Car coupler air pipe protection device

Abstract

The invention relates to a coupler air duct protection device, and relates to the technical field of railway vehicle couplers, the coupler air duct protection device comprises an air duct plug assembly and a fixing assembly, the fixing assembly is used for being connected with a coupler so as to fix the air duct plug assembly on the coupler, and the air duct plug assembly is used for plugging a coupler air duct opening. During installation, the air pipe plug assembly is plugged on an air pipe opening of a car coupler, and then the fixing assembly is fixedly connected with the car coupler so that the air pipe plug assembly can be fixed to the car coupler; the air pipe plug assembly can firmly plug the air pipe opening of the car coupler and effectively prevent the air pipe opening from being interfered by water, dust or external sundries, so that the protection effect on the air pipe of the car coupler is improved; the protection device is made of firm and durable materials, can keep the protection effect for a long time, is not prone to falling off or being damaged, and reduces the requirements for frequent inspection and reinstallation, so that material waste is reduced, and cost is reduced; and the device is simple in design and quick to mount, so that manpower and time are saved, and the working efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of railway vehicle couplers, and in particular to a coupler air duct protection device. Background Art

[0002] As one of the core components of railway vehicles, the coupler is responsible for the traction and coupling between adjacent vehicles, and is a key component to ensure the stable operation of trains and the comfort of passengers. The main function of the coupler is to reduce the longitudinal impact force between trains by tightly connecting adjacent vehicles, thereby avoiding severe impact and shaking between vehicles, ensuring the stability of the train during operation, and improving the passenger experience. At the same time, the coupler also needs to have strong tensile and compressive resistance to ensure the safety of the train in complex operating environments.

[0003] During the vehicle manufacturing process, especially before the coupler is connected, the air duct opening of the coupler is usually exposed and easily affected by the external environment. In order to prevent the air duct opening from being contaminated, water ingress or interference from debris, temporary protective materials such as paper tape are usually used to wrap the air duct opening of the coupler. However, the protective material of the paper tape is relatively fragile and can be easily damaged or fall off during transportation, scheduling and assembly. This leads to the problem of the air duct opening of the coupler being exposed during vehicle transportation, and repeated inspections and reinstallation of protective materials are often required.

[0004] Since the coupler is located at the bottom of the vehicle after installation, the operating space is small and the coupler is located at a low position. When rearranging the protective materials manually, there will be great space restrictions, making the operation process cumbersome and inefficient. Especially during the production and transportation of vehicles, the staff must frequently check whether the air duct opening is damaged and whether the protective materials have fallen off. If the protection is not in place, the air duct opening may be affected by water or debris intrusion, affecting the normal use of the coupler and the performance of the equipment. In addition, frequent replacement and inspection of protective materials will increase labor costs and material waste, affecting the overall production progress and efficiency.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a more efficient, stable and convenient solution to improve the protective effect of the coupler air duct opening, reduce the complexity of manual operation, reduce production costs and improve work efficiency. Summary of the invention

[0006] In order to improve the protective effect of the coupler air duct opening and reduce the complexity of manual operation, the present application provides a coupler air duct protection device.

[0007] The present application provides a coupler air duct protection device that adopts the following technical solution: A coupler air duct protection device comprises an air duct plug assembly and a fixing assembly, wherein the fixing assembly is used to connect with the coupler to fix the air duct plug assembly on the coupler, and the air duct plug assembly is used to block the air duct opening of the coupler.

[0008] By adopting the above-mentioned technical scheme, during installation, the air duct plug assembly is sealed on the air duct opening of the hook, and then the fixing assembly is connected and fixed to the hook to fix the air duct plug assembly on the hook; compared with the traditional paper tape wrapping method, the design of the present application improves the efficiency and stability of protection. On the one hand, the air duct plug assembly can firmly seal the air duct opening of the hook, effectively preventing the air duct opening from water ingress, dust accumulation or interference from external debris, thereby improving the protective effect of the air duct of the hook; on the other hand, the protective device adopts sturdy and durable materials, can maintain the protective effect for a long time, is not easy to fall off or be damaged, reduces the need for frequent inspection and reinstallation, thereby reducing material waste, and reducing production and maintenance costs; and the device of the present application is simple in design, and the installation process does not require complicated tools and cumbersome operations. The staff can complete the installation quickly, thereby saving manpower and time and improving work efficiency.

