Buoy structure of acoustic array

Abstract

The utility model discloses a buoy structure of an acoustic array, relates to the technical field of acoustic array buoys, and solves the problems that if organisms in the ocean attached to the bottom side are difficult to process, the organisms in the ocean may be attached to the surfaces of the buoy and the acoustic array, such as a coat, the acoustic characteristics are changed, the acoustic signal transmission and receiving efficiency is reduced, and the acoustic signal transmission and receiving efficiency is reduced. The device comprises an annular frame and a buoy body, a cleaning mechanism comprises a working groove, a gear is fixedly installed at the output end of a servo motor, a brush strip is fixedly installed on the bottom face of a gear ring, and the inner side of the brush strip is located on the outer side of the bottom of the buoy body. The rotating toothed ring can effectively drive the brush strip installed on the bottom face to rotate synchronously, and the brush strip rotating synchronously can brush away marine organisms attached to the outer side of the bottom of the buoy body, so that the buoy body is kept clean, and normal operation and performance exertion of the buoy body are guaranteed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of acoustic array buoy technology, and in particular to an acoustic array buoy structure. Background Technology

[0002] Acoustic array buoys have a wide range of applications. In marine scientific research, they can monitor environmental parameters and provide data for oceanographers; in resource exploration, they can detect seabed topography and provide a basis for development; in the military field, they are used for underwater surveillance and anti-submarine warfare; and they can also be applied to marine engineering construction and ecological protection.

[0003] Patent publication number "CN219406811U" discloses a "Collision-Avoiding Buoy Device Based on Marine Exploration, Positioning, and Recovery," comprising a buoy unit with a collision-avoiding structure. The buoy unit includes a float body, with supporting components and connecting components on the float body, and a counterweight at the bottom of the connecting components. The collision-avoiding structure includes a mounting ring mounted on the float body, connected to a protective ring via multiple connecting posts, and equipped with multiple sets of buffer collision-avoiding units. This structure offers flexible assembly and adjustment through a modular design, and group replacement is more economical, convenient, and quick. The ring-shaped collision protection provides elastic buffering and force dissipation, offering flexible protection and improved safety. The overall structure of the device is simple and reasonable, easy to deploy and use, and flexible and easy to maintain.

[0004] If the device in the aforementioned patent has difficulty handling marine organisms attached to the bottom, these marine organisms may attach to the surface of the buoy and acoustic array, like being covered in a "coat," which will change the acoustic characteristics, reduce the efficiency of acoustic signal transmission and reception, and affect the normal operation of the system. Utility Model Content

[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0006] To address the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides a buoy structure for an acoustic array.

[0007] (II) Technical Solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model is implemented through the following technical solution: a buoy structure for an acoustic array, comprising an annular frame and a buoy body, wherein the outer side of the buoy body is snapped into the inner side of the annular frame, a cleaning mechanism is provided on the bottom side of the annular frame, a traction mechanism is provided below the buoy body, and protective mechanisms are respectively provided on the outer side of the annular frame.

[0009] The cleaning mechanism includes a working trough, which is located inside an annular frame. A servo motor is fixedly installed on the top wall of the working trough. The output end of the servo motor is rotatably connected to the bottom wall of the working trough and the bottom surface of the annular frame. A gear is fixedly installed on the output end of the servo motor. A toothed ring is meshed on one side of the gear. A brush strip is fixedly installed on the bottom surface of the toothed ring. The inner side of the brush strip is located on the outer side of the bottom of the buoy body.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the rotating toothed ring can effectively drive the brush strips installed on the bottom surface to rotate synchronously. The synchronously rotating brush strips can remove marine organisms attached to the outer bottom of the buoy body, thereby keeping the buoy body clean and ensuring its normal operation and performance. This solves the problem that if it is difficult to deal with marine organisms attached to the bottom, these marine organisms may attach to the surface of the buoy and acoustic array, which, like a "coat," will change the acoustic characteristics, reduce the efficiency of acoustic signal transmission and reception, and affect the normal operation of the system.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of the buoy structure of the acoustic array described in this utility model, the traction mechanism includes a connecting block and a traction rope, with the top end of the traction rope fixedly installed at the bottom end of the connecting block and the bottom end of the traction rope fixedly installed with the traction block.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, the traction block installed at the bottom of the traction rope can effectively achieve the traction effect.

