Pirate-proof safety cabin and ship

Abstract

The present application belongs to the technical field of ships, and discloses a pirate-preventing safety cabin and a ship. The pirate-preventing safety cabin is arranged adjacent to a water-containing cabin of the ship, and comprises a safety cabin main body and an isolation space. The safety cabin main body is selectively communicated with the water-containing cabin, and personnel in the safety cabin main body can take water from the water-containing cabin. The isolation space is arranged around at least part of the outer side of the safety cabin main body, and the bottom of the safety cabin main body and the side of the safety cabin main body which is not adjacent to the water-containing cabin are both provided with the isolation space; a through door is arranged on the cabin wall of the safety cabin main body, and the safety cabin main body and the isolation space are selectively communicated through the through door. A safety manhole is arranged on the cabin wall of the isolation space, and the safety manhole is selectively communicated with an external space; the isolation space is selectively communicated with the water-containing cabin, and water in the water-containing cabin can enter the isolation space. The pirate-preventing safety cabin can avoid the transmission of internal sound to the outside, and improve concealment and safety.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of marine technology, and in particular to an anti-piracy safe cabin and a vessel. Background Technology

[0002] Piracy poses a significant threat to the lives and interests of crew members. Generally, ships are equipped with anti-piracy safe rooms, which are special compartments on board ships designed to provide safe haven for crew members in the event of a pirate attack. Their primary function is to protect the lives of the crew, allowing them to escape harm from pirates after boarding and to maintain basic survival conditions while awaiting rescue. Anti-piracy safe rooms are usually located in concealed areas, typically within the ship's interior core. Some are even hidden within the ship's double bottom structure or in the mezzanine of cargo compartments.

[0003] Currently, most anti-piracy safes rely on their concealed locations to avoid being found by pirates. However, when crew members move around inside, they easily make noise, attracting the attention of pirates. Furthermore, once the safe is discovered by pirates, there are no other ways to deceive them. Therefore, the concealment of current anti-piracy safes needs improvement, and their security is insufficient.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for an anti-piracy safe cabin and vessel to solve the above problems. Summary of the Invention

[0005] According to one aspect of the present invention, the object is to provide an anti-piracy safe cabin that can prevent internal sound from being transmitted to the outside, thereby improving concealment and security.

[0006] To achieve this objective, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: Anti-piracy safe compartments, located adjacent to the ship's water tanks, include: The safety cabin body is selectively connected to the water tank, and personnel in the safety cabin body can draw water from the water tank; An isolation space is provided on at least a portion of the outside of the main body of the safety cabin. The isolation space is provided on the bottom of the main body of the safety cabin and on the side of the main body of the safety cabin that is not adjacent to the water tank. A passage door is provided on the cabin wall of the main body of the safety cabin, and the main body of the safety cabin and the isolation space are selectively connected through the passage door. The isolation space is selectively connected to the water tank, and water in the water tank can enter the isolation space.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-piracy safe compartment provided by the present invention, the anti-piracy safe compartment further includes a first level gauge and a level gauge compartment. The level gauge compartment is disposed in the isolation space and is not connected to the isolation space. The level gauge compartment is selectively connected to the water tank through a first control valve. Water in the water tank can enter the level gauge compartment. The first level gauge is disposed on the outer wall of the level gauge compartment and is configured to detect the liquid level in the level gauge compartment.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-piracy safe cabin provided by the present invention, the anti-piracy safe cabin further includes a second control valve, which is disposed on the bulkhead adjacent to the water tank of the safe cabin body. The second control valve can be opened to allow personnel in the safe cabin body to take water from the water tank.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-piracy safe compartment provided by the present invention, the anti-piracy safe compartment further includes a third control valve, through which the water tank is selectively connected to the isolation space, and when the third control valve is opened, the water in the water tank can flow to the isolation space.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-piracy safe cabin provided by the present invention, a safety manhole is provided on the wall of the isolation space. The safety manhole is selectively connected to the external space. The anti-piracy safe cabin also includes a safety manhole cover, which is movably disposed at the safety manhole and can close or open the safety manhole.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-piracy safe compartment provided by the present invention, the safe manhole cover is provided with a sealing protrusion along the circumference, and an annular sealing groove is provided on the inner wall of the isolation space. A sealing ring is provided in the annular sealing groove. When the safe manhole cover closes the safe manhole, the sealing protrusion can be inserted into the annular sealing groove and press against the sealing ring.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-piracy safe compartment provided by the present invention, the anti-piracy safe compartment further includes a fourth control valve, which is disposed on the wall adjacent to the main body of the safe compartment and the water tank. The fourth control valve is disposed at a height higher than the maximum liquid level of the water tank. The fourth control valve can be opened to allow ventilation between the main body of the safe compartment and the water tank.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-piracy safe cabin provided by the present invention, the anti-piracy safe cabin further includes a staircase, which is disposed in an isolation space at the bottom of the main body of the safe cabin and extends into the main body of the safe cabin.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the anti-piracy safe cabin provided by the present invention, the anti-piracy safe cabin further includes a vent pipe, which connects the main body of the safe cabin and the external space of the ship.