[0009] In a specific feasible implementation scheme, the air duct plug assembly includes a first protective plug, a second protective plug and a connecting rod, the connecting rod is arranged along the height direction of the coupler, the first protective plug and the second protective plug are respectively located on both sides of the connecting rod and connected to the connecting rod, and the first protective plug and the second protective plug are respectively sealed on the air duct opening.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solution, the first protective plug and the second protective plug are used to respectively block the two air duct openings of the coupler, and then they are connected and fixed to the coupler through a fixing assembly to fix the first protective plug and the second protective plug on the coupler; in actual use, the connecting rod fixes the two protective plugs together, and a stable protective structure is formed through the overall design, which can effectively block the air duct opening of the coupler, prevent the entry of external debris and moisture, and enhance the protection capability of the coupler air duct system.

[0011] In a specific feasible implementation scheme, the fixing assembly includes a fixed card and a movable card, the fixed card is fixed to the second protective plug, the fixed card is used to be clamped on one side of the coupler, the movable card is fixed to the second protective plug by a telescopic part, the movable card is movably arranged, and the movable card is used to be clamped on the other side of the coupler.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, during installation, first clamp the fixed card on one side of the coupler, adjust the positions of the first protective plug and the second protective plug to correspond to the positions of the air duct opening of the coupler, insert the first protective plug and the second protective plug into and seal them in the air duct opening of the coupler, and then use the telescopic part to move and adjust the movable card so that the movable card is clamped on the other side of the coupler to complete the fixation of the entire device; this technical solution simplifies the installation process, by first fixing the fixed card on one side and then adjusting the position of the movable card on the other side through the telescopic part, the whole process does not require complicated tools or additional operations, and the installer can quickly complete the installation; the fixed card and the movable card are used in combination to make the sealing of the protective plug at the air duct opening of the coupler more secure, preventing the loosening or falling off of the protective plug due to vibration or external force, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the system.

[0013] In a specific possible implementation scheme, the telescopic member includes a fixed rod and a spring, one end of the fixed rod is connected to the second protective plug, and the other end is connected to the spring, and the end of the spring away from the fixed rod is connected to the movable card, and the spring is used to control the position of the movable card and to tighten the movable card.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, after installing the fixed card and the air duct plug assembly, the position of the movable card is adjusted by the telescopic part, the movable card is pulled to move, and the movable card is clamped on the other side of the coupler. At this time, the tension of the spring ensures that the movable card moves to the other side of the coupler and tightly clamps the other side of the coupler; in this process, the tensioning action of the spring ensures the stable position of the movable card to prevent it from loosening or falling off during use. Through the torque of the spring, the movable card always remains in a tightened state, thereby providing an effective sealing function.

[0015] In a specific implementation scheme, a guide limit portion is provided on the first protective plug, and the movable clip is passed through the guide limit portion and slides in the guide limit portion.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution and utilizing the design of the guide limiter, the movable card can be prevented from tilting or irregularly displacing, thereby avoiding failure or loosening of the card due to uneven sliding, providing a more reliable locking function, and ensuring the sealing performance of the protective plug.

[0017] In a specific possible implementation scheme, the movable card includes a connecting part and a card plate part, one end of the connecting part is connected to the spring, and the other end passes through the guide limiting part to be connected to the card plate part, the card plate part is provided with a card slot, and is fixed to the coupler through the card slot.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, the connecting part is located at one end of the movable card and is connected to the spring through this end. It plays a role in transmitting the force of the spring to the movable card, ensuring that the movable card can slide along the guide limit part when needed; the card plate part is clamped and fixed to the hook through the card slot, ensuring that the hook can be firmly combined with the movable card to form a stable clamping structure, and a firm connection is formed between the movable card and the coupler, thereby ensuring the stability of the coupler.

