Intelligent cable deicing device and use method

The intelligent cable de-icing device utilizes a drone-deployed rapid hoisting module, drive module, and vision module to achieve automated cable de-icing, solving the safety threat to the power grid posed by winter icing, improving de-icing efficiency and safety, and reducing environmental impact.

CN121840487APending Publication Date: 2026-04-10JILIN INST OF CHEM TECH
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CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
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Filing Date
2026-01-22
Publication Date
2026-04-10

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Technical Problem

In the harsh and damp winter climate, icing on power transmission lines and communication cables poses a major threat to the safe operation of the power grid. Traditional de-icing methods are inefficient, risky, have a significant environmental impact, or are only applicable to certain scenarios.

Method used

Design an intelligent cable de-icing device, comprising a rapid hoisting module, a drive module, a de-icing module, and a vision module. It utilizes drones for flexible deployment and employs multi-tooth ice-breaking wheels, servo motors, and high-definition industrial cameras for automated de-icing, with real-time monitoring and feedback.

Benefits of technology

It achieves efficient and safe cable de-icing, improves operational efficiency, reduces operational risks, minimizes environmental impact, and ensures stable power grid operation.

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Abstract

The invention discloses an intelligent cable deicing device and a use method, belongs to the technical field of cable deicing devices, and can solve the background problem that icing of a power transmission line and a communication cable has become a major hidden danger threatening safe operation of a power grid under dual attack of severe cold and wet cold weather in winter. Traditional modes such as manual knocking, chemical ice melting or direct-current thermal deicing often face the bottleneck problems of low efficiency, high operation risk, large environmental influence or limited application scene. The method comprises the following steps: S1, hoisting and hanging the device on a cable through an unmanned aerial vehicle hoisting system during use; s2, driving a driving wheel to rotate and move along the cable through a movable motor; and S3, during moving, a servo motor drives a multi-tooth ice breaking wheel to rotate for deicing operation.
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TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The application belongs to the technical field of cable deicing device, and in particular to an intelligent cable deicing device and a use method thereof. BACKGROUND

[0002] Under the double invasion of winter cold and wet cold climate, the icing of power transmission lines and communication cables has become a major hidden danger threatening the safe operation of power grids. Traditional manual knocking, chemical deicing or direct current heat deicing often face low efficiency, high operation risk, great environmental impact or limited application scenarios. To solve this problem, an intelligent cable deicing device is proposed. SUMMARY

[0003] The purpose of the present application is to solve the above-mentioned problems existing in the prior art, and to provide an intelligent cable deicing device and a use method thereof.

[0004] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present application adopts the following technical solutions: An intelligent cable deicing device, comprising: a quick hoisting module, a driving module, a deicing module and a visual module, the driving module is fixed on the quick hoisting module, the deicing module is fixed symmetrically on the quick hoisting module, the visual module is fixed on the quick hoisting module, both of the deicing modules comprise: a multi-tooth ice breaking wheel, a pressure adjusting support and a servo motor, one end of the pressure adjusting support is fixedly connected with the quick hoisting module, the other end of the pressure adjusting support is fixedly connected with a motor base, a servo motor is fixed on the motor base, and a multi-tooth ice breaking wheel is fixed on the output shaft of the servo motor.

[0005] The quick hoisting module comprises: a frame, a driving wheel, a vice wheel and a mounting ring, the driving wheel and the vice wheel are symmetrically connected to the lower end of the frame in a rotating manner, the driving wheel and the vice wheel are both provided with a V-shaped recess, and the V-shaped recess is provided with anti-skid patterns, and one end of the pressure adjusting support is fixedly connected with the frame.

[0006] The driving module comprises: a driving motor, a driving pulley, a conveyor belt and a driven pulley, the driving motor is fixed to the lower end of the frame, the driving pulley is fixed on the output shaft of the driving motor, the driven pulley is fixed on the rotating shaft of the driving wheel, and the driven pulley and the driving pulley are connected through the conveyor belt.

[0007] A brush is arranged at the upper end of the multi-tooth ice breaking wheel, the brush base body is made of hard nylon material, and the brush tip is made of flexible composite brush wire.

[0008] The visual module is integrated with a high-definition industrial camera, a high-definition imaging and a processor.

[0009] A use method of an intelligent cable deicing device, the method comprising the following steps: S1, the device is hung on the cable by using a UAV hoisting system; S2, the device is moved along the cable by driving the driving wheel with the motor; S3, the device is deiced by rotating the multi-tooth icebreaking wheel with the servo motor when moving.

[0010] Compared with the prior art, the present application has the following advantages: The present application provides an intelligent cable deicing device, which can solve the problem that power transmission lines and communication cables are covered with ice in winter, which is a major hidden danger threatening the safe operation of the power grid.

[0011] The present application provides an intelligent cable deicing device, which can solve the problem that power transmission lines and communication cables are covered with ice in winter, which is a major hidden danger threatening the safe operation of the power grid.

