WO2006082266A1 - Buoyage and environmental monitoring instrument for use on regatta courses, comprising an inflatable pneumatic platform and a modular mast which can be folded and transported in a reduced-size compact packing container - Google Patents

Buoyage and environmental monitoring instrument for use on regatta courses, comprising an inflatable pneumatic platform and a modular mast which can be folded and transported in a reduced-size compact packing container Download PDF

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WO2006082266A1
WO2006082266A1 PCT/ES2006/000038 ES2006000038W WO2006082266A1 WO 2006082266 A1 WO2006082266 A1 WO 2006082266A1 ES 2006000038 W ES2006000038 W ES 2006000038W WO 2006082266 A1 WO2006082266 A1 WO 2006082266A1
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Maria José RUEDA LOPEZ
Octavio Llinas Gonzalez
Carlos Barrera Rodriguez
Maria Guadalupe Villagarcia Ubeda
Javier Perez Marrero
Andres Cianca Aguilar
Juana María GODOY DELGADO
Leire Maroto Goikoetxea
Laura Cardona Diaz
Esther Gonzalez Roncero
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  • the present invention fits in parallel in two technical sectors of the marine environment: on the one hand, the maritime signaling or beacon designated for sports sailing regatta fields, and on the other, the monitoring of real-time environmental parameters with direct application, in this case, and without pretending to be limited in scope, to the sport of sports sailing.
  • pneumatic or plastic beacons In the matter of instrumentation that has been used to date, to carry out the marking and control of these sporting events, the use of pneumatic or plastic beacons is imposed, whose main characteristics respond to: spherical, cylindrical or pyramidal shape, orange or yellow, variable dimensions depending on the size of the race course (always with the objective of being visible from a sufficiently wide distance by the sailor himself) and in contact with the bottom through a funding train (variable depending on the environmental conditions of the place)
  • the present invention intends to integrate both aspects, in such a way that in parallel to the marking and delimitation of the competition area, there is a real-time and continuous monitoring of the environmental parameters of interest and conditions for the optimal development of competitions in any of the classes of Candle existing today.
  • the present invention refers to an instrument integrated by inflatable pneumatic platform and modular mast, foldable and transportable in compact packaging of small dimensions and easy handling, intended for beaconing and monitoring of real-time environmental parameters of sports sailing regatta fields. Simultaneously, it is intended to delimit the area of development of such nautical tests, while characterizing, in real time and continuously, their environmental conditions, both meteorological and oceanographic.
  • the system consists of two distinct units. Namely, an inflatable pneumatic float (1) and a support structure - mast- (2), the latter in charge of housing the meteorological instrumentation
  • the float element (1) made of pneumatic or plastic material, has the particular characteristic of being inflatable or removable according to requirement. Its basic functions respond to: giving the necessary buoyancy to the system as a whole and to another part, allowing to visualize the ends that delimit the designated area, this float element (1). whose physical characteristics are determined by the standards that regulate the type of sports activity in question (dimensions, heat, 7), it is located approximately in the center of the longitudinal plane of the system as a whole. The reason for this location responds to the needs that arise in terms of balance and buoyancy by the same.
  • the float element (1) is crossed longitudinally in the plane perpendicular to the one formed between it and the sea surface, by a support structure - mast- (2) responsible for housing the meteorological (3) and oceanographic (6) instrumentation as well the set of elements intended for communications (4) and other electromechanical components (5).
  • the dimensions of the support-mast structure (2) are variable, depending on the type of measurement instrumentation to be placed in it. It consists of several pieces, each of which is intended to house a certain electronic element or component, thus offering a greater degree of modularity and ease in both assembly and transport.
  • the meteorological instrumentation (3) will be located, leaving the oceanographic instrumentation (6) located either near its submerged end or at the bottom of the float element ( one).
  • meteorological (3) and oceanographic (6) instrumentation are variable, although in any case, it responds at all times to the international standards proposed by the competent agencies, in environmental monitoring.
  • the communications system (4) is located along the interior of the support structure - mast - (2), with the exception of the antenna element, which shares location with the meteorological instrumentation (3).
  • the communication system between the measuring platform and ground is carried out through a radio frequency transmitter device and / or a satellite transmitter device,
  • the power supply that integrates this measurement and beaconing system consists of batteries and / or accumulators, which have the additional option of being powered by an alternative and ecological energy source, such as photovoltaic cells and / or wind turbines.
