Lightning protection device of mobile communication base station

Abstract

The utility model discloses a lightning protection device of a mobile communication base station, which comprises base station equipment, a lightning inductor, a controller, a protection circuit and a grounding device are respectively arranged on the periphery of the base station equipment, the lightning inductor is used for monitoring lightning activity, is mutually connected with the controller and transmits signals to the controller, and the grounding device is connected with the controller. One side of the controller is connected to the protection circuit, the protection circuit is connected with the grounding device and the base station equipment, the protection circuit is used for the base station equipment, and the grounding device is used for leading thunder and lightning into the ground. According to the utility model, through a lightning protection scheme combining real-time monitoring and intelligent processing, the lightning protection capability of the mobile communication base station is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of communication technologies, and in particular to a lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station. Background Art

[0002] A base station, namely a public mobile communication base station, is an interface device for mobile devices to access the Internet, and is also a form of radio station. It refers to a radio transceiver station that transmits and receives information with mobile phone terminals through a mobile communication switching center in a certain radio coverage area. With the rapid development of mobile communication technologies, the number of mobile communication base stations is increasing continuously. And base stations are usually built in open areas and are vulnerable to lightning strikes.

[0003] Currently, common lightning protection solutions mainly include installing lightning rods, ground wires, etc., and guiding lightning current into the ground to avoid direct strikes on base station equipment.

[0004] However, existing lightning protection devices have insufficient protection capabilities when facing high-intensity lightning, and cannot effectively monitor and warn of lightning activities, resulting in base station equipment still facing great risks during lightning weather. Summary of the Utility Model

[0005] This application provides a lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station, which is convenient to improve the lightning protection ability of the mobile communication base station through a lightning protection solution combining real-time monitoring and intelligent processing.

[0006] A lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station provided by this application adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] A lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station includes base station equipment. Lightning sensors, a controller, a protection circuit and a grounding device are respectively arranged around the base station equipment. The lightning sensors are used to monitor lightning activities, are interconnected with the controller, and transmit signals to the controller. One side of the controller is connected to the protection circuit. The protection circuit is connected to the grounding device and the base station equipment. The protection circuit is used for the base station equipment, and the grounding device is used to introduce lightning into the ground.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solutions, when the lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station designed by the utility model is in use, first, the lightning sensors arranged around the base station equipment are convenient for observing lightning activities at all times. When a lightning signal is detected, the signal is transmitted to the controller. After receiving the lightning signal, the controller will activate the protection circuit. The protection circuit will first disconnect the connection with the base station equipment, and then connect to the grounding device to transfer the lightning to the ground. Therefore, the lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station designed by the utility model is convenient to improve the lightning protection ability of the mobile communication base station through a lightning protection solution combining real-time monitoring and intelligent processing.

[0009] Preferably, the lightning inductor includes a lightning induction antenna and a signal receiving unit. The lightning induction antenna is used to sense the electromagnetic wave signal generated by lightning, and the signal receiving unit is used to transmit the received lightning information to the controller.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the provided lightning induction antenna facilitates the reception of lightning signals; the provided signal receiving power supply facilitates the transmission of lightning signals into the controller.

[0011] Preferably, the protection circuit includes a branch formed by connecting a varistor and a fuse in series. The protection circuit is used for connection with the base station equipment.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, the provided varistor will present a low-resistance state when the voltage in the circuit exceeds the rated voltage of the varistor, thereby absorbing and dispersing the overvoltage; the provided branch facilitates disconnecting the connection with the base station equipment to prevent lightning from shocking the base station equipment.

[0013] Preferably, a discharge tube is arranged on one side of the branch. One end of the discharge tube is connected to the end point of the branch, and the other end of the discharge tube is connected to the grounding device.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the provided discharge tube and the varistor discharge tube form a composite symmetric circuit, which can effectively provide a good discharge path for the lightning strike current and effectively protect the base station equipment.

[0015] Preferably, the grounding device includes a grounding grid installed around the base station equipment. The grounding grid is formed by multiple grounding electrodes and wires intersecting with each other.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the provided grounding grid facilitates guiding the lightning current to the grounding electrode and safely discharging the current through the grounding electrode.

