Underground comprehensive pipe gallery for rainwater regulation and storage of sponge city

By designing an inlet, sedimentation, and outlet area in the underground integrated pipe gallery, using flexible capsules for water storage, and utilizing inclined plate frames to improve sedimentation efficiency, the problems of large area occupation and simple water treatment in existing technologies have been solved, achieving efficient rainwater regulation and utilization, and alleviating urban flooding pressure.

CN120945940AActive Publication Date: 2025-11-14FUZHOU PLANNING DESIGN & RES INST

Patent Information

Application Number
CN202511477692.3
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-10-16
Publication Date
2025-11-14
Estimated Expiration
2045-10-16

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Technical Problem

Existing underground utility tunnels occupy a large area and have simple water treatment during rainwater collection and storage in the event of heavy rain, which cannot effectively alleviate the pressure of urban flooding.

Method used

Design an underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater regulation and storage in sponge cities, including a regulation pipe gallery box culvert and a water storage pipe gallery box culvert. It is equipped with an inlet area, a sedimentation area and an outlet area. Flexible capsules are used for water storage, and inclined plate frames are combined to improve sedimentation efficiency. Water storage and utilization are realized through water storage pumps and call pumps.

Benefits of technology

It improves the sedimentation efficiency and storage capacity of rainwater, reduces the area occupied, improves water quality, has a simple structure and low cost, and can effectively alleviate urban flooding pressure.

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Abstract

The invention discloses an underground comprehensive pipe gallery for sponge city rainwater regulation and storage, and belongs to the technical field of comprehensive pipe galleries, the underground comprehensive pipe gallery comprises a regulation and storage pipe gallery box culvert and a water storage pipe gallery box culvert, the regulation and storage pipe gallery box culvert and the water storage pipe gallery box culvert each comprise an upper functional area and a lower treatment area, and each lower treatment area comprises a water inlet area, a settling area and a water outlet area which are sequentially arranged; a water inlet area of the water regulation and storage treatment area is communicated with the water inlet channel, a water storage pump is arranged in a water outlet area of the water regulation and storage treatment area and connected with a water storage capsule in the water storage pipe gallery box culvert through a pipeline, and a calling pump is arranged in the water storage capsule and connected with the water outlet channel of the water regulation and storage pipe gallery box culvert through a pipeline. According to the underground comprehensive pipe rack for rainwater regulation and storage of the sponge city, rainwater is stored after being subjected to precipitation treatment, the water storage capsules are adopted for water storage, the water storage capsules are arranged in the second water supply culvert, the occupied area is small, and the water storage capacity is improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of integrated utility tunnel technology, and in particular to an underground integrated utility tunnel for rainwater storage in sponge cities. Background Technology

[0002] Integrated utility tunnels are underground urban pipeline corridors, essentially tunnel spaces built beneath the city to integrate various engineering pipelines such as electricity, communications, gas, heating, and water supply and drainage. They are equipped with dedicated maintenance ports, hoisting ports, and monitoring systems, and are subject to unified planning, design, construction, and management. They are vital infrastructure and a "lifeline" for ensuring the operation of cities. In recent years, major cities have been prone to urban flooding during the rainy season due to torrential rains. The main reason is that the cross-sectional area of ​​urban sewage pipes is fixed and cannot be adjusted, preventing rainwater from quickly entering the sewage pipes during heavy rains, causing rainwater to accumulate on the roads. Existing technologies utilize the space of underground utility tunnels for rainwater collection and storage. For example, patent CN113152519B discloses an underground integrated utility tunnel for smart city construction, including a main tunnel structure, drainage wells, and box-type water storage tanks. The drainage wells are installed on one side of the main tunnel structure and connected to the ground, while the box-type water storage tanks are installed on one side of the main tunnel structure and connected to the drainage wells. By rationally zoning existing integrated utility tunnels and coordinating with rainwater collection mechanisms, rainwater is absorbed, stored, infiltrated, and purified during rainfall. When needed, the stored water is "released" and utilized, enhancing flood prevention in the corresponding areas and promoting comprehensive rainwater utilization, further alleviating the pressure of urban flooding. At the same time, the rainwater in the rainwater collection chamber can be used as municipal water for greening, road washing, dust suppression, etc. Although a water storage tank is set on one side of the utility tunnel, it occupies too much space and the water treatment is simple. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide an underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities, thereby solving the aforementioned technical problems.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides an underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities, comprising a storage pipe gallery box culvert and a water storage pipe gallery box culvert. Several water storage pipe gallery box culverts are arranged in parallel to form a water storage pipe gallery body. A storage pipe gallery box culvert is arranged between adjacent water storage pipe gallery bodies. Both the storage pipe gallery box culvert and the water storage pipe gallery box culvert include an upper functional area and a lower treatment area. The lower treatment area includes an inlet area, a sedimentation area, and an outlet area arranged in sequence. The inlet area of ​​the storage water treatment area is connected to the inlet channel. A water storage pump is installed in the outlet area of ​​the storage water treatment area. The water storage pump is connected to the water storage capsule in the water storage pipe gallery box culvert through a pipeline. A call pump is installed in the water storage capsule. The call pump is connected to the outlet channel of the storage pipe gallery box culvert through a pipeline.

