Vehicle side sweeper and vehicle side sweeper

Abstract

The invention discloses a sideboard sweeper and a sideboard sweeper, and belongs to the technical field of sweeping equipment, the sideboard sweeper comprises a sweeping shell, a sweeping brush roller is rotatably mounted in the sweeping shell, and the lower part of the sweeping brush roller extends to the lower part of the sweeping shell; a hydraulic motor is arranged on the outer wall of the sweeping shell, and an output shaft of the hydraulic motor penetrates through the sweeping shell to be connected with the sweeping brush roller. A first hinge seat is arranged at one end of the sweeping shell, and a second hinge seat is arranged on the top face of the sweeping shell. The hydraulic motor drives the sweeping brush roller to rotate after being communicated with hydraulic pressure, the part, extending to the lower portion of the sweeping shell, of the sweeping brush roller can make contact with the train sideboard, materials on the train sideboard are cleaned, it is guaranteed that the cleaning area is enough, and high cleaning force can be formed for materials prone to attachment; meanwhile, the cleaning shell can prevent flying dust generated by cleaning from rolling over to influence the working environment and disturb the working sight; and the sweeper is preassembled with a flexible mounting and adjusting foundation, so that rapid deployment and stable operation are realized.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the field of cleaning equipment technology, specifically a side sweeper and a side sweeper vehicle. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of bulk cargo train loading and unloading operations, cleaning the sides of the train cars is a crucial step in ensuring that freight quality meets standards and that railway transport regulations are strictly followed. The sides of the train cars, as the top surface of the carriage walls, are typically only a few centimeters wide, making them highly susceptible to cargo scattering during loading and unloading.

[0003] If these materials left on the sides of the train are not cleaned up in a timely and effective manner, they will cause multiple problems: on the one hand, they will directly affect the overloading balance of the train, posing a potential threat to the stability of the train; on the other hand, when the train is running at high speed, the uncleaned goods may slide off due to vibration or wind, which will not only cause environmental pollution along the line, but more seriously, they may impact or accumulate around key components such as the braking system, interfering with their normal function and creating significant safety hazards.

[0004] Currently, although various cleaning devices are used to assist in this stage of cleaning, such as scraping mechanisms and blowing equipment installed on platforms or mobile equipment, there are still significant limitations in practical applications. For example, most existing equipment is difficult to adapt to the cleaning needs of different vehicle types and complex vehicle side structures, has limited cleaning coverage, is ineffective in handling adhesive materials or complex-shaped residues, and has low integration into the overall loading and unloading system, affecting operational continuity and overall efficiency. Therefore, there is still a lack of a systematic vehicle side cleaning solution that is efficient, thorough, adaptable to changing working conditions, and safe and reliable. Summary of the Invention

[0005] To address the problem that materials scattered on the sides of trains can easily scatter and pose a safety hazard, and that it is difficult to adapt to the cleaning needs of different types of materials, this invention provides a train side sweeper and a train side sweeper vehicle.

[0006] This invention is achieved through the following technical solution: A side sweeper includes a sweeping housing, in which a sweeping brush roller is rotatably mounted, the lower part of which extends to the bottom of the sweeping housing; a hydraulic motor is provided on the outer wall of the sweeping housing, the output shaft of which passes through the sweeping housing and connects to the sweeping brush roller; a first hinge seat is provided at one end of the sweeping housing, and a second hinge seat is provided on the top surface of the sweeping housing.

[0007] The hydraulic motor drives the cleaning brush roller to rotate after the hydraulic system is connected. The part of the cleaning brush roller extending to the bottom of the cleaning housing can contact the side of the train to clean the material on the side of the train. This ensures a sufficient cleaning area and strong cleaning force for easily attached materials. At the same time, the cleaning housing can prevent excessive tumbling of dust generated during cleaning, which would affect the working environment and interfere with the operator's vision. The design of the first and second hinge seats provides a flexible installation and adjustment basis for the sweeper, which can be easily integrated into various engineering machinery booms to achieve rapid deployment and stable operation.

