A rail size detection and calibration device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a rail size detection and calibration device, which belongs to the field of rail detection technology and solves the technical problem that the current transportation of rails reduces the calibration efficiency. The rail size detection and calibration device includes a base, a calibration frame, a flipping mechanism, and a calibration rail. The calibration frame is installed on the base, and the calibration frame is provided with a calibration area; the flipping mechanism is installed on the base, and the flipping mechanism is located between the calibration frame and the base, and there is a placement area between the flipping mechanism and the base; the calibration rail is installed on the flipping mechanism, and the flipping mechanism is used to drive the calibration rail to move between the calibration area and the placement area. Therefore, the rail size detection and calibration device reduces the transportation and positioning of the calibration rail by driving the calibration rail to move between the calibration area and the placement area, thereby improving the calibration efficiency of the rails.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The invention belongs to the technical field of rail detection, and in particular relates to a rail size detection and calibration device. Background Art

[0002] With the continuous development of high-speed and heavy-load railways, seamless railways (CSS) are widely recognized for their high stability and reliability. Rail welding, one of the key technologies for CSS, has a significant impact on the development of CSS.

[0003] Pre-weld inspection of the geometry of newly manufactured rails is a prerequisite for rail welding. Inspection items include rail type and size, end straightness, and twist. Rails are typically inspected using rail geometry testing equipment. To ensure accuracy, each inspection requires manual handling of qualified test blocks or rails to the inspection area. These blocks and rails must be positioned appropriately, and even after completion, they must be manually removed from the equipment, consuming significant time and effort, reducing inspection efficiency. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present invention provides a rail size detection and calibration device for solving the technical problem of reduced calibration efficiency in current rail transportation.

[0005] The present invention is achieved through the following technical solutions: a rail size detection and calibration device, comprising a base, a calibration frame, a flipping mechanism and a verification rail, wherein the calibration frame is installed on the base, and the calibration frame is provided with a verification area; the flipping mechanism is installed on the base, the flipping mechanism is located between the calibration frame and the base, and a placement area is provided between the flipping mechanism and the base; the verification rail is installed on the flipping mechanism, and the flipping mechanism is used to drive the verification rail to move between the verification area and the placement area.

[0006] Optionally, the flipping mechanism includes a driving member and a clamping member, wherein the driving member is installed on the base; the clamping member is rotatably installed on the base, the clamping member is transmission-connected to the driving member, the verification rail is installed on the clamping member, and the driving member drives the clamping member to rotate, thereby driving the verification rail to move between the placement area and the verification area.

[0007] Optionally, it also includes a support rod, which is installed on the base, and the calibration frame is installed on the support rod. The support rod is used to support the calibration frame and the rail. The support rod includes a first section and a second section, and the placement space is formed between the second section and the base.

[0008] Optionally, the calibration frame includes multiple calibration rods, which are installed on the support rods. The calibration rods are parallel to the support rods. The multiple calibration rods and the support rods form the verification area, and the rail to be tested enters the verification area from one end of the calibration rod.

[0009] Optionally, it also includes a support roller, which is rotatably installed on the base and located at one end of the calibration frame. The rail to be tested is placed on the support roller, and the support roller rotates to drive the rail to move in a direction parallel to the support rod.

[0010] Optionally, two guide rollers are further included, which are rotatably mounted on the base, and the two guide rollers are perpendicular to the axial direction of the supporting roller and the rail. A channel for passing the rail is formed between the two guide rollers, and both sides of the rail are in contact with the guide rollers to guide the rail.

[0011] Optionally, the supporting rollers and the guide rollers are provided at both ends of the supporting rod.

[0012] Optionally, a fixing ring is further included, the fixing ring is installed on the base, the calibration rod is installed on the fixing ring, and the fixing ring is connected to the calibration rod.

[0013] Optionally, there are multiple fixing rings, and the multiple fixing rings are distributed along the axial direction of the calibration rod.

[0014] Optionally, a roller is further included, which is rotatably mounted on the support rod, and the axial direction of the roller is perpendicular to the axial direction of the support rod.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0016] The present invention provides a rail size detection and calibration device, which includes a base, a calibration frame, a flipping mechanism, and a calibration rail. The calibration frame is installed on the base, and the calibration frame is provided with a calibration area. The flipping mechanism is installed on the base, and the flipping mechanism is located between the calibration frame and the base, and a placement area is provided between the flipping mechanism and the base. The calibration rail is installed on the flipping mechanism, and the flipping mechanism is used to drive the calibration rail to move between the calibration area and the placement area.

