Segmented magnetic levitation turnout

Abstract

The invention discloses a segmental magnetic levitation turnout which comprises a plurality of first-segment turnout beam segments and second-segment turnout beam segments which are connected in sequence, a first driving mechanism for driving the first-segment turnout beam segments, a second driving mechanism for driving the second-segment turnout beam segments, a third driving mechanism for driving the second-segment turnout beam segments and a fourth driving mechanism for driving the third-segment turnout beam segments, the first driving mechanism drives the first turnout beam section, the second driving mechanism drives the second turnout beam section and comprises a second driving motor, a transmission rod, a transmission wheel and a movable sliding rail, and the electrical control system drives the first turnout beam section and the second turnout beam section of each linear section to switch through the first driving mechanism and the second driving mechanism to form a curved track. According to the segmental magnetic levitation turnout, the segmental turnout beam sections are arranged, the segmental turnout beam sections are detachably connected with one another, and the segmental magnetic levitation turnout is suitable for the scene that a magnetic levitation train passes through at a low speed; when the segmental magnetic levitation turnout switches, switching is achieved through mutual movement between the segmental turnout beam segments, stress cannot be generated on the turnout beam in the switching process, and the service life of the turnout beam is prolonged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of magnetic levitation transportation, and in particular to a segmental magnetic levitation turnout. Background Art

[0002] Currently, conventional high-speed maglev systems primarily utilize integrally elastic lateral bending turnouts, including continuous steel beams. During switching, the elastic deformation of the beam itself is utilized to achieve line switching. This method utilizes the beam itself to bend to form the desired siding line shape. However, this operating method presents the following technical issues: First, excessive structural stress: During the elastic bending of the beam, significant stress is generated within the beam. For example, in one existing design, with a turnout length of approximately 78.432 meters and a siding curve radius of 658 meters, the theoretical stress generated within the beam due to bending reaches approximately 150 MPa. This high stress condition can easily lead to structural fatigue damage in long-term service. Second, the turning radius is excessively large. To maintain technically feasible and economically reasonable control over deformation stress, existing turnout designs must employ a relatively large turning radius. This results in a long turnout length, excessive installation space, and low space utilization efficiency.

[0003] The statements herein merely provide background information related to the present invention and do not necessarily constitute prior art. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The object of the present invention is to provide a segmented maglev turnout having the advantage of low stress on the turnout beam during switching.

[0005] To achieve the above object, the present invention provides a segmented maglev turnout, comprising:

[0006] A plurality of sequentially connected first-segment turnout beam segments and a plurality of sequentially connected second-segment turnout beam segments; the first-segment turnout beam segment comprises a first beam segment body, a first load-bearing end, and a first mounting end, the first load-bearing end being used to carry a maglev train, the first mounting end and the first load-bearing end being respectively located at two ends in a height direction of the first beam segment body;

[0007] The second section turnout beam segment includes a second beam segment body, a second load-bearing end and a second mounting end, the second load-bearing end is used to bear the maglev train, and the second mounting end and the second load-bearing end are respectively located at two ends in the height direction of the second beam segment body;

[0008] A first driving mechanism connected to the first segment turnout beam section, the first driving mechanism comprising: a first driving motor;

[0009] a transmission screw, the transmission screw being movably connected to an output end of the first drive motor;

[0010] an output screw sleeve connected to the transmission screw through a threaded pair, and the output screw sleeve is connected to the first mounting end of the first beam segment body;

[0011] A second driving mechanism connected to the second section turnout beam section, the second driving mechanism comprising:

[0012] a second drive motor;

[0013] a transmission rod and a transmission wheel, wherein two ends of the transmission rod are respectively connected to the output end of the second drive motor and the transmission wheel;

[0014] A movable slide rail is fixedly mounted on the second mounting end of the second beam segment body, wherein the spacing between the movable slide rails matches the outer diameter of the transmission wheel, and the transmission wheel is embedded in the movable slide rail;

[0015] an electrical control system electrically connected to the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism, wherein the electrical control system drives the first segment switch beam section and the second segment switch beam section of each straight segment to switch to form a curved track through the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism;

[0016] The mounting base is directly or indirectly connected to the first segment turnout beam section or the second segment turnout beam section, and is used to support the first segment turnout beam section or the second segment turnout beam section.

