Auxiliary device of laser cutting head

By designing the auxiliary devices of the semicircular covers A and B, a waterless space is formed, which solves the problem of laser energy loss during underwater cutting, achieves efficient and accurate underwater cutting effect, and protects the laser cutting head.

CN120395214AActive Publication Date: 2025-08-01WUHAN DAYIN TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202510787445.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-06-13
Publication Date
2025-08-01
Estimated Expiration
2045-06-13

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Technical Problem

When existing laser cutting heads are cut underwater, the laser energy loss is caused by refraction and scattering of the propagation of the laser due to the turbidity in water and the water, resulting in a loss of laser energy and reducing the cutting efficiency.

Method used

An auxiliary device including semicircular cover A and semicircular cover B is designed to form a waterless space through a sealing cover, installation mechanism and connection mechanism to ensure that the laser cutting head is not affected by water when cutting underwater, and to manage water and gas through a water pump and air pump to protect the laser cutting head.

Benefits of technology

When cutting underwater, the refraction and reflection of water on the laser beam is avoided, ensuring cutting accuracy and effect, while protecting the equipment, improving work efficiency and safety.

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Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of laser cutting, in particular to an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head, which comprises a semicircular cover A. A semicircular cover B is movably inserted into one side of the semicircular cover A. Sealing covers are mounted at two ends of the semicircular cover A and the semicircular cover B. Two mounting mechanisms are symmetrically arranged in the semicircular cover A and the semicircular cover B in a sliding fit manner. A connecting mechanism is rotatably connected to the semicircular cover B, a protective cover is arranged in the semicircular cover A in a sliding fit mode, a laser cutting head is arranged in the protective cover, and a water draining and air guiding seat is fixedly connected to one side of the semicircular cover A. When an underwater pipeline needs to be cut, the semicircular cover A, the semicircular cover B and a sealing cover are used for cutting the underwater pipeline; and a water-free space can be formed on the periphery of the underwater pipeline in cooperation with the water pump, at the moment, when the laser cutting head conducts cutting, the situation that the quality of laser beams is affected by refraction and reflection of water can be avoided, and the cutting accuracy and the cutting effect are ensured.
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Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of laser cutting, and in particular to an auxiliary device of a laser cutting head. Background Art

[0002] The laser cutting head is an important component of the laser cutting machine. It is mainly used to focus the high-energy laser beam on the surface of the material, thereby achieving precise cutting of various materials.

[0003] A laser cutting head usually consists of the following main components: Laser source: a device that generates a laser beam. Common laser sources include CO2 lasers and fiber lasers. Focusing lens: a lens that focuses the laser beam onto the surface of the cutting material, usually made of high-quality optical glass. Jet system: During the cutting process, gas (such as oxygen, nitrogen or air) is usually injected to help remove the slag produced by the cutting and provide a good cutting effect. Positioning system: used to adjust the position of the laser head to ensure the accuracy of the cutting path. Cooling system: prevents the laser cutting head from overheating and ensures the stable operation of the equipment.

[0004] Laser cutting heads are an indispensable tool in modern manufacturing technology. Their efficient and precise cutting capabilities have led to their widespread use across multiple industries. As technology continues to advance, laser cutting heads will continue to evolve, pushing the manufacturing industry to new heights.

[0005] When processing new energy vehicle parts, when underwater cutting is required for aluminum alloy battery shell processing, the water film can reduce the reflectivity to below 20% and quickly remove the cutting heat. When existing laser cutting heads are used for cutting underwater, there is no water-free space. The water and turbidity in the water will refract and scatter the propagation of the laser, resulting in laser energy loss and thus reduced cutting efficiency.

[0006] In summary, the prior art lacks a technology for waterless assisted cutting with a laser cutting head. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The purpose of the present invention is to solve the shortcomings of the background technology and to propose an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head.

[0008] In order to achieve the above purpose, the technical solution adopted by the present invention is: an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head, comprising a semicircular cover A, a semicircular cover B is movably inserted into one side of the semicircular cover A, sealing covers are installed at both ends of the semicircular cover A and the semicircular cover B, two mounting mechanisms are symmetrically structured and slidingly fitted in the semicircular cover A and the semicircular cover B, a connecting mechanism is rotatably provided on the semicircular cover B, a protective cover is slidingly provided in the semicircular cover A, a laser cutting head is provided in the protective cover, and a drainage and air guide seat is fixedly provided on one side of the semicircular cover A.

[0009] Preferably, a plurality of jacks are provided on the sealing cover, and a sealing strip is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sealing cover.

