Water consumption monitoring structure for underground fire hydrant

Abstract

The utility model discloses a water consumption monitoring structure and method for an underground fire hydrant. The water consumption monitoring structure comprises an adapter, an electromagnetic water meter and a tooth buckle adapter, one end of the adapter is coaxially and fixedly connected with the water outlet I of the fire hydrant main body, and the other end of the adapter is coaxially and fixedly connected with one end of the electromagnetic water meter; one end of the tooth buckle adapter is coaxially and fixedly connected with the electromagnetic water meter, and the other end is fixedly connected with the blank cap; the electromagnetic water meter can be used for monitoring the pressure and the water outlet flow of the underground fire hydrant and acquiring the pressure data and the water outlet flow data I of the water outlet I; a communication module is arranged in the electromagnetic water meter and is used for communicating the electromagnetic water meter with an external background integrated management system; the electromagnetic water meter can transmit pressure data and water outlet flow data I to the background comprehensive management system through the communication module. The device can be directly installed on the underground fire hydrant, water consumption of the underground fire hydrant is monitored, and the large-area updating efficiency of the intelligent fire hydrant is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of fire safety technology, specifically relating to a water monitoring structure for underground fire hydrants. Background Technology

[0002] Urban safety is an important development goal and concept in my country, and fire safety is an important component of urban safety. As an important part of urban fire safety, the reliability of fire hydrants directly affects the efficiency of fire rescue. Therefore, it is necessary to monitor fire hydrants in the city to understand their water usage status in a timely manner, so as to prevent the impact on rescue and the waste of water resources.

[0003] In southern my country, fire hydrants are mostly installed above ground, making it easy to replace them with smart fire hydrants. However, in northern my country, to prevent fire hydrants from being damaged by impacts or cracking due to freezing in winter, underground fire hydrants are generally used, installed in underground wells. The lower part of the fire hydrant is buried underground, leaving only the water inlet at the top. Replacing all underground fire hydrants with smart fire hydrants would disrupt traffic, cause large-scale water outages, be inconvenient to construct, and be costly and inefficient. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of this, the present invention provides a water usage monitoring structure for underground fire hydrants, which can be directly installed on underground fire hydrants to monitor water usage and improve the efficiency of large-scale fire hydrant replacement.

[0005] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0006] A water monitoring structure for underground fire hydrants, the underground fire hydrant includes a fire hydrant body, a threaded connector and a cap; the fire hydrant body is provided with a water outlet I; the threaded connector is provided at the water outlet I of the fire hydrant body, and the cap is threadedly connected to the threaded connector.

[0007] The water monitoring structure includes an adapter, an electromagnetic water meter, and a toothed adapter.

[0008] One end of the adapter is coaxially and fixedly connected to the outlet I of the fire hydrant body, and the other end is coaxially and fixedly connected to one end of the electromagnetic water meter; one end of the threaded adapter is coaxially and fixedly connected to the electromagnetic water meter, and the other end is fixedly connected to the end cap.

[0009] The electromagnetic water meter can monitor the pressure and flow rate of underground fire hydrants and obtain the pressure data and flow rate data of outlet I.

[0010] The electromagnetic water meter is equipped with a communication module, which is used for communication between the electromagnetic water meter and the external background integrated management system.

[0011] Electromagnetic water meters can transmit pressure data and water flow rate data to the back-end integrated management system via a communication module.

[0012] Beneficial effects:

[0013] (1) This utility model can be directly installed at the outlet of existing underground fire hydrants to monitor the pressure and water flow of underground fire hydrants and transmit the data to the background integrated management system, so as to quickly realize the monitoring of water use of underground fire hydrants, improve the efficiency of large-area intelligent monitoring and updating of fire hydrants, and avoid the impact on traffic and other production and life.

[0014] (2) The split antenna of this utility model extends upward from the bottom of the underground well and is fixedly installed at the wellhead to ensure smooth and reliable communication of the electromagnetic water meter.

[0015] (3) The electromagnetic water meter of this utility model is equipped with a positioning module, which makes it easy to clearly identify the distribution and location of fire hydrants.

[0016] (4) The water monitoring structure provided by this utility model utilizes the threaded connector of the underground fire hydrant. After the water monitoring structure is assembled, it can be screwed into the fire hydrant body by thread, thereby improving the installation efficiency of the water monitoring structure.

