A water delivery conduit deformation monitoring device
By combining a monitoring vehicle, a level indicator, and a centering adjuster, the problems of cumbersome operation and high cost in monitoring deformation of water pipelines have been solved, realizing automated and accurate monitoring inside the pipeline and reducing the difficulty and cost of operation.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SINOHYDRO BUREAU 5
- Filing Date
- 2023-10-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-12
AI Technical Summary
Existing technologies are cumbersome and costly to operate in monitoring deformation of water pipelines, especially for buried pipelines, which require manual operation and high receiver costs.
A combination device consisting of a monitoring vehicle, a level indicator, a centering adjuster, and a monitoring rod is used. The level indicator is used to adjust the level of the monitoring vehicle, the centering adjuster is used to position the monitoring rod in the center of the pipeline, and the monitoring rod is rotated by a rotating connector. In conjunction with a displacement sensor, pipeline deformation is monitored.
It enables automated and precise monitoring of various areas inside the pipeline, reducing operational difficulty and cost, and improving monitoring efficiency and accuracy.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of pipeline deformation monitoring equipment technology, specifically to a water pipeline deformation monitoring device. Background Technology
[0002] With the continuous increase in underground water supply and drainage pipelines in recent years, engineering problems caused by pipeline deformation have occurred frequently. In order to improve the safety of pipeline use, deformation monitoring of pipelines is particularly important. At present, the main methods for monitoring the deformation of water transmission pipelines are leveling instruments, total stations, and GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) measurements. For buried pipelines, measurement marks need to be set out on the pipeline. Leveling instruments and total stations rely on manual measurement of vertical displacement and horizontal coordinate changes, which is quite troublesome. GNSS measurements require a receiver to be placed at each measuring point, which is costly.
[0003] Therefore, there is a need to provide a water pipeline deformation monitoring device to solve the problems of cumbersome operation and high cost of placing multiple receivers in water pipeline deformation monitoring. Summary of the Invention
[0004] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a deformation monitoring device for water pipelines, which solves the problems of cumbersome operation and high cost in water pipelines.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is as follows: a water pipeline deformation monitoring device, comprising a monitoring vehicle, a level indicator, a centering adjuster, and a monitoring rod;
[0006] A level indicator, installed on the monitoring vehicle, is used to observe and keep the monitoring vehicle level.
[0007] The centering adjuster, installed on the monitoring vehicle, includes a first drive assembly and a rotary connector; the first drive assembly is used to drive the rotary connector to move up and down, so that the rotary connector is in the center of the water pipeline.
[0008] The monitoring rod is horizontally connected to the rotating connector; the rotating connector drives the monitoring rod to rotate, and the monitoring rod monitors the deformation of the water supply pipeline.
[0009] As a further technical solution to the above scheme, the monitoring rod is provided with a first monitoring component, which includes a first connecting rod, a second connecting rod, a horizontal plate, a support rod, a return spring, a target ring, and a displacement sensor; one end of the first connecting rod is hinged to the right end of the monitoring rod, and the other end is hinged to the right end of the horizontal plate; one end of the second connecting rod can slide left and right to the left end of the monitoring rod, and the other end is hinged to the left end of the horizontal plate; the support rod moves through the horizontal plate, and its lower end is connected to the target ring, and the upper end of the support rod is provided with a universal wheel for conforming to the inner wall of the pipe; the return spring is sleeved on the support rod; the displacement sensor is set on the monitoring rod and cooperates with the target ring to measure the distance of the support rod moving up and down, and monitor the deformation of the water supply pipeline.
[0010] As a further technical solution of the above scheme, the monitoring rod is also provided with a second monitoring component that is symmetrical to the first monitoring component, and the structure of the second monitoring component is the same as that of the first monitoring component.
[0011] As a further technical solution of the above scheme, the monitoring rod is provided with a transverse sliding groove, and one end of the second connecting rod is slidably connected in the transverse sliding groove through the first slider.
[0012] As a further technical solution of the above solution, the end of the support rod is provided with a connecting seat, the connecting seat is detachably provided with a detection rod, and the upper end of the detection rod is provided with a caster wheel.
[0013] As a further technical solution of the above solution, the upper end of the connecting seat is provided with a slot, and the side wall is provided with a wedge-shaped locking block that passes through the side wall of the slot via a pull rod; the bottom of the detection rod is provided with a wedge-shaped insertion rod, and the side of the wedge-shaped insertion rod is provided with an insertion hole that matches the wedge-shaped locking block.