  • All the devices or elements that make up the system have a degree of IP68 tightness, which guarantees a greater degree of protection against adverse environmental conditions that the marine environment usually shows.
  • Figure 1 corresponds to an elevation view of the invention, showing a longitudinal section thereof.
  • Figure 1 shows the segmentation or modularity of the support structure - mast - (2) and the float element (1).
  • the upper to lower module of the support structure - mast - (2) has an accessory element as a protector, which increases the safety of the meteorological (3) and oceanographic (4) instruments during the transport of the instrument as a whole by the mentioned packing system.
  • Figure 2 corresponds to an elevation view of the invention, according to claim 10, observing protective elements of easy placement at both ends of the support structure - mast - (2), preferably, intended for transporting the Instrument.
  • J mast- (2) divided into several modules (variable number, although to illustrate this example, they are considered 4), which we will call, for a better understanding such as: high module - contains the meteorological instrumentation (3) and communications antenna (4), - intermediate module - communications systems (4) and electromechanical components (5) -, flotation module - float element (1) and electromechanical components (5) - and interior module oceanographic instrumentation (6) and electromechanical components all adaptable to each other in a certain sequence.
  • high module - contains the meteorological instrumentation (3) and communications antenna (4), - intermediate module - communications systems (4) and electromechanical components (5) -, flotation module - float element (1) and electromechanical components (5) - and interior module oceanographic instrumentation (6) and electromechanical components all adaptable to each other in a certain sequence.
  • the next module to assemble must be the flotation module. Connected the oceanographic instrumentation to the central processing device of the system and closed the connection between both modules.
  • the assembly continues with the high module, which the intermediate module must be adapted by the upper end of the latter, with this, we will be able to connect the group of meteorological sensors and communication devices (antenna) with the flotation module, where they will usually be located electronic devices intended for the management and optimal operation of the system as a whole.
  • the Intermediate module who will assemble with the flotation module to leave the system completely assembled.
  • the platform will be transferred to the defined anchorage site. At that time, the float element will be swollen, if not done before placing the platform on the vessel destined for transfer to the point of selected funding. In both cases, an external source of pressurized air will be required for swelling of the float element. • Finally, the platform will be fixed to the selected anchoring train by means of fastening system (7) located at the lower end of the mast, being placed in its corresponding position.
  • the present invention refers to an instrument with application both in the sport of sailing and in real-time monitoring of environmental parameters in the marine environment.
  • Invention offers an important route of industrial application.

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Abstract

The invention relates to a buoyage and environmental monitoring instrument for use on regatta courses, comprising an inflatable pneumatic platform and a modular mast which can be folded and transported in a reduced-size compact packing container. The invention is used simultaneously to define the area to be used for such nautical events and to characterise the environmental conditions thereof, both meteorological and oceanographic. The inventive system comprises an inflatable pneumatic float (1) and a mast support structure (2) which houses the meteorological (3) and oceanographic (6) instrumentation, a set of communication elements (4), electromechanical components (5) and an anchoring system (7). The reduced weight and modular nature of the invention enable same to be managed using small-capacity vessels without the need for additional infrastructures, which is important given the degree by which regatta courses can vary during competitions.

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INSTRUMENTO DE BALIZAMIENTO Y MONITORIZACIÓN AMBIENTAL EN CAMPOS DE REGATA, INTEGRADO POR PLATAFORMA NEUMÁTICA HINCHABLE Y MÁSTIL MODULAR, PLEGABLES Y TRANSPORTABLES EN EMBALAJE COMPACTO DE REDUCIDAS DIMENSIONESINSTRUMENT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MONITORING AND MONITORING IN REGAT FIELDS, INTEGRATED BY INFLATABLE AND MODULAR, PLATABLE AND TRANSPORTABLE PNEUMATIC PLATFORM IN COMPACT PACKING OF REDUCED DIMENSIONS
DESCRIPCIÓNDESCRIPTION
SECTOR DE LA TÉCNICASECTOR OF THE TECHNIQUE
La presente invención se encuadra de manera paralela en dos sectores técnicos del medio marino: por un lado, la señalización marítima o balizamiento designada a campos de regata de vela deportiva, y por otro, la monitorización de parámetros ambientales en tiempo real con aplicación directa, en este caso, y sin pretender ser limitativo de su alcance, al deporte de la vela deportiva.The present invention fits in parallel in two technical sectors of the marine environment: on the one hand, the maritime signaling or beacon designated for sports sailing regatta fields, and on the other, the monitoring of real-time environmental parameters with direct application, in this case, and without pretending to be limited in scope, to the sport of sports sailing.
