Ultra-short wave radio station data switching box and cable
By integrating and modularly designing the VHF radio data adapter box and cables, the problems of complex wiring and poor heat dissipation are solved, the equipment is miniaturized and its stability is improved, network management is simplified, and the durability of cables and supply chain security are enhanced.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-01
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-07
AI Technical Summary
Traditional VHF radio data interaction suffers from complex wiring, loosening, poor heat dissipation, and a lack of unified power management and data protocol processing modules. The plastic casing is also prone to overheating under high temperature and high load conditions, affecting stability.
The UHF radio data adapter box and cables feature an integrated and modular design, including an aluminum alloy housing, CPU chip, power management chip, GPIO control module, and USB HUB unit. The aluminum alloy housing and heat sink design utilize domestically produced chips to enhance supply chain security, and heat shrink tubing is used to improve cable durability.
This has enabled the miniaturization of equipment, simplified network management, improved equipment stability and durability, reduced temperature rise under high load conditions, and enhanced cable durability and supply chain security.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of data switching equipment technology, specifically to a VHF / UHF radio data switching box and cable. Background Technology
[0002] The VHF radio data transfer box is mainly used to acquire timing and positioning data from a TBR (Transmission and Response System) and alarm and reconnaissance information from detection equipment, generate formatted messages, and access the tactical internet through the VHF radio to meet the interconnection needs of individual detection equipment and command and control systems.
[0003] Traditional VHF radios require multiple cables to directly connect to external devices for data exchange, resulting in complex wiring, susceptibility to loosening, and poor heat dissipation. Furthermore, they lack a unified power management and data protocol processing module. In addition, existing adapters often use plastic housings, which are prone to overheating under high temperature and high load conditions, affecting stability. Summary of the Invention
[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution provided by this utility model is: a VHF radio data adapter box and cable, including an upper shell, a PCB board, a lower cover and hardware components, wherein the hardware components are integrated on the PCB board, the upper shell and the lower cover are detachably connected to form an adapter box, and the PCB board is used to be installed inside the adapter box;
[0005] The hardware components include a CPU chip, a power management chip, a GPIO control module, a USB_HUB unit, and an EMCP module. After power-on, the power management chip operates to supply power to the CPU chip, and the CPU starts running by controlling the power supply switches of the USB_HUB unit and the EMCP module through the GPIO control module.
[0006] Furthermore, a back clip is provided on the rear side of the lower cover for hanging and fixing to the radio cover or tactical vest.
[0007] Furthermore, the upper housing and lower cover are made of aluminum alloy, and the surface of the upper housing is designed with heat sinks.
[0008] Furthermore, the CPU chip is the domestic Leadcore Technology LC1860, which is used to control the internal power switch energy saving, run the user USB virtual network card interface protocol, process and forward USB virtual network card data packets, process device firmware upgrade protocol, and display device status.
[0009] Furthermore, the power management chip uses Leadcore Technology's LC1160, which includes 9 BUCK converters and 26 LDOs to meet complex multi-power supply requirements.
[0010] The advantages of the utility model compared to the prior art are:
[0011] This invention combines multiple structures, including an upper shell, PCB board, lower cover, hardware components, CPU chip, power management chip, GPIO control module, USB hub unit, and EMCP module. The adapter box adopts an integrated, modular, and unified structure with a compact module layout and clear unit hierarchy, thus achieving miniaturized design. Modular cables reduce messy wiring, heat-shrink tubing enhances durability, and the aluminum alloy shell and heat sink design effectively reduce temperature rise under high load conditions. This invention simplifies network management and configuration of an VHF radio data box by connecting a terminal via its network port for network configuration.
[0012] This invention utilizes domestically produced chips to enhance supply chain security. Specifically, a heat-shrink tubing structure is added to the cable to increase its durability. Attached Figure Description
[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a VHF radio data adapter box according to the present invention;
[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a VHF radio data transfer cable.