[0017] Optionally, the first segment turnout beam section includes a first connecting structure and a second connecting structure that can be connected to each other, the first connecting structure and the second connecting structure are respectively arranged at both ends of the length direction of the first beam section body, the first connecting structure includes a slide groove arranged along the length direction of the first beam section body, and the second connecting structure includes a connecting pin matching the slide groove.

[0018] Optionally, the second section turnout beam section includes a third connecting structure and a fourth connecting structure that can be connected to each other, the third connecting structure includes a first connecting ear, and the first connecting ear is provided with a first pin hole, the fourth connecting structure includes a second connecting ear and a connecting pin, and the second connecting ear is provided with a second pin hole; the first pin hole and the second pin hole are respectively matched with the connecting pin.

[0019] Optionally, the segmented turnout beam section as described in claim 1 is characterized in that the segmented magnetic levitation turnout also includes a first locking mechanism and a second locking mechanism for locking with an external fixing mechanism, and the first locking mechanism and the second locking mechanism are respectively arranged on both sides of the first mounting end and the second mounting end along the width direction of the first beam section body and the second beam section body.

[0020] Optionally, the first locking mechanism and the second locking mechanism have the same structure, respectively including an electro-permanent magnetic suction cup, a locking bracket and a travel switch, the electro-permanent magnetic disk and the travel switch are fixedly connected to the locking bracket, and the electro-permanent magnetic suction cup is used to lock with the first beam section body or the second beam section body through magnetic attraction.

[0021] Optionally, the segmented magnetic levitation turnout further includes a plurality of running mechanisms, which are respectively arranged at the first mounting end of the first beam segment body and the second mounting end of the second beam segment body.

[0022] Optionally, each of the running mechanisms is arranged corresponding to the first driving mechanism and the second driving mechanism.

[0023] Optionally, the segmented magnetic levitation turnout also includes multiple displacement limiting mechanisms, each of which includes a connecting rod, and the connecting rod includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end. The first connecting end is movably connected to the first mounting end of the first beam segment body or the second mounting end of the second beam segment body, and the second connecting end is used to be fixedly connected to the outside to limit the rotation of the first connecting end around the second connecting segment.

[0024] Optionally, each of the displacement limiting mechanisms is provided in one-to-one correspondence with the first segment turnout beam section or the second segment turnout beam section.

[0025] Optionally, the first load-bearing end and the second load-bearing section include a T-shaped cross-section beam or a U-shaped cross-section beam.

[0026] In summary, compared with the prior art, the segmented maglev turnout provided by the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0027] The segmented maglev turnout of the present application is provided with a plurality of segmented first-segment turnout beam sections and a second-segment turnout beam sections, and each first-segment turnout beam section and the second-segment turnout beam section are detachably connected to each other, which is suitable for scenarios where maglev trains pass by at low speeds; when the segmented maglev turnout switches, the switching is achieved by the mutual movement between each first-segment turnout beam section and the second-segment turnout beam section, and no stress is generated on the first-segment turnout beam section or the second-segment turnout beam section during the switching process, thereby improving the service life of the segmented maglev turnout. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of the turnout beam section in the first section of this application.

[0029] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the turnout beam section of the first section.

[0030] Figure 3This is a schematic diagram of the first connection structure of the end face of one side of the first section turnout beam segment.

[0031] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second connection structure of the other end face of the first section turnout beam segment.

[0032] Figure 5 This is a schematic structural diagram of the segmental maglev turnout of this application.

[0033] Figure 6 This is a top view of the segmental maglev turnout in a straight line state.

[0034] Figure 7 This is a top view of the segmental maglev turnout in a curved state.

[0035] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of the turnout beam section in the second section of this application.

[0036] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the third connection structure on one end face of the second section turnout beam segment.

[0037] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the fourth connection structure on the other side end face of the second section turnout beam segment.

[0038] Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional view of the turnout beam section of the second section.

[0039] Figure 12 This is a structural schematic diagram of the first locking mechanism, the second locking mechanism and the first section turnout beam section in this application.

[0040] Figure 13 It is a structural schematic diagram of the first driving mechanism and the first section turnout beam section.

[0041] Figure 14 It is a top view of the second drive mechanism and the second section turnout beam section.

[0042] Figure 15 It is a structural schematic diagram of the second driving mechanism and the second segment turnout beam section.

[0043] Figure 16 This is a schematic structural diagram of a segmental turnout beam section of a U-shaped cross-section beam of the present application.

