A full-rotation control console for an offshore operation platform simulator
By integrating the first rudder propeller control panel, the second rudder propeller control panel, and the visual computer, the layout of the azimuth control console has been optimized, solving the problems of poor user experience and low operating efficiency in the existing technology, and achieving consistency with the control functions of the actual ship and efficient operation.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- RES INST OF MILITARY TRANSPORTATION ARMY MILITARY TRANSPORTATION COLLEGE CHINESE PEOPLES LIBERATION ARMY
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-20
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-26
AI Technical Summary
The existing full-rotation control console of offshore operation platform simulators differs greatly from that of real ships, resulting in a poor user experience, low operating efficiency, large space requirements, and the need for multiple operators.
A fully azimuth control console for an offshore operation platform simulator was designed, integrating a first rudder propeller control panel, a second rudder propeller control panel, a visual computer, and multiple operation panels. Combining real ship control functions and simulation functions, the layout was optimized and the number of operators was reduced.
It achieves consistency with the control functions of a real ship, improves the simulation experience and operational efficiency, and saves human resources.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of control console technology, specifically a full-rotation control console for an offshore operation platform simulator. Background Technology
[0002] Offshore platform simulators are devices that simulate platform navigation, maneuvering, and deck operations. A azimuth control console is the operating device of the offshore platform simulator, capable of simulating and controlling various actions during platform navigation and operations. However, currently used azimuth control consoles only have simulation functions, occupy a large space, require multiple operators, and result in low operational efficiency. Utility Model Content
[0003] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a full-rotation control console for a marine operation platform simulator, mainly solving the technical problems of current full-rotation control consoles being far from those of real ships, resulting in poor user experience and low operating efficiency.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a full-rotation control console for a marine operation platform simulator, comprising a control console housing, the control console housing being composed of an inclined platform and a platform surface, the inclined platform being fixedly connected to the top of the platform surface, a display being fixedly mounted on the inclined platform, a walkie-talkie being mounted on the inclined platform and to the right of the display, a loudspeaker being mounted on the inclined platform and above the walkie-talkie, a first joystick being mounted on the inclined platform and to the left of the display, and a first rudder control panel being fixedly mounted on the platform surface, the first rudder control panel being mounted on the platform surface and above the first rudder control panel. A second propeller control panel is installed on one side of the longitudinal panel. A DP handle is installed on the water platform and on one side of the second propeller control panel. A foghorn button is installed on the water platform and to the left of the first propeller control panel. A second joystick is fixedly connected on the water platform and in front of the foghorn button. A visual computer is fixedly connected inside the control console. The first propeller control panel, the second propeller control panel, the first operation panel, the second operation panel, the third operation panel, the fourth operation panel, the fifth operation panel, the sixth operation panel, and the seventh operation panel are all electrically connected to a switching power supply and are powered by the switching power supply.
[0005] Preferably, the angle between the horizontal platform and the inclined platform is 135°.
[0006] Preferably, a first operation panel is fixedly connected to the inclined platform and located on the left side of the display, and a second operation panel is fixedly connected to the inclined platform and located on the right side of the display.
[0007] Preferably, a third operation panel is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform, a fourth operation panel is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform and to the right of the third operation panel, a fifth operation panel is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform and to the right of the fourth operation panel, a sixth operation panel is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform and in front of the third operation panel, and a seventh operation panel is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform and in front of the fifth operation panel.
[0008] Preferably, a power distribution box is installed inside the driver's console, and the power distribution box is equipped with a switching power supply.
[0009] Preferably, a visual computer is fixedly connected inside the driver's console housing, the visual computer is provided with several USB ports, and several heat dissipation holes are provided on the back of the driver's console housing.
[0010] This utility model provides a full-rotation control console for an offshore operation platform simulator, which has the following advantages:
[0011] This offshore platform simulator uses a full-turn control console. By setting up a first and a second rudder propeller control panel, the full-turn control console has the control functions of a real ship, and the control equipment is consistent with that of a real ship. It is equipped with a visual computer and multiple operation panels, providing hardware support for simulation. This utility model can combine the control functions of a real ship and the simulation functions, integrating multiple functions into the full-turn control console, optimizing the layout of the full-turn control console, and eliminating the need for multiple operators, saving manpower, improving operational efficiency, and enhancing the simulation experience. Attached Figure Description
[0012] Figure 1 This is the front view of the azimuth control console for the offshore operation platform simulator provided by this utility model;
[0013] Figure 2 This is a top view of the azimuth control console for the offshore operation platform simulator provided by this utility model;
[0014] Figure 3 This is a rear view of the azimuth control console for the offshore operation platform simulator provided by this utility model;
[0015] Figure 4 This is a side view of the azimuth control console for the offshore operation platform simulator provided by this utility model;
[0016] Figure 5 This is a circuit connection diagram of the full-rotation control console for an offshore operation platform simulator provided by this utility model.
[0017] In the diagram: 1. Control console housing; 2. DP handle; 3. Display; 4. First propeller control panel; 5. Walkie-talkie; 6. Megaphone; 7. Power distribution box; 8. Fog horn button; 9. First operation panel; 10. First joystick; 11. Visual computer; 12. Second joystick; 13. Ventilation vents; 14. Second propeller control panel; 15. Second operation panel; 16. Third operation panel; 17. Fourth operation panel; 18. Fifth operation panel; 19. Sixth operation panel; 20. Seventh operation panel; 21. Inclined platform; 22. Horizontal platform. Detailed Implementation
[0018] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments.
