Key facility gas safety assurance method and system
By combining BIM and AR technologies, real-time monitoring and intelligent command of gas systems in key locations have been achieved, solving the problems of low efficiency and poor real-time performance in traditional methods, and improving the efficiency and accuracy of gas safety assurance.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANGHAI GAS ENG DESIGN & RES
- Filing Date
- 2024-11-12
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-15
AI Technical Summary
Traditional gas safety assurance methods are inefficient and lack real-time performance in densely populated key locations, making it difficult to detect potential risks. They also require highly experienced management personnel, resulting in untimely detection of safety hazards.
By using BIM technology for 3D modeling and combining it with AR and IoT technologies, the system enables real-time monitoring and intelligent command of gas systems in key locations through the linkage between the platform and mobile terminals. It also enables location confirmation using QR codes and AR inspections, establishing a visual inspection and alarm system, and storing and updating data.
It enables real-time monitoring and rapid linkage of gas systems in key locations, improves safety management efficiency, reduces coordination work, and ensures closed-loop management of hazard elimination.
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Abstract
Description
A method and system for ensuring gas safety in key locations Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of gas safety assurance technology, and in particular to a method and system for ensuring gas safety in key locations. Background Technology
[0002] With rapid urbanization, gas safety issues are becoming increasingly prominent, especially in densely populated key locations where the importance of gas safety is self-evident. However, traditional gas safety assurance methods suffer from problems such as low efficiency, poor real-time performance, and difficulty in detecting potential risks.
[0003] (1) The internal space structure is complex, and the functional areas and renovations are frequent, which requires high on-site experience from management personnel. If management personnel are replaced, the cost of transmitting on-site information and data is high.
[0004] (2) In the actual operation and management process, due to problems such as “not being able to see clearly”, “not being able to find”, and “not being able to sort things out” in the operation and maintenance management of gas facilities, some safety hazards are not discovered in time and the elimination and rectification of hazards are not in place.
[0005] Currently, the technical means and management methods for ensuring gas safety in key locations are relatively simple, which may lead to some potential safety hazards not being detected and addressed in a timely manner, as follows:
[0006] (1) The internal spatial structure of key locations is complex, and the functional areas and renovations are frequent. In the actual management process, the gas system may have problems such as the pipelines not being visible and the system not being clear.
[0007] (2) The gas system in key locations is complex, which requires high on-site experience from management personnel. The cost of changing management personnel and transmitting on-site information and data is high.
[0008] Therefore, how to achieve comprehensive monitoring and early warning of gas safety in key locations has become a technical problem that urgently needs to be solved by those skilled in the art.
[0009] Summary of the Invention
[0010] In view of the above-mentioned deficiencies of the prior art, the present invention provides a method and system for ensuring gas safety in key locations, the purpose of which is to achieve comprehensive monitoring and early warning of gas safety in key locations.
[0011] To achieve the above objectives, this invention discloses a method for ensuring gas safety in key locations, comprising the following steps:
[0012] Step 1: Collect basic data;
[0013] Step 2: Use BIM technology to create 3D models of key locations;
[0014] Step 3: After completing the 3D modeling of key locations, review the model.
[0015] Step 4: Perform lightweight model transfer on the model after the review is completed;
[0016] Step 5: After completing the lightweight transfer of the model, the model is disassembled, the cockpit is designed, the functions are developed and the project is deployed on the floor plan through the corresponding B / S architecture digital delivery platform for key locations.
[0017] The model is optimized using AR and positioning technologies on a mobile device and then uploaded to an AR collaboration platform. The location is confirmed by creating and placing QR codes on the AR collaboration platform.
[0018] Step 6: After completing the platform deployment and QR code arrangement, conduct testing;
[0019] If the test fails, data debugging will be performed before going live. Subsequent updates and maintenance will be carried out based on the data and services.
[0020] Preferably, in step 1, the collection of basic data includes the building site plan, individual building plans, gas plans and system diagrams, gas alarm plans and system diagrams, and past change and maintenance records.
[0021] Preferably, in step 2, Autodesk Revit 2019 is used as the modeling tool for modeling.
[0022] More preferably, in step 2, the scope of the three-dimensional modeling of key locations is: a model of the entire process from the land boundary line to the buried medium-pressure gas meter, the pressure regulator, the pipeline, the gas meter, the pipeline, and the gas-using equipment.
[0023] Preferably, in step 2, the depth of 3D modeling for key locations is: the building meets the LOD300 standard, and the gas and alarm models meet the LOD400 standard.
