Laser cleaning device for ship

The laser cleaning device, with its miniaturized and lightweight design, solves the problem that traditional equipment cannot enter narrow areas, enabling efficient cleaning in special vessels. It is suitable for various confined spaces, easy to operate, and has a wide range of applications.

CN224181580UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01SHANGHAI CHINA SHIPBUILDING MATERIALS ENG CO LTD +2
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHANGHAI CHINA SHIPBUILDING MATERIALS ENG CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-01-14
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

Traditional laser cleaning equipment is large and heavy, making it unsuitable for special ship cabins or narrow bottom areas, which causes inconvenience to the cleaning work.

Method used

A miniaturized and lightweight laser cleaning device was designed, including an integrated display system, laser cleaning equipment and control system inside the housing. It adopts detachable casters and telescopic rods for easy movement and access to confined spaces. The laser and cleaning head are connected via optical fiber, making operation simple.

Benefits of technology

It achieves efficient cleaning in confined spaces, is suitable for various small environments, is easy to operate, has a wide range of applications, and is compact in structure, making it easy to move and use.

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Abstract

A display system is arranged on the upper portion of a box body, laser cleaning equipment is arranged in the middle of the box body, and a control system is arranged on the lower portion of the box body. The laser cleaning equipment comprises a laser and a laser cleaning head connected with the laser; and the display system comprises a touch screen, a power-on button connected with the power supply, and a scram button connected with the laser. In implementation, due to the fact that the laser cleaning device is integrated in the box body, the detachable universal wheels are arranged at the bottom of the box body, and the telescopic pull rod is arranged at the top of the box body, the box body can be conveniently lifted to a needed position, the whole box body is small in structure, convenient to move and capable of conveniently entering a narrow space in a cabin for cleaning operation, and meanwhile the whole device is easy and convenient to operate. The cleaning efficiency is high and the application range is wide.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of laser cleaning devices, specifically a laser cleaning device for ships, and more particularly to an integrated portable laser cleaning device for narrow areas of ships. Background Technology

[0002] In existing technologies, the surfaces and internal structures of special vessels often accumulate various types of dirt due to seawater corrosion, such as marine organisms, rust, and coatings. Therefore, it is necessary to regularly use cleaning equipment to effectively clean these dirt deposits.

[0003] Currently, laser cleaning equipment is generally used for cleaning operations. Laser cleaning equipment can quickly and efficiently remove dirt and grime, improving the service life and safety of special vessels. However, traditional laser cleaning equipment is large and heavy, making it unsuitable for the narrow areas inside the cabins and bilges of special vessels, thus creating blind spots in the operation and causing great inconvenience to the cleaning work.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need in the market for a new type of laser cleaning device that can be adapted to operations inside ship cabins. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an improved laser cleaning device for ships. Through structural improvements, the cleaning device is miniaturized, lightweight, and easy to move. It can work in the confined space of a ship with a complex hull structure. The laser cleaning head is easy to operate and can output stable and efficient power.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows: a laser cleaning device for ships, comprising a housing, characterized in that: a display system is provided at the upper part of the housing, a laser cleaning device is provided in the middle part, and a control system is provided at the lower part; the laser cleaning device includes a laser and a laser cleaning head connected to the laser; the display system includes a touch screen, a power button connected to a power source, and an emergency stop button connected to the laser; a front compartment and a rear compartment are provided in the middle part of the housing, with a through hole between the front and rear compartments; the laser is provided in the front compartment, and the laser cleaning head is provided in the rear compartment; the laser and the laser cleaning head are connected by an optical fiber; the laser is connected to the control system by a circuit; and the control system is connected to the touch screen by a circuit.

[0007] Preferably, the rear compartment is equipped with a fixing plate for fixing the laser cleaning head; the front compartment is equipped with an openable compartment door, and the compartment door and the front compartment are equipped with a mutually cooperating laser compartment locking structure.

[0008] Furthermore, the bottom of the box is equipped with detachable casters, and the top is equipped with a retractable pull rod.

[0009] Furthermore, the lower part of the enclosure is equipped with a control compartment, which contains a control system and a set of symmetrically arranged fans. The sides of the control compartment are respectively equipped with air outlets corresponding to the fans.

[0010] Furthermore, the enclosure is made of aluminum alloy.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the technical solution of this utility model not only improves the overall technical solution, but also includes many detailed improvements. Specifically, it has the following beneficial effects:

[0012] 1. The improved solution described in this utility model has a display system at the top of the housing, a laser cleaning device in the middle, and a control system at the bottom; the laser cleaning device includes a laser and a laser cleaning head connected to the laser; the display system includes a touch screen, a power button connected to the power supply, and an emergency stop button connected to the laser. The entire device is easy to operate and highly practical. The laser cleaning head can perform cleaning work stably and efficiently, and is suitable for various small spaces such as ship cabins.

[0013] 2. In the technical solution of this utility model, the middle of the box body is provided with a front compartment and a rear compartment, and a through hole is provided between the front and rear compartments. The front compartment is provided with a laser, and the rear compartment is provided with a laser cleaning head. The laser and the laser cleaning head are connected by optical fiber. The laser and the control system are connected by a line. The laser and the laser cleaning head are set in the compartment, which is convenient for storage and transportation. The whole device is compact and easy to move. It can be used in different internal cleaning environments, especially narrow spaces. It has a wide range of applications and is flexible and compact.

