Support for underwater detector

Abstract

The utility model particularly discloses a support for an underwater detector. The support comprises a ship body connecting piece, an equipment connecting piece and a detection rod. The hull connecting piece is used for connecting a hull; the equipment connecting piece is used for connecting equipment; the ship body connecting piece and the equipment connecting piece are connected to the two ends of the detection rod respectively. The detection rod comprises at least two segmented rods; the ends of every two adjacent segmented rods are rotationally connected and detachably connected. According to the support for the underwater detector, by changing the structure of the support, the detection rod of the support has a large length adjusting range, and the adjustable range of the unfolding angle is wide.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of marine vessel accessories, and more specifically, to a bracket for an underwater detector. Background Technology

[0002] Underwater detectors are widely used in fisheries, scientific research, underwater navigation, and rescue, such as fish finders and sonar equipment. These detectors typically require the deployment of some components underwater to collect underwater data or detect targets. Installing and deploying underwater detection equipment on ships presents several challenges. For example, when installing hydrophones for fish finding on small boats, the traditional method is to directly attach the hydrophones to the bottom of the hull. However, this method can make it difficult to remove the equipment from the bottom of the hull, and the equipment itself is also easily damaged. In addition, the requirements of underwater detection missions are diverse, and detectors attached to the bottom of the hull lack operational flexibility.

[0003] In the prior art, a device for mounting equipment on a vessel allows users to install and deploy underwater detection equipment on a ship. The device includes a base member configured to support the instrument, an elongated spacer arm connected to the base member, and an elongated transducer arm that can be selectively deployed and pivotally connected to the spacer arm. The transducer arm is configured to pivot between a deployed position and a stored position. When the transducer arm is in the deployed position, the length of the transducer arm is at least sufficient to allow the transducer end to reach the water surface. When the transducer arm is in the stored position, the spacer arm is substantially parallel or collinear with the transducer arm, thereby allowing the device to be folded for compact storage.

[0004] The aforementioned underwater detector support scheme uses a telescopic probe rod (transducer arm) rotatably connected to a spacer arm. A detector is mounted at the end of the probe rod. When the probe rod is extended, its length is sufficient to allow its end to reach the water surface, thus enabling the deployment of the underwater detector. However, this design still has some drawbacks. Firstly, the probe rod's length is adjustable via a telescopic structure, which obviously limits its adjustable range. Secondly, the rotatable connection between the probe rod and the spacer arm restricts its extension angle, failing to meet the underwater operational requirements of different detectors. Furthermore, the assembly and maintenance of the probe rod are inconvenient. The probe rod includes both inner and outer telescopic arms; if it malfunctions, the cost of repair or replacement is high. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a support for an underwater detector. By changing the structure of the support, the length of the detector rod of the support can be adjusted to a large range, and the range of adjustable unfolding angle can be wide.

[0006] According to the purpose of this application, a bracket for an underwater detector is provided, including a hull connector, an equipment connector, and a detection rod; the hull connector is used to connect to a hull, and the equipment connector is used to connect to equipment; the hull connector and the equipment connector are respectively connected to both ends of the detection rod; the detection rod includes at least two segmented rods; wherein the ends of two adjacent segmented rods are rotatably connected and detachably connected.

[0007] In some embodiments, the probe rod further includes a locking mechanism; the segmented rod includes a rod arm and two transition parts; the two transition parts are respectively located at both ends of the rod arm, and the transition part of one segmented rod is locked to the other segmented rod by the locking mechanism.

[0008] In some embodiments, the locking mechanism includes a locking screw and a locking knob; the locking screw is connected to the locking knob by a bolt structure; wherein two adjacent transition parts are sleeved on the locking screw, and the locking screw and the locking knob cooperate to lock the two adjacent transition parts together.

[0009] In some embodiments, an annular washer is fitted onto the locking screw; the annular washer is located between two adjacent transition portions.

[0010] In some embodiments, the lever arm has a streamlined structure.

[0011] In some embodiments, the hull connector includes a mounting bracket; the mounting bracket has a universal mounting base and a socket connected to its two ends, the universal mounting base being used to connect to a universal hull, and the socket being used to connect to a matching sliding rail.

[0012] In some embodiments, the connector includes a locking housing, a ball plate, and a locking structure; the locking housing has embedded cavities at both ends; the ball plate includes a plate portion and a ball portion; the universal connector or socket is connected to the plate portion; wherein the ball portion is embedded in and confined within the embedded cavity, and the locking structure is used to contract or expand the embedded cavity to lock or unlock the ball portion.

