Infrared visual identification automatic alignment communication antenna

Abstract

The utility model discloses an infrared visual identification automatic alignment communication antenna which comprises an antenna stand column, a host, an infrared identification lamp, a camera unit, one or more antenna units, a Y-axis support, a Y-axis motor, an X-axis support and an X-axis motor, the Y-axis motor is fixed on a column head of the antenna stand column, and a rotor shaft of the Y-axis motor is fixedly connected with the Y-axis support; the X-axis support is arranged on the Y-axis support in the vertical direction in the horizontal direction, and the center position of the X-axis support is fixed to the top position of the Y-axis support. The X-axis motor is embedded in the X-axis support, and a rotor shaft of the X-axis motor is fixedly connected with the Y-axis support. The antenna unit is arranged at the end part of the X-axis bracket; the host comprises a switch module, a signal processing module, a motor driving module and a power supply module, the antenna unit is electrically connected to the switch module, the switch module, the infrared identification lamp, the camera unit and the motor driving module are electrically connected to the signal processing module, and the Y-axis motor and the X-axis motor are electrically connected to the motor driving module.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of long-distance wireless communication, in particular to an infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna. Background Art

[0002] There are "mobile communication" devices on the market that transmit communication signals uplink to satellites and downlink to ground satellite receiving devices by transponders. They can be used to automatically adjust the direction of communication antennas in real time and perform alignment. Mobile communication is the abbreviation of "satellite ground station communication system in motion". Through the mobile communication system, mobile carriers such as vehicles, ships, and aircraft can track satellites and other platforms in real time during movement, and continuously transmit multimedia information such as voice, data, and images, which can meet the needs of various military and civilian emergency communications and multimedia communications under mobile conditions.

[0003] For example, the utility model patent (authorization announcement number CN 213520303 U, application date November 11, 2020) records a marine microwave communication device, disclosing the following structure: the device includes a bottom shell, a positioning assembly, a high-gain microwave directional antenna assembly, and a rotating assembly that can drive the high-gain microwave directional antenna assembly to move, the positioning assembly and the high-gain microwave directional antenna assembly are arranged on the rotating assembly, and the rotating assembly is movably arranged on the bottom shell. The high-gain microwave directional antenna assembly includes a high-gain microwave directional antenna and a microwave module, the high-gain microwave directional antenna is fixedly arranged on the rotating assembly, and the microwave module is fixedly arranged on the high-gain microwave directional antenna. The positioning assembly includes a GPS6 or Beidou antenna.

[0004] Existing long-distance wireless communication equipment has the following defects:

[0005] 1) Communication equipment often relies on satellites, that is, alignment is achieved by setting known or real-time coordinate information of the other end such as longitude, latitude, and altitude. However, when the communication link fails due to natural environment or signal interference, both ends cannot obtain the accurate coordinates of the other end, which will further aggravate the failure of the communication link;

[0006] 2) Scanning the peer signal and link reconstruction by rotating the antenna takes a long time and is inefficient;

[0007] 3) When out of signal range, affected by rain, snow, fog or electromagnetic interference, the existing antenna communication function will fail and the connection between the two ends will be completely lost.

[0008] Therefore, there is an urgent need in the art for a long-distance wireless communication device that is not easily affected by the environment and electromagnetic interference and has accurate and stable communication. Summary of the invention

[0009] In order to overcome the defects of the prior art, the technical problem to be solved by the utility model is: how to make the long-distance wireless communication equipment less susceptible to environmental influences and electromagnetic interference, and to ensure accurate and stable communication.

[0010] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides an infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna, comprising: an antenna column, a host, an infrared identification lamp, a camera unit, one or more antenna units, a Y-axis bracket, a Y-axis motor, an X-axis bracket, and an X-axis motor, wherein:

[0011] The Y-axis motor is fixed on the column head of the antenna column, and its rotor shaft is fixedly connected to the Y-axis bracket; the X-axis bracket is in a horizontal direction and is arranged on the Y-axis bracket in a vertical direction, and the center position of the X-axis bracket is fixed to the top position of the Y-axis bracket; the X-axis motor is embedded in the X-axis bracket, and its rotor shaft is fixedly connected to the Y-axis bracket;

[0012] The camera unit is arranged at the center of the X-axis bracket, and the antenna unit is arranged at the end of the X-axis bracket;

[0013] The host includes: a switch module, a signal processing module, a motor drive module and a power supply module, wherein the switch module is used for data exchange and is electrically connected to the signal processing module, and the antenna unit is electrically connected to the switch module for signal communication; the signal processing module is used for receiving, processing and sending signals, and the infrared identification light and the camera unit are respectively electrically connected to the signal processing module for signal communication; the motor drive module is electrically connected to the signal processing module, and the Y-axis motor and the X-axis motor are respectively electrically connected to the motor drive module for signal communication; the power supply module is used to provide power for the infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna.