[0005] Preferably, the upper functional area of ​​the regulating pipe gallery box culvert includes a first flood control culvert, and a first power culvert, a first water supply culvert, and a first gas culvert are sequentially arranged above the first flood control culvert. A first flood control through hole is arranged between the first power culvert, the first water supply culvert, the first gas culvert, and the flood control culvert. A water outlet channel is arranged on the first water supply culvert.

[0006] Preferably, the upper functional area of ​​the water storage pipe gallery box culvert includes a second flood control culvert. Above the second flood control culvert, a second power culvert, a second water supply culvert, and a second gas culvert are arranged in sequence. A second flood control through hole is arranged between the second power culvert, the second water supply culvert, the second gas culvert, and the second flood control culvert. A water storage capsule is installed inside the second water supply culvert.

[0007] Preferably, both the first and second flood control through holes are equipped with one-way valves, and one-way valves are also installed between the first flood control culvert and the lower treatment area, as well as between the second flood control culvert and the lower treatment area. A through hole is provided between the first flood control culvert and the lower treatment area, and the pipeline of the water storage pump passes through the through hole and connects to the water storage capsule.

[0008] Preferably, the water-retaining capsule includes a flexible capsule body, with an upper protective plate and a lower protective plate respectively provided at the top and bottom of the flexible capsule body. Support plates are provided at both ends of the upper protective plate, and a first protective plate and a second protective plate are provided on both sides of the flexible capsule body. One end of the first protective plate is hinged to the upper protective plate, and the other end of the first protective plate is hinged to one end of the second protective plate through a torsion spring. The other end of the second protective plate is hinged to the lower protective plate.

[0009] Preferably, the bottom of the sedimentation zone is provided with several parallel sludge discharge troughs. The sludge discharge troughs are trapezoidal, and sludge discharge pipes are installed inside the sludge discharge troughs. The sludge discharge pipes are connected to sludge discharge pumps. The sludge discharge end of the sludge discharge pumps is fixed at the port of the water inlet channel through the water inlet zone and the water inlet channel.

[0010] Preferably, the sedimentation zone is provided with an inlet baffle and an outlet baffle. One end of the inlet baffle is connected to the top of the inner side of the lower treatment zone, and the other end of the inlet baffle forms an inlet with the bottom of the inner side of the lower treatment zone. One end of the outlet baffle is connected to the bottom of the inner side of the lower treatment zone, and the other end of the outlet baffle forms an outlet with the top of the inner side of the lower treatment zone. An inclined plate frame is provided between the inlet baffle and the outlet baffle. The inclined plate frame includes a fixed filter plate, and several inclined plates are arranged side by side on the lower side of the fixed filter plate.

[0011] Preferably, a lifting device is provided on the water outlet baffle, and a water suction nozzle is provided on the lifting device. The water suction nozzle is connected to the water storage pump through a pipe. A water level sensor is provided on the fixed filter plate. The water level sensor is electrically connected to the lifting device and adjusts the height of the water suction nozzle according to the actual water level.

[0012] Preferably, a filter plate is installed in the water inlet channel.

