Rail cleaning mechanism of sliding rail launcher

By designing an automated track cleaning mechanism that alternates between brush blades and sponge blocks, the problems of high labor intensity and incomplete cleaning of traditional manual rail launcher tracks have been solved, achieving efficient and comprehensive track cleaning and ensuring the reliability of fire extinguishing projectile launch.

CN120838725AInactive Publication Date: 2025-10-28BEIJING AVIC TIANYOU TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202511226909.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-08-29
Publication Date
2025-10-28
Estimated Expiration
Not applicable · inactive patent

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Technical Problem

The maintenance of traditional rail launchers is labor-intensive, and the cleaning is not thorough enough, which affects the launching effect of fire extinguishing bombs.

Method used

A track cleaning mechanism for a sliding launcher was designed. It employs a cleaning mechanism that uses alternating brush blades and sponge blocks. Through the cooperation of steel wires, springs, magnetic blocks, and electromagnet modules, it achieves automated cleaning, replacing manual washing.

Benefits of technology

It improved the cleaning effect, reduced the labor intensity of workers, expanded the cleaning scope, ensured that the track was thoroughly cleaned, and guaranteed the reliability of the fire extinguishing bomb launch.

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Abstract

The invention provides a rail cleaning mechanism of a sliding rail launcher, and relates to the field of launcher facilities, the rail cleaning mechanism of the sliding rail launcher is used for cleaning a rail and comprises a base, a sliding seat is arranged at the front end of the base, a first disc is connected to the back face of the sliding seat, a second disc is arranged behind the first disc, and a cross rod is pivoted between the first disc and the second disc. According to the rail cleaning mechanism of the sliding rail emitter, the first disc and the second disc are arranged, the transverse rod is pivoted between the first disc and the second disc, and brush pieces are arranged on the surface of the transverse rod and play a role in cleaning the bottom of the inner wall of the sliding rail. Two shifting pieces are arranged at the top of the second disc and connected with a sponge block, and the sponge block wipes the edge of the top of the sliding rail. In this way, two cleaning mechanisms are formed, and the two cleaning mechanisms alternately work to clean the sliding rail. Traditional manual cleaning is replaced, the cleaning range is enlarged, the cleaning effect is improved, the labor intensity of workers is reduced, and the situation that use of the sliding rail is affected due to incomplete and thorough cleaning is avoided.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of launcher facility technology, specifically to a track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher. Background Art

[0002] Forest and grassland fires cover large areas and involve complex terrain, making them difficult to extinguish. Traditional firefighting methods, such as manually using internal combustion engine high-pressure blowers and swatting with branches and clothing, are extremely inefficient. Fire extinguishing bombs were invented to address this problem. Fire extinguishing bombs are commonly used firefighting equipment, making it easier to extinguish fires over long distances.

[0003] The use of fire extinguishing bombs requires a launcher, which includes a slide rail on which the fire extinguishing bomb is placed. Since it is only used in case of fire, this equipment is often idle, leading to dirt and dust accumulating on the track surface. This can affect the firing performance of the fire extinguishing bombs, making track maintenance crucial. Traditional maintenance methods are relatively simple, involving manual inspection and cleaning, including washing the track surface with water. However, due to the long track length, this method is labor-intensive, relatively cumbersome, and prone to incomplete or inadequate cleaning. Summary of the Invention

[0004] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher, which solves the problems mentioned in the background section.

[0006] (2) Technical solution

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher, which cleans the track, including a base, a slide seat at the front end of the base, a disc one connected to the back of the slide seat, a disc two behind the disc one, a crossbar pivotally connected between the disc one and the disc two, the crossbar being arranged along the length of the slide rail, and a plurality of brush blades distributed in a ring around the outer side of the crossbar, the brush blades being spirally arranged along the length of the crossbar.

[0008] The top of the second disc is connected to a pair of paddles, and the front end of the paddles is connected to a sponge block. The back of the first disc is provided with a drive unit that drives the crossbar to rotate. The brush is used to clean the inner wall of the track, and the sponge block is used to wipe the top edge of the track.