[0014] As a further technical solution to the above scheme, two wedge-shaped locking blocks are provided, which are respectively set on the opposite side walls of the slot, and two matching insertion holes are also provided on the wedge-shaped insertion rod.
[0015] As a further technical solution of the above solution, the centering adjuster also includes a mounting base with a vertical scale on it; the first drive assembly includes a first motor, a lead screw and a second slider, the first motor is mounted on the mounting base, the output shaft of the first motor is connected to the lead screw, the second slider is screwed onto the lead screw, and a pointer pointing horizontally to the vertical scale is provided on the second slider.
[0016] As a further technical solution of the above scheme, the rotating connector includes a second motor and a rotating rod; one end of the rotating rod is connected to a second slider, and the other end is connected to a monitoring rod; the second motor is set inside the rotating rod, and its output shaft is connected to the monitoring rod to drive the monitoring rod to rotate.
[0017] As a further technical solution to the above scheme, the monitoring vehicle is also equipped with a counterweight box.
[0018] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages and beneficial effects: The present invention adjusts the position of the monitoring rod to the center of the pipeline by setting a level indicator and a centering adjuster, and starts the rotating connector to drive the monitoring rod to rotate. The rotation of the monitoring rod monitors various positions on the inner wall of the water supply pipeline. The monitoring vehicle moves continuously inside the water supply pipeline to complete the monitoring of various areas. Attached Figure Description
[0019] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the front structure of the monitoring rod.
[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram showing the connection relationship between the detection rod and the connecting seat.
[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the front structure of the level indicator.
[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the usage state of the present invention.
[0024] The labels in the diagram are as follows: Monitoring vehicle-1; Level indicator-2; Centering adjuster-3; First drive assembly-31; First motor-311; Lead screw-312; Second slider-313; Pointer-314; Rotary connector-32; Second motor-321; Rotating rod-322; Mounting base-33; Vertical scale-34; Monitoring rod-4; First monitoring assembly-41; First connecting rod-411; Second connecting rod-412; Level plate-413; Support rod-414; Return spring-415; Target ring-416; Displacement sensor-417; Universal wheel-418; First slider-419; Second monitoring assembly-42; Lateral slide groove-43; Connecting base-5; Detection rod-51; Slot-52; Pull rod-53; Wedge-shaped lock block-54; Wedge-shaped insertion rod-55; Socket-56; Counterweight box-6. Detailed Implementation
[0025] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings in the embodiments of the present invention, so as to provide a better understanding of the concept of the present invention, the technical problem solved, the technical features constituting the technical solution, and the technical effects brought about.
[0026] like Figures 1-5 As shown, the present invention provides a water pipeline deformation monitoring device comprising a monitoring vehicle 1, a level indicator 2, a centering adjuster 3, and a monitoring rod 4;
[0027] A level indicator 2 is installed on the monitoring vehicle 1 to observe and keep the monitoring vehicle 1 level.
[0028] The centering adjuster 3 is installed on the monitoring vehicle 1 and includes a first drive assembly 31 and a rotary connector 32; the first drive assembly 31 is used to drive the rotary connector 32 to move up and down, so that the rotary connector 32 is in the center of the water pipeline.
[0029] The monitoring rod 4 is horizontally connected to the rotating connector 32; the rotating connector 32 drives the monitoring rod 4 to rotate, and the monitoring rod 4 monitors the deformation of the water supply pipeline.
[0030] When monitoring a water pipeline, the monitoring vehicle 1 is first placed inside the pipeline. The position of the monitoring vehicle 1 is observed using the level indicator 2. The operator adjusts the monitoring vehicle to make it level, and then adjusts the rotating connector 32 through the first drive component 31 so that the rotating connector 32 is in the center of the water pipeline, thus completing the adjustment operation. The rotating connector 32 is then started, which drives the monitoring rod 4 to rotate. During the rotation of the monitoring rod 4, if the water pipeline deforms, it will cause the monitoring rod 4 to deform, thereby realizing the monitoring of the deformation of the water pipeline. The monitoring vehicle 1 moves continuously inside the water pipeline to complete the monitoring of various areas.
