Electromagnetic boost launch rail beam structure

Abstract

The present application relates to electromagnetic boost launch track beam structure, by controlling the suspension module to generate the suspension magnetic field, under the action of the suspension magnetic field on the upward floating force of the suspension magnet, the bottom of the sled is separated from the slide rail, then the propulsion module is controlled to generate the thrust on the propulsion magnet, and then the acceleration of the sled and the whole of the to-be-launched spacecraft is generated to accelerate, with the acceleration of the sled and the to-be-launched spacecraft in the horizontal section, the acceleration and the rising of the sled and the to-be-launched spacecraft in the arc section, and then the speed of the to-be-launched spacecraft reaches the preset speed, and then the deceleration of the sled is carried out through the deceleration section, and then the to-be-launched spacecraft is separated from the sled, and the to-be-launched spacecraft is launched, the to-be-launched spacecraft is launched, which is realized by two main beams, two auxiliary beams and a magnetic field, compared with the steel structure launch frame, the structure is simple, the cost is lower, the construction precision requirement is lower, and the booster and other chemical agents are not needed, the carbon emission is greatly reduced, and it is safer.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of aerospace electromagnetic launch system technology, specifically to an electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, most launch booster mechanisms used domestically and internationally for launching spacecraft employ a steel launch pad to secure a high-powered liquid-fueled or solid-fueled launch vehicle. The rocket engine serves as the propulsion system. During launch, the steel support structure is released, the rocket ignites, and the spacecraft is delivered to the designated launch area, thus achieving launch. Existing launch booster mechanisms are complex in structure, costly to construct, and require high precision. Furthermore, the rocket engine, along with the propellant system, is large, costly, and energy-intensive. Because the propellant uses chemical agents, it generates significant carbon emissions and poses a high level of danger. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of existing technologies, such as complex launch booster mechanisms, high construction costs, high construction precision requirements, high energy consumption, and high risks, and to provide an electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure.

[0004] The present invention provides an electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure, including two main beams, two secondary beams and a skid. The two main beams are located between the two secondary beams. Both the main beams and the secondary beams have a horizontal section, an arc section and a deceleration section. The two ends of the arc section are respectively connected to the horizontal section and the deceleration section. The arc section and the deceleration section extend upwards.

[0005] There is a suspension trough between the main beam and the adjacent sub-beam, and suspension modules are set on the opposite sides of the main beam and the adjacent sub-beam. The suspension modules of the main beam and the adjacent sub-beam can form a suspension magnetic field in the suspension trough.

[0006] There is a propulsion groove between the two main beams, and propulsion modules are set on opposite sides of the two main beams. The propulsion modules of the two main beams can form a propulsion magnetic field in the propulsion groove.

[0007] The tops of the two main beams are equipped with slide rails, and the bottom of the skid is mounted on the slide rails via sliding shoes. The spacecraft to be launched is placed on top of the skid, and the bottom of the skid also has suspension legs corresponding to the suspension trough and propulsion legs corresponding to the propulsion trough. Suspension magnets are located below the suspension legs and are situated between the suspension modules within the suspension trough. The suspension magnetic field can generate an upward buoyancy on the suspension magnets. Propulsion magnets are located below the propulsion legs and are situated between the propulsion modules within the propulsion trough. The propulsion magnetic field can provide the propulsion magnets with thrust to accelerate forward along the main beam.

[0008] The electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure described in this scheme involves mounting the spacecraft to be launched on a skid. The bottom of the skid is mounted on a slide rail via sliding shoes, and the slide rail is located on top of the main beam, thus providing stable support for the skid before launch. The bottom of the skid also has suspension legs corresponding to the suspension trough, and a suspension magnet is located below the suspension legs. The suspension magnet is located between the suspension modules within the suspension trough, and under the action of the suspension modules, the suspension magnetic field can generate an upward buoyancy force on the suspension magnet. The bottom of the skid also has propulsion legs corresponding to the propulsion trough, and a propulsion magnet is located below the propulsion legs. The propulsion magnet is located between the propulsion modules within the propulsion trough, and under the action of the propulsion modules, the propulsion magnetic field can provide the propulsion magnet with a forward thrust that accelerates it forward along the length of the main beam.

