Inspection robot system
By setting electrodes and sockets on the track system, on-track charging of the rail-mounted patrol robot system is achieved, which solves the problem of inconvenient operation of the traditional charging mode, and realizes efficient and convenient charging, ensuring the continuity of patrol tasks.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202421626601.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-07-10
- Publication Date
- 2025-06-20
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-07-10
AI Technical Summary
Because the rail-mounted inspection robot is located at a high altitude, the traditional manual charging mode is inconvenient to operate, making it difficult to achieve efficient and convenient charging.
A patrol robot system is designed to realize on-track charging by setting electrodes and sockets on the track system. The docking boss on the robot matches the docking groove on the track, and the electrode is inserted into the socket to achieve automatic charging.
It realizes efficient and convenient charging of rail-mounted inspection robots on track, ensures that the robot continuously supplies power during long-term inspection tasks, improves operational flexibility and convenience, and ensures the continuity of inspection tasks.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of patrol inspection, and more specifically, to a patrol inspection robot system. Background Art
[0002] As a cutting-edge inspection equipment, the rail-mounted inspection robot has attracted widespread attention for its unique advantages. The robot can move flexibly on the preset track, equipped with advanced sensors and image acquisition systems, and can capture and process the temperature, humidity and image data of the inspection area in real time. The main structure includes: the track system, which provides the robot with a moving path and a stable foundation, including the track body, fixed seat and mobile seat, to ensure the precise positioning and guidance of the robot. The mobile mechanism realizes the movement of the robot on the track, including the lifting component and the limit component, to ensure that the robot adapts to tracks of different heights and inspects within the specified area. The detection system is the core of the robot, which obtains the inspection area information in real time through sensors and cameras, and provides accurate data for the control center. The control system, as the brain of the robot, connects to the robot through wireless communication, receives data and sends control instructions, and realizes remote monitoring and control. The rail-mounted inspection robot, with its automation and intelligent characteristics, has greatly improved the inspection efficiency and safety, and has become a powerful assistant in the inspection field. The conventional manual charging mode of the rail-mounted robot is inconvenient to operate because it is located at high altitude. Utility Model Content
[0003] The utility model aims to provide an inspection robot system to achieve the purpose of convenient charging.
[0004] The above technical objectives of the utility model are achieved through the following technical solutions: a patrol robot system, including a track, a robot and a power transmission device; the power transmission device includes a power transmission component; a docking groove is provided on the power transmission component; an electrode is provided in the docking groove; the robot includes a situation awareness device; the situation awareness device includes a cabinet; a power receiving component is provided on the cabinet; the power receiving component includes a docking boss matching the docking groove; a socket corresponding to the electrode is provided on the boss; the power transmission device is arranged at the end of the track; the power transmission device also includes a mounting frame and a box body; the mounting frame includes a fixing plate and a fixing rod; the fixing plate includes a first fixing plate and a second fixing plate; the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are both provided with fixing holes; the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are respectively located at the upper end and the lower end of the track; the fixing rod includes a first fixing rod and a second fixing rod; the first fixing rod and the second fixing rod are respectively located on both sides of the track, and the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are connected through the fixing hole; a fixing nut is provided on the fixing rod; the fixing nut is arranged on the side of the fixing plate away from the track; the box body is arranged at the lower end of the fixing rod; the power transmission component is arranged on the box body.
[0005] With the above solution, when the robot moves to the power supply device, the docking groove on the power supply device cooperates with the docking boss on the robot, and the electrode can be inserted into the socket. Thus, on-orbit charging of the robot can be achieved.
[0006] Further, a conical groove is provided on the boss, and the socket is arranged at the bottom of the conical groove.
[0007] With the above solution, the conical groove can be more easily aligned with the electrode, and during the insertion process, the electrode slides along the conical surface towards the bottom of the conical groove, and can be inserted into the socket more smoothly.