[0009] It also includes a conversion component, which consists of alternating brush plates and sponge blocks.

[0010] Preferably, the conversion assembly includes a steel wire, a spring, and a magnet. A vertical groove is provided inside the second disc, the magnet slides in the groove, the tail end of the paddle is hinged to the top of the second disc, the upper end of the steel wire is connected to the tail end of the paddle, the lower end of the steel wire extends into the groove and is connected to the magnet, and the spring is arranged between the two paddles.

[0011] Preferably, it also includes an electromagnet module, which is placed directly above the base and parallel to the slide rail. The weight of the magnet is greater than the spring force. When the electromagnet module is energized, it generates a magnetic field, and the magnet is attracted by the magnetic force and moves upward. At this time, the spring can release the two tabs, so that the sponge block contacts the top edge of the slide rail.

[0012] Preferably, the electromagnet module is the same length as the slide rail, and the length of the crossbar is greater than the length of the slide rail. When the crossbar is fully inserted into the slide rail, the second disc moves out of the slide rail and away from the electromagnet module. The magnet block sinks and pulls the steel wire, causing the two levers to move closer to each other.

[0013] Preferably, the drive unit is a motor, the crossbar is hollow inside, and the crossbar body has multiple rows of small holes. The multiple rows of small holes are located between two adjacent brush plates. The ends of the crossbar are pivotally connected to disk one and disk two, respectively. A small gear is connected to one end of the crossbar near disk one. The motor is located at the center of the back of disk one. The motor drive shaft is connected to a large gear, and the large gear meshes with the small gear.

[0014] Preferably, there are three crossbars, which are respectively arranged on the left and right sides and the bottom of the disk. The front of the disk is provided with a connecting pipe, which passes through the slide. A guide groove is opened in the disk to connect with the crossbars, and the guide groove is connected to the connecting pipe.

[0015] Preferably, the paddles are connected to each other on one side with a protrusion, the upper end of the steel wire is connected to the protrusion, and the sponge block is T-shaped and consists of a horizontal part and a vertical part, and the included angle between the horizontal part and the vertical part can abut against the top edge of the slide rail.

[0016] Preferably, a lever is connected to the top of the first disc, the lever extends to the top of the slide block, two electric actuators are connected to the front of the slide block, the lever is located between the two electric actuators, and a connecting rod connects the first disc and the second disc.

[0017] Preferably, the base has a water receiving groove at the rear end and a cylinder at the front end. The movable end of the cylinder is connected to a bracket, and the bracket is connected to a slide rail. The slide block and the slide rail are slidably engaged. The base also includes a cover, one end of which is hinged to the top of the base. The cover is used to cover the slide rail, and the rear end of the cover extends directly above the water receiving groove.

[0018] (3) Beneficial effects

[0019] This invention provides a track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher. It has the following beneficial effects:

[0020] 1. The track cleaning mechanism of this slide rail launcher consists of two discs: Disc 1 and Disc 2. A crossbar is pivotally connected between Disc 1 and Disc 2. The surface of the crossbar has brush blades that clean the bottom of the inner wall of the slide rail. Disc 2 has two paddles at its top, each connected to a sponge block. Through the cooperation of a steel wire, spring, magnet, and electromagnet module, the sponge block wipes the top edge of the slide rail. This forms two cleaning mechanisms that work alternately to clean the slide rail. This replaces traditional manual cleaning, expands the cleaning range, improves cleaning effectiveness, reduces worker labor intensity, and avoids incomplete or inadequate cleaning that could affect the use of the slide rail. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional view of the structure of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the base structure of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a diagram illustrating the structure and operation of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a partial structural diagram of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 5 For the present invention Figure 4 Enlarged view of the structure at point A in the middle;

[0026] Figure 6 For the present invention Figure 4 Enlarged view of the structure at point B in the middle;

[0027] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the second structure of the disk of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the disk structure of the present invention.

