Automatic photographing equipment for special working conditions

By designing an automatic photography device for use inside a vacuum tank, the problem of not being able to take pictures in a vacuum environment was solved, achieving efficient and accurate shooting results while protecting the camera from damage.

CN223798299UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-13SHANGHAI HAICITE AUTOMATION ENG CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520346178.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-28
Publication Date
2026-01-13
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-28

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Technical Problem

Existing photographic devices cannot perform photographic operations inside a vacuum chamber, thus failing to meet the high-quality photographic requirements in a vacuum environment.

Method used

An automatic photographing device was designed, comprising a suspension bearing component, a support and guide component, a transfer and positioning component, a transfer and drive component, an image capturing component, a mask protection component, and an opening and closing drive component. Through the coordinated work of these components, the device can achieve precise positioning and protective imaging of the workpiece under test.

Benefits of technology

It enables efficient and precise shooting inside a vacuum tank, protects the camera from damage caused by the vacuum environment, and improves the adaptability and operational efficiency of the equipment.

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Abstract

The utility model provides automatic photographing equipment for special working conditions, which comprises a suspension bearing assembly, a bracket guide assembly, a transfer positioning assembly, a transfer driving assembly, an image photographing assembly, a mask protection assembly and an opening and closing driving assembly, according to the automatic photographing equipment, the fixed top frame and the movable bottom frame are adjusted according to the shape and size of the vacuum tank body, the convenience and adaptability of installation are improved, accurate moving and positioning are achieved through cooperation of the sliding block and the supporting cross beam, it is ensured that the image photographing assembly can be accurately close to or away from a detected workpiece, and the detection accuracy is improved. The camera is installed in the shooting box body and can move along with the switching frame, the shade end cover is controlled by the on-off motor, the camera is effectively protected from being damaged by the environment in the vacuum tank body, the service life of equipment is prolonged, automatic opening and closing of the shade end cover are achieved through the on-off motor and a worm and gear transmission structure, manual intervention is reduced, and the operation efficiency is improved. The device is suitable for high-quality shooting in a vacuum tank environment.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to photographic equipment, and more particularly to an automatic photographic equipment for special working conditions. Background Technology

[0002] Patent document CN208092394U discloses a material imaging device, which includes multiple cameras, a first mounting base for fixing the cameras, a supplementary lighting mechanism mounted on the first mounting base, and an imaging station set on the supplementary lighting mechanism. The first mounting base includes a first opening in the direction corresponding to the camera's viewfinder, and a conveying mechanism for transporting materials through the imaging station. The number of conveying mechanisms is the same as the number of cameras. The device captures images instantly when the conveying mechanism moves the material above the camera, without requiring the material to stop or decelerate, thus improving production efficiency and shortening production time. However, in the operation of a vacuum tank, it is necessary to perform imaging operations without opening the vacuum tank to measure the usage status of the tested component within the vacuum tank. The aforementioned imaging device cannot operate in this environment. Therefore, it is necessary to optimize its structure to overcome the above-mentioned shortcomings. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic photographing device for special working conditions, so as to facilitate the photographing of objects in a vacuum tank.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is:

[0005] An automatic photographing device for special working conditions, comprising:

[0006] A suspended load-bearing assembly is installed in a vacuum tank via connectors and has a load-bearing space inside.

[0007] A support and guide assembly is installed in the suspension bearing assembly and corresponds to the position of the workpiece being measured. It has a support space inside and is supported by the suspension bearing assembly.

[0008] The adapter positioning component is installed in the support guide component through a movable connection structure. It can move in the support guide component to move closer to or away from the workpiece being measured. The support guide component supports the adapter positioning component and guides its movement.

[0009] A transfer drive assembly is installed in the support guide assembly and cooperates with the transfer positioning assembly through a transmission structure. The transfer drive assembly drives the transfer positioning assembly to move within the support guide assembly.

[0010] An image capturing component is installed in the adapter positioning component and can move together with the adapter positioning component to approach or move away from the workpiece being measured, and to capture images of the workpiece being measured at a set position.

[0011] A masking and protection component is installed in the image capturing component via a movable connection structure. It can be opened or closed in the image capturing component to provide masking and protection for the image capturing component.

[0012] An opening / closing drive component is installed in the image capturing component and works in conjunction with a mask protection component. The opening / closing drive component drives the mask protection component to open or close.

[0013] Specifically, the suspension load-bearing components include:

[0014] A fixed top frame is provided, and each fixed top frame is installed on the inner wall of the vacuum tank through a connector and arranged sequentially along the axial direction of the vacuum tank.

[0015] The movable base frame consists of a set, with each movable base frame installed in a fixed top frame via a rotating structure. The movable base frame can rotate within the fixed top frame, and the fixed top frame supports the movable base frame.