[0013] In a preferred embodiment of the buoy structure of the acoustic array described in this utility model, the top end of the connecting block of the traction mechanism is fixedly installed on the bottom surface of the buoy body, the inner side of the toothed ring of the cleaning mechanism is rotatably connected to the outer side of the bottom of the annular frame, and the bottom end of the brush strip is rotatably connected to the outer side of the connecting block.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the connecting block installed on the bottom of the buoy body can effectively enable the traction mechanism to perform traction, preventing the buoy body from drifting with the current and ensuring that the buoy can stay stably in a specific position, thereby better playing its role in marine monitoring and other fields.

[0015] In a preferred embodiment of the buoy structure of the acoustic array described in this utility model, the protective mechanism includes a shock-absorbing rod and a protective plate. The inner side of the protective plate is fixedly installed at one end of the shock-absorbing rod, and the inner side of the protective plate is fixedly installed with reinforcing strips.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, the protective plates installed at one end of the shock absorber rod can effectively protect the device and prevent damage from external impacts and collisions. At the same time, the shock absorber rod can play a good role in shock absorption and buffering. When the device is subjected to external impact, the shock absorber rod can absorb and disperse the impact force, further protecting the precision components inside the device and ensuring the stable operation and service life of the device.

[0017] In a preferred embodiment of the acoustic array buoy structure of this utility model, the other end of the shock-absorbing rod of the protective mechanism is fixedly installed on the outside of the annular frame, and reflective strips are fixedly installed on the top outer side of the buoy body.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the reflective strips installed on the outer top of the buoy body can effectively present a reflective effect, which can, to a certain extent, scare away birds and prevent them from landing on the surface of the device, thereby reducing the damage and interference that birds may cause to the device. In addition, the reflective strips can further improve the reflective effect, making the location of the device clearer. Whether it is day or night, it can make people more likely to find and identify the device, thus facilitating the normal operation and maintenance of the device.

[0019] In a preferred embodiment of the buoy structure of the acoustic array described in this utility model, the top wall of the working groove of the cleaning mechanism is provided with heat dissipation holes that penetrate the top surface of the annular frame, and a cover is provided above the heat dissipation holes, with the bottom end of the cover fixedly installed on the top surface of the annular frame.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the heat dissipation holes can effectively play a heat dissipation role, ensuring that the heat generated during the operation of the device can be dissipated in a timely manner. At the same time, the cover can effectively prevent rainwater from entering the device.

[0021] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0022] This invention provides a buoy structure for an acoustic array. It has the following advantages:

[0023] 1. By adding a cleaning mechanism, the rotating toothed ring can effectively drive the brush strips installed on the bottom to rotate synchronously. The synchronously rotating brush strips can remove marine organisms attached to the outer bottom of the buoy body, thereby keeping the buoy body clean and ensuring its normal operation and performance. This solves the problem that if it is difficult to deal with marine organisms attached to the bottom, these marine organisms may adhere to the surface of the buoy and acoustic array, like a "coat", which will change the acoustic characteristics, reduce the efficiency of acoustic signal transmission and reception, and affect the normal operation of the system.

[0024] 2. By adding reflective strips, which are installed on the outer top of the buoy body, a reflective effect can be effectively achieved. This can deter birds to some extent, preventing them from landing on the surface of the device and reducing potential damage and interference from birds. In addition, the reflective strips can further improve the reflective effect, making the location of the device clearer. Whether it is day or night, the device can be more easily found and identified, facilitating its normal operation and maintenance. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 2 This is a front view structural diagram of the entire utility model.

[0028] Figure 3 This is a right-side half-sectional view of the overall structure of this utility model.

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the overall left-side half-section structure of this utility model.

[0030] In the diagram, 1. Buoy body; 2. Annular frame; 3. Cleaning mechanism; 31. Working groove; 32. Servo motor; 33. Gear; 34. Gear ring; 35. Brush strip; 4. Traction mechanism; 41. Connecting block; 42. Traction rope; 43. Traction block; 5. Protective mechanism; 51. Shock absorber rod; 52. Protective plate; 53. Reinforcing strip; 6. Reflective strip; 7. Heat dissipation hole; 8. Cover. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0032] Example 1

[0033] Reference Figures 1 to 4 This is the first embodiment of the present invention. This embodiment provides a buoy structure for an acoustic array including an annular frame 2 and a buoy body 1. The outer side of the buoy body 1 is snapped into the inner side of the annular frame 2. A cleaning mechanism 3 is provided on the bottom side of the annular frame 2. A traction mechanism 4 is provided below the buoy body 1. A protective mechanism 5 is provided on the outer side of the annular frame 2.

