A multi-shape ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device suitable for vertical shoreline

Abstract

The application provides a multi-shape rib plate type ecological pile foundation attachment device suitable for vertical coastlines, and belongs to the technical field of ecological restoration.The application comprises: a sea platform main body, which is provided with a plurality of multi-shape groove rib plates, oyster shell attachment bases and spoiler blocks; and an upper structure, which is connected to the upper portion of the sea platform main body through a stand column.The application increases the biological attachment surface area by adding the multi-shape groove rib plates, promotes the attachment and reproduction of intertidal zone organisms, increases ecological diversity, improves water flow uniformity, disperses wave energy and promotes water quality improvement by adding the oyster shell attachment bases and spoiler blocks, thereby providing more complex and diverse attachment spaces for intertidal zone organisms, promoting the rapid attachment and reproduction of organisms, increasing marine biodiversity, improving water quality, increasing oxygen content, and achieving the restoration and balance of marine ecology.Meanwhile, the upper portion of the sea platform can also provide space for human activities.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of ecological restoration technology, and in particular to a multi-shaped ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device suitable for vertical shorelines. Background Technology

[0002] Vertical seawalls are typically designed with rigid, straight structures. While this design has advantages in some aspects, it suffers from significant shortcomings in terms of eco-friendliness. Due to the lack of natural texture and diverse spatial layout on their outer surface, vertical seawalls often fail to provide sufficient attachment points and suitable habitats for intertidal organisms. The intertidal zone is rich in biodiversity, and organisms typically require specific physical space and surface complexity to attach, grow, and reproduce. However, the vertical surface and smooth structure of vertical seawalls often fail to meet these basic needs, lacking effective attachment structures and making it difficult for organisms to find stable attachment points. Furthermore, the straightness and lack of surface variation of vertical seawall structures limit the natural mitigation effects of water flow and waves, failing to effectively block or reduce the impact of waves. In such cases, organisms attached to the surface of vertical seawalls are easily eroded by strong water currents, making it difficult for them to survive and reproduce long-term in such an environment. Therefore, vertical seawalls often fail to provide a suitable attachment environment from an ecological design perspective, making it difficult for intertidal organisms to grow and reproduce stably on their surface, posing a challenge to biodiversity conservation and maintenance. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of this, to address the technical problem that existing vertical seawalls often fail to provide suitable attachment environments for organisms, preventing intertidal organisms from stably growing and reproducing on their surfaces, this invention provides a multi-shaped ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device suitable for vertical shorelines. By adding multi-shaped grooved ribs to increase the surface area for biological attachment, oyster shell attachment substrates to promote the attachment and reproduction of intertidal organisms and increase biodiversity, and disturbance blocks to improve water flow uniformity, disperse wave energy, and promote water quality improvement, this device provides a more complex and diverse attachment space for intertidal organisms, thereby promoting rapid attachment and reproduction, increasing marine biodiversity, improving water quality, increasing oxygen content, and achieving marine ecological restoration and balance. Simultaneously, the upper part of the offshore platform can also provide space for human activities.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0005] A multi-shaped ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device suitable for vertical shorelines includes:

[0006] The main body of the offshore platform is equipped with several multi-shaped grooved ribs, oyster shell attachment bases, and turbulence blocks;

[0007] The superstructure is connected to the main body of the offshore platform via columns;

[0008] The multi-shaped grooved ribs are used to increase the surface area for biological attachment, the oyster shell attachment substrate is used to promote the attachment and reproduction of intertidal organisms and increase ecological diversity, and the turbulence block is used to improve the uniformity of water flow, disperse wave energy and promote water quality improvement.

[0009] Preferably, the multi-shaped groove rib is a multi-layered combination of grooves.

[0010] Preferably, the grooves on the multi-shaped groove rib include at least one of square grooves, transverse strip grooves, longitudinal strip grooves, circular grooves, and triangular grooves.

[0011] Preferably, the surface of the multi-shaped grooved rib is roughened to increase its roughness.

[0012] Preferably, the surface slope of the multi-shaped grooved rib is 3:1.

[0013] Preferably, the main body of the offshore platform is formed by a main beam, a connecting beam, and a secondary beam, and the multi-shaped grooved rib is disposed between the connecting beam and the secondary beam.

