Communication module and oceanographic device

Abstract

The application provides a communication module and an ocean-going device. The communication module comprises a base, a communication unit, a radome and a sealing element. The radome covers the base and forms a receiving cavity of the communication module together with the base. The communication unit is located in the receiving cavity and connected to the base. The sealing element is pressed between the base and the radome. The communication module of the application can effectively prevent water, dust and salt mist from entering the interior of the communication module, thereby protecting the communication unit, prolonging the service life of the communication unit, ensuring the antenna radiation performance, and being suitable for extremely harsh environments, such as ocean-going environment, extreme weather, etc. In addition, through the design of the radome, the communication module can absorb external impact force, such as sea wave beating, slight collision between devices, etc., thereby being able to resist part of mechanical impact and reducing the influence of external impact on the communication unit.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of ocean-going equipment, and more particularly to a communication module and ocean-going equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Maritime satellite communication modules are core equipment for ensuring reliable communication on ships, offshore platforms, and other mobile vessels in global marine environments. As the demands for communication bandwidth, stability, and security increase in scenarios such as ocean shipping, marine scientific research, and emergency rescue, the module's structural shell and protective design face numerous challenges. These include: adaptability to extreme environments, high-reliability protection requirements, trends towards lightweighting and integration, and intelligent protection and operation and maintenance optimization. Among these, the module's sealing and waterproof performance in ocean environments is one of the core research focuses. Utility Model Content

[0003] This application provides a communication module and an ocean-going equipment to address some or all of the shortcomings in the related technologies.

[0004] The communication module of this application includes a base, a communication unit, an antenna cover, and a sealing element. The antenna cover is disposed on the base and together with the base forms a receiving cavity for the communication module. The communication unit is located within the receiving cavity and connected to the base. The sealing element is pressed between the base and the antenna cover.

[0005] Optionally, the radome includes a cover body and a connecting portion surrounding the periphery of the cover body. The cover body is disposed on the base, and the connecting portion extends along the connection surface between the base and the radome and is attached to the base.

[0006] Optionally, the sealing element includes a first sealing ring and a second sealing ring pressed between the connecting portion and the base. On the connecting surface between the base and the radome, the second sealing ring surrounds the periphery of the first sealing ring.

[0007] Optionally, the base includes a mounting groove facing the antenna cover, and both the first sealing ring and the second sealing ring are disposed in the mounting groove.

[0008] Optionally, the communication unit includes a circuit board and a lifting member, one end of which is connected to the side of the circuit board facing the base, and the other end extends toward the base and is connected to the base.

[0009] Optionally, there are multiple lifting components, each connected to the periphery of the circuit board, and the circuit board and the base are spaced apart from each other on the surface facing the radome.

[0010] Optionally, the communication module further includes a watertight connector, and the base includes a mounting hole extending along its thickness. One end of the watertight connector is located within the accommodating cavity and is electrically connected to the communication unit, while the other end passes through the mounting hole and protrudes from the side of the base opposite to the antenna cover.

[0011] Optionally, the communication module further includes a vent valve, and the base includes a mounting hole extending along its thickness. The vent valve is located on the side of the base opposite to the radome and communicates with the mounting hole to allow the accommodating cavity to be openably and closeably connected to the outside.

[0012] Optionally, the mounting hole is used for injecting structural adhesive.

[0013] The ocean-going equipment of this application includes a main body and a communication module as described above, with the side of the base opposite to the antenna cover attached to the main body.

[0014] The technical solutions provided by the embodiments of this application may include the following beneficial effects: As can be seen from the above embodiments, the communication module of this application can effectively prevent moisture, dust and salt spray from entering the interior of the communication module, thereby protecting the communication unit, extending the service life of the communication unit, ensuring its antenna radiation performance, and making it suitable for extreme and harsh environments, such as: ocean environment, extreme weather, etc.

[0015] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the communication module in one embodiment of this application; Figure 2 This is an exploded view of the communication module structure in one embodiment of this application; Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of the communication module structure in one embodiment of this application; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the communication module structure from another perspective in one embodiment of this application.