[0044] Description of Reference Numerals

[0045] Segmental maglev turnout 1

[0046] The first section of the turnout beam segment 10

[0047] First beam segment body 110

[0048] First connecting structure 111

[0049] The second connecting structure 112

[0050] First load-bearing end 113

[0051] First mounting end 114

[0052] First connecting pin 115

[0053] Beam 118

[0054] First locking mechanism 120

[0055] Second locking mechanism 130

[0056] First drive motor 140

[0057] Drive screw 141

[0058] Output screw sleeve 142

[0059] Roller 150

[0060] Connecting rod 160

[0061] First connection end 161

[0062] Second connection end 162

[0063] The second section of the turnout beam section 20

[0064] Second beam segment body 210

[0065] The third connecting structure 220

[0066] First pin hole 221

[0067] Fourth connecting structure 230

[0068] Second pin hole 231

[0069] Second connecting pin 240

[0070] Second load-bearing end 250

[0071] Second mounting end 260

[0072] Second drive motor 270

[0073] Transmission rod 271

[0074] Transmission wheel 272

[0075] Mobile slide 273

[0076] Mounting substrate 30 DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0077] The segmented magnetic levitation turnout proposed in the present invention is further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. According to the following description, the advantages and features of the present invention will become clearer. It should be noted that the drawings are in a very simplified form and are not in precise proportions, and are only used to conveniently and clearly assist in explaining the purpose of the embodiments of the present invention. In order to make the purpose, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, please refer to the drawings. It should be noted that the structure, proportion, size, etc. illustrated in the drawings in this specification are only used to match the content disclosed in the specification for people familiar with this technology to understand and read, and are not used to limit the conditions for the implementation of the present invention, so they have no technical significance. Any modification of the structure, change in the proportional relationship or adjustment of the size should still fall within the scope of the technical content disclosed in the present invention without affecting the efficacy and purpose that can be achieved by the present invention.

[0078] like Figure 5 As shown, the present application provides a segmented maglev turnout 1, comprising a plurality of first segment turnout beam sections 10 connected in sequence and a plurality of second segment turnout beam sections 20 connected in sequence, wherein Figure 5 The four sections on the left are the first section turnout beam section 10, and the four sections on the right are the second section turnout beam section 20. Figure 1 As shown, the first section turnout beam section 10 includes a first beam section body 110, a first load-bearing end 113 and a first mounting end 114. The first load-bearing end 113 is used to carry a maglev train. The first mounting end 114 and the first load-bearing end 113 are respectively located at the two ends of the height direction of the first beam section body 110. The first load-bearing end 113 is defined as a side of the first section turnout beam section 10 used to carry a maglev train, which is the upper end of the first section turnout beam section 10 in this application. The first mounting end 114 is the lower end of the first section turnout beam section 10, which is used to install other equipment.

[0079] like Figure 8 As shown, the second-segment turnout beam segment 20 includes a second beam segment body 210, a second load-bearing end 250, and a second mounting end 260. The second load-bearing end 250 is used to support the maglev train, and the second mounting end 260 and the second load-bearing end 250 are respectively located at the two ends in the height direction of the second beam segment body 210. In this application, the second mounting end 260 is the upper end of the second-segment turnout beam segment 20, and the second mounting end 260 is the lower end of the second-segment turnout beam segment 20, which is used to mount other equipment.

[0080] like Figure 13As shown, the first driving mechanism connected to the first segment switch beam section 10 includes a first driving motor 140, a transmission screw 141 and an output screw sleeve 142. The transmission screw 141 is movably connected to the output end of the first driving motor 140, and the output screw sleeve 142 is connected to the transmission screw 141 through a threaded pair. The output screw sleeve 142 is connected to the mounting end 114 of the beam section body 110. When it is necessary to drive the segmented maglev switch 1 to switch, the transmission screw 141 is driven to rotate by the first driving motor 140. While rotating, the conventional screw drives the output screw sleeve 142 to move along the axial direction of the transmission screw 141, and at the same time drives the segment switch beam section 10 connected to the output screw sleeve 142 to move, thereby achieving switching.

[0081] like Figure 14 and Figure 15 As shown, the second driving mechanism connected to the second section turnout beam segment 20 includes a second driving motor 270 , a transmission rod 271 , a transmission wheel 272 and a movable slide rail 273 .