[0015] According to another aspect of the invention, the object is to provide a vessel comprising a water tank and an anti-piracy safe compartment as described in any of the above embodiments, wherein the water tank is a freshwater tank and / or a ballast water tank, and the anti-piracy safe compartment is disposed adjacent to and selectively connected to the water tank.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this invention are: The anti-piracy safe cabin provided by this invention is arranged adjacent to the water tank of a ship, including a safe cabin body and an isolation space. The safe cabin body is selectively connected to the water tank, allowing personnel inside the safe cabin body to access water from the water tank. This selective connection between the safe cabin body and the water tank facilitates water access for personnel hiding inside the safe cabin body. The isolation space surrounds at least a portion of the outer side of the safe cabin body, and is provided on the bottom of the safe cabin body and on the sides of the safe cabin body not adjacent to the water tank. A passage door is provided on the bulkhead of the safe cabin body, through which the safe cabin body and the isolation space are selectively connected. The isolation space is selectively connected to the water tank, allowing water from the water tank to enter the isolation space. The passage door facilitates movement between the isolation space and the safe cabin body. The isolation space creates isolation at the bottom and perimeter of the safe cabin body, preventing sound from the inside of the safe cabin body from escaping, thus improving concealment and security. Furthermore, by introducing water from the water-containing tank into this isolated space, the anti-piracy security cabin can be disguised as a water-containing compartment, which can confuse pirates and further enhance its concealment and security. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments of the present invention will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the content of the embodiments of the present invention and these drawings without creative effort.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a top view of the anti-piracy safe cabin provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the AA direction; Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the BB direction; Figure 4 yes Figure 1A schematic diagram of the CC direction; Figure 5 This is a front view of the safety manhole cover provided in an embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the DD direction; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the back of the safety manhole cover provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] In the picture: 10. Water tank; 11. Second level gauge; 12. Water manhole cover; 100. Main body of the safety cabin; 110. Passage door; 200. Isolation space; 210. Annular sealing groove; 220. Sealing ring; 300. First level gauge; 400. Level gauge compartment; 510, First control valve; 520, Second control valve; 530, Third control valve; 540, Fourth control valve; 600. Safety manhole cover; 610. Sealing ring; 620. Hinge; 700, steps; 810, First bulkhead; 820, Second bulkhead; 830, Third bulkhead; 840, Fourth bulkhead. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, 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. The components of the embodiments of the present invention described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0022] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the invention.

[0023] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0024] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "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, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this invention is in use. 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," "second," and "third," etc., are used only to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0025] In the description of this invention, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "connect," and "fix" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0026] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0027] In this embodiment, the term "and / or" is merely a description of the relationship between associated objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B can represent: A existing alone, A and B existing simultaneously, or B existing alone. Additionally, in this invention, the character " / " generally indicates that the preceding and following associated objects have an "or" relationship.

