A floating structure combined with a buoy and a steel mesh and its use method

Abstract

The present invention provides a combined float and wire mesh structure and its use method, comprising a plurality of floats for floating on the water surface, wherein adjacent floats are connected by connecting buckles; the connecting buckles are fixed to the top middle portion of the floats via an outwardly convex cover plate; the top of each float is mounted with an upper wire mesh structure for intercepting surface floating objects; the bottom of each float is mounted with a lower wire mesh for intercepting underwater floating objects; two adjacent lower wire meshes are clamped and connected by multiple sets of rope clamps to form a single structure; a weight is fixed to the bottom end of the lower wire mesh. This system can not only realize the function of adaptively intercepting floating objects in the reservoir area according to the water level, but also reduce the difficulty of on-water maintenance and replacement of the float interception device. There is no need to consider the overall construction, and only the individual float interception units need to be installed and removed, which is convenient for later operation and maintenance.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of floating object interception structures in water conservancy projects, and specifically to a lightweight floating object interception structure composed of a buoy and a wire mesh, and a method for using the structure. The structure can automatically rise and fall with changes in water level, and each float unit is easy to inspect and replace, thereby extending the entire life cycle of the floating object interception structure while ensuring the floating object interception function. Background Art

[0002] During flood season, debris such as plant debris and household garbage enters the reservoirs of some large hydropower stations, impacting the ecological environment. Currently, most hydropower stations use trash racks to intercept floating debris at their water intakes. However, when these debris accumulates, the water flow at the station's intake is reduced, impacting unit output and potentially even causing the trash racks to collapse, leading to accidents and jeopardizing the safe operation of the station.

[0003] Patent No. CN203475401U discloses a simple floating box-type floating interception device, which consists of a main cable, a floating box and a connecting grid. The main cable is connected to the floating box through a buckle, and the lower part of the floating box is connected to the grid. The floating box floats on the water surface under the action of the buoyancy of the main cable tension machine itself, thereby achieving the effect of intercepting floating objects above and below the water surface; Patent No. CN210797485U discloses a net-type floating interception equipment, which consists of fan blades, interception rods, columns and classification nets. The fan blades are mounted on the interception rods, and the classification nets are located between the columns, which can effectively realize the classification and interception of floating objects; Patent No. CN110984095A discloses a square hollow structure floating interception body. The floating body floats on the water surface by its own buoyancy, which can realize the interception of floating objects in the entire section of the river, and has the characteristics of safe and convenient floating cleaning work.

[0004] Existing technologies can basically realize the function of adaptive water level floating object interception in the reservoir area. Most of the floating interception devices are distributed as a whole. If they are damaged, overall construction needs to be considered. The inspection and replacement of the floating interception device involves water operations, and the construction cost and difficulty are relatively high, and its subsequent operation and maintenance costs are relatively high. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides a combined floating object interception structure of buoys and wire mesh and a method of use. This system can not only realize the function of adaptive water level floating object interception in the reservoir area, but also reduce the difficulty of water maintenance and replacement of the floating interception device. There is no need to consider the overall construction, only a single floating interception unit needs to be loaded and unloaded, which is convenient for later operation and maintenance.

[0006] In order to achieve the above technical features, the object of the present invention is achieved as follows: a float and wire mesh combined type floating barrier structure, which includes a plurality of floats for floating on the water surface, and adjacent floats are connected by connecting buckles;

[0007] The connecting buckle is fixed to the top middle part of the buoy through the convex cover plate;

[0008] An upper steel wire mesh structure for intercepting floating objects on the water surface is installed on the top of each buoy;

[0009] A lower wire mesh for intercepting underwater floating objects is installed at the bottom of each buoy;

[0010] Two adjacent lower steel wire meshes are clamped and connected by multiple sets of rope clamps to form a whole structure;

[0011] A heavy hammer is fixed to the bottom end of the lower steel wire mesh.

[0012] The float includes a float body, which adopts a semi-cylindrical hollow structure and is filled with polyurethane foam inside the float body; an inwardly concave semi-cylindrical slot for installing a connecting buckle is provided in the middle part of the top plane of the float body; a wire mesh mounting hole for installing the lower wire mesh is processed at the bottom end of the float body.

[0013] An arc-shaped groove is provided on the top of the float body and at one end of the concave semi-cylindrical slot.