[0082] The two ends of the transmission rod 271 are respectively connected to the output end of the second drive motor 270 and the transmission wheel 272. The second drive motor 270 drives the transmission wheel 272 to rotate in a plane parallel to the surface of the mounting base plate 30 via the transmission rod 271. The movable rail 273 is fixedly mounted to the mounting end 114 of the beam body 110. The movable rail 273 comprises two parallel rails, the spacing between which matches the outer diameter of the transmission wheel 272. The transmission wheel 272 is embedded in the movable rail 273. When the segmental maglev turnout 1 needs to switch, upon receiving the switch command, the second drive motor 270 begins operation, driving the transmission wheel 272 to rotate in a plane parallel to the surface of the mounting base plate 30 via the transmission rod 271. Through the cooperative relationship between the transmission wheel 272 and the movable rail 273, the movable rail 273 is fixedly connected to the segmental turnout beam segment 10, converting the in-plane movement of the transmission wheel 272 into the in-plane movement of each segmental turnout beam segment 10, thereby achieving the switch.

[0083] In this embodiment, a second drive motor 270 is used to drive a drive wheel 272 for in-plane rotation. The second drive motor 270 is positioned midway between the switching displacements of the segmental turnout beam segment 10. The length of the drive rod 271 only needs to be half the displacement of the segmental turnout beam segment 10 during switching. For segmental turnout beam segments 10 requiring large switching displacements, the drive mechanism of this embodiment can shorten the length of the drive rod 271, reducing the overall size of the drive mechanism.

[0084] The electrical control system is electrically connected to the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism, and the electrical control system drives the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism. Figure 6 The first section turnout beam section 10 and the second section turnout beam section 20 of each straight section are switched to form a switch as shown in FIG. Figure 7 The curved track shown.

[0085] The mounting base 30 is directly or indirectly connected to the first section turnout beam segment 10 or the second section turnout beam segment 20 for supporting the first section turnout beam segment 10 or the second section turnout beam segment 20. The mounting base 30 can be the deck of an elevated bridge or the ground, which is not limited here.

[0086] like Figure 1 As shown, the first section turnout beam segment 10 includes a first beam segment body 110, a first connecting structure 111 and a second connecting structure 112. Figure 1 It shows a situation where two first-segment turnout beam segments 10 are connected to each other via a first connecting structure 111 and a second connecting structure 112 .

[0087] The first beam segment body 110 includes a first load-bearing end 113 and a first mounting end 114, wherein the first load-bearing end 113 is used to carry a maglev train (not shown in the figure). When the first section turnout beam segment 10 is mounted on the mounting base plate 30, as shown in FIG. Figure 2 As shown in the cross-sectional view, the first mounting end 114 and the first bearing end 113 are respectively arranged at both ends of the height direction of the first beam segment body 110, wherein the first bearing end 113 is installed upward for bearing the maglev train, as shown in FIG. Figure 12 As shown, the first mounting end 114 is mounted downward to connect to the bottom mounting substrate 30 .

[0088] The first connection structure 111 and the second connection structure 112 of each first-segment turnout beam segment 10 can be interconnected. The first connection structure 111 and the second connection structure 112 are respectively arranged at both ends of the length direction of the first beam segment body 110. The first-segment turnout beam segments 10 can be arranged sequentially along the length direction in the same direction. The second connection structure 112 of the preceding first-segment turnout beam segment 10 is connected to the first connection structure 111 of the subsequent first-segment turnout beam segment 10, thereby achieving interconnection between the segment turnout beam segments 10.

[0089] Figure 3 Schematic diagram of the structure of the first connecting structure 111 at one end of the first section turnout beam 10. In this embodiment, the first connecting structure 111 includes a chute provided along the length direction of the first beam body 110, and the axis of the chute extends along the axis direction of the first section turnout beam 10. Figure 4 This is a structural schematic diagram of the second connecting structure 112 at the other end of the first segment turnout beam section 10. The second connecting structure 112 is a first connecting pin 115 protruding from the first beam section body 110 along the axial direction of the segment turnout beam section 10, and the axis of the first connecting pin 115 is along the vertical direction. The first connecting pin 115 of the second connecting structure 112 matches the width of the slide groove of the first connecting structure 111.

[0090] When two adjacent first-segment turnout beam segments 10 are connected to each other, the first connecting pin 115 of the second connecting structure 112 on the first first-segment turnout beam segment 10 is inserted into the chute of the first connecting structure 111 on the second first-segment turnout beam segment 10. The first connecting pin 115 can rotate relative to the chute while also moving along the axial direction of the chute. This arrangement allows the two adjacent first-segment turnout beam segments 10 to have the freedom to rotate relative to each other around a vertical axis and the freedom to move along the axial direction. When multiple first-segment turnout beam segments 10 are connected to each other, they can move together to achieve turnout switching.

