An underwater operation auxiliary device

Abstract

This utility model discloses an underwater operation auxiliary device, belonging to the technical field of underwater operation auxiliary devices. The underwater operation auxiliary device includes a main structure; a tool assembly and filling module, which is installed on the outer periphery of the main structure and includes a filling chamber, at least one of which is arranged and slidably connected to the main structure; a front-end propulsion power module, installed inside the main structure; and a vertical power module, installed on both sides and in the middle of the main structure. The tool assembly and filling module, including the filling chamber, can carry multiple operating tools, reducing the workload of operators. Simultaneously, by arranging the tools to be used in sequence, it reduces the time spent by workers searching for tools.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to an underwater operation auxiliary device, belonging to the technical field of underwater operation auxiliary device. Background Technology

[0002] With the gradual development of technology, marine technology is also advancing rapidly, and underwater operation equipment is one such area. Currently, intelligent underwater operation equipment mainly focuses on remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) and autonomous underwater vehicles (AUVs). These systems identify personnel to ensure the vehicle can lock onto their location or provide certain prompts, but lack further intelligent operational responses and auxiliary means related to underwater tools used by personnel. Meanwhile, underwater propulsion equipment is more focused on recreational use for everyday experiences, and is less commonly used for actual underwater operations.

[0003] Chinese patent document CN114408132A discloses an underwater robot with a fairing that uses a propeller as its power source and is capable of underwater operations. However, it cannot carry multiple tools, requiring frequent surfacing and return to the ship's hold to change them. If the tools are carried by the operator in a tool bag, it increases the operator's workload, and the tools, piled up in the tool bag, are difficult to find and locate in the dark underwater environment, increasing the operator's working time.

[0004] Currently, auxiliary equipment for underwater workers is relatively weak in terms of functionality and intelligence, so there is an urgent need for a new type of underwater equipment that can assist personnel in underwater operations. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the aforementioned problems, this utility model provides an underwater operation auxiliary device. This device can carry a variety of tools, reducing the workload of operators. At the same time, it arranges the tools to be used in sequence, reducing the time spent by workers searching for tools.

[0006] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution: This utility model provides an underwater operation auxiliary device, including: Main structure; A tool assembly filling module is installed on the outer periphery of the main structure. The tool assembly filling module includes a filling chamber, and at least one filling chamber is provided. The filling chamber is arranged around the outer periphery of the main structure and is slidably connected to the main structure. A front-end propulsion power module, wherein the front-end propulsion power module is installed inside the main structure; A vertical power module is installed on both sides and in the middle of the main structure.

[0007] In one embodiment of this utility model, the tool assembly filling module includes a first guide rail, a second guide rail, and a driving mechanism. The second guide rail is installed on both sides of the filling chamber, the first guide rail is connected to the second guide rail, and the driving mechanism is connected to the first guide rail.

[0008] In one embodiment of this utility model, the tool assembly filling module further includes a tool handle, a button, and a limiting protrusion. The tool handle is slidably connected to the filling chamber, and the button and the limiting protrusion are embedded in the tool handle. The limiting protrusion can abut against the filling chamber.

[0009] In one embodiment of this utility model, the front-end propulsion power module includes a motor body, a motor shaft, a first impeller and a second impeller. The first impeller and the second impeller are sleeved on the outer periphery of the motor shaft and connected to the motor body through the motor shaft.

[0010] In one embodiment of this utility model, the vertical power module includes an annular bracket, a first fan blade, and a fixed shaft. The annular bracket is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the main structure, the fixed shaft is fixedly connected to the annular bracket, and the first fan blade is sleeved on the outer periphery of the fixed shaft.

[0011] In one embodiment of this utility model, the vertical power module further includes a second fan blade, which is embedded inside the main structure and forms a triangular structure with the two second fan blades.

[0012] In one embodiment of this utility model, a grip control module is included. The grip control module is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the main structure. The grip control module is provided with a grip housing, a trigger, a support rod and a connecting hole. The connecting hole is opened on the grip housing. The trigger is rotatably connected to the grip housing. The support rod is connected to the trigger and can be inserted into the connecting hole.

[0013] In one embodiment of this utility model, an intelligent sensing and guidance module is included. This module comprises a fairing, a first bracket, a second bracket, LEDs, and a camera. The fairing is embedded in one side of the main structure, the LEDs are installed in the first bracket, and the camera is installed in the second bracket. The cameras on the left and right sides of the fairing can acquire underwater environmental information and guide the work area using vertical laser projection.

