Integrated GNSS continuous station observation device

Through integrated design and independent power supply scheme, the problems of scattered GNSS continuous station equipment and complex construction have been solved, achieving the effects of strong equipment integration, convenient application and low cost.

CN224067003UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-31HUBEI EARTHQUAKE ADMINISTRATION (SEISMOLOGY RES INST OF CHINA EARTHQUAKE ADMINISTRATION)
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CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
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Filing Date
2025-01-13
Publication Date
2026-03-31

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Technical Problem

Existing GNSS continuous station equipment is scattered, poorly integrated, inconvenient to use, and has high construction costs, complex lines, and is difficult to relocate.

Method used

Design an integrated GNSS continuous station observation device. By integrating the GNSS antenna, antenna mast, GNSS receiver cabinet and underground observation pier, adopting a hollow structure and threaded connection, and combining solar panels and batteries for power supply, the device can achieve compact layout and self-powered operation.

Benefits of technology

It improves the integration and ease of use of the equipment, reduces construction costs, simplifies line laying, reduces the probability of failure, and supports convenient relocation and independent power supply of the equipment.

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Abstract

An integrated GNSS continuous station observation device comprises a GNSS antenna, an antenna mast, a GNSS receiver cabinet and an underground observation pillar, the bottom of the GNSS antenna is connected with the top of the antenna mast, the middle of the antenna mast is connected with the GNSS receiver cabinet, and the bottom of the antenna mast is connected with a pillar through hole formed in the top of the underground observation pillar; the antenna rod is of a hollow structure, a rod through hole is formed in the middle of the antenna rod, the bottom of the GNSS antenna is connected with a transmission line, and the transmission line enters the antenna rod from the top of the antenna rod and then penetrates out of the rod through hole to be connected with a GNSS receiver cabinet. A solar panel is further connected to the middle of the antenna mast, a storage battery is placed in the underground observation pillar, and the storage battery is connected with the GNSS receiver cabinet and the solar panel through wires. According to the utility model, the GNSS receiver cabinet is fixed on the antenna mast, and is equipped with the solar panel and the storage battery without depending on external electric power, so that the GNSS receiver is strong in integration, small in occupied space, capable of automatically supplying power, and convenient to use.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an observation device, belonging to the field of geodesy, and particularly to an integrated GNSS continuous station observation device. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous development of satellite navigation technology, the construction of GNSS continuous stations in my country is accelerating, and their numbers are increasing daily. Based on the diverse business needs of various industries, a variety of GNSS networks with different uses have emerged. Currently, the conventional construction model for GNSS continuous stations involves first building a tall concrete pier, then erecting a protective fence around it. The antenna base is firmly fixed to the concrete pier using methods such as concrete pouring, and the GNSS receiver is placed inside the protective fence. This traditional GNSS continuous station results in a scattered arrangement of equipment, occupies a large space, has weak integration, and is inconvenient to use.

[0003] Chinese utility model patent application number 201920173091.7, filed on January 31, 2019, discloses a ready-to-use GNSS deformation monitoring device. A GNSS antenna support is fixed to a column or wall via a U-shaped tube, with the GNSS antenna positioned at the top of the support. A battery is connected to a solar controller via wires, and the solar controller is connected to a GNSS receiver via wires. The GNSS antenna is connected to the GNSS receiver inside the instrument case via a GNSS antenna feed line. A solar panel is connected to the solar controller inside the instrument case via a solar panel connection line. A GPRS signal amplifier is connected to the GNSS receiver inside the instrument case via a GPRS signal amplifier connection line. Although this design has a short construction period, it still has the following drawbacks:

[0004] The equipment layout in this design is still relatively scattered and lacks integration, resulting in inconvenience in application.

[0005] The information disclosed in this background section is intended only to enhance understanding of the overall background of this application and should not be construed as an admission or in any way implying that the information constitutes prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the problems of weak integration and inconvenient application of existing GNSS continuous stations, and to provide an integrated GNSS continuous station observation device that is highly integrated and easy to use.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is:

[0008] An integrated GNSS continuous station observation device includes a GNSS antenna, an antenna mast, a GNSS receiver cabinet, and an underground observation pier. The bottom of the GNSS antenna is connected to the top of the antenna mast, the middle of the antenna mast is connected to the GNSS receiver cabinet, and the bottom of the antenna mast is connected to a through-hole at the top of the underground observation pier. The antenna mast has a hollow structure with a through-hole in the middle. A transmission line is connected to the bottom of the GNSS antenna, and the transmission line enters the antenna mast from the top and exits through the through-hole to connect to the GNSS receiver cabinet.

