Reef observation device with underwater camera shooting function

By setting up underwater cameras near reefs in the marine ranch area and using solar power to power observation devices, the problem of unmanned monitoring is solved, real-time monitoring of fish dynamics and environment and scientific data are achieved.

CN222563880UActive Publication Date: 2025-03-04EAST CHINA SEA FISHERIES RES INST CHINESE ACAD OF FISHERY SCI
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421323417.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-06-11
Publication Date
2025-03-04
Estimated Expiration
2034-06-11

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Technical Problem

The existing technology is difficult to continuously monitor fish dynamics and environmental factors in marine ranch areas under unmanned conditions, and lacks real-time monitoring and scientific data support.

Method used

A reef observation device with underwater camera was designed. By setting up an underwater camera near the reef, and using fixed poles and floats to achieve sea surface observation, combined with solar panels to power the underwater battery, it can achieve long-term operation.

Benefits of technology

Real-time monitoring of the dynamics and environment of fish in marine ranch areas is achieved, scientific data support is provided, and the needs of administrative management and business units are met.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a reef observation device with underwater camera shooting, which comprises a device main body, the device main body comprises a base, the base is formed by stacking a plurality of reefs, the reefs are concrete reefs with cube structures, the edges of the reefs are provided with a plurality of mounting channels, the length of the mounting channels is consistent with the height of the reefs, and the mounting channels are communicated with the reefs. A fixing rod is inserted into the mounting channel; a plurality of underwater cameras are arranged on the fixing rod, the underwater cameras are arranged at intervals in the length direction of the fixing rod, the installation direction of the underwater cameras is inclined downwards, the underwater cameras are connected with an underwater battery through waterproof cables, and the underwater battery is arranged on the upper surface of the reef body; the top of the fixing rod is located above the sea level, and a spherical buoy is arranged at the top of the fixing rod. The underwater camera is arranged near the reef body, so that fish schools near the reef body can be better recorded and observed, the position is changed according to requirements in an inserting mode, and the reciprocating rule of the fish schools can be recorded through camera shooting at multiple heights.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of marine ranches, in particular to a reef observation device with underwater camera. Background Art

[0002] Administrative departments and management units in offshore marine ranch areas have an urgent need to understand the dynamics of fish populations and environmental factors: continuously monitor the water environment without human intervention, monitor the dynamics of surrounding fish populations and fishery conditions in real time, and provide necessary scientific data and basis for relevant policy formulation. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, the utility model provides a reef observation device with underwater camera to solve at least one of the above technical problems.

[0004] The technical solution of the utility model is: a reef observation device with underwater camera, comprising a device body, characterized in that the device body comprises a base, the base is a base formed by stacking a plurality of reefs, the reefs are concrete reefs with a cubic structure, a plurality of installation channels are opened at the edge of the reefs, the length of the installation channels is consistent with the height of the reefs, and a fixing rod is inserted into the installation channels;

[0005] The fixing rod is provided with a plurality of underwater cameras, which are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the fixing rod, and the installation direction of the underwater cameras is inclined downward, and the underwater cameras are connected to underwater batteries through waterproof cables, and the underwater batteries are arranged on the upper surface of the reef body;

[0006] The top of the fixing rod is located above the sea level, and a spherical float is provided on the top of the fixing rod.

[0007] The utility model can better record and observe the fish schools near the reef by setting the underwater camera near the reef, and the position can be changed according to the needs by plugging, and the cameras at multiple heights can record the movement patterns of the fish schools. Adding a float on the top of the fixed rod can facilitate observation on the sea surface.

[0008] Further preferably, a solar panel is also provided on the top of the fixing rod, and the solar panel is connected to the underwater battery through a waterproof cable.

[0009] The underwater battery is charged by solar energy for convenient use.

[0010] Further preferably, the fixing rod is a fixing rod with a hollow structure, the waterproof cable connected to the underwater camera is arranged inside the fixing rod, and the waterproof cable connected to the solar panel is arranged outside the fixing rod.

[0011] This makes wiring easier.

[0012] Further preferably, a through hole for the waterproof cable to enter and exit is opened on the surface of the fixing rod.

[0013] Further preferably, the outer wall of the fixing rod is provided with a slide rail, an electric slider is slidably connected to the slide rail, and the underwater camera is fixed on the electric slider.

[0014] Thus, the location of the camera can be selected according to the needs.

