A special submersible drilling equipment with high degrees of freedom

By designing special submarine drilling equipment with high degree of freedom, the problem of adjusting the position and direction of underwater drilling equipment is solved, the omnidirectional drilling function is realized, adapting to complex environments, and the flexibility and efficiency of underwater operations are improved.

CN115162959BActive Publication Date: 2025-08-01ANHUI POLYTECHNIC UNIV
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Application Number
CN202210948676.8
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2022-08-09
Publication Date
2025-08-01
Estimated Expiration
2042-08-09

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Technical Problem

It is difficult to accurately adjust the position and drilling direction of existing underwater drilling equipment, and it is greatly affected by environmental factors, making it difficult to complete normal operations in special scenarios.

Method used

A high-degree of freedom special submarine drilling equipment is designed, including device bins, drilling mechanisms, mechanical hoses, thrusters, clamping mechanisms, hydraulic feed mechanisms and frames, to realize the omnidirectional drilling function, and adjust the drilling direction through the rotating mechanism without re-fixing.

Benefits of technology

Accurate positioning and omnidirectional drilling at the underwater target point are achieved. The equipment automatically adjusts its position and drilling direction underwater, simplifies the laying process and adapts to complex environments.

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Abstract

The present invention relates to the technical field of submersible drilling equipment, and particularly to a high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment. It includes a device compartment, a cabin body, a drilling mechanism, a mechanical hose, a commutation mechanism, a thruster, a clamping mechanism, a first hydraulic feed mechanism, a second hydraulic feed mechanism, and a frame. Electronic components for controlling the high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment are installed inside the device compartment. The drilling mechanism is installed on the device compartment. One end of the mechanical hose is installed on the device compartment, and the other end of the mechanical hose is installed with a first hydraulic feed mechanism. The cabin body is installed at the other end of the first hydraulic feed mechanism. The thrusters are installed at the top and bottom of the cabin body, and the clamping mechanism is installed on both sides of the cabin body. The present invention realizes an omnidirectional high-degree-of-freedom drilling function. Only a pair of support points are needed, and it can be fixed with these points as the basis, and the laying is simple and easy to implement.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of submersible drilling equipment, and particularly to a special submersible drilling equipment with high degrees of freedom. Background Art

[0002] The existing underwater drilling equipment (diving operation equipment) is restricted by functions such as underwater manual operation, difficulty in fixing the device, and the need to rely on various methods to achieve the requirements of fixed point, positioning, and quantitative measurement. It is difficult to complete normal operations in special scenarios. Specifically, it is manifested as follows:

[0003] 1. The existing equipment needs to accurately find the operation point, and it is difficult to adjust the position during the towing process from the water surface to underwater, and only fine-tuning can be performed.

[0004] 2. It is difficult to adjust the drilling direction at the end, the laying is complex and greatly affected by environmental factors. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In view of the above-mentioned disadvantages of the prior art, the purpose of the present invention is to provide a special submersible drilling equipment with high degrees of freedom, which is used to solve the problems that the existing equipment needs to accurately find the operation point, it is difficult to adjust the position during the towing process from the water surface to underwater and only fine-tuning can be performed, it is difficult to adjust the drilling direction at the end, the laying is complex and greatly affected by environmental factors.

[0006] To achieve the above purpose and other related purposes, the present invention provides a special submersible drilling equipment with high degrees of freedom, including:

[0007] A device compartment, inside which electronic components for controlling the special submersible drilling equipment with high degrees of freedom are installed;

[0008] A drilling mechanism, which is installed on the device compartment;

[0009] A mechanical hose, one end of which is installed on the device compartment, and the other end of the mechanical hose is installed with a first hydraulic feeding mechanism;

[0010] A cabin body, which is installed at the other end of the first hydraulic feeding mechanism,

[0011] Propellers, which are installed on the top and bottom of the cabin body;

[0012] Clamping mechanisms, which are installed on both sides of the cabin body.

[0013] In an embodiment of the present invention, the special submersible drilling equipment with high degrees of freedom further includes:

[0014] A commutation mechanism, one end of which is installed on the device compartment, and the other end of the commutation mechanism is installed on the first hydraulic feeding mechanism;

[0015] A second hydraulic feeding mechanism for moving the cabin forward, and the second hydraulic feeding mechanism is installed at the bottom of the cabin.

