WO2006015572A1 - Diving chamber device, especially for underworld observation - Google Patents
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- WO2006015572A1 WO2006015572A1 PCT/DE2005/001259 DE2005001259W WO2006015572A1 WO 2006015572 A1 WO2006015572 A1 WO 2006015572A1 DE 2005001259 W DE2005001259 W DE 2005001259W WO 2006015572 A1 WO2006015572 A1 WO 2006015572A1
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
- B63C—LAUNCHING, HAULING-OUT, OR DRY-DOCKING OF VESSELS; LIFE-SAVING IN WATER; EQUIPMENT FOR DWELLING OR WORKING UNDER WATER; MEANS FOR SALVAGING OR SEARCHING FOR UNDERWATER OBJECTS
- B63C11/00—Equipment for dwelling or working underwater; Means for searching for underwater objects
- B63C11/48—Means for searching for underwater objects
- B63C11/49—Floating structures with underwater viewing devices, e.g. with windows ; Arrangements on floating structures of underwater viewing devices, e.g. on boats
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
- B63C—LAUNCHING, HAULING-OUT, OR DRY-DOCKING OF VESSELS; LIFE-SAVING IN WATER; EQUIPMENT FOR DWELLING OR WORKING UNDER WATER; MEANS FOR SALVAGING OR SEARCHING FOR UNDERWATER OBJECTS
- B63C11/00—Equipment for dwelling or working underwater; Means for searching for underwater objects
- B63C11/34—Diving chambers with mechanical link, e.g. cable, to a base
- B63C11/36—Diving chambers with mechanical link, e.g. cable, to a base of closed type
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- B—PERFORMING OPERATIONS; TRANSPORTING
- B63—SHIPS OR OTHER WATERBORNE VESSELS; RELATED EQUIPMENT
- B63C—LAUNCHING, HAULING-OUT, OR DRY-DOCKING OF VESSELS; LIFE-SAVING IN WATER; EQUIPMENT FOR DWELLING OR WORKING UNDER WATER; MEANS FOR SALVAGING OR SEARCHING FOR UNDERWATER OBJECTS
- B63C11/00—Equipment for dwelling or working underwater; Means for searching for underwater objects
- B63C11/34—Diving chambers with mechanical link, e.g. cable, to a base
- B63C11/36—Diving chambers with mechanical link, e.g. cable, to a base of closed type
- B63C11/38—Diving chambers with mechanical link, e.g. cable, to a base of closed type with entrance above water surface
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- the invention relates to an overpressure-free diving chamber device for observing the underwater world, which can be operated independently of a ship. This can also be used by tourists without special health conditions, diving training etc.
- the underwater world is a special experience for many people.
- the observation with the help of a diving equipment requires extensive prerequisites (health, training, technology).
- the stay is costly, time-limited and not without risk (emergence speed, injuries). Therefore, various technical devices have been developed that can be used by any tourist or other person for consideration of the underwater world.
- the simplest form is a large aquarium with a transparent, walk-under underwater tunnel.
- the water world is Artificially created, location bound and very expensive in construction and in the entertainment.
- the simplest solution according to this principle is a diving cabin, which is connected to a ship via a steel cable. With winches on the ship, the free length of the steel cable and thus the depth of the diving cabin can be adjusted. Required supply lines are guided on the steel cable from the ship to the submersible cabin.
- the suspension on a steel cable has many disadvantages.
- a tubular hollow body is mounted vertically pivotable on a floating body.
- the free end is designed as a diving chamber.
- At the connected end is the entrance.
- a depth is reached, which corresponds approximately to the length of the hollow body.
- DE OS 30 21 670 the dipping chamber is articulated on two cantilever-like arms, which are rotatably connected to a respective float.
- the rail guide consists of two opposite guide rails, which are attached approximately vertically to the overwater hull.
- This guide rods are guided, which are firmly connected to the diving cabin. With a cable, the guide rods are pushed down with the diving cabin and so set the depth.
- the size of the rail guide is limited by the size of the overwater hull.
- the underwater chamber can indeed swim, but the burden is not significantly reduced. It must be towed in this case and also during maintenance work in a port, resulting in high operating costs. The use is thus limited to relatively calm waters. Furthermore, the stationing on the waterbed causes a greater interference with the natural environment. This results in high requirements for site permits, environmental impact assessments, etc.
- the object of the invention is therefore to provide a device which allows observation of the underwater world even at locations with temporarily higher loads due to waves, ice, etc. and under normal pressure conditions in the diving chamber.
- the environmental impact is to be reduced and a convenient access for the users to be created.
- a diving chamber is guided on at least one anchored in or on the water bottom guide support from above the water surface to below this movable.
- guides and a drive unit for the vertical movement are arranged on the guide support (s) or on the immersion chamber.