[0014] The upper steel wire mesh structure includes fixed suspension columns fixed to the top of the buoy, and the upper steel wire mesh is fixed between the fixed suspension columns.

[0015] The connecting buckle includes a connecting rod, which is arranged inside the concave semi-cylindrical slot of the float; a connecting ring is provided at one end of the connecting rod, and a U-shaped connecting rod is provided at the other end, and a threaded cylindrical hook is provided at the top end of the U-shaped connecting rod for cooperating with the adjacent connecting ring, and a locking nut is installed on the threaded cylindrical hook; the U-shaped connecting rod is arranged on the side where the arc groove is located.

[0016] The outward convex cover plate includes a cover plate body, the center of which is processed with an outward convex semi-cylindrical groove, and the two side wings of the cover plate body are pressed and fixed to the top middle part of the buoy by bolts and gaskets.

[0017] The width of the lower steel wire mesh is longer than the length of the buoy.

[0018] A method for using a combined float and wire mesh structure, comprising the following steps:

[0019] Step 1.1, onshore assembly of a single drift-blocking structure:

[0020] On a single pontoon, fix the connecting buckle through the convex cover plate, install the lower wire mesh on the bottom end of the pontoon, and then fix the upper wire mesh structure on the top end of the pontoon;

[0021] Step 1.2, transportation of a single floating barrier structure:

[0022] Calculate the number of individual interception structures required based on the width of the water area to be intercepted, and use a transport ship to transport the assembled individual interception structures to the water area where they need to be installed;

[0023] Step 1.3, assembly of a single floating structure on water:

[0024] Lower a single float arresting structure on the transport ship into the water, and then connect the adjacent buoys with connectors to form an integrated float arresting structure.

[0025] Step 1.4, connection of the lower wire mesh:

[0026] After the adjacent buoys are assembled, the adjacent lower wire meshes are clamped and connected with rope clamps;

[0027] Step 1.5, normal operation of the floating structure:

[0028] During normal operation, the integrated floating interception structure will always float on the water surface, intercepting floating objects on the water surface through the upper wire mesh structure located on the water surface, and intercepting floating objects within a certain depth underwater through the lower wire mesh.

[0029] When it is necessary to unload the floating structure, the following steps are included:

[0030] Step 2.1: Use a hook to hook up the wire mesh at the bottom of the float block to be replaced and remove the rope clip associated with it, so that the float block is no longer connected to other float blocks;

[0031] Step 2.2: Use the hook to drag the lower wire mesh onto the boat first to reduce the weight of the floating barrier;

[0032] Step 2.3: Use a wrench to remove the outer convex cover plate of the float arrester unit to be repaired or replaced;

[0033] Step 2.4: Disconnect the buoy from the connecting buckle through the lower wire mesh that has been dragged onto the ship, and drag the buoy onto the ship, thus completing the unloading of the single float barrier.

[0034] The present invention has beneficial effects:

[0035] 1. By adopting the floating arresting system of the present invention, it can realize automatic rise and fall with the change of water level. At the same time, each floating unit is easy to repair and replace, which improves the full life cycle of the floating arresting structure while ensuring the realization of the floating arresting function.

[0036] 2. The float of the present invention adopts a hollow structure and is filled with polyurethane foam inside, which can provide buoyancy for the floating body unit and achieve adaptive floating up and down of the water level without providing additional equipment to provide power.

[0037] 2. The present invention can achieve the function of intercepting floating objects in all directions both above and below the water by arranging steel wire mesh on the upper and lower sides of the buoy.

[0038] 3. The floating arrester of the present invention is unitized and can be loaded and unloaded separately, which is convenient for later operation and maintenance.

[0039] 4. The buoy of the present invention is made of lightweight and environmentally friendly PE material, which is convenient for loading and unloading operations.

[0040] 5. The present invention prevents underwater floating objects from passing through the gap between the two net bodies through the rope clamp. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0041] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and examples.

[0042] Figure 1 It is an overall schematic diagram of the floating interception structure of the present invention.

[0043] Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the buoy of the present invention.

[0044] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the convex cover plate of the present invention.

[0045] Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the connecting buckle of the present invention.

[0046] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the lower wire mesh and the weight hammer of the present invention.

[0047] Figure 6 For the present invention Figure 1 A partial enlarged view.