[0016] In an embodiment of the present invention, the drilling mechanism includes:

[0017] A feeding mechanism, one end of which is installed on the device bin;

[0018] A drill bit installed at the other end of the feeding mechanism.

[0019] In an embodiment of the present invention, the first hydraulic feeding mechanism includes:

[0020] The end of the hydraulic feeding mandrel, one end of which is installed on the mechanical hose;

[0021] The main shaft of the hydraulic feeding mandrel, one end of which is installed on the other end of the end of the hydraulic feeding mandrel, and the other end of the main shaft of the hydraulic feeding mandrel is installed on the cabin.

[0022] In an embodiment of the present invention, the thruster includes:

[0023] A propeller installed on the cabin;

[0024] A steering rudder, and one steering rudder is installed on each propeller.

[0025] In an embodiment of the present invention, there are eight thrusters. Four of the thrusters are respectively arranged on the upper and lower sides of one cabin, and the other four thrusters are respectively arranged on the upper and lower sides of another cabin.

[0026] In an embodiment of the present invention, the four thrusters are distributed in an X shape.

[0027] In an embodiment of the present invention, the high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment further includes:

[0028] A frame arranged between the second hydraulic feeding mechanism and the cabin.

[0029] As described above, a high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment of the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0030] The high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment of the present invention includes a device bin, a cabin, a drilling mechanism, a mechanical hose, a commutation mechanism, a thruster, a clamping mechanism, a first hydraulic feeding mechanism, a second hydraulic feeding mechanism, and a frame. The present invention realizes an omnidirectional high-degree-of-freedom drilling function. Only a pair of support points are needed to fix it as a point. The present invention adjusts the drilling direction by itself through a rotating mechanism without re-fixing, and the laying is simple and easy to implement.

[0031] After determining the target point, the high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment of the present invention can reach the designated position through its own maneuverability, and the whole process is controllable and adjustable. In special cases, it can realize omnidirectional drilling operations only by clamping the support point.

[0032] When the high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment of the present invention is placed, the mechanical hose is retracted into the working unit and the diving chamber. The equipment is an integral whole, small in volume and convenient to carry and transport. Brief Description of the Drawings

[0033] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional structure diagram of a high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment provided by an embodiment of the present application.

[0034] Figure 2 It is a three-dimensional structure diagram of a high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment provided by another embodiment of the present application.

[0035] Figure 3 It is a top view structure diagram of a high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment provided by an embodiment of the present application.

[0036] Figure 4 It is a side view structure diagram of a high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment provided by an embodiment of the present application.

[0037] Figure 5 It is a structure diagram of a high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment provided by an embodiment of the present application in a closed state.

[0038] The meanings of the reference numerals in the drawings are as follows:

[0039] 1 - Device bin

[0040] 2 - Cabin

[0041] 3 - Drilling mechanism

[0042] 4 - Mechanical hose

[0043] 5 - Reversing mechanism

[0044] 6 - Thruster

[0045] 7 - Clamping mechanism

[0046] 8 - First hydraulic feeding mechanism

[0047] 9 - Second hydraulic feeding mechanism

[0048] 10 - Frame

[0049] 31 - Feeding mechanism

[0050] 32 - Drill bit

[0051] 61 - Propeller

[0052] 62 - Steering Rudder

[0053] 81 - Hydraulic Feed Spindle End

[0054] 82 - Hydraulic Feed Spindle Main Shaft Detailed Embodiment

[0055] The following describes the embodiments of the present invention through specific examples. Those skilled in the art can easily understand other advantages and effects of the present invention from the content disclosed in this specification. The present invention can also be implemented or applied through other different specific embodiments. Various details in this specification can also be modified or changed based on different viewpoints and applications without departing from the spirit of the present invention. It should be noted that, without conflict, the following embodiments and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0056] It should be noted that the diagrams provided in the following embodiments only illustrate the basic concept of the present invention in a schematic manner. Therefore, only the components related to the present invention are shown in the diagrams, rather than being drawn according to the number, shape, and size of the components in actual implementation. The type, quantity, and ratio of each component in actual implementation can be arbitrarily changed, and the component layout type may also be more complex.