[0017] Through the above structure, the present invention provides a rail size detection and calibration device. When the device is in an initial state, the verification rail is located in the placement area. When the size of the rail needs to be detected, the flipping mechanism drives the verification rail to move from the placement area to the verification area. The scanner used to detect the rail and record the data of the verification rail is then driven by the flipping mechanism to move the verification rail from the verification area to the placement area. The rail to be detected is placed from one end of the calibration frame into the verification area. The calibration frame performs preliminary positioning of the rail to reduce the possibility of the rail moving outside the calibration frame. The scanner then records the data of the rail. Therefore, the rail size detection and calibration device reduces the handling and positioning of the verification rail by driving the verification rail to move between the verification area and the placement area, thereby improving the efficiency of rail calibration. The calibration frame performs preliminary positioning of the rail to facilitate the detection of the rail to be detected. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a rail size detection and calibration device provided by the present invention;

[0020] Figure 2 This is another structural schematic diagram of a rail size detection and calibration device provided by the present invention;

[0021] Figure 3 1 is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the flip mechanism in an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 4 2 is a schematic diagram of the installation structure of the turning mechanism in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] In the picture:

[0024] 1-base, 2-calibration frame, 21-calibration rod, 3-flipping mechanism, 31-driving part, 32-clamping part, 4-calibration rail, 5-support rod, 6-support roller, 7-guide roller, 8-fixing ring, 9-roller, 10-placement area, 11-calibration area. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", etc., indicating the orientation or position relationship, are based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on this application.

[0026] The terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of the technical features being referred to. Thus, a feature specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of such features. Throughout this application, unless otherwise specified, "plurality" means two or more.

[0027] In the description of this application, it should be noted that, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; mechanical connections or electrical connections; direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and internal connections between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on the specific circumstances.

[0028] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the present invention more apparent, the technical solutions of the present invention will be described in detail below. Obviously, the embodiments described are only some of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other implementations obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0029] The present invention provides a rail size detection and calibration device to solve the technical problem of reducing the calibration efficiency of rail handling. The rail size detection and calibration device includes a base 1, a calibration frame 2, a turning mechanism 3 and a calibration rail 4, wherein:

[0030] The base 1 is used to stably support the rail to be inspected to ensure that it does not move or shake during use. The shape and size of the base 1 are customized according to the rail specifications in actual application to ensure that the base 1 is compatible with the rail and provides stable support.

[0031] The calibration frame 2 is installed on the base 1 and is used to provide a reference coordinate system for subsequent rail detection. Specifically, a plurality of marking points are set on the calibration frame 2 to ensure that the scanner can capture and identify. The calibration frame 2 has a verification area 11, and the verification area 11 is used to detect the rails to be inspected. The scanner will scan and collect data on the rails according to the preset program and path. The calibration frame 2 performs preliminary positioning of the rails to reduce the possibility of the rails moving outside the calibration frame. At the same time, the calibration frame 3 can reduce the entry of other objects in the external environment into the verification area 11.

[0032] The flipping mechanism 3 is installed on the base 1 . The flipping mechanism 3 is located between the calibration frame 2 and the base 1 . A placement area 10 is provided between the flipping mechanism 3 and the base 1 .

[0033] The check rail 4 is installed on the flipping mechanism 3, and the flipping mechanism 3 is used to drive the check rail 4 to move between the check area 11 and the placement area 10. Specifically, the check rail 4 is placed in the placement area 10 in the initial state, and there are no other rails in the check area 11. When the rail needs to be checked, first, the flipping mechanism 3 is started to drive the check rail 4 from the placement area 10 to the check area 11. After the check rail 4 is placed in the check area 11, the scanner records the data of the check rail 4. After completing the data recording of the check rail 4, the flipping mechanism 3 is started again to move the check rail 4 from the check area 11 back to the placement area 10. At this time, the check area 11 is in an idle state again, ready to receive the rail to be tested. The rail to be tested is placed in the check area 11, and the scanner is started again to record the data of the rail to be tested. It can be compared with the previously recorded check rail 4 data to evaluate whether the size and shape of the rail to be tested meet the requirements.

[0034] Through the above structure, the present invention provides a rail size detection and calibration device. When the device is in the initial state, the check rail 4 is located in the placement area 10. When the size of the rail needs to be detected, the flipping mechanism 3 drives the check rail 4 to move from the placement area 10 to the verification area 11. The scanner used to detect the rail and record the data of the check rail 4, then the flipping mechanism 3 drives the check rail 4 from the verification area 11 to the placement area 10, and the rail to be detected is placed from one end of the calibration frame 2 into the verification area 11. The calibration frame 2 performs a preliminary positioning of the rail to reduce the possibility of the rail moving outside the calibration frame, and the scanner then records the data of the rail. Therefore, the rail size detection and calibration device reduces the transportation and positioning of the check rail 4 by driving the check rail 4 to move between the verification area 11 and the placement area 10, thereby improving the efficiency of rail calibration. The calibration frame performs a preliminary positioning of the rail to facilitate the detection of the rail to be tested.

