A vehicle-mounted rubber dinghy fixing device

Abstract

This utility model discloses a vehicle-mounted inflatable boat fixing device, comprising a continuous track system consisting of a transverse track on the roof of a fire truck, a vertical track on the side of the fire truck, and an arc-shaped track connecting the two. A slidable fixed carriage is installed on the track system to support and fix the inflatable boat. A drive mechanism on the fire truck is connected to the fixed carriage via ropes. By controlling the drive mechanism to extend and retract the ropes, the fixed carriage can be pulled to smoothly move the inflatable boat along the track system, realizing the mechanized transfer of the inflatable boat between the roof and the ground. This invention transforms traditional manual handling into mechanized operation, requiring only one person to quickly complete the deployment and retrieval operations, greatly improving rescue response efficiency and operational safety. Simultaneously, the track system effectively guides and constrains the movement path, preventing collisions with the boat hull. It has the advantages of reasonable structure, simple operation, and high reliability.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fire rescue, and in particular to a vehicle-mounted rubber boat fixing device. Background Technology

[0002] Inflatable boats are indispensable water-based operational equipment in firefighting, emergency rescue, and other fields, typically transported to disaster sites by fire trucks. Currently, vehicle-mounted inflatable boats are generally secured directly to the roof of the fire truck using a simple strapping method. Upon arrival at the rescue site, multiple firefighters must work together to manually lift the heavy inflatable boat from the roof, which is several meters high. This process not only consumes a significant amount of manpower and valuable time, severely impacting emergency response efficiency, but also poses significant safety hazards: firstly, firefighters are highly susceptible to muscle strains during the lifting process; secondly, in complex and slippery disaster sites, personnel are at risk of falling while working at heights. Reloading the inflatable boat back onto the roof after the rescue also faces the same difficulties. Although some general-purpose lifting or sliding devices exist in existing technology, their structures are not specifically designed for the deployment and retrieval of fire trucks and inflatable boats, making it difficult to ensure rapid and stable transfer while adapting to the limited space of the fire truck and achieving convenient integration with the vehicle body. Therefore, there is an urgent need for a mechanized deployment and retrieval device specifically designed for fire trucks to solve the aforementioned bottleneck problems. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. To this end, this invention proposes a vehicle-mounted inflatable boat securing device, which enables the mechanized deployment and retrieval of inflatable boats through a track system and an electric skid, transforming traditional manual handling into remote operation by a single person, significantly improving rescue efficiency and ensuring operational safety.

[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: A vehicle-mounted rubber boat securing device, comprising The track system includes a transverse track installed on the top of the fire truck, a vertical track installed on the side of the fire truck, and an arc-shaped track connecting the transverse track and the vertical track; A fixed carriage, slidably mounted on the track system, is used to support and secure the inflatable boat; A drive mechanism is installed on the fire truck. The drive mechanism is connected to a rope, and the free end of the rope is connected to the fixed slide. By controlling the drive mechanism to wind up or release the rope, the fixed slide can be pulled to carry the rubber boat along the track system, thereby realizing the transfer of the rubber boat between the top of the fire truck and the ground.

[0005] According to an embodiment of this utility model, a vehicle-mounted inflatable boat securing device has at least the following beneficial effects: By combining a continuous track system consisting of a transverse track, a vertical track, and an arc-shaped track connecting the two, with a slidable fixed carriage and a power system consisting of a drive mechanism and ropes, a mechanized and integrated solution for launching and retrieving inflatable boats is creatively provided. This device can be stably installed on fire trucks, transforming the traditionally cumbersome manual labor of carrying and lifting into a mechanized operation that can be completed by a single person operating the drive mechanism. This not only greatly reduces the number of firefighters required and saves valuable emergency response time, but also fundamentally eliminates the safety risks such as muscle strains and falls caused by lifting heavy objects from heights, significantly improving operational safety. Simultaneously, the entire transfer process is guided and constrained by the track system, ensuring the accuracy and stability of the inflatable boat's lifting path, effectively avoiding accidental collisions between the boat and the vehicle, and providing excellent protection for the equipment. In summary, this invention achieves efficient, safe, and reliable inflatable boat launching and retrieving operations.