[0024] Preferably, step 3 is as follows:
[0025] Step 3.1: When submitting BIM models for each specialty, the models need to be split by specialty / floor.
[0026] Step 3.2: Check whether the BIM model contains information consistent with the 2D CAD drawings;
[0027] Step 3.3: When submitting the model, should unused items in the file be cleared, and useless imported files and linked external reference files be deleted?
[0028] Step 3.4: Perform collision checks on the models of each discipline and resolve any collision issues. After the model checks are completed and confirmed to be error-free, submit the model.
[0029] More preferably, in step 3.4, if the models are inconsistent, model correction work needs to be performed.
[0030] Preferably, in step 4, the lightweight model handover refers to using a self-developed BIM model lightweighting platform to lightweight the model.
[0031] Preferably, in step 5, the QR code is placed by downloading, printing, and affixing it to the corresponding physical space, so that inspection personnel can open the AR inspection application on an iPad to scan the QR code and complete the model matching and positioning.
[0032] Preferably, in step 6, the test refers to the test performed after the project deployment and QR code placement are completed on the platform, testing whether the AR inspection data of the mobile terminal can be uploaded to the platform, and after passing the test, it can be put into use online, and subsequent updates and maintenance work can be carried out based on the data and services.
[0033] The present invention also provides a system for operating the aforementioned method and system for ensuring gas safety in key locations, comprising a platform, two centers, and five major supports;
[0034] The platform includes a visual inspection system and a combustible gas alarm system, forming an integrated platform that combines inspection, monitoring, and alarm functions. After the lightweight model is uploaded to the platform, scene and function designs are performed on the platform.
[0035] The scene design includes the following function switches: airflow direction, inspection record display, transparency, gas pipeline, and free rotation;
[0036] The lightweight model includes a riser system for gas and gas alarms, and displays subsystems based on the gas pipeline system, as well as buildings, equipment, gas, and gas alarms by profession.
[0037] The two centers are a data visualization center and an emergency response command center, respectively.
[0038] The visualized data presentation serves as the core of data management.
[0039] The emergency response command center is the core of the project's inspection, monitoring, and reporting.
[0040] The five supporting technologies include AR technology, big data, cloud platforms, the Internet of Things, and positioning devices.
[0041] The AR technology is used to overlay real-time feedback and a sense of presence onto concealed works.
[0042] The big data will store structured information, including pipelines and equipment.
[0043] Preferably, the platform is also used for model splitting and processing, cockpit design, function development, and project deployment;
[0044] The model splitting process refers to splitting the uploaded lightweight model into categories such as major and floor.
[0045] The cockpit design includes an overall project overview and details of the gas equipment.
[0046] The project overview includes the project name, address, and gas usage area;
[0047] The gas equipment information includes pipeline length, number of pressure regulators, number of combustible alarms, number of gas-using devices, and number of shut-off valves;
[0048] The aforementioned functional development refers to the development of gas source traceability diagrams and pipeline attribute displays on a single floor plan within a secondary scenario.
[0049] The pipeline attributes displayed include type, name, diameter, elevation, material, and stage;
[0050] The project deployment refers to the cloud deployment or local deployment of the project after its development is completed.
[0051] Preferably, it also includes AR mobile devices that employ AR and positioning technologies;
[0052] The AR mobile terminal is used to quickly view gas pipelines, equipment and spatial layout in 3D mode, as well as to conduct inspections in AR mode. It can be used for model optimization, uploading to the AR platform, creating QR codes and deploying QR codes.
[0053] The model optimization process refers to using the same model as the platform to optimize and process the structure of the model, simplifying the structure while retaining the type, name, diameter, elevation, material, and stage information.
[0054] Uploading to the AR platform refers to uploading the processed model to the AR platform.
[0055] The creation of the QR code is carried out on the AR platform. The creation principle is generally to select the gas riser, gas meter, and entrance / exit.
[0056] The placement of the QR code refers to printing out the created QR code and pasting it at the corresponding location in the real-world scene.
[0057] The beneficial effects of this invention are:
[0058] This invention utilizes BIM, IoT, and AR technologies, employing a platform-based model linkage mechanism connecting multiple mobile devices, to achieve real-time monitoring, rapid coordination, intelligent command, and safety management of gas systems in key locations, thus efficiently and quickly forming a closed loop for hazard elimination.
[0059] This invention utilizes BIM, IoT, and AR technologies to enable inspection personnel to perform on-site maintenance and inspections simply by scanning codes, selecting items, and uploading photos using mobile devices. The system then dispatches work online from the backend, creating a closed-loop feedback system.
