An efficient aerial rail transportation system

Abstract

This invention provides a highly efficient aerial rail transportation system, comprising an aerial rail frame, an upper transport module, and a lower transport module. Both the upper and lower transport modules are electrically driven for the positioning and transportation of standard containers. Each module includes a mounting plate, a piezoelectric generator module, a pantograph, a controller, a traction transformer, a traction motor, a coupling, and wheels. The traction converter includes a rectifier and an inverter. This invention utilizes an aerial rail frame for high-altitude construction and transportation, avoiding land occupation. Each container has its own powered transport module for positioning and transportation of standard containers. Construction costs are 1 / 3 to 1 / 5 of traditional railways, overall transportation costs are 1 / 5 to 1 / 10 of railway transportation costs, and the construction period is 1 / 3 or even shorter than that of traditional railways. It is environmentally friendly, effectively protecting the transportation environment and conforming to national policies. Aerial rail transportation can completely solve the transportation cost problem for coal and other bulk commodities in western China, offering excellent economic benefits.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of rail transportation, specifically to an efficient aerial rail transportation system. Background Technology

[0002] Coal, as a fossil resource, is also one of my country's most stable energy sources. my country's coal reserves are predominantly located in the northwest, with smaller, scattered reserves in the southeast. Therefore, it's necessary to transport coal from west to east and then from north to south. Efficiently transporting coal and reducing costs is a significant transportation challenge. Through continuous exploration and evolution, combined with rapid integration and optimization, the overall logistics system has become relatively mature, primarily relying on road and rail transport, supplemented by a small amount of river and sea transport. However, with the introduction of carbon neutrality and national environmental protection policies, this road and rail transport model urgently needs improvement.

[0003] Specifically, during transportation, coal resources are easily affected by weather conditions such as wind, rain, and snow. Exposed coal dust from the roof can be blown along highways or railway lines, severely damaging the environment and wasting coal resources. For example, loose coal can adhere to electrical insulation equipment and power grids along the lines, reducing the performance and lifespan of the equipment. Loose coal is also quite corrosive, potentially causing corrosion and damage to houses, trees, and vehicles, with a particularly noticeable impact on residential areas. Prolonged inhalation of large amounts of coal by nearby residents can seriously affect their health. Furthermore, research has shown that it can hinder plant photosynthesis and inhibit the healthy growth of crops.

[0004] In the context of globalization, rapid economic growth has driven up coal demand, leading to a dramatic increase in coal transportation by truck. Coal trucks circulate back and forth between coal-producing areas and power plants, causing widespread and prolonged traffic jams on highways due to the increased number of large coal trucks. There have been instances of continuous traffic congestion lasting more than ten days, drawing widespread attention worldwide and causing negative social impacts. Long-distance truck transportation of coal is not only fuel-intensive but also generates significant amounts of exhaust fumes, increasing carbon emissions, making it uneconomical and costly. Furthermore, the underdeveloped railway system cannot meet the demands of energy transportation over long distances.

[0005] Therefore, due to various factors, both of the above methods have significant shortcomings. Using trucks on highways results in high transportation costs and low transportation efficiency, leading to an overall increase in coal prices. Furthermore, border checkpoints have low inspection efficiency and generate a great deal of dust, causing serious environmental problems. Railway coal transportation tends to occupy arable land, has high construction costs, and also presents significant problems. There is an urgent need to propose an efficient aerial rail transportation system. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide an efficient aerial rail transportation system that can transport goods and people at ultra-low cost, and features high efficiency, small footprint, low cost, short construction period, no pollution, and rapid customs clearance.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention proposes the following technical solution: an efficient aerial rail transportation system, comprising:

[0008] Skyrail frames are used to carry transport modules. They have upper and lower tracks and are used for high-altitude construction, avoiding land occupation.

[0009] The transportation module includes an upper transportation module and a lower transportation module. The upper transportation module is installed above the empty rail frame, and the lower transportation module is installed below the empty rail frame. Both the upper and lower transportation modules are electrically driven and are used for the positioning and transportation of standard containers.

[0010] The transmission module is used to transmit containers to the downward transport module;

[0011] The upper and lower transport modules each include a mounting plate, a piezoelectric power generation module, a pantograph, a controller, a traction transformer, a traction motor, a coupling shaft, and wheels. The traction converter includes a rectifier and an inverter.

