Transformer substation modeling device based on point cloud data
By designing a substation modeling device using point cloud data within the substation, and utilizing a drone carrying a scanner to scan equipment at high locations, the inconvenience of operation and safety hazards caused by the high installation position of equipment within the substation were resolved, thereby improving data acquisition efficiency and model quality.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- XINING FANGSHENG ELECTRIC POWER DESIGN CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-21
AI Technical Summary
Many devices in substations are installed at high positions, making it difficult for staff to perform scanning operations directly. This poses inconvenience and safety hazards, affecting data acquisition efficiency and model quality.
A substation modeling device based on point cloud data was designed. Through the combination of structures such as mounting shell, connecting plate, vertical pipe, and extension rod, the scanner body can be mounted on a drone, the drone can be used to increase the scanning height, and a stable connection can be achieved through the hanging plate and movable plate to realize the scanning of equipment at high altitudes.
It effectively solves the problems of inconvenient operation and safety hazards of scanning equipment at heights, improves data acquisition efficiency and model quality, and ensures the stability and safety of the scanner.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of image processing and computer vision technology, and relates to a substation modeling device for point cloud data. Background Technology
[0002] With the continuous advancement of smart grid construction, substations, as key hubs in the power system, face increasingly urgent demands for refined management. To achieve efficient monitoring of substation equipment status, precise formulation of operation and maintenance plans, and rapid emergency response, creating 3D models of substations has become an important method. 3D modeling can intuitively present the spatial layout, equipment structure, and operating status of substations, providing strong support for the safe and stable operation of the power system.
[0003] Currently, in the process of 3D modeling of substations, point cloud data is usually obtained by scanning on-site. In actual operation, staff often need to use handheld modeling scanners to collect data. However, many devices in substations, such as transformers, high-voltage circuit breakers, and surge arresters, are generally installed at high positions, making it difficult for staff to directly scan them. This not only presents inconvenience but also poses safety hazards due to working at heights. It also leads to low data collection efficiency and insufficient data integrity, affecting the quality and effect of 3D modeling and thus hindering practical use. Utility Model Content
[0004] The technical problem this utility model aims to solve is that a large number of devices in substations are generally installed at high positions, making it difficult for staff to directly scan and operate them. This not only presents inconvenience for operation but also poses safety hazards due to working at height.
[0005] This utility model discloses a substation modeling device for point cloud data, comprising a scanner body, mounting shells at the top and bottom of the scanner body, connecting plates movably connected to the outer walls of the mounting shells on both sides, the connecting plates being fixedly connected to the scanner body, a vertical tube at the bottom of the scanner body, a mounting plate fixedly connected to the side wall of the vertical tube near the top, one side of the mounting plate extending into the mounting shell, mounting mechanisms at the top and bottom of the scanner body for fixing the position of the vertical tube, an extension rod slidably connected to the inner wall of the vertical tube, the bottom end of the extension rod extending to the bottom of the vertical tube and fixedly connected to a base plate, a connecting mechanism on the base plate, the base plate being H-shaped, and the connecting mechanism for connecting to the landing gear of a drone.
[0006] Preferably, the mounting mechanism includes a fixing plate, with the top and bottom of the scanner body respectively fixedly connected to the fixing plate. A square hole is opened on one side of the fixing plate, and a positioning rod is disposed in the square hole. Both ends of the positioning rod extend to the outside of the square hole. A locking block is fixedly connected to the side wall of the vertical tube near the top. The locking block is located inside the positioning rod. A circular plate is fixedly connected to the side wall of the positioning rod. A circular ring is sleeved on the side wall of the positioning rod. A support plate is fixedly connected to the side wall of the circular ring. One end of the support plate is fixedly connected to the scanner body. A first spring is sleeved on the side wall of the positioning rod. One end of the first spring is fixedly connected to the circular plate, and the other end is fixedly connected to the circular ring. A pull ring is fixedly connected to one end of the positioning rod.
[0007] Preferably, the connecting mechanism includes a hanging plate, which is symmetrically and movably connected between the inner walls on both sides of the base plate. One end of the hanging plate is provided with an arc-shaped hook. A rectangular opening is provided on one side of the hanging plate. A rectangular block is slidably connected between the inner walls on both sides of the rectangular opening. A movable plate is fixedly connected to one side of the rectangular block extending to the outside of the rectangular opening. One end of the movable plate is provided with an arc shape. A second spring is fixedly connected between the bottom of the rectangular block and the bottom of the inner cavity of the rectangular opening.
