Extensible multi-mount underwater robot

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of underwater robots, and discloses an extensible multi-mount underwater robot which comprises a power supply, two ends of the power supply are respectively and fixedly connected with two fixing rings, the other ends of the fixing rings are fixedly connected with an end shell, the inner wall of the periphery of the end shell is respectively and fixedly connected with a plurality of power paddles, and the power paddles are fixedly connected with the power supply. The close sides of the two fixing rings are fixedly connected with a plurality of supporting rods, the outer walls of the two supporting rods on the top are detachably connected with a sonar assembly used for the robot to recognize objects on the seabed, and the outer wall of the supporting rod on the top is rotationally connected with an extensible lighting assembly. The outer wall of the supporting rod at the bottom is detachably connected with a collecting assembly used for grabbing underwater objects. According to the modularized underwater robot, the flexibility and adaptability of the underwater robot are improved through the modularized design, and the modularized underwater robot can be quickly configured and adjusted according to different task requirements, so that the modularized underwater robot adapts to various complex underwater environments and task requirements.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of underwater robots, in particular to an expandable multi-mounted underwater robot. Background Technique

[0002] An underwater robot is an extreme operation device working underwater, which can dive into the water to replace or assist humans in various operations. They usually play a role in the fields of ocean resource development, maritime rescue, military struggle, and scientific research.

[0003] The function of an underwater robot is to dive into the water to replace or assist humans in various operations. The underwater robot can realize functions such as underwater salvage and rescue, underwater detection, underwater resource exploitation, and underwater entertainment. In the prior art, due to the complexity of the underwater situation, underwater robots are often required to complete a variety of detection tasks, thus developing new robots separately for each specific task, resulting in high R & D and manufacturing costs, and reducing the versatility and interchangeability of equipment, leading to waste of resources and decreased utilization rate. Therefore, an expandable multi-mounted underwater robot is proposed to solve the above problems. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] In order to make up for the above deficiencies, the utility model provides an expandable multi-mounted underwater robot, aiming to improve the problem that the applicable range of some robots in the prior art is relatively single.

[0005] In order to achieve the above purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical scheme:

[0006] An expandable multi-mounted underwater robot includes a power supply. Both ends of the power supply are respectively fixedly connected with two fixing rings. The other ends of the fixing rings are fixedly connected with end shells. A plurality of power paddles are respectively fixedly connected to the inner walls around the end shells. A plurality of support rods are fixedly connected to the adjacent sides of the two fixing rings. A sonar component for the robot to identify objects on the seabed is detachably connected to the outer walls of the top two support rods. An expandable lighting component is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the top support rod. A collection component for grasping objects on the water bottom is detachably connected to the outer wall of the bottom support rod;

[0007] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0008] The sonar component includes a plurality of connecting rings I. The inner walls of the plurality of connecting rings I are respectively detachably connected to the outer walls of the top two support rods. An expansion rod is fixedly connected to the top of the connecting ring I. A sonar receiver is fixedly connected to the tops of the plurality of expansion rods. A sonar transmitter is arranged on the top of the sonar receiver;

[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0010] The lighting assembly includes two rotating rings. The inner wall of the rotating ring is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the top support rod. A connecting rod is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the support rod, and a supplementary light is fixedly connected to the other end of the connecting rod.

[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0012] The collection assembly includes two second connecting rings. The inner wall of the second connecting ring is detachably connected to the outer wall of the bottom support rod. A fixing plate is fixedly connected to the bottom of the second connecting ring, and a robotic arm is detachably connected to the inner wall of the fixing plate.

[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0014] A camera is fixedly connected inside the end shell.

[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0016] A plurality of elbow pipes are fixedly connected to the adjacent sides of the two end shells, and a handle is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the middle part of the elbow pipe.

[0017] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0018] A temperature sensor is fixedly connected to the outside of the power supply, and a plurality of jacks are fixedly connected to the outside of the power supply.

[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution:

[0020] The outer shape of the end shell is butterfly-shaped, and a waterproof belt-screen remote control for receiving signals is arranged on the outside of the power supply.