[0012] The wheels of the upper and lower transport modules slide on the top and bottom of the air rail frame, respectively. The traction motor is connected to the wheels through a coupling and gearbox. The mounting plate is used to connect the standard container. The pantograph contacts the power grid system and the traction transformer and traction converter transmit power to the traction motor. The control is connected to the traction motor, pantograph, traction transformer and traction converter.

[0013] The piezoelectric power generation module is installed on the shaft between the two wheels. The voltage generated by the piezoelectric power generation module is stored by a DC / DC converter, and then the DC power source from the piezoelectric power generation module and the pantograph power supply module is converted into a stable frequency AC power source by a current inverter. The AC power source drives the traction motor, and the traction motor drives the wheels to rotate.

[0014] It is also equipped with a power grid system, solar panels, wind power generation modules, and energy storage modules. The solar panels and wind power generation modules are used to generate electricity and store the electrical energy in the energy storage modules, which in turn supply power to the power grid system.

[0015] It also includes a positioning component, which includes an image sensor and an image marker. The image sensor is mounted on the transport module, and the image marker is set on the aerial rail frame. The image sensor is used to capture images in real time during the movement of the aerial rail vehicle, so as to parse the positioning marker corresponding to the beam column closest to the aerial rail vehicle from the image, and to locate the aerial rail vehicle according to the timestamp of the image and the positioning marker.

[0016] Furthermore, in this invention, the bottom of the air rail frame is fixedly connected to several support frames.

[0017] Furthermore, the present invention also includes a lifting module, which is used to move the container between the upper transport module and the lower transport module.

[0018] The base is equipped with a linear reciprocating component, which drives the lifting module to perform linear motion.

[0019] Furthermore, in this invention, the mounting plate of the upper transport module is provided with a container slot, and the bottom of the container can be placed in the container slot.

[0020] Hooks are movably connected to the mounting plate of the lower transport module, and these hooks can automatically connect to the corner fittings of the container.

[0021] Furthermore, the present invention also includes a coal conveying assembly and a dust cover. The coal conveying assembly is used to transport coal from the mine to the container. The coal conveying assembly is a screw conveyor or a belt conveyor. The coal conveying assembly transports coal into the container of the upward transport module.

[0022] The dust cover is installed on the air rail frame. The lifting module can output the container to the bottom of the dust cover. The dust cover is connected to a dust pipe, which is connected to a vacuum cleaner.

[0023] Furthermore, in this invention, a leveling assembly is provided inside the dust cover. The leveling assembly includes a cylinder and a scraper. The cylinder is fixedly connected inside the dust cover. The cylinder drives the scraper to slide on the top of the container, and the top of the scraper contacts the top of the container.

[0024] Furthermore, in this invention, the top of the container has an automatically sliding cover plate. When loading coal, the cover plate automatically opens, and the cover plate closes after the container is full.

[0025] Furthermore, in this invention, the lifting module includes two support frames, on which a lifting cylinder is mounted. The output end of the lifting cylinder is fixedly connected to a connecting plate, and the connecting plate is fixedly connected to an insert plate, which can be inserted into the bottom of the container.

[0026] The linear reciprocating assembly includes a direct-push cylinder. A connecting rod is fixedly connected to the output end of the linear reciprocating assembly. Both ends of the connecting rod are fixedly connected to a support frame. A pulley is provided at the bottom of the support frame. A groove adapted to the pulley is provided on the base.

[0027] Beneficial effects: The technical solution of this application has the following technical effects: This invention adopts aerial rail construction and transportation, avoiding land occupation. Each container has its own powered transportation module for positioning and transportation of standard containers. The construction cost is 1 / 3 to 1 / 5 of that of traditional railways, the overall transportation cost is 1 / 5 to 1 / 10 of that of railway transportation, and the construction period is 1 / 3 or even shorter than that of traditional railways. It is environmentally friendly, effectively protecting the environment of transportation transit, and conforms to national policies. Aerial rail transportation can completely solve the transportation cost problem of coal and other bulk commodities in western China, and has excellent economic benefits.

[0028] It should be understood that all combinations of the foregoing concepts and the additional concepts described in more detail below can be considered part of the inventive subject matter of this disclosure, provided that such concepts do not contradict each other.

