Ocean buoy operation monitoring equipment

By setting up a field-shaped layout of network control units and main control units on the ocean buoy, the problem that ocean buoy cannot directly process monitoring data is solved, effectively receiving and processing of data is achieved, and equipment maintenance is convenient.

CN223192357UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-05CHONGQING MAMMOTH TECH CO LTD
View PDF 1 Cites 0 Cited by

Patent Information

Application Number
CN202421658393.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-12
Publication Date
2025-08-05
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-12

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing marine buoy device cannot directly receive and process monitoring data, resulting in the data being unable to be processed next to the marine buoy.

Method used

A marine buoy operation monitoring device is designed, including an outer shell upper cover, an outer shell lower cover, a main control unit, a network control unit, a power control unit and a power voltage regulator. The marine buoy sensor data is received through the network control unit, and the data is processed and sent through the main control unit. The power regulator provides stable voltage power supply, and the main control unit, the network control unit and the power control unit form a font-shaped layout to avoid interference.

Benefits of technology

The effective reception and processing of marine buoy data is realized, data omission is avoided, equipment maintenance is facilitated, and the risk of increasing equipment thickness is reduced through field-shaped layout.

✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.

Smart Images

  • Figure CN223192357U_ABST
    Figure CN223192357U_ABST
Patent Text Reader

Abstract

The utility model discloses equipment for monitoring operation of an ocean buoy. The equipment comprises a shell upper cover, a shell lower cover, a main control unit, a network control unit, a power supply main control unit and a power supply voltage stabilizer, a main control unit, a network control unit, a power supply main control unit and a power supply voltage stabilizer are arranged between the shell upper cover and the shell lower cover; the main control unit is in communication connection with the network control unit, and the network control unit is in communication connection with a sensor of an external ocean buoy; the input end of the power supply voltage stabilizer is used for accessing commercial power, the output end of the power supply voltage stabilizer is connected to the input end of the power supply main control unit, the power supply main control unit is used for reducing the commercial power into first working voltage and second working voltage, the first working voltage provides power supply voltage for the main control unit, and the second working voltage provides control voltage for the network control unit. The equipment for monitoring the operation of the ocean buoy solves the problem that no side device directly receives monitoring data from the ocean buoy in the prior art.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the field of ocean buoy monitoring, in particular to a device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy. Background Art

[0002] A Chinese patent application, CN202320716622.9, discloses a marine ecological monitoring buoy device. The device includes a monitoring buoy body, a solar panel mounting bracket connected to the upper side of the monitoring buoy body, and solar panels mounted on the outer side of the solar panel mounting bracket. The device also includes a dual-axis drive motor mounted on the surface of the monitoring buoy body. The device comprises a monitoring camera, a glass cover, a mounting plate, a wire rope, a wire rope reel, a first rotating rod, a bearing seat, and a dual-axis drive motor.

[0003] Although the above-mentioned marine ecological monitoring buoy device can realize the monitoring of marine ecology, the marine ecological monitoring buoy device still has the disadvantage that there is no adjacent device to directly receive the monitoring data from the ocean buoy, which leads to the problem that the monitoring data of the ocean buoy cannot be directly processed next to the ocean buoy. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The utility model aims to provide a device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy, which solves the problem in the prior art of having no adjacent device to directly receive monitoring data from the ocean buoy.

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

[0006] The utility model discloses a device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy, comprising: an upper cover of an outer shell, a lower cover of an outer shell, a main control unit, a network control unit, a power control unit and a power regulator; the main control unit, the network control unit, the power control unit and the power regulator are installed between the upper cover of the outer shell and the lower cover of the outer shell; the main control unit is communicatively connected to the network control unit, and the network control unit is communicatively connected to a sensor of an external ocean buoy; the input end of the power regulator is used to access the mains power, the output end of the power regulator is connected to the input end of the power control unit, and the power control unit is used to reduce the mains power to a first working voltage and a second working voltage, and the first working voltage is used to reduce the mains power to a first working voltage and a second working voltage. The first voltage provides a power supply voltage for the main control unit, the second working voltage provides a control voltage for the network control unit, and the control end of the power control unit is connected to the control output end of the main control unit; the main control unit and the network control unit are installed on the inner wall of the upper cover of the shell, and the power control unit and the power regulator are installed on the inner wall of the lower cover of the shell. The main control unit is surrounded by the power regulator and the network control unit, and the voltage main control unit is surrounded by the network control unit and the power regulator. The main control unit, the network control unit, the power control unit and the power regulator occupy positions to form a field shape; one side of the upper cover of the shell is hinged to the lower cover of the shell, and the upper cover of the shell is fastened with the lower cover of the shell and is positioned by friction.