[0008] Further, the situation awareness device further includes a network box and a control box; the network box and the control box are arranged in the cabinet; a switch and a wireless router are arranged in the network box; a battery is arranged at the bottom of the control box, and the battery is connected to the control box through a pressure plate; an installation plate is further arranged in the control box; the battery is located on the back of the installation plate; a controller and a wiring groove are arranged on the front of the installation plate; a maintenance port is arranged on the cabinet; the maintenance port includes a first maintenance port and a second maintenance port; the first maintenance port corresponds to the network box; the second maintenance port corresponds to the control box.
[0009] With the above solution, setting up independent network box and control box and arranging maintenance ports at corresponding positions can facilitate equipment maintenance; at the same time, the network box and the control box are relatively independent and do not interfere with each other, making the inside of the box cleaner and more convenient for maintenance.
[0010] Further, the situation awareness device further includes a pan-tilt camera; the pan-tilt camera is arranged on the cabinet.
[0011] Monitoring of the factory area can be achieved through the pan-tilt camera. Preferably, the pan-tilt camera is arranged at the bottom of the cabinet; arranging the pan-tilt camera at the bottom of the cabinet can provide 360-degree surround monitoring.
[0012] Further, the pan-tilt camera includes an infrared thermal imager. The environmental temperature can be viewed through the infrared camera, and abnormal temperature points can be detected in time.
[0013] Further, the situation awareness device further includes an environmental sensor; the environmental sensor includes a collection device; the collection device is arranged at the bottom of the cabinet.
[0014] By arranging the collection device at the bottom of the cabinet, gas can more easily enter the sensor, and the gas in the environment can be detected more timely and sensitively.
[0015] Further, the situation awareness device further includes a noise sensor, and the noise sensor is arranged in the cabinet; sound transmission holes corresponding to the noise sensor are arranged on the cabinet.
[0016] Through the sound transmission holes on the cabinet, noise can be transmitted to the noise sensor, improving the monitoring accuracy.
[0017] Furthermore, an antenna is provided on the cabinet.
[0018] In summary, the present utility model has the following beneficial effects: By providing electrodes and sockets on the track system, an efficient and convenient on-rail charging mechanism is realized. This design not only ensures that the hanging rail inspection robot can continuously obtain power supply during long-term inspection tasks, but also greatly improves the flexibility and convenience of its operation. Electrodes on the track system, these electrodes are closely matched with the corresponding sockets on the robot. When the robot moves to these positions, it can automatically connect with the electrodes to replenish power. This solution not only ensures the stable transmission of power, but also can charge the robot in time when its power is insufficient, ensuring the continuity of the inspection task. Description of the Drawings
[0019] Figure 1 is the inspection robot system of the embodiment
[0020] Figure 2 is Figure 1 partial enlarged view
[0021] Figure 3 is the schematic diagram of the power transmission device
[0022] Figure 4 is the schematic diagram of the robot
[0023] Figure 5 is the internal schematic diagram of the first maintenance port of the situation awareness device
[0024] Figure 6 is the internal schematic diagram of the second maintenance port of the situation awareness device
[0025] Figure 7 is the explosion diagram of the control box
[0026] In the figure: 1. Orbit; 2. Power transmission device; 21. Mounting frame; 211. First fixing plate; 212. Second fixing plate; 213. First fixing rod; 214. Second fixing rod; 22. Box body; 221. Cable port; 23. Power transmission component; 231. Docking groove; 232. Electrode; 233. Limit switch; 3. Robot; 30. Cabinet; 301. First maintenance port; 302. Second maintenance port; 31. Power receiving component; 311. Docking boss; 3111. Tapered groove; 3112. Socket; 312. Base; 3121. Extrusion platform; 3122. Distance sensor; 32. Moving mechanism; 33. Connecting pipe; 341. Pan-tilt camera; 342. Environment sensor; 3421. Acquisition device; 343. Noise sensor; 3431. Sound transmission hole; 344. Network box; 3441. Switch; 3442. Wireless router; 345. Control box; 3452. Battery; 3453. Mounting plate; 3454. Pressure plate; 3455. Controller; 3456. Wiring groove. Detailed implementation mode
[0027] In order to make the technical problems, technical solutions and beneficial effects to be solved by the present utility model clearer and more understandable, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0028] It should be noted that when a component is referred to as "fixed to" or "disposed on" another component, it can be directly on the other component or indirectly on the other component. When a component is referred to as "connected" to another component, it can be directly or indirectly connected to the other component, and this "connection" does not limit fixed connection or movable connection, and the specific connection method should be judged according to the specific technical problem to be solved.