[0012] The present application provides an intelligent cable deicing device, which can solve the problem that power transmission lines and communication cables are covered with ice in winter, which is a major hidden danger threatening the safe operation of the power grid. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0013] Figure 1 The present application provides an intelligent cable deicing device, which can solve the problem that power transmission lines and communication cables are covered with ice in winter, which is a major hidden danger threatening the safe operation of the power grid.

[0014] Figure 2 The present application provides an intelligent cable deicing device, which can solve the problem that power transmission lines and communication cables are covered with ice in winter, which is a major hidden danger threatening the safe operation of the power grid. Figure 3 The present application provides an intelligent cable deicing device, which can solve the problem that power transmission lines and communication cables are covered with ice in winter, which is a major hidden danger threatening the safe operation of the power grid. Figure 4 The present application provides an intelligent cable deicing device, which can solve the problem that power transmission lines and communication cables are covered with ice in winter, which is a major hidden danger threatening the safe operation of the power grid. Figure 5 The present application provides an intelligent cable deicing device, which can solve the problem that power transmission lines and communication cables are covered with ice in winter, which is a major hidden danger threatening the safe operation of the power grid. Figure 6 The present application provides an intelligent cable deicing device, which can solve the problem that power transmission lines and communication cables are covered with ice in winter, which is a major hidden danger threatening the safe operation of the power grid. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0015] The technical solutions in the present application will be described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present application, and not all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor are within the scope of protection of the present application.

[0016] Please refer to Figures 1-6This invention provides a technical solution: an intelligent cable de-icing device, comprising: a rapid hoisting module 1, a drive module 2, a de-icing module 3, and a vision module 4. The drive module 2 is fixed on the rapid hoisting module 1, and the de-icing modules 3 are symmetrically fixed on the rapid hoisting module 1. The vision module 4 is fixed on the rapid hoisting module 1. Each of the two de-icing modules 3 includes: a multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel 3-1, a pressure adjusting bracket 3-2, and a servo motor 3-3. One end of the pressure adjusting bracket 3-2 is fixedly connected to the rapid hoisting module 1, and the other end of the pressure adjusting bracket 3-2 is fixedly connected to the motor base. The servo motor 3-3 is fixed on the motor base, and the multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel 3-1 is fixed on the output shaft of the servo motor 3-3.

[0017] Furthermore, the multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel 3-1, the pressure regulating bracket 3-2, and the servo motor 3-3 are arranged longitudinally. The brush 3-4 set on the multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel 3-1 realizes efficient breaking and removal of the ice layer on the cable surface. The multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel 3-1 is mounted on the pressure regulating bracket 3-2, which enables the device to adapt to the de-icing work of cables of various diameters. The servo motor 3-3 drives the high-speed rotation.

[0018] The rapid hoisting module 1 includes: a frame 1-1, a drive wheel 1-2, a secondary wheel 1-3, and a mounting ring 1-5. The lower end of the frame 1-1 is symmetrically rotatably connected to the drive wheel 1-2 and the secondary wheel 1-3. Both the drive wheel 1-2 and the secondary wheel 1-3 are provided with V-shaped grooves 1-4, and anti-slip patterns are provided in the V-shaped grooves 1-4. One end of the pressure adjusting bracket 3-2 is fixedly connected to the frame 1-1.

[0019] Furthermore, the V-shaped grooves 1-4 form two-point contact with the cylindrical surface of the cable, providing anti-slip guidance and stable clamping force. The anti-slip pattern increases friction to prevent slippage during driving. It can effectively adapt to situations such as changes in cable diameter, ensuring that the two wheels are always in close contact with the cable surface, maintaining a balanced clamping force, and guaranteeing effective transmission of driving force.

[0020] Furthermore, the mounting rings 1-5 adopt a quick-release lightweight structure, which is precisely adapted to the UAV hoisting system, enabling rapid take-off and landing of equipment and cable mounting during icebreaking operations.

[0021] The drive module 2 includes: a drive motor 2-1, a drive pulley 2-2, a conveyor belt 2-3, and a driven pulley 2-4. The drive motor 2-1 is fixed at the lower end of the frame 1-1. The drive pulley 2-2 is fixed on the output shaft of the drive motor 2-1. The driven pulley 2-4 is fixed on the rotating shaft of the drive pulley 1-2. The driven pulley 2-4 and the drive pulley 2-2 are connected by the conveyor belt 2-3.

[0022] Furthermore, the drive module 2 enables the device to move safely, stably, and adaptively along the overhead cable, and provides reliable power to the ice-breaking execution module; through the combination of drive wheels 1-2 and auxiliary wheels 1-3, high passability, strong driving force and stable adhesion are ensured under complex cable conditions.

[0023] Furthermore, the transmission work is completed through the power flow of the drive motor 2-1, the driving pulley 2-2, the conveyor belt 2-3, and the driven pulley 2-4. The use of belt drive can effectively absorb the impact and vibration of the motor and the load, giving the device the advantages of smooth operation and low noise. At the same time, it can also avoid the problem of lubricating oil solidification in low temperature conditions caused by chain drive.

[0024] The upper end of the multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel 3-1 is provided with a brush 3-4. The base of the brush 3-4 is made of hard nylon material, and the tip of the brush 3-4 is made of flexible composite bristles.

