Multifunctional internet of things electric energy meter

Abstract

The application relates to a multifunctional Internet of Things electric energy meter and relates to the field of Internet of Things electric energy meters. The multifunctional Internet of Things electric energy meter comprises an electric energy meter shell, the electric energy meter shell comprises a main shell and a back cover, the back cover is installed at the rear end surface of the main shell, the back cover is fixedly connected with the main shell, a receiving groove is formed in the front end surface of the main shell, a flip cover assembly for shielding the receiving groove is further installed on the front end surface of the main shell, one side of the flip cover assembly is rotationally connected with the main shell, and a plurality of multifunctional modules are installed in the receiving groove. The multifunctional Internet of Things electric energy meter is compactly matched among the main shell, the back cover and the flip cover assembly, so that the overall structure of the electric energy meter is stable, and the electric energy meter is convenient to install, maintain and overhaul. Through the arrangement of the multifunctional modules, the extension of multiple functions such as data acquisition, transmission and analysis can be realized, and the diversified demand of a modern electric power system for electric energy data is met. Meanwhile, the design of the heat dissipation frame and the heat dissipation holes can timely dissipate the internal heat.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of Internet of Things (IoT) energy meters, and in particular to a multifunctional IoT energy meter. Background Technology

[0002] With the accelerated development of smart grids, IoT-enabled electricity meters, as core terminals for power data collection and transmission, are widely used in residential communities, commercial buildings, and industrial parks. Traditional electricity meters mostly adopt a closed, fixed structure with a single metering chip integrated inside, capable of only performing basic power metering functions. This structure exposes several limitations when facing the diverse and real-time data demands of modern power systems.

[0003] Regarding the aforementioned technologies, it has been found that traditional electricity meters have limited functionality and cannot meet the data acquisition, analysis, and remote control requirements of smart grids. Their internal circuitry is compact and lacks modular expansion space; adding functions such as data communication and load monitoring would require replacing the entire circuit board or even the entire meter. Furthermore, the communication antennas of traditional electricity meters are mostly built-in and fixed, making signal reception significantly affected by factors such as installation location and wall obstructions.

[0004] In the maintenance and repair process, the enclosed casing of traditional electricity meters makes it difficult to disassemble internal components. Repairs require specialized tools to disassemble layer by layer, resulting in a long time for troubleshooting each time. Furthermore, the internal functional modules are tightly soldered to the main circuit, requiring specialized technicians for replacement, which increases maintenance costs. Utility Model Content

[0005] To achieve flexible installation and multifunctional use, this application provides a multifunctional Internet of Things (IoT) energy meter.

[0006] The multifunctional IoT energy meter provided in this application adopts the following technical solution: A multifunctional IoT energy meter includes an energy meter housing, which comprises a main housing and a back cover. The back cover is installed on the rear end face of the main housing and is fixedly connected to the main housing. A storage slot is provided on the front end face of the main housing, and a flip cover assembly for covering the storage slot is also installed on the front end face of the main housing. One side of the flip cover assembly is rotatably connected to the main housing. Several multifunctional modules are installed in the storage slot, and the multifunctional modules are inserted and fixed to the main housing.

[0007] By adopting the above technical solutions, the design of the main casing and back cover makes the structure of the electricity meter more stable, facilitating installation and maintenance. The back cover is fixedly connected to the main casing, effectively protecting the internal electronic components and preventing external dust and moisture from entering, thus extending the lifespan of the electricity meter. Simultaneously, a corresponding suspension component is provided on the rear end of the back cover for stable installation and use. A storage slot is provided on the front end of the main casing to ensure the multi-functional module can be stably inserted and installed in the electricity meter casing. This allows for the installation of different communication modules, achieving multi-functionality. Furthermore, the plug-in method enables quick disassembly and replacement. Once the multi-functional module is installed, the flip-top component can be closed to protect and shield the module.

