Container reinforcing assembly and container reinforcing system comprising same

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of container reinforcing, in particular to a container reinforcing assembly and a container reinforcing system comprising the same. The container reinforcing assembly comprises a hook, and the hook is fixedly arranged at the output end of a telescopic mechanism; one end of the telescopic mechanism away from the hook is fixedly arranged on the dip angle adjusting mechanism; the end, away from the telescopic mechanism, of the dip angle adjusting mechanism is fixedly arranged on the horizontal rotating mechanism. The inclination angle adjusting mechanism is used for driving the telescopic mechanism to rotate in a plane perpendicular to the top surface of the deck; the end, away from the dip angle adjusting mechanism, of the horizontal rotating mechanism is fixed to the deck top face. The reinforcing time of a single container is greatly shortened, the overall reinforcing efficiency can be multiplied for reinforcing tasks of multiple containers of a large container ship, the staying time of the ship in a port is effectively shortened, and the logistics transportation turnover speed is increased. According to the container reinforcing system, the labor intensity of workers is greatly reduced, and omissions and errors caused by factors such as fatigue and attention of manual operation are effectively reduced.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of container reinforcement, in particular to a container reinforcement assembly and a container reinforcement system comprising the same. BACKGROUND

[0002] Container ships are developing rapidly in the direction of large-scale and intelligent. During the loading and unloading operation of container ships, traditional manual operation is gradually being replaced by automatic mechanical operation, and related tools are also developing rapidly towards automation.

[0003] Currently, the carrying capacity of large container ships has exceeded 24,000 TEUs. Whether the containers on the deck of the ship are securely fixed relates to the safety of ship transportation and the safety of the carried goods. Currently, containers on the deck are stacked between two reinforcement frames. In addition to the secure connection of the container twist lock between layers, manual fixing of the container feet on the fixed platform through the pull rod is also required to ensure that the containers do not fall or the cargo pile collapses during the ship's journey. The reinforcement process has high labor intensity, high risk coefficient, low efficiency, and is prone to omissions or errors.

[0004] To improve the efficiency of container ship loading and unloading reinforcement, an automatic container reinforcement system is needed to replace the traditional manual reinforcement pull rod to achieve the automation of container ship loading and unloading and reinforcement, reduce the labor intensity of port loading and unloading operation, achieve high safety during the loading and unloading reinforcement process, improve the reinforcement efficiency, avoid the occurrence of container falling or pile collapse caused by human omissions or errors, and lay a foundation for the development of highly automated and intelligent container ship transportation. SUMMARY

[0005] In view of the problem that the existing container reinforcement system is manually operated and lacks automatic container reinforcement devices and systems, the present application provides a container reinforcement assembly and a container reinforcement system comprising the same.

[0006] To solve the above problems, the technical scheme adopted by the present application is, A container securing component includes a hook fixedly mounted on the output end of a telescopic mechanism; the end of the telescopic mechanism away from the hook is fixedly mounted on a tilt adjustment mechanism; the end of the tilt adjustment mechanism away from the telescopic mechanism is fixedly mounted on a horizontal rotation mechanism; the tilt adjustment mechanism drives the telescopic mechanism to rotate in a plane perpendicular to the top surface of the deck; the end of the horizontal rotation mechanism away from the tilt adjustment mechanism is fixed to the top surface of the deck. This container securing component, through the automated coordinated operation of the telescopic mechanism, tilt adjustment mechanism, and horizontal rotation mechanism, can quickly and accurately deliver the hook to the container locking hole position. Compared to manual operation, it significantly shortens the securing time of a single container. For securing numerous containers on large container ships, it can exponentially improve overall securing efficiency, effectively reducing the ship's time spent in port and increasing the speed of logistics and transportation turnover. Manually securing containers on the ship's deck using tie rods poses a constant safety threat to workers, including the risk of falls from heights, due to the swaying of the ship during navigation. This container securing component is installed on the deck top, eliminating the need for manual operation at dangerous deck edges or heights. This fundamentally avoids the risk of personnel falling due to ship swaying, greatly ensuring the safety of port loading and unloading personnel. Manually securing containers with tie rods for extended periods is extremely labor-intensive. This container securing component, through automated operation, requires only commands from the control terminal, and each mechanism automatically completes its corresponding actions, significantly reducing manual labor and the intensity of port loading and unloading operations, freeing workers from heavy physical labor. Manual operation is susceptible to fatigue and lack of focus, easily leading to oversights or errors, resulting in containers not being securely fixed. The precise mechanical structure and control program of this container securing component ensure accurate completion of securing actions every time, provided the initial settings are correct. This effectively avoids risks such as containers falling or cargo stacks collapsing due to human negligence, significantly improving the safety and stability of container ship transportation. As a key component of the automated container securing system, this container securing component lays the foundation for the full automation of container ship loading, unloading, and securing. Working in conjunction with other automated equipment on ships, it helps to build an efficient and intelligent ship loading and unloading operation system, and promotes the container shipping industry toward a high degree of automation and intelligence.

