A sonar array anti-biofouling protective net cover

Abstract

This utility model discloses a protective net cover for sonar arrays to prevent bioattachment, relating to the technical field of sonar array protective net covers. It includes a protective net cover body and a sonar array device. A motor is installed inside the protective net cover body; the motor is dual-headed, with one end connected to the sonar array device and a power supply mechanism, and the other end connected to a brush rod. The power supply mechanism is located at both ends of the bottom of the horizontally arrayed sonar array device. The brush rod is disposed on the inner side of the protective net cover body, and its length is adapted to the length of the protective net cover body. Arc-shaped cleaning plates are fixedly connected to both ends of the brush rod, with the outer surface of the cleaning plate contacting the inner surface of the protective net cover body. This utility model, by using a motor mounted on the protective net cover body to drive the rotation of the sonar array device during operation, increases the range of sonar detection, provides uniform detection, and prevents blind spots. Simultaneously, the rotation of the motor drives the rotation of the cleaning plate and the brush rod, effectively preventing the attachment of marine organisms.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of sonar array protective mesh cover technology, specifically a sonar array anti-bioattachment protective mesh cover. Background Technology

[0002] Sonar technology is a relatively mature detection technology for the seabed. It is used to detect obstacles on the seabed. Sonar technology can provide a relatively clear seabed model using sound waves in relatively murky seabeds, improving the efficiency of ocean navigation. However, the instruments used on the seabed are relatively expensive and need to be carefully protected to prevent damage. Long-term lack of protection and the attachment of a large number of marine organisms will greatly shorten the service life of these expensive marine instruments.

[0003] Currently, protective nets for marine equipment only protect them from impacts and cannot effectively prevent the attachment of marine life. For example, a protective net disclosed in CN208181384U includes a base and a net cover. The base has an open lower surface and several base through grooves on its side wall. Several net cover supports are provided on the upper surface of the base, and the net cover is fixed to the net cover supports. The net cover has an open lower surface and a detachable connecting shaft on its upper surface. Several net cover through grooves are provided on the side wall of the net cover. This utility model discloses a protective net that can block foreign objects from impacting the propeller, and it is also difficult for weeds or fishing nets to come into contact with the propeller or become entangled in it, thus ensuring the lifespan of the propeller and the safety of ship navigation. However, the protective net in this solution only provides real-time protection against impacts and cannot effectively prevent the attachment of marine life. The long-term attachment of a large number of marine organisms will negatively affect the lifespan of the protective net.

[0004] Therefore, in order to address the above problems, the applicant needs to design a sonar array anti-bioattachment protective net to solve the problem. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide a protective net for sonar arrays against bioattachment, in order to solve the problem of marine organisms attaching to protective nets mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a protective net cover for sonar arrays against bioattachment, comprising a protective net cover body and a sonar array device. A motor is installed inside the protective net cover body. The motor is double-headed, with one end connected to the sonar array device and a power supply mechanism, and the other end connected to a brush rod. The power supply mechanism is located at both ends of the bottom of the horizontally arrayed sonar array device. The brush rod is disposed on the inner side of the protective net cover body, and the length of the brush rod is adapted to the length of the protective net cover body. Arc-shaped cleaning plates are fixedly connected to both ends of the brush rod, and the outer side of the cleaning plate contacts the inner side of the protective net cover body.

[0007] Furthermore, the main body of the protective net cover is made of metal, and multiple extension rods are fixedly connected to the main body of the protective net cover. Telescopic rods are slidably connected inside the extension rods, and fixing holes are evenly opened on the telescopic rods.

[0008] Furthermore, multiple springs are evenly fitted on the main body of the protective net cover, and vibration plates are provided at the top and bottom of the springs, with the vibration plates on both sides pressed against the springs.

[0009] Furthermore, the protective mesh cover body is detachably fitted with multiple fixing rings, and the fixing rings are also fitted with buckles. The buckles are arc-shaped openings with mounting holes at their arc-shaped openings.

