A water meter reading device for water meter well in urban and rural water supply

Abstract

The application belongs to the technical field of water meter reading tools, and discloses a water meter well meter reading device for urban and rural water supply, which comprises a telescopic rod, a multifunctional fork head and a waterproof camera. One end of the telescopic rod is provided with a clamping piece, and the clamping piece is used for fixing a mobile phone. The multifunctional fork head is arranged at the end of the telescopic rod away from the clamping piece and is used for turning over a water meter cover. The waterproof camera is arranged at the end of the telescopic rod away from the clamping piece and protrudes from the multifunctional fork head. The waterproof camera is electrically connected with the mobile phone in a detachable manner. By arranging the waterproof camera and electrically connecting the waterproof camera with the mobile phone, the problem that a meter reading personnel cannot see the numbers due to environmental factors, personal vision and the like and thus causes an error of an excessive parameter is solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of water meter reading tools, specifically relating to a water meter well reading device for urban and rural water supply. Background Technology

[0002] To facilitate water meter management and winter insulation, all water meters are installed in underground wells. Meter readers must descend into the wells to read water usage data. This traditional method of manual meter reading is not only labor-intensive but also poses safety hazards, impacting the company's business development. To address this, Chinese Utility Model Patent application number CN202220082194.4 has been developed, disclosing a water meter well reading rod. This rod includes a main body and a spraying device, a cleaning device, and a lighting device installed at the bottom of the main body. The main body has an operating part at its upper part, the spraying part of the spraying device is located at the bottom of the main body, and the cleaning device and lighting device are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the bottom of the main body. The cleaning device is rotatably mounted on the main body and has a hook. The spray device on this water meter reading pole can spray cleaning fluid onto the water meter. The cleaning device can clean the water meter to prevent dirt from hindering the meter reading process. The cleaning device is equipped with hooks to facilitate opening and closing the meter cover. The lighting device can illuminate the water meter well. Meter reading can be performed from the top of the water meter well without the need for staff to enter the well, making the meter reading operation convenient.

[0003] However, the height of water meter wells in urban and rural water supply systems generally exceeds 1.5 meters. Even if the main body is inserted into the water meter well and a magnifying glass is used to magnify the numbers on the water meter, meter readers standing next to the water meter well still cannot see the numbers clearly due to environmental factors and their own eyesight, leading to errors in the parameters that exceed the standard. Summary of the Invention

[0004] Based on this, this application provides a water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply, in order to solve the problem that even when the main body is inserted into the water meter well and a magnifying glass is used to magnify the numbers on the water meter, the meter reader still cannot see the numbers clearly due to environmental factors and personal vision limitations while standing next to the water meter well, resulting in incorrect parameters exceeding the standard.

[0005] The technical solution to the above-mentioned technical problems in this application is as follows:

[0006] A water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply, comprising:

[0007] The device includes a telescopic rod, a multi-functional fork, and a waterproof camera. One end of the telescopic rod is equipped with a latch for securing a mobile phone. The multi-functional fork is located at the end of the telescopic rod away from the latch and is used to flip the water meter cover. The waterproof camera is located at the end of the telescopic rod away from the latch and extends beyond the multi-functional fork. The waterproof camera is electrically connected to the mobile phone, which is detachably connected to the latch.

[0008] Preferably, the multi-functional fork head is a U-shaped fork head, and a V-shaped hook is provided on one side of the U-shaped fork head, the V-shaped hook being used to open the water meter cover.

[0009] Preferably, one end of the U-shaped fork is provided with a scraper, which is used to clean the mud on the water meter.

[0010] Preferably, the scraper is detachably connected to the U-shaped fork.

[0011] Preferably, the other end of the U-shaped fork is provided with a cleaning component, which is used to wipe the water meter.

[0012] Preferably, the cleaning component is detachably connected to the U-shaped fork head.

[0013] Preferably, the waterproof camera is further provided with an illumination element, the illumination direction of which is parallel to the extension direction of the waterproof camera.

[0014] Preferably, the waterproof camera has a wire at one end near the connector, the other end of the wire extends into the telescopic rod and out from the connector, and is electrically connected to the mobile phone.

