Supporting structure and communication system with same

Abstract

The invention provides a supporting structure and a communication system with the supporting structure, the supporting structure is used for connecting a communication tower and a monitoring device, the supporting structure comprises a first connecting rod, one end of the first connecting rod is connected with a connecting seat, and the connecting seat is used for installing monitoring equipment; the annular clamping piece is detachably arranged on one rod piece in the communication tower and surrounds the rod piece, the clamping plate is arranged at the end, not provided with the connecting base, of the first connecting rod, and the clamping plate is arranged on the annular clamping piece. By applying the technical scheme of the invention, the problem of poor installation effect of the monitoring device in the prior art can be solved.

Description

[0001] This application claims priority to the patent filed with the China National Intellectual Property Administration on December 5, 2024, application number 202411784344.6, entitled "Monitoring Device and Communication System for Communication Tower". Technical Field

[0002] This invention relates to the field of communication equipment technology, and more specifically, to a support structure and a communication system having the same. Background Technology

[0003] With the continuous advancement of communication technology, monitoring devices are now commonly installed on communication towers. These devices not only help protect the natural environment but also play a crucial role in ensuring the stable operation of communication networks.

[0004] However, in related technologies, the monitor is directly fixed to the communication tower. The communication tower has a lot of communication equipment and maintenance platforms, so there is not enough space for direct installation on the communication tower. It is also easy to cause interference with different settings, making the installation inconvenient. In addition, the monitor is subject to great impact and damage when encountering severe weather such as rain, snow or hail, resulting in unstable installation. Summary of the Invention

[0005] This invention provides a support structure to solve the problem of poor installation effect of monitoring devices in the prior art.

[0006] According to one aspect of the present invention, a support structure is provided for connecting a communication tower and a monitoring device. The support structure includes: a first connecting rod, one end of which is connected to a connecting seat for mounting the monitoring device; an annular snap-fit ​​member and a locking plate. The annular snap-fit ​​member is detachably disposed on a member of the communication tower and surrounds the member. The locking plate is disposed at the end of the first connecting rod where the connecting seat is not provided, and the locking plate is disposed on the annular snap-fit ​​member.

[0007] Furthermore, at least two first connecting rods are provided, with one end of each first connecting rod connected to a different position on the communication tower, and the other end of each first connecting rod connected to a connecting seat.

[0008] Furthermore, there are two first connecting rods arranged in parallel. The support structure also includes an intermediate connecting member, with a connecting seat disposed on the intermediate connecting member. Both first connecting rods are connected to the intermediate connecting member. Alternatively, there are at least three first connecting rods, with an included angle between any two adjacent first connecting rods.

[0009] Furthermore, the annular snap-fit ​​component is a U-shaped rod, with the snap plate fixedly connected to the open end of the U-shaped rod. The side of the snap plate facing the sealing end of the U-shaped rod has a snap groove, and the rod is snapped between the U-shaped rod and the snap groove.

[0010] Furthermore, a portion of the rod is engaged between the first and second sidewalls of the slot; both the first and second sidewalls are inclined relative to the depth direction of the slot, and the distance between the first and second sidewalls gradually increases along the direction away from the bottom of the slot; and / or, the first sidewall is provided with a first anti-slip protrusion, the second sidewall is provided with a second anti-slip protrusion, and both the first and second anti-slip protrusions are in contact with the rod.

[0011] Furthermore, the ring-shaped connector includes multiple links, with adjacent links connected to each other, and the multiple links arranged in a ring. The first connecting rod is connected to one of the links.

[0012] Furthermore, the chain link includes a chain plate and two connecting plates, which are respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the chain plate. The first connecting rod is connected to one of the connecting plates, and the connecting plates of two adjacent chain links are hinged to each other.

[0013] Furthermore, the ring-shaped connector also includes a connecting section, in which multiple links are interconnected to form a chain structure. Two links at both ends of the chain structure are connected to each other through the connecting section, which has a spacing adjustment structure to adjust the length of the connecting section.

[0014] Furthermore, the connecting seat includes a fixing plate, which is fixedly connected to the first connecting rod. The fixing plate is provided with multiple mounting holes, which are arranged in a ring at intervals. Alternatively, the connecting seat includes two fixing plates that are connected to each other and are perpendicular to each other. One fixing plate is fixedly connected to the first connecting rod, and the other fixing plate is provided with multiple mounting holes, which are arranged in a ring at intervals.

[0015] According to another aspect of the present invention, a communication system is provided, which includes a communication tower, a monitoring device, and the aforementioned support structure.

