Flexible intelligent electric power inspection robot

Abstract

The invention provides a flexible intelligent electric power inspection robot, and relates to the technical field of inspection robots. A sliding seat is fixed to the top end face of the vehicle body, a first sliding frame slides on the sliding seat, a first motor is fixed to the sliding seat, a first threaded rod is fixed to an output shaft of the first motor, and the first threaded rod is in threaded connection to the first sliding frame; a second sliding frame slides on the first sliding frame, two jacking blocks are symmetrically welded to the top end face of the vehicle body, and the two jacking blocks are each of a right triangle structure and are aligned to the second sliding frame. The cleaning and warning functions realize high efficiency and energy conservation through mechanical linkage; when the stress rod of the cleaning part moves along with the mounting block, the stress rod is in elastic contact with the semi-cylindrical protrusion at the top end of the base block, an elastic telescopic bottle is extruded to jet airflow through an annular spray pipe, 360-degree unpowered dust removal is achieved by adjusting mechanical energy of the camera, the problems of abrasion and energy consumption of a traditional electric structure are solved, and dust on the lens is effectively removed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of inspection robot technology, and in particular to a flexible and intelligent power inspection robot. Background Technology

[0002] Power inspection robots are intelligent automated devices used in the power system field. They are mainly used to replace manual labor in inspecting, monitoring and detecting faults in power facilities (such as transmission lines, substations, distribution networks, etc.). They are characterized by high efficiency, safety and intelligence, and can significantly improve the reliability and maintenance efficiency of power system operation.

[0003] After a period of outdoor inspection, the cameras used for the existing equipment are prone to dust accumulation, which affects the clarity of the images and thus the quality of the inspection. When the existing equipment is used for mobile inspection, the vehicle body is easily bumped by debris on the ground, which affects the stability of the image and ultimately affects the quality of the inspection. Although the existing equipment is equipped with a height adjustment structure, it cannot be adjusted in an emergency when the height adjustment structure is damaged. Summary of the Invention

[0004] This invention relates to a flexible and intelligent power inspection robot, which solves the problems of dust easily accumulating on the camera used for inspection, the vehicle body easily becoming bumpy due to the influence of debris on the ground, and the inability to make emergency adjustments when the height adjustment structure is damaged.

[0005] This invention provides a flexible and intelligent power inspection robot, specifically comprising: a vehicle body; a sliding seat fixed to the top surface of the vehicle body, a first sliding frame sliding on the sliding seat, a first motor fixed on the sliding seat, a first threaded rod fixed on the output shaft of the first motor, the first threaded rod being threadedly connected to the first sliding frame; a second sliding frame sliding on the first sliding frame; two lifting blocks symmetrically welded to the top surface of the vehicle body, both lifting blocks being right-angled triangular structures, both lifting blocks being aligned with the second sliding frame; when the second sliding frame moves to the left following the first sliding frame, the bottom of the second sliding frame contacts the inclined surfaces of the two lifting blocks.

[0006] Furthermore, the sliding seat, the first sliding frame, the first motor, the first threaded rod, the second sliding frame, and the lifting block together constitute the first adjustment part; a second adjustment assembly is installed on the second sliding frame, the second adjustment assembly consists of a base block, a second motor, a second threaded rod, a mounting block, a camera, a third threaded rod, and a third motor. The base block slides on the second sliding frame, a second motor is fixed on the second sliding frame, and a second threaded rod is fixed on the output shaft of the second motor, the second threaded rod being threadedly connected to the base block.

[0007] Furthermore, a mounting block slides on the base block, a camera is mounted on the left end face of the mounting block, a third threaded rod rotates on the base block and is threadedly connected to the mounting block, a third motor is fixed on the front end face of the base block, and the output shaft of the third motor is fixed on the third threaded rod.