[0010] Furthermore, the multiple extension rods are arranged in a circular array about the center of the protective mesh cover body, and each extension rod is slidably connected to a telescopic rod.

[0011] Furthermore, the multiple latches are all the same size and shape, and the diameters of the mounting holes are all equal, which are designed to be used with universal bolts.

[0012] Furthermore, the fixing hole is designed for use with universal screws.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] 1. This utility model increases the range of sonar generation by driving the sonar array to rotate during operation through a motor installed on the main body of the protective net cover, thereby increasing the detection range, ensuring uniform detection, and preventing blind spots. At the same time, the rotation of the motor drives the cleaning plate and brush rod to rotate, effectively preventing marine organisms from attaching.

[0015] 2. By installing springs on the main body of the protective net and connecting the two ends of the springs to the baffles, the vibration force of the sonar array during use is converted into the vibration force of the main body of the protective net, and the vibration force is used to clean the marine organisms on the protective net.

[0016] 3. The protective netting can be installed on important equipment that needs protection by using the fixing rings and buckles on the main body of the netting. Alternatively, the fixing rings and buckles can be removed and the netting can be installed and fixed on larger equipment using the mounting holes on the extension rods and telescopic rods. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall three-dimensional structure of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the latch of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connection structure of the brush rod of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the fixing locking ring of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the vibration plate of this utility model.

[0022] In the diagram: 1. Main body of protective mesh cover; 2. Sonar array device; 3. Power supply mechanism; 4. Motor; 5. Brush rod; 6. Cleaning plate; 7. Extension rod; 8. Telescopic rod; 801. Fixing hole; 9. Spring; 10. Vibration plate; 11. Fixing lock ring; 12. Lock; 13. Mounting hole. Detailed Implementation

[0023] 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 protection scope of the present utility model.

[0024] like Figures 1-5 As shown, this utility model discloses a sonar array anti-bioattachment protective net cover, including a protective net cover body 1 and a sonar array device 2. A motor 4 is installed inside the protective net cover body 1. The motor 4 is double-headed, with one end connected to the sonar array device 2 and a power supply mechanism 3, and the other end connected to a brush rod 5. The power supply mechanism 3 is located at both ends of the bottom of the sonar array device 2, which is arranged in a horizontal array. The brush rod 5 is set on the inner side of the protective net cover body 1, and the length of the brush rod 5 is adapted to the length of the protective net cover body 1. Arc-shaped cleaning plates 6 are fixedly connected to both ends of the brush rod 5, and the outer side of the cleaning plate 6 contacts the inner side of the protective net cover body 1.

[0025] When the protective net cover body 1 is installed on an engine or other important equipment, the sonar array 2 emits sonar that can identify and detect obstacles on the seabed in real time. At the same time, the motor 4 can drive the rotation of the sonar array 2, increasing the application range of the sonar and cleaning marine attachments from the protective net cover body 1 itself.

[0026] The main body 1 of the protective net cover is made of metal. Multiple extension rods 7 are fixedly connected to the main body 1 of the protective net cover. Telescopic rods 8 are slidably connected inside the extension rods 7. Fixed holes 801 are evenly opened on the telescopic rods 8. Multiple fixing rings 11 are detachably fitted on the main body 1 of the protective net cover. Locking buckles 12 are also fitted on the fixing rings 11. The locking buckles 12 are arc-shaped openings, and mounting holes 13 are opened at their arc-shaped openings. The multiple extension rods 7 are arranged in a circular array about the center of the main body 1 of the protective net cover, and the telescopic rods 8 are slidably connected to the multiple extension rods 7.

[0027] Multiple latches 12 can be used to smoothly install the protective net cover body 1 onto important equipment that needs protection, or the fixing ring 11 can be disassembled and the fixing holes 801 on the extension rod 7 and telescopic rod 8 can be used to install it onto larger equipment.