[0015] Among them, 1. Radio data connection socket, 2. Outgoing audio and debugging plug, 3. Beidou data connection socket, 4. Connection end, 5. Connection end, 6. First cable, 7. Second cable, 8. Third cable, 9. Fourth cable, 10. White heat shrink tubing, 11. PIN pin, 12. Upper housing, 13. PCB board, 14. Lower cover. Detailed Implementation
[0016] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0017] The present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0018] In a specific implementation, this utility model provides an ultra-shortwave radio data adapter box and cable, including an upper housing 12, a PCB board 13, a lower cover 14, and hardware components. The hardware components are integrated on the PCB board 13. The upper housing 12 and the lower cover 14 are detachably connected to form an adapter box. The PCB board 13 is used to install inside the adapter box.
[0019] The hardware components include a CPU chip, a power management chip, a GPIO control module, a USB_HUB unit, and an EMCP module. After power-on, the power management chip operates to supply power to the CPU chip, and the CPU starts running by controlling the power supply switches of the USB_HUB unit and the EMCP module through the GPIO control module. Example
[0020] a) Small size and light weight
[0021] In this embodiment, a VHF radio data adapter box has external dimensions of approximately 114mm × 50mm × 29.5mm (±1mm) (length × width × height) and weighs less than 300g. This VHF radio data adapter box employs integrated, modular, and unibody design technology, with a compact module layout and clear unit hierarchy, thereby achieving miniaturized design. The housing of the VHF radio data adapter box is made of aluminum alloy, and structural topology optimization is used to achieve lightweight design while meeting structural rigidity requirements.
[0022] b) Beautiful and elegant design, easy to use
[0023] The entire unit features a metal casing with anti-slip texture and chamfered edges, resulting in a lightweight, comfortable grip and an attractive appearance. The human-machine interface of this VHF radio data adapter box is designed for ease of use. Utilizing web technology, network configuration can be performed through the terminal connected to the box's network port, simplifying network management and configuration. This aligns with the operator's workflow, making it convenient and quick to use.
[0024] c) Strong environmental adaptability
[0025] This VHF radio data adapter box is designed with environmental adaptability in mind, employing technologies such as sealed design, vibration and shock resistance design, and electromagnetic compatibility design. A pre-installed sealing and waterproof groove is incorporated into the lower casing of the box, utilizing a positive pressure waterproofing method. Through careful calculation of the compression amount, waterproofing at the joint between the front and rear casings is effectively guaranteed. The structure has been optimized and simulated using CAE, ensuring both structural rigidity and strength under vibration, impact, and drop conditions while reducing weight.
[0026] The hardware components include a CPU chip, a power management chip, a GPIO control module, a USB_HUB unit, and an EMCP module. After power-on, the power management chip operates to supply power to the CPU chip, and the CPU starts running and controls the power supply switches of the USB_HUB unit and the EMCP module through the GPIO control module.
[0027] In this embodiment, the adapter box includes an upper housing 12, a PCB board 13, a lower cover 14, and hardware components. The hardware components are integrated on the PCB board 13. The cable assemblies and external interfaces are mounted on the upper housing assembly, and the lower cover assembly includes a conductive waterproof ring and a back clip. The functional units are clearly defined and arranged in a reasonable and compact manner. All components are connected and secured with standard screws, making disassembly and maintenance very convenient.
[0028] The aforementioned adapter box utilizes natural heat dissipation through its casing. Heat dissipation components on the printed circuit board transfer heat to the casing via thermal pads. The aluminum alloy casing offers excellent heat dissipation performance, conducting heat to the external environment. The heat sink design on the casing further enhances heat dissipation.
[0029] The lower cover 14 is provided with a back clip 15 on its rear side, which is used to hang and fix it on the radio cover or tactical vest.
[0030] To facilitate heat dissipation, the upper housing 12 and the lower cover 14 are made of aluminum alloy, and the surface of the upper housing 12 is designed with heat sinks.