- the diving chamber In the upper position, above the water, the diving chamber is protected from the effects of the water. Maintenance and repairs are possible without any problems.
- the dip chamber is approximately annular and arranged in the central opening a central guide support, whereby the dipping chamber device has a simple structure and only one guide support is required.
- Claims 10 to 14 contain various drive systems for raising / lowering and rotating the immersion chamber, which are particularly well suited for the conditions in the water. These are Trieb ⁇ stock or chain drives. According to claim 11, the drive unit is arranged elevated on the dipping chamber. At low depths, this thus remains above the water level, which reduces the technical complexity.
- FIG. 1 shows a diving chamber device in a side view in different height positions
- Figure 2 shows a plan view of the diving chamber device in section.
- FIG. 3 shows in a three-dimensional representation the immersion chamber device with an elevated double drive train on the immersion chamber.
- the immersion chamber 1 consists of a Tauch ⁇ chamber 1, an annular steel body. The diameter is 10 m and the height is 3 m. In the vertical outer wall flameproof windows 6 are attached.
- the immersion chamber 1 has an inner tube section which directly comprises the central guide support 2 and an outer coaxial tubular section 10. Both sections are connected at the upper and lower ends by a plurality of radially extending profiles 11, are secured to the bottom and cover plates of the immersion chamber 1 ,
- In the ceiling wall is a watertight hatch 5 and below a staircase for the inner access.
- the access door is arranged in the outer coaxial tube-shaped section 10. On the ceiling wall, a tube with a watertight hatch is welded, which serves as an emergency exit.
- the dip chamber 1 encloses a guide post 2. This is designed as a ram tube with 1.2 m in diameter and rammed into the bottom of the water. Between the vertical inner wall of the immersion chamber 1 and the guide support 2 are several guides 9, distributed on the circumference and one above the other. These consist of vertical steel profiles on the guide support 2 and rollers on the inner wall of the immersion chamber 1. According to the variant of FIG. 1 is attached to the outside of the top wall and at the bottom of each chain end. The lower chain runs around a deflecting wheel at the bottom of the water at the ram tube 2 upwards. The upper chain leads directly to a chain drive with electric drive 3, which are arranged on top of the ram tube 2.
- the dipping chamber 1 can be lifted upwards or against the Boost to be moved to the river bottom.
- the weight of the immersion chamber 1 is dimensioned in relation to the volume so that the buoyancy force of the immersed immersion chamber 1 is about twice as large as the weight. In the event of an accident or maintenance work, no lifting equipment is needed to catch up. Furthermore, the driving force for diving and lifting over the water level is the same.
- a brake system is available with which the diving chamber 1 can be set in the respective position.
- FIG. 3 shows a drive variant with a driving gear transmission.
- the Rammrohr 2 longitudinally two opposite end blocks 12 are attached.
- two drive stick wheels are mounted elevated on a frame 13, which are in engagement with the drive sticks.
- About clutches and gears these are each connected to a drive motor.
- This is a waterproof encapsulated electric motor.
- the power is supplied via a cable, which is guided by a cable drum on the guide support. At low depths, the drive remains above the water level.
- the interior of the diving chamber 1 is undivided and equipped with seats. By pivoting the seats, the underwater world or an indoor area can be observed for demonstrations.
- Feeding equipment can additionally attract living beings. Illuminations improve the visibility.
- the immersion chamber 1 is lowered from the uppermost rest position to the level of an access. After Ein ⁇ rose the people and close the front door, the diving chamber 1 is further lowered. With the immersion in the water acts on the dipping chamber 1, a buoyancy force that must be overcome by the driving force. After reaching the water bottom parking brakes are actuated to relieve the drives. The persons can now observe the underwater world for as long as they like.
- the immersion chamber 1 is über ⁇ pressure-free and is supplied with fresh air and electricity via lines. To emerge the parking brakes are released on the drives.
- the diving chamber 1 rises to the top. From the height of the float, the drives must overcome the weight of the immersion chamber 1 and lift it up to the height of the access.
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EP05771255A EP1776269B1 (en) | 2004-08-11 | 2005-07-18 | Diving chamber device, especially for underworld observation |
DE112005002516T DE112005002516A5 (en) | 2004-08-11 | 2005-07-18 | Diving chamber device, in particular for observing the underwater world |
DE502005006483T DE502005006483D1 (en) | 2004-08-11 | 2005-07-18 | DIVING CHAMBER DEVICE, ESPECIALLY FOR OBSERVING THE UNDERWATER WORLD |
EGNA2007000135 EG24575A (en) | 2004-08-11 | 2007-02-06 | Diving chamber device especially for underworld observation |
TNP2007000046A TNSN07046A1 (en) | 2004-08-11 | 2007-02-09 | Diving chamber device, especially for underworld observation |
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