Ship communication navigation equipment information generator adjusted by multidirectional knob

By combining a fixing cover, a protective cover plate, and a desiccant on the information generator, the problem of moisture absorption by the information generator in the marine environment is solved, thus protecting the equipment and extending its service life.

CN224164985UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-24COSCO BULK CARRIER CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
COSCO BULK CARRIER CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-22
Publication Date
2026-04-24

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Technical Problem

In the high-humidity marine environment, the control buttons and displays of the existing information generator are susceptible to moisture damage, which affects their service life.

Method used

A multi-directional knob-adjustable information generator for ship communication and navigation equipment was designed. The control buttons and display screen are protected by a fixed cover and protective cover plate. The humidity is reduced by combining desiccant and vent holes, and the airtightness is improved by using silicone pads and sealing structures.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents the entry of humid air from the outside, protects electronic components, extends the service life of the equipment, enhances the structural stability of the equipment, and facilitates operation.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of information generators, in particular to a multidirectional knob adjusted ship communication navigation equipment information generator which comprises a generator body, a storage box and a fixing cover, the fixing cover is arranged on the outer wall of one side of the generator body, and a protective cover plate is arranged on the outer side of the fixing cover. A limiting rod is installed on the outer wall of one side of the protective cover plate, vent holes distributed in a circular array mode are formed in the lower end of the interior of the protective cover plate, a storage box is arranged on one side of the outer wall of the lower end of the fixed cover, and a moisture-proof agent is placed in the storage box and can shield and protect control buttons and a display screen of the generator body; and damage of collision, dust and the like to equipment is reduced, external humid air is prevented from entering the fixing cover, and the service life of the generator body can be prolonged.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of information generator technology, specifically to an information generator for ship communication and navigation equipment that is adjustable by a multi-directional knob. Background Technology

[0002] The information generator for ship communication and navigation equipment is a device that provides diverse information data for the research, development, production, and maintenance of ship communication and navigation equipment. It can output ASCII format information data conforming to the NMEA standard. It can continuously output one or more types of data at a certain baud rate according to user needs. Equipped with a control module, it generates adjustment signals through DIP switches, which can arbitrarily modify the information data type and expand the data type range. At the same time, it can adjust the data transmission baud rate to meet the needs of different devices and scenarios. The information generator is usually equipped with a damping knob, which can be rotated left and right to perform menu selection or data adjustment operations.

[0003] While existing information generators offer numerous advantages during use, they still suffer from several drawbacks. Firstly, their protection is inadequate. Secondly, due to their suitability for use on ships, the operating environment is often characterized by high humidity. This dampness can cause moisture to accumulate on the control buttons, impacting the lifespan of the display and control buttons. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the problems in the existing technology, this utility model provides a ship communication and navigation equipment information generator with multi-directional knob adjustment.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is a multi-directional knob adjustable information generator for ship communication and navigation equipment, including a generator body, a storage box and a fixing cover. The fixing cover is provided on one outer wall of the generator body, and a protective cover is provided on the outside of the fixing cover. A limit rod is installed on one outer wall of the protective cover. A circular array of ventilation holes is opened at the lower end of the inside of the protective cover. The storage box is provided on one side of the lower outer wall of the fixing cover, and a desiccant is placed inside the storage box.

[0006] By adopting the above technical solution, the fixed cover and protective cover can shield and protect the control buttons and display screen of the generator body, reducing damage to the equipment caused by collisions and dust, and preventing humid air from entering the fixed cover, thus improving the service life of the generator body. In addition, the storage box can circulate with the air inside the fixed cover through the ventilation holes, so that the desiccant can absorb the moisture in the air between the fixed cover and the protective cover, effectively reducing the internal humidity and preventing the electronic components of the generator body from being damaged by moisture.

[0007] Specifically, the size of the fixing cover is adapted to the size of the outer wall of the generator body, and the inside of the fixing cover adopts a hollow design. A silicone pad is glued and fixed to the outer wall of the fixing cover facing the generator body, and the silicone pad is in contact with the outer wall of the generator body.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solution, the size adaptation can ensure that the fixing cover blocks the outside of the generator body. The silicone pad can not only ensure the sealing between the fixing cover and the generator body, but also prevent the fixing cover from damaging the generator body.