[0009] A hollow threaded cylinder is installed on the pier through hole, and the bottom of the antenna rod is provided with internal threads. The antenna rod is threadedly connected to the hollow threaded cylinder of the pier.

[0010] The antenna mast has a groove in the middle, and a mesh grille is installed in the groove. The through hole of the mast is the gap of the mesh grille.

[0011] The GNSS antenna has a threaded hole at its bottom, and the antenna mast has a hollow threaded cylinder at its top. The GNSS antenna is threadedly connected to the antenna mast.

[0012] The GNSS receiver cabinet is provided with a first mounting plate and a second mounting plate. The first mounting plate is connected to the area above the groove on the antenna mast, and the second mounting plate is connected to the area below the groove on the antenna mast.

[0013] The first mounting plate and the second mounting plate are connected to the antenna mast by clamps.

[0014] A solar panel is also connected to the middle of the antenna mast. The solar panel is provided with a hollow threaded cylinder. A hollow threaded cylinder of the mast is installed above the groove. The solar panel and the hollow threaded cylinder of the mast are threadedly connected.

[0015] The underground observation pier consists of a solid part and a hollow part. The pier through hole is located on the solid part, and a storage battery is placed inside the hollow part.

[0016] The hollow part has a through hole that communicates with the through hole. The battery is connected to a wire. The wire passes through the through hole and out of the through hole into the antenna mast, and then passes through the through hole and the hollow threaded cylinder of the mast to connect to the GNSS receiver cabinet and the solar panel respectively.

[0017] A cover plate is fixedly connected to the top of the hollow part, and a mesh grid is provided in the middle area of ​​the cover plate.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0019] 1. This utility model discloses an integrated GNSS continuous station observation device, comprising a GNSS antenna, an antenna mast, a GNSS receiver cabinet, and an underground observation pier. The bottom of the GNSS antenna is connected to the top of the antenna mast, the middle of the antenna mast is connected to the GNSS receiver cabinet, and the bottom of the antenna mast is connected to a through-hole at the top of the underground observation pier. The antenna mast has a hollow structure with a through-hole in the middle. A transmission line is connected to the bottom of the GNSS antenna, enters the antenna mast from the top, and then exits through the through-hole to connect to the GNSS receiver cabinet. In application, the bottom of the antenna mast is first connected to the through-hole at the top of the underground observation pier to fix the antenna mast. Then, the GNSS antenna and GNSS receiver cabinet are connected to the antenna mast to complete the installation. Compared to the scattered equipment layout of traditional GNSS continuous stations, fixing the GNSS receiver cabinet to the antenna mast improves the integration of the equipment, reduces the overall space required, and facilitates later troubleshooting and equipment maintenance. Therefore, this utility model has strong integration and is convenient to use.

[0020] 2. In this integrated GNSS continuous station observation device, a hollow threaded cylinder is installed on the pier through-hole, and the antenna mast has an internal thread at its bottom, with the antenna mast threadedly connected to the hollow threaded cylinder. The GNSS antenna has a threaded hole at its bottom, and a hollow threaded cylinder is installed at the top of the antenna mast, with the GNSS antenna threadedly connected to the antenna mast. The GNSS receiver cabinet has a first mounting plate and a second mounting plate. The first mounting plate is connected to the upper area of ​​the groove on the antenna mast, and the second mounting plate is connected to the lower area of ​​the groove on the antenna mast. In application, both the GNSS antenna and the GNSS receiver cabinet can be detached from the antenna mast, and the antenna mast can also be detached from the underground observation pier, facilitating relocation when the observation point needs to be changed. Therefore, this invention is more convenient to relocate than traditional GNSS continuous stations, thus simplifying its application.

[0021] 3. In this integrated GNSS continuous station observation device, the underground observation pier includes a solid part and a hollow part, with a battery placed inside the hollow part. A through-hole in the hollow part communicates with a through-hole in the solid part. Wires are connected to the battery, passing through the through-hole in the hollow part, exiting through the through-hole in the solid part, entering the antenna mast, and then passing through a through-hole in the mast to connect to the GNSS receiver cabinet. In application, the battery provides the necessary power for the equipment's operation. The battery is placed inside the underground observation pier, and the wires enter the antenna mast from the underground observation pier to connect to the GNSS receiver cabinet. This arrangement is significantly more efficient than traditional GNSS continuous stations that require connection to mains power and complex wiring.