[0007] Preferably, the telescopic mechanism includes an electric push rod; a hook is fixedly mounted on the piston rod end of the electric push rod; and the cylinder of the electric push rod is fixedly mounted on the tilt adjustment mechanism. The electric push rod can precisely adjust the extension and retraction length of the piston rod through the control system, enabling precise control of the hook's alignment with the container's locking hole according to the position and size of different containers. Compared to traditional manual adjustment methods, this greatly improves the accuracy and consistency of the reinforcement operation, further enhancing the reinforcement effect and safety. The electric push rod has a relatively simple structure and a high degree of component standardization. In case of malfunction, it is easy to inspect, repair, and replace parts, reducing the difficulty and cost of equipment maintenance, improving equipment availability and service life, and ensuring the continuous and efficient operation of container reinforcement.

[0008] Preferably, the tilt adjustment mechanism includes a mounting base; a cylinder with an electric push rod fixedly mounted on the top surface of the mounting base; a fixed seat hinged to the bottom surface of the mounting base; a drive assembly connected to the mounting base for rotating the mounting base around the hinge point between it and the fixed seat; and the fixed seat mounted on a horizontal rotation mechanism. The mounting base and fixed seat are connected by a hinge, which not only ensures the flexibility of tilt adjustment but also provides a stable support structure for the entire mechanism. During ship navigation, regardless of any turbulence or swaying, the hinge structure effectively disperses stress, ensuring the tilt adjustment mechanism maintains stable operation and thus guaranteeing the reliability of the entire reinforcement bar system. The drive assembly allows the mounting base to rotate flexibly around the hinge point, resulting in a wider range of angle adjustment in the vertical direction. This feature allows the reinforcement bar to adapt to containers of different models and stacking methods. Whether it is a standard container or a container of special specifications, it can achieve efficient reinforcement through precise angle adjustment, greatly improving the versatility and applicability of the equipment.

[0009] Preferably, the horizontal rotation mechanism includes an electric rotating platform; the output end of the electric rotating platform is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the fixed base; the lower end of the electric rotating platform is fixedly mounted on the top surface of the deck. The electric rotating platform of the horizontal rotation mechanism can rotate 360° flexibly, allowing the reinforcement rod to cover a wider range in the horizontal direction. This feature enables the reinforcement rod to adapt to containers of different models and stacking methods. Whether it is a standard container or a container of special specifications, it can achieve efficient reinforcement through precise horizontal and vertical adjustments, greatly improving the versatility and applicability of the equipment.

[0010] Preferably, a hinge shaft is fixedly mounted on the bottom surface of the mounting base; a hinged seat is mounted on the top surface of the fixed base in conjunction with the hinge shaft; the drive assembly includes an electric turntable; the electric turntable is fixedly mounted on the hinged seat, and the output shaft of the electric turntable is connected to the hinge shaft. This enables the tilt adjustment mechanism to have high-precision and flexible rotation capabilities. The electric turntable has stable power output and can precisely control the rotation angle of the hinge shaft, thereby driving the mounting base and connected components to precisely adjust the angle, ensuring that the hook is quickly and accurately aligned with the container lock hole in the vertical direction, greatly improving the reinforcement efficiency and accuracy. At the same time, the structure is robust and reliable, reducing maintenance difficulty and enhancing the adaptability and reliability of the entire reinforcement bar system in complex operating environments.

