A camera module mounting structure for a water meter with an angle adaptation function

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of instruments and meters, and specifically discloses a camera module mounting structure with angle adaptation function for water meters, which comprises a ring body for being clamped on the outer periphery of a water meter cover, and at least one local adaptation structure for adapting to the shape characteristics of the water meter cover is arranged on the ring body; the local adaptation structure comprises one or more of a gap structure, an elastic deformation structure arranged on the inner side of the ring body and capable of being elastically deformed, and a rigid support structure arranged on the lower side of the ring body; the ring body is of a whole structure or a split structure formed by connecting a first arc segment and a second arc segment through a locking mechanism; the combination of the spring sheet capable of being elastically clamped, the U-shaped gap adapted to different meter cover structures, the anti-disassembly buckle and the bottom support sheet realizes the quick, stable and safe universal installation of various special-shaped water meter covers, and the adaptation efficiency of water meter transformation is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of instrumentation technology, and specifically discloses an installation structure for a camera module for a water meter with angle adaptation function. Background Technology

[0002] With the national "14th Five-Year Plan" for building a water-saving society setting forth clear requirements for controlling leakage rates in public water supply networks, traditional mechanical water meters, due to their limitations in real-time monitoring and remote data transmission, are no longer sufficient to meet the demands of modern refined water resource management. Currently, the industry commonly uses the installation of intelligent camera modules on traditional mechanical water meters to achieve remote data transmission.

[0003] However, due to the lack of unified standards for the external dimensions and casing structures (such as lugs, interfaces, and nameplate positions) of water meters across different regions, existing installation components often only fit specific water meter models, resulting in poor versatility. In actual retrofitting processes, it is often necessary to customize dedicated installation structures for different meter types, which not only increases mold development and material management costs but also severely restricts the efficiency of large-scale retrofitting. Therefore, a water meter camera module installation structure with angle adaptation capabilities is needed to solve this problem. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model proposes an installation structure for a camera module for water meters with angle adaptation function. Through modular flexibility and structural adaptation design, it enables rapid and stable installation of various irregular-shaped water meters, significantly improving the versatility and efficiency of intelligent transformation.

[0005] This utility model is implemented as follows: a camera module installation structure for a water meter with angle adaptation function includes an annular body for hugging the outer periphery of the water meter housing, and the annular body is provided with at least one local adaptation structure for adapting to the shape features of the water meter housing. The local adaptation structure includes one or more of the following: a notch structure formed on the annular body, an elastically deformable structure located inside the annular body and capable of elastic deformation, and a rigid support structure located on the lower side of the annular body.

[0006] As a preferred installation structure for a camera module with angle adaptation function for a water meter according to this utility model, the annular body is an integral structure or a split structure formed by connecting the first arc segment and the second arc segment through a locking mechanism.

[0007] As a preferred installation structure of a camera module for a water meter with angle adaptation function according to this utility model, the locking mechanism is an anti-disassembly buckle, including a hook on the first arc segment and a groove on the second arc segment.

[0008] As a preferred installation structure for a camera module of a water meter with angle adaptation function according to this utility model, the elastic deformation structure is a spring sheet set in the U-shaped notch and protruding towards the center of the annular body.

[0009] As a preferred installation structure for a camera module of a water meter with angle adaptation function according to this utility model, the rigid support structure is a dot-shaped protrusion, a strip-shaped rib, or a block-shaped support piece.

[0010] As a preferred installation structure for a camera module for a water meter with angle adaptation function according to this utility model, the type, position and number of local adaptation structures set on the annular body are determined according to the shape of the target water meter cover, forming different adaptation models; the annular body of each adaptation model can be produced by replacing different inserts with the same basic mold.

[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: This utility model provides a highly versatile, convenient, and reliable water meter camera module installation solution. Through modular design, including a U-shaped notch, elastic spring sheet, anti-tamper buckle, and bottom support plate, it can flexibly match most traditional mechanical water meter housings of various shapes on the market, achieving rapid and accurate alignment and self-adaptive clamping. This significantly improves the adaptation efficiency and economy of intelligent water meter transformation. At the same time, the split anti-tamper design enhances the concealment and anti-theft properties of the installation. The overall structure is simple, low-cost, and easy to mass-produce and promote. Attached Figure Description

[0012] 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. In all the drawings, similar elements or parts are generally identified by similar reference numerals. In the drawings, the elements or parts are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0013] Figure 1 This is an overall structural diagram of the installation structure of a camera module for a water meter with angle adaptation function according to this utility model.

[0014] Figure 2 This is a structural diagram of Embodiment 1 of the present utility model.

[0015] Figure 3 This is a structural diagram of Embodiment 2 of the present invention.

[0016] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of Embodiment 3 of the present invention.

[0017] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of Embodiment 4 of the present invention.

[0018] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the locking mechanism of this utility model.

[0019] The markings in the diagram are: 1. Ring-shaped body; 101. First arc segment; 102. Second arc segment; 2. U-shaped notch; 3. Spring plate; 4. Locking mechanism; 401. Hook; 402. Slot; 5. Support plate. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments to aid in understanding its content. Unless otherwise specified, the methods used in this invention are conventional methods; the raw materials and apparatus used, unless otherwise specified, are conventional commercially available products.