[0014] Preferably, the oyster shell attachment base is disposed on the connecting beam of the main body of the offshore platform, and oyster shells are inlaid on the oyster shell attachment base.

[0015] Preferably, the concave surface of some of the oyster shells faces upwards, and the convex surface of some of the oyster shells faces upwards, in order to form a variety of microhabitats.

[0016] Preferably, the turbulence blocks are disposed on the main beam of the offshore platform body, and the height of the turbulence blocks on the connecting beams away from the offshore platform body is greater than the height of the turbulence blocks closer to the connecting beams.

[0017] Preferably, the surface of the multi-shaped grooved rib is coated with a nutrient agent that promotes the growth and reproduction of algae.

[0018] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0019] (1) The present invention provides a multi-shaped ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device specifically designed for vertical shorelines. This device significantly increases the surface area for biological attachment by cleverly incorporating various shaped grooved ribs. These grooved ribs not only provide abundant attachment points for marine organisms, but also, by introducing oyster shell attachment substrates, further enhance the attachment and reproduction capabilities of intertidal organisms, thereby improving biodiversity. Furthermore, the device contains a turbulence block, which improves the uniformity of water flow and disperses wave energy, which not only helps reduce erosion of vertical shorelines but also promotes water quality improvement. Through these designs, the device provides a more complex and diverse attachment environment for intertidal organisms, effectively promoting rapid attachment and reproduction. With the increase in biodiversity, water quality improves, oxygen content increases, and ultimately, the restoration and balance of the marine ecosystem are achieved. It is particularly worth mentioning that the offshore platform portion of the device can also provide additional space for human activities, making this technology not only beneficial to the marine ecosystem but also meeting human needs.

[0020] (2) In traditional planar concrete structures, large algae such as Ulva prolifera are difficult to attach and grow. In contrast, grooved structures with concave-convex microstructures and excellent water retention properties provide a more suitable attachment environment for algae such as Ulva prolifera. This invention proposes a multi-shaped grooved rib design, which significantly increases the surface area for biological attachment compared to the traditional single rib configuration. In addition, the gaps between the multiple layers of multi-shaped grooved ribs provide space for organisms to move and forage. The grooved structure design on the surface of the grooved ribs increases the heterogeneity of the habitat. In terms of structural design, a layered concept is adopted, and the layered design of the microstructure is implemented according to the differences in biological species in different elevation areas of the intertidal zone, so as to more effectively support the attachment of different species of organisms and provide suitable shelter space for small organisms. The surface of the grooved ribs is roughened, which provides a better attachment surface for organisms and helps the growth of biofilms, algae and shellfish. In addition, the inclined design of the grooved ribs allows water to be retained in the pore structure of the plate when the tide recedes, which is conducive to the attachment of algal spores nearby.

[0021] (2) Oyster shell attachment bases installed on the connecting beams have oyster shells uniformly embedded in their surface. The rough surface of the oyster shells enhances spatial heterogeneity, effectively promoting the attachment and reproduction of intertidal organisms, thereby increasing biodiversity. Furthermore, as a natural marine biological material, oyster shells can reduce the alkalinity of the concrete surface, making it closer to the natural rock matrix, thus benefiting marine life habitats. Embedding oyster shells also increases the roughness of the concrete surface, reducing wave erosion and slowing down structural weathering and erosion, thereby improving long-term durability. This design not only contributes to the restoration of marine ecosystems but also enhances the stability and durability of the structure.

[0022] (3) The turbulence blocks and columns installed on the main beam achieve the goals of slowing down the water flow, improving the uniformity of the water flow, dispersing wave energy, and promoting water quality improvement by changing the water flow state and velocity near the multi-shaped grooved ribs and oyster shell attachment base. Specifically, the turbulence blocks can effectively reduce the direct impact of waves and currents, reduce the flow velocity and shear force near the surface of the multi-shaped grooved ribs and oyster shell attachment base, thereby creating a relatively gentle hydrodynamic environment behind them, which is conducive to the sedimentation and attachment of biological spores, larvae, and suspended particles. In addition, the eddies and small-scale disturbances generated by the turbulence blocks in the flow field help to prolong the retention time of nutrients, provide richer growth resources for algae and filter-feeding organisms, and further enhance the ecological attachment effect of the multi-shaped grooved ribs and oyster shell attachment base.

