Intelligent substation environment monitoring device

Abstract

The utility model relates to an intelligent substation environment monitoring device which comprises a fixing ring and an annular sliding rail, a supporting sliding ring is connected between the fixing ring and the annular sliding rail, the supporting sliding ring comprises a connecting shell, a stepping motor and a rotating wheel, and the top face and the bottom face of the connecting shell are connected with the bottom face of the fixing ring and the top face of the annular sliding rail respectively. The stepping motor is installed in the connecting shell, the output end of the stepping motor is connected with the rotating wheel, and the rotating wheel is arranged in a sliding groove of the annular sliding rail in a sliding mode. The annular sliding rail is further provided with a camera shooting assembly, and the supporting sliding ring can drive the annular sliding rail to rotate so as to drive the camera shooting assembly to rotate. According to the utility model, through an integrated mechanical structure and an intelligent control system, accurate control and multidirectional adjustment of the camera shooting assembly are realized, omnibearing and multi-angle environment monitoring requirements of the intelligent transformer station are satisfied, and an environment monitoring solution with strong adaptability and low maintenance cost is provided for the outdoor intelligent transformer station.

Description

A smart substation environmental monitoring device Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of substation monitoring technology, specifically to an intelligent substation environmental monitoring device. Background Technology

[0002] Intelligent substations are key facilities for the operation and control of smart grids. Their internal mechanisms are complex, with numerous devices, and the operating environment significantly impacts their stability and reliability. With the rapid development of smart grids, unmanned operation and intelligent management of substations are becoming increasingly important, leading to a growing demand for substation environmental monitoring devices.

[0003] For example, Chinese utility model patent CN220239423U discloses an environmental monitoring device, including a main body, a dustproof flushing mechanism, and a timed cleaning mechanism. The dustproof flushing mechanism is located at the upper front end of the main body, and the timed cleaning mechanism is located at the left end of the main body. The main body includes a fixed base, a support plate, an environmental monitoring device body, and a monitoring camera. The support plate is fixedly installed on the upper end of the fixed base, the environmental monitoring device body is fixedly installed in front of the support plate, and the monitoring camera is fixedly installed at the front end of the environmental monitoring device body. The timed cleaning mechanism includes a protective box and an opening and closing door. Although this environmental monitoring device can clearly monitor the environment and equipment operation in the substation at all times through the timed cleaning mechanism and the dustproof flushing mechanism, its installation position is fixed, it relies solely on the rotation of the camera itself, the monitoring range is small, there are blind spots, and multiple monitoring devices are needed to meet the multi-directional monitoring requirements. Summary of the Invention

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model provides an intelligent substation environmental monitoring device. The camera module is designed to be rotatable, allowing for a larger rotational stroke to expand the monitoring range and meet multi-directional monitoring needs. Simultaneously, it integrates with an infrared thermal imager to achieve both infrared thermal imaging and visible light video monitoring of equipment within the substation.

[0005] The specific technical solution is as follows:

[0006] An intelligent substation environmental monitoring device includes a fixed ring and an annular slide rail. A supporting slip ring connects the fixed ring and the annular slide rail. The supporting slip ring includes a connecting housing, a stepper motor, and a rotating wheel. The top and bottom surfaces of the connecting housing are respectively connected to the bottom surface of the fixed ring and the top surface of the annular slide rail. The stepper motor is installed inside the connecting housing, and its output end is connected to the rotating wheel. The rotating wheel is slidably disposed within a groove in the annular slide rail. A camera assembly is also provided on the annular slide rail. The supporting slip ring can drive the annular slide rail to rotate, thereby causing the camera assembly to rotate.

[0007] Furthermore, preferably, the camera assembly includes two sets of infrared night vision high-definition cameras and a camera module. The two sets of infrared night vision high-definition cameras are respectively installed on both sides of the rotating base. The camera module is installed at the bottom of the rotating base. The rotating base is connected to the bottom of the support base. One end of the support base is connected to the connecting base. The connecting base is set on the annular slide rail.

[0008] Furthermore, preferably, the rotating seat is rotatably connected to the support seat below, and a driving component is provided between the support seat and the rotating seat, the driving component being capable of driving the rotating seat to rotate.

[0009] Furthermore, preferably, the rotating seat is rotatably connected to the support seat below via a connecting rod and a limiting ring, the upper end of the connecting rod is fixedly connected to the support seat, and the lower end of the connecting rod is rotatably connected to the rotating seat and then connected to the limiting ring.

[0010] Furthermore, preferably, the drive assembly includes a drive motor mounted above the support base, the output end of the drive motor passing through the support base and connected to a first half gear, the first half gear meshing with a second half gear, the second half gear being mounted on the top of the rotating base; the drive assembly is capable of driving the rotating base to rotate.