[0016] By applying the technical solution of this invention, a support structure is set between the communication tower and the monitoring device. The first connecting rod of the support structure can avoid communication equipment and maintenance platforms, preventing insufficient installation space and facilitating the installation of the monitoring device. At the same time, it will not cause interference caused by the communication tower and the monitoring device being installed too close together. In addition, by setting a ring-shaped connector to connect the communication tower and the first connecting rod, the ring-shaped connector can be adapted to the installation space of various components of the communication tower. In the circumferential direction, the structure of the communication tower itself provides an installation position for the first connecting rod, increasing the connection area between the first connecting rod and the communication tower. This ensures the stability of the support structure installation, prevents the camera device from falling off in rain, snow or strong winds, and provides a stable installation structure for the camera device. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments of the invention and their descriptions are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings:

[0018] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a communication system disclosed in one embodiment of the present invention is shown;

[0019] Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 Enlarged view of section A in the middle;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a communication system disclosed in another embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a communication system disclosed in another embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Partial structural diagram;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a communication system disclosed in other embodiments of this application;

[0024] Figure 7 for Figure 5 Enlarged view of part C;

[0025] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the arrangement of the ring-shaped connector and the card plate disclosed in the embodiments of this application;

[0026] Figure 9 for Figure 8 A structural diagram from another perspective;

[0027] Figure 10 for Figure 9 Enlarged view of part D.

[0028] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the link configuration method disclosed in the embodiments of this application;

[0029] Figure 12 for Figure 11 A structural diagram from another perspective;

[0030] Figure 13 A side view of a link provided for this application;

[0031] Figure 14 A top view of a link provided in this application;

[0032] Figure 15 This is a side view of a connector provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0033] Figure 16 This is a front view of a connector provided in one embodiment of this application;

[0034] Figure 17 A top view of a connector provided in yet another embodiment of this application;

[0035] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the setup method of the monitor disclosed in an embodiment of this application;

[0036] Figure 19 for Figure 18 Enlarged view of part B;

[0037] The above figures include the following reference numerals:

[0038] 100. First mounting base; 110. Opening;

[0039] 200. Monitor;

[0040] 300. Elastic components;

[0041] 400. Protective cover; 410. First limiting part; 411. First inclined surface; 420. Second limiting part;

[0042] 500. Collection component; 510. Second inclined plane;

[0043] 600, Second mounting base; 610, Mounting hole;

[0044] 700. Column; 710. Tower body; 720. Circular protective frame; 730. Antenna mounting frame;

[0045] 810, First connecting rod; 820, Second connecting rod; 830, Ring-shaped snap-fit ​​component; 831, Chain link; 832, Chain plate; 833, Connecting plate; 834, Connecting section; 840, Snap-fit ​​plate; 850, Snap-fit ​​groove; 851, First side wall; 8511, First anti-slip protrusion; 852, Second side wall; 8521, Second anti-slip protrusion; 870, Third connecting rod; 880, Intermediate connecting component; 890, Connecting seat; 891, Fixing plate;

[0046] 900. Collection tank. Detailed Implementation

[0047] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit the present invention or its application or use. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0048] like Figures 1 to 14 As shown, this embodiment of the invention provides a support structure for connecting a communication tower and a monitoring device. The support structure includes a first connecting rod 810, an annular snap-fit ​​member 830, and a locking plate 840. One end of the first connecting rod 810 is connected to a connecting seat 890, which is used to install the monitoring equipment. The annular snap-fit ​​member 830 is detachably mounted on a member of the communication tower and surrounds the member. The locking plate is located at the end of the first connecting rod 810 where the connecting seat 890 is not located, and the locking plate 840 is located on the annular snap-fit ​​member 830.

[0049] By applying the technical solution of this application, a support structure is set between the communication tower and the monitoring device. The first connecting rod 810 of the support structure can avoid communication equipment and maintenance platforms, preventing insufficient installation space and facilitating the installation of the monitoring device. At the same time, it will not cause interference caused by the communication tower and the monitoring device being installed too close. Meanwhile, by setting a ring-shaped connector 830 to connect the communication tower and the first connecting rod 810, the ring-shaped connector 830 can be adapted to the installation space of various components of the communication tower. In the circumferential direction, the communication tower itself provides an installation position for the first connecting rod 810, increasing the connection area between the first connecting rod 810 and the communication tower. This ensures the stability of the support structure installation, prevents the camera device from falling off in rain, snow or strong winds, and provides a stable installation structure for the camera device.

[0050] Specifically, the monitoring device provided in this application has a first mounting base 100, which is used to connect with a connecting base 890 for installation on a communication tower.