[0034] The cleaning mechanism 3 includes a working groove 31, which is located inside the annular frame 2. A servo motor 32 is fixedly installed on the top wall of the working groove 31. The output end of the servo motor 32 is rotatably connected to the bottom wall of the working groove 31 and the bottom surface of the annular frame 2. A gear 33 is fixedly installed on the output end of the servo motor 32. A toothed ring 34 meshes with one side of the gear 33. A brush strip 35 is fixedly installed on the bottom surface of the toothed ring 34. The inner side of the brush strip 35 is located on the outer side of the bottom of the buoy body 1.

[0035] Specifically, the traction mechanism 4 includes a connecting block 41 and a traction rope 42. The top end of the traction rope 42 is fixedly installed at the bottom end of the connecting block 41, and a traction block 43 is fixedly installed at the bottom end of the traction rope 42. The top end of the connecting block 41 of the traction mechanism 4 is fixedly installed on the bottom surface of the buoy body 1. The inner side of the toothed ring 34 of the cleaning mechanism 3 is rotatably connected to the outer side of the bottom of the annular frame 2, and the bottom end of the brush strip 35 is rotatably connected to the outer side of the connecting block 41.

[0036] Furthermore, the cleaning mechanism 3, through the servo motor 32 installed on the top wall of the working tank 31, can effectively rotate the gear 33 installed at the bottom output end. The rotating gear 33 can effectively drive the gear ring 34 meshing on one side to rotate. The rotating gear ring 34 can effectively drive the brush strip 35 installed on the bottom surface to rotate synchronously. The synchronously rotating brush strip 35 can remove marine organisms attached to the bottom outer side of the buoy body 1, thereby keeping the buoy body 1 clean and ensuring its normal operation and performance. The outer side of the buoy body 1 is locked to the inner side of the annular frame 2, and the inner side of the gear ring 34 is rotatably connected to the bottom outer side of the annular frame 2.

[0037] The traction mechanism 4 can effectively achieve the traction effect through the traction block 43 installed at the bottom of the traction rope 42, while the top of the traction rope 42 is installed at the bottom of the connecting block 41, the top of the connecting block 41 is installed on the bottom surface of the buoy body 1, and the bottom of the brush strip 35 of the cleaning mechanism 3 is rotatably connected to the outside of the connecting block 41.

[0038] Example 2

[0039] Reference Figures 1 to 4 This is the first embodiment of the present utility model. This embodiment is based on the previous embodiment. The protective mechanism 5 includes a shock-absorbing rod 51 and a protective plate 52. The inner side of the protective plate 52 is fixedly installed at one end of the shock-absorbing rod 51. The inner side of the protective plate 52 is fixedly installed with reinforcing strips 53. The other end of the shock-absorbing rod 51 of the protective mechanism 5 is fixedly installed on the outer side of the annular frame 2. The outer side of the top of the buoy body 1 is fixedly installed with reflective strips 6.

[0040] Specifically, the top wall of the working trough 31 of the cleaning mechanism 3 is provided with heat dissipation holes 7 that penetrate the top surface of the annular frame 2. A cover 8 is provided above the heat dissipation holes 7, and the bottom end of the cover 8 is fixedly installed on the top surface of the annular frame 2.

[0041] Furthermore, the protective mechanism 5, through the protective plates 52 installed at one end of the shock absorber 51, can effectively protect the device and prevent damage to the device from external impacts and collisions. At the same time, the shock absorber 51 can play a good role in shock absorption and buffering. When the device is subjected to external impact, the shock absorber 51 can absorb and disperse the impact force, further protecting the precision components inside the device and ensuring the stable operation and service life of the device. Then, the reinforcing strips 53 installed on the inner side of the protective plate 52 can effectively strengthen the device. The other end of the shock absorber 51 is installed on the outer side of the annular frame 2.

[0042] The reflective strips 6 installed on the outer top of the buoy body 1 effectively reflect light, which can scare away birds to some extent. In addition, the reflective strips 6 can further improve the reflection effect, making the location of the device clearer and making it easier for people to find and identify the device, thus facilitating the normal operation and maintenance of the device. The heat dissipation holes 7 that penetrate the top surface of the annular frame 2 are opened on the top wall of the working groove 31 of the cleaning mechanism 3, which can effectively dissipate heat and ensure that the heat generated by the device during operation can be dissipated in time. At the same time, the cover 8 installed on the top surface of the annular frame 2 can effectively prevent rainwater from entering the device.

[0043] Working principle: The cleaning mechanism 3, through the servo motor 32 installed on the top wall of the working tank 31, can effectively rotate the gear 33 installed at the bottom output end. The rotating gear 33 can effectively drive the gear ring 34 meshing on one side to rotate. The rotating gear ring 34 can effectively drive the brush strip 35 installed on the bottom surface to rotate synchronously. The synchronously rotating brush strip 35 can remove marine organisms attached to the bottom outer side of the buoy body 1, thereby keeping the buoy body 1 clean and ensuring its normal operation and performance. The outer side of the buoy body 1 is locked to the inner side of the annular frame 2, and the inner side of the gear ring 34 is rotatably connected to the bottom outer side of the annular frame 2.