[0011] Preferably, the hook is J-shaped. The J-shaped hook design is highly compatible with the shape and position of the container's lock hole, enabling quick and precise engagement, greatly improving reinforcement efficiency. Simultaneously, the J-shaped structure forms a stable locking state after engagement, effectively preventing accidental disengagement due to turbulence and shaking during ship navigation, significantly enhancing the stability of container reinforcement and reducing safety risks caused by hook loosening during transportation. Furthermore, this simple and standardized shape facilitates manufacturing and subsequent maintenance and replacement, helping to reduce overall costs and improve the equipment's practicality and versatility.

[0012] Preferably, the hook is connected to the piston rod of the electric actuator via a buffer assembly. When the electric actuator pushes the hook to extend or retract, and when vibrations occur during ship movement, the buffer assembly effectively absorbs and mitigates the impact. This prevents damage to the electric actuator piston rod from excessive instantaneous tension or pressure, extending the electric actuator's lifespan and reducing equipment maintenance and replacement costs. It also protects the hook from deformation or damage due to excessive impact from a rigid connection, ensuring the hook always maintains good engagement performance.

[0013] Preferably, the buffer assembly includes a round rod fixedly mounted on the piston rod of the electric push rod; a blind hole is provided on the upper part of the round rod; a spring is fixedly mounted on the bottom surface of the blind hole; a connecting seat is fixedly connected to the end of the spring away from the bottom surface of the blind hole; and a hook is fixedly connected to the connecting seat. The round rod is fixed to the piston rod of the electric push rod, the spring in the blind hole is connected to the connecting seat, and the hook is fixed to the connecting seat, so that the spring can effectively buffer the impact force when the electric push rod extends or retracts and when the ship is rocking or vibrating. This avoids damage to the electric push rod piston rod due to excessive tension or pressure, extending its service life and reducing maintenance and replacement costs. It also prevents the hook from deforming or being damaged due to rigid connection, ensuring that the hook always maintains good hooking performance. Simultaneously, it stabilizes the connection between the hook and the electric push rod, ensuring the accuracy and smoothness of the reinforcement operation, without affecting the operational flexibility and automated operation of the reinforcement rod.

[0014] A container securing system includes several container securing components as described above; four securing components are arranged for each container; two securing components are arranged on each side of the length of each container; the hooks of each securing component are connected to the locking holes of the container; the container securing system also includes a tension sensor; the tension sensor is mounted on the hook; the tension sensor is connected to a controller via a communicator; the controller is electrically connected to a telescopic mechanism, a tilt adjustment mechanism, and a horizontal rotation mechanism. This container securing system, with its ingenious layout of four securing rods corresponding to one container and symmetrically arranged on both sides of the container's length, can evenly distribute the force, greatly enhancing the stability of the container from a structural mechanics perspective, ensuring the container remains stable even in complex sea conditions. The coordinated work of several securing rods allows for simultaneous securing of numerous containers, significantly improving overall securing efficiency, effectively reducing ship dwell time in port, and accelerating logistics and transportation turnover. The tension sensor installed on the hook is connected to the controller via a communicator, enabling real-time and accurate monitoring of the hook tension. The data is then fed back to the controller, which precisely adjusts the telescopic, tilting, and horizontal rotation mechanisms based on the actual tension. This prevents containers from loosening and slipping due to uneven or excessive tension, ensuring comprehensive safety during ship transport. Furthermore, it prevents reinforcement errors caused by improper force, improving reinforcement quality. Simultaneously, the controller electrically connects all mechanisms, achieving fully automated control. Personnel only need to monitor the controller, significantly reducing manual labor intensity and effectively minimizing oversights and errors caused by fatigue or lack of focus during manual operation. Moreover, when individual reinforcement rods or tension sensors malfunction, they can be quickly disassembled and replaced without affecting the overall system operation, making maintenance more convenient. It also boasts strong compatibility with the ship's overall automation system, powerfully promoting the development of container ship loading, unloading, and reinforcement towards high automation and intelligence, comprehensively enhancing the ship's intelligence level.