[0008] Furthermore, a cleaning unit is installed on the base block. The cleaning unit consists of a protrusion, a fixing seat, an elastic telescopic bottle, a force-bearing rod, and a nozzle. The top surface of the base block has protrusions welded in a linear array. The protrusions are semi-cylindrical structures. An L-shaped fixing seat is fixed on the top surface of the mounting block. An elastic telescopic bottle is fixed on the fixing seat. A nozzle is connected to the exhaust pipe of the elastic telescopic bottle. The nozzle is located at the camera. A force-bearing rod is fixed to the extended end of the elastic telescopic bottle. The force-bearing rod is aligned with the protrusion.

[0009] Furthermore, the lower end of the force-bearing rod contacts the top surface of the base block, and when the force-bearing rod moves back and forth with the mounting block, it makes continuous elastic contact with the protrusion.

[0010] Furthermore, the nozzle is an annular tubular structure, with the nozzle sleeved on the outside of the camera, and air jet holes arranged in an annular array on the inside of the nozzle.

[0011] Furthermore, a prompting part is installed on the fixed base. The prompting part consists of a sliding rod, a connecting block, and a warning light. Two sliding rods slide on the fixed base. The lower end of each sliding rod is in contact with the top surface of the base block. Both sliding rods are aligned with the protrusion. The upper end of each of the two force-bearing rods is welded to the connecting block. A warning light is fixed on the top surface of the connecting block.

[0012] Furthermore, a cleaning unit is installed on the vehicle body. The cleaning unit consists of guide rods and a cleaning block. Two guide rods slide on the vehicle body, and the lower end of each guide rod is welded to the cleaning block. The bottom surface of the cleaning block is in contact with the ground, and the cleaning block is located on the left side of the wheel on the vehicle body.

[0013] Furthermore, a control box is fixed to the rear end of the vehicle body. A microprocessor is installed inside the control box, and the microprocessor is electrically connected to the first motor, the second motor, the camera, the third motor, and the warning light.

[0014] This invention provides a flexible and intelligent power inspection robot, which has the following advantages: The robot achieves flexible camera adjustment through dual sliding and multi-stage motor drive. The first adjustment unit uses the first motor to drive the first threaded rod, which in turn drives the first sliding frame to move left and right. At the same time, the second sliding frame, under the action of the inclined surface of the right-angled triangular lifting block, can realize emergency height adjustment of the camera, which can quickly respond to sudden viewing angle requirements without complex devices. The second adjustment component controls the vertical height of the base block and the front and back position of the mounting block through the second motor and the third motor, respectively, forming a three-dimensional adjustment system of "left and right-up and down-front and back". It can not only inspect power equipment at different heights in layers, but also capture details at close range, cover a variety of inspection scenarios, and eliminate blind spots in detection.

[0015] The cleaning and warning functions achieve high efficiency and energy saving through mechanical linkage; when the force rod of the cleaning part moves with the mounting block, it makes elastic contact with the semi-cylindrical protrusion at the top of the base block, squeezing the elastic telescopic bottle and spraying air through the ring nozzle. By using the mechanical energy of adjusting the camera, 360-degree non-powered dust removal is achieved, avoiding the wear and energy consumption problems of traditional electric structures, and effectively removing dust from the lens.

[0016] The sliding rod of the warning section is linked with the protrusion, which drives the warning light to move up and down. The dynamic warning effect is better than that of a fixed light source. Especially in dim environments, it can significantly improve the attention of people around and reduce the risk of human interference. In addition, it shares the protrusion structure with the cleaning section, realizing functional reuse and structural simplification.

[0017] Environmental adaptability and driving stability are ensured through the design of the cleaning unit; the cleaning block on the left side of the vehicle body contacts the ground through the guide rod, pushing away debris such as gravel and fallen leaves in advance when the robot moves, avoiding debris from blocking the wheels, ensuring smooth driving in complex outdoor road conditions, reducing the risk of inspection interruption, and is suitable for scenarios where debris is easily accumulated, such as substations and line corridors, ensuring the continuity of tasks.