[0014] In one embodiment of this utility model, the intelligent sensing and guidance module further includes a light group and a light shield. The light group is disposed on both sides of the fairing and embedded in the groove of the main structure, and the light shield covers the outside of the light group. The lighting groups on both sides of the device provide illumination conditions for underwater operations.

[0015] In one embodiment of this utility model, a display module component is included, which is mounted on the main structure.

[0016] Beneficial effects This utility model provides an underwater operation auxiliary device comprising a front-end propulsion power module, an intelligent sensing and guidance module, a vertical power module, a tool assembly and loading module, a gripping and control module, an information visualization and detection module, and an energy supply module. The tool assembly and loading module includes a loading chamber capable of carrying multiple operating tools, reducing the workload of operators. It also arranges the tools to be used in sequence, reducing the time spent searching for tools. The loading chamber is driven by a drive mechanism that moves a guide rail, thereby ejecting the tool loading chamber to the outside of the device for easy access by operators. Modular tools are fixed within the tool loading chamber using a sliding groove structure and limiting protrusions, and a sliding button controls the tool handle to retrieve the modular tools. This underwater operation auxiliary device, through intelligent technology and the assistance of a power system, reduces unnecessary time loss during the operation phase and improves overall operational efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 Structural diagram of the underwater operation auxiliary equipment provided by this utility model; Figure 2 Another structural view of the underwater operation auxiliary equipment provided by this utility model; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the tool assembly filling module in its unfolded state provided by this utility model; Figure 4 A structural diagram of the tool assembly filling module provided by this utility model; Figure 5 Structural diagram of the front-end propulsion power module provided by this utility model; Figure 6 Structural diagram of the vertical power module provided by this utility model; Figure 7 A structural diagram of the energy supply module provided by this utility model; Figure 8 A structural diagram of the hand grip control module provided by this utility model.

[0018] In the picture: 1. Fairing; 2. First cover; 3. Second cover; 4. Light cover; 5. Main structure; 6. Vertical power module; 7. Grip control module; 8. Front propulsion power module; 9. Display module component; 10. Tool set filling module; 11. First bracket; 12. First protective grille; 13. LED bead; 14. Camera; 15. Second bracket; 16. Light assembly; 17. Second protective grille; 18. Rotary shaft fixing ring; 19. Motor shaft; 20. Connecting ring; 21. Flat key; 22. Third bracket; 23. Motor housing bracket; 24. Fourth bracket; 25. Connecting pipe; 26. Frustum groove; 27. First impeller; 28. Second 29. Impeller; 30. Guide vane; 31. Limiting ring; 32. Button; 33. Tool grip; 34. Limiting protrusion; 35. First guide rail; 36. Drive mechanism; 37. Second guide rail; 38. First track hole; 39. Second track hole; 40. Loading chamber; 41. Energy supply module; 42. Annular bracket; 43. First fan blade; 44. Fixed shaft; 45. Washer; 46. Second fan blade; 47. Fixed grid cover; 48. Metal strip; 49. Battery block; 50. Rear cover solid; 51. Fitting groove; 52. Connecting shaft; 53. Trigger; 54. Support rod; 55. Connecting hole; 56. Grip surface; 57. Grip housing; 58. Switch button. Detailed Implementation

[0019] 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, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0020] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "connected," "linked," and "fixed" 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 mechanical connection or an electrical connection; 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. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0021] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0022] like Figures 1 to 8 As shown, this application provides an underwater operation auxiliary device, including a front-end propulsion power module 8, an intelligent sensing and guidance module, a vertical power module 6, a tool assembly and filling module 10, a grip control module 7, an information visualization and detection module, and an energy supply module 40. The underwater operation auxiliary device also includes a main structure 5. The front-end propulsion power module 8 is installed inside the main structure 5, providing horizontal propulsion for the device. The intelligent sensing and guidance module is located on one side of the main structure 5, used to acquire underwater environmental information and guide the work area using laser projection. The vertical power module 6 is located at the bottom of the main structure 5, providing vertical power for the device. The tool assembly and filling module 10 is installed around the main structure 5 and can be fitted into the main structure 5, with operating tools sequentially loaded inside. The grip control module 7 is installed on both sides of the main structure 5 for easy operation by personnel. The information visualization and detection module is installed on the side of the main structure 5 opposite to the vertical power module 6 and is connected to the intelligent sensing and guidance module, used to display the underwater environmental information acquired by the intelligent sensing and guidance module. The energy supply module 40 is installed inside the main structure 5 to provide energy to the device.