[0021] Example 1: As Figure 2 As shown, the annular body 1 has a U-shaped notch 2 as a notch structure to avoid protruding parts on the water meter cover. On the inner wall of the U-shaped notch 2, there is a spring plate 3 protruding towards the center of the annular body 1. The spring plate 3 is made of the body material of the annular body 1 through a special thinning design, and has good elastic recovery performance.

[0022] In this embodiment: During installation, the mounting structure is inserted along the axial direction of the water meter. When the annular body 1 contacts the water meter housing, the spring plate 3 is compressed and undergoes elastic deformation, generating a continuous radial clamping force, ensuring that the mounting structure fits tightly against water meter housings of different diameters, achieving adaptive fixation. The U-shaped notch 2 ensures that the mounting structure can overcome obstacles on the housing and be smoothly installed in place.

[0023] Example 2: Figure 3 As shown, the annular body 1 is composed of a first arc segment 101 and a second arc segment 102 connected by a locking mechanism 4.

[0024] The locking mechanism 4 is an anti-tamper buckle, specifically including a hook 401 disposed at one end of the first arc segment 101 and a groove 402 disposed at the corresponding end of the second arc segment 102. The hook 401 has a guide bevel at its front end for easy fastening.

[0025] In this embodiment: During installation, the first arc-shaped segment 101 and the second arc-shaped segment 102 are wrapped around the outer periphery of the water meter cover, and pressure is applied to align the hook 401 and the slot 402 to fasten them. After the hook 401 slides into the slot 402, its back structure interferes with the arc-shaped segment body, preventing it from elastically disengaging in the opposite direction, thus achieving anti-tamper locking. This embodiment is particularly suitable for scenarios with limited installation space or high anti-theft requirements.

[0026] Example 3: Figure 4As shown, one or more U-shaped notches 2 are provided in the circumference of the annular body 1. The shape, size and position of these notches are precisely designed according to the structure of the protrusions, threaded interfaces, nameplates and other structures on the water meter cover of a specific model.

[0027] In this embodiment: During installation, the operator only needs to align the specific notch on the annular body 1 with the corresponding protrusion on the water meter casing to achieve circumferential and axial positioning, and then push the annular body into the fixed position. This embodiment is applicable to water meter models with obvious positioning features and relatively uniform casing diameters.

[0028] Example 4: Figure 5 As shown, the annular body 1 is composed of a first arc-shaped segment 101 and a second arc-shaped segment 102 connected by a locking mechanism 4. A block-shaped support plate 5 is provided on the lower side of the annular body 1, i.e., the side facing the water meter base after installation, as a rigid support structure. There can be one or more support plates 5, and their lower surfaces are provided with grooves that match the water meter mounting base.

[0029] In this embodiment: During installation, the annular body 1 is first fitted onto the water meter housing and locked in place by the locking mechanism 4. At this time, the lower surface of the block-shaped support piece 5 engages with the water meter mounting base, providing stable bottom support for the entire installation structure and preventing the annular body from sinking or tilting due to the weight of the camera module. This is especially suitable for the installation of heavy-duty or extended camera modules.

[0030] The working principle and usage process of this utility model are as follows: During installation, the operator first selects a mounting ring with a corresponding U-shaped notch 2, spring plate 3, or support plate 5 from different preset compatible models based on the target water meter cover's external characteristics, such as diameter, protruding structure, and mounting surface condition. For an integral structure, simply align and fit it onto the water meter cover; the elastic structure will automatically tighten. For a split structure, simply encircle the two arc-shaped segments around the cover and fasten the anti-tamper buckles. The entire process requires no special tools, achieving a quick, secure, and concealed installation.

[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "left", "right", "up", "down", "top", "bottom", "front", "back", "inner", "outer", "back", "middle", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model 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. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0032] However, the above description is only a specific embodiment of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of implementation of this utility model. Therefore, any substitution of equivalent components or equivalent changes and modifications made in accordance with the scope of protection of this utility model should still fall within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A mounting structure for a camera module in a water meter with angle adaptation function, characterized in that, It includes an annular body (1) for fitting around the outer periphery of the water meter housing, and the annular body (1) is provided with at least one local adaptation structure for adapting to the shape features of the water meter housing. The local adaptation structure includes one or more of the following: a notch structure opened on the annular body (1), an elastic deformation structure located inside the annular body (1) and capable of elastic deformation, and a rigid support structure located on the lower side of the annular body (1).

2. The installation structure of a camera module for a water meter with angle adaptation function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ring-shaped body (1) is either an integral structure or a split structure formed by connecting the first arc segment (101) and the second arc segment (102) through a locking mechanism (4).

3. The installation structure of a camera module for a water meter with angle adaptation function according to claim 2, characterized in that: The locking mechanism (4) is an anti-tamper buckle, including a hook (401) on the first arc segment (101) and a groove (402) on the second arc segment (102).

4. The installation structure of a camera module for a water meter with angle adaptation function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The elastic deformation structure is a spring sheet (3) set in the U-shaped notch (2) and protruding towards the center of the annular body (1).

5. The installation structure of a camera module for a water meter with angle adaptation function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rigid support structure is a dot-shaped protrusion, a strip-shaped rib, or a block-shaped support plate (5).

6. The installation structure of a camera module for a water meter with angle adaptation function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The type, position and number of local adaptation structures set on the annular body (1) are determined according to the shape of the target water meter cover, forming different adaptation models; the annular body (1) of each adaptation model can be produced by replacing different inserts with the same basic mold.

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