[0060] This invention reduces coordination work by processing big data in the background, and all data can be stored in the cloud, keeping the history clear and transparent.
[0061] The following will further explain the concept, specific structure, and technical effects of the present invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, so as to fully understand the purpose, features, and effects of the present invention. Attached Figure Description
[0062] Figure 1 shows a flowchart of an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation
[0063] Example
[0064] As shown in Figure 1, a method for ensuring gas safety in key locations includes the following steps:
[0065] Step 1: Collect basic data;
[0066] Step 2: Use BIM technology to create 3D models of key locations;
[0067] In practical applications, key venues refer to public places with complex functions such as large-scale exhibitions, hotels, and commercial complexes; they are characterized by complex internal structures and intricate gas pipelines.
[0068] Step 3: After completing the 3D modeling of key locations, review the model.
[0069] In practical applications, the purpose of the audit is to ensure the consistency between the model and the drawings and the site, and to ensure the accuracy of the model.
[0070] Step 4: Perform lightweight model transfer on the reviewed and approved model;
[0071] Step 5: After completing the lightweight model handover, use the corresponding platform with B / S architecture for key location digital delivery to decompose the model on the floor plan, design the cockpit, develop functions and deploy the project.
[0072] The model is optimized using AR and positioning technologies on a mobile device and then uploaded to an AR collaboration platform. The location is confirmed by creating and placing QR codes on the AR collaboration platform.
[0073] Step 6: After completing the platform deployment and QR code arrangement, conduct testing;
[0074] If the test fails, data debugging will be performed before going live. Subsequent updates and maintenance will be carried out based on the data and services.
[0075] The invention utilizes BIM technology to construct a three-dimensional model, and the spatial layout of the combustible gas alarm system and gas pipeline facilities restored by the BIM model can be updated in real time. This allows for a more realistic reflection of the actual situation of gas facilities, achieving comprehensive visualization of gas facilities in key locations and improving the efficiency and accuracy of gas safety assurance.
[0076] Through IoT technology, real-time monitoring and data collection of gas facilities have been achieved, providing strong support for early warning and decision-making.
[0077] AR technology enabled real-time interaction between on-site personnel and the BIM model, improving the speed and accuracy of on-site response.
[0078] In some embodiments, in step 1, the collection of basic data includes the building site plan, individual building plans, gas plans and system diagrams, gas alarm plans and system diagrams, and past change and maintenance records.
[0079] In some embodiments, in step 2, Autodesk Revit 2019 is used as the modeling tool for modeling.
[0080] In some embodiments, in step 2, the scope of the three-dimensional modeling of key locations is: a model of the entire process from the land boundary line to the buried medium-pressure gas meter, the pressure regulator, the pipeline, the gas meter, the pipeline, and the gas-using equipment.
[0081] In some embodiments, in step 2, the depth of 3D modeling for key locations is: the building meets the LOD300 standard, and the gas and alarm models meet the LOD400 standard.
[0082] In some embodiments, step 3 is specifically as follows:
[0083] Step 3.1: When submitting BIM models for each specialty, the models need to be split by specialty / floor.
[0084] Step 3.2: Check whether the BIM model contains information consistent with the 2D CAD drawings;
[0085] Step 3.3: When submitting the model, should unused items in the file be cleared, and useless imported files and linked external reference files be deleted?
[0086] Step 3.4: Perform collision checks on the models of each discipline and resolve any collision issues. After the model checks are completed and confirmed to be error-free, submit the model.
[0087] In some embodiments, if the models are inconsistent, model correction work needs to be performed in step 3.4.
[0088] In some embodiments, step 4, lightweight model handover, refers to using a self-developed BIM model lightweighting platform to lightweight the model.
[0089] In practical applications, the above-mentioned technical means can realize the simplification, transformation and reduction of the model in terms of geometric entities, information carrying and construction logic, reduce the amount of model data and useless information, thereby improving the model display efficiency, rendering speed and interactivity, while reducing the computing cost.
[0090] In some embodiments, in step 5, the QR code is placed by downloading, printing, and affixing it to the corresponding physical space, so that inspection personnel can open the AR inspection application on an iPad to scan the QR code and complete the model matching and positioning.
[0091] In some embodiments, in step 6, testing refers to the testing work carried out after the platform project deployment and QR code placement are completed, testing whether the AR inspection data of the mobile terminal can be uploaded to the platform, and going online for use after passing the test, and then updating and maintaining the data and services accordingly.
