Railway intelligent edge node device

The railway intelligent edge node device enables intelligent monitoring and alarm linkage of railway equipment rooms, solving the problems of inaccurate fault location and untimely maintenance in existing technologies, improving maintenance efficiency and reducing equipment power consumption.

CN224348926UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-12JIANGSU QITAI IOT TECH CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
JIANGSU QITAI IOT TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-04-28
Publication Date
2026-06-12

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Technical Problem

In the maintenance of existing railway machine rooms, especially those in mountainous areas and tunnels, insufficient investment in construction costs and a lack of maintenance personnel have led to inaccurate fault location and untimely risk warnings, increasing the waste of human and material resources and the risks to train operation.

Method used

Design a railway intelligent edge node device that connects to external monitoring equipment via a communication circuit breaker to achieve 24-hour video monitoring, personnel intrusion monitoring, and alarm linkage. Combined with intelligent video monitoring, it enables remote inspection and real-time intercom, thereby improving operation and maintenance efficiency.

Benefits of technology

It enables 24/7 uninterrupted monitoring and alarm linkage of railway equipment rooms, improving operation and maintenance efficiency, reducing equipment power consumption, and supporting remote operation and real-time communication.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of railway intelligent edge node device, including central equipment and external device;The external device includes audible and visual alarm device, protective door access unit, camera and several tunnel special lighting equipment;The central equipment includes main control panel, first communication device breaker switch, second communication device breaker switch, case access, ethernet switch and power module, wherein, main control panel is directly connected case access and protective door access unit by switch quantity, and main control panel is connected audible and visual alarm device, first communication device breaker switch, second communication device breaker switch respectively by RS485 interface, and main control panel is connected ethernet switch by network cable;The first communication device breaker switch is connected camera by ethernet switch, and second communication device breaker switch connects several tunnel special lighting equipment.The utility model can realize the video monitoring of 24 hours uninterrupted in place, personnel intrusion monitoring and alarm linkage, to improve operation efficiency.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of digital railway intelligent communication equipment, specifically a railway intelligent edge node device. Background Technology

[0002] For long-distance railways, railway equipment and facilities must operate 24 hours a day to ensure train safety, which puts pressure on daily maintenance. While current equipment room operation and maintenance management adopts an unmanned on-site model, and key equipment rooms are managed through power and environmental systems, equipment rooms in mountainous areas, tunnels, and especially repeater stations along the route face challenges due to insufficient construction costs, limited maintenance personnel, and the unique operating environment of railways. During daily maintenance, the various unknowns arising from the on-site environment prevent maintenance personnel from accurately and intuitively locating faults, analyzing root causes, and providing timely and accurate risk warnings. This necessitates frequent on-site inspections, resulting in a significant waste of manpower and resources, increasing maintenance costs and operational risks. Utility Model Content

[0003] To address the problems of existing technologies, this invention provides a railway intelligent edge node device. Connected to external monitoring equipment via two communication circuit breakers, it enables 24 / 7 uninterrupted video surveillance, intrusion monitoring, and alarm linkage. Upon detecting operational faults or abnormal environments, it immediately notifies maintenance personnel. Maintenance staff can remotely inspect, configure, and operate the equipment room facilities through the intelligent video surveillance system, and also conduct real-time communication with on-site personnel, thereby improving maintenance efficiency.

[0004] This utility model provides a railway intelligent edge node device, including central equipment and external equipment. The external equipment includes an audible and visual alarm device, a protective door access control unit, a camera, and several tunnel-specific lighting devices. The central equipment includes a main control board, a first communication circuit breaker, a second communication circuit breaker, a chassis access control unit, an Ethernet switch, and a power module. The main control board is directly connected to the chassis access control unit and the protective door access control unit via a switch. The main control board is connected to the audible and visual alarm device, the first communication circuit breaker, and the second communication circuit breaker via an RS485 interface. The main control board is connected to the Ethernet switch via a network cable. The first communication circuit breaker is connected to the camera via the Ethernet switch, and the second communication circuit breaker is connected to several tunnel-specific lighting devices. The power module's input terminal is connected to an external power source via a power filter, and its output terminal is connected to the main control board, the first communication circuit breaker, and the second communication circuit breaker.

[0005] Further improvements include a PoE Ethernet switch with at least one optical interface and eight electrical interfaces.

[0006] In a further improvement, the power filter inputs 220V / AC to the power module.

[0007] In a further improvement, the power module outputs 12V / DC to the main control board.

[0008] In a further improvement, the power module outputs 48V / DC to the first communicator circuit breaker and the Ethernet switch.

[0009] In a further improvement, the power module outputs 220V / AC to the second communication circuit breaker and the tunnel-specific lighting equipment.

[0010] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0011] 1. By connecting external monitoring equipment through two communication circuit breakers, 24-hour uninterrupted video monitoring, personnel intrusion monitoring, and alarm linkage can be achieved. If operational faults or abnormal environments are detected, the operation and maintenance personnel will be notified immediately. The operation and maintenance personnel can remotely inspect, set up, and operate the data center facilities through the intelligent video monitoring set up by the intelligent edge system. They can also conduct real-time intercom with on-site personnel, thereby improving operation and maintenance efficiency.