[0021] The utility model has the following beneficial effects:

[0022] In the utility model, the flexibility and adaptability of the underwater robot are improved through modular design, and it can be quickly configured and adjusted according to different task requirements. The addition of optional modules such as the sonar assembly, lighting assembly, and collection assembly enhances the detection, lighting, and grasping capabilities of the robot. Through structural designs such as telescopic rods, rotating rings and connecting rods, and fixing plates and rotating arms, the robot can flexibly respond to objects at different depths, ranges, and sizes. The functional diversity and scalability of the entire system enable this underwater robot to adapt to various complex underwater environments and task requirements. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of an expandable multi-mounted underwater robot proposed by the utility model;

[0024] Figure 2Schematic diagram of the power paddle of an expandable multi-mounted underwater robot proposed by the present utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 Side view of an expandable multi-mounted underwater robot proposed by the present utility model.

[0026] Legend:

[0027] 1. Power supply; 2. Fixed ring; 3. End shell; 4. Power paddle; 5. Camera; 6. Manipulator; 7. Temperature sensor; 8. Jack; 9. Support rod; 10. Connecting ring 1; 11. Telescopic rod; 12. Sonar receiver; 13. Sonar transmitter; 14. Rotating ring; 15. Connecting rod; 16. Fill light; 17. Elbow pipe; 18. Handle; 19. Connecting ring 2. Specific implementation mode

[0028] Next, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present utility model, rather than all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative work shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0029] Refer to Figures 1 to 3 , an embodiment provided by the present utility model: An expandable multi-mounted underwater robot includes a power supply 1. Two fixed rings 2 are respectively fixedly connected to both ends of the power supply 1. An underwater waterproof belt-screen remote control for receiving signals is arranged outside the power supply 1. The waterproof belt-screen remote control allows the operator to send instructions through the remote control on the water surface to control the movement of the underwater robot. The other end of the fixed ring 2 is fixedly connected to an end shell 3. The outer shape of the end shell 3 is butterfly-shaped. The butterfly-shaped design helps to reduce the underwater resistance and improve the maneuverability of the robot. A camera 5 is fixedly connected inside the end shell 3. A temperature sensor 7 is fixedly connected to the outside of the power supply 1. The temperature sensor 7 is used to sense the temperature change of the external environment of the robot and automatically adjust it to adapt to the external temperature environment. A plurality of jacks 8 are fixedly connected to the outside of the power supply 1. The jacks 8 are used to connect additional devices or perform system upgrades. A plurality of elbow pipes 17 are fixedly connected to the adjacent sides of the two end shells 3. A handle 18 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the middle part of the elbow pipe 17. The design of the handle 18 enables the robot to be manually controlled or lifted when needed. A plurality of power paddles 4 are respectively fixedly connected to the inner walls around the end shell 3. The power paddles 4 are used to drive the underwater robot to move at the bottom of the water. A plurality of support rods 9 are fixedly connected to the adjacent sides of the two fixed rings 2.

[0030] On the outer walls of the two top support rods 9, there is a sonar component detachably connected for the robot to identify objects underwater. On the outer wall of the top support rod 9, there is a rotatable lighting component that can be extended. On the outer wall of the bottom support rod 9, there is a collection component detachably connected for grasping underwater objects. Through the modular design of the above components, the robot can be quickly configured and adjusted according to different task requirements.

[0031] The sonar component includes a plurality of connecting rings one 10. The inner walls of the plurality of connecting rings one 10 are respectively detachably connected to the outer walls of the two top support rods 9. At the top of the connecting ring one 10, there is a telescopic rod 11 fixed, enabling the sonar component to be extended and retracted as needed to adapt to different detection depths and ranges. At the top of the plurality of telescopic rods 11, there is a sonar receiver 12 fixed. At the top of the sonar receiver 12, there is a sonar transmitter 13. The sonar transmitter 13 sends acoustic wave pulses into the water, and at the same time, the sonar receiver 12 is activated to record the echoes of all the acoustic wave pulses reflected from the objects in front.

[0032] The lighting component includes two rotating rings 14. The inner walls of the rotating rings 14 are rotatably connected to the outer walls of the top support rods 9. On the outer wall of the support rod 9, there is a connecting rod 15 fixed. The design of the rotating ring 14 and the connecting rod 15 allows the lighting component to be unfolded and retracted according to the usage requirements. At the other end of the connecting rod 15, there is a supplementary light 16 fixed. The supplementary light 16 can provide additional lighting under low light conditions to help the camera 5 capture clearer images.