ESTADO DE LA TÉCNICASTATE OF THE TECHNIQUE
El avance tecnológico que día a día experimenta nuestra sociedad, se ve reflejado de manera más que significativa en el deporte. Este hecho, hace que la mayor parte de disciplinas deportivas se estén beneficiando de la multidisciplinariedad tecnológica que el mercado ofrece en la actualidad. Dentro de este apartado, la vela de competición no deja de ser una excepción.The technological advance that our society experiences every day is reflected more than significantly in sport. This fact means that most sports disciplines are benefiting from the technological multidisciplinarity that the market currently offers. Within this section, the competition sail is still an exception.
Todas les disciplinas en vela de competición se desarrollan en un marco geográfico similar, bajo unas condiciones ambientales determinadas. Esto es, todas necesitan de un campo de regatas balizado, cuyas dimensiones deberán estar acordes con la disciplina o modalidad a desarrollar y además, se hace necesario el conocimiento en la mayor medida posible de los parámetros ambientales condicionantes de estos eventos deportivos (principalmente, dirección e intensidad del viento y corriente superficial del mar).All competition sailing disciplines are developed in a similar geographical framework, under certain environmental conditions. That is, they all need a beamed race course, whose dimensions must be consistent with the discipline or modality to develop and in addition, knowledge is necessary to the greatest extent possible of the environmental parameters conditioning these sporting events (mainly, wind direction and intensity and sea surface current).
La delimitación o balizamiento de estos campos de regata, debe realizarse con plataformas flotantes o bayas, de determinadas características constructivas (material, color dimensiones, ubicación respecto al fondo...), si bien no existe actualmente una legislación especifica a tal efecto. Únicamente, debe tenerse en cuenta la legislación genérica en materia de restricciones de fondeo en determinadas zonas (inmediaciones a zonas portuarias, zonas de intenso tráfico marítimo, maniobras militares, reservas marinas...), normativa genérica de señalización marítima así como la opinión particular del capitán marítimo de la zona en cuestión.The delimitation or marking of these regatta fields, must be done with floating platforms or berries, of certain constructive characteristics (material, color dimensions, location with respect to the bottom ...), although there is currently no specific legislation for this purpose. Only, the generic legislation regarding restrictions of funding in certain areas (immediate vicinity to port areas, areas of intense maritime traffic, military maneuvers, marine reserves ...), generic maritime signaling regulations as well as the particular opinion should be taken into account of the sea captain of the area in question.
En materia de instrumentación que hasta la fecha se viene utilizando, para llevar a cabo el balizamiento y control de estos eventos deportivos, se impone el uso de balizas neumáticas o plásticas, cuyas características principales responden a: forma esférica, cilindrica o piramidal, color naranja o amarilla, dimensiones variables en función del tamaño del campo de regatas (siempre con el objetivo de ser visibles desde una distancia suficientemente amplia por parte del propio regatista) y en contacto con el fondo a través de un tren de fondeo (variable en función da las condiciones ambientales del lugar)In the matter of instrumentation that has been used to date, to carry out the marking and control of these sporting events, the use of pneumatic or plastic beacons is imposed, whose main characteristics respond to: spherical, cylindrical or pyramidal shape, orange or yellow, variable dimensions depending on the size of the race course (always with the objective of being visible from a sufficiently wide distance by the sailor himself) and in contact with the bottom through a funding train (variable depending on the environmental conditions of the place)
De lo expuesto, se deduce la existencia de una tecnología que cubre las necesidades en materia de balizamiento en los campos de regata. No obstante, la monitorización de las condiciones ambientales (en particular, parámetros criticas para el óptimo desarrollo de este deporte como son: dirección e intensidad del viento y corriente superficial en el mar) es reducida. A tal efecto, y hasta la fecha, dichos requerimientos se resuelven de manera parcial con la información aportada por estaciones meteorológicas terrestres situadas (en el mejor de los casos) a varios centenares de metros de la zona de competición, o bien, mediante la medida in-situ, a intervalos y no de manera continua, desde embarcaciones mediante el usó de instrumentación "manual".From the above, the existence of a technology that covers the beaconing needs in the race fields is deduced. However, the monitoring of environmental conditions (in particular, critical parameters for the optimal development of this sport such as: wind direction and intensity and surface current in the sea) is reduced. For this purpose, and to date, these requirements are partially resolved with the information provided by terrestrial meteorological stations located (in the best case) several hundred meters from the competition zone, or, by measurement on-site, at intervals and not continuously, from vessels using the "manual" instrumentation.
