Tunnel intelligent substation comprehensive monitoring system

By introducing smart meters, operational status detectors, and other equipment into the tunnel substation, a comprehensive monitoring system was constructed, which solved the problems of abnormal power supply and distribution and insufficient environmental monitoring, and realized real-time monitoring of the substation and a safe and reliable power supply.

CN223967697UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-03GUIZHOU ZHONGJIAO GUIDU EXPRESSWAY CONSTR CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202520547777.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-03-26
Publication Date
2026-03-03
Estimated Expiration
2035-03-26

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Technical Problem

The existing tunnel substations lack intelligent power monitoring systems, which makes it impossible to detect power supply and distribution anomalies in a timely manner, posing safety hazards. Furthermore, the lack of monitoring of generators, UPS, and real-time monitoring of environmental conditions makes it impossible to ensure the stability and security of power supply.

Method used

The integrated monitoring system, consisting of smart meters, operation status detectors, small smart three-phase meters, data acquisition devices, environmental monitors, water immersion detectors, cameras, and access control devices, monitors the power supply and distribution status, generator operation, UPS status, and environmental parameters of the substation in real time, and realizes automatic alarm and data acquisition.

Benefits of technology

It enables real-time monitoring of tunnel substations, timely detection of anomalies, ensuring the stability and security of power supply, reducing safety hazards from manual inspections, and improving operation and maintenance efficiency.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a comprehensive monitoring system for a tunnel intelligent substation, the substation is provided with a transformer, an automatic conversion cabinet, a generator, a control host and a plurality of low-voltage outgoing line cabinets, the outgoing line end of the transformer and the outgoing line end of the generator are both connected with the automatic conversion cabinet, and the outgoing line end of the transformer is connected with an intelligent electric meter. The generator is provided with a running state detector, the wire inlet ends of the plurality of low-voltage wire outlet cabinets are all connected with the automatic conversion cabinet, the wire inlet end of one low-voltage wire outlet cabinet is connected with an uninterruptible power supply, the uninterruptible power supply is connected with a data collector, and the wire inlet end of the uninterruptible power supply is connected with the automatic conversion cabinet. A fan, a water pump, a roller shutter door, a lighting lamp, a lane indicator light and a camera are arranged in the tunnel; and the fan, the water pump, the roller shutter door, the lighting lamp, the lane indicator light and the camera are connected with the wire outlet end of the low-voltage wire outlet cabinet. The system can monitor the use, operation and maintenance process of the tunnel substation in real time, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the tunnel substation.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of monitoring system technology, specifically to a comprehensive monitoring system for intelligent substations in tunnels. Background Technology

[0002] The country boasts a long highway network with numerous tunnels, most of which are located in remote areas, resulting in high maintenance costs. Due to the complexity of the electromechanical systems in highway tunnels, including multiple subsystems such as lighting, ventilation, monitoring, fire protection, traffic guidance, environmental monitoring, fire alarms, and public address systems, continuous monitoring and maintenance are required 24 / 7. Tunnel substations provide a stable power supply for the tunnel's monitoring, lighting, ventilation, and traffic guidance equipment. This process involves high electricity consumption and costs, necessitating the installation of numerous power distribution facilities and other critical electromechanical equipment, along with metering meters for billing purposes.

[0003] The use and maintenance of existing tunnel substations have the following shortcomings:

[0004] 1) A standard electricity meter is used, requiring manual meter readings periodically;

[0005] 2) No power monitoring system was installed, and there was a lack of means to monitor and analyze the power supply and distribution operation status, thus failing to detect in a timely manner the functional loss of the tunnel electromechanical system caused by power supply and distribution abnormalities;

[0006] 3) The power distribution room lacks systematic automatic monitoring methods. When problems such as system abnormalities, power outages, and equipment failures occur, they cannot be automatically detected and alarmed, posing safety hazards.

[0007] 4) The lack of monitoring of the generator makes it impossible to detect problems such as insufficient generator oil or generator malfunctions in a timely manner. This leads to the inability to ensure the subsequent power supply and operation of the tunnel electromechanical system after power outages or other events, posing a significant risk.

[0008] 5) Lack of online monitoring of UPS, lack of monitoring and understanding of UPS backup time, battery status and operation status, which makes it impossible to ensure stable operation of UPS and timely detection of UPS failure.

[0009] 6) The power distribution room lacks automatic access control, resulting in a lack of supervision and traceability regarding the operation and maintenance of the equipment room and personnel entry and exit;

[0010] 7) There is no environmental condition monitoring in the power distribution room, so it is impossible to effectively monitor abnormal conditions such as water immersion, fire, and excessive humidity in the power distribution room.