[0033] The collection component includes two connecting rings two 19. The inner walls of the connecting rings two 19 are detachably connected to the outer walls of the bottom support rods 9. At the bottom of the connecting ring two 19, there is a fixed plate fixed. Inside the fixed plate, there is a robotic arm 6 detachably connected. The connecting ring two 19 and the fixed plate are used to assemble the robotic arm 6 on the support rod 9. The robotic arm 6 is used to grasp and collect underwater objects.

[0034] Working principle: A scalable multi-mounted underwater robot proposed by the present utility model is based on a modular design concept. A highly flexible and adaptable basic platform is constructed through basic components such as power supply 1, fixing ring 2, end shell 3, camera 5, temperature sensor 7, jack 8, elbow pipe 17, handle 18, power paddle 4, support rod 9, etc. The sonar component, lighting component, and collection component are optional modules that can be quickly configured and adjusted according to mission requirements. The sonar component realizes object detection at different depths and ranges through telescopic rod 11 and sonar transmitter 13 receiver; the lighting component is designed with rotating ring 14 and connecting rod 15, and the supplementary light 16 is deployed or retracted as needed to provide additional lighting; the collection component realizes flexible grasping of objects of different sizes and shapes through the cooperation of fixing plate 20 and robotic arm 6. The entire system realizes the diversity and scalability of functions through modular design, enabling this underwater robot to adapt to various complex underwater environments and mission requirements.

[0035] Finally, it should be noted that the above are only the preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not used to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, for those skilled in the art, they can still modify the technical solutions recorded in the foregoing embodiments, or perform equivalent replacements for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present utility model shall be included in the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An expandable multi-mounted underwater robot, comprising a power supply (1), characterized in that: Both ends of the power supply (1) are fixedly connected with two fixing rings (2) respectively. The other end of the fixing ring (2) is fixedly connected with an end shell (3). A plurality of power paddles (4) are fixedly connected to the inner walls around the end shell (3). A plurality of support rods (9) are fixedly connected to the adjacent sides of the two fixing rings (2). A sonar component for the robot to identify objects under the sea is detachably connected to the outer walls of the top two support rods (9). An expandable lighting component is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the top support rod (9). A collection component for grasping underwater objects is detachably connected to the outer wall of the bottom support rod (9).

2. The expandable multi-mounted underwater robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sonar component includes a plurality of first connection rings (10). The inner walls of the plurality of first connection rings (10) are respectively detachably connected to the outer walls of the top two support rods (9). The top of the first connection ring (10) is fixedly connected with a telescopic rod (11). The tops of the plurality of telescopic rods (11) are fixedly connected with a sonar receiver (12). A sonar transmitter (13) is arranged on the top of the sonar receiver (12).

3. The expandable multi-mounted underwater robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lighting component includes two rotating rings (14). The inner walls of the rotating rings (14) are rotatably connected to the outer wall of the top support rod (9). A connecting rod (15) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the support rod (9). The other end of the connecting rod (15) is fixedly connected with a supplementary light (16).

4. The expandable multi-mounted underwater robot according to claim 1, wherein: The collection component includes two second connection rings (19). The inner walls of the second connection rings (19) are detachably connected to the outer walls of the bottom support rods (9). The bottom of the second connection ring (19) is fixedly connected with a fixing plate. A robotic arm (6) is detachably connected to the inner wall of the fixing plate.

5. The expandable multi-mounted underwater robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: A camera (5) is fixedly connected to the inside of the end shell (3).

6. The expandable multi-mounted underwater robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of elbow pipes (17) are fixedly connected to the adjacent sides of the two end shells (3). A handle (18) is fixedly connected to the middle outer wall of the elbow pipe (17).

7. The expandable multi-mount underwater robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: A temperature sensor (7) is fixedly connected to the outside of the power supply (1). A plurality of jacks (8) are fixedly connected to the outside of the power supply (1).

8. The expandable multi-mounted underwater robot according to claim 1, wherein: The outer shape of the end shell (3) is butterfly-shaped. A waterproof belt-screen remote control for receiving signals is arranged on the outside of the power supply (1).

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