[0017] Preferably, an alarm module is arranged in the controller. The alarm module includes an alarm installed in the controller, and the alarm is used to send an alarm signal for the lightning signal.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the provided alarm facilitates reminding the staff through the alarm when a lightning signal is generated.

[0019] Preferably, the alarm signal may include an optical signal or an acoustic signal.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the provided optical signal or acoustic signal facilitates accurately identifying the alarm information.

[0021] Preferably, a network interface is provided on the controller, and the network interface is used to transmit lightning signals to a terminal through a wired network or a wireless network.

[0022] By adopting the above technical solution, the provided network interface facilitates the transmission of lightning signals to the terminal, making it convenient for staff to observe and realizing remote monitoring.

[0023] In summary, the present application has the following beneficial effects:

[0024] 1. The present device is provided with a lightning inductor, and the protection circuit is connected through a controller, which can quickly cut off the connection between the base station equipment and the outside when the lightning activity reaches a threatening level;

[0025] 2. The present device is provided with a grounding grid, which can effectively guide the lightning current into the ground when the lightning signal comes, thereby significantly reducing the risk of damage to the base station equipment by lightning;

[0026] 3. By providing a network interface and an alarm on the controller, the present device provides a remote monitoring function, facilitating personnel to timely understand the lightning protection status of the base station and improving the response efficiency. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0027] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of the embodiment;

[0028] Figure 2 is a schematic structural diagram showing the grounding grid in the embodiment;

[0029] Figure 3 is a circuit diagram of the protection circuit in the embodiment;

[0030] Description of the reference numerals: 1, base station equipment; 2, lightning inductor; 21, lightning induction antenna; 22, signal receiving unit; 3, controller; 4, protection circuit; 41, varistor; 42, fuse; 43, branch; 5, grounding device; 51, grounding grid; 511, grounding electrode; 512, wire; 6, discharge tube; 7, alarm module; 71, alarm; 72, alarm signal; 8, network interface; 9, terminal. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE EMBODIMENTS

[0031] The following further describes the present invention in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same components are denoted by the same reference numerals. It should be noted that the terms "front", "rear", "left", "right", "upper", "lower", "bottom surface" and "top surface" used in the following description refer to the directions in the drawings, and the terms "inner" and "outer" respectively refer to the directions towards or away from the geometric center of a specific component.

[0032] The present invention discloses a lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station, as Figures 1 to 3As shown in the figure, it includes a base station device 1. Around the base station device 1, a lightning inductor 2, a controller 3, a protection circuit 4, and a grounding device 5 are respectively arranged. The lightning inductor 2 includes a lightning induction antenna 21 and a signal receiving unit 22. The lightning induction antenna 21 is used to sense the electromagnetic wave signal generated by lightning, and the signal receiving unit 22 is used to transmit the received lightning information to the controller 3. The lightning inductor 2 is used to monitor lightning activities. The lightning inductor 2 is installed around the base station and can sense lightning in real time and output a lightning induction signal. This inductor can adopt a high-sensitivity lightning inductor 2 to ensure a rapid and accurate response when lightning occurs. The lightning inductor 2 is connected to the controller 3 and transmits the signal to the controller 3. When the lightning current reaches the threshold value, the controller 3 quickly controls the protection circuit 4 to cut off the connection between the base station device 1 and the outside. This intelligent control method not only improves the accuracy of lightning protection but also greatly shortens the response time, thus more effectively protecting the base station device 1. A network interface 8 is arranged on the controller 3, and the network interface 8 is used to transmit the lightning signal to the terminal 9 through a wired network or a wireless network. An alarm module 7 is arranged in the controller 3. The alarm module 7 includes an alarm 71 installed in the controller 3. The alarm 71 is used to send an alarm signal 72 for the lightning signal, and the alarm signal 72 can include an optical signal or an acoustic signal.