[0022] Costs are saved and the difficulty of laying lines is reduced. Therefore, compared with traditional GNSS continuous stations, this utility model has lower construction costs, simpler connection lines between equipment, reduces the probability of failures caused by complex lines, and thus improves overall safety.

[0023] 4. In this integrated GNSS continuous station observation device, a solar panel is connected to the middle of the antenna mast, and a battery is connected to the solar panel via wires. During application, under sunlight, the solar panel converts solar energy into electrical energy, providing the power required for equipment operation and charging the battery. Therefore, this device is self-powered and requires no external power. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the application of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a GNSS antenna.

[0026] Figure 3 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the antenna mast.

[0027] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 A magnified schematic diagram of the upper part of the central antenna mast.

[0028] Figure 5 yes Figure 3 A magnified structural diagram of the bottom of the central antenna mast.

[0029] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of a solar panel.

[0030] Figure 7 yes Figure 1 A schematic diagram showing the location of the through-hole in the hollow section of the underground observation pier.

[0031] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the structure of the underground observation pier after the storage battery has been placed in the hollow part.

[0032] Figure 9 yes Figure 8 A schematic diagram of the structure after the cover plate is installed on the hollow part of the underground observation pier.

[0033] Figure 10 yes Figure 1 Cross-sectional view of the underground observation pier.

[0034] In the diagram: GNSS antenna 1, threaded hole 11, transmission line 12, antenna mast 2, mast through hole 21, groove 211, mesh grid 212, internal thread 22, hollow threaded cylinder of mast 23, hollow threaded cylinder of mast 24, GNSS receiver cabinet 3, first mounting plate 31, second mounting plate 32, underground observation pier 4, pier through hole 41, pier hollow threaded cylinder 42, solid part 43, hollow part 44, pier through hole 45, solar panel 5, panel hollow threaded cylinder 51, battery 6, wire 7, cover plate 8, mesh grid 81, ground 9. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0036] See Figure 1 — Figure 10 An integrated GNSS continuous station observation device is disclosed, comprising a GNSS antenna 1, an antenna mast 2, a GNSS receiver cabinet 3, and an underground observation pier 4. The bottom of the GNSS antenna 1 is connected to the top of the antenna mast 2, the middle of the antenna mast 2 is connected to the GNSS receiver cabinet 3, and the bottom of the antenna mast 2 is connected to a pier through-hole 41 opened at the top of the underground observation pier 4. The antenna mast 2 has a hollow structure, and a rod through-hole 21 is opened in the middle of the antenna mast 2. A transmission line 12 is connected to the bottom of the GNSS antenna 1. The transmission line 12 enters the antenna mast 2 from the top and then exits through the rod through-hole 21 to connect with the GNSS receiver cabinet 3.

[0037] A hollow threaded cylinder 42 is installed on the pier through hole 41, and an internal thread 22 is provided at the bottom of the antenna rod 2. The antenna rod 2 is threadedly connected to the hollow threaded cylinder 42.

[0038] The antenna mast has a groove 211 in the middle, and a mesh grille 212 is installed in the groove 211. The through hole 21 of the mast is the gap of the mesh grille 212.

[0039] The GNSS antenna 1 has a threaded hole 11 at its bottom, and the antenna rod 2 has a hollow threaded cylinder 23 at its top. The GNSS antenna 1 is threadedly connected to the antenna rod 2.

[0040] The GNSS receiver cabinet 3 is provided with a first mounting plate 31 and a second mounting plate 32. The first mounting plate 31 is connected to the area above the groove 211 on the antenna mast 2, and the second mounting plate 32 is connected to the area below the groove 211 on the antenna mast 2.

[0041] The first mounting plate 31 and the second mounting plate 32 are connected to the antenna mast 2 by clamps.

[0042] A solar panel 5 is also connected to the middle of the antenna mast 2. The solar panel 5 is provided with a hollow threaded cylinder 51. A hollow threaded cylinder 24 is installed above the groove 211. The solar panel 5 is threadedly connected to the hollow threaded cylinder 24.

[0043] The underground observation pier 4 includes a solid part 43 and a hollow part 44. The pier through hole 41 is set on the solid part 43, and the storage battery 6 is placed inside the hollow part 44.

[0044] The hollow part 44 has a through hole 45 that communicates with the through hole 41. The battery 6 is connected to a wire 7. The wire 7 passes through the through hole 45 and out through the through hole 41 into the antenna mast 2, and then passes through the through hole 21 and the hollow threaded cylinder 24 to connect to the GNSS receiver cabinet 3 and the solar panel 5 respectively.