[0018] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures: 1. Communication module; 11. Base; 111. Mounting slot; 112. Mounting hole; 12. Communication unit; 121. Circuit board; 122. Lifting component; 13. Antenna radome; 131. Cover body; 132. Connecting part; 14. Sealing component; 141. First sealing ring; 142. Second sealing ring; 15. Watertight joint; 16. Vent valve. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solutions in the embodiments (or "implementations") of this application will be clearly and completely described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings represent the same or similar elements.

[0020] If the embodiments of this application contain terms relating to directional indications or positional relationships (such as up, down, left, right, front, back, inside, outside, top, bottom, center, vertical, horizontal, longitudinal, transverse, length, width, counterclockwise, clockwise, axial, radial, circumferential, etc.), such terms are only used to explain the relative positional relationships and movement of the components in a specific posture (as shown in the attached figures); if the specific posture changes, the directional indications or positional relationships will also change accordingly. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" used in the embodiments of this application are only for descriptive convenience and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0021] The communication module 1 of this application includes a base 11, a communication unit 12, an antenna cover 13, and a sealing member 14. The antenna cover 13 covers the base 11 and together with the base 11 forms a receiving cavity for the communication module 1. The communication unit 12 is located within the receiving cavity and connected to the base 11. The sealing member 14 is pressed between the base 11 and the antenna cover 13.

[0022] refer to Figure 1 and Figure 2 As can be seen, the communication module 1 of this application presses the sealing element 14 between the base 11 and the radome 13, thereby forming a sealed accommodating cavity. This design can effectively prevent moisture, dust, and salt spray from entering the interior of the communication module 1, thus protecting the communication unit 12, extending the service life of the communication unit 12, ensuring its antenna radiation performance, and making it suitable for extreme and harsh environments, such as ocean environments and extreme weather. In addition, through the design of the radome 13, this application enables the communication module 1 to absorb external impact forces, such as wave impacts and minor collisions between equipment, thereby resisting some mechanical impacts and reducing the impact of external impacts on the communication unit 12.

[0023] The ocean-going equipment of this application includes the main body of the equipment and the communication module 1 as described above. The side of the base 11 facing away from the antenna cover 13 is attached to the main body of the equipment.

[0024] This application attaches the base 11 of the communication module 1 to the main body of the equipment. This design allows one side of the antenna cover 13 of the communication module 1 to be exposed on the main body of the equipment, which facilitates the operator to install, inspect, maintain, and replace it. This not only ensures the safety of the communication module 1 and the stability of signal transmission, but also improves the convenience of its assembly and maintenance.

[0025] like Figure 3 As shown, in an optional embodiment, the radome 13 includes a cover 131 and a connecting portion 132 surrounding the radome 131. The cover 131 covers the base 11, and the connecting portion 132 extends along the connecting surface between the base 11 and the radome 13 and is attached to the base 11.

[0026] The communication module 1 of this application, through the design of the connecting part 132, extends the connecting surface between the radome 13 and the base 11, thereby better sealing the seam between the base 11 and the radome 13 and more effectively preventing moisture, dust, and salt spray from entering the accommodating cavity through the connecting surface between the base 11 and the radome 13. Furthermore, since the seal 14 is pressed between the base 11 and the radome 13, the extended design of the connecting part 132 also provides a more complete installation area for the seal 14, ensuring the stability and sealing effect of the seal 14 after installation.

[0027] In an optional embodiment, the seal 14 includes a first sealing ring 141 and a second sealing ring 142 pressed between the connecting portion 132 and the base 11. On the connecting surface between the base 11 and the radome 13, the second sealing ring 142 surrounds the periphery of the first sealing ring 141.

[0028] Combination Figure 2 and Figure 3 As can be seen, the sealing element 14 of this application adopts a double sealing ring design. This design not only improves the sealing performance and reliability of the communication module 1 and ensures the safety of the internal communication unit 12, but also reduces the impact of internal and external pressure differences on the structural sealing performance. Specifically, when the ocean-going equipment operates under extreme weather conditions, a pressure difference may occur inside and outside the housing cavity of the communication module 1. For a single sealing ring design, a large internal and external pressure difference may cause the sealing ring to fail, resulting in water mist entering the housing cavity. However, the double sealing ring design of this application surrounds the second sealing ring 142 around the first sealing ring 141, thereby forming a stable pressure area between the two sealing rings. Even if a large internal and external pressure difference causes the single sealing ring to fail, the sealing performance of the communication module 1 can be ensured by the other sealing ring, thereby ensuring its safety, stability and reliability during operation.