[0044] The traction mechanism 4 can effectively achieve the traction effect through the traction block 43 installed at the bottom of the traction rope 42, while the top of the traction rope 42 is installed at the bottom of the connecting block 41, the top of the connecting block 41 is installed on the bottom surface of the buoy body 1, and the bottom of the brush strip 35 of the cleaning mechanism 3 is rotatably connected to the outside of the connecting block 41.

[0045] The protective mechanism 5, with protective plates 52 installed at one end of the shock absorber 51, can effectively protect the device and prevent damage from external impacts and collisions. At the same time, the shock absorber 51 can play a good role in shock absorption and buffering. When the device is subjected to external impact, the shock absorber 51 can absorb and disperse the impact force, further protecting the precision components inside the device and ensuring the stable operation and service life of the device. Then, the reinforcing strips 53 installed on the inner side of the protective plate 52 can effectively strengthen the device. The other end of the shock absorber 51 is installed on the outer side of the annular frame 2.

[0046] The reflective strips 6 installed on the outer top of the buoy body 1 effectively reflect light, which can scare away birds to some extent. In addition, the reflective strips 6 can further improve the reflection effect, making the location of the device clearer and making it easier for people to find and identify the device, thus facilitating the normal operation and maintenance of the device. The heat dissipation holes 7 that penetrate the top surface of the annular frame 2 are opened on the top wall of the working groove 31 of the cleaning mechanism 3, which can effectively dissipate heat and ensure that the heat generated by the device during operation can be dissipated in time. At the same time, the cover 8 installed on the top surface of the annular frame 2 can effectively prevent rainwater from entering the device.

[0047] It should be noted that in this paper, relational terms such as first and second are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations.

Claims

1. A buoy structure for an acoustic array, comprising an annular frame (2) and a buoy body (1), characterized in that: The outer side of the buoy body (1) is snapped into the inner side of the annular frame (2). A cleaning mechanism (3) is provided on the bottom side of the annular frame (2). A traction mechanism (4) is provided below the buoy body (1). A protective mechanism (5) is provided on the outer side of the annular frame (2). The cleaning mechanism (3) includes a working groove (31), which is located inside the annular frame (2). A servo motor (32) is fixedly installed on the top wall of the working groove (31). The output end of the servo motor (32) is rotatably connected to the bottom wall of the working groove (31) and the bottom surface of the annular frame (2). A gear (33) is fixedly installed on the output end of the servo motor (32). A gear ring (34) meshes with one side of the gear (33). A brush strip (35) is fixedly installed on the bottom surface of the gear ring (34). The inner side of the brush strip (35) is located on the outer side of the bottom of the buoy body (1).

2. The buoy structure of an acoustic array according to claim 1, characterized in that: The traction mechanism (4) includes a connecting block (41) and a traction rope (42). The top end of the traction rope (42) is fixedly installed at the bottom end of the connecting block (41), and the bottom end of the traction rope (42) is fixedly installed with a traction block (43).

3. The buoy structure of an acoustic array according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top of the connecting block (41) of the traction mechanism (4) is fixedly installed on the bottom surface of the buoy body (1), the inner side of the toothed ring (34) of the cleaning mechanism (3) is rotatably connected to the outer side of the bottom of the ring frame (2), and the bottom end of the brush strip (35) is rotatably connected to the outer side of the connecting block (41).

4. The buoy structure of an acoustic array according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective mechanism (5) includes a shock-absorbing rod (51) and a protective plate (52). The inner side of the protective plate (52) is fixedly installed at one end of the shock-absorbing rod (51), and a reinforcing strip (53) is fixedly installed on the inner side of the protective plate (52).

5. The buoy structure of an acoustic array according to claim 4, characterized in that: The other end of the shock-absorbing rod (51) of the protective mechanism (5) is fixedly installed on the outside of the ring frame (2), and reflective strips (6) are fixedly installed on the top outside of the buoy body (1).

6. The buoy structure of an acoustic array according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top wall of the working groove (31) of the cleaning mechanism (3) is provided with heat dissipation holes (7) that penetrate the top surface of the annular frame (2). A cover (8) is provided above the heat dissipation holes (7), and the bottom end of the cover (8) is fixedly installed on the top surface of the annular frame (2).

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