Power plant equipment positioning device

By integrating GPS, base station positioning systems, and e-ink displays into power plant equipment positioning devices, the problem of accurate equipment location in large power plants has been solved, improving the efficiency of equipment maintenance and the precision of power plant management.

CN224196679UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-05SHANDONG NEW ENERGY CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHANDONG NEW ENERGY CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-09
Publication Date
2026-05-05

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Technical Problem

In large power plants, equipment is widely distributed and numerous. Existing equipment positioning technology cannot provide accurate location information, making it difficult for maintenance personnel to quickly and accurately locate target equipment, which affects maintenance efficiency and power plant production.

Method used

The device includes an equipment positioning unit, an e-ink screen, and a positioning system. It uses GPS and base station signals for precise positioning and displays equipment information on the e-ink screen. Combined with the equipment installation unit, it can be conveniently fixed to the equipment or factory beam frame.

Benefits of technology

This enabled the rapid and accurate location of equipment, improved maintenance efficiency, and ensured the accuracy of equipment inspections and the stability of power plant production.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a power plant equipment positioning device, which comprises an equipment positioning part, an ink screen, at least one group of equipment mounting parts and a positioning system, the positioning system is arranged in the equipment positioning part, the ink screen is embedded in the front surface of the equipment positioning part, and the positioning system and the ink screen are in interactive connection. And enabling the ink screen to output equipment positioning information. By installing a positioning system in the equipment positioning part, a GPS signal or a base station signal can be obtained for accurate positioning, so that maintenance personnel can quickly and accurately find the position of target equipment, the time for finding the equipment is greatly shortened, the equipment maintenance efficiency is improved, an ink screen is embedded in the front surface of the equipment positioning part, and the maintenance efficiency is improved. The ink screen is connected with the positioning system in an interactive manner, so that the ink screen can output the equipment positioning information, and the maintenance personnel can conveniently compare the equipment information with the carried terminal equipment in the inspection process so as to ensure that the equipment is correctly inspected.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of power plant management technology, specifically a power plant equipment positioning device. Background Technology

[0002] Modern large-scale power plants contain a wide variety of equipment in large quantities, distributed over a vast area, and occupying enormous sizes and land areas. This equipment covers all aspects of power generation, transmission, and distribution, ranging from massive generator sets to complex electrical equipment, as well as various pipelines and auxiliary facilities. They are interconnected and work together to ensure the normal operation of the power plant. However, this complex equipment layout presents significant challenges to the daily maintenance and management of the power plant.

[0003] On the one hand, maintenance personnel need to regularly inspect, maintain, and repair equipment to ensure its performance and reliability. However, due to the wide distribution and large number of equipment, it is difficult for maintenance personnel to quickly and accurately locate the target equipment. In the traditional power plant management model, maintenance personnel usually rely on paper maps and manual memory to find equipment. This method is not only inefficient but also prone to errors, leading to delays in maintenance work and potentially affecting the normal production of the power plant. On the other hand, with the continuous advancement of power plant informatization, the requirements for the accuracy and real-time performance of equipment positioning and management are becoming increasingly stringent. Power plant managers hope to have real-time access to equipment location information in order to schedule equipment, optimize resource allocation, and respond quickly to faults. However, existing equipment positioning technologies often cannot meet the actual needs of large power plants. For example, some equipment positioning methods based on simple area divisions or signage cannot provide accurate equipment location information.

[0004] Therefore, developing a power plant equipment positioning device that is suitable for large power plants, can accurately acquire equipment location information, and facilitates maintenance personnel's inspection and viewing is of great practical significance. Utility Model Content

[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0006] This utility model provides a power plant equipment positioning device, which solves the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0007] (II) Technical Solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a power plant equipment positioning device, comprising an equipment positioning part, an ink screen, at least one set of equipment mounting parts, and a positioning system. The positioning system is installed inside the equipment positioning part, the ink screen is embedded in the front of the equipment positioning part, and the positioning system and the ink screen are interconnected, so that the ink screen outputs equipment positioning information. At least one set of equipment mounting parts are detachably connected to both ends of the equipment positioning part. The equipment mounting part includes a first connecting section and a second connecting section. The ends of the first connecting section and the second connecting section near the equipment positioning part pass through the equipment positioning part and are securely connected thereto. The ends of the first connecting section and the second connecting section away from the equipment positioning part are connected by threads. The first connecting section and the second connecting section form an annular cavity with the back of the equipment positioning part.

