Three-dimensional inspection device for power transmission line
By designing a three-dimensional inspection device for power transmission lines, and using connecting components and drive motors to adjust the angle of the video inspector, the problems of low efficiency and omissions in traditional inspection methods are solved. This achieves all-round coverage and efficient inspection, captures clear images, and reduces resource waste and labor intensity.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520322796.6
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-27
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-27
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-02-27
AI Technical Summary
Traditional transmission line inspection methods suffer from long inspection cycles, low efficiency, and significant safety hazards. Furthermore, drone inspections struggle to achieve continuous and comprehensive monitoring, and the limited angle of video monitoring devices leads to missed issues that cannot be detected in a timely manner, increasing inspection costs and wasting resources.
A three-dimensional inspection device for power transmission lines was designed. The video inspector can be freely adjusted in the horizontal and vertical directions through connecting components. Combined with a drive motor and telescopic rod structure, it can achieve all-round coverage. It is equipped with a solar panel for power supply and has angle adjustment and image capture functions.
It achieves comprehensive coverage of power transmission lines and their surrounding environment, improves inspection efficiency, reduces repetitive inspections and missed areas, captures clear image information, promptly detects potential safety hazards, and reduces labor intensity and resource waste.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of inspection device technology, and more specifically, to a three-dimensional inspection device for power transmission lines. Background Technology
[0002] With the development of the power industry and the advancement of smart grid construction, the safe operation and efficient maintenance of transmission lines have become one of the core tasks of power companies. Traditional transmission line inspection methods mainly rely on manual inspection and drone inspection: manual inspection suffers from problems such as long inspection cycles, large workload, low efficiency, and safety hazards; while drone inspection, although improving inspection efficiency to some extent, is limited by factors such as flight time, weather conditions, and operational complexity, making it difficult to achieve continuous and comprehensive monitoring of transmission lines and their surrounding environment.
[0003] In recent years, with the continuous advancement of video surveillance technology and the improvement of its intelligence level, it has gradually become possible to conduct three-dimensional inspections of power transmission lines using video surveillance technology. However, traditional video surveillance devices are often limited to monitoring from a fixed angle, making it difficult to achieve comprehensive coverage of the power transmission lines and their surrounding environment. This may result in some problems being missed due to angle limitations and going undetected in a timely manner. Furthermore, due to the limited inspection angle, multiple repeated inspections or the addition of inspection points are often required to ensure coverage of all areas, which not only increases inspection costs but also wastes human resources and time. To address these problems, this device was invented. Utility Model Content
[0004] In order to overcome the above-mentioned defects of the prior art, this utility model provides a three-dimensional inspection device for power transmission lines to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution, including a video inspection device. A connecting component is provided below the video inspection device. The connecting component is used to fix the video inspection device to the connector and can adjust the inspection angle of the video inspection device.
[0006] Furthermore, the connection assembly includes a connection plate disposed below the video inspector. The connection plate has an L-shaped cross-section and a first groove is provided on the connection plate. A limit groove is provided in the first groove. A rotating disk is disposed in the first groove. A limit ring is fixedly disposed on the rotating disk and is slidably connected in the limit groove.
[0007] Furthermore, a support rod is fixedly installed on the upper end face of the rotating disk. The support rod is connected to the video inspection device through a rotating connecting seat. A connecting cylinder is installed on one side of the support rod. A rotating wheel is rotatably connected to the lower end face of the connecting cylinder. A second groove is opened on the connecting plate, and the rotating wheel is slidably installed in the second groove.
[0008] Furthermore, a rod is inserted into the upper end face of the connecting cylinder, and the top end of the rod is slidably connected to the video inspector through a rotating connecting seat. A connecting block is rotatably provided at the bottom end of the rod, and a protrusion is fixedly provided on the connecting block. A telescopic rod is rotatably provided at the bottom inner side of the connecting cylinder, and the top end of the telescopic rod is connected to the connecting block.