[0010] Preferably, the installation mechanism includes an arc-shaped frame which is slidably engaged with the inner wall of the semi-circular cover A. A threaded rod is penetratingly connected to the arc-shaped frame and is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the semi-circular cover A. One end of the threaded rod is fixedly connected with a universal joint, and the other end of the universal joint extends to the outside and is fixedly connected with a knob.

[0011] Preferably, a plurality of insertion rods are fixedly connected to the arc-shaped frame. The insertion rods are slidably engaged with the inner wall of the semi-circular cover A and are inserted into the jacks. A limiting rod is slidably engaged in the insertion rod. The top end of the limiting rod is in movable contact with the outer wall of the sealing cover. One end of the limiting rod is fixedly connected with a spring, and the other end of the spring is fixedly connected with the inner wall of the insertion rod. The bottom end of the limiting rod is fixedly connected with a tapered head which is in sliding contact with the inner wall of the semi-circular cover A.

[0012] Preferably, connection grooves are provided on both sides of the semi-circular cover A. Limiting grooves are provided in both the semi-circular cover A and the semi-circular cover B. Arc-shaped racks are fixedly connected in both the semi-circular cover A and the semi-circular cover B. Connecting rods are fixedly connected to both ends of the semi-circular cover A, and the connecting rods are slidably engaged with the semi-circular cover B.

[0013] Preferably, the connection mechanism includes a universal joint group which is rotatably connected to the semi-circular cover B. Worms are fixedly connected to both ends of the universal joint group. A worm gear is meshed and driven on one side of each worm, and the worm gear is rotatably connected to the semi-circular cover B. A connecting rod is fixedly connected to the worm gear, and the other end of the connecting rod is slidably engaged with the inner wall of the connection groove.

[0014] Preferably, a slider is fixedly connected to one end of the protective cover. The slider is slidably engaged with the inner wall of the limiting groove. A motor A is fixedly connected to the inner bottom wall of the protective cover. The output end of the motor A is fixedly connected with a gear which is meshed and driven with the arc-shaped rack.

[0015] Preferably, a rotating plate is fixedly connected to the laser cutting head. One end of the rotating plate is rotatably connected to the protective cover. A motor B is fixedly connected to one end of the rotating plate and is fixedly connected to the protective cover. A plurality of cameras are fixedly installed on the rotating plate.

[0016] Preferably, a water pump is fixedly installed inside the drainage and air guide seat. The input end of the water pump extends into the semi-circular cover A and is fixedly connected to a drain pipe. The output end of the water pump extends outside the drainage and air guide seat. Two air pumps are fixedly installed inside the drainage and air guide seat. The input end of the air pump communicates with the inside of the semi-circular cover A, and the output end of the air pump extends outside the drainage and air guide seat.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. When it is necessary to cut an underwater pipeline, by using the semi-circular cover A, the semi-circular cover B and the sealing cover, and cooperating with the water pump, a water-free space can be formed around the underwater pipeline. At this time, when the laser cutting head performs cutting, it can avoid the influence of the refraction and reflection of water on the quality of the laser beam, ensuring the cutting accuracy and cutting effect;

[0019] 2. When it is necessary to cut an underwater pipeline, by setting the installation mechanism, different sealing covers can be fixedly installed with the semi-circular cover A and the semi-circular cover B according to the shape and size of the pipeline, which can quickly adapt to pipelines of different shapes and sizes, increasing the versatility of the system. At the same time, by setting the connection mechanism, the semi-circular cover A and the semi-circular cover B can be quickly fixed on the underwater pipeline, which can shorten the installation time and improve work efficiency;

[0020] 3. By setting the protective cover and the rotating plate, the laser cutting head can be protected before use, avoiding contact with water and preventing equipment damage, ensuring the safety and reliability of the equipment. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] Figure 1 is the overall structural schematic diagram of an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 is the partial cross-sectional schematic diagram of the overall structure of an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 is the structural schematic diagram of the sealing cover of an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 is the structural schematic diagram of the installation mechanism of an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 5 is the cross-sectional schematic diagram of the insertion rod structure of an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 6 is the structural schematic diagram of the semi-circular cover A of an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 7Schematic structural diagram of the connection mechanism of an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 8 Partial sectional view expansion schematic diagram of the protective cover and the laser cutting head structure of an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 9 Schematic sectional view of the drainage and air guide seat structure of an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head of the present invention.