[0091] like Figure 8 The second segment turnout beam section 20 is connected by the third connecting structure 220 and the fourth connecting structure 230. Figure 9 As shown, the third connecting structure 220 includes a first connecting lug with a first pin hole 221 defined therein. The first pin hole 221 is spaced apart from one end surface of the second segment turnout beam section 20. To further ensure that the second connecting pin 240 can be securely mounted on the first connecting lug, the third connecting structure 220 includes two first connecting lugs, each of which is provided with two first pin holes 221.

[0092] like Figure 10 As shown, in this embodiment, the fourth connecting structure 230 includes a second connecting lug and a second connecting pin 240. The second connecting lug is provided with a second pin hole 231. The second pin hole 231 is spaced apart from the other end surface of the second segment turnout beam 20. To further ensure that the second connecting pin 240 can be securely mounted on the second connecting lug, the second connecting structure 112 includes two second connecting lugs, each of which is provided with two second pin holes 231. The first pin hole 221 and the second pin hole 231 respectively mate with the second connecting pin 240.

[0093] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first pin hole 221 on the first connecting lug and the second pin hole 231 on the second connecting lug in this embodiment, connected by a second connecting pin 240. The second connecting pin 240 passes through the first pin hole 221 and the second pin hole 231, respectively, from top to bottom. The interconnection of the first pin hole 221, the second pin hole 231, and the second connecting pin 240 on the first and second connecting lugs not only achieves axial connection between adjacent second-segment turnout beam segments 20, but also preserves the freedom of rotation between the two. When the segmented maglev turnout 1 switches, the drive mechanism drives each segmented turnout beam segment 10 to move, achieving linear changes in the segmented maglev turnout 1.

[0094] like Figure 5 As shown, the segmental maglev turnout 1 is composed of a plurality of first segment turnout beam segments 10 and second segment turnout beam segments 20, wherein Figure 5 The four turnouts on the left are first-segment turnout beam sections 10, and the four on the right are second-segment turnout beam sections 20. The multiple first-segment turnout beam sections 10 are connected to each other through the first connecting structure 111 and the second connecting structure 112. The second-segment turnout beam sections 20 are connected to each other through the third connecting structure 220 and the fourth connecting structure 230. Figure 6 As shown in FIG, the segmental maglev switch 1 is in a straight line state. Figure 7 The figure shows a segmented maglev turnout 1 in a curved state after switching. Because the first-segment turnout beam segments 10 of the segmented maglev turnout 1 are connected by first and second connecting structures 111 and 112, and the second-segment turnout beam segments 20 are connected by third and fourth connecting structures 220 and 230, they have a certain degree of freedom of movement. When switching is required, the first and second turnout beam segments 10, 20 are driven to move. Since each first-segment switch beam segment 10 and the second-segment switch beam segment 20 are movably connected, the position changes before and after the switch, and the first-segment switch beam segment 10 and the second-segment switch beam segment 20 themselves will not be deformed. There is no bending stress on each first-segment switch beam segment 10 and the second-segment switch beam segment 20 due to the switch, which avoids the first-segment switch beam segment 10 and the second-segment switch beam segment 20 being in a high stress state due to the switch action, thereby extending the service life of the segmented maglev switch 1.

[0095] like Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the segmental maglev turnout 1 in this application is composed of 8 turnout beams. Figure 6 The segmental maglev turnout 1 is in a straight line state. Figure 7 The first segment of the maglev turnout 1, which is in a curved state after switching, uses a first drive mechanism consisting of a first drive motor 140, a drive screw 141, and an output screw sleeve 142. This simplifies the structure of the drive mechanism and improves drive reliability. The second segment of the turnout 20, which is in a curved state after switching, uses a second drive mechanism consisting of a second drive motor 270, a drive rod 271, a drive wheel 272, and a movable slide rail 273. The drive rod 271 is the shortest possible, requiring only half the displacement during switching to achieve drive. Using a shorter drive rod 271 allows for long-distance displacement, reducing the space occupied by the drive mechanism.