[0009] Specifically, both sides of the outer wall of the fixed cover are screwed with a fixing frame, and one side of the outer wall of the fixing frame is threaded with a fixing bolt, and the fixing bolt passes through one end of the fixing frame and contacts the outer wall of the generator body.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the staff can manually rotate the fixing bolts, which can penetrate the fixing frame and squeeze the outer wall of the generator body, thereby firmly fixing the fixing cover to the generator body, preventing the fixing cover from falling off during the daily use of the ship, enhancing the stability of the overall structure of the equipment, and ensuring the continuous effectiveness of the protective function.

[0011] Specifically, both sides of the upper outer wall of the protective cover are screwed with spring hinges, and the other end of the spring hinge is screwed to the upper outer wall of the fixed cover. The protective cover is rotatably connected to the fixed cover through the spring hinges.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, after the protective cover is detached from the hook and the limiting rod, the spring hinge can drive the protective cover to rotate in a circle and maintain the position of the protective cover, thereby exposing the inside of the fixed cover. The operator can then operate the control buttons on the outside of the generator body through the fixed cover. The protective cover is made of acrylic material, and through the light transmittance of the acrylic material, the operator can view the data on the display screen of the generator body through the protective cover.

[0013] Specifically, a sealing gasket for providing a seal is bonded to one side of the outer wall of the protective cover, and the other end of the sealing gasket is in contact with the outer wall of the fixed cover. Both the protective cover and the outer wall of the fixed cover are designed with an inclined shape.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, the sealing gasket effectively enhances the sealing between the protective cover and the fixed cover, preventing external moisture and dust from entering the fixed cover and protecting the generator body from environmental factors. In addition, the inclined shape ensures that the protective cover does not obstruct the operator's operation of the generator body after it is opened.

[0015] Specifically, a retaining sleeve is screwed to the lower end of the outer wall of one side of the fixing cover, and a hook is rotatably installed inside the retaining sleeve, and the hook is hung on the outside of the limiting rod.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, when the protective cover is closed, the operator can manually rotate the hook to hook it onto the limit bar, which can prevent the protective cover from opening accidentally and ensure that the equipment is in an effective protective state; when it is necessary to open the protective cover, the hook can be disengaged from the limit bar.

[0017] Specifically, the storage box is located below the vent, and a sealing ring is glued and fixed to the upper outer wall of the storage box. The upper outer wall of the sealing ring is in contact with the lower outer wall of the fixing cover. A circular array of connectors is installed on the outer wall of the storage box, and the storage box is connected to the fixing cover by screws through the connectors.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the storage box is located at the lower end of the ventilation hole, which facilitates the function of the desiccant. It absorbs moisture through air circulation. The sealing ring ensures the seal between the storage box and the fixing cover. The connector ensures that the storage box is in a stable position at the lower end of the fixing cover and ensures that the desiccant can be easily disassembled and replaced.

[0019] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0020] The multi-directional knob adjustable information generator for ship communication and navigation equipment described in this utility model can shield and protect the control buttons and display screen of the generator body, reducing damage to the equipment from collisions, dust, etc., and preventing humid air from entering the fixed cover, thereby improving the service life of the generator body.

[0021] The present invention relates to a multi-directional knob-adjustable information generator for ship communication and navigation equipment. The desiccant absorbs moisture from the air between the fixed cover and the protective cover, effectively reducing internal humidity and preventing damage to the electronic components of the generator body from moisture. Attached Figure Description

[0022] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of the generator body of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the generator body structure of this utility model;

[0025] Figure 3 This is an exploded view of the fixed cover structure of this utility model;

[0026] Figure 4 This is an enlarged schematic diagram of the storage box structure of this utility model.

[0027] In the diagram: 1. Generator body; 11. Fixing cover; 12. Protective cover plate; 13. Spring hinge; 14. Fixing bracket; 15. Fixing bolt; 16. Limiting rod; 17. Sleeve; 18. Vent hole; 19. Sealing gasket; 2. Storage box; 21. Sealing ring; 22. Desiccant; 23. Connecting parts. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0029] To save manpower and improve efficiency, as one embodiment of this utility model, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 As shown, the present invention discloses a multi-directional knob adjustable information generator for ship communication and navigation equipment, comprising a generator body 1, a storage box 2, and a fixing cover 11. The fixing cover 11 is provided on one outer wall of the generator body 1, and a protective cover 12 is provided on the outside of the fixing cover 11. A limit rod 16 is installed on one outer wall of the protective cover 12. A circular array of ventilation holes 18 is provided at the lower end of the interior of the protective cover 12. The storage box 2 is provided on one side of the lower outer wall of the fixing cover 11, and a desiccant 22 is placed inside the storage box 2.