[0023] (4) The superstructure of the offshore platform not only provides the necessary space for human activities, but also improves the lighting environment around the multi-shaped grooved ribs and oyster shell attachment base by shielding the light, creating a suitable habitat for intertidal organisms that adapt to different light intensities, thereby promoting the smooth attachment and reproduction process of these organisms.

[0024] (5) The offshore platform of the vertical breakwater section not only achieves effective connection with the existing breakwater but also maintains a large permeable space. Compared with the traditional shoreline arrangement, this invention facilitates more convenient observation and monitoring of the marine ecological status and restoration effect. In addition, the large permeable space between the offshore platform and the revetment avoids the formation of closed cavities, which is conducive to the effective dissipation of wave energy, reduces the wave buoyancy force borne by the platform, and optimizes the structural stress performance. The good permeability under the structure helps to reduce water vapor condensation and enhances the durability of the structure. Finally, the construction of the pile foundation has a relatively small impact on the existing revetment structure. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 2 This is a side cross-sectional view of the present invention;

[0027] Figure 3 This is a perspective view of the first specific embodiment of the multi-shaped grooved rib plate of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 4 This is a perspective view of a second specific embodiment of the multi-shaped grooved rib plate of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 5 This is a perspective view of a third specific embodiment of the multi-shaped grooved rib plate of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the fourth specific embodiment of the multi-shaped grooved rib plate of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the multi-shaped grooved rib plate of the present invention;

[0032] In the diagram: 1. Main body of the offshore platform; 2. Multi-shaped grooved ribs; 3. Turbidity block; 4. Oyster shell attachment base; 5. Main beam; 6. Connecting beam; 7. Secondary beam; 8. Column; 9. Superstructure; 21. Square groove; 22. Horizontal strip groove; 23. Longitudinal strip groove; 24. Circular groove; 25. Triangular groove. Detailed Implementation

[0033] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of them. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0034] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "top / bottom," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing the invention and for simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0035] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," "sleeved / connected," "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0036] like Figure 1-2 As shown, the present invention provides a multi-shaped ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device suitable for vertical shorelines, comprising:

[0037] The main body of the offshore platform is provided with several multi-shaped grooved ribs, oyster shell attachment bases, and turbulence-disrupting blocks. In this invention, the main structure of the offshore platform can adopt conventional designs known in the art, or it can adopt the design of this invention. Figure 1The exhibit showcases the specific design of the offshore platform's main structure. This main structure comprises main beams, connecting beams, and secondary beams, forming a robust frame structure. The secondary beams are preferably designed to connect two opposing main beams or secondary beams. This connection method can be flexibly selected according to actual engineering needs and environmental conditions to ensure the stability and safety of the offshore platform.

[0038] The superstructure, connected to the main body of the offshore platform by a series of meticulously designed columns, is a unique layout that tightly integrates the platform body and the superstructure. This not only provides essential space for human activities but also effectively improves the lighting environment around the multi-shaped grooved ribs and oyster shell attachment sites through its light-shading effect. This improvement creates a suitable habitat for intertidal organisms adapted to varying light intensities, thus promoting their attachment and reproduction processes and contributing positively to the diversity and stability of the marine ecosystem. Different intertidal organisms have different light requirements; the superstructure's shading effect regulates the lighting environment near the oyster shells embedded in the multi-shaped grooved ribs and connecting beams, providing suitable conditions for the habitation and reproduction of various organisms and further enhancing the success rate of attachment and growth.

[0039] The multi-shaped grooved ribs are used to increase the surface area for biological attachment, the oyster shell attachment substrate is used to promote the attachment and reproduction of intertidal organisms and increase ecological diversity, and the turbulence block is used to improve the uniformity of water flow, disperse wave energy and promote water quality improvement.