[0014] 3. In the structure of this utility model, the bottom of the box is equipped with detachable casters and the top is equipped with a telescopic pull rod, which makes it easy to hoist the cleaning device or enter various narrow spaces, such as the manhole of special ships. The detachable casters can be disassembled during laser cleaning of special compartments, allowing the laser cleaning equipment to enter the narrower bottom of the compartment for cleaning operations.

[0015] 4. This utility model has a simple structure, lightweight design, strong integration, and is easy to move. At the same time, it has a good cleaning effect, is easy to operate, and is easy to promote and utilize. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the laser cleaning head of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the fixing plate of this utility model.

[0020] Figure label:

[0021] 1. Touch screen; 2. Air outlet; 3. Power button; 4. Emergency stop button; 5. Laser compartment latch; 6. Display system; 7. Rear compartment; 8. Front compartment; 9. Control system; 10. Cable outlet.

[0022] 11. Laser, 12. Laser cleaning head, 13. Fixing plate, 14. Connecting column, 15. Baffle. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The technical solution of this utility model will now be clearly and completely described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0024] This utility model provides a laser cleaning device for ships, including a housing, see details below. Figure 1 The difference between this device and existing technologies is that: the upper part of the housing is equipped with a display system 6, the middle part with a laser cleaning device, and the lower part with a control system 9. The entire device is integrated into one housing, making it compact and easy to move. The laser cleaning device includes a laser 11 and a laser cleaning head connected to the laser. The laser can be a miniature laser, and the laser cleaning head is a handheld cleaning head for easy operation. The display system includes a touch screen 1, a power button 3 connected to the power supply, and an emergency stop button 4 connected to the laser.

[0025] During implementation, the laser cleaning device is integrated into a single enclosure with detachable casters at the bottom and a telescopic rod at the top, facilitating lifting to the desired location. The compact structure of the enclosure makes it easy to move and allows for convenient access to the confined spaces inside a ship's cabin for cleaning operations. Furthermore, the device is easy to operate, highly efficient, and widely applicable.

[0026] Example 1

[0027] In this embodiment, the upper part of the housing houses the display system, the middle part houses the laser cleaning equipment, and the lower part houses the control system. All three are integrated into a single housing, making the overall structure compact and portable, further embodying the lightweight design concept. Meanwhile, the laser cleaning equipment includes a laser 11 and a laser cleaning head connected to the laser, with the two connected by optical fiber. This simple structure facilitates operation. The display system includes a touchscreen 1, a power button 3 connected to the power supply, and an emergency stop button 4 connected to the laser, allowing for convenient adjustment and operation. The system is clear, simple, and easy for operators to learn.

[0028] Specifically, the middle of the enclosure has a front compartment and a rear compartment, with a through hole between the front and rear compartments (to facilitate the passage of optical fibers). The front compartment has a miniature laser, and the rear compartment has a laser cleaning head. The laser cleaning head 13 here adopts a handheld structure for easy operation. The laser and the laser cleaning head are connected by optical fiber, the laser and the control system are connected by wiring, and the control system and the touch screen are connected by wiring.

[0029] Furthermore, the rear compartment 7 is equipped with a fixing plate 13 for securing the laser cleaning head and optical fiber, ensuring that the laser cleaning head will not fall off during transport and movement, thus guaranteeing safety. The fixing plate includes a connecting column 14 and a baffle 15, with rounded corners around the connecting column and the baffle. The rear compartment is equipped with upper and lower baffles that cooperate with the fixing plate. The upper and lower baffles are L-shaped, and the upper and lower baffles, together with the connecting column and the baffle, form a cavity with one open end for placing the laser cleaning head and optical fiber, ensuring that they will not fall off during transport and movement. The front compartment 8 is equipped with an openable compartment door, and a laser compartment locking structure 5 that cooperates with the compartment door and the front compartment ensures that the laser will not slip out when the laser cleaning equipment is hoisted into the air for high-altitude operations.

[0030] Furthermore, the bottom of the container is equipped with detachable casters, allowing the cleaning device to easily access every corner of the ship's hold. When the casters are removed, the device can also be used in the ship's lower deck. A retractable lever at the top facilitates lifting operations, further expanding the device's applicability.

[0031] Furthermore, a control compartment is located at the bottom of the enclosure. This compartment houses the control system and a set of symmetrically arranged fans for ventilation and cooling. Air outlets (2) corresponding to the fans are located on both sides of the control compartment, ensuring adequate ventilation and dryness, thus extending its service life. The enclosure is made of aluminum alloy, making it lighter overall, while also providing good rigidity and water resistance.

[0032] The advantages of this device are:

[0033] 1. The integrated, lightweight, and luggage-style design of the laser cleaner allows it to easily fit into the manholes of special vessels, making it suitable for laser cleaning in confined areas within the cabins of such vessels. The laser emitter can be manually adjusted to a suitable cleaning height.

