Multifunctional water surface unmanned ship
By designing a retractable, same-point detection and acquisition structure and a multi-gradient automatic sampling and rinsing structure, the problems of easy damage and cross-contamination of unmanned surface vessel (USV) acquisition devices were solved, achieving efficient and high-precision acquisition of water quality data and samples from the same source, thus improving the sampling quality and detection accuracy of USVs.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- QINGDAO JUNYANG TECHNOLOGY CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-16
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
AI Technical Summary
The existing unmanned surface vessel's bottom-mounted data collection device structure is difficult to maintain and easily damaged. Furthermore, the device has a high collision damage rate during underwater travel and when moving ashore. Residual pollutants in the sampling pipeline form biofilms, leading to cross-contamination of samples. Inconsistent detection and sample collection locations between water quality sensors and the sample collection location result in discrepancies between the detection data and the water sample source location, affecting sample quality and data validity.
The design incorporates a retractable, same-point detection and acquisition structure, a multi-gradient, high-efficiency automatic sampling and rinsing structure, and an impact-resistant acquisition and protection structure. It achieves co-source acquisition of water quality data and samples through a robotic arm and an electric telescopic boom. A transparent impact-resistant cover protects the sensor and pump, and a backwashing structure removes residual microorganisms, ensuring that the data and water sample are from the same source.
It achieves efficient and high-precision automatic sampling and detection, prevents device damage, ensures that data and water samples are collected from the same source, avoids cross-contamination, and improves sampling quality and detection accuracy.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of unmanned surface vessel technology, specifically to a multifunctional unmanned surface vessel. Background Technology
[0002] Water quality detection and water sampling play a crucial role in water environment monitoring, ecological research, and pollution source tracing, and their accuracy directly impacts the scientific validity of water resource management decisions. Existing unmanned surface vessels (USVs), with their advantages of flexibility, maneuverability, and low operating costs, are widely used for in-situ water quality monitoring and sample collection in rivers, lakes, and reservoirs, gradually replacing traditional manual sampling methods. However, current USV technology still has the following shortcomings:
[0003] 1. The structure of the bottom-fixed data collection device is not only difficult to maintain, but also has a high rate of collision damage when the device travels underwater with the ship and when it is moved ashore.
[0004] 2. Residual contaminants in the sampling tubing form biofilms, causing cross-contamination of samples and exceeding the standard concentration of residual microorganisms, thus affecting sample quality;
[0005] 3. The inability to unify the detection and sample collection locations of water quality sensors leads to discrepancies between the detection data and the source location of the water sample, resulting in low representativeness of the data. Utility Model Content
[0006] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a multi-functional unmanned surface vessel, which achieves data and water sample collection from the same source and effective protection of efficient and high-precision automatic sampling and detection equipment through the design of a retractable same-point detection and collection structure, a multi-division high-efficiency automatic sampling and flushing structure, and an impact-resistant collection and protection structure.
[0007] This multi-functional unmanned surface vessel (USV) includes a dual-buoy hull, a controller compartment, a thruster, and a wireless communication antenna. The controller compartment is located in the center of the dual-buoy hull, the thruster is located at the stern of the dual-buoy hull, and the wireless communication antenna is located at the rear of the dual-buoy hull. A data acquisition device is fixed on the controller compartment. The data acquisition device includes a backwash tank mounted on top of the controller compartment and a platform connected to the front of the controller compartment via a bracket. The platform is equipped with a ring-shaped bottle holder, a stepper motor cover, a robotic arm, a multi-section electric telescopic boom, and a data acquisition mechanism. The ring-shaped bottle holder is rotatably mounted on the platform. Several sampling bottles are detachably mounted on the annular bottle platform; the stepper motor cover is installed in the center of the platform, and the output shaft of the stepper motor mounted on the stepper motor cover is connected to the inner edge of the annular bottle platform through a lateral connecting rod; the robotic arm is installed on the top of the stepper motor cover, and the robotic arm includes a main connecting arm and telescopic cylinders hinged to both sides of the main connecting arm. The front end of the main connecting arm is connected to the upper end of the multi-section electric telescopic boom body through a hinge, and the front end of the telescopic cylinder is hinged to the lower part of the multi-section electric telescopic boom body; a collection mechanism for collecting water quality data and water samples is installed at the lower end of the multi-section electric telescopic boom.
[0008] Furthermore, the acquisition mechanism includes a frame, a water quality sensor probe mounted on the frame for acquiring water quality signals, a sampling pump for acquiring water samples, and a hub for bundling the signal / power supply harness of the water quality sensor probe and the sampling tube at the rear end of the sampling pump.
