Buoy for test

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of hydrological monitoring, and particularly relates to a buoy for testing, which comprises a floating body, the floating body comprises a first inflatable ring, a second inflatable ring and a third inflatable ring, the first inflatable ring is fixedly connected with the second inflatable ring and the third inflatable ring, the first inflatable ring is fixedly connected with a support, and the second inflatable ring is fixedly connected with the support. A circular ring is fixedly installed at the top end of the support, a frame is fixedly installed on the side edge of the circular ring, a photovoltaic panel is installed on the frame in an embedded mode, and a plurality of grating plates are installed on the support. According to the utility model, the floating body consists of the inflatable rings with different sizes, the floating body can be kept balanced and stable in complex water flow, the triangular bracket is stable and can support equipment, the four photovoltaic panels are arranged in a surrounding manner to efficiently receive solar energy, the photovoltaic inverter is matched with the storage battery to ensure stable power supply, the underwater monitor can collect various hydrological data, and the floating body is slightly interfered by the water surface; the anemorumbometer can measure meteorological parameters, and provides reliable guarantee for hydrological survey on the whole.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of hydrological monitoring, in particular to a buoy for testing. Background Art

[0002] Traditional hydrological surveys present several difficulties. In terms of energy supply, equipment previously relied on disposable batteries, which have limited power and require regular replacement. This increases costs and can easily interrupt data collection in remote areas or during long-term monitoring. Regarding data transmission, early devices lacked efficient communication modules, often requiring on-site physical connections to read data. This results in delayed data monitoring and makes it difficult to meet real-time requirements. Multi-parameter measurement is also complex, requiring multiple instruments to measure different parameters separately, increasing costs and operational difficulty, while also affecting data consistency.

[0003] Existing buoy technology also has limitations. Most floats are designed with a single, integral pontoon, which can easily tilt, flip, or even be washed away in complex currents, wind, and wave environments, affecting the reliability of data collection. Functional integration is low, with some buoys only capable of simple flow velocity or single water quality parameter measurement, unable to comprehensively measure multiple hydrological parameters, and rarely integrating meteorological parameter measurement capabilities. In terms of energy utilization, although solar energy is used, there are problems such as unreasonable installation locations of solar panels, which are blocked, and poor compatibility with energy storage and conversion equipment, making it impossible to fully utilize solar energy to provide continuous and stable power for equipment. Utility Model Content

[0004] (1) Technical problems solved

[0005] In view of the deficiencies in the prior art, the present invention provides a test buoy that solves the problems raised in the above-mentioned background technology.

[0006] (2) Technical solution

[0007] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the present invention specifically adopts the following technical solutions:

[0008] A test buoy includes a floating body, the floating body including a first inflatable ring, a second inflatable ring, and a third inflatable ring, the first inflatable ring being fixedly connected to the second and third inflatable rings, a bracket being fixedly connected to the first inflatable ring, a circular ring being fixedly mounted on the top of the bracket, a frame being fixedly mounted on the side of the circular ring, a photovoltaic panel being embedded and mounted on the frame, a plurality of grid plates being mounted on the bracket, the grid plates connecting the middle of the bracket, an anemometer being fixedly mounted on the top of the grid plates, an integrated box being mounted in the middle of the grid plates, and a monitor being connected to the bottom of the grid plates via a rod;

[0009] The monitor is integrated with a Doppler flow sensor, a water temperature sensor, a pH sensor, a dissolved oxygen sensor, a water level sensor and a turbidity sensor; the monitor is electrically connected to an integrated box, in which a processor and a communication module are installed, and the processor is electrically connected to an anemometer and a communication module.

[0010] Furthermore, the first inflatable ring and the second and third inflatable rings are separate entities, and the diameters of the second and third inflatable rings are smaller than those of the first inflatable ring.

[0011] Furthermore, four photovoltaic panels are installed through the frame and are installed around the four sides of the ring.

[0012] Furthermore, the bracket forms a triangle.

[0013] Furthermore, the length of the pole allows the monitor to be transported underwater.

[0014] Furthermore, a photovoltaic inverter and a battery are installed in the integrated box. The photovoltaic inverter is connected to the photovoltaic panel and the battery, and the battery supplies power to the internal devices.

[0015] (3) Beneficial effects

[0016] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a test buoy with the following beneficial effects:

[0017] The utility model has a float composed of inflatable rings of different sizes, which can maintain balance and stability in complex water flows. The triangular bracket is stable and can support equipment. The four photovoltaic panels are arranged in a surrounding manner to efficiently receive solar energy. The photovoltaic inverter and the battery cooperate to ensure stable power supply. The underwater monitor can collect various types of hydrological data and is less affected by the water surface. The wind speed and direction meter can measure meteorological parameters, providing reliable protection for hydrological tests as a whole. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a side view of the structure of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a system diagram of the monitoring instrument of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a system diagram of the connection principle of this utility model.

