Portable rock core orientation marker

By designing a flipping mechanism and a transmission mechanism, the problem of inconvenient handling caused by the heavy weight of the core orientation marker is solved, enabling flexible position transfer and stable working conditions, thus improving operational efficiency.

CN121876322APending Publication Date: 2026-04-17CHINA UNIV OF GEOSCIENCES (BEIJING)
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHINA UNIV OF GEOSCIENCES (BEIJING)
Filing Date
2026-03-13
Publication Date
2026-04-17

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Technical Problem

Core directional markers are heavy and inconvenient to transport or relocate, which affects the efficiency of equipment transfer and wastes time and effort.

Method used

A portable core orientation marker was designed. By setting a flipping mechanism to drive the transmission arm to flip, the base is lifted or in contact with the ground, and flexible position transfer is achieved by combining the transmission mechanism.

Benefits of technology

This improves the operational flexibility and convenience of the device, reduces handling time and effort, and ensures the stability and flexibility of the device during operation.

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Abstract

The invention provides a portable rock core directional marking instrument, and belongs to the technical field of geological prospecting, the portable rock core directional marking instrument comprises a base, a rock core directional marking instrument body arranged on the base, a mounting plate fixed on the base, a transmission arm rotationally connected to the mounting plate through a rotating rod, a pulley rotationally connected to the transmission arm, and a rotary shaft fixed on the mounting plate, a turnover mechanism matched with the transmission arm is arranged on the mounting plate, and the turnover mechanism is used for driving the transmission arm to turn over; the transmission arm is arranged on the base, the handle is arranged on the base, a transmission mechanism matched with the handle is arranged on the base, and the transmission mechanism is used for transmitting a turnover signal of the transmission arm; by arranging the turnover mechanism, the transmission arm can be effectively driven to turn over, the base is jacked up, convenience is provided for workers to transfer the device, when transfer is not needed, the bottom plane of the mounting plate is directly in contact with the ground, and sufficient stability is provided for device work.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of geological exploration technology, and in particular to a portable core orientation marker. Background Technology

[0002] Core directional markers are precision instruments used in the field of geological drilling. Their core function is to accurately record and mark the original spatial orientation of the core in the underground (including key occurrence parameters such as strike, dip, and dip angle) during the core extraction process. They are widely used in engineering geology, metal and non-metal mineral exploration, petroleum and coalfield exploration, and geological scientific research. They can be used to determine the structural occurrence of deep mineral strata such as bedding, faults, joints, and foliation, providing important basis for geological structure analysis, mineral resource exploration, and engineering construction. The operation of a core directional marker is relatively difficult. It is a complete set of equipment that requires the coordinated use of drilling, drilling rig lifting, and ground-based supporting equipment. The complexity and cumbersomeness of the entire operation process far exceed that of ordinary core drilling tools. Moreover, due to the large weight of the directional marker itself, there are many inconveniences when it needs to be moved or relocated in actual work. These inconveniences greatly affect the efficiency of equipment relocation and require the staff to spend more time and energy when performing related operations. Summary of the Invention

[0003] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides a portable core orientation marker. By incorporating a flipping mechanism, the transmission arm can be effectively flipped to lift the base, facilitating the transfer of the device by staff. When no transfer is required, the bottom plane of the mounting plate directly contacts the ground, providing sufficient stability for the device's operation.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention provides a solution through the following technical solution: the rock core orientation marker is heavy and inconvenient to transport or move, which seriously affects the efficiency of equipment transfer and consumes more time and effort.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: A portable core orientation marker includes a base, and the core orientation marker body disposed on the base further includes: A mounting plate is fixed to a base, and a transmission arm is rotatably connected to the mounting plate via a rotating rod. A pulley is rotatably connected to the transmission arm. The mounting plate is equipped with a flipping mechanism adapted to the transmission arm, which drives the transmission arm to flip; and... A handle is mounted on the base, and the base is equipped with a transmission mechanism adapted to the handle, the transmission mechanism being used to transmit a transmission arm flipping signal.