[0008] Furthermore, pads are fixedly connected to the top and bottom of the scanner body, and the pads are in contact with the top of the vertical tube.
[0009] Furthermore, a threaded hole is provided on the side wall of the vertical tube, and a bolt is installed in the threaded hole. One end of the bolt extends into the vertical tube and contacts the extension rod.
[0010] Furthermore, sliders are fixedly connected to both sides of the rectangular block opposite to the inner wall of the rectangular opening, and the inner wall of the rectangular opening is provided with a groove that matches the slider.
[0011] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0012] This invention, through the cooperation of the mounting shell, connecting plate, vertical tube, mounting plate, and extension rod, can increase the scanning height of the scanner body. When needed, the vertical tube can be installed on the top of the scanner body, and the vertical tube and scanner body can be fixed to the bottom of the drone by the hanging plate and movable plate. The drone can then lift the scanner body to a higher position for scanning, which effectively solves the problems of high equipment being inconvenient to scan and the potential safety hazards caused by working at height. Attached Figure Description
[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0014] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the overall bottom view of the structure of this utility model;
[0015] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 1 Enlarged view of point A in the image;
[0016] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the ring in this utility model;
[0017] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the hanging plate in this utility model;
[0018] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the movable plate in this utility model;
[0019] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram showing the positional distribution of the wire holes in this utility model;
[0020] Figure 8 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the bolt in this utility model.
[0021] In the diagram: 1. Scanner body; 2. Mounting shell; 3. Connecting plate; 4. Vertical tube; 5. Mounting plate; 6. Fixing plate; 7. Square hole; 8. Positioning rod; 9. First spring; 10. Circular plate; 11. Circular ring; 12. Support plate; 13. Pull ring; 14. Locking block; 15. Extension rod; 16. Base plate; 17. Hanging plate; 18. Movable plate; 19. Rectangular opening; 20. Rectangular block; 21. Second spring; 22. Pad plate; 23. Threaded hole; 24. Bolt. Detailed Implementation
[0022] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.
[0023] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features and technical solutions in the present invention can be combined with each other.
[0024] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.
[0025] Example 1
[0026] like Figures 1 to 8As shown, the scanner body 1 includes a mounting shell 2 at its top and bottom. Connecting plates 3 are movably connected to the outer walls of the mounting shell 2 on both sides. The connecting plates 3 are fixedly connected to the scanner body 1. A vertical tube 4 is provided below the scanner body 1. A mounting plate 5 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the vertical tube 4 near the top. One side of the mounting plate 5 extends into the mounting shell 2. Mounting mechanisms are provided at the top and bottom of the scanner body 1 to fix the position of the vertical tube 4. An extension rod 15 is slidably connected to the inner wall of the vertical tube 4. The bottom end of the extension rod 15 extends to the bottom of the vertical tube 4 and is fixedly connected to a base plate 16. A connecting mechanism is provided on the base plate 16. The base plate 16 is H-shaped and is used to connect with the landing gear of the UAV. A threaded hole 23 is opened on the side wall of the vertical tube 4. A bolt 24 is installed in the threaded hole 23. One end of the bolt 24 extends into the vertical tube 4 and contacts the extension rod 15. A pad 22 is fixedly connected to the top and bottom of the scanner body 1 and contacts the top of the vertical tube 4.
[0027] like Figure 4 and Figure 7 As shown, the mounting mechanism includes a fixing plate 6. The top and bottom of the scanner body 1 are fixedly connected to the fixing plate 6. A square hole 7 is opened on one side of the fixing plate 6. A positioning rod 8 is installed in the square hole 7. Both ends of the positioning rod 8 extend to the outside of the square hole 7. A locking block 14 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the vertical tube 4 near the top. The locking block 14 is located inside the positioning rod 8. A circular plate 10 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the positioning rod 8. A circular ring 11 is sleeved on the side wall of the positioning rod 8. A support plate 12 is fixedly connected to the side wall of the circular ring 11. One end of the support plate 12 is fixedly connected to the scanner body 1. A first spring 9 is sleeved on the side wall of the positioning rod 8. One end of the first spring 9 is fixedly connected to the circular plate 10, and the other end is fixedly connected to the circular ring 11. A pull ring 13 is fixedly connected to one end of the positioning rod 8.