[0009] Furthermore, the inner wall of the connecting cylinder has multiple slots, and the protrusions on the connecting block are slidably connected to the slots on the inner wall of the connecting cylinder. The multiple slots are arranged vertically, and a connecting groove is provided between two adjacent slots. A drive motor is fixedly installed on the lower end face of the connecting plate, and the output end of the drive motor is connected to the rotating disk.
[0010] Furthermore, a connecting frame is fixedly connected to the lower end face of the connecting plate, and a solar panel is fixedly installed on the connecting frame. A protective shell is fixedly connected to the upper end face of the video inspection device.
[0011] Furthermore, two grooves are formed on the inner wall of the connecting cylinder, and two sliders are fixedly installed on the insertion rod, with the two sliders sliding in the two grooves respectively.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0013] This invention, through the design of the connecting components, allows the video inspection device to freely adjust the inspection angle in both horizontal and vertical directions, thereby achieving comprehensive coverage of the transmission line and its surrounding environment. This comprehensive inspection method helps to discover problems that may be missed due to angle limitations, and avoids resource waste caused by repeated inspections or missed areas. It also helps to shorten the inspection cycle and improve inspection efficiency. At the same time, during the adjustment of the inspection angle, the video inspection device can get closer to the transmission line, thereby capturing clearer and more detailed image information, which helps maintenance personnel to more accurately judge the operating status of the transmission line and promptly discover potential safety hazards. Attached Figure Description
[0014] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.
[0015] Figure 1 This is a first-view schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0016] Figure 2 This is a second-view schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention.
[0017] Figure 3Exploded view of the video inspection device and connecting components provided by this utility model;
[0018] Figure 4 A cross-sectional view of the connecting cylinder provided by this utility model;
[0019] Figure 5 Exploded view of the connecting cylinder and insert rod provided by this utility model;
[0020] Figure 6 A partial sectional view of the connecting cylinder provided by this utility model.
[0021] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0022] 1. Video inspection device; 2. Connecting assembly; 21. Connecting plate; 22. First groove; 23. Limiting groove; 24. Rotating disk; 25. Limiting ring; 26. Support rod; 27. Connecting cylinder; 28. Rotating wheel; 29. Second groove; 210. Insert rod; 211. Telescopic rod; 212. Connecting block; 213. Groove; 214. Connecting groove; 215. Protrusion; 216. Drive motor; 3. Solar panel; 4. Connecting frame; 5. Protective shell; 6. Slide groove; 7. Slider. Detailed Implementation
[0023] The following specific embodiments illustrate the implementation of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of this utility model from the content disclosed in this specification. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0024] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0025] See attached document Figure 1 and Figure 2 The three-dimensional inspection device for power transmission lines in this embodiment includes a video inspector 1. A connecting component 2 is provided below the video inspector 1. The connecting component 2 is used to fix the video inspector 1 to the connector and can adjust the inspection angle of the video inspector 1.
[0026] See attached document Figures 3-6The connecting component 2 includes a connecting plate 21 disposed below the video inspector 1. The connecting plate 21 has multiple mounting ports and an L-shaped cross-section. The connecting plate 21 has a first groove 22 and a limiting groove 23. A rotating disk 24 is disposed in the first groove 22 and a limiting ring 25 is fixedly disposed on the rotating disk 24. The limiting ring 25 is slidably connected in the limiting groove 23.
[0027] A support rod 26 is fixedly installed on the upper end face of the rotating disk 24. The support rod 26 is connected to the video inspection device 1 through a rotating connecting seat. A connecting cylinder 27 is provided on one side of the support rod 26. A rotating wheel 28 is rotatably connected to the lower end face of the connecting cylinder 27. A second groove 29 is provided on the connecting plate 21. The rotating wheel 28 is slidably installed in the second groove 29.