[0007] Preferably, sensor interfaces are installed on both the upper cover and the lower cover of the housing.

[0008] Preferably, an antenna interface is installed on the upper cover of the housing.

[0009] Preferably, a breathable valve is installed on the housing upper cover or the housing lower cover.

[0010] Preferably, the air valve includes: a breathable tube body, a tube cap and a filter layer, one end of the breathable tube body is threadedly connected to the upper cover of the outer shell, the breathable tube body is connected to the inner cover of the outer shell, a tube cap is installed on the other end of the breathable tube body, and a filter layer is installed in the breathable tube body, and the filter layer is used to block dust and water vapor from passing through.

[0011] Preferably, a mounting hole is provided on the upper cover of the outer shell, and a step is formed on the inner wall of the mounting hole for pressing the end of the air-permeable tube body.

[0012] Preferably, a clamping and mounting mechanism is installed in the air-permeable tube body, and the clamping and mounting mechanism is used to install the filter layer.

[0013] Preferably, the clamping and mounting mechanism comprises: a first clamping ring, a second clamping ring and screws; the first clamping ring and the second clamping ring clamp the filter layer; and the first clamping ring and the second clamping ring are positioned by the screws.

[0014] Preferably, a first protruding block protrudes from the outside of the first clamping ring, a rotatable rotating ring is installed inside the first clamping ring, a second protruding block protrudes from the rotating ring, a spring is installed between the rotating ring and the inner wall of the first clamping ring, and the end face of the air-permeable tube body close to the step is recessed to form a slot for inserting the first protruding block and the second protruding block, and the spring force is used to make the second protruding block deviate from the first protruding block and the first protruding block and the second protruding block cannot extend into the slot at the same time, the rotating ring is recessed to form a pushing groove, and an insertion foot protrudes from the second clamping ring, and the insertion foot and the edge of the filter layer can push the first protruding block and the second protruding block to overlap.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] In this application, a network control unit is provided to receive multiple data sent by ocean buoys. The network control unit can independently operate information collection and processing, ensuring that the data sent by the ocean buoys is fully received and no omissions occur. The main control unit is also connected to a 4G communication module to transmit data detected by the sensors in the ocean buoys. The upper and lower housing covers are hinged, allowing the electrical components inside to be opened for easy maintenance. Finally, the main control unit, network control unit, power control unit, and power regulator occupy positions in a "T" shape, forming a layout of the main control unit, network control unit, power control unit, and power regulator within the upper and lower housing covers. When the upper and lower housing covers are fastened together, the main control unit, network control unit, power control unit, and power regulator are offset from each other to avoid mutual interference, thereby ensuring that the upper and lower housing covers can be fastened together and reducing the increase in overall thickness caused by misalignment of electrical components during fastening.

[0017] Other advantages, objectives and features of the present invention will be reflected in part through the following description, and in part will be understood by those skilled in the art through research and practice of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the equipment used to monitor the operation of ocean buoys.

[0019] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle vent valve.

[0020] Figure 3 It is a cross-sectional view of the first clamping ring and the rotating ring.

[0021] Figure 4 It is a structural diagram of the rotating ring.

[0022] Figure numerals: upper cover of the shell 1, lower cover of the shell 2, main control unit 3, network control unit 4, power control unit 5, power regulator 6, sensor interface 7, antenna interface 8, air valve 9, air tube body 91, tube cap 92, first clamping ring 93, first protruding block 94, rotating ring 95, pushing groove 950, second protruding block 96, spring 97. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] In order to make the technical means, creative features, objectives and functions achieved by the present invention clearer and easier to understand, the present invention is further explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.

