Optical cable jointing box and power communication system

Abstract

The application provides an optical cable joint box and a power communication system. The optical cable joint box comprises a joint box body, a master control module and a camera module. The joint box body comprises a shell and an optical fiber fusion splicing disc. The optical fiber fusion splicing disc, the master control module and the camera module are arranged in the shell. The optical fiber fusion splicing disc is used for fixing fusion of multiple optical cables. The camera module is used for shooting the optical fiber fusion splicing disc. The master control module is electrically connected with the camera module. In the application, the camera is arranged in the joint box body, so that the optical fiber fusion splicing disc can be directly shot, and whether the optical fiber fusion splicing disc fails can be accurately detected, the risk of misjudgment caused by external factors such as environmental interference is reduced, and the detection accuracy is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of power communication technology, and in particular to an optical cable junction box and a power communication system. Background Technology

[0002] Optical fiber cables are a core infrastructure for power system communication, integrating transmission lines, lightning protection grounding wires, and communication optical cables into a single unit, and are widely used in high-voltage transmission lines. Optical fiber splice closures are used to achieve mechanical connection between two adjacent optical cables and to protect fiber optic splices, ensuring the continuous and stable mechanical strength and optical performance of the transmission line. Optical fiber splice closures must not only withstand the harsh outdoor environment but also protect the internal optical fibers from moisture, dust, vibration, and other factors, making them one of the most prone-to-fault nodes in transmission line systems.

[0003] Currently, the optical fiber itself is typically used as the sensing medium. A monitoring system monitors parameters such as fiber loss, breakpoints, temperature, and strain stress to assess the condition of the fiber optic splice closure. However, monitoring the fiber optic cable splice closure via the cable itself is susceptible to misjudgments due to factors such as overall power line stress and environmental interference. This makes it difficult to accurately reflect the actual condition of the splice closure and reduces detection precision. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the aforementioned technical problems, this application provides an optical cable junction box that can accurately detect the fault risk of the junction box body, and a power communication system including the optical cable junction box.

[0005] The first aspect of this application provides an optical cable splice box, including a splice box body, a main control module, and a camera module. The splice box body includes a shell and an optical fiber fusion splice tray. The optical fiber fusion splice tray, the main control module, and the camera module are disposed inside the shell. The optical fiber fusion splice tray is used to fix and fusion multiple optical cables. The camera module is used to photograph the optical fiber fusion splice tray. The main control module is electrically connected to the camera module.

[0006] As an optional solution, the optical cable junction box includes a tilt sensor, which is located on the junction box body and electrically connected to the main control module.

[0007] As an optional solution, the optical cable junction box includes a temperature sensor and a humidity sensor, which are located inside the housing and electrically connected to the main control module.

[0008] As an optional solution, the optical cable junction box includes a positioning module, which is electrically connected to the main control module and used to locate the position of the optical cable junction box.

[0009] As an optional solution, the optical cable junction box includes a wireless communication module, and the main control module is used to send alarm signals to the terminal equipment through the wireless communication module.

[0010] As an optional solution, the optical cable junction box includes a storage module, which is electrically connected to the camera module.

[0011] As an alternative, the casing is made of stainless steel.

[0012] As an alternative, the optical cable junction box includes a power module, which includes a power source and a battery electrically connected to the power source. The power source includes at least one of a solar panel or a wind turbine.

[0013] As an optional solution, the power module includes a charging management module, which is electrically connected to the power supply and the battery.

[0014] The second aspect of this application provides a power communication system, including any of the above-mentioned optical cable junction boxes, terminal equipment, and multiple optical cables, wherein the multiple optical cables are fused with an optical fiber fusion splice tray, and the main control module is communicatively connected to the terminal equipment.

[0015] The optical fiber splice box of this application incorporates a camera module, tilt sensor, temperature sensor, and humidity sensor within the splice box body. This allows for direct and accurate detection of whether the optical fiber splice tray is faulty, the tilt angle of the splice box body, and the temperature and humidity within the accommodating cavity of the splice box body. This reduces the risk of misjudgment caused by external factors such as environmental interference and improves detection accuracy. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an optical cable junction box provided in one embodiment of this application.

[0017] Figure 2 A functional block diagram of a power communication system provided in one embodiment of this application.