[0028] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0029] Figure 1 A top view of the anti-piracy safe cabin provided in an embodiment of the present invention is shown; Figure 2Show Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the AA direction; Figure 3 Show Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the BB direction; Figure 4 Show Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the CC direction. (Refer to...) Figures 1-4 This embodiment provides an anti-piracy safe compartment and a vessel. The vessel includes a water tank 10 and the anti-piracy safe compartment provided in this embodiment. The water tank 10 is a freshwater tank and / or a ballast water tank, and the anti-piracy safe compartment is arranged adjacent to the water tank 10 and selectively connected to it. In this embodiment, the description is based on the water tank 10 being a freshwater tank.

[0030] Specifically, the anti-piracy safe cabin includes a main cabin body 100 and an isolation space 200. The main cabin body 100 is selectively connected to the water tank 10, allowing personnel inside the main cabin body 100 to access water from the water tank 10. This selective connection between the main cabin body 100 and the water tank 10 facilitates access to water for personnel hiding within the main cabin body 100. The isolation space 200 surrounds at least a portion of the outer side of the main cabin body 100, and is located at the bottom of the main cabin body 100 and on the sides of the main cabin body 100 not adjacent to the water tank 10. A passage door 110 is provided on the bulkhead of the main cabin body 100, through which the main cabin body 100 and the isolation space 200 are selectively connected. The isolation space 200 is selectively connected to the water tank 10, allowing water from the water tank 10 to enter the isolation space 200. By setting up the aforementioned passageway 110, personnel can easily move between the isolation space 200 and the main body of the safe cabin 100. The isolation space 200 creates a barrier at the bottom and sides of the main body of the safe cabin 100, preventing sound from inside the safe cabin 100 from escaping, thus improving concealment and security. Furthermore, by introducing water from the water tank 10 into the isolation space 200, the anti-piracy safe cabin is disguised as a water-containing compartment, which can confuse pirates and further enhance concealment and security.

[0031] More specifically, in this embodiment, the anti-piracy safe compartment has a first bulkhead 810, a second bulkhead 820, a third bulkhead 830, and a fourth bulkhead 840. The first bulkhead 810 serves as a partition between itself and the water-containing tank 10. The fourth bulkhead 840 is longitudinally positioned opposite the first bulkhead 810. The second bulkhead 820 can specifically be a side plate of the ship, and the third bulkhead 830 is transversely positioned opposite the second bulkhead 820. Personnel can enter the anti-piracy safe compartment through a safety manhole provided in the third bulkhead 830.

[0032] More specifically, isolation spaces 200 are provided at the bottom of the main body 100 of the safety cabin, between the main body 100 of the safety cabin and the third bulkhead 830, and between the main body 100 of the safety cabin and the fourth bulkhead 840, and the multiple isolation spaces 200 are interconnected.

[0033] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2 The anti-piracy safe compartment also includes a safety manhole cover 600, which is movably disposed at the safety manhole and can be closed or opened. The safety manhole is selectively connected to the external space through the safety manhole cover 600.

[0034] Figure 5 A front view of the safety manhole cover provided in an embodiment of the present invention is shown; Figure 6 Show Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the DD direction; Figure 7 This diagram shows a rear view of a safety manhole cover provided in an embodiment of the present invention. (Refer to...) Figures 5-6 In this embodiment, the safety manhole cover 600 is specifically connected to the third bulkhead 830 via a hinge 620.

[0035] Continue to refer to Figure 6 The safety manhole cover 600 is provided with a sealing protrusion 610 along its circumference, and an annular sealing groove 210 is provided on the inner wall of the isolation space 200, with a sealing ring 220 disposed in the annular sealing groove 210. When the safety manhole cover 600 is closed, the sealing protrusion 610 can be inserted into the annular sealing groove 210 and press against the sealing ring 220. Through the above arrangement, the sealing performance of the safety manhole cover 600 can be guaranteed when closed, preventing water leakage from the isolation space 200 between the safety cabin body 100 and the third wall 830.

