New energy unmanned surface vessel rotary rotor sail system
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- YANTAI UNIV
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-23
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-26
AI Technical Summary
New energy unmanned surface vessels have the problem of high energy consumption during use.
A new energy unmanned surface vessel (USV) roller rotor sail system was designed, including a roller, roller wall, roller cover, roller shaft, support column, main shaft, gear set and propulsion motor. By optimizing the booster system and analyzing aerodynamic characteristics, wind energy is used to drive the roller sail, the propulsion motor provides power, and the gear set transmits power, thereby enhancing the aerodynamic performance and thrust of the sail.
It achieves efficient, stable, and environmentally friendly navigation, optimizes the use of sail space, and reduces energy consumption.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of drum rotor sail systems, specifically a drum rotor sail system for new energy unmanned surface vessels. Background Technology
[0002] New energy unmanned surface vessels (USVs) refer to vessels that utilize new energy sources (such as solar, wind, hydrogen, and wave energy) as their power source, combined with technologies such as autonomous navigation and intelligent control to achieve unmanned operation. These vessels have broad application prospects in military, marine monitoring, environmental surveys, and logistics transportation. With the increasing frequency of maritime trade and the growing use of vessels, marine pollution urgently needs to be addressed, necessitating more energy-efficient use of USVs. Therefore, improvements to existing technologies are required. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a new energy unmanned surface vessel (USV) roller rotor sail system, which solves the problem of USVs consuming a lot of energy.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a new energy unmanned surface vessel (USV) roller rotor sail system, comprising a hull, a rotating cylinder on the hull, the rotating cylinder including a cylinder wall, a cylinder bottom fixedly installed inside the deck of the hull, a cylinder wall on the cylinder bottom, a cylinder cover at the upper end of the cylinder wall, a cylinder shaft inside the rotating cylinder, the cylinder shaft including a fixed support column, a fixed support column fixedly connected to the upper end of the cylinder bottom, a second support rotating shaft at the upper end of the fixed support column, a plurality of evenly distributed small support shafts at the upper end of the second support rotating shaft, a main shaft on the second support rotating shaft, a first support rotating shaft at the upper end of the main shaft, and a gear set on the second support rotating shaft.
[0005] Preferably, the cylinder wall is in contact with the hull, and the first support shaft is in contact with the cylinder cover. The first support shaft can support the rotating cylinder, making the rotation of the rotating cylinder more stable.
[0006] Preferably, a coupling is provided on the upper outer side of the main shaft, and the coupling is fixedly connected to the first support shaft. The coupling can connect the main shaft and the first support shaft.
[0007] Preferably, a propulsion motor is installed at the upper end of the bottom of the cylinder, and the output shaft of the propulsion motor is connected to the main shaft, so that the propulsion motor can provide power for the rotation of the main shaft.
[0008] Preferably, the gear set includes a large gear, the large gear is mounted on the outer side of the main shaft, a small gear shaft is mounted on the upper outer side of the small support shaft, a small gear is provided on the outer side of the small gear shaft, and the small gear shaft can mount the small gear.
[0009] Preferably, the pinion meshes with the gear, and the pinion can drive the gear to rotate.
[0010] Preferably, the large gear has a large gear shaft inside, which is used to mount the large gear.
[0011] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0012] This invention optimizes the propulsion system based on the unmanned surface vessel (USV) with a rotary sail. By analyzing the aerodynamic characteristics of the rotary sail, the designed rotary sail has its drive motor installed inside the sail, which can better transmit power. This greatly optimizes the space available for the rotary sail on the ship and enables efficient, stable, and environmentally friendly navigation. Attached Figure Description
[0013] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0014] Figure 2 For the present utility model Figure 1 A magnified 3D view of the local structure;
[0015] Figure 3 For the present utility model Figure 2 A three-dimensional view of the cylinder shaft;
[0016] Figure 4 For the present utility model Figure 2 A 3D view of the gear set;
[0017] Figure 5 For the present utility model Figure 2 A magnified 3D view of the motor.
[0018] In the diagram: 1. Cylinder shaft; 2. Rotating cylinder; 3. Gear set; 4. Propulsion motor; 5. Hull; 11. Main shaft; 12. Coupling; 13. First support shaft; 14. Second support shaft; 15. Small support shaft; 16. Fixed support column; 21. Cylinder wall; 22. Cylinder cover; 23. Cylinder bottom; 31. Large gear; 32. Small gear; 33. Large gear shaft; 34. Small gear shaft. Detailed Implementation
[0019] 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.