[0018] The intelligent control system integrates the collaborative work of various modules; the microprocessor is electrically connected to the motor, camera, and warning lights, and can automatically adjust the inspection path, viewing angle, and cleaning frequency according to the preset program. For example, it can trigger close-range shooting and high-frequency data acquisition for equipment with abnormal temperature, and at the same time activate the warning lights. This automated control reduces manual intervention, improves inspection efficiency, and provides a basis for equipment status assessment through real-time data feedback, promoting the upgrade of inspection towards unmanned and intelligent operation. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings of the embodiments will be briefly described below.

[0020] The accompanying drawings described below are only related to some embodiments of the invention and are not intended to limit the invention.

[0021] In the attached diagram: Figure 1A schematic diagram of the axial view structure of the flexible and intelligent power inspection robot of the present invention is shown; Figure 2 The present invention is shown. Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram at point A; Figure 3 The present invention is shown. Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram at point B; Figure 4 This diagram shows the front view of the flexible and intelligent power inspection robot of the present invention. Figure 5 A top view of the flexible and intelligent power inspection robot of the present invention is shown. Figure 6 A schematic axial view of the cleaning section and the prompting section of the present invention is shown; Figure 7 The present invention is shown. Figure 6 A magnified structural diagram at point C; Figure 8 The present invention is shown. Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the axial view structure after rotation.

[0022] List of reference numerals 1. Vehicle body; 2. First adjustment unit; 201. Sliding seat; 202. First sliding frame; 203. First motor; 204. First threaded rod; 205. Second sliding frame; 206. Lifting block; 3. Second adjustment assembly; 301. Base block; 302. Second motor; 303. Second threaded rod; 304. Mounting block; 305. Camera; 306. Third threaded rod; 307. Third motor; 4. Cleaning unit; 401. Protrusion; 402. Fixing seat; 403. Elastic telescopic bottle; 404. Force rod; 405. Spray nozzle; 5. Indication unit; 501. Sliding rod; 502. Connecting block; 503. Warning light; 6. Cleaning unit; 601. Guide rod; 602. Cleaning block. Detailed Implementation

[0023] 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. 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.

[0024] Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used in embodiments of this invention have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention pertains. It should also be understood that terms such as those defined in a common dictionary should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art, and not as being interpreted in an idealized or highly formalized sense, unless expressly defined in this embodiment of the invention.

[0025] The terms "first," "second," and similar words used in the embodiments of this invention do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Similarly, the terms "an," "a," or "the" do not indicate a quantity limitation, but rather indicate the presence of at least one. Likewise, the terms "comprising" or "including" mean that the element or object preceding the word encompasses the elements or objects listed after the word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. In the following description, spatial and directional terms such as "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "top," "bottom," "vertical," and "horizontal" may be used to describe embodiments of the invention; however, it should be understood that these terms are only for the convenience of describing the embodiments shown in the figures and do not require the actual device to be constructed or operated in a specific orientation. In the following description, the use of terms such as "connect," "link," "fix," and "attach" can refer to a direct connection between two elements or structures without other elements or structures, or to an indirect connection between two elements or structures through an intermediate element or structure, unless otherwise expressly stated herein.