[0013] Preferably, an I-beam support frame is provided at the bottom of the lower processing area.

[0014] Therefore, the beneficial effects of the underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities described above are as follows: (1) Rainwater is stored after sedimentation treatment and is equipped with inclined plate racks to improve sedimentation efficiency and water quality for reuse. The structure is simple and the cost is low.

[0015] (2) Water storage capsules are used for water storage. The water storage capsules are set in the second water supply culvert, which takes up little area and improves the water storage capacity.

[0016] The technical solution of the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an underground integrated pipe gallery structure for rainwater storage in sponge cities according to the present invention; Figure 2 This is a distribution diagram of the regulating pipe gallery box culvert and the water storage pipe gallery box culvert of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the regulating pipe gallery box culvert structure of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the water storage pipe gallery box culvert structure of the present invention. Figure 5 This is a front view of the regulating pipe gallery box culvert of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the water-retaining capsule structure of the present invention.

[0018] Figure Labels 1. Water storage tunnel box culvert; 11. First flood control culvert; 12. First power culvert; 13. First water supply culvert; 14. First gas culvert; 15. First flood control through-hole; 16. Inlet channel; 17. Filter plate; 18. Outlet channel; 19. Through-hole; 2. Water storage tunnel box culvert; 21. Second flood control culvert; 22. Second power culvert; 23. Second water supply culvert; 24. Second gas culvert; 25. Second flood control through-hole; 3. Inlet area; 4. Sedimentation area ; 41. Sludge discharge trough; 42. Sludge discharge pipe; 43. Sludge discharge pump; 44. Inlet baffle; 45. Outlet baffle; 46. Fixed filter plate; 47. Inclined plate; 5. Outlet area; 6. I-beam support frame; 7. Water storage pump; 8. Water storage capsule; 81. Flexible capsule body; 82. Upper protective plate; 83. Lower protective plate; 84. Support plate; 85. First protective plate; 86. Second protective plate; 9. Discharge pump; 10. Lifting device; 101. Suction nozzle; 102. Water level sensor. Detailed Implementation

[0019] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product is in use. They are used only for the convenience of describing the invention and 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. In the description of this invention, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," and "connect" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.

[0020] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0021] like Figures 1-2 As shown, an underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities includes a storage pipe gallery box culvert 1 and a water storage pipe gallery box culvert 2. Several water storage pipe gallery box culverts 2 are arranged side by side to form a water storage pipe gallery body, and a storage pipe gallery box culvert 1 is arranged between adjacent water storage pipe gallery bodies.

[0022] Both the regulating pipe gallery box culvert 1 and the water storage pipe gallery box culvert 2 include an upper functional area and a lower treatment area. The lower treatment area includes an inlet area 3, a sedimentation area 4 and an outlet area 5 arranged in sequence. The inlet area 3 of the regulating water treatment area is connected to the inlet channel 16. A filter plate 17 is installed in the inlet channel 16 to perform preliminary filtration of rainwater.

[0023] The water storage tunnel box culvert 1 and the water storage tunnel box culvert 2 have similar structures, such as Figure 3 As shown, the upper functional area of ​​the regulating pipe gallery box culvert 1 includes a first flood control culvert 11. Above the first flood control culvert 11, a first power culvert 12, a first water supply culvert 13, and a first gas culvert 14 are sequentially arranged. A first flood control through-hole 15 is provided between the first power culvert 12, the first water supply culvert 13, and the first gas culvert 14 and the flood control culvert. A water outlet channel 18 is provided on the first water supply culvert 13. Figure 4 As shown, the upper functional area of ​​the water storage pipe gallery box culvert 2 includes a second flood control culvert 21. A second power culvert 22, a second water supply culvert 23, and a second gas culvert 24 are sequentially arranged above the second flood control culvert 21. A second flood control through hole 25 is arranged between the second power culvert 22, the second water supply culvert 23, the second gas culvert 24 and the second flood control culvert 21. A water storage capsule 8 is installed in the second water supply culvert 23. The sedimentation area 4 in the water storage pipe gallery box culvert 2 is also equipped with inclined plate 47.