[0009] Furthermore, the frame is fixed to the lower end of the multi-section electric telescopic boom, the water quality sensor probe and sampling pump are installed at the front end of the frame, and the hub is installed at the rear end of the frame.
[0010] Furthermore, the front end of the frame is provided with a transparent shockproof cover for shielding and protecting the water quality sensor probe and the sampling pump. The shockproof cover is spindle-shaped.
[0011] Furthermore, a liquid injection nozzle is installed on the platform, with the upper end of the liquid injection nozzle extending above the outermost sampling bottle of the annular bottle platform, and the lower end of the liquid injection nozzle connected to the sampling tube and the backflushing water tank via a T-fitting.
[0012] Furthermore, the backwash tank is connected to the lower end of the tee fitting at the bottom of the injection faucet via a flushing pipeline and a one-way valve.
[0013] This utility model discloses a multifunctional unmanned surface vessel, which achieves data and water sample collection from the same source and provides effective protection for efficient and high-precision automatic sampling and detection equipment through the design of a retractable same-point detection and collection structure, a multi-division high-efficiency automatic sampling and flushing structure, and an impact-resistant collection and protection structure. Attached Figure Description
[0014] The following description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, further illustrates a multifunctional unmanned surface vessel of this invention:
[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this multi-functional unmanned surface vessel;
[0016] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of the data collection mechanism described in this multi-functional unmanned surface vessel.
[0017] In the picture:
[0018] 1-Dual float hull, 2-Controller compartment, 3-Thruster, 4-Wireless communication antenna;
[0019] 50-Platform, 51-Backwash water tank, 52-Annular bottle platform, 53-Stepper motor cover, 54-Robotic arm, 55-Multi-section electric telescopic boom, 56-Collection mechanism;
[0020] 501-Bracket, 502-Injection tap, 503-Tee fitting, 504-Check valve, 511-Flushing pipeline, 521-Sampling bottle, 531-Side linkage, 541-Main connecting arm, 542-Telescopic cylinder, 543-Hinge, 560-Frame, 561-Water quality sensor probe, 562-Sampling pump, 563-Signal / power supply harness, 564-Sampling tube, 565-Hub, 566-Impact shield. Detailed Implementation
[0021] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0022] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "left", "right", "front", "rear", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.
[0023] The present invention will be further described below with specific embodiments, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments.
[0024] Implementation method 1: such as Figure 1As shown, this multi-functional unmanned surface vessel includes a dual-buoy hull 1, a controller compartment 2, a thruster 3, and a wireless communication antenna 4. The controller compartment 2 is located in the center of the dual-buoy hull 1, the thruster 3 is located at the stern of the dual-buoy hull 1, and the wireless communication antenna 4 is located at the rear of the dual-buoy hull 1. A data acquisition device is fixed on the controller compartment 2. The data acquisition device includes a backwash water tank 51 mounted on the top of the controller compartment 2 and a platform 50 connected to the front of the controller compartment 2 via a bracket 501. The platform 50 is equipped with an annular bottle platform 52, a stepper motor cover 53, a robotic arm 54, a multi-section electric telescopic boom 55, and a data acquisition mechanism 56. The annular bottle platform 52 is rotatably mounted on the platform 50. Several sampling bottles 521 are detachably mounted on the platform 52; the stepper motor cover 53 is mounted in the center of the platform 50, and the output shaft of the stepper motor mounted on the stepper motor cover 53 is connected to the inner edge of the annular bottle platform 52 through a lateral connecting rod 531; the robotic arm 54 is mounted on the top of the stepper motor cover 53, and the robotic arm 54 includes a main connecting arm 541 and telescopic cylinders 542 hinged on both sides of the main connecting arm 541. The front end of the main connecting arm 541 is connected to the upper end of the multi-section electric telescopic boom 55 body through a hinge 543, and the front end of the telescopic cylinder 542 is hinged to the lower part of the multi-section electric telescopic boom 55 body; a collection mechanism 56 for collecting water quality data and water samples is installed at the lower end of the multi-section electric telescopic boom 55. The robotic arm-boom combination deploys and lowers to vertically lift and lower the collection mechanism 56 into the water for water quality detection and sampling. The telescopic cylinder 542 locks the boom's posture to ensure stable collection. The stepper motor drives the annular bottle platform 52 to automatically rotate 12 steps, switching between 6 sampling bottles while leaving a pause between bottles in between each switch for backflushing disinfectant to rinse the sampling path. This allows for the collection of multiple water samples from different areas and depths in a single entry, improving the efficiency of operations in complex waters. After detection and sampling are completed, the boom can be raised and retracted via the telescopic cylinder 542 to remove the collection mechanism 56 from the water, avoiding the risk of collision between the fixed structure on the bottom of the vessel and the shore.