[0015] Preferably, a spring is provided on the guide wire inside the telescopic rod, the guide wire is fixedly connected to the spring, and the guide wire is spirally wound around the spring.

[0016] The technical solution adopted in this application can achieve the following beneficial effects:

[0017] 1. By installing a waterproof camera and electrically connecting it to a mobile phone, the problem of meter readers being unable to see the numbers due to environmental factors or their own eyesight being impaired, leading to incorrect parameters exceeding the standard, can be solved.

[0018] 2. By setting up a card connector, the phone can be detachably mounted on the card connector, which solves the problem of difficulty in single-person operation and the difficulty in completing other operations due to occupying both hands. At the same time, it also solves the problem of easy shaking during single-handed operation, which makes it difficult to take pictures and open (close) the watch cover. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply used in this application. Figure 1 .

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply used in this application. Figure 2 .

[0021] Figure 3 This is a side view of the water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply used in this application.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view (AA) of the water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply used in this application.

[0023] In the picture: telescopic rod 100, snap-fit ​​connector 110, multi-functional fork head 200, U-shaped fork head 210, V-shaped hook 220, waterproof camera 230, wire 240, lighting component 250, scraper 260, cleaning component 270. Detailed Implementation

[0024] To facilitate understanding of this application, a more complete description will be provided below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Preferred embodiments of this application are shown in the drawings. However, this application can be implemented in many different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to provide a more thorough and complete understanding of the disclosure of this application.

[0025] It should be noted that when an element is referred to as being "set on" another element, it can be directly on the other element or there may be an intervening element. When an element is referred to as being "connected to" another element, it can be directly connected to the other element or there may be an intervening element. The terms "vertical," "horizontal," "left," "right," "top," "bottom," "end," "top," and similar expressions used herein are for illustrative purposes only and do not represent the only possible implementation.

[0026] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application belongs. The terminology used herein in the specification of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of the application. The term "and / or" as used herein includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.

[0027] Please see Figures 1 to 4This application provides a water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply wells, including a telescopic rod 100, a multi-functional fork head 200, and a waterproof camera 230. One end of the telescopic rod 100 is provided with a snap-fit ​​member 110 for fixing a mobile phone. The multi-functional fork head 200 is located at the end of the telescopic rod 100 away from the snap-fit ​​member 110 and is used to flip the water meter cover. The waterproof camera 230 is located at the end of the telescopic rod 100 away from the snap-fit ​​member 110 and extends out of the multi-functional fork head 200. The waterproof camera 230 is electrically connected to the mobile phone, which is detachably connected to the snap-fit ​​member 110.

[0028] Specifically, the telescopic rod 100 is a telescopic tube with a hollow tubing sleeve, and the telescopic rod 100 is fixed after extension and retraction by, but not limited to, bolt compression fastening, through-hole elastic blocks, etc. The telescopic rod 100 uses a relatively hard tubing material to avoid bending problems during use; the snap-fit ​​component 110 is, but not limited to, a mobile phone holder, such as a mobile phone holder on an electric vehicle, a built-in mobile phone holder in a car, etc., and is fixed to one end of the telescopic rod 100 by a detachable connection; the other end of the telescopic rod 100 is detachably connected to a multi-functional fork head 200 by welding or threading, etc. The multi-functional fork head 200 adopts, but not limited to, V-shaped, C-shaped, etc., fork heads, and the waterproof camera 230 is set in the middle of the multi-functional fork head 200 (the waterproof camera 230 is located on the central axis of the multi-functional fork head 200).

[0029] Furthermore, the meter reader sets up the mobile phone on the card connector 110 and electrically connects the phone to the waterproof camera 230 (USB cable, data cable, etc. are all acceptable). Adjusting the length of the telescopic rod 100 according to the depth of the water meter well, one end of the telescopic rod 100 with the multi-functional fork 200 is inserted into the water meter well. The multi-functional fork 200 is used to flip the water meter cover backward and open it. The waterproof camera 230 is then aimed at the water meter. The meter reader controls the mobile phone to adjust the focus and take pictures of the waterproof camera 230. Once a clear picture is obtained, the meter reader can view the water meter parameters on the mobile phone. After the meter reading is completed, the multi-functional fork 200 is used to flip the water meter cover back onto the water meter.