[0023] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, in some embodiments, the intelligent sensing and guidance module includes a fairing 1, a first cover 2, a second cover 3, a first bracket 11, an LED 13, a camera 14, and a second bracket 15. The fairing 1 is embedded in one side of the main structure 5. The first bracket 11 and the second bracket 15 penetrate the fairing 1 and are respectively arranged on two mutually perpendicular sides of the fairing 1. The LED 13 is installed in the first bracket 11, and the camera 14 is embedded in the second bracket 15. The first cover 2 cooperates with the first bracket 11 to cover the LED 13, and the second cover 3 cooperates with the second bracket 15 to cover the camera 14. The first cover 2 and the second cover 3 are connected to the fairing 1 by a sleeve arrangement, with the first cover 2 and the second cover 3 sleeved on the outside of the fairing 1. The intelligent sensing and guidance module also includes a first protective grille 12, which is installed inside the main structure 5, close to the side of the fairing 1, to reduce the entry of foreign objects and prevent horizontal power failure. The cameras 14 on the left and right sides of the fairing 1 can acquire underwater environmental information and use upper and lower laser projections to guide the operation area.

[0024] In some embodiments, the intelligent sensing and guidance module further includes a lighting module assembly, which includes a light shield 4 and a light group 16. The light group 16 is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the fairing 1 and embedded in the groove of the main structure 5. The light shield 4 covers the outside of the light group 16 and is nested and connected to the main structure 5 to shield the light group 16. The lighting groups on both sides of the device provide illumination conditions for underwater operations.

[0025] like Figure 1 and Figure 5As shown, in some embodiments, the front-end propulsion power module 8 includes a second protective grille 17, a shaft fixing ring 18, a motor shaft 19, and a motor housing support 23. The motor body is placed in the motor housing support 23. The second protective grille 17 is embedded in the main structure 5. The shaft fixing ring 18 is connected to one end of the motor shaft 19. The second protective grille 17 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the shaft fixing ring 18 and is fixedly connected to the shaft fixing ring 18. A connecting ring 20 is sleeved on the side of the motor shaft 19 away from the shaft fixing ring 18. The connecting ring 20 can strengthen the connection strength between the motor shaft 19 and the motor body. The two ends of the motor body are provided with frustum-shaped grooves 26, and are connected outward through the frustum-shaped grooves 26. A flat key 21 is provided on the motor shaft 19, and the motor shaft 19 and the frustum-shaped grooves 26 are fixedly connected by the flat key 21 on the motor shaft 19. A third bracket 22 and a fourth bracket 24 are respectively fitted onto the frustum-shaped grooves 26 on both sides. The third bracket 22 and the fourth bracket 24 are embedded inside the main structure 5, providing support for the entire front-end propulsion power module 8. A connecting pipe 25 is provided at the end of the motor shaft 19 opposite to the fourth bracket 24. The connecting pipe 25 is fitted around the outer periphery of the motor shaft 19, and a first impeller 27 and a second impeller 28 are fitted around the outer periphery of the connecting pipe 25. The motor body can drive the first impeller 27 and the second impeller 28 to rotate. A double-layer impeller combination is adopted, and the double-layer impellers are set in a coaxial counter-rotating form to provide horizontal thrust for the underwater operation auxiliary equipment and reduce kinetic energy in the non-propulsion direction. A guide vane 29 and a limiting ring 30 are connected in sequence on the side opposite to the second impeller 28. The guide vane 29 is embedded inside the main structure 5 and fixedly connected to the limiting ring 30. The guide vane 29 can reduce rotational kinetic energy loss and control the thrust direction. The front-end propulsion power module 8 drives a through-type motor, which uses a coaxial counter-rotating structure to drive the double-layer impeller to rotate, providing through-type horizontal propulsion power for the equipment.

[0026] like Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, in some embodiments, the tool assembly filling module 10 includes a filling chamber 39, a drive mechanism 35, a first guide rail 34, and a second guide rail 36. The second guide rail 36 has a first guide rail hole 37, and is installed on both sides of the filling chamber 39 through the first guide rail hole 37. The first guide rail 34 has a second guide rail hole 38. The drive mechanism 35 is installed on the first guide rail 34, and the first guide rail 34 is fixedly connected to the second guide rail 36 through the second guide rail hole 38. The drive mechanism 35 can drive the first guide rail 34 to reciprocate, ensuring that the drive mechanism 35 can move relative to the filling chamber 39 and that the filling chamber 39 can be completely retracted into the main structure 5, thus enabling the opening or closing of the filling chamber 39. The filling chamber 39 is a cavity structure with an opening on one side. A tool handle 32 is provided on one side of the filling chamber 39, and the tool handle 32 is slidably connected to the filling chamber 39 through a groove. A button 31 is located on the side of the tool handle 32 opposite to the loading chamber 39. A limiting protrusion 33 is located at the other end of the button 31 and is embedded within the tool handle 32. By pushing the button 31, the limiting protrusion 33 retracts into the tool handle 32. At this point, the operator can pull the tool handle 32 out of the loading chamber 39 to remove the operating tool. After use, the tool is placed back into the tool handle 32, then pushed back into the loading chamber 39, and the button 31 is pushed in the opposite direction to engage the limiting protrusion 33 in a groove within the loading chamber 39, preventing the tool handle 32 from slipping out.