[0006] Preferably, the flipping mechanism includes: a double-headed cylinder fixed on the mounting plate via a support plate; rollers fixed to both output ends of the double-headed cylinder, with the rollers abutting against the transmission arm; a hanging rod fixed on the mounting plate via a support plate; an additional plate fixed on the transmission arm; a tension spring fixed between the additional plate and the hanging rod; a mounting seat fixed on the transmission arm, with a limit groove provided on the mounting seat; a limit rod a fitted with the limit groove fixed on the mounting seat; a limit rod b fitted with the transmission arm provided on the mounting plate; and an adjusting component fitted with the limit rod b provided on the mounting plate.

[0007] Preferably, the transmission mechanism includes: a rotating seat fixed on the base, the handle being rotatably connected to the rotating seat via a central rod, a mounting block being fixed on the handle, and a sliding groove being provided on the mounting plate, a slider being slidably connected in the sliding groove, and a connecting rod being hinged between the slider and the mounting block, and a touch switch being fixed on the mounting plate, and the touch switch being electrically connected to the double-headed cylinder.

[0008] Preferably, the adjusting component includes: a mounting cavity formed on a mounting plate, and a channel communicating with the mounting cavity on the mounting plate; a screw is rotatably connected to the mounting cavity; a threaded block threadedly connected to the screw is slidably connected inside the mounting cavity; and a limiting rod b is fixed on the threaded block and slidably connected to the channel.

[0009] Preferably, two limiting rods are fixed on the rotating seat, and a rod body that contacts one of the limiting rods is fixed on the central rod.

[0010] Preferably, the rotating seat is provided with a limiting member adapted to the central rod. The limiting member includes: a ratchet fixed on the central rod, and a bracket fixed on the rotating seat. A pawl adapted to the ratchet is slidably passed through the bracket via an mounting sleeve. A pull rod that slidably passes through the bracket is fixed on the pawl. A spring is sleeved on the pull rod. One end of the spring is fixed to the pawl, and the other end of the spring is fixed to the bracket.

[0011] Preferably, both sides of the channel are provided with smooth arc surfaces, and the length of the limiting rod b is greater than the width of the transmission arm.

[0012] Preferably, a transmission column adapted to the touch switch is fixed on the slider, and the central axis of the transmission column is collinear with the central axis of the touch switch.

[0013] Preferably, the handle has an L-shaped cross-section, and an anti-slip sleeve is fitted onto the end of the handle away from the rotating seat.

[0014] Preferably, a square block is fixed to one end of the screw, and the central axis of the square block is collinear with the central axis of the screw.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: This invention provides a portable core orientation marker. Through a flipping mechanism, the transmission arm can be effectively driven to flip, lifting the base and greatly facilitating the movement of the device. When the device does not need to be moved, the bottom surface of the mounting plate is in direct contact with the ground, providing sufficient stability during operation and ensuring uninterrupted normal operation. When a move is required, the flipping mechanism drives the transmission arm to lift the base, removing the device from contact with the ground and providing sufficient flexibility for easy relocation to the desired location.

[0016] This invention provides a portable core orientation marker. Through the setting of the transmission mechanism, when the operator flips the handle, a drive command can be sent to the double-headed cylinder. During this process, the flipping mechanism will intervene and drive the transmission arm to perform a flipping action, ultimately lifting the base steadily. This greatly improves the operational flexibility of the entire device, making the operation process more convenient and efficient, and thus significantly enhancing the convenience of the device and making transportation more convenient. Attached Figure Description

[0017] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the 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.