[0006] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the horizontal track, vertical track and arc track are all composed of two parallel pipes and a connecting pipe connecting the pipes. The horizontal track is also provided with a support rod to support the connecting pipe.

[0007] The advantage is that by using two parallel pipes connected by a connecting pipe to form the track, a stable and reliable load-bearing frame is created. This structure not only provides sufficient structural strength to support the weight of the inflatable boat and the skid, but also forms a clear skid path, ensuring precise control of the skid's movement direction and overall operational stability.

[0008] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the horizontal track, vertical track, and arc track are detachable combined structures.

[0009] The advantages are: designing the track as a detachable, modular structure greatly enhances the flexibility and portability of the device. During non-rescue missions, detachable sections of the track can reduce vehicle height, minimizing wind resistance and space occupation; on-site, it can be quickly assembled as needed, adapting to different operating environments and vehicle configuration requirements.

[0010] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the end of the pipe is configured as a reduced-diameter socket, and the reduced-diameter socket of one section of the pipe can be inserted into the end of an adjacent section of the pipe to achieve rapid docking between the sections of the track.

[0011] The advantages are that the reduced-diameter socket at the end of the pipe enables quick connection between adjacent rails. This connection method requires no complicated tools, is simple and intuitive to operate, and can significantly shorten the time for on-site rail installation. At the same time, the socket structure itself has good centering, ensuring the straightness and smooth transition after connecting multiple rail sections.

[0012] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the bottom surface of the middle part of the fixed slide is provided with a plurality of roller sets that cooperate with the pipe. The roller sets include an upper roller and a lower roller that are engaged with the upper and lower sides of the pipe.

[0013] The advantage is that the bottom of the fixed carriage is equipped with a roller assembly containing upper and lower rollers, which can stably "clamp" the tubular track. This structure, with the upper and lower rollers working together, reliably restrains the carriage on the track, effectively preventing the risk of derailment and tipping during operation, and ensuring the safety and smoothness of the lifting process.

[0014] According to some embodiments of the present invention, both the upper roller and the lower roller are provided with arc-shaped grooves that cooperate with the pipe.

[0015] The advantage is that the arc-shaped grooves on the rollers fit snugly against the shape of the tubing, increasing the contact area. This not only makes the rolling smoother and reduces frictional resistance and noise, but also further enhances the engagement between the roller assembly and the track, improving the stability of the carriage operation and its ability to prevent derailment.

[0016] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the fixed carriage is provided with baffles on both the front and rear sides for limiting the rubber boat.

[0017] The advantage is that the baffles on both the front and rear sides of the fixed carriage provide initial restraint for the inflatable boat. This structure effectively prevents the inflatable boat from sliding forward and backward or shifting laterally during transportation and lifting due to factors such as vehicle bumps or wind, thus enhancing the stability and safety of the loading.

[0018] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the fixed carriage is also equipped with straps for securing the rubber boat.

[0019] The advantage is that the addition of straps to the existing retaining edge provides active binding and securing force. These straps firmly bind the inflatable boat to the skid, preventing loosening or bouncing that may occur in complex road conditions or during rapid transfers, providing double protection and ensuring absolute reliability throughout the transportation process.

[0020] According to some embodiments of this utility model, the driving mechanism is an electric winch.

[0021] The advantages are that the drive mechanism specifically uses an electric winch, providing stable and powerful traction. The electric winch outputs smoothly, controls precisely, and is easy to reverse, easily meeting the raising and lowering needs of inflatable boats. Its compact structure and convenient energy acquisition make it very suitable for vehicle-mounted mobile applications.

[0022] According to some embodiments of the present invention, the electric winch is equipped with a remote control.