[0029] In the diagram: 1. Base, 11. Water inlet, 12. Cylinder, 13. Bracket, 14. Slide rail, 2. Slide block, 21. Electric actuator, 3. Disc 1, 31. Connecting rod, 32. Paddle, 33. Connecting pipe, 34. Guide channel, 35. Motor, 36. Large gear, 4. Disc 2, 41. Paddle, 42. Sponge block, 43. Protrusion, 44. Steel wire, 45. Spring, 46. Slide groove, 47. Magnet block, 5. Crossbar, 51. Brush plate, 52. Small hole, 53. Small gear, 6. Cover, 7. Electromagnet module. Detailed Implementation

[0030] This invention provides a track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher, such as... Figure 1-8As shown, the track is cleaned by a base 1, a slide 2 at the front end of the base 1, a disc 3 pivotally connected to the back of the slide 2, a disc 4 behind the disc 3, a crossbar 5 pivotally connected between the disc 3 and the disc 4, the crossbar 5 is arranged along the length of the track, and multiple brush blades 51 are fixedly installed in a ring around the crossbar 5, the brush blades 51 are spirally arranged along the length of the crossbar 5.

[0031] The top of the second disc 4 is connected to a pair of paddles 41, and a sponge block 42 is fixedly installed at the head of the paddle 41. The back of the first disc 3 is provided with a drive unit for rotating the crossbar 5. The brush 51 is used to clean the inner wall of the track, and the sponge block 42 is used to wipe the top edge of the track.

[0032] It also includes a conversion component, which allows the brush plate 51 and the sponge block 42 to work alternately.

[0033] The conversion assembly includes a steel wire 44, a spring 45, and a magnet 47. A vertical groove 46 is formed inside the disc 4, and the magnet 47 slides within the groove 46. The tail end of a lever 41 is hinged to the top of the disc 4. The upper end of the steel wire 44 is welded to the tail end of the lever 41, and the lower end of the steel wire 44 extends into the groove 46 and is fixedly bound to the magnet 47. The spring 45 is positioned between the two levers 41, and its end is welded to the lever 41.

[0034] It also includes an electromagnet module 7, which is placed directly above the base 1 and parallel to the slide rail. The weight of the magnet block 47 is greater than the elastic force of the spring 45.

[0035] Working principle: When the electromagnet module 7 is energized, it generates a magnetic field. The magnet block 47 is attracted by the magnetic force and moves upward. At this time, the spring 45 can make the two levers 41 spring apart, so that the two levers 41 tend to be horizontal, and the sponge block 42 contacts the top edge of the slide rail.

[0036] The electromagnet module 7 is the same length as the slide rail, and the length of the crossbar 5 is greater than the length of the slide rail. When the crossbar 5 is fully inserted into the slide rail, the disc 4 moves out of the slide rail and away from the electromagnet module 7. At this time, the magnet 47 is not affected by the magnetic force. The magnet 47 sinks and pulls the steel wire 44, causing the two levers 41 to move closer to each other.

[0037] During operation, the slide rail is first removed from the transmitter. When it is necessary to clean the inner wall of the bottom of the slide rail, the crossbar 6 is fully inserted into the slide rail, causing the disc 4 to move out of the slide rail. At this time, the crossbar 6 drives the brush 51 to rotate, thereby cleaning the inner wall of the bottom of the slide rail. At this time, the two paddles 41 are raised under the action of the spring 25.

[0038] When it is necessary to clean the top edge of the slide rail, the slide block 2 moves back and forth. After the disc 2 4 enters the slide rail, it is affected by the electromagnet module 7. The two paddles 41 unfold into a horizontal shape, so that the sponge block 42 contacts the top edge of the slide rail. As the slide block 2 moves repeatedly, the wiping purpose is achieved.