[0031] like Figure 2 As shown in the preferred embodiment, the monitoring rod 4 is provided with a first monitoring component 41, which includes a first connecting rod 411, a second connecting rod 412, a horizontal plate 413, a support rod 414, a return spring 415, a target ring 416, and a displacement sensor 417. One end of the first connecting rod 411 is hinged to the right end of the monitoring rod 4, and the other end is hinged to the right end of the horizontal plate 413. One end of the second connecting rod 412 is slidably connected to the left end of the monitoring rod 4, and the other end is hinged to the left end of the horizontal plate 413. The support rod 414 moves through the horizontal plate 413, and its lower end is connected to the target ring 416. The upper end of the support rod 414 is provided with a universal wheel 418 for fitting against the inner wall of the pipe. The return spring 415 is sleeved on the support rod 414. The displacement sensor 417 is set on the monitoring rod 4 and cooperates with the target ring 416 to measure the distance of the support rod 414 moving up and down, and monitor the deformation of the water supply pipe. During monitoring, the second connecting rod 412 is first slid to one end connected to the monitoring rod 4, so that the caster wheel 418 is pressed against the inner wall of the pipe. At this time, the second connecting rod 412 is fixed, the monitoring rod 4 rotates, and the caster wheel 418 rotates along the inner wall of the water supply pipe. When the water supply pipe deforms, the caster wheel 418 is squeezed and moves downward, which drives the support rod 414 to move down. The target ring 416 at the lower end of the support rod 414 moves down, and the displacement sensor 417 records the change in distance between the target ring 416 and the target ring 416, thereby determining whether the water supply pipe is deformed. In addition, the caster wheel 418 will move along the circumference of the pipe during the monitoring process, making the monitoring more comprehensive.
[0032] like Figure 2As shown, the monitoring rod 4 is also equipped with a second monitoring component 42, which is symmetrical to the first monitoring component 41. The structure of the second monitoring component 42 is the same as that of the first monitoring component 41. During monitoring, the second monitoring component 42 can be used simultaneously to collect data, facilitating data comparison and further improving accuracy.
[0033] like Figure 2 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, the monitoring rod 4 is provided with a transverse sliding groove 43, and one end of the second connecting rod 412 is slidably connected to the transverse sliding groove 43 via a first slider 419. Connecting one end of the second connecting rod 412 to the transverse sliding groove 43 of the monitoring rod 4 via the first slider 419 allows for more precise control of the sliding of the first slider 419, and also enables precise stopping of the sliding motion, by incorporating a motor and lead screw within the monitoring rod 4.
[0034] like Figure 3 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, the end of the support rod 414 is provided with a connecting seat 5, and a detection rod 51 is detachably provided on the connecting seat 5. A caster wheel 418 is provided at the upper end of the detection rod 51. The caster wheel 418 is connected to the detection rod 51. Since the detection rod 51 and the connecting seat 5 are detachably connected, it is convenient for later maintenance and replacement.
[0035] like Figure 3 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, the upper end of the connecting seat 5 is provided with a slot 52, and the side wall is provided with a wedge-shaped locking block 54 passing through the side wall of the slot 52 via a pull rod 53; the bottom of the detection rod 51 is provided with a wedge-shaped insert 55, and the side of the wedge-shaped insert 55 is provided with an insertion hole 56 that matches the wedge-shaped locking block 54. When connecting the detection rod 51, the wedge-shaped insert 55 at the bottom is inserted into the slot 2, and the pull rod 53 is pulled to insert the wedge-shaped locking block 54 into the insertion hole 56 to complete the fixation.
[0036] like Figure 3 As shown in the preferred embodiment, two wedge-shaped locking blocks 54 are provided, respectively disposed on opposite sidewalls of the slot 52, and two matching insertion holes 56 are also provided on the wedge-shaped insert 55. When fixing the wedge-shaped insert 55, two wedge-shaped locking blocks 54 are inserted into the insertion holes 56 for fixation, further improving stability.
[0037] like Figure 1As shown in a preferred embodiment, the centering adjuster 3 further includes a mounting base 33, on which a vertical scale 34 is provided. The first drive assembly 31 includes a first motor 311, a lead screw 312, and a second slider 313. The first motor 311 is mounted on the mounting base 33, and its output shaft is connected to the lead screw 312. The second slider 313 is screwed onto the lead screw 312, and a pointer 314 pointing horizontally to the vertical scale 34 is provided on the second slider 313. When using the centering adjuster 3, the first motor 311 is started to drive the lead screw 312 to rotate. Since the second slider 313 is screwed onto the lead screw 312, the second slider 313 slides up and down, causing the pointer 314 to point to the center of the vertical scale 34, thus completing the height adjustment.
