A combined support member for modular devices that integrates manufacturing, shipping, and strapping

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of engineering, and relates to a combined support component for a modular device, which is integrated with manufacturing, transportation and binding, and comprises a bracket for supporting the modular device, a modular device binding unit, a supporting unit, a stop unit and a stabilizing strut unit. Compared with the prior art, the application has the advantages of simple structure, convenient carrying, installation and dismounting, and can be repeatedly used, and the design and manufacturing concept of the modular device is green, low-carbon and environment-friendly.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of engineering technology, and in particular to a combined support component for modular devices that integrates manufacturing, transportation and binding. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, with the continuous advancement of modular design, processes, and construction technologies, the application areas, quantity, scale, and forms of modular construction have shown significant changing trends. Modular design, construction, and installation methods have become the preferred solution for various engineering projects. Under this trend, modular unit materials are constantly evolving towards larger, heavier, and more integrated sizes, with individual units weighing thousands or even tens of thousands of tons. Consequently, the land and sea transportation, as well as seamless land-sea connection technologies and capabilities for modular units, have become crucial for modular engineering projects.

[0003] After large modular units are manufactured in the factory, they are typically lifted by a self-propelled modular transporter (SPMT) using its own hydraulic lifting function to enter the predetermined position at the bottom of the module and achieve "self-loading". Then, they are transported by land to the dock front, where the SPMT rolls the module to the predetermined stowage position on the large deck vessel and lowers the module onto the pier or the deck of the vessel to achieve "self-unloading".

[0004] However, modular units (such as FPSO top modules) have a large number of pipes, small containers, and guide columns hanging below the main beam at the bottom, ranging in height from tens of centimeters to several meters. These hanging components cause serious interference with the SPMT lifting and loading area. The common solution in the industry is to install a special steel frame beam at the bottom of the module to provide support for the construction and transportation of the modular unit and to provide lifting space for the SPMT. The weight of the frame beam can be hundreds of tons, which not only greatly increases the manufacturing cost, but also increases the difficulty of lashing and securing the modular unit during marine transportation, and cannot meet the requirements of green manufacturing throughout the entire life cycle of the current modular units. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the defects of the prior art by providing a modular support component that integrates manufacturing, transportation and binding. This support bracket has a simple structure, is easy to handle, install and disassemble, and is also reusable, thus embodying the green, low-carbon and environmentally friendly design and manufacturing concept of modular devices.

[0006] The objective of this invention can be achieved through the following technical solutions:

[0007] A support member for a modular device, comprising:

[0008] A bracket for supporting a modular device includes a bracket upper panel and a bracket lower panel connected by multiple bracket reinforcing ribs, and the bracket upper panel is also provided with a support column.

[0009] The modular device fastening unit includes a support plate fixed to a support column and multiple clamps for fixing the modular device. The bottom beam of the modular device is placed on the support plate, and the modular device is then fixed by welding the clamps.

[0010] The support unit includes a first support bracket and a second support bracket. The first support bracket includes a first pier and a first pier load-bearing beam. One end of the first pier is fixedly connected to a bracket, and the other end is fixedly connected to the first pier load-bearing beam. The first pier load-bearing beam includes a first pier load-bearing beam crossbeam and a plurality of first pier load-bearing beam reinforcing ribs spaced apart within the first pier load-bearing beam crossbeam. The second support bracket includes a second pier and a second pier load-bearing beam. One end of the second pier is fixedly connected to a bracket, and the other end is fixedly connected to the second pier load-bearing beam. The second pier load-bearing beam includes a second pier load-bearing beam crossbeam and a plurality of second pier load-bearing beam reinforcing ribs spaced apart within the second pier load-bearing beam crossbeam.

[0011] The stopping unit includes a first stopping plate and a second stopping plate. The first stopping plate includes a first transverse stopping member and a first longitudinal stopping member. The first transverse stopping member is provided in multiple parts and its sides are fixedly connected to both sides of the first pier load-bearing beam. The first longitudinal stopping member is fixedly connected to both ends of the first pier load-bearing beam. The second stopping plate includes a second transverse stopping member and a second longitudinal stopping member. The second transverse stopping member is provided in multiple parts and its sides are fixedly connected to both sides of the second pier load-bearing beam. The second longitudinal stopping member is fixedly connected to both ends of the second pier load-bearing beam.

