Visual intelligent terminal based on RFID identification

Abstract

The application discloses a visual intelligent terminal based on RFID identification and relates to the technical field of electrical connectors. An insulating shell is provided with an inner cavity and a wire hole communicating with the inner cavity. An RFID tag is arranged in the inner cavity. A display lamp is connected with the RFID tag. A wire pressing frame assembly comprises two wire pressing frames. Each wire pressing frame is provided with a first through hole penetrating through the wire pressing frame along a first direction. Each wire pressing frame is provided with a second through hole extending along a second direction. The second through hole of each wire pressing frame communicates with the first through hole. Two ends of a conductive functional assembly respectively extend into two first through holes of the wire pressing frame assembly. A gap for accommodating a cable can be formed between the conductive functional assembly and the inner wall of each first through hole away from the corresponding second through hole. Each fastener can fasten the wire pressing frame on the insulating shell. Each fastener can extend into the second through hole and press the conductive functional assembly and the cable against the inner wall of the first through hole. The application improves work efficiency and accuracy, is not easy to damage or lose, and can protect the environment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of electrical connector technology, and in particular to a visual smart terminal based on RFID identification. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous expansion of power system scale and the ongoing improvement of its intelligence level, the stable and reliable operation of equipment in substations, as key locations for voltage and current transformation, receiving and distributing electrical energy, is particularly important. Terminal blocks, as an important component of electrical connection technology, bear the crucial functions of fixing cables, achieving stable electrical connections between multiple electrical devices, and transmitting current.

[0003] Currently, the wiring of terminals mainly relies on workers to refer to drawings based on their experience, and at the same time, make corresponding markings on the terminals and wires. This traditional method has the following shortcomings: (1) Low efficiency, relying on manual visual inspection to find terminals is time-consuming and laborious; low accuracy, greatly affected by human factors, especially in complex electrical control cabinets, it is difficult to quickly and accurately find the target terminals; (2) Reliance on paper documents, which are easily damaged, lost and confused, resulting in paper waste.

[0004] RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) is a non-contact automatic identification technology that uses radio waves to achieve data communication between a reader and an electronic tag. This technology boasts advantages such as non-contact identification, long-distance reading capability, simultaneous identification of multiple targets, and large information storage capacity, enabling accurate identification of target objects. It has been widely applied in fields such as animal identification, vehicle anti-theft, access control, production line automation, and material tracking. However, in the prior art known to the inventor, there is no record of applying RFID identification technology to terminal blocks.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a visual smart terminal based on RFID identification to solve the problems of low efficiency and error in traditional manual terminal locating, as well as the easy damage and loss of paper documents, and to promote the paperless and intelligent process of terminal wiring operations and maintenance. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a visual smart terminal based on RFID identification to solve the problems existing in the prior art. It has a simple structure, is easy to assemble, and can quickly and efficiently locate the target terminal, thus improving work efficiency. Compared with manual terminal locating, it can greatly improve the accuracy rate. It can realize paperless operation, is not easily damaged or lost, saves paper, and protects the environment.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following solution: This invention provides a visual smart terminal based on RFID identification, comprising: An insulating housing having an inner cavity and a wire hole communicating with the inner cavity; An RFID tag is disposed within the cavity; An indicator light, which is connected to the RFID tag; A wire clamping frame assembly, the wire clamping frame assembly including two wire clamping frames, each wire clamping frame having a first through hole extending through the wire clamping frame in a first direction, each wire clamping frame having a second through hole extending in a second direction, the second through hole of each wire clamping frame communicating with the first through hole; A conductive functional component, the two ends of which extend into the two first through holes of the wire clamping frame assembly; the wire hole corresponds one-to-one with the first through hole, and a gap can be formed between the conductive functional component and the inner wall of each first through hole away from the corresponding second through hole to accommodate the cable; Fasteners, each corresponding to a second through hole, each fastener can fix the corresponding wire clamping frame to the insulating housing, each fastener can extend into the corresponding second through hole and press the corresponding conductive functional component and the corresponding cable against the inner wall of the corresponding first through hole away from the second through hole.

[0008] In one embodiment, the RFID tag is a passive RFID tag.

[0009] In one embodiment, each of the second through holes is a threaded hole, and each of the fasteners is threadedly connected to the corresponding second through hole to fix the corresponding pressure frame to the insulating housing.

