Camera protection structure and pipeline dredging robot

Abstract

The utility model relates to sewage pipeline dredging equipment technical field discloses a camera protection structure and pipeline dredging robot, camera protection structure includes: cover shell, light -transmitting plate, the side wall of cover shell is provided with through -hole, and the light -transmitting plate sets up at the through -hole department, and blocks up the through -hole, cleaning assembly includes drive arrangement and sets up first drag board at the outside of cover shell, and drive arrangement is connected with first drag board to drive first drag board reciprocating movement along linear direction, and linear direction is parallel with the outer surface of light -transmitting plate, and first drag board is provided with first rag, and first rag is used for cleaning the outer surface of light -transmitting plate. The utility model provides camera protection structure, through first drag board drive first rag moves to wipe and clean the outer surface of light -transmitting plate, avoids the dirt such as sludge or water mark and sticks to camera lens to thereby be favorable to guarantee the field of vision clear of camera, is favorable to the accurate monitoring of staff's inside condition when dredging operation, improves work efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of sewage pipeline dredging equipment, specifically to a camera protection structure and a pipeline dredging robot. Background Technology

[0002] Sewage pipes are used to discharge and transport domestic sewage. Over time, these pipes accumulate sludge and other deposits. To ensure proper operation and prevent blockages, regular cleaning is necessary. With technological advancements, pipe cleaning robots capable of entering and cleaning pipes have emerged. To facilitate observation of the pipe interior and cleaning operations, cameras are typically mounted on these robots. For example, patent application CN202022470590.8 discloses an intelligent sewage pipe cleaning robot, comprising a shell, a high-pressure nozzle on top of the shell, a U-shaped frame, a third drive module connected to the U-shaped frame, a mounting plate connected to the third drive module, a dual-axis servo motor connected to the mounting plate, a camera mounting bracket connected to the dual-axis servo motor, and a camera connected to the camera mounting bracket. However, during the cleaning process, the high-pressure water jet can cause dust, sewage, or sludge to adhere to the camera lens, affecting the operator's observation of the pipe interior and the cleaning operation. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of this, the present invention provides a camera protection structure and a pipeline dredging robot to solve the problem that dust, sewage or silt may contaminate the camera lens, affecting the worker's observation of the pipeline condition and dredging operation.

[0004] In a first aspect, this utility model provides a camera protection structure for installation on the body of a pipeline dredging robot. The camera protection structure includes:

[0005] The housing has internal space for mounting the camera;

[0006] The light-transmitting plate has a through hole on the side wall of the cover, and the light-transmitting plate is placed at the through hole and the through hole is sealed.

[0007] The cleaning assembly includes a drive unit and a first slide plate disposed outside the housing. The drive unit is connected to the first slide plate to drive the first slide plate to reciprocate in a straight line direction parallel to the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate. A first mop is disposed on the first slide plate and the first mop is used to clean the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate.

[0008] In one alternative embodiment, a support plate is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the cover, and a scraper structure is provided on the support plate, which is adapted to squeeze and contact with the first mop.

[0009] In one alternative embodiment, the scraper structure includes two symmetrically spaced scrapers arranged in a V-shape.

[0010] In one alternative embodiment, the cleaning assembly further includes a linkage structure and a second slide plate disposed inside the housing. The first slide plate is connected to the second slide plate via the linkage structure to facilitate the movement of the second slide plate. A second mop is disposed on the second slide plate for cleaning the inner surface of the light-transmitting plate.

[0011] In one optional embodiment, the linkage structure includes a strip groove and a fixed column. The strip groove is fixedly connected to the first slide plate, and the length direction of the strip groove is parallel to the moving direction of the first slide plate. One end of the fixed column is slidably disposed in the strip groove, and the other end extends into the inside of the cover and is fixedly connected to the second slide plate. A first clearance groove is provided on the side wall of the cover corresponding to the moving path of the fixed column.

[0012] In one alternative embodiment, the cleaning assembly further includes a first baffle fixedly connected to the cover, the first baffle being used to cover the first clearance groove and the strip groove.

[0013] In one optional embodiment, the cleaning assembly further includes an L-shaped limiting plate, with a limiting groove fixedly provided on the outside of the cover. One end of the L-shaped limiting plate is fixedly connected to the first drag plate, and the other end is slidably disposed in the limiting groove, with the opening of the limiting groove facing downward.

