Water supply pressure pipeline detection device
By combining the power chamber and propulsion system, the water supply pipeline inspection equipment can move freely forward, backward, and rotate in pipelines with many bends and branches, which solves the limitations of inspection and improves the accuracy of signals and the flexibility of equipment movement.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- HUBEI SIWEI IOT TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-29
AI Technical Summary
Existing water supply pipeline inspection robots have significant limitations in pipelines with many bends and branches, making them ineffective for inspection.
The system employs a combined design of a power chamber, a first propulsion system, a second propulsion system, a first cable connection component, and a signal transmission chamber. The second propulsion system enables the power chamber and signal transmission chamber to move freely forward and backward within the pipeline, while the speed difference of the first propulsion system allows for left and right rotation, providing a hovering function and improving signal accuracy.
It effectively solves the limitations of detection in pipelines with many bends and branches, and improves the accuracy of the signal and the equipment's ability to move freely in water.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pipeline inspection technology, specifically to a water supply pressure pipeline inspection device. Background Technology
[0002] Water supply robots primarily address the task of inspecting urban tap water pipelines. Inspection within these pipelines relies mainly on cameras and acoustic analysis. The equipment needs to inspect pressurized, full-water pipelines, with a single inspection distance of up to 1000 meters. The pipelines are typically buried 3-5 meters underground, and are predominantly cast iron. For example, patent CN221221928U, entitled "A Water Pipeline Inspection Robot," includes a cover plate with a connecting rod snapped into its inner wall. The beneficial effect of this invention is that it fixes the connecting rod to the crossbar, ensuring that one side of the ring plate is flush with the cover plate. The inter-adhesive connection ensures the stable installation of the connecting plate between the connecting column and the ring plate, achieving a tight connection between the device's reinforced cover plate, beacon, and hydrophone. This prevents structural separation when the device is in a water pipe. With water flowing through the pipe, the device is placed inside, and a light illuminates the area in front of the device's movement. A high-definition camera transmits real-time high-definition data of the surrounding environment back to the terminal. This allows the device to accurately detect minute leaks inside the pipe without affecting the water flow, preventing the risk of pipe bursts and promptly identifying water hammer hazards.
[0003] However, the aforementioned water pipe inspection robot is a non-powered umbrella-shaped inspection device. This type of device can only adapt to a portion of the pipes, and it relies solely on the power of water to impact the umbrella-shaped component in front of the device to achieve forward propulsion. However, it has significant limitations in pipes with many bends and branches. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the above-mentioned technical deficiencies and propose a water supply pressure pipeline testing device to solve the technical problem that the existing technology has great limitations in pipelines with many corners and branches.
[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:
[0006] This utility model provides a water supply pressure pipeline testing device, including a power chamber, a first propulsion system, a second propulsion system, a first cable connection component, and a signal transmission chamber. The first propulsion systems are arranged in pairs, with the two first propulsion systems having the same power direction and being spaced apart and positioned opposite each other on the side wall of the power chamber. The second propulsion systems are also arranged in pairs, with the two second propulsion systems having the same power direction and being spaced apart and positioned opposite each other at the tail end of the power chamber. One end of the first cable connection component is located between the two second propulsion systems and connected to the tail end of the power chamber. The first end of the signal transmission chamber is connected to the other end of the first cable connection component.
[0007] In some embodiments, the outer wall of the power compartment is provided with a pair of grooves, the two grooves are arranged opposite to each other, and the two first propulsion systems are respectively fitted into the two grooves.
[0008] In some embodiments, the sidewall of the groove is provided with a first through hole.
[0009] In some embodiments, a drainage hole is provided at the bottom of the groove.
[0010] In some embodiments, the tail end of the power compartment is provided with a pair of collars, and the two second propulsion systems are respectively fitted inside the two collars.
[0011] In some embodiments, the sidewall of the collar is provided with a second through hole.
[0012] In some embodiments, a camera system is installed at the front end of the power compartment.
[0013] In some embodiments, a microphone is provided on one side of the camera system.
[0014] In some embodiments, the system further includes a power storage compartment, wherein the tail end of the signal transmitting compartment is provided with a second cable connection component for connecting the head end of the power storage compartment.
[0015] In some embodiments, the tail end of the energy storage compartment is connected to a cable that communicates with the outside world.