[0008] Optionally, the lower end face of the back cover is provided with a plurality of wiring grooves, and wiring terminals are installed in the wiring grooves and are fixedly connected to the back cover.

[0009] By adopting the above technical solution, the wiring groove and terminals on the lower end face of the back cover facilitate the connection between the electricity meter and external circuits. The wiring groove helps to organize the wires, avoiding tangled wires and reducing safety hazards. The terminals are fixedly connected to the back cover, ensuring the stability and reliability of the connection and guaranteeing the normal transmission of electrical energy.

[0010] Optionally, the main housing is provided with a plurality of communication connectors for the installation of the multi-functional module. The communication connectors are fixedly connected to the main housing, and the storage slot is provided with a positioning slot for the communication connectors to extend out.

[0011] By adopting the above technical solution, the communication connector in the main housing and the positioning slot in the storage compartment facilitate the installation of the multi-functional module. The fixed connection between the communication connector and the main housing ensures stable signal transmission. The positioning slot allows the communication connector to extend accurately, facilitating the insertion of the multi-functional module and the communication connector, thus improving installation accuracy and efficiency.

[0012] Optionally, the flip-top assembly includes a cover and a heat sink bracket. The cover is rotatably mounted on the main housing, and the heat sink bracket is fixedly mounted in the middle of the cover, with both ends of the heat sink bracket extending from the inner and outer sides of the cover.

[0013] By adopting the above technical solution, the cover and heat sink design of the flip-top assembly not only conceal the storage slot and protect the multi-functional module, but also serve a heat dissipation function. The cover is rotatably mounted on the main housing, facilitating easy opening and closing and enabling convenient inspection and replacement of the multi-functional module. The heat sink extends from both the inner and outer sides of the cover, effectively dissipating the heat generated by the multi-functional module, reducing the internal temperature, and ensuring the normal operation of the multi-functional module.

[0014] Optionally, the heat sink includes a metal frame and heat sink fins, the heat sink fins being evenly installed on the inner side of the metal frame and fixedly connected to the metal frame.

[0015] By adopting the above technical solution, the metal frame and heat dissipation fin structure of the heat sink significantly increase the heat dissipation area. The metal frame has excellent thermal conductivity, enabling rapid heat transfer to the heat dissipation fins. The heat dissipation fins are evenly installed on the inner side of the metal frame, allowing heat to be quickly dissipated into the surrounding air, effectively improving heat dissipation efficiency.

[0016] Optionally, the multifunctional module includes a housing, a chip, and a connector for connection to a communication connector. The chip is fixedly installed in the housing, and the connector is fixedly installed on the lower end face of the housing.

[0017] By adopting the above technical solutions, the design of the multi-functional module's casing, chip, and connectors makes the module's structure more compact. The chip is fixedly mounted in the casing, providing effective protection. The connector connects to the communication connector, enabling signal transmission between the multi-functional module and the main casing, facilitating the module's functional expansion.

[0018] Optionally, the housing includes a base and a wrench cover, the wrench cover being fixedly installed on the upper end face of the base and having several heat dissipation holes.

[0019] By adopting the above technical solution, the design of the housing and wrench cover facilitates the installation and maintenance of the chip. The wrench cover is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the housing and has heat dissipation holes, which not only protects the chip but also ensures that the heat generated by the chip can be dissipated in a timely manner, thus improving the chip's operational stability.

[0020] Optionally, an antenna frame is fixedly installed on the outer side of the cover, and an adjustable communication antenna is mounted on the antenna frame.

[0021] By adopting the above technical solution, the antenna mount and communication antenna on the outer side of the casing enhance the communication capability of the electricity meter. The communication antenna can be adjusted by flipping the casing, allowing the antenna direction to be adjusted according to actual needs, improving signal reception and transmission, and ensuring stable communication between the electricity meter and external devices.

