Collision display board for electric pole and method for operating the same

Abstract

A collision indicator plate for utility poles is provided. The collision indicator plate consists of multiple cartridge sets connected to wrap around a specific part of the utility pole, and upon external impact, the cartridge sets break, causing the indicator color to change.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a collision indicator for a utility pole and a method of operating the same. More specifically, the present invention relates to a collision indicator for a utility pole and a method of operating the same, wherein a specific external indicator changes upon impact to confirm whether an impact has occurred. Background Technology

[0002] Accidents involving the natural breakage and collapse of high-voltage utility poles occur frequently. This also poses a high risk of serious civilian injuries. The cause is presumed to be the severing of the concrete due to the accumulation of impact from minor vehicle collisions.

[0003] Although vehicle collision avoidance plates are currently installed on high-voltage utility poles, they only serve to improve driver visibility. Furthermore, a replacement is necessary due to the waste of manpower and time associated with having to remove all of them to inspect for damage. The problem to be solved

[0004] The present invention aims to provide a collision indicator for utility poles that allows for verification of whether an impact has been applied to a high-voltage utility pole, thereby eliminating the need for work such as removing the collision indicator during inspection. Furthermore, the present invention aims to provide a method for operating the aforementioned collision indicator for utility poles. means of solving the problem

[0005] A collision indicator plate for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: i) a mounting panel made of a flexible material to wrap around a utility pole and configured to have a length corresponding to the circumference of the utility pole, and having one or more cartridge holes; and ii) a set of cartridges inserted into the cartridge holes.

[0006] A mark may be formed on the outer surface of the cartridge hole. The lower part of the cartridge hole is closed, and the upper part of the cartridge hole may be openable to allow the insertion of a cartridge set. Multiple cartridge holes may be formed, and the multiple cartridge holes may be arranged at predetermined intervals along the circumference of the utility pole. A fluorescent color for improved visibility may be applied between the multiple cartridge holes. Protrusions may be formed between the multiple cartridge holes.

[0007] The mounting panel may include a shock-absorbing layer formed on the inner surface that contacts the utility pole. The shock-absorbing layer may include a plurality of protrusions. The shock-absorbing layer may include rubber.

[0008] A cartridge set may include i) a transparent case, ii) an inner cartridge positioned inside the transparent case and configured to break upon external impact of a utility pole, and iii) end covers positioned at the upper and lower ends of the transparent case to secure the inner cartridge. A yellow first fluorescent dye is filled between the transparent case and the inner cartridge to indicate the color of the mark, and a second fluorescent dye of a color contrasting with the first fluorescent dye is filled inside the inner cartridge. Upon external impact of a utility pole, the inner cartridge may break, causing the second fluorescent dye to be discharged toward the first fluorescent dye, thereby changing the color of the mark. The color of the second fluorescent dye may be darker than the color of the first fluorescent dye. The second fluorescent dye may be red.

[0009] The volume of the inner cartridge may be formed to be larger than the volume between the transparent case and the inner cartridge. The cartridge set may have a shape that extends long in the longitudinal direction of the utility pole and may be applied to be inserted into the cartridge hole. The end cover may include i) a groove into which the transparent case is fitted, and ii) an insertion end positioned inside the groove and protruding toward the interior of the transparent case while surrounding the inner cartridge so that the inner cartridge is inserted and fixed. The strength of the inner cartridge may be less than the strength of the transparent case. A collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention may further include an elastic band connecting both ends of the mounting panel when the mounting panel is mounted on the utility pole.

[0010] A method of operating a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: i) providing the aforementioned collision indicator for a utility pole; ii) filling a yellow first fluorescent dye between a transparent case and an inner cartridge; iii) filling a second fluorescent dye of a color contrasting with the first fluorescent dye into the inner cartridge; and iv) breaking the inner cartridge due to an external impact on the utility pole, causing the second fluorescent dye to be discharged toward the first fluorescent dye and the indicator color of the mark to change.