[0028] The vertical tube 4 can be easily disassembled and installed through the installation mechanism, and the vertical tube 4 will not wobble after installation. The pad 22 can reduce the gap between the vertical tube 4 and the scanner body 1, so that it will not wobble during use. In addition, the vertical tube 4 can be installed on the top or bottom of the scanner body 1 as needed, and the scanning height can be increased by the pull-out extension rod 15. The scanner body 1 in this technical solution is a portable 3D scanner in the prior art, which is a relatively mature technology. Its working principle and practical method are common knowledge among those in the field, so they will not be described in detail in this technical solution.
[0029] Example 2
[0030] like Figures 1 to 8As shown, the connecting mechanism includes a hanging plate 17. The hanging plate 17 is symmetrically and movably connected between the inner walls of the two sides of the base plate 16. One end of the hanging plate 17 is provided with an arc-shaped hook. A rectangular opening 19 is opened on one side of the hanging plate 17. A rectangular block 20 is slidably connected between the inner walls of the two sides of the rectangular opening 19. A movable plate 18 is fixedly connected to one side of the rectangular block 20 to the outside of the rectangular opening 19. One end of the movable plate 18 is provided with an arc. A second spring 21 is fixedly connected between the bottom of the rectangular block 20 and the bottom of the inner cavity of the rectangular opening 19.
[0031] The scanner body 1 can be mounted on the landing gear of the drone or other suitable parts through the connection mechanism, and the stability of the connection is improved. In this way, the drone can carry the scanner body 1 to the place where it is needed to scan the device. The inner wall of the arc-shaped hook on the mounting plate 17 can be equipped with anti-slip pads or magnetic sheets to improve the stability of the connection and avoid slippage that would cause the drone to become unstable.
[0032] Among them, sliders are fixedly connected to the two sides of the rectangular block 20 that are opposite to the inner wall of the rectangular opening 19. The inner wall of the rectangular opening 19 is provided with a sliding groove that matches the slider. The slider and the sliding groove can limit the rectangular block 20 so that the rectangular block 20 will not rotate when sliding, thereby keeping the movable plate 18 and the hanging plate 17 parallel.
[0033] Working Principle: In use, if the scanner body 1 is used, the scanning height can be increased by installing the vertical tube 4. First, the mounting plate 5 on the vertical tube 4 is inserted into the mounting shell 2. After the mounting plate 5 is fully inserted into the mounting shell 2, the vertical tube 4 is pushed to swing to a vertical position. When the vertical tube 4 is in a vertical position, the locking block 14 on the vertical tube 4 will push the positioning rod 8 outward to compress the first spring 9. When the vertical tube 4 is completely vertical, the locking block 14 is located between the positioning rod 8 and the scanner body 1, so that the top of the vertical tube 4 is in complete contact with the pad 22. Simultaneously, the first spring 9 rebounds and pushes... The moving circular plate 10 and the positioning rod 8 return to their initial positions, which can block the locking block 14 and thus fix the vertical tube 4. This allows the scanner body 1 to be raised during use. If necessary, the extension rod 15 can be pulled out to extend the height. First, loosen the bolt 24 and then pull out the extension rod 15. After pulling the extension rod 15 to the appropriate length, tighten the bolt 24. The position of the extension rod 15 is fixed by the compression of the bolt 24. In this way, the scanner body 1 can be lifted to a higher position by the extended vertical tube 4 and the extension rod 15, so that the staff can scan the equipment at a higher position.
[0034] When encountering equipment installed at a high position, or when it is inconvenient for staff to reach the equipment location, a remote-controlled drone using existing technology can be used. First, by pulling the positioning rod 8 with the pull ring 13, the circular plate 10 is compressed against the first spring 9, causing the positioning rod 8 to move outward. This allows the locking block 14 on the vertical tube 4 to swing out of the positioning rod 8. Then, the mounting plate 5 can be pulled out and inserted into the mounting shell 2 on the upper side of the scanner body 1. After the above operation, the vertical tube 4 is installed on the top of the scanner body 1. Next, by pulling the movable plate 18, the second spring 21 is compressed, causing the hook of the hanging plate 17 to open, and the hanging plate 17 is hung on the drone. The landing gear or other suitable parts of the human-machine interface are then attached, and the movable plate 18 is released. Simultaneously, the rebound force of the second spring 21 pushes the rectangular block 20 and the movable plate 18 back to the initial position, closing the hook of the hanging plate 17. This improves the stability and safety of the suspension. After the two hanging plates 17 are attached to the drone, the drone can be controlled to move the lifting scanner body 1 to the required position for scanning. This effectively solves the problem that a large number of devices in the power station are generally installed at high positions, making it difficult for staff to directly scan them. This not only causes inconvenience in operation but also poses safety hazards due to working at height.