[0017] (5) The water monitoring structure provided by this utility model connects the adapter and the electromagnetic water meter through clamp I, and connects the toothed adapter and the electromagnetic water meter through clamp II; it can realize the rapid assembly of the water monitoring structure and further improve the installation efficiency of the water monitoring structure.

[0018] (6) The water monitoring structure provided by this utility model uses an adapter to replace the threaded connector on the underground fire hydrant, which can shorten the size of the water monitoring structure to the maximum extent to prevent the water monitoring structure from being too long and the water inside the water monitoring structure from freezing in cold regions, thus affecting the rescue efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of an underground fire hydrant.

[0020] Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing an underground fire hydrant equipped with a water monitoring structure installed in an underground well;

[0021] Figure 3 Axonometric drawing of an underground fire hydrant equipped with water monitoring structure I;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a front view of an underground fire hydrant equipped with water monitoring structure I;

[0023] Figure 5 A side view of an underground fire hydrant equipped with water monitoring structure I;

[0024] Figure 6 Axonometric drawing of an underground fire hydrant equipped with water monitoring structure II;

[0025] Figure 7 This is a front view of an underground fire hydrant equipped with a water monitoring structure II.

[0026] Figure 8 A side view of an underground fire hydrant equipped with a water monitoring structure II;

[0027] Figure 9 Axonometric drawing of an underground fire hydrant equipped with water monitoring structure III;

[0028] Figure 10 This is a front view of an underground fire hydrant equipped with a water monitoring structure III.

[0029] Figure 11 This is a side view of an underground fire hydrant equipped with a water monitoring structure III.

[0030] Among them, 01-fire hydrant body, 02-threaded connector, 03-cap, 04-valve, 05-water supply branch pipe, 06-outlet I, 07-outlet II;

[0031] 1-Water monitoring structure I, 11-Adapter I, 12-Electromagnetic water meter I, 13-Threaded adapter I;

[0032] 2-Water monitoring structure II, 21-Adapter II, 22-Electromagnetic water meter II, 23-Threaded adapter II, 24-Clamp I, 25-Clamp II;

[0033] 3-Water monitoring structure III, 31-Adapter III, 32-Electromagnetic water meter III, 33-Threaded adapter III, 34-Clamp III, 35-Clamp IV;

[0034] 4-Split antenna. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0036] Example 1

[0037] This embodiment provides a water usage monitoring structure for underground fire hydrants, installed at the outlet of the underground fire hydrant; see attached document. Figure 1-3 The underground fire hydrant includes the fire hydrant body 01, the threaded connector 02, and the end cap 03;

[0038] The bottom of the fire hydrant body 01 is connected to the water supply branch pipe 05 through the valve 04. The top of the fire hydrant body 01 is provided with a water outlet I 06. The threaded connector 02 is provided at the water outlet I 06 of the fire hydrant body 01 for connecting fire hoses or other equipment. The threaded connector 02 is provided with threads. When the underground fire hydrant is not in use, the cap 03 is threadedly connected to the threaded connector 02 to seal the water outlet I 06 of the underground fire hydrant.

[0039] The water monitoring structure includes an adapter, an electromagnetic water meter, and a toothed adapter.

[0040] One end of the adapter is coaxially and fixedly connected to the outlet I06 of the fire hydrant body 01, and the other end is coaxially and fixedly connected to one end of the electromagnetic water meter; one end of the threaded adapter is coaxially and fixedly connected to the electromagnetic water meter, and the other end is fixedly connected to the end cap 03.

[0041] Electromagnetic water meters can monitor the pressure and flow rate of underground fire hydrants, acquire pressure data and flow rate data of outlet I06, and transmit the pressure data and flow rate data to the back-end integrated management system.

[0042] This embodiment provides a water usage monitoring structure that can be directly installed at the outlet of existing underground fire hydrants to monitor the pressure, flow rate, and status of the underground fire hydrants. This enables rapid monitoring of water usage in underground fire hydrants, improves the efficiency of large-scale urban renewal of smart fire hydrants, and avoids impacting traffic and other aspects of daily life.

[0043] In one embodiment, see Appendix Figure 2 The electromagnetic water meter is equipped with a communication module for communication between the electromagnetic water meter and the external background integrated management system. The communication module also includes a split antenna 4 set outside the electromagnetic water meter. The split antenna 4 extends upward from the bottom of the underground well and is fixedly set at the wellhead to ensure smooth and reliable communication of the electromagnetic water meter.

