceleration change of falling into the water, and the water immersion sensor can send a conduction signal to the main control chip according to the circuit conductivity. The main control chip can start the air supply unit according to the speed signal or the conduction signal.

[0013] Preferably, the ship life-saving system further includes an attitude sensor, a biological sensor and a body temperature sensor. The attitude sensor, the biological sensor and the body temperature sensor are all arranged on the life jacket. The attitude sensor, the biological sensor and the body temperature sensor are all connected to the main control chip. The attitude sensor can send an attitude signal to the main control chip according to the falling water attitude, the biological sensor can send a heart rate signal to the main control chip according to the heart rate change, and the body temperature sensor can send a body temperature signal to the main control chip according to the body temperature change. The main control chip can send the human body attitude situation, heart rate data and body temperature data to the electronic mobile device through the communication unit.

[0014] Preferably, the ship life-saving system further includes an acoustic-optic alarm unit. The acoustic-optic alarm unit is arranged on the life jacket. The acoustic-optic alarm unit is connected to the main control chip. The main control chip can control the acoustic-optic alarm unit to give an acoustic-optic alarm.

[0015] Preferably, the ship life-saving system further includes a man-machine interaction unit. The man-machine interaction unit is arranged on the life jacket. The man-machine interaction unit is connected to the main control chip. The man-machine interaction unit includes a circuit board, a touch screen, a voice control module and an emergency call module. The circuit board is connected to the touch screen, the voice control module and the emergency call module.

[0016] Preferably, the positioning unit is a multi-mode positioning unit integrated with a GPS module, a Beidou module, and an underwater sonar module.

[0017] Preferably, the communication unit is an emergency communication unit integrated with a Beidou short message module and a 4G / 5G Internet of Things module.

[0018] Preferably, the shipborne life-saving system further includes a power supply unit, which is arranged on the life jacket, connected to the main control chip, and is a hybrid power supply unit integrated with a lithium battery pack and a super capacitor.

[0019] The present invention provides a shipborne life-saving system, and its beneficial effects are as follows: The life-saving system integrates a main control chip, a communication unit, a water pressure sensor, a positioning unit, and an air supply unit on the life jacket. When falling into the water, the main control chip can activate the air supply unit according to the pressure signal, and the life jacket can be inflated to the rated buoyancy in a short time. Moreover, the main control chip can also activate the positioning unit according to the pressure signal and then send the position information through the communication unit. When in distress, the rescuers can quickly determine the position of the person falling into the water through an electronic mobile device, improving the life-saving efficiency. At the same time, since the life jacket can be inflated to the rated buoyancy in a short time when falling into the water, the life jacket can maintain a flat shape before falling into the water, avoiding the life jacket being too large in volume and causing restricted movement.

[0020] Other features and advantages of the present invention will be described in detail in the following specific implementation part. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] By describing the exemplary embodiments of the present invention in more detail in conjunction with the drawings, the above and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become more obvious. Among them, in the exemplary embodiments of the present invention, the same reference numerals generally represent the same components.

[0022] Figure 1 The structural schematic diagram of a shipborne life-saving system according to an embodiment of the present invention is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0023] The following will describe the preferred embodiments of the present invention in more detail. Although the following describes the preferred embodiments of the present invention, it should be understood that the present invention can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited by the embodiments described herein. On the contrary, these embodiments are provided to make the present invention more thorough and complete, and to be able to fully convey the scope of the present invention to those skilled in the art.

[0024] As Figure 1 shown, the present invention provides a shipborne life-saving system, which is characterized in that the life-saving system includes:

[0025] A main control chip, a communication unit, and an electronic mobile device, wherein the main control chip and the electronic mobile device are wirelessly connected through the communication unit;

[0026] A water pressure sensor and a positioning unit, both of which are connected to the main control chip. The water pressure sensor can send a pressure signal to the main control chip according to the water pressure change, the main control chip can activate the positioning unit according to the pressure signal, and the main control chip can send location information to the electronic mobile device through the communication unit;

[0027] An air supply unit, which is connected to the main control chip, and the output end of the air supply unit is connected to the input end of the life jacket. The main control chip can activate the air supply unit according to the pressure signal;

[0028] A life jacket, on which the main control chip, the communication unit, the water pressure sensor, the positioning unit, and the air supply unit are all arranged.

[0029] Specifically, to solve the problems of single function and low rescue efficiency of traditional life jackets, the present invention provides a shipborne life-saving system. This life-saving system integrates a main control chip, a communication unit, a water pressure sensor, a positioning unit, and an air supply unit on the life jacket. When falling into the water, the main control chip can activate the air supply unit according to the pressure signal, and the life jacket can be inflated to the rated buoyancy in a short time. Moreover, the main control chip can also activate the positioning unit according to the pressure signal and then send the location information through the communication unit. When in distress, the rescuers can quickly determine the location of the person falling into the water through the electronic mobile device, improving the rescue efficiency. At the same time, since the life jacket can be inflated to the rated buoyancy in a short time when falling into the water, the life jacket can maintain a flat shape before falling into the water, avoiding the life jacket being too large in volume and causing restricted movement.