[0013] In some embodiments, the locking housing includes two locking sub-shells; the locking structure includes a locking screw and a locking knob; the locking screw is connected to the locking knob by a bolt structure; wherein, the locking screw and the locking knob cooperate to adjust the distance between the two locking sub-shells, thereby adjusting the contraction or expansion of the embedded cavity.

[0014] In some embodiments, a transition piece is provided between the hull connector and the probe rod; the transition piece includes a first transition end and a second transition end, the first transition end is rotatably connected to the plate body, the second transition end is rotatably connected to the probe rod, and the rotation axes of the first transition end and the second transition end are perpendicular to each other.

[0015] In some embodiments, the segmented rod is provided with anti-slip grooves.

[0016] According to the technical solution of this utility model, the bracket for an underwater detector includes a hull connector, an equipment connector, and a detection rod. The hull connector is used to connect to the hull, and the equipment connector is used to connect to the equipment. The hull connector and the equipment connector are respectively connected to the two ends of the detection rod, and the overall structure of the bracket is simple. The detection rod includes at least two segmented rods, wherein the ends of two adjacent segmented rods are rotatably connected and detachably connected. First, the detection rod is composed of at least two segmented rods. Through the detachable connection structure of the segmented rods, the length of the detection rod can be easily adjusted to meet the needs of different underwater detection tasks. Second, the rotatable connection between adjacent segmented rods allows the detection rod to be adjusted to different angles when deployed, thereby adapting to the installation and use requirements of different underwater detectors and improving operational flexibility. Third, since the segmented rod adopts a detachable connection design, assembly and maintenance are convenient, and it can be disassembled and replaced individually, resulting in low maintenance costs. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The above and other features, properties and advantages of this application will become more apparent from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that the drawings are merely illustrative and are not drawn to scale, and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this application, wherein:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the support for the underwater detector according to this application;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a first three-dimensional assembly drawing of the bracket for the underwater detector of this application;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional assembly drawing of the segmented rod and locking mechanism of this application;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of the locking screw of this application;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the segmented rod of this application;

[0023] Figure 6 This is an enlarged view of point A in the perspective view of the segmented rod of this application;

[0024] Figure 7 This is a second three-dimensional assembly drawing of the bracket for the underwater detector in this application;

[0025] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional assembly drawing of the connector component of this application;

[0026] Figure 9 This is a perspective view of the universal connector of this application;

[0027] Figure 10 This is a perspective view of the socket in this application;

[0028] Figure 11 A first-view perspective perspective view of the adapter for this application;

[0029] Figure 12 A second-view perspective perspective view of the adapter of this application;

[0030] In the diagram: 1. Hull connector; 11. Connector; 111. Locking housing; 1110. Embedded cavity; 1111. Locking housing; 1112. Locking limiting groove; 112. Ball plate; 1121. Plate body; 1122. Ball body; 1123. Rod body; 113. Locking structure; 1131. Locking screw; 1132. Locking knob; 114. Anti-slip texture; 12. Universal connector; 121. Universal connector panel; 122. Connecting post; 123. Connecting groove; 13. Socket; 131. Positioning block; 2. 3. Equipment connector; 4. Detector rod; 5. Segment rod; 6. Rod arm; 7. Guide slope; 8. Adapter; 9. Gasket groove; 10. Locking countersunk hole; 11. Locking limit groove; 2. Anti-slip groove; 3. Locking mechanism; 4. Locking screw; 5. Screw head; 6. Screw body; 7. Locking limit block; 8. Locking knob; 9. Annular gasket; 10. Adapter; 11. First adapter end; 12. Second adapter end; 13. Locking groove; 14. Positioning hole; 15. Anti-slip protrusion. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.

[0032] The term "embodiment" as used herein means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with an embodiment may be included in at least one embodiment herein. This phrase appearing in the specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it limited to mutually exclusive, independent, or alternative embodiments. Those skilled in the art will understand that the embodiments herein can be combined with other embodiments without causing structural conflicts.

[0033] In this description, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the technical terms "installation," "connection," "joining," etc., should be interpreted broadly, and can refer to movable connections, fixed connections, or integration. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application according to the specific circumstances.

[0034] In this description, terms such as “up,” “down,” “left,” “right,” “height,” “length,” and “width,” which indicate orientation or positional relationships, are intended to accurately describe the embodiments and simplify the description, rather than to limit the parts or structures involved to have a specific orientation or to be installed or operated in a specific orientation.