[0018] Explanation of main component symbols Optical cable splice box 100; splice box body 10; outer shell 11; receiving cavity 110; base 112; cover 113; optical fiber fusion splice tray 12; optical cable inlet adapter 13; bracket 14; main control module 21; camera module 22; tilt sensor 23; temperature sensor 24; humidity sensor 25; positioning module 26; communication module 27; power module 29; power supply 291; battery 292; charging management module 293; storage module 30; power communication system 200; terminal equipment 210. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of this application, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0020] It should be noted that the terminology used in the embodiments of this application is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit this application. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in the embodiments of this application and the appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used herein refers to and includes any or all possible combinations of one or more associated listed items. Furthermore, the terms “first,” “second,” etc., in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this application are used to distinguish different objects and not to describe a particular order. In addition, the terms “comprising” and “having,” and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion. For example, a process, method, system, product, or apparatus that comprises a series of steps or units is not limited to the listed steps or units, but may optionally include steps or units not listed, or may optionally include other steps or units inherent to these processes, methods, products, or apparatuses.

[0021] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 , Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an optical cable junction box provided in one embodiment of this application. Figure 2 This is a functional block diagram of a power communication system provided in one embodiment of this application. The optical cable junction box 100 includes a junction box body 10, a main control module 21, and a camera module 22. The main control module 21 and the camera module 22 are located in the junction box body 10, and the main control module 21 and the camera module 22 are electrically connected.

[0022] The junction box body 10 includes a housing 11 and an optical fiber fusion splice tray 12. The housing 11 has a receiving cavity 110, and the optical fiber fusion splice tray 12 is disposed within the receiving cavity 110. The housing 11 has multiple optical cable holes (not shown), which communicate with the receiving cavity 110. The optical cable holes are used for passing optical cables (not shown). The optical fiber fusion splice tray 12 is used to fix the spliced ​​optical cables. Specifically, multiple optical cables are respectively passed through multiple optical cable holes, and the optical fibers in each optical cable are spliced ​​together by the optical fiber fusion splice tray 12, thereby achieving continuous transmission between the optical cables.

[0023] Please see Figure 1The outer casing 11 includes a base 112 and a cover 113 connected to the base 112. The base 112 is located on one side of the cover 113 in the height direction H of the outer casing 11. The cover 113 and the base 112 together form a receiving cavity 110. The cover 113 can be sealed to the base 112 by a sealing element (not shown) to improve the sealing performance of the junction box body 10 and reduce the risk of moisture interference inside the outer casing 11. The sealing element can be, but is not limited to, a sealing ring, adhesive, etc.

[0024] In some embodiments, the optical cable hole is located on the base 112. In another embodiment, the optical cable hole is located on the cover 113, or on both the base 112 and the cover 113.

[0025] In some embodiments, the junction box body 10 includes a plurality of optical cable inlet adapters 13, which are respectively inserted into a plurality of optical cable holes. The optical cable inlet adapters 13 are used for inserting optical cables and can fix the optical cables inserted therein, so that the optical cables are fixed to the outer shell 11.

[0026] In some embodiments, the junction box body 10 includes a connection bracket 14. The connection bracket 14 is disposed within the receiving cavity 110 and connected to the base 112. The fiber optic splice tray 12 is fixed to the connection bracket 14.

[0027] In some embodiments, the outer casing 11 is made of stainless steel, which gives the outer casing 11 high strength and good corrosion resistance.

[0028] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The camera module 22 is located within the receiving cavity 110. The camera module 22 includes a camera. The camera module 22 is used to capture images of the fiber optic splice tray 12 and send the captured video to the main control module 21. The main control module 21 analyzes the received video and determines whether the fiber optic splice tray 12 has malfunctioned. A malfunction of the fiber optic splice tray 12 may include a breakage at the splice point between the spliced ​​optical cables. The main control module 21 may be an MCU (Microcontroller Unit). When the main control module 21 determines that the fiber optic splice tray 12 has malfunctioned, it can send an alarm signal to the terminal device 210, thereby reminding maintenance personnel to handle the situation as soon as possible. Simultaneously, the main control module 21 can send the received video to the terminal device 210, facilitating timely understanding of the status of the fiber optic splice tray 12 by management and maintenance personnel. This application places the camera module 22 within the outer shell 11 of the junction box body 10. By capturing images of the fiber optic splice tray 12 with the camera module 22, the malfunction risk of the fiber optic splice tray 12 can be accurately identified, reducing the risk of misjudgment caused by external factors such as environmental interference.