[0015] Preferably, the two container reinforcement components on one side of the container are arranged in a cross configuration. This creates a more stable triangular support from a mechanical structure perspective, greatly enhancing the container's fixation effect and effectively reducing the risk of container displacement or even falling off when the ship is rocking, thus ensuring comprehensive transportation safety. The cross-force application allows for more balanced stress on the container, reducing reinforcement errors caused by uneven stress and improving the accuracy and reliability of reinforcement. Simultaneously, when adapted to automated systems, it enables the controller to more precisely control the movement of each lever, improving the coordination and accuracy of automated operations. Furthermore, this layout is clear, with each component relatively independent, facilitating the location and inspection of problematic parts during maintenance. It also allows for better adaptation to various container sizes and stacking positions through different angle adjustments, meeting diverse reinforcement needs. In addition, the distributed force characteristic reduces the impact force borne by individual reinforcement levers and components, protecting equipment parts and extending the overall service life of the equipment.

[0016] As can be seen from the above technical solutions, the advantages of this invention are as follows: This solution provides a container reinforcement component that, through the coordinated operation of an automated telescopic mechanism, tilt adjustment mechanism, and horizontal rotation mechanism, can quickly and accurately deliver the hook to the container locking hole position. Compared with manual operation, it greatly shortens the reinforcement time of a single container. For the reinforcement of numerous containers on large container ships, it can multiply the overall reinforcement efficiency, effectively reduce the ship's stay in port, and improve the speed of logistics and transportation turnover. Manually securing containers on the ship's deck with tie rods poses a constant safety threat to workers, including falls from heights, due to the swaying of the ship during navigation. This container reinforcement component is installed on the top of the deck, eliminating the need for manual operation at dangerous deck edges or heights, fundamentally avoiding the risk of falls due to ship swaying, and greatly ensuring the personal safety of port loading and unloading personnel. Manually performing tie rod reinforcement work for extended periods is extremely labor-intensive. This container securing component operates through mechanized automation. Operators only need to issue commands from the control terminal, and each mechanism automatically completes its corresponding actions, significantly reducing manual labor and the intensity of port loading and unloading operations, freeing workers from heavy physical labor. Manual operation is susceptible to fatigue and lack of focus, easily leading to oversights or errors, resulting in containers not being securely fixed. In contrast, the operation of each mechanism in this container securing component is ensured by precise mechanical structures and control programs. As long as the initial settings are correct, it can accurately complete the securing action every time, effectively avoiding the risks of containers falling or cargo stacks collapsing due to human negligence, significantly improving the safety and stability of container ship transportation. As a key component of the automated container securing system, this container securing component lays the foundation for the full automation of container ship loading, unloading, and securing. Working in conjunction with other automated equipment on ships, it helps build an efficient and intelligent ship loading and unloading operation system, driving the container shipping industry towards a high degree of automation and intelligence.

[0017] This solution also provides a container reinforcement system. With its ingenious layout of four reinforcement components corresponding to one container, symmetrically arranged on both sides of the container's length, it evenly distributes force, significantly enhancing the stability of the container from a structural mechanics perspective, ensuring stability even in complex sea conditions. Several reinforcement components work collaboratively, allowing for simultaneous reinforcement of numerous containers, significantly improving overall reinforcement efficiency, effectively reducing ship dwell time in port, and accelerating logistics turnover. Tension sensors on the hooks, connected to the controller via a communicator, can accurately monitor the hook tension in real time and feed the data back to the controller. The controller then precisely adjusts the telescopic mechanism, tilt adjustment mechanism, and horizontal rotation mechanism based on the actual tension. This prevents containers from loosening and slipping due to uneven or excessive tension, ensuring comprehensive ship transport safety, and also prevents reinforcement errors caused by improper force, improving reinforcement quality. Simultaneously, the controller electrically connects to all mechanisms, achieving fully automated control. Personnel only need to monitor the controller, greatly reducing manual labor intensity and effectively minimizing oversights and errors caused by fatigue and lack of attention during manual operation. Furthermore, when individual container reinforcement components or tensile sensors malfunction, they can be quickly disassembled and replaced without affecting the overall system operation, making maintenance more convenient. They are also highly compatible with the ship's overall automation system, which strongly promotes the development of container ship loading, unloading and reinforcement towards a high degree of automation and intelligence, and comprehensively improves the ship's intelligence level. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solution of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the description will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Embodiment 1 of the present invention. Figure 1 .

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Embodiment 1 of the present invention. Figure 2 .

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the buffer component in Embodiment 1 of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Embodiment 2 of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged diagram of point A in the middle.

