Bird repelling method and device

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of power station bird repelling, in particular to a bird repelling method and device which comprises a control module, a camera module, a power supply module, an audio bird repelling module and a flash bird repelling module. The camera module can shoot the types of birds and then send the birds to the control module, a single-chip microcomputer in the control module issues an instruction after AI recognition, different repelling modes can be started according to different types of birds, and sounds of natural enemies of birds can be given out for repelling birds with small sizes. And meanwhile, some large-size birds can be repelled in a mode of being matched with sound and laser, so that the repelling efficiency is greatly improved, meanwhile, the situation that birds nest can be avoided, and the operation safety of the transformer substation is effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of bird control technology for power plants, and in particular to a bird control method and device. Background Technology

[0002] Substations are crucial hubs in power systems for transforming voltage, distributing electrical energy, and controlling power flow. They achieve efficient transmission and rational distribution of electrical energy by stepping up or stepping down voltage. Substations are the "heart" of modern society's energy infrastructure, and their reliable operation is directly related to the power supply guarantee for economic production and residents' lives.

[0003] Birds like to build nests on supports, and the conductive materials used for nesting, such as wires and branches, can easily short-circuit conductors when they fall or droop, causing phase-to-phase or ground short circuits. This risk increases dramatically, especially during strong winds and heavy rain. Bird droppings contain salt, which can form conductive channels along the surface of insulators in humid environments, leading to flashover discharge. Large birds spreading their wings or hunting can directly short-circuit air gaps. These hazards are most prevalent during breeding and migration seasons, often causing line tripping, power outages, economic losses, and personal safety risks. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of embodiments of the present invention and to briefly describe some preferred embodiments. Simplifications or omissions may be made in this section, as well as in the abstract and title of this application, to avoid obscuring the purpose of these documents; however, such simplifications or omissions should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention.

[0005] In view of the aforementioned existing problems, the present invention is proposed.

[0006] Therefore, the present invention provides a bird deterrent method that can solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution: This invention provides a bird deterrence method, including a control module, a camera module, a power supply module, an audio bird deterrence module, and a flashing bird deterrence module; The control module is electrically connected to the camera module and is used to control the camera module to capture images of birds; The control module is electrically connected to the power supply module, and the power supply module is electrically connected to the camera module. The power supply module is used to supply power to the control module, camera module, audio bird deterrent module, and flashing bird deterrent module. The control module is electrically connected to the audio bird deterrent module, which is used to emit ultrasonic waves or simulate the audio of bird predators to disperse flocks of birds. The control module is electrically connected to the strobe bird deterrent module, which emits strong light of different colors to disperse flocks of birds.

[0008] In a preferred embodiment of the bird-repelling method of the present invention, the control module includes a control motherboard and a microcontroller mounted on the control motherboard.

[0009] In a preferred embodiment of the bird-repelling method of the present invention, the camera module includes a wide-angle camera and a telephoto lens, wherein the wide-angle camera is electrically connected to a single-chip microcomputer.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the bird-repelling method of the present invention, the audio bird-repelling module includes an ultrasonic transmitter and a loudspeaker electrically connected to the ultrasonic transmitter.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the bird-repelling method of the present invention, the flashing bird-repelling module includes a laser emitter and an LED light electrically connected to the laser emitter.

[0012] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention also provides the following technical solution: a bird deterrent device, including a base, a support rod fixedly installed on the top of the base, two sets of triangular plates symmetrically arranged on the outer wall of the support rod, one end of the triangular plate being fixedly installed on the top of the base, and the other end of the triangular plate being fixedly installed on the outer wall of the support rod.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of the bird deterrent device of the present invention, a fixing ring is provided on the outer wall of the support rod, a power distribution box is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the fixing ring, and an installation plate is fixedly installed on the top of the support rod.

[0014] In a preferred embodiment of the bird deterrent device of the present invention, a protective cover is fixedly installed on the top of the mounting plate, and a first servo motor is provided inside the protective cover, with the output end of the first servo motor penetrating through the top of the protective cover.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment of the bird deterrent device of the present invention, a protective box is provided at the output end of the first servo motor, a second servo motor is provided inside the protective box, a set of connecting plates are symmetrically arranged on the outside of the protective box, and the output end of the second servo motor passes through the protective box and is fixedly connected to the connecting plates.

[0016] As a preferred embodiment of the bird-repelling device of the present invention, a mounting box is fixedly installed on the top of the connecting plate, a mounting hole is provided on one side of the mounting box, and the interior of the mounting box is a hollow structure.

[0017] Compared with existing technologies, the beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: the camera module can capture images of bird species and send them to the control module. The microcontroller inside the control module identifies the species through AI and issues commands, which can activate different deterrence methods according to different bird species. For some small birds, it can emit sounds of bird predators to deter them. For some larger birds, it can use a combination of sound and laser to deter them. This greatly improves the efficiency of deterrence and also prevents birds from nesting, effectively improving the operational safety of the substation. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. Wherein: Figure 1 This is a block diagram illustrating the working principle of bird deterrence methods.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a flowchart of a bird deterrent device.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a bird deterrent device.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of a bird deterrent device.