[0014] On the basis of the above technical solution, the present invention can also be improved as follows.

[0015] Preferably, the antenna unit is also electrically connected to an antenna Y-axis motor for fine-tuning the angle; the antenna Y-axis motor is electrically connected to the motor drive module and performs signal communication.

[0016] Preferably, the camera unit has a zoom function.

[0017] Preferably, the infrared identification lamp is arranged on the Y-axis bracket via an identification lamp bracket.

[0018] Optionally, the host is arranged on the column body of the antenna column.

[0019] Optionally, the host is disposed in a box.

[0020] Optionally, multiple communication antennas share a host, which is located in a control room.

[0021] Compared with the prior art, the utility model can produce the following beneficial technical effects:

[0022] 1. Perform video recognition and positioning through the camera unit. After recognizing and confirming the target at the other end, the position of the target at the other end in the picture is automatically calculated in real time, so that the target at the other end always remains in the position in the picture;

[0023] 2. The infrared rays of infrared identification lamps are resistant to electromagnetic signal interference and have strong permeability to rain, snow and fog, thus effectively avoiding interference from electromagnetic signals, rain, snow and fog, and achieving stable identification and positioning;

[0024] 3. The combination of infrared identification lights and video recognition can cover application scenarios during the day, at night, in rain, snow and fog (all-weather), and can realize emergency communications; when the network link cannot be established due to exceeding the antenna signal coverage, bad weather, or electromagnetic interference, light language (Morse code or customized) is used to transmit information. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0025] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the utility model. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the mechanical structure of the infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna of the utility model Figure 1 ;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the mechanical structure of the infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna of the utility model Figure 2 ;

[0028] Figure 3 The utility model is a schematic block diagram of the electrical structure of the infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna.

[0029] In the accompanying drawings, the component names represented by the reference numerals are listed as follows:

[0030] 10: Antenna column;

[0031] 100: host, 101: switch module, 102: signal processing module, 103: motor drive module, 104: power supply module;

[0032] 200: infrared identification lamp, 201: identification lamp bracket, 300: camera unit;

[0033] 401: first antenna unit, 4010: first antenna Y-axis motor, 402: second antenna unit, 4020: second antenna Y-axis motor;

[0034] 500: Y-axis bracket, 501: Y-axis motor, 600: X-axis bracket, 601: X-axis motor. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0035] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the embodiment of the utility model clearer, the technical solution in the embodiment of the utility model will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiment of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiment is a part of the embodiment of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiment of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0036] First, please combine Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the mechanical structure of the utility model is understood; wherein, Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the mechanical structure of the infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna of the utility model Figure 1 , Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the mechanical structure of the infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna of the utility model Figure 2 .

[0037] The infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna comprises: an antenna column 10, a host 100, an infrared identification lamp 200, a camera unit 300, a first antenna unit 401, a second antenna unit 402, a Y-axis bracket 500, a Y-axis motor 501, an X-axis bracket 600, and an X-axis motor 601, wherein:

[0038] The host 100 can be installed on the column of the antenna column 10, but it is not limited to this; for example, the host can be installed in a box according to the needs of the on-site layout; or, if multiple communication antennas are installed on a large ship, they can also share a host and install the host in a control room, and so on.

[0039] The infrared identification lamp 200 , the camera unit 300 , the first antenna unit 401 , the second antenna unit 402 , the Y-axis bracket 500 , the Y-axis motor 501 , the X-axis bracket 600 and the X-axis motor 601 are all arranged on the column head of the antenna column 10 .