[0011] Furthermore, preferably, it also includes a soot blowing and cleaning assembly, which includes a three-way air pump installed inside the rotating base. The air outlet of the three-way air pump is connected to a first air blowing pipe, a second air blowing pipe, and a third air blowing pipe, respectively. The first air blowing pipe, the second air blowing pipe, and the third air blowing pipe all pass through the rotating base and extend to the front of the two infrared night vision high-definition cameras and the camera module, respectively.

[0012] Furthermore, preferably, the soot blowing and cleaning assembly also includes a power supply assembly for supplying power to the three-way air pump. The power supply assembly includes an energy converter, which is electrically connected to the three-way air pump and connected to a wind turbine. The wind turbine is installed inside the connecting rod and extends to the top of the support base. Blades are rotatably connected to the top of the wind turbine.

[0013] Furthermore, preferably, the camera module integrates a self-driving module, the camera module is rotatably connected to the inside of the mounting bracket, the mounting bracket is installed at the bottom of the rotating seat, and the camera module can rotate back and forth within the mounting bracket through the self-driving module.

[0014] Furthermore, preferably, a wireless WiFi module is rotatably connected to the left and right sides of the rotating base.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: Through an integrated mechanical structure and intelligent control system, this utility model achieves precise control and multi-directional adjustment of the camera components, meeting the all-round and multi-angle environmental monitoring needs of intelligent substations; at the same time, by integrating automated dust blowing and cleaning components and wind-powered power supply components, the camera lens can be continuously cleaned, ensuring the continuous clarity and high-quality capture of monitoring images, providing an environmental monitoring solution with strong adaptability and low maintenance cost for outdoor intelligent substations. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of an intelligent substation environmental monitoring device according to this utility model.

[0017] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of an intelligent substation environmental monitoring device according to this utility model.

[0018] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the support base and the rotating base;

[0019] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the drive component;

[0020] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the external structure of the rotating seat;

[0021] Figure 6 is a schematic diagram of the camera module;

[0022] In the diagram: 1-Fixing ring; 2-Annular slide rail; 3-Supporting slip ring; 401-Infrared night vision HD camera; 402-Camera module; 501-Connecting rod; 502-Limiting ring; 6-Support seat; 7-Rotating seat; 801-Drive motor; 802-First half gear; 803-Second half gear; 901-Three-way air pump; 902-First air blowing pipe; 903-Second air blowing pipe; 904-Third air blowing pipe; 905-Energy converter; 906-Wind turbine pole; 907-Blade; 10-Mounting bracket; 11-Wireless WiFi module. Detailed Implementation

[0023] To make the technical problems and solutions solved by 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 for explaining the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "longitudinal", "lateral", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0025] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0026] As shown in Figures 1 and 2, this embodiment provides an intelligent substation environmental monitoring device, including a fixed ring 1 and an annular slide rail 2. A supporting slide ring 3 connects the fixed ring 1 and the annular slide rail 2. The supporting slide ring 3 includes a connecting housing, a stepper motor, and a rotating wheel. The top and bottom surfaces of the connecting housing are connected to the bottom surface of the fixed ring 1 and the top surface of the annular slide rail 2, respectively, thereby connecting the fixed ring 1 and the annular slide rail 2 into one unit. The stepper motor is installed inside the connecting housing, and the output end of the stepper motor is connected to the rotating wheel. The rotating wheel is slidably disposed in the groove of the annular slide rail 2. A camera assembly is also provided on the annular slide rail 2. The stepper motor drives the rotating wheel to rotate. Under the friction between the rotating wheel and the groove, the rotating wheel drives the annular slide rail 2 to rotate, thereby driving the camera assembly to rotate as well, increasing the position adjustment range of the camera assembly, and implementing multi-directional monitoring.

[0027] The camera assembly includes two sets of infrared night vision HD cameras 401 and a camera module 402. The two sets of infrared night vision HD cameras 401 are respectively mounted on both sides of the rotating base 7, and the camera module 402 is mounted on the bottom of the rotating base 7. The rotating base 7 is connected to the support base 6 below, and one end of the support base 6 is connected to the connecting base 4, which is set on the annular slide rail 2. In this way, the two sets of infrared night vision HD cameras 401 and the camera module 402 are mounted on the annular slide rail 2 through the rotating base 7, the support base 6, and the connecting base 4, and multi-directional monitoring is achieved as the annular slide rail 2 rotates.

