A container scanning detection shed

By designing a container scanning and inspection shed and utilizing a combination of telescopic frames and solar panels, the problems of large footprint and low accuracy in rainy and snowy weather in container inspection systems have been solved, achieving efficient, low-cost, and highly accurate inspection results.

CN117536481BActive Publication Date: 2026-08-25THE QINGDAO PORT CO +1
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Application Number
CN202311430185.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Patents(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-10-31
Publication Date
2026-08-25
Estimated Expiration
2043-10-31

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Technical Problem

Existing container inspection systems occupy a large area and have low accuracy in rainy or snowy weather.

Method used

A container scanning and inspection shed was designed, which uses two parallel and spaced telescopic frames, equipped with solar panels and waterproof tarpaulins. The container scanning and inspection is achieved by extending and retracting the telescopic frames, and the shed provides rain protection in rainy and snowy weather.

Benefits of technology

It achieves high efficiency, safety, low cost and high accuracy in container inspection, reduces the floor space required, extends the service life of the equipment, and maintains inspection effectiveness in rainy and snowy weather.

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Abstract

The application discloses a container scanning and detecting shed, which comprises two parallel and spaced telescopic frames, the top of the two telescopic frames is connected through a connecting rod, one end of the telescopic frame is fixed with a fixed frame, the other end is fixed with a movable frame, the telescopic frame is used to drive the movable frame to move, so that the movable frame is close to and / or away from the fixed frame, the top of the fixed frame is provided with a hollow frame, the top of the hollow frame is fixed with a first solar panel, the inside of the hollow frame is slidably matched with a second solar panel, the end of the second solar panel is fixed on the top of the movable frame, and the second solar panel is extended out and / or retracted into the hollow frame through the movement of the movable frame. The scanning and detecting shed can realize smooth and effective telescopic expansion, and can be retracted through the telescopic frame when not in use, so that the occupied area is reduced. The waterproof tarpaulin plays a rain-shielding function and will not reduce the accuracy of the container scanning and detecting in rainy and snowy days.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of container inspection technology, and more specifically to a container scanning and inspection shed. Background Technology

[0002] Container inspection systems utilize the penetrating power of high-energy X-rays to visualize the cargo inside a container without opening it. A typical container inspection system consists of a radiation source and detectors. Due to the large size of containers, the inspection process requires the container to move relative to the radiation source and detectors. The container truck enters the scanning channel, passes through the X-ray inspection quickly and stably, and then leaves the scanning channel after the inspection is complete.

[0003] Currently, existing container inspection systems are expensive, energy-intensive, and often occupy a large area, making installation and maintenance difficult, resulting in a short lifespan. Container inspection systems are typically installed outdoors, and rain or snow entering the scanning channel can affect the scanning process and reduce accuracy. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a container scanning and inspection shed to solve the shortcomings of existing container inspection systems, such as large footprint and low accuracy in rainy or snowy weather.

[0005] To this end, the present invention provides a container scanning and inspection shed, comprising two parallel and spaced telescopic frames, the tops of the two telescopic frames being connected by a connecting rod; one end of each telescopic frame is fixed to a fixed frame and the other end is fixed to a movable frame, the telescopic frames being extended and retracted to move the movable frame, causing the movable frame to move closer to and / or away from the fixed frame; The fixed frame has a hollow frame at its top, and a first solar panel is fixed to the top of the hollow frame. A second solar panel is slidably fitted inside the hollow frame, and the end of the second solar panel is fixed to the top of the movable frame. The second solar panel extends and / or retracts into the hollow frame by moving the movable frame. A support frame includes a fixed tube fixed above the hollow frame and arranged horizontally, and a movable rod fixed above the movable frame and arranged horizontally. The end of the movable rod is slidably fitted inside the fixed tube. A waterproof tarpaulin covers the support frame. The extension and retraction of the telescopic frame moves the movable rod, simultaneously causing the waterproof tarpaulin to extend and / or retract.