[0024] like Figure 5 As shown, a water storage pump 7 is installed in the effluent zone 5 of the water storage treatment area. The water storage pump 7 is connected to the water storage capsule 8 in the water storage pipe gallery culvert 2 through a pipeline. A call pump 9 is installed in the water storage capsule 8. The call pump 9 is connected to the effluent channel 18 of the water storage pipe gallery culvert 1 through a pipeline. Several parallel sludge discharge troughs 41 are provided at the bottom of the sedimentation zone 4. The sludge discharge troughs 41 are trapezoidal. Sludge discharge pipes 42 are installed in the sludge discharge troughs 41. The sludge discharge pipes 42 are connected to sludge discharge pumps 43. The sludge discharge end of the sludge discharge pump 43 is fixed at the port of the water inlet channel 16 through the water inlet zone 3 and the water inlet channel 16. The sedimentation zone 4 is equipped with an inlet baffle 44 and an outlet baffle 45. One end of the inlet baffle 44 is connected to the top of the inner side of the lower treatment zone, and the other end forms an inlet with the bottom of the inner side of the lower treatment zone. One end of the outlet baffle 45 is connected to the bottom of the inner side of the lower treatment zone, and the other end forms an outlet with the top of the inner side of the lower treatment zone. An inclined plate frame 47 is installed between the inlet baffle 44 and the outlet baffle 45 to improve the sedimentation effect. The inclined plate frame 47 includes a fixed filter plate 46, and several inclined plates 47 are arranged side by side below the fixed filter plate 46. Utilizing the laminar flow principle, the water flows between the plates with a very small hydraulic radius, exhibiting a laminar flow state, which is extremely beneficial for sedimentation. This increases the area of ​​the sedimentation tank, thereby improving sedimentation efficiency. It also shortens the particle settling distance, greatly reducing the sedimentation time. The re-agglomeration of flocculent particles within the inclined plate 47 promotes further particle growth, further improving sedimentation efficiency. A lifting device 10 is installed on the outlet baffle 45, and a suction nozzle 101 is installed on the lifting device 10. The suction nozzle 101 is connected to the water storage pump 7 through a pipe. A water level sensor 102 is installed on the fixed filter plate 46, and the water level sensor 102 is electrically connected to the lifting device 10. The height of the suction nozzle 101 is adjusted according to the actual water level. One-way valves are installed in both the first flood control through-hole 15 and the second flood control through-hole 25. One-way valves are also installed between the first flood control culvert 11 and the lower treatment area, and between the second flood control culvert 21 and the lower treatment area. A through-hole 19 is installed between the first flood control culvert 11 and the lower treatment area. The pipe of the water storage pump 7 passes through the through-hole 19 (sealed with sealant) and connects to the water storage capsule 8. Figure 6As shown, the water storage capsule 8 includes a flexible capsule body 81 (made of rubber). An upper protective plate 82 and a lower protective plate 83 are respectively provided at the top and bottom of the flexible capsule body 81. Support plates 84 are provided at both ends of the upper protective plate 82 to prevent damage caused by squeezing the flexible capsule body 81. A first protective plate 85 and a second protective plate 86 are provided on both sides of the flexible capsule body 81. One end of the first protective plate 85 is hinged to the upper protective plate 82, and the other end of the first protective plate 85 is hinged to one end of the second protective plate 86 via a torsion spring. The other end of the second protective plate 86 is hinged to the lower protective plate 83. This protects the flexible capsule body 81 and improves its service life. The water storage capsule 8 enhances water storage capacity. Rainwater enters the sedimentation zone 4 through the inlet channel 16 and the inlet area 3 for sedimentation. After sedimentation, the upper clear water is drawn into the water storage capsule 8 by the water storage pump 7 for storage. When water needs to be used, it is drawn out by the dispensing pump 9 for irrigation, dust removal, etc. An I-beam support frame 6 is provided at the bottom of the lower treatment area to improve support strength.

[0025] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention and not to limit them. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can still be made to the technical solutions of the present invention, and these modifications or equivalent substitutions cannot cause the modified technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the present invention.