[0029] It should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation to the present utility model.
[0030] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for descriptive purposes, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the quantity of the indicated technical features. Thus, the features defined with "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. In the description of the present utility model, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise specifically defined.
[0031] Embodiment:
[0032] A patrol robot 3 system includes a track 1, a robot 3 and a power transmission device 2. The track 1 includes a patrol section and an end, the patrol section is arranged in a patrol space, and the robot 3 can patrol the patrol space along the track 1. The power transmission device 2 is arranged at the end, and the robot 3 can patrol along the track 1 after charging at the end.
[0033] In this embodiment, the power transmission device 2 includes a mounting frame 21, a box 22 and a power transmission component 23; the mounting frame 21 includes a fixing plate and a fixing rod; the fixing plate includes a first fixing plate 211 and a second fixing plate 212; the first fixing plate 211 and the second fixing plate 212 are both provided with fixing holes; the first fixing plate 211 and the second fixing plate 212 are respectively located at the upper end and the lower end of the track 1; the fixing rod includes a first fixing rod 213 and a second fixing rod 214; the first fixing rod 213 and the second fixing rod 214 are respectively located at both sides of the track 1, and the first fixing plate 211 and the second fixing plate 212 are connected through the fixing holes; a fixing nut is provided on the fixing rod; the fixing nut is provided on the side of the fixing plate away from the track 1. The fixing nut is rotated to move the fixing nut along the fixing rod toward the track 1, and the first fixing plate 211 and the second fixing plate 212 are squeezed, and the first fixing plate 211 and the second fixing plate 212 can clamp the track 1 to achieve the fixation of the device; the fixing method has a simple structure and does not require drilling, which reduces the installation cost. Preferably, a non-slip pad is provided on a side of the fixing plate close to the track 1 to prevent displacement of the fixing plate during docking.
[0034] The box body 22 is arranged at the lower end of the fixing rod, and a cable port 221 is arranged above the box body 22; the cable port 221 is used for incoming wires; a charging device is arranged in the box body 22, and the charging device includes electrodes 232; the wires enter the box body 22 through the cable port 221 to supply power to the charging device.
[0035] The power transmission component 23 is arranged on the box body 22, facing the inspection section of the track 1, and can achieve docking with the robot 3. A docking groove 231 is arranged on the power transmission component 23; the electrode 232 is located in the docking groove 231. The electrode 232 is located in the docking groove 231 to reduce the influence of the outside world on the electrode 232. A limit switch 233 is also arranged on the power transmission component 23. When the robot 3 approaches the limit switch 233, the limit switch 233 can send a stop signal to the robot 3.
[0036] In this embodiment, the robot 3 includes a situation awareness device; the situation awareness device includes a cabinet 30; a power receiving component 31 is provided on the cabinet 30; the power receiving component 31 includes a docking boss 311 that matches the docking groove; a socket 3112 corresponding to the electrode 232 is provided on the boss. The distance between the docking boss 311 and the track 1 is equal to the distance between the docking groove 231 and the track 1; so that the power receiving component 31 and the power sending component 23 can be at the same height to facilitate docking and charging. The power receiving component 31 further includes a base 312, and the docking boss 311 is fixed to the cabinet 30 through the base 312; a pressing platform 3121 is provided on the base 312; the height of the pressing platform 3121 is the same as the height of the limit switch 233. When the robot 3 moves to the end of the track 1 and continues to move towards the power sending component 23, after the limit switch 233 abuts against the pressing platform 3121, the limit switch 233 sends a stop signal to the robot 3, and the robot 3 stops moving. At this time, the electrode 232 is inserted into the socket 3112 to supply power to the robot 3. A distance sensor 3122 is further provided on the docking boss 311. When the docking boss 311 and the docking groove 231 reach a certain distance, the distance sensor 3122 sends a deceleration instruction to the robot 3 to prevent the robot 3 from moving too fast and colliding with the power sending device 2.