[0040] Preferably, the camera unit 300 is arranged at the center of the X-axis bracket 600; the camera unit 300 has a zoom function, and a small zoom can obtain the maximum visual range, which is conducive to finding the target at the opposite end; a large zoom can magnify the display of the target at the opposite end, improve the visual clarity of the target at the opposite end, and thus increase the accuracy of visual recognition. In the present utility model, the camera unit obtains the image of the infrared identification lamp, and adjusts the direction of the communication antenna according to the position of the lamp in the image, so that the infrared identification lamp is located in the center of the image, thereby ensuring that the antenna units at this end and the opposite end are facing each other.

[0041] Preferably, the X-axis bracket 600 is horizontally oriented and is disposed on the Y-axis bracket 500 which is vertically oriented, and the center position of the X-axis bracket 600 is fixed at the top position of the Y-axis bracket 500 .

[0042] For further preference, see Figure 2 As shown, the infrared identification lamp 200 is disposed on the Y-axis bracket 500 via a identification lamp bracket 201 .

[0043] Preferably, the Y-axis motor 501 is fixed on the column head of the antenna column 10, and its rotor shaft is fixedly connected to the Y-axis bracket 500; thus, the Y-axis bracket is driven to rotate along the Y-axis (vertical direction) by the rotation of the rotor shaft, thereby adjusting the direction of the X-axis bracket.

[0044] Preferably, the first antenna unit 401 and the second antenna unit 402 are symmetrically arranged at both ends of the X-axis bracket 600; the X-axis motor 601 is embedded in the X-axis bracket 600, and its rotor shaft is fixedly connected to the Y-axis bracket 500, and the X-axis bracket 600 is driven to rotate along the X-axis (horizontal direction) through the rotation of the rotor shaft to achieve pitch angle adjustment. At this point, the first antenna unit 401 and the second antenna unit 402 can adjust their directions as needed based on the rotation of the X-axis motor and the Y-axis motor.

[0045] Preferably, the number of antenna units is three or more, and the X-axis bracket 600 is provided with multiple ends, and the antenna units are respectively placed at the ends of the X-axis bracket 600; further preferably, in order to balance the weight of the communication antenna, the ends of the X-axis bracket should be evenly arranged, and accordingly, the multiple antenna units are evenly placed at the ends of the X-axis bracket.

[0046] For further preference, see Figure 2As shown, the first antenna unit 401 and the second antenna unit 402 are also electrically connected to the first antenna Y-axis motor 4010 and the second antenna Y-axis motor 4020, respectively, for fine-tuning the angle and rotating a small angle along the Y-axis (vertical direction). Therefore, if the first antenna unit 401 and the second antenna unit 402 are adjusted in opposite directions, the signal angle range of the two antenna units in the X-axis direction can be increased; if the angle is adjusted in opposite directions, the signal overlap between the two antenna units can be increased; if the angle is adjusted in the same direction, it can be used as a small angle adjustment when aligning with the opposite end.

[0047] In the utility model, the two antenna units support switching between independent mode and parallel mode. In the independent mode, the two antenna units independently implement their functions, can cover a large angle range of the opposite end signal, and can also establish connections with different opposite ends respectively; in the parallel mode, signal gain can be achieved.

[0048] Next, please combine Figures 1 to 3 As shown, Figure 3 This is a schematic block diagram of the electrical structure of the infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna of the utility model; the host 100 is provided with: a switch module 101, a signal processing module 102, a motor drive module 103, and a power supply module 104; wherein,

[0049] The switch module 101 is used for data exchange and is electrically connected to the signal processing module 102; and the first antenna unit 401 and the second antenna unit 402 are respectively electrically connected to the switch module 101 and perform signal communication; that is, the first antenna unit and the second antenna unit at this end establish a wireless network connection with the first antenna unit and the second antenna unit at the other end to receive and send information, and then each antenna unit further transmits the information to the user end through the switch, and the user end can be, for example, one or a combination of several intelligent terminals such as computers, tablets, and mobile phones;

[0050] The signal processing module 102 is used to receive, process and send signals, and the infrared identification light 200 and the camera unit 300 are respectively electrically connected to the signal processing module 102 and perform signal communication;

[0051] The motor driving module 103 is electrically connected to the signal processing module 102, and on the one hand, sends the antenna status to the signal processing module 102, and on the other hand, controls the Y-axis and / or X-axis motor according to the signal sent by the signal processing module 102; the Y-axis motor 501 and the X-axis motor 601 are respectively electrically connected to the motor driving module 103 and perform signal communication; preferably, the first antenna Y-axis motor 4010 and the second antenna Y-axis motor 4020 are also respectively electrically connected to the motor driving module 103 and perform signal communication;

[0052] The power module 104 is used to provide power for the infrared vision recognition automatic alignment communication antenna of the present invention. To make the drawings clear and concise, only the power supply circuit of the power module 104 is simplified.