[0025] Furthermore, compared to pure metal brushes, it balances ice-breaking performance with cable protection.

[0026] The vision module 4 integrates a high-definition industrial camera, high-definition imaging, and a processor.

[0027] Furthermore, the vision module 4 forms an integrated "execution-detection" operation closed loop, which supports real-time feedback analysis through the processor to ensure that the de-icing operation is visible, controllable, and verifiable.

[0028] Furthermore, during operation, the de-icing module 3 operates at the front, while the vision module 4 is positioned at the rear. A ring light on the high-definition industrial camera illuminates the work area. The high-definition industrial camera continuously captures images of the de-iced cable surface. The processor preprocesses the raw images, including noise reduction and contrast enhancement, to optimize image quality and ensure accurate identification. The preprocessed images are then fed into the processor's algorithm model for real-time analysis to determine whether the ice layer has been completely removed and to identify any potential damage to the cable caused during icing or de-icing. The analysis results are fed back to the processor in real time. If the result is "clean," the device continues to move forward. If the result is "minor residue," the device can be controlled to slow down or reverse, performing secondary optimization of the de-icing process, allowing the de-icing module 3 to perform a second operation on that section. If the result is "damage detected," the device automatically records the GPS coordinates and image of that location and reports it to the control center, triggering an early warning. Simultaneously, subsequent operation parameters can be adjusted (e.g., reducing the pressure of brushes 3-4) to prevent further damage.

[0029] A method for using an intelligent cable de-icing device, the method comprising the following steps: S1. When in use, this device is hoisted and mounted on the cable using a drone hoisting system; S2. The drive wheel 1-2 is driven to rotate by the motor 2-1 and move along the cable; S3. When moving, the servo motor 3-3 drives the multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel 3-1 to rotate for de-icing.

[0030] The working principle of this invention is as follows: This device is connected to an external power source or can be powered by a battery. In use, it is hoisted onto a cable by a drone hoisting system. The drive wheel 1-2 is driven to rotate and move along the cable by the motor 2-1, drive pulley 2-2, conveyor belt 2-3 and driven pulley 2-4. The auxiliary wheel 1-3 provides support. The pressure regulating bracket 3-2 keeps the multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel 3-1 against the cable. During movement, the servo motor 3-3 drives the multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel 3-1 to rotate for de-icing.

[0031] Furthermore, any content not described in detail in this specification is existing technology known to those skilled in the art.

[0032] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0033] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that the present invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that the invention can be implemented in other forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as exemplary and non-limiting, and the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of the equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within the present invention. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0034] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An intelligent cable de-icing device, characterized in that: include: The fast hoisting module (1), drive module (2), de-icing module (3) and vision module (4) are provided. The drive module (2) is fixed on the fast hoisting module (1). The de-icing module (3) is symmetrically fixed on the fast hoisting module (1). The vision module (4) is fixed on the fast hoisting module (1). Each of the two de-icing modules (3) includes a multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel (3-1), a pressure regulating bracket (3-2) and a servo motor (3-3). One end of the pressure regulating bracket (3-2) is fixedly connected to the fast hoisting module (1). The other end of the pressure regulating bracket (3-2) is fixedly connected to the motor base. The servo motor (3-3) is fixed on the motor base. The multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel (3-1) is fixed on the output shaft of the servo motor (3-3).

2. The intelligent cable de-icing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rapid hoisting module (1) includes: a frame (1-1), a drive wheel (1-2), a secondary wheel (1-3), and a mounting ring (1-5). The lower end of the frame (1-1) is symmetrically rotatably connected to the drive wheel (1-2) and the secondary wheel (1-3). The drive wheel (1-2) and the secondary wheel (1-3) are both provided with V-shaped grooves (1-4). The V-shaped grooves (1-4) are provided with anti-slip patterns. One end of the pressure adjusting bracket (3-2) is fixedly connected to the frame (1-1).

3. The intelligent cable de-icing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The drive module (2) includes: a drive motor (2-1), a drive pulley (2-2), a conveyor belt (2-3), and a driven pulley (2-4). The drive motor (2-1) is fixed at the lower end of the frame (1-1). The drive pulley (2-2) is fixed on the output shaft of the drive motor (2-1). The driven pulley (2-4) is fixed on the rotating shaft of the drive wheel (1-2). The driven pulley (2-4) and the drive pulley (2-2) are connected by the conveyor belt (2-3).

4. The intelligent cable de-icing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper end of the multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel (3-1) is provided with a brush (3-4). The base of the brush (3-4) is made of hard nylon material, and the tip of the brush (3-4) is made of flexible composite bristles.

5. The intelligent cable de-icing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vision module (4) integrates a high-definition industrial camera, high-definition imaging, and processor.

6. A method of using the intelligent cable de-icing device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that: The method includes the following steps: S1. When in use, this device is hoisted and mounted on the cable using a drone hoisting system; S2. The drive wheel (1-2) is driven to rotate by the motor (2-1) and move along the cable; S3. When moving, the servo motor (3-3) drives the multi-tooth ice-breaking wheel (3-1) to rotate for de-icing.