Aerial power line inspection X-ray detection hanger
By designing an X-ray inspection rack for drones, the problems of high labor intensity and poor safety associated with traditional manual tower climbing inspections have been solved. This enables automated drone inspection of overhead power transmission line crimping fittings, improving inspection efficiency and safety.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- YUNNAN POWER GRID CO LTD TRANSMISSION BRANCH
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-12
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-05
AI Technical Summary
Traditional X-ray inspection methods require manual tower climbing, which is labor-intensive, inefficient, and unsafe, making it impossible to quickly and safely inspect the crimped pipe fittings of overhead transmission lines.
Design a drone X-ray inspection mount, including a mounting component, a scanning component, and an auxiliary component. The drone carries X-ray inspection equipment for automated inspection. The mounting component and the scanning component work together to achieve stable inspection of press-fit fittings. The auxiliary component provides guidance.
This technology enables drones to carry X-ray inspection equipment for rapid and safe inspection of overhead power transmission line pipe fittings, reducing the labor intensity of personnel and improving inspection efficiency and safety.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of X-ray inspection equipment for overhead power transmission line pipe clamping pipes, and in particular to a UAV X-ray inspection bracket for power transmission lines. Background Technology
[0002] Timely detection of internal defects in conductors is a crucial measure to ensure the safe and stable operation of the power grid. Traditional X-ray inspection methods require personnel to carry inspection equipment up the tower for inspection, or to climb the tower to remove the crimped pipe fittings for inspection. This method is characterized by high labor intensity, low efficiency, and low safety (inspection personnel need to carry heavy and numerous tools up the tower, which can easily lead to risks such as electric shock, falls from heights, and being struck by objects from above). Consequently, it is impossible to carry out inspection work quickly and safely, which greatly affects the safe and stable operation of transmission lines. Utility Model Content
[0003] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by this utility model is: to quickly detect the crimped pipe fittings of overhead power transmission lines by using a drone equipped with X-ray detection equipment, and to adapt the detection operation of crimped pipe fittings on single-strand conductors and two- or four-split conductors.
[0004] The above-mentioned technical problems are solved by the following technical solution: This utility model proposes a UAV X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines, which includes a mounting component, including a main frame, a connecting frame, a bridge-type connector and a storage platform. The connecting frame is located on one side of the main frame, the storage platform is located on the other side of the main frame, and the bridge-type connector is installed on the connecting frame.
[0005] The scanning assembly includes a detection equipment mounting component and a scanning mounting plate. The detection equipment mounting component is rotatably connected to a bridge-type connector, and the scanning mounting plate is slidably connected to a main frame. The scanning mounting plate moves along the inner wall of the main frame in the vertical direction.
[0006] An auxiliary component is disposed on the main frame and on the same side as the storage platform.
[0007] In a preferred embodiment of the UAV X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines of this utility model: the main frame includes a mounting connector, a sliding groove and a frame body, the mounting connector is disposed at the top of the frame body, the sliding groove is disposed on the inner side wall of the frame body, and the scanning mounting plate is slidably connected to the frame body through the sliding groove.
[0008] In a preferred embodiment of the UAV X-ray inspection bracket for power transmission lines described in this utility model: the connecting frame is composed of a first bracket, a second bracket, and a third bracket, which together form a support structure for supporting and fixing the bridge-type connecting member.
[0009] In a preferred embodiment of the UAV X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines of this utility model: the bridge-type connector includes a first connector and a second connector, and the distance between the inspection equipment mounting component and the scanning mounting plate is adjusted by sliding between the first connector and the second connector, and the second connector is rotatably connected to the inspection equipment mounting component.
[0010] In a preferred embodiment of the power transmission line UAV X-ray inspection rack of this utility model: the storage platform includes a shelf and a support member disposed on the bottom side of the shelf.
[0011] In a preferred embodiment of the UAV X-ray inspection bracket for power transmission lines described in this utility model: the first bracket and the second bracket are arranged perpendicularly, the first bracket is also arranged perpendicularly to the third bracket, and the second bracket and the third bracket are arranged alternately on the first bracket.
[0012] In a preferred embodiment of the UAV X-ray inspection bracket for power transmission lines described in this utility model: the staggered position A between the first bracket and the third bracket forms a mounting point, which is used to attach the connecting frame to the conductor.
[0013] In a preferred embodiment of the power transmission line UAV X-ray inspection bracket of this utility model: the length of the support member is less than the length of the placement plate, and the support member and the placement plate form an accommodating position B.
[0014] In a preferred embodiment of the power transmission line UAV X-ray inspection bracket of this utility model: the staggered position A between the first bracket and the third bracket is on the same horizontal line as the accommodating position B between the support member and the placement plate.