[0051] Specifically, the communication tower includes a column 700, a tower body 710, a ring-shaped protective frame 720, and an antenna mounting bracket 730. The tower body 710 is located at the top of the column 700, the ring-shaped protective frame 720 surrounds the tower body 710, and the antenna mounting bracket 730 is located outside the ring-shaped protective frame 720 and connected to it. A first connecting rod 810 is connected to one or more of the column 700, the tower body 710, the ring-shaped protective frame 720, and the antenna mounting bracket 730.

[0052] Optionally, the communication system may also include a first threaded connector, through which each first connecting rod 810 is connected to the first mounting base 100. This configuration allows for adjustment of the relative positions of the first connecting rod 810 and the first mounting base 100 as needed, thus adapting to different installation requirements.

[0053] As one specific implementation method, refer to Figure 6 As shown, only one first connecting rod 810 is provided, and the first connecting rod 810 is directly connected to the column 700 to simplify the installation of the camera device. Similarly, a first connecting rod 810 can also be directly connected to the tower body 710, the ring-shaped protective frame 720, or the antenna mounting frame 730.

[0054] In some feasible embodiments of this application, reference is made to Figure 8 As shown, at least two first connecting rods 810 are provided, arranged in parallel. The support structure also includes an intermediate connector 880, and a connecting seat 890 is disposed on the intermediate connector 880. One end of each first connecting rod 810 is connected to a different position on the communication tower, and the other end of each first connecting rod 810 is connected to a monitoring device. This arrangement minimizes the distance between the connection point of the first connecting rod 810 to the communication tower and the centerline of the communication tower, thus improving the stability of the first mounting base 100.

[0055] As one specific implementation method, refer to Figure 5 As shown, any two adjacent first connecting rods 810 have an included angle, which forms a triangular support for the camera device to improve the stability of the camera device.

[0056] In other embodiments, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, the first mounting base 100 is connected to the antenna mounting bracket 730, which is used to mount the communication antenna. This configuration eliminates the need for additional structures to mount the first mounting base 100, thus simplifying the overall structure of the communication tower.

[0057] In other embodiments of this application, such as Figure 3 As shown, the support structure also includes at least two second connecting rods 820. One end of each second connecting rod 820 is connected to a different position on the annular protective frame 720, and the other end of each second connecting rod 820 is connected to the monitoring device. The annular protective frame 720 is mainly used to protect the tower body 710 and does not perform communication functions. Therefore, connecting the second connecting rods 820 to the annular protective frame 720 can reduce the impact on the communication function of the communication tower. Moreover, with this arrangement, there is no connection between the second connecting rod and the tower body 710, thus reducing the interference experienced by the tower body 710.

[0058] Optionally, each of the second connecting rods 820 is connected to the first mounting base 100 via a second threaded connector. This arrangement allows for adjustment of the relative positions of the second connecting rods 820 and the first mounting base 100 as needed, thus adapting to different installation requirements.

[0059] As one specific implementation method, refer to Figure 3 As shown, any two second connecting rods 820 and the ring-shaped protective frame 720 form a triangular support for the first mounting base 100 to improve the stability of the first mounting base 100.

[0060] In one optional embodiment, when one end of each second connecting rod 820 is connected to a different position of the annular protective frame 720 or the first mounting base 100 is connected to the antenna mounting frame 730, the first mounting base 100 is located on the outside of the annular protective frame 720 to further reduce interference to the tower body 710.

[0061] In one embodiment of this application, reference is made to Figures 8 to 10 As shown, the card plate 840 has a slot 850 on the side facing the center of the annular snap-fit ​​member 830. The rod is snapped between a part of the annular snap-fit ​​member 830 and the slot 850. Compared with the annular snap-fit ​​member 830, the slot 850 has a larger contact area with the rod. In actual use, the slot 850 is snapped onto the rod, and the relative position of the annular snap-fit ​​member 830 and the rod can be pre-positioned. Then, the annular snap-fit ​​member 830 can be connected to the rod more conveniently and quickly.

[0062] Further, refer to Figure 8 As shown, the number of ring-shaped connectors 830 is, for example, at least two. Each ring-shaped connector 830 is spaced apart along the centerline of the rod, and each ring-shaped connector 830 is connected to the same mounting plate 840. The more ring-shaped connectors 830 there are, the better the reliability of the connection between the ring-shaped connectors 830 and the rod. Therefore, setting the number of ring-shaped connectors 830 to at least two allows for a more reliable connection of the first mounting base 100 to the rod. Furthermore, this arrangement allows at least two ring-shaped connectors 830 to be positioned simultaneously using a single mounting plate 840, thereby simplifying the structure of the communication system.

