A wireless monitoring device for electrolytic cells

Abstract

The application relates to an electrolytic tank wireless monitoring device. The electrolytic tank wireless monitoring device comprises a voltage acquisition sensor and a thermocouple sensor installed on a support frame, a detection terminal is installed on a detection end of the voltage acquisition sensor, the detection terminal is used for being in contact with a conductive rod of an electrolytic tank, the support frame is slidably installed on a telescopic rod, the telescopic rod is installed on a mounting seat, and the mounting seat is installed on a tank body of the electrolytic tank; the voltage acquisition sensor and the thermocouple sensor are connected with a wireless LORA module, the wireless LORA module is wirelessly communicated with a wireless gateway, the wireless gateway is communicated with a data conversion module, the data conversion module is connected with a processor, and the processor transmits processed detection data to a user end. The scheme provided by the application integrates the voltage acquisition sensor and the thermocouple sensor, transmits data by means of a wireless LoRa module, simultaneously and in real time collects voltage and temperature signals of the electrolytic tank, and solves the problems of single detection function and inability to synchronously monitor multiple parameters.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of electrolytic cell monitoring technology, and in particular to a wireless monitoring device for electrolytic cells. Background Technology

[0002] In the electrolysis industry, the electrolytic cell is a core piece of equipment, and its operating status directly affects production efficiency and product quality. Cell voltage and temperature are key parameters reflecting the working status of the electrolytic cell, and real-time and accurate monitoring of these parameters is crucial for ensuring stable production and reducing energy consumption. Currently, common monitoring methods mainly rely on manual operation, such as using infrared thermometers for discrete temperature checks or manually measuring cell voltage with a multimeter. This method is not only inefficient, but also results in discontinuous and non-real-time data acquisition, making it difficult to create effective historical data records, and it cannot achieve simultaneous monitoring of multiple parameters. Some companies use wired sensing for data acquisition, but this involves complex wiring, difficult equipment maintenance, a high failure rate, and the complex wiring can easily interfere with normal production operations. Furthermore, frequent manual operation intersects with overhead cranes and other equipment in the workshop, posing a high safety risk.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a monitoring device that can achieve real-time wireless monitoring of multiple parameters of electrolytic cells, is easy to install, has high reliability, and can significantly reduce manual labor intensity and safety hazards. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address or partially address the problems existing in related technologies, this application provides a wireless monitoring device for electrolytic cells, aiming to solve the problem of real-time monitoring of electrolytic cell voltage and electrolyte temperature.

[0005] The first aspect of this application provides a wireless monitoring device for an electrolytic cell, comprising: Voltage acquisition sensor, thermocouple sensor, wireless LoRa module, wireless gateway, data conversion module, processor, support frame, detection terminals, telescopic rod and mounting base; The voltage acquisition sensor and thermocouple sensor are mounted on the support frame. The voltage acquisition sensor has a detection terminal installed on its detection end. The detection terminal is used to contact the conductive rod of the electrolytic cell. The support frame is slidably mounted on the telescopic rod. The telescopic rod is mounted on the mounting base. The mounting base is mounted on the electrolytic cell body. The voltage acquisition sensor and thermocouple sensor are connected to a wireless LoRa module. The wireless LoRa module is wirelessly connected to a wireless gateway. The wireless gateway is wirelessly connected to a data conversion module. The data conversion module is connected to a processor, which transmits the processed detection data to the user terminal.

[0006] Optionally, in some embodiments, a spring is installed between the support frame and the top of the telescopic rod to buffer the upward pressure of the voltage acquisition sensor and the thermocouple sensor.

[0007] Optionally, in some implementations, the wireless LoRa module uses the wireless LoRa transmission protocol to connect to a wireless gateway.

[0008] Optionally, in some implementations, the wireless gateway uses the Modbus communication protocol to connect to the data conversion module.

[0009] Optionally, in some implementations, the data conversion module converts the Modbus_RTU data format into TP / TCP packet format and transmits it to the processor.

[0010] The technical solution provided in this application may include the following beneficial effects: By integrating voltage acquisition sensors and thermocouple sensors, and using a wireless LoRa module to transmit data, the voltage and temperature signals of the electrolytic cell can be acquired simultaneously and in real time. This solves the problem of single detection function and inability to monitor multiple parameters simultaneously. Through the support frame, telescopic rod and spring-loaded buffer design, the sensor can maintain good contact with the conductive rod of the electrolytic cell, reducing mechanical impact, extending equipment life, and reducing installation and maintenance difficulty.

[0011] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0012] The above and other objects, features and advantages of this application will become more apparent from the more detailed description of exemplary embodiments thereof in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein the same reference numerals generally represent the same components in the exemplary embodiments thereof.

[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the wireless monitoring device for an electrolytic cell shown in an embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the support structure of the wireless monitoring device for an electrolytic cell shown in an embodiment of this application.

[0014] Reference numerals: 1-Voltage acquisition sensor, 2-Thermocouple sensor, 3-Wireless LoRa module, 4-Wireless gateway, 5-Data conversion module, 6-Processor, 7-Spring, 8-Support frame, 9-Detection terminal, 10-Telescopic rod, 11-Mounting base. Detailed Implementation

[0015] Embodiments of this application will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. While embodiments of this application are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that this application may be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to make this application more thorough and complete, and to fully convey the scope of this application to those skilled in the art.