[0048] In the figure: buoy 1, outer convex cover plate 2, connecting buckle 3, lower wire mesh 4, weight 5, upper wire mesh structure 6, rope clamp 7;

[0049] Float body 101, concave semi-cylindrical slot 102, arc-shaped groove 103, wire mesh mounting hole 104;

[0050] Outer convex semi-cylindrical slot 201, bolt 202, cover body 203, gasket 204;

[0051] Connecting ring 301 , connecting rod 302 , U-shaped connecting rod 303 , locking nut 304 , and threaded cylindrical hook 305 . DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0052] The embodiments of the present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0053] Example 1:

[0054] See also Figure 1-6A combined float-arresting structure of pontoons and wire meshes comprises a plurality of pontoons 1 for floating on the water surface, with adjacent pontoons 1 connected by connecting buckles 3; the connecting buckles 3 are fixed to the top middle part of the pontoons 1 through an outwardly convex cover plate 2; an upper wire mesh structure 6 for intercepting surface floating objects is installed on the top of each pontoon 1; a lower wire mesh 4 for intercepting underwater floating objects is installed on the bottom of each pontoon 1; two adjacent pieces of lower wire meshes 4 are clamped and connected by multiple groups of rope clamps 7 to form a whole structure; a heavy hammer 5 is fixed to the bottom end of the lower wire mesh 4. By adopting the above-mentioned combined float-arresting structure, it can be automatically raised and lowered as the water level changes, and each float unit is easy to repair and replace, which improves the full life cycle of the float-arresting structure while ensuring the realization of the float-arresting function.

[0055] Furthermore, the buoy 1 includes a buoy body 101, which has a semi-cylindrical hollow structure and is filled with polyurethane foam. A concave semi-cylindrical slot 102 for mounting the connecting buckle 3 is provided in the middle of the top plane of the buoy body 101. A wire mesh mounting hole 104 for mounting the lower wire mesh 4 is machined at the bottom of the buoy body 101. The buoy 1 described above can effectively float on the water surface and can be raised and lowered according to changes in the water level, thereby achieving a comprehensive interception effect. Furthermore, the semi-cylindrical hollow structure ensures that the buoy 1 always floats upright on the water surface.

[0056] Furthermore, an arcuate groove 103 is provided at one end of the concave semi-cylindrical slot 102 on the top of the buoy body 101. The arcuate groove 103 can be used to accommodate the connecting buckle 3, thereby ensuring that no gaps are formed between adjacent buoy bodies 101 during assembly, preventing floating objects from passing through the gaps and ensuring the interception effect.

[0057] Furthermore, the upper steel mesh structure 6 includes fixed suspension columns 601 secured to the top of the buoy 1, with an upper steel mesh 602 secured between the fixed suspension columns 601. This upper steel mesh structure 6 effectively intercepts floating objects on the water surface. Furthermore, the use of an assembled connection structure facilitates the securement and installation of the upper steel mesh structure 6.

[0058] Furthermore, the connecting buckle 3 includes a connecting rod 302, which is disposed within the concave semi-cylindrical slot 102 of the buoy 1. A connecting ring 301 is disposed at one end of the connecting rod 302, and a U-shaped connecting rod 303 is disposed at the other end. The top of the U-shaped connecting rod 303 is provided with a threaded cylindrical hook 305 for mating with the adjacent connecting ring 301, and a locking nut 304 is mounted on the threaded cylindrical hook 305. The U-shaped connecting rod 303 is disposed on the side of the arc-shaped groove 103. The connecting buckle 3 described above enables reliable connection between adjacent buoys 1. It also facilitates assembly and disassembly, improving installation and disassembly efficiency. When assembly is required, the threaded cylindrical hook 305 is hooked and connected to the connecting ring 301, and then locked with the locking nut 304 to achieve a locking and fixing effect.

[0059] Furthermore, the convex cover plate 2 includes a cover plate body 203, and the central part of the cover plate body 203 is processed with a convex semi-cylindrical groove 201. The two side wings of the cover plate body 203 are pressed and fixed to the middle part of the top of the buoy 1 by bolts 202 and gaskets 204. The above-mentioned convex cover plate 2 can be used to press and fix the connecting buckle 3 to the top of the buoy 1, and it is convenient for its disassembly and assembly. In the specific installation process, the connecting buckle 3 is set inside the concave semi-cylindrical groove 102 of the buoy 1, and then the cover plate body 203 is pressed on the top of the connecting buckle 3, and then the cover plate body 203 is pressed and fixed by bolts 202 and gaskets 204.