[0006] Preferably, the telescopic support includes multiple vertically spaced columns, and a hinged four-bar linkage is provided between two adjacent columns.

[0007] Preferably, the connecting rod is equipped with an explosion-proof light.

[0008] Preferably, the bottom of the mobile frame is provided with a motor and drive wheels, and the motor is used to drive the drive wheels to move.

[0009] Preferably, the bottom of the telescopic bracket is provided with a movable wheel, which is moved by the movement of the drive wheel.

[0010] Preferably, it also includes a track that mates with the drive wheel and the moving wheel, the track being fixed to the ground.

[0011] Preferably, the mounting bracket is equipped with a control panel.

[0012] Preferably, the mobile frame is equipped with a scanner.

[0013] Preferably, the upper end of the hollow frame is vertically fixed with two first columns, and the two first columns correspond to the two fixed frames respectively; the number of fixed tubes is two, and the two fixed tubes are vertically fixed on the two first columns respectively.

[0014] Preferably, the upper ends of the two movable frames are each vertically fixed with a second column, and the number of movable rods is two, with the two movable rods being vertically fixed on the two second columns respectively.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of the present invention include: the container scanning and inspection shed of the present invention has a reasonable structural design, which can conveniently and quickly realize the scanning and inspection of containers, saving time and effort, and is safe and efficient, which is conducive to realizing convenient and efficient customs inspection work.

[0016] The scanning and inspection shed of this invention has a compact structure, small footprint, low cost, and is easy to maintain. The scanning and inspection shed of this invention can be smoothly and effectively extended and retracted via a telescopic frame when in use and when not in use, thus reducing the floor space required.

[0017] The scanning and detection shed of this invention is equipped with solar panels, which can provide power for the telescopic movement of the telescopic frame, resulting in low energy consumption and environmental friendliness.

[0018] The scanning and inspection shed of the present invention is equipped with a waterproof tarpaulin, which provides rain protection and does not reduce the accuracy of container scanning and inspection in rainy or snowy weather; it also protects the scanning and inspection shed and extends its service life.

[0019] Other features and advantages of the present invention will become clearer after reading the detailed embodiments of the invention in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1This is a schematic diagram of the support structure for the container scanning and inspection shed of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of one embodiment of the container scanning and inspection shed of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of one embodiment of the telescopic frame of the container scanning and inspection shed of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of one embodiment of the container scanning and inspection shed of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0021] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0022] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the container scanning and inspection shed of the present invention includes two parallel and spaced telescopic frames 10, the tops of which are connected by a connecting rod 20; one end of each telescopic frame 10 is fixed to a fixed frame 30, and the other end is connected to a movable frame 40. The telescopic frames 10 extend and retract to move the movable frame 40, causing it to move closer to and / or further away from the fixed frame 30; the top of the fixed frame 30 is provided with a hollow frame 50, and a first solar panel 51 is fixed to the top of the hollow frame 50. A second solar panel 52 is slidably fitted inside the hollow frame 50. The end of the telescopic frame 10 is fixed to the top of the movable frame 40. The movement of the movable frame 40 causes the second solar panel 52 to extend and / or retract into the hollow frame 50. The support frame 60 includes a fixed tube 61 fixed above the hollow frame 50 and arranged laterally, and a movable rod 62 fixed above the movable frame 40 and arranged laterally. The end of the movable rod 62 is slidably fitted into the fixed tube 61. The waterproof tarpaulin 70 is fixed to the support frame 60. The telescopic frame 10 extends and retracts to drive the movable rod 62 to move, thereby extending and / or retracting the waterproof tarpaulin 70.

[0023] The container scanning and inspection shed of this invention has a reasonable structural design, which can conveniently and quickly realize the scanning and inspection of containers, saving time and effort, and is safe and efficient, which is conducive to realizing convenient and efficient customs inspection work.

[0024] The scanning and inspection shed of this invention has a compact structure, small footprint, low cost, and is easy to maintain. The scanning and inspection shed of this invention can be smoothly and effectively extended and retracted via a telescopic frame when in use and when not in use, thus reducing the floor space required.