[0029] The foregoing and other aspects, embodiments, and features of the teachings of the present invention will be more fully understood from the following description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Other additional aspects of the invention, such as features and / or beneficial effects of exemplary embodiments, will become apparent from the following description or may be learned through practice of specific embodiments according to the teachings of the present invention. Attached Figure Description

[0030] The accompanying drawings are not intended to be drawn to scale. In the drawings, each identical or nearly identical component shown in the various figures may be denoted by the same reference numeral. For clarity, not every component is labeled in each figure. Embodiments of various aspects of the invention will now be described by way of example and with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the transportation process of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the transportation process of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the shipping process of the present invention.

[0034] Figure 4 This is a partial schematic diagram of the shipping process of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the shipping process of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 6This is a schematic diagram of the loading and unloading process of the present invention.

[0037] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the loading and unloading process of the present invention.

[0038] The meanings of the labels in the attached diagram are as follows: 1. Empty rail frame; 2. Upper transport module; 3. Lower transport module; 4. Lifting module; 5. Linear reciprocating assembly; 6. Transmission module; 7. Base; 8. Coal conveying assembly; 9. Dust cover; 10. Dust collector. Detailed Implementation

[0039] To better understand the technical content of this invention, specific embodiments are described below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Various aspects of the invention are described in this disclosure with reference to the accompanying drawings, which illustrate numerous illustrative embodiments. The embodiments of this disclosure are not necessarily defined to include all aspects of the invention. It should be understood that the various concepts and embodiments described above, as well as those described in more detail below, can be implemented in any of many ways, because the concepts and embodiments disclosed in this invention are not limited to any particular implementation. Furthermore, some aspects of this invention can be used alone or in any suitable combination with other aspects of this invention.

[0040] Example 1:

[0041] like Figure 1-5 A highly efficient aerial rail transportation system, comprising:

[0042] The air rail frame 1 is used to carry the transport module. The air rail frame 1 has an upper slide rail and a lower slide rail. Several support frames are fixedly connected to the bottom of the air rail frame 1. The air rail frame 1 is constructed at high altitude to avoid occupying land.

[0043] The transportation module includes an upper transportation module 2 and a lower transportation module 3. The upper transportation module 2 is installed above the empty rail frame 1, and the lower transportation module 3 is installed below the empty rail frame 1. Both the upper transportation module 2 and the lower transportation module 3 are electrically driven and used for the positioning and transportation of standard containers. The mounting plate of the upper transportation module 2 has a container slot, and the bottom of the container can be placed in the container slot. The mounting plate of the lower transportation module 3 is movably connected with hooks, which can automatically connect to the corner fittings of the container.

[0044] Transmission module 6 is used to transfer containers to the downward transport module 3;

[0045] The upper transport module 2 and the lower transport module 3 each include a mounting plate, a piezoelectric power generation module, a pantograph, a controller, a traction transformer, a traction motor, a coupling shaft, and wheels. The traction converter includes a rectifier and an inverter.

[0046] The wheels of the upper transport module 2 and the lower transport module 3 slide on the top and bottom of the air rail frame 1, respectively. The traction motor is connected to the wheels through a coupling and gearbox. The mounting plate is used to connect the standard container. The pantograph contacts the power grid system and the traction transformer and traction converter transmit power to the traction motor. The control is connected to the traction motor, pantograph, traction transformer and traction converter.

[0047] The piezoelectric generator module is installed on the axle between the two wheels. The voltage generated by the piezoelectric generator module is stored by a DC / DC converter, and then the DC power source from the piezoelectric generator module and the pantograph power supply module is converted into a stable frequency AC power source by a current inverter. The AC power source drives the traction motor, and the traction motor drives the wheels to rotate.

[0048] It is also equipped with a power grid system, solar panels, wind power generation modules, and energy storage modules. The solar panels and wind power generation modules are used to generate electricity and store the electrical energy in the energy storage modules, which in turn supply power to the power grid system.

[0049] It also includes a positioning component, which includes an image sensor and an image marker. The image sensor is installed on the transport module, and the image marker is set on the aerial rail frame 1. The image sensor is used to capture images in real time during the movement of the aerial rail vehicle, so as to extract the positioning marker corresponding to the beam column closest to the aerial rail vehicle from the image, and to locate the aerial rail vehicle according to the timestamp of the image and the positioning marker.

[0050] In this embodiment, a base 7, a linear reciprocating assembly 5, and a lifting module 4 are also included. The linear reciprocating assembly 5 drives the lifting module 4 to perform linear motion. The lifting module 4 is used to move the container between the upper transport module 2 and the lower transport module 3.