[0030] 1. Semi-circular cover A; 2. Semi-circular cover B; 3. Sealing cover; 4. Mounting mechanism; 5. Connection mechanism; 6. Protective cover; 7. Laser cutting head; 8. Drainage and air guide seat; 301. Jack; 302. Sealing strip; 401. Arc-shaped frame; 402. Threaded rod; 403. Universal joint; 404. Knob; 405. Plug rod; 406. Limit rod; 407. Spring; 408. Tapered head; 101. Connection groove; 102. Limit groove; 103. Arc-shaped rack; 104. Splicing rod; 501. Universal joint group; 502. Worm; 503. Worm gear; 504. Connecting rod; 601. Slide block; 602. Motor A; 603. Gear; 701. Rotating plate; 702. Motor B; 703. Camera; 801. Water pump; 802. Drain pipe; 803. Air pump. Detailed implementation manners

[0031] The following description is used to disclose the present invention so that those skilled in the art can implement the present invention. The preferred embodiments in the following description are only examples, and those skilled in the art can think of other obvious variations.

[0032] As Figures 1-9 shown, an auxiliary device for a laser cutting head includes a semi-circular cover A1. A semi-circular cover B2 is movably inserted on one side of the semi-circular cover A1. Sealing covers 3 are installed at both ends of the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2. Two mounting mechanisms 4 are symmetrically and slidably arranged in the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2. A connection mechanism 5 is rotatably connected to the semi-circular cover B2. A protective cover 6 is slidably arranged in the semi-circular cover A1. A laser cutting head 7 is arranged in the protective cover 6. A drainage and air guide seat 8 is fixedly connected to one side of the semi-circular cover A1. A sealing gasket is connected to the side surface of one end of the semi-circular cover A1, the semi-circular cover B2 and the sealing cover 3.

[0033] As Figure 3 shown, a plurality of jacks 301 are opened on the sealing cover 3, and a sealing strip 302 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sealing cover 3.

[0034] As Figure 4 、 Figure 5As shown, the installation mechanism 4 includes an arc-shaped frame 401. The arc-shaped frame 401 is slidably fitted with the inner wall of the semi-circular cover A1. A threaded rod 402 is penetratingly and threadedly connected to the arc-shaped frame 401. The threaded rod 402 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the semi-circular cover A1. One end of the threaded rod 402 is fixedly connected with a universal joint 403. The other end of the universal joint 403 extends to the outside and is fixedly connected with a knob 404. Rotating the universal joint 403 connected to the knob 404 causes the universal joint 403 to drive the connected threaded rod 402 to rotate, causing the threaded rod 402 to drive the arc-shaped frame 401 to move downward.

[0035] A plurality of insertion rods 405 are fixedly connected to the arc-shaped frame 401. The insertion rods 405 are slidably fitted with the inner wall of the semi-circular cover A1. The insertion rods 405 are inserted into the insertion holes 301. A limiting rod 406 is slidably fitted inside the insertion rod 405. The top end of the limiting rod 406 is in movable contact with the outer wall of the sealing cover 3. One end of the limiting rod 406 is fixedly connected with a spring 407. The other end of the spring 407 is fixedly connected with the inner wall of the insertion rod 405. The bottom end of the limiting rod 406 is fixedly connected with a conical head 408. The conical head 408 is in sliding contact with the inner wall of the semi-circular cover A1. When the conical head 408 is not in contact with the inner wall of the semi-circular cover A1, under the action of the spring 407, the limiting rod 406 will be driven out. Then when the insertion rod 405 moves downward, the sealing cover 3 will be driven by the limiting rod 406 to press on both ends of the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2 for connection.

[0036] As Figure 6 shown, connection grooves 101 are formed on both sides of the semi-circular cover A1. Limiting grooves 102 are formed inside both the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2. Arc-shaped racks 103 are fixedly connected inside both the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2. Connecting rods 104 are fixedly connected to both ends of the semi-circular cover A1. The connecting rods 104 are slidably fitted with the semi-circular cover B2. Align the connecting rods 104 on the semi-circular cover A1 with the semi-circular cover B2 and put the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2 together.