[0063] As one specific implementation method, refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the antenna mounting bracket 730 includes, for example, the rods mentioned above. The intermediate connector 880 includes a third connecting rod 870, which is connected to the connector 890. An annular snap-fit ​​connector 830 is disposed on the third connecting rod 870. The third connecting rod 870 is connected to the rods of the antenna mounting bracket 730 through the annular snap-fit ​​connector 830 and the snap plate 840.

[0064] In a further embodiment, reference is made to... Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, a portion of the rod is engaged between the first sidewall 851 and the second sidewall 852 of the slot 850. Both the first sidewall 851 and the second sidewall 852 are inclined relative to the depth direction of the slot 850, for example, the depth direction of the slot 850 is... Figure 10 As indicated by the central arrow E, and along the direction away from the bottom of the slot 850, the distance between the first sidewall 851 and the second sidewall 852 gradually increases, in which case the slot 850 is approximately V-shaped. This design allows the slot 850 to accommodate various sizes of rods, thereby reducing the installation difficulty of the intermediate connector 880 and making its installation more flexible.

[0065] In other alternative embodiments, the first sidewall 851 and the second sidewall 852 may also be parallel. In this case, the distance between the first sidewall 851 and the second sidewall 852 remains unchanged along the direction away from the bottom of the slot 850, and the slot 850 is approximately U-shaped.

[0066] In a further embodiment, reference is made to... Figure 10 As shown, a portion of the rod is engaged between the first sidewall 851 and the second sidewall 852 of the slot 850. The first sidewall 851 is provided with a first anti-slip protrusion 8511, and the second sidewall 852 is provided with a second anti-slip protrusion 8521. Both the first anti-slip protrusion 8511 and the second anti-slip protrusion 8521 are in contact with the rod. Due to the presence of the first anti-slip protrusion 8511 and the second anti-slip protrusion, the friction between the rod and the first sidewall 851 and the second sidewall 852 is increased, thereby allowing the locking plate 840 to be more stably engaged on the rod.

[0067] In other alternative embodiments, the first anti-slip protrusion 8511 and the second anti-slip protrusion 8521 may be omitted, or only one of the first anti-slip protrusion 8511 and the second anti-slip protrusion 8521 may be provided. If the first anti-slip protrusion 8511 is omitted, the first sidewall 851 may be a planar structure, and if the second anti-slip protrusion 8521 is omitted, the second sidewall 852 may be a planar structure.

[0068] In one alternative embodiment, reference is made to... Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown, the first sidewall 851 is provided with the first anti-slip protrusion 8511 mentioned above, and the second sidewall 852 is provided with the second protective protrusion mentioned above. At the same time, the first sidewall 851 and the second sidewall 852 can both be inclined relative to the depth direction of the slot 850, and the distance between the first sidewall 851 and the second sidewall 852 can gradually increase along the direction away from the bottom of the slot 850.

[0069] In some other embodiments of this application, such as Figure 11 and Figure 12 As shown, the ring-shaped connector 830 includes multiple links 831, with adjacent links 831 connected to each other. The multiple links 831 are arranged in a ring, and the first connecting rod 810 is connected to one of the links 831. With this configuration, the inner diameter of the ring-shaped connector 830 can be adjusted by changing the number of different links 831, so that the ring-shaped connector 830 can be adapted to different installation positions in different scenarios.

[0070] Alternatively, the first connecting rod 810 can be connected to different chain links 831 to flexibly adjust the orientation and position of the monitoring device.

[0071] Furthermore, link 831 includes a chain plate 832 and two connecting plates 833. The two connecting plates 833 are respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the chain plate 832. The first connecting rod 810 is connected to one of the connecting plates 833 through a retaining plate 840. The connecting plates 833 of adjacent links 831 are hinged to each other. The two connecting plates 833 provide a connection structure for the link 831. The chain plate 832 has a connection hole, which provides a connection position for the retaining plate 840, and the connection is made by fasteners such as bolts.

[0072] Specifically, the ring-shaped snap-fit ​​component 830 also includes a connecting section 834. Multiple links 831 are interconnected to form a chain structure. Two links 831 located at both ends of the chain structure are interconnected through the connecting section 834. The connecting section 834 has a spacing adjustment structure to adjust the length of the connecting section 834.

[0073] Reference Figure 12 As shown, the two connecting sections 834 are connected by a bolt structure. By adjusting the distance between the two connecting sections 834 through the bolt structure, the diameter of the ring-shaped snap-fit ​​830 can be adjusted more flexibly, so that the ring-shaped snap-fit ​​830 can be more securely connected to the communication tower.