[0008] A further improvement of the present invention is that the aforementioned first hinge seat is disposed above the hydraulic motor. The first hinge seat being located above the hydraulic motor optimizes the overall structural layout of the sweeper, facilitates alignment and installation with the hinge point of the boom of construction machinery, and streamlines the routing of hydraulic lines and the hydraulic motor, thus avoiding potential excessive contact between the hydraulic lines and the boom.

[0009] A further improvement of the present invention is that the second hinge seat is disposed at the end of the top surface of the cleaning housing that is away from the hydraulic motor along its length. The second hinge seat, disposed at the top surface of the housing and away from the hydraulic motor, forms a reasonable lever arm distribution with the first hinge seat. This allows the tilting cylinder to adjust the sweeper angle more precisely and with less effort, increasing the angle adjustment range and ensuring that the sweeper maintains the optimal contact angle with the vehicle side under different working conditions. This improves cleaning coverage and detail handling capabilities, making it particularly suitable for operations on narrow areas such as the top surface of the vehicle body.

[0010] A further improvement of the present invention is that a diffuse reflection layer is provided on the inner wall of the cleaning housing along its length. The diffuse reflection layer provided on the inner wall of the cleaning housing can effectively suppress the reflection and airborne particles of dust and fine particles during the cleaning process, improve the working environment, reduce interference with the operator's vision and health impact, and help improve the continuous operation capability of the equipment.

[0011] A further improvement of the present invention is that the aforementioned diffuse reflection layer includes protrusions evenly distributed on the inner wall of the cleaning housing. These protrusions enhance the roughness and impact resistance of the inner wall, not only suppressing direct reflection of dust but also improving the wear resistance of the housing and extending its service life, making it suitable for cleaning tasks involving various types of goods and in harsh weather conditions.

[0012] A further improvement of the present invention is that shielding curtains are evenly distributed along the long edge of the opening of the cleaning housing. The shielding curtains provided along the edge of the opening of the cleaning housing can effectively block material splashing during operation, prevent goods from falling outside the carriage or critical parts of the equipment during the cleaning process, reduce secondary pollution and cleaning workload, and improve the safety and cleanliness of the work site.

[0013] A further improvement of the present invention is that the cross-section of the cleaning housing is a trapezoidal structure that is narrower at the top and wider at the bottom. This trapezoidal cross-section increases the cross-sectional area for tumbled material entering the cleaning housing, while also facilitating the concentration and guidance of the swept material to a designated area, preventing secondary accumulation on the vehicle side, and improving cleaning efficiency and first-pass yield.

[0014] A side sweeper includes a sweeper body with a boom connected to it. A side sweeper is connected to one end of the boom opposite to the sweeper body. A first hinge seat and a second hinge seat are both hinged to the ends of the boom. A tilting cylinder is also hinged between the second hinge seat and the boom. The sweeper body connects to the sweeper via the boom, and the tilting cylinder allows for angle adjustment of the sweeper, forming a complete mechanized sweeping system. This system can quickly and accurately clean the sides of vehicles, significantly improving work efficiency and enabling targeted operations.

[0015] A further improvement of the present invention is that the end of the tilting cylinder opposite to the second hinge seat is connected to the boom via a third hinge seat. The third hinge seat is provided with a connecting sleeve, which is fitted onto the boom. The tilting cylinder is connected to the boom via the third hinge seat and the connecting sleeve, resulting in a simple structure and convenient assembly and disassembly. This allows for quick adjustment or replacement of the sweeper on-site, improving the flexibility and maintainability of the equipment. The design of the connecting sleeve enhances the stability and load-bearing capacity of the connection, ensuring reliable operation even under frequent adjustments and vibration environments.

[0016] A further improvement of the present invention is that the connecting sleeve is provided with a fixing pin, which is detachably installed on the connecting sleeve and can pass through the boom. The detachable fixing pin on the connecting sleeve makes the connection between the sweeper and the boom more secure, preventing loosening or displacement during high-speed or high-intensity operations. It also facilitates daily inspection, maintenance, or replacement, improving the overall reliability and service life of the equipment and reducing long-term operating costs.

