A tippler control system, method, terminal and storage medium

Abstract

This invention provides a tippler control system, method, terminal, and storage medium. The system includes a tippler, a transfer platform, a shunting locomotive, a deceleration sensor, a stop sensor, a runaway car sensor, an open wagon position sensor, and a central controller. The deceleration and stop sensors are configured to correspond to the travel settings of the shunting locomotive to detect its status. The runaway car sensor and the open wagon position sensor are both mounted on the transfer platform, with the open wagon position sensor corresponding to the stop sensor. This tippler control system, method, terminal, and storage medium, by detecting the status of open wagons on the transfer platform and the shunting locomotive, can prevent runaway car accidents or collisions with the shunting locomotive, thereby improving tipping efficiency, reducing tipping time, and increasing the overall equipment utilization rate of the tippler system.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of railway technology, and in particular relates to a tippler control system, method, terminal and storage medium. Background Technology

[0002] Coal is an important energy reserve. If the supply and transportation of coal are affected, the first thing to be affected will be the normal production of thermal power plants.

[0003] Currently, to adapt to the mixed train sets of the national railway, multi-functional tippers have become the preferred choice for major coal-consuming enterprises. Therefore, researching ways to reduce the unloading time of multi-functional tippers has become a widely applicable topic. Currently, multi-functional tippers can handle 60T, 70T, general-purpose open wagons, C80, and C80B open wagons. Due to the compatibility of the unloading vehicles, the existing multi-functional tippers have a design capacity of three open wagons (mainly accommodating three C80 coupled open wagons). Therefore, the round-trip distance of the air conditioning unit is also the distance of three open wagons. When unloading a single open wagon, because the existing transfer platform and shunting locomotive cannot achieve real-time detection of the vehicle's position, to prevent slippage accidents, the normal unloading system procedure must leave space for three open wagons. This wastes unloading time, easily causing unloading timeouts, which may seriously affect the unit's fuel supply. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of this, the present invention aims to provide a tippler control system, method, terminal and storage medium to solve the problem that existing car transfer platforms and shunting machines cannot achieve real-time detection of vehicle position, resulting in the tippler being unable to stop in time when a car slippage accident occurs.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of the present invention is implemented as follows:

[0006] First aspect

[0007] This invention provides a tippler control system, including a tippler, a transfer platform, a shunting locomotive, a deceleration sensor, a stop sensor, a slippage sensor, an open wagon position sensor, and a central controller. The deceleration sensor and the stop sensor are both configured to correspond to the travel distance of the shunting locomotive to detect its status. The slippage sensor and the open wagon position sensor are both mounted on the transfer platform, with the open wagon position sensor corresponding to the stop sensor. The central controller controls the tippler's operation by acquiring the detection data from the deceleration sensor, the stop sensor, the slippage sensor, and the open wagon position sensor.

[0008] Furthermore, the system also includes an anti-runaway device, which is detachably installed on the track of the transfer platform.

[0009] Furthermore, the anti-slip device includes a limiting block and a pair of limiting members corresponding to the left and right sides of the limiting block. The limiting members are detachably installed on the limiting block, and each limiting member is provided with a hook portion that cooperates with the track.

[0010] Furthermore, the limiting block is provided with T-shaped grooves on its left and right sides, and the limiting member is provided with inserts that cooperate with the T-shaped grooves.

[0011] Furthermore, the limiting member is provided with a detachable positioning member, and the limiting block is provided with a mounting hole that cooperates with the positioning member.

[0012] Furthermore, one end of the limiting block is provided with an arc-shaped surface that cooperates with the wheel.

[0013] Second aspect

[0014] The present invention also provides a tippler control method, comprising:

[0015] The deceleration sensing device and the stop sensing device are set to correspond to the stop position of the shunting locomotive, and the deceleration sensing device and the stop sensing device are used to detect the position information of the shunting locomotive to obtain the position information data of the shunting locomotive;

[0016] A slippage sensor and a wagon position sensor are installed on the transfer platform, and the position information of the vehicles on the transfer platform is detected by the slippage sensor and the wagon position sensor to obtain vehicle position information data; wherein, the wagon position sensor is set in correspondence with the stop sensor.