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged schematic diagram of the structure of region A in the middle; Figure 3 This is a side view of the structure of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a top view of the structure of the present invention; Figure 5 for Figure 3 Enlarged schematic diagram of the structure of region B in the middle; Figure 6 for Figure 3 Enlarged schematic diagram of the structure of region C in the middle; Figure 7 for Figure 3 Enlarged schematic diagram of the structure of region D in the middle; Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the mounting plate structure of the present invention; Figure 9 for Figure 8 Enlarged schematic diagram of the structure of region E in the middle; Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the transmission arm of the present invention; Figure 11 This is a side sectional view of the mounting plate of the present invention; Figure 12 for Figure 11 Enlarged schematic diagram of the structure of region F in the middle.

[0019] Drawing number descriptions: 1. Base; 2. Core directional marker body; 3. Mounting plate; 4. Rotating rod; 5. Transmission arm; 6. Pulley; 7. Tilting mechanism; 8. Handle; 9. Transmission mechanism; 10. Support plate; 11. Double-headed cylinder; 12. Roller; 13. Support plate; 14. Hanging rod; 15. Mounting plate; 16. Tension spring; 17. Mounting seat; 18. Limiting groove; 19. Limiting rod a; 20. Limiting rod b; 21. Adjustment Components; 22. Rotating seat; 23. Center rod; 24. Mounting block; 25. Slide groove; 26. Slider; 27. Connecting rod; 28. Touch switch; 29. ​​Mounting cavity; 30. Channel; 31. Screw; 32. Threaded block; 33. Limiting rod; 34. Rod body; 35. Limiting component; 36. Ratchet; 37. Bracket; 38. Mounting sleeve; 39. Pawl; 40. Pull rod; 41. Spring; 42. Transmission column; 43. Square block. Detailed Implementation

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

[0021] The following description is intended to disclose the invention so that those skilled in the art can implement it. The preferred embodiments described below are merely examples, and other obvious modifications will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The basic principles of the invention defined in the following description can be used in other embodiments, modifications, improvements, equivalents, and other technical solutions that do not depart from the spirit and scope of the invention.

[0022] Those skilled in the art should understand that, in the disclosure of this invention, the terms "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "front," "rear," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or position based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are merely simplified descriptions for the convenience of describing this invention and do not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, the above terms should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0023] It is understood that the term "a" should be understood as "at least one" or "one or more", that is, in one embodiment, the number of an element can be one, while in another embodiment, the number of the element can be multiple, and the term "a" should not be understood as a limitation on the number.

[0024] Example 1: Please refer to Figures 1-12 A portable core orientation marker includes a base 1, a core orientation marker body 2 mounted on the base 1, and a mounting plate 3 fixed on the base 1. A transmission arm 5 is rotatably connected to the mounting plate 3 via a rotating rod 4, and a pulley 6 is rotatably connected to the transmission arm 5. A flipping mechanism 7 adapted to the transmission arm 5 is provided on the mounting plate 3, which is used to drive the transmission arm 5 to flip. A handle 8 is provided on the base 1, and a transmission mechanism 9 adapted to the handle 8 is provided on the base 1. The transmission mechanism 9 is used to transmit the flipping signal of the transmission arm 5. The handle 8 has an L-shaped cross-section, and an anti-slip sleeve is fitted to the end of the handle 8 away from the mounting base 17. The shape of the handle 8 makes it easier and less time-consuming for workers to move the device. The anti-slip sleeve provides an anti-slip effect for using the handle 8. Among them, the core orientation marker body 2 is a special geological device that uses drilling to completely extract cylindrical core samples from the strata. It relies on the drill bit to cut the rock layer and, together with the core drilling tool, locks the core and brings it to the surface. The core orientation marker is an existing product and is a conventional setting in this field, so it will not be described in detail here.