[0011] In the step of filling the second fluorescent dye, the color of the second fluorescent dye may be darker than the color of the first fluorescent dye. The second fluorescent dye may be red. In the step of providing a collision indicator plate for electric vehicles, the strength of the internal cartridge may be less than the strength of the transparent case. Effects of the invention

[0012] The removal of collision warning plates for utility poles is unnecessary during inspections, thereby saving budget. Since the presence of impact on high-voltage utility poles can be immediately verified, serious civil accidents can be prevented. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0013] FIG. 1 is a front installation diagram of a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is a schematic drawing of a mounting panel applied to a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of a mounting panel applied to a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 4 is an assembly diagram of a collision indicator plate for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 5 is a rear view of a collision indicator plate for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram of a cartridge set applied to a collision indicator plate for utility poles according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 7 is an enlarged view of the assembly of a cartridge set applied to a collision indicator plate for utility poles according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 8 is an exploded enlarged view of a cartridge set applied to a collision indicator plate for utility poles according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 9 is an operating state diagram of a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0014] The technical terms used herein are for the reference of specific embodiments only and are not intended to limit the invention. The singular forms used herein include plural forms unless phrases clearly indicate otherwise. The meaning of "comprising" as used in the specification specifies a particular characteristic, area, integer, step, action, element, and / or component, and does not exclude the presence or addition of other particular characteristic, area, integer, step, action, element, component, and / or group.

[0015] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical and scientific terms, have the same meaning as generally understood by those skilled in the art to which this invention pertains. Terms defined in commonly used dictionaries are further interpreted to have meanings consistent with relevant technical literature and the present disclosure, and are not interpreted in an ideal or highly formal sense unless otherwise defined. For example, the term “applied” described below is interpreted to include both the state in which it is appropriately used and the state prior to appropriate use.

[0016] Expressions described in the singular in this specification may be interpreted as singular or plural unless explicit expressions such as "one" or "single" are used.

[0017] In this specification, terms including ordinal numbers, such as first, second, etc., may be used to describe various components, but said components are not limited by said terms. Such terms are used solely for the purpose of distinguishing one component from another. For example, without departing from the scope of the present disclosure, the first component may be named the second component, and similarly, the second component may be named the first component.

[0018] In the flowchart described with reference to the drawings in this specification, the order of operations may be changed, several operations may be merged or some operations may be divided, and certain operations may not be performed.

[0019] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the attached drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. However, the present invention may be embodied in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein.

[0020] FIG. 1 is a front installation diagram of a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Referring to FIG. 1, a collision indicator plate (100) for a utility pole according to an embodiment of the present invention has a mark (113), and the mark (113) indicates a specific indicator color.

[0022] When a utility pole receives an external impact, for example, when a vehicle collides with the utility pole, the color of the indicator (113) changes, allowing for immediate verification of whether a collision has occurred. More specifically, the collision indicator plate (100) for the utility pole consists of multiple cartridge sets (150) connected to wrap around a certain portion of the utility pole (10). When the utility pole (10) is impacted by a vehicle or the like, the cartridge set (150) breaks, causing the color of the indicator (113) to change. To this end, the collision indicator plate (100) for the utility pole includes a mounting panel (110) that wraps around the utility pole (10) and a cartridge set (150) connected to the mounting panel (110).

[0023] FIG. 2 is a schematic drawing of a mounting panel applied to a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 3 is an enlarged view of a mounting panel applied to a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 4 is an assembly drawing of a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 5 is a rear installation drawing of a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Referring to FIGS. 2 to 4, the mounting panel (110) is made of a flexible material to wrap around the utility pole (10) and is manufactured with a length corresponding to the circumference of the utility pole (10). That is, the horizontal length of the mounting panel (110) can be determined corresponding to the circumference of the utility pole (10) to be installed.

[0025] At least one cartridge hole (111) is formed in the mounting panel (110) so that a cartridge set (150) can be inserted. The cartridge holes (111) are arranged at predetermined intervals along the circumferential direction of the utility pole (10) in the mounting panel (110).

[0026] A fluorescent color for improved visibility is applied between the multiple cartridge holes (111). For example, a yellow color may be applied. Furthermore, protrusions are formed between the multiple cartridge holes (111). Therefore, it is difficult to attach advertisements, etc.

[0027] A mark (113) is formed on the front of the cartridge hole (111). More specifically, the mark (113) is punched into the cartridge hole (111). For example, the mark (113) may be a phrase such as “Caution: Collision.” The mark (113) on the cartridge hole (111) is punched so that the cartridge set (150) installed inside can be seen.

[0028] The cartridge hole (111) is formed to protrude forward from the mounting panel (110). Its lower end is closed to allow replacement of the cartridge set (150), and its upper end is configured to be openable and closable. That is, the cartridge set (150) can be inserted into or replaced in the cartridge hole (111) through the upper end of the cartridge hole (111).

[0029] The part of the cartridge hole (111) excluding the mark (113) may be made of a dark color, for example, black. This is to further enhance the visibility of the mark (113) by applying a color that contrasts with the color of the mark (113).