[0044] In one embodiment, the electromagnetic water meter is equipped with a positioning module, which collects the positioning information data of underground fire hydrants, and the electromagnetic water meter can transmit the positioning information data to the background integrated management system.

[0045] It should be noted that electromagnetic water meters can be structurally modified based on electromagnetic water meters on the market that have pressure monitoring, flow monitoring and communication functions.

[0046] Working principle:

[0047] A water monitoring structure is installed between the fire hydrant cover 03 and the fire hydrant body 01. One end of the water monitoring structure is connected to the water outlet Ⅰ06, and an electromagnetic water meter is installed in the middle. The other end is connected to the fire hydrant cover 03. The electromagnetic water meter is used to monitor the pressure and flow of the underground fire hydrant and transmit the relevant data to the background integrated management system.

[0048] This water monitoring structure is easy to install, can improve the efficiency of large-scale fire hydrant replacement, and avoids impacting traffic and other aspects of production and daily life.

[0049] Example 2

[0050] This embodiment proposes a specific implementation of a water monitoring structure based on Embodiment 1, such as... Figures 3-5 As shown, the water monitoring structure is water monitoring structure I1, the adapter is adapter I11, the electromagnetic water meter is electromagnetic water meter I12, and the toothed adapter is toothed adapter I13;

[0051] One end of the adapter I11 is provided with an external thread, which is threaded to the threaded connector 02 of the fire hydrant body 01, and the other end is provided with a flange; both ends of the electromagnetic water meter I12 are provided with flanges; one end of the threaded adapter I13 is provided with a flange, and the other end is provided with an internal thread and a thread.

[0052] One end of adapter I11 is connected to one end of electromagnetic water meter I12 via a flange; the other end of threaded adapter I13 is connected to electromagnetic water meter I12 via a flange; cap 03 is threadedly connected to threaded adapter I13; the threads on threaded adapter I13 are used to connect fire hoses or other equipment.

[0053] This embodiment provides a water monitoring structure that utilizes the threaded connector 02 of an underground fire hydrant. After the water monitoring structure Ⅰ1 is assembled, it can be screwed into the fire hydrant body 01 using threads, thereby improving the installation efficiency of the water monitoring structure.

[0054] Example 3

[0055] This embodiment proposes a specific implementation of a water monitoring structure based on Embodiment 1, such as... Figures 6-8 As shown, the water monitoring structure is water monitoring structure II2, the adapter is adapter II21, the electromagnetic water meter is electromagnetic water meter II22, and the toothed adapter is toothed adapter II23.

[0056] One end of adapter II21 is provided with an external thread, which is threaded to the threaded connector 02 of the fire hydrant body 01; the other end of adapter II21 is provided with an outwardly turned edge;

[0057] Electromagnetic water meter II22 has outward-curved edges at both ends; threaded adapter II23 has an outward-curved edge at one end and internal threads and threads at the other end.

[0058] The outward-facing edge of adapter II21 is coaxially aligned with the outward-facing edge of one end of electromagnetic water meter II22, and is fixedly connected by clamp I24; the outward-facing edge of threaded adapter II23 is coaxially aligned with the outward-facing edge of the other end of electromagnetic water meter II22, and is fixedly connected by clamp II25; the end cap 03 is threadedly connected to threaded adapter II23; the threads on threaded adapter II23 are used to connect fire hoses or other equipment.

[0059] This embodiment provides a water monitoring structure that connects adapter II21 and electromagnetic water meter II22 via clamp I24, and connects threaded adapter II23 and electromagnetic water meter II22 via clamp II25; this enables rapid assembly of water monitoring structure II2, further improving the installation efficiency of water monitoring structure.

[0060] Example 4

[0061] This embodiment proposes a specific implementation of a water monitoring structure based on Embodiment 1, such as... Figures 9-11 As shown, the water monitoring structure is water monitoring structure Ⅲ3, the adapter is adapter Ⅲ31, the electromagnetic water meter is electromagnetic water meter Ⅲ32, and the toothed adapter is toothed adapter Ⅲ33.

[0062] The adapter Ⅲ31 replaces the threaded connector 02 and is coaxially fixed at the outlet Ⅰ06 of the fire hydrant body 01. This fixing is weldable and snap-fit.