[0037] As Figure 7 shown, the connection mechanism 5 includes a universal joint group 501. The universal joint group 501 is rotatably connected to the semi-circular cover B2. Worm gears 502 are fixedly connected to both ends of the universal joint group 501. A worm wheel 503 is meshed and driven on one side of each worm gear 502. The worm wheel 503 is rotatably connected to the semi-circular cover B2. A connecting rod 504 is fixedly connected to the worm wheel 503. The other end of the connecting rod 504 is slidably fitted with the inner wall of the connection groove 101. Rotating the universal joint group 501 causes the universal joint group 501 to drive the two worm gears 502 to rotate, causing the worm gears 502 to drive the connecting rods 504 connected to the worm wheels 503 to rotate, causing the other ends of the connecting rods 504 to rotate into the connection grooves 101, realizing the connection of the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2 and fixing the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2 on the pipeline.

[0038] As Figure 8 shown, one end of the protective cover 6 is fixedly connected with a slider 601. The slider 601 is slidably matched with the inner wall of the limiting groove 102. The inner wall of the bottom end of the protective cover 6 is fixedly connected with a motor A 602. The output end of the motor A 602 is fixedly connected with a gear 603. The gear 603 is meshed and driven with the arc-shaped rack 103. The connected gear 603 is driven by the motor A 602 to rotate, so that the gear 603 meshes with the arc-shaped rack 103, thereby driving the slider 601 to slide in the limiting groove 102, and making the protective cover 6 rotate around the pipeline.

[0039] As Figure 8 shown, a rotating plate 701 is fixedly connected to the laser cutting head 7. One end of the rotating plate 701 is rotatably connected to the protective cover 6. One end of the rotating plate 701 is fixedly connected with a motor B 702. The motor B 702 is fixedly connected with the protective cover 6. A plurality of cameras 703 are fixedly installed on the rotating plate 701. The connected rotating plate 701 is driven by the motor B 702 to rotate, so that the laser cutting head 7 moves out. At this time, the internal situation is observed through the cameras 703.

[0040] As Figure 9 shown, a water pump 801 is fixedly installed in the drainage and air guide seat 8. The input end of the water pump 801 extends into the semi-circular cover A1 and is fixedly connected with a drain pipe 802. The output end of the water pump 801 extends outside the drainage and air guide seat 8. Two air pumps 803 are fixedly installed in the drainage and air guide seat 8. The input ends of the air pumps 803 are communicated with the inside of the semi-circular cover A1. The output ends of the air pumps 803 extend outside the drainage and air guide seat 8. During cutting, a protective gas is injected into the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2 through one air pump 803, and the fume gas generated by cutting is discharged through the other air pump 803.

[0041] Working principle: When cutting an underwater pipeline, first select a suitable sealing cover 3 according to the size and shape of the pipeline. Align the sealing cover 3 with both ends of the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2, so that the insertion holes 301 on the sealing cover 3 are inserted on the insertion rods 405. Then rotate the universal joint 403 connected to the knob 404, so that the universal joint 403 drives the connected threaded rod 402 to rotate, so that the threaded rod 402 drives the arc-shaped frame 401 to move downward. At this time, when the tapered head 408 does not contact the inner wall of the semi-circular cover A1, under the action of the spring 407, the limiting rod 406 is driven to move out. Then when the insertion rod 405 moves downward, the sealing cover 3 is driven by the limiting rod 406 to press on both ends of the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2 for connection;

[0042] Then align the splicing rod 104 on the semi-circular cover A1 with the semi-circular cover B2, put the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2 together, and then rotate the universal joint group 501 so that the universal joint group 501 drives the two worm gears 502 to rotate, and the worm gears 502 drive the connecting rod 504 connected to the worm wheel 503 to rotate, so that the other end of the connecting rod 504 rotates into the connecting groove 101, realizing the connection of the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2, and fixing the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2 on the pipeline;

[0043] Then use the water pump 801 to drain the water in the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2 through the drain pipe 802, and then use the motor B702 to drive the connected rotating plate 701 to rotate, so that the laser cutting head 7 moves out. At this time, observe the internal situation through the camera 703. Through remote control, use the motor A602 to drive the connected gear 603 to rotate, so that the gear 603 meshes with the arc-shaped rack 103, thereby driving the slider 601 to slide in the limiting groove 102, making the protective cover 6 rotate around the pipeline, and then the laser cutting head 7 cuts the pipeline. During cutting, inject protective gas into the semi-circular cover A1 and the semi-circular cover B2 through an air pump 803, and discharge the fume gas generated by cutting through another air pump 803.