[0020] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 5 The new energy unmanned surface vessel (USV) roller rotor sail system includes a hull 5, a rotating cylinder 2 on the hull 5, the rotating cylinder 2 including a cylinder wall 21, a cylinder bottom 23 fixedly installed inside the deck of the hull 5, the cylinder bottom 23 having a cylinder wall 21, a cylinder cover 22 at the upper end of the cylinder wall 21, a cylinder shaft 1 inside the rotating cylinder 2, the cylinder shaft 1 including a fixed support column 16, the upper end of the cylinder bottom 23 being fixedly connected to the fixed support column 16, the upper end of the fixed support column 16 being provided with a second support rotating shaft 14, the upper end of the second support rotating shaft 14 being provided with multiple evenly distributed small support shafts 15, the second support rotating shaft 14 being provided with a main shaft 11, the upper end of the main shaft 11 being provided with a first support rotating shaft 13, and the second support rotating shaft 14 being provided with a gear set 3.
[0021] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 5 The cylinder wall 21 contacts the hull 5, and the first support shaft 13 contacts the cylinder cover 22. The first support shaft 13 can support the rotating cylinder 2, making the rotation of the rotating cylinder 2 more stable. A coupling 12 is provided on the upper outer side of the main shaft 11. The coupling 12 is fixedly connected to the first support shaft 13. The coupling 12 can connect the main shaft 11 and the first support shaft 13. A propulsion motor 4 is installed at the upper end of the cylinder bottom 23. The output shaft of the propulsion motor 4 is connected to the main shaft 11. The propulsion motor 4 can provide power for the rotation of the main shaft 11.
[0022] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 4 The gear set 3 includes a large gear 31, which is mounted on the outer side of the main shaft 11. A small gear shaft 34 is mounted on the upper outer side of the small support shaft 15. A small gear 32 is provided on the outer side of the small gear shaft 34. The small gear shaft 34 can mount the small gear 32. The small gear 32 meshes with the large gear 31, and the small gear 32 can drive the large gear 31 to rotate. A large gear shaft 33 is provided inside the large gear 31, and the large gear shaft 33 is used to mount the large gear 31.
[0023] The specific implementation process of this utility model is as follows: In use, the cylinder wall 21 is made of lightweight, high-strength carbon fiber composite material, which reduces weight while ensuring sufficient strength to better withstand the impact of sea winds. The cylinder cover 22 and cylinder bottom 23 are designed in a streamlined shape to reduce air resistance and enhance the overall aerodynamic performance of the sail. The surface of the rotating cylinder 2 is provided with a spiral flow structure to enhance the Magnus effect, thereby generating greater thrust. The entire drum mechanism effectively utilizes wind energy while protecting the internal structure, making it suitable for operation under various wind speeds and directions. During operation, the propulsion motor 4 can drive the main shaft 11 to rotate through the gear set 3, and the main shaft 11 can drive the rotating cylinder 2 to rotate during the rotation.
[0024] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A new energy unmanned surface vessel rotary rotor sail system, comprising a hull (5), characterized in that: A rotating cylinder (2) is provided on the hull (5). The rotating cylinder (2) includes a cylinder wall (21). A cylinder bottom (23) is fixedly installed inside the deck of the hull (5). The cylinder bottom (23) is provided with a cylinder wall (21). A cylinder cover (22) is provided at the upper end of the cylinder wall (21). A cylinder shaft (1) is provided inside the rotating cylinder (2). The cylinder shaft (1) includes a fixed support column (16). The fixed support column (16) is fixedly connected to the upper end of the cylinder bottom (23). A second support rotating shaft (14) is provided at the upper end of the fixed support column (16). A plurality of evenly distributed small support shafts (15) are provided at the upper end of the second support rotating shaft (14). A main shaft (11) is provided on the second support rotating shaft (14). A first support rotating shaft (13) is provided at the upper end of the main shaft (11). A gear set (3) is provided on the second support rotating shaft (14).
2. The new energy unmanned surface vessel drum rotor sail system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cylinder wall (21) is in contact with the hull (5), and the first support shaft (13) is in contact with the cylinder cover (22).
3. The new energy unmanned surface vessel drum rotor sail system according to claim 1, characterized in that: A coupling (12) is provided on the upper outer side of the main shaft (11), and the coupling (12) is fixedly connected to the first support shaft (13).
4. The new energy unmanned surface vessel drum rotor sail system according to claim 1, characterized in that: A propulsion motor (4) is installed at the upper end of the bottom (23) of the cylinder, and the output shaft of the propulsion motor (4) is connected to the main shaft (11).
5. The new energy unmanned surface vessel drum rotor sail system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The gear set (3) includes a large gear (31), the large gear (31) is installed on the outside of the main shaft (11), the small gear shaft (34) is installed on the upper part of the outside of the small support shaft (15), and the small gear (32) is provided on the outside of the small gear shaft (34).
6. The new energy unmanned surface vessel drum rotor sail system according to claim 5, characterized in that: The small gear (32) meshes with the large gear (31).
7. The new energy unmanned surface vessel drum rotor sail system according to claim 5, characterized in that: The large gear (31) has a large gear shaft (33) inside.