[0012] The bottom edge of the first stop plate, the bottom edge of the second stop plate, the lower side of the first support beam, and the lower side of the second support beam are all used for welding connection with the deck of the transport ship.

[0013] A stabilizing strut unit, wherein multiple stabilizing strut units are arranged at an angle, one end of which is supported on the bracket and the other end abuts against the supporting unit.

[0014] Furthermore, the support units are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the lower panel of the bracket.

[0015] Furthermore, the support column and the upper panel of the bracket are fixedly connected by welding or screwing.

[0016] Furthermore, the first pier load-bearing beam, the second pier load-bearing beam, and the bracket are all made of H-beams or plates.

[0017] Furthermore, both the first stop plate and the second stop plate are right-angled trapezoidal plates, with their right-angled sides respectively attached to and welded to the side walls of the first pier load-bearing beam and the second pier load-bearing beam, and their bottom edges welded to the deck of the transport ship.

[0018] Furthermore, the stabilizing strut unit is connected to the bracket and support unit by bolts or welding.

[0019] Furthermore, the first pier and the first pier load-bearing beam, and the second pier and the second pier load-bearing beam are all fixedly connected by bolts or welding.

[0020] Furthermore, the support plate and the support column are fixedly connected by welding.

[0021] Furthermore, the first transverse stop is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the first pier load-bearing beam crossbeam, and the second transverse stop is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the second pier load-bearing beam crossbeam.

[0022] Furthermore, both the first and second piers are box-shaped structures.

[0023] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages and beneficial effects:

[0024] This invention provides a combined bracket structure for the integrated manufacturing, transportation, and binding of modular devices. Its unique structure effectively solves the problems encountered during the manufacturing and transportation of modular devices, such as the complex structure of the bottom main beam under the hanging pipeline, the limited lifting space and height of the SPMT, and the difficulty in installing binding components. At the same time, this combined bracket can take on multiple functions as a construction support, transportation tool, and binding component for modular equipment. The height and position of its multiple blocks are adjustable. It has a simple structure, is easy to handle, install, and disassemble, and can also be reused, thus embodying the green, low-carbon, and environmentally friendly design and manufacturing concept of modular devices. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a modular support device structure provided in Embodiment 1;

[0026] Figure 2 This is an exploded view of a modular support device structure provided in Embodiment 1.

[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the modular support device provided in this embodiment 1 during use;

[0028] Figure reference numerals:

[0029] Bracket 1, Bracket Reinforcing Rib 11, Bracket Top Panel 12, Bracket Bottom Panel 13, Bracket Web 14, Modular Device Binding Unit 2, Clamping Block 21, Support Plate 22, First Support Bracket 3, First Pier 31, First Pier Enclosure 312, First Pier Load-Shaping Beam 32, First Pier Load-Shaping Beam Crossbeam 321, First Pier Load-Shaping Beam Reinforcing Rib 322, Second Support Bracket 4, Second Pier 41, Second Pier Top Panel 411, Second Pier Enclosure 412, Second Pier Bottom Panel 413, Second Pier Pier load-bearing beam 42, second pier load-bearing beam crossbeam 421, second pier load-bearing beam reinforcing rib 422, stop unit 5, first stop plate 51, second stop plate 52, first transverse stop 511, first longitudinal stop 512, second transverse stop 521, second longitudinal stop 522, support column 6, stabilizing strut unit 7, stabilizing strut upper connecting plate 71, stabilizing strut round tube 72, stabilizing strut lower connecting plate 73, modular device A, SPMT transport vehicle (set) B, ship deck C. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0031] The following embodiments are implemented based on the above-described technical solution of the present invention, and provide detailed implementation methods and specific operation processes. However, the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments.

[0032] The following are more detailed implementation examples, which further illustrate the technical solution of the present invention and the technical effects that can be obtained.