[0035] Please see Figure 1 and 2 The figures show a perspective view of the support for an underwater detector and a first perspective assembly view of the support for an underwater detector, respectively. The support for the underwater detector includes a hull connector 1, an equipment connector 2, and a detection rod 3. The hull connector 1 is used to connect to the hull; specifically, the hull connector 1 can be connected to the ship's side or a ship's sliding rail. The equipment connector 2 is used to connect to the equipment; specifically, the equipment connector 2 can be connected to the underwater detector. The hull connector 1 and the equipment connector 2 are respectively connected to the two ends of the detection rod 3. The overall structure of the support for the underwater detector is relatively simple, allowing the detector to be not directly connected to the hull. Furthermore, the detection rod 3 includes at least two segmented rods 4, wherein adjacent segments... The two segmented rods 4 are rotatably and detachably connected at their ends. The advantages of this design are as follows: First, the detection rod 3 is composed of at least two segmented rods 4, and the ends of two adjacent segmented rods 4 are detachably connected. Through the detachable connection structure, the length of the detection rod 3 can be easily adjusted to meet the needs of different underwater detection tasks. Second, the rotatable connection of the ends of two adjacent segmented rods 4 allows the detection rod 3 to be adjusted to different angles when unfolded, thereby adapting to the installation and use requirements of different underwater detectors and improving operational flexibility. The detection rod 3 can also be folded and stored. Third, the detection rod 3 is composed of segmented rods 4, making its assembly and maintenance convenient. The segmented rods 4 can be replaced individually, resulting in lower maintenance costs.

[0036] Preferably, in this embodiment, the probe rod 3 includes three segmented rods 4.

[0037] Preferably, in this embodiment, the probe rod 3 further includes a locking mechanism 5.

[0038] Preferably, in this embodiment, a connector 6 is provided between the hull connector 1 and the probe rod 3.

[0039] Please see Figures 3-6The figures shown are a perspective assembly drawing of the segmented rod and locking mechanism, a perspective drawing of the locking screw, a perspective drawing of the segmented rod, and an enlarged view of point A in the perspective drawing of the segmented rod. The segmented rod 4 includes a rod arm 41 and two connecting parts 42. Specifically, the rod arm 41 is a long and thin plate, and the connecting parts 42 are circular blocks. The two connecting parts 42 are located at both ends of the rod arm 41, and the rod arm 41 is connected to the annular sidewall of the connecting part 42. The connecting parts 42 of one segmented rod 4 are locked to each other by a locking mechanism 5. Through the locking mechanism 5, the circular sides of the two connecting parts 42 can be locked together or unlocked.

[0040] Furthermore, the locking mechanism 5 includes a locking screw 51 and a locking knob 52. The locking screw 51 is connected to the locking knob 52 via a bolt structure. Specifically, the locking screw 51 includes a screw head 511 and a screw body 512. A locking limit block 513 is provided between the screw head 511 and the screw body 512. The locking limit block 513 is polygonal. Correspondingly, the adapter 42 is provided with a locking countersunk hole 422 that matches the screw head 511. The adapter 42 is also provided with a locking mechanism that matches the locking limit block 513. The limiting groove 423 is tightened; wherein, two adjacent transition parts 42 are sleeved on the locking screw 51, and the locking screw 51 cooperates with the locking knob 52 to lock the two adjacent transition parts 42 together. The two adjacent transition parts 42 are located between the screw head 511 and the locking knob 52. The locking knob 52 is shaped like a plum blossom and is easy to tighten or unlock by hand. The advantage of this solution is that the locking structure is simple and easy to understand. By adjusting the distance between the screw head 511 and the locking knob 52, the two adjacent segment rods 4 can be locked or unlocked.

[0041] Preferably, in this embodiment, the cross-section of the locking limit block 513 is quadrilateral.

[0042] Preferably, in this embodiment, an annular washer 53 is sleeved on the locking screw 51. The annular washer 53 is located between two adjacent transition parts 42. The annular washer 53 can prevent the two adjacent transition parts 42 from being excessively squeezed and thus causing wear.

[0043] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the adapter 42 is provided with a gasket groove 421 that matches the annular gasket 53. The gasket groove 421 is coaxially arranged with the screw through hole of the adapter 42, and the gasket groove 421, the locking countersunk hole 422 and the locking limiting groove 423 are coaxially arranged.