[0030] Referring to FIG. 5, when mounting the mounting panel (110) to the utility pole (10), an elastic band (120) may be used. The elastic band (120) may be made of rubber or plastic. The elastic band (120) can prevent safety accidents by excluding the conventional stainless steel material. At least one elastic band (120) is connected to both ends of the mounting panel (110) and tightened to mount the mounting panel (110) to the utility pole (10).

[0031] Additionally, an impact absorption layer (130) is formed on the inner surface of the mounting panel (110) that contacts the utility pole (10). The impact absorption layer (130) is made of rubber. When a vehicle or the like collides with the utility pole, the impact is primarily absorbed by the impact absorption layer (130), thereby reducing the impact transmitted to the utility pole (10). The impact absorption layer (130) may be a rubber plate or rubber protrusions. Spaces (131) are formed between the rubber protrusions to further increase the impact absorption capacity.

[0032] FIG. 6 is a schematic diagram of a cartridge set applied to a collision indicator plate for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 7 is an assembled enlarged view of a cartridge set applied to a collision indicator plate for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 8 is an exploded enlarged view of a cartridge set applied to a collision indicator plate for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] Referring to FIGS. 6 through 8, a cartridge set (150) that is replaceably installed in a cartridge hole (111) includes a transparent case (151), an internal cartridge (153), and an end cover (155). In addition, the cartridge set (150) may include other parts.

[0034] The transparent case (151) is made of a material that has some elasticity and is resistant to impact. The internal cartridge (153) is located inside the transparent case (151). The internal cartridge (153) is made of a plastic material that breaks when subjected to external impact and is weaker against impact compared to the transparent case (151). That is, the strength of the internal cartridge (153) is less than that of the transparent case (151).

[0035] A yellow-based fluorescent dye may be filled between the transparent case (151) and the inner cartridge (153) to be set as the indicator color of the mark (113). That is, the yellow-based fluorescent dye filled in the case appears as the initial indicator color of the mark (113). Additionally, the inner cartridge (153) may be filled with a fluorescent dye of a color darker than the yellow-based fluorescent dye. This fluorescent dye may be red.

[0036] When subjected to an external impact, the internal cartridge (153) is damaged, and the fluorescent dye filled therein is discharged into the transparent case (151), causing the display color of the mark (113) to change. Therefore, the colors of the fluorescent dye filled in the internal cartridge (153) and the fluorescent dye filled in the case (151) are set to be contrasting. As a result, it is possible to confirm that an external impact has been applied to the pole solely by the change in the external display color.

[0037] The volume of the inner cartridge (153) is formed to be larger than the volume between the case (151) and the inner cartridge (153). As a result, when the electric pole receives an external impact, the inner cartridge (153) is damaged, and the fluorescent dye filled in the inner cartridge (153) is naturally discharged to the outside, causing the display color to change. The cartridge set (150) has a shape that extends long along the length direction of the electric pole. The end cover (155) is fitted to both the upper and lower ends of the transparent case (151) to seal the interior of the transparent case (151). A groove (157) into which the case (151) is fitted is formed in the end cover (155), and an insertion end (159) protruding toward the transparent case (151) is formed on the inner side of the groove (157). The insertion end (159) encloses a certain area of ​​the inner cartridge (153) while the inner cartridge (153) is inserted and fixed. The end cover (155) may be sealed from the outside after assembly so that it is securely assembled to the case (151).

[0038] FIG. 9 schematically illustrates the operating state of a collision indicator for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention. That is, FIG. 9 (a) shows the state before an external impact is applied to the utility pole, and FIG. 9 (b) shows the state after an external impact is applied to the utility pole.

[0039] More specifically, FIG. 9(a) shows the initial installation state of the collision indicator plate (100) for a utility pole. In this case, the indicator color is yellow due to the yellow-colored dye filled in the case (151). FIG. 9(b) shows the case where an external vehicle impacts the utility pole, and the internal cartridge (153) breaks, causing the red-colored dye filled in it to be discharged from the internal cartridge (153), and the indicator color changes to red. As a result, it is possible to determine whether an external impact has been applied to the utility pole, and the cartridge set (150) can be replaced by inspecting only the utility pole whose indicator color has changed.

[0040] Accordingly, the collision indicator plate (100) for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention can immediately check whether it has been impacted from the outside. Therefore, since the collision indicator plate (100) does not need to be removed during inspection of the utility pole (10), costs such as manpower and time can be saved. Furthermore, the collision indicator plate (100) for a utility pole according to one embodiment of the present invention can immediately determine whether it has been impacted from the outside, thereby preventing damage and collapse accidents of high-voltage utility poles.