[0025] Furthermore, the flipping mechanism 7 includes: a double-headed cylinder 11 fixed on the mounting plate 3 via a support plate 10, with rollers 12 fixed at both output ends of the double-headed cylinder 11, and the rollers 12 abutting against the transmission arm 5; a hanging rod 14 fixed on the mounting plate 3 via a support plate 13; an additional plate 15 fixed on the transmission arm 5; a tension spring 16 fixed between the additional plate 15 and the hanging rod 14; a mounting seat 17 fixed on the transmission arm 5; a limit groove 18 provided on the mounting seat 17; a limit rod a19 adapted to the limit groove 18 fixed on the mounting seat 17; a limit rod b20 adapted to the transmission arm 5 provided on the mounting plate 3; and the limit rod a19 engaging with the limit groove 18 to limit the upward flipping of the transmission arm 5. When the rollers 12 and the transmission arm 5 are not in contact, the elasticity of the tension spring 16 helps to achieve the rebound and reset effect of the transmission arm 5. The mounting plate 3 is provided with an adjusting component 21 that is adapted to the limiting rod b20. The adjusting component 21 includes: a mounting cavity 29 opened on the mounting plate 3, and a channel 30 connected to the mounting cavity 29 on the mounting plate 3. A screw 31 is rotatably connected to the mounting cavity 29. A threaded block 32 that is threadedly connected to the screw 31 is slidably connected in the mounting cavity 29. The limiting rod b20 is fixed on the threaded block 32 and is slidably connected to the channel 30. Both sides of the channel 30 are set with smooth arc surfaces. The length of the limiting rod b20 is greater than the width of the transmission arm 5. The setting of the channel 30 ensures that the movement of the limiting rod is always smooth and avoids jamming. Specifically, a square block 43 is fixed to one end of the screw 31, and the central axis of the square block 43 is collinear with the central axis of the screw 31. By adding the square block 43, it is convenient to use a socket wrench to operate the screw 31 to rotate, thereby flexibly adjusting the position of the limit rod b20. It should be noted that the flipping mechanism 7 can effectively drive the transmission arm 5 to flip, which can lift the base 1, providing great convenience for workers to move the device. When the device does not need to be moved, the bottom plane of the mounting plate 3 will be in direct contact with the ground. This contact method can provide sufficient stability for the device when it is working, ensuring that the normal operation of the device is not affected. When there is a need to move the device, the flipping mechanism 7 drives the transmission arm 5 to lift the base 1, thereby removing the device from contact with the ground, thus providing sufficient flexibility and making it easy for workers to move the device to the required position. It should also be noted that the position of the limiting rod b20 can be flexibly adjusted by the adjusting component 21, thereby achieving the purpose of limiting the transmission arm 5 at different angles. This not only meets the positioning requirements of the transmission arm 5 in various angle states, but also has strong adaptability. According to actual needs, the angle position of the transmission arm 5 can be precisely adjusted for different angle requirements to ensure that it maintains a stable state under specific working conditions.