[0024] Explanation of main figure symbols 1-Hook, 2-Deck, 3-Electric push rod, 4-Mounting seat, 5-Fixed seat, 6-Electric rotating platform, 7-Electric turntable, 8-Round rod, 9-Spring, 10-Connecting seat, 11-Container; 401-Hinge shaft, 501-Hinge seat. Detailed Implementation

[0025] To make the objectives, features, and advantages of this invention more apparent and understandable, the technical solutions of this invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the specific embodiments. Obviously, the embodiments described below are only some embodiments of this invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this patent, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this patent.

[0026] Example 1 like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a container reinforcement component includes a hook 1, which is fixedly mounted on the output end of a telescopic mechanism; the end of the telescopic mechanism away from the hook 1 is fixedly mounted on a tilt adjustment mechanism; the end of the tilt adjustment mechanism away from the telescopic mechanism is fixedly mounted on a horizontal rotation mechanism; the tilt adjustment mechanism is used to drive the telescopic mechanism to rotate in a plane perpendicular to the top surface of the deck 2; the end of the horizontal rotation mechanism away from the tilt adjustment mechanism is fixed to the top surface of the deck 2.

[0027] Through the coordinated operation of automated telescopic, tilting, and horizontal rotation mechanisms, the hooks can be quickly and accurately delivered to the locking positions of container 11. Compared to manual operation, this significantly reduces the securing time for a single container 11. For securing numerous containers on large container ships, it can exponentially increase overall securing efficiency, effectively reducing ship dwell time in port and improving logistics turnover speed. Previously, manually securing container 11 on the ship's deck 2 using tie rods posed a constant safety threat of falls due to the ship's swaying during navigation. This container securing component, installed on the top surface of deck 2, eliminates the need for manual operation at dangerous deck edges or heights, fundamentally avoiding the risk of falls due to ship swaying and greatly ensuring the safety of port loading and unloading personnel. Manual tie rod securing work is extremely labor-intensive. This container securing component, through automated mechanical operation, requires only commands from the control terminal, and each mechanism automatically completes its corresponding actions, significantly reducing manual labor consumption and the intensity of manual labor in port loading and unloading operations, freeing workers from heavy physical labor. Manual operation is susceptible to oversights and errors due to fatigue and lack of focus, leading to insecure container securing. In contrast, the container securing component operates with precise mechanical structures and control programs. As long as the initial settings are correct, it can accurately complete the securing action each time, effectively avoiding the risks of container falling or cargo stack collapse caused by human negligence in ship transportation, significantly improving the safety and stability of container ship transportation. As a key component of the automated container securing system, this container securing component lays the foundation for the full automation of container ship loading, unloading, and securing. Working in conjunction with other automated equipment on the ship, it helps build an efficient and intelligent ship loading and unloading operation system, driving the container transportation industry towards high automation and intelligence. The hook 1 is J-shaped. The J-shaped hook design has a high degree of compatibility with the shape and position of the lock hole on container 11, enabling quick and precise engagement with the lock hole, greatly improving securing efficiency. Meanwhile, the J-shaped structure forms a stable interlocking state after connection, effectively preventing the hooks from accidentally disengaging due to turbulence and swaying during ship navigation. This significantly enhances the stability of container reinforcement and reduces the safety risks caused by loose hooks during transportation. Moreover, this simple and standardized shape facilitates manufacturing and subsequent maintenance and replacement, helping to reduce overall costs and improve the practicality and versatility of the equipment.

[0028] In the above configuration, the telescopic mechanism includes an electric push rod 3; a hook 1 is fixedly mounted on the piston rod end of the electric push rod 3; the cylinder of the electric push rod 3 is fixedly mounted on the tilt adjustment mechanism. The tilt adjustment mechanism includes a mounting base 4; the cylinder of the electric push rod 3 is fixedly mounted on the top surface of the mounting base 4; a fixed seat 5 is hinged to the bottom surface of the mounting base 4; a drive assembly is connected to the mounting base 4 to drive the mounting base 4 to rotate around its hinge point with the fixed seat 5; the fixed seat 5 is mounted on the horizontal rotation mechanism. The horizontal rotation mechanism includes an electric rotating platform 6; the output end of the electric rotating platform 6 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the fixed seat 5; the lower end of the electric rotating platform 6 is fixedly mounted on the top surface of the deck 2. A hinge shaft 401 is fixedly mounted on the bottom surface of the mounting base 4; a hinge seat 501 is mounted on the top surface of the fixed seat 5 in conjunction with the hinge shaft 401; the drive assembly includes an electric turntable 7; the electric turntable 7 is fixedly mounted on the hinge seat 501, and the output shaft of the electric turntable 7 is connected to the hinge shaft 401.