[0009] Preferably, the positioning system includes a data processor, a data storage module, a GPS module, and a communication module. The data processor is bidirectionally electrically connected to both the data storage module and the communication module. The output of the GPS module is electrically connected to the input of the data processor, and the input of the e-ink screen is electrically connected to the output of the data processor.

[0010] In a further preferred embodiment, the first connecting segment includes a first elastic rope, a threaded post, and a first limiting bead. The threaded post and the first limiting bead are respectively fixedly connected to both ends of the first elastic rope. The first limiting bead is used to connect with the equipment positioning part. The threaded post is used to connect with the second connecting segment. The second connecting segment includes a second elastic rope, a threaded sleeve, and a second limiting bead. The threaded sleeve and the second limiting bead are respectively fixedly connected to both ends of the second elastic rope. The second limiting bead is used to connect with the equipment positioning part. The threaded sleeve and the threaded post are threadedly connected.

[0011] In a further preferred embodiment, the device positioning part includes an outer shell, a rear cover, and two skirts. The rear cover is fastened to the back of the device positioning part and is detachably connected and fixed thereto by fasteners. The two skirts are respectively formed on opposite sides of the outer shell. The skirts have connecting holes that cooperate with the first limiting bead or the second limiting bead. Both the first elastic rope and the second elastic rope can move through the connecting holes.

[0012] In a further preferred embodiment, the power plant equipment positioning device also includes an elastic pad, and the back of the rear cover has a plurality of protruding retaining sleeves formed thereon. The elastic pad is inserted into and secured to the plurality of retaining sleeves on the side facing the rear cover.

[0013] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a power plant equipment positioning device, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0015] By installing a positioning system inside the equipment positioning unit, GPS signals or base station signals can be obtained for precise positioning. This allows maintenance personnel to quickly and accurately locate the target equipment, greatly shortening the time spent searching for the equipment and improving the efficiency of equipment maintenance.

[0016] In addition, the e-ink screen is embedded on the front of the equipment positioning unit and connected to the positioning system, so that the e-ink screen can output equipment positioning information. During the inspection process, maintenance personnel can easily compare the equipment information with the terminal equipment they carry to ensure that they inspect the equipment correctly.

[0017] Furthermore, the installation of the equipment allows the device to be quickly and easily fixed to the protruding parts of the equipment or to the beams of the plant building near the equipment, facilitating the installation, replacement, and maintenance of the power plant equipment positioning device. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a structural schematic diagram of the power plant equipment positioning device according to the implementation plan;

[0019] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Exploded view of the positioning device for equipment in a power plant;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a system block diagram of a power plant equipment positioning device according to the implementation plan.

[0021] In the diagram: 10. Equipment positioning part; 11. Outer shell; 12. Rear cover; 121. Mounting hole; 122. Sleeve; 13. Skirt; 131. Connecting hole; 20. E-ink screen; 30. Equipment mounting part; 31. First connecting section; 311. First elastic cord; 312. Threaded post; 313. First limiting bead; 32. Second connecting section; 321. Second elastic cord; 322. Threaded sleeve; 323. Second limiting bead; 40. Elastic pad. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] Please see Figures 1 to 3A power plant equipment positioning device includes an equipment positioning section 10, an e-ink screen 20, at least one set of equipment mounting sections 30, and a positioning system. The positioning system is installed inside the equipment positioning section 10 and is used to acquire position information. The e-ink screen 20 is embedded in the front of the equipment positioning section 10, and the positioning system is interactively connected to the e-ink screen 20, enabling the e-ink screen 20 to output equipment positioning information. At least one set of equipment mounting sections 30 are detachably connected to both ends of the equipment positioning section 10, and the equipment mounting sections 30 cooperate with the equipment positioning section 10 for mounting and fixing the entire device on protruding parts of the power plant equipment or on beams near the plant.