[0026] Example 1: Please refer to Figures 1 to 8 : This invention proposes a flexible and intelligent power inspection robot, comprising: a vehicle body 1; a sliding seat 201 fixed on the top surface of the vehicle body 1, a first sliding frame 202 sliding on the sliding seat 201, a first motor 203 fixed on the sliding seat 201, a first threaded rod 204 fixed on the output shaft of the first motor 203, and the first threaded rod 204 threadedly connected to the first sliding frame 202; a second sliding frame 205 sliding on the first sliding frame 202; two lifting blocks 206 symmetrically welded to the top surface of the vehicle body 1, both lifting blocks 206 being right-angled triangular structures, and both lifting blocks 206 being aligned with the second sliding frame 205. When the second sliding frame 205 moves to the left following the first sliding frame 202, the bottom of the second sliding frame 205 contacts the inclined surfaces of the two lifting blocks 206. When adjusting the left and right position of the camera 305, the first motor 203 is driven to rotate, and the first motor 203 drives the first threaded rod 204 to rotate. Under the threaded drive of the first threaded rod 204, the first sliding frame 202 can move left and right. When the second sliding frame 205 moves to the left following the first sliding frame 202, the height of the second sliding frame 205 and the camera 305 can be adjusted under the lifting action of the lifting blocks 206. This height adjustment can be used for emergency adjustment and is highly flexible.

[0027] The sliding seat 201, the first sliding frame 202, the first motor 203, the first threaded rod 204, the second sliding frame 205, and the lifting block 206 together form the first adjustment part 2; the second sliding frame 205 is equipped with a second adjustment component 3, which is composed of a base block 301, a second motor 302, a second threaded rod 303, a mounting block 304, a camera 305, a third threaded rod 306, and a third motor 307. The base block 301 slides on the second sliding frame 205, and a second motor 302 is fixed on the second sliding frame 205. The output shaft of the second motor 302 is fixed with a second threaded rod 303, which is threadedly connected to the base block 301.

[0028] The base block 301 has a sliding mounting block 304, and a camera 305 is mounted on the left end face of the mounting block 304. A third threaded rod 306 rotates on the base block 301 and is threadedly connected to the mounting block 304. A third motor 307 is fixed to the front end face of the base block 301, and the output shaft of the third motor 307 is fixed to the third threaded rod 306. When adjusting the height of the camera 305, the second motor 302 is driven to rotate, which in turn drives the second threaded rod 303 to rotate. Under the threaded drive of the second threaded rod 303, the height of the base block 301 and the camera 305 can be adjusted. When adjusting the front and rear position of the camera 305, the third motor 307 is driven to rotate, which in turn drives the third threaded rod 306 to rotate. Under the threaded drive of the third threaded rod 306, the front and rear positions of the mounting block 304 and the camera 305 can be adjusted.

[0029] The base block 301 is equipped with a cleaning unit 4, which consists of a protrusion 401, a fixing seat 402, an elastic telescopic bottle 403, a force-bearing rod 404, and a nozzle 405. The top surface of the base block 301 is welded with protrusions 401 in a linear array. The protrusions 401 are semi-cylindrical structures. The top surface of the mounting block 304 is fixed with an L-shaped fixing seat 402. An elastic telescopic bottle 403 is fixed on the fixing seat 402. A nozzle 405 is connected to the exhaust pipe of the elastic telescopic bottle 403. The nozzle 405 is located at the camera 305. A force-bearing rod 404 is fixed to the extended end of the elastic telescopic bottle 403. The force-bearing rod 404 is aligned with the protrusion 401.

[0030] The lower end of the force-bearing rod 404 contacts the top surface of the base block 301. When the force-bearing rod 404 moves back and forth with the mounting block 304, it continuously elastically contacts the protrusion 401. When the mounting block 304 moves back and forth, the protrusion 401 continuously receives the force-bearing rod 404, which realizes the continuous air jet from the nozzle 405. The gas ejected from the nozzle 405 can remove dust from the camera 305, ensuring the clarity of the image.

[0031] The nozzle 405 is an annular tubular structure. The nozzle 405 is sleeved on the outside of the camera 305. The inner side of the nozzle 405 has air jet holes in an annular array. When the gas is ejected through the annular array of air jet holes, it can better remove dust from the camera 305.