[0029] In some embodiments, terminal device 210 includes at least one of an operation center master station or a mobile terminal. The operation center master station can be used to control the entire power communication system 200. The mobile terminal can include at least one of a smartphone or a tablet computer.

[0030] Please see Figure 2 The fiber optic junction box 100 includes a storage module 30. The storage module 30 is electrically connected to the camera module 22 to transmit the video captured by the camera module 22 to the storage module 30 for storage. The storage module 30 can be an SD card.

[0031] Please see Figure 2 The fiber optic splice box 100 includes a tilt sensor 23. The tilt sensor 23 is located on the splice box body 10 and electrically connected to the main control module 21. The splice box body 10 can be installed on a high-voltage tower, and may tilt due to strong winds. The tilt sensor 23 detects the tilt angle of the splice box body 10 and sends the detection data to the main control module 21. The main control module 21 analyzes the received detection data and determines whether the tilt angle exceeds a predetermined value. When the tilt angle received by the main control module 21 exceeds the predetermined value, the main control module 21 can send an alarm signal to the terminal device 210. By setting the tilt sensor 23, the tilt angle of the splice box body 10 can be directly detected, accurately identifying the risk of loosening or displacement of the splice box body 10, and reducing the risk of misjudgment caused by external factors such as environmental interference.

[0032] In some embodiments, the tilt sensor 23 is disposed within the receiving cavity 110. In another embodiment, the tilt sensor 23 is integrated into the main control module 21.

[0033] Please refer to the following: Figure 2 The optical cable junction box 100 includes a temperature sensor 24, which is located inside the housing cavity 110 and electrically connected to the main control module 21. The temperature sensor 24 detects the temperature inside the housing cavity 110 and sends the detection data to the main control module 21. The main control module 21 analyzes the received detection data and determines whether the temperature inside the housing cavity 110 exceeds a predetermined value. When the temperature received by the main control module 21 exceeds the predetermined value, the main control module 21 can send an alarm signal to the terminal device 210. By placing the temperature sensor 24 inside the housing cavity 110, the temperature inside the housing cavity 110 can be directly detected, accurately identifying the risk of sealing failure or icing and moisture absorption of the outer casing 11, and reducing the risk of misjudgment caused by external factors such as environmental interference. In some embodiments, the temperature sensor 24 can be integrated into the main control module 21.

[0034] Please refer to the following: Figure 2The optical cable junction box 100 includes a humidity sensor 25, which is located inside the housing cavity 110 and electrically connected to the main control module 21. The humidity sensor 25 detects the humidity inside the housing cavity 110 and sends the detection data to the main control module 21. The main control module 21 analyzes the received detection data and determines whether the humidity inside the housing cavity 110 exceeds a predetermined value. When the humidity received by the main control module 21 exceeds the predetermined value, the main control module 21 can send an alarm signal to the terminal device 210. By placing the humidity sensor 25 inside the housing cavity 110, the humidity inside the housing cavity 110 can be directly detected, accurately identifying the risk of sealing failure or icing and moisture absorption in the outer casing 11, and reducing the risk of misjudgment caused by external factors such as environmental interference.

[0035] Please see Figure 2 The optical cable junction box 100 includes a positioning module 26, which is electrically connected to the main control module 21. The positioning module 26 is used to locate the position of the optical cable junction box 100 and transmits the location to the terminal device 210 through the main control module 21, so that maintenance personnel can quickly reach the location of the optical cable junction box 100 based on the location.

[0036] In some implementations, the positioning module 26 includes a GPS unit or a BeiDou unit to obtain the geographic latitude and longitude information of the optical cable junction box 100.

[0037] Please see Figure 2 The optical cable junction box 100 includes a communication module 27, which is located on the junction box body 10 and electrically connected to the main control module 21. The communication module 27 is communicatively connected to the terminal device 210. The main control module 21 can transmit signals to the terminal device 210 through the communication module 27.