[0017] As can be seen from the above technical solutions, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows: After the hydraulic motor is connected to the hydraulic system, it drives the cleaning brush roller to rotate. The part of the cleaning brush roller extending to the bottom of the cleaning housing can contact the side of the train to complete the cleaning of the material on the side of the train. This ensures a sufficient cleaning area and strong cleaning force for easily attached materials. At the same time, the cleaning housing can prevent the dust generated during cleaning from excessively tumbling, which would affect the working environment and interfere with the working line of sight. The design of the first hinge seat and the second hinge seat provides a flexible installation and adjustment basis for the sweeper, which can be easily integrated into various engineering machinery booms to achieve rapid deployment and stable operation. 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 first structural schematic diagram of the cleaner according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the second structure of the cleaner according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the third structure of the cleaner according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the first structure of a sweeper according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the second structure of the sweeper according to a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the operating principle of the hydraulic motor connected to the hydraulic pipeline in a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the operating principle of the tilting cylinder connected to the hydraulic pipeline in a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] In the attached diagram: 10. Sweeping housing; 12. First hinge seat; 13. Second hinge seat; 14. Shield curtain; 15. Protrusion; 20. Sweeping brush roller; 21. Hydraulic motor; 30. Tilting cylinder; 31. Third hinge seat; 32. Connecting sleeve; 321. Fixing pin; 40. Sweeper body; 41. Boom; 42. Track. Detailed Implementation

[0027] 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.

[0028] like Figures 1-3As shown, this invention discloses a vehicle side sweeper, including a sweeping housing 10, the sweeping housing 10 having a trapezoidal cross-section that is narrower at the top and wider at the bottom. The trapezoidal cross-section of the sweeping housing 10 increases the cross-sectional area for tumbling materials entering the sweeping housing 10, while also facilitating the concentration and guidance of swept materials to a designated area, avoiding secondary accumulation on the vehicle side, and improving sweeping efficiency and first-pass yield. A sweeping brush roller 20 is rotatably mounted inside the sweeping housing 10, the lower part of the sweeping brush roller 20 extending below the sweeping housing 10; a hydraulic motor 21 is provided on the outer wall of the sweeping housing 10, the output shaft of the hydraulic motor 21 passing through the sweeping housing 10 and connecting to the sweeping brush roller 20; a first hinge seat 12 is provided at one end of the sweeping housing 10, the first hinge seat 12 being positioned above the hydraulic motor 21. The first hinge seat 12 is located above the hydraulic motor 21, which optimizes the overall structural layout of the sweeper, facilitates the alignment and installation of the hinge point with the boom 41 of the construction machinery, and optimizes the routing of the hydraulic lines and the hydraulic motor 21, thus avoiding possible excessive contact between the hydraulic lines and the boom 41.

[0029] The top surface of the cleaning housing 10 is provided with a second hinge seat 13. The second hinge seat 13 is located at the end of the top surface of the cleaning housing 10 away from the hydraulic motor 21 along its length. The second hinge seat 13 is located at the end of the top surface of the housing away from the hydraulic motor 21, forming a reasonable force arm distribution with the first hinge seat 12. This allows the tilting cylinder 30 to adjust the angle of the sweeper more accurately and with less effort, increasing the angle adjustment range and ensuring that the sweeper can maintain the optimal contact angle with the side of the vehicle under different working conditions. This improves the cleaning coverage and detail handling capabilities, making it especially suitable for operations on narrow areas such as the top surface of the vehicle body.

[0030] A diffuse reflection layer is provided on the inner wall of the cleaning housing 10 along its length. The diffuse reflection layer on the inner wall of the cleaning housing 10 can effectively suppress the reflection and flying of dust and fine particles during the cleaning process, improve the working environment, reduce interference with the operator's vision and health impact, and help improve the continuous operation capability of the equipment.