[0019] In a specific possible implementation manner, the connecting portion and the clamping plate portion form a T-shaped structure.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the T-shaped structure can increase the stability of the overall structure by distributing the force of the connecting part and the clamping plate part at right angles, and can avoid distortion or displacement between the clamping plate part and the connecting part; the T-shaped structure provides good rigidity and stability, especially when bearing lateral and vertical loads, the lateral distribution of the clamping plate part helps to disperse the force during clamping, avoiding damage to the clamping parts due to excessive local stress.

[0021] In a specific possible implementation manner, the fixing card is a concave-shaped structure, and the fixing card is engaged and fixed with the coupler through its groove.

[0022] By adopting the above technical solution and utilizing the concave-shaped structure design, the groove is tightly combined with the coupler, increasing the contact area of ​​the clamping part, thereby improving the stability of the clamping. Compared with a simple plug-in connection, the groove design can effectively resist external vibration, impact force or tension, and prevent the connection from loosening.

[0023] In a specific implementation manner, the first protective plug and the second protective plug are made of rubber.

[0024] By adopting the above technical solution and utilizing the rubber material design, the rubber has excellent elasticity and deformation ability and can fit closely to the shape of the air duct opening, thereby achieving an excellent sealing effect and preventing the penetration of air, moisture and debris; and because the protective plug is made of soft rubber material, any mechanical damage to the air duct opening or the air duct body can be avoided during use.

[0025] In a specific implementation manner, the fixing card, the movable card, the connecting rod, the fixing rod, and the spring are made of stainless steel.

[0026] By adopting the above technical solution, since stainless steel has excellent corrosion resistance, wear resistance and strength, the entire device can be used for a long time in harsh environments, reducing the need for frequent replacement and maintenance; the use of stainless steel components, the strength and toughness of each component ensure the stability of the entire device in dynamic environments such as couplers, and will not be damaged or lose function due to factors such as vibration and impact.

[0027] In summary, the present application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects: the design of the present application improves the efficiency and stability of protection. On the one hand, the air duct plug assembly can firmly seal the air duct opening of the coupler, effectively preventing the air duct opening from water ingress, dust accumulation or interference from external debris, thereby improving the protective effect of the air duct of the coupler; on the other hand, the protective device is made of sturdy and durable materials, can maintain the protective effect for a long time, is not easy to fall off or be damaged, and reduces the need for frequent inspection and reinstallation, thereby reducing material waste and reducing production and maintenance costs; The device pursues simplicity, customization and strong practicality in structural design, which enables it to effectively protect the two air duct openings of the coupler and avoid interference from external factors; through simple installation and disassembly processes, it improves operational efficiency and convenience of personnel use, while saving human resources; the design also takes into account the convenience of storage and retrieval, so that the device can not only provide effective protection when in use, but also be conveniently stored when not in use, ensuring the long-term effectiveness of the device and ease of management. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram used to show the installation of the coupler air duct protection device applied to the railway vehicle coupler.

[0029] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram for illustrating the structure of the coupler air duct protection device of the present application.

[0030] Explanation of the reference numerals: 1. first protective plug; 2. movable card; 21. connecting part; 22. clamping plate part; 23. clamping groove; 3. spring; 4. second protective plug; 5. fixing card; 51. groove; 6. connecting rod; 7. hook; 8. air duct opening; 9. fixing rod; 10. guide limit part; 11. air duct plug assembly; 12. fixing assembly; 13. telescopic part. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The following is combined with Figure 1-2 This application is described in further detail.