[0009] In operation, the suspension module generates a levitation magnetic field. Under the upward buoyancy of the levitation magnetic field on the levitation magnet, the bottom of the skid detaches from the slide rail. Then, the propulsion module generates thrust on the propulsion magnet, thereby accelerating the skid and the spacecraft to be launched. With the acceleration of the skid and the spacecraft to be launched in the horizontal section and the acceleration and ascent of the skid and the spacecraft to be launched in the arc section, the speed of the spacecraft to be launched reaches the preset launch speed. Then, the skid is decelerated in the deceleration section, which causes the spacecraft to be launched to separate from the skid and be launched. This method of launching the spacecraft to be launched through two main beams, two secondary beams and magnetic field is simpler in structure, lower in cost, and requires less construction precision than steel structure launch pads. It also eliminates the need for propellants and other chemical agents, significantly reducing carbon emissions and making it safer.

[0010] Preferably, the propulsion module is fixed to the two inner walls of the propulsion trough by bolts, and the suspension module is fixed to the two inner walls of the suspension trough by bolts, which facilitates installation and replacement.

[0011] Preferably, the propulsion module is aligned with the top surface of the propulsion slot, and the suspension module is aligned with the top surface of the suspension slot, so that the height of the suspension legs and propulsion legs at the bottom of the skid can be set to be smaller, thereby lowering the center of gravity of the skid and making it more stable.

[0012] Preferably, the top of the opposite side of the two main beams is provided with a recessed step, and the slide rail is fixedly installed on the step surface of the recessed step.

[0013] This allows for a reduction in the height of the skid on the main beam, thereby lowering the skid's center of gravity and making it more stable and safer.

[0014] Preferably, it further includes a levitation control module and a propulsion control module. The levitation control module is used to control the opening and closing of the levitation magnetic field, and the propulsion control module is used to control the opening and closing of the propulsion magnetic field and to generate magnetic fields in both positive and negative directions.

[0015] Preferably, the suspension leg is a right-angled triangular frame, with the hypotenuse of the right-angled triangular frame close to the propulsion groove, the vertical side of the right-angled triangular frame corresponding to the center of the suspension groove, and the suspension magnet vertically set in the center of the suspension groove;

[0016] The propulsion legs are cylindrical in shape and are positioned in the center of the propulsion slot. The propulsion magnet is vertically positioned in the center of the propulsion slot.

[0017] The suspension legs use a right-angled triangular frame, which can reduce the weight of the skid and the triangular frame has stability, which can stably connect the suspension magnet and ensure that the suspension magnet is vertically set in the center of the suspension tank.

[0018] Preferably, the two main beams are connected by a transverse diaphragm, and the main beams and the secondary beams are connected by a transverse diaphragm to form a whole, thereby enhancing the overall stability.

[0019] Preferably, the main beam, secondary beam, and transverse diaphragm are integrally mounted on the support, which is mounted on the pile cap. The pile cap has a pile foundation below it, and the top surface of the pile cap is flush with the ground. The transverse diaphragm between the two main beams and between the main beam and the secondary beam are spaced along horizontal, arc, and deceleration sections. A maintenance passage is provided in the middle of the pile cap, which is located along the length of the main beam and directly below the transverse diaphragm between two adjacent main beams. There is a gap between adjacent transverse diaphragms along the length of the main beam, and the maintenance passage connects the gap between the two main beams.

[0020] The transverse diaphragms are spaced along horizontal, curved, and deceleration sections, connecting the main beams and secondary beams as a whole while ensuring overall strength and reducing the total amount of reinforced concrete, thus saving costs. The main beams, secondary beams, and transverse diaphragms are all mounted on supports, which are placed on pile foundations. The top surface of the pile foundation is flush with the ground. The pile foundation structure, pile foundation, and supports provide overall support for the main beams, secondary beams, and transverse diaphragms, ensuring stability. The transverse diaphragms between adjacent main beams are spaced apart, with the gaps between them serving as maintenance spaces. A maintenance passage is located in the middle of the pile foundation, running along the length of the main beams. This passage is situated directly below the transverse diaphragm between adjacent main beams, connecting the gaps between the two main beams, allowing for maintenance of both main beam structures.

[0021] Preferably, the transverse diaphragm between the two main beams and the transverse diaphragm between the main beam and the secondary beam are respectively provided on the horizontal section, the arc section and the deceleration section, which can enhance the connection strength.