[0031] The diffuse reflection layer includes raised blocks 15 evenly distributed on the inner wall of the cleaning housing 10. The raised blocks 15 enhance the roughness and impact resistance of the inner wall, not only suppressing direct reflection of dust, but also improving the wear resistance of the housing and extending its service life, making it suitable for cleaning tasks of various types of goods and in harsh weather conditions.

[0032] The long edge of the opening of the cleaning housing 10 is evenly covered with shielding curtains 14. The shielding curtains 14 provided on the edge of the opening of the cleaning housing 10 can effectively block material splashing during operation, prevent goods from falling outside the carriage or critical parts of the equipment during the cleaning process, reduce secondary pollution and cleaning workload, and improve the safety and cleanliness of the work site.

[0033] like Figures 4-7 As shown, a side sweeper includes a sweeper body 40, a boom 41 connected to the sweeper body 40, and a side sweeper connected to one end of the boom 41 opposite to the sweeper body 40. A first hinge seat 12 and a second hinge seat 13 are both hinged to the ends of the boom 41. A tilting cylinder 30 is also hinged between the second hinge seat 13 and the boom 41. The sweeper body 40 is connected to the sweeper via the boom 41, and the tilting cylinder 30 allows for angle adjustment of the sweeper, forming a complete mechanized sweeping system. This system can quickly and accurately clean the sides of vehicles, significantly improving work efficiency and enabling targeted operations.

[0034] The sweeper body 40 is based on an excavator. Taking advantage of its long boom 41, the excavator's bucket is disassembled, and the side sweeper is installed at the front end of the boom 41. At the same time, the hydraulic lines used to drive the bucket's movement are connected to the tilting cylinder 30 and the hydraulic motor 21 respectively.

[0035] like Figures 6-7 As shown, the right-side handle has been modified. The original function of controlling the bucket opening and closing by moving left and right on the excavator's operating handle has been changed to control the rotation of the hydraulic motor 21. This is achieved through a non-destructive installation using materials such as tees and hoses along the control lines of the right-side operating handle. To ensure continuous operation of the hydraulic motor 21 and prevent it from stopping due to the control valve automatically returning to the neutral position, an adjustable ball valve with adjustable switch and flow rate is installed in the control lines. Specifically, a tee is connected to the P-end (inlet end) of the hydraulic line. Pressurized oil passes through the tee, then into the hose, and then into the ball valve. After being controlled by the ball valve, the oil returns to the hose and, via the tee, is connected to the bucket opening / closing control line. This allows the ball valve to control the amount of pressurized oil, thereby controlling the operation of the hydraulic motor 21.

[0036] The bucket rotation function, originally controlled by the long button on the right-hand handle, has been modified to adjust the sweeper's angle. By connecting the original hydraulic lines to the angle adjustment cylinder, the cylinder's extension and retraction are achieved, thereby adjusting the sweeper's angle to meet production needs.

[0037] The excavator's undercarriage is equipped with 42 tracks, which are suitable for complex and rugged road conditions, especially on uneven roads along railway tracks, increasing its adaptability to various road conditions.

[0038] The tilting cylinder 30, located away from the second hinge seat 13, is connected to the boom 41 via a third hinge seat 31. A connecting sleeve 32 is provided on the third hinge seat 31 and is fitted onto the boom 41. The tilting cylinder 30 is connected to the boom 41 via the third hinge seat 31 and the connecting sleeve 32. This connection is simple in structure, easy to assemble and disassemble, and allows for quick adjustment or replacement of the sweeper on-site, improving the equipment's flexibility and maintainability. The design of the connecting sleeve 32 enhances the stability and load-bearing capacity of the connection, ensuring reliable operation even under frequent adjustments and vibration environments.