[0039] The drive unit is a motor 35. The crossbar 5 is hollow inside. Multiple rows of small holes 52 are opened on the body of the crossbar 5. The multiple rows of small holes 52 are located between two adjacent brush plates 51. The ends of the crossbar 5 are pivotally connected to the first disk 3 and the second disk 4 respectively. A small gear 53 is fixedly installed on the end of the crossbar 5 near the first disk 3. The motor 35 is located at the center of the back of the first disk 3. A large gear 36 is welded to the drive shaft of the motor 35. The large gear 36 meshes with the small gear 53.

[0040] There are three crossbars 5, which are respectively arranged on the left and right sides and the bottom of the disc 3. The connecting pipe 33 is fixedly installed on the front of the disc 3, and the connecting pipe 33 passes through the slide 2. The disc 3 and the slide 2 are pivotally connected by the connecting pipe 33. The disc 3 has a guide groove 34 that is connected to the crossbars 5. The guide groove 34 is connected to the connecting pipe 33.

[0041] The paddles 41 have protrusions 43 on one side close to each other. The upper end of the steel wire 44 is welded to the protrusions 43. The sponge block 42 is T-shaped and consists of a horizontal part and a vertical part. The included angle between the horizontal part and the vertical part can abut against the top edge of the slide rail. The vertical part of the sponge block 42 does not contact the brush plates 51 on the left and right sides of the disc 3.

[0042] As attached Figure 4 As shown, a lever 32 is fixedly installed on the top of disc 3. The lever 32 extends to the top of slide 2. Two electric actuators 21 are fixedly installed on the front of slide 2. The lever 32 is located between the two electric actuators 21. A connecting rod 31 is welded between disc 3 and disc 4.

[0043] Because the bottom of the inner wall of the slide rail is a semi-circular curved surface, when the crossbar 5 is working, the two electric push rods 21 alternately extend and retract, causing the disc 3 to reciprocate to a certain extent, allowing the brush blade 51 to better clean all parts of the bottom of the inner wall of the slide rail and increase the cleaning area. At this time, since the disc 4 is outside the slide rail and the two paddles 41 are upright, the sponge block 42 will not affect the cleaning work.

[0044] When the sponge block 42 is needed, the two electric actuators 21 will align the disc 3, as shown in the attached diagram. Figure 4 As shown.

[0045] A water receiving trough 11 is fixedly installed at the rear end of the base 1. The water supply pipe is connected to the connecting pipe 33, and water is sprayed out through the small hole 52 through the crossbar 5 to achieve the purpose of rinsing. The water receiving trough 11 serves to collect sewage.

[0046] A cylinder 12 is fixedly installed at the front end of the base 1. A bracket 13 is welded to the movable end of the cylinder 12. A slide rail 14 is fixedly installed on the bracket 13. The slide block 2 slides in cooperation with the slide rail 14. It also includes a cover 6. One end of the cover 6 is hinged to the top of the base 1. The cover 6 is used to cover the slide rail. The rear end of the cover 6 extends to the top of the water receiving tank 11.

[0047] In summary, the track cleaning mechanism of this slide rail launcher comprises a first disc 3 and a second disc 4, with a crossbar 5 pivotally connected between them. The crossbar 5 has brush blades 51 on its surface, which clean the bottom of the inner wall of the slide rail. The top of the second disc 4 has two paddles 41 connected to sponge blocks 42. Through the cooperation of a steel wire 44, a spring 45, a magnet 47, and an electromagnet module 7, the sponge blocks 42 wipe the top edge of the slide rail. This forms two cleaning mechanisms that work alternately to clean the slide rail. This replaces traditional manual cleaning, expands the cleaning range, improves the cleaning effect, reduces the labor intensity of workers, and avoids incomplete or inadequate cleaning that could affect the use of the slide rail.

