Underwater plugging test device for connector

Abstract

The utility model discloses a connector underwater plugging test device, which comprises a water tank, a sealing end cover, a mounting rack, a driving assembly, a movable clamp, a fixed clamp and an information acquisition device, and is characterized in that the sealing end cover is arranged at one end of the water tank in a sealing manner; the mounting frame comprises a supporting frame, a guide rail and a connecting rod, and the supporting frame is far away from the sealing end cover and fixedly arranged on the bottom wall of an inner cavity of the water tank; the guide rail and the connecting rod are arranged between the supporting frame and the sealing end cover side by side. The driving assembly comprises a driving mechanism and a lead screw, and the driving mechanism is fixedly arranged on the connecting rod; one end of the lead screw is connected with the output end of the driving mechanism, and the other end of the lead screw is rotationally connected with the supporting frame. The movable clamp is movably arranged on the guide rail, the movable clamp is in threaded connection with the lead screw, and a plug connector is arranged on the movable clamp. Therefore, the actual working condition of the underwater connector during plugging and unplugging can be accurately simulated, and the comprehensiveness and the accuracy of underwater connector testing are effectively improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of connector testing, and in particular to an underwater connector insertion and removal testing device. Background Technology

[0002] In many fields such as modern marine engineering, underwater communication, and deep-sea exploration, the performance and reliability of underwater connectors play a crucial role. However, the conventional methods currently used for testing the underwater connection performance of underwater connectors have several significant shortcomings.

[0003] Typically, the existing testing procedure involves placing the connector in a specialized water container to test its sealing performance. This process requires the use of complex sealing devices and high-precision pressure sensors to create a specific water pressure environment that simulates actual underwater pressure conditions, thereby observing whether the connector exhibits any sealing failures such as leakage under this environment.

[0004] Currently, traditional testing methods are only applicable to the performance evaluation of dry-plug watertight connectors. For wet-plug connectors, which require direct underwater insertion and removal in practical applications, existing testing methods cannot simulate this critical working scenario. This results in the inability to obtain key performance data of wet-plug connectors during actual underwater insertion and removal processes, such as dynamic changes in insertion and removal force, real-time fluctuations in contact resistance, and signal transmission stability. This creates a significant technical blind spot in the research and development and quality control of wet-plug connectors, severely restricting their promotion and application in related fields, failing to meet the growing demand for underwater equipment connections, and greatly affecting the reliability and stability of the entire underwater system. Utility Model Content

[0005] This invention aims to at least partially solve one of the technical problems in related technologies. Therefore, the purpose of this invention is to provide an underwater connector insertion / removal testing device that can accurately simulate the actual working conditions during underwater insertion and removal, effectively improving the comprehensiveness and accuracy of underwater connector testing.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model proposes an underwater connector insertion and removal testing device, comprising a water tank, a sealing end cap, a mounting frame, a drive assembly, a moving clamp, a fixing clamp, and an information acquisition device. The sealing end cap is sealed at one end of the water tank. The mounting frame includes a support frame, a guide rail, and a connecting rod, wherein the support frame is fixedly mounted on the inner wall of the water tank away from the sealing end cap. The guide rail and the connecting rod are arranged side-by-side between the support frame and the sealing end cap. The drive assembly includes a drive mechanism and a lead screw, wherein the drive mechanism is fixedly mounted on the connecting rod. One end of the lead screw is connected to the output end of the drive mechanism, and the other end of the lead screw is rotatably connected to the support frame; the movable clamp is movably mounted on the guide rail, and the movable clamp is threadedly connected to the lead screw, wherein the movable clamp is provided with a plug connector, and the plug connector is connected to an external power source via a cable; the fixed clamp is fixedly mounted on the guide rail near the top of the drive mechanism, and the fixed clamp is provided with a socket connector that plugs into the plug connector, and the socket connector is connected to an external power source via a cable; the information acquisition device is fixedly mounted on the fixed clamp.

[0007] The underwater connector insertion and removal testing device of this invention can accurately simulate the actual working conditions when connectors are inserted and removed underwater, effectively improving the comprehensiveness and accuracy of underwater connector testing.

[0008] In addition, the underwater connector insertion and removal testing device proposed in the application may also have the following additional technical features:

[0009] Specifically, the movable clamp includes a lead screw nut, a movable slide, and a first clamp, wherein the lead screw nut is threadedly connected to the lead screw; the movable slide is slidably disposed on the guide rail, and the bottom end of the movable slide is fixedly connected to the lead screw nut, and the top end of the movable slide is detachably connected to the first clamp; the first clamp is fixedly connected to the plug connector by a threaded fastener.

