5G intelligent air switch

By introducing a 5G control module and insulation design into the air switch, remote control and efficient switching of the circuit are realized, solving the safety hazards of the air switch when the circuit is short-circuited, and improving the safety and reliability of circuit protection.

CN120954943APending Publication Date: 2025-11-14TIANJIN CLP HUALI ELECTRICAL SCI & TECH GROUP
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Application Number
CN202511396979.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-09-28
Publication Date
2025-11-14

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Technical Problem

Existing circuit breakers lose their protective function when a short circuit causes a fire, and require manual power-off, posing a safety hazard.

Method used

Design a 5G smart air switch. By setting the switch body and 5G control module inside the box, the circuit can be remotely controlled by using a driver to drive the linkage of the switch. Combined with insulating materials, safety and reliability are ensured.

Benefits of technology

It enables remote control and efficient switching of circuits, improving safety and reliability and avoiding the safety hazards of manual operation.

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Abstract

The invention provides a 5G intelligent air switch which comprises a switch body and a 5G control module which are installed in a box body, a circuit on-off control device connected with the switch body in series is further installed in the box body, the circuit on-off control device comprises an on-off switch and a driver, a connecting rod on the on-off switch is driven by the driver, and the on-off switch is connected with the 5G control module. The driver is arranged in the mounting table, an output shaft of the driver extends out of the mounting table, a driving arm is fixed to the tail end of the output shaft of the driver, one end of the connecting rod is hinged to the on-off switch, and the other end of the connecting rod is hinged to the driving arm. The power distribution box is reasonable in structural design, the switch is arranged in the box body, the circuit on-off control device is arranged in series with the switch body, on-off of the circuit on-off control device can be remotely controlled through the 5G control module according to needs, then on-off control of the circuit is completed, the on-off switch is insulated by the insulating material, and the service life of the power distribution box is prolonged. Operation is simple, on-off control efficiency is high, and safety and reliability are good.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of air switches, and in particular relates to a 5G smart air switch. Background Technology

[0002] An air switch, also known as a circuit breaker, is a switch that automatically disconnects when the current in a circuit exceeds its rated current. Air switches are crucial electrical appliances in low-voltage power distribution networks and electric drive systems, integrating control and multiple protection functions. Besides connecting and disconnecting circuits, they also protect against short circuits, severe overloads, and undervoltage in circuits or electrical equipment. However, in practical applications, if a short circuit causes overheating or fire, leading to the burnout of the air switch, its protective function may be lost, posing a safety hazard. To improve the safety and reliability of circuit protection, existing technologies include connecting a knife switch in series on the bus upstream of the air switch. When a short circuit or fire causes the air switch to burn out, the knife switch can still force power off through a mechanical structure. However, opening and closing the knife switch requires manual operation, posing a personal safety hazard, especially in emergencies, where manually disconnecting the knife switch is unsafe. Therefore, it is necessary to improve existing air switch technologies. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, the present invention aims to overcome the deficiencies in the prior art and proposes a 5G smart air switch.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution created by this invention is implemented as follows:

[0005] A 5G smart air switch includes a switch body and a 5G control module installed inside a housing. When the 5G control module is not equipped with a PLC controller, it can be connected to a PLC controller. The PLC controller is electrically connected to a driver. The housing also houses a circuit on / off control device arranged in series with the switch body. This device includes an on / off switch and a driver. The driver drives a connecting rod on the on / off switch to open and close the switch. The driver also drives a drive arm to rotate within a certain angle range, a conventional technique in the prior art, which will not be elaborated further. The driver is located inside a mounting platform, with its output shaft extending out of the platform. A drive arm is fixed to the end of the output shaft. One end of the connecting rod is hinged to the on / off switch, and the other end is hinged to the drive arm.

[0006] The switch body includes commercially available air circuit breakers, and may also be connected in series with residual current circuit breakers. The switch is opened and closed by a driver that moves a linkage on the switch. The driver is housed within the mounting platform. Typically, the 5G control module and the switch body are positioned on opposite sides of the switch to reduce interference between them and to facilitate heat dissipation.

[0007] Furthermore, the on / off switch includes a base and a base plate on the base. A connecting seat is connected to the switch body, a knife switch is provided on the base plate corresponding to the connecting seat, and a main line connection terminal is provided on the base plate.