[0048] While embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions, and variations may be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, and that the scope of the invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher, used to clean the track, characterized in that: Includes a base (1), the front end of the base (1) is provided with a slide (2), the back of the slide (2) is connected to a disc (3), a disc (4) is provided behind the disc (3), a crossbar (5) is pivotally connected between the disc (3) and the disc (4), the crossbar (5) is arranged along the length of the slide rail, and a plurality of brush blades (51) are distributed in a ring around the crossbar (5), the brush blades (51) are spirally arranged along the length of the crossbar (5); The top of the second disc (4) is connected to a pair of paddles (41), and the front end of the paddles (41) is connected to a sponge block (42). The back of the first disc (3) is provided with a drive unit for rotating the crossbar (5). The brush (51) is used to clean the inner wall of the track, and the sponge block (42) is used to wipe the top edge of the track. It also includes a conversion component, which allows the brush plate (51) and sponge block (42) to work alternately.

2. The track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher according to claim 1, characterized in that: The conversion assembly includes a steel wire (44), a spring (45), and a magnet (47). A vertical groove (46) is provided in the second disc (4). The magnet (47) is slidably fitted in the groove (46). The tail end of the paddle (41) is hinged to the top of the second disc (4). The upper end of the steel wire (44) is connected to the tail end of the paddle (41). The lower end of the steel wire (44) extends into the groove (46) and is connected to the magnet (47). The spring (45) is arranged between the two paddles (41).

3. The track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher according to claim 2, characterized in that: It also includes an electromagnet module (7), which is placed directly above the base (1). The electromagnet module (7) is parallel to the slide rail. The weight of the magnet block (47) is greater than the elastic force of the spring (45). When the electromagnet module (7) is energized, it generates a magnetic field. The magnet block (47) is attracted by the magnetic force and moves upward. At this time, the spring (45) can release the two tabs (41) so that the sponge block (42) contacts the top edge of the slide rail.

4. The track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher according to claim 3, characterized in that: The electromagnet module (7) is the same length as the slide rail, and the length of the crossbar (5) is greater than the length of the slide rail. When the crossbar (5) is fully inserted into the slide rail, the second disc (4) moves out of the slide rail and moves away from the electromagnet module (7). The magnet block (47) sinks and pulls the steel wire (44), causing the two levers (41) to come closer to each other.

5. The track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher according to claim 4, characterized in that: The drive unit is a motor (35). The crossbar (5) is hollow inside. The crossbar (5) has multiple rows of small holes (52) on its body. The multiple rows of small holes (52) are located between two adjacent brush plates (51). The ends of the crossbar (5) are pivotally connected to the first disk (3) and the second disk (4) respectively. A small gear (53) is connected to the end of the crossbar (5) near the first disk (3). The motor (35) is located at the center of the back of the first disk (3). The drive shaft of the motor (35) is connected to a large gear (36), which meshes with the small gear (53).

6. The track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher according to claim 5, characterized in that: There are three crossbars (5). The three crossbars (5) are arranged on the left and right sides and the bottom of the disc (3). The front of the disc (3) is provided with a connecting pipe (33), which passes through the slide (2). A guide groove (34) is opened in the disc (3) to connect with the crossbars (5). The guide groove (34) is connected to the connecting pipe (33).

7. The track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher according to claim 6, characterized in that: The paddles (41) are connected to a protrusion (43) on one side of each other. The upper end of the steel wire (44) is connected to the protrusion (43). The sponge block (42) is T-shaped and consists of a horizontal part and a vertical part. The included angle between the horizontal part and the vertical part can abut against the top edge of the slide rail.

8. The track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher according to claim 7, characterized in that: The top of the first disk (3) is connected to a lever (32), which extends to the top of the slide (2). The front of the slide (2) is connected to two electric actuators (21), and the lever (32) is located between the two electric actuators (21). A connecting rod (31) connects the first disk (3) and the second disk (4).

9. The track cleaning mechanism for a slide rail launcher according to claim 8, characterized in that: The base (1) has a water receiving trough (11) at its rear end and a cylinder (12) at its front end. The movable end of the cylinder (12) is connected to a bracket (13), and the bracket (13) is connected to a slide rail (14). The slide seat (2) and the slide rail (14) are slidably engaged. The base (1) also includes a cover (6), one end of which is hinged to the top of the base (1). The cover (6) is used to cover the slide rail, and the rear end of the cover (6) extends directly above the water receiving trough (11).