[0032] Reference Figure 1 and Figure 2The embodiment of the present application discloses a coupler air duct protection device, the coupler air duct protection device includes but is not limited to a coupler 7 applied to a railway vehicle, the coupler 7 is provided with two air duct openings 8, including a main air duct opening and a life air duct opening; in this embodiment, the coupler air duct protection device is customized according to the specific structure of the coupler 7 to match the size and shape of the coupler 7, ensuring that the device can accurately connect with the two air duct openings 8 of the coupler 7, and provide accurate and reliable protection; The coupler air duct protection device includes an air duct plug assembly 11 and a fixing assembly 12. The fixing assembly 12 is used to connect with the coupler 7 to fix the air duct plug assembly 11 on the coupler 7. The air duct plug assembly 11 is arranged corresponding to the main air duct opening and the life air duct opening of the coupler 7. The air duct plug assembly 11 is used to block the two air duct openings 8 (the main air duct opening and the life air duct opening) of the coupler 7. During installation, the air duct plug assembly 11 is respectively sealed on the two air duct openings 8 of the main air duct opening and the living air duct opening of the coupler 7, and then the fixing assembly 12 is connected and fixed to the coupler 7 to fix the air duct plug assembly 11 on the coupler 7; compared with the traditional paper tape wrapping method, the air duct plug assembly 11 can firmly seal the air duct opening 8 of the coupler 7, and effectively prevent the air duct opening 8 from water ingress, dust accumulation or interference from external debris, thereby improving the protective effect of the air duct of the coupler 7; on the other hand, the protective device is made of sturdy and durable materials, can maintain the protective effect for a long time, is not easy to fall off or be damaged, and reduces the need for frequent inspection and reinstallation, thereby reducing material waste and reducing production and maintenance costs.

[0033] The air duct plug assembly 11 includes a first protective plug 1, a second protective plug 4 and a connecting rod 6. The connecting rod 6 is arranged along the height direction of the coupler 7. The first protective plug 1 and the second protective plug 4 are respectively located on the upper and lower sides of the connecting rod 6 and connected to the connecting rod 6. The first protective plug 1 and the second protective plug 4 are respectively blocked on the two air duct openings 8 of the main air duct opening and the living air duct opening of the coupler 7. The first protective plug 1 and the second protective plug 4 are made of rubber material; rubber has excellent elasticity and deformation ability, and can fit closely to the shape of the air duct opening 8, thereby achieving excellent sealing effect and preventing the penetration of air, moisture and debris; and because the protective plug is made of soft rubber material, any mechanical damage to the air duct opening 8 or the air duct body can be avoided during use; in addition, rubber material usually has strong weather resistance and can maintain good performance in different environments such as high temperature, low temperature and humidity, which makes the protective plug suitable for use in various weather and environmental conditions, and can be used in the coupler 7 of outdoor railway vehicles.

[0034] The fixing assembly 12 includes a fixing card 5 and a movable card 2. The fixing card 5 is fixed on the second protective plug 4. The fixing card 5 is used to be clamped on the lower side of the coupler 7. In the present embodiment, the fixing card 5 is a concave structure. The fixing card 5 is clamped and fixed to the lower side of the coupler 7 through its groove 51. The concave structure of the fixing card 5 is designed so that its groove 51 is tightly combined with the coupler 7, thereby increasing the contact area of ​​the clamping part of the fixing card 5, thereby improving the stability of the clamping. Compared with a simple plug-in connection, the design of its groove 51 can effectively resist external vibration, impact force or tension, and prevent the connection from loosening.

[0035] The movable card 2 is fixed to the second protective plug 4 by a telescopic piece 13. The movable card 2 is movably arranged. In the present embodiment, the movable card 2 moves along the height direction of the coupler 7. The movable card 2 is used to be clamped on the upper side of the coupler 7. This technical solution simplifies the installation process. By first fixing the fixed card 5 on the lower side and then adjusting the position of the upper movable card 2 by the telescopic piece 13, the whole process does not require complicated tools or additional operations, and the installer can quickly complete the installation. The fixed card 5 and the movable card 2 are used in combination to make the first protective plug 1 and the second protective plug 4 more firmly sealed at the air duct opening 8 of the coupler 7, thereby preventing the protective plug from loosening or falling off due to vibration or external force, thereby improving the safety and reliability of the system.

[0036] The telescopic member 13 includes a fixed rod 9 and a spring 3. One end of the fixed rod 9 is connected to the second protective plug 4, and the other end is connected to the spring 3. The end of the spring 3 away from the fixed rod 9 is connected to the movable card 2. The spring 3 is used to control the position of the movable card 2 and to tighten the movable card 2. During the actual installation process, the tightening effect of the spring 3 ensures the stable position of the movable card 2 to prevent it from loosening or falling off during use. Through the torque of the spring 3, the movable card 2 always remains in a tightened state, thereby providing an effective sealing function.