[0037] A tapered groove 3111 is provided on the docking boss 311, and the socket 3112 is provided at the bottom of the tapered groove 3111. A charging interface that cooperates with the electrode 232 is provided in the socket 3112. The opening area of the tapered groove 3111 is relatively large. When docking with the electrode 232, as long as the electrode 232 is aligned with the opening of the tapered groove 3111. During the movement, the electrode 232 will slide down along the tapered surface to the bottom of the tapered groove 3111 until it is inserted into the socket 3112 to dock with the charging interface.
[0038] In this embodiment, the robot 3 includes a moving mechanism 32, and the moving mechanism 32 can travel on the track 1. The moving mechanism 32 can adopt conventional technical solutions in the industry. The situation awareness device is arranged below the moving mechanism 32; the moving mechanism 32 is connected to the cabinet 30 through a connecting pipe 33. The situation awareness device further includes a network box 344 and a control box 345; the network box 344 and the control box 345 are arranged in the cabinet 30; a switch 3441 and a wireless router 3442 are arranged in the network box 344; a battery 3452 is arranged at the bottom of the control box 345, and the battery 3452 is connected to the control box 345 through a pressing plate 3454; an installation plate 3453 is further arranged in the control box 345; the battery 3452 is located on the back of the installation plate 3453; a controller 3455 and a wiring groove 3456 are arranged on the front of the installation plate 3453; a maintenance opening is arranged on the cabinet 30; the maintenance opening includes a first maintenance opening 301 and a second maintenance opening 302; the first maintenance opening 301 corresponds to the network box 344; the second maintenance opening 302 corresponds to the control box 345. A maintenance door is arranged on the maintenance opening, and a handle is arranged on the maintenance door. The first maintenance opening 301 and the second maintenance opening 302 are respectively arranged on both sides of the cabinet 30. It can ensure that the maintenance of the network box 344 and the control box 345 does not affect each other.
[0039] The situation awareness device further includes a pan-tilt camera 341, an environment sensor 342, and a noise sensor 343. The pan-tilt camera 341 is arranged on the cabinet 30. Through the pan-tilt camera 341, the monitoring of the inspection area can be realized. Preferably, the pan-tilt camera 341 is arranged at the bottom of the cabinet 30; arranging the pan-tilt camera 341 at the bottom of the cabinet 30 can achieve 360-degree surround monitoring. Preferably, the pan-tilt camera 341 includes an infrared thermal imager. Through the infrared camera, the ambient temperature can be viewed, and the temperature abnormal points can be found in time. The environment sensor 342 includes a collection device 3421; the collection device 3421 is arranged at the bottom of the cabinet 30. By arranging the collection device 3421 at the bottom of the cabinet 30, gas can enter the detector more easily, and harmful gases can be detected more timely and sensitively; the environment sensor 342 is one or several of detectors such as a smoke detector, a gas detector, and a toxic gas detector. The noise sensor 343 is arranged in the cabinet 30; a sound transmission hole 3431 corresponding to the noise sensor 343 is arranged on the cabinet 30. Through the sound transmission hole 3431 on the cabinet 30, the noise can be transmitted to the noise sensor 343 to improve the monitoring accuracy. An antenna is arranged on the cabinet 30; the router is arranged in the cabinet 30, and the metal structure of the cabinet 30 will cause signal shielding to the wireless router 3442. The antenna is arranged outside the cabinet 30, and connecting the antenna to the wireless router 3442 can enhance the signal transmission ability of the wireless router 3442. A communication device is further arranged in the situation awareness device for realizing remote communication.