[0022] Preferably, the lower part of the sub-beam is smaller than the upper part, and the lower and upper parts of the sub-beam are connected by an inwardly inclined transition section. While enhancing the overall strength through the transverse diaphragm, the lower part of the sub-beam can be reduced, thereby reducing construction costs.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0024] This invention provides an electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure. By controlling the suspension module to generate a suspension magnetic field, the bottom of the skid detaches from the track under the upward buoyancy of the suspension magnet. Then, the propulsion module generates thrust on the propulsion magnet, thereby accelerating the skid and the spacecraft to be launched. With the acceleration of the skid and the spacecraft to be launched in the horizontal section and the acceleration and ascent of the skid and the spacecraft to be launched in the arc section, the speed of the spacecraft to be launched reaches the launch speed. Then, the skid is decelerated in the deceleration section, which causes the spacecraft to be launched to separate from the skid and launch. This method of launching the spacecraft to be launched through two main beams, two secondary beams and magnetic field is simpler in structure, lower in cost, and requires less construction precision than steel structure launch pads. It also eliminates the need for propellants and other chemical agents, significantly reducing carbon emissions and making it safer. Attached image description:

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure. Figure 1 ;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a bottom view of the electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a side view of the electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the specific method of electromagnetic booster launch;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the forces acting on the suspension tank and the propulsion tank;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure. Figure 2 .

[0031] The markings in the diagram are: 1. Main beam; 2. Secondary beam; 3. Transverse diaphragm; 4. Propulsion module; 5. Suspension module; 6. Skid; 7. Slipper; 8. Rail; 9. Suspension magnet; 10. Propulsion magnet; 11. Spacecraft to be launched; 12. Suspension trough; 13. Propulsion trough; 14. Propulsion leg; 15. Suspension leg; 16. Bolt; 17. Horizontal section; 18. Arc section; 19. Deceleration section; 20. Foundation; 21. Maintenance passage; 22. Support; 23. Pile foundation; 101. Recessed step; 201. Transition section. Detailed Implementation

[0032] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to specific embodiments. However, this should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention to the following embodiments; all technologies implemented based on the content of the present invention fall within the scope of the present invention.

[0033] Unless otherwise specified, the use of terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "center," "inner," and "outer" to indicate orientation or positional relationships in the description of specific embodiments of the present invention is based on the orientation or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship in which the product / equipment / device is typically placed during use. These terms are merely for the purpose of facilitating the description of the present invention or simplifying the description in specific embodiments, enabling those skilled in the art to quickly understand the solution, and do not indicate or imply that a particular device / component / element must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific positional relationship. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the present invention.

[0034] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "horizontal," "vertical," "suspended," and "parallel" does not imply that the corresponding device / component / element must be absolutely horizontal, vertical, suspended, or parallel, but rather that it can be slightly tilted or have a deviation. For example, "horizontal" merely means that its direction is more horizontal relative to "vertical," not that the structure must be completely horizontal, but that it can be slightly tilted. Alternatively, it can be simplified to mean that the corresponding device / component / element, when set in a "horizontal," "vertical," "suspended," or "parallel" direction, can have an error / deviation of ±10% relative to the corresponding direction, more preferably within ±8%, more preferably within ±6%, more preferably within ±5%, and more preferably within ±4%. As long as the corresponding device / component / element is within the error / deviation range, it can still achieve its function in the present invention.

[0035] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first," "second," and "third" in terminology is merely for distinguishing between identical or similar components and should not be interpreted as emphasizing or implying the relative importance of a particular component.

[0036] Furthermore, in the description of the embodiments of the present invention, "several", "more than", and "a number of" represent at least two. The number can be any number, such as two, three, four, five, six, seven, eight, or nine, and can even exceed nine.

[0037] Furthermore, in the description of the technical solution of this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified / limited / restricted, the terms "set up," "install," "connect," "link," "provided with," "laid out," and "arranged" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to common connection methods in the art, such as welding, riveting, bolting, and threaded connections. Such connections can be mechanical, electrical, or communication connections; they can be direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components.

[0038] Example 1

[0039] like Figures 1-4 As shown, the electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure includes two main beams 1, two secondary beams 2, a skid 6, a suspension module 5, a propulsion module 4, and a slide rail 8.

[0040] like Figure 1 and Figure 4 As shown, two main beams 1 are located between two secondary beams 2. Both the main beams 1 and the secondary beams 2 have a horizontal section 17, an arc section 18 and a deceleration section 19. The two ends of the arc section 18 are connected to the horizontal section 17 and the deceleration section 19 respectively. The arc section 18 and the deceleration section 19 extend upwards.