[0053] Therefore, in the present invention, the signal processing module performs image recognition of the target object on the opposite end of the picture taken by the camera unit in real time, identifies and calculates the coordinate deviation of the target object on the opposite end and the center position of the picture, further calculates the adjustment angle of the camera unit on the X and Y axes, and outputs the rotation angle instructions corresponding to the X and Y axes to the motor drive module, thereby driving the Y-axis and / or X-axis motor to operate, and finally achieving that the target object on the opposite end is always kept in the center position of the picture, that is, the antenna is always aimed at the target object on the opposite end; the signal processing module is also used to perform image recognition of the infrared identification light of the opposite end on the picture taken by the camera unit in real time to realize information reception; in addition, the signal processing module is also used to convert the information to be transmitted by the user into corresponding light language, and control the infrared identification light to execute the light language (Morse code or customized) to realize information sending.

[0054] The infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna of the utility model is based on infrared identification lights and video recognition, and does not rely on existing public networks or self-built local area networks; the main application scenarios are to establish communication links between ships, vehicles, aircraft, and signal towers in motion, and to establish point-to-point or point-to-multipoint long-distance wireless networks (local area networks) in motion. That is, the utility model not only supports the "dynamic-dynamic" network links of ships, vehicles, and aircraft in motion, but also supports the "dynamic-static" network links between ships, vehicles, aircraft and signal towers.

[0055] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of the utility model, rather than to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, ordinary technicians in this field should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions recorded in the aforementioned embodiments, or replace some or all of the technical features therein with equivalents. However, these modifications or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solution deviate from the scope of the technical solution of the embodiments of the utility model.

Claims

1. An infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna, It is characterized in that include: Antenna column, host, infrared identification lamp, camera unit, one or more antenna units, Y-axis bracket, Y-axis motor, X-axis bracket, and X-axis motor, wherein, The Y-axis motor is fixed on the column head of the antenna column, and its rotor shaft is fixedly connected to the Y-axis bracket; the X-axis bracket is in a horizontal direction and is arranged on the Y-axis bracket in a vertical direction, and the center position of the X-axis bracket is fixed to the top position of the Y-axis bracket; the X-axis motor is embedded in the X-axis bracket, and its rotor shaft is fixedly connected to the Y-axis bracket; The camera unit is arranged at the center of the X-axis bracket, and the antenna unit is arranged at the end of the X-axis bracket; The host includes: a switch module, a signal processing module, a motor drive module and a power supply module, wherein the switch module is used for data exchange and is electrically connected to the signal processing module, and the antenna unit is electrically connected to the switch module for signal communication; the signal processing module is used for receiving, processing and sending signals, and the infrared identification light and the camera unit are respectively electrically connected to the signal processing module for signal communication; the motor drive module is electrically connected to the signal processing module, and the Y-axis motor and the X-axis motor are respectively electrically connected to the motor drive module for signal communication; the power supply module is used to provide power for the infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna.

2. The infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The antenna unit is also electrically connected to an antenna Y-axis motor for fine-tuning the angle; the antenna Y-axis motor is electrically connected to the motor drive module and performs signal communication.

3. The infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna according to claim 1, It is characterized in that The camera unit has a zoom function.

4. The infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna according to any one of claims 1 to 3, It is characterized in that The infrared identification lamp is arranged on the Y-axis bracket through the identification lamp bracket.

5. The infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna according to any one of claims 1 to 3, It is characterized in that The host is arranged on the column body of the antenna column.

6. The infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna according to any one of claims 1 to 3, It is characterized in that The host is arranged in a box.

7. The infrared visual recognition automatic alignment communication antenna according to any one of claims 1 to 3, It is characterized in that A plurality of communication antennas share a host computer, and the host computer is arranged in a control room.

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