[0034] 2. The modular design of the laser cleaning equipment allows for separate operation of the laser, laser controller, and laser cleaning head during actual cleaning operations. This helps to reduce problems such as laser energy attenuation due to distance during the cleaning process.

[0035] Example 2

[0036] In this embodiment, the upper part of the housing is equipped with a display system, the middle part with a laser cleaning device, and the lower part with a control system. The laser cleaning device includes a laser and a laser cleaning head connected to the laser. The display system includes a touch screen, a power button connected to the power supply, and an emergency stop button connected to the laser. The entire device is easy to operate and highly practical. The laser cleaning head can perform cleaning work stably and efficiently, and is suitable for various small spaces such as ship cabins.

[0037] Specifically, the display system includes a touchscreen, allowing operators to easily adjust necessary parameters during laser cleaning. This enables zoned parameter adjustments during on-site cleaning, adapting to the challenging conditions of cleaning narrow areas on ships. The laser cleaning head features a lightweight and miniaturized design, using a pistol-shaped handle to ensure stability and ease of operation. The display system, primarily a touchscreen, displays relevant laser cleaning parameters and a start button, all integrated into the system. An emergency stop button is located on the surface of the laser cleaning device for power cut-off in emergencies. The display and control systems of the laser cleaning device are connected via standardized, non-removable cables; the laser itself is connected to the display and control systems via standardized, detachable cables. Both the laser and the laser cleaning head are equipped with standardized fiber optic connectors. The two components are connected via fiber optic cables, up to 8 meters in length, equipped with standardized connectors for quick connection and disconnection.

[0038] The top features a retractable pull rod, allowing for easy disassembly and assembly during actual cleaning operations. A fixing structure for the pull rod is also present inside the laser controller, enabling it to support the overall weight of the laser cleaning equipment. This allows for the sling-mounting of the portable laser cleaning equipment when performing laser cleaning inside the ship's hold. Four sliding tires are secured to the bottom with screws, facilitating easy movement to any compartment on a special vessel during laser cleaning. The screw-secured tires also allow for disassembly for use in special compartments, enabling the laser cleaning equipment to access even narrower areas of the ship's hull.

[0039] Meanwhile, the bottom of the rear compartment is designed with wiring outlets, allowing the laser cleaning head to be connected to the laser via fiber optics, and the laser cleaning head to the controller via wiring. The control system contains necessary components such as control elements. Since this control system is existing technology, its specific connections and working principles will not be elaborated further.

[0040] The housing is made of A356 aluminum alloy, minimizing overall weight while ensuring controller strength. Two ventilation holes are located at the bottom of the control compartment, each housing a small fan for heat dissipation. The assembled device, excluding the optical fiber, weighs less than 25 kg, and the assembled laser cleaning equipment is 350 x 300 mm in length and width, with the controller's bare height less than 500 mm. This allows the laser cleaning equipment to be used in the confined spaces of most special vessels.

[0041] In this embodiment, moving and stationary components such as the height adjustment component, displacement adjustment component, rotary motor, and workpiece fixing shaft in traditional laser cleaners are removed, and manual operation is adopted, thereby improving adaptability to special ship cabins.

[0042] The above description, in conjunction with specific preferred embodiments, provides a further detailed explanation of the present invention. It should not be construed that the specific implementation of the present invention is limited to these descriptions. For those skilled in the art, various simple deductions or substitutions can be made without departing from the concept of the present invention, and all such modifications or substitutions should be considered within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A laser cleaning device for ships, comprising a housing, characterized in that: The upper part of the enclosure houses a display system, the middle part houses the laser cleaning equipment, and the lower part houses the control system. The laser cleaning equipment includes a laser and a laser cleaning head connected to the laser. The display system includes a touchscreen, a power button connected to a power source, and an emergency stop button connected to the laser. The middle part of the enclosure has a front compartment and a rear compartment, connected by a through-hole. The front compartment houses the laser, and the rear compartment houses the laser cleaning head. The laser and the laser cleaning head are connected via optical fiber. The laser is connected to the control system via wiring, and the control system is connected to the touchscreen. The touch screen is connected by a wire; a fixed plate is installed in the rear compartment to fix the laser cleaning head; the front compartment has an openable compartment door, and a laser compartment locking structure that cooperates with the compartment door and the front compartment is provided; the fixed plate includes a connecting column and a baffle, and the connecting column and the baffle are rounded corners around their perimeter; the rear compartment has upper and lower baffles that cooperate with the fixed plate, and the upper and lower baffles are L-shaped, forming a cavity with one end open between the upper and lower baffles, the connecting column, and the baffle; the bottom of the box is equipped with detachable casters, and the top is equipped with a retractable pull rod.

2. The laser cleaning device for ships according to claim 1, characterized in that: The box has detachable casters at the bottom and a retractable pull rod at the top.

3. The laser cleaning device for ships according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower part of the enclosure has a control compartment, which contains a control system and a set of symmetrically arranged fans. The control compartment has air outlets on both sides corresponding to the fans.

4. A laser cleaning device for ships according to claim 1, characterized in that: The enclosure is made of aluminum alloy.