[0028] A rod 210 is inserted into the upper end face of the connecting cylinder 27. The top end of the rod 210 is slidably connected to the video inspector 1 through a rotating connecting seat. A connecting block 212 is rotatably provided at the bottom end of the rod 210. A protrusion 215 is fixedly provided on the connecting block 212. A telescopic rod 211 is rotatably provided at the bottom end of the inner side of the connecting cylinder 27. The top end of the telescopic rod 211 is connected to the connecting block 212.
[0029] Multiple slots 213 are provided on the inner wall of the connecting cylinder 27. The protrusions 215 on the connecting block 212 are slidably connected in the slots 213 on the inner wall of the connecting cylinder 27. The multiple slots 213 are arranged vertically. A connecting groove 214 is provided between two adjacent slots 213. A drive motor 216 is fixedly provided on the lower end face of the connecting plate 21. The output end of the drive motor 216 is connected to the rotating disk 24.
[0030] The two ends of the connecting groove 214 are connected to two adjacent slots 213. The diameter of the slot 213 is equal to the diameter of the connecting groove 214. The diameter of the protrusion 215 is adapted to the diameter of the slot 213 and the connecting groove 214. A guide groove is provided on the lower end face of the video inspector 1. A guide block is fixedly provided on the rotating connecting seat at the top of the plug rod 210. The guide block of the rotating connecting seat at the top of the plug rod 210 is slidably connected in the guide groove on the lower end face of the video inspector 1.
[0031] By setting up the video inspection device 1, monitoring images of the transmission lines supported by the towers and the transmission lines near the towers can be aggregated to generate a panoramic view of the transmission lines, restoring the real-time situation of the transmission lines. The aggregated panoramic view can then be observed to monitor for potential problems. This reduces the labor intensity and working conditions of traditional transmission line inspections and improves their efficiency. Simultaneously, it can collect meteorological data about the environment around the towers, helping maintenance personnel to quickly locate faults and assist in developing repair plans. The connecting component 2 not only connects the video inspection device 1 to the towers supporting the transmission lines but also allows for adjustment of the horizontal and vertical angles of the video inspection device 1, thus enabling comprehensive monitoring of the transmission lines and their surrounding environment. The comprehensive coverage of the environment makes this all-round inspection method helpful in discovering problems that may be missed due to angle limitations, and avoids the waste of resources caused by repeated inspections or missed areas. It helps to shorten the inspection cycle and improve inspection efficiency. At the same time, in the process of adjusting the inspection angle, the video inspector 1 can get closer to the transmission line, thereby capturing clearer and more detailed image information, which helps maintenance personnel to more accurately judge the operating status of the transmission line and discover potential safety hazards in time. In addition, in the complex and ever-changing natural environment, the transmission line may be affected by various external factors, such as strong winds and heavy rain. Through the design of the connecting component 2, the video inspector 1 can flexibly adjust the inspection angle while ensuring safety to cope with different weather conditions and inspection needs.
[0032] See attached document Figures 1-5 A connecting frame 4 is fixedly connected to the lower end face of the connecting plate 21. A solar panel 3 is fixedly installed on the connecting frame 4. A protective shell 5 is fixedly connected to the upper end face of the video inspection device 1. Two sliding grooves 6 are opened on the inner side wall of the connecting cylinder 27. Two sliders 7 are fixedly installed on the insertion rod 210. The two sliders 7 slide in the two sliding grooves 6 respectively.
[0033] The solar panel 3 can convert solar energy into electrical energy to power the video inspection device 1. The connecting frame 4 is used to connect the connecting plate 21 to the solar panel 3. The sliding groove 6 and the slider 7 can improve the stability of the insertion rod 210 moving longitudinally within the connecting cylinder 27.