[0074] Specifically, this application embodiment provides a connector 890, such as Figure 6 , Figure 15 and Figure 16 As shown, the connecting base 890 includes two interconnected fixing plates 891, which are perpendicular to each other. The side wall of the first connecting rod 810 has a connecting protrusion. One fixing plate 891 is fixedly connected to the first connecting rod 810, and the other fixing plate 891 is provided with multiple mounting holes. The multiple mounting holes are arranged in a ring at intervals to adjust the installation position and orientation of the monitoring device, making it easy to adapt to different types of monitoring devices.

[0075] Specifically, in other embodiments of this application, another type of connector 890 is provided, such as... Figure 5 and Figure 17As shown, the connecting base 890 includes a fixing plate 891, which is fixedly connected to the first connecting rod 810. The fixing plate 891 is provided with multiple mounting holes, which are arranged in a ring at intervals to facilitate the direct mounting of the monitoring device.

[0076] According to another aspect of this application, a communication system is provided, comprising a communication tower, a monitoring device, and the aforementioned support structure. The monitoring device includes a first mounting base 100, a monitor 200, an elastic element 300, and a protective cover 400. The protective cover 400 is connected to the first mounting base 100 for mounting on the first mounting base 100, and its top end has an access hole. The monitor 200 is connected to the first mounting base 100 via the elastic element 300, and the monitor 200 can monitor the external environment. Optionally, the monitor 200 is, for example, a camera, more specifically, for example, a PTZ camera or a binocular camera. The elastic element 300 is used to drive the monitor 200 to extend out of the protective cover 400 through the access hole, and the top end of the monitor 200 has a collection trough 900 for collecting precipitation from the external environment, including at least one of rain, snow, and hail. The depth direction of the collection trough 900 is, for example, the same as the height direction of the communication tower, and optionally, for example, a... Figure 18 In the direction indicated by the middle arrow line I, the elastic element 300, for example, drives the monitor 200 to extend the protective cover 400 along the height direction of the communication tower.

[0077] Where the sum of the gravity of the monitor 200 and the gravity of the precipitation collected in the collection tank 900 is greater than the preset elastic force of the elastic member 300, the elastic member 300 is compressed so that at least a part of the monitor 200 retracts into the inner cavity of the protective cover 400. The magnitude of the preset elastic force and the number of elastic members 300 depend on the specific situation, and are not limited in this embodiment. The elastic member 300 is, for example, a spring.

[0078] In this embodiment, the top of the monitor 200 is provided with a collection groove 900, which can collect precipitation from the external environment. When the sum of the weight of the monitor 200 and the weight of the precipitation collected in the collection groove 900 exceeds the preset elastic force of the elastic member 300, the elastic member 300 is compressed, causing the monitor 200 to retract into the inner cavity of the protective cover 400. In this way, when encountering severe weather such as rain, snow, or hail, precipitation from the external environment will enter the collection groove 900. When the sum of the weight of this precipitation and the monitor 200 exceeds the preset elastic force of the elastic member 300, at least a portion of the monitor 200 will retract into the inner cavity of the protective cover 400. In this state, the protective cover 400 can block external impacts and damage, thereby extending the service life of the monitor 200.

[0079] In addition, during actual use, the elastic element 300 automatically compresses under the action of precipitation, thereby causing at least part of the monitor 200 to retract into the inner cavity of the protective cover 400. In this way, the movement of the monitor 200 does not consume electricity, thus making the monitoring device more environmentally friendly. Furthermore, the structure of the elastic element 300 is relatively simple, which simplifies the structure of the monitoring device and helps to reduce its size.

[0080] It should also be noted that in actual use, after the precipitation, such as rainwater, in the collection tank 900 evaporates, the sum of the gravity of the monitor 200 and the gravity of the precipitation will decrease. When the sum of their gravity is less than the preset elastic force of the elastic element 300, the elastic element 300 will drive the monitor 200 to move away from the first mounting base 100. When the precipitation has completely evaporated, the monitor 200 will return to its initial position.

[0081] In another embodiment, reference Figure 18 As shown, the top of the monitor 200 is provided with a collection component 500, which has a through hole. A portion of the top surface of the monitor 200 and the through hole together form a collection groove 900, and the bottom surface of the collection component 500 is sealed to the top surface of the monitor 200. This design ensures that the collection groove 900 does not weaken the strength of the monitor 200, thus extending its service life. Furthermore, in this embodiment, the top surface of the monitor 200 participates in forming the collection groove 900. This allows the size of the collection component 500 along the centerline of the through hole to be designed to be smaller, which helps reduce costs and weight. In this embodiment, the bottom surface of the collection component 500 is sealed to the top surface of the monitor 200, resulting in good sealing performance between the collection component 500 and the monitor 200, thereby reducing the possibility of rainwater leaking out through the gap between them.