[0019] Please see Figures 1 to 5 This utility model provides a technical solution: a full-rotation control console for a marine operation platform simulator, including a control console housing 1, which is composed of an inclined platform 21 and a platform 22. The inclined platform 21 is fixedly connected to the top of the platform 22. A display 3 is fixedly installed on the inclined platform 21. A walkie-talkie 5 is installed on the inclined platform 21 and to the right of the display 3. A loudspeaker 6 is installed on the inclined platform 21 and above the walkie-talkie 5. A first rocker arm 10 is installed on the inclined platform 21 and to the left of the display 3. A first rudder propeller control panel 4 is fixedly installed on the platform 22. A second rocker arm 10 is installed on the platform 22 and to one side of the first rudder propeller control panel 4. A DP handle 2 is installed on the propeller control panel 14 and the platform surface 22, located on one side of the second propeller control panel 14. A foghorn button 8 is installed on the platform surface 22, located on the left side of the first propeller control panel 4. A second joystick 12 is fixedly connected on the platform surface 22, located in front of the foghorn button 8. A visual computer 11 is fixedly connected inside the control console housing 1. The first propeller control panel 4, the second propeller control panel 14, the first operation panel 9, the second operation panel 15, the third operation panel 16, the fourth operation panel 17, the fifth operation panel 18, the sixth operation panel 19, and the seventh operation panel 20 are all electrically connected to a switching power supply and are powered by the switching power supply.
[0020] The angle between the horizontal platform 22 and the inclined platform 21 is 135°.
[0021] A first operation panel 9 is fixedly connected to the inclined platform 21 on the left side of the monitor 3, and a second operation panel 15 is fixedly connected to the inclined platform 21 on the right side of the monitor 3.
[0022] A third operation panel 16 is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform 22. A fourth operation panel 17 is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform 22 and to the right of the third operation panel 16. A fifth operation panel 18 is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform 22 and to the right of the fourth operation panel 17. A sixth operation panel 19 is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform 22 and in front of the third operation panel 16. A seventh operation panel 20 is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform 22 and in front of the fifth operation panel 18.
[0023] The control panel housing 1 is equipped with a power distribution box 7, which contains a switching power supply.
[0024] The visual computer 11 is equipped with several USB ports, through which a keyboard and mouse can be connected. The back of the control panel 1 is equipped with several heat dissipation holes 13.
[0025] In summary, this offshore platform simulator uses a full-rotation control console. During use, the display 3 can be a 24-inch LCD screen to show the simulated scene of the offshore platform simulator. The first control panel 9 is used to control the searchlights in the simulated scene, and the second control panel 15 is used to control the navigation lights. The first joystick 10 is connected to the first control panel 9 and serves as an auxiliary device for controlling the direction of the searchlights in the offshore platform simulator. The first propeller control panel 4 and the second propeller control panel 14 are equipped with full-rotation control devices, control buttons, and status indicator lights. Two rudder propeller control panels control two azimuth propulsion devices. The first rudder propeller control panel 4 controls the first azimuth propulsion device of the offshore platform simulator; the second rudder propeller control panel 14 controls the second azimuth propulsion device. Both panels have RS485 interfaces. A third control panel 16 displays the operating status of the first azimuth propulsion device; a fourth control panel 17 displays the operating status of the second azimuth propulsion device; a fifth control panel 18 operates the foghorn; and a sixth control panel 19 operates the visual computer 11. A second joystick 12 is connected to the sixth control panel 19 and, as an accessory to the sixth control panel 19, controls the viewing angle of the visual computer 11. A seventh control panel 20 operates the DP handle 2.
[0026] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model, based on the technical solution and the inventive concept of the present utility model, should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A full-rotation control console for an offshore operation platform simulator, characterized in that: The system includes a control console housing (1), which is composed of a ramp (21) and a horizontal platform (22). The ramp (21) is fixedly connected to the top of the horizontal platform (22). A display (3) is fixedly installed on the ramp (21). A walkie-talkie (5) is installed on the ramp (21) to the right of the display (3). A loudspeaker (6) is installed on the ramp (21) above the walkie-talkie (5). A first rocker arm (10) is installed on the ramp (21) to the left of the display (3). A first rudder control panel (4) is fixedly installed on the platform surface (22). A second rudder control panel (14) is installed on the platform surface (22) and located on one side of the first rudder control panel (4). A DP handle (2) is installed on the platform surface (22) and located on one side of the second rudder control panel (14). A foghorn button (8) is installed on the platform surface (22) and located on the left side of the first rudder control panel (4). A second rocker arm (12) is fixedly connected on the platform surface (22) and located in front of the foghorn button (8).
2. The azimuth control console for a marine operation platform simulator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The angle between the horizontal platform (22) and the inclined platform (21) is 135°.
3. The azimuth control console for a marine operation platform simulator according to claim 1, characterized in that: A first operation panel (9) is fixedly connected on the inclined platform (21) and located on the left side of the display (3), and a second operation panel (15) is fixedly connected on the inclined platform (21) and located on the right side of the display (3).
4. The azimuth control console for a marine operation platform simulator according to claim 1, characterized in that: A third operation panel (16) is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform (22). A fourth operation panel (17) is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform (22) and to the right of the third operation panel (16). A fifth operation panel (18) is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform (22) and to the right of the fourth operation panel (17). A sixth operation panel (19) is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform (22) and in front of the third operation panel (16). A seventh operation panel (20) is fixedly connected to the surface of the water platform (22) and in front of the fifth operation panel (18).
5. A full-rotation control console for an offshore operation platform simulator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control panel box (1) is equipped with a power distribution box (7), and the power distribution box (7) is equipped with a switching power supply.
6. The azimuth control console for a marine operation platform simulator according to claim 1, characterized in that: A visual computer (11) is fixedly connected inside the control panel housing (1). The visual computer (11) is equipped with several USB ports, and several heat dissipation holes (13) are provided on the back of the control panel housing (1).