[0039] The connecting sleeve 32 is provided with a fixing pin 321, which is detachably installed on the connecting sleeve 32 and can pass through the boom 41. The detachable fixing pin 321 on the connecting sleeve 32 makes the connection between the sweeper and the boom 41 more secure, preventing loosening or displacement during high-speed or high-intensity operations. At the same time, it facilitates daily inspection, maintenance or replacement, improves the overall reliability and service life of the equipment, and reduces long-term operating costs.

[0040] In summary, the working principle is as follows: Based on an excavator or material handler, a dedicated side sweeper is installed at the front end of its boom 41, and power is transmitted and controlled using the original hydraulic system. The core component of the sweeper is a cleaning brush roller 20 driven by a hydraulic motor 21, which scrapes and beats the surface of the train car side through rotation, effectively removing residual cargo. The sweeper housing adopts a trapezoidal cross-section and features an internal diffuse reflection layer and a shielding curtain 14 to improve cleaning efficiency and suppress dust. Simultaneously, by modifying the hydraulic circuit of the operating handle, independent and adjustable control is achieved for the tilting cylinder 30 that adjusts the angle of the sweeper housing 10 and the hydraulic motor 21 that drives the cleaning brush roller 20. This allows the sweeper to adapt to different vehicle types and operating conditions, maintaining optimal cleaning angle and torque output.

[0041] The hydraulic motor drives the cleaning brush roller to rotate after the hydraulic system is connected. The part of the cleaning brush roller extending to the bottom of the cleaning housing can contact the side of the train to clean the material on the side of the train. This ensures a sufficient cleaning area and strong cleaning force for easily attached materials. At the same time, the cleaning housing can prevent excessive tumbling of dust generated during cleaning, which would affect the working environment and interfere with the operator's vision. The design of the first and second hinge seats provides a flexible installation and adjustment basis for the sweeper, which can be easily integrated into various engineering machinery booms to achieve rapid deployment and stable operation.

[0042] 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 side sweeper, comprising a sweeping housing (10), characterized in that, A cleaning brush roller (20) is rotatably installed inside the cleaning housing (10), and the lower part of the cleaning brush roller (20) extends to the bottom of the cleaning housing (10); a hydraulic motor (21) is provided on the outer wall of the cleaning housing (10), and the output shaft of the hydraulic motor (21) passes through the cleaning housing (10) and connects to the cleaning brush roller (20); a first hinge seat (12) is provided at one end of the cleaning housing (10), and a second hinge seat (13) is provided on the top surface of the cleaning housing (10).

2. The side sweeper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first hinge seat (12) is disposed above the hydraulic motor (21).

3. A side sweeper according to claim 2, characterized in that, The second hinge seat (13) is located at the end of the top surface of the cleaning housing (10) away from the hydraulic motor (21) in the length direction.

4. A side sweeper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning housing (10) has a diffuse reflection layer on its inner wall along its length.

5. A side sweeper according to claim 4, characterized in that, The diffuse reflection layer includes protrusions (15) evenly distributed on the inner wall of the cleaning housing (10).

6. A side sweeper according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cleaning housing (10) has a shielding curtain (14) evenly distributed on the long edge of the opening.

7. A side sweeper according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that, The cross-section of the cleaning housing (10) is a trapezoidal structure that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom.

8. A side-mounted sweeper, comprising a sweeper body (40), characterized in that, The sweeper body (40) is connected to a boom (41), and the end of the boom (41) away from the sweeper body (40) is connected to a side sweeper as described in claim 7; the first hinge seat (12) and the second hinge seat (13) are both hinged to the end of the boom (41), and the second hinge seat (13) and the boom (41) are also hinged to a tilting cylinder (30).

9. A side sweeper according to claim 8, characterized in that, The tilting cylinder (30) is connected to the boom (41) through the third hinge (31) at one end away from the second hinge seat (13). The third hinge seat (31) is provided with a connecting sleeve (32), which is sleeved on the boom (41).

10. A side sweeper according to claim 9, characterized in that, The connecting sleeve (32) is provided with a fixing pin (321), which is detachably installed on the connecting sleeve (32) and can pass through the boom (41).

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