[0045] A cover plate 8 is fixedly connected to the top of the hollow part 44, and a mesh grille 81 is provided in the middle area of ​​the cover plate 8.

[0046] The supplementary technical features of this utility model are as follows:

[0047] In this design, the solar panel 5 faces due south, and the underground observation pier 4 is preferably made of concrete. The bottom of the underground observation pier 4 is one meter above the ground.

[0048] In this design, the wire 7 is preferably a polyvinyl chloride insulated wire, which has good insulation performance, strong corrosion resistance, and can maintain the insulation effect for a long time in the alkaline environment of cement, reducing the risk of leakage.

[0049] Example 1:

[0050] See Figure 1 — Figure 10 An integrated GNSS continuous station observation device includes a GNSS antenna 1, an antenna mast 2, a GNSS receiver cabinet 3, and an underground observation pier 4. The bottom of the GNSS antenna 1 is connected to the top of the antenna mast 2, the middle of the antenna mast 2 is connected to the GNSS receiver cabinet 3, and the bottom of the antenna mast 2 is connected to a pier through-hole 41 opened at the top of the underground observation pier 4. The antenna mast 2 has a hollow structure, and a rod through-hole 21 is opened in the middle of the antenna mast 2. A transmission line 12 is connected to the bottom of the GNSS antenna 1. The transmission line 12 enters the antenna mast 2 from the top of the antenna mast 2 and then exits through the rod through-hole 21 to connect with the GNSS receiver cabinet 3.

[0051] In application, first connect the bottom of the antenna mast 2 to the pier through hole 41 opened on the top of the underground observation pier 4 to fix the antenna mast 2, and then connect the GNSS antenna 1 and the GNSS receiver cabinet 3 to the antenna mast 2 to complete the installation.

[0052] Example 2:

[0053] The basic content is the same as in Example 1, except that:

[0054] A hollow threaded cylinder 42 is installed on the through hole 41. The bottom of the antenna rod 2 is provided with an internal thread 22, and the antenna rod 2 is threadedly connected to the hollow threaded cylinder 42. A groove 211 is opened in the middle of the antenna rod, and a mesh grid 212 is installed in the groove 211. The through hole 21 is the gap of the mesh grid 212. A threaded hole 11 is provided at the bottom of the GNSS antenna 1, and a hollow threaded cylinder 23 is provided at the top of the antenna rod 2. The GNSS antenna 1 is threadedly connected to the antenna rod 2. The GNSS receiver cabinet 3 is provided with a first mounting plate 31 and a second mounting plate 32. The first mounting plate 31 is connected to the area above the groove 211 on the antenna rod 2, and the second mounting plate 32 is connected to the area below the groove 211 on the antenna rod 2. The first mounting plate 31 and the second mounting plate 32 are connected to the antenna rod 2 by a clamp.

[0055] In application, first install the hollow threaded cylinder 42 on the pier through hole 41, then connect the antenna rod 2 to the hollow threaded cylinder 42 through the internal thread 22 at the bottom of the antenna rod 2. Subsequently, fix the GNSS receiver cabinet 3 in the groove 211 through the first mounting plate 31 and the second mounting plate 32. Connect the GNSS antenna 1 to the antenna rod 2 through the threaded hole 11 at the bottom of the GNSS antenna 1 and the hollow threaded cylinder 23 at the top of the antenna rod 2.

[0056] Example 3:

[0057] The basic content is the same as in Example 1, except that:

[0058] A solar panel 5 is connected to the middle of the antenna mast 2. The solar panel 5 is equipped with a hollow threaded cylinder 51. A hollow threaded cylinder 24 is installed above the groove 211. The solar panel 5 is threadedly connected to the hollow threaded cylinder 24. The underground observation pier 4 includes a solid part 43 and a hollow part 44. The pier through hole 41 is set on the solid part 43. A storage battery 6 is placed in the hollow part 44. A pier through hole 45 is opened in the hollow part 44 and communicates with the pier through hole 41. A wire 7 is connected to the storage battery 6. The wire 7 passes through the pier through hole 45, exits through the pier through hole 41, enters the antenna mast 2, and then passes through the pier through hole 21 and the hollow threaded cylinder 24 to connect to the GNSS receiver cabinet 3 and the solar panel 5, respectively. A cover plate 8 is fixedly connected to the top of the hollow part 44. A mesh grille 81 is set in the middle area of ​​the cover plate 8.