[0033] Example 1

[0034] This embodiment provides a modular support device, such as Figure 1 , 2 As shown, the device includes:

[0035] 1. A bracket 1 for supporting modular device A, wherein the bracket 1 is an "H" shaped steel, including a bracket upper panel 12, a bracket lower panel 13 and a bracket web 14, and also includes multiple bracket reinforcing ribs 11, which are evenly spaced and symmetrically arranged on both sides of the bracket web 14. The three walls of the bracket reinforcing ribs 11 are respectively welded to the bracket upper panel 12, the bracket lower panel 13 and the bracket web 14. The bracket upper panel 12 is also provided with a support column 6, which is fixedly connected to the bracket upper panel 12 by screwing or welding. In this embodiment, it is screwed, and the anti-shear nut should be preset in the set position of the bracket 1.

[0036] 2. Modular device binding unit 2 includes a support plate 22 fixed to the support column 6 by welding and multiple clamping blocks 21 for fixing the modular device A. The bottom beam of the modular device is placed on the support plate 22, and the modular device A is fixed by welding the clamping blocks 21. The clamping blocks 21 should be welded to the bottom beam of the modular device A with a transition fit and no gap should exist. The number and size of the clamping blocks 2 should be calculated and arranged in a symmetrical layout. In this embodiment, there are 8 clamping blocks 2.

[0037] In some preferred embodiments, a 1mm-2mm rubber pad is provided at the connection between the bottom beam of the modular device A and the support plate 22 to prevent relative movement between the two, and also to protect the paint of the transported modular device A from damage.

[0038] In some preferred embodiments, the height of the support column 6 can be set by the length of the complex hook / pipeline at the lower end of the modular device A. The position of the support column 6 can be determined according to the load-bearing position of the bottom beam of the modular device A. Generally, it is supported in the area where the horizontal and vertical beams of the modular device A intersect, so as to bear the weight of the module and reduce the bending moment of the bottom main beam.

[0039] 3. Support units, two of which are symmetrically arranged and vertically connected to the lower ends of the bracket lower panel 13.

[0040] In this embodiment, the support unit includes a first support bracket 3 and a second support bracket 4.

[0041] The first support bracket 3 includes a first pier 31 and a first pier load-bearing beam 32: one end of the first pier 31 is fixedly connected to the bracket 1, and the other end is fixedly connected to the first pier load-bearing beam 32; the first pier load-bearing beam 32 includes a first pier load-bearing beam crossbeam 321 and a plurality of spaced first pier load-bearing beam reinforcing bars 322.

[0042] The second support bracket 4 includes a second pier 41 and a second pier load-bearing beam 42. One end of the second pier 41 is fixedly connected to the bracket 1, and the other end is fixedly connected to the second pier load-bearing beam 42. The second pier load-bearing beam 42 includes a second pier load-bearing beam crossbeam 421 and a plurality of spaced second pier load-bearing beam reinforcing ribs 422.

[0043] In this embodiment, the first pier 31 is formed by welding steel plates of the first pier upper panel, the first pier surrounding plate 312 and the first pier lower panel to form a box-shaped structure; the second pier 41 is formed by welding steel plates of the second pier upper panel 411, the second pier surrounding plate 412 and the second pier lower panel 413 to form a box-shaped structure.

[0044] In this embodiment, the first pier load-bearing beam 32, the second pier load-bearing beam 42, and the bracket 1 are all H-beams.

[0045] In this embodiment, the first pier load-bearing beam 32 and the second pier load-bearing beam 42 transfer the gravity of the modular device A to the ship deck, and it is advisable to place it on the ship's strong structure.

[0046] In this embodiment, the reinforcing ribs 322 of the first pier load-bearing beam and the reinforcing ribs 422 of the second pier load-bearing beam should correspond to the hull's strong structure and can be arranged asymmetrically and non-uniformly.

[0047] In this embodiment, the first pier 31 and the first pier load-bearing beam 32, and the second pier 41 and the second pier load-bearing beam 42 are all fixedly connected by bolts.

[0048] 4. Stopping unit 5: includes a first stop plate 51 and a second stop plate 52.