La presente invención pretende integrar ambos aspectos, de tal manera que paralelamente al balizamiento y delimitación del área de competición, exista una monitorización en tiempo real y continua de los parámetros ambientales de interés y condicionantes para el óptimo desarrolla de competiciones en cualquiera de las clases de vela existentes en la actualidad.The present invention intends to integrate both aspects, in such a way that in parallel to the marking and delimitation of the competition area, there is a real-time and continuous monitoring of the environmental parameters of interest and conditions for the optimal development of competitions in any of the classes of Candle existing today.
DESCRIPCIÓN DETALLADA DE LA INVENCIÓNDETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
La presente invención hace referencia a un instrumento integrado por plataforma neumática hinchable y mástil modular, plegables y transportables en embalaje compacto de reducidas dimensiones y de fácil manejo, destinado al balizamiento y monitorización de parámetros ambientales en tiempo real de campos de regata en vela deportiva. Se pretende de manera simultánea, delimitar el área de desarrollo de tales pruebas náuticas, a la vez que se caracterizan, en tiempo real y de manera continua, sus condiciones ambientales, tanto meteorológicas como oceanógraficas.The present invention refers to an instrument integrated by inflatable pneumatic platform and modular mast, foldable and transportable in compact packaging of small dimensions and easy handling, intended for beaconing and monitoring of real-time environmental parameters of sports sailing regatta fields. Simultaneously, it is intended to delimit the area of development of such nautical tests, while characterizing, in real time and continuously, their environmental conditions, both meteorological and oceanographic.
Se debe destacar especialmente el elevado carácter modular y el reducido peso del sistema en su conjunto, lo que posibilita su transporte usando un sistema de embalaje compacto (por ejemplo, tipo maleta) de reducidas dimensiones.Particularly noteworthy is the high modular nature and the reduced weight of the system as a whole, which makes it possible to transport it using a compact packaging system (for example, suitcase type) of small dimensions
Esta facilidad en su manejo se extiende una vez el instrumento ha sido montado y emplazado en el medio marino, siendo posible en este caso, realizar una rápida modificación en la delimitación del campo de regatas.This ease in handling extends once the instrument has been mounted and placed in the marine environment, being possible in this case, to make a rapid modification in the delimitation of the race course.
Este aspecto es de gran Importancia, debido al elevado grado de variabilidad que sufren estas áreas durante el desarrollo de las pruebas como consecuencia de una repentina variación en las condiciones ambientales (principalmente las referidas al viento).This aspect is of great importance, due to the high degree of variability that these areas suffer during the development of the tests as a result of a sudden variation in environmental conditions (mainly those related to wind).
El sistema se compone de dos unidades diferenciadas. A saber, un flotador neumático hinchable (1) y una estructura soporte - mástil- (2), encargado este último de albergar la instrumentación meteorológicaThe system consists of two distinct units. Namely, an inflatable pneumatic float (1) and a support structure - mast- (2), the latter in charge of housing the meteorological instrumentation
(3) y oceanógrafica (6), así como el conjunto de elementos destinados a las comunicaciones (4), componentes electromecánicos (6), y sistema de sujeción (7) al tren de fondeo.(3) and oceanographic (6), as well as the set of elements for communications (4), electromechanical components (6), and fastening system (7) to the anchoring train.