[0060] Furthermore, the width of the lower steel mesh 4 is longer than the length of the buoy 1. A weight 5 is hung at the bottom of the lower steel mesh 4 to prevent the mesh from floating up under the action of water flow.

[0061] Preferably, Figure 2 As shown, the main structure of the buoy 1 is made of lightweight, environmentally friendly PE material, except for the upper steel mesh, which is made of corrosion-resistant, high-strength steel. The upper steel mesh has a small aperture to facilitate intercepting small floating objects on the water. To reduce the distance between the buoys and prevent floating objects from passing between them, an arc-shaped groove 103 is formed on the right end of the buoy.

[0062] Preferably, Figure 3 As shown, the convex cover plate 2 is made of lightweight environmentally friendly PE material, and is equipped with screws and washers for fixing the connecting buckles passed through.

[0063] Preferably, Figure 4As shown, the connector is made of corrosion-resistant, high-strength steel, with a ferrule at the left end and a U-shaped hook at the right. The hook has a threaded top and accessories including a nut and washer. Between the connectors, the ferrule fits over the U-shaped hook. A washer and nut are located on the upper outer portion of the U-shaped hook to secure the ferrule and prevent it from falling off. The ferrule is a hollow cylindrical structure that rotates around the U-shaped hook under the action of water flow.

[0064] Preferably, Figure 5 As shown, the lower wire mesh and weight are both made of corrosion-resistant, high-strength steel. Because floating objects are generally larger underwater, the mesh aperture can be adjusted to be larger than that of the upper mesh, but not too large to prevent floating objects from passing through the mesh. Steel rope clamps are installed at each end of the lower mesh to connect adjacent meshes and prevent floating objects from passing between them. A weight is suspended below the mesh to prevent it from being lifted by the current.

[0065] Preferably, the exterior of the steel material components are all painted to reduce the degree of oxidation corrosion.

[0066] Example 2:

[0067] A method for using a combined float and wire mesh structure, comprising the following steps:

[0068] Step 1.1, onshore assembly of a single drift-blocking structure:

[0069] On a single buoy 1, a connecting buckle 3 is fixed through an outwardly convex cover plate 2, a lower steel mesh 4 is installed on the bottom end of the buoy 1, and then an upper steel mesh structure 6 is fixed on the top end of the buoy 1;

[0070] Step 1.2, transportation of a single floating barrier structure:

[0071] Calculate the number of individual interception structures required based on the width of the water area to be intercepted, and use a transport ship to transport the assembled individual interception structures to the water area where they need to be installed;

[0072] Step 1.3, assembly of a single floating structure on water:

[0073] Lower a single floating arresting structure on the transport ship into the water, and then connect the adjacent buoys 1 through the connecting buckles 3 to form an integrated floating arresting structure;

[0074] Step 1.4, connection of lower wire mesh 4:

[0075] After the adjacent buoys 1 are assembled, the adjacent lower wire meshes 4 are clamped and connected using rope clamps 7;

[0076] Step 1.5, normal operation of the floating structure:

[0077] During normal operation, the integrated floating interception structure will always float on the water surface, intercepting floating objects on the water surface through the upper wire mesh structure 6 located on the water surface, and intercepting floating objects within a certain depth underwater through the lower wire mesh 4.

[0078] When it is necessary to unload the floating structure, the following steps are included:

[0079] Step 2.1: Use a hook to hook up the wire mesh 4 at the bottom of the floating barrier to be replaced and remove the rope clamp 7 associated with it, so that the floating barrier is no longer connected to other floating barriers;

[0080] Step 2.2: Use the hook to drag the lower wire mesh 4 onto the boat first to reduce the weight of the floating body;

[0081] Step 2.3: Use a wrench to remove the outer convex cover plate 2 in the float arrester unit to be repaired or replaced;

[0082] Step 2.4: The buoy 1 is separated from the connecting buckle 3 through the lower wire mesh 4 that has been dragged onto the ship, and the buoy 1 is dragged onto the ship, thus completing the unloading of the single floating barrier.