[0049] The first stop plate 51 includes a first transverse stop 511 and a first longitudinal stop 512. There are multiple first transverse stop 511s, and their sides are fixedly connected to both sides of the first pier load-bearing beam 321 at intervals. The sides of the first longitudinal stop 512 are fixedly connected to both ends of the first pier load-bearing beam 321.

[0050] The second stop plate 52 includes a second transverse stop 521 and a second longitudinal stop 522. There are multiple second transverse stop 521s, and their sides are fixedly connected to both sides of the second pier load-bearing beam 421 at intervals. The sides of the second longitudinal stop 522 are fixedly connected to both ends of the second pier load-bearing beam 421.

[0051] The bottom edge of the first stop plate 51, the bottom edge of the second stop plate 52, the lower end of the first support beam 32, and the lower end of the second support beam 42 are all used for welding connection with the deck of the transport ship.

[0052] In this embodiment, both the first stop plate 51 and the second stop plate 52 are right-angled trapezoidal plates. Their right-angled sides are respectively attached to and welded to the side walls of the first pier load-bearing beam 321 and the second pier load-bearing beam 421. Their bottom edges are welded to the deck of the transport ship.

[0053] Among them, the transverse stop plates in the stop plates should be installed on the corresponding strong structure of the hull, and the number depends on the lashing force. The transverse stop components must be welded perpendicularly to the pier load-bearing beam and deck support, preferably using double-sided welding, and the weld length should not be less than 20cm. This solves the problems of transverse sliding and transverse rollover of equipment caused by the movement of the ship during navigation.

[0054] The longitudinal stop plate in the stop plate must be welded perpendicularly to the support beam and the deck, and the welding length should generally be the length of the plate.

[0055] In this embodiment, the first lateral stop 511 is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the first pier load-bearing beam 321, and the second lateral stop 521 is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the second pier load-bearing beam 421.

[0056] 5. Stabilizing strut unit 7: Multiple stabilizing strut units 7 are installed at an angle, with one end supported on the bracket 1 and the other end abutting against the support unit.

[0057] In this embodiment, four symmetrically arranged stabilizing strut units 7 are provided. The stabilizing strut unit 7 is composed of an upper connecting plate 71, a round tube 72, and a lower connecting plate 73. It forms a certain angle with the bracket 1 and the support unit, which plays the role of stabilizing the structure and distributing the force.

[0058] In some preferred embodiments, the installation position of the stabilizing strut unit 7 is determined according to the binding requirements, and it is generally set at the location of the hull's strong structure. The stabilizing strut unit 7 is connected to the bracket 1 and the support unit's pier load-bearing beam by shear bolts.

[0059] Example 2

[0060] This embodiment provides a method for using a modular support device, such as... Figure 3 As shown, it includes the following steps:

[0061] (1) Place the bottom beam of the modular device A that needs to be transported and moved on the support plate 22, and then weld multiple clamps 21 to fix the modular device A.

[0062] (2) The length of the bracket 1 is set according to the total length of the SPMT vehicle platform (in some preferred embodiments, an SPMT transport vehicle group can be set). The length of the bracket 1, the distance between the two supports 3, and the distance between the two support bases 4 are within the range of: the total width of the SPMT transport vehicle group - the total width of the SPMT transport vehicle group + 400mm. The overall height of the support unit needs to be greater than the minimum height of the SPMT transport vehicle group.

[0063] SPMT transport vehicle (set) B enters the area enclosed by bracket 1 and support unit, and the vehicle platform of SPMT transport vehicle (set) B abuts against the lower panel 13 of bracket;

[0064] (3) Using the lifting function of the SPMT transport vehicle itself, the lower panel 13 of the bracket is lifted. After the transport modular device A reaches the predetermined stacking position, the first support beam 32 and the second support beam 42 are lowered to the predetermined position on the ship deck C. Then, the bottom edge of the first stop plate 51, the bottom edge of the second stop plate 52, the lower end of the first support beam 32, and the lower end of the second support beam 42 are welded to the transport ship deck to start the transport. When the SPMT transport vehicle group lifts the modular device A for land transport or roll-on / roll-off loading, the gap between the lower part of the first support beam 32 and the second support beam 42 and the ground of the manufacturing site or the ship deck C is at least 200mm.