[0030] Preferably, the air supply unit includes a gas cylinder, a solenoid valve, and an electronic switch. The gas cylinder and the life jacket are connected through the solenoid valve, and the electronic switch is connected to the solenoid valve.

[0031] Specifically, the gas cylinder is a CO2 gas cylinder, and the electronic switch is used for emergency manual control to support the control of the opening and closing of the solenoid valve to achieve gas volume replenishment.

[0032] This application realizes two modes of automatic inflation and manual inflation. Automatic inflation controls the opening of the solenoid valve through the water pressure sensor, and triggers the rapid inflation of the CO2 gas cylinder after falling into the water. Manual inflation supports gas volume replenishment by manually controlling the electronic switch.

[0033] Preferably, the ship life-saving system also includes a water temperature sensor and a heating element. The water temperature sensor is arranged on the life jacket, and the heating element covers the surface of the life jacket. The water temperature sensor and the heating element are both connected to the main control chip. The water temperature sensor can send a water temperature signal to the main control chip according to the water temperature change, and the main control chip can start the heating element according to the water temperature signal.

[0034] Specifically, in order to solve the problem that traditional life jackets have poor environmental adaptability, easily lead to body temperature loss in low temperature environments, and have no heating or insulation measures, the present application provides an environmentally adaptive life jacket, the heating element of which integrates a graphene heating film and a phase change heat storage material layer, and adjusts the heating power through the main control chip to maintain body temperature.

[0035] Preferably, the life jacket comprises two air bags, each of which is provided with a plurality of through holes, the two air bags are spaced apart and connected, the air bags comprise a plurality of single-piece leather bags, the plurality of single-piece leather bags are stacked on each other, two adjacent single-piece leather bags are detachably connected, and the interior of the single-piece leather bag has a honeycomb structure;

[0036] The ship life-saving system also includes a humidity sensor and multiple dehumidification elements, which are respectively arranged in multiple through holes. The humidity sensor is arranged on the life jacket. The humidity sensor and the multiple dehumidification elements are all connected to the main control chip. The humidity sensor can send a humidity signal to the main control chip according to the humidity change in the life jacket, and the main control chip can start the multiple dehumidification elements according to the humidity signal.

[0037] Specifically, the life jacket of the present application adopts a split design, with two airbags respectively set on the front chest and back to ensure balanced buoyancy. The multi-layer composite airbag can achieve puncture protection on the outer layer and impact protection on the inner layer. It is detachable and replaceable. The airbag adopts a honeycomb structure, which takes into account buoyancy, stability and flexibility.

[0038] The pumping element is a micro fan, and the humidity sensor can detect the humidity between the life jacket and the human body. The micro fan can be linked to dehumidify to keep the body dry and avoid health problems.

[0039] Preferably, the ship life-saving system also includes a water immersion sensor and an accelerometer, and the water immersion sensor and the accelerometer are both arranged on the life jacket, and the water immersion sensor and the accelerometer are connected to the main control chip. The accelerometer can send a speed signal to the main control chip according to the acceleration change of falling into the water, and the water immersion sensor can send a conduction signal to the main control chip according to the circuit conductivity, and the main control chip can start the air supply unit according to the speed signal or the conduction signal.

[0040] Specifically, to prevent the water pressure sensor from failing to start the air supply unit due to failure to meet the water pressure standard, the life-saving system is also equipped with a water immersion sensor and an accelerometer. By detecting the change in the electrical conductivity of the water immersion sensor circuit and the change in the speed of the accelerometer, it can be determined whether a person has entered the water, ensuring the start of the air supply unit under multiple guarantees.

[0041] Preferably, the ship life-saving system further includes an attitude sensor, a biological sensor, and a body temperature sensor. The attitude sensor, the biological sensor, and the body temperature sensor are all arranged on the life jacket. The attitude sensor, the biological sensor, and the body temperature sensor are all connected to the main control chip. The attitude sensor can send an attitude signal to the main control chip according to the falling posture. The biological sensor can send a heart rate signal to the main control chip according to the change in heart rate. The body temperature sensor can send a body temperature signal to the main control chip according to the change in body temperature. The main control chip can send the human body posture situation, heart rate data, and body temperature data to the electronic mobile device through the communication unit.

[0042] Specifically, the attitude sensor uses MPU6050 to detect the human body posture and distinguish accidental falling into the water from normal actions.