[0015] In a preferred embodiment of the UAV X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines described in this utility model: the auxiliary component consists of at least a first counterweight and a second counterweight, and the first counterweight and the second counterweight are movably connected.
[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: the staggered position A between the first bracket and the third bracket is the hanging point. The hanging point A is used to cooperate with the drone to hang the connecting frame on the wire. The X-ray detector and the scanning mounting plate set in the detection equipment mounting part cooperate to detect the crimped pipe fittings on the wire. The first connecting part and the second connecting part can adjust the distance between the detection equipment mounting part and the scanning mounting plate. The rotational connection between the second connecting part and the detection equipment mounting part can adjust the angle of the X-ray detector. The auxiliary component can guide the split wire. Attached Figure Description
[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of this utility model will be briefly described below. Obviously, the drawings described below only relate to some embodiments of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Wherein:
[0018] Figure 1 The diagram shows the working status of the UAV X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines;
[0019] Figure 2 A structural diagram of the UAV X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines is shown.
[0020] Figure 3 The right view shows the UAV X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines;
[0021] Figure 4 A partial enlarged view of the connector frame is shown.
[0022] Reference numerals: 1. Mounting assembly; 2. Scanning assembly; 3. Auxiliary assembly; 11. Main frame; 12. Connecting frame; 13. Bridge-type connector; 14. Storage platform; 21. Detection equipment mounting component; 22. Scanning mounting plate; 111. Mounting connector; 112. Sliding groove; 121. First bracket; 122. Second bracket; 123. Third bracket; 131. First connector; 132. Second connector; 141. Shelf; 142. Support component; 31. First counterweight; 32. Second counterweight. Detailed Implementation
[0023] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand this utility model, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to specific embodiments and accompanying drawings.
[0024] The terminology used in this invention refers to those general terms currently widely used in the art in consideration of the functionality of this invention; however, these terms may vary according to the intent, precedent, or new technology of those skilled in the art. Furthermore, specific terms may be chosen by the applicant, and in such cases, their detailed meanings will be described in the detailed description of this invention. Therefore, the terminology used in this specification should not be construed as simple names, but rather based on the meaning of the terms and the overall description of this invention.
[0025] Reference Figure 1 This embodiment provides a UAV X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines, including a mounting component 1, a scanning component 2, and an auxiliary component 3. The mounting component 1 mainly provides structural support and connection functions, the scanning component 2 is mainly used to store the inspection equipment and realize the abnormal detection of power transmission lines, and the auxiliary component 3 mainly plays a guiding role when the mount is used for split conductors.
[0026] Preferably, the mounting assembly 1 includes a main frame 11, a connecting frame 12, a bridge-type connector 13, and a storage platform 14. The main frame 11 serves as the main support structure of the entire mounting frame. The connecting frame 12 is located on one side of the main frame 11. The connecting frame 12 is used to press the wires inside the connecting frame 12 when the UAV hovers to achieve stable detection operations. The storage platform 14 is located on the other side of the main frame 11 away from the connecting frame 12. The storage platform 14 is used to store auxiliary equipment, and the storage platform 14 and the connecting frame 12 on the opposite side achieve the overall balance of the mounting equipment. The bridge-type connector 13 is installed on the connecting frame 12 and plays a role in connecting and supporting the X-ray detection equipment mounting components. At the same time, the bridge-type connector 13 can adjust the distance between the scanning assembly 2 and the main frame 11.
[0027] Preferably, the scanning assembly 2 includes a detection equipment mounting component 21 and a scanning mounting plate 22. The detection equipment mounting component 21 is used to install the X-ray detection equipment inside the detection equipment mounting component 21, and the scanning mounting plate 22 is used to install the scanning plate that cooperates with the X-ray detection equipment. The detection equipment mounting component 21 is rotatably connected to the bridge-type connector 13, which can realize the angle adjustment of the X-ray detection equipment. The scanning mounting plate 22 is slidably connected to the main frame 11, and the scanning mounting plate 22 moves along the inner sidewall of the main frame 11 in the vertical direction, thereby cooperating with the irradiation angle of the detection equipment mounting component 21.
[0028] Preferably, the auxiliary component 3 is disposed on the same side of the storage platform 14 on the main frame 11. The auxiliary component 3 can be a counterweight, which is mainly used to guide one or two vertical wires in a two-split wire or a four-split wire during testing.