[0008] Furthermore, the substrate is made of insulating material. Because the on / off switch is insulated by the insulating material, there is no electrical conductivity between the on / off switch and the housing. Therefore, in practical applications, the materials of the housing and cover are not limited. Several wire-passing holes are provided on the side wall of the housing to facilitate the routing of wires through the side wall. Preferably, the 5G control module and the switch body are respectively arranged on both sides of the on / off switch, reducing mutual interference between the switch body and the 5G control module, and also facilitating heat dissipation.

[0009] Furthermore, an insulating plate is provided on the inner wall of the box corresponding to the location of the on / off switch to ensure insulation between the on / off switch and the box. For example, the insulating plate surrounds the on / off switch in a U-shape, and the thickness of the insulating plate is 5-15mm.

[0010] Furthermore, the box body is provided with an openable and closable cover plate. The cover plate can be hinged to the box body via a hinge shaft, or the cover plate can be detachably installed to the box body via a connector. It can be set as needed.

[0011] Furthermore, the box body is provided with symmetrical connecting plates on both sides. For example, each connecting plate is provided with 3-5 connecting holes. Typically, two connecting plates are provided side by side on each side of the box body, and the connecting holes on the two connecting plates on the same side of the box body are arranged correspondingly.

[0012] Furthermore, the connecting plate is provided with several connecting holes. Typically, two connecting plates are arranged side by side on each side of the box body, and the connecting holes on the two connecting plates on the same side of the box body are arranged accordingly.

[0013] Furthermore, the driver includes a stepper motor, and the 5G control module can be a commercially available product that can transmit 5G signals. Under normal circumstances, the on / off switch is in the closed state, keeping the circuit conductive. When necessary, signals can be sent to the 5G module of this smart air switch through devices such as mobile phones, computers, and tablets. Then, the 5G control module feeds back control signals to the PLC controller, which in turn sends instructions to the controller, causing the controller to drive the drive arm to move and disconnect the circuit.

[0014] Compared with existing technologies, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0015] This invention features a rationally designed structure. A switch is installed within the housing, and a circuit on / off control device is connected in series with the switch body. The circuit on / off control device can be remotely controlled via a 5G control module as needed, thereby achieving circuit on / off control. The operation is simple, the on / off control efficiency is high, and the safety and reliability are excellent. Because the switch is insulated by the insulating material, there is no electrical conductivity between the switch and the housing. Therefore, in practical applications, the materials used for the housing and cover are not limited. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the invention are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the on / off switch in the open state during the creation of this invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the open / closed state of the device in this invention.

[0019] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram after removing the on / off switch;

[0020] Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the on / off control device for this invention;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the on / off switch part in the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0022] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in the present invention can be combined with each other.

[0023] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation on this invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," etc., are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, features defined with "first," "second," etc., may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0024] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0025] The invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0026] A 5G smart air switch, such as Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the device includes a switch body 1 and a 5G control module 2 installed inside the housing 15. If the 5G control module is not equipped with a PLC controller, it can be connected to a PLC controller. The PLC controller is electrically connected to the driver. The housing also houses a circuit on / off control device 3, arranged in series with the switch body. This device includes an on / off switch 4 and a driver 5. The switch body includes commercially available air circuit breakers and can also be connected in series with a residual current device (RCD). The driver drives the connecting rod 14 on the on / off switch to open and close the switch. The driver is located inside the mounting platform 16. It should be noted that, from the perspective shown in the attached diagram, most of the driver is obscured by the drive arm.

[0027] The 5G control module can be a commercially available product, as long as it can transmit 5G signals. Under normal circumstances, the on / off switch is in the closed state, keeping the circuit conductive. When necessary, signals can be sent to the 5G module of this smart air switch through devices such as mobile phones, computers, and tablets. The 5G control module then feeds back control signals to the PLC controller, which in turn sends instructions to the controller, causing the controller to drive the drive arm to move and disconnect the circuit.

[0028] The output shaft of the driver extends outward from the mounting platform, and a drive arm 6 is fixed to the end of its output shaft. One end of the connecting rod is hinged to the top of the on / off switch, and the other end is hinged to the upper surface of the drive arm. It should be noted that using the driver to drive the drive arm to achieve rotation within a certain angle range is a conventional technique in the prior art and will not be elaborated upon here. For example, the driver includes a stepper motor. It should be pointed out that when designing the length of the rotating arm and connecting rod, attention should be paid to the "dead point" of the connecting rod. Since the displacement required for the switch action is small, the stroke requirements for switch opening and closing control can be met even when the "dead point" of the connecting rod is not reached.