[0014] In one alternative embodiment, a base, a cover, and a drive unit are disposed on the base, and a rotating platform is disposed below the base. The rotating platform is adapted to be connected to the top of the pipeline dredging robot body and is used to drive the base to rotate.

[0015] In one optional embodiment, a protective shell is provided on the outside of the drive device, the drive device is connected to the first slide plate through a connecting rod, and a second clearance groove is provided on the protective shell corresponding to the moving path of the connecting rod.

[0016] Secondly, this utility model also provides a pipeline dredging robot, comprising:

[0017] The main body of the pipeline dredging robot;

[0018] The aforementioned camera protection structure.

[0019] The technical solution of this utility model has the following advantages:

[0020] 1. The camera protection structure provided by this utility model uses a first drag plate to move a first mop to wipe and clean the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate, preventing dirt or water stains from sticking to the camera lens. This helps to ensure a clear field of view for the camera, and helps workers accurately monitor the inside of the pipeline during dredging operations, thereby improving work efficiency.

[0021] 2. The camera protection structure provided by this utility model, by setting a scraper structure for squeezing and contacting the first mop, can scrape off excess dirt on the first mop to a certain extent during the movement of the first mop, and avoid bringing the dirt back to the light-transmitting plate when reused, which is conducive to improving the overall cleaning effect and efficiency.

[0022] 3. The camera protection structure provided by this utility model arranges two scrapers in a V-shape so that the scrapers scrape and squeeze the first mop in an inclined posture.

[0023] 4. The camera protection structure provided by this utility model can clean the inner surface of the light-transmitting plate by setting a second drag plate and a second mop cloth to prevent water mist from appearing on the inner surface of the light-transmitting plate during dredging operations.

[0024] 5. The camera protection structure provided by this utility model, by setting a first baffle, prevents sewage or debris from entering the inside of the cover through the first clearance groove, and prevents sewage or debris from falling into the strip groove, so as to avoid affecting the sliding fit between the fixed column and the strip groove.

[0025] 6. The camera protection structure provided by this utility model constrains the movement path of the first trailer plate through the sliding cooperation of the L-shaped limiting plate and the limiting groove, thereby improving the movement stability of the first trailer plate and preventing malfunctions caused by the shaking of the pipeline dredging robot.

[0026] 7. The camera protection structure provided by this utility model, by setting a rotating platform, facilitates the adjustment of the camera's shooting angle.

[0027] 8. The camera protection structure provided by this utility model reduces the impact of sewage or other debris on the drive device by setting a protective shell, which helps to reduce the failure rate.

[0028] 9. The pipeline dredging robot provided by this utility model has the same effect as the camera protection structure because it includes a camera protection structure. Its beneficial effects will not be elaborated here. Attached Figure Description

[0029] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of this utility model or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0030] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of a camera protection structure according to an embodiment of the present utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0031] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the hidden protective shell and the first baffle of the camera protection structure.

[0032] Figure 3 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the camera protection structure. Figure 1 ;

[0033] Figure 4 for Figure 3 A magnified view of part A in the diagram;

[0034] Figure 5 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the camera protection structure. Figure 2 ;

[0035] Figure 6 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the camera protection structure. Figure 3 ;

[0036] Figure 7 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the camera protection structure. Figure 4 ;

[0037] Figure 8 for Figure 2 The diagram shows the structure of the camera protection structure. Figure 5 ;

[0038] Figure 9 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the camera protection structure. Figure 2 ;

[0039] Figure 10 for Figure 9 A magnified view of part B in the diagram;

[0040] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of another connecting rod according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0041] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0042] 1. Cover; 101. Accommodation space; 2. Light-transmitting plate; 3. First sliding plate; 4. Second sliding plate; 5. Drive device; 6. Support plate; 7. Scraper; 8. Strip groove; 9. Fixing column; 10. First clearance groove; 11. First baffle; 12. L-shaped limiting plate; 13. Limiting groove; 14. Base; 15. Rotary table; 16. Protective shell; 17. Connecting rod; 18. Second clearance groove. Detailed Implementation

[0043] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0044] The following is combined Figures 1 to 11 The following describes embodiments of the present invention.