[0036] Specifically, a water-containing manhole cover 12 is provided on the outside of the bulkhead of the water-containing tank 10. The shape of the water-containing manhole cover 12 is the same as that of the safety manhole cover 600, which can confuse pirates and make it easier to disguise the anti-piracy safe compartment. In this embodiment, the water-containing manhole cover 12 is specifically a recessed manhole cover in the prior art.

[0037] More specifically, in this embodiment, the safety manhole cover 600 can be a quick-closing manhole cover from the prior art, which can be quickly closed from the inside of the anti-piracy safe compartment. This quick-closing manhole cover is based on an existing embedded manhole cover with the addition of hinges, a linkage device, and a handle. Under normal conditions, the quick-closing manhole cover is in the open position and is connected to the third bulkhead 830 by the hinge 620. When it is necessary to close the quick-closing manhole cover, simply use the handle to activate the linkage device to lock the quick-closing manhole cover onto the third bulkhead 830.

[0038] Continue to refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 The anti-piracy safe cabin also includes a second control valve 520. The second control valve 520 is located on the bulkhead adjacent to the water tank 10 of the safe cabin body 100 (i.e., on the first bulkhead 810). The second control valve 520 can be opened to allow personnel in the safe cabin body 100 to draw water from the water tank 10, so as to meet the long-term survival needs of the personnel in the safe cabin body 100.

[0039] Continue to refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 The anti-piracy safe compartment also includes a third control valve 530. The water tank 10 is selectively connected to the isolation space 200 via the third control valve 530. When the third control valve 530 is open, water in the water tank 10 can flow into the isolation space 200. By filling the isolation space 200 with water, the isolation effect of the isolation space 200 can be further enhanced. Furthermore, since the isolation space 200 between the main body of the safe compartment 100 and the third bulkhead 830 contains water, water can be released when pirates open the safety manhole cover 600, confusing the pirates and further enhancing concealment and security.

[0040] Continue to refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 The anti-piracy safe compartment also includes a fourth control valve 540. This fourth control valve 540 is located on the wall adjacent to the main body 100 of the safe compartment and the water tank 10. The valve is positioned above the maximum liquid level in the water tank 10. This fourth control valve 540 can be opened to ventilate both the main body 100 of the safe compartment and the water tank 10. This increases the ventilation effect of the main body 100 of the safe compartment and reduces the air temperature in high-temperature environments.

[0041] Continue to refer to Figures 1-3 The anti-piracy safety compartment also includes a first level gauge 300 and a level gauge compartment 400. The level gauge compartment 400 is located within the isolation space 200 and is not interconnected with it. The level gauge compartment 400 is selectively connected to the water tank 10 via a first control valve 510. When the first control valve 510 is open, water from the water tank 10 can enter the level gauge compartment 400. The first level gauge 300 is located on the outer wall of the level gauge compartment 400 (i.e., outside the third bulkhead 830) and is configured to detect the liquid level in the level gauge compartment 400. The lowest water level in the level gauge compartment 400 is higher than the upper vertical end of the safety manhole.

[0042] Specifically, the volume of the level gauge compartment 400 is much smaller than the volume of the water tank 10. With the above configuration, only a small amount of water needs to be injected into the level gauge compartment 400 to achieve a higher water level.

[0043] It should be noted that a second level gauge 11 is installed on the outside of the water tank wall. The structure and shape of the second level gauge 11 are the same as those of the first level gauge 300, which can confuse pirates and make it easier to disguise the anti-piracy safe compartment.

[0044] Preferably, the anti-piracy safe cabin also includes a staircase 700, which is disposed in the isolation space 200 at the bottom of the main body 100 of the safe cabin and extends into the main body 100 of the safe cabin. The staircase 700 facilitates movement of personnel between the main body 100 of the safe cabin and the isolation space 200 at the bottom of the main body 100, thus facilitating maintenance and repair.

[0045] Preferably, the anti-piracy safe compartment also includes a ventilator that connects the main body 100 of the safe compartment to the external space of the vessel. This ventilator facilitates ventilation of the main body 100 of the safe compartment.