[0016] The support and guide components include:

[0017] A support beam extends axially along the vacuum tank and is installed at the bottom of a movable base frame. The movable base frame supports the support beam, creating a support space on it. Because the movable base frame can be tilted, it allows for adaptive orientation adjustments based on the shape of the support beam, improving the ease of installation.

[0018] The adapter positioning component includes:

[0019] The transition frame is formed by the enclosure of rods and is installed on the support beam by a slider. It can move along the support beam, which supports the transition frame and guides its movement.

[0020] The transfer driver components include:

[0021] The transfer motor is installed at the end of the support beam. Its power output shaft is connected to the transfer frame through a transmission chain, and the transfer motor drives the transfer frame to move along the support beam.

[0022] The image capturing components include:

[0023] The camera housing is installed at the bottom of the adapter frame and can move with the adapter frame. A camera is installed inside the camera housing. The end of the camera housing has a clearance opening through which the camera protrudes to take pictures of the workpiece under test.

[0024] The shielding and protection components include:

[0025] The end cover is installed at the clearance opening of the camera housing via a hinged structure. It can move with the camera housing and can deflect at the clearance opening to protect the camera.

[0026] The start / stop driver components include:

[0027] The opening and closing motor is installed in the shooting box and can move with the shooting box. Its power output shaft is connected to the cover end cover through a worm gear transmission structure. The opening and closing motor drives the cover end cover to deflect, so that the cover end cover opens or closes the clearance port. The cover end cover can be opened when the camera is needed to avoid damage to the camera caused by the workpiece processing inside the vacuum tank.

[0028] The advantages of this utility model are:

[0029] This automatic imaging device adjusts to the shape and size of the vacuum tank using a fixed top frame and a movable base frame, enhancing installation convenience and adaptability. Precise movement and positioning are achieved through the cooperation of sliders and support beams, ensuring the image capturing component accurately approaches or moves away from the workpiece. A transfer motor and drive chain ensure smooth movement of the adapter frame, improving positioning accuracy. The camera, installed in the imaging housing, moves with the adapter frame, ensuring efficient imaging from different positions. The mask end cap, controlled by an opening and closing motor, effectively protects the camera from damage within the vacuum tank environment, extending equipment lifespan. The automatic opening and closing of the mask end cap, achieved through the opening and closing motor and worm gear transmission structure, reduces manual intervention, improves operational efficiency, and is suitable for high-quality imaging needs in vacuum tank environments. Attached Figure Description

[0030] Figure 1 This is a front structural schematic diagram of the automatic photographing device for special working conditions proposed in this utility model;

[0031] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear structure of the automatic photo-taking device;

[0032] Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating the usage status of the automatic photo-taking device. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations. Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this utility model provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed utility model, but merely represents selected embodiments of the utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this utility model without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0034] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the automatic photographing device for special working conditions proposed in this utility model includes a suspension bearing assembly, a support and guide assembly, a transfer and positioning assembly, a transfer drive assembly, an image capturing assembly, a shielding and protection assembly, and an opening and closing drive assembly. The suspension bearing assembly is installed in the vacuum tank via a connector and has a bearing space inside. The support and guide assembly is installed in the suspension bearing assembly and corresponds to the position of the workpiece being measured. It also has a support space inside, and the suspension bearing assembly supports the support and guide assembly. The transfer and positioning assembly is installed in the support and guide assembly via a movable connection structure and can move within the support and guide assembly to approach or move away from the workpiece being measured. The support and guide assembly supports the transfer and positioning assembly and monitors its movement. The guiding and transfer drive assembly is installed in the support guide assembly and cooperates with the transfer positioning assembly through a transmission structure. The transfer drive assembly drives the transfer positioning assembly to move within the support guide assembly. The image capturing assembly is installed in the transfer positioning assembly and can move with it to approach or move away from the workpiece being measured, capturing images of the workpiece at a set position. The masking protection assembly is installed in the image capturing assembly through a movable connection structure and can be opened or closed within the image capturing assembly. The masking protection assembly provides masking protection for the image capturing assembly. The opening and closing drive assembly is installed in the image capturing assembly and cooperates with the masking protection assembly, driving the masking protection assembly to open or close.

[0035] In this embodiment, the suspension bearing assembly includes a fixed top frame 110 and a movable base frame 120. There is one set of fixed top frames, each of which is installed on the inner wall of the vacuum tank through a connector and arranged sequentially along the axial direction of the vacuum tank. There is one set of movable base frames, each of which is installed in the fixed top frame through a rotating structure and can deflect in the fixed top frame, so that the fixed top frame supports the movable base frame.

[0036] The support guide assembly includes a support beam 200, which extends axially along the vacuum tank and is installed at the bottom of the movable base. The movable base supports the support beam, forming a support space on the support beam.

