Industrial communication relay equipment and application thereof

Abstract

The invention discloses industrial communication relay equipment and application thereof. The industrial communication relay equipment comprises a magnet, an antenna, an indicator light, a charging port, a charging indicator light, a side panel, a side frame, an RJ45 network interface, a switch button and a hook. The communication relay product is researched and developed based on the Lora technology, the 1.4 G long-distance communication technology and the WIFI technology, the MESH ad hoc network technology is adopted, relay transmission of data can be achieved through a plurality of communication relays so as to achieve the purposes of long-distance communication and obstacle diffraction, the rechargeable lithium battery pack is adopted in the product, the standby time is ultra-long, and the service life of the product is prolonged. And the antenna can be widely applied to places with metal barriers or places needing long-distance communication. The product provided by the invention can realize a WIFI signal receiving function, a Lora signal receiving and sending function and a 1.4 G broadband signal receiving and sending function, supports MESH ad-hoc network, supports the running state of LED display equipment, and is charged by using DC 12V.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of communication relay equipment, specifically relating to an industrial communication relay equipment and its application. Background Technology

[0002] Communication relay equipment is a key device in a communication system used to extend signal coverage, enhance signal strength, or improve transmission quality. The core of a relay device is signal reception-processing-forwarding, and the specific process is as follows: (1) Receiving signals: Receiving the original signal (which may be a weak signal, an interfered signal, or a blocked signal) through an antenna or cable. (2) Signal processing: a. Analog relay: Amplifying the signal (which may be accompanied by noise amplification). b. Digital relay: Demodulating the signal into a digital code stream, performing error correction, noise reduction, synchronization, and other processing, and then remodulating it. c. Forwarding signals: Sending the processed signal to the target area through a transmitter (or cable). The core function of the industrial communication relay equipment of this invention is to receive, process, and forward signals to solve the problem of communication interruption or quality degradation caused by distance, terrain, obstacles, or interference. Summary of the Invention

[0003] Purpose of the invention: In order to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention provides an industrial communication relay device and its application, which solves the problem of communication interruption or quality degradation caused by distance, terrain, obstacles or interference.

[0004] Technical solution: An industrial communication relay device, including: a magnet, an antenna, an indicator light, a charging port, a charging indicator light, a side panel and a side frame, an RJ45 network interface, a switch button and a hook; The side panel and side frame include: a first side panel, a second side panel, a third side panel, a first side frame, a second side frame and a third side frame. The first side frame is fixedly connected between the first side panel and the second side panel, the second side frame is fixedly connected between the second side panel and the third side panel, and the third side frame is fixedly connected between the first side panel and the third side panel. Indicator lights are provided on the first side panel, the second side panel, and the third side panel; a charging port and a charging indicator light are provided on the first side frame; and an RJ45 network interface is provided on the second side frame. The antenna includes a first antenna, a second antenna, and a third antenna. The bottom of the first antenna is connected to a first side frame via a first fixed axis, and the first antenna can rotate and open to different angles around the first fixed axis. The bottom of the second antenna is connected to a second side frame via a second fixed axis, and the second antenna can rotate and open to different angles around the second fixed axis. The bottom of the third antenna is connected to a third side frame via a third fixed axis, and the third antenna can rotate and open to different angles around the third fixed axis. The bottom of the industrial communication relay device is equipped with a magnet; The industrial communication relay device is equipped with a switch button on its top; the industrial communication relay device is also equipped with three hooks on its top, which correspond to the first side panel, the second side panel and the third side panel respectively, for fixing the first side panel, the second side panel and the third side panel to the main body of the industrial communication relay device.

[0005] As a further improvement of the present invention: the charging port is located above the charging indicator light.

[0006] As a further improvement of the present invention: the switch button is used to turn on or off industrial communication relay equipment.

[0007] As a further improvement of the present invention: the magnet is used to mount and attach industrial communication relay equipment to an iron object or place it directly on a solid object surface or the ground.