[0029] Reference Figures 1-3 As an optional embodiment, the main frame 11 includes a mounting connector 111, a sliding groove 112, and a frame body 113. The mounting connector 111 is disposed at the top of the frame body 113, and the sliding groove 112 is disposed on the inner side wall of the frame body 113. The scanning mounting plate 22 is slidably connected to the frame body 113 through the sliding groove 112. In this embodiment, after the scanning mounting plate 22 slides to a certain position in the sliding groove 112, it is limited by locking with a buckle or screws and nuts. The specific limiting method is not specifically limited here. The scanning mounting plate 22 moves along the sliding groove 112 on the main frame 11 to cooperate with the irradiation angle of the detection equipment mounting part 21. The main function of the mounting connector 111 is to connect with the UAV.
[0030] Preferably, the connecting frame 12 is composed of a first bracket 121, a second bracket 122 and a third bracket 123. The first bracket 121, the second bracket 122 and the third bracket 123 form a support structure for supporting and fixing the bridge-type connecting piece 13. The included angle formed by the first bracket 121 and the third bracket 123 can cooperate with the hanger to suspend the hanger on the wire, ensuring that the X-ray inspection equipment is more stable during inspection.
[0031] Preferably, the bridge-type connector 13 includes a first connector 131 and a second connector 132, which are slidably connected. In this embodiment, the sliding trajectory between the first connector 131 and the second connector 132 can be limited by elastic limiting members or screws and nuts, etc. The specific limiting method is not specifically limited here. The distance between the detection equipment mounting part 21 and the main frame 11 can be adjusted by the mutual sliding between the first connector 131 and the second connector 132. The second connector 132 is rotatably connected to the detection equipment mounting part 21. In this embodiment, the rotation trajectory between the second connector 132 and the detection equipment mounting part 21 can be limited by screws and nuts, etc. The specific method is not specifically limited here. This allows the X-ray detection equipment installed in the detection equipment mounting part 21 to adjust the angle of the X-ray detector when detecting the wire crimping pipe fitting, so as to adapt to different detection needs.
[0032] Preferably, the storage platform 14 includes a shelf 141 and a support member 142 disposed on the bottom side of the shelf 141. The shelf 141 is mainly used to place related accessories of the X-ray inspection equipment. The shelf 141 is provided with multiple positioning holes. In this embodiment, the related accessories of the X-ray inspection equipment can be fixed by means of cable ties or the like. No specific limitation is made here.
[0033] Reference Figures 1-4 As an optional embodiment, the staggered position A between the first bracket 121 and the third bracket 123 forms a hook point, through which the drone hooks the connecting frame 12 onto the wire.
[0034] Furthermore, the length of the support member 142 is less than the length of the shelf 141, as shown in the reference. Figure 4 The length of the support member 142 is denoted as h1, and the length of the shelf 141 is denoted as H1. h1 is less than H1, and a receiving position B is formed between the support member 142 and the shelf 141.
[0035] Furthermore, the staggered position A between the first bracket 121 and the third bracket 123 is on the same horizontal line as the receiving position B between the support member 142 and the shelf 141. In this embodiment, the receiving position B and the staggered position A are exactly on two wires at the same horizontal position as the two-split line or the four-split line, which achieves a more stable effect during detection.
[0036] Reference Figures 1-4 As an optional embodiment, the auxiliary component 3 consists of at least a first counterweight 31 and a second counterweight 32. The first counterweight 31 and the second counterweight 32 are movably connected. When the first counterweight 31 and the second counterweight 32 are hanging down, they have a certain weight. When the UAV performs the detection, the first counterweight 31 and the second counterweight 32 can be inserted into the split line with a certain vertical height to detect the split line with a certain vertical height. This is also easy for the operator to observe.