[0041] A suspension trough 12 is provided between the main beam 1 and the adjacent secondary beam 2. Suspension modules 5 are provided on the opposite sides of the main beam 1 and the adjacent secondary beam 2. The suspension modules 5 of the main beam 1 and the adjacent secondary beam 2 can form a suspension magnetic field in the suspension trough 12.

[0042] There is a propulsion groove 13 between the two main beams 1, and propulsion modules 4 are provided on opposite sides of the two main beams 1. The propulsion modules 4 of the two main beams 1 can form a propulsion magnetic field in the propulsion groove 13.

[0043] The top of the two main beams 1 is equipped with a slide rail 8, and the bottom of the skid 6 is mounted on the slide rail 8 via a sliding shoe 7. The skid 6 is used to place the spacecraft 11 to be launched above it. The bottom of the skid 6 also has a suspension leg 15 corresponding to the suspension trough 12 and a propulsion leg 14 corresponding to the propulsion trough 13. A suspension magnet 9 is provided below the suspension leg 15. The suspension magnet 9 is located between the suspension modules 5 in the suspension trough 12. The suspension magnetic field can generate an upward buoyancy force on the suspension magnet 9. A propulsion magnet 10 is provided below the propulsion leg 14. The propulsion magnet 10 is located between the propulsion modules 4 in the propulsion trough 13. The propulsion magnetic field can provide the propulsion magnet 10 with a thrust that accelerates it forward along the main beam 1.

[0044] The spacecraft 11 to be launched is mounted on the skid 6. The bottom of the skid 6 is mounted on the slide rail 8 via the sliding shoe 7. The slide rail 8 is mounted on the top of the main beam 1, which enables the skid 6 to be stably supported, that is, to be stably supported before launch. Compared with the steel structure launch pad, the structure is simpler, the cost is lower, and the construction precision requirements are lower.

[0045] The bottom of the skid 6 also has suspension legs 15 corresponding to the suspension groove 12. Below the suspension legs 15 is a suspension magnet 9, which is located between the suspension modules 5 within the suspension groove 12. Under the action of the suspension modules 5, it moves as follows: Figure 5 As shown, a levitation magnetic field can be formed, which can generate an upward buoyancy force on the levitation magnet 9; the bottom of the skid 6 also has a propulsion leg 14 corresponding to the propulsion slot 13, and a propulsion magnet 10 is provided below the propulsion leg 14. The propulsion magnet 10 is located between the propulsion modules 4 in the propulsion slot 13. Under the action of the propulsion modules 4, as Figure 5 As shown, a propulsion magnetic field can be formed within the propulsion slot 13, providing the propulsion magnet 10 with thrust to accelerate it forward along the main beam 1. Among these, Figure 5 In the coordinate system, the x-axis is positive along the direction of travel, the y-axis is positive perpendicular to the x-axis and pointing upwards, and the z-axis is positive to the right from the right-hand coordinate system.

[0046] In one or more embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the propulsion module 4 is fixed to the two inner walls of the propulsion trough 13 by bolts 16, and the suspension module 5 is fixed to the two inner walls of the suspension trough 12 by bolts 16, which facilitates installation and replacement.

[0047] In this scheme, the heights that need to be matched are the heights of the levitation magnet 9 and the levitation module 5, as well as the heights of the propulsion magnet 10 and the propulsion module 4. Furthermore, the heights of the levitation support leg 15 and the propulsion support leg 14 need to be considered.

[0048] In one or more embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the propulsion module 4 is aligned with the top surface of the propulsion slot 13, and the suspension module 5 is aligned with the top surface of the suspension slot 12. This allows the suspension legs 15 and propulsion legs 14 at the bottom of the skid 6 to be set at a lower height, thereby lowering the center of gravity of the skid 6 and making it more stable. Furthermore, this avoids setting the suspension module 5 below the top surface of the suspension slot 12, which would result in the sub-beam 2 being set too high, thus reducing costs. Similarly, this avoids setting the propulsion module 4 below the top surface of the propulsion slot 13, which would result in the main beam being set too high, thus reducing costs.