[0008] As a further improvement of the present invention, the charging operation of the industrial communication relay equipment is as follows: use DC 24V charging, open the antenna outside the charging port on one side to the maximum angle, remove the dustproof rubber cover on the charging port of the equipment, insert the matching power adapter into the charging port to start charging, and the charging will automatically stop when the battery is fully charged. It takes 4 hours to fully charge the battery.

[0009] As a further improvement of the present invention, the power-on operation of the industrial communication relay device is as follows: first, open the three side antennas to the maximum angle, press the switch button on the top of the communication relay device, and the working status indicator light on the side will emit a green light, indicating successful power-on.

[0010] As a further improvement of the present invention, the power-off operation of the industrial communication relay equipment is as follows: In the power-on state, press the top switch button, the switch button will return to its original position, the working status indicator light on the side will turn off, and the power-off is successful.

[0011] As a further improvement of the present invention: when the indicator light emits a red light during operation, it indicates that the device is faulty and should be turned off and restarted.

[0012] As a further improvement of the present invention, the operating parameters of the device can be configured through the device's built-in RJ45 network interface.

[0013] An application of an industrial communication relay device, wherein the storage temperature of the industrial communication relay device is -10℃ to 40℃, and it operates under the following environmental conditions: (1) Ambient temperature: -15℃~+40℃; (2) The maximum relative humidity of the ambient air shall not exceed 95% (+25℃); (4) Atmospheric pressure: 60-106 kPa (5) Zone 1 and Zone 2 locations where there are explosive mixtures of flammable gases or vapors of Class IIA, IIB, IIC, and T1 to T6 groups mixed with air; (6) In an environment free from corrosive substances that could damage insulation; (7) In places without significant shaking or impact vibration; (8) In a place where there is no dripping water or liquid intrusion.

[0014] Beneficial effects: This invention is a communication relay product developed based on LoRa technology, 1.4G long-distance communication technology and WIFI technology. It adopts MESH self-organizing network technology, and multiple communication relays can realize the relay transmission of data to achieve the purpose of long-distance communication and obstacle diffraction. The product adopts a rechargeable lithium battery pack solution, which has an ultra-long standby time and can be widely used in places with metal obstacles or where long-distance communication is required.

[0015] The product of this invention has the following functions: it can receive WIFI signals, receive and transmit LoRa signals, receive and transmit 1.4G broadband signals, support MESH self-organizing networks, support LED display device operating status, use DC12V for charging, and has a charging power indicator. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention. Figure 1 ; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention. Figure 2 ; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the top structure of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the bottom structure of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below, so that those skilled in the art can better understand the advantages and features of the present invention, thereby making a clearer definition of the scope of protection of the present invention. The embodiments described in this invention are only some embodiments of the present invention, not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention. Example

[0018] like Figure 1 As shown, an industrial communication relay device includes: a magnet 1, an antenna 2, an indicator light 3, a charging port 4, a charging indicator light 5, a side panel and a side frame 6, an RJ45 network interface 7, a switch button 8, and a hook 9.

[0019] The side panel and side frame 6 include: a first side panel 611, a second side panel 612, a third side panel 613, a first side frame 621, a second side frame 622, and a third side frame 623. The first side frame 621 is fixedly connected between the first side panel 611 and the second side panel 612. The second side frame 622 is fixedly connected between the second side panel 612 and the third side panel 613. The third side frame 623 is fixedly connected between the first side panel 611 and the third side panel 613.

[0020] Indicator lights 3 are provided on the first side panel 611, the second side panel 612, and the third side panel 613. A charging port 4 and a charging indicator light 5 are provided on the first side frame 621, with the charging port 4 located above the charging indicator light 5. An RJ45 network interface 7 is provided on the second side frame 622.

[0021] The antenna 2 includes a first antenna 21, a second antenna 22, and a third antenna 23. The bottom of the first antenna 21 is connected to the first side frame 621 via a first fixed shaft 101, and the first antenna 21 can rotate around the first fixed shaft 101 and open to different angles as required. The bottom of the second antenna 22 is connected to the second side frame 622 via a second fixed shaft 102, and the second antenna 22 can rotate around the second fixed shaft 102 and open to different angles as required. The bottom of the third antenna 23 is connected to the third side frame 623 via a third fixed shaft 103, and the third antenna 23 can rotate around the third fixed shaft 103 and open to different angles as required.

