Underwater cable connecting bin

Abstract

The invention discloses an underwater cable connecting bin which comprises a first end cover plate, a second end cover plate and a shell, the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are arranged at the two ends of the shell respectively, and the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are connected to the shell through bolts so that a sealing structure can be formed in the shell; a first underwater cable joint and a second underwater cable joint are respectively arranged on the first end part cover plate and the second end part cover plate, so that an underwater cable is connected to the first underwater cable joint and the second underwater cable joint; the first end cover plate is further provided with a hydraulic connector, the second end cover plate is further provided with a third underwater cable connector, so that the hydraulic connector is connected with the compensator, and the third underwater cable connector is connected with an underwater cable. According to the underwater cable connection bin, the shell is made of the corrosion-resistant and transparent acrylic material, the end cover plate is made of the stainless steel material, and therefore the underwater cable connection bin is long in service life and easy to install and maintain.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the technical field of marine petroleum engineering, and in particular relates to an underwater cable connection compartment. Background Art

[0002] Underwater engineering construction, oil and gas resource development, and scientific research require the application of professional underwater equipment, such as ROVs and underwater trenchers. These equipment need to be equipped with a variety of underwater detection, inspection, and observation tools according to mission requirements in complex underwater environments. Underwater tools are of various types and are designed and manufactured by different brands. The underwater cable connectors and interface standards used vary.

[0003] At present, the connection between these underwater tools and underwater main equipment mainly relies on cable casting fluid. An underwater cable is remade on site, one end of which matches the underwater main equipment and the other end matches the underwater tool.

[0004] This type of cable can only be used for specific equipment, and the production process is complicated. The leftover materials are not conducive to environmental protection and pose health risks to operators. The quality of the cable after production is also difficult to achieve stable control.

[0005] Therefore, it is urgent to design an underwater cable connection chamber to solve the above-mentioned problems. Summary of the Invention

[0006] In order to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background technology that traditional cables can only be used for specific equipment, the production process is complicated, the waste materials are not conducive to environmental protection, and there are health risks to operators, an underwater cable connection warehouse is provided to solve the problem of adapting to the docking of various types of underwater cables.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the specific technical solutions of the underwater cable connection compartment of the present invention are as follows: An underwater cable connection compartment comprises a first end cover plate, a second end cover plate and a shell, wherein the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are respectively arranged at both ends of the shell, and the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are connected to the shell by bolts to form a sealing structure inside the shell; a first underwater cable connector and a second underwater cable connector are respectively provided on the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate to connect the underwater cable to the first underwater cable connector and the second underwater cable connector; a hydraulic connector is also provided on the first end cover plate, and a third underwater cable connector is also provided on the second end cover plate to connect the hydraulic connector to the compensator, and the third underwater cable connector is connected to the underwater cable.

[0008] Furthermore, the two ends of the shell have corresponding protrusions, so that the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are screwed onto the protrusions of the shell.

[0009] Furthermore, the bolts are screwed onto the through holes along the length direction of the shell. Screw holes are provided on the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate. The first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are screwed onto the bolts through the screw holes respectively.

[0010] Furthermore, nuts are screwed onto both ends of the bolt, so that the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are fixedly arranged at both ends of the shell.

[0011] Furthermore, first connection holes are provided at intervals on the first end cover plate so that the first underwater cable connector and the hydraulic connector can be connected to the first connection holes.

[0012] Furthermore, second connection holes are provided at intervals on the second end cover plate so that the second underwater cable connector and the third underwater cable connector can be connected to the second connection holes.

[0013] Furthermore, a wiring terminal is provided in the shell, and the wiring terminal is connected to the first underwater cable connector, the second underwater cable connector and the third underwater cable connector.

[0014] Furthermore, abutment portions are provided on the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate. The first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are screwed onto the shell, and the abutment portions are inserted into the shell to seal the shell.

[0015] Furthermore, the shell is a transparent shell.

[0016] Furthermore, the shell is configured as a hollow cylinder.

[0017] The underwater cable connection compartment of the present invention has the following advantages: The housing allows for multiple, variable-size connections, allowing for docking between various underwater cable types. It also features compensators, ensuring the internal pressure inside the housing is slightly higher than the external ambient pressure, preventing external liquids from entering the housing. The housing is constructed of corrosion-resistant, transparent acrylic, with stainless steel end caps for a long service life and ease of installation and maintenance. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the underwater cable connection compartment of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a layout diagram of the underwater cable connector of the underwater cable connection compartment of the present invention.