[0022] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects: The IoT energy meter of this application features a robust overall structure due to the tight fit between its main casing, back cover, and flip cover assembly, facilitating installation, maintenance, and repair. The inclusion of a multi-functional module enables the expansion of various functions, such as data acquisition, transmission, and analysis, meeting the diverse needs of modern power systems for energy data. Simultaneously, the design of the heat sink and ventilation holes effectively dissipates internal heat, ensuring the normal operation of the multi-functional module and chip, and improving the stability and reliability of the energy meter. The placement and adjustability of the communication antenna effectively improve signal reception and transmission, ensuring stable communication between the energy meter and external devices, and enabling real-time transmission and sharing of energy data. Attached Figure Description

[0023] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the overall structure in the embodiments of this application.

[0024] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Front view of the device shown.

[0025] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the multifunctional module in the embodiments of this application.

[0026] Figure 4 yes Figure 3 Front view of the device shown.

[0027] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of the flip cover assembly in the embodiments of this application.

[0028] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Energy meter housing; 11. Main housing; 111. Communication connector; 12. Back cover; 121. Wiring groove; 122. Wiring terminal; 2. Storage groove; 21. Positioning groove; 3. Flip cover assembly; 31. Cover shell; 32. Heat sink bracket; 321. Metal frame; 322. Heat sink fins; 33. Antenna bracket; 331. Communication antenna; 4. Multifunctional module; 41. Outer shell; 411. Base shell; 412. Wrench cover; 413. Heat dissipation hole; 42. Connector. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0030] This application discloses a multifunctional Internet of Things (IoT) energy meter. (Refer to...) Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, a multi-functional IoT energy meter includes an energy meter housing 1, which comprises a main housing 11 and a back cover 12. The back cover 12 is installed on the rear end face of the main housing 11 and is fixedly connected to the main housing 11. The main housing 11 and the back cover 12 can be made of plastic material, such as polycarbonate (PC), which has good insulation and mechanical properties. A storage groove 2 is provided on the front end face of the main housing 11, and a flip cover assembly 3 is also installed on the front end face of the main housing 11 to cover the storage groove 2. One side of the flip cover assembly 3 is rotatably connected to the main housing 11. Several multi-functional modules 4 are installed in the storage groove 2, and the multi-functional modules 4 are inserted and fixed to the main housing 11. The design of the main housing 11 and the back cover 12 makes the structure of the energy meter more stable and facilitates installation and maintenance. The back cover 12 is fixedly connected to the main housing 11, which can effectively protect the internal electronic components, prevent external dust and moisture from entering, and extend the service life of the electricity meter. At the same time, the rear end of the back cover 12 is also provided with a corresponding suspension component, which facilitates stable installation and use. By opening a storage slot 2 on the front end of the main housing 11, the multi-function module 4 can be stably plugged into the electricity meter housing 1 for use. This allows for the installation of different communication modules, thereby achieving the purpose of multi-function use. Moreover, the plug-in method allows for quick disassembly and replacement. After the multi-function module 4 is plugged in and installed, the flip cover component 3 can be closed to protect and shield the multi-function module 4.

[0031] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the lower end face of the back cover 12 has several wiring grooves 121, and wiring terminals 122 are installed in the wiring grooves 121. The wiring terminals 122 are fixedly connected to the back cover 12. The wiring grooves 121 and wiring terminals 122 on the lower end face of the back cover 12 facilitate the connection between the energy meter and the external circuit. The wiring grooves 121 can organize the wires, avoid messy wires, and reduce safety hazards. The wiring terminals 122 are fixedly connected to the back cover 12, ensuring the stability and reliability of the connection and ensuring the normal transmission of electrical energy. The wiring grooves 121 on the lower end face of the back cover 12 can be integrally formed with the back cover 12 using injection molding. The wiring terminals 122 can be selected as WUK-10 wiring terminals, which have good conductivity and stability. The main housing 11 has several communication connectors 111 for the installation of the multi-functional module 4. The communication connectors 111 are fixedly connected to the main housing 11, and the storage groove 2 has a positioning groove 21 for the communication connectors 111 to extend out. The communication connector 111 in the main housing 11 and the positioning slot 21 in the storage slot 2 facilitate the installation of the multi-functional module 4. The communication connector 111 is fixedly connected to the main housing 11, ensuring stable signal transmission. The positioning slot 21 allows the communication connector 111 to extend accurately, facilitating the insertion of the multi-functional module 4 into the communication connector 111, thus improving installation accuracy and efficiency. The communication connector 111 can be an RJ45 type, offering wide applicability and stability.