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the water supply pressure pipeline detection device provided by this utility model enables the power chamber and signal transmission chamber to move freely in and out of the water supply pipeline through the second propulsion system, and the power chamber and signal transmission chamber to float freely in the water supply pipeline through the first propulsion system. It also achieves left and right rotation by utilizing the speed difference between the two first propulsion systems. Thus, the combination of the above-mentioned multiple power sources effectively solves the problem of great limitations in pipelines with many corners and branches, and also has a hovering function, which improves the accuracy of the signal. Attached Figure Description
[0017] Figure 1 This utility model provides a three-dimensional water supply pressure pipeline testing device. Figure 1 ;
[0018] Figure 2 This utility model provides a three-dimensional water supply pressure pipeline testing device. Figure 2 .
[0019] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Power compartment; 2. First propulsion system; 3. Second propulsion system; 4. First cable connection component; 11. Groove; 111. First through hole; 112. Drain hole; 12. Collar; 121. Second through hole; 13. Camera system; 14. Microphone; 15. Balance hole; 5. Signal transmission compartment; 51. Second cable connection component; 6. Energy storage compartment; 61. Cable. Detailed Implementation
[0020] 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 for explaining the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.
[0021] To address the technical limitations of robots in pipelines with many corners and branches, this invention provides a water supply pressure pipeline inspection device that can reduce the limitations of robots in pipelines with many corners and branches.
[0022] It should be noted that the water supply pressure pipeline testing device described in this utility model is used for, but not limited to, tap water pipelines. For ease of explanation, this utility model only uses the application of a water supply pressure pipeline testing device to tap water pipelines as an example for illustration. The principle of the water supply pressure pipeline testing device applied to other types of equipment is essentially the same as that applied to tap water pipelines, and will not be described in detail here.
[0023] Please see Figures 1 to 2 ,in Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water supply pressure pipeline detection device according to an embodiment of the present invention. The water supply pressure pipeline detection device includes a power chamber 1, a first propulsion system 2, a second propulsion system 3, a first cable connection component 4, and a signal transmission chamber 5. The first propulsion systems 2 are arranged in pairs, with the two first propulsion systems 2 having the same power direction and being spaced apart and positioned opposite each other on the side wall of the power chamber 1. The second propulsion systems 3 are arranged in pairs, with the two second propulsion systems 3 having the same power direction and being spaced apart and positioned opposite each other at the tail end of the power chamber 1. One end of the first cable connection component 4 is located between the two second propulsion systems 3 and connected to the tail end of the power chamber 1. The first end of the signal transmission chamber 5 is connected to the other end of the first cable connection component 4.
[0024] In this embodiment, the second propulsion system 3 enables the power chamber 1 and the signal transmission chamber 5 to move freely forward and backward within the water pipe. The first propulsion system 2 enables the power chamber 1 and the signal transmission chamber 5 to float freely within the water pipe. Furthermore, the speed difference between the two first propulsion systems 2 allows for left and right rotation. Thus, the combination of these multiple propulsion systems effectively solves the problem of significant limitations in pipes with many bends and branches, while also providing a hovering function and improving signal accuracy.
[0025] Furthermore, through fluid dynamics design, the front power chamber 1 can just float underwater when there is no power, making it easy to combine with the first propulsion system 2 and the second propulsion system 3 to achieve free movement in the water.
[0026] Furthermore, the signal transmission chamber 5 includes a low-frequency beacon transmitter.
[0027] In one embodiment, the outer wall of the power compartment 1 is provided with a pair of grooves 11, which are arranged opposite to each other, and the two first propulsion systems 2 are respectively fitted into the two grooves 11.
[0028] In this embodiment, the groove 11 is used to hide the first propulsion system 2, reduce the space occupied by the first propulsion system 2, and facilitate the movement of the power chamber 1 in the water pipe.
[0029] In one embodiment, the sidewall of the groove 11 is provided with a first through hole 111.
[0030] In this embodiment, the first through hole 111 serves to assist the first propulsion system 2 in generating power.
[0031] In one embodiment, a drainage hole 112 is provided at the bottom of the groove 11.
[0032] In this embodiment, the function of the drain hole 112 is to allow the tap water in the groove 11 to drain automatically when the device is removed.
[0033] Furthermore, a balance hole 15 is provided on the opposite side of the two first propulsion systems 2. The function of the balance hole 15 is to assist the power chamber 1 in rotating left and right.
[0034] In one embodiment, the tail end of the power compartment 1 is provided with a pair of collars 12, and the two second propulsion systems 3 are respectively fitted inside the two collars 12.