[0092] The present invention also provides a system for running the above-mentioned method for ensuring gas safety in key locations based on BIM, AR and IoT technologies, including a platform terminal, two centers and five major supports;
[0093] The platform includes a visual inspection system and a combustible gas alarm system. It is an integrated platform that integrates inspection, examination and alarm functions. After the lightweight model is uploaded to the platform, scene design and functional design are carried out on the back end.
[0094] The scene design includes the following function switches: airflow direction, inspection record display, transparency, gas pipeline, and free rotation;
[0095] The lightweight model includes a riser system for gas and gas alarms, and displays subsystems based on the gas pipeline system, as well as buildings, equipment, gas, and gas alarms by profession;
[0096] The two centers are the data visualization center and the emergency response command center.
[0097] Visualized data presentation is the core of data management;
[0098] The emergency response command center serves as the core for project inspection, monitoring, and reporting.
[0099] The five supporting technologies include AR technology, big data, cloud platforms, the Internet of Things, and positioning devices;
[0100] AR technology is used to overlay real-time feedback and a sense of presence onto concealed works.
[0101] Big data is used to store structured information, including pipelines and equipment.
[0102] In some embodiments, the platform is also used for model splitting, cockpit design, feature development, and project deployment;
[0103] Model splitting refers to splitting the uploaded lightweight model into categories such as majors and floors.
[0104] The cockpit design includes an overall project overview and information on the gas equipment;
[0105] The overall project overview includes the project name, address, and gas usage area;
[0106] Information on gas equipment includes pipeline length, number of pressure regulators, number of combustible alarms, number of gas-using devices, and number of shut-off valves;
[0107] Function development refers to developing gas source traceability diagrams and pipeline attribute displays on a single floor plan in a secondary scenario.
[0108] Pipe properties are displayed, including type, name, diameter, elevation, material, and stage.
[0109] Project deployment refers to the cloud deployment or local deployment of a project after its development is completed.
[0110] In some embodiments, an AR mobile device employing AR and positioning technologies is also included;
[0111] AR mobile devices are used to quickly view gas pipelines, equipment and spatial layout in 3D mode, as well as for inspection in AR mode. They can be used for model optimization, uploading to the AR platform, creating QR codes and deploying QR codes.
[0112] Model optimization refers to using the same model as the platform to optimize and process the model's structure, simplifying the structure while retaining information such as type, name, caliber, elevation, material, and stage.
[0113] In practical applications, the above-mentioned technical means can achieve optimized results.
[0114] Uploading to the AR platform refers to uploading the processed model to the AR platform.
[0115] QR codes are created on the AR platform. Generally, the creation principle is to select gas riser, gas meter, and entrance / exit points.
[0116] In practical applications, the QR code is placed 1.2 meters above the ground, created horizontally, and its size is 10cm*10cm.
[0117] Placing a QR code refers to printing out the created QR code and pasting it at the corresponding location in the real-world scene.
[0118] In practical applications, this invention uses AR technology to overlay real-time feedback and a sense of presence onto concealed works, making inspections more efficient and accurate. Big data stores structured information such as pipelines and equipment, facilitating rapid retrieval of target objects, ensuring no data loss, and enabling instant reconstruction and recovery, thus completing the construction of an intelligent and digital security system.
[0119] The preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described in detail above. It should be understood that those skilled in the art can make numerous modifications and variations based on the concept of the present invention without creative effort. Therefore, all technical solutions that can be obtained by those skilled in the art based on the concept of the present invention through logical analysis, reasoning, or limited experimentation on the basis of existing technology should be within the scope of protection defined by the claims.
Claims
1. A method for ensuring gas safety in key locations; characterized in that, Includes the following steps: Step 1: Collect basic data; the basic data collection includes the building site plan, individual building plans, gas plan and system diagram, gas alarm plan and system diagram, and past change and maintenance records; Step 2: Use BIM technology to create 3D models of key locations; the scope of 3D modeling of key locations includes the entire process from the land boundary line to buried medium-pressure gas, pressure regulator, pipeline, gas meter, and gas-using equipment. Step 3: After completing the 3D modeling of key locations, review the model. Step 4: Perform lightweight model transfer on the model after the review is completed; Step 5: After completing the lightweight transfer of the model, the model is disassembled, the cockpit is designed, the functions are developed and the project is deployed on the floor plan through the corresponding B / S architecture digital delivery platform for key locations. The model is optimized using AR and positioning technologies on a mobile device and then uploaded to an AR collaboration platform. The location is confirmed by creating and placing QR codes on the AR collaboration platform. Step 6: After completing the platform deployment and QR code arrangement, conduct testing; If the test fails, data debugging will be performed before going live. Subsequent updates and maintenance will be carried out based on the data and services.