[0065] (4) After the modular device A is transported to the destination, the modular device A is separated from the support device by cutting multiple clamping blocks 21. The modular device A is unloaded from the ship by large hoisting equipment. The support device structure is transported back to the manufacturing plant and can be reused.

[0066] The above description of the embodiments is provided to enable those skilled in the art to understand and use the invention. It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that various modifications can be made to these embodiments, and the general principles described herein can be applied to other embodiments without inventive effort. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments, and any improvements and modifications made by those skilled in the art based on the disclosure of the present invention without departing from the scope of the invention should be within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A support member for a modular device, characterized in that, include: The bracket (1) for supporting the modular device (A) includes a bracket upper panel (12) and a bracket lower panel (13) connected by multiple bracket reinforcing ribs (11), and the bracket upper panel (12) is also provided with a support column (6). The modular device binding unit (2) includes a support plate (22) fixed on the support column (6) and multiple clamps (21) for fixing the modular device. The bottom beam of the modular device is placed on the support plate (22), and the modular device (A) is fixed by welding the clamps (21). The support unit includes a first support bracket (3) and a second support bracket (4). The first support bracket (3) includes a first pier (31) and a first pier load-bearing beam (32). One end of the first pier (31) is fixedly connected to the bracket (1), and the other end is fixedly connected to the first pier load-bearing beam (32). The first pier load-bearing beam (32) includes a first pier load-bearing beam crossbeam (321) and a plurality of first pier load-bearing beams spaced apart within the first pier load-bearing beam crossbeam (321). The second support bracket (4) includes a second pier (41) and a second pier load-bearing beam (42). One end of the second pier (41) is fixedly connected to the bracket (1), and the other end is fixedly connected to the second pier load-bearing beam (42). The second pier load-bearing beam (42) includes a second pier load-bearing beam crossbeam (421) and a plurality of second pier load-bearing beam reinforcing bars (422) spaced apart within the second pier load-bearing beam crossbeam (421). The stop unit (5) includes a first stop plate (51) and a second stop plate (52). The first stop plate (51) includes a first transverse stop (511) and a first longitudinal stop (512). The first transverse stop (511) is provided in multiple parts and its sides are fixedly connected to both sides of the first pier load-bearing beam (321) at intervals. The first longitudinal stop (512) is fixedly connected to both ends of the first pier load-bearing beam (321) at its sides. The second stop plate (52) includes a second transverse stop (521) and a second longitudinal stop (522). The second transverse stop (521) is provided in multiple parts and its sides are fixedly connected to both sides of the second pier load-bearing beam (421) at intervals. The second longitudinal stop (522) is fixedly connected to both ends of the second pier load-bearing beam (421) at its sides. Among them, the bottom edge of the first stop plate (51), the bottom edge of the second stop plate (52), the lower side of the first support beam (32), and the lower side of the second support beam (42) are all used for welding connection with the deck of the transport ship. A stabilizing strut unit, wherein multiple stabilizing strut units are arranged at an angle, one end of which is supported on the bracket (1), and the other end abuts against the supporting unit; The first stop plate (51) and the second stop plate (52) are both right-angled trapezoidal plates. Their right-angled sides are respectively attached to the side walls of the first pier load-bearing beam (321) and the second pier load-bearing beam (421) and connected by welding. Their bottom edge is welded to the deck of the transport ship. The first transverse stop (511) is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the first pier load-bearing beam (321), and the second transverse stop (521) is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the second pier load-bearing beam (421). The support units are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the lower panel (13) of the bracket; The support column (6) is fixedly connected to the upper panel (12) of the bracket by welding or screwing. The first pier load-bearing beam (32), the second pier load-bearing beam (42), and the bracket (1) are all made of H-beams or plates; The stabilizing strut unit is connected to the bracket (1) and the support unit by bolts or welding; The first pier (31) and the first pier load-bearing beam (32), and the second pier (41) and the second pier load-bearing beam (42) are all fixedly connected by bolts or welding; The support plate (22) and the support column (6) are fixedly connected by welding; Both the first support pier (31) and the second support pier (41) are box-shaped structures.

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