[0063] The adapter Ⅲ31 has an outwardly flared edge, and both ends of the electromagnetic water meter Ⅲ32 have outwardly flared edges; one end of the threaded adapter Ⅲ33 has an outwardly flared edge, and the other end has internal threads and threads.

[0064] The outward-facing edge of adapter III31 is coaxially aligned with the outward-facing edge of one end of electromagnetic water meter III32, and is fixedly connected by clamp III34; the outward-facing edge of threaded adapter III33 is coaxially aligned with the outward-facing edge of the other end of electromagnetic water meter III32, and is fixedly connected by clamp IV35; the end cap 03 is threadedly connected to threaded adapter III33; the threads on threaded adapter III33 are used to connect fire hoses or other equipment.

[0065] This embodiment uses adapter Ⅲ31 to replace the threaded connector 02 on the underground fire hydrant, which can minimize the size of the water monitoring structure and prevent the water monitoring structure from being too long, causing the water inside the water monitoring structure to freeze in cold regions and affecting rescue efficiency.

[0066] Example 5

[0067] Based on any one of the embodiments 1-4, this embodiment provides a method for monitoring water usage in underground fire hydrants, as follows:

[0068] The electromagnetic water meter is also equipped with a central processing module, a pressure acquisition module, a flow acquisition module, and an abnormal alarm module.

[0069] The pressure acquisition module, flow acquisition module, abnormal alarm module, positioning module, and communication module can all communicate with the central processing module.

[0070] The pressure acquisition module collects the aforementioned pressure data from outlet I06 and transmits it to the central processing module;

[0071] The flow acquisition module collects the aforementioned water flow data from the underground fire hydrant flowing out of outlet I06, designates this water flow data as water flow data I, and transmits it to the central processing module;

[0072] The positioning module collects the positioning information data of underground fire hydrants and transmits it to the central processing module;

[0073] The central processing module transmits pressure data, water flow data, and location information data to the external back-end integrated management system via the communication module;

[0074] The central processing module also determines the operating status of the fire hydrant based on pressure data and water flow data. When the operating status is normal, the central processing module transmits the normal operating status data to the external background integrated management system through the communication module. When the operating status is abnormal, the central processing module transmits a control signal to the abnormal alarm module, and the abnormal alarm module alarms. At the same time, the central processing module also transmits the abnormal operating status data to the external background integrated management system.

[0075] In this embodiment, the electromagnetic water meter is also equipped with a central processing module, an abnormal alarm module, and a positioning module. The central processing module can determine the operating status of the fire hydrant based on pressure data and water flow data. The abnormal alarm module can sound an alarm when the water flow from the fire hydrant is abnormal. The positioning module can locate the fire hydrant in a timely manner, which facilitates timely troubleshooting of the fire hydrant and ensures fire safety.

[0076] Furthermore, the central processing module can also calculate other water outlets on the fire hydrant (such as those shown in the attached diagram) based on the pressure data. Figure 1 The water flow data II of outlet II07 is obtained. Specifically, the central processing module calculates the approximate water volume as water flow data II based on the initial pressure data at the time of water discharge and the pressure change value and rate of change during the process until the flow stabilizes, combined with the pressure change time. The water flow data II is then transmitted to the background integrated management system through the communication module.

[0077] Furthermore, the central processing module can be pre-set to establish a correlation model between pressure changes and flow rate based on big data analysis, and calculate the effluent flow rate data II based on this model.

[0078] This embodiment provides a method for monitoring water usage and status of underground fire hydrants with dual outlets in northern regions. By installing a water usage and pressure monitoring device on only one outlet of the fire hydrant, the flow rate of all outlets of the fire hydrant can be monitored. This eliminates the need to install monitoring water meters at all outlets of the fire hydrant, saving costs and improving the efficiency of smart fire hydrant upgrades.

[0079] Furthermore, the central processing module determines the operating status of the fire hydrant based on pressure data and water flow rate data I as follows:

[0080] The central processing module compares the received pressure data with a preset threshold:

[0081] When the pressure data is not less than the threshold and the water flow rate data is equal to zero, the central processing module determines that the fire hydrant is operating normally.

[0082] Outside of normal operating conditions during a fire, when the pressure data is less than the threshold and the water flow rate is greater than zero, the central processing module determines that water is flowing from outlet I06 and that the fire hydrant's operating status is abnormal.