[0023] The advantage is that equipping the electric winch with a remote control enables long-distance wireless operation. This allows the operator to control the winch without having to stay next to it or move with the carriage, and to freely choose the safest position with the best field of vision, further improving the convenience of operation and personnel safety.

[0024] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment of the present utility model; Figure 2 for Figure 1 A diagram illustrating another state; Figure 3 for Figure 2 Side view of the fixed carriage and transverse track; Figure 4 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the orbital system.

[0027] Reference numerals: Horizontal track 100, Vertical track 110, Arc track 120, Fixed carriage 130, Drive mechanism 140, Pipe 150, Connecting pipe 160, Reduced diameter socket 170, Roller assembly 180, Upper roller 190, Lower roller 200, Arc groove 210, Edge 220, Remote control 230, Support rod 240. Detailed Implementation

[0028] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0029] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" and "second" are mentioned, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features or the order of the indicated technical features.

[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation, connection, and linkage" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0032] The following is for reference. Figures 1-4 A vehicle-mounted inflatable boat securing device is described in detail with reference to a specific embodiment. It is to be understood that the following description is merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of the invention.

[0033] like Figures 1-2 As shown, the core of this vehicle-mounted inflatable boat securing device lies in its unique track system design. This system consists of a horizontal track 100 mounted on the roof of the fire truck, a vertical track 110 mounted on the side of the fire truck, and an arc-shaped track 120 connecting the two, forming a continuous sliding path. This design creatively provides a mechanized, integrated solution for launching and retrieving inflatable boats, transforming the traditional method of relying entirely on manual carrying into a mechanized operation. The entire transfer process is guided and constrained by the track system, ensuring the precision and stability of the inflatable boat's lifting and lowering path, effectively preventing accidental collisions between the boat and the vehicle.

[0034] Specifically, such as Figure 3 As shown, in terms of track structure, the transverse track 100, vertical track 110, and arc track 120 are all composed of two parallel tubes 150 and connecting pipes 160 connecting these tubes 150, forming a stable and reliable load-bearing frame. This structure not only provides sufficient structural strength to support the weight of the inflatable boat and skid, but also constitutes a clear skid path, ensuring operational stability. The transverse track 100 is also equipped with support rods 240 to support the connecting pipes 160, which facilitates the installation of rollers on the tubes 150. Furthermore, these tracks are designed as detachable, modular structures, such as... Figure 4 As shown, quick docking is achieved through the reduced-diameter socket 170 at the end of the pipe 150. This design greatly improves the flexibility and portability of the device, reducing wind resistance during travel and enabling rapid on-site assembly.

[0035] It should be noted that, as Figure 3 As shown, the fixed carriage 130, a key component for supporting the inflatable boat, has multiple roller sets 180 on its bottom surface that mate with the tubing 150. Each roller set 180 includes an upper roller 190 and a lower roller 200 that engage with the upper and lower sides of the tubing 150. This unique clamping structure reliably restrains the carriage on the track, effectively preventing the risk of derailment during operation. To further improve operational stability, the surfaces of the upper roller 190 and the lower roller 200 are provided with arc-shaped grooves 210 that conform to the shape of the tubing 150. This not only makes rolling smoother but also enhances the engagement between the roller set 180 and the track. It should be noted that there is a certain gap between the arc-shaped groove 210 and the tubing to ensure that the roller set can smoothly pass through the tubing 150 of the arc-shaped track 120.

[0036] For securing the inflatable boat, the mounting frame 130 has retaining edges 220 on both the front and rear sides, which initially limit the movement of the inflatable boat and effectively prevent it from sliding or shifting during transportation. At the same time, the frame is also equipped with straps, providing active binding force, which, together with the retaining edges 220, forms a double safety measure to ensure absolute reliability during transportation.

[0037] like Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the drive system uses an electric winch as its power source, which is connected to the fixed carriage 130 via a rope (not shown in the figure), providing stable and powerful traction. It should be noted that a fixed pulley can be installed on the arc-shaped guide rail 120 to cooperate with the rope, reducing rope wear during operation and extending its service life. The electric winch's smooth output and precise control make it very suitable for this application. Even more conveniently, the electric winch is equipped with a remote control 230, enabling long-distance wireless operation, allowing the operator to freely choose the safest and best-viewing position for control.