[0043] Preferably, the ship life-saving system further includes an audible and visual alarm unit. The audible and visual alarm unit is arranged on the life jacket. The audible and visual alarm unit is connected to the main control chip. The main control chip can control the audible and visual alarm unit to give an audible and visual alarm.

[0044] Specifically, the audible and visual alarm unit includes a high-frequency flash lamp and a whistle generator to improve the visibility of search and rescue. Among them, the high-frequency flash lamp is a high-brightness LED, and the whistle generator is a buzzer.

[0045] Preferably, the ship life-saving system further includes a light sensor. The light sensor is connected to the main control chip. The light sensor can sense the light intensity. At night, it can send a light signal to the main control chip according to the change in light. The main control chip can start the high-frequency flash lamp and the whistle generator according to the pressure signal.

[0046] Specifically, the high-frequency flash lamp and the whistle generator are started at night to assist in night search and improve the visibility of search and rescue.

[0047] Preferably, the ship life-saving system further includes a man-machine interaction unit. The man-machine interaction unit is arranged on the life jacket. The man-machine interaction unit is connected to the main control chip. The man-machine interaction unit includes a circuit board, a touch screen, a voice control module, and an emergency call module. The circuit board is connected to the touch screen, the voice control module, and the emergency call module.

[0048] Specifically, the touch screen is used to display the remaining gas volume of the gas supply unit, the power of the power supply unit, and environmental parameters. The environmental parameters include water temperature, body temperature and humidity. The human-machine interaction unit is also integrated with a voice control module and an emergency call module, which support voice control of the main control chip and emergency call, and can realize intelligent interaction functions.

[0049] Preferably, the positioning unit is a multi-mode positioning unit integrated with a GPS module, a Beidou module and an underwater sonar module, and the main control chip can activate the positioning unit according to the humidity signal.

[0050] Specifically, the GPS module uses U-Blox NEO-6M, integrated antenna, and sends latitude and longitude data through UART. The positioning unit is compatible with GPS, Beidou and underwater sonar beacons, and supports automatic activation of the positioning unit after falling into the water through the control of pressure signal or humidity signal.

[0051] Preferably, the communication unit is an emergency communication unit integrated with a Beidou short message module and a 4G / 5G Internet of Things module.

[0052] Specifically, the communication unit uses Iridium 9603N, which can achieve global coverage. The communication unit integrates a Beidou short message module and a 4G / 5G Internet of Things module to send distress signals and location information.

[0053] Preferably, the ship life-saving system further includes a power supply unit, which is arranged on the life jacket, and the power supply unit is connected to the main control chip. The power supply unit is a hybrid power supply unit integrated with a lithium battery pack and a super capacitor.

[0054] Specifically, the power supply unit integrates a solar photovoltaic unit, a lithium battery pack and a super capacitor. The solar photovoltaic can charge the lithium battery and support stable power supply in low-temperature environments. The power supply unit adopts a modular power supply strategy, preferentially powering on the positioning unit and the communication unit to ensure positioning and communication functions.

[0055] Preferably, the main control chip uses a low-power MCU, such as the STM32L4 series, which supports multiple communication protocols. The main control chip is equipped with an AI algorithm, which can automatically adjust the heating power of the heating element and the alarm strategy of the acoustic-optic alarm unit according to the water temperature and heart rate. Preferably, the heating element can be automatically adjusted to 40 according to the water temperature to prevent hypothermia.

[0056] Preferably, the life jacket fabric is a flame-retardant and waterproof fabric, and ventilation holes are provided under the armpits and at the waist.

[0057] Specifically, for waterproofing, TPU-coated nylon or PVC material is used, and the seams of the life jacket are heat-sealed.

[0058] Preferably, the electronic mobile device is a mobile phone APP.

[0059] Preferably, the life-saving system for ships further includes a reflective strip and a distress signal flare. The reflective strip is adhered to the life jacket, and a reserved modular interface is provided on the life jacket for externally hanging the distress signal flare.

[0060] In summary, when the life-saving system for ships of the present invention is in use, in the event of a person falling into the water, the water pressure sensor triggers the CO2 gas cylinder. Through tests, the airbag can be inflated to the rated buoyancy within 3 seconds. The main control chip activates the GPS positioning and sends the longitude and latitude, heart rate, and body temperature data through the Beidou short message module. The heating film automatically adjusts to a suitable temperature, such as 40°C, to prevent hypothermia. The rescue personnel receive the positioning information through the mobile phone APP, and the sound and light alarm unit assists in the search at night.

[0061] The present invention provides a life jacket that integrates automatic inflation, precise positioning, environmental adaptation, communication for distress, and energy management, solving the problems of single function and low rescue efficiency of traditional life jackets.