[0032] The fixing base 402 is equipped with a warning part 5, which consists of a sliding rod 501, a connecting block 502, and a warning light 503. Two sliding rods 501 slide on the fixing base 402. The lower end of each sliding rod 501 is in contact with the top surface of the base block 301. Both sliding rods 501 are aligned with the protrusion 401. The upper end of each of the two force-bearing rods 404 is welded to the connecting block 502. The warning light 503 is fixed to the top surface of the connecting block 502. When the fixing base 402 moves back and forth with the mounting block 304, the sliding rods 501 and the warning light 503 can move up and down repeatedly under the pushing action of the protrusion 401. The up and down reciprocating movement of the warning light 503 can improve the warning effect.

[0033] The vehicle body 1 is equipped with a cleaning unit 6, which consists of guide rods 601 and cleaning blocks 602. Two guide rods 601 slide on the vehicle body 1, and the lower end of each guide rod 601 is welded to the cleaning block 602. The bottom surface of the cleaning block 602 is in contact with the ground. The cleaning block 602 is located on the left side of the wheel on the vehicle body 1. When the vehicle body 1 moves to the left, the debris on the ground is blocked by the cleaning block 602 and cannot contact the wheel, thus ensuring the stability of the vehicle and the accuracy of the inspection.

[0034] Example 2, based on Example 1, such as Figures 1-8 As shown, a control box is fixed to the rear end of the vehicle body 1. A microprocessor is installed inside the control box. The microprocessor is electrically connected to the first motor 203, the second motor 302, the camera 305, the third motor 307, and the warning light 503. During use, the microprocessor can drive the first motor 203, the second motor 302, the camera 305, the third motor 307, and the warning light 503 to work and stop, demonstrating a high degree of intelligence.

[0035] The working principle of this embodiment is as follows: The vehicle body 1 moves to inspect the camera 305. When the vehicle body 1 moves to the left, debris on the ground is blocked by the cleaning block 602 and cannot contact the wheels. When adjusting the height of the camera 305, the second motor 302 is driven to rotate, which in turn drives the second threaded rod 303 to rotate. Under the threaded drive of the second threaded rod 303, the height adjustment of the base block 301 and the camera 305 can be completed. When adjusting the front-to-back position of the camera 305, the third motor 307 is driven to rotate, which in turn drives the third threaded rod 306 to rotate. Under the threaded drive of the third threaded rod 306, the front-to-back adjustment of the mounting block 304 and the camera 305 can be achieved. When adjusting the left-to-right position of the camera 305, the first motor 203 is driven to rotate, which in turn drives the first threaded rod 606 to rotate. When the threaded rod 204 rotates, the first sliding frame 202 can move left and right under the threaded drive of the first threaded rod 204. When the second sliding frame 205 moves to the left following the first sliding frame 202, the height of the second sliding frame 205 and the camera 305 can be adjusted under the pushing action of the lifting block 206. At the same time, when the force rod 404 moves back and forth with the mounting block 304, it continuously elastically contacts the protrusion 401. When the mounting block 304 moves back and forth, the protrusion 401 continuously receives the force rod 404, which realizes the continuous air jet from the nozzle 405. The gas ejected from the nozzle 405 can remove dust from the camera 305. At the same time, when the fixed seat 402 moves back and forth with the mounting block 304, the sliding rod 501 and the warning light 503 can move up and down to provide warning under the pushing action of the protrusion 401.

Claims

1. A flexible and intelligent power inspection robot, characterized in that, include: Vehicle body (1); A sliding seat (201) is fixed on the top surface of the vehicle body (1), a first sliding frame (202) slides on the sliding seat (201), a first motor (203) is fixed on the sliding seat (201), a first threaded rod (204) is fixed on the output shaft of the first motor (203), and the first threaded rod (204) is threadedly connected to the first sliding frame (202); a second sliding frame (205) slides on the first sliding frame (202), and two lifting blocks (206) are symmetrically welded on the top surface of the vehicle body (1). Both lifting blocks (206) are right-angled triangular structures, and both lifting blocks (206) are aligned with the second sliding frame (205). When the second sliding frame (205) moves to the left with the first sliding frame (202), the bottom of the second sliding frame (205) contacts the inclined surfaces of the two lifting blocks (206).