[0035] An optional implementation of this embodiment is as follows: the flipping mechanism 3 includes a driving member 31 and a clamping member 32, wherein the driving member 31 is mounted on the base 1 to provide power for driving the calibration rail 4 to move, and the clamping member 32 is rotatably mounted on the base 1. The clamping member 32 is connected to the driving rod by a gear transmission, chain transmission, or belt transmission to achieve power transmission to drive the rotation of the clamping member 32. When the calibration rail 4 needs to be flipped and moved, the driving rod is activated, and the power is transmitted to the clamping member 32 through the transmission mechanism. The clamping member 32 begins to rotate under the power, thereby driving the calibration rail 4 to move between the placement area 10 and the calibration area 11.

[0036] An optional implementation of this embodiment is as follows: it also includes a support rod 5, the support rod 5 is installed on the base 1, the calibration frame 2 is installed on the support rod 5, the support rod 5 is used to support the calibration frame 2 and the rail, the support rod 5 includes a first section and a second section, the clamping member 32 is installed in the second section, a placement space is formed between the second section and the base 1, and the driving member 31 is located between the first section and the base 1.

[0037] An optional implementation of this embodiment is as follows: the calibration frame 2 includes multiple calibration rods 21, each calibration rod 21 is provided with a marking point, so that the scanner can establish a coordinate system according to the marking point, and multiple calibration rods 21 are installed on the support rod 5, the calibration rod 21 is parallel to the support rod 5, and multiple calibration rods 21 and the support rod 5 are arranged to form a verification area 11. The rail to be inspected enters the verification area 11 from one end of the calibration rod 21. It is worth noting that the position of the calibration rod 21 should not affect the flipping of the verification rail 4.

[0038] An optional implementation of this embodiment is as follows: the calibration frame 2 also includes a fixing ring 8, the fixing ring 8 is installed on the base 1, the calibration rod 21 is installed on the fixing ring 8, the fixing ring 8 is connected to the calibration rod 21, the fixing ring 8 is used to support and fix the calibration rod 21, the material and size of the fixing ring 8 need to ensure that it can bear the weight of the calibration rod 21 and maintain a stable shape during the detection process. The fixing ring 8 can ensure that the rail is always located in the calibration area after passing through the fixing ring 8, thereby reducing the deviation of the rail.

[0039] An optional implementation of this embodiment is as follows: there are multiple fixing rings 8, and the multiple fixing rings 8 are distributed along the axial direction of the calibration rod 21. The multiple fixing rings 8 improve the stability of the calibration rod 21, making the calibration rod 21 more firm and reliable during the detection process, and improving the service life of the calibration frame 2. The number of fixing rings 8 is at least two, and there is at least one fixing ring 8 at both ends of the calibration rod 21, so as to better support the calibration rod 21. It is worth noting that when the position of the fixing ring 8 affects the flipping of the calibration rail 4, an opening can be opened on the fixing ring 8 to allow the calibration rail 4 to pass through.

[0040] An optional implementation of this embodiment is as follows: it also includes a support roller 6, which is rotatably mounted on the base 1 and is located at one end of the calibration frame 2. Specifically, the axial direction of the support roller 6 is perpendicular to the support rod 5 to ensure that the rail can be placed stably on the support roller 6, and also enables the rail to move in a direction parallel to the support rod 5. The rail to be tested is placed on the support roller 6. As the support roller 6 rotates, the rail will move in a direction parallel to the support rod 5. The rotation of the support roller 6 can be driven by a motor or other driving method. By adding the support roller 6, before the detection begins, it is only necessary to place the rail to be tested on the support roller 6, and the rail will move through the support roller 6 and enter the verification area 11.

[0041] An optional implementation of this embodiment is as follows: it also includes guide rollers 7, two guide rollers 7 are provided, and the two guide rollers 7 are rotatably installed on the base 1. The two guide rollers 7 are perpendicular to the axial direction of the support roller 6 and the rail. A channel for passing the rail is formed between the two guide rollers 7. When the rail is placed on the support roller 6 and moves forward, both sides of the rail will abut against the guide rollers 7. The guide rollers 7 guide and correct the rail, reducing the deviation or tilt of the rail due to external interference. At the same time, the rolling of the guide rollers 7 also reduces the resistance and wear of the rail during movement.

[0042] An optional implementation of this embodiment is as follows: support rollers 6 and guide rollers 7 are provided at both ends of the support rod 5, so that the rail can be sent into the inspection area 11 from a position close to the support rollers 6 at either end, and the rail after inspection is completed is sent out of the inspection area 11 from the other end. The two-way entry and exit improves the inspection efficiency.