[0022] In the figure: 1. First inflatable ring; 2. Second inflatable ring; 3. Third inflatable ring; 4. Bracket; 5. Ring; 6. Frame; 7. Photovoltaic panel; 8. Grid plate; 9. Anemometer; 10. Integrated box; 11. Pole; 12. Monitor. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0023] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0024] Example

[0025] like Figure 1-4 As shown, a test buoy proposed in one embodiment of the present invention includes a floating body, wherein the floating body includes a first inflatable ring 1, a second inflatable ring 2 and a third inflatable ring 3. The first inflatable ring 1 is fixedly connected to the second inflatable ring 2 and the third inflatable ring 3. A bracket 4 is fixedly connected to the first inflatable ring 1, a circular ring 5 is fixedly installed on the top of the bracket 4, a frame 6 is fixedly installed on the side of the circular ring 5, a photovoltaic panel 7 is embedded and installed on the frame 6, a plurality of grid plates 8 are installed on the bracket 4, the grid plates 8 connect the middle part of the bracket 4, an anemometer 9 is fixedly installed on the top of the grid plates 8, an integrated box 10 is installed in the middle of the grid plates 8, and a monitor 12 is connected to the bottom of the grid plates 8 through a rod 11;

[0026] The monitor 12 is integrated with a Doppler flow sensor, a water temperature sensor, a pH sensor, a dissolved oxygen sensor, a water level sensor, and a turbidity sensor; the monitor 12 is electrically connected to an integrated box 10, in which a processor and a communication module are installed, and the processor is electrically connected to an anemometer 9 and a communication module;

[0027] 1. Floating body part

[0028] The first inflatable ring 1 is the main component of the float and provides the main buoyancy source for the entire buoy. Its relatively large size can ensure that the buoy floats stably on the water surface.

[0029] Second and third inflatable rings 2 and 3 are fixedly connected to first inflatable ring 1. Smaller in diameter than first inflatable ring 1, they provide additional support and stability for the buoy. In complex currents, the combination of multiple inflatable rings enhances the buoy's balance and resistance to interference.

[0030] 2. Bracket 4 parts

[0031] Bracket 4: This is fixed to the first inflatable ring 1 and is triangular in shape. The triangular structure provides stability and firmly supports the equipment above. It can maintain the stability of the entire structure under external forces such as water impact.

[0032] Grid plates 8: mounted on the bracket 4, used to connect the middle of the bracket 4. These grid plates 8 can enhance the strength of the bracket 4 on the one hand, and can reasonably distribute and fix other equipment on the other hand.

[0033] 3. Ring 5 and its associated structures

[0034] Ring 5: Located at the top of the bracket 4, it serves as a connecting component.

[0035] Frame 6: fixed to the side of the ring 5, providing a foundation for the installation of photovoltaic panels 7.

[0036] Photovoltaic panels 7: Four photovoltaic panels are mounted around the ring 5 via a frame 6. Their function is to convert solar energy into electrical energy to provide energy for the equipment on the buoy.

[0037] 4. Measurement and data processing part

[0038] Anemometer 9: fixedly installed on the top of the grid plate 8, used to measure meteorological parameters such as wind speed and wind direction above the water surface.

[0039] Integrated box 10: Installed in the middle of the grid plate 8, it contains a processor and a communication module. The processor is used to process the data collected by each sensor, and the communication module is used to transmit the data to an external receiving device.

[0040] Rod 11: Its length is designed to enable the monitoring device 12 to be transported underwater.

[0041] Monitor 12: It integrates multiple sensors, including Doppler flow sensor, water temperature sensor, pH sensor, dissolved oxygen sensor, water level sensor, and turbidity sensor. It can measure multiple hydrological parameters simultaneously.

[0042] 5. Energy management part

[0043] Photovoltaic inverter and battery in the integrated box 10: The photovoltaic inverter converts the electrical energy generated by the photovoltaic panel 7, and the battery is used to store electrical energy, providing a stable power supply for all equipment inside the buoy.

[0044] Here’s how it works:

[0045] Energy supply:

[0046] The four photovoltaic panels 7 on the buoy surround the ring 5, fully receiving solar energy and converting it into electrical energy. After conversion by the photovoltaic inverter, it is stored in the battery in the integrated box 10 to power the system equipment.

[0047] Data collection:

[0048] Water meteorological data collection: The anemometer 9 on the top of the grid plate 8 measures the wind speed and direction above the water surface in real time, converting the physical information into electrical signals.

[0049] Underwater hydrological data collection: The rod 11 places the monitor 12 underwater. The Doppler flow velocity sensor uses the Doppler effect to measure water flow velocity based on the frequency change of the sound wave signal. The water temperature sensor, pH sensor, dissolved oxygen sensor, water level sensor and turbidity sensor respectively collect corresponding hydrological parameters and convert them into electrical signals. All of these sensors are sensors that can be directly purchased and applied in the existing market and belong to existing technologies.

[0050] Data processing and transmission:

[0051] The data electrical signals collected by each sensor are transmitted to the integrated box 10, and the internal processor converts them into readable data information. The data is then transmitted to an external receiving terminal through a communication module in a wireless transmission manner, such as satellite communication, GPRS, etc., for relevant personnel to analyze, make decisions and issue early warnings.