[0096] like Figure 12As shown, the segmented maglev turnout 1 further includes a first locking mechanism 120 and a second locking mechanism 130 for locking with an external fixing mechanism. The first locking mechanism 120 and the second locking mechanism 130 are respectively disposed on both sides of the mounting end 114 along the width direction of the first beam segment body 110. Here, the first locking mechanism 120 and the second locking mechanism 130 on both sides of the first beam segment body 110 are used as an example for illustration. In practice, the first locking mechanism 120 and the second locking mechanism 130 are also respectively disposed on both sides of the second beam segment body 210. Among them, multiple first locking mechanisms 120 are installed on the mounting base plate 30 along one side of the segmented maglev turnout 1, and the number of the first locking mechanisms 120 matches the number of the first segment turnout beam section 10 and the second segment turnout beam section 20, that is, the first locking mechanisms 120 correspond one-to-one with the first segment turnout beam section 10 and the second segment turnout beam section 20 to achieve reliable locking of the first segment turnout beam section 10 and the second segment turnout beam section 20. Even if one of the first locking mechanisms 120 fails, it will not affect the locking effect of the entire segmented maglev turnout 1. When the segmented maglev turnout 1 is in a state such as Figure 6 In the straight type shown, each first locking mechanism 120 is locked with the corresponding first segment switch beam section 10 or second segment switch beam section 20, ensuring that there will be no accidental movement when the train passes through the segmented maglev switch 1, ensuring the safe passage of the train.

[0097] Continue as Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, the second locking mechanism 130 is installed on the mounting base plate 30 and opposite to the first locking mechanism 120 on both sides of the segmented maglev switch 1. The number of the second locking mechanisms 130 matches the number of the first segment switch beam sections 10 and the second segment switch beam sections 20, that is, the second locking mechanisms 130 correspond to the first segment switch beam sections 10 and the second segment switch beam sections 20 one by one, so as to achieve reliable locking of the segmented maglev switch 1. Even if one of the second locking mechanisms 130 fails, it will not affect the locking effect of the entire segmented maglev switch 1. When the segmented maglev switch 1 is in a state as shown in FIG. Figure 7 In the curved shape shown, each second locking mechanism 130 is locked with the corresponding first segment switch beam section 10 or second segment switch beam section 20, ensuring that there will be no accidental movement when the train passes through the segmented maglev switch 1, ensuring the safe passage of the train.

[0098] In this embodiment, the first locking mechanism 120 and the second locking mechanism 130 both use electromagnetic locking devices. The first locking mechanism 120 and the second locking mechanism 130 have the same structure, both including an electro-permanent magnetic chuck, a locking bracket and a travel switch, wherein the electro-permanent magnetic chuck and the travel switch are fixedly mounted on the locking bracket. Figure 12As shown, the second locking mechanism 130 locks and positions the segment switch beam section 10 by sucking the crossbeam 118 at the bottom of the first beam section body 110 with an electric permanent magnetic suction cup. When the crossbeam 118 and the electric permanent magnetic suction cup of the second locking mechanism 130 are sucked tightly, the position of the crossbeam 118 body 110 is locked and will not move along the Figure 12 Movement occurs in the left and right directions shown.

[0099] In this embodiment, the electro-permanent magnetic locking device is installed on the side of the crossbeam 118. In other embodiments, the electro-permanent magnetic locking device can also be installed below the crossbeam 118 or in front of the crossbeam 118 along the axial direction of the first beam segment body 110 (here, only the crossbeam 118 at the bottom of the first beam segment body 110 is used as an example; the same crossbeam 118 is also located at the bottom of the second beam segment body 210). Using an electromagnetic locking device, the electro-permanent magnetic suction cup locks the first section switch beam segment 10 and the second section switch beam segment 20 through the crossbeam 118. No mechanical wear is generated during the locking process, and the locking is reliable, thereby extending the service life of the first locking mechanism 120 and the second locking mechanism 130.

[0100] The segment turnout beam section 10 further includes a running mechanism and a driving mechanism. The running mechanism is arranged at the first mounting end 114 or the second mounting end 260. The first driving mechanism is connected to the first mounting end 114, and the second driving mechanism is connected to the second mounting end 260. Figure 12 As shown, the running mechanism includes a roller 150 installed at the bottom of the beam 118. When the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism drive the segmented magnetic levitation switch 1 to switch, the roller 150 moves on the surface of the mounting base plate 30, thereby reducing the friction resistance during relative movement between the segmented switch beam section 10 and the mounting base plate 30.