[0025] Implementation method 2: such as Figure 2 As shown, the data acquisition mechanism 56 of this multi-functional unmanned surface vessel includes a frame 560, a water quality sensor probe 561 mounted on the frame 560 for acquiring water quality signals, a sampling pump 562 for collecting water samples, and a hub 565 for aggregating the signal / power supply harness 563 of the water quality sensor probe 561 and the sampling tube 564 at the rear end of the sampling pump 562. The submersible pump 562 directly draws water underwater; the hub 565 avoids tangling and pulling of the tubing, preventing the interface from breaking; the probe 561 and the pump outlet 562 are in the same position to ensure that the data and water sample originate from the same source. The remaining structures and components are as described in Embodiment 1 and will not be described again.
[0026] Implementation method 3: such as Figure 2As shown, the frame 560 of this multi-functional unmanned surface vessel is fixed to the lower end of a multi-section electric telescopic boom 55. The water quality sensor probe 561 and sampling pump 562 are mounted at the front end of the frame 560, and the hub 565 is mounted at the rear end of the frame 560. The compact juxtaposition of the probe and pump reduces the impact torque of the water flow. The front end of the frame 560 is provided with a transparent shockproof cover 566 for shielding and protecting the water quality sensor probe 561 and sampling pump 562. The shockproof cover 566 is spindle-shaped. The spindle-shaped cover 566 diverts the high-speed water flow to reduce the pressure on the probe and pump. The inner and outer surfaces of the cover are coated with a hydrophobic coating to prevent microbial adhesion. The remaining structures and components are as described in Embodiment 1 and will not be described again.
[0027] Implementation method 4: such as Figure 1 As shown, the multi-functional unmanned surface vessel (USV) is equipped with a liquid injection nozzle 502 on its platform 50. The upper end of the nozzle 502 extends above the outermost sampling bottle 521 of the annular bottle platform 52. The lower end of the nozzle 502 is connected to the sampling tube 564 and the backflushing water tank 51 via a T-joint 503. The T-joint 503 isolates the sampling and backflushing pathways, preventing cross-contamination. The nozzle 502 positions the outermost sampling bottle, and in conjunction with the rotation of the annular bottle platform, it enables unattended sequential sampling of six bottles, improving efficiency. The backflushing water tank 51 is connected to the lower interface of the T-joint 503 at the bottom of the nozzle 502 via a flushing pipe 511 and a one-way valve 504. After each sampling, a stepper motor drives the annular bottle platform to rotate to the inter-bottle position. Disinfectant, driven by the backflush tank pump, is injected through a one-way valve 504 into the sampling tube and injection faucet for backflush cleaning, thoroughly removing residual microorganisms and ensuring the validity of the next sample. Simultaneously, the sampling pump reverses direction, discharging the backflush liquid from the probe area to clean the sensor surface and maintain detection accuracy. The remaining structures and components are as described in Embodiment 1 and will not be repeated.
[0028] During operation: In the initial navigation phase, the unmanned surface vessel (USV) is remotely started by the shore-based control center. The thruster 3 drives the dual-buoy hull 1 to the target water area, and the wireless communication antenna 4 transmits positioning data back in real time. Upon arrival at the sampling point, the control system triggers the acquisition program. The telescopic cylinder 542 of the robotic arm 54 extends, pushing the multi-section electric telescopic boom 55 from a horizontal retracted state to a vertical state. The boom 55 extends section by section, driving the end-of-line acquisition mechanism 56 to descend into the water, and the shock shield 566 diverts the impact water flow. The water quality sensor probe 561 monitors water quality parameters such as pH and turbidity in real time, and the data is transmitted to the controller compartment 2 via the hub 565. The sampling pump 562 starts synchronously, extracting water samples from the same location as the probe and transporting them through the sampling tube 564. The water sample is injected into the current sampling bottle 521 on the annular bottle platform 52 via the liquid injection tap 502. After single-point sampling is completed, the stepper motor drives the annular bottle platform 52 to rotate 30° 1 / 12 division 30° to the bottle rinsing position; the three-way connector 503 switches the passage, and the disinfectant in the backwash tank 51 is injected in reverse through the one-way valve 504 into the sampling tube 564 and the injection tap 502; after rinsing for 10 seconds, the boom 55 extends and retracts to switch the sampling depth or form to the next sampling site, repeating steps 2-4 until sampling at 6 depths or sites is completed. After sampling is completed, the collection mechanism 56 rises to the water surface, the telescopic cylinder 542 retracts and pulls the boom 55 to fold horizontally; the robotic arm 54 swings back to the front of the platform 50 and locks, and the thruster 3 drives the unmanned boat to return to shore, with the folding mechanism avoiding obstacles when landing.