[0010] In one embodiment, the cable inlet of each of the first through holes is disposed opposite to the corresponding wire hole.

[0011] In one embodiment, the inner cavity of the insulating housing includes two independent first inner cavities and a second inner cavity, the RFID tag and the indicator light are disposed in the first inner cavity, and the wire clamping frame assembly and the conductive functional assembly are disposed in the second inner cavity.

[0012] In one embodiment, an opening is provided on the outer wall of the insulating housing, and the indicator light is disposed at the opening.

[0013] In one embodiment, a guide rail is also included, which is fixedly connected to the insulating housing.

[0014] In one embodiment, the indicator light is an LED indicator light.

[0015] In one embodiment, the guide rail is a U-shaped, G-shaped, or irregularly shaped guide rail.

[0016] In one embodiment, the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0017] The present invention achieves the following technical effects compared to the prior art: This invention provides a visual smart terminal based on RFID identification, comprising: An insulating housing, the insulating housing having an inner cavity and a wire hole communicating with the inner cavity; RFID tags are installed inside the cavity; Indicator light, which is connected to an RFID tag; A wire clamping frame assembly includes two wire clamping frames. Each wire clamping frame has a first through hole extending through the wire clamping frame in a first direction and a second through hole extending in a second direction. The second through hole of each wire clamping frame is connected to the first through hole. The conductive functional component has two ends that extend into the two first through holes of the wire clamping frame component; the wire hole corresponds one-to-one with the first through hole, and a gap can be formed between the conductive functional component and the inner wall of each first through hole away from the corresponding second through hole to accommodate the cable. Fasteners, each fastener corresponds to a second through hole, each fastener can fix the corresponding wire clamping frame to the insulating housing, each fastener can extend into the corresponding second through hole and press the corresponding conductive functional component and the corresponding cable against the inner wall of the corresponding first through hole away from the second through hole.

[0018] RFID tags are programmed with specific feature information corresponding to the visual smart terminal by a reader of the corresponding frequency. When the reader scans the visual smart terminal, the indicator light automatically flashes to indicate rapid identification, and the specific feature information pre-stored in the visual smart terminal is displayed on the reader's screen. This invention facilitates quick and efficient location of target terminals, improving work efficiency; compared to manual terminal locating, it significantly improves accuracy; it enables paperless operation, is less prone to damage or loss, saves paper, and protects the environment. The wire clamp frame and insulating housing, as well as the conductive functional components and cables, can be fixed and positioned using only fasteners, resulting in a simple structure that is easy to assemble. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0020] Figure 1 An exploded view of the RFID-based visual smart terminal provided by this invention; Figure 2 An exploded view of a portion of the structure of the RFID-based visualized smart terminal provided by this invention; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the RFID-based visual smart terminal provided by the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the second cavity in this invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the front of the base in this invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the pressure wire frame and the conductive functional component in this invention; In the diagram: 100. Visualized smart terminal based on RFID identification; 1. Insulating housing; 101. Wire hole; 102. Base; 103. Cover plate; 104. Wire clamping frame groove; 105. Conductive functional component groove; 2. RFID tag; 3. Indicator light; 4. Wire clamping frame; 401. First through hole; 402. Second through hole; 5. Conductive functional component; 6. Fastener; 7. Guide rail; 8. Pin; 9. Round hole; 10. Cable. Detailed Implementation

[0021] 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.

[0022] It should be noted that in the description of this invention, the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "inner," "outer," "front," "rear," "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "clockwise," and "counterclockwise," etc., indicating directional or positional relationships, are based on the directional or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. These are merely for ease of description and do not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation; therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," "third," and "fourth" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0023] Furthermore, it should be noted that, in the description of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "connected," and "linked" 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; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0024] The purpose of this invention is to provide a visual smart terminal based on RFID identification to solve the problems existing in the prior art. It has a simple structure, is easy to assemble, and facilitates the quick and efficient location of target terminals, thereby improving work efficiency. Compared with manual terminal location, it can greatly improve the accuracy rate. It can realize paperless operation, is not easily damaged or lost, saves paper, and protects the environment.