[0026] Furthermore, the transmission mechanism 9 includes: a rotating seat 22 fixed on the base 1, a handle 8 rotatably connected to the rotating seat 22 via a central rod 23, a mounting block 24 fixed on the handle 8, and a sliding groove 25 provided on the mounting plate 3, a slider 26 slidably connected in the sliding groove 25, and a connecting rod 27 hinged between the slider 26 and the mounting block 24, a touch switch 28 fixed on the mounting plate 3, and the touch switch 28 electrically connected to the double-headed cylinder 11, and a transmission column 42 adapted to the touch switch 28 fixed on the slider 26, and the central axis of the transmission column 42 and the central axis of the touch switch 28 are collinearly arranged. Two limiting rods 33 are fixed on the rotating seat 22, and a rod body 34 that contacts one of the limiting rods 33 is fixed on the central rod 23. The limiting rod 33 and the rod body 34 are coordinated to limit the handle 8 and ensure that the rotation angle of the handle 8 is limited to within 90 degrees. It should be noted that the touch switch 28 is an electrical switching element that realizes the circuit opening and closing through physical contact pressing and touch sensing. It is a passive electrical element. The touch switch 28 is used to control the start and stop of the double-headed cylinder 11 in order to achieve precise control of the double-headed cylinder 11. This is a conventional setting in this field, so it will not be described in detail here. It should also be noted that, through the setting of the transmission mechanism 9, when the operator flips the handle 8, a drive command can be sent to the double-headed cylinder 11. During this process, the flipping mechanism 7 will intervene and drive the transmission arm 5 to perform a flipping action, which will eventually lift the base 1 steadily, greatly improving the operational flexibility of the entire device, making the operation process more convenient and efficient, and thus greatly improving the convenience of the device and making transportation more convenient. The principle of using transmission mechanism 9 to drive flipping mechanism 7 is as follows: By flipping handle 8, mounting block 24 flips synchronously. Utilizing the transmission action of connecting rod 27, slider 26 moves along slide groove 25 after being subjected to force until transmission column 42 contacts touch switch 28. This causes double-headed cylinder 11 to receive drive command. Driven by double-headed cylinder 11, roller 12 moves synchronously. Utilizing the squeezing transmission action between roller 12 and transmission arm 5, transmission arm 5 flips along the axis of rotating rod 4 after being subjected to force until transmission arm 5 contacts limit rod b20. This drives pulley 6 to flip synchronously. Utilizing the friction force between pulley 6 and the ground, base 1 is then lifted, which pushes handle 8 to move the device. When the pulley 6 needs to be retracted and supported by the mounting plate 3 on the base 1: the limiting member 35 releases the limiting of the handle 8 and flips the handle 8 downward, so that the double-headed cylinder 11 retracts and drives the roller 12 to move. With the elastic action of the tension spring 16, the transmission arm 5 is driven to rotate and reset until the limiting groove 18 engages with the limiting rod a19, thereby completing the limiting of the transmission arm 5.

[0027] Example 2: Please refer to Figure 5 , Figure 8 and Figure 9 This embodiment further explains the first embodiment, the difference being the way the handle 8 is limited.

[0028] Furthermore, the rotating seat 22 is provided with a limiting member 35 adapted to the central rod 23. The limiting member 35 includes: a ratchet 36 fixed on the central rod 23, and a bracket 37 fixed on the rotating seat 22. A pawl 39 adapted to the ratchet 36 is slidably passed through the bracket 37 via an mounting sleeve 38. A pull rod 40 slidably passes through the bracket 37 and is fixed on the pawl 39. A spring 41 is sleeved on the pull rod 40. One end of the spring 41 is fixed to the pawl 39 and the other end of the spring 41 is fixed to the bracket 37. It should be noted that when the handle 8 is flipped upward, the inclined surface on the ratchet 36 will exert a squeezing effect on the inclined surface of the pawl 39. Under this squeezing force, the pawl 39 will be affected by this force and thus begin to move. Conversely, when the handle 8 is placed downward, the flat surface on the ratchet 36 will come into contact with the flat surface of the pawl 39. This contact can limit the handle 8 to achieve the intended design purpose. It should also be noted that by setting the limiting component 35, the purpose of limiting the handle 8 during the flipping process can be effectively achieved, which can prevent the handle 8 from rotating uncontrollably due to its own weight, thereby improving the stability and reliability during use and avoiding the inconvenience of operation that may be caused by the rotation of the handle 8. The principle of using the limiting component 35 to release the limiting of the handle 8 is as follows: by pulling the lever 40, the pawl 39 is moved under force until the pawl 39 separates from the ratchet 36, thereby releasing the limiting purpose of the center rod 23, and the handle 8 can be flipped at will for operation.

[0029] Those skilled in the art should understand that the embodiments of the present invention described above and shown in the accompanying drawings are merely examples and do not limit the present invention. The objectives of the present invention have been fully and effectively achieved. The functions and structural principles of the present invention have been shown and explained in the embodiments, and any modifications or variations of the implementation of the present invention may be made without departing from the principles.

