Internet of Things remote water meter based on NB-IoT

Abstract

The utility model discloses an NB-IoT (Narrow Band Internet of Things)-based remote water meter of Internet of Things, which comprises a main body assembly, a water meter body, a water meter body and a water meter body, a controller and an NB-IOT communication module are installed in the controller shell, and a sealing cover is hinged to the side edge of the controller shell; the prompting assembly comprises a through hole, a push plate, a push rod, a sealing ring, a spring, a groove and a T-shaped block; the through hole is formed in the middle of the sealing cover, the push rod is inserted into the through hole, the push plate is connected to one end of the push rod in an injection molding mode, the sealing ring is fixed to the middle section of the push rod, the groove is formed in the other end, away from the push plate, of the push rod, the T-shaped block is screwed into the groove, the push rod is sleeved with the spring, and the two ends of the spring are connected to the sealing cover and the T-shaped block respectively. The problems that due to the fact that rechargeable batteries are different in quality, part of the batteries are aged and bulged after being used for a period of time, if the rechargeable batteries cannot be replaced in time, risks such as short circuit, liquid leakage and fire and explosion can be caused, and other parts of a water meter can be damaged are solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of water meters, and in particular to an Internet of Things remote transmission water meter based on NB-IoT. Background Art

[0002] A water meter is an instrument used to measure water flow. It can record the total amount of water passing through a pipe. The NB-IoT-based IoT remote water meter is a smart water meter that uses narrowband IoT communication technology to remotely monitor and manage water resource usage. This water meter uses built-in sensors and electronic devices to collect data such as water consumption in real time, and transmits the data to a cloud platform or a centralized metering platform through the NB-IoT network, enabling remote monitoring, data analysis, and management of water use information. Existing smart remote water meters require power to ensure their normal operation. Rechargeable batteries are usually installed inside and charged by connecting the power cord.

[0003] However, it still has the following disadvantages in actual use:

[0004] Due to the different quality of rechargeable batteries, some batteries will age and bulge after a period of use. If they are not replaced in time, they will cause risks such as short circuit, leakage, fire and explosion, and may also cause damage to other parts of the water meter. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of the utility model is to provide an Internet of Things remote water meter based on NB-IoT to solve the problem raised in the above background technology that due to the different quality of rechargeable batteries, some batteries will age and bulge after being used for a period of time. If they are not replaced in time, they will cause risks such as short circuit, leakage, fire and explosion, and will also cause damage to other parts of the water meter.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model is realized by the following technical solutions:

[0007] The utility model is an Internet of Things remote water meter based on NB-IoT, comprising:

[0008] A main body component, the main body component comprising a controller housing and a sealing cover;

[0009] The controller and the NB-IOT communication module are installed inside the controller housing, and the sealing cover is hinged on the side of the controller housing;

[0010] A prompting component, the prompting component comprising a through hole, a push plate, a push rod, a sealing ring, a spring, a groove and a T-block;

[0011] The through hole is opened in the middle of the sealing cover, the push rod is inserted in the through hole, the push plate is injection-molded and connected to one end of the push rod, the sealing ring is fixed to the middle section of the push rod, the groove is opened at the other end of the push rod away from the push plate, the T-block is screwed in the groove, the spring is sleeved on the push rod, and the two ends are respectively connected to the sealing cover and the T-block.

[0012] Furthermore, the push plate is located inside the controller housing, and the sealing ring is located outside the controller housing and fits in the through hole on the sealing cover.

[0013] Furthermore, the main body assembly also includes a valve body and a joint;

[0014] The joint is connected between external water pipes through a connecting piece, and the valve body is formed in one step and connected between the joints.

[0015] Furthermore, the main body assembly also includes a dial and a protective cover;

[0016] The dial is fixed on the side of the controller housing and connected to the upper end of the valve body, and the protective cover is hinged on the side of the upper surface of the dial.

[0017] Furthermore, the main assembly also includes an antenna, a power cord and a rechargeable battery;

[0018] The antenna is fixed on the upper surface of the controller shell and is electrically connected to the internal controller. The power line is fixed on the side of the controller shell and is clamped with the controller shell inside the controller shell and connected to the charging contact.

[0019] Further, a shortcut component is also included;

[0020] The quick assembly includes a mounting plate, a support block and a triangular indicator arrow;

[0021] The mounting plate is fixed on the outside of the sealing cover, the support block is welded on the mounting plate and is located on the side of the T-block, and the triangular indicator arrow is painted on the surface of the support block and is made of reflective material.