[0028] Multiple springs 9 are evenly fitted on the main body 1 of the protective net cover. Vibration plates 10 are provided at the top and bottom of the springs 9, and the vibration plates 10 on both sides are pressed against the springs 9.

[0029] When the sonar array 2 is working, it will vibrate the spring 9. The force of the vibration of the spring 9 and the vibrating plate 10 will be used to clean the marine organisms attached to the protective net body 1.

[0030] The multiple latches 12 are all the same size and shape, and the mounting holes 13 are all the same diameter. The mounting holes 13 are for use with universal bolts, and the fixing holes 801 are for use with universal screws.

[0031] Working principle: First, the main body 1 of the protective net cover is installed on the hull or important underwater equipment (often installed on the ventilation mechanism or engine, etc.). Multiple buckles 12 can be used to fix it to the circular equipment.

[0032] The extension rod 7 and telescopic rod 8 can be used to extend the device and install it on a circular instrument with a larger diameter. After installation, the sonar array 2 can be used to detect the underwater environment (whether there are obstacles such as reefs or large marine creatures). Driven by the motor 4, the sonar array 2 can be rotated while emitting sonar technology, increasing the monitoring range (effectively avoiding blind spots).

[0033] The motor 4 can also drive the brush rod 5 and the cleaning plate 6 to rotate, cleaning the dendrobium or other marine organisms attached to the protective net body 1. At the same time, when the sonar array 2 emits sonar, it will cause the spring 9 to vibrate slightly, driving the vibration plates 10 at both ends to vibrate, cleaning the organisms attached to the protective net body 1.

[0034] Based on the above-described preferred embodiments of this utility model, and through the foregoing description, those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the technical concept of this utility model. The technical scope of this utility model is not limited to the contents of the specification, but must be determined according to the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A protective net cover for bioattachment of a sonar array, comprising a protective net cover body (1) and a sonar array device (2), wherein a motor (4) is installed inside the protective net cover body (1), the motor (4) is double-headed, one end of which is connected to the sonar array device (2) and a power supply mechanism (3), and the other end is connected to a brush rod (5), the power supply mechanism (3) is located at both ends of the bottom of the sonar array device (2) which is distributed in a horizontal array, the brush rod (5) is set on the inner side of the protective net cover body (1), and the length of the brush rod (5) is adapted to the length of the protective net cover body (1), and the two ends of the brush rod (5) are fixedly connected to an arc-shaped cleaning plate (6), the outer side of the cleaning plate (6) is in contact with the inner side of the protective net cover body (1).

2. A sonar array anti-biofouling protective net cover according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective net cover body (1) is made of metal. Multiple extension rods (7) are fixedly connected to the protective net cover body (1). Telescopic rods (8) are slidably connected inside the extension rods (7). Fixed holes (801) are evenly opened on the telescopic rods (8).

3. The sonar array anti-bioattachment protective netting according to claim 2, characterized in that: Multiple springs (9) are evenly fitted on the main body (1) of the protective net cover. Vibration plates (10) are provided at the top and bottom of the springs (9), and the vibration plates (10) on both sides are pressed against the springs (9).

4. The sonar array anti-bioattachment protective netting according to claim 3, characterized in that: The protective net cover body (1) is detachably fitted with multiple fixing rings (11), and the fixing rings (11) are also fitted with buckles (12). The buckles (12) are arc-shaped openings, and mounting holes (13) are provided at their arc-shaped openings.

5. A sonar array anti-bioattachment protective net cover according to claim 2, characterized in that: The multiple extension rods (7) are arranged in a circular array about the center of the protective net cover body (1), and telescopic rods (8) are slidably connected to the multiple extension rods (7).

6. A sonar array anti-bioattachment protective net cover according to claim 4, characterized in that: The multiple latches (12) are all the same size and shape, and the mounting holes (13) are all the same diameter. The mounting holes (13) are for use with universal bolts.

7. A sonar array anti-bioattachment protective net cover according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing hole (801) is for use with a universal screw.

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