Claims

1. A portable core orientation marker, comprising a base (1) and a core orientation marker body (2) disposed on the base (1); characterized in that Also includes: A mounting plate (3) is fixed on a base (1), and a transmission arm (5) is rotatably connected to the mounting plate (3) via a rotating rod (4). A pulley (6) is rotatably connected to the transmission arm (5). A flipping mechanism (7) adapted to the transmission arm (5) is provided on the mounting plate (3). The flipping mechanism (7) is used to drive the transmission arm (5) to flip. A handle (8) is provided on the base (1), and a transmission mechanism (9) adapted to the handle (8) is provided on the base (1). The transmission mechanism (9) is used to transmit the flip signal of the transmission arm (5).

2. A portable core orientation marker according to claim 1, wherein, The flipping mechanism (7) includes: a double-headed cylinder (11) fixed on the mounting plate (3) via a support plate (10), with rollers (12) fixed at both output ends of the double-headed cylinder (11), and the rollers (12) abutting against the transmission arm (5); a hanging rod (14) fixed on the mounting plate (3) via a support plate (13); and an additional plate (15) fixed on the transmission arm (5), with the additional plate (15) and the hanging rod (14) connected. A tension spring (16) is fixed together. A mounting base (17) is fixed on the transmission arm (5), and a limit groove (18) is opened on the mounting base (17). A limit rod a (19) that matches the limit groove (18) is fixed on the mounting base (17). A limit rod b (20) that matches the transmission arm (5) is provided on the mounting plate (3), and an adjusting member (21) that matches the limit rod b (20) is provided on the mounting plate (3).

3. A portable core orientation marker according to claim 1, wherein, The transmission mechanism (9) includes: a rotating seat (22) fixed on the base (1), the handle (8) being rotatably connected to the rotating seat (22) via a central rod (23), a mounting block (24) fixed on the handle (8), and a sliding groove (25) provided on the mounting plate (3), a slider (26) being slidably connected in the sliding groove (25), and a connecting rod (27) being hinged between the slider (26) and the mounting block (24), and a touch switch (28) fixed on the mounting plate (3), and the touch switch (28) being electrically connected to the double-headed cylinder (11).

4. A portable core orientation marker according to claim 2, wherein, The adjusting component (21) includes: a mounting cavity (29) opened on the mounting plate (3), and a channel (30) connected to the mounting cavity (29) on the mounting plate (3). A screw (31) is rotatably connected to the mounting cavity (29). A threaded block (32) that is threadedly connected to the screw (31) is slidably connected in the mounting cavity (29). The limiting rod b (20) is fixed on the threaded block (32), and the limiting rod b (20) is slidably connected to the channel (30).

5. A portable core orientation marker according to claim 3, wherein, Two limiting rods (33) are fixed on the rotating seat (22), and a rod body (34) that contacts one of the limiting rods (33) is fixed on the central rod (23).

6. A portable core orientation marker according to claim 3, wherein, The rotating seat (22) is provided with a limiting member (35) adapted to the central rod (23). The limiting member (35) includes a ratchet (36) fixed on the central rod (23) and a bracket (37) fixed on the rotating seat (22). A pawl (39) adapted to the ratchet (36) is slidably passed through the bracket (37) by the mounting sleeve (38). A pull rod (40) slidably passed through the bracket (37) is fixed on the pawl (39). A spring (41) is sleeved on the pull rod (40). One end of the spring (41) is fixed to the pawl (39), and the other end of the spring (41) is fixed to the bracket (37).

7. A portable core orientation marker according to claim 4 wherein, Both sides of the channel (30) are provided with smooth arc surfaces, and the length of the limiting rod b (20) is greater than the width of the transmission arm (5).

8. A portable core orientation marker according to claim 3, wherein, The slider (26) is fixed with a transmission column (42) adapted to the touch switch (28), and the central axis of the transmission column (42) is collinear with the central axis of the touch switch (28).

9. A portable core orientation marker according to claim 3, wherein, The handle (8) has an L-shaped cross-section, and an anti-slip sleeve is fitted to the end of the handle (8) away from the rotating seat (22).

10. The portable core orientation marker of claim 4, wherein, A square block (43) is fixed to one end of the screw (31), and the central axis of the square block (43) is collinear with the central axis of the screw (31).