[0051] Specifically, the lifting module 4 includes two support frames, on which a lifting cylinder is installed. The output end of the lifting cylinder is fixedly connected to a connecting plate, and the connecting plate is fixedly connected to an insert plate, which can be inserted into the bottom of the container.

[0052] The linear reciprocating assembly 5 includes a direct-push cylinder. The output end of the linear reciprocating assembly 5 is fixedly connected to a connecting rod. Both ends of the connecting rod are fixedly connected to a support frame. The bottom of the support frame is provided with a pulley, and the base 7 is provided with a sliding groove that matches the pulley.

[0053] In this embodiment, a coal conveying assembly 8 and a dust cover 9 are also included. The coal conveying assembly 8 is used to transport coal from the mine to the container. The coal conveying assembly 8 is a screw conveyor or a belt conveyor. The coal conveying assembly 8 transports coal into the container of the upward transport module 2. The dust cover 9 is installed on the empty rail frame 1. The lifting module 4 can output the container to the bottom of the dust cover 9. The dust cover 9 is connected to a dustproof pipe, which is connected to a vacuum cleaner 10. The dust cover 9 and the vacuum cleaner 10 can effectively reduce waste and environmental pollution during coal loading and reduce the occurrence of coal dust.

[0054] In this embodiment, a leveling component is provided inside the dust cover 9. The leveling component includes a cylinder and a scraper. The cylinder is fixedly connected inside the dust cover 9. The cylinder drives the scraper to slide on the top of the container. The top of the scraper contacts the top of the container. The leveling component can scrape the coal on the top of the container evenly, thereby improving loading and unloading efficiency.

[0055] Furthermore, in this invention, the top of the container has an automatically sliding cover plate. When loading coal, the cover plate opens automatically, and the cover plate closes after the container is full.

[0056] In operation, the container is transported to the lower transport module 3 via the transmission module 6. Then, the lifting module 4 transfers the container to the upper transport module 2. The coal conveying component 8 is activated, and a screw conveyor or belt conveyor feeds coal into the container. Dust is reduced by the dust cover 9 and the vacuum cleaner 10, and the container is leveled by the leveling component. Once full, the cover is closed. The linear reciprocating component 5 then moves the lifting module 4 forward, inserting its insert plate into the bottom of the container. The lifting module 4 lifts the container, and the linear reciprocating component 5 moves it backward. The lifting module 4 then moves the container down to the position of the lower transport module 3. The linear reciprocating component 5 moves the lifting module 4 forward again, connecting the container's corner fittings with the hooks of the lower transport module 3. The linear reciprocating component 5 then moves the lifting module 4 backward, completing the loading of coal into the lower transport module 3. For the upper transport module 2, the container is simply placed on the upper transport module 2, achieving synchronous dual-track transport between the upper and lower transport modules 2 and 3. The same lifting module 4 and linear reciprocating component 5 are installed at the unloading end.

[0057] This embodiment employs aerial rail construction and transportation, avoiding land occupation. Each container has its own powered transportation module for positioning and transporting standard containers. The construction cost is 1 / 3 to 1 / 5 of that of traditional railways, the overall transportation cost is 1 / 5 to 1 / 10 of that of railway transportation, and the construction period is 1 / 3 or even shorter than that of traditional railways. It is environmentally friendly, effectively protecting the environment for transportation transit, and complies with national policies. Aerial rail transportation can completely solve the transportation cost problem of coal and other bulk commodities in western China, and has excellent economic benefits.

[0058] like Figure 6 and 7 As shown, at the receiving station (coal unloading end), the fully loaded container is transported down via lifting module 4 to connect with heavy transport trucks. The container is then directly transported to the power plant after coal is unloaded. The empty container is then returned to the receiving station for reuse, preventing it from being returned to the coal plant and wasting transportation resources. This creates a closed loop for air rail transport; for example, goods can be loaded into empty containers. The container is then transported to an intermediate receiving station for unloading.

[0059] Based on the above embodiments, the present invention can be modified and applied, such as in Embodiment 2:

[0060] Unlike Example 1, this invention replaces the shipping container with a long cable car cabin, thereby enabling the skyrail to function in personnel transportation. For example, it can replace aerial cable cars and intercity railways, requiring only multiple connecting stations. This skyrail patent can be used for industrial purposes as well as for civilian tourism, aerial transportation of people, and intercity transportation. The economic and social benefits are enormous.