[0029] Of course, it should be noted that in some other optional embodiments, the specific structure of the seal 14 can be adjusted according to the specific working scenario, design structure, user requirements, etc. of the communication module 1. For example, in embodiments where the antenna cover 13 does not need to be frequently disassembled, hot melt adhesive, structural adhesive, etc. can be used as the seal 14; in embodiments for underwater operation, three, four, or more layers of sealing rings can be designed as the seal 14 to better avoid the influence of underwater pressure, etc. Therefore, this application does not limit the specific structure of the seal 14 or the specific number of sealing rings.

[0030] In an optional embodiment, the base 11 includes a mounting groove 111 facing the antenna cover 13, and the first sealing ring 141 and the second sealing ring 142 are both disposed in the mounting groove 111.

[0031] The design of the mounting groove 111 improves the stability and reliability of the first sealing ring 141 and the second sealing ring 142 after installation, avoiding misalignment of the sealing rings due to friction during the assembly of the communication module 1, and further simplifying the installation process of the communication module 1. At the same time, the design of the mounting groove 111 also provides a certain deformation margin for the first sealing ring 141 and the second sealing ring 142, so that after the antenna cover 13 is placed on the base 11, the first sealing ring 141 and the second sealing ring 142 can be tightly pressed between them through their own slight deformation, providing better waterproof and sealing performance.

[0032] In an optional embodiment, the communication unit 12 includes a circuit board 121 and a lifting member 122. One end of the lifting member 122 is connected to the side of the circuit board 121 facing the base 11, and the other end extends toward the base 11 and is connected to the base 11.

[0033] Combination Figure 2 and Figure 3 As can be seen, the communication unit 12 of this application, through the design of the lifting member 122, raises the mounting position of the circuit board 121, thereby spacing it from the surface of the base 11. This design allows the circuit board 121 to be placed within the clear area of ​​the accommodating cavity, reducing interference from other metal components to the communication unit 12, and thus ensuring the radiation performance of the antenna. In addition, if the seal 14 fails to seal, causing some liquid to flow into the accommodating cavity from between the radome 13 and the base 11, the design of the lifting member 122 can also reduce the risk of the circuit board 121 coming into contact with the leaking liquid to a certain extent, thereby improving the safety of the communication unit 12.

[0034] It should be noted that the structure of the lifting member 122 can be adjusted according to the actual working scenario of the communication module 1, the specific structure of the circuit board 121, and the user's needs. For example, the lifting member 122 can be designed as a single support column connected to the central area of ​​the circuit board 121, thereby reducing the vibration impact of the lifting member 122 on the circuit board 121; or, the number of support columns can be designed as multiple, respectively connected to different positions of the circuit board 121; or, the lifting member 122 can be designed as an insulating reinforcing material, placed between the surface of the circuit board 121 and the base 11, thereby providing shock absorption and increasing strength for the circuit board 121, etc. In the optional embodiments described in this application, the number of lifting members 122 is four, and the four lifting members 122 are respectively connected to the four corners of the circuit board 121, thereby providing a more stable connection for the circuit board 121. Therefore, this application does not limit this.

[0035] In an optional embodiment, the communication module 1 further includes a watertight connector 15, and the base 11 includes a mounting hole 112 extending along the thickness direction. One end of the watertight connector 15 is located within the accommodating cavity and is electrically connected to the communication unit 12, while the other end passes through the mounting hole 112 and protrudes from the side of the base 11 opposite to the radome 13.

[0036] Combination Figure 4 As shown, the communication module 1 of this application connects the circuit board 121 to the host of the ocean-going equipment through the watertight connector 15, thereby ensuring the stable operation of the communication module 1. At the same time, the design of the watertight connector 15 being installed in the through mounting hole 112 also ensures the sealing performance of the communication module 1.