[0022] In the attached diagrams: 1. Base; 2. Support rod; 3. Triangular plate; 4. Fixing ring; 5. Distribution box; 6. Mounting plate; 7. Protective cover; 8. First servo motor; 9. Protective box; 10. Second servo motor; 11. Connecting plate; 12. Mounting box; 13. Mounting hole. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present invention, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0024] The terminology used in this invention is that which is currently widely used in the art in consideration of the function of the invention; however, these terms may vary according to the intent of those skilled in the art, precedent, or new technology in the art. Furthermore, specific terms may be chosen by the applicant, and in such cases, their detailed meanings will be described in the detailed description of the invention. Therefore, the terms used in this specification should not be construed as simple names, but rather based on their meanings and the overall description of the invention.

[0025] Reference Figure 1 This embodiment provides a bird deterrence method, including a control module, a camera module, a power supply module, an audio bird deterrence module, and a flashing bird deterrence module; The control module is electrically connected to the camera module and is used to control the camera module to capture images of birds; The control module is electrically connected to the power supply module, and the power supply module is electrically connected to the camera module. The power supply module is used to supply power to the control module, camera module, audio bird deterrent module, and flashing bird deterrent module. The control module is electrically connected to the audio bird deterrent module, which is used to emit ultrasonic waves or simulate the audio of bird predators to disperse flocks of birds. The control module is electrically connected to the strobe bird deterrent module, which emits strong light of different colors to disperse flocks of birds.

[0026] It should be noted that the control module, as the "central hub" of the system, is electrically connected to the other four modules. It is responsible for receiving real-time images from the camera module and issuing start or stop commands to the audio bird deterrence module and the flash bird deterrence module. The camera module continuously captures images of the monitored area under the trigger of the control module. Its role is not only to "see" but also to "judge": when typical bird characteristics such as flapping wings, circling in the air, or diving appear in the image, the camera module immediately transmits the location information of the abnormal image back to the control module to provide a basis for subsequent bird deterrence actions. The power supply module provides stable voltage to the control module, camera module, audio bird deterrence module, and flash bird deterrence module simultaneously through a set of external power supply lines. After receiving the "start sound signal" from the control module, the audio bird deterrence module immediately selects sound files from its built-in storage that have a deterrent effect on the target birds. These sound files usually include: simulated predator calls, such as the shrieks of birds of prey like eagles and falcons; warnings or mournful cries of birds of prey to create a "dangerous" atmosphere. The high-frequency ultrasonic band is used to cover birds that are sensitive to sound. Multiple sounds can be played in a loop in the order of "soft first, hard later" to make it difficult for birds to adapt. When the camera module reports that the birds are still lingering, the control module can increase the volume or superimpose the ultrasonic waves to create a "wall of sound" effect, forcing the flock of birds to move away. The strobe bird deterrent module, under the "flash command" of the control module, drives multi-color high-brightness LED beads to flash at a certain frequency. During the day, it uses high-contrast colored flashes to stimulate birds' vision, while at night, it causes visual discomfort through instantaneous high brightness. The flash color and frequency can be synchronized with the sound rhythm of the audio bird deterrent module to form a composite deterrent of "sound and light resonance," causing birds to fly away more quickly under dual sensory pressure. The microcontroller has a built-in AI recognition program. The camera module sends the captured bird images to the microcontroller, which identifies the bird species through the recognition program set inside the microcontroller and sends different commands according to the bird species. It can use ultrasound, the sound of bird predators, or lasers to deter birds based on the bird species.

[0027] The control module includes a control motherboard, which sets up and controls the microcontroller on the motherboard.

[0028] It should be noted that the microcontroller has an internal AI recognition program that controls the motherboard for microcontroller installation, facilitates connection with other modules, and sends commands.

[0029] The camera module includes a wide-angle camera and a telephoto lens, with the wide-angle camera electrically connected to a microcontroller.

[0030] The audio bird deterrent module includes an ultrasonic transmitter and a loudspeaker electrically connected to the ultrasonic transmitter.

[0031] The strobe bird deterrent module includes a laser emitter and an LED light electrically connected to the laser emitter.

[0032] It should be noted that the wide-angle camera first scans the airspace and transmits the movement signal to the microcontroller. The microcontroller then instructs the telephoto lens to zoom in and confirm the target. After confirmation, the control module instructs the ultrasonic transmitter to radiate a high-frequency sound field superimposed with the calls of predators through a loudspeaker. At the same time, it drives the laser emitter to emit a bright beam of light, and instructs the LED lights to flash in coordination, forming a synchronized "sound and light point-area" deterrent. The camera module continuously monitors the area. After the bird moves away, the control module gradually shuts off the sound and light, and the system returns to standby, realizing a fully automatic closed loop from detection and verification to multi-level driving and reconfirmation. In summary, the beneficial effects of this invention are that the camera module can capture images of bird species and send them to the control module. The microcontroller inside the control module identifies the species through AI and issues commands, which can activate different deterrence methods according to different bird species. For some small birds, it can emit sounds of bird predators to deter them, while for some larger birds, it can use a combination of sound and laser to deter them. This greatly improves the efficiency of deterrence and also prevents birds from nesting, effectively improving the operational safety of the substation.