[0059] In application, the solar panel 5 converts solar energy into electrical energy, ensuring uninterrupted power supply and operation of the equipment as long as there is sunshine. The battery 6 stores the excess electrical energy generated by the solar panel 5 during the day and releases it at night or on cloudy or rainy days when there is insufficient sunlight, continuously powering the entire equipment and ensuring smooth operation unaffected by changes in sunlight conditions. The battery 6 is placed inside the hollow part 44, which is covered by a cover plate 8 to prevent theft. The mesh grille 81 on the cover plate 8 helps dissipate heat from the battery 6 and facilitates observation of its condition.

[0060] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. The protection scope of the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Any equivalent modifications or changes made by those skilled in the art based on the content disclosed in the present utility model should be included in the protection scope recorded in the claims.

Claims

1. An integrated GNSS Continuously Operating Station observation apparatus, characterized by: The integrated GNSS continuous station observation device comprises a GNSS antenna (1), an antenna pole (2), a GNSS receiver cabinet (3), an underground observation pier (4), the bottom of the GNSS antenna (1) is connected with the top of the antenna pole (2), the middle part of the antenna pole (2) is connected with the GNSS receiver cabinet (3), and the bottom of the antenna pole (2) is connected with the first pier through hole (41) formed in the top of the underground observation pier (4).

2. The integrated GNSS Continuously Operating Station observation apparatus according to claim 1, characterized by: The antenna pole (2) is a hollow structure, and a pole through hole (21) is formed in the middle part of the antenna pole (2), the bottom of the GNSS antenna (1) is connected with a transmission line (12), the transmission line (12) enters the inside of the antenna pole (2) from the top of the antenna pole (2) and then passes out of the pole through hole (21) and is connected with the GNSS receiver cabinet (3).

3. The integrated GNSS Continuously Operating Station observation apparatus according to claim 2, wherein: The first pier through hole (41) is provided with a pier hollow threaded cylinder (42), the bottom of the antenna pole (2) is provided with an internal thread (22), and the antenna pole (2) is threadedly connected with the pier hollow threaded cylinder (42).

4. The integrated GNSS Continuously Operating Station observation apparatus according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized in that: The middle part of the antenna pole is provided with a groove (211), the first mesh grid (212) is arranged in the groove (211), and the pole through hole (21) is a gap of the first mesh grid (212).

5. The integrated GNSS Continuously Operating Station observation apparatus according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized by: The bottom of the GNSS antenna (1) is provided with a threaded hole (11), the top of the antenna pole (2) is provided with a first pole hollow threaded cylinder (23), and the GNSS antenna (1) is threadedly connected with the antenna pole (2).

6. The integrated GNSS Continuously Operating Station observation apparatus according to claim 5, wherein: The GNSS receiver cabinet (3) is provided with a first mounting plate (31) and a second mounting plate (32), the first mounting plate (31) is connected to the area above the groove (211) of the antenna pole (2), and the second mounting plate (32) is connected to the area below the groove (211) of the antenna pole (2).

7. The integrated GNSS Continuously Operating Station observation apparatus according to claim 3, wherein: The first mounting plate (31) and the second mounting plate (32) are connected to the antenna pole (2) by a hoop.

8. The integrated GNSS Continuously Operating Station observation apparatus according to claim 1, 2 or 3, characterized by: The middle part of the antenna pole (2) is further connected with a solar panel (5), the solar panel (5) is provided with a panel hollow threaded cylinder (51), a second pole hollow threaded cylinder (24) is arranged above the groove (211), and the solar panel (5) is threadedly connected with the second pole hollow threaded cylinder (24).

9. The integrated GNSS Continuously Operating Station observation apparatus according to claim 8, wherein: The underground observation pier (4) comprises a solid part (43) and a hollow part (44), the first pier through hole (41) is arranged on the solid part (43), and the hollow part (44) is arranged with a storage battery (6).

10. The integrated GNSS Continuously Operating Station observation apparatus according to claim 9, wherein: A second pier through hole (45) is formed in the hollow part (44) and communicates with the first pier through hole (41), an electric wire (7) is connected to the storage battery (6), the electric wire (7) passes into the antenna pole (2) from the second pier through hole (45), passes out of the first pier through hole (41), passes through the pole through hole (21) and is connected with the GNSS receiver cabinet (3) and the solar panel (5) through the second pole hollow threaded cylinder (24) respectively. The hollow part (44) is fixedly connected with a cover plate (8), and the cover plate (8) is provided with a second mesh grid (81) in the middle area.

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