[0037] In use, first, install the X-ray scanning equipment into the inspection equipment mounting bracket 21, install the auxiliary equipment of the X-ray scanning equipment onto the shelf 141, and connect the cables used by the various electrical components of the X-ray scanning equipment. Bundle and fix the cables to the main frame 11, connecting frame 12, bridge-type connecting piece 13, and storage platform 14 to ensure that all components are firmly and reliably fixed. Next, debug the X-ray scanning equipment. After the X-ray scanning equipment is turned on, take sample images. Based on the sample images, adjust the distance and angle of the inspection equipment mounting bracket 21 relative to the main frame 11, as well as the scanning mounting plate 2. 2. Adjust the position of the main frame 11 to ensure that the crimped tube is centered in the image; perform the scanning operation again. When photographing a single ground wire crimped tube, fix the bracket to the bottom of the drone through the mounting connector 111 (using an insulated rope used during uninterrupted power operation). Use the drone to lift the bracket above the crimped tube to be inspected. Adjust the position and lower the drone. Use the staggered position A between the first bracket 121 and the third bracket 123 to suspend it on the conductor. Then, remotely control the X-ray machine on the ground to photograph the crimped tube to be inspected. If the two-split horizontally arranged conductor... When inspecting the crimped pipe fittings, the drone should be positioned and lowered during the adjustment of its position. At least the first counterweight 31 and the second counterweight 32 should be inserted between the two horizontal sub-guide wires to act as guides, ensuring that the staggered position A between the first support 121 and the third support 123 is suspended on the guide wires. Then, a ground-based remote-controlled X-ray machine should be used to photograph the crimped pipe fittings under inspection. After the drone raises its height and rotates the mounting bracket 180°, it should lower its height, ensuring that the staggered position A between the first support 121 and the third support 123 is suspended on the guide wires. Then, a ground-based remote-controlled X-ray machine should be used to photograph the crimped pipe fittings under inspection. Take photos; if inspecting the crimping fittings of bi-split vertically arranged conductors, during the debugging phase of the X-ray scanning equipment, ensure that both sub-conductor crimping fittings can be photographed simultaneously; if inspecting the crimping fittings of quadruple-split conductors, during the debugging phase of the X-ray scanning equipment, ensure that both sub-conductor crimping fittings can be photographed simultaneously, the remaining operations are the same as for inspecting the crimping fittings of bi-split horizontally arranged conductors; finally, after photographing the parts to be inspected, the drone returns to base, ascends to a safe altitude, lands, and disassembles and removes the X-ray scanning equipment from the rack.
[0038] Finally, it should be noted that the methods and devices described in detail above are merely embodiments, and those skilled in the art can modify these embodiments in different ways as long as they do not depart from the scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A mounting bracket for X-ray inspection of power transmission lines using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), characterized in that: include, Mounting assembly (1), the mounting assembly (1) includes a main frame (11), a connecting frame (12), a bridge-type connector (13) and a storage platform (14), the connecting frame (12) is located on one side of the main frame (11), the storage platform (14) is located on the other side of the main frame (11) away from the connecting frame (12), and the bridge-type connector (13) is installed on the connecting frame (12); The scanning component (2) includes a detection device mounting part (21) and a scanning mounting plate (22). The detection device mounting part (21) is rotatably connected to the bridge-type connector (13). The scanning mounting plate (22) is slidably connected to the main frame (11). The scanning mounting plate (22) moves along the inner wall of the main frame (11) in the vertical direction on the main frame (11). Auxiliary component (3) is disposed on the same side of the storage platform (14) on the main frame (11).
2. The X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines by unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main frame (11) includes a mounting connector (111), a sliding groove (112), and a frame body (113). The mounting connector (111) is located at the top of the frame body (113), and the sliding groove (112) is located on the inner side wall of the frame body (113). The scanning mounting plate (22) is slidably connected to the frame body (113) through the sliding groove (112).
3. The X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines by unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting frame (12) is composed of a first bracket (121), a second bracket (122) and a third bracket (123). The first bracket (121), the second bracket (122) and the third bracket (123) form a support structure for supporting and fixing the bridge-type connector (13).
4. The X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines by unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bridge-type connector (13) includes a first connector (131) and a second connector (132). The distance between the detection equipment mounting part (21) and the scanning mounting plate (22) is adjusted by sliding between the first connector (131) and the second connector (132). The second connector (132) is rotatably connected to the detection equipment mounting part (21).
5. The X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines by unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 4, characterized in that: The storage platform (14) includes a shelf (141) and a support (142) disposed on the bottom side of the shelf (141).
6. The X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines by unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 3, characterized in that: The first bracket (121) is perpendicular to the second bracket (122), and the first bracket (121) is also perpendicular to the third bracket (123). The second bracket (122) and the third bracket (123) are alternately arranged on the first bracket (121).
7. The X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines by unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 6, characterized in that: The staggered position A between the first bracket (121) and the third bracket (123) forms a hook point, which is used to hook the connecting frame (12) onto the wire.
8. The X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines by unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 7, characterized in that: The length of the support member (142) is less than the length of the shelf (141), and a receiving position B is formed between the support member (142) and the shelf (141).
9. The X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines by unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 8, characterized in that: The staggered position A between the first bracket (121) and the third bracket (123) is on the same horizontal line as the receiving position B between the support member (142) and the shelf (141).
10. The X-ray inspection mount for power transmission lines by unmanned aerial vehicles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The auxiliary component (3) consists of at least a first counterweight (31) and a second counterweight (32), and the first counterweight (31) and the second counterweight (32) are movably connected.