[0040] In this invention, the described multi-shaped grooved ribs are composed of multiple layers of grooves, which can be of different shapes and sizes. Furthermore, these multi-shaped grooved ribs can also be designed as a multi-layered structure, i.e., multiple layers of grooved ribs of different shapes are stacked vertically. Through the combined use of such multi-layered, multi-shaped grooved ribs, the surface area for bioattachment can be significantly increased. This design not only provides more attachment points but also, due to the diversity of groove shapes, offers a diverse range of living environments for different species of organisms. This type of rib structure is particularly suitable for marine engineering, water treatment facilities, and any application requiring increased bioattachment area and the provision of diverse living environments.

[0041] In this invention, the grooves on the multi-shaped groove rib plate include at least one of square grooves, transverse strip grooves, longitudinal strip grooves, circular grooves, and triangular grooves.

[0042] In this invention, the surface of the multi-shaped grooved rib is roughened to increase its roughness.

[0043] In this invention, the surface of the multi-shaped grooved rib is inclined, and its slope is preferably 3:1.

[0044] like Figures 2-7 As shown, the multi-shaped grooved rib plate is designed using a combination of various groove shapes, including at least one of square grooves, transverse strip grooves, longitudinal strip grooves, circular grooves, and triangular grooves. Depending on the different needs of the attached organisms at different elevations, the multi-shaped grooved rib plate design can employ multi-layered groove combinations for optimized configuration. The upper part of the layered multi-shaped grooved rib plate primarily targets attached organisms such as snails, preferably using square grooves to enhance attachment effectiveness; the lower part primarily targets large algae, preferably using transverse or longitudinal strip grooves to accommodate the attachment needs of different algae. This layered design not only meets the attachment needs of different organisms but also fully considers the differences in habitat conditions among intertidal organisms.

[0045] To accelerate intertidal organism attachment, precast concrete structures can be immersed in seawater for a period of time, prompting the release of algae from the concrete surface and creating ideal conditions for algae attachment. Furthermore, applying specific nutrients (such as seaweed fertilizer and microalgae bio-fertilizer) to the surface of the multi-shaped grooved ribs can further promote algae growth and reproduction. Through these measures, the environment on the surface of the multi-shaped grooved ribs can be further optimized, significantly improving the attachment and growth rate of algae.

[0046] In nature, the uneven bedrock provides a rich habitat for small organisms living in the intertidal zone. These organisms include various mollusks, crustaceans, and some small marine invertebrates, which rely on these irregular surfaces for attachment and reproduction. To promote the attachment and reproduction of these intertidal organisms, this invention proposes an innovative design. Specifically, this design involves roughening the surface of multi-shaped grooved ribs, significantly increasing the surface roughness. The roughening depth is approximately 5 mm, which effectively enhances the colonization ability of organisms. Furthermore, as... Figure 7As shown, to further improve the water retention performance of the ribs and optimize light conditions, this invention also proposes adjusting the rib surface to a specific slope, namely a 3:1 slope ratio. This design causes the sea-side panel to face slightly upwards, thereby increasing the rib's inclination towards the sea. This inclined design has significant ecological implications, ensuring that the porous structure inside the ribs effectively retains moisture after the tide recedes. The retained moisture is crucial for the attachment and growth of algal spores, as algae are primary producers in the intertidal ecosystem, and their growth provides a food source for other marine life. This design effectively optimizes the intertidal ecological environment, thereby promoting the sustainable reproduction and colonization of marine life, and supporting the health and stability of the marine ecosystem.

[0047] In this invention, the main structure of the offshore platform is described as a robust frame structure formed by main beams, connecting beams, and secondary beams. Within this frame structure, a multi-shaped grooved rib is specially designed, which is carefully arranged and fixed between the connecting beams and secondary beams to provide additional structural strength and stability.

[0048] In this invention, the oyster shell attachment base is carefully designed and positioned on the connecting beams of the main body of the offshore platform to ensure its stability and durability. The surface of the oyster shell attachment base is treated to promote the firm embedding of oyster shells, thereby creating an environment conducive to the attachment and growth of marine organisms. In this way, the oyster shells are tightly embedded in the attachment base, which not only enhances the stability of the structure but also provides a beneficial habitat for the marine ecosystem.

[0049] In this invention, the concave surface of some oyster shells faces upwards, and the convex surface of some oyster shells faces upwards, in order to form a variety of microhabitats.