[0017] The shunting locomotive location information data and the vehicle location information data are acquired and transmitted to the central controller in real time.

[0018] The tippler is controlled by a central controller; the tippler stops operating when any one of the shunting locomotive position information data or the vehicle position information data is incorrect.

[0019] Thirdly, the present invention also provides a terminal, comprising:

[0020] One or more processors;

[0021] Storage device for storing one or more programs;

[0022] When the one or more programs are executed by the one or more processors, the one or more processors implement the tippler control method described above.

[0023] Fourthly, the present invention also provides a storage medium containing computer-executable instructions, which, when executed by a computer processor, are used to perform the tippler control method described above.

[0024] Compared with existing technologies, the tippler control system, method, terminal, and storage medium described in this invention have the following advantages:

[0025] (1) The tippler control system, method, terminal and storage medium of the present invention can detect the status of open wagons on the transfer platform and shunting machine, thereby avoiding wagon slippage or collision accidents between shunting machines, thus improving tippler efficiency and improving the equipment utilization rate of the entire tippler system.

[0026] (2) The tippler control system, method, terminal and storage medium described in this invention can effectively prevent tippler accidents caused by slippage through a combination of electrical control and mechanical means, improve the tippler's coal unloading efficiency and safety, and realize the tippler's energy saving and efficiency improvement. Attached Figure Description

[0027] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the invention. The illustrative embodiments of the invention and their descriptions are used to explain the invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the invention. In the drawings:

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a tippler control system according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the anti-slippage device in a tippler control system according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 3 This is a flowchart of a tippler control method according to Embodiment 2 of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a terminal provided in Embodiment 3 of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the invention and not intended to limit it. Furthermore, it should be noted that, for ease of description, the accompanying drawings show only the parts relevant to the present invention, and not all of the structures.

[0033] Example 1

[0034] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a tippler control system according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention. See also... Figure 1This tippler control system includes a tippler, a transfer platform, a shunting locomotive, a deceleration sensor, a stop sensor, a slippage sensor, an open wagon position sensor, and a central controller. The deceleration and stop sensors are both configured to correspond to the travel distance of the shunting locomotive to detect its status. The slippage and open wagon position sensors are both mounted on the transfer platform, with the open wagon position sensor corresponding to the stop sensor. The central controller controls the tippler's operation by acquiring the detection data from the deceleration, stop, slippage, and open wagon position sensors.

[0035] For example, existing equipment can be used for tippers, wagon transfer platforms, and shunting locomotives, and will not be described in detail here. The deceleration sensing device and the slippage sensing device can both use existing speed sensors to detect vehicle speed. The stop sensing device and the open wagon position sensing device can both use existing position sensors to detect vehicle position. Those skilled in the art can also select appropriate sensors according to actual needs to detect vehicle position and speed, which will not be elaborated upon here. Furthermore, the central controller can be an existing distributed control system (DCS), with all sensors and devices connected to the distributed control system for control and detection.

[0036] In practical applications, for example, based on a maximum length of 13 meters for a single open wagon, the operations department can operate the tippler to transfer the wagon to the transfer platform. Then, the stopping position of the shunting locomotive is determined, and deceleration and stopping sensors are installed. Following this, slippage sensors and open wagon position sensors are installed at safe locations on the transfer platform, based on the shunting locomotive's stopping position. If, during tippler operation, the deceleration and slippage sensors detect vehicle movement, or the stopping and open wagon position sensors fail to detect a vehicle, the central controller immediately stops the tippler to prevent tipping accidents.

[0037] Optionally, multiple sets of deceleration and stop sensors can be installed along the shunting locomotive. Correspondingly, multiple sets of slippage sensors and open wagon position sensors are also installed on the transfer platform to detect single or multiple wagons. This improves the applicability of the control system, allowing it to perform unloading operations based on the number of vehicles, reducing unloading time and increasing unloading efficiency. Specifically, when using this control system for unloading operations, the vehicle status can be detected only by the sensors at the corresponding vehicle's stop position to prevent slippage and subsequent unloading accidents.