[0101] Continue as Figure 1 As shown, the segmented maglev turnout 1 also includes a displacement limiting mechanism. This mechanism includes a connecting rod 160, which includes a first connecting end 161 and a second connecting end 162. The first connecting end 161 is movably connected to the first mounting end 114 of the first beam segment body 110, and the second connecting end 162 is used to securely connect to an external portion (e.g., the surface of the mounting base 30) to limit the first connecting end 161 from rotating about the second connecting end. The connecting rod 160 at the bottom of the first beam segment body 110 is used as an example here; a similar connecting rod 160 is also present at the bottom of the second beam segment body 210.

[0102] Specifically, in this embodiment, the second connection end 162 of the connecting rod 160 is fixedly connected to the surface of the mounting base 30. When the first driving mechanism drives the first segment turnout beam segment 10 to move, the displacement limiting mechanism can limit the movement range of the first segment turnout beam segment 10. The end of the first segment turnout beam segment 10 connected to the first connection end 161 can only move around the second connection end 162 with the connecting rod 160 as the radius, thereby limiting the displacement of the segment turnout beam segment 10, preventing the first segment turnout beam segment 10 from moving beyond the expected position, and ensuring the movement safety of the segment turnout beam segment 10 during the switching process. Each displacement limiting mechanism is respectively provided in a one-to-one correspondence with the first segment turnout beam segment 10 or the second segment turnout beam segment 20, so as to have a good limiting effect on each first segment turnout beam segment 10 or the second segment turnout beam segment 20.

[0103] like Figure 12 As shown, the first load-bearing end 113 includes a T-shaped cross-section beam, and the maglev train rides on the T-shaped cross-section beam during operation. Figure 16 As shown, the first load-bearing end 113 can also be a U-shaped cross-section beam. During operation, the maglev train's suspension module runs within the groove of the U-shaped cross-section beam. In this application, the load-bearing end of the segmental maglev turnout 1, whether a T-shaped cross-section beam or a U-shaped cross-section beam, can be driven by a drive mechanism to achieve displacement and switching. The shape of the load-bearing end does not limit the use of the various structures of the segmental turnout beam segment 10 of this application.

[0104] The segmented maglev turnout 1 of this application utilizes multiple sequentially connected first-segment turnout beams 10 and multiple sequentially connected second-segment turnout beams 20. The turnout sidings utilize circular curves, shortening the turnout length by over 10 meters compared to existing turnouts. The turnout sidings are linearly fitted with straight line segments. The first-segment turnout beams 10 and the second-segment turnout beams 20 are connected by an articulated joint. These first-segment turnout beams 10 and 20 can be constructed of steel beams, more economical concrete, or other materials suitable for superconducting maglev transportation. The drive mechanism employed in this application is simple in structure, reducing the overall height of the segmented turnout beams 10 and improving turnout stability. The present application adopts a driving mechanism including a push rod mechanism or a rocker mechanism to shorten the working time of the switch and improve work efficiency; the locking mechanism adopts an electromagnetic mechanism, which is wear-free when locked. An installation base plate 30 is set under the segment switch beam section 10 to facilitate inspection and maintenance. In an emergency, passengers on the maglev train can also be evacuated through the installation base plate 30.

[0105] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as first and second, etc., are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply the existence of any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "comprises," "comprising," or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article, or device comprising a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or device. In the absence of further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising a ..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or device comprising the element.

[0106] In the description of the present invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "height," "thickness," "up," "down," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inside," "outside," "axial," "radial," "circumferential," and the like, indicating positions or location relationships, are based on the positions or location relationships shown in the accompanying drawings and are intended only to facilitate the description of the present invention and simplify the description. They do not indicate or imply that the devices or elements referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed, or operate in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limiting the present invention. In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise specified, "plurality" means two or more.

[0107] In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, the terms "mounted," "connected," "connected," and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integration; mechanical connection or electrical connection; direct connection or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components or interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention in specific circumstances.