[0027] Furthermore, the tool set filling module 10 has a total of 6 units on the main structure 5, with 4 units at the top and 2 units at the bottom arranged around the main structure 5. At the same time, in order to prevent interference between structures, the filling chamber 39 is set at positions such as 15°, 30°, and 150° on the cross-section of the main structure 5. The drive mechanism 35 can be a small servo motor.

[0028] like Figure 1 and Figure 6As shown, in some embodiments, the vertical propulsion module 6 includes two wing-fin vertical propulsion components on both sides and a central vertical propulsion component. The two wing-fin vertical propulsion components and the central vertical propulsion component are arranged in a triangular structure, which helps the device maintain balance in the underwater environment. The wing-fin vertical propulsion component includes an annular bracket 41, a first blade 42, a fixed shaft 43, and a washer 44. The annular bracket 41 is symmetrically fixedly installed in the groove of the main structure 5. The annular bracket 41 is sleeved on the outer periphery of the fixed shaft 43 and fixedly connected to the fixed shaft 43. There are two first blades 42, which are symmetrically sleeved at both ends of the fixed shaft 43. The washer 44 is sleeved on both sides of the fixed shaft 43 and located between the fixed shaft 43 and the first blades 42. The central vertical propulsion component includes a second blade 45 and a fixed grid cover 46. The second blade 45 is installed inside the main structure 5 and is covered by the fixed grid cover 46. By driving the two wing-fin vertical propulsion blades and the central vertical propulsion blade, the device is provided with stable vertical power.

[0029] like Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, in some embodiments, the energy supply module 40 includes a metal strip 47, a battery block 48, a rear cover 49, and a fitting groove 50. The metal strip 47 is embedded in the battery block 48 and is also snapped into the fitting groove 50. A fixed grille cover 46 is fixedly mounted on the rear cover 49. The energy supply module 40 is connected to the main structure 5 through the rear cover 49 to provide energy to the device.

[0030] like Figure 1 As shown, in some embodiments, the information visualization detection module includes a display module component 9, which is mounted on the main structure 5. The underwater environment information acquired by the cameras 14 on the left and right sides of the fairing 1 is displayed in the device display module component 9.

[0031] like Figure 1 and Figure 8 As shown, in some embodiments, the grip control module 7 includes a connecting shaft 51, a trigger 52, a support rod 53, a connecting hole 54, a grip surface 55, a grip housing 56, and a switching button 57. The trigger 52 is rotatably connected to the grip housing 56 via the connecting shaft 51. A support rod 53 is provided on one side of the trigger 52. The grip housing 56 has a connecting hole 54. Pressing the trigger 52 allows the support rod 53 to be inserted into the connecting hole 54 to control the propulsion speed. A grip surface 55 is provided on the side of the grip housing 56 closest to the trigger 52, facilitating operator control of the device. A switching button 57 is provided on the side of the grip housing 56 opposite to the trigger 52. The switching button 57 controls the switching of the drone's lighting mode and operating status, reducing the possibility of accidental activation.

[0032] The working principle of this utility model is as follows: Before use, the tools required for underwater work are first loaded into the loading compartment 39 in sequence. The operator and the equipment then enter the underwater area together, entering the underwater submersion stage. The operator holds the handle housing 56 with both hands and presses the drive trigger 52 on the handle housing 56 to propel themselves quickly to the corresponding work location in the underwater environment. During this process, the brightness of the light group 16 at the front of the equipment can be adjusted by pressing the light control switch button 57 to provide additional light source for underwater submersion. The equipment acquires surrounding environmental information through the camera 14 at the fairing 1, converts the visual information of the underwater environment through noise reduction, and displays it on the display module component 9 of the UAV, assisting the operator in avoiding obstacles in the underwater environment and providing path guidance with the work area as the target.