[0028] As a preferred embodiment, as shown in Figure 3, the rotating seat 7 and the support seat 6 are rotatably connected, specifically through a connecting rod 501 and a limiting ring 502. The upper end of the connecting rod 501 is fixedly connected to the support seat 6, and the lower end of the connecting rod 501 is rotatably connected to the rotating seat 7 and then connected to the limiting ring 502. Simultaneously, as shown in Figures 3 and 4, a driving assembly is also provided between the rotating seat 7 and the support seat 6. The driving assembly includes a driving motor 801 mounted above the support seat 6. The output end of the driving motor 801 passes through the support seat 6 and is connected to a first half-gear 802. The first half-gear 802 meshes with a second half-gear 803, which is mounted on the top of the rotating seat 7. With the rotatable connection, after the driving motor 801 operates, it drives the first half-gear to rotate left and right, causing the meshing second half-gear 803 to rotate left and right, thereby driving the rotating seat 7 to rotate left and right, further expanding the adjustable range of the camera assembly and increasing the monitoring range.

[0029] As a further preferred embodiment, as shown in Figures 3 and 5, the device also includes a dust-blowing cleaning component. This component includes a three-way air pump 901, which is installed inside the rotating base 7 (the rotating base 7 has a hollow structure). The air outlet of the three-way air pump 901 is connected to a first air pipe 902, a second air pipe 903, and a third air pipe 904, respectively. All three air pipes pass through the rotating base 7 and extend to the front of the two infrared night vision high-definition cameras 401 and the camera module 402. When the three-way air pump 901 is in operation, compressed air is blown out through the first air pipe 902, the second air pipe 903, and the third air pipe 904, acting on the two infrared night vision high-definition cameras 401 and the camera module 402, thereby removing dust, dirt, and other contaminants adhering to the camera lenses, ensuring the cleanliness of the cameras and capturing clearer, higher-quality images.

[0030] Furthermore, the dust-blowing cleaning assembly also includes a power supply component for powering the three-way air pump 901. This power supply component includes an energy converter 905, which is electrically connected to the three-way air pump 901 and to a wind turbine pole 906. The wind turbine pole 906 is internally mounted on a connecting rod 501 (both the connecting rod 501 and the limiting ring 502 are hollow structures) and extends to the top of the support base 6. Blades 907 are rotatably connected to the top of the wind turbine pole 906. When wind blows, the blades rotate, converting wind energy into mechanical energy. This mechanical energy is then transferred to the energy converter 905 via the wind turbine pole 906, which in turn converts the mechanical energy into electrical energy. Finally, the electrical energy is transmitted to the three-way air pump 901, thus cleaning the camera. This mode of continuous power supply using renewable energy is particularly suitable for outdoor environments or environments where grid access is difficult, reducing the equipment's dependence on batteries or external power sources and lowering maintenance costs and complexity.

[0031] In addition, as shown in Figure 6, the camera module 402 integrates a self-driving module. The camera module 402 is rotatably connected to the inside of the mounting bracket 10, which is installed at the bottom of the rotating seat 7. The camera module 402 can rotate back and forth within the mounting bracket 10 through the self-driving module, which can improve the shooting range.

[0032] As shown in Figure 5, the left and right sides of the rotating base 7 are rotatably connected to a wireless WiFi module 11, which is used to receive wireless WiFi signals and realize remote monitoring and data transmission.

[0033] It should be noted that the aforementioned stepper motor, drive motor, infrared night vision HD camera, camera module, three-way air pump, power converter, wind turbine pole, etc., are all existing equipment and commercially available products can be purchased. This application only involves the use of these devices and does not involve any structural improvements, so they will not be described in detail here. Furthermore, this application can be configured with controllers, power supplies, and switches for operation.

[0034] Working Principle: When using this device, first, the fixing ring 1 is securely installed in the predetermined monitoring area, and then it is put into operation. When it is necessary to adjust the position of the camera assembly to cover a new monitoring area, this is achieved by precisely controlling the stepper motor. The start of the stepper motor drives the connected wheel to rotate, and the friction between the wheel and the annular slide rail 2 causes the annular slide rail 2 to rotate. This action further drives the connecting seat 4, support seat 6, and rotating seat 7 installed on the annular slide rail 2 to rotate synchronously, so that the two sets of infrared night vision high-definition cameras 401 and camera module 402 can adjust their positions accordingly and accurately align with the required monitoring point. In this process, by precisely controlling the rotation direction and speed of the stepper motor, the camera assembly can be quickly and accurately adjusted from different directions to adapt to changing monitoring needs.

[0035] When the monitoring range needs fine-tuning, the rotating base 7 can be driven to rotate left and right via the drive component, enabling small-range position adjustments of the two infrared night vision HD cameras 401 and the camera module 402. Simultaneously, the self-driving module integrated within the camera module 402 ensures independent forward and backward rotation within the mounting bracket 10, further refining the shooting angle to capture the optimal monitoring image.

[0036] The design of this device allows the above three adjustment methods to be used individually, in combination of any two methods, or even simultaneously, to achieve comprehensive monitoring coverage and ensure monitoring without blind spots, depending on actual monitoring needs.