[0038] Optionally, the system also includes an anti-runaway device, which is detachably installed on the track of the transfer platform. By installing the anti-runaway device, physical prevention of runaway can be achieved. Combined with the runaway sensing device and the open wagon position sensing device, dual electronic and mechanical anti-runaway protection can be achieved, further improving the safety of this control system in actual use.

[0039] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the anti-slippage device in a tipper control system according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention. See also... Figure 2 The anti-slip device includes a limiting block 4 and a pair of limiting members 1 correspondingly arranged on the left and right sides of the limiting block 4. The limiting members 1 are detachably installed on the limiting block 4, and each limiting member 1 has a hook portion 3 that cooperates with the track. T-slots are provided on the left and right sides of the limiting block 4, and the limiting member 1 has an insert 5 that cooperates with the T-slot. The insert 5 is fixed to the limiting member 1, and the length direction of the insert 5 is perpendicular to the length direction of the track. By setting two limiting members 1 on the left and right sides of the limiting block 4, the hook portions 3 on both limiting members 1 can hook onto the I-shaped track, thereby limiting the limiting block 4, preventing it from tipping over, and ensuring that the limiting block 4 can be continuously and stably set on the track to play its anti-slip role.

[0040] In practical applications, the limiting component 1 is equipped with a detachable positioning component 2, and the limiting block 4 is provided with mounting holes that mate with the positioning component 2. For example, at least two positioning components 2 can be spaced apart, thereby improving the connection strength between the limiting component 1 and the limiting block 4. The positioning component 2 can be a bolt or a positioning pin, and the limiting component 1 has assembly holes for installing the positioning component 2. By utilizing the insertion block 5 in conjunction with the T-slot and the positioning component 2, the limiting block 4 and the limiting component 1 can be stably installed on the track, which helps improve the stability and structural strength of the anti-slip device on the track.

[0041] Optionally, one end of the limiting block 4 is provided with an arc-shaped surface 6 that mates with the wheel. By providing the arc-shaped surface 6, the limiting block 4 can better limit the wheel, ensuring that this anti-rollover device can better limit the vehicle.

[0042] Example 2

[0043] Figure 3 This is a flowchart of a tippler control method according to Embodiment 2 of the present invention. See also... Figure 3 This control method is implemented through the tippler control system as described in Example 1, and specifically includes the following steps:

[0044] Step 201: Set the deceleration sensing device and the stop sensing device to correspond to the stop position of the shunting locomotive, and use the deceleration sensing device and the stop sensing device to detect the position information of the shunting locomotive to obtain the position information data of the shunting locomotive.

[0045] Step 202: Set the slippage sensing device and the open wagon position sensing device on the transfer platform, and use the slippage sensing device and the open wagon position sensing device to detect the position information of the vehicles on the transfer platform to obtain vehicle position information data; wherein, the open wagon position sensing device is set in correspondence with the stop sensing device.

[0046] Step 203: Obtain the shunting locomotive location information data and the vehicle location information data, and transmit the shunting locomotive location information data and the vehicle location information data to the central controller in real time.

[0047] Step 204: Control the tippler to work using the central controller; wherein, the tippler stops working when any one of the shunting locomotive position information data or the vehicle position information data is incorrect.

[0048] Optionally, after setting the slippage sensor and the open wagon position sensor on the transfer platform, and using the slippage sensor and the open wagon position sensor to detect the position information of the vehicles on the transfer platform to obtain vehicle position information data, the method further includes:

[0049] Anti-runaway devices are installed on the tracks of the transfer platform.

[0050] In practical applications, the anti-runaway device can be installed using the following steps:

[0051] First, place the limiting components on the left and right sides of the corresponding track, ensuring the hooks on the limiting components engage with the grooves on the I-shaped track. Then, align the T-slots on the limiting blocks with the inserts on the limiting components, assemble the limiting blocks onto the track, and install the positioning components on the limiting components to achieve the connection between the limiting blocks and the limiting components. The operation is simple.