[0037] In an optional embodiment, the communication module 1 further includes a vent valve 16, and the base 11 includes a mounting hole 112 extending along the thickness direction. The vent valve 16 is disposed on the side of the base 11 opposite to the radome 13 and communicates with the mounting hole 112 to allow the accommodating cavity to be openably connected to the outside.

[0038] Similarly, the vent valve 16 of this application is also connected to the base 11 through a through mounting hole 112, ensuring the waterproof and sealing performance of the communication module 1. In addition, since the communication module 1 generates heat during operation, which will cause a pressure difference between the inside and outside of the accommodating cavity, the vent valve 16 can also provide ventilation, heat dissipation, and balance the internal and external pressure difference for the accommodating cavity. This not only ensures the operation of the communication unit 12, but also reduces the possibility of sealing failure of the seal 14 due to pressure and temperature changes.

[0039] It should be noted that the vent valve 16 of this application is a waterproof vent valve 16, that is, a waterproof and breathable layer is provided inside the vent valve 16. When the vent valve 16 is opened, outside air can enter the cavity through the vent valve 16, but water mist will be blocked by the waterproof and breathable layer, thereby ensuring the overall waterproof, dustproof and salt spray resistance of the communication module 1.

[0040] In an optional embodiment, mounting hole 112 is used for injecting structural adhesive.

[0041] During the actual installation of communication module 1, after assembling the watertight connector 15 and the vent valve 16, structural adhesive can be injected into the mounting hole 112. This improves the stability of the watertight connector 15 and the vent valve 16 after installation and further enhances the waterproof performance of communication module 1, preventing water mist from entering the accommodating cavity through the mounting hole 112. Of course, in Figure 4 In the illustrated embodiment, the mounting hole 112 for which the vent valve 16 is installed can also be sealed with a sealing ring, or in some other optional embodiments, the mounting hole 112 can be sealed with hot melt adhesive or other methods. This application does not limit this.

[0042] It should be noted that the technical solutions or features described in the above embodiments can be combined or supplemented with each other without conflict. The scope of protection of this application is not limited to the precise structures described in the above embodiments and shown in the accompanying drawings; all modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A communication module, characterized in that, The communication module includes a base, a communication unit, an antenna cover, and a sealing element; the antenna cover is disposed on the base and together with the base forms a cavity for receiving the communication module; the communication unit is located in the cavity and connected to the base; the sealing element is pressed between the base and the antenna cover.

2. The communication module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The radome includes a radome body and a connecting portion surrounding the radome body; the radome body covers the base, and the connecting portion extends along the connecting surface between the base and the radome body and is attached to the base.

3. The communication module according to claim 2, characterized in that, The sealing element includes a first sealing ring and a second sealing ring pressed between the connecting part and the base; on the connecting surface between the base and the antenna cover, the second sealing ring surrounds the periphery of the first sealing ring.

4. The communication module according to claim 3, characterized in that, The base includes a mounting groove facing the antenna cover, and both the first sealing ring and the second sealing ring are disposed in the mounting groove.

5. The communication module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The communication unit includes a circuit board and a lifting component. One end of the lifting component is connected to the side of the circuit board facing the base, and the other end extends toward the base and is connected to the base.

6. The communication module according to claim 5, characterized in that, The number of lifting components is multiple, and the multiple lifting components are respectively connected to the periphery of the circuit board. The circuit board and the base are spaced apart from each other on the surface facing the antenna cover.

7. The communication module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The communication module further includes a watertight connector, and the base includes a mounting hole that extends through the thickness direction; one end of the watertight connector is located inside the accommodating cavity and is electrically connected to the communication unit, while the other end passes through the mounting hole and protrudes from the side of the base away from the antenna cover.

8. The communication module according to claim 1, characterized in that, The communication module further includes a vent valve, and the base includes a mounting hole extending along the thickness direction; the vent valve is located on the side of the base away from the antenna cover and communicates with the mounting hole to allow the accommodating cavity to be openably connected to the outside.

9. The communication module according to claim 7 or 8, characterized in that, The mounting holes are used for injecting structural adhesive.

10. A type of ocean-going equipment, characterized in that, The device includes a main body and a communication module as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the side of the base opposite to the antenna cover is attached to the main body of the device.

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