[0032] Reference Figure 5As shown, the flip-top assembly 3 includes a cover 31 and a heat sink 32. The cover 31 is rotatably mounted on the main housing 11, and the heat sink 32 is fixedly mounted in the middle of the cover 31, with both ends of the heat sink 32 extending from the inner and outer sides of the cover 31. The design of the cover 31 and heat sink 32 in the flip-top assembly 3 can both cover the storage slot 2, protecting the multi-functional module 4, and also serve a heat dissipation function. The cover 31 is rotatably mounted on the main housing 11, making it easy to open and close, facilitating the inspection and replacement of the multi-functional module 4. The heat sink 32 extends from both the inner and outer sides of the cover 31, enabling timely dissipation of the heat generated by the multi-functional module 4, reducing the internal temperature, and ensuring the normal operation of the multi-functional module 4. The heat sink 32 includes a metal frame 321 and heat dissipation fins 322. The heat dissipation fins 322 are evenly mounted on the inner side of the metal frame 321 and are fixedly connected to the metal frame 321. The structure of the metal frame 321 and heat dissipation fins 322 in the heat sink 32 greatly increases the heat dissipation area. The metal frame 321 has excellent thermal conductivity, enabling rapid heat transfer to the heat dissipation fins 322. The heat dissipation fins 322 are evenly installed on the inner side of the metal frame 321, quickly dissipating heat into the surrounding air and effectively improving heat dissipation efficiency. This ensures stable operation even when multiple multi-functional modules 4 are installed. The cover 31 can be made of the same plastic material as the main housing 11 and is mounted on the main housing 11 via a hinge. The metal frame 321 of the heat dissipation bracket 32 ​​can be made of aluminum alloy, which has excellent thermal conductivity. The heat dissipation fins 322 can be made of copper, which has a high thermal conductivity and can dissipate heat quickly. An antenna frame 33 is fixedly installed on the outer side of the cover 31, and a flip-adjustable communication antenna 331 is mounted on the antenna frame 33. The antenna frame 33 and communication antenna 331 on the outer side of the cover 31 enhance the communication capability of the energy meter. The communication antenna 331 is adjustable as the cover flips, allowing the antenna direction to be adjusted according to actual needs, improving signal reception and transmission, and ensuring stable communication between the energy meter and external devices. The antenna mount 33 can be made of plastic and is fixed to the outer side of the cover 31 with screws. The communication antenna 331 can be an SMA model communication antenna 331, which has good signal reception and transmission capabilities.

[0033] Reference Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, the multi-functional module 4 includes a housing 41, a chip, and a connector 42 that connects to the communication connector 111. The chip is fixedly installed in the housing 41, and the connector 42 is fixedly installed on the lower end face of the housing 41. The design of the housing 41, chip, and connector 42 of the multi-functional module 4 makes the structure of the multi-functional module 4 more compact. The chip is fixedly installed in the housing 41, which provides effective protection. The connector 42 connects to the communication connector 111, realizing signal transmission between the multi-functional module 4 and the main housing 11, facilitating the functional expansion of the multi-functional module 4. The housing 41, the base housing 411, and the wrench cover 412 of the multi-functional module 4 can be made of plastic and manufactured by injection molding. The connector 42 can be a model that matches the communication connector 111 and is fixedly installed on the lower end face of the housing 41. The housing 41 includes the base housing 411 and the wrench cover 412. The wrench cover 412 is fixedly installed on the upper end face of the base housing 411, and the wrench cover 412 has several heat dissipation holes 413. The design of the housing 411 and the wrench cover 412 in the outer casing 41 facilitates the installation and maintenance of the chip. The wrench cover 412 is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the housing 411 and has heat dissipation holes 413, which can protect the chip and ensure that the heat generated by the chip can be dissipated in time, thereby improving the working stability of the chip.