[0019] Description of the marks in the figure: 1. First end cover plate; 2. Second end cover plate; 3. Shell; 4. Bolt; 5. First underwater cable connector; 6. Second underwater cable connector; 7. Third underwater cable connector; 8. Hydraulic connector; 9. Nut; 10. First connecting hole; 11. Wiring terminal; 12. Underwater cable; 13. Sealing ring. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only 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 those skilled in the art without making any creative efforts shall fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0021] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that although some embodiments herein include certain features included in other embodiments but not other features, the combination of features from different embodiments is intended to be within the scope of the present invention and to form different embodiments. For example, in the claims, any one of the claimed embodiments may be used in any combination.

[0022] Please refer to the attached Figure 1 To the attached Figure 2 The underwater cable connection chamber of the present invention is described.

[0023] like Figure 1 As shown, the underwater cable connection compartment in the present invention includes a first end cover plate 1, a second end cover plate 2 and a shell 3, the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are respectively arranged at both ends of the shell 3, and the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are connected to the shell 3 by bolts 4 to form a sealing structure inside the shell 3; the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are respectively provided with a first underwater cable connector 5 and a second underwater cable connector 6, so that the underwater cable is connected to the first underwater cable connector 5 and the second underwater cable connector 6; the first end cover plate 1 is also provided with a hydraulic connector 8, and the second end cover plate 2 is also provided with a third underwater cable connector 7, so that the hydraulic connector 8 is connected to the compensator, and the third underwater cable connector 7 is connected to the underwater cable.

[0024] The housing 3 can be connected to multiple interfaces with variable interface configurations, allowing for docking of various underwater cables 12 models. It also features a compensator connection, maintaining a slightly higher pressure inside the housing 3 than the external environment, preventing external liquids from invading the housing. The housing 3 of this application is constructed of corrosion-resistant, transparent acrylic, with stainless steel end caps for a long service life and ease of installation and maintenance.

[0025] Further, if Figure 1As shown, the two ends of the shell 3 correspond to the protrusions, so that the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are screwed on the protrusions of the shell 3; the bolts 4 are screwed on the through holes along the length direction of the shell 3, and the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are provided with screw holes, and the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are screwed on the bolts 4 through the screw holes respectively; nuts 9 are screwed on both ends of the bolts 4, so that the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are fixedly arranged at both ends of the shell 3.

[0026] In this embodiment, preferably, protrusions are respectively provided on the outer walls at both ends of the shell 3, the protrusions are consistent in size with the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2, and sealing rings are provided between the protrusions and the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2, thereby sealing the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 at the opening of the shell 3.

[0027] The through hole of the protrusion is provided with an internal thread, which corresponds to the screw holes of the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2, so that the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are screwed to the shell 3; and the nut 9 is screwed to both ends of the bolt 4, so that the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are tightly screwed to the shell 3.

[0028] Further, if Figures 1 to 2 As shown, first connection holes 10 are provided at intervals on the first end cover plate 1, so that the first underwater cable connector 5 and the hydraulic connector 8 are connected to the first connection holes 10; second connection holes are provided at intervals on the second end cover plate 2, so that the second underwater cable connector 6 and the third underwater cable connector 7 are connected to the second connection holes; and wiring terminals 11 are provided in the housing 3, which connect the first underwater cable connector 5, the second underwater cable connector 6 and the third underwater cable connector 7.

[0029] In this embodiment, preferably, the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 have the same shape and size, and first connecting holes 10 are spaced apart on the first end cover plate 1, so that the first underwater cable connector 5 and the hydraulic connector 8 are fixedly connected to the first connecting holes 10.

[0030] Preferably, second connection holes are spaced apart on the second end cover plate 2, and the second underwater cable connector 6 and the third underwater cable connector 7 are respectively connected to the second connection holes. A wiring terminal 11 is provided in the shell 3, and the wiring terminal 11 can be connected to the first underwater cable connector 5, the second underwater cable connector 6 and the third underwater cable connector 7.