[0108] In the present invention, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include the first and second features being in direct contact, or may include the first and second features being in contact not directly but through another feature between them. Furthermore, a first feature being "above," "above," and "above" a second feature may include the first feature being directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below," "below," and "below" a second feature may include the first feature being directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or may simply mean that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0109] Although the present invention has been described in detail through the above preferred embodiments, it should be understood that the above description is not intended to limit the present invention. After reading the above description, various modifications and substitutions of the present invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A segmental maglev turnout, characterized in that: The segmented maglev turnout comprises: A plurality of sequentially connected first-segment turnout beam segments and a plurality of sequentially connected second-segment turnout beam segments; the first-segment turnout beam segment comprises a first beam segment body, a first load-bearing end, and a first mounting end, the first load-bearing end being used to carry a maglev train, the first mounting end and the first load-bearing end being respectively located at two ends in a height direction of the first beam segment body; The second section turnout beam segment includes a second beam segment body, a second load-bearing end and a second mounting end, the second load-bearing end is used to bear the maglev train, and the second mounting end and the second load-bearing end are respectively located at two ends in the height direction of the second beam segment body; A first driving mechanism connected to the first segment turnout beam section, the first driving mechanism comprising: a first drive motor; a transmission screw, the transmission screw being movably connected to an output end of the first drive motor; an output screw sleeve connected to the transmission screw through a threaded pair, and the output screw sleeve is connected to the first mounting end of the first beam segment body; A second driving mechanism connected to the second section turnout beam section, the second driving mechanism comprising: a second drive motor; a transmission rod and a transmission wheel, wherein two ends of the transmission rod are respectively connected to the output end of the second drive motor and the transmission wheel; A movable slide rail is fixedly mounted on the second mounting end of the second beam section body, the spacing of the movable slide rails matches the outer diameter of the transmission wheel, and the transmission wheel is embedded in the movable slide rail; an electrical control system is electrically connected to the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism, and the electrical control system drives the first segment switch beam section and the second segment switch beam section of each straight segment to switch to form a curved track through the first drive mechanism and the second drive mechanism; an installation base plate is directly or indirectly connected to the first segment switch beam section or the second segment switch beam section, and is used to carry the first segment switch beam section or the second segment switch beam section.

2. The segmental maglev turnout according to claim 1, wherein: The first segment turnout beam section includes a first connecting structure and a second connecting structure that can be connected to each other. The first connecting structure and the second connecting structure are respectively arranged at both ends of the length direction of the first beam section body. The first connecting structure includes a slide groove arranged along the length direction of the first beam section body, and the second connecting structure includes a connecting pin matching the slide groove.

3. The segmental maglev turnout according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second section turnout beam section includes a third connecting structure and a fourth connecting structure that can be connected to each other. The third connecting structure includes a first connecting ear, and the first connecting ear is provided with a first pin hole. The fourth connecting structure includes a second connecting ear and a connecting pin, and the second connecting ear is provided with a second pin hole; the first pin hole and the second pin hole are respectively matched with the connecting pin.

4. The segmental maglev turnout according to claim 1, wherein: The segmented turnout beam section according to claim 1 is characterized in that the segmented magnetic levitation turnout further includes a first locking mechanism and a second locking mechanism for locking with an external fixing mechanism, and the first locking mechanism and the second locking mechanism are respectively arranged on both sides of the first mounting end and the second mounting end along the width direction of the first beam section body and the second beam section body.

5. The segmental maglev turnout according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first locking mechanism and the second locking mechanism have the same structure, and respectively include an electro-permanent magnetic suction cup, a locking bracket and a travel switch. The electro-permanent magnetic disk and the travel switch are fixedly connected to the locking bracket. The electro-permanent magnetic suction cup is used to lock with the first beam section body or the second beam section body through magnetic attraction.

6. The segmental maglev turnout according to claim 1, characterized in that: The segmented maglev turnout further includes a plurality of running mechanisms, which are respectively arranged at the first mounting end of the first beam segment body and the second mounting end of the second beam segment body.

7. The segmental maglev turnout according to claim 6, characterized in that: Each of the running mechanisms is arranged corresponding to the first driving mechanism and the second driving mechanism.

8. The segmental maglev turnout according to claim 1, wherein: The segmented magnetic levitation turnout also includes multiple displacement limiting mechanisms, each of which includes a connecting rod. The connecting rod includes a first connecting end and a second connecting end. The first connecting end is movably connected to the first mounting end of the first beam segment body or the second mounting end of the second beam segment body. The second connecting end is used to be fixedly connected to the outside to limit the first connecting end from rotating around the second connecting segment.

9. The segmental maglev turnout according to claim 8, characterized in that: Each of the displacement limiting mechanisms is arranged in one-to-one correspondence with the first segment turnout beam section or the second segment turnout beam section.

10. The segmental maglev turnout according to claim 1, wherein: The first load-bearing end and the second load-bearing section include a T-shaped cross-section beam or a U-shaped cross-section beam.

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