[0029] When container reinforcement is required, the entire system operates sequentially. First, the horizontal rotation mechanism starts working. The electric rotating platform 6 receives instructions from the controller, and its output drives the fixed base 5, which is fixedly connected to it, to rotate, thereby causing the entire container reinforcement assembly to rotate horizontally and adjust to the corresponding position of the container 11. Subsequently, the tilt adjustment mechanism is activated. The output shaft of the electric turntable 7 drives the hinge shaft 401 to rotate. Since the hinge shaft 401 is fixed to the bottom surface of the mounting base 4, this causes the mounting base 4 to rotate around its hinge point with the fixed base 5, causing the cylinder of the electric push rod 3 fixed on the top surface of the mounting base 4 to rotate in a plane perpendicular to the top surface of the deck 2, so that the hook 1 is aligned with the lock hole of the container 11. The telescopic mechanism then takes effect. The piston rod of the electric push rod 3 extends, causing the hook 1 fixed at its end to insert into the lock hole of the container. After the hooking is completed, the electric push rod 3 reverses its action, tightening the piston rod, completing the container reinforcement operation. When the reinforcement needs to be removed, the mechanisms operate in reverse order. The electric push rod 3 first extends the piston rod to disengage the hook 1 from the locking hole of the container 11. Then the tilt adjustment mechanism and the horizontal rotation mechanism rotate the container reinforcement components away from the container 11 position to make room for loading and unloading operations.

[0030] Each component has a clear division of labor and works efficiently and collaboratively. From horizontal turning to vertical angle adjustment, and then to reinforcement with telescopic hook 1, the entire process is swift and smooth. Compared to traditional manual operation, this significantly reduces the reinforcement time for a single container. For the reinforcement of numerous containers on large ships, it can exponentially improve overall operational efficiency, effectively reduce the ship's time spent in port, and accelerate logistics and transportation turnover. Installed on the top surface of deck 2, workers do not need to manually operate from the dangerous edges or high places of deck 2. Furthermore, during ship navigation, even in severe sea conditions, the robust structural design of each component, such as the hinged structure of mounting base 4 and fixed base 5, and the fixing method of electric rotating platform 6 to deck 2, ensures reliable operation during swaying and rolling, reducing safety risks caused by equipment failure or improper operation, and ensuring the safety of ship transportation. Electric rotating platform 6, electric turntable 7, and electric push rod 3 can all accurately receive controller commands to achieve precise angle rotation and length extension. The electric turntable 7 precisely controls the rotation angle of the mounting base 4, aligning the hook 1 with the lock hole; the electric rotating platform 6 precisely controls the horizontal steering angle, ensuring the container reinforcement components are accurately aligned with the target container 11; the electric push rod 3 precisely adjusts the extension and retraction length of the piston rod, ensuring a tight and precise connection between the hook 1 and the lock hole, greatly improving the accuracy and consistency of the reinforcement operation and enhancing the reinforcement quality. The entire reinforcement process is fully automated by each mechanism, requiring only instructions from the control terminal, eliminating the need for manual operation. The electric push rod 3 requires no additional physical effort from personnel; the electric turntable 7 of the tilt adjustment mechanism and the electric rotating platform 6 of the horizontal rotation mechanism automatically control rotation, comprehensively reducing manual labor intensity and freeing personnel from heavy physical labor. The mounting base 4 and the fixed base 5 are connected by a hinge shaft 401 and a hinged seat 501. This hinged structure provides stable support for the tilt adjustment mechanism and effectively disperses stress. The lower end of the electric rotating platform 6 is firmly fixed to the top surface of the deck 2, providing a stable base for the entire reinforcement rod system. All components are securely connected, maintaining good performance even under prolonged and frequent use and harsh environments, reducing the frequency of failures and extending the equipment's lifespan. The horizontal rotation mechanism can rotate 360° flexibly, allowing the reinforcement rod to cover a wider area horizontally; the tilt adjustment mechanism allows for a wide range of angle adjustment of the reinforcement rod vertically. This flexibility enables the reinforcement system to adapt to containers of different models, sizes, and stacking methods. Whether it is a standard container or a special-sized container, it can achieve efficient reinforcement through precise adjustments, greatly improving the equipment's versatility and applicability.