[0041] Although the present invention has been described as previously stated, those skilled in the art will readily understand that various modifications and variations are possible without departing from the concept and scope of the claims set forth below. Explanation of the symbols

[0042] 10: Jeonju 100: Collision indicator 110: Mounting panel 111: Cartridge hole 113: Mark 115: Protrusion 120: Elastic band 130: Shock absorption layer 131: Space 150: Cartridge set 151: Transparent case 153: Internal cartridge 155: End cover 157: Home 159: Insert section

Claims

Claim 1 A collision indicator for a utility pole, comprising a mounting panel made of a flexible material to wrap around the utility pole and configured to have a length corresponding to the circumference of the utility pole, and having one or more cartridge holes, and a cartridge set inserted into the cartridge holes, wherein a mark is formed on the outer surface of the cartridge holes, and the cartridge set comprises a transparent case, an inner cartridge located inside the transparent case and applied to be damaged upon external impact of the utility pole, and end covers located at the upper and lower ends of the transparent case to secure the inner cartridge, wherein a first fluorescent dye of yellow is filled between the transparent case and the inner cartridge to display the color of the mark, and a second fluorescent dye of a color contrasting with the first fluorescent dye is filled inside the inner cartridge, and upon external impact of the utility pole, the inner cartridge is damaged and the second fluorescent dye is discharged toward the first fluorescent dye, thereby changing the color of the mark. Claim 2 delete Claim 3 In claim 1, the lower portion of the cartridge hole is closed, and the upper portion of the cartridge hole is openable and closable to insert the cartridge set, forming a collision indicator for a utility pole. Claim 4 In claim 1, the cartridge holes are formed in plurality, and the plurality of cartridge holes are arranged at predetermined intervals along the circumferential direction of the utility pole to form a collision indicator plate for a utility pole. Claim 5 In paragraph 4, a collision indicator for utility poles with a fluorescent color applied between the plurality of cartridge holes to enhance visibility. Claim 6 In paragraph 5, a collision indicator plate for a utility pole having protrusions formed between the plurality of cartridge holes. Claim 7 In claim 1, the mounting panel is a collision indicator for a utility pole comprising a shock-absorbing layer formed on an inner surface that contacts the utility pole. Claim 8 In claim 7, the shock-absorbing layer comprises a plurality of protrusions, forming a collision indicator plate for utility poles. Claim 9 In paragraph 7, the shock-absorbing layer comprises rubber and is a collision indicator for utility poles. Claim 10 delete Claim 11 delete Claim 12 In claim 1, the color of the second fluorescent dye is darker than the color of the first fluorescent dye, for a collision indicator plate for electric poles. Claim 13 In paragraph 12, the second fluorescent dye is a red collision indicator for electric poles. Claim 14 A collision indicator plate for electric poles according to claim 1, wherein the volume of the inner cartridge is formed to be larger than the volume between the transparent case and the inner cartridge. Claim 15 In claim 1, the cartridge set is a collision indicator plate for a utility pole applied to be inserted into the cartridge hole, having a shape that extends long in the longitudinal direction of the utility pole. Claim 16 A collision indicator for a utility pole according to claim 1, wherein the end cover comprises a groove into which the transparent case is fitted, and an insertion end positioned inside the groove and protruding toward the interior of the transparent case while surrounding the inner cartridge so that the inner cartridge is inserted and fixed. Claim 17 In paragraph 1, the strength of the internal cartridge is smaller than the strength of the transparent case, for a collision indicator plate for electric poles. Claim 18 A collision indicator for a utility pole according to claim 1, further comprising an elastic band connecting both ends of the mounting panel when the mounting panel is mounted on the utility pole. Claim 19 A method of operation of a collision indicator for a utility pole, comprising the steps of: providing a collision indicator for a utility pole according to claim 1; filling a first fluorescent dye of yellow between the transparent case and the inner cartridge; filling a second fluorescent dye of a color contrasting with the first fluorescent dye into the inner cartridge; and, upon external impact of the utility pole, the inner cartridge is damaged so that the second fluorescent dye is discharged toward the first fluorescent dye and the indicator color of the mark changes. Claim 20 In claim 19, a method of operating a collision indicator for electric poles in which, in the step of filling the second fluorescent dye, the color of the second fluorescent dye is darker than the color of the first fluorescent dye. Claim 21 In paragraph 20, the above second fluorescent dye is a red, method of operation of a collision indicator for electric poles. Claim 22 In claim 19, a method of operation of a collision indicator plate for a utility pole in the step of providing the above-mentioned collision indicator plate for a utility pole, wherein the strength of the internal cartridge is smaller than the strength of the transparent case.

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