[0010] Specifically, the fixing fixture includes a fixing platform and a second clamp, wherein the fixing platform is fixedly mounted on the guide rail; the second clamp is detachably mounted on the fixing platform, and the second clamp is fixedly connected to the socket connector by threaded fasteners.

[0011] Specifically, the information acquisition device includes a lighting lamp and a camera, wherein the lighting lamp and the camera are respectively located above the socket connector and are fixedly connected to the fixed platform through a connecting bracket, and the lighting lamp and the camera are respectively connected to an external power source through cables.

[0012] Specifically, the above-mentioned underwater connector insertion and removal testing device further includes a separation mechanism, which includes an extension arm, a handle bolt, and a top pressure rod. One end of the extension arm is detachably connected to the movable slide, and the other end of the extension arm is threadedly connected to the handle bolt. The top pressure rod is inclinedly disposed on the handle bolt, and the angle between the top pressure rod and the extension arm is 45°.

[0013] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0014] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the following description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which:

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the underwater connector insertion and removal testing device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of a connector underwater insertion and removal testing device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 ;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of a connector underwater insertion and removal testing device according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 ;

[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the separation mechanism structure according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0019] As shown in the figure: 10, water tank; 20, sealing end cap; 30, mounting bracket; 31, support frame; 32, guide rail; 33, connecting rod; 40, drive assembly; 41, drive mechanism; 42, lead screw; 50, moving clamp; 51, lead screw nut; 52, moving slide; 53, first clamp; 60, fixed clamp; 61, fixed platform; 62, second clamp; 70, information acquisition device; 71, lighting lamp; 72, camera; 80, plug connector; 90, socket connector; 100, separation mechanism; 110, extension arm; 120, handle bolt; 130, top pressure rod. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Rather, the embodiments of the present invention include all variations, modifications, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

[0021] The underwater connector insertion and removal testing device of this utility model embodiment will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0022] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the underwater connector insertion and removal testing device of this utility model embodiment may include a water tank 10, a sealing end cap 20, a mounting bracket 30, a drive assembly 40, a moving clamp 50, a fixed clamp 60, and an information acquisition device 70.

[0023] The sealing end cap 20 is installed at one end of the water tank 10, which provides the water environment for testing. The sealing end cap 20 is installed at one end to ensure the water tank's airtightness during testing and prevent water leakage from affecting the test results. The sealing end cap 20 can be made of sealing materials such as rubber to enhance the sealing effect and is tightly fixed to the water tank 10 by bolts or slots.

[0024] The mounting bracket 30 may include a support frame 31, a guide rail 32, and a connecting rod 33. The support frame 31 is fixedly mounted on the bottom wall of the inner cavity of the water tank 10 away from the sealing end cap 20, providing stable support for the entire device. For example, the support frame 31 may be made of stainless steel and is firmly fixed to the bottom wall of the water tank 10 by a connecting flange to ensure that no displacement or shaking occurs during testing.

[0025] The guide rail 32 and the connecting rod 33 are arranged side by side between the support frame 31 and the sealing end cap 20, providing movement guidance and support for the movable clamp 50. The guide rail 32 can be a high-precision linear guide rail to ensure the smoothness and accuracy of the movement of the movable clamp 50, reduce frictional resistance, and extend the service life of the device.

[0026] The drive assembly 40 may include a drive mechanism 41 and a lead screw 42. The drive mechanism 41 is fixedly mounted on the connecting rod 33. In this embodiment, the drive mechanism 41 may be a bidirectional drive motor, meaning that the output end of the drive motor can switch between forward and reverse rotation. One end of the lead screw 42 is connected to the output end 41 of the drive mechanism, and the other end of the lead screw 42 is rotatably connected to the support frame 31. The rotation of the drive mechanism 41 drives the lead screw 42 to rotate, thereby realizing the linear movement of the movable clamp 50.

[0027] The movable clamp 50 is movably mounted on the guide rail 32 and is threadedly connected to the lead screw 42. The movable clamp 50 is equipped with a plug connector 80, which is connected to an external power source via a cable. The fixed clamp 60 is fixedly mounted on the guide rail 32 near the upper part of the drive mechanism 41. The fixed clamp 60 is equipped with a socket connector 90 that engages with the plug connector 80. The socket connector 90 is connected to an external power source via a cable. The information acquisition device 70 is fixedly mounted on the fixed clamp 60.