[0024] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the utility model discloses a device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy, comprising: an upper shell cover 1, a lower shell cover 2, a main control unit 3, a network control unit 4, a power control unit 5 and a power regulator 6; the main control unit 3, the network control unit 4, the power control unit 5 and the power regulator 6 are installed between the upper shell cover 1 and the lower shell cover 2; the main control unit 3 is communicatively connected to the network control unit 4, and the network control unit 4 is communicatively connected to a sensor of an external ocean buoy; the input end of the power regulator 6 is used to access the mains power, and the output end of the power regulator 6 is connected to the input end of the power control unit 5, and the power control unit 5 is used to reduce the mains power to a first working voltage and a second working voltage, the first working voltage The power supply voltage is provided to the main control unit 3, the second working voltage provides the control voltage for the network control unit 4, and the control end of the power control unit 5 is connected to the control output end of the main control unit 3; the main control unit 3 and the network control unit 4 are installed on the inner wall of the outer shell cover 1, and the power control unit 5 and the power regulator 6 are installed on the inner wall of the outer shell lower cover 2, the main control unit 3 is surrounded by the power regulator 6 and the network control unit 4, and the voltage main control unit 3 is surrounded by the network control unit 4 and the power regulator 6. The main control unit 3, the network control unit 4, the power control unit 5 and the power regulator 6 occupy positions to form a field shape; one side of the outer shell upper cover 1 is hinged to the outer shell lower cover 2, and the outer shell upper cover 1 and the outer shell lower cover 2 are fastened and positioned by friction.

[0025] Sensor interfaces 7 are installed on both the upper cover 1 and the lower cover 2 of the housing. The sensor interfaces 7 are used to implement the network control unit 4

[0026] An antenna interface 8 is mounted on the housing upper cover 1. The antenna interface 8 is used to connect to the antenna.

[0027] A breathable valve 9 is installed on the housing upper cover 1 or the housing lower cover 2. Since the internal and external air pressures need to be consistent, the air pressures in the housing upper cover 1 and the housing lower cover 2 may not affect the operation of the electrical components.

[0028] The vent valve 9 comprises a vent tube 91, a cap 92, and a filter layer (not shown). One end of the vent tube 91 is threadedly connected to the housing cover 1, communicating with the interior of the housing cover 1. The other end of the vent tube 91 is mounted with a cap 92, which houses the filter layer, which blocks the passage of dust and water vapor. By rotating the cap 92, the vent tube 91 with the filter layer can be mounted on the housing cover 1, facilitating installation of the vent valve 9.

[0029] The housing upper cover 1 is provided with a mounting hole, and the inner wall of the mounting hole is formed with a step for pressing the end of the ventilating tube body 91. The step is in close contact with the end face of the ventilating tube body 91, thereby ensuring that the ventilating tube body 91 can be rotated into place.

[0030] A clamping and mounting mechanism is installed in the air-permeable tube body 91, and the clamping and mounting mechanism is used to install the filter layer. The clamping and mounting mechanism facilitates the positioning and installation of the filter layer.

[0031] The clamping mechanism includes a first clamping ring 93, a second clamping ring (not shown), and screws (not shown). The filter layer is clamped between the first and second clamping rings 93 and 93, and the screws are used to position the first and second clamping rings. This allows the filter layer to be clamped and positioned using the first and second clamping rings 93 and 93. The filter layer is made of absorbent cotton, which not only filters dust from the air but also absorbs moisture, preventing moisture from entering between the upper and lower housing covers 1 and 2 and affecting electrical components.

[0032] A first protruding block 94 protrudes from the outside of the first clamping ring 93, and a rotatable rotating ring 95 is installed inside the first clamping ring 93. A second protruding block 96 protrudes from the rotating ring 95, and a spring 97 is installed between the rotating ring 95 and the inner wall of the first clamping ring 93. The end surface of the air-permeable tube body 91 close to the step is recessed to form a slot for the first protruding block 94 and the second protruding block 96 to be inserted. The elastic force of the spring 97 is used to make the second protruding block 96 deviate from the first protruding block 94 and the first protruding block 94 and the second protruding block 96 cannot extend into the slot at the same time. The rotating ring 95 is recessed to form a pushing groove 950, and an insertion foot protrudes from the second clamping ring. The insertion foot and the edge of the filter layer can push the first protruding block 94 and the second protruding block 96 to overlap. This design ensures that the insertion foot pushes the second protruding block 96 to overlap with the first protruding block 94 only when the breathable cotton is placed between the inner wall of the pushing groove 950 and the insertion foot. The first protruding block 94 and the second protruding block 96 can be inserted into the slot only after they overlap, thereby avoiding the first clamping ring 93 and the second clamping ring being installed in the breathable tube body 91 without a filter layer installed, and the edge of the filter layer has a cut so that the edge of the filter layer can be pressed into the filter groove by the insertion foot. The inner wall of the pushing groove 950 has a certain slope, and the insertion foot also has a certain slope. The filter layer has a certain thickness, and then the filter layer is located between the insertion groove and the inner wall of the pushing groove 950. There is a certain driving force, which pushes the rotating ring 95 to rotate a very small angle, so that the second protruding block 96 overlaps and aligns with the first protruding block 94. The second protruding block 96 can be inserted into the slot only after it overlaps and aligns with the first protruding block 94.