[0082] Optionally, the bottom surface of the collector 500 can be bonded to the top surface of the monitor 200, for example, by an adhesive layer, to achieve a sealed fit between the bottom surface of the collector 500 and the top surface of the monitor 200. In this case, the bonding method provides better connection strength, thereby making the connection between the collector 500 and the monitor 200 more reliable.

[0083] As one specific implementation method, refer to Figure 18 As shown, the collector 500 has a roughly disc-shaped structure.

[0084] In other alternative embodiments, the top end of the monitor 200 may be recessed towards the bottom end of the monitor 200 to form a collection groove 900. Alternatively, the top end of the collecting member 500 may be recessed towards the bottom end of the collecting member 500 to form a collection groove 900. In this case, the collection groove 900 is entirely located within the collecting member 500, and there is a certain distance between the bottom of the collection groove 900 and the monitor 200. The top surface of the monitor 200 does not participate in forming the collection groove 900. Furthermore, there may not be a sealing fit between the bottom surface of the collecting member 500 and the top surface of the monitor 200.

[0085] In a further embodiment, reference is made to... Figure 18 and Figure 19 As shown, the inner wall of the protective cover 400 is provided with a first limiting part 410, the first limiting part 410 is provided with a first inclined surface 411, and the collecting part 500 is provided with a second inclined surface 510. When the monitor 200 retracts into the inner cavity of the protective cover 400, the first inclined surface 411 and the second inclined surface 510 fit together to restrict the monitor 200 from moving toward the direction close to the first mounting base 100, and the top surface of the collecting part 500 is flush with the top surface of the protective cover 400 or located outside the protective cover 400.

[0086] In this embodiment, by making the top surface of the collector 500 flush with or outside the top surface of the protective cover 400, a collection cavity for collecting rainwater can be prevented between the top surface of the collector 500 and the top surface of the protective cover 400. This prevents the monitor 200 from retracting into the inner cavity of the protective cover 400 for too long, thus shortening the self-protection time of the monitor 200 and extending its working time. Furthermore, by making the first inclined surface 411 and the second inclined surface 510 fit together, a larger contact area can be created between the first limiting part 410 and the collector 500, which improves the stability of the monitor 200. Moreover, with the first inclined surface 411 and the second inclined surface 510 in contact, rainwater cannot pass between them into the inner cavity of the protective cover 400, thereby reducing the possibility of water entering the inner cavity of the protective cover 400.

[0087] Furthermore, when the first inclined surface 411 and the second inclined surface 510 are in contact, the side wall of the collecting component 500 can also be in contact with the inner wall of the protective cover 400 to further prevent rainwater from entering the inner cavity of the protective cover 400.

[0088] As one specific implementation method, refer to Figure 18As shown, the cross-sectional area of ​​the monitor 200 is smaller than that of the collector 500, and along the height direction of the monitor 200, the outer contour line of the orthographic projection of the collector 500 is located outside the outer contour line of the monitor 200. It should be noted that in this case, the cross-sectional area of ​​the collector 500 should not be too large to prevent the monitor 200 from being unable to monitor the preset area due to obstruction by the collector 500.

[0089] In other alternative embodiments, the protective cover 400 may omit the first limiting portion 410, and the top surface of the collecting member 500 may be located within the inner cavity of the protective cover 400, that is, the top surface of the collecting member 500 may be located below the top surface of the protective cover 400. Furthermore, if the protective cover 400 has the first limiting portion 410, the collecting member 500 may also be located above the first limiting portion 410, and both the bottom surface of the collecting member 500 and the top surface of the first limiting portion 410 may be planar. By making the bottom surface of the collecting member 500 fit against the top surface of the first limiting portion 410, the movement of the monitor 200 toward the first mounting base 100 is restricted.

[0090] In a further embodiment, the first inclined surface 411 is arranged, for example, circumferentially along the first limiting portion 410, and the second inclined surface 510 is arranged, for example, circumferentially along the collecting member 500. That is, the first inclined surface 411 is arranged around the first limiting portion 410, and the second inclined surface 510 is arranged around the collecting member 500. In this case, there is a large contact area between the collecting member 500 and the first limiting portion 410, thereby further improving the stability of the monitor 200. Moreover, this arrangement further reduces the possibility of rainwater entering the inner cavity of the protective cover 400 through the gap between the collecting member 500 and the first limiting portion 410.

[0091] In other alternative embodiments, the first inclined surface 411 may be provided only at a portion of the circumferential direction of the first limiting portion 410, and similarly, the second inclined surface 510 may be provided only at a portion of the circumferential direction of the collecting member 500.