[0031] As a preferred embodiment, the hydraulic connector 8 is used to connect the compensator to prevent the housing 3 from being squeezed and damaged by seawater. The Impluse bulkhead underwater cable connector, i.e., the third underwater cable connector 7, is used to connect the Impluse type underwater cable; the Burton bulkhead underwater cable connector, i.e., the first underwater cable connector 5, is used to connect the Burton type underwater cable. A Seanet underwater cable connector can also be provided, which is a flange-type underwater cable connector that also functions as an end cover and is used for docking Seanet-type underwater cables.

[0032] Further, if Figure 1 As shown, the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are provided with abutment parts, the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are screwed on the shell 3, and the abutment parts are inserted into the shell 3 to seal the shell 3; the shell 3 is a transparent shell; the shell 3 is set as a hollow cylinder.

[0033] In this embodiment, preferably, the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are both provided with an abutment portion with the same diameter as the shell 3, and the abutment portion can abut against the inner wall of the shell 3. When the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are fixed on the shell 3, the shell 3 is sealed.

[0034] The construction steps of the underwater cable connection chamber in this application are as follows: First, clean all parts and apply silicone oil to the seal ring 13; Then, install the hydraulic connector 8 on the first end cover 1; Then, depending on the specific usage scenario, install Implue, Burton, or Seanet bulkhead-type underwater cable connectors in other holes of the end cover. Then, the second end cover 2 is connected to the transparent housing 3, and the corresponding underwater cable connector is connected to the terminal 11; Then, pull out the terminal block 11 from the other end of the transparent housing 3, and connect the second end cover 2 to the terminal block 11 according to the requirements of the underwater cable signal and power supply. Then, the connection terminal 11 and the surplus cables of the underwater cable connector are all stuffed into the transparent housing 3; Finally, the second end cover plate 2 is connected to the transparent housing 3, and bolts 4 are installed to connect the two end cover plates and the transparent housing 3 into one body.

[0035] The underwater cable connection compartment can be connected to multiple interfaces through the housing 3. The interface form is variable and can be used to match and connect multiple types of underwater cables. It also has the function of connecting compensators, always keeping the pressure inside the housing 3 slightly higher than the external environment, and external environmental liquids will not invade the housing. The housing 3 of this application is made of corrosion-resistant, transparent acrylic material, and the first end cover plate 1 and the second end cover plate 2 are both made of stainless steel, which has a long service life and is easy to install and maintain.

[0036] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for the purpose of clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the embodiments of the present invention. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. An underwater cable connection compartment, characterized in that: The first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are respectively arranged at both ends of the shell, and the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are connected to the shell by bolts to form a sealing structure in the shell; A first underwater cable connector and a second underwater cable connector are respectively provided on the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate, so that the underwater cable can be connected to the first underwater cable connector and the second underwater cable connector; The first end cover is also provided with a hydraulic joint, and the second end cover is also provided with a third underwater cable joint, so that the hydraulic joint is connected to the compensator, and the third underwater cable joint is connected to the underwater cable.

2. The underwater cable connection compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The two ends of the shell correspond to the protrusions, so that the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are screwed on the protrusions of the shell.

3. The underwater cable connection compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bolts are screwed on the through holes along the length direction of the shell. The first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are provided with screw holes. The first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are screwed on the bolts through the screw holes respectively.

4. The underwater cable connection compartment according to claim 3, characterized in that: Nuts are screwed onto both ends of the bolt, so that the first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are fixedly arranged at both ends of the shell.

5. The underwater cable connection compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first end cover is provided with first connection holes at intervals, so that the first underwater cable connector and the hydraulic connector can be connected to the first connection holes.

6. The underwater cable connection compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: Second connection holes are arranged at intervals on the second end cover plate so that the second underwater cable connector and the third underwater cable connector can be connected to the second connection holes.

7. The underwater cable connection compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: A wiring terminal is provided in the shell body, and the wiring terminal is connected to the first underwater cable connector, the second underwater cable connector and the third underwater cable connector.

8. The underwater cable connection compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are provided with abutting portions. The first end cover plate and the second end cover plate are screwed onto the housing. The abutting portions are inserted into the housing to seal the housing.

9. The underwater cable connection compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shell is a transparent shell.

10. The underwater cable connection compartment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shell is arranged in a hollow cylindrical shape.

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