[0037] Adjusting the shooting angle. Of course, the three adjustment methods mentioned above can also be adjusted simultaneously or any two together, depending on the shooting needs, to achieve the purpose of all-round monitoring.

[0038] To ensure the clarity of surveillance images, when dust or dirt affects the image quality of the camera lenses, the three-way air pump 901 can be activated for cleaning. The three-way air pump 901, through an air pipe connected to its outlet, blows compressed air into the lenses of the two infrared night vision HD cameras 401 and the camera module 402, effectively removing dust and dirt adhering to the lenses, ensuring the clarity of the surveillance images and the effective operation of the monitoring system.

[0039] This monitoring device, through its integrated mechanical structure and intelligent control system, achieves precise control and multi-directional adjustment of the camera components. At the same time, its automatic cleaning mechanism ensures the continuous clarity of the monitoring images, providing an efficient and reliable environmental monitoring solution for smart substations.

[0040] The present invention has been described in detail above through specific and preferred embodiments. However, those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited to the embodiments described above. Any modifications or equivalent substitutions made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A smart substation environment monitoring device, characterized in that: The system includes a fixed ring (1) and an annular slide rail (2). A supporting slip ring (3) is connected between the fixed ring (1) and the annular slide rail (2). The supporting slip ring (3) includes a connecting shell, a stepper motor, and a rotating wheel. The top and bottom surfaces of the connecting shell are connected to the bottom surface of the fixed ring (1) and the top surface of the annular slide rail (2), respectively. The stepper motor is installed inside the connecting shell, and the output end of the stepper motor is connected to the rotating wheel. The rotating wheel is slidably disposed in the groove of the annular slide rail (2). A camera component is also provided on the annular slide rail (2). The supporting slip ring (3) can drive the annular slide rail (2) to rotate, thereby driving the camera component to rotate. 2.The intelligent substation environment monitoring device of claim 1, wherein: The camera assembly includes two sets of infrared night vision high-definition cameras (401) and a camera module (402). The two sets of infrared night vision high-definition cameras (401) are respectively installed on both sides of the rotating seat (7). The camera module (402) is installed at the bottom of the rotating seat (7). The rotating seat (7) is connected to the support seat (6) below. One end of the support seat (6) is connected to the connecting seat (4). The connecting seat (4) is set on the annular slide rail (2).

3. The intelligent substation environmental monitoring device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The rotating seat (7) is rotatably connected to the support seat (6) below. A driving component is provided between the support seat (6) and the rotating seat (7), and the driving component can drive the rotating seat (7) to rotate.

4. The intelligent substation environmental monitoring device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The rotating seat (7) is rotatably connected to the support seat (6) via a connecting rod (501) and a limiting ring (502). The upper end of the connecting rod (501) is fixedly connected to the support seat (6), and the lower end of the connecting rod (501) is rotatably connected to the rotating seat (7) and then connected to the limiting ring (502).

5. The intelligent substation environment monitoring device of claim 3, wherein: The drive assembly includes a drive motor (801) mounted above the support base (6). The output end of the drive motor (801) passes through the support base (6) and is connected to a first half gear (802). The first half gear (802) meshes with a second half gear (803), and the second half gear (803) is mounted on the top of the rotating base (7).

6. The intelligent substation environment monitoring device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that: It also includes a soot blowing and cleaning assembly, which includes a three-way air pump (901) installed inside the rotating base (7). The air outlet of the three-way air pump (901) is connected to a first air blowing pipe (902), a second air blowing pipe (903), and a third air blowing pipe (904). The first air blowing pipe (902), the second air blowing pipe (903), and the third air blowing pipe (904) all pass through the rotating base (7) and extend to the front of the two infrared night vision high-definition cameras (401) and the camera module (402), respectively.

7. The intelligent substation environment monitoring device of claim 6, wherein: The soot blowing and cleaning assembly also includes a power supply assembly for supplying power to the three-way air pump (901). The power supply assembly includes an energy converter (905) which is electrically connected to the three-way air pump (901) and connected to a wind turbine (906). The wind turbine (906) is disposed inside the connecting rod (501) and extends to the top of the support base (6). Blades (907) are rotatably connected to the top of the wind turbine (906). 8.The intelligent substation environment monitoring device of claim 2, wherein: The camera module (402) integrates a self-driving module. The camera module (402) is rotatably connected to the inside of the mounting bracket (10). The mounting bracket (10) is installed at the bottom of the rotating seat (7). The camera module (402) can rotate back and forth inside the mounting bracket (10) through the self-driving module.

9. The intelligent substation environment monitoring device according to claim 2 or 8, characterized in that: The left and right sides of the rotating base (7) are rotatably connected to a wireless WiFi module (11).

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