[0030] During use, the fixed cover 11, together with the protective cover 12, can shield and protect the control buttons and display screen of the generator body 1, reducing damage to the equipment from collisions, dust, etc., and preventing humid air from entering the fixed cover 11, thus improving the service life of the generator body 1. The storage box 2 can circulate with the air inside the fixed cover 11 through the vent 18, so that the desiccant 22 can absorb the moisture in the air between the fixed cover 11 and the protective cover 12, effectively reducing the internal humidity and preventing the electronic components of the generator body 1 from being damaged by moisture.

[0031] For sealing purposes, exemplarily, such as Figure 2 As shown, the size of the fixing cover 11 is adapted to the outer wall size of the generator body 1, and the inside of the fixing cover 11 adopts a hollow design. A silicone pad is glued and fixed to the outer wall of the fixing cover 11 facing the generator, and the silicone pad is in contact with the outer wall of the generator body 1.

[0032] When in use, the size fit ensures that the fixing cover 11 covers the outside of the generator body 1. The silicone pad not only ensures the seal between the fixing cover 11 and the generator body 1, but also prevents the fixing cover 11 from damaging the generator body 1.

[0033] To fix the usage location, for example, such as Figure 3As shown, the outer walls of both sides of the fixed cover 11 are screwed with fixed brackets 14, and one side of the outer wall of the fixed bracket 14 is threaded with a fixing bolt 15, and the fixing bolt 15 passes through one end of the fixed bracket 14 and contacts the outer wall of the generator body 1.

[0034] During use, the operator manually rotates the fixing bolt 15, which penetrates the fixing frame 14 and presses against the outer wall of the generator body 1, thereby firmly fixing the fixing cover 11 to the generator body 1. This prevents the fixing cover 11 from falling off during daily use of the ship, enhances the stability of the overall structure of the equipment, and ensures the continuous effectiveness of the protective function.

[0035] To maintain the usage location, for example, such as Figure 2 As shown, spring hinges 13 are screwed to both sides of the upper outer wall of the protective cover 12. The other end of the spring hinge 13 is screwed to the upper outer wall of the fixed cover 11. The protective cover 12 is rotatably connected to the fixed cover 11 through the spring hinge 13.

[0036] In use, after the protective cover 12 is released from the hook and the limiting rod 16, the spring hinge 13 can drive the protective cover 12 to rotate in a circular motion and maintain the position of the protective cover 12, thereby exposing the inside of the fixing cover 11. The operator can then operate the control buttons on the outside of the generator body 1 through the fixing cover 11. The protective cover 12 is made of acrylic material, and through the light transmittance of the acrylic material, the operator can view the data on the display screen of the generator body 1 through the protective cover 12.

[0037] For sealing purposes, exemplarily, such as Figure 3 As shown, a sealing gasket 19 for providing a seal is bonded to one side of the outer wall of the protective cover 12. The other end of the sealing gasket 19 is in contact with the outer wall of the fixed cover 11. Both the protective cover 12 and the outer wall of the fixed cover 11 are designed with an inclined shape.

[0038] When in use, the sealing gasket 19 effectively enhances the sealing between the protective cover 12 and the fixed cover 11, preventing external moisture and dust from entering the interior of the fixed cover 11, protecting the generator body 1 from environmental factors, and the inclined shape ensures that the protective cover 12 does not obstruct the operator's operation of the generator body 1 after it is opened.

[0039] To fix the usage location, for example, such as Figure 3 As shown, a retainer 17 is screwed to the lower end of the outer wall of one side of the fixed cover 11. A hook is rotatably installed inside the retainer 17 and is hung on the outside of the limit rod 16.

[0040] When in use, when the protective cover 12 is closed, the operator can manually rotate the hook to hook it onto the limit rod 16, which can prevent the protective cover 12 from opening accidentally and ensure that the equipment is in an effective protective state; when it is necessary to open the protective cover 12, simply operate the hook to disengage from the limit rod 16.

[0041] For removability, exemplified by, such as Figure 4 As shown, the storage box 2 is located below the vent 18. A sealing ring 21 is glued and fixed to the upper outer wall of the storage box 2. The upper outer wall of the sealing ring 21 is in contact with the lower outer wall of the fixing cover 11. A circular array of connectors 23 are installed on the outer wall of the storage box 2, and the storage box 2 is connected to the fixing cover 11 by screws through the connectors 23.