[0052] Buoy stability and balance:

[0053] The float consists of a first inflatable ring 1, a second inflatable ring 2 and a third inflatable ring 3. The first inflatable ring 1 provides the main buoyancy, and the second and third inflatable rings 3 provide auxiliary stability, ensuring that the buoy maintains balance in a complex water environment, enabling the measuring equipment to work stably and ensuring the data is accurate and reliable.

[0054] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the first inflatable ring 1 and the second inflatable ring 2 and the third inflatable ring 3 are separate entities, and the diameters of the second inflatable ring 2 and the third inflatable ring 3 are smaller than those of the first inflatable ring 1; from the perspective of buoyancy distribution, the first inflatable ring 1 serves as the main buoyancy provider, and its larger diameter can generate greater buoyancy, which is sufficient to support the weight of the entire buoy structure and the equipment installed thereon.

[0055] Although the second and third inflatable rings 2 and 3 are smaller in diameter, they play a supporting role. In complex water environments, such as those encountering current impacts or wind and waves, the smaller second and third inflatable rings 3 can provide additional buoyancy support points at different positions and angles, helping the buoy maintain balance and stability.

[0056] In terms of spatial layout, this design of different sizes can make the three inflatable rings more reasonably distributed in space, avoiding structural crowding and facilitating the adjustment of the entire buoy's posture in the water to prevent tilting or flipping.

[0057] like Figure 2As shown, in some embodiments, four photovoltaic panels 7 are installed through a frame 6 and are installed around the four sides of the ring 5; the four photovoltaic panels 7 are installed around the four sides of the ring 5. This surrounding layout allows the photovoltaic panels 7 to receive sunlight at different angles to the maximum extent regardless of how the buoy rotates on the water surface or changes direction due to water flow, wind and waves.

[0058] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the bracket 4 forms a triangle; a triangle is a highly stable geometric shape. In mechanical structures, the three sides of a triangle support each other, capable of withstanding external forces from all directions. Buoys in complex aquatic environments are subject to a variety of external forces, such as the impact of currents and the impact of wind and waves. The triangular structure of the bracket 4 can effectively resist these external forces and maintain the stability of the entire buoy structure.

[0059] like Figure 2 As shown, in some embodiments, the length of rod 11 allows monitoring device 12 to be transported underwater. The underwater environment is more stable than the surface, reducing the possibility of damage to monitoring device 12 due to impact with floating objects on the water surface or shaking caused by strong winds. Rod 11 suspends monitoring device 12 in a suitable underwater position, providing a certain degree of protection for monitoring device 12 and extending its service life.

[0060] like Figure 4 As shown, in some embodiments, the integrated box 10 also includes a photovoltaic inverter and a battery. The photovoltaic inverter is connected to the photovoltaic panel 7 and the battery, which provides power to the internal devices. This design within the integrated box 10 ensures a stable power supply for the entire buoy system. The synergistic operation of the photovoltaic inverter and the battery ensures that even in complex and changing environments, such as those in the waters experiencing unstable sunlight due to inclement weather, the internal devices maintain a stable and reliable power supply, preventing them from suspending operation due to power outages. This ensures the continuity of hydrological data collection and transmission.

[0061] Finally, it should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art will be able to modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments or replace some of the technical features therein with equivalents. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A test buoy, comprising a floating body, characterized in that: The floating body comprises a first inflatable ring (1), a second inflatable ring (2) and a third inflatable ring (3), the first inflatable ring (1) is fixedly connected to the second inflatable ring (2) and the third inflatable ring (3), a bracket (4) is fixedly connected to the first inflatable ring (1), a circular ring (5) is fixedly installed on the top of the bracket (4), a frame (6) is fixedly installed on the side of the circular ring (5), a photovoltaic panel (7) is embedded and installed on the frame (6), a plurality of grid plates (8) are installed on the bracket (4), the grid plates (8) connect the middle part of the bracket (4), an anemometer (9) is fixedly installed on the top of the grid plates (8), an integrated box (10) is installed in the middle of the grid plates (8), and the bottom of the grid plates (8) is connected to a monitor (12) through a rod (11); The monitor (12) is integrated with a Doppler flow sensor, a water temperature sensor, a pH sensor, a dissolved oxygen sensor, a water level sensor, and a turbidity sensor; the monitor (12) is electrically connected to an integrated box (10), a processor and a communication module are installed in the integrated box (10), and the processor is electrically connected to an anemometer (9) and the communication module.

2. A test buoy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first inflatable ring (1), the second inflatable ring (2) and the third inflatable ring (3) are separate entities, and the diameters of the second inflatable ring (2) and the third inflatable ring (3) are smaller than the diameter of the first inflatable ring (1).

3. A test buoy according to claim 1, characterized in that: Four photovoltaic panels (7) are installed through the frame (6) and are installed around the four sides of the ring (5).

4. A test buoy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bracket (4) forms a triangle.

5. A test buoy according to claim 1, characterized in that: The length of the rod (11) allows the monitoring device (12) to be transported underwater.

6. A test buoy according to claim 1, characterized in that: A photovoltaic inverter and a storage battery are also installed in the integrated box (10). The photovoltaic inverter is connected to the photovoltaic panel (7) and the storage battery, and the storage battery supplies power to the internal devices.

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