[0030] The technical solution adopted in this application for a water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply can achieve the following beneficial effects:

[0031] 1. By setting up a waterproof camera 230 and electrically connecting it to a mobile phone, the problem of meter readers being unable to see the numbers due to environmental factors or their own eyesight being affected is solved, which leads to errors in the parameters exceeding the standard.

[0032] 2. By setting up the card connector 110, the mobile phone can be detachably mounted on the card connector 110, which solves the problem of difficulty in single-person operation and the difficulty in completing other operations due to occupying both hands. At the same time, it solves the problem of easy shaking during single-handed operation, which makes it difficult to take pictures and open (close) the watch cover.

[0033] Based on the above scheme, the multi-functional fork head 200 is a U-shaped fork head 210, and a V-shaped hook 220 is provided on one side of the U-shaped fork head 210. The V-shaped hook 220 is used to open the water meter cover.

[0034] The multi-functional fork 200 is a U-shaped fork 210. It can be welded or detachably connected to both sides of one end of the telescopic rod 100 using two Z-shaped steel bars or steel strips to form a U-shape. Alternatively, it can be bent into a U-shape and directly set at one end of the telescopic rod 100. To facilitate the subsequent description of the connection between one end of the U-shaped fork 210 and the telescopic rod 100, the other end is divided into a first end and a second end of the U-shaped fork 210. A V-shaped hook 220 is set at either the first end or the second end of the U-shaped fork 210, with the V-shaped hook 220 located at the end furthest from the telescopic rod 100. Different models of V-shaped hooks 220 are set according to the shape of the water meter cover. The cross-sectional size of the U-shaped fork 210 is relatively large. When the water meter cover is closed on the water meter, it is difficult to open the water meter cover using the U-shaped fork 210. By setting a V-shaped hook 220 with a size much smaller than the U-shaped fork 210, the water meter cover can be opened more quickly, making the operation simpler and more convenient.

[0035] In a preferred embodiment of this application, a scraper 260 is provided at one end of the U-shaped fork head 210. The scraper 260 is used to clean the mud on the water meter. Specifically, the scraper 260 is made of, but is not limited to, iron sheet, hardwood board, hard plastic board, rubber board, etc. Since the water meter is installed underground, silt easily remains on the surface and cover of the water meter under the scouring of water, making it impossible to observe the water meter parameters. By using the scraper 260 to scrape away the silt, the silt on the water meter is removed, making observation more convenient. Preferably, the scraper 260 is detachably connected to the U-shaped fork head 210. Both the first end and the second end of the U-shaped fork head 210 are internal or external threads, and one end of the scraper 260 is provided with a matching external or internal thread. The scraper 260 is detachably connected by rotation. On the first or second end of the U-shaped fork 210, different types of scrapers 260 are rotated according to the amount of silt on the water meter. For example, a rubber plate is used for silt, and a plastic plate is used for dry mud. The detachable method is not limited to the threaded connection mentioned above. Clamps, straps, bolts, etc. can also be used. The detachable method makes cleaning more convenient, and the use of different scrapers 260 reduces the damage of the scrapers 260 to the water meter.

[0036] In another embodiment of this application, a cleaning component 270 is provided at the other end of the U-shaped fork 210. The cleaning component 270 is used to wipe the water meter, and the cleaning component 270 is detachably connected to the U-shaped fork 210. The cleaning component 270 is made of, but is not limited to, sponge, cotton cloth, cotton linen, etc. The cleaning component 270 is set on the second end or the first end of the U-shaped fork 210. First, the scraper 260 is used to perform preliminary cleaning of the water meter, and then the cleaning component 270 is used to wipe it, making observation or photography clearer. Similarly, a cylindrical shell or the like is used to gather the cleaning component and detachably set on the second end or the first end of the U-shaped fork 210. The detachable method is the same as that of the scraper 260. It is connected in the same way as the scraper 260, making the connection between the scraper 260 and the cleaning component 270 more convenient. It is not limited by the installation position; it can be connected to either the second end or the first end of the U-shaped fork 210, making the operation simpler.