[0022] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of the present invention are:

[0023] 1. The utility model installs the rechargeable battery in the controller housing through the setting of the prompt component, and closes the sealing cover. At this time, under the action of the spring, the push plate on the push rod is driven to fit on the rechargeable battery. When the rechargeable battery bulges, the push plate is pushed to move along the through hole to the outside of the sealing cover, driving the sealing ring and the T-block to move outward. At this time, the sealing ring is separated from the sealing cover, and the condition of the rechargeable battery can be known by observing the position of the sealing ring. This setting can timely know whether the rechargeable battery is bulging and damaged, and then timely repair and replace it.

[0024] Second, the utility model has a quick assembly, when the push rod drives the T-block to move outward, the external light is turned on, and the position difference between the triangular indicator arrow on the support block and the T-block is observed. This arrangement is easy to observe and the status of the charging battery can be quickly known. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

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

[0026] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the sealing cover of the utility model being opened;

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the sealing cover structure of the utility model;

[0029] Figure 4 It is a partial structural schematic diagram of the prompt component of the utility model;

[0030] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the quick assembly of the utility model.

[0031] In the accompanying drawings, the components represented by the reference numerals are listed as follows:

[0032] 10. Valve body; 11. Connector; 12. Dial; 13. Protective cover; 14. Controller housing; 15. Antenna; 16. Power cord; 17. Rechargeable battery; 18. Sealing cover; 20. Through hole; 21. Push plate; 22. Push rod; 23. Sealing ring; 24. Spring; 25. Groove; 26. T-block; 30. Mounting plate; 31. Support block; 32. Triangular indicator arrow. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0033] In order to make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the present invention are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0034] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present invention, but the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein, and those skilled in the art may make similar generalizations without violating the connotation of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific implementation methods disclosed below.

[0035] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the present invention more clear, the implementation mode of the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0036] See also Figure 1-4 As shown, this embodiment is an IoT remote water meter based on NB-IoT, including:

[0037] The main body assembly includes a controller housing 14 and a sealing cover 18;

[0038] The controller and the NB-IOT communication module are installed inside the controller housing 14, and the sealing cover 18 is hinged to the side of the controller housing 14;

[0039] The controller housing 14 serves as a protective device, and electronic devices such as a controller, a sensor, and an NB-IOT communication module are installed inside. The sealing cover 18 serves as a waterproof seal to facilitate replacement of the rechargeable battery 17;

[0040] A prompting assembly, which includes a through hole 20, a push plate 21, a push rod 22, a sealing ring 23, a spring 24, a groove 25 and a T-block 26;

[0041] A through hole 20 is provided in the middle of the sealing cover 18, a push rod 22 is inserted into the through hole 20, a push plate 21 is injection-molded and connected to one end of the push rod 22, a sealing ring 23 is fixed to the middle section of the push rod 22, a groove 25 is provided at the other end of the push rod 22 away from the push plate 21, a T-block 26 is screwed into the groove 25, a spring 24 is sleeved on the push rod 22, and both ends are respectively connected to the sealing cover 18 and the T-block 26;

[0042] The through hole 20 provides a movable space for the push rod 22, the push plate 21 and the push rod 22 play a connecting role, the sealing ring 23 plays a sealing role, the spring 24 has a contraction function, and the groove 25 is used to connect the T-block 26, and the T-block 26 plays a limiting role;

[0043] The push plate 21 is located inside the controller housing 14, and the sealing ring 23 is located outside the controller housing 14 and is attached to the through hole 20 on the sealing cover 18;

[0044] The main assembly also includes a valve body 10 and a connector 11;

[0045] The joint 11 is connected between external water pipes through a connecting piece, and the valve body 10 is formed and connected between the joints 11 in one step;

[0046] A valve plate is provided inside the valve body 10 to control the opening and closing of the pipeline, and the connector 11 is used to connect the water pipeline;

[0047] The main assembly also includes a dial 12 and a protective cover 13;

[0048] The dial 12 is fixed to the side of the controller housing 14 and connected to the upper end of the valve body 10, and the protective cover 13 is hinged to the side of the upper surface of the dial 12;

[0049] The water usage can be observed through the dial 12, and the protective cover 13 plays a protective role;

[0050] The main assembly also includes an antenna 15, a power cord 16 and a rechargeable battery 17;

[0051] The antenna 15 is fixed on the upper surface of the controller housing 14 and is electrically connected to the internal controller. The power cord 16 is fixed on the side of the controller housing 14 and is connected to the charging contacts inside the controller housing 14. The rechargeable battery 17 is clamped inside the controller housing 14 and is connected to the charging contacts.

[0052] The antenna 15 is used to enhance signals and transmit data, the power line 16 is used to connect to an external power supply, and the rechargeable battery 17 stores electrical energy for providing power to the electronic devices inside the controller housing 14 .