[0037] The transition positioning assembly includes a transition frame 300, which is formed by the enclosure of rods. It is installed on the support beam by a slider and can move along the support beam. The support beam supports the transition frame and guides its movement.

[0038] The transfer drive assembly includes a transfer motor 400, which is mounted at the end of the support beam. Its power output shaft is connected to the transfer frame via a transmission chain, and the transfer motor drives the transfer frame to move along the support beam. In this embodiment, the transmission chain has a ring structure, with both ends mounted on the support beam via support rollers. When the transfer motor operates, it drives the transmission chain to reciprocate, thereby carrying the transfer frame along the support beam.

[0039] The image capturing assembly includes a capturing housing 500, which is mounted at the bottom of the adapter frame and can move with the adapter frame. A camera is installed inside the housing. The end of the capturing housing has a recessed opening through which the camera protrudes to capture images of the workpiece A under test. The camera can automatically take pictures according to a predetermined program, or it can connect wirelessly to an external control terminal and take pictures according to external control commands. Its structure and operating principle utilize existing technology and therefore are not described in detail.

[0040] The shielding protection assembly includes a shield end cap 600, which is installed at the clearance opening of the shooting box via a hinged structure. It can move with the shooting box and can deflect at the clearance opening to shield and protect the camera.

[0041] The opening and closing drive assembly includes an opening and closing motor 700, which is installed in the shooting box and can move with the shooting box. Its power output shaft is connected to the mask end cover through a worm gear transmission structure. The opening and closing motor drives the mask end cover to deflect, so that the mask end cover opens or closes the clearance opening.

[0042] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that when terms such as "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "left," and "right" appear to indicate orientation or positional relationships, they should be understood as being based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationships commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use, or the orientation or positional relationships commonly understood by those skilled in the art. These terms are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, when terms such as "first" and "second" appear, they are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance. In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, terms such as "installation," "setting," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

Claims

1. An automatic photographing device for special working conditions, characterized in that, include: A suspended load-bearing assembly is installed in a vacuum tank via connectors and has a load-bearing space inside. A support and guide assembly is installed in the suspension bearing assembly and corresponds to the position of the workpiece being measured. It has a support space inside and is supported by the suspension bearing assembly. The adapter positioning component is installed in the support guide component through a movable connection structure. It can move in the support guide component to move closer to or away from the workpiece being measured. The support guide component supports the adapter positioning component and guides its movement. A transfer drive assembly is installed in the support guide assembly and cooperates with the transfer positioning assembly through a transmission structure. The transfer drive assembly drives the transfer positioning assembly to move within the support guide assembly. An image capturing component is installed in the adapter positioning component and can move together with the adapter positioning component to approach or move away from the workpiece being measured, and to capture images of the workpiece being measured at a set position. A masking and protection component is installed in the image capturing component via a movable connection structure. It can be opened or closed in the image capturing component to provide masking and protection for the image capturing component. An opening / closing drive component is installed in the image capturing component and works in conjunction with a mask protection component. The opening / closing drive component drives the mask protection component to open or close.

2. The automatic photographing device for special working conditions according to claim 1, characterized in that, The suspension load-bearing components include: A fixed top frame is provided, and each fixed top frame is installed on the inner wall of the vacuum tank through a connector and arranged sequentially along the axial direction of the vacuum tank. The movable base frame consists of a set, with each movable base frame being installed in the fixed top frame via a rotating structure.

3. An automatic photographing device for special working conditions according to claim 2, characterized in that, The support and guide components include: A support beam extends axially along the vacuum tank body and is installed at the bottom of the movable base.

4. An automatic photographing device for special working conditions according to claim 3, characterized in that, The adapter positioning component includes: The adapter frame is formed by the enclosure of rods and is mounted on the support beam by a slider.

5. An automatic photographing device for special working conditions according to claim 4, characterized in that, The transfer driver components include: The transfer motor is mounted at the end of the support beam, and its power output shaft is connected to the transfer frame via a transmission chain.

6. An automatic photographing device for special working conditions according to claim 4, characterized in that, The image capturing components include: The camera housing is installed at the bottom of the adapter frame and can move with the adapter frame. The camera is installed inside the camera housing and has a clearance opening at the end of the camera housing, through which the camera protrudes.

7. An automatic photographing device for special working conditions according to claim 6, characterized in that, The shielding and protection components include: A mask end cap, which is installed at the clearance opening of the shooting box via a hinged structure.

8. An automatic photographing device for special working conditions according to claim 7, characterized in that, The start / stop driver components include: The start-stop motor is installed in the shooting box and can move with the shooting box. Its power output shaft is connected to the end cover of the mask through a worm gear transmission structure.

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