[0037] A guide limit portion 10 is provided on the first protective plug 1, and the movable card 2 is inserted into the guide limit portion 10 and slides in the guide limit portion 10; the design of the guide limit portion 10 can prevent the movable card 2 from tilting or irregularly displacing during the movement, thereby avoiding failure or loosening of the card due to uneven sliding, providing a more reliable locking function, and ensuring the sealing performance of the first protective plug 1 and the second protective plug 4.

[0038] The movable card 2 includes a connecting portion 21 and a clamping plate portion 22. One end of the connecting portion 21 is connected to the spring 3, and the other end passes through the guide limiting portion 10 to be connected to the clamping plate portion 22. The clamping plate portion 22 is provided with a clamping groove 23, and is clamped and fixed with the coupler 7 through the clamping groove 23; the connecting portion is located at one end of the movable card 2, and is connected to the spring 3 through the end, and it plays a role in transmitting the force of the spring 3 to the movable card 2, ensuring that the movable card 2 can slide along the guide limiting portion 10 when needed; the clamping plate portion 22 is clamped and fixed with the coupler 7 through the clamping groove 23, ensuring that the coupler 7 can be firmly combined with the movable card 2 to form a stable clamping structure, and a firm connection is formed between the movable card 2 and the coupler 7, thereby ensuring the stability of the coupler 7.

[0039] The connecting portion 21 and the clamping plate portion 22 form a T-shaped structure; through the T-shaped structure design, the force of the connecting portion 21 and the clamping plate portion 22 is distributed at right angles, which can increase the stability of the overall structure and avoid distortion or displacement between the clamping plate portion 22 and the connecting portion 21; the T-shaped structure provides good rigidity and stability, especially when bearing lateral and vertical loads, the lateral distribution of the clamping plate portion 22 helps to disperse the force during clamping and avoid damage to the clamp due to excessive local stress.

[0040] In this embodiment, the fixed card 5, the movable card 2, the connecting rod 6, the fixed rod 9, and the spring 3 are made of stainless steel; since stainless steel has excellent corrosion resistance, wear resistance and strength, the entire device can be used for a long time in harsh environments, reducing the need for frequent replacement and maintenance; the use of stainless steel components and the strength and toughness of each component ensure the stability of the entire device in dynamic environments such as the coupler 7, and will not be damaged or lose function due to factors such as vibration and impact.

[0041] The use steps of the coupler air duct protection device of the present application are as follows: first, the groove 51 of the fixing card 5 is inserted into the lower side of the coupler 7 to complete the installation of the fixing card 5; Adjust the positions of the first protective plug 1 and the second protective plug 4 so that they correspond to the positions of the two air duct openings 8 of the main air duct opening and the living air duct opening of the coupler 7, and insert the first protective plug 1 and the second protective plug 4 into the two air duct openings 8 of the main air duct opening and the living air duct opening of the coupler 7 respectively to achieve the blocking of the air duct opening 8 of the coupler 7; The movable card 2 is then adjusted by the telescopic member 13 so that the movable card 2 is stuck on the upper side of the coupler 7. Specifically, the card plate portion 22 of the movable card 2 is pulled upward, and the connecting portion 21 of the movable card 2 moves in the guide limiting portion 10 of the first protective plug 1. At this time, the guide limiting portion 10 can limit the movement trajectory of the entire movable card 2, and the card slot 23 of the card plate portion 22 of the movable card 2 is stuck into the upper side of the coupler 7. At this time, the tension of the spring 3 can ensure that the movable card 2 moves toward the upper side of the coupler 7, and ensure that the movable card 2 is tightly engaged with the upper side of the coupler 7, completing the installation and fixation of the entire device. In this process, the tensioning effect of the spring 3 ensures the stable position of the movable card 2 to prevent it from loosening or falling off during use. Through the torque of the spring 3, the movable card 2 always remains in a fastened state, thereby providing an effective sealing function.