[0012] 2. By rationally controlling the output power through the power module, the overall power consumption of the device can be reduced. Attached Figure Description

[0013] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structural modules of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 A schematic diagram showing the connection between the control center and external devices via central equipment;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the networking method of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0017] 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 scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0018] The structure of this utility model is as follows: Figure 1 As shown, this utility model provides a railway intelligent edge node device, including central equipment and external equipment. The external equipment includes an audible and visual alarm device, a protective door access control unit, a camera, and several tunnel-specific lighting devices. The central equipment includes a main control board, a first communication circuit breaker, a second communication circuit breaker, a chassis access control unit, an Ethernet switch, and a power module. The main control board is directly connected to the chassis access control unit and the protective door access control unit via a switch. The main control board is connected to the audible and visual alarm device, the first communication circuit breaker, and the second communication circuit breaker via RS485 interfaces. The main control board is connected to the Ethernet switch via a network cable. The first communication circuit breaker is connected to the camera via the Ethernet switch, and the second communication circuit breaker is connected to several tunnel-specific lighting devices. The power module's input end is connected to an external power supply via a power filter, and its output end is connected to the main control board, the first communication circuit breaker, and the second communication circuit breaker. The Ethernet switch is a PoE Ethernet switch, with at least one optical interface and eight electrical interfaces.

[0019] The power module input / output control of this utility model is as follows: the power filter inputs 220V / AC to the power module. The power module outputs 12V / DC to the main control board. The power module outputs 48V / DC to the first communication circuit breaker and the Ethernet switch. The power module outputs 220V / AC to the second communication circuit breaker and the tunnel-specific lighting equipment.

[0020] The control center connects to external devices such as central equipment. Figure 2 As shown, the main equipment provides power, a main control board, and communication interfaces for the system. Cameras, audible and visual alarm devices, tunnel-specific lighting, and access control units are external sensors providing functions such as external environment sensing and alarm linkage. The operation and maintenance center monitors the system status in real time.

[0021] When the access control unit of the protective door alarms, the camera is activated to capture and record images, the tunnel lighting is turned on, and the audible and visual alarm system is activated. When the protective door alarm is resolved, the tunnel lighting is automatically turned off, and the audible and visual alarm system returns to a silent state.

[0022] After the camera reports motion detection, the tunnel lighting is activated, and the audible and visual alarm system flashes. Upon restoration, the tunnel lighting automatically turns off, and the audible and visual alarm system returns to silent mode.

[0023] This system enables intelligent monitoring of tunnel interiors, real-time alarm reporting, intelligent linkage with sensors for physical alarms, and remote intercom. The system status can be remotely monitored in real-time through the operation and maintenance center. The center and system use Ethernet signal transmission, which leverages the convenience of Ethernet cabling and its high interface versatility. Combined with a transmission network, it allows for long-distance transmission, solving scenarios such as low-cost monitoring of tunnel interior protective doors and equipment status, real-time monitoring of personnel inside the tunnel, and rapid communication.

[0024] ① Intelligent monitoring: It uses intelligent cameras with intelligent alarm linkage function in operation center, which can alarm for intrusion and drive away intruders by voice.

[0025] ② Remote support for tunnel chambers: Tunnel lighting can supplement the lighting in tunnel chambers, and the operation center can conduct voice communication with the tunnel to provide remote support;

[0026] ③ Modular design reduces costs and facilitates mass production.

[0027] The networking connection method of this utility model is as follows: Figure 3 As shown, it supports multiple connection methods.

[0028] Connection method 1: Direct connection via fiber optic cable;

[0029] Connection method 2: Down-mount connection of repeater remote unit;

[0030] Connection method 3: Multi-system chain connection.

[0031] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably. Each embodiment focuses on its differences from other embodiments. In particular, for the device embodiments, the above descriptions are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model. Since they are fundamentally similar to the method embodiments, the descriptions are relatively simple; relevant parts can be referred to the descriptions of the method embodiments. The above descriptions are merely specific embodiments of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in this utility model, without departing from the principle of this utility model, should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A railway intelligent edge node device, characterized in that: The system includes central equipment and external equipment. The external equipment includes audible and visual alarm devices, a protective door access control unit, a camera, and several tunnel-specific lighting devices. The central equipment includes a main control board, a first communication circuit breaker, a second communication circuit breaker, a chassis access control system, an Ethernet switch, and a power module. The main control board is connected to the chassis access control system and the protective door access control unit via switch signals. The main control board is connected to the audible and visual alarm devices, the first communication circuit breaker, and the second communication circuit breaker via RS485 interfaces. The main control board is also connected to the Ethernet switch via a network cable. The first communication circuit breaker is connected to the camera via the Ethernet switch, and the second communication circuit breaker is connected to several tunnel-specific lighting devices. The power module's input is connected to an external power source via a power filter, and its output is connected to the main control board, the first communication circuit breaker, and the second communication circuit breaker.

2. The railway intelligent edge node device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The Ethernet switch is a PoE Ethernet switch, with at least one optical interface and eight electrical interfaces.

3. The railway intelligent edge node device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power filter supplies 220V / AC to the power module.

4. The railway intelligent edge node device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power module outputs 12V / DC to the main control board.

5. The railway intelligent edge node device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power module outputs 48V / DC to the first communicator circuit breaker and the Ethernet switch.

6. The railway intelligent edge node device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The power module outputs 220V / AC to the second communication circuit breaker and the tunnel-specific lighting equipment.