El elemento flotador (1), fabricado en material neumático o plástico, presenta la característica particular de ser hinchable o deshinchable según requerimiento. Sus funciones básicas responden a: dar la flotabilidad necesaria al sistema en conjunto y par otra parte, permitir visualizar los extremos que delimitan el área designada, este elemento flotador (1). cuyas características físicas están determinadas por los estándares que regulan el tipo de actividad deportiva en cuestión (dimensiones, calor, ..), se encuentra situado aproximadamente en el centro del plano longitudinal del sistema en su conjunto. La razón de dicha ubicación responde a las necesidades que se plantean en materia de equilibrio y flotabilidad por parte del mismo. El elemento flotador (1) se encuentra atravesado longitudinalmente en el plano perpendicular al formado entre éste y la superficie del mar, por una estructura soporte - mástil- (2) encargada de albergar la instrumentación meteorológica (3) y oceanógrafica (6) así corno el conjunto de elementos destinados a las comunicaciones (4) y demás componentes electromecánicos (5).The float element (1), made of pneumatic or plastic material, has the particular characteristic of being inflatable or removable according to requirement. Its basic functions respond to: giving the necessary buoyancy to the system as a whole and to another part, allowing to visualize the ends that delimit the designated area, this float element (1). whose physical characteristics are determined by the standards that regulate the type of sports activity in question (dimensions, heat, ...), it is located approximately in the center of the longitudinal plane of the system as a whole. The reason for this location responds to the needs that arise in terms of balance and buoyancy by the same. The float element (1) is crossed longitudinally in the plane perpendicular to the one formed between it and the sea surface, by a support structure - mast- (2) responsible for housing the meteorological (3) and oceanographic (6) instrumentation as well the set of elements intended for communications (4) and other electromechanical components (5).
Las dimensiones de la estructura soporte-mástil-(2) son variables, en función del tipo de instrumentación de medida a colocar en ella. Se constituye de varias piezas, cada una de las cuales destinada a albergar un determinado elemento o componente electrónico, ofreciendo así un mayor grado de modularidad y facilidad tanto en el montaje como en el transporte. En cuanto a la disposición de elementos sobre dicho mástil, en su extremo emergido, quedará ubicada la instrumentación meteorológica (3), quedando la instrumentación oceanógrafica (6) emplazada bien en las inmediaciones de su extremo sumergido o en la parte inferior del elemento flotador (1).The dimensions of the support-mast structure (2) are variable, depending on the type of measurement instrumentation to be placed in it. It consists of several pieces, each of which is intended to house a certain electronic element or component, thus offering a greater degree of modularity and ease in both assembly and transport. As for the arrangement of elements on said mast, at its emerged end, the meteorological instrumentation (3) will be located, leaving the oceanographic instrumentation (6) located either near its submerged end or at the bottom of the float element ( one).
La naturaleza tanto de la instrumentación meteorológica (3) como oceanógrafica (6) es variable, si bien en cualquier caso, responde en todo momento a los estándares internacionales propuestos por los organismos competentes, en materia de monitorización ambiental.The nature of both meteorological (3) and oceanographic (6) instrumentation is variable, although in any case, it responds at all times to the international standards proposed by the competent agencies, in environmental monitoring.
El sistema de comunicaciones (4) está ubicado a lo largo del interior de la estructura soporte -mástil- (2), a excepción del elemento antena, el cual comparte ubicación con la instrumentación meteorológica (3). El sistema de comunicación entre la plataforma de medida y tierra, se realiza a través de un dispositivo transmisor radio- frecuencia y/ o un dispositivo transmisor vía satélite, La fuente de alimentación que integra este sistema de medida y balizamiento, está constituido por baterías y/o acumuladores, los cuales cuentan con la opción adicional de ser alimentados mediante una fuente energética alternativa y ecológica, tales como células fotovoltaicas y/o aerogeneradores.The communications system (4) is located along the interior of the support structure - mast - (2), with the exception of the antenna element, which shares location with the meteorological instrumentation (3). The communication system between the measuring platform and ground is carried out through a radio frequency transmitter device and / or a satellite transmitter device, The power supply that integrates this measurement and beaconing system consists of batteries and / or accumulators, which have the additional option of being powered by an alternative and ecological energy source, such as photovoltaic cells and / or wind turbines.
Todos los dispositivos o elementos que componen el sistema, poseen un grado de estanqueidad IP68, lo cual garantiza en mayor medida la protección ante las condiciones ambientales adversas que muestra habitualmente el medio marino.All the devices or elements that make up the system have a degree of IP68 tightness, which guarantees a greater degree of protection against adverse environmental conditions that the marine environment usually shows.
Dado el carácter modular que el sistema ofrece, se hace posible la adaptación de demás dispositivos en caso de ser necesario, tales como elementos de señalización nocturna y diurna, cumpliendo de este modo con la normativa vigente en materia de señalización marítima.Given the modular nature that the system offers, it is possible to adapt other devices if necessary, such as night and daytime signaling elements, thus complying with current regulations on maritime signaling.