2. The flexible and intelligent power inspection robot according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sliding seat (201), the first sliding frame (202), the first motor (203), the first threaded rod (204), the second sliding frame (205), and the lifting block (206) together form the first adjustment part (2); the second sliding frame (205) is equipped with a second adjustment component (3), which is composed of a base block (301), a second motor (302), a second threaded rod (303), a mounting block (304), a camera (305), a third threaded rod (306), and a third motor (307). The base block (301) slides on the second sliding frame (205), and a second motor (302) is fixed on the second sliding frame (205). A second threaded rod (303) is fixed on the output shaft of the second motor (302), and the second threaded rod (303) is threadedly connected to the base block (301).

3. The flexible and intelligent power inspection robot according to claim 2, characterized in that, A mounting block (304) slides on the base block (301). A camera (305) is mounted on the left end face of the mounting block (304). A third threaded rod (306) rotates on the base block (301). The third threaded rod (306) is threadedly connected to the mounting block (304). A third motor (307) is fixed on the front end face of the base block (301). The output shaft of the third motor (307) is fixed on the third threaded rod (306).

4. The flexible and intelligent power inspection robot according to claim 3, characterized in that, The base block (301) is equipped with a cleaning part (4), which consists of a protrusion (401), a fixing seat (402), an elastic telescopic bottle (403), a force-bearing rod (404), and a nozzle (405). The top surface of the base block (301) is welded with protrusions (401) in a linear array. The protrusions (401) are semi-cylindrical structures. The top surface of the mounting block (304) is fixed with an L-shaped fixing seat (402). An elastic telescopic bottle (403) is fixed on the fixing seat (402). A nozzle (405) is connected to the exhaust pipe of the elastic telescopic bottle (403). The nozzle (405) is located at the camera (305). A force-bearing rod (404) is fixed to the extended end of the elastic telescopic bottle (403). The force-bearing rod (404) is aligned with the protrusion (401).

5. A flexible and intelligent power inspection robot according to claim 4, characterized in that, The lower end of the force-bearing rod (404) contacts the top surface of the base block (301), and when the force-bearing rod (404) moves back and forth with the mounting block (304), it makes continuous elastic contact with the protrusion (401).

6. A flexible and intelligent power inspection robot according to claim 5, characterized in that, The nozzle (405) is an annular tubular structure. The nozzle (405) is sleeved on the outside of the camera (305), and the nozzle (405) has air jet holes arranged in an annular array on the inside.

7. A flexible and intelligent power inspection robot according to claim 6, characterized in that, The fixing base (402) is equipped with a prompting part (5), which consists of a sliding rod (501), a connecting block (502) and a warning light (503). Two sliding rods (501) slide on the fixing base (402). The lower end of each sliding rod (501) is in contact with the top surface of the base block (301). Both sliding rods (501) are aligned with the protrusion (401). The upper end of each of the two force-bearing rods (404) is welded to the connecting block (502). The top surface of the connecting block (502) is fixed with a warning light (503).

8. A flexible and intelligent power inspection robot according to claim 7, characterized in that, The vehicle body (1) is equipped with a cleaning unit (6), which consists of a guide rod (601) and a cleaning block (602). Two guide rods (601) slide on the vehicle body (1). The lower end of each guide rod (601) is welded to the cleaning block (602). The bottom surface of the cleaning block (602) is in contact with the ground. The cleaning block (602) is located on the left side of the wheel on the vehicle body (1).

9. A flexible and intelligent power inspection robot according to claim 8, characterized in that, A control box is fixed to the rear end face of the vehicle body (1). A microprocessor is installed in the control box. The microprocessor is electrically connected to the first motor (203), the second motor (302), the camera (305), the third motor (307), and the warning light (503).

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