[0025] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0026] like Figures 1-6 As shown, the present invention provides a visual smart terminal 100 based on RFID identification, comprising: Insulating housing 1, the insulating housing 1 is provided with an inner cavity and a wire hole 101 communicating with the inner cavity; RFID tag 2, RFID tag 2 is installed inside the cavity; Indicator light 3 is connected to RFID tag 2; At least one wire frame assembly, each wire frame assembly includes two wire frames 4, each wire frame 4 is provided with a first through hole 401 extending through the wire frame 4 in a first direction, each wire frame 4 is provided with a second through hole 402 extending in a second direction, and the second through hole 402 of each wire frame 4 is connected to the first through hole 401. At least one conductive functional component 5, with both ends of each conductive functional component 5 extending into two first through holes 401 of a wire frame assembly; the wire hole 101 corresponds one-to-one with the first through hole 401, and a gap can be formed between each conductive functional component 5 and the inner wall of the corresponding first through hole 401 away from the corresponding second through hole 402 to accommodate the cable 10. Fastener 6, each fastener 6 corresponds to a second through hole 402. Each fastener 6 can fix the corresponding wire clamping frame 4 to the insulating housing 1. Each fastener 6 can extend into the corresponding second through hole 402 and press the corresponding conductive functional component 5 and the corresponding cable 10 against the inner wall of the corresponding first through hole 401 away from the second through hole 402.

[0027] The RFID tag 2 is programmed with specific feature information corresponding to the visual smart terminal by a reader / writer of the corresponding frequency. When the reader / writer scans the visual smart terminal, the indicator light 3 automatically flashes to indicate rapid identification, and the specific feature information pre-stored in the visual smart terminal is displayed on the reader / writer page, allowing for circuit connection verification or locating related devices. This invention facilitates quick and efficient location of target terminals, improving work efficiency; compared to manual terminal location, it significantly improves accuracy; it enables paperless operation, is less prone to damage or loss, saves paper, and protects the environment. The wire clamping frame 4 and the insulating housing 1, as well as the conductive functional components 5 and the cable 10, are fixed and positioned to the wire clamping frame 4 using only fasteners 6, resulting in a simple structure and easy assembly.

[0028] In some implementations, RFID tag 2 is a passive RFID tag; in one exemplary implementation, RFID tag 2 is a passive RFID LED tag.

[0029] In some embodiments, each second through hole 402 is a threaded hole, and each fastener 6 is threadedly connected to the corresponding second through hole 402 to fix the corresponding wire frame 4 to the insulating housing 1.

[0030] In some embodiments, the cable 10 inlet of each first through hole 401 is arranged opposite to the corresponding wire hole 101 so that the cable 10 can be inserted through the wire hole 101 into the gap between the bottom wall of the first through hole 401 and the conductive functional component 5.

[0031] In some embodiments, the inner cavity of the insulating housing 1 includes two independent first inner cavities and a second inner cavity. The RFID tag 2 and the indicator light 3 are disposed in the first inner cavity, and the wire clamping frame assembly and the conductive functional component 5 are disposed in the second inner cavity. The first inner cavity and the second inner cavity are not interconnected.

[0032] In some embodiments, an opening is provided on the outer wall of the insulating housing 1, and an indicator light 3 is provided at the opening so that the LED light can be visually seen when it is lit, so as to facilitate quick location of the terminal.

[0033] In some embodiments, a guide rail 7 is also included, which is fixedly connected to the insulating housing 1, so that the mounting method of the insulating housing 1 is suitable for the guide rail 7 to snap into. It should be noted that the terminals are not limited to being connected to external components via the guide rail 7, and can also be directly fixed to external components such as panels using connectors.

[0034] In some implementations, the indicator light 3 is an LED indicator light 3.

[0035] In some embodiments, the guide rail 7 is a U-shaped, G-shaped, or irregularly shaped guide rail 7. It should be noted that the guide rail 7 of the present invention is not limited to U-shaped, G-shaped, or irregularly shaped guide rail 7, and can be adjusted according to installation requirements, as long as it can match the installation position of the external component.

[0036] In some implementations, the first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

[0037] In some embodiments, the insulating housing 1 includes a base 102 and a cover plate 103. The adhesive backing of the RFID passive LED tag is attached to the back of the base 102. The tag cover plate 103 is fixedly connected to the base 102, and the tag cover plate 103 and the back of the base 102 form a back cavity, which is the first inner cavity.