[0011] 8) Manual inspection of tunnels is difficult to detect abnormalities in a timely manner, posing safety hazards. Utility Model Content

[0012] The purpose of this invention is to provide a comprehensive monitoring system for intelligent substations in tunnels, which can monitor the use and maintenance process of tunnel substations in real time, thereby improving their safety and reliability.

[0013] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0014] A comprehensive monitoring system for a tunnel intelligent substation includes a transformer, an automatic transfer switch, a generator, a control host, and several low-voltage outgoing switchgear. The outgoing terminals of the transformer and the generator are connected to the automatic transfer switch. A smart meter is connected to the transformer's outgoing terminal. An operating status detector is installed on the generator. The incoming terminals of several low-voltage outgoing switchgear are connected to the automatic transfer switch. One of the low-voltage outgoing switchgear's incoming terminal is connected to an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). The UPS is connected to a data acquisition unit. The UPS's incoming terminal is connected to the automatic transfer switch... The tunnel is equipped with fans, water pumps, roller shutters, lighting fixtures, lane indicator lights, and cameras. These components are connected to the outgoing terminals of the low-voltage outgoing cabinet. The lighting fixtures, lane indicator lights, and cameras are connected to the low-voltage outgoing cabinet, which is connected to an uninterruptible power supply. Each outgoing terminal of the low-voltage outgoing cabinet is connected to a small intelligent three-phase meter. The intelligent meter, the operating status detector, the data acquisition unit, and the small intelligent three-phase meter are all connected to the control host via data cables.

[0015] Specifically, an access control device is installed at the entrance of the substation, and the access control device is connected to the control host via a data cable.

[0016] Specifically, a camera is installed in the substation, and the camera is connected to the control host via a data cable.

[0017] Specifically, the substation is equipped with a power distribution room, and the low-voltage outgoing line cabinet is located in the power distribution room. The power distribution room is equipped with an environmental monitoring instrument and a water immersion detector. Both the environmental monitoring instrument and the water immersion detector are connected to the control host via data cables.

[0018] Specifically, the uninterruptible power supply includes four vertical bars, several longitudinal bars, and several transverse bars. The two ends of the longitudinal bars are fixed to the longitudinal bars on the front and rear sides, and the two ends of the transverse bars are fixed to the longitudinal bars on the transverse sides. Four transverse bars are connected between the two longitudinal bars on the bottom side. The four transverse bars are divided into two groups, with a gap between the two transverse bars in the same group. Several lower cooling fans are provided on the upper side of the two transverse bars in the same group, and the two sides of the lower cooling fans are fixed to the top side of the two transverse bars respectively.

[0019] Specifically, the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) housing has vent holes on the bottom cover, a gap between the lower cooling fan and the bottom cover, and support feet at the four corners of the bottom of the UPS housing.

[0020] Specifically, the top cover of the uninterruptible power supply housing has several air vents, which are arranged in a rectangular pattern, and a lower cooling fan is fixed to the bottom wall of each air vent.

[0021] Specifically, a capacitor plate is connected to the rear side of the two horizontal strips distributed along the top and bottom, and several capacitors are provided on the rear side of the capacitor plate. A heat sink is fixed to the front side of the two horizontal strips.

[0022] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0023] This system is equipped with smart meters, operation status detectors, small smart three-phase meters, and data acquisition devices in substations to monitor the operation status of transformers, generators, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), and tunnel-related circuits in real time. It can promptly report the operation status of the above equipment, enabling the backend to keep abreast of the substation's power supply and distribution operation status, promptly detect various abnormal situations in the substation, eliminate potential safety hazards, and ensure the safe and reliable operation of the substation. Attached Figure Description

[0024] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0025] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of a comprehensive monitoring system for a tunnel intelligent substation;

[0026] Figure 2 An external view of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS);

[0027] Figure 3 An internal view of an uninterruptible power supply (UPS);

[0028] Figure 4 Another internal view of the uninterruptible power supply (UPS).

[0029] In the picture:

[0030] 11. Vertical bar; 12. Vertical stripe; 13. Horizontal bar; 14. Lower cooling fan; 15. Bottom cover; 151. Vent; 16. Support feet; 17. Top cover; 171. Vent; 18. Upper cooling fan; 19. Capacitor board; 191. Capacitor;

[0031] 2. Radiator. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.

[0033] See Figure 1 A comprehensive monitoring system for a tunnel intelligent substation is described. The substation includes a transformer, automatic transfer switch, generator, control host, and several low-voltage outgoing line cabinets. The outgoing lines of both the transformer and the generator are connected to the automatic transfer switch. Smart meters are connected to the outgoing lines of the transformer. Figure 1 (A1), the generator is equipped with an operating status monitoring instrument ( Figure 1 (A2). The incoming lines of several low-voltage outgoing line cabinets are all connected to an automatic transfer switch. One of the low-voltage outgoing line cabinets has an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) connected to its incoming line. The UPS is connected to a data acquisition unit (…). Figure 1 (A4). The input terminal of the uninterruptible power supply is connected to the automatic transfer switch.