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La figura 1 corresponde a una vista en alzado de la invención, observándose un corte longitudinal de la misma.Figure 1 corresponds to an elevation view of the invention, showing a longitudinal section thereof.
En dicha figura 1 se pueden observar la totalidad de los elementos que conforman el Instrumento, esto es, el elemento flotador (1), el cual se encuentra atravesado longitudinalmente en el plano vertical, por una estructura soporte -mástil- (2) encargada ésta de albergar la Instrumentación meteorológica (3) y oceanógrafica (6), así como el conjunto de elementos destinados a las comunicaciones (4) y demás componentes electromecánicos (5). A su vez, la figure 1 muestra la segmentación o modularidad de la estructura soporte - mástil- (2) y del elemento flotador (1). El módulo superior a inferior de la estructura soporte -mástil- (2) cuentan con un elemento accesorio a modo de protector, el cual aumenta la seguridad de la Instrumentación meteorológica (3) y oceanógrafica (4) durante el transporte del instrumento en su conjunto mediante el sistema embalaje mencionado.In said figure 1 you can see all the elements that make up the Instrument, that is, the float element (1), which is crossed longitudinally in the vertical plane, by a support structure -mastil- (2) commissioned by it to house the Meteorological (3) and oceanographic (6) Instrumentation, as well as the set of elements for communications (4) and other electromechanical components (5). In turn, Figure 1 shows the segmentation or modularity of the support structure - mast - (2) and the float element (1). The upper to lower module of the support structure - mast - (2) has an accessory element as a protector, which increases the safety of the meteorological (3) and oceanographic (4) instruments during the transport of the instrument as a whole by the mentioned packing system.
De la misma figura 1 se pude observar la presencia de un elemento de fijación (7), ubicado en el extremo inferior del mástil (2), destinado a la sujeción del instrumento con el correspondiente tren de fondeo.From the same figure 1 we can see the presence of a fixing element (7), located at the lower end of the mast (2), intended to hold the instrument with the corresponding anchoring train.
La figura 2 corresponde a una vista en alzado de la invención, según reivindicación 10, observándose elementos protectores de fácil colocación en ambos extremos de la estructura soporte -mástil- (2), destinados, de manera preferente, al transporte del Instrumento.Figure 2 corresponds to an elevation view of the invention, according to claim 10, observing protective elements of easy placement at both ends of the support structure - mast - (2), preferably, intended for transporting the Instrument.
MODO DE REALIZACIÓN DE LA INVENCIÓNEMBODIMENT OF THE INVENTION
La presente invención se ilustra mediante el siguiente ejemplo, si bien éste no pretende ser limitativo de su alcanceThe present invention is illustrated by the following example, although it is not intended to limit its scope
Atendiendo a los elementos, ya descritos, qué conforman la presente invención, un modo de ensamblaje y funcionamiento de los mismos en conjunto podría describirse de la siguiente forma:Based on the elements, already described, what make up the present invention, a mode of assembly and operation thereof together could be described as follows:
m En primer lugar, se hace necesario considerar a la estructura soportem First, it is necessary to consider the support structure
J :mástíl-(2) dividida en varios módulos (número variable, si bien para ilustrar este ejemplo, se consideran 4), a los que denominaremos, para un mejor entendimiento como: módulo alto -contiene la instrumentación meteorológica (3) y antena de comunicaciones (4), - módulo intermedio -sistemas de comunicaciones (4) y componentes electromecánicos (5)-, módulo flotación - elemento flotador (1) y componentes electromecánicos (5)- y módulo interior instrumentación oceanógrafica (6) y componentes electromecánicos todos ellos adaptables unos a otros en una determinada secuencia. J: mast- (2) divided into several modules (variable number, although to illustrate this example, they are considered 4), which we will call, for a better understanding such as: high module - contains the meteorological instrumentation (3) and communications antenna (4), - intermediate module - communications systems (4) and electromechanical components (5) -, flotation module - float element (1) and electromechanical components (5) - and interior module oceanographic instrumentation (6) and electromechanical components all adaptable to each other in a certain sequence.
• Tomaremos como punto de partida el módulo flotación, sobre el que se realizará el ensamblaje del resto de módulos, de manera que la integración de éstos resulte lo más fácil posible al usuario.• We will take as a starting point the flotation module, on which the rest of the modules will be assembled, so that their integration is as easy as possible for the user.
