A marine environmental monitoring buoy device
By introducing surface and underwater detection modules, especially sonar components and adjustment drive components, into the marine monitoring buoy device, omnidirectional detection of the surface and underwater environment is achieved, solving the problem of insufficient underwater detection in the existing technology, and possessing independent power supply and protection functions.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINA NAT NUCLEAR POWER (BEIJING) CONVENTIONAL ISLAND & POWER ENG RES CENT CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-09
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-26
AI Technical Summary
Existing marine monitoring buoy devices lack underwater environmental detection capabilities, resulting in limited detection capabilities.
Design a marine environmental monitoring buoy device, comprising surface and underwater detection modules. The surface detection module includes a weather instrument and a camera, while the underwater detection module includes a sonar component and an adjustment drive component. Omnidirectional detection is achieved through a rotation drive component, and independent operation is achieved by combining a power generation module and an energy storage component.
It enables omnidirectional detection of both above-water and underwater environments, is fully functional, has a simple structure, possesses independent power supply capability to prevent damage to sonar components, and expands detection capabilities.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of marine monitoring equipment, specifically to a marine environmental monitoring buoy device. Background Technology
[0002] In recent years, with the deployment of marine engineering equipment, incidents involving pollutants such as aquatic plants, garbage, and marine organisms have occurred around these facilities, making the safety of the areas surrounding them a growing concern. Marine monitoring buoys are an important device for monitoring marine biological activity or invasion. These buoys are automated observation devices equipped with various monitoring instruments to collect marine environmental information continuously and over long periods, as required by regulations.
[0003] Chinese utility model patent CN 214241149 U discloses a small, lightweight marine monitoring buoy, including a float, an upper pressure plate, a lower pressure plate, an instrument derrick, and a support for mounting equipment modules. A battery compartment is connected to the upper pressure plate, and the lower pressure plate is connected to the upper pressure plate. The float is positioned between the upper and lower pressure plates, fitting snugly onto the battery compartment. The support is mounted on the upper pressure plate and located above the battery compartment. The float has several through holes evenly distributed along its axis, and the instrument derrick is located within these through holes. This technical solution, by setting the upper and lower pressure plates, the instrument derrick, and the support for mounting equipment modules on the float, enables real-time acquisition of marine environmental parameters in nearshore waters. However, this buoy focuses on surface detection and lacks underwater environmental detection capabilities, thus limiting its application. Summary of the Invention
[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a marine environment monitoring buoy device that can realize omnidirectional detection of the underwater environment and has the advantages of simple structure and complete functions.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution provided by this utility model is as follows: a marine environment monitoring buoy device, comprising a main body, wherein a buoyancy cavity is provided inside the main body, and a power generation module is provided on the main body;
[0006] It also includes a surface detection module and an underwater detection module. The surface detection module is located above the main body. The underwater detection module includes a sonar component and an adjustment drive component. The adjustment drive component includes a mounting shaft and a rotation drive component. The mounting shaft rotates with the main body and extends downward from the main body. The rotation drive component is used to drive the mounting shaft to rotate. The sonar component is located below the main body and rotates synchronously with the mounting shaft.
[0007] The surface detection module is used for detecting surface environmental projects, while the underwater detection module is used for detecting underwater environmental projects. Both modules can simultaneously detect surface and underwater environmental projects, offering comprehensive functionality. Underwater environmental projects are detected using a sonar component, while the rotation drive component changes the orientation of the sonar component by rotating it, thus achieving omnidirectional detection of underwater environmental projects.
[0008] Preferably, the power generation module includes a power generation component and an energy storage component, with the power generation component disposed above the main body and the energy storage component disposed inside the buoyancy cavity.
[0009] The power generation component generates electricity and stores it in the energy storage component, which in turn supplies power to the various detection modules, enabling the buoy to operate independently.
[0010] Preferably, the power generation components include a solar power generation unit and a wind power generation unit.