[0049] In one or more embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, because the propulsion module 4 needs to provide greater thrust acceleration, and the magnetic force generated by the propulsion module 4 is greater than that generated by the suspension module 5, the corresponding height of the propulsion module 4 and the propulsion magnet 10 is greater than the height of the suspension module 5 and the suspension magnet 9. This is achieved by setting the height of the main beam 1 to be higher than the height of the secondary beam 2, as shown in the diagram. Figure 1 and Figure 3 As shown, under the premise of satisfying the setting of the suspension module 5 and the propulsion module, by increasing the height of the suspension leg 15 itself, that is, the height of the suspension leg 15 itself is greater than the height of the propulsion leg 14, the corresponding suspension and propulsion requirements can be met, and the height of the sub-beam 2 can be reduced, thus reducing costs.

[0050] In one or more embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the top of the opposite side of the two main beams 1 is provided with a recessed step 101, and the slide rail 8 is fixedly set on the step surface of the recessed step 101. The reduction of the slide rail 8 increases the center of gravity of the skid 6, reduces the setting height of the skid 6 on the main beam 1, and thus lowers the center of gravity of the skid 6, making it more stable and safer.

[0051] In one or more embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the suspension leg 15 is a right-angled triangular frame. The hypotenuse of the right-angled triangular frame is close to the propulsion groove 13, and the vertical side of the right-angled triangular frame corresponds to the center of the suspension groove 12. The suspension magnet 9 is vertically set in the center of the suspension groove 12. This can reduce the weight of the skid, and the triangular frame has stability, which can stably connect the suspension magnet 9 and ensure that the suspension magnet 9 is vertically set in the center of the suspension groove 12.

[0052] The propulsion leg 14 is a cylindrical structure, and the propulsion leg 14 corresponds to the center of the propulsion groove 13. The propulsion magnet 10 is vertically arranged in the center of the propulsion groove 13.

[0053] In one or more embodiments, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the two main beams 1 are connected by a transverse diaphragm beam 3, and the main beam 1 and the secondary beam 2 are connected by a transverse diaphragm beam 3 to form a whole and enhance the overall stability.

[0054] Furthermore, such as Figure 6As shown, the transverse diaphragm 3 between the two main beams 1 and between the main beam 1 and the secondary beam 2 are all spaced along the horizontal section 17, the arc section 18, and the deceleration section 19. This arrangement connects the main beams 1 and the secondary beams 2 as a whole, ensuring overall strength while reducing the total amount of reinforced concrete and saving costs. The main beams 1, secondary beams 2, and transverse diaphragm 3 are integrally mounted on support 22, which is mounted on a pile cap 20. The pile cap 20 has pile foundations 23 below it, and the top surface of the pile cap 20 is flush with the ground. The pile foundation structure, the pile cap, and the support provide overall support for the main beams, secondary beams, and transverse diaphragm 3, ensuring the stability of the support. The transverse diaphragm 3 between the two main beams 1 and the transverse diaphragm 3 between the main beam 1 and the secondary beam 2 are all arranged at intervals along the horizontal section 17, the arc section 18 and the deceleration section 19. The transverse diaphragm between two adjacent main beams is also arranged at intervals. The gap between the adjacent transverse diaphragms can be used as maintenance space. The maintenance channel 21 is provided in the middle of the pier 20. The maintenance channel 21 is arranged along the length direction of the main beam 1 and is located directly below the transverse diaphragm 3 between two adjacent main beams 1. There is a gap between the adjacent transverse diaphragms 3 along the length direction of the main beam 1. The maintenance channel 21 connects the gap between the two main beams 1, which can realize the maintenance of the two main beam structures.

[0055] Furthermore, such as Figure 2 As shown, the transverse diaphragm 3 between the two main beams 1 and the transverse diaphragm 3 between the main beam 1 and the secondary beam 2 are respectively set on the horizontal section 17, the arc section 18 and the deceleration section 19, which can enhance the connection strength.

[0056] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 As shown, the lower part of the sub-beam 2 is smaller than the upper part of the sub-beam 2. The lower part and the upper part of the sub-beam 2 are connected by an inwardly inclined transition section 201. Based on the overall strength enhanced by the transverse diaphragm beam 3, the lower part of the sub-beam 2 can be reduced, thereby reducing construction costs.