[0031] In other alternative embodiments, a hydraulic telescopic rod can be used as an alternative telescopic mechanism. The hydraulic telescopic rod is filled with hydraulic oil, and the oil flow is controlled by a hydraulic pump, which drives the piston and the connected telescopic rod to extend and retract. In a container securing scenario, its working process is as follows: When the controller issues an extension command, the hydraulic pump injects hydraulic oil into the cylinder of the telescopic rod. The oil pressure pushes the piston, causing the telescopic rod to extend outward, moving the hook towards the container's locking hole. After the hook is engaged, the hydraulic pump reverses its operation, extracting the oil from the cylinder, causing the telescopic rod to retract, and tightening the hook to achieve securing. However, the corresponding hydraulic oil supply system is complex and bulky, making it difficult to promote.

[0032] In other alternative embodiments, in the tilt adjustment mechanism, one end of the hinge shaft 401 is keyed to a gear 1, which meshes with a gear 2, and the gear 2 is connected to an electric turntable 7.

[0033] In other alternative embodiments, the horizontal rotation mechanism is replaced by a hydraulic turntable. However, the corresponding hydraulic oil supply system is complex and bulky, making it difficult to implement widely.

[0034] like Figure 3 As shown, hook 1 is connected to the piston rod of electric push rod 3 via a buffer assembly. The buffer assembly includes a round rod 8 fixedly mounted on the piston rod of electric push rod 3; a blind hole is provided on the upper part of the round rod 8; a spring 9 is fixedly mounted on the bottom surface of the blind hole; a connecting seat 10 is fixedly connected to the end of the spring 9 away from the bottom surface of the blind hole; hook 1 is fixedly connected to the connecting seat 10.

[0035] The round rod 8 is fixed to the piston rod of the electric push rod 3. The spring 9 inside the blind hole is connected to the connecting seat 10, and the hook 1 is fixed to the connecting seat 10. This allows the spring 9 to effectively buffer the impact force when the electric push rod 3 extends or retracts, or when the ship is rocking or vibrating. This not only prevents the piston rod of the electric push rod 3 from being damaged by excessive tension or pressure, thus extending its service life and reducing maintenance and replacement costs, but also prevents the hook 1 from being deformed or damaged due to rigid connection, ensuring that the hook 1 always maintains good hooking performance. At the same time, it stabilizes the connection between the hook 1 and the electric push rod 3, ensuring the accuracy and smoothness of the reinforcement operation, without affecting the operational flexibility and automated operation of the reinforcement rod.

[0036] Example 2 like Figure 4 and Figure 5As shown, a container reinforcement system includes several container reinforcement components as described in Embodiment 1; every four container reinforcement components correspond to one container 11; two container reinforcement components are respectively arranged on both sides of the length direction of each container 11, and the hook 1 of each container reinforcement component is connected to the locking hole of the container 11; the container reinforcement system also includes a tension sensor; the tension sensor is arranged on the hook 1; the tension sensor is connected to a controller via a communicator; the controller is electrically connected to a telescopic mechanism, a tilt adjustment mechanism, and a horizontal rotation mechanism. The two container reinforcement components on one side of the container 11 are arranged crosswise.