[0011] Preferably, the rotary drive component includes a motor disposed above the main body, and the mounting shaft extends vertically through the main body.
[0012] The rotary drive is positioned on top of the main body for easier maintenance and better waterproofing.
[0013] Preferably, the sonar assembly includes a lateral sonar and a bottom sonar, with the lateral sonar located on the side of the mounting shaft and the bottom sonar located at the end of the mounting shaft.
[0014] Preferably, the bottom of the main body is provided with a protective unit, and the sonar assembly is placed inside the protective unit. This can effectively reduce the risk of damage to the sonar assembly caused by underwater plants and animals.
[0015] Preferably, the underwater detection module also includes a water quality monitor located below the main body, which can detect and analyze water quality, further expanding its functionality.
[0016] Preferably, the waterborne detection module includes a weather instrument and a first camera mounted on the top of the main body. The weather instrument is used to analyze the surrounding meteorological environment, and the first camera is used to collect visual information about the surrounding water.
[0017] Preferably, the main body is also provided with a wireless communication component for sending environmental detection results to the user.
[0018] Preferably, the system also includes an anchoring module, which includes at least one counterweight block connected to the main body via an anchor chain. The anchoring module is used for installation and positioning to confine the buoy within a certain range of space. Attached Figure Description
[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the marine environmental monitoring buoy device in this embodiment;
[0020] Figure 2 This is a structural schematic diagram of the marine environmental monitoring buoy device in this embodiment, viewed from the top, with the anchoring module removed.
[0021] Figure 3 This is a structural schematic diagram of the marine environmental monitoring buoy device in this embodiment, viewed from the side, with the anchoring module removed.
[0022] Figure 4 This is a partial cross-sectional view of the marine environmental monitoring buoy device in this embodiment, showing the state after removing the anchoring module. Detailed Implementation
[0023] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Example
[0024] like Figures 1-4 As shown, a marine environmental monitoring buoy device includes a main body 1, within which a buoyancy cavity 13 is provided, and an inspection port communicating with the buoyancy cavity 13 is provided on the top of the main body 1. A lifting unit is provided outside the main body 1, and the lifting unit includes lifting lugs.
[0025] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the main body 1 is equipped with a power generation module and a wireless communication component. The wireless communication component is used to send environmental monitoring results to the user. The power generation module includes a power generation component and an energy storage component. The power generation component is located above the main body 1, and the energy storage component is located within the buoyancy cavity 13. Specifically, the power generation component includes a solar power generation unit 41 and a wind power generation unit 42. The buoyancy cavity 13 has a battery compartment, and the energy storage component is located within the battery compartment. The power generation component generates electricity and stores it in the energy storage component. The energy storage component supplies power to the communication component and various monitoring modules, enabling the buoy to operate independently.
[0026] like Figures 1-4 As shown, it also includes a surface detection module 5 and an underwater detection module 3. The surface detection module 5 is located above the main body 1. Specifically, the surface detection module 5 includes a weather instrument and a first camera located above the main body 1. The weather instrument is used to analyze the surrounding meteorological environment, and the first camera is used to collect visual information about the surrounding water environment. Furthermore, a mounting bracket 11 is provided above the main body 1, the solar power generation unit 41 is located on the side of the mounting bracket 11, and the surface detection module 5 is located above the mounting bracket 11.
[0027] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the underwater detection module 3 includes a sonar assembly 33 and an adjustment drive assembly. The adjustment drive assembly includes a mounting shaft 34 and a rotation drive component 31. The mounting shaft 34 is rotatably movable with the main body 1 and extends downward from the main body 1. The rotation drive component 31 drives the mounting shaft 34 to rotate. The sonar assembly 33 is located below the main body 1 and rotates synchronously with the mounting shaft 34. The rotation drive component 31 includes a motor located above the main body 1, and the mounting shaft 34 extends vertically through the main body 1. Positioning the rotation drive component 31 above the main body 1 facilitates maintenance and also provides better waterproofing. The sonar assembly 33 includes a lateral sonar and a bottom sonar. The lateral sonar is located on the side of the mounting shaft 34, and the bottom sonar is located at the end of the mounting shaft 34.