[0025] The scanning and detection shed of this invention is equipped with solar panels, which can provide power for the telescopic movement of the telescopic frame, resulting in low energy consumption and environmental friendliness.

[0026] The scanning and inspection shed of the present invention is equipped with a waterproof tarpaulin 70, which can provide rain protection and thus not reduce the accuracy of container scanning and inspection in rainy or snowy weather; it can also protect the scanning and inspection shed and extend its service life.

[0027] The waterproof tarpaulin 70 is a transparent waterproof material commonly used in this technical field. It can prevent rain and snow while allowing light to pass through, and will not affect the solar panels' absorption of solar energy.

[0028] There are two fixed brackets 30, each fixed to one end of one of the two telescopic brackets 10; the fixing method can be a common fixing method in this technical field, and no specific limitation is made here. There are two movable brackets 40, each fixed to the other end of one of the two telescopic brackets 10; the fixing method can be a common fixing method in this technical field, and no specific limitation is made here.

[0029] The projection of the hollow frame 50 is rectangular. The width of the hollow frame 50 is greater than or equal to the distance between the two fixed frames 30, and the length of the hollow frame 50 is less than the length of the telescopic frame 10. The hollow frame 50 is fixed between the two fixed frames 30, and the opening of the hollow frame 50 faces the movable frame 40.

[0030] The first solar panel 51 is rectangular, with a side length less than or equal to the side length of the hollow frame 50. The first solar panel 51 is fixed to the hollow frame 50. The second solar panel 52 can also be rectangular, with one end extending into the hollow frame 50 and the other end fixed to the top of the two movable frames 40. The movement of the two movable frames 40 can cause the second solar panel 52 to extend and retract within the hollow frame 50, allowing it to extend and / or retract into the hollow frame 50.

[0031] When the telescopic frame 10 is extended to its maximum extent, one end of the second solar panel 52 is still inside the hollow frame 50, and the second solar panel 52 does not fully extend out of the hollow frame 50, thus effectively preventing the second solar panel 52 from detaching from the hollow frame 50.

[0032] Alternatively, the hollow frame 50 may be equipped with a limiting mechanism to limit the second solar panel 52, so as to prevent the second solar panel 52 from detaching from the hollow frame 50. No specific restrictions are made here.

[0033] The first solar panel 51 and the second solar panel 52 can provide power to the explosion-proof light 13, motor 41, scanner 43, control panel 31, etc., achieving energy conservation, emission reduction, and green efficiency. The first solar panel 51 and the second solar panel 52 can be any solar panel commonly used in this technical field, and no specific limitations are made here.

[0034] The telescopic frame 10 includes a plurality of vertically spaced columns 11. A hinged four-bar linkage 12 is provided between two adjacent columns 11, and the two adjacent hinged four-bar linkages 12 are hinged to each other, thereby enabling the telescopic movement of the telescopic frame 10. The hinged four-bar linkage 12 can be any hinged four-bar linkage 12 commonly used in this technical field, and no specific limitation is made here.

[0035] The tops of the two telescopic frames 10 are connected by connecting rods 20. The number of connecting rods 20 is equal to the number of uprights 11. The two ends of the connecting rods 20 are fixed to the tops of the corresponding uprights 11 on the two telescopic frames 10, thereby enabling the connection of the two telescopic frames 10 and making the two telescopic frames 10 connected as one.

[0036] The length of the link 20 is greater than the width of the container truck, which allows the container to be arranged between the two telescopic frames 10 so that the container can be scanned and inspected.

[0037] An explosion-proof light 13 is provided on the connecting rod 20. The explosion-proof light 13 is used to provide illumination, thereby facilitating the smooth and effective operation of container scanning and inspection. The explosion-proof light 13 can be a common LED explosion-proof light in this technical field, and no specific limitation is made here.