[0042] When in use, the storage box 2 is located at the lower end of the vent 18, which facilitates the function of the desiccant 22. It absorbs moisture through air circulation. The sealing ring 21 ensures the seal between the storage box 2 and the fixing cover 11. The connector 23 ensures that the storage box 2 is in a stable position at the lower end of the fixing cover 11 and ensures that the desiccant 22 can be easily disassembled and replaced.

[0043] When using this utility model, the operator manually rotates the fixing bolt 15 to make it contact and press against the outer wall of the generator body 1, thereby firmly fixing the fixing cover 11 to the outside of the generator body 1, and fixing the storage box 2 to the lower end of the fixing cover 11 through the connector 23.

[0044] When the equipment is running normally, the protective cover 12 is hung on the limit rod 16 by the hook installed inside the sleeve 17 and is in the closed state, which protects the control buttons and display screen of the generator body 1. When the operator needs to operate the generator body 1, he can manually rotate the hook to disengage it from the limit rod 16. At this time, the spring hinge 13 drives the protective cover 12 to rotate in a circle, exposing the inside of the fixed cover 11. The operator can then reach through the fixed cover 11 to operate the control buttons.

[0045] By removing the screws on the connector 23, the storage box 2 can be removed from the lower end of the fixed cover 11, and the desiccant 22 can be replaced.

[0046] It should be noted that this utility model is an information generator for ship communication and navigation equipment with multi-directional knob adjustment. All components in this utility model are known to those skilled in the art, and their structure and principle can be learned by those skilled in the art through technical manuals or conventional experimental methods.

[0047] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The descriptions of the above embodiments and specifications are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A multi-directional knob-adjustable information generator for ship communication and navigation equipment, characterized in that, The device includes a generator body (1), a storage box (2), and a fixing cover (11). The fixing cover (11) is provided on one side of the outer wall of the generator body (1). A protective cover (12) is provided on the outside of the fixing cover (11). A limit rod (16) is installed on one side of the outer wall of the protective cover (12). A circular array of ventilation holes (18) is provided at the lower end of the inner side of the protective cover (12). The storage box (2) is provided on one side of the lower outer wall of the fixing cover (11). A desiccant (22) is placed inside the storage box (2).

2. The information generator for a ship communication and navigation device with multi-directional knob adjustment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The size of the fixing cover (11) is adapted to the outer wall size of the generator body (1), and the inside of the fixing cover (11) adopts a hollow design. A silicone pad is glued and fixed to the outer wall of the fixing cover (11) facing the generator, and the silicone pad is in contact with the outer wall of the generator body (1).

3. The information generator for a ship communication and navigation device with multi-directional knob adjustment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer walls of both sides of the fixed cover (11) are screwed with a fixed frame (14), and a fixing bolt (15) is threaded on one side of the outer wall of the fixed frame (14), and the fixing bolt (15) passes through one end of the fixed frame (14) and contacts the outer wall of the generator body (1).

4. The information generator for a ship communication and navigation device with multi-directional knob adjustment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The protective cover (12) has spring hinges (13) screwed on both sides of the upper outer wall. The other end of the spring hinge (13) is screwed to the upper outer wall of the fixed cover (11). The protective cover (12) is rotatably connected to the fixed cover (11) through the spring hinge (13).

5. The information generator for a ship communication and navigation device with multi-directional knob adjustment according to claim 1, characterized in that, A sealing gasket (19) for providing a seal is bonded to one side of the outer wall of the protective cover (12). The other end of the sealing gasket (19) is in contact with the outer wall of the fixing cover (11). Both the protective cover (12) and the outer wall of the fixing cover (11) are designed with an inclined shape.

6. The information generator for a ship communication and navigation device with multi-directional knob adjustment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end of the outer wall of the fixed cover (11) is screwed to a sleeve (17), and a hook is rotatably installed inside the sleeve (17), and the hook is hung on the outside of the limit rod (16).

7. The information generator for a ship communication and navigation device with multi-directional knob adjustment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage box (2) is located below the vent (18). A sealing ring (21) is glued and fixed to the upper outer wall of the storage box (2). The upper outer wall of the sealing ring (21) is in contact with the lower outer wall of the fixing cover (11). A circular array of connectors (23) is installed on the outer wall of the storage box (2), and the storage box (2) is connected to the fixing cover (11) by screws through the connectors (23).