[0033] Upon arrival at the work area, the device uses camera 14 to detect the objects to be processed in the target work area, employs the YOLO algorithm to detect the objects to be processed in the area, and informs the operator through display module 9. The operator presses state switching button 57, and the device enters the work hovering state, with all loading compartments 39 deployed for the operator's use. While the operator is working, the dot matrix projection device at the device's fairing 1 uses laser guidance to indicate the work area to be processed on the surface of the work area. If camera 14 shows that there are no objects to be processed in the target work area, it indicates that the work task for that area has been completed. The operator returns to the rear of the device and presses state switching button 57 to readjust the device to submersible propulsion mode. If there are multiple underwater work tasks in different areas, the operator drives the device to the next area to perform the same operation. If there are no tasks in other areas, the device returns to land, ending the underwater work task. This operational process enhances the participation of individual operators in the entire underwater operation process, improves their initiative, and reduces the workload of operators by using a set of tools to load objects. At the same time, it reduces unnecessary time loss during the operation phase and improves the overall efficiency of the operation through the assistance of intelligent technology and power system.

[0034] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0035] The above embodiments only illustrate several implementation methods of this utility model, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make several modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of this utility model, and these all fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0036] This document uses specific embodiments to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this utility model. The descriptions of these embodiments are merely for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of this utility model. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various improvements and modifications to this utility model without departing from its principles, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model patent should be determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. An underwater work assisting apparatus characterized by comprising: include: Main structure (5); Tool assembly filling module (10) is installed on the outer periphery of the main structure (5). Tool assembly filling module (10) includes filling chamber (39). At least one filling chamber (39) is provided. The filling chamber (39) is arranged around the outer periphery of the main structure (5) and is slidably connected to the main structure (5). A front-end propulsion power module (8) is installed inside the main structure (5); Vertical power module (6) is installed on both sides and in the middle of the main structure (5).

2. An underwater work assisting apparatus according to claim 1, characterized by The tool assembly filling module (10) includes a first guide rail (34), a second guide rail (36) and a drive mechanism (35). The second guide rail (36) is installed on both sides of the filling chamber (39). The first guide rail (34) is connected to the second guide rail (36), and the drive mechanism (35) is connected to the first guide rail (34).

3. An underwater work assisting apparatus according to claim 2, characterized by The tool assembly filling module (10) also includes a tool handle (32), a button (31) and a limiting protrusion (33). The tool handle (32) is slidably connected to the filling chamber (39). The button (31) and the limiting protrusion (33) are embedded in the tool handle (32). The limiting protrusion (33) can abut against the filling chamber (39).

4. An underwater work assisting apparatus according to claim 1, characterized by The front-end propulsion power module (8) includes a motor body, a motor shaft (19), a first impeller (27) and a second impeller (28). The first impeller (27) and the second impeller (28) are sleeved on the outer periphery of the motor shaft (19) and connected to the motor body through the motor shaft (19).

5. An underwater work assisting apparatus according to claim 1, characterized by The vertical power module (6) includes an annular bracket (41), a first fan blade (42) and a fixed shaft (43). The annular bracket (41) is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the main structure (5). The fixed shaft (43) is fixedly connected to the annular bracket (41). The first fan blade (42) is sleeved on the outer periphery of the fixed shaft (43).

6. An underwater work assisting apparatus according to claim 5, characterized by The vertical power module (6) also includes a second fan blade (45), which is embedded inside the main structure (5) and forms a triangular structure with the two first fan blades (42).

7. An underwater work assisting apparatus according to claim 1, characterized by The grip control module (7) is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the main structure (5). The grip control module (7) is provided with a grip housing (56), a trigger (52), a support rod (53) and a connecting hole (54). The connecting hole (54) is opened on the grip housing (56). The trigger (52) is rotatably connected to the grip housing (56). The support rod (53) is connected to the trigger (52) and can be inserted into the connecting hole (54).

8. The underwater operation auxiliary equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The system includes an intelligent sensing and guidance module, which is equipped with a fairing (1), a first bracket (11), a second bracket (15), an LED bead (13), and a camera (14). The fairing (1) is embedded in one side of the main structure (5), the LED bead (13) is installed in the first bracket (11), and the camera (14) is installed in the second bracket (15).

9. An underwater work assisting apparatus according to claim 8, characterized by The intelligent sensing and guidance module also includes a light group (16) and a light shield (4). The light group (16) is located on both sides of the fairing (1) and embedded in the groove of the main structure (5). The light shield (4) covers the outside of the light group (16).

10. An underwater work assisting apparatus according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized by It includes a display module component (9), which is mounted on the main structure (5).

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