[0038] like Figure 5 As shown in a preferred embodiment, the rotary connector 32 includes a second motor 321 and a rotating rod 322; one end of the rotating rod 322 is connected to the second slider 313, and the other end is connected to the monitoring rod 4; the second motor 321 is disposed inside the rotating rod 322, and its output shaft is connected to the monitoring rod 4 to drive the monitoring rod 4 to rotate. When using the rotary connector 32, the second motor 321 is started first, and the rotation of the second motor 321 will drive the monitoring rod 4 to rotate.
[0039] like Figure 1 As shown, in a preferred embodiment, the monitoring vehicle 1 is also equipped with a counterweight box 6. The counterweight box 6 is provided on the monitoring vehicle 1 to make the device more stable.
[0040] like Figure 4 As shown in the preferred embodiment, when it is necessary to perform deformation detection on the water pipeline, the monitoring vehicle is first placed into the pipeline through the inspection well of each pipe section. Since there is a counterweight at the bottom of the vertical rod, the vertical rod will drive the angle pointer to maintain a vertical state under its own weight. At this time, the attitude of the monitoring vehicle can be adjusted by the degree scale value on the left side of the horizontal indicator, until the angle pointer points to the 0° line, indicating that the monitoring vehicle has been adjusted to a horizontal state, in preparation for pipeline deformation detection.
[0041] The specific steps for using this device are as follows:
[0042] S1. When deformation detection of water pipeline is required, the monitoring vehicle is first placed into the pipeline through the inspection well of each pipe section. Since there is a counterweight at the bottom of the vertical rod, the vertical rod will drive the angle pointer to keep it in a vertical state under its own weight. At this time, the attitude of the monitoring vehicle can be adjusted by the degree scale value on the left side of the horizontal indicator, until the angle pointer points to the 0° line, indicating that the monitoring vehicle has been adjusted to a horizontal state, in preparation for pipeline deformation detection.
[0043] S2. After the monitoring vehicle is kept horizontal inside the pipeline, the motor on the starting screw is controlled to rotate according to the inner radius of the pipeline and the value indicated by the height pointer on the scale line on the front wall of the centering adjuster. This rotates the screw, which in turn moves the slider, causing the height pointer and the monitoring rod to move up and down. This makes the value indicated by the height pointer on the scale equal to the inner radius of the pipeline, so that the center point of the monitoring rod is located on the center line of the inner diameter of the pipeline, in preparation for subsequent monitoring.
[0044] S3. After the monitoring rod is positioned, start the No. 3 motor on the threaded rod to rotate the threaded rod, which pushes the moving block to the right. This causes the No. 1 and No. 2 rods to move closer together, so that the caster above the horizontal plate comes into contact with the inner wall of the pipe. At this time, adjust the distance between the displacement sensor and the target ring to the initial value and record it. Then, start the monitoring vehicle to move forward. When it encounters a deformed part of the pipe, the caster will be squeezed by the inner wall of the pipe or rebounded by the spring on the outer wall of the moving rod, which will cause the target ring at the bottom of the moving rod to move up and down. The displacement sensor will then detect the change in the distance of the target ring to determine whether the pipe is deformed. In addition, since the monitoring rod is connected to the rotator through the No. 2 bearing, starting the No. 2 motor in the rotator can rotate the monitoring rod, which will then cause the caster to rotate one revolution along the inner wall of the pipe to detect the circumferential deformation value of the pipe, making the monitoring more comprehensive.
[0045] S4. Additionally, when the length of the detection head is unsuitable and needs to be replaced, a suitable detection head can be taken, and the wedge-shaped insert at the bottom of the detection head can be inserted into the mounting base. At this time, the wedge-shaped insert will press the wedge-shaped locking block to move outward to make room until the wedge-shaped insert is fully inserted into the mounting base. The wedge-shaped locking block will encounter the slot and be inserted into the second rod under the rebound of the spring, thereby limiting and fixing the wedge-shaped insert and thus firmly connecting the detection head to the mounting base. In addition, since a pull rod is provided, pulling the pull rod will cause the wedge-shaped locking block to disengage from the slot, thereby releasing the limitation on the wedge-shaped insert and realizing the disassembly and replacement of the detection head.