[0053] Working principle:

[0054] Install the rechargeable battery 17 in the controller housing 14, and close the sealing cover 18. At this time, under the action of the spring 24, the push plate 21 on the push rod 22 is driven to fit on the rechargeable battery 17, and the sealing ring 23 is fitted on the through hole 20;

[0055] When the rechargeable battery 17 swells, the push plate 21 is pushed to move along the through hole 20 toward the outside of the sealing cover 18, driving the sealing ring 23 and the T-block 26 to move outward. At this time, the sealing ring 23 is separated from the sealing cover 18, and the condition of the rechargeable battery can be known by observing the position of the sealing ring 23.

[0056] This step can timely determine whether the rechargeable battery 17 is swollen or damaged, and then promptly repair or replace it.

[0057] See also Figure 5 This embodiment is based on the above embodiment 1 and further includes:

[0058] A quick assembly, the quick assembly includes a mounting plate 30, a support block 31 and a triangular indicator arrow 32;

[0059] The mounting plate 30 is fixed to the outside of the sealing cover 18, the support block 31 is welded to the mounting plate 30 and is located on the side of the T-block 26, and the triangular indicator arrow 32 is painted on the surface of the support block 31 and is made of reflective material;

[0060] The mounting plate 30 serves as a connection, the support block 31 serves as a fixation, and the triangular indicator arrow 32 is made of a reflective material and is painted on the support block 31 , and will reflect light under light.

[0061] Working principle:

[0062] Fix the mounting plate 30 to the side of the sealing cover 18 with screws so that the support block 31 is close to the T-block 26 but does not affect the movement of the T-block 26;

[0063] When the push rod 22 drives the T-block 26 to move outward, turn on the external light and observe the position difference between the triangular indicator arrow 32 on the support block 31 and the T-block 26. If it is flush with the T-block 26, it means that the rechargeable battery 17 is not bulging. If the triangular indicator arrow 32 on the T-block 26 is raised, it means that the rechargeable battery 17 is bulging.

[0064] This step is convenient for observation and the status of the rechargeable battery 17 can be quickly known.

[0065] In the description of the present invention, it is also necessary to explain that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "set", "install", "connect", and "connect" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection, or it can be indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, or it can be the internal communication of two components. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0066] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the utility model and is not intended to limit the utility model. Although the utility model is described in detail with reference to the above embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions recorded in the above embodiments or replace some of the technical features therein by equivalents. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the utility model shall be included in the protection scope of the utility model.

Claims

1. An IoT remote water meter based on NB-IoT, characterized in that: include: A main body assembly, the main body assembly comprising a controller housing (14) and a sealing cover (18); The controller housing (14) has a controller and an NB-IOT communication module installed inside, and the sealing cover (18) is hinged to the side of the controller housing (14); A prompting assembly, the prompting assembly comprising a through hole (20), a push plate (21), a push rod (22), a sealing ring (23), a spring (24), a groove (25) and a T-block (26); The through hole (20) is formed in the middle of the sealing cover (18), the push rod (22) is inserted into the through hole (20), the push plate (21) is injection-molded and connected to one end of the push rod (22), the sealing ring (23) is fixed to the middle section of the push rod (22), the groove (25) is formed at the other end of the push rod (22) away from the push plate (21), the T-shaped block (26) is screwed into the groove (25), the spring (24) is sleeved on the push rod (22), and the two ends are respectively connected to the sealing cover (18) and the T-shaped block (26).

2. The NB-IoT-based IoT remote water meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The push plate (21) is located inside the controller housing (14), and the sealing ring (23) is located outside the controller housing (14) and is attached to the through hole (20) on the sealing cover (18).

3. The NB-IoT-based IoT remote water meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body assembly further comprises a valve body (10) and a joint (11); The joint (11) is connected between external water pipes via a connecting piece, and the valve body (10) is formed in one step and connected between the joints (11).

4. The NB-IoT-based IoT remote water meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body assembly also includes a dial (12) and a protective cover (13); The dial (12) is fixed to the side of the controller housing (14) and connected to the upper end of the valve body (10); the protective cover (13) is hinged to the side of the upper surface of the dial (12).

5. The NB-IoT-based IoT remote water meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body assembly also includes an antenna (15), a power cord (16) and a rechargeable battery (17); The antenna (15) is fixed to the upper surface of the controller housing (14) and is electrically connected to the internal controller; the power line (16) is fixed to the side of the controller housing (14) and is connected to the charging contacts inside the controller housing (14); the rechargeable battery (17) is snap-fitted into the interior of the controller housing (14) and is connected to the charging contacts.

6. The NB-IoT-based IoT remote water meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes shortcut components; The quick assembly comprises a mounting plate (30), a support block (31) and a triangular indicator arrow (32); The mounting plate (30) is fixed to the outside of the sealing cover (18), the support block (31) is welded to the mounting plate (30) and is located on the side of the T-shaped block (26), and the triangular indicator arrow (32) is painted on the surface of the support block (31) and is made of a reflective material.

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