[0033] Reference Figure 2 As an optional embodiment, it includes a base 1, a support rod 2 fixedly installed on the top of the base 1, and two sets of triangular plates 3 symmetrically arranged on the outer wall of the support rod 2. One end of the triangular plate 3 is fixedly installed on the top of the base, and the other end of the triangular plate 3 is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the support rod 2.

[0034] A fixing ring 4 is provided on the outer wall of the support rod 2, and a distribution box 5 is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the fixing ring 4. An installation plate 6 is fixedly installed on the top of the support rod 2.

[0035] A protective cover 7 is fixedly installed on the top of the mounting plate 6. A first servo motor 8 is installed inside the protective cover 7, and the output end of the first servo motor 8 passes through the top of the protective cover 7.

[0036] The output end of the first servo motor 8 is provided with a protective box 9. The second servo motor 10 is provided inside the protective box 9. A set of connecting plates 11 are symmetrically arranged on the outside of the protective box 9. The output end of the second servo motor 10 passes through the protective box 9 and is fixedly connected to the connecting plates 11.

[0037] A mounting box 12 is fixedly installed on the top of the connecting plate 11. A mounting hole 13 is opened on one side of the mounting box 12, and the interior of the mounting box 12 is a hollow structure.

[0038] It should be noted that the base 1 facilitates later installation, while the support rod 2 provides support. The fixing ring 4, connected to the support rod 2, secures the distribution box 5, preventing it from slipping during use. Furthermore, the mounting plate 6 facilitates the installation of the protective cover 7, which protects the first servo motor 8 from damage caused by rain or other external factors. The first servo motor 8 also facilitates the rotation of the protective box 9, which in turn protects the second servo motor 10. The connecting plate 11 facilitates the rotation of the mounting box 12 by the second servo motor 10. A camera is installed inside the mounting box 12.

[0039] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and are not intended to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solutions of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A bird-repelling method, characterized in that: Includes a control module, a camera module, a power supply module, an audio bird deterrent module, and a flashing bird deterrent module; The control module is electrically connected to the camera module and is used to control the camera module to capture bird images; The control module is electrically connected to the power supply module, and the power supply module is electrically connected to the camera module. The power supply module is used to supply power to the control module, the camera module, the audio bird deterrent module, and the flashing bird deterrent module. The control module is electrically connected to the audio bird deterrent module, which is used to emit ultrasonic waves or simulate the audio of bird predators to disperse flocks of birds. The control module is electrically connected to the strobe bird deterrent module, which is used to emit strong light of different colors to disperse flocks of birds.

2. The bird-repelling method as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The control module includes a control motherboard and a microcontroller mounted on the control motherboard.

3. The bird-repelling method as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The camera module includes a wide-angle camera and a telephoto lens, and the wide-angle camera is electrically connected to the microcontroller.

4. The bird-repelling method as described in claim 3, characterized in that: The audio bird deterrent module includes an ultrasonic transmitter and a loudspeaker electrically connected to the ultrasonic transmitter.

5. The bird-repelling method as described in any one of claims 1 to 4, characterized in that: The strobe bird deterrent module includes a laser emitter and an LED light electrically connected to the laser emitter.

6. A bird-repelling device, applied to the bird-repelling method as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The device includes a base, on the top of which a support rod is fixedly installed. Two sets of triangular plates are symmetrically arranged on the outer wall of the support rod. One end of each triangular plate is fixedly installed on the top of the base, and the other end is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the support rod.

7. The bird-repelling device as described in claim 6, characterized in that: A fixing ring is provided on the outer wall of the support rod, and a distribution box is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the fixing ring. An installation plate is fixedly installed on the top of the support rod.

8. The bird-repelling device as described in claim 6, characterized in that: A protective cover is fixedly installed on the top of the mounting plate, and a first servo motor is installed inside the protective cover. The output end of the first servo motor passes through the top of the protective cover.

9. The bird-repelling device as described in claim 8, characterized in that: The output end of the first servo motor is provided with a protective box, the second servo motor is provided inside the protective box, and a set of connecting plates are symmetrically arranged on the outside of the protective box. The output end of the second servo motor passes through the protective box and is fixedly connected to the connecting plates.

10. The bird-repelling device as described in claim 9, characterized in that: An installation box is fixedly installed on the top of the connecting plate. An installation hole is opened on one side of the installation box, and the interior of the installation box is a hollow structure.

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