[0029] The on / off switch includes a base 7 and a base plate 8 on the base. A connecting seat 9 is connected to the switch body, and a knife switch 10 is provided on the base plate corresponding to the connecting seat. A main line connection terminal 11 is also provided on the base plate. It should be noted that the shape of the knife switch is not specifically limited, as long as the knife switch can conduct current after contacting the connecting seat. The base is made of insulating material, and an insulating plate is provided on the inner wall of the box corresponding to the location of the on / off switch to ensure the insulation between the on / off switch and the box. As an example, the insulating plate surrounds the on / off switch in a U-shape, and the thickness of the insulating plate is 5-15mm.

[0030] For example, the base plate is U-shaped and is fitted onto the upper part of the base. The base plate is fixed to the base by a connector. The base is hinged to the mounting seat 17 inside the box. When the power needs to be disconnected, the connecting rod is driven by the driver to pull the base plate, so that the base is moved to the disconnected position on the mounting seat, thereby completing the power disconnection operation.

[0031] In addition, the box body is equipped with an openable cover plate 12. The cover plate can be hinged to the box body via a hinge shaft, or it can be detachably installed on the box body via a connector, depending on the needs. Preferably, the cover plate is made of transparent material. Connecting plates 13 are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the box body. Each connecting plate has several connecting holes. For example, each connecting plate has 3-5 connecting holes. Typically, two connecting plates are arranged side-by-side on each side of the box body, and the connecting holes on the two connecting plates on the same side of the box body are arranged correspondingly. Preferably, the connecting plates are made of insulating material, providing good insulation between the box body and the outside, further enhancing the safety of this 5G smart air switch.

[0032] Because the on / off switch is insulated by the insulating material, there is no electrical conductivity between the switch and the housing. Therefore, the materials used for the housing and cover are not limited in practical applications. Several wire-passing holes are provided on the side wall of the housing to facilitate the routing of wires through the side wall. Preferably, the 5G control module and the switch body are respectively arranged on both sides of the on / off switch, reducing mutual interference between the switch body and the 5G control module, and also facilitating heat dissipation.

[0033] In one optional embodiment, a 5G control module mounting slot is provided on the inner wall of the box, in which the 5G control module can be detachably installed. A switch body mounting slot is also provided on the inner wall of the box, in which the switch body can be detachably installed. This structural design facilitates the installation and removal of the 5G control module and the switch body, making this 5G smart air switch more versatile. Both the 5G control module and the switch body can be adapted to the required models as needed.

[0034] This invention features a rationally designed structure. A switch is installed within the housing, and a circuit on / off control device is connected in series with the switch body. The circuit on / off control device can be remotely controlled via a 5G control module as needed, thereby achieving circuit on / off control. The operation is simple, the on / off control efficiency is high, and the safety and reliability are excellent. Because the switch is insulated by the insulating material, there is no electrical conductivity between the switch and the housing. Therefore, in practical applications, the materials used for the housing and cover are not limited.

[0035] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A 5G smart air switch, characterized in that: The device includes a switch body and a 5G control module installed inside the box. The box also contains a circuit on / off control device arranged in series with the switch body. The circuit on / off control device includes an on / off switch and a driver. The driver drives the connecting rod on the on / off switch to realize the opening and closing of the on / off switch. The driver is arranged inside the mounting platform. The output shaft of the driver extends out of the mounting platform, and a drive arm is fixed at the end of its output shaft. One end of the connecting rod is hinged to the on / off switch, and the other end is hinged to the drive arm.

2. The 5G smart air switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The on / off switch includes a base and a base plate on the base. A connecting seat is connected to the switch body, a knife switch is provided on the base plate corresponding to the connecting seat, and a main line connection terminal is provided on the base plate.

3. A 5G smart air switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The substrate is made of insulating material.

4. A 5G smart air switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: An insulating plate is provided on the inner wall of the box corresponding to the location of the on / off switch.

5. A 5G smart air switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The box body is equipped with an openable and closable cover.

6. A 5G smart air switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The box body is provided with connecting plates on both sides symmetrically.

7. A 5G smart air switch according to claim 6, characterized in that: The connecting plate is provided with several connecting holes.

8. A 5G smart air switch according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The driver includes a stepper motor.