[0052] Example 3

[0053] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a terminal provided in Embodiment 3 of the present invention; Figure 4 A block diagram of an exemplary terminal system suitable for implementing embodiments of the present invention is shown. Figure 4 The terminal system shown is merely an example and should not impose any limitations on the functionality and scope of use of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0054] like Figure 4As shown, terminal 12 is presented in the form of a general-purpose computing device. The components of terminal 12 may include, but are not limited to: one or more processors or processing units 16, system memory 28, and bus 18 connecting different system components (including system memory 28 and processing unit 16).

[0055] Bus 18 represents one or more of several bus architectures, including a memory bus or memory controller, a peripheral bus, a graphics acceleration port, a processor, or a local bus using any of the various bus architectures. For example, these architectures include, but are not limited to, the Industry Standard Architecture (ISA) bus, the Micro Channel Architecture (MAC) bus, the Enhanced ISA bus, the Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) local bus, and the Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) bus.

[0056] Terminal 12 typically includes a variety of computer system readable media. These media can be any available media that can be accessed by terminal 12, including volatile and non-volatile media, removable and non-removable media.

[0057] System memory 28 may include computer system readable media in the form of volatile memory, such as random access memory (RAM) 30 and / or cache memory 32. Terminal 12 may further include other removable / non-removable, volatile / non-volatile computer system storage media. By way of example only, storage system 34 may be used to read and write non-removable, non-volatile magnetic media (… Figure 4 Not shown; usually referred to as a "hard drive"). Although Figure 4 Not shown, a disk drive for reading and writing to a removable non-volatile disk (e.g., a "floppy disk") and an optical disk drive for reading and writing to a removable non-volatile optical disk (e.g., a CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or other optical media) may be provided. In these cases, each drive may be connected to bus 18 via one or more data media interfaces. Memory 28 may include at least one program product having a set (e.g., at least one) of program modules configured to perform the functions of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0058] A program / utility 40 having a set (at least one) of program modules 42 may be stored, for example, in memory 28. Such program modules 42 include, but are not limited to, an operating system, one or more application programs, other program modules, and program data. Each or some combination of these examples may include an implementation of a network environment. Program modules 42 typically perform the functions and / or methods described in the embodiments of the present invention.

[0059] Terminal 12 can also communicate with one or more external devices 14 (e.g., keyboard, pointing device, display 24, etc.), and with one or more devices that enable a user to interact with the terminal 12, and / or with any device that enables the terminal 12 to communicate with one or more other computing devices (e.g., network card, modem, etc.). This communication can be performed via input / output (I / O) interface 22. Furthermore, terminal 12 can also communicate with one or more networks (e.g., local area network (LAN), wide area network (WAN), and / or public networks, such as the Internet) via network adapter 20. As shown, network adapter 20 communicates with other modules of terminal 12 via bus 18. It should be understood that, although not shown in the figures, other hardware and / or software modules can be used in conjunction with terminal 12, including but not limited to: microcode, device drivers, redundant processing units, external disk drive arrays, RAID systems, tape drives, and data backup storage systems.

[0060] The processing unit 16 executes various functional applications and data processing by running programs stored in the system memory 28, such as implementing the tippler control method provided in the embodiments of the present invention.

[0061] Example 4

[0062] Embodiment 4 of the present invention also provides a storage medium containing computer-executable instructions, which, when executed by a computer processor, are used to perform any of the tippler control methods provided in the above embodiments.

[0063] The computer storage medium of this invention can be any combination of one or more computer-readable media. A computer-readable medium can be a computer-readable signal medium or a computer-readable storage medium. A computer-readable storage medium can be, for example,—but not limited to—an electrical, magnetic, optical, electromagnetic, infrared, or semiconductor system, apparatus, or device, or any combination thereof. More specific examples (a non-exhaustive list) of computer-readable storage media include: an electrical connection having one or more wires, a portable computer disk, a hard disk, random access memory (RAM), read-only memory (ROM), erasable programmable read-only memory (EPROM or flash memory), optical fiber, portable compact disk read-only memory (CD-ROM), optical storage device, magnetic storage device, or any suitable combination thereof. In this document, a computer-readable storage medium can be any tangible medium that contains or stores a program that can be used by or in conjunction with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device.