[0043] An optional implementation of this embodiment is as follows: it also includes a roller 9, which is rotatably mounted on the support rod 5, and the axial direction of the roller 9 is perpendicular to the axial direction of the support rod 5. The roller 9 works together with the support roller 6 to jointly support and guide the movement of the rail in the verification area 11, thereby reducing the friction resistance and wear between the rail and the support rod 5.

[0044] In summary, when the rail size detection and calibration device 2 is in the initial state, there are no other rails in the verification area 11. When the rail needs to be calibrated, first, the driving member 31 drives the clamping member 32 to rotate, driving the verification rail 4 to move from the placement area 10 to the verification area 11. After the verification rail 4 is placed in the verification area 11, the scanner records the data of the verification rail 4. After completing the data recording of the verification rail 4, the driving member 31 drives the clamping member 32 to rotate again, moving the verification rail 4 from the verification area 11 back to the placement area 10. At this time, the verification area 11 is in an idle state again. , place the rail to be inspected on the support roller 6, and the support roller 6 rotates to move the rail to be inspected from the end of the support rod 5 close to the first section to the calibration area 11. The two sides of the rail are in contact with the guide rollers 7, and the guide rollers 7 guide and correct the rail, reducing the deviation or tilt of the rail due to external interference. At the same time, the rolling of the guide rollers 7 also reduces the resistance and wear of the rail during movement. After the rail enters the calibration area 11, the scanner is started again to record the data of the rail to be inspected. Finally, the support roller 6 close to the second section rotates to move the rail out of the calibration area 11. Therefore, the rail size detection and calibration device 2 reduces the transportation and positioning of the calibration rail 4 by driving the calibration rail 4 to move between the calibration area 11 and the placement area 10, thereby improving the calibration efficiency of the rail.

[0045] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any modifications or substitutions that can be easily conceived by a person skilled in the art within the technical scope of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be based on the scope of protection of the claims.

Claims

1. A rail size detection and calibration device, characterized in that: include: base; A calibration frame is installed on the base, and the calibration frame is provided with a calibration area; A flip mechanism is installed on the base, the flip mechanism is located between the calibration frame and the base, and a placement area is defined between the flip mechanism and the base; A check rail, mounted on the flip mechanism, the flip mechanism being used to drive the check rail to move between the check area and the placement area; A support rod is mounted on the base, the calibration frame is mounted on the support rod, the support rod is used to support the calibration frame and the rail, the support rod includes a first section and a second section, and the placement area is formed between the second section and the base; A supporting roller is rotatably mounted on the base and is located at one end of the calibration frame. The rail to be inspected is placed on the supporting roller. The supporting roller rotates to drive the rail to move in a direction parallel to the support rod. The calibration frame includes a plurality of calibration rods, each of which is provided with a marking point so that the scanner can establish a coordinate system according to the marking point. The plurality of calibration rods are mounted on the support rod, and the calibration rods are parallel to the support rod. The plurality of calibration rods and the support rods enclose the calibration area, and the rail to be inspected enters the calibration area from one end of the calibration rod. In the initial state, the check rail is placed in the placement area, and there are no other rails in the check area. When the rail needs to be checked, first, the flipping mechanism is started to drive the check rail from the placement area to the check area. After the check rail is placed in the check area, the scanner records the data of the check rail. After completing the data recording of the check rail, the flipping mechanism is started again to move the check rail from the check area back to the placement area. At this time, the check area is idle again. The rail to be tested is placed from one end of the calibration frame into the check area. The scanner is started again to record the data of the rail to be tested. By comparing it with the previously recorded check rail data, it is evaluated whether the size and shape of the rail to be tested meet the requirements.

2. A rail size detection and calibration device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The turning mechanism comprises: A driving member, mounted on the base; The clamping member is rotatably mounted on the base, the clamping member is in transmission connection with the driving member, the verification rail is mounted on the clamping member, and the driving member drives the clamping member to rotate, thereby driving the verification rail to move between the placement area and the verification area.

3. The rail size detection and calibration device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The calibration frame also includes: A fixing ring is installed on the base, the calibration rod is installed on the fixing ring, and the fixing ring is connected to the calibration rod.

4. A rail size detection and calibration device according to claim 3, characterized in that: There are multiple fixing rings, and the multiple fixing rings are distributed along the axial direction of the calibration rod.

5. The rail size detection and calibration device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: Two guide rollers are rotatably mounted on the base. The two guide rollers are perpendicular to the axial directions of the supporting rollers and the rails. A channel for the rails to pass through is formed between the two guide rollers. Both sides of the rails abut against the guide rollers, thereby guiding the rails.

6. The rail size detection and calibration device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The supporting rollers and the guide rollers are provided at both ends of the supporting rod.

7. The rail size detection and calibration device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: The roller is rotatably mounted on the support rod, and the axial direction of the roller is perpendicular to the axial direction of the support rod.

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