[0031] As a further explanation of this utility model, the CPU chip is the domestic Leadcore Technology LC1860, which is used to control the internal power switch energy saving of the device, run the user USB virtual network card interface protocol, process and forward USB virtual network card data packets, process device firmware upgrade protocol, and display device status.
[0032] As a further explanation of this utility model, the power management chip adopts the LC1160 from Leadcore Technology, which includes 9 BUCK converters and 26 LDOs to meet complex multi-power supply requirements.
[0033] One type of UHF radio data adapter cable includes a radio data connection socket 1, an output audio and debugging plug 2, a Beidou data connection socket 3, and a connection end 4, wherein the connection end 4 is used to connect to an adapter box.
[0034] As a further explanation of this utility model, transparent heat-shrink tubing 5 is connected to the inner data lines of the radio data connection socket 1, the output audio and debugging plug 2, and the Beidou data connection socket 3, respectively. A first cable 6, a second cable 7, a third cable 8, and a fourth cable 9 are connected to the transparent heat-shrink tubing 5. The aforementioned transparent heat-shrink tubing increases the durability of the cables.
[0035] As a further explanation of this utility model, a white heat shrink tubing 10 and PIN pins 11 are connected to the inner cable of the connection end 4. The PIN pins 11 are PIN1-PIN4 pins for soldering 1132T terminals.
[0036] The present invention and its embodiments have been described above. This description is not restrictive, and the accompanying drawings are only one embodiment of the present invention; the actual structure is not limited thereto. In conclusion, if those skilled in the art are inspired by this description and design similar structures and embodiments without departing from the inventive spirit of the present invention, such designs should fall within the protection scope of the present invention.
Claims
1. A VHF / UHF radio data adapter box, characterized in that: It includes an upper housing (12), a PCB board (13), a lower cover (14), and hardware components. The hardware components are integrated on the PCB board (13). The upper housing (12) and the lower cover (14) are detachably connected to form an adapter box. The PCB board (13) is used to install inside the adapter box. The hardware components include a CPU chip, a power management chip, a GPIO control module, a USB_HUB unit, and an EMCP module. After power-on, the power management chip operates to supply power to the CPU chip, and the CPU starts running by controlling the power supply switches of the USB_HUB unit and the EMCP module through the GPIO control module.
2. The VHF radio data adapter box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower cover (14) is provided with a back clip (15) on the rear side, which is hung and fixed on the radio cover or tactical vest.
3. The VHF radio data adapter box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper housing (12) and the lower cover (14) are made of aluminum alloy, and the surface of the upper housing (12) is designed with heat sinks.
4. The VHF radio data adapter box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The CPU chip used is the domestic Leadcore Technology LC1860, which is responsible for the energy-saving control of the internal power switch of the device, running the user USB virtual network card interface protocol, processing and forwarding USB virtual network card data packets, processing device firmware upgrade protocol, and displaying device status.
5. A VHF radio data adapter box according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power management chip used is the LC1160 from Leadcore Technology, which includes 9 BUCK converters and 26 LDOs to meet complex multi-power supply requirements.
6. A data transfer cable for an ultra-shortwave radio, characterized in that, It includes a radio data connection socket (1), an output audio and debugging plug (2), a Beidou data connection socket (3), and a connection end (4), wherein the connection end (4) is used to connect to the adapter box according to any one of claims 1-4.
7. The VHF radio data adapter cable according to claim 6, characterized in that: The inner data lines of the radio data connection socket (1), the outgoing audio and debugging plug (2), and the Beidou data connection socket (3) are respectively connected to transparent heat shrink tubing (5), and the transparent heat shrink tubing (5) is connected to a first cable (6), a second cable (7), a third cable (8), and a fourth cable (9).
8. The VHF radio data adapter cable according to claim 6, characterized in that: A white heat shrink tubing (10) and PIN pins (11) are connected to the inner cable of the connection end (4). The PIN pins (11) are PIN1-PIN4 pins for soldering 1132T terminals.