[0044] The above shows and describes the basic principles, main features and advantages of the present invention. Those skilled in the art should understand that the present invention is not limited by the above embodiments. What is described in the above embodiments and the specification is only the principle of the present invention. Without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention, the present invention will have various changes and improvements, and these changes and improvements all fall within the scope of the present invention claimed. The scope of protection required by the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An auxiliary device for a laser cutting head, comprising a semi-circular cover A (1), characterized in that: A semicircular cover B (2) is movably connected to one side of the semicircular cover A (1), and sealing covers (3) are installed at both ends of the semicircular cover A (1) and the semicircular cover B (2). Two mounting mechanisms (4) are slidably fitted in the semicircular cover A (1) and the semicircular cover B (2) in a symmetrical structure. A connecting mechanism (5) is rotatably connected to the semicircular cover B (2). A protective cover (6) is slidably fitted in the semicircular cover A (1), and a laser cutting head (7) is provided in the protective cover (6). A drainage air guide seat (8) is fixedly provided on one side of the semicircular cover A (1).

2. The auxiliary device of a laser cutting head according to claim 1, wherein: The sealing cover (3) is provided with a plurality of insertion holes (301), and a sealing strip (302) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sealing cover (3).

3. The auxiliary device for a laser cutting head according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mounting mechanism (4) comprises an arc frame (401), the arc frame (401) is slidably matched with the inner wall of the semicircular cover A (1), a threaded rod (402) is threadedly connected through the arc frame (401), the threaded rod (402) is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the semicircular cover A (1), one end of the threaded rod (402) is connected and fixedly provided with a universal joint (403), and the other end of the universal joint (403) extends to the outside and is connected and fixedly provided with a knob (404).

4. The auxiliary device of a laser cutting head according to claim 3, characterized in that: A plurality of plug rods (405) are fixedly connected to the arc frame (401), the plug rods (405) are slidably matched with the inner wall of the semicircular cover A (1), the plug rods (405) are plugged into the socket (301), a limiting rod (406) is slidably matched inside the plug rod (405), the top end of the limiting rod (406) is movably contacted with the outer wall of the sealing cover (3), one end of the limiting rod (406) is fixedly connected to a spring (407), the other end of the spring (407) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the plug rod (405), the bottom end of the limiting rod (406) is fixedly connected to a conical head (408), the conical head (408) is slidably contacted with the inner wall of the semicircular cover A (1).

5. The auxiliary device of a laser cutting head according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both sides of the semicircular cover A (1) are provided with connecting grooves (101), and both the semicircular cover A (1) and the semicircular cover B (2) are provided with limiting grooves (102). Both the semicircular cover A (1) and the semicircular cover B (2) are connected and fixed with arc-shaped racks (103), and both ends of the semicircular cover A (1) are connected and fixed with splicing rods (104), and the splicing rods (104) are slidably matched with the semicircular cover B (2).

6. The auxiliary device of a laser cutting head according to claim 1, wherein: The connecting mechanism (5) comprises a universal joint group (501), the universal joint group (501) is rotatably connected to the semicircular cover B (2), a worm (502) is fixedly connected to both ends of the universal joint group (501), a worm gear (503) is meshingly driven on one side of the worm gear (502), the worm gear (503) is rotatably connected to the semicircular cover B (2), a connecting rod (504) is fixedly connected to the worm gear (503), and the other end of the connecting rod (504) is slidably matched with the inner wall of the connecting groove (101).

7. The auxiliary device of a laser cutting head according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the protective cover (6) is fixedly connected with a slider (601), the slider (601) is slidably arranged on the inner wall of the limit groove (102), the inner wall of the bottom end of the protective cover (6) is fixedly connected with a motor A (602), the output end of the motor A (602) is fixedly connected with a gear (603), and the gear (603) is meshed and driven with the arc-shaped rack (103).

8. An auxiliary device for a laser cutting head according to claim 1, characterized in that: A rotating plate (701) is fixedly connected to the laser cutting head (7), one end of the rotating plate (701) is rotatably connected to the protective cover (6), one end of the rotating plate (701) is fixedly connected with a motor B (702), the motor B (702) is fixedly connected to the protective cover (6), and a plurality of cameras (703) are fixedly installed on the rotating plate (701).

9. The auxiliary device of a laser cutting head according to claim 1, characterized in that: A water pump (801) is fixedly installed in the drainage and air guide seat (8), the input end of the water pump (801) extends into the semi-circular cover A (1) and is fixedly connected with a drainage pipe (802), the output end of the water pump (801) extends outside the drainage and air guide seat (8), two air pumps (803) are fixedly installed in the drainage and air guide seat (8), the input ends of the air pumps (803) are communicated with the inside of the semi-circular cover A (1), and the output ends of the air pumps (803) extend outside the drainage and air guide seat (8).

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