[0057] This embodiment provides an electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure, consisting of two main beams 1 and two auxiliary beams 2, which are laterally connected by transverse diaphragms 3. A propulsion groove 13 is formed between the two main beams 1, and propulsion modules 4 are fixed to the two inner walls of the propulsion groove 13 by bolts 16. Propulsion magnets 10 are connected to a skid via propulsion legs 14. A suspension groove 12 is formed between the main beams 1 and the auxiliary beams 2, and suspension modules 5 are fixed to the inner walls of both sides of the suspension groove 12 by bolts 16. Suspension magnets 9 are connected to a skid 6 via suspension legs 15. A slide rail 8 is mounted on the main beams, and the skid 6 is placed on the slide rail 8 via sliding shoes 7. The spacecraft 11 to be launched is placed on the skid 6. The skid 6 carries the spacecraft 11 to be launched and is placed on the track beam. When the suspension module 5 and the suspension magnet 9 are energized, the skid 6 floats up, separates from the slide rail 8, and is stably suspended. When the propulsion module 4 and the propulsion magnet 10 are energized, the skid 6 generates thrust to move forward, accelerating the spacecraft 11 to supersonic speeds before ignition and takeoff.

[0058] This embodiment provides the following specific method for electromagnetic booster launch:

[0059] S1. Spacecraft 11 to be launched is placed on skid 6;

[0060] S2, the levitation module 5 works, lifting the skid 6 and the spacecraft 11 to be launched into a levitation state;

[0061] S3, Propulsion Module 4 works to accelerate the skid 6 and the spacecraft to be launched 11 into the horizontal section 17 of the track beam;

[0062] After S4 and skid 6 reach the arc section 18 of the track beam, they continue to accelerate and turn along the track beam to enter the hillside section.

[0063] After S5 and skid 6 reach the deceleration section 19 of the track beam near the top of the uphill slope, the booster of the spacecraft 11 to be launched will ignite and spray, and the propulsion module will apply a reverse electromagnetic force to skid 6 to decelerate it.

[0064] S6 and skid 6 decelerate to a standstill on the deceleration section 19 of the track beam. The spacecraft 11 to be launched detaches from skid 6 under the action of jet power, completing the launch.

[0065] The electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure provided in this embodiment employs two main beams and two auxiliary beams, forming a central propulsion trough and two side suspension troughs. The central propulsion trough and the two side suspension troughs are connected by transverse diaphragms to ensure the lateral stiffness of the entire track beam structure. Propulsion modules are installed inside the propulsion troughs, and suspension modules are installed inside the suspension troughs. Rails are installed on the track beams, and suspension skids are placed on the rails. Propulsion magnets are installed on the propulsion legs of the skids, extending into the propulsion troughs, and suspension magnets are installed on the suspension legs, extending into the suspension troughs. The spacecraft to be launched is placed on the skid. By generating levitation force through the suspension modules and electromagnetic propulsion force through the propulsion modules, the skid is lifted and accelerated, essentially creating a first-stage booster for a launch vehicle on the ground, achieving the goal of accelerating the spacecraft to supersonic speeds before ignition and takeoff. Under the same launch mass conditions, the electromagnetic booster track beam structure offers a simpler and more reliable launch mechanism, lower maintenance costs, more than double the launch payload, and significantly lower energy consumption per launch compared to existing steel-structure launch pad technology for spacecraft launches.

[0066] The electromagnetic booster launch system and method described herein place the spacecraft to be launched on a skid, which is stationary on a track. When the levitation module operates, it generates levitation force that lifts the skid. The propulsion module generates electromagnetic propulsion force that accelerates the skid, carrying the spacecraft along with it. After the skid reaches the curved track along the track beam, the skid and spacecraft gradually change direction. The track beam is positioned along a hillside, and the skid continues to accelerate along the track beam. As it approaches the end of the track beam along the hillside, the spacecraft ignites and detaches from the skid. At this point, the spacecraft already possesses a high initial velocity, saving a significant amount of energy needed to gain initial velocity during takeoff and greatly reducing energy consumption during launch. Simultaneously, using electromagnetic energy to accelerate the skid and the carried spacecraft avoids the environmental pollution caused by the combustion of chemical energy and allows the skid to accelerate more quickly, overcoming friction. This method of launching the spacecraft 11 using two main beams 1, two secondary beams 2, and a magnetic field is simpler, less expensive, and requires less precision in construction compared to steel launch pads. It also eliminates the need for propellants and other chemical agents, significantly reducing carbon emissions and increasing safety.