[0038] The bottom of the column 11 is equipped with a movable wheel 14, and the bottom of the movable frame 40 is equipped with a motor 41 and a drive wheel 42. The motor 41 is used to drive the drive wheel 42 to move. The rolling of the drive wheel 42 can drive the movable wheel 41 to roll, thereby enabling the telescopic frame 10 to move smoothly and effectively.

[0039] The container scanning and inspection shed of the present invention also includes a track 15 set on the ground, and the drive wheel 42 and the moving wheel 14 can roll in cooperation with the track 15, so that the drive wheel 42 and the moving wheel 14 can roll smoothly and effectively, thereby realizing the smooth and effective telescopic movement of the telescopic frame 10.

[0040] The movable frame 40 is equipped with a scanner 43, which can scan and inspect the container. Both movable frames 40 are equipped with scanners 43, and the two scanners 43 can be fixed on the corresponding sides of the two movable frames 40, so that the scanners 43 can effectively scan and inspect the container.

[0041] Scanner 43 can be any X-ray scanner commonly used in this technical field, and no specific limitations are made here.

[0042] The mounting bracket 30 is equipped with a control panel 31, which can be connected to a first solar panel 51 and a second solar panel 52. The first solar panel 51 and the second solar panel 52 are used to power the control panel 31. The control panel 31 can be connected to the explosion-proof light 13, the motor 41, and the scanner 43. The control panel 31 can control the explosion-proof light 13, the motor 41, and the scanner 43, making it more intelligent and automated.

[0043] During container scanning and inspection, the transport vehicle carrying the container can slowly move from between the two movable frames 40 to between the two telescopic frames 10. While the transport vehicle moves slowly, two scanners 43 scan the container to detect whether it contains contraband. After scanning, the transport vehicle carrying the container can drive out from between the two fixed frames 30.

[0044] The support frame 60 includes a fixed tube 61 fixed above the hollow frame 50 and arranged horizontally, and a movable rod 62 fixed above the movable frame 40 and arranged horizontally, the end of the movable rod 62 being slidably fitted inside the fixed tube 61; a waterproof tarpaulin 70, which is fixed to the support frame 60; the movable rod 62 is moved by the extension and retraction of the telescopic frame 10, which at the same time causes the waterproof tarpaulin 70 to extend and / or retract.

[0045] Specifically, the upper end of the hollow frame 50 is vertically fixed with two first columns 63, which correspond to two fixed frames 30 respectively; there are two fixing tubes 61, which are vertically fixed on the two first columns 63 respectively.

[0046] Two second columns 64 are vertically fixed to the upper ends of the two movable frames 40 respectively, and there are two movable rods 62, which are vertically fixed to the two second columns 64 respectively.

[0047] A first reinforcing rod 65 is connected between the tops of the two first columns 63. A second reinforcing rod 66 is vertically provided between the first reinforcing rod 65 and the hollow frame 50. A third reinforcing rod 67 is also connected between the tops of the two second columns 64. This makes the support frame 60 structurally stable and reliable, with a long service life and strong load-bearing capacity.

[0048] A waterproof tarpaulin 70 covers the support frame 70, and the waterproof tarpaulin 70 can be fixedly connected to the fixed pipe 61 and the movable rod 62. One side of the waterproof tarpaulin 70 can be fixed to two fixed frames 30, and the other side can be fixed to two movable frames 40, so that the waterproof tarpaulin 70 can effectively provide a shielding function. The fixing method of the waterproof tarpaulin 70 can be a common fixing method in this technical field, and no specific limitation is made here.

[0049] The length of the waterproof tarpaulin 70 is at least greater than the maximum extension length of the telescopic frame 10, and the width of the waterproof tarpaulin 70 is greater than the distance between the two telescopic frames 10, so as to ensure that the waterproof tarpaulin 70 can effectively block and waterproof.

[0050] The material of the waterproof tarpaulin 70 can be any waterproof material commonly used in this technical field, and no specific restrictions are made here.