[0028] To clearly illustrate the previous embodiment, in one embodiment of this utility model, as follows: Figures 1-3 As shown, the movable clamp 50 may include a lead screw nut 51, a movable slide 52, and a first clamp 53. The lead screw nut 51 is threadedly connected to the lead screw 42, converting the rotational motion of the lead screw 42 into linear motion.

[0029] The movable slide 52 is slidably mounted on the guide rail 32, and its bottom end is fixedly connected to the lead screw nut 51, while its top end is detachably connected to the first clamp 53. This detachable connection facilitates the installation and replacement of the first clamp 53, allowing for customization based on different plug connector 80 models. For example, the movable slide 52 can be connected to the first clamp 53 via snap-fit, riveting, or threaded fasteners (screws, bolts, or bolts). The first clamp 53 is fixedly connected to the plug connector 80 via threaded fasteners.

[0030] Furthermore, in one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, the fixing fixture 60 may include a fixing platform 61 and a second fixture 62. The fixing platform 61 is fixedly mounted on the guide rail 32, and the second fixture 62 is detachably mounted on the fixing platform 61, and the second fixture 62 is fixedly connected to the socket connector 90 by threaded fasteners.

[0031] It should be noted that the first clamp 53 and the second clamp 62 described above can both be composed of arc-shaped upper and lower clamps. The two arc-shaped upper and lower clamps can be connected by threaded fasteners to fix the connector.

[0032] Furthermore, in one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1As shown, the information acquisition device 70 may include a lighting lamp 71 and a camera 72. The lighting lamp 71 and camera 72 are respectively located above the socket connector 90 and are fixedly connected to the fixed platform 61 via a connecting bracket. The lighting lamp 71 and camera 72 are respectively connected to an external power source via cables. The lighting lamp 71 may be a high-brightness LED light, providing sufficient illumination in the underwater environment to facilitate clear recording of the testing process by the camera 72. The camera 72 may be a high-definition waterproof camera, capable of recording the insertion and removal process of the plug connector 80 and the socket connector 90, providing intuitive video data for subsequent analysis of test results. This helps to observe details of the connector during underwater insertion and removal, such as whether air bubbles are generated or physical changes in the connection points.

[0033] Specifically, in the actual testing process, firstly, an appropriate amount of water is injected into the water tank 10, and after reaching the predetermined water level, the sealing end cap 20 is installed. Based on the models of the plug connector 80 and socket connector 90 to be tested, appropriate first clamp 53 and second clamp 62 are selected and installed. The plug connector 80 and socket connector 90 are fixed on the movable clamp 50 and fixed clamp 60 respectively, and the corresponding cables are connected to the external power supply. Then, the drive mechanism 41 is controlled to drive the lead screw 42 to rotate. The rotating lead screw 42 drives the lead screw nut 51 to move. The moving lead screw nut 51, through the movable slide table 52, moves the plug connector 80 toward the socket connector 90 until the plug connector 80 is inserted into the socket connector 90.

[0034] When it is necessary to remove the plug connector 80 from the socket connector 90, the operator can control the drive mechanism 41 to drive the lead screw 42 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the lead screw nut 51 to move the plug connector 80 away from the socket connector 90 until the plug connector 80 is removed from the socket connector 90.

[0035] At the same time, camera 72 records the insertion and removal process of plug connector 80 and socket connector 90 in real time, providing intuitive video data for subsequent analysis and test results.

[0036] As a possible alternative, to facilitate the repeated plugging and unplugging of the plug connector 80 and the socket connector 90 within the water tank 10, a first limit switch can be installed on the support frame 31, and a second limit switch can be installed on the fixed platform 61. Both the first and second limit switches are electrically connected to the drive mechanism 41. Both the first and second limit switches can be travel switches.

[0037] Understandably, when the drive mechanism 41 drives the lead screw 42 to rotate, the rotating lead screw 42 drives the lead screw nut 51 to engage the plug connector 80 with the socket connector 90. At this time, the moving slide 52 abuts against the second limit switch. The second limit switch controls the drive mechanism 41 to drive the lead screw 42 to rotate in the opposite direction, thereby driving the lead screw nut 51 to move the plug connector 80 away from the socket connector 90. When the plug connector 80 is pulled out of the socket connector 90, the moving slide 52 abuts against the first limit switch. At this time, the first limit switch controls the drive mechanism 41 to rotate in the forward direction. The lead screw 42 drives the lead screw nut 51 to move the plug connector 80 towards the socket connector 90, thus realizing the repeated automatic plugging and unplugging action of the connector. The camera 72 records the plugging and unplugging process of the plug connector 80 and the socket connector 90 in real time, thereby accurately simulating the actual working conditions when plugging and unplugging underwater, effectively improving the comprehensiveness and accuracy of underwater connector testing.