[0033] One side of the controller 3 is connected to the protection circuit 4. The protection circuit 4 includes a branch circuit 43 formed by a varistor 41 and a fuse 42 connected in series. The fuse 42 includes a resettable thermal fuse 42. The protection circuit 4 is used to cut off the connection with the base station device 1. The protection circuit 4 is connected between the internal communication device of the base station and the grounding network 51 and is a key part of the lightning protection device. When the lightning current comes, the branch circuit 43 formed by the varistor 41 and the fuse 42 makes the lightning current bypass the communication device and directly flow into the grounding network 51 to protect the communication device from lightning damage. A discharge tube 6 is arranged on one side of the branch circuit 43. One end of the discharge tube 6 is connected to the end point of the branch circuit 43, and the other end of the discharge tube 6 is connected to the grounding device 5. The protection circuit 4 is connected to the grounding device 5 and the base station device 1. The protection circuit 4 is used for the base station device 1, and the grounding device 5 is used to introduce lightning into the ground. The grounding device 5 includes a grounding network 51 installed around the base station device 1. The grounding network 51 is formed by a plurality of grounding electrodes 511 and wires 512 intersecting with each other. The grounding electrodes 511 are made of a metal material with good electrical conductivity.

[0034] Working principle: A lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station designed by the present utility model mainly conducts lightning protection by setting up a complete set of lightning protection system devices around the base station equipment 1. First, a lightning sensor 2 is set up. The lightning sensor 2 receives lightning signals through a lightning induction antenna 21 and transmits the received lightning signals to the controller 3 immediately. A network interface 8 and an alarm 71 are set on the controller 3, so that the staff can always pay attention. Then, the controller 3 controls the protection circuit 4 to disconnect from the base station equipment 1 and reconnect to the grounding device 5, leading the lightning current to the ground, thereby realizing the protection of the base station equipment 1. Therefore, the lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station designed by the present utility model facilitates a lightning protection solution that combines real-time monitoring and intelligent processing, improving the lightning protection ability of the mobile communication base station.

[0035] The above are all the preferred embodiments of this application, and the protection scope of this application is not limited accordingly. Therefore, all equivalent changes made according to the structure, shape, and principle of this application shall be covered within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. A lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station, characterized in that: The invention comprises a base station device (1), wherein a lightning sensor (2), a controller (3), a protection circuit (4) and a grounding device (5) are arranged around the base station device (1), wherein the lightning sensor (2) is used to monitor lightning activities and is interconnected with the controller (3) to transmit signals to the controller (3), wherein one side of the controller (3) is connected to the protection circuit (4), and the protection circuit (4) is connected to the grounding device (5) and the base station device (1), wherein the protection circuit (4) is used for the base station device (1), and the grounding device (5) is used to guide lightning into the ground.

2. The lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lightning sensor (2) comprises a lightning sensing antenna (21) and a signal receiving unit (22), wherein the lightning sensing antenna (21) is used to sense electromagnetic wave signals generated by lightning, and the signal receiving unit (22) is used to transmit received lightning information to a controller (3).

3. The lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protection circuit (4) comprises a branch circuit (43) formed by a varistor (41) and a fuse (42) connected in series, and the protection circuit (4) is used to cut off the connection with the base station device (1).

4. The lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station according to claim 3, characterized in that: A discharge tube (6) is provided on one side of the branch circuit (43); one end of the discharge tube (6) is connected to an end point of the branch circuit (43); and the other end of the discharge tube (6) is connected to a grounding device (5).

5. The lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The grounding device (5) comprises a grounding grid (51) installed around the base station equipment (1), wherein the grounding grid (51) is formed by a plurality of grounding electrodes (511) and conducting wires (512) intersecting each other.

6. The lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station according to claim 1, characterized in that: An alarm module (7) is provided in the controller (3), and the alarm module (7) comprises an alarm (71) installed in the controller (3), and the alarm (71) is used to send an alarm signal (72) in response to a lightning signal.

7. The lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station according to claim 6, characterized in that: The warning signal (72) may include a light signal or an audio signal.

8. The lightning protection device for a mobile communication base station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The controller (3) is provided with a network interface (8), and the network interface (8) is used to transmit the lightning signal to the terminal (9) via a wired network or a wireless network.

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