[0037] This container reinforcement system, with its ingenious layout of four reinforcement bars corresponding to one container 11 and symmetrically arranged on both sides of the container 11's length, evenly distributes the force, greatly enhancing the stability of the container from a structural mechanics perspective, ensuring the container remains stable even in complex sea conditions. Several container reinforcement components work together, allowing for simultaneous reinforcement of numerous containers 11, significantly improving overall reinforcement efficiency, effectively reducing ship dwell time in port, and accelerating logistics turnover. The tension sensor on the hook 1, connected to the controller via a communicator, can accurately monitor the hook tension in real time and feed the data back to the controller. The controller then precisely adjusts the telescopic mechanism, tilt adjustment mechanism, and horizontal rotation mechanism based on the actual tension, preventing containers 11 from loosening and slipping due to uneven or excessive tension, ensuring comprehensive ship transport safety, and preventing reinforcement errors due to improper force, thus improving reinforcement quality. Simultaneously, the controller electrically connects to all mechanisms, achieving fully automated control. Personnel only need to monitor the controller, greatly reducing manual labor intensity and effectively minimizing oversights and errors caused by fatigue, lack of attention, and other factors during manual operation. Furthermore, when individual container reinforcement components or tensile sensors malfunction, they can be quickly disassembled and replaced without affecting the overall system operation, making maintenance more convenient. They are also highly compatible with the ship's overall automation system, which strongly promotes the development of container ship loading, unloading and reinforcement towards a high degree of automation and intelligence, and comprehensively improves the ship's intelligence level.

[0038] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use the invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A container reinforcement component, comprising a hook (1), characterized in that, The hook (1) is fixedly installed on the output end of the telescopic mechanism; the end of the telescopic mechanism away from the hook (1) is fixedly installed on the tilt adjustment mechanism; the end of the tilt adjustment mechanism away from the telescopic mechanism is fixedly installed on the horizontal rotation mechanism; the tilt adjustment mechanism is used to drive the telescopic mechanism to rotate in a plane perpendicular to the top surface of the deck (2); the end of the horizontal rotation mechanism away from the tilt adjustment mechanism is fixed on the top surface of the deck (2).

2. The container reinforcement component according to claim 1, characterized in that, The telescopic mechanism includes an electric push rod (3); a hook (1) is fixedly installed at the push rod end of the electric push rod (3); and the guide sleeve of the electric push rod (3) is fixedly installed on the tilt adjustment mechanism.

3. The container reinforcement component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The tilt adjustment mechanism includes a mounting base (4); the top surface of the mounting base (4) is fixedly provided with a guide sleeve of an electric push rod (3); the bottom surface of the mounting base (4) is hinged with a fixed seat (5); the mounting base (4) is connected to a drive assembly for driving the mounting base (4) to rotate around the hinge point between it and the fixed seat (5); the fixed seat (5) is set on a horizontal rotation mechanism.

4. The container reinforcement component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The horizontal rotation mechanism includes an electric rotating platform (6); the output end of the electric rotating platform (6) is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the fixed seat (5); the lower end of the electric rotating platform (6) is fixedly set on the top surface of the deck (2).

5. The container reinforcement component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The mounting base (4) has a hinge shaft (401) fixedly installed on its bottom surface; the fixed base (5) has a hinge seat (501) installed on its top surface in conjunction with the hinge shaft (401); the drive assembly includes an electric turntable (7); the electric turntable (7) is fixedly installed on the hinge seat (501), and the output shaft of the electric turntable (7) is connected to the hinge shaft (401).

6. The container reinforcement component according to claim 2, characterized in that, The hook (1) is set in a J-shape.

7. The container reinforcement component according to claim 3, characterized in that, The hook (1) is connected to the push rod of the electric push rod (3) via a buffer assembly.

8. The container reinforcement component according to claim 7, characterized in that, The buffer assembly includes a round rod (8) fixedly mounted on the push rod of the electric push rod (3); a blind hole is provided on the upper part of the round rod (8); a spring (9) is fixedly mounted on the bottom surface of the blind hole; a connecting seat (10) is fixedly connected to the end of the spring (9) away from the bottom surface of the blind hole; and a hook (1) is fixedly connected to the connecting seat (10).

9. A container reinforcement system, characterized in that, The system includes several container reinforcement components as described in any one of claims 1-8; each four container reinforcement components correspond to one container (11); two container reinforcement components are respectively provided on both sides of the length direction of each container (11), and the hook (1) of each container reinforcement component is connected to the lock hole of the container (11); the container reinforcement system also includes a tension sensor; the tension sensor is set on the hook (1); the tension sensor is connected to a controller via a communicator; the controller is electrically connected to a telescopic mechanism, an angle adjustment mechanism and a horizontal rotation mechanism.

10. The container reinforcement system according to claim 9, characterized in that, Two container reinforcement components are cross-mounted on one side of container (11).

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