[0035] The descriptions of the orientation and relative positional relationships of the structure in this utility model, such as descriptions of front, back, left, right, up, and down, do not constitute a limitation on this utility model, but are merely for the convenience of description.
Claims
1. A substation modeling device of point cloud data, comprising a scanner body (1), characterized in that: The scanner body (1) is provided with mounting shells (2) at the top and bottom respectively. The outer walls of the mounting shells (2) are movably connected to the connecting plates (3) respectively. The connecting plates (3) are fixedly connected to the scanner body (1). The scanner body (1) is provided with a vertical tube (4) at the bottom. The side wall of the vertical tube (4) is fixedly connected to a mounting plate (5) near the top. One side of the mounting plate (5) extends into the mounting shell (2). The scanner body (1) is provided with mounting mechanisms at the top and bottom respectively. The mounting mechanisms are used to fix the position of the vertical tube (4). The inner wall of the vertical tube (4) is slidably connected to an extension rod (15). The bottom end of the extension rod (15) extends to the bottom of the vertical tube (4) and is fixedly connected to a base plate (16). The base plate (16) is provided with a connecting mechanism. The base plate (16) is H-shaped. The connecting mechanism is used to connect with the UAV landing gear. 2.The substation modeling device of point cloud data according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting mechanism includes a fixing plate (6). The top and bottom of the scanner body (1) are fixedly connected to the fixing plate (6). A square hole (7) is opened on one side of the fixing plate (6). A positioning rod (8) is provided in the square hole (7). The two ends of the positioning rod (8) extend to the outside of the square hole (7). A locking block (14) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the vertical tube (4) near the top. The locking block (14) is located inside the positioning rod (8). A circular plate (10) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the positioning rod (8). A circular ring (11) is sleeved on the side wall of the positioning rod (8). A support plate (12) is fixedly connected to the side wall of the circular ring (11). One end of the support plate (12) is fixedly connected to the scanner body (1). A first spring (9) is sleeved on the side wall of the positioning rod (8). One end of the first spring (9) is fixedly connected to the circular plate (10), and the other end is fixedly connected to the circular ring (11). A pull ring (13) is fixedly connected to one end of the positioning rod (8). 3.The substation modeling device of point cloud data according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting mechanism includes a hanging plate (17), which is symmetrically and movably connected between the inner walls on both sides of the base plate (16). One end of the hanging plate (17) is provided with an arc-shaped hook. A rectangular opening (19) is provided on one side of the hanging plate (17). A rectangular block (20) is slidably connected between the inner walls on both sides of the rectangular opening (19). A movable plate (18) is fixedly connected to one side of the rectangular block (20) extending to the outside of the rectangular opening (19). One end of the movable plate (18) is provided with an arc shape. A second spring (21) is fixedly connected between the bottom of the rectangular block (20) and the bottom of the inner cavity of the rectangular opening (19).
4. The substation modeling apparatus of point cloud data according to claim 1, characterized in that: The scanner body (1) is fixedly connected to a pad (22) at the top and bottom respectively, and the pad (22) is in contact with the top of the vertical tube (4).
5. The substation modeling apparatus of point cloud data according to claim 1, wherein: The vertical tube (4) has a threaded hole (23) on its side wall. A bolt (24) is installed in the threaded hole (23). One end of the bolt (24) extends into the vertical tube (4) and contacts the extension rod (15).
6. The substation modeling apparatus of point cloud data according to claim 3, characterized in that: Two sides of the rectangular block (20) are respectively fixedly connected with sliders opposite to the two sides of the inner wall of the rectangular opening (19), and the inner wall of the rectangular opening (19) is provided with a sliding groove matched with the slider.