[0034] The tunnel is equipped with fans, water pumps, roller shutters, lighting fixtures, lane indicator lights, and cameras. The fans, water pumps, roller shutters, lighting fixtures, lane indicator lights, and cameras are connected to the outgoing terminals of a low-voltage switchgear. Specifically, the lighting fixtures, lane indicator lights, and cameras are connected to the low-voltage switchgear, which is equipped with an uninterruptible power supply (UPS). Each outgoing terminal of the low-voltage switchgear is connected to a small intelligent three-phase electricity meter. Figure 1 (A3). The smart meter, operation status detector, data acquisition unit, and small smart three-phase meter are all connected to the control host via data cables.

[0035] Specifically, an access control device is installed at the entrance of the substation, and the access control device is connected to the control host via a data cable.

[0036] Specifically, cameras are installed inside the substation. Figure 1 (C1) The camera and the control host are connected via a data cable.

[0037] Specifically, the substation has a distribution room, the low-voltage outgoing line cabinet is located in the distribution room, and the distribution room is equipped with an environmental monitoring instrument. Figure 1 (B1) and immersion detector ( Figure 1 In section B2), both the environmental monitoring instrument and the immersion detector are connected to the control host via data cables.

[0038] See Figures 2 to 4 An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) consists of four vertical bars (11), several longitudinal bars (12), and several horizontal bars (13). The two ends of the longitudinal bars (12) are fixed to the two front and rear vertical bars (11), and the two ends of the horizontal bars (13) are fixed to the two sides of the longitudinal bars (12). See... Figure 4Four horizontal bars 13 are connected between the two vertical bars 12 on the bottom side. The four horizontal bars 13 are divided into two groups, with gaps between the two horizontal bars 13 in the same group. Several lower cooling fans 14 are provided on the upper side of the two horizontal bars 13 in the same group. The two sides of the lower cooling fans 14 are fixed to the top side of the two horizontal bars 13 respectively.

[0039] Specifically, the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) housing has a bottom cover 15 with an air vent 151, and a gap is left between the lower cooling fan 14 and the bottom cover 15. The UPS housing has support feet 16 at the four corners of the bottom.

[0040] Specifically, the top cover 17 of the uninterruptible power supply housing is provided with several air outlets 171, which are arranged in a rectangular pattern, and an upper cooling fan 18 is fixed to the bottom wall of each air outlet 171.

[0041] Specifically, a capacitor plate 19 is connected to the rear side of the two horizontal bars 13 distributed along the top and bottom, and a number of capacitors 191 are provided on the rear side of the capacitor plate 19. A heat sink 2 is fixed to the front side of the two horizontal bars 13.

[0042] The working principle of this utility model is as follows:

[0043] After the mains power is stepped down by a transformer, it is distributed to various low-voltage outgoing switchgear. The outgoing lines from these switchgear supply power to the various electrical appliances in the tunnel. Smart meters are connected to the transformer's outgoing terminals. Figure 1 (A1) By collecting data such as power supply voltage, current, power, and energy through smart meters, the power consumption of substation equipment can be collected in real time. By configuring the corresponding electricity price, the power consumption and electricity cost of the tunnel substation can be monitored in real time.

[0044] By installing small intelligent three-phase meters in each power distribution output circuit of the low-voltage outgoing cabinet ( Figure 1 The A3 system can monitor and analyze the power distribution, power consumption, and trends of various power distribution circuits and equipment in the tunnel.

[0045] The generator is equipped with an operating status monitoring device ( Figure 1 The A2) operation status detector monitors and analyzes the generator's real-time operating status and fuel tank status, and can obtain information such as fuel level increase / decrease and average fuel consumption. When the fuel level in the tank is low, it promptly reminds maintenance personnel to replenish the fuel to prevent fuel shortage risks, and predicts and analyzes the generator's power generation time and provides response reminders.

[0046] The uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is equipped with a data acquisition unit ( Figure 1(A4) The data acquisition unit collects various status data of the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) in real time and provides real-time alerts when the UPS malfunctions, preventing safety hazards caused by the UPS failing to work properly when the mains power is interrupted.

[0047] The system installs electronic access control at the main entrances and exits of the power distribution room and generator room to effectively monitor personnel in these areas. This is achieved by installing one camera in each of the power distribution room, generator room, and backup power room. Figure 1 (C1) to achieve online monitoring of the substation interior.

[0048] The system is equipped with environmental monitoring instruments in the power distribution room, generator room, and high-voltage room. Figure 1 The B1 module enables online monitoring and data reporting of temperature, humidity, and smoke levels inside the substation.