[0033] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of the utility model and are not limiting. Although the utility model is described in detail with reference to the preferred embodiments, ordinary technicians in this field should understand that the technical solution of the utility model can be modified or replaced by equivalents without departing from the purpose and scope of the technical solution of the utility model, which should be included in the scope of the claims of the utility model.

Claims

1. A device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy, characterized in that: Comprising: Upper housing cover (1), lower housing cover (2), main control unit (3), network control unit (4), power control unit (5) and power voltage regulator (6); The main control unit (3), network control unit (4), power control unit (5) and power voltage regulator (6) are installed between the upper housing cover (1) and the lower housing cover (2); The main control unit (3) is communicatively connected to the network control unit (4), and the network control unit (4) is communicatively connected to the sensors of the external ocean buoy; The input end of the power voltage regulator (6) is used to access the mains power, the output end of the power voltage regulator (6) is connected to the input end of the power control unit (5), the power control unit (5) is used to reduce the mains power to the first working voltage and the second working voltage, the first working voltage provides the power supply voltage for the main control unit (3), the second working voltage provides the control voltage for the network control unit (4), and the control end of the power control unit (5) is connected to the control output end of the main control unit (3); The main control unit (3) and the network control unit (4) are installed on the inner wall of the upper housing cover (1), the power control unit (5) and the power voltage regulator (6) are installed on the inner wall of the lower housing cover (2), the main control unit (3) is surrounded by the power voltage regulator (6) and the network control unit (4), the voltage main control unit (3) is surrounded by the network control unit (4) and the power voltage regulator (6), and the occupied positions of the main control unit (3), network control unit (4), power control unit (5) and power voltage regulator (6) form a cross shape; One side of the upper housing cover (1) is hinged to the lower housing cover (2), and after the upper housing cover (1) and the lower housing cover (2) are buckled, they are positioned by friction.

2. The device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy according to claim 1, characterized in that: Sensor interfaces (7) are installed on both the upper housing cover (1) and the lower housing cover (2).

3. The device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy according to claim 2, characterized in that: An antenna interface (8) is installed on the upper housing cover (1).

4. The device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy according to claim 1, characterized in that:

5. The device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy according to claim 4, characterized in that: A breather valve (9) is installed on the upper housing cover (1) or the lower housing cover (2).

6. The device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy according to claim 5, characterized in that: The breather valve (9) includes: a breather pipe body (91), a pipe cap (92) and a filter layer. One end of the breather pipe body (91) is threadedly connected to the upper housing cover (), the breather pipe body (91) is internally connected to the upper housing cover (1), a pipe cap (92) is installed at the other end of the breather pipe body (91), and a filter layer is installed in the breather pipe body (91), and the filter layer is used to block the passage of dust and water vapor.

7. The device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy according to claim 6, characterized in that: An installation hole is formed on the upper housing cover (1), and a step for pressing the end of the breather pipe body (91) is formed on the inner wall of the installation hole.

8. The device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy according to claim 7, characterized in that: A clamping installation mechanism is installed in the breather pipe body (91), and the clamping installation mechanism is used to install the filter layer. The clamping installation mechanism includes: a first clamping ring (93), a second clamping ring and a screw. The filter layer is clamped between the first clamping ring (93) and the second clamping ring, and the first clamping ring (93) and the second clamping ring are positioned by the screw.

9. The device for monitoring the operation of an ocean buoy according to claim 8, characterized in that: A first protruding block (94) protrudes from the outside of the first clamping ring (93), a rotatable rotating ring (95) is installed inside the first clamping ring (93), a second protruding block (96) protrudes from the rotating ring (95), a spring (97) is installed between the rotating ring (95) and the inner wall of the first clamping ring (93), the end surface of the air-permeable tube body (91) close to the step is recessed to form a slot for inserting the first protruding block (94) and the second protruding block (96), the elastic force of the spring (97) is used to make the second protruding block (96) deviate from the first protruding block (94) and the first protruding block (94) and the second protruding block (96) cannot extend into the slot at the same time, the rotating ring (95) is recessed to form a pushing groove (950), an insertion foot protrudes from the second clamping ring, and the insertion foot and the edge of the filter layer can push the first protruding block (94) and the second protruding block (96) to overlap.

Citation Information

Patent Citations

  • Marine ecology monitoring buoy device

    CN219467940U