Claims

1. An underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities, characterized in that: It includes a regulating pipe gallery box culvert and a water storage pipe gallery box culvert. Several water storage pipe gallery box culverts are arranged side by side to form a water storage pipe gallery body. A regulating pipe gallery box culvert is set between adjacent water storage pipe galleries. Both the regulating pipe gallery box culvert and the water storage pipe gallery box culvert include an upper functional area and a lower treatment area. The lower treatment area includes an inlet area, a sedimentation area and an outlet area arranged in sequence. The inlet area of ​​the regulating water treatment area is connected to the inlet channel. A water storage pump is installed in the outlet area of ​​the regulating water treatment area. The water storage pump is connected to the water storage capsule in the water storage pipe gallery box culvert through a pipeline. A call pump is installed in the water storage capsule. The call pump is connected to the outlet channel of the regulating pipe gallery box culvert through a pipeline.

2. The underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper functional area of ​​the regulating pipe gallery box culvert includes the first flood control culvert. Above the first flood control culvert, the first power culvert, the first water supply culvert, and the first gas culvert are arranged in sequence. The first flood control through hole is arranged between the first power culvert, the first water supply culvert, the first gas culvert and the flood control culvert. The first water supply culvert is provided with a water outlet channel.

3. The underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities according to claim 2, characterized in that: The upper functional area of ​​the water storage tunnel box culvert includes a second flood control culvert. Above the second flood control culvert, there are a second power culvert, a second water supply culvert, and a second gas culvert arranged in sequence. A second flood control through hole is provided between the second power culvert, the second water supply culvert, the second gas culvert, and the second flood control culvert. A water storage capsule is installed inside the second water supply culvert.

4. The underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities according to claim 3, characterized in that: Both the first and second flood control through-holes are equipped with one-way valves. One-way valves are also installed between the first flood control culvert and the lower treatment area, as well as between the second flood control culvert and the lower treatment area. A through-hole is installed between the first flood control culvert and the lower treatment area, through which the water storage pump's pipeline passes and connects to the water storage capsule.

5. The underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities according to claim 4, characterized in that: The water-storing capsule includes a flexible capsule body. An upper protective plate and a lower protective plate are respectively provided at the top and bottom of the flexible capsule body. Support plates are provided at both ends of the upper protective plate. A first protective plate and a second protective plate are provided on both sides of the flexible capsule body. One end of the first protective plate is hinged to the upper protective plate, and the other end of the first protective plate is hinged to one end of the second protective plate through a torsion spring. The other end of the second protective plate is hinged to the lower protective plate.

6. The underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities according to claim 5, characterized in that: The bottom of the sedimentation zone is equipped with several parallel sludge discharge troughs. The sludge discharge troughs are trapezoidal and contain sludge discharge pipes. The sludge discharge pipes are connected to sludge discharge pumps. The sludge discharge end of the sludge discharge pumps is fixed at the port of the water inlet channel through the water inlet area and the water inlet channel.

7. The underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities according to claim 6, characterized in that: The sedimentation zone is equipped with an inlet baffle and an outlet baffle. One end of the inlet baffle is connected to the top of the inner side of the lower treatment zone, and the other end of the inlet baffle is connected to the bottom of the inner side of the lower treatment zone to form an inlet. One end of the outlet baffle is connected to the bottom of the inner side of the lower treatment zone, and the other end of the outlet baffle is connected to the top of the inner side of the lower treatment zone to form an outlet. An inclined plate frame is provided between the inlet baffle and the outlet baffle. The inclined plate frame includes a fixed filter plate, and several inclined plates are arranged side by side on the lower side of the fixed filter plate.

8. The underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities according to claim 7, characterized in that: A lifting device is installed on the water outlet baffle, and a water suction nozzle is installed on the lifting device. The water suction nozzle is connected to the water storage pump through a pipe. A water level sensor is installed on the fixed filter plate, and the water level sensor is electrically connected to the lifting device. The height of the water suction nozzle is adjusted according to the actual water level.

9. The underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities according to claim 8, characterized in that: A filter plate is installed inside the water inlet channel.

10. The underground integrated pipe gallery for rainwater storage in sponge cities according to claim 8, characterized in that: The bottom of the lower processing area is equipped with an I-beam support frame.

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