2. The method for ensuring gas safety in key locations according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step 2, the depth of 3D modeling for key locations is as follows: buildings meet the LOD300 standard, and gas and alarm models meet the LOD400 standard.
3. The method for ensuring gas safety in key locations according to claim 1, characterized in that, The specific details in step 3 are as follows: Step 3.1: When submitting BIM models for each specialty, the models need to be split by specialty / floor. Step 3.2: Check whether the BIM model contains information consistent with the 2D CAD drawings; Step 3.3: When submitting the model, should unused items in the file be cleared, and useless imported files and linked external reference files be deleted? Step 3.4: Perform collision checks on the models of each discipline and resolve any collision issues. After the model checks are completed and confirmed to be error-free, submit the model.
4. The method for ensuring gas safety in key locations according to claim 3, characterized in that, In step 3.4, if the models are inconsistent, model correction work needs to be performed.
5. The method for ensuring gas safety in key locations according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step 4, the lightweight model handover refers to using a self-developed BIM model lightweighting platform to lightweight the model.
6. The method for ensuring gas safety in key locations according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step 5, the QR code is placed by downloading, printing, and affixing it to the corresponding physical space, so that inspection personnel can scan the QR code by opening the AR inspection application on an iPad to complete the model matching and positioning.
7. The method for ensuring gas safety in key locations according to claim 1, characterized in that, In step 6, the test refers to the test performed after the project deployment and QR code placement are completed on the platform. The test is conducted to see if the AR inspection data from the mobile terminal can be uploaded to the platform. After passing the test, the data is put into use, and subsequent updates and maintenance are performed based on the data and services.
8. A gas safety assurance system for key locations, characterized in that, A method for ensuring gas safety in key locations as described in any one of claims 1 to 7 includes a platform terminal, two centers, and five major supports; The platform includes a visual inspection system and a combustible gas alarm system, forming an integrated platform that combines inspection, monitoring, and alarm functions. After the lightweight model is uploaded to the platform, scene and function designs are performed on the platform. The scene design includes the following function switches: airflow direction, inspection record display, transparency, gas pipeline, and free rotation; The lightweight model includes a riser system for gas and gas alarms, and displays subsystems based on the gas pipeline system, as well as buildings, equipment, gas, and gas alarms by profession. The two centers are a data visualization center and an emergency response command center, respectively. The visualized data presentation serves as the core of data management. The emergency response command center is the core of the project's inspection, monitoring, and reporting. The five supporting technologies include AR technology, big data, cloud platforms, the Internet of Things, and positioning devices. The AR technology is used to overlay real-time feedback and a sense of presence onto concealed works. The big data will store structured information, including pipelines and equipment.
9. A gas safety assurance system for key locations according to claim 8, characterized in that, The platform is also used for model splitting and processing, cockpit design, function development, and project deployment; The model splitting process refers to splitting the uploaded lightweight model into categories such as major and floor. The cockpit design includes an overall project overview and details of the gas equipment. The project overview includes the project name, address, and gas usage area; The gas equipment information includes pipeline length, number of pressure regulators, number of combustible alarms, number of gas-using devices, and number of shut-off valves; The aforementioned functional development refers to the development of gas source traceability diagrams and pipeline attribute displays on a single floor plan within a secondary scenario. The pipeline attributes displayed include type, name, diameter, elevation, material, and stage; The project deployment refers to the cloud deployment or local deployment of the project after its development is completed.
10. A gas safety assurance system for key locations according to claim 8, characterized in that, It also includes AR mobile devices that utilize AR and positioning technologies; The AR mobile terminal is used to quickly view gas pipelines, equipment and spatial layout in 3D mode, as well as to conduct inspections in AR mode. It can be used for model optimization, uploading to the AR platform, creating QR codes and deploying QR codes. The model optimization process refers to using the same model as the platform to optimize and process the structure of the model, simplifying the structure while retaining the type, name, diameter, elevation, material, and stage information. Uploading to the AR platform refers to uploading the processed model to the AR platform. The creation of the QR code is carried out on the AR platform. The creation principle is generally to select the gas riser, gas meter, and entrance / exit. The placement of the QR code refers to printing out the created QR code and pasting it at the corresponding location in the real-world scene.