[0035] In this embodiment, the function of the collar 12 is to protect the second propulsion system 3 from damage during transportation when it is not in use.
[0036] In one embodiment, the sidewall of the collar 12 is provided with a second through hole 121.
[0037] In this embodiment, the function of the second through hole 121 is to assist the second propulsion system 3 in generating power.
[0038] In one embodiment, a camera system 13 is installed at the front end of the power compartment 1.
[0039] In this embodiment, the camera system 13 is used to capture videos and photos of the defect locations inside the water pipe.
[0040] In one embodiment, a microphone 14 is provided on one side of the camera system 13.
[0041] In this embodiment, the outer ring of the camera system 13 is a sound pickup 14, which can collect different sounds generated by the water flow around the defect to analyze how likely it is to be a defect, enabling operation in water. It also has a power system, which can perform operations such as suspending, floating, buoyancy, forward and backward movement in the water. When encountering a defect, it can stop to collect defect evidence and perform sound analysis.
[0042] In one embodiment, a power storage compartment 6 is also included, and the tail end of the signal transmitting compartment 5 is provided with a second cable connection component 51 for connecting the head end of the power storage compartment 6.
[0043] In this embodiment, the power storage compartment 6 contains a set of lithium batteries and is used to store backup power. When the power of the device is used up, the stored power will take over the device and automatically recycle the device.
[0044] It is important to note that the power storage compartment 6 is set up to provide emergency power for the equipment. Therefore, the power storage compartment 6 is always fully charged during the equipment operation. If the system power is insufficient to support the equipment recovery operation during the operation, the system will automatically connect to the power storage compartment 6, which can support automatic equipment recovery operations with a single distance of less than 1500m.
[0045] In one embodiment, the tail end of the power storage compartment 6 is connected to a cable 61 that communicates with the outside world.
[0046] In this embodiment, the cable 61 is used to connect with the outside world, transmit video photos and sound in real time via the cable, and send the positioning beacon to the ground via the signal transmitting chamber 5, and perform positioning through the beacon receiver.
[0047] To better understand this utility model, the following is combined with... Figures 1 to 2 The technical solution of this utility model is described in detail below:
[0048] This invention achieves comprehensive real-time detection of pressurized water pipes through a three-part component. First, the power chamber 1 moves the device to the location of the defect. Then, relying on the first propulsion system 2 and the second propulsion system 3 in the water, combined with attitude data, the power output is automatically adjusted to make it hover at the defect location, facilitating video and photo capture and sound analysis. Finally, the signal transmission chamber 5 can transmit a low-frequency beacon to the ground. Since the beacon is transmitted without movement, the signal received on the ground is very accurate, with an error of no more than 0.5 m². This invention also solves the problem of significant limitations in pipes with corners and many branches.
[0049] The specific embodiments of this utility model described above do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this utility model. Any other corresponding changes and modifications made based on the technical concept of this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A water supply pressure pipeline testing device, characterized in that, include: Power compartment; The first propulsion system is arranged in pairs, with the two first propulsion systems having the same power direction and being spaced apart and arranged on the side wall of the power compartment. The second propulsion system is arranged in pairs, with the two second propulsion systems having the same power direction and being spaced apart and positioned opposite each other at the rear end of the power compartment; A first cable connection component, one end of which is located between the two second propulsion systems and connected to the tail end of the power compartment; and A signal transmitting chamber, the first end of which is connected to the other end of the first cable connection component.
2. The water supply pressure pipeline testing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer wall of the power compartment has a pair of grooves, which are arranged opposite to each other, and the two first propulsion systems are respectively fitted into the two grooves.
3. The water supply pressure pipeline testing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The groove has a first through hole on its side wall.
4. The water supply pressure pipeline testing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, A drainage hole is provided at the bottom of the groove.
5. The water supply pressure pipeline testing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The power compartment is provided with a pair of collars at its tail end, and the two second propulsion systems are respectively fitted into the two collars.
6. The water supply pressure pipeline testing equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that, The side wall of the collar has a second through hole.
7. The water supply pressure pipeline testing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, A camera system is installed at the front end of the power compartment.
8. A water supply pressure pipeline testing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, A microphone is located on one side of the camera system.
9. A water supply pressure pipeline testing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a power storage compartment, and the tail end of the signal transmitting compartment is provided with a second cable connection component for connecting the head end of the power storage compartment.
10. A water supply pressure pipeline testing device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The tail end of the energy storage compartment is connected to a cable that connects to the outside world.