[0050] The process of embedding oyster shells into concrete to form an oyster shell attachment substrate needs to be carried out before concrete pouring or during the initial setting stage. This ensures that the oyster shells are firmly embedded in the concrete surface. Typically, the concave side of the oyster shell faces upwards, while the convex side faces upwards. This creates various microhabitats, providing a more favorable texture for biological attachment and thus improving the organism's adaptability. During construction, oyster shells can be pre-laid in a mold before pouring concrete, allowing the shells to embed naturally; alternatively, the shells can be manually pressed into place during the initial setting of the concrete. To further enhance the adhesion between the oyster shells and the concrete, a small amount of adhesive can be applied to the contact surface, or shallow grooves can be created to aid in fixation. Additionally, in the initial stages, introducing attachment organisms, such as algal spores or oyster larvae, can accelerate the establishment of the ecosystem and help it stabilize more quickly.

[0051] In this invention, the turbulence block is disposed on the main beam of the offshore platform body, and the height of the turbulence block on the connecting beam away from the offshore platform body is greater than the height of the turbulence block closer to the connecting beam.

[0052] To effectively reduce the direct impact of waves on the multi-shaped grooved ribs and oyster shells on the connecting beams, the design of the spoilers fully considers their influence on water flow at different locations. Based on the layout characteristics of the main structure of the offshore platform, the height of the spoilers is adjusted accordingly to their specific location. For spoilers farther from the connecting beams, the designers set a higher structure to effectively reduce the water flow velocity near the surface of the multi-shaped grooved ribs and reduce the concentrated impact of wave energy on the intertidal organism attachment area. Closer to the connecting beams, the height of the spoilers is designed to be relatively lower. This layered arrangement not only optimizes the water flow pattern but also significantly improves the fluidity of the water. This design further helps improve the surrounding water quality, providing a more stable and suitable habitat for organisms attached to the platform.

[0053] In summary, the multi-shaped ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device for vertical shorelines proposed in this invention not only provides diverse attachment spaces for intertidal organisms but also effectively improves the performance of seawall structures. Through the combined effects of carefully designed multi-shaped grooved ribs, rationally arranged disturbance blocks, specially designed oyster shell attachment substrates, and light regulation via the superstructure, this invention significantly promotes the attachment, growth, and reproduction of intertidal organisms, thereby contributing to the restoration and improvement of the marine ecosystem and achieving the dual goals of ecological restoration and optimization of seawall structural function.

[0054] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention; however, the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto; any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present invention, based on the technical solution and improved concept of the present invention, should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A multi-shaped ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device suitable for vertical shorelines, characterized in that, include: The main body of the offshore platform is provided with several multi-shaped grooved ribs, oyster shell attachment bases and turbulence blocks; the main body of the offshore platform is formed by main beams, connecting beams and secondary beams, and the multi-shaped grooved ribs are provided between the connecting beams and the secondary beams; the oyster shell attachment bases are provided on the connecting beams of the main body of the offshore platform, and oyster shells are inlaid on the oyster shell attachment bases; The superstructure is connected to the main body of the offshore platform via columns; The multi-shaped grooved ribs are a multi-layered combination of grooves. The multi-shaped grooved ribs are used to increase the surface area for biological attachment. The oyster shell attachment substrate is used to promote the attachment and reproduction of intertidal organisms and increase ecological diversity. The turbulence block is used to improve the uniformity of water flow, disperse wave energy and promote water quality improvement. The surface of the multi-shaped grooved ribs is roughened to increase roughness; The turbulence blocks are installed on the main beam of the offshore platform body, and the height of the turbulence blocks on the connecting beams away from the offshore platform body is greater than the height of the turbulence blocks closer to the connecting beams.

2. The multi-shaped ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device suitable for vertical shorelines according to claim 1, characterized in that, The surface slope of the multi-shaped grooved rib is 3:

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3. The multi-shaped ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device suitable for vertical shorelines according to claim 1, characterized in that, Some of the oyster shells have their concave surfaces facing upwards, while others have their convex surfaces facing upwards, to create a variety of microhabitats.

4. A multi-shaped ribbed ecological pile foundation attachment device suitable for vertical shorelines according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, The surface of the multi-shaped grooved ribs is coated with a nutrient agent that promotes the growth and reproduction of algae.

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