[0042] The beneficial effects of the coupler air duct protection device of the present application are as follows: the device of the present application can be customized according to the specific structure of the coupler 7, can accurately match the size and shape of the coupler 7, ensure that the device can accurately connect the two air duct openings 8 of the coupler 7, and provide accurate protection; the device pursues simplicity, customization, and strong practicality in structural design, avoids complex parts and unnecessary functions, ensures the reliability and stability of the device in structure, and through simplified design, not only reduces the manufacturing cost, but also reduces the possibility of failure, and enables it to effectively protect the two air duct openings 8 of the coupler 7; The design focuses on ease of use. The device can be quickly installed and disassembled to meet the needs of rapid replacement and maintenance. Through simple installation steps, workers can complete installation or disassembly work in a short time, avoiding cumbersome operation procedures. The simplified installation and disassembly process not only saves labor time, but also reduces dependence on specialized technicians, improves operational efficiency and convenience of personnel use, and can save human resources at the same time; The design also takes into account the convenience of storage and retrieval. Sufficient space and convenience are left in the design to facilitate the storage of the device when not in use. This ensures that the device can not only provide effective protection when in use, but also be easily stored when not in use, ensuring the long-term effectiveness of the device and ease of management.

[0043] The above are all preferred embodiments of the present application, and the protection scope of the present application is not limited thereto. Therefore, any equivalent changes made according to the structure, shape, and principle of the present application should be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A coupler air duct protection device, characterized in that: It comprises an air duct plug assembly (11) and a fixing assembly (12), wherein the fixing assembly (12) is used to be connected to a coupler (7) so as to fix the air duct plug assembly (11) on the coupler (7), and the air duct plug assembly (11) is used to seal the air duct opening (8) on the coupler (7).

2. The coupler air duct protection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The air duct plug assembly (11) comprises a first protective plug (1), a second protective plug (4) and a connecting rod (6); the connecting rod (6) is arranged along the height direction of the vehicle coupler (7); the first protective plug (1) and the second protective plug (4) are respectively located on both sides of the connecting rod (6) and connected to the connecting rod (6); the first protective plug (1) and the second protective plug (4) respectively block the air duct opening (8).

3. The coupler air duct protection device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The fixing assembly (12) comprises a fixing card (5) and a movable card (2); the fixing card (5) is fixed to the second protective plug (4); the fixing card (5) is used to be clamped on one side of the coupler (7); the movable card (2) is fixed to the second protective plug (4) via a telescopic member (13); the movable card (2) is movably arranged; and the movable card (2) is used to be clamped on the other side of the coupler (7).

4. The coupler air duct protection device according to claim 3 is characterized in that: The telescopic member (13) comprises a fixed rod (9) and a spring (3); one end of the fixed rod (9) is connected to the second protective plug (4), and the other end is connected to the spring (3); one end of the spring (3) away from the fixed rod (9) is connected to the movable card (2); the spring (3) is used to control the position of the movable card (2) and to tighten the movable card (2).

5. The coupler air duct protection device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first protective plug (1) is provided with a guide limit portion (10), and the movable card (2) is inserted into the guide limit portion (10) and slides inside the guide limit portion (10).

6. The coupler air duct protection device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The movable clamp (2) comprises a connecting portion (21) and a clamping plate portion (22); one end of the connecting portion (21) is connected to the spring (3), and the other end passes through the guide limiting portion (10) and is connected to the clamping plate portion (22); the clamping plate portion (22) is provided with a clamping groove (23) and is clamped and fixed to the coupler (7) via the clamping groove (23).

7. The coupler air duct protection device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The connecting portion (21) and the clamping plate portion (22) form a T-shaped structure.

8. The coupler air duct protection device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The fixed card (5), the movable card (2), the connecting rod (6), the fixed rod (9), and the spring (3) are made of stainless steel.

9. The coupler air duct protection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The fixing card (5) is a concave-shaped structure, and the fixing card (5) is fixedly connected to the coupler (7) via its groove (51).

10. The coupler air duct protection device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first protective plug (1) and the second protective plug (4) are made of rubber.

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