• Para ello, el siguiente módulo a ensamblar deberá ser el módulo flotación. Conectada la instrumentación oceanógrafica al dispositivo central de procesado del sistema y cerrada la conexión entre ambos módulos. El ensamblaje prosigue con el módulo alto, el cual debe ser adaptado el módulo intermedio por el extremo superior de éste último, Con ello, conseguiremos conectar el grupo de sensores meteorológicos y dispositivos de comunicación (antena) con el módulo flotación, donde habitualmente quedarán ubicados los dispositivos electrónicos destinados a la gestión y óptimo funcionamiento del sistema en su conjunto. Por ultimo, dentro de este apartado, será el módulo Intermedio quien ensamblará con el módulo flotación para dejar el sistema montado por completo.• To do this, the next module to assemble must be the flotation module. Connected the oceanographic instrumentation to the central processing device of the system and closed the connection between both modules. The assembly continues with the high module, which the intermediate module must be adapted by the upper end of the latter, with this, we will be able to connect the group of meteorological sensors and communication devices (antenna) with the flotation module, where they will usually be located electronic devices intended for the management and optimal operation of the system as a whole. Finally, within this section, it will be the Intermediate module who will assemble with the flotation module to leave the system completely assembled.
• Ensamblados los cuatro módulos descritos, se trasladará la plataforma al lugar de fondeo definido, En ese momento, se procederá al hinchado del elemento flotador, en caso de no haberlo hecho antes de emplazar la plataforma en la embarcación destinada a su traslado al punto de fondeo seleccionado. En ambos casos, se requerirá de una fuente externa de aire a presión para el hinchado del elemento flotador. • Por última, se fijará la plataforma al tren de fondeo seleccionado mediante sistema de sujeción (7) situado en el extremo inferior del mástil, colocándose en su posición correspondiente.• Assembled the four modules described, the platform will be transferred to the defined anchorage site. At that time, the float element will be swollen, if not done before placing the platform on the vessel destined for transfer to the point of selected funding. In both cases, an external source of pressurized air will be required for swelling of the float element. • Finally, the platform will be fixed to the selected anchoring train by means of fastening system (7) located at the lower end of the mast, being placed in its corresponding position.
APLICACIÓN INDUSTRIALINDUSTRIAL APPLICATION
La presente invención hace referencia a un Instrumento con aplicación tanto en el deporte de la vela como en la monitorización en tiempo real de parámetros ambientales en el medio marino.The present invention refers to an instrument with application both in the sport of sailing and in real-time monitoring of environmental parameters in the marine environment.
A tal efecto, se Ilustran una serie de ejemplos de aplicaciones industriales, los cuales no pretenden ser limitativos de su alcance.To this end, a series of examples of industrial applications are illustrated, which are not intended to be limiting of their scope.
Así, sé específica la relevancia que supone la invención en el área del deporte de la vela de competición, en todo su amplio abanico de categorías, permitiendo un conocimiento continuo y en tiempo real de las condiciones que regulan los campos de regatas, a la vez que se delimita al área designada para la celebración de tales eventos.Thus, be specific the relevance of the invention in the area of competition sailing sport, in all its wide range of categories, allowing a continuous and real-time knowledge of the conditions that regulate the racing fields, at the same time that is delimited to the area designated for the celebration of such events.
Paralelamente, las Instituciones y organismos competentes en esta materia, podrían tener en consideración la presente invención, corno un elemento imprescindible a modo de Infraestructura necesaria para llevar a cabo de manera óptima la celebración de estas competiciones deportivas. De este modo, entendernos que dado al volumen deAt the same time, the Institutions and organizations competent in this matter, could take into account the present invention, as an essential element as an Infrastructure necessary to carry out optimally the celebration of these sports competitions. In this way, understand that given the volume of
Instituciones y organismos en este ámbito, así corno el auge continuo que está experimentando el deporte de la vela a nivel mundial, la presenteInstitutions and organizations in this area, as well as the continuous boom that is experiencing the sport of sailing worldwide, this
Invención ofrece una importante vía de aplicación industrial. Invention offers an important route of industrial application.

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Ia. Instrumento para balizamiento y monitorización de parámetros ambientales en tiempo real de campos de regata, integrado por plataforma neumática y mástil, plegables y transportables en embalaje compacto de reducidas dimensiones.I a . Instrument for beaconing and monitoring of real-time environmental parameters of regatta fields, composed of pneumatic and mast platform, foldable and transportable in compact packaging of small dimensions.