[0062] The embodiments of the present invention have been described above. The above description is exemplary and not exhaustive, and is not limited to the disclosed embodiments. Many modifications and variations are obvious to those of ordinary skill in the art in the technical field without departing from the scope and spirit of the described embodiments.

Claims

1. A life-saving system for ships, characterized in that, The life-saving system includes: A main control chip, a communication unit, and an electronic mobile device. The main control chip and the electronic mobile device are wirelessly connected through the communication unit; A water pressure sensor and a positioning unit. The water pressure sensor and the positioning unit are both connected to the main control chip. The water pressure sensor can send a pressure signal to the main control chip according to the change in water pressure. The main control chip can start the positioning unit according to the pressure signal, and the main control chip can send location information to the electronic mobile device through the communication unit; An air supply unit. The air supply unit is connected to the main control chip, and the output end of the air supply unit is connected to the input end of the life jacket. The main control chip can start the air supply unit according to the pressure signal; A life jacket. The main control chip, the communication unit, the water pressure sensor, the positioning unit, and the air supply unit are all arranged on the life jacket.

2. The life-saving system for a ship according to claim 1, characterized in that, The marine life-saving system further includes a water temperature sensor and a heating element. The water temperature sensor is arranged on the life jacket, and the heating element covers the surface of the life jacket. The water temperature sensor and the heating element are both connected to the main control chip. The water temperature sensor can send a water temperature signal to the main control chip according to the change in water temperature, and the main control chip can start the heating element according to the water temperature signal.

3. A life-saving system for ships according to claim 1, characterized in that, The life jacket includes two airbags. Each airbag is provided with a plurality of through holes. The two airbags are connected at intervals. The airbag includes a plurality of single-piece air bags. The plurality of single-piece air bags are stacked on top of each other. Adjacent two single-piece air bags are detachably connected. The inside of the single-piece air bag is in a honeycomb structure; The marine life-saving system further includes a humidity sensor and a plurality of dehumidifying elements. The plurality of dehumidifying elements are respectively arranged in a plurality of through holes. The humidity sensor is arranged on the life jacket. The humidity sensor and the plurality of dehumidifying elements are both connected to the main control chip. The humidity sensor can send a humidity signal to the main control chip according to the change in humidity inside the life jacket, and the main control chip can start the plurality of dehumidifying elements according to the humidity signal.

4. A life-saving system for ships according to claim 1, characterized in that, The marine life-saving system further includes a water immersion sensor and an accelerometer. The water immersion sensor and the accelerometer are both arranged on the life jacket. The water immersion sensor and the accelerometer are connected to the main control chip. The accelerometer can send a speed signal to the main control chip according to the change in the acceleration of falling into the water. The water immersion sensor can send a conduction signal to the main control chip according to the circuit conductivity. The main control chip can start the air supply unit according to the speed signal or the conduction signal.

5. A life-saving system for ships according to claim 1, characterized in that The shipborne life-saving system further includes an attitude sensor, a biosensor, and a body temperature sensor. The attitude sensor, the biosensor, and the body temperature sensor are all disposed on the life jacket. The attitude sensor, the biosensor, and the body temperature sensor are all connected to the main control chip. The attitude sensor can send an attitude signal to the main control chip according to the falling posture. The biosensor can send a heart rate signal to the main control chip according to the heart rate change. The body temperature sensor can send a body temperature signal to the main control chip according to the body temperature change. The main control chip can send the human body posture condition, heart rate data, and body temperature data to the electronic mobile device through the communication unit.

6. A life-saving system for ships according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shipborne life-saving system further includes an acoustic-optic alarm unit. The acoustic-optic alarm unit is disposed on the life jacket. The acoustic-optic alarm unit is connected to the main control chip. The main control chip can control the acoustic-optic alarm unit to give an acoustic-optic alarm.

7. A life-saving system for ships according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shipborne life-saving system further includes a man-machine interaction unit. The man-machine interaction unit is disposed on the life jacket. The man-machine interaction unit is connected to the main control chip. The man-machine interaction unit includes a circuit board, a touch screen, a voice control module, and an emergency call module. The circuit board is connected to the touch screen, the voice control module, and the emergency call module.

8. A life-saving system for a ship according to claim 1, characterized in that, The positioning unit is a multi-mode positioning unit integrated with a GPS module, a Beidou module, and an underwater sonar module.

9. A life-saving system for ships according to claim 1, characterized in that, The communication unit is an emergency communication unit integrated with a Beidou short message module and a 4G / 5G Internet of Things module.

10. A life-saving system for a ship according to claim 1, characterized in that, The shipborne life-saving system further includes a power supply unit. The power supply unit is disposed on the life jacket. The power supply unit is connected to the main control chip. The power supply unit is a hybrid power supply unit integrated with a lithium battery pack and a super capacitor.

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