[0037] Based on the above solution, the bottom of the water meter well is relatively dark. Therefore, the waterproof camera 230 is also equipped with an illumination element 250, and the illumination direction of the illumination element 250 is parallel to the extension direction of the waterproof camera 230.

[0038] The lighting element 250, using LED strips, small spotlights, etc., is positioned around or directly around the waterproof camera 230. A power source is located at the end of the lighting element 250 closest to the telescopic rod 100, using, but not limited to, rechargeable batteries or button batteries. This power source is fixed and protected to the lighting element 250 via a housing. The switch for the lighting element 250 can be electrically connected to a mobile phone along with the waterproof camera 230, or it can be manually activated when the telescopic rod 100 is extended into the well. By using the lighting element 250, the water meter well and water meter are illuminated, solving the problem of dark water meter images and difficulty in identifying parameters caused by water meter saturation.

[0039] In a preferred embodiment of this application, a wire 240 is provided at one end of the waterproof camera 230 near the latching member 110. The other end of the wire 240 extends into the telescopic rod 100 and protrudes from the latching member 110, and is electrically connected to the mobile phone. By extending the wire 240 into the telescopic rod 100, the problem of the exposed wire 240 being easily damaged by scratches or tangles is solved. At the same time, the wire 240 is reduced from obstructing the meter reader's view, thereby solving the problem of increased operation difficulty due to the swaying of the wire 240.

[0040] Furthermore, a spring is provided on the wire 240 inside the telescopic rod 100, the wire 240 is fixedly connected to the spring, and the wire 240 is spirally wound around the spring.

[0041] The wire 240 is connected to the spring via a spiral winding. When the telescopic rod 100 extends, the wire 240 extends under the influence of the waterproof camera 230, thus stretching the spring. Conversely, when the telescopic rod 100 retracts, the spring contracts, causing the wire 240 to return to its original shape and spirally wind around the spring, making operation simpler and more convenient. Furthermore, to prevent the connection between the wire 240 and the phone or waterproof camera 230 from becoming loose when the wire 240 is stretched, the wire 240 can be fixedly connected to the telescopic rod 100, and its exposed length can be connected to both the phone and the waterproof camera 230. The length of the exposed portion of the wire 240 is not affected by its extension or retraction within the telescopic rod 100.

[0042] The above embodiments merely illustrate several implementation methods of this application, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the patent application. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this application, and these all fall within the protection scope of this application. Therefore, the protection scope of this patent application should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply, characterized in that, include: A telescopic rod, one end of which is provided with a snap-fit ​​component for securing a mobile phone; A multi-functional fork head is provided at the end of the telescopic rod away from the snap-fit ​​member, and is used to flip the water meter cover; and A waterproof camera is disposed at the end of the telescopic rod away from the latching member and extends out of the multi-functional fork head. The waterproof camera is electrically connected to the mobile phone and is detachably connected to the latching member.

2. The water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The multi-functional fork head is a U-shaped fork head, and a V-shaped hook is provided on one side of the U-shaped fork head. The V-shaped hook is used to open the water meter cover.

3. The water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply as described in claim 2, characterized in that, One end of the U-shaped fork is equipped with a scraper, which is used to clean the mud off the water meter.

4. The water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The scraper is detachably connected to the U-shaped fork.

5. The water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The other end of the U-shaped fork is provided with a cleaning component, which is used to wipe the water meter.

6. The water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The cleaning component is detachably connected to the U-shaped fork head.

7. The water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The waterproof camera is also equipped with an illumination element, the illumination direction of which is parallel to the extension direction of the waterproof camera.

8. The water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The waterproof camera has a wire at one end near the connector, and the other end of the wire extends into the telescopic rod and out of the connector, and is electrically connected to the mobile phone.

9. The water meter reading device for urban and rural water supply as described in claim 8, characterized in that, A spring is provided on the conductor inside the telescopic rod. The conductor is fixedly connected to the spring, and the conductor is spirally wound around the spring.

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