[0046] The terms "connection" and "fixing" appearing in the description of this invention can refer to fixed connection, processing and forming, welding, or mechanical connection. The specific meaning of the above terms in this invention should be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0047] In the description of this invention, the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., are used only to indicate the orientation or positional relationship for the convenience of describing this invention and to simplify the description, and do not indicate or imply a specific orientation that the device or element referred to must have, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this invention.
[0048] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and not to limit them; although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some or all of the technical features; and these modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention.
Claims
1. A deformation monitoring device for water pipelines, characterized in that: Includes a monitoring vehicle (1), a level indicator (2), a centering adjuster (3), and a monitoring rod (4); A level indicator (2) is installed on the monitoring vehicle (1) to observe and keep the monitoring vehicle (1) level; The centering adjuster (3) is installed on the monitoring vehicle (1) and includes a first drive assembly (31) and a rotating connector (32); the first drive assembly (31) is used to drive the rotating connector (32) to move up and down, so that the rotating connector (32) is in the center of the water pipeline; The monitoring rod (4) is horizontally connected to the rotating connector (32); the rotating connector (32) drives the monitoring rod (4) to rotate, and the monitoring rod (4) monitors the deformation of the water supply pipeline; The monitoring rod (4) is provided with a first monitoring component (41), which includes a first connecting rod (411), a second connecting rod (412), a horizontal plate (413), a support rod (414), a reset spring (415), a target ring (416), and a displacement sensor (417). One end of the first connecting rod (411) is hinged to the right end of the monitoring rod (4), and the other end is hinged to the right end of the horizontal plate (413). One end of the second connecting rod (412) can slide left and right to the monitoring rod. The left end of the rod (4) is hinged to the left end of the horizontal plate (413); the support rod (414) moves through the horizontal plate (413) and the lower end is connected to the target ring (416). The upper end of the support rod (414) is provided with a universal wheel (418) for fitting the inner wall of the pipe; the reset spring (415) is sleeved on the support rod (414); the displacement sensor (417) is set on the monitoring rod (4) and cooperates with the target ring (416) to measure the distance of the support rod (414) moving up and down, and monitor the deformation of the water supply pipe; The end of the support rod (414) is provided with a connecting seat (5), and a detection rod (51) is detachably provided on the connecting seat (5). The upper end of the detection rod (51) is provided with a universal wheel (418). The upper end of the connecting seat (5) is provided with a slot (52), and the side wall is provided with a wedge-shaped locking block (54) that passes through the side wall of the slot (52) via a pull rod (53); the bottom of the detection rod (51) is provided with a wedge-shaped insert (55), and the side of the wedge-shaped insert (55) is provided with a socket (56) that matches the wedge-shaped locking block (54). The centering adjuster (3) also includes a mounting base (33), on which a vertical scale (34) is provided; the first drive assembly (31) includes a first motor (311), a lead screw (312) and a second slider (313), the first motor (311) is mounted on the mounting base (33), the output shaft of the first motor (311) is connected to the lead screw (312), the second slider (313) is screwed onto the lead screw (312), and a pointer (314) pointing horizontally to the vertical scale (34) is provided on the second slider (313).
2. The water pipeline deformation monitoring device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The monitoring rod (4) is also provided with a second monitoring component (42) that is symmetrical to the first monitoring component (41). The structure of the second monitoring component (42) is the same as that of the first monitoring component (41).
3. The water pipeline deformation monitoring device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The monitoring rod (4) is provided with a transverse groove (43), and one end of the second connecting rod (412) is slidably connected to the transverse groove (43) through the first slider (419).
4. The water pipeline deformation monitoring device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: Two wedge-shaped locking blocks (54) are provided, respectively set on opposite side walls of the slot (52), and two matching insertion holes (56) are also provided on the wedge-shaped insertion rod (55).
5. The water pipeline deformation monitoring device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The rotating connector (32) includes a second motor (321) and a rotating rod (322); one end of the rotating rod (322) is connected to the second slider (313), and the other end is connected to the monitoring rod (4); the second motor (321) is located inside the rotating rod (322), and its output shaft is connected to the monitoring rod (4) to drive the monitoring rod (4) to rotate.
6. The water pipeline deformation monitoring device as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The monitoring vehicle (1) is also equipped with a counterweight box (6).