[0045] According to an embodiment of the present invention, in one aspect, a camera protection structure is provided for mounting on the body of a pipeline dredging robot. The camera protection structure includes:

[0046] The housing 1 has an internal accommodating space 101 for mounting a camera;

[0047] The light-transmitting plate 2 has a through hole on the side wall of the cover 1, and the light-transmitting plate 2 is placed at the through hole and the through hole is sealed.

[0048] The cleaning assembly includes a drive unit 5 and a first drag plate 3 disposed outside the housing 1. The drive unit 5 is connected to the first drag plate 3 to drive the first drag plate 3 to reciprocate in a straight line direction, which is parallel to the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate 2. A first mop is disposed on the first drag plate 3, and the first mop is used to clean the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate 2.

[0049] The camera protection structure provided in this embodiment uses the first drag plate 3 to move the first mop to wipe and clean the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate 2, preventing dirt or water stains from sticking to the camera lens. This helps ensure a clear field of view for the camera, enabling workers to accurately monitor the inside of the pipeline during dredging operations and improve work efficiency.

[0050] Specifically, the housing 1 is made of stainless steel or engineering plastic, thus providing protection for the camera. The camera can be fixed within the accommodating space 101 by bolts or clips. As a possible implementation, the camera is mounted inside the housing 1 via a servo motor, which is used to adjust the tilt angle of the camera lens. The camera can be wireless or wired, with the camera cable passing through a sealed connector on the housing 1. When installing the camera protection structure onto the pipeline dredging robot, the side of the housing 1 connected to the light-transmitting plate 2 faces the forward direction of the dredging robot. The light-transmitting plate 2 is made of a transparent material, such as glass or polycarbonate, to allow the camera to capture images of the inside of the pipeline. A sealing ring can be provided between the light-transmitting plate 2 and the housing 1 for waterproof sealing.

[0051] The drive device 5 can be an electric push rod or a linear motor, etc., which is connected to the first slide plate 3 to drive the first slide plate 3 to reciprocate in a direction parallel to the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate 2. A first mop is provided on the side of the first slide plate 3 facing the light-transmitting plate 2. The first mop is used to wipe the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate 2 during movement, thereby removing attached silt, sewage, etc. The area swept by the first mop during movement covers the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate 2.

[0052] In one embodiment, combined Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, a support plate 6 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the cover 1, and a scraper structure is provided on the support plate 6. The scraper structure is suitable for squeezing and contacting the first mop.

[0053] The camera protection structure provided in this embodiment, by setting a scraper structure for squeezing and contacting the first mop, can scrape off excess dirt on the first mop to a certain extent during the movement of the first mop plate 3, so as to avoid bringing the dirt back to the light-transmitting plate 2 when reused, which is conducive to improving the overall cleaning effect and efficiency.

[0054] Specifically, the scraper structure and the cover 1 are positioned within the travel range of the first drag plate 3, so that the scraper structure can squeeze and scrape away excess dirt on the first mop during the movement of the first drag plate 3.

[0055] In one embodiment, combined Figure 4 As shown, the scraper structure includes two symmetrically spaced scrapers 7, and the two scrapers 7 are arranged in a V-shape.

[0056] The camera protection structure provided in this embodiment arranges the two scrapers 7 in a V-shape so that the scrapers 7 scrape and squeeze the first mop in an inclined posture.

[0057] Specifically, the support plate 6 is provided with a hollow groove, and the scraper 7 is disposed in the hollow groove. The first mop plate 3 and the first mop cloth are strip-shaped, and the scraper 7 is also strip-shaped. The length and position of the scraper 7 are set to correspond to the first mop cloth so as to scrape all areas of the first mop cloth.

[0058] In one embodiment, combined Figures 2 to 10 As shown, the cleaning assembly also includes a linkage structure and a second drag plate 4 disposed inside the housing 1. The first drag plate 3 is connected to the second drag plate 4 through the linkage structure to facilitate the movement of the second drag plate 4. A second mop is disposed on the second drag plate 4, and the second mop is used to clean the inner surface of the light-transmitting plate 2.

[0059] In the camera protection structure provided in this embodiment, water mist may appear on the inner surface of the light-transmitting plate 2 during dredging operations, which may affect the field of vision. By setting a second drag plate 4 and a second mop, the inner surface of the light-transmitting plate 2 can be cleaned.