[0028] like Figures 1-4 As shown, in one specific implementation, the adjustment drive assembly further includes a hollow cylinder 32, which runs vertically through the main body 1 and is sealed to the main body 1 to ensure that the interior of the hollow cylinder 32 is not connected to the buoyancy cavity 13, thereby ensuring the airtightness of the buoyancy cavity 13. The mounting shaft 34 is disposed inside the hollow cylinder 32.
[0029] like Figures 1-4 As shown, specifically, the bottom of the main body 1 is provided with a protective unit 12, and the sonar assembly 33 is placed inside the protective unit 12. Specifically, the protective unit 12 includes a ring-shaped fence surrounding the sonar assembly 33. This can effectively reduce the risk of damage to the sonar assembly 33 caused by underwater plants and animals.
[0030] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the underwater detection module 3 further includes a water quality monitor and a second camera located below the main body 1. The water quality monitor can detect and analyze the water quality, further expanding its functionality, while the second camera is used to collect visual information about the underwater surroundings.
[0031] The surface detection module 5 is used for detecting surface environmental items, and the underwater detection module 3 is used for detecting underwater environmental items. Both modules can simultaneously detect surface and underwater environmental items, offering comprehensive functionality. Underwater environmental items are detected using the sonar component 33, while the rotation drive component changes the orientation of the sonar component 33 by rotating it, thus achieving omnidirectional detection of underwater environmental items.
[0032] like Figures 1-4As shown, furthermore, it also includes an anchoring module, which includes at least one counterweight 22. The counterweight 22 is connected to the main body 1 via an anchor chain 21. The anchoring module is used for installation and positioning, confining the buoy within a certain range of space. Correspondingly, the main body 1 is provided with anchoring ears, and the anchor chain 21 is connected to the anchoring ears.
[0033] In summary, the above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A marine environment monitoring buoy apparatus, characterised in that: The main body includes a buoyancy cavity inside the main body and a power generation module on the main body. It also includes a surface detection module and an underwater detection module. The surface detection module is located above the main body. The underwater detection module includes a sonar component and an adjustment drive component. The adjustment drive component includes a mounting shaft and a rotation drive component. The mounting shaft rotates with the main body and extends downward from the main body. The rotation drive component is used to drive the mounting shaft to rotate. The sonar component is located below the main body and rotates synchronously with the mounting shaft.
2. The pelagic environment monitoring buoy apparatus of claim 1, wherein: The power generation module includes a power generation component and an energy storage component. The power generation component is located above the main body, and the energy storage component is located inside the buoyancy cavity.
3. A sea environment monitoring buoy apparatus according to claim 2, characterised in that: The power generation components include solar power generation units and wind power generation units.
4. The pelagic environment monitoring buoy apparatus of claim 1, wherein: The rotary drive component includes a motor mounted on top of the main body, and the mounting shaft extends vertically through the main body.
5. The marine environmental monitoring buoy device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sonar assembly includes a lateral sonar and a bottom sonar, with the lateral sonar located on the side of the mounting shaft and the bottom sonar located at the end of the mounting shaft.
6. The marine environmental monitoring buoy device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the main body is provided with a protective unit, and the sonar assembly is placed inside the protective unit.
7. The marine environmental monitoring buoy device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The underwater detection module also includes a water quality monitor located below the main body.
8. The marine environmental monitoring buoy device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The aforementioned waterborne detection module includes a weather instrument and a first camera mounted on top of the main body.
9. The marine environmental monitoring buoy device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main body is also equipped with a wireless communication component.
10. The marine environmental monitoring buoy device according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that: It also includes an anchoring module, which includes at least one counterweight block connected to the main body via an anchor chain.