Claims

1. A floating structure combined with a buoy and a wire mesh, characterized in that: It comprises a plurality of buoys (1) for floating on the water surface, wherein adjacent buoys (1) are connected via connecting buckles (3); The connecting buckle (3) is fixed to the top middle part of the buoy (1) through the convex cover plate (2); An upper steel wire mesh structure (6) is installed on the top of each buoy (1) for intercepting floating objects on the water surface; The bottom of each buoy (1) is equipped with a lower steel wire mesh (4) for intercepting underwater floating objects; Two adjacent lower steel wire meshes (4) are clamped and connected by multiple groups of rope clamps (7) to form a whole structure; A weight (5) is fixed to the bottom end of the lower wire mesh (4); The buoy (1) comprises a buoy body (101), the buoy body (101) adopts a semi-cylindrical hollow structure, and the interior of the buoy body (101) is filled with polyurethane foam; a concave semi-cylindrical slot (102) for mounting a connecting buckle (3) is provided in the middle of the top plane of the buoy body (101); a wire mesh mounting hole (104) for mounting a lower wire mesh (4) is processed at the bottom end of the buoy body (101); An arc-shaped groove (103) is provided on the top of the buoy body (101) and at one end of the concave semi-cylindrical slot (102); The connecting buckle (3) includes a connecting rod (302), which is arranged inside the concave semi-cylindrical groove (102) of the buoy (1); a connecting ring (301) is provided at one end of the connecting rod (302), and a U-shaped connecting rod (303) is provided at the other end; a threaded cylindrical hook (305) for matching with an adjacent connecting ring (301) is provided at the top end of the U-shaped connecting rod (303), and a locking nut (304) is installed on the threaded cylindrical hook (305); the U-shaped connecting rod (303) is arranged on the side where the arc-shaped groove (103) is located; The outwardly convex cover plate (2) comprises a cover plate body (203), the center portion of which is machined with an outwardly convex semi-cylindrical slot (201), and the two side wings of the cover plate body (203) are pressed and fixed to the top middle portion of the buoy (1) by bolts (202) and gaskets (204).

2. A float and wire mesh combined type floating barrier structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper steel wire mesh structure (6) comprises fixed suspension columns (601) fixed to the top of the buoy (1), and an upper steel wire mesh (602) is fixed between the fixed suspension columns (601).

3. The combined float and wire mesh structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The width of the lower steel wire mesh (4) is longer than the length of the buoy (1).

4. A method for using a combined float and wire mesh structure according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: Step 1.1, onshore assembly of a single drift-blocking structure: On a single buoy (1), a connecting buckle (3) is fixed through an outer convex cover plate (2), a lower steel mesh (4) is installed at the bottom end of the buoy (1), and an upper steel mesh structure (6) is fixed to the top end of the buoy (1); Step 1.2, transportation of a single floating barrier structure: Calculate the number of individual interception structures required based on the width of the water area to be intercepted, and use a transport ship to transport the assembled individual interception structures to the water area where they need to be installed; Step 1.3, assembly of a single floating structure on water: Lowering a single floating arresting structure on a transport vessel into the water, and then connecting adjacent buoys (1) via connecting buckles (3) to form an integral floating arresting structure; Step 1.4, connection of the lower wire mesh (4): After the adjacent buoys (1) are assembled, the adjacent lower steel wire meshes (4) are clamped and connected using rope clamps (7); Step 1.5, normal operation of the floating structure: During normal operation, the integrated floating interception structure will always float on the water surface, intercepting floating objects on the water surface through the upper wire mesh structure (6) located on the water surface, and intercepting floating objects within a certain depth underwater through the lower wire mesh (4).

5. The method for using the combined float and wire mesh structure according to claim 4, characterized in that: When it is necessary to unload the floating structure, the following steps are included: Step 2.1: Use a hook to hook up the wire mesh (4) at the bottom of the floating block to be replaced and remove the rope clamp (7) associated with it, so that the floating block is no longer connected to other floating blocks; Step 2.2: Use the hook to drag the lower wire mesh (4) onto the boat first to reduce the weight of the floating body; Step 2.3: Use a wrench to remove the outer convex cover plate (2) in the float arrester unit to be repaired or replaced; Step 2.4: The buoy (1) is separated from the connecting buckle (3) by the lower wire mesh (4) that has been dragged onto the ship, and the buoy (1) is dragged onto the ship, thus completing the unloading of the single floating body.

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