[0038] In some embodiments, the label cover 103 and the base 102 are fixedly connected by pins 8: all the pins 8 on the label cover 103 are engaged into the corresponding round holes 9 on the base 102 until they are tightened, thereby achieving a fixed connection between the label cover 103 and the base 102. It should be noted that the engagement between the label cover 103 and the base 102 is not limited to the engagement of the pins 8 and the round holes 9, but can also be achieved through other methods such as slots.

[0039] In some embodiments, a second inner cavity, namely the front cavity, is provided on the side of the base 102 away from the label cover plate 103. The front cavity is used to install components such as the pressure frame 4, fasteners 6, and conductive functional components 5.

[0040] In some embodiments, a wire clamping frame groove 104 and a conductive functional component groove 105 are provided in the front cavity. The cable 10 is fixed by: inserting both ends of the conductive functional component 5 into the first through holes 401 of the two wire clamping frames 4 respectively; and installing the conductive functional component 5 and the wire clamping frame assembly into the wire clamping frame groove 104 and the conductive functional component groove 105 in the front cavity. A screw is inserted from the screw hole at the upper end of the base 102 and screwed into the second through hole 402 in the front cavity. An external wire is inserted into the first through hole 401 from the wire holes 101 on both sides of the terminal. By tightening the screw, the wire and the conductive functional component 5 are locked in the first through hole 401, thereby achieving electrical conduction and transmitting current and signals.

[0041] In some embodiments, the RFID tag 2 has a circuit on its upper end, preferably a passive LED circuit, located within a first cavity formed by the back of the tag cover 103 and the base 102. The LED indicator 3 is located in a visually visible opening at the top of the base 102. When the reader scans this visual smart terminal, the LED indicator 3 automatically flashes for rapid identification.

[0042] In some implementations, the conductive functional component 5 can be a standalone conductive element or a combination of a conductive element and a slider.

[0043] In some implementations, the conductive functional component 5 includes, but is not limited to, a test component, a knife switch component, a fuse component, a plug-in component, etc.

[0044] Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this invention. The descriptions of the above embodiments are only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of this invention. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will recognize that, based on the ideas of this invention, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this invention.

Claims

1. A visual smart terminal based on RFID identification, characterized in that, include: An insulating housing having an inner cavity and a wire hole communicating with the inner cavity; An RFID tag is disposed within the inner cavity; An indicator light, which is connected to the RFID tag; A wire clamping frame assembly, the wire clamping frame assembly including two wire clamping frames, each wire clamping frame having a first through hole extending through the wire clamping frame in a first direction, each wire clamping frame having a second through hole extending in a second direction, the second through hole of each wire clamping frame communicating with the first through hole; A conductive functional component, the two ends of which extend into the two first through holes of the wire clamping frame assembly; the wire hole corresponds one-to-one with the first through hole, and a gap can be formed between the conductive functional component and the inner wall of each first through hole away from the corresponding second through hole to accommodate the cable; Fasteners, each corresponding to a second through hole, each fastener can fix the corresponding wire clamping frame to the insulating housing, each fastener can extend into the corresponding second through hole and press the corresponding conductive functional component and the corresponding cable against the inner wall of the corresponding first through hole away from the second through hole.

2. The RFID-based visual smart terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The RFID tag is a passive RFID tag.

3. The RFID-based visual smart terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each of the second through holes is a threaded hole, and each of the fasteners is threadedly connected to the corresponding second through hole to fix the corresponding pressure frame to the insulating housing.

4. The RFID-based visual smart terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cable inlet of each of the first through holes is positioned opposite to the corresponding wire hole.

5. The RFID-based visual smart terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The inner cavity of the insulating housing includes two independent first inner cavities and a second inner cavity. The RFID tag and the indicator light are disposed in the first inner cavity, and the wire frame assembly and the conductive functional assembly are disposed in the second inner cavity.

6. The RFID-based visual smart terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, An opening is provided on the outer wall of the insulating housing, and the indicator light is located at the opening.

7. The RFID-based visual smart terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a guide rail, which is fixedly connected to the insulating housing.

8. The RFID-based visual smart terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The indicator light is an LED indicator light.

9. The RFID-based visual smart terminal according to claim 7, characterized in that, The guide rail is U-shaped, G-shaped, or irregularly shaped.

10. The RFID-based visual smart terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first direction and the second direction are perpendicular to each other.

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