[0067] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure, characterized in that, It includes two main beams (1), two secondary beams (2) and a skid (6). The two main beams (1) are located between the two secondary beams (2). Both the main beams (1) and the secondary beams (2) have a horizontal section (17), an arc section (18) and a deceleration section (19). The two ends of the arc section (18) are connected to the horizontal section (17) and the deceleration section (19) respectively. The arc section (18) and the deceleration section (19) extend upwards. There is a suspension trough (12) between the main beam (1) and the adjacent sub-beam (2), and suspension modules (5) are provided on the opposite sides of the main beam (1) and the adjacent sub-beam (2). The suspension modules (5) of the main beam (1) and the adjacent sub-beam (2) can form a suspension magnetic field in the suspension trough (12). There is a propulsion groove (13) between the two main beams (1), and propulsion modules (4) are provided on opposite sides of the two main beams (1). The propulsion modules (4) of the two main beams (1) can form a propulsion magnetic field in the propulsion groove (13). The top of the two main beams (1) is provided with a slide rail (8), and the bottom of the skid (6) is set on the slide rail (8) by a skid shoe (7). The skid (6) is used to place the spacecraft (11) to be launched. The bottom of the skid (6) also has a suspension leg (15) corresponding to the suspension trough (12) and a propulsion leg (14) corresponding to the propulsion trough (13). A suspension magnet (9) is provided below the suspension leg (15). The suspension magnet (9) is located between the suspension modules (5) in the suspension trough (12). The suspension magnetic field can generate an upward buoyancy on the suspension magnet (9). A propulsion magnet (10) is provided below the propulsion leg (14). The propulsion magnet (10) is located between the propulsion modules (4) in the propulsion trough (13). The propulsion magnetic field can provide the propulsion magnet (10) with a thrust that accelerates forward along the main beam (1). The propulsion module (4) is aligned with the top surface of the propulsion slot (13), and the suspension module (5) is aligned with the top surface of the suspension slot (12); The top of the opposite side of the two main beams (1) is provided with a recessed step (101), and the slide rail (8) is fixedly set on the step surface of the recessed step (101); The two main beams (1) are connected by a transverse diaphragm (3), and the main beam (1) and the secondary beam (2) are connected by a transverse diaphragm (3). The main beam (1), the secondary beam (2), and the transverse diaphragm (3) are integrally set on the support (22), which is set on the pile cap (20). The pile cap (20) has a pile foundation (23) below it. The top surface of the pile cap (20) is flush with the ground. The transverse diaphragm (3) between the two main beams (1) and between the main beam (1) and the secondary beam (2) are all The platform (20) is provided with a maintenance passage (21) in the middle of the horizontal section (17), the arc section (18) and the deceleration section (19). The maintenance passage (21) is provided along the length of the main beam (1). The maintenance passage (21) is located directly below the transverse diaphragm (3) between two adjacent main beams (1). There is a gap between the adjacent transverse diaphragms (3) along the length of the main beam (1). The maintenance passage (21) connects the gap between the two main beams (1) along the length of the main beam (1).

2. The electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The propulsion module (4) is fixed to the two inner walls of the propulsion trough (13) by bolts (16), and the suspension module (5) is fixed to the two inner walls of the suspension trough (12) by bolts (16).

3. The electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a levitation control module and a propulsion control module. The levitation control module is used to control the opening and closing of the levitation magnetic field, and the propulsion control module is used to control the opening and closing of the propulsion magnetic field and generate magnetic fields in both positive and negative directions.

4. The electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The suspension leg (15) is a right-angled triangular frame. The hypotenuse of the right-angled triangular frame is close to the propulsion groove (13), and the vertical side of the right-angled triangular frame corresponds to the center of the suspension groove (12). The suspension magnet (9) is vertically set in the center of the suspension groove (12). The propulsion leg (14) is a cylindrical structure, and the propulsion leg (14) is located in the middle of the propulsion groove (13). The propulsion magnet (10) is vertically arranged in the middle of the propulsion groove (13).

5. The electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transverse diaphragm (3) between the two main beams (1) and the transverse diaphragm (3) between the main beam (1) and the secondary beam (2) are respectively set on the horizontal section (17), the arc section (18) and the deceleration section (19).

6. The electromagnetic booster launch track beam structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower part of the sub-beam (2) is smaller than the upper part of the sub-beam (2), and the lower part of the sub-beam (2) and the upper part of the sub-beam (2) are connected by an inwardly inclined transition section (201).

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