[0024] In this embodiment, the positioning system includes a data processor, a data storage module, a GPS module, and a communication module. The data processor is bidirectionally electrically connected to both the data storage module and the communication module. The output of the GPS module is electrically connected to the input of the data processor, and the input of the e-ink screen 20 is electrically connected to the output of the data processor. The GPS module can receive signals transmitted from multiple GPS satellites and calculate the time it takes for the signal to travel from the satellite to the device positioning unit by analyzing the transmission time of the received satellite signal and the local reception time. Since the speed of electromagnetic waves in a vacuum is known (approximately the speed of light), the distance between the device positioning unit and each satellite can be calculated by multiplying the time and speed. Using the distance information from at least four satellites, the data processor can perform position calculation using the principle of triangulation. A sphere is drawn with the satellite position as the center and the calculated distance as the radius; the intersection of multiple spheres represents the three-dimensional position coordinates of the device positioning unit. The calculated position data is stored in the data storage module, and the data processor simultaneously transmits the position information to the e-ink screen 20, which displays the device's position in real time for maintenance personnel to view.

[0025] In this embodiment, the communication module can be a 5G or 4G communication module. The communication module continuously scans for surrounding base station signals and establishes a connection with the base station with the strongest signal. Inside the power plant, where GPS signals may be weak or unreceived due to obstructions from buildings and equipment, base station positioning can be used. The communication module measures the received base station signal strength and arrival time, and the data processor estimates the location of the device's positioning unit based on the signal strength and arrival time information, combined with base station location information stored in the base station database. The estimated location data is also stored in the data storage module and transmitted to the e-ink screen for display via the data processor.

[0026] In this embodiment, the data processor, data storage module, GPS module, and communication module in the positioning system can all be implemented using existing modules in the prior art. For example, the data processor can be a microcontroller of model STM32F407ZGT6. The data storage module can be a serial flash memory chip of model W25Q128JVSIQ, which can communicate with the data processor via an SPI interface. The GPS module can be a positioning module of model ATGM336H-5N, which integrates Beidou and GPS dual-mode positioning functions and can simultaneously receive signals from Beidou satellites and GPS satellites, improving positioning accuracy and reliability. The communication module can be a positioning communication module of model RM500Q-GL, which supports the 5G NRSub-6GHz frequency band and is backward compatible with 4G LTE, 3G, and 2G networks, ensuring normal communication and positioning even in areas with poor 5G signal coverage. In addition to positioning via base stations, the communication module can also quickly upload the device's location information and other relevant data to the monitoring center.

[0027] In this embodiment, the device positioning part 10 includes a housing 11, a rear cover 12, and two skirts 13. The rear cover 12 is fastened to the back of the device positioning part 10 and detachably connected and fixed to it by fasteners such as bolts or screws. The two skirts 13 are respectively formed on opposite sides of the housing 11, and the skirts 13 have connection holes 131 for connecting with the device mounting part 30. The back of the rear cover 12 has a plurality of protruding retaining sleeves 122. An elastic pad 40 is inserted into the plurality of retaining sleeves 122 and secured thereto by the side facing the rear cover 12. The elastic pad 40 is used to prevent the back of the device positioning part from being excessively squeezed after the device is installed.

[0028] In this embodiment, the equipment mounting section 30 includes a first connecting section 31 and a second connecting section 32. The ends of the first connecting section 31 and the second connecting section 32 near the equipment positioning section 10 both pass through the equipment positioning section 10 and are securely connected thereto. The ends of the first connecting section 31 and the second connecting section 32 away from the equipment positioning section 10 are connected by threads, so that the first connecting section 31 and the second connecting section 32 can form an annular cavity with the back of the equipment positioning section 10, and the annular cavity is used to fit onto the protrusion of the equipment or the beam frame in the factory.