[0057] Please refer to Figure 1 、 Figure 2 , Figure 1 which is a three - dimensional structure diagram of a high - degree - of - freedom special submersible drilling device provided by an embodiment of this application. Figure 2 which is a three - dimensional structure diagram of a high - degree - of - freedom special submersible drilling device provided by another embodiment of this application. A high - degree - of - freedom special submersible drilling device of the present invention includes, but is not limited to, a device compartment 1, a cabin 2, a drilling mechanism 3, a mechanical hose 4, a commutation mechanism 5, a thruster 6, a clamping mechanism 7, a first hydraulic feed mechanism 8, a second hydraulic feed mechanism 9, and a frame 10. Electronic components for controlling the high - degree - of - freedom special submersible drilling device are installed inside the device compartment 1. The drilling mechanism 3 is installed on the device compartment 1. One end of the mechanical hose 4 is installed on the device compartment 1, and the other end of the mechanical hose 4 is installed with a first hydraulic feed mechanism 8. The cabin 2 is installed at the other end of the first hydraulic feed mechanism 8. The thrusters 6 are installed on the top and bottom of the cabin 2. The clamping mechanism 7 is installed on both sides of the cabin 2. One end of the commutation mechanism 5 is installed on the device compartment 1, and the other end of the commutation mechanism 5 is installed on the first hydraulic feed mechanism 8. The second hydraulic feed mechanism 9 is used to push the cabin 2 to move, and the second hydraulic feed mechanism 9 is installed at the bottom of the cabin 2.

[0058] When the high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment of the present invention is working, it runs above the drilling position on the water surface or the sea surface, and then dives to the designated depth. It can achieve various diving methods such as oblique, longitudinal, and vertical. When the present invention dives to the designated depth and needs to drill at a certain place. During operation, the mechanical hose extends out, and the two diving cabins are equivalent to two grippers clamped on the supporting points of the required rock. After the two grippers firmly grasp the supporting points, the clamping mechanism 7 plays a role in making the grasping more firm. The feeding mechanism 31 is turned on to drive the drill bit 32 to rotate and work, and the drill bit 32 extends forward to realize drilling.

[0059] If there is a block to be grabbed underwater and its back needs to be drilled, the conventional drilling equipment must drill through the side close to the water surface before it can achieve back drilling. The present invention realizes an omnidirectional high-degree-of-freedom drilling function. Only a pair of supporting points are needed, and it can be fixed with these points as the reference, and then the drill bit 32 is twisted to the required drilling direction for drilling.

[0060] Please refer to Figure 3 、 Figure 4 , Figure 3 which is a top view structure diagram of a high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment provided by an embodiment of the present application. Figure 4 which is a side view structure diagram of a high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment provided by an embodiment of the present application. The drilling mechanism 3 includes a feeding mechanism 31 and a drill bit 32. One end of the feeding mechanism 31 is installed on the device cabin 1, and the drill bit 32 is installed at the other end of the feeding mechanism 31. The first hydraulic feeding mechanism 8 includes a hydraulic feeding spindle end 81 and a hydraulic feeding spindle main shaft 82. One end of the hydraulic feeding spindle end 81 is installed on the mechanical hose 4, one end of the hydraulic feeding spindle main shaft 82 is installed at the other end of the hydraulic feeding spindle end 81, and the other end of the hydraulic feeding spindle main shaft 82 is installed on the cabin body 2.

[0061] The thruster 6 includes a propeller 61 and a steering rudder 62. The propeller 61 is installed on the cabin body 2, and a steering rudder 62 is installed on each of the propellers 61. There are eight thrusters 6, four of the thrusters 6 are respectively arranged on the upper and lower sides of one cabin body 2, and the other four thrusters 6 are respectively arranged on the upper and lower sides of the other cabin body 2. The four thrusters 6 are distributed in an X shape. The frame 10 is arranged between the second hydraulic feeding mechanism 9 and the cabin body 2.

[0062] Please refer to Figure 5 , Figure 5This is a structural diagram of a high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment provided by an embodiment of the present application in a closed state. When the high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment of the present invention is placed, the mechanical hose 4 is retracted into the working unit and the diving chamber. The equipment is an integral whole, with a small volume and is convenient to carry and transport. When the diving chamber is unloaded, the equipment floats on the water surface, and at the same time, it can achieve free navigation through the propeller 61 and the steering rudder 62.