[0044] Preferably, in this embodiment, the lever arm 41 has a streamlined structure. Specifically, the lever arm 41 includes two guide slopes 411, which are located on both sides of the lever arm 41 to guide the water flow and reduce resistance.

[0045] Preferably, in this embodiment, the segmented rod 4 is provided with anti-slip grooves 43. Specifically, the anti-slip grooves 43 are located on the rod arm 41, and the rod arm 41 is provided with a plurality of anti-slip grooves 43, which are respectively arranged on the two guide slopes 411.

[0046] Please see Figure 7 The figure shows a second three-dimensional assembly view of the bracket for an underwater detector according to this application. The hull connector 1 includes a base 11, with a universal connector 12 and a socket 13 connected to both ends of the base 11. Specifically, an adapter 6 is provided between the base 11 and the socket 13. The two ends of the adapter 6 are rotatably connected to the base 11 and the segment rod 4, respectively, and the socket 13 is connected to the adapter 6. The universal connector 12 is used to connect to a universal hull, and the socket 13 is used to connect to a matching sliding rail. The advantage of this solution is that the universality and adaptability of the bracket can be increased through the cooperation of the universal connector 12 and the socket 13. The hull connector 1 can be connected to the ship's side or the sliding rail. Furthermore, after being connected to the hull through the universal connector 12 or the socket 13, the unused universal connector 12 or the socket 13 can be used to carry other marine equipment.

[0047] Please see Figure 8 The figure shows a three-dimensional assembly view of the connector 11 of this application. The connector 11 includes a locking housing 111, a ball plate 112, and a locking structure 113. The locking housing 111 has embedded cavities 1110 at both ends. The ball plate 112 includes a plate portion 1121 and a ball portion 1122. The plate portion 1121 is circular, and the ball portion 1122 is spherical. The embedded cavity 1110 is used to accommodate the ball portion 1122. The connector 12 or socket is a universal connector. 13 is connected to the plate portion 1121, wherein the ball plate 112 also includes a rod portion 1123, the rod portion 1123 is cylindrical, and the rod portion 1123 is located between the plate portion 1121 and the ball portion 1122; further, the ball portion 1122 is embedded and confined in the embedded cavity 1110, and the locking structure 113 is used to contract or expand the embedded cavity 1110 to lock or unlock the ball portion 1122, and the ball portion 1122 can be disengaged from the embedded cavity 1110.

[0048] The locking housing 111 includes two locking sub-shells 1111, and two embedded cavities 1110 are located between the two locking sub-shells 1111. The locking structure 113 includes a locking screw 1131 and a locking knob 1132. Specifically, the head of the locking screw 1131 is pentagonal, and the locking sub-shell 1111 is provided with a locking limiting groove 1112 that matches the shape of the head of the locking screw 1131. The turning part of the locking knob 1132 is rhomboid. Similar to the locking mechanism 5, the locking structure 113 has a locking mechanism that... The fixed screw 1131 is connected to the locking knob 1132 by a bolt structure. The locking screw 1131 and the locking knob 1132 cooperate to adjust the distance between the two locking shells 1111, thereby adjusting the contraction or expansion of the embedded cavity 1110. The advantage of this solution is that the embedded cavity 1110 cooperates with the ball part 1122. The production precision requirement of the ball part 1122 is low. The disassembly and installation of the universal connector 12 and the socket 13 are convenient. The angle adjustment of the ball plate part 112 is also more flexible.

[0049] Preferably, in this embodiment, the locking shell 1111 is provided with anti-slip texture 114.

[0050] Please see Figure 9 The figure shows a perspective view of the universal connector 12 of this application. The universal connector 12 includes a universal connector panel 121 and a connector post 122. The universal connector panel 121 is connected to the connector post 122. The universal connector panel 121 is provided with multiple sets of universal connector holes of different specifications. The connector post 122 is provided with a connector groove 123. The connector groove 123 matches the plate body 1121. The universal connector panel 121 and the plate body 1121 are connected by a bolt structure. Preferably, not shown in the figure, a reinforcing rib is provided between the universal connector panel 121 and the connector post 122. The reinforcing rib is arranged in a cross shape to increase the connection strength between the connector panel 121 and the connector post 122.

[0051] Please see Figure 10 The figure shown is a perspective view of the socket of this application, and the socket 13 is provided with a positioning block 131.

