A main drive of a heading machine and a method for repairing a sealing ring thereof
By using composite wear-resistant belts and ring repair components to heat-extend and repair the sealing rings of tunneling machines, the problem of repairing damaged sealing rings in underground tunnels has been solved, ensuring the stable operation of the equipment.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHINA RAILWAY CONSTR HEAVY IND
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-18
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-26
AI Technical Summary
Within the confined space of an underground tunnel, the sealing ring of a tunneling machine is difficult to repair effectively after it is damaged, which affects the operating efficiency of the equipment.
The system uses composite material wear-resistant belts and ring repair components to repair damaged sealing rings through heating and stretching. Combined with a ring repair control module for temperature detection and control, it enables replaceable welding repair of sealing rings.
The reliable repair of the sealing ring was achieved within a limited space, ensuring the stable operation of the tunneling machine and avoiding construction interruptions caused by sealing ring damage.
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