2a. El instrumento de la reivindicación I5 caracterizado por su flotador neumático-plástico hinchable (1) de dimensiones variables, función de los requerimientos por parte del usuario.2 a . The instrument of claim I 5 characterized by its inflatable pneumatic-plastic float (1) of varying dimensions, depending on the requirements of the user.
3a. El Instrumento da la reivindicación 1, en su elemento flotador (1), se caracteriza por estar atravesado longitudinalmente en el plano perpendicular al formado entre éste y la superficie del mar, por una estructura soporte -mástil- (2).3 a . The Instrument of claim 1, in its floating element (1), is characterized by being crossed longitudinally in the plane perpendicular to that formed between it and the sea surface, by a support structure -mastil- (2).
4a. El instrumento de la reivindicación 1, caracterizado por tener a su estructura soporte -mástil-(2) estructurada en varios módulos o piezas.4 a . The instrument of claim 1, characterized by having its support structure - mast - (2) structured in several modules or parts.
5a. El instrumento de la reivindicación 1, caracterizado por tener su estructura soporte -mástil-(2) como elemento encargado de albergar los diferentes dispositivos de medida y comunicación.5 a . The instrument of claim 1, characterized by having its support structure -mastil- (2) as an element in charge of housing the different measuring and communication devices.
6a. El instrumento de la reivindicación 1, caracterizado por integrar instrumentación meteorológica (3) y oceanógrafica (6), así como el conjunto de dispositivos destinados a las comunicaciones (4) y demás componentes electromecánicos requeridos (5). a. El instrumento do la reivindicación 1, caracterizado por integrar en su estructura soporte -mástil-(2) un dispositivo de comunicaciones (4) constituido por un transmisor radio-frecuencia y/o un transmisor vía satélite.6 a . The instrument of claim 1, characterized by integrating meteorological (3) and oceanographic (6) instrumentation, as well as the set of devices intended for communications (4) and other required electromechanical components (5). a . The instrument of claim 1, characterized in that a communications device (4) consisting of a radio-frequency transmitter and / or a satellite transmitter is integrated into its support structure - mast - (2).
a. El instrumento de la reivindicación 1, caracterizado por integrar en su estructura soporte -mástil-(2) un conjunto de componentes electromecánicos (5), tales como un sistema de alimentación autónomo. a . The instrument of claim 1, characterized by integrating in its support structure -mast- (2) a set of electromechanical components (5), such as an autonomous feeding system.
a. El instrumento de la reivindicación 1, caracterizado por integrar en su estructura soporte — mástil-(2) un sistema de alimentación a través de baterías y/o acumuladores, cuya fuente energética es de naturaleza alternativa y ecológica (células fotovoltaicas y/o aerogenerador) a . The instrument of claim 1, characterized by integrating into its support structure - mast - (2) a power system through batteries and / or accumulators, whose energy source is of an alternative and ecological nature (photovoltaic cells and / or wind turbine)
10a.El instrumento de la reivindicación 1, caracterizado por integrar en los extremos superior e inferior de su estructura soporte — mástil-(2) un sistema protector de la instrumentación meteorológica (3) y oceanógrafica (6) de fácil colocación, utilizable durante su transporte.10 a . The instrument of claim 1, characterized in that it integrates in the upper and lower ends of its support structure - mast - (2) a protective system for meteorological instrumentation (3) and oceanographic (6) of easy placement, usable during his transport.
l la.El Instrumento de la reivindicación 1, caracterizado por los aspectos descritos en las reivindicaciones 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 y 9, cumple con la normativa vigente en materia de señalización marítima, celebración de competiciones de vela y monitorización de parámetros ambientales.ll a . The Instrument of claim 1, characterized by the aspects described in claims 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9, complies with current regulations on maritime signaling, holding sailing competitions and monitoring of environmental parameters.
12a.El Instrumento de la reivindicación 1, con el doble objetivo de delimitar el área de desarrollo de pruebas náuticas, a la vez que se caracterizan, en tiempo real y de manera continua, sus condiciones ambientales, tanto meteorológicas como oceanógraficas. 12 a . The Instrument of claim 1, with the double objective of delimiting the area of development of nautical tests, while characterize, in real time and continuously, their environmental conditions, both meteorological and oceanographic.
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