[0022] The industrial communication relay device is equipped with a magnet 1 at its bottom. The magnet 1 is used to mount the industrial communication relay device onto an iron object or place it directly on a solid object surface or the ground.

[0023] The industrial communication relay device is equipped with a switch button 8 on its top, which is used to turn the industrial communication relay device on or off. The top of the industrial communication relay device is also equipped with three hooks 9, which correspond to the first side panel 611, the second side panel 612, and the third side panel 613, respectively, for fixing the first side panel 611, the second side panel 612, and the third side panel 613 onto the main body of the industrial communication relay device.

[0024] The main operating parameters of the industrial communication relay device of the present invention are shown in Table 1 below.

[0025] Table 1 Main Parameters The charging operation of the industrial communication relay equipment of this invention is as follows: Using DC 24V charging, open the antenna outside one charging port 4 to its maximum angle, remove the dustproof cover on the charging port 4, and insert the matching power adapter into the charging port 4 to begin charging. Charging will automatically stop when the battery is fully charged. A full charge takes 4 hours.

[0026] The power-on operation of the industrial communication relay device of the present invention is as follows: First, open the three side antennas 2 to the maximum angle, press the switch button 8 on the top of the communication relay device, and the working status indicator light 3 on the side will emit a green light, indicating successful power-on.

[0027] The shutdown operation of the industrial communication relay device of the present invention is as follows: In the power-on state, press the top switch button 8. The switch button 8 will return to its original position, and the working status indicator light 3 on the side will turn off, indicating that the shutdown is successful.

[0028] When the side status indicator 3 of the industrial communication relay device of this invention emits a red light, it indicates that the device is malfunctioning. Please power off and restart. The device's operating parameters can be configured through the device's built-in RJ45 network interface 7.

[0029] The industrial communication relay device of this invention has a storage temperature of -10℃ to 40℃ and operates under the following environmental conditions: (1) Ambient temperature: -15℃~+40℃; (2) The maximum relative humidity of the ambient air shall not exceed 95% (+25℃); (4) Atmospheric pressure: 60-106 kPa (5) Zone 1 and Zone 2 locations where there are explosive mixtures of flammable gases or vapors of Class IIA, IIB, IIC, and T1 to T6 groups mixed with air; (6) In an environment free from corrosive substances that could damage insulation; (7) In places without significant shaking or impact vibration; (8) In a place where there is no dripping water or liquid intrusion.

[0030] This invention is a communication relay product developed based on LoRa technology, 1.4G long-distance communication technology and WIFI technology. It adopts MESH self-organizing network technology, and multiple communication relays can realize the relay transmission of data to achieve the purpose of long-distance communication and obstacle diffraction. The product adopts a rechargeable lithium battery pack solution, which has an ultra-long standby time and can be widely used in places with metal obstacles or where long-distance communication is required.

[0031] The product of this invention has the following functions: it can receive WIFI signals, receive and transmit LoRa signals, receive and transmit 1.4G broadband signals, support MESH self-organizing networks, support LED display device operating status, use DC12V for charging, and has a charging power indicator.

[0032] The industrial communication relay equipment of this invention adopts an intrinsically safe explosion-proof structure and meets the relevant provisions of GB / T 3836.1-2021 and GB / T 3836.4-2021. The enclosure protection performance meets the requirements of IP20 protection level in GB4208-2008. Under normal and fault conditions, the maximum surface temperature of its electrical components, wires, and enclosure should be ≤80℃. The spark ignition test of the fixed communication relay circuit of this invention complies with the provisions of GB / T 3836.4-2021, sections 10.1 to 10.4. The electrical clearance and creepage distance between the intrinsically safe circuit and the enclosure are ≥1.5mm, and the creepage distance under the coating is ≥0.5mm (which should comply with the provisions of Clause 6 and Table 5 of GB / T 3836.4-2021).