[0083] Outside of normal operating conditions during a fire, if the pressure data is below the threshold and the water flow rate is zero, water may flow from other outlets on the fire hydrant, as shown in the attached diagram. Figure 1 If the water outlet II07 in the fire hydrant is faulty, or if there is a problem with the water supply to the fire hydrant, the central processing module will determine that the fire hydrant is in an abnormal operating state.

[0084] In this embodiment, a water usage monitoring structure is installed on only one outlet of the fire hydrant to achieve status monitoring of all outlets. This allows for both positive judgment of the water flow status of the corresponding outlet and judgment of whether other outlets are abnormal. It eliminates the need to install monitoring water meters at all outlets of the fire hydrant, saving costs and improving the update efficiency of smart fire hydrants.

[0085] In summary, the above are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.

Claims

1. A water monitoring structure for an underground fire hydrant, the underground fire hydrant comprising a fire hydrant body, a threaded connector and a cap; the fire hydrant body is provided with a water outlet I; the threaded connector is provided at the water outlet I of the fire hydrant body, and the cap is threadedly connected to the threaded connector. Its features are, The water monitoring structure includes an adapter, an electromagnetic water meter, and a toothed adapter. One end of the adapter is coaxially and fixedly connected to the outlet I of the fire hydrant body, and the other end is coaxially and fixedly connected to one end of the electromagnetic water meter; one end of the threaded adapter is coaxially and fixedly connected to the electromagnetic water meter, and the other end is fixedly connected to the end cap. The electromagnetic water meter can monitor the pressure and flow rate of underground fire hydrants and obtain the pressure data and flow rate data of outlet I. The electromagnetic water meter is equipped with a communication module, which is used for communication between the electromagnetic water meter and the external background integrated management system. Electromagnetic water meters can transmit pressure data and water flow rate data to the back-end integrated management system via a communication module.

2. The water monitoring structure for underground fire hydrants as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The communication module also includes a split antenna located outside the electromagnetic water meter. The split antenna extends upward from the bottom of the underground well and is fixedly installed at the wellhead.

3. The water monitoring structure for underground fire hydrants as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The electromagnetic water meter is equipped with a positioning module, which collects the positioning information data of underground fire hydrants. The electromagnetic water meter can then transmit this positioning information data to the back-end integrated management system.

4. A water monitoring structure for underground fire hydrants as described in any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, One end of the adapter is provided with an external thread, which is threaded to connect with the threaded connector of the fire hydrant body, and the other end is provided with a flange; both ends of the electromagnetic water meter are provided with flanges; one end of the threaded adapter is provided with a flange, and the other end is provided with an internal thread and a thread. The adapter is connected to one end of the electromagnetic water meter via a flange; the threaded adapter is connected to the other end of the electromagnetic water meter via a flange; the end cap is threadedly connected to the threaded adapter.

5. A water monitoring structure for underground fire hydrants as described in any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, One end of the adapter is provided with an external thread, which is connected to the threaded connector of the fire hydrant body; the other end of the adapter is provided with an outward-flared edge. Both ends of the electromagnetic water meter are provided with outward-curved edges; one end of the threaded adapter is provided with an outward-curved edge, and the other end is provided with internal threads and threads. The outward-facing edge of the adapter is coaxially aligned with the outward-facing edge of one end of the electromagnetic water meter and is fixedly connected by clamp I; the outward-facing edge of the threaded adapter is coaxially aligned with the outward-facing edge of the other end of the electromagnetic water meter and is fixedly connected by clamp II; the end cap is threadedly connected to the threaded adapter.

6. A water monitoring structure for underground fire hydrants as described in any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, An adapter is used instead of a threaded connector and is coaxially fixed at the outlet I of the fire hydrant body; The adapter has an outward-curved edge, and both ends of the electromagnetic water meter have outward-curved edges; one end of the threaded adapter has an outward-curved edge, and the other end has internal threads and threads. The outward-facing edge of the adapter is coaxially aligned with the outward-facing edge of one end of the electromagnetic water meter and is fixedly connected by a clamp; the outward-facing edge of the threaded adapter is coaxially aligned with the outward-facing edge of the other end of the electromagnetic water meter and is fixedly connected by clamp IV; the end cap is threadedly connected to the threaded adapter.

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