[0016] It should be understood that although the terms "first," "second," "third," etc., may be used in this application to describe various information, this information should not be limited to these terms. These terms are only used to distinguish information of the same type from one another. For example, without departing from the scope of this application, first information may also be referred to as second information, and similarly, second information may also be referred to as first information. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this application, "multiple" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0017] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "length", "width", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this application.

[0018] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," 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 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 application according to the specific circumstances.

[0019] Currently, common monitoring methods mainly rely on manual operation, such as using infrared thermometers for discrete temperature inspections or manually measuring tank voltage with a multimeter. This method is not only inefficient, but also results in discontinuous and non-real-time data acquisition, making it difficult to create effective historical data records and achieve simultaneous monitoring of multiple parameters. Some companies use wired sensing for data acquisition, but this involves complex wiring, difficult equipment maintenance, a high failure rate, and the complex wiring can easily interfere with normal production operations. Furthermore, frequent manual operations intersect with overhead cranes and other equipment in the workshop, posing significant safety risks.

[0020] To address the aforementioned issues, this application provides a wireless monitoring device for electrolytic cells. By integrating a voltage acquisition sensor and a thermocouple sensor and transmitting data via a wireless LoRa module, it can simultaneously and in real-time acquire voltage and temperature signals from the electrolytic cell. This solves the problems of limited detection functionality and inability to monitor multiple parameters simultaneously. Through the support frame, telescopic rod, and spring-loaded buffer design, the sensor maintains good contact with the conductive rods of the electrolytic cell, reducing mechanical impact, extending equipment life, and lowering installation and maintenance difficulty.

[0021] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0022] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the wireless monitoring device for an electrolytic cell shown in an embodiment of this application.

[0023] See Figure 1 A wireless monitoring device for an electrolytic cell, comprising: Voltage acquisition sensor 1, thermocouple sensor 2, wireless LoRa module 3, wireless gateway 4, data conversion module 5, processor 6, spring 7, support frame 8, detection terminal 9, telescopic rod 10 and mounting base 11; The voltage acquisition sensor 1 and thermocouple sensor 2 are mounted on the support frame 8. A detection terminal 9 is installed on the detection end of the voltage acquisition sensor 1, which is used to contact the conductive rod of the electrolytic cell. The support frame 8 is slidably mounted on the telescopic rod 10. A spring 7 is installed between the support frame 8 and the top of the telescopic rod 10 to buffer the upward pressure of the voltage acquisition sensor 1 and thermocouple sensor 2. In use, the telescopic rod 10 is lowered so that the detection terminal 9 contacts the conductive rod of the electrolytic cell, and the detection end of the thermocouple sensor 2 is inserted into the electrolyte of the electrolytic cell.

[0024] The telescopic rod 10 is mounted on the mounting base 11, which is mounted on the electrolytic cell body. The voltage acquisition sensor 1 and thermocouple sensor 2 are connected to a wireless LoRa module 3. The wireless LoRa module 3 is wirelessly connected to a wireless gateway 4, which in turn is connected to a data conversion module 5. The data conversion module 5 is connected to a processor 6, which transmits the processed detection data to the user terminal. The wireless LoRa module 3 uses the wireless LoRa transmission protocol to connect to the wireless gateway 4. The wireless gateway 4 receives detection data from multiple voltage acquisition sensors 1 and thermocouple sensors 2, modifies sensor parameter settings, and performs standard Modbus_RTU protocol conversion. The wireless gateway 4 uses the Modbus communication protocol to connect to the data conversion module 5, which converts the Modbus_RTU data format into TP / TCP data packet format and transmits it to the processor 6.

[0025] The various embodiments of this application have been described above. These descriptions are exemplary and not exhaustive, nor are they limited to the disclosed embodiments. Many modifications and variations will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of the described embodiments. The terminology used herein is chosen to best explain the principles, practical application, or improvement of the technology in the market, or to enable others skilled in the art to understand the embodiments disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A wireless monitoring device for an electrolytic cell, characterized in that, include: Voltage acquisition sensor (1), thermocouple sensor (2), wireless LORA module (3), wireless gateway (4), data conversion module (5), processor (6), support frame (8), detection terminal (9), telescopic rod (10) and mounting base (11). The voltage acquisition sensor (1) and thermocouple sensor (2) are mounted on the support frame (8). The voltage acquisition sensor (1) has a detection terminal (9) installed on its detection end. The detection terminal (9) is used to contact the conductive rod of the electrolytic cell. The support frame (8) is slidably mounted on the telescopic rod (10). The telescopic rod (10) is mounted on the mounting base (11). The mounting base (11) is mounted on the electrolytic cell body. The voltage acquisition sensor (1) and thermocouple sensor (2) are connected to the wireless LORA module (3). The wireless LORA module (3) is wirelessly connected to the wireless gateway (4). The wireless gateway (4) is wirelessly connected to the data conversion module (5). The data conversion module (5) is connected to the processor (6). The processor (6) transmits the processed detection data to the user terminal.

2. The wireless monitoring device for electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: A spring (7) is installed between the top of the support frame (8) and the telescopic rod (10). The spring (7) is used to buffer the upward pressure of the voltage acquisition sensor (1) and the thermocouple sensor (2).

3. The wireless monitoring device for electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wireless LoRa module (3) connects to the wireless gateway (4) using the wireless LoRa transmission protocol.

4. The wireless monitoring device for electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wireless gateway (4) uses the Modbus communication protocol to connect to the data conversion module (5).

5. The wireless monitoring device for electrolytic cells according to claim 1, characterized in that: The data conversion module (5) converts the Modbus_RTU data format into the TP / TCP data packet format and transmits it to the processor (6).

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