[0029] This multi-functional unmanned surface vessel, through the design of the aforementioned retractable same-point detection and acquisition structure, multi-division high-efficiency automatic sampling and flushing structure, and impact-resistant acquisition and protection structure, achieves data and water sample acquisition from the same source, and effectively protects the high-efficiency and high-precision automatic sampling and detection and acquisition equipment.
[0030] The above description illustrates the main features, basic principles, and advantages of this utility model. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this utility model is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments or examples described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or basic characteristics of this utility model. Therefore, the above embodiments or examples should be considered exemplary and not restrictive. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description, and therefore all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this utility model. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.
[0031] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.
Claims
1. A multi-functional unmanned surface vessel, characterized by: The system includes a dual-buoy hull (1), a controller compartment (2), a thruster (3), and a wireless communication antenna (4). The controller compartment (2) is located in the center of the dual-buoy hull (1), the thruster (3) is located at the stern of the dual-buoy hull (1), and the wireless communication antenna (4) is located at the rear of the dual-buoy hull (1). A data acquisition device is fixed on the controller compartment (2). The data collection device includes a backwash water tank (51) installed on the top of the controller compartment (2) and a platform (50) connected to the front side of the controller compartment (2) via a bracket (501); the platform (50) is provided with an annular bottle platform (52), a stepper motor cover (53), a robotic arm (54), a multi-section electric telescopic boom (55), and a data collection mechanism (56); The annular bottle platform (52) is rotatably mounted on the platform (50), and several sampling bottles (521) are detachably mounted on the annular bottle platform (52); the stepper motor cover (53) is mounted in the center of the platform (50), and the stepper motor output shaft mounted on the stepper motor cover (53) is connected to the inner edge of the annular bottle platform (52) through a lateral connecting rod (531); the robotic arm (54) is mounted on the top of the stepper motor cover (53), and the robotic arm ( 54) Includes a main connecting arm (541) and telescopic cylinders (542) hinged on both sides of the main connecting arm (541). The front end of the main connecting arm (541) is connected to the upper end of the multi-section electric telescopic boom (55) body through a hinge (543). The front end of the telescopic cylinder (542) is hinged to the lower part of the multi-section electric telescopic boom (55) body. The lower end of the multi-section electric telescopic boom (55) is equipped with a collection mechanism (56) for collecting water quality data and water samples.
2. The multi-functional unmanned surface vessel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The acquisition mechanism (56) includes a frame (560), a water quality sensor probe (561) mounted on the frame (560) for acquiring water quality signals, a sampling pump (562) for acquiring water samples, and a hub (565) for bundling the signal / power supply harness (563) of the water quality sensor probe (561) and the sampling tube (564) at the rear end of the sampling pump (562).
3. The multi-functional unmanned surface vessel according to claim 2, characterized in that: The frame (560) is fixed to the lower end of the multi-section electric telescopic boom (55), the water quality sensor probe (561) and the sampling pump (562) are installed at the front end of the frame (560), and the hub (565) is installed at the rear end of the frame (560).
4. The multi-functional unmanned surface vessel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The front end of the frame (560) is provided with a transparent shockproof cover (566) for shielding and protecting the water quality sensor probe (561) and the sampling pump (562). The shockproof cover (566) is spindle-shaped.
5. The multi-functional unmanned surface vessel according to claim 4, characterized in that: A liquid injection nozzle (502) is installed on the platform (50). The upper end of the liquid injection nozzle (502) extends above the outermost sampling bottle (521) of the annular bottle platform (52). The lower end of the liquid injection nozzle (502) is connected to the sampling tube (564) and the backwash water tank (51) through a three-way fitting (503).
6. The multi-functional unmanned surface vessel according to claim 5, characterized in that: The backwash tank (51) is connected to the lower end interface of the tee fitting (503) at the bottom of the liquid injection faucet (502) via a flushing pipe (511) and a one-way valve (504).