[0038] In another embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 4 As shown, the aforementioned underwater connector insertion and removal testing device may further include a separation mechanism 100. The separation mechanism 100 may include an extension arm 110, a handle bolt 120, and a pressure rod 130. One end of the extension arm 110 is detachably connected to the movable slide 52, facilitating disassembly when separation testing is not required, without affecting normal insertion and removal testing. The other end of the extension arm 110 is threadedly connected to the handle bolt 120.

[0039] The pressure rod 130 is inclinedly mounted on the handle bolt 120, and the angle between the pressure rod 130 and the extension arm 110 is 45°. During the 45° separation test, the pressure rod 130 can be operated by manipulating the handle bolt 120 to apply a separation force to the plug connector 80, simulating special separation situations that may occur in actual use, and testing the performance of the connector under this condition.

[0040] Understandably, the operator can remove the movable clamp 50, manually insert the connector, and then apply a 45° separation force to the plug connector 80 via the top pressure rod 130, recording the separation process data to test the plug's tilt separation performance. This enables the device to support automatic / manual operation, multi-parameter feedback, and 45° separation testing.

[0041] In summary, the underwater connector insertion and removal testing device of this utility model can accurately simulate the actual working conditions when it is inserted and removed underwater, effectively improving the comprehensiveness and accuracy of underwater connector testing.

[0042] In the description of this specification, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0043] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0044] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A connector underwater plug test device, characterized by, The utility model relates to a water tank information acquisition device, including water tank, sealing end cover, mounting frame, drive assembly, mobile clamp, fixed clamp and information acquisition device, The sealing end cover is sealedly arranged at one end of the water tank, The mounting frame comprises a support frame, a guide rail and a connecting rod, The support frame is fixedly arranged on the bottom wall of the inner cavity of the water tank away from the sealing end cover, The guide rail and the connecting rod are arranged side by side between the support frame and the sealing end cover, The drive assembly comprises a driving mechanism and a lead screw, The driving mechanism is fixedly arranged on the connecting rod, One end of the lead screw is connected with the output end of the driving mechanism, and the other end of the lead screw is rotationally connected with the support frame, The mobile clamp is movably arranged on the guide rail, and the mobile clamp is threadedly connected with the lead screw, The mobile clamp is provided with a plug connector, and the plug connector is connected with an external power supply through a cable, 2. The connector underwater plug test device of claim 1, wherein, The fixed clamp is fixedly arranged on the guide rail above the driving mechanism, and the fixed clamp is provided with a socket connector inserted with the plug connector, and the socket connector is connected with an external power supply through a cable, The information acquisition device is fixedly arranged on the fixed clamp. The mobile clamp comprises a lead screw nut, a mobile sliding table and a first clamp, The lead screw nut is threadedly connected with the lead screw, 3. The connector underwater plug test device of claim 1, wherein, The mobile sliding table is slidably arranged on the guide rail, and the bottom end of the mobile sliding table is fixedly connected with the lead screw nut, and the top end of the mobile sliding table is detachably connected with the first clamp, The first clamp is fixedly connected with the plug connector through a threaded fastener. The fixed clamp comprises a fixed platform and a second clamp, 4. The connector underwater plug test device of claim 3, wherein, The fixed platform is fixedly arranged on the guide rail, The second clamp is detachably arranged on the fixed platform, and the second clamp is fixedly connected with the socket connector through a threaded fastener.

5. The connector underwater plug test device of claim 2, wherein, The information acquisition device comprises an illuminating lamp and a camera, The illuminating lamp and the camera are respectively located above the socket connector and are fixedly connected with the fixed platform through a connecting frame, and the illuminating lamp and the camera are respectively connected with an external power supply through a cable. Further comprising a separation mechanism, the separation mechanism comprises an extension arm, a handle bolt and a pressing rod, One end of the extension arm is detachably connected with the mobile sliding table, and the other end of the extension arm is threadedly connected with the handle bolt, The pressing rod is obliquely arranged on the handle bolt, and the included angle between the pressing rod and the extension arm is 45 degrees.

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