[0052] Please see Figure 11 and 12The figures shown are a first perspective view and a second perspective view of the adapter 6. The adapter 6 includes a first adapter end 61 and a second adapter end 62. The first adapter end 61 is rotatably connected to the plate body 1121, and the second adapter end 62 is rotatably connected to the probe rod 3. The rotation axes of the first adapter end 61 and the second adapter end 62 are perpendicular to each other. The first adapter end 61 is provided with a positioning hole 64 that matches the positioning block 131. The socket 13 is connected to the first adapter end 61. The adapter end 61 is also provided with a locking groove 63, which is located on the side adjacent to the connector 11. The locking groove 63 is a hexagonal slot with an anti-slip strip inside. The structure of the second adapter end 62 matches that of the adapter part 42. The second adapter end 62 and the adjacent adapter part 42 can be locked together by the locking mechanism 5. Preferably, the adapter part 6 is also provided with several anti-slip protrusions 65. An extension connection part is provided between the first adapter end 61 and the second adapter end 62, and the anti-slip protrusions 65 are located in the extension connection part.

[0053] The purpose of the above embodiments is to provide a detailed description of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, so that those skilled in the art can understand the technical concept of the present invention. Within the scope of the claims of the present invention, optimization or equivalent replacement of the involved part structure, as well as combination of implementation methods in different embodiments without causing structural and principle conflicts, all fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A bracket for an underwater detector, characterized in that, Includes hull connectors (1), equipment connectors (2), and probe rods (3); The hull connector (1) is used to connect the hull, and the equipment connector (2) is used to connect the equipment; The hull connector (1) and the equipment connector (2) are respectively connected to both ends of the probe rod (3); The probe rod (3) includes at least two segmented rods (4); The ends of two adjacent segment rods (4) are rotatably connected and detachably connected.

2. The bracket for an underwater detector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The probe rod (3) also includes a locking mechanism (5); The segmented rod (4) includes a rod arm (41) and two transition parts (42); The two connecting parts (42) are located at both ends of the arm part (41), and the connecting part (42) of one segment rod (4) and the connecting part (42) of the other segment rod (4) are locked together by a locking mechanism (5).

3. The bracket for an underwater detector according to claim 2, characterized in that, The locking mechanism (5) includes a locking screw (51) and a locking knob (52); The locking screw (51) is connected to the locking knob (52) by a bolt structure; The two adjacent adapters (42) are fitted onto the locking screw (51), and the locking screw (51) cooperates with the locking knob (52) to lock the two adjacent adapters (42) together.

4. The bracket for an underwater detector according to claim 3, characterized in that, An annular washer (53) is fitted onto the locking screw (51); The annular gasket (53) is located between two adjacent transition portions (42).

5. The bracket for an underwater detector according to claim 2, characterized in that, The lever arm (41) has a streamlined structure.

6. The bracket for an underwater detector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The hull connector (1) includes a mounting bracket (11); The two ends of the connector (11) are respectively connected to a universal connector (12) and a socket (13). The universal connector (12) is used to connect to a universal hull, and the socket (13) is used to connect to a matching sliding rail.

7. The bracket for an underwater detector according to claim 6, characterized in that, The receiving member (11) includes a locking housing (111), a ball plate member (112), and a locking structure (113); the locking housing (111) has embedded cavities (1110) at both ends; The ball plate component (112) includes a plate body portion (1121) and a ball body portion (1122); The universal connector (12) or socket (13) is connected to the plate body (1121); The spherical portion (1122) is embedded in and confined within the embedding cavity (1110), and the locking structure (113) is used to contract or expand the embedding cavity (1110) to lock or unlock the spherical portion (1122).

8. The bracket for an underwater detector according to claim 7, characterized in that, The locking housing (111) includes two locking sub-housings (1111); The locking structure (113) includes a locking screw (1131) and a locking knob (1132); The locking screw (1131) is connected to the locking knob (1132) by a bolt structure; The locking screw (1131) cooperates with the locking knob (1132) to adjust the distance between the two locking shells (1111), thereby adjusting the contraction or expansion of the embedded cavity (1110).

9. The bracket for an underwater detector according to claim 7, characterized in that, A connector (6) is provided between the hull connector (1) and the probe rod (3); The adapter (6) includes a first adapter end (61) and a second adapter end (62). The first adapter end (61) is rotatably connected to the plate body (1121), and the second adapter end (62) is rotatably connected to the probe rod (3). The rotation axes of the first adapter end (61) and the second adapter end (62) are perpendicular to each other.

10. The support for an underwater detector according to claim 1, characterized in that, The segmented rod (4) is provided with anti-slip grooves (43).

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