[0038] In some implementations, the communication module 27 is a wireless communication module, which can be implemented based on satellite communication, 5G communication, or WiFi communication. Setting the communication module 27 as a wireless communication module eliminates the need for a communication optical fiber as a sensing medium, thus reducing costs.

[0039] Please see Figure 2 The optical cable junction box 100 includes a power module 29, which is electrically connected to the main control module 21. The power module 29 supplies power to the various components of the optical cable junction box 100. The power module 29 includes a power source 291 and a battery 292. The power source 291 is electrically connected to the battery 292 and is used to charge the battery 292. In some embodiments, the power source 291 includes at least one of a solar panel or a wind turbine. The battery 292 is electrically connected to the main control module 21. The battery 292 can be a lithium-ion battery.

[0040] Please see Figure 2The power module 29 includes a charging management module 293. The charging management module 293 includes a charging management chip. The charging management module 293 is electrically connected to the power supply 291 and the battery 292, and is used to control the charging of the battery 292. In some embodiments, the charging management module 293 is integrated into the main control module 21.

[0041] In some implementations, the power supply 291 is electrically connected to the main control module 21, and the power supply 291 can directly power the various components. In this case, when the power supply 291 is not working, the battery 292 powers the various components.

[0042] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 2 The power communication system 200 includes an optical cable splice box 100, a terminal device 210, and multiple optical cables (not shown). The multiple optical cables pass through the optical cable holes of the splice box body 10 and are fused to the optical fiber fusion splice tray 12. The main control module 21 communicates with the terminal device 210 via a communication module 27. A camera module 22 can capture video of the optical fiber fusion splice tray 12 in real time and transmit it to the main control module 21. A tilt sensor 23 can detect the tilt angle of the splice box body 10 in real time and transmit it to the main control module 21. A temperature sensor 24 and a humidity sensor 25 can detect the temperature and humidity inside the receiving cavity 110 of the splice box body 10 in real time. When the main control module 21 determines that the optical fiber fusion splice tray 12 has malfunctioned based on the received video, or when the tilt angle, temperature, or humidity received by the main control module 21 exceeds a predetermined value, the main control module 21 sends an alarm signal to the terminal device 210 via the communication module 27. By placing the camera module 22, tilt sensor 23, temperature sensor 24, and humidity sensor 25 on the junction box body 10, the state of the junction box body 10 can be directly and accurately detected, reducing the risk of misjudgment caused by external factors such as environmental interference.

[0043] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of this application and is not intended to limit this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this application should be included within the protection scope of this application.

Claims

1. An optical cable junction box, characterized in that, The device includes a junction box body, a main control module, and a camera module. The junction box body includes a housing and a fiber optic fusion splice tray. The fiber optic fusion splice tray, the main control module, and the camera module are located inside the housing. The fiber optic fusion splice tray is used to fix and splice multiple optical cables. The camera module is used to capture images of the fiber optic fusion splice tray. The main control module is electrically connected to the camera module.

2. The optical cable junction box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The optical cable junction box includes a tilt sensor, which is located on the junction box body and electrically connected to the main control module.

3. The optical cable junction box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The optical cable junction box includes a temperature sensor and a humidity sensor, which are located inside the housing and electrically connected to the main control module.

4. The optical cable junction box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The optical cable junction box includes a positioning module, which is electrically connected to the main control module and is used to locate the position of the optical cable junction box.

5. The optical cable junction box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The optical cable junction box includes a wireless communication module, and the main control module is used to send an alarm signal to the terminal device through the wireless communication module.

6. The optical cable junction box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The optical cable junction box includes a storage module, which is electrically connected to the camera module.

7. The optical cable junction box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The optical cable junction box includes a power module, which includes a power source and a battery electrically connected to the power source. The power source includes at least one of a solar panel or a wind turbine.

8. The optical cable junction box as described in claim 7, characterized in that, The power module includes a charging management module, which is electrically connected to the power source and the battery.

9. The optical cable junction box as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The outer casing is made of stainless steel.

10. A power communication system, characterized in that, The device includes an optical cable junction box, a terminal device, and a plurality of optical cables as described in any one of claims 1 to 9, wherein the plurality of optical cables are fused to the optical fiber splice tray, and the main control module is communicatively connected to the terminal device.

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