A system and method for adjusting the attitude of a marine vessel in transit

Abstract

This patent relates to the field of boat control technology, and in particular to a boat attitude adjustment system and method. Specifically, this patent provides a boat attitude adjustment system, including a monitoring device and an adjustment device. The adjustment device includes a tilting bracket for connecting to an outboard motor, which is fixedly connected to the stern plate of the boat. The monitoring device includes a wave detection sensor installed at the bow of the boat, used to detect waves in the direction of the boat's movement. The technical solution provided by this patent allows the boat to adjust its output power angle during navigation, thereby adjusting the boat's attitude, and to actively decelerate through wave monitoring, reducing jerk phenomena and improving driving comfort.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This patent relates to the field of ship control technology, and in particular to a ship navigation attitude adjustment system. This patent also specifically relates to a ship navigation attitude adjustment method. Background Technology

[0002] With the gradual development of domestic waterways, the market size for small boats catering to the public is growing rapidly. However, due to their small weight and the fact that the heavier outboard or inboard engines are concentrated at the stern, the center of gravity of small boats is biased towards the rear. Therefore, when the boat is traveling at high speed or accelerating rapidly, it is prone to dolphin jumping, that is, the boat tilts at the bow and lifts off the water. This phenomenon results in a very poor boating experience and poses a safety hazard.

[0003] Based on the above shortcomings, improvements are necessary. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this invention provides a system and method for adjusting the attitude of a vessel during navigation.

[0005] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below.

[0006] This summary is not a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or to describe the scope of protection of these embodiments.

[0007] Its sole purpose is to present some concepts in a simple form, serving as a prelude to the detailed explanations that follow.

[0008] The present invention adopts the following technical solution: In some optional embodiments, a boat navigation attitude adjustment system is provided, including a monitoring device and an adjustment device; the adjustment device includes a tilting bracket for connecting to an outboard motor, and the tilting bracket is fixedly connected to the stern plate of the boat; the monitoring device includes a wave detection sensor disposed at the bow of the boat, and the wave detection sensor is used to detect waves in the direction of the boat's forward movement.

[0009] Furthermore, in some alternative embodiments: the wave detection sensor is an optical wave meter.

[0010] Furthermore, in some alternative embodiments: the wave detection sensor is an acoustic wave meter.

[0011] Furthermore, in some alternative embodiments: the wave detection sensor is a remote sensing wave instrument.

[0012] Furthermore, in some optional embodiments: the angle by which the lifting bracket is offset from the vertical direction toward the boat direction is A, where -80°≤A≤30°.

[0013] A method for adjusting the attitude of a boat during navigation, wherein the detection device detects the waves in the direction of the boat's movement and adjusts the rotation angle of the lifting bracket according to the wave width and wave height in the direction of the boat's movement.

[0014] Preferably, the deceleration is performed actively based on the wave width and wave height of the waves in the direction the vessel is traveling.

[0015] The specific technical features described in the specific embodiments of the present invention can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction.

[0016] To avoid unnecessary repetition, this invention does not exhaustively list all the combinations described above.

[0017] All other embodiments formed by combining any of the above structures are within the protection scope of this invention.

[0018] The advantages of this patent compared with the prior art after adopting the above structure are: the technical solution provided by this patent can adjust the output power angle of the boat during navigation, thereby adjusting the boat's navigation attitude, and actively decelerate through wave monitoring, reducing the occurrence of dolphin jumping and improving driving comfort. Attached Figure Description

[0019] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments: Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the attitude adjustment system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] In the diagram: 10 - Adjustment device; 20 - Outboard motor; 30 - Boat. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solution of the present invention will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of the present invention. 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.

[0022] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing the invention and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. The terms "first position" and "second position" refer to two different positions.

[0023] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections or detachable connections; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of these terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0024] The following description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0025] See the example. Figure 1 As shown: A boat navigation attitude adjustment system includes a monitoring device (not shown) and an adjustment device 10; the adjustment device 10 includes a tilting bracket (not shown), which is used to connect to an outboard motor 20 and is fixedly connected to the stern plate of the boat 30; the monitoring device includes a wave detection sensor (not shown) installed at the bow of the boat, which is used to detect waves in the direction of the boat's movement.

[0026] The wave detection sensor is an optical wave meter. Alternatively, the wave detection sensor is an acoustic wave meter. Or, the wave detection sensor is a remote sensing wave meter.

[0027] The angle by which the lifting support is offset from the vertical direction toward the boat is A, where -80°≤A≤30°.

[0028] A method for adjusting the attitude of a boat during navigation includes a detection device that detects waves in the direction of the boat's movement and adjusts the rotation angle of a lifting support based on the wave width and height in that direction. Active deceleration is also performed based on the wave width and height in the direction of the boat's movement.

[0029] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the implementation of the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A vessel attitude adjustment system, characterized in that: It includes a monitoring device and an adjustment device; the adjustment device includes a tilting bracket for connecting to an outboard motor and fixedly connected to the stern plate of the boat; the monitoring device includes a wave detection sensor installed at the bow of the boat for detecting waves in the direction of the boat's movement.

2. The attitude adjustment system as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The wave detection sensor is an optical wave meter.

3. The attitude adjustment system as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The wave detection sensor is an acoustic wave meter.

4. The attitude adjustment system as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The wave detection sensor is a remote sensing wave instrument.

5. The attitude adjustment system as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The angle at which the lifting bracket deflects from the vertical direction toward the boat is A, where -80°≤A≤30°.

6. A method for adjusting the attitude of a vessel during navigation, characterized in that: The attitude adjustment system as described in any one of claims 1 to 4 is used, wherein the detection device detects the waves in the forward direction of the vessel's navigation and adjusts the rotation angle of the lifting bracket according to the wave width and wave height in the forward direction of the vessel's navigation.

7. The attitude adjustment method as described in claim 1, characterized in that: Actively reduce speed based on the width and height of the waves in the direction the vessel is traveling.

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