[0038] The device operates as follows: Upon arrival at the rescue site, operators first quickly assemble the track system, connecting the vertical track 110 and the curved track 120 to the horizontal track 100 on the roof via a socket joint. Then, the securing devices in the transport state are released, and the electric winch is activated via remote control 230 to release the rope. The fixed carriage 130 then slides smoothly down the track under gravity, safely delivering the inflatable boat to the ground. Figure 1 As shown. The recovery process is the opposite; an electric winch is used to wind up the ropes, pulling the fixed carriage 130 and the rubber boat back to the top of the fire truck, as shown. Figure 2 As shown.

[0039] In summary, this invention achieves a revolutionary improvement in the deployment and retrieval of inflatable boats through its innovative track system and mechanized drive design. This device not only significantly reduces the number of firefighters required, saving valuable emergency response time, but also fundamentally eliminates the safety risks associated with lifting heavy objects from elevated positions. Simultaneously, its modular design ensures flexibility of use, and its dual securing mechanism guarantees transportation safety, enabling the entire device to significantly enhance operational safety and reliability while improving rescue efficiency.

[0040] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "an embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0041] The embodiments of the present utility model have been described in detail above with reference to the accompanying drawings. However, the present utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. Within the scope of knowledge possessed by those skilled in the art, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An on-board kayak securing device, characterized in that, include: The track system includes a horizontal track (100) installed on the top of the fire truck, a vertical track (110) installed on the side of the fire truck, and an arc track (120) connecting the horizontal track (100) and the vertical track (110). A fixed carriage (130) is slidably mounted on the track system for carrying and securing the rubber boat; A drive mechanism (140) is installed on the fire truck. The drive mechanism (140) is connected to a rope. The free end of the rope is connected to the fixed slide (130). By controlling the drive mechanism (140) to wind up or release the rope, the fixed slide (130) can be pulled to carry the rubber boat along the track system, thereby realizing the transfer of the rubber boat between the top of the fire truck and the ground.

2. The vehicle-mounted rubber boat fixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The horizontal track (100), vertical track (110) and arc track (120) are each composed of two parallel pipes (150) and a connecting pipe (160) connecting the pipes (150). The horizontal track (100) is also provided with a support rod (240) to support the connecting pipe (160).

3. An on-board kayak securing device according to claim 2, wherein, The horizontal track (100), vertical track (110), and arc track (120) are detachable modular structures.

4. The vehicle-mounted kayak securement device of claim 3, wherein, The end of the pipe (150) is configured as a reduced-diameter socket (170), and the reduced-diameter socket (170) of one section of the pipe (150) can be inserted into the end of an adjacent section of the pipe (150) to achieve rapid docking between the sections of the track.

5. The vehicle-mounted kayak securement device of claim 2, wherein: The bottom surface of the middle part of the fixed slide (130) is provided with a plurality of roller sets (180) that cooperate with the tube (150). The roller set (180) includes an upper roller (190) and a lower roller (200) that are engaged with the upper and lower sides of the tube (150).

6. An on-board kayak securing device according to claim 5, wherein, Both the upper roller (190) and the lower roller (200) are provided with arc-shaped grooves (210) that cooperate with the tube (150).

7. The vehicle-mounted kayak securement device of claim 1, wherein: The fixed slide (130) is provided with baffles (220) on both the front and rear sides for limiting the rubber boat.

8. A vehicle-mounted rubber boat fixing device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The fixed carriage (130) is also equipped with straps for securing the rubber boat.

9. The vehicle-mounted kayak securement device of claim 1, wherein, The drive mechanism (140) is an electric winch.

10. A vehicle-mounted rubber boat fixing device according to claim 9, characterized in that, The electric winch is equipped with a remote control (230).

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