[0040] In this embodiment, the situation awareness device further includes a charging module and a battery 3452; the charging interface is connected to the charging module; the charging module is connected to the battery 3452. The battery 3452 supplies power to the devices in the cabinet 30 through the wiring slot 3456. The controller 3455 is electrically connected to the pan-tilt camera 341, the environmental sensor 342, the noise sensor 343, the antenna, and the router. An AI chip is provided in the controller 3455. Through the trained AI chip, the recognition of dangerous signals can be locally achieved; and the dangerous signals are reported through the wireless router 3442.
[0041] Advantages of this technical solution: By setting electrodes and sockets on the track system, an efficient and convenient on-rail charging mechanism is realized. This not only ensures that the hanging-rail inspection robot can continuously obtain power supply during long-term inspection tasks, but also greatly improves the flexibility and convenience of its operation. Specifically, these electrodes are closely matched with the corresponding sockets on the robot. When the robot moves to these positions, it can automatically connect to the electrodes for power replenishment. This design not only ensures the stable transmission of power, but also can charge the robot in time when its power is insufficient, ensuring the continuity of the inspection task. On the basis of this solution, by adding an intelligent control system, the operator can precisely control the on-rail charging process, and automatically adjust the charging time and charging amount according to factors such as the power level of the robot, the requirements of the inspection task, and the load condition of the power grid, so as to achieve the optimal utilization of energy.
[0042] This specific embodiment is only an explanation of the present invention, and it is not a limitation of the present invention. After reading this specification, those skilled in the art can make modifications to this embodiment without creative contributions as needed, but as long as they are within the scope of the claims of the present invention, they are protected by the patent law.
Claims
1. A patrol robot system, characterized by: The invention comprises a track, a robot and a power transmission device; the power transmission device comprises a power transmission component; a docking groove is arranged on the power transmission component; an electrode is arranged in the docking groove; the robot comprises a situation awareness device; the situation awareness device comprises a cabinet; a power receiving component is arranged on the cabinet; the power receiving component comprises a docking boss matched with the docking groove; a socket corresponding to the electrode is arranged on the boss; The power transmission device is arranged at the end of the track; the power transmission device also includes a mounting frame and a box; the mounting frame includes a fixing plate and a fixing rod; the fixing plate includes a first fixing plate and a second fixing plate; the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are both provided with fixing holes; the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are respectively located at the upper end and the lower end of the track; the fixing rod includes a first fixing rod and a second fixing rod; the first fixing rod and the second fixing rod are respectively located at both sides of the track, and the first fixing plate and the second fixing plate are connected through the fixing holes; a fixing nut is provided on the fixing rod; the fixing nut is provided on the side of the fixing plate away from the track; The box body is arranged at the lower end of the fixing rod; and the power transmission component is arranged on the box body.
2. The inspection robot system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The boss is provided with a tapered groove, and the socket is provided at the bottom of the tapered groove.
3. The inspection robot system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The situation awareness device also includes a network box and a control box; the network box and the control box are arranged in the cabinet; a switch and a wireless router are arranged in the network box; a battery is arranged at the bottom of the control box, and the battery is connected to the control box through a pressure plate; a mounting plate is also arranged in the control box; the battery is located on the back of the mounting plate; a controller and a wiring slot are arranged on the front of the mounting plate; an inspection port is arranged on the cabinet; the inspection port includes a first inspection port and a second inspection port; the first inspection port corresponds to the network box; the second inspection port corresponds to the control box.
4. The inspection robot system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The situation awareness device also includes a pan-tilt camera; the pan-tilt camera is arranged on the cabinet.
5. The inspection robot system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The pan / tilt camera includes an infrared thermal imager.
6. The inspection robot system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The situation awareness device also includes an environmental sensor; the environmental sensor includes a collection device; the collection device is arranged at the bottom of the cabinet.
7. The inspection robot system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The situation awareness device also includes a noise sensor, which is arranged in the cabinet; the cabinet is provided with a sound-transmitting hole corresponding to the noise sensor.
8. The inspection robot system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The cabinet is provided with an antenna.