[0064] Computer-readable signal media may include data signals propagated in baseband or as part of a carrier wave, carrying computer-readable program code. Such propagated data signals may take various forms, including but not limited to electromagnetic signals, optical signals, or any suitable combination thereof. Computer-readable signal media may also be any computer-readable medium other than computer-readable storage media, capable of sending, propagating, or transmitting programs for use by or in connection with an instruction execution system, apparatus, or device.

[0065] Program code contained on a computer-readable medium may be transmitted using any suitable medium, including—but not limited to—wireless, wire, optical fiber, RF, etc., or any suitable combination thereof.

[0066] Computer program code for performing the operations of this invention can be written in one or more programming languages ​​or a combination thereof, including object-oriented programming languages ​​such as Java, Smalltalk, and C++, as well as conventional procedural programming languages ​​such as "C" or similar programming languages. The program code can be executed entirely on the user's computer, partially on the user's computer, as a standalone software package, partially on the user's computer and partially on a remote computer, or entirely on a remote computer or server. In cases involving remote computers, the remote computer can be connected to the user's computer via any type of network—including a local area network (LAN) or a wide area network (WAN)—or can be connected to an external computer (e.g., via the Internet using an Internet service provider).

[0067] Note that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and the technical principles employed. Those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments described herein, and various obvious changes, readjustments, and substitutions can be made without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, although the present invention has been described in detail through the above embodiments, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and may include many other equivalent embodiments without departing from the concept of the present invention, the scope of which is determined by the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A tippler control system, characterized in that: The system includes a tippler, a transfer platform, a shunting locomotive, a deceleration sensor, a stop sensor, a runaway sensor, an open wagon position sensor, and a central controller. The deceleration and stop sensors are both configured to detect the shunting locomotive's status at its stop position. The runaway and open wagon position sensors are also configured on the transfer platform, with the open wagon position sensor corresponding to the stop sensor. The central controller controls the tippler's operation by acquiring detection data from these sensors. If, during tippler operation, the deceleration and runaway sensors detect vehicle movement, or the stop and open wagon position sensors fail to detect a vehicle, the central controller immediately stops the tippler.

2. The tippler control system according to claim 1, characterized in that: The system also includes an anti-runaway device, which is detachably installed on the track of the transfer platform.

3. The tippler control system according to claim 2, characterized in that: The anti-runaway device includes a limiting block and a pair of limiting members arranged on the left and right sides of the limiting block. The limiting members are detachably installed on the limiting block, and each limiting member is provided with a hook part that cooperates with the track.

4. The tippler control system according to claim 3, characterized in that: The limiting block has T-shaped grooves on its left and right sides, and the limiting member has an insert that mates with the T-shaped grooves.

5. A tippler control system according to claim 4, characterized in that: The limiting member is provided with a detachable positioning member, and the limiting block is provided with a mounting hole that cooperates with the positioning member.

6. A tippler control system according to claim 3, characterized in that: One end of the limiting block is provided with an arc-shaped surface that cooperates with the wheel.

7. A tippler control method, characterized in that, Implemented by the tippler control system as described in any one of claims 1-6, the method comprising: The deceleration sensing device and the stop sensing device are set to correspond to the stop position of the shunting locomotive, and the deceleration sensing device and the stop sensing device are used to detect the position information of the shunting locomotive to obtain the position information data of the shunting locomotive; A slippage sensor and a wagon position sensor are installed on the transfer platform, and the position information of the vehicles on the transfer platform is detected by the slippage sensor and the wagon position sensor to obtain vehicle position information data; wherein, the wagon position sensor is set in correspondence with the stop sensor. The shunting locomotive location information data and the vehicle location information data are acquired and transmitted to the central controller in real time. The tippler is controlled by a central controller, and the tippler stops operating when any of the shunting locomotive position information data or the vehicle position information data is incorrect.

8. A terminal, characterized in that, include: One or more processors; Storage device for storing one or more programs; When the one or more programs are executed by the one or more processors, the one or more processors implement the tippler control method as described in claim 7.

9. A storage medium containing computer-executable instructions, characterized in that, The computer-executable instructions, when executed by a computer processor, are used to perform the tippler control method as described in claim 7.

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