[0049] The system is equipped with immersion detectors in the power distribution room, generator room, and high-voltage room. Figure 1 (B2) enables online monitoring and data reporting of water immersion and leakage inside the substation.

[0050] When the mains power fails, the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) can still supply power to the low-voltage outgoing cabinet it is connected to, enabling the lighting circuit, lane indicator circuit, and camera circuit led out from the low-voltage outgoing cabinet to continue to operate normally, thus maintaining the basic functions of the tunnel. Therefore, daily charging of the UPS is crucial, as is cooling it.

[0051] To achieve effective cooling of the uninterruptible power supply (UPS), a capacitor bank 19 is located in the lower part of the UPS's internal cavity. A heat sink 2 is located on the front side of the capacitor bank 19, which promptly absorbs heat from the capacitor bank 19, maintaining it at a low temperature. Multiple lower cooling fans 14 are located on the lower side of the capacitor bank 19. The bottom cover 15 of the UPS housing has vents 151, with gaps between the lower cooling fans 14 and the bottom cover 15. Support feet 16 are located at the four corners of the bottom of the UPS housing, creating gaps between the bottom cover 15 and the ground, allowing the lower cooling fans 14 to effectively extract hot air from the UPS's internal cavity.

[0052] The top cover 17 of the uninterruptible power supply (UPS) housing has several air outlets 171, which are arranged in a rectangular pattern. Each air outlet 171 has an upper cooling fan 18 fixed to its bottom wall. The multiple cooling fans 18 draw out the hot air from the UPS interior.

[0053] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Although the present utility model has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present utility model. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the scope of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A comprehensive monitoring system for intelligent substations in tunnels, characterized in that: The substation is equipped with a transformer, an automatic transfer switch, a generator, a control host, and several low-voltage outgoing line cabinets. The outgoing lines of the transformer and the generator are connected to the automatic transfer switch. A smart meter is connected to the outgoing line of the transformer. An operating status monitor is installed on the generator. The incoming lines of several low-voltage outgoing line cabinets are connected to the automatic transfer switch. One of the low-voltage outgoing line cabinets has an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) connected to its incoming line. The UPS has a data acquisition device connected to its incoming line, which is also connected to the automatic transfer switch. The tunnel is equipped with fans, water pumps, roller shutters, lighting fixtures, lane indicator lights, and cameras. These devices are connected to the outgoing lines of the low-voltage outgoing line cabinets. The lighting fixtures, lane indicator lights, and cameras are connected to the low-voltage outgoing line cabinets connected to the UPS. Each outgoing line of the low-voltage outgoing line cabinet is connected to a small smart three-phase meter. The smart meter, operating status monitor, data acquisition device, and small smart three-phase meter are all connected to the control host via data cables.

2. The integrated monitoring system for intelligent substations in tunnels according to claim 1, characterized in that: The substation is equipped with an access control device at its entrance, which is connected to the control host via a data cable.

3. The integrated monitoring system for intelligent substations in tunnels according to claim 1, characterized in that: The substation is equipped with cameras, which are connected to the control host via data cables.

4. The integrated monitoring system for intelligent substations in tunnels according to claim 1, characterized in that: The substation is equipped with a power distribution room, and the low-voltage outgoing line cabinet is located in the power distribution room. The power distribution room is equipped with an environmental monitoring instrument and a water immersion detector. Both the environmental monitoring instrument and the water immersion detector are connected to the control host via data cables.

5. The integrated monitoring system for intelligent substations in tunnels according to claim 1, characterized in that: The uninterruptible power supply includes four vertical bars, several longitudinal bars, and several transverse bars. The two ends of the longitudinal bars are fixed to the longitudinal bars on the front and rear sides, and the two ends of the transverse bars are fixed to the longitudinal bars on the transverse sides. Four transverse bars are connected between the two longitudinal bars on the bottom side. The four transverse bars are divided into two groups, with a gap between the two transverse bars in the same group. Several lower cooling fans are provided on the upper side of the two transverse bars in the same group, and the two sides of the lower cooling fans are fixed to the top side of the two transverse bars respectively.

6. The integrated monitoring system for intelligent substations in tunnels according to claim 5, characterized in that: The uninterruptible power supply (UPS) housing has vent holes on the bottom cover, and there is a gap between the lower cooling fan and the bottom cover. The UPS housing has support feet at the four corners of the bottom.

7. The integrated monitoring system for intelligent substations in tunnels according to claim 5, characterized in that: The uninterruptible power supply has several air vents on its top cover, which are arranged in a rectangular pattern. A cooling fan is fixed to the bottom wall of each air vent.

8. The integrated monitoring system for intelligent substations in tunnels according to claim 5, characterized in that: A capacitor plate is connected to the rear side of the two horizontal strips that run vertically. Several capacitors are installed on the rear side of the capacitor plate, and a heat sink is fixed to the front side of the two horizontal strips.