[0060] In one embodiment, combined Figures 2 to 10 As shown, the linkage structure includes a strip groove 8 and a fixed column 9. The strip groove 8 is fixedly connected to the first sliding plate 3, and the length direction of the strip groove 8 is parallel to the moving direction of the first sliding plate 3. One end of the fixed column 9 is slidably disposed in the strip groove 8, and the other end extends into the inside of the cover 1 and is fixedly connected to the second sliding plate 4. A first clearance groove 10 is provided on the side wall of the cover 1 corresponding to the moving path of the fixed column 9.

[0061] Specifically, when the first sliding plate 3 moves, the fixing post 9 slides relative to it inside the strip groove 8 until it abuts against one end of the strip groove 8. At this time, the first sliding plate 3 drives the second sliding plate 4 to move through the strip groove 8 and the fixing post 9, thereby causing the second sliding plate 4 to wipe the inner surface of the light-transmitting plate 2. The first clearance groove 10 penetrates the side wall of the cover 1, and the fixing post 9 slides in conjunction with the first clearance groove 10. Two sets of strip grooves 8 and fixing posts 9 are provided, respectively located at both ends of the first sliding plate 3 along its length. Figures 3 to 8 This is a schematic diagram of the process by which the first slide plate 3 moves the second slide plate 4 through the strip groove 8 and the fixed column 9.

[0062] In one embodiment, combined Figure 1 and Figure 10 As shown, the cleaning assembly also includes a first baffle 11, which is fixedly connected to the cover 1. The first baffle 11 is used to block the first clearance groove 10 and the strip groove 8.

[0063] The camera protection structure provided in this embodiment uses a first baffle 11 to prevent sewage or debris from entering the housing 1 through the first clearance groove 10 and to prevent sewage or debris from falling into the strip groove 8, so as to avoid affecting the sliding fit between the fixing column 9 and the strip groove 8.

[0064] Specifically, during dredging operations, the high-pressure nozzles on the robot body spray water forward, so the water or dirt splashed or falling onto the light-transmitting plate 2 mainly comes from the front. A first baffle 11 is set to prevent water or dirt from falling into the first clearance groove 10 and the strip groove 8.

[0065] In one embodiment, combined Figure 10 As shown, the cleaning assembly also includes an L-shaped limiting plate 12. A limiting groove 13 is fixedly provided on the outside of the cover 1. One end of the L-shaped limiting plate 12 is fixedly connected to the first baffle 11, and the other end is slidably disposed in the limiting groove 13. The opening of the limiting groove 13 faces downward.

[0066] The camera protection structure provided in this embodiment constrains the movement path of the first trailer plate 3 through the sliding cooperation of the L-shaped limiting plate 12 and the limiting groove 13, thereby improving the movement stability of the first trailer plate 3 and preventing malfunctions caused by the shaking of the pipeline dredging robot.

[0067] Specifically, by making the opening of the limiting groove 13 face downwards, water or dirt in front is prevented from falling into the limiting groove 13 and accumulating inside. Furthermore, setting the limiting groove 13 also helps to maintain a greater interaction force between the first mop and the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate 2, thereby improving the cleaning effect.

[0068] In one embodiment, combined Figure 9 As shown, it also includes a base 14, a cover 1 and a drive device 5 disposed on the base 14. A rotating platform 15 is disposed below the base 14. The rotating platform 15 is adapted to be connected to the top of the pipeline dredging robot body and is used to drive the base 14 to rotate.

[0069] The camera protection structure provided in this embodiment uses a rotating platform 15 to facilitate adjustment of the camera's shooting angle.

[0070] In one embodiment, combined Figure 1 and Figure 9 As shown, the drive device 5 is provided with a protective shell 16. The drive device 5 is connected to the first slide plate 3 through a connecting rod 17. The protective shell 16 is provided with a second clearance groove 18 corresponding to the movement path of the connecting rod 17.

[0071] The camera protection structure provided in this embodiment reduces the impact of sewage or other debris on the drive device 5 by setting a protective shell 16, which helps to reduce the failure rate.