[0061] While the present invention has been disclosed above with reference to preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the invention. Those skilled in the art can make various modifications and refinements without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention shall be determined by the claims.

Claims

1. A highly efficient aerial rail transportation system, characterized in that: include: The air rail frame (1) is used to carry the transport module. The air rail frame (1) has an upper slide rail and a lower slide rail. The air rail frame (1) is constructed at high altitudes to avoid occupying land. The transportation module includes an upper transportation module (2) and a lower transportation module (3). The upper transportation module (2) is installed above the empty rail frame (1), and the lower transportation module (3) is installed below the empty rail frame (1). Both the upper transportation module (2) and the lower transportation module (3) are electrically driven and used for the positioning and transportation of standard containers. The transmission module (6) is used to transmit containers to the downward transport module (3); The upper transport module (2) and the lower transport module (3) both include a mounting plate, a piezoelectric power generation module, a pantograph, a controller, a traction transformer, a traction motor, a coupling shaft and wheels, and the traction converter includes a rectifier and an inverter. The wheels of the upper transport module (2) and the lower transport module (3) slide on the top and bottom of the air rail frame (1) respectively. The traction motor is connected to the wheels through the coupling and gearbox. The mounting plate is used to connect the standard container. The pantograph contacts the power grid system and the traction transformer and traction converter transmit power to the traction motor. The control is connected to the traction motor, pantograph, traction transformer and traction converter. The piezoelectric power generation module is installed on the shaft between the two wheels. The voltage generated by the piezoelectric power generation module is stored by a DC / DC converter, and then the DC power source from the piezoelectric power generation module and the pantograph power supply module is converted into a stable frequency AC power source by a current inverter. The AC power source drives the traction motor, and the traction motor drives the wheels to rotate. It is also equipped with a power grid system, solar panels, wind power generation modules, and energy storage modules. The solar panels and wind power generation modules are used to generate electricity and store the electrical energy in the energy storage modules, which in turn supply power to the power grid system. It also includes a positioning component, which includes an image sensor and an image marker. The image sensor is installed on the transport module and the image marker is set on the air rail frame (1). The image sensor is used to capture images in real time during the movement of the air rail vehicle, so as to parse the positioning marker corresponding to the beam column closest to the air rail vehicle from the image, and to locate the air rail vehicle according to the timestamp of the image and the positioning marker. It also includes a lifting module (4), which is used to move the container between the upper transport module (2) and the lower transport module (3); The base (7) is provided with a linear reciprocating component (5), which drives the lifting module (4) to make linear movements. It also includes a coal conveying assembly (8) and a dust cover (9). The coal conveying assembly (8) is used to transport coal from the mine to the container. The coal conveying assembly (8) is a screw conveyor or a belt conveyor. The coal conveying assembly (8) transports coal into the container of the upward transport module (2). The dust cover (9) is installed on the air rail frame (1), and the lifting module (4) can output the container to the bottom of the dust cover (9). The dust cover (9) is connected to a dust pipe, which is connected to a vacuum cleaner (10). The dust cover (9) is equipped with a leveling component, which includes a cylinder and a scraper. The cylinder is fixedly connected inside the dust cover (9). The cylinder drives the scraper to slide on the top of the container, and the top of the scraper contacts the top of the container. The container has an automatically sliding cover on top. When loading coal, the cover opens automatically, and the cover closes after the container is full. The lifting module (4) includes two support frames, on which a lifting cylinder is installed. The output end of the lifting cylinder is fixedly connected to a connecting plate, and the connecting plate is fixedly connected to an insert plate, which can be inserted into the bottom of the container. The linear reciprocating assembly (5) includes a direct-push cylinder. The output end of the linear reciprocating assembly (5) is fixedly connected to a connecting rod. The two ends of the connecting rod are respectively fixedly connected to a support frame. The bottom of the support frame is provided with a pulley. The base (7) is provided with a sliding groove adapted to the pulley.

2. The efficient aerial rail transportation system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the air rail frame (1) is fixedly connected to several support frames.

3. The efficient aerial rail transportation system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper transport module (2) has a container slot on its mounting plate, and the bottom of the container can be placed in the container slot. The mounting plate of the lower transport module (3) is movably connected with a hook, which can automatically connect to the corner fittings of the container.

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