Claims

1. An industrial communication relay device, characterized in that: include: Magnet (1), antenna (2), indicator light (3), charging port (4), charging indicator light (5), side panel and side frame (6), RJ45 network interface (7), switch button (8) and hook (9); The side panel and side frame (6) include: a first side panel (611), a second side panel (612), a third side panel (613), a first side frame (621), a second side frame (622), and a third side frame (623). The first side frame (621) is fixedly connected between the first side panel (611) and the second side panel (612), the second side frame (622) is fixedly connected between the second side panel (612) and the third side panel (613), and the third side frame (623) is fixedly connected between the first side panel (611) and the third side panel (613). Indicator lights (3) are provided on the first side panel (611), the second side panel (612) and the third side panel (613); a charging port (4) and a charging indicator light (5) are provided on the first side frame (621), and an RJ45 network interface (7) is provided on the second side frame (622). The antenna (2) includes a first antenna (21), a second antenna (22), and a third antenna (23). The bottom of the first antenna (21) is connected to the first side frame (621) via a first fixed shaft (101), and the first antenna (21) can be rotated and opened to different angles around the first fixed shaft (101). The bottom of the second antenna (22) is connected to the second side frame (622) via a second fixed shaft (102), and the second antenna (22) can be rotated and opened to different angles around the second fixed shaft (102). The bottom of the third antenna (23) is connected to the third side frame (623) via a third fixed shaft (103), and the third antenna (23) can be rotated and opened to different angles around the third fixed shaft (103). The bottom of the industrial communication relay device is provided with a magnet (1); The industrial communication relay device is provided with a switch button (8) on the top; the industrial communication relay device is also provided with three hooks (9) on the top, the three hooks (9) respectively correspond to the first side panel (611), the second side panel (612) and the third side panel (613), and are used to fix the first side panel (611), the second side panel (612) and the third side panel (613) on the main body of the industrial communication relay device.

2. The industrial communication relay equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The charging port (4) is located above the charging indicator light (5).

3. The industrial communication relay equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The switch button (8) is used to turn on or off the industrial communication relay equipment.

4. The industrial communication relay equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The magnet (1) is used to mount industrial communication relay equipment onto an iron object or place it directly on a solid object surface or the ground.

5. The industrial communication relay equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that: The charging operation of the industrial communication relay equipment is as follows: Use DC 24V for charging. Open the antenna outside the charging port (4) to the maximum angle, remove the dustproof rubber cover on the charging port (4), insert the matching power adapter into the charging port (4) to start charging. The charging will automatically stop when the battery is fully charged. It takes 4 hours to fully charge the battery.

6. The industrial communication relay device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power-on operation of the industrial communication relay equipment is as follows: First, open the three side antennas (2) to the maximum angle, press the switch button (8) on the top of the communication relay equipment, and the working status indicator (3) on the side will emit a green light, indicating successful power-on.

7. The industrial communication relay device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The shutdown operation of the industrial communication relay equipment is as follows: When the device is powered on, press the top switch button (8). The switch button (8) will return to its original position, and the working status indicator (3) on the side will turn off. The shutdown is successful.

8. The industrial communication relay device according to claim 1, characterized in that: When the indicator light (3) emits a red light during operation, it indicates that the equipment is faulty. Please turn off the machine and restart it.

9. The industrial communication relay device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The device's operating parameters can be configured through the device's built-in RJ45 network interface (7).

10. An application of the industrial communication relay device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The industrial communication relay equipment described above has a storage temperature of -10℃ to 40℃ and operates under the following environmental conditions: (1) Ambient temperature: -15℃~+40℃; (2) The maximum relative humidity of the ambient air shall not exceed 95% (+25℃); (4) Atmospheric pressure: 60-106 kPa (5) Zone 1 and Zone 2 locations where there are explosive mixtures of flammable gases or vapors of Class IIA, IIB, IIC, and T1 to T6 groups mixed with air; (6) In an environment free from corrosive substances that could damage insulation; (7) In places without significant shaking or impact vibration; (8) In a place where there is no dripping water or liquid intrusion.

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