[0072] Specifically, one end of the connecting rod 17 is fixedly connected to the first sliding plate 3, and the other end extends into the protective shell 16 through the second clearance groove 18 and is connected to the drive device 5. Further, combined with... Figure 11As shown, the connecting rod 17 is Z-shaped, including a middle section and two ends located at both ends of the middle section and extending in opposite directions. One end is connected to the first sliding plate 3, and the other extends into the second clearance groove 18 and is connected to the driving device 5. Referring to the first baffle 11, a second baffle 19 is fixedly connected to the outside of the protective shell 16 in the area corresponding to the second clearance groove 18. The second baffle 19 and the outer wall of the protective shell 16 combine to form a downward-facing gap, and the middle section is adapted to extend out of the gap through the opening. By setting the second baffle 19, water or dirt is effectively prevented from entering the interior of the protective shell 16 through the second clearance groove 18.

[0073] According to an embodiment of the present invention, another aspect provides a pipeline dredging robot, comprising:

[0074] The main body of the pipeline dredging robot;

[0075] The aforementioned camera protection structure.

[0076] Specifically, the rotating platform 15 is bolted to the main body of the pipeline dredging robot, and the camera of the pipeline dredging robot is installed in the accommodating space 101.

[0077] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for clear illustration and are not intended to limit the implementation. Although embodiments of the present invention have been described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, and all such modifications and variations fall within the scope defined by the present invention.

Claims

1. A camera protection structure, characterized in that, The camera protection structure, which is used for mounting on the main body of the pipeline dredging robot, includes: The housing (1) has an internal accommodating space (101) for mounting a camera; A light-transmitting plate (2) is provided, wherein the side wall of the cover (1) is provided with a through hole, and the light-transmitting plate (2) is disposed at the through hole and the through hole is sealed; The cleaning assembly includes a drive device (5) and a first drag plate (3) disposed outside the housing (1). The drive device (5) is connected to the first drag plate (3) to drive the first drag plate (3) to reciprocate along a straight line parallel to the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate (2). A first mop is disposed on the first drag plate (3) for cleaning the outer surface of the light-transmitting plate (2).

2. The camera protection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, A support plate (6) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the cover (1), and a scraper structure is provided on the support plate (6). The scraper structure is adapted to be in squeezing contact with the first mop.

3. The camera protection structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The scraper structure includes two symmetrically spaced scrapers (7), and the two scrapers (7) are arranged in a V-shape.

4. The camera protection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning assembly also includes a linkage structure and a second drag plate (4) disposed inside the housing (1). The first drag plate (3) is connected to the second drag plate (4) through the linkage structure to facilitate the movement of the second drag plate (4). A second mop is disposed on the second drag plate (4) for cleaning the inner surface of the light-transmitting plate (2).

5. The camera protection structure according to claim 4, characterized in that, The linkage structure includes a strip groove (8) and a fixed column (9). The strip groove (8) is fixedly connected to the first slide plate (3), and the length direction of the strip groove (8) is parallel to the moving direction of the first slide plate (3). One end of the fixed column (9) is slidably disposed in the strip groove (8), and the other end extends into the inside of the cover (1) and is fixedly connected to the second slide plate (4). The side wall of the cover (1) is provided with a first clearance groove (10) corresponding to the moving path of the fixed column (9).

6. The camera protection structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The cleaning assembly also includes a first baffle (11), which is fixedly connected to the cover (1) and is used to cover the first clearance groove (10) and the strip groove (8).

7. The camera protection structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning assembly also includes an L-shaped limiting plate (12), and a limiting groove (13) is fixedly provided on the outside of the cover (1). One end of the L-shaped limiting plate (12) is fixedly connected to the first drag plate (3), and the other end is slidably disposed in the limiting groove (13). The opening of the limiting groove (13) faces downward.

8. The camera protection structure according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that, It also includes a base (14), the cover (1) and the drive device (5) are disposed on the base (14), and a rotating platform (15) is disposed below the base (14). The rotating platform (15) is adapted to be connected to the top of the body of the pipeline dredging robot and is used to drive the base (14) to rotate.

9. The camera protection structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The drive device (5) is provided with a protective shell (16) on the outside. The drive device (5) is connected to the first slide plate (3) through a connecting rod (17). The protective shell (16) is provided with a second clearance groove (18) corresponding to the moving path of the connecting rod (17).

10. A pipeline dredging robot, characterized in that, include: The main body of the pipeline dredging robot; The camera protection structure according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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