[0051] like Figure 1 As shown, when the inspection shed of this embodiment is needed to scan and inspect the container, the telescopic frame 10 extends and moves to the right, thereby pushing the movable frame 40 to the right. The rightward movement of the movable frame 40 causes the second solar panel 52 to move to the right, and simultaneously causes the movable rod 62 to move to the right. The rightward movement of the movable rod 62 causes the waterproof tarpaulin 70 to extend and unfold to the right. Thus, the entire inspection shed can be extended.

[0052] After use, the testing shed can be retracted to reduce its floor space. When the telescopic frame 10 retracts to the left, it pushes the movable frame 40 to the left; the leftward movement of the movable frame 40 drives the second solar panel 52 to the left, allowing it to retract into the hollow frame 50; simultaneously, it drives the movable rod 62 to the left, allowing it to retract into the fixed tube 61; and it also drives the waterproof tarpaulin 70 to the left, allowing it to be concentrated to the left to reduce its floor space.

[0053] The above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, and are not intended to limit them. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions claimed by the present invention.

Claims

1. A container scanning and inspection shed, characterized in that, include Two parallel and spaced telescopic frames are connected at their tops by a connecting rod. One end of the telescopic frame is fixed to a fixed frame, and the other end is fixed to a movable frame. The telescopic frame is extended and retracted to move the movable frame, so that the movable frame moves closer to or away from the fixed frame. The fixed frame has a hollow frame at the top, and a first solar panel is fixed to the top of the hollow frame. A second solar panel is slidably fitted inside the hollow frame. The end of the second solar panel is fixed to the top of the movable frame. The second solar panel can be extended or retracted into the hollow frame by moving the movable frame. The support frame includes a fixed tube fixed above the hollow frame and arranged horizontally, and a movable rod fixed above the movable frame and arranged horizontally, the end of the movable rod being slidably fitted inside the fixed tube; A waterproof tarpaulin covers the support frame; the telescopic frame extends or retracts to move the movable pole, thereby expanding or contracting the waterproof tarpaulin. The mobile frame is equipped with a scanner; The hollow frame has a rectangular projection, the width of the hollow frame is greater than or equal to the distance between the two fixed frames, and the length of the hollow frame is less than the length of the telescopic frame; the hollow frame is fixed between the two fixed frames, and the opening of the hollow frame faces the movable frame; The first solar panel is rectangular, with a side length less than or equal to the side length of the hollow frame, and is fixed to the hollow frame. The second solar panel is rectangular, with one end extending into the hollow frame and the other end fixed to the top of the two movable frames. The movement of the two movable frames causes the second solar panel to extend and retract within the hollow frame, allowing it to extend or retract into the hollow frame. The length of the connecting rod is greater than the width of the container truck; When the telescopic frame is extended to its maximum extent, one end of the second solar panel is still inside the hollow frame, and the second solar panel is not fully extended from the hollow frame, so as to avoid the second solar panel detaching from the hollow frame; The upper end of the hollow frame is vertically fixed with two first columns, and the two first columns correspond to the two fixed frames respectively; there are two fixing tubes, and the two fixing tubes are vertically fixed on the two first columns respectively; The upper ends of the two movable frames are respectively vertically fixed with second columns, and there are two movable rods, which are respectively vertically fixed on the two second columns.

2. The container scanning and inspection shed as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The telescopic frame includes multiple vertically spaced columns, and a hinged four-bar linkage is provided between two adjacent columns.

3. The container scanning and inspection shed as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The connecting rod is equipped with an explosion-proof light.

4. The container scanning and inspection shed as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the mobile frame is equipped with a motor and drive wheels, and the motor is used to drive the drive wheels to move.

5. The container scanning and inspection shed as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The telescopic frame is equipped with casters at its bottom, and the casters are moved by the movement of the drive wheel.

6. The container scanning and inspection shed as described in claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a track that cooperates with the drive wheel and the moving wheel, the track being fixed to the ground.

7. The container scanning and inspection shed as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting bracket is equipped with a control panel.

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