[0034] In use, the video inspection device 1 is first fixedly connected to the tower supporting the power transmission line via the connecting plate 21. The video inspection device 1 and drive motor 216 are started periodically (e.g., every half hour). The start of the video inspection device 1 monitors the power transmission line near the tower. The start of the drive motor 216 causes the rotating disk 24 to rotate. The rotating disk 24, via the support rod 26, causes the inspection angle of the video inspection device 1 to rotate in the horizontal plane. During rotation, the video inspection device 1 drives the rotating wheel 28 to rotate within the second groove 29 via the connecting cylinder 27. The rotation of the rotating wheel 28 causes the telescopic rod 211 within the connecting cylinder 27 to rotate. The telescopic rod 211 causes the connecting block 212 and the protrusion 215 on the connecting block 212 to rotate. When the protrusion 215 on the connecting block 212 rotates from the slot 213 into the connecting groove 214... The insertion rod 210 pushes the video inspector 1 to rotate in the vertical plane. When the protrusion 215 rotates back into the slot 213, the inspection angle of the video inspector 1 continues to rotate in the horizontal plane. This process is repeated until the protrusion 215 reaches the end of its stroke. Then, the video inspector 1 and the drive motor 216 are turned off. During the rotation, the video inspector 1 collects monitoring images of the transmission lines supported by the tower and the transmission lines near the tower to generate a panoramic view of the transmission lines, restoring the real-time situation of the transmission lines. The panoramic view of the transmission lines is observed to monitor whether there are any problems with the transmission lines. When it is necessary to monitor the transmission lines supported by the tower and the transmission lines near the tower again, the drive motor 216 is started in reverse phase according to the above method until the protrusion 215 on the connecting block 212 moves to the beginning of its stroke.
[0035] Finally: The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A three-dimensional inspection device for power transmission lines, characterized in that, Includes a video inspection device (1), and a connecting component (2) is provided below the video inspection device (1). The connecting component (2) is used to fix the video inspection device (1) to the connector and can adjust the inspection angle of the video inspection device (1). The connecting assembly (2) includes a connecting plate (21) disposed below the video inspector (1). The connecting plate (21) has an L-shaped cross-section. A first groove (22) is provided on the connecting plate (21). A limiting groove (23) is provided in the first groove (22). A rotating disk (24) is provided in the first groove (22). A limiting ring (25) is fixedly provided on the rotating disk (24). The limiting ring (25) is slidably connected in the limiting groove (23). A support rod (26) is fixedly provided on the upper end face of the rotating disk (24). The support rod (26) is connected to the video inspection device (1) through a rotating connecting seat. A connecting cylinder (27) is provided on one side of the support rod (26). A rotating wheel (28) is rotatably connected to the lower end face of the connecting cylinder (27). A second groove (29) is provided on the connecting plate (21). The rotating wheel (28) is slidably disposed in the second groove (29). A rod (210) is inserted into the upper end face of the connecting cylinder (27). The top end of the rod (210) is slidably connected to the video inspector (1) through a rotating connecting seat. A connecting block (212) is rotatably provided at the bottom end of the rod (210). A protrusion (215) is fixedly provided on the connecting block (212). A telescopic rod (211) is rotatably provided at the bottom end of the inner side of the connecting cylinder (27). The top end of the telescopic rod (211) is connected to the connecting block (212).
2. The three-dimensional inspection device for transmission lines according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the connecting cylinder (27) is provided with multiple slots (213). The protrusion (215) on the connecting block (212) is slidably connected to the slots (213) on the inner wall of the connecting cylinder (27). The multiple slots (213) are arranged vertically. A connecting groove (214) is provided between two adjacent slots (213). A drive motor (216) is fixedly provided on the lower end face of the connecting plate (21). The output end of the drive motor (216) is connected to the rotating disk (24).
3. The three-dimensional inspection device for transmission lines according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting frame (4) is fixedly connected to the lower end face of the connecting plate (21), a solar panel (3) is fixedly installed on the connecting frame (4), and a protective shell (5) is fixedly connected to the upper end face of the video inspection device (1).
4. The three-dimensional inspection device for transmission lines according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner wall of the connecting cylinder (27) has two sliding grooves (6), and two sliders (7) are fixedly installed on the insert rod (210). The two sliders (7) slide in the two sliding grooves (6) respectively.