[0034] The implementation principle of a multi-functional IoT energy meter according to this application embodiment is as follows: During assembly, first place the main housing 11 on the workbench, then align the back cover 12 with the rear end face of the main housing 11, and tighten the two with bolts to ensure a firm connection. Install the wiring terminal 122 in the wiring slot 121, and fix it to the back cover 12 with screws to ensure a firm connection between the wiring terminal 122 and the back cover 12. Then, select a suitable multi-functional module 4 according to actual needs, and plug the multi-functional module 4 into the communication connector 111 of the main housing 11. Finally, close the flip cover assembly 3.

[0035] The above are all preferred embodiments of this application, and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Therefore, all equivalent changes made in accordance with the structure, shape and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A multifunctional Internet of Things (IoT) energy meter, comprising an energy meter casing (1), characterized in that: The power meter casing (1) includes a main casing (11) and a back cover (12). The back cover (12) is installed on the rear end face of the main casing (11) and is fixedly connected to the main casing (11). The front end face of the main casing (11) is provided with a storage groove (2), and the front end face of the main casing (11) is also provided with a flip cover assembly (3) that covers the storage groove (2). One side of the flip cover assembly (3) is rotatably connected to the main casing (11). Several multi-functional modules (4) are installed in the storage groove (2), and the multi-functional modules (4) are inserted and fixed to the main casing (11).

2. The multifunctional IoT energy meter according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower end face of the back cover (12) is provided with several wiring grooves (121), and wiring terminals (122) are installed in the wiring grooves (121). The wiring terminals (122) are fixedly connected to the back cover (12).

3. A multifunctional IoT energy meter according to claim 2, characterized in that: The main housing (11) is provided with a number of communication connectors (111) for the installation of the multi-functional module (4). The communication connectors (111) are fixedly connected to the main housing (11). The storage slot (2) is provided with a positioning slot (21) for the communication connectors (111) to extend out.

4. A multifunctional IoT energy meter according to claim 3, characterized in that: The flip-top assembly (3) includes a cover (31) and a heat sink (32). The cover (31) is rotatably mounted on the main housing (11), and the heat sink (32) is fixedly mounted in the middle of the cover (31), with both ends of the heat sink (32) extending out from the inner and outer sides of the cover (31).

5. A multifunctional IoT energy meter according to claim 4, characterized in that: The heat sink (32) includes a metal frame (321) and heat sink fins (322). The heat sink fins (322) are evenly installed on the inner side of the metal frame (321) and are fixedly connected to the metal frame (321).

6. A multifunctional IoT energy meter according to claim 5, characterized in that: The multifunctional module (4) includes a housing (41), a chip, and a connector (42) connected to a communication connector (111). The chip is fixedly installed in the housing (41), and the connector (42) is fixedly installed on the lower end face of the housing (41).

7. A multifunctional IoT energy meter according to claim 6, characterized in that: The outer casing (41) includes a base shell (411) and a wrench cover (412). The wrench cover (412) is fixedly installed on the upper surface of the base shell (411), and a plurality of heat dissipation holes (413) are provided on the wrench cover (412).

8. A multifunctional IoT energy meter according to claim 7, characterized in that: An antenna frame (33) is fixedly installed on the outer side of the cover (31), and a flip-adjustable communication antenna (331) is installed on the antenna frame (33).

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