[0015] Further preferably, a square channel is provided in the center of the reef body.

[0016] It can ensure the strength of the reef while reducing the weight for easy transportation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model.

[0018] In the figure: 1. Base 2. Monitoring platform 3. Seawater monitoring device 4. Automatic water sampler 5. Fixed plate 6. Top plate 7. Weather monitoring device 8. Protective cover 9. Data transmission line 10. Data transmission device 11. Observation platform 12. Fence 13. Limiting plate 14. Extension plate 15. Wireless signal receiving device 16. Wireless signal transmitting device. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0019] The utility model is further described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0020] See also Figure 1 A reef observation device with underwater camera includes a device body, which includes a base 1. The base is formed by piling up multiple reefs. The reef is a concrete reef with a cube structure. Multiple installation channels are opened at the edge of the reef. The length of the installation channel is consistent with the height of the reef. A fixing rod 2 is inserted on the installation channel; multiple underwater cameras 3 are arranged on the fixing rod, and the underwater cameras are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the fixing rod. The installation direction of the underwater cameras is inclined downward. The underwater cameras are connected to underwater batteries 5 through waterproof cables 4. The underwater batteries are arranged on the upper surface of the reef; the top of the fixing rod is above the sea level, and a spherical float 6 is provided on the top of the fixing rod.

[0021] The utility model can better record and observe the fish schools near the reef by setting the underwater camera near the reef, and the position can be changed according to the needs by plugging, and the cameras at multiple heights can record the movement patterns of the fish schools. Adding a float on the top of the fixed rod can facilitate observation on the sea surface.

[0022] Further preferably, a solar panel 7 is also provided on the top of the fixing rod, and the solar panel is connected to the underwater battery through a waterproof cable. The underwater battery is charged with solar energy, which is convenient to use.

[0023] More preferably, the fixing rod is a fixing rod with a hollow structure, the waterproof cable connected to the underwater camera is arranged inside the fixing rod, and the waterproof cable connected to the solar panel is arranged outside the fixing rod, so that the wiring can be convenient.

[0024] Further preferably, a through hole for the waterproof cable to enter and exit is opened on the surface of the fixing rod.

[0025] Further preferably, the outer wall of the fixing rod is provided with a slide rail, an electric slider is slidably connected to the slide rail, and the underwater camera is fixed on the electric slider, so that the position of the camera can be selected according to the needs.

[0026] Further preferably, a square passage 8 is provided in the center of the reef body, so as to reduce the weight and facilitate transportation while ensuring the strength of the reef body.

[0027] The above are only preferred implementations of the present invention. It should be pointed out that ordinary technicians in this technical field can make several improvements and modifications without departing from the principles of the present invention. These improvements and modifications should also be regarded as the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A reef observation device with underwater camera, comprising a device body, characterized in that: The device body comprises a base, which is formed by stacking a plurality of reef bodies, the reef body being a concrete reef with a cubic structure, a plurality of installation channels being opened at the edge of the reef body, the length of the installation channel being consistent with the height of the reef body, and a fixing rod being inserted into the installation channel; The fixing rod is provided with a plurality of underwater cameras, which are arranged at intervals along the length direction of the fixing rod, and the installation direction of the underwater cameras is inclined downward, and the underwater cameras are connected to underwater batteries through waterproof cables, and the underwater batteries are arranged on the upper surface of the reef body; The top of the fixing rod is located above the sea level, and a spherical float is provided on the top of the fixing rod.

2. The reef observation device with underwater camera according to claim 1, characterized in that: A solar panel is also provided on the top of the fixing rod, and the solar panel is connected to the underwater battery through a waterproof cable.

3. The reef observation device with underwater camera according to claim 2 is characterized in that: The fixing rod is a fixing rod with a hollow structure. The waterproof cable connected to the underwater camera is arranged inside the fixing rod, and the waterproof cable connected to the solar panel is arranged outside the fixing rod.

4. The reef observation device with underwater camera according to claim 3 is characterized in that: A through hole for waterproof cables to enter and exit is opened on the surface of the fixing rod.

5. The reef observation device with underwater camera according to claim 3 is characterized in that: The outer wall of the fixing rod is provided with a slide rail, an electric slider is slidably connected to the slide rail, and the underwater camera is fixed on the electric slider.

6. The reef observation device with underwater camera according to claim 1, characterized in that: A square passage is arranged in the center of the reef body.