[0092] In another embodiment, reference Figure 18 As shown, the bottom of the protective cover 400 has an opening, which is covered by the first mounting base 100. The first mounting base 100 is provided with an opening 110 for communicating the inner cavity of the protective cover 400 with the outside. This design allows heat to dissipate from the inside of the protective cover 400 through the opening 110, thus preventing the internal temperature of the protective cover 400 from becoming too high. Additionally, rainwater accumulated in the inner cavity of the protective cover 400 can be drained through the opening 110, reducing the possibility of water ingress into the monitor 200 and extending its service life.

[0093] In other alternative embodiments, the first mounting base 100 may also be without the opening 110.

[0094] In another embodiment, the protective cover 400 is a transparent cover. With this configuration, even when the monitor 200 is located inside the cavity of the protective cover 400, the monitor 200 can still capture images of the outside world, thus enabling the monitor 200 to better monitor the external environment.

[0095] In other alternative embodiments, the protective cover 400 may also be a light shield; in other words, the protective cover 400 is made of an opaque material, so that the monitor 200 cannot capture external images when it is located inside the cavity of the protective cover 400.

[0096] It should be noted that the embodiments described above, such as the one where the top of the monitor 200 is provided with a collection component 500, the one where the first mounting base 100 is provided with an opening 110, and the one where the protective cover 400 is a transparent cover, can be combined arbitrarily.

[0097] In another embodiment, reference Figure 18 As shown, the monitoring device also includes a second mounting base 600, which has at least two mounting holes 610. The monitor 200 can be selectively connected to the second mounting base 600 through some of the mounting holes 610. The second mounting base 600 is connected to the first mounting base 100 through an elastic member 300. That is, some of the mounting holes 610 are not involved in the connection between the monitor 200 and the second mounting base 600. This configuration allows for flexible selection of the monitor 200's installation position, thereby better meeting user needs. In this case, the second mounting base 600 can accommodate monitors 200 of various sizes, thus improving its applicability and enabling the monitoring device to meet different monitoring requirements.

[0098] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the first mounting base 100 may also be provided with the opening 110 mentioned above. With this configuration, when the monitor 200 is located outside the protective cover 400, the inlet / outlet, mounting hole 610, and opening 110 are connected in sequence. In this way, external gas can pass through the protective cover 400 along the height direction of the protective cover 400, thereby improving the heat dissipation speed of the protective cover 400.

[0099] Furthermore, the second mounting base 600 is provided with a first sleeve, and the first mounting base 100 is provided with a second sleeve. The first sleeve and the second sleeve are fitted together and slide along the extension and retraction direction of the monitor 200, such as the height direction of the monitor 200, so that the movement of the monitor 200 is more stable and reliable. The two ends of the elastic element 300 are respectively located in the first sleeve and the second sleeve, so as to extend the service life of the elastic element 300.

[0100] In other alternative embodiments, the monitor 200 may also be connected to the second mounting base 600 through all the mounting holes 610.

[0101] In another embodiment, the inner wall of the protective cover 400 is provided with a second limiting part 420. The second limiting part 420 engages with the monitor 200 in the retraction direction of the monitor 200 to limit the movement of the monitor 200 toward the first mounting base 100. Furthermore, when the second limiting part 420 engages with the monitor 200, the compression amount of the elastic element 300 does not exceed the maximum compressibility of the elastic element 300. This configuration prevents damage to the elastic element 300 due to the compression amount exceeding its maximum compressibility, thus extending the service life of the elastic element 300.

[0102] Furthermore, the second limiting portion 420 includes, for example, a threaded member that is threadedly connected to the protective cover 400, with one end of the threaded member extending into the inner cavity of the protective cover 400 to form the second limiting portion 420. With this configuration, the length of the second limiting portion 420 within the inner cavity of the protective cover 400 can be adjusted by rotating the threaded member, thereby meeting different limiting requirements.

[0103] In other alternative embodiments, the inner wall of the protective cover 400 may not have the second limiting part 420.

[0104] In one optional embodiment, based on the first mounting base 100 having the second mounting base 600 mentioned above, the inner wall of the protective cover 400 may also have the second limiting part 420 mentioned above.

[0105] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the exemplary embodiments according to this application. As used herein, the singular form is intended to include the plural form as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Furthermore, it should be understood that when the terms "comprising" and / or "including" are used in this specification, they indicate the presence of features, steps, operations, devices, components, and / or combinations thereof.