[0029] In this embodiment, the first connecting section 31 includes a first elastic rope 311, a threaded post 312, and a first limiting bead 313. The threaded post 312 and the first limiting bead 313 are respectively fixedly connected to both ends of the first elastic rope 311. The second connecting section 32 includes a second elastic rope 321, a threaded sleeve 322, and a second limiting bead 323. The threaded sleeve 322 and the second limiting bead 323 are respectively fixedly connected to both ends of the second elastic rope 321. The first limiting bead 313 and the second limiting bead 323 are used to connect with the equipment positioning part 10, that is, both the first elastic rope 311 and the second elastic rope 321 can move through the connecting hole 131, and are connected by clamping with the adjacent first limiting bead 313 or second limiting bead 323 through the connecting hole 131. Then, the first elastic rope 311 and the second elastic rope 321 are placed around the outside of the protrusion of the equipment, or after passing through the hole on the beam frame, the threaded sleeve 322 and the threaded post 312 are connected together by screwing the threads, thereby completing the fixation of the device.

[0030] Of all the solutions mentioned above, those involving the connection between two components can be selected according to the actual situation, such as welding, bolt and nut connection, bolt or screw connection, or other known connection methods, which will not be elaborated here. For all the fixed connections mentioned above, welding is preferred. Although embodiments of this utility model have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this utility model. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A power plant equipment positioning device, characterized in that, The device includes a device positioning unit (10), an e-ink screen (20), at least one set of device mounting units (30), and a positioning system. The positioning system is installed inside the device positioning unit (10), the e-ink screen (20) is embedded in the front of the device positioning unit (10), and the positioning system and the e-ink screen (20) are interconnected, so that the e-ink screen (20) outputs device positioning information. At least one set of device mounting units (30) is detachably connected to both ends of the device positioning unit (10). The device mounting section (30) includes a first connecting section (31) and a second connecting section (32). The ends of the first connecting section (31) and the second connecting section (32) near the device positioning section (10) pass through the device positioning section (10) and are securely connected thereto. The ends of the first connecting section (31) and the second connecting section (32) away from the device positioning section (10) are connected by threads. The first connecting section (31) and the second connecting section (32) form an annular cavity with the back of the device positioning section (10).

2. The power plant equipment positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The positioning system includes a data processor, a data storage module, a GPS module, and a communication module. The data processor is bidirectionally electrically connected to the data storage module and the communication module. The output end of the GPS module is electrically connected to the input end of the data processor. The input end of the e-ink screen (20) is electrically connected to the output end of the data processor.

3. A power plant equipment positioning device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that: The first connecting section (31) includes a first elastic rope (311), a threaded post (312), and a first limiting bead (313). The threaded post (312) and the first limiting bead (313) are respectively fixedly connected to the two ends of the first elastic rope (311). The first limiting bead (313) is used to connect with the equipment positioning part (10), and the threaded post (312) is used to connect with the second connecting section (32).

4. A power plant equipment positioning device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second connecting section (32) includes a second elastic rope (321), a threaded sleeve (322), and a second limiting bead (323). The threaded sleeve (322) and the second limiting bead (323) are respectively fixedly connected to the two ends of the second elastic rope (321). The second limiting bead (323) is used to connect with the equipment positioning part (10). The threaded sleeve (322) is threadedly connected to the threaded post (312).

5. A power plant equipment positioning device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The device positioning part (10) includes an outer shell (11), a rear cover (12), and two skirts (13). The rear cover (12) is fastened to the back of the device positioning part (10) and is detachably connected and fixed thereto by fasteners. The two skirts (13) are respectively formed on opposite sides of the outer shell (11). The skirts (13) have connecting holes (131) that cooperate with the first limiting bead (313) or the second limiting bead (323). The first elastic rope (311) and the second elastic rope (321) can both move through the connecting holes (131).

6. A power plant equipment positioning device according to claim 5, characterized in that: It also includes an elastic pad (40), and the back of the rear cover (12) has a plurality of protruding sleeves (122) formed thereon. The elastic pad (40) is inserted into the plurality of sleeves (122) on the side facing the rear cover (12) and is locked in place therewith.