[0046] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and an explanation of the technical principles employed. Those skilled in the art should understand that the scope of disclosure in this invention is not limited to technical solutions formed by specific combinations of the above-described technical features, but should also cover other technical solutions formed by arbitrary combinations of the above-described technical features or their equivalents without departing from the above-disclosed concept. For example, technical solutions formed by substituting the above features with (but not limited to) technical features disclosed in this invention that have similar functions.

[0047] 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 will be able to make various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. 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. An anti-piracy safe cabin, characterized in that, Located adjacent to the ship's water tank (10), including: The safety cabin body (100) is selectively connected to the water tank (10), and personnel in the safety cabin body (100) can draw water from the water tank (10); An isolation space (200) is provided on at least a portion of the outside of the main body of the safety chamber (100). The bottom of the main body of the safety chamber (100) and the side of the main body of the safety chamber (100) that is not adjacent to the water tank (10) are both provided with the isolation space (200). A passage door (110) is provided on the wall of the main body of the safety chamber (100). The main body of the safety chamber (100) and the isolation space (200) are selectively connected through the passage door (110). The isolation space (200) is selectively connected to the water tank (10). Water in the water tank (10) can enter the isolation space (200).

2. The anti-piracy safe cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, The anti-piracy safe compartment also includes a first level gauge (300) and a level gauge compartment (400). The level gauge compartment (400) is located in the isolation space (200) and is not connected to the isolation space (200). The level gauge compartment (400) is selectively connected to the water tank (10) through a first control valve (510). Water in the water tank (10) can enter the level gauge compartment (400). The first level gauge (300) is located on the outer wall of the level gauge compartment (400) and is configured to detect the liquid level in the level gauge compartment (400).

3. The anti-piracy safe cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, The anti-piracy safe cabin also includes a second control valve (520), which is located on the cabin wall adjacent to the main body (100) of the safe cabin and the water tank (10). The second control valve (520) can be opened to allow personnel in the main body (100) of the safe cabin to take water from the water tank (10).

4. The anti-piracy safe cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, The anti-piracy safe compartment also includes a third control valve (530), through which the water tank (10) is selectively connected to the isolation space (200). When the third control valve (530) is opened, the water in the water tank (10) can flow to the isolation space (200).

5. The anti-piracy safe cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, The isolation space (200) is provided with a safety manhole on its bulkhead. The safety manhole is selectively connected to the external space. The anti-piracy safe cabin also includes a safety manhole cover (600), which is movably disposed at the safety manhole and can close or open the safety manhole.

6. The anti-piracy safe cabin according to claim 5, characterized in that, The safety manhole cover (600) is provided with a sealing protrusion (610) along the circumference. The inner wall of the isolation space (200) is provided with an annular sealing groove (210). A sealing ring (220) is provided in the annular sealing groove (210). When the safety manhole cover (600) closes the safety manhole, the sealing protrusion (610) can be inserted into the annular sealing groove (210) and press against the sealing ring (220).

7. The anti-piracy safe cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, The anti-piracy safe compartment also includes a fourth control valve (540), which is located on the wall adjacent to the main body (100) of the safe compartment and the water tank (10). The fourth control valve (540) is located at a height higher than the maximum liquid level of the water tank (10). The fourth control valve (540) can be opened to allow ventilation between the main body (100) of the safe compartment and the water tank (10).

8. The anti-piracy safe cabin according to claim 1, characterized in that, The anti-piracy safe cabin also includes a staircase (700) which is located in an isolation space (200) at the bottom of the main body (100) of the safe cabin and extends into the main body (100).

9. The anti-piracy safe cabin according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The anti-piracy safe compartment also includes a vent pipe that connects the main body of the safe compartment (100) to the external space of the ship.

10. A ship, characterized in that, It includes a water tank (10) and an anti-piracy safe compartment as described in any one of claims 1-9, wherein the water tank (10) is a freshwater tank and / or a ballast water tank, and the anti-piracy safe compartment is disposed adjacent to the water tank (10) and selectively connected.

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