[0106] Unless otherwise specifically stated, the relative arrangement, numerical expressions, and values ​​of the components and steps set forth in these embodiments do not limit the scope of the invention. It should also be understood that, for ease of description, the dimensions of the various parts shown in the drawings are not drawn to actual scale. Techniques, methods, and devices known to those skilled in the art may not be discussed in detail, but where appropriate, such techniques, methods, and devices should be considered part of the specification. In all examples shown and discussed herein, any specific values ​​should be interpreted as merely exemplary and not as limitations. Therefore, other examples of exemplary embodiments may have different values. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters in the following figures denote similar items; therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it need not be further discussed in subsequent figures.

[0107] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" is generally based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms 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 the scope of protection of this invention; the directional terms "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours relative to the outline of each component itself.

[0108] For ease of description, spatial relative terms such as "above," "on top of," "on the upper surface of," "above," etc., are used herein to describe the spatial positional relationship of a device or feature as shown in the figures to other devices or features. It should be understood that spatial relative terms are intended to encompass different orientations in use or operation beyond the orientation of the device as described in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures were inverted, a device described as "above" or "on top of" other devices or structures would subsequently be positioned as "below" or "under" other devices or structures. Thus, the exemplary term "above" can include both "above" and "below." The device may also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative descriptions used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0109] Furthermore, it should be noted that the use of terms such as "first" and "second" to define components is merely for the purpose of distinguishing the corresponding components. Unless otherwise stated, the above terms have no special meaning and therefore should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this invention.

[0110] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the present invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A support structure, characterized in that, The supporting structure includes: A first connecting rod (810) is connected to a connecting seat (890) at one end, and the connecting seat (890) is used to install monitoring equipment; The ring-shaped connector (830) and the card plate (840) are provided. The ring-shaped connector (830) is detachably mounted on a pole of the communication tower and is arranged around the pole. The card plate is located at the end of the first connecting rod (810) where the connecting seat (890) is not provided. The card plate (840) is located on the ring-shaped connector (830).

2. The support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least two first connecting rods (810) are provided. One end of each first connecting rod (810) is connected to a different position of the communication tower, and the other end of each first connecting rod (810) is connected to the connecting seat (890).

3. The support structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, There are two first connecting rods (810), which are arranged in parallel. The support structure also includes an intermediate connector (880), and the connecting seat (890) is disposed on the intermediate connector (880). Both first connecting rods (810) are connected to the intermediate connector (880). Alternatively, there are at least three first connecting rods (810), and any two adjacent first connecting rods (810) have an included angle.

4. The support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The annular snap-fit ​​component (830) is a U-shaped rod. The snap-fit ​​plate (840) is fixedly connected to the open end of the U-shaped rod. The snap-fit ​​plate (840) has a slot (850) on the side facing the sealing end of the U-shaped rod. The rod is snapped between the U-shaped rod and the slot (850).

5. The support structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, A portion of the rod is engaged between the first sidewall (851) and the second sidewall (852) of the slot (850); both the first sidewall (851) and the second sidewall (852) are inclined relative to the depth direction of the slot (850), and the distance between the first sidewall (851) and the second sidewall (852) gradually increases along the direction away from the bottom of the slot (850); and / or, the first sidewall (851) is provided with a first anti-slip protrusion (8511), and the second sidewall (852) is provided with a second anti-slip protrusion (8521), and both the first anti-slip protrusion (8511) and the second anti-slip protrusion (8521) are in contact with the rod.

6. The support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The ring-shaped connector (830) includes multiple links (831), two adjacent links (831) are connected to each other, the multiple links (831) are arranged in a ring, and the first connecting rod (810) is connected to one of the links (831).

7. The support structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The link (831) includes a chain plate (832) and two connecting plates (833). The two connecting plates (833) are respectively disposed on two opposite sides of the chain plate (832). The first connecting rod (810) is connected to one of the connecting plates (833). The connecting plates (833) of two adjacent links (831) are hinged to each other.

8. The support structure according to claim 7, characterized in that, The ring-shaped snap-fit ​​component (830) also includes a connecting section (834). Multiple chain links (831) are interconnected to form a chain structure. Two chain links (831) located at both ends of the chain structure are interconnected through the connecting section (834). The connecting section (834) has a spacing adjustment structure to adjust the length of the connecting section (834).

9. The support structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting seat (890) includes a fixing plate (891), which is fixedly connected to the first connecting rod (810). The fixing plate (891) is provided with a plurality of mounting holes, which are arranged in a ring at intervals. Alternatively, the connecting seat (890) includes two fixing plates (891) connected to each other, which are perpendicular to each other. One fixing plate (891) is fixedly connected to the first connecting rod (810), and the other fixing plate (891) is provided with a plurality of mounting holes, which are arranged in a ring at intervals.

10. A communication system, characterized in that, The communication system includes a communication tower, a monitoring device, and a support structure as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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