[0063] When the high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment of the present invention is working, the equipment first moves above the drilling position. The two diving chambers, namely the cabin body 2, absorb water, and the device dives. When approaching the drilling depth, the mechanical hose 4 extends, enabling the two diving chambers to clamp the support point through the blade drive. The mechanical hose 4 must be twisted by 90 degrees so that the drill bit 32 is aligned with the drilling area. At this time, the fine-tuning fixing plates of the two diving chambers are slightly expanded to adapt to the surface of the support point, making the device more stable. At this time, the mechanical hose 4 must be completely fixed and cannot be deformed. The end mechanisms of the two mechanical hoses 4 are retracted forward within the black mechanism operation range for adjustment and further fixation. At the same time, the drill bit 32 of the working unit can also extend forward, and both can be used to increase the drilling depth. The commutation mechanism 5 enables the orientation of the drill bit to rotate 360 degrees and does not have to be consistent with the orientation of the diving chamber.

[0064] In summary, the high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment of the present invention includes a device compartment 1, a cabin body 2, a drilling mechanism 3, a mechanical hose 4, a commutation mechanism 5, a thruster 6, a clamping mechanism 7, a first hydraulic feed mechanism 8, a second hydraulic feed mechanism 9, and a frame 10. The present invention realizes an omnidirectional high-degree-of-freedom drilling function. Only one pair of support points is required, and it can be fixed with this as the point. The present invention adjusts the drilling direction by itself through the rotating mechanism without the need for re-fixation, and the laying is simple and easy to implement. After determining the target point, the present invention can reach the designated position through the self-mobility of the equipment, and the whole process is controllable and adjustable. In special cases, only by clamping the support point can an omnidirectional drilling operation be realized.

[0065] The above embodiments are only illustrative of the principles and effects of the present invention and are not used to limit the present invention. Any person familiar with this technology can modify or change the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or changes completed by those with ordinary knowledge in the technical field without departing from the spirit and technical ideas disclosed by the present invention should still be covered by the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A special submersible drilling device with high degrees of freedom, characterized in that, Comprising: A device compartment (1) inside which electronic components for controlling the high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment are installed; A drilling mechanism (3) installed on the device compartment (1); A mechanical hose (4) with one end installed on the device compartment (1) and the other end of the mechanical hose (4) installed with a first hydraulic feeding mechanism (8); Hulls (2) installed at the other end of the first hydraulic feeding mechanism (8), and there are two hulls (2); Propellers (6) installed on the top and bottom of the hull (2); A clamping mechanism (7) installed on both sides of the hull (2); A reversing mechanism (5) with one end installed on the device compartment (1) and the other end installed on the first hydraulic feeding mechanism (8); A second hydraulic feeding mechanism (9) for driving the movement of the hull (2), and the second hydraulic feeding mechanism (9) is installed at the bottom of the hull (2); When the high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment works, the equipment first moves above the drilling position, the two hulls (2) absorb water, and the equipment dives. When approaching the drilling depth, the mechanical hose (4) extends so that the two hulls (2) are driven by the propellers (6) to clamp the support site. The mechanical hose (4) must be twisted by 90 degrees so that the drilling mechanism (3) is aligned with the drilling area. At this time, the fine-tuning fixing plates of the two hulls (2) expand to adapt to the surface of the support site.

2. The high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The drilling mechanism (3) includes: A feeding mechanism (31) with one end installed on the device compartment (1); A drill bit (32) installed at the other end of the feeding mechanism (31).

3. The high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that The first hydraulic feeding mechanism (8) includes: The end of the hydraulic feeding mandrel (81) with one end installed on the mechanical hose (4); The main shaft of the hydraulic feeding mandrel (82) with one end installed on the other end of the end of the hydraulic feeding mandrel (81), and the other end of the main shaft of the hydraulic feeding mandrel (82) is installed on the hull (2).

4. The high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The propeller (6) includes: A propeller (61) installed on the hull (2); A rudder (62), and one rudder (62) is installed on each propeller (61).

5. A high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling device according to claim 4, characterized in that: There are eight propellers (6), four of the propellers (6) are respectively arranged on the upper and lower sides of one hull (2), and the other four propellers (6) are respectively arranged on the upper and lower sides of the other hull (2).

6. The high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment according to claim 5, characterized in that: The four propellers (6) are distributed in an X shape.

7. A highly maneuverable special submersible drilling device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The high-degree-of-freedom special submersible drilling equipment further includes: A frame (10) arranged between the second hydraulic feeding mechanism (9) and the hull (2).

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