Detachable buoy suitable for offshore floating hose and configuration system

Abstract

The invention discloses a detachable buoy suitable for an offshore floating hose and a configuration system, and relates to the technical field of ocean engineering.The detachable buoy comprises a first shell, a second shell, at least two sets of locking mechanisms and unlocking mechanisms, the first shell is provided with a first inner side face and a first containing groove, and the second shell is provided with a second inner side face and a second containing groove; the second inner side face and the first inner side face are oppositely arranged, and the first containing groove and the second containing groove jointly define a containing through groove used for containing the offshore floating type hose. The two locking mechanisms are arranged on the two sides of the containing through groove correspondingly so that the second shell and the first shell can be locked when the first inner side face and the second inner side face are attached. The unlocking mechanism is arranged on the first shell and used for receiving external acting force to drive the locking mechanism to unlock the second shell and the first shell. The device is simple in structure and convenient to use, the working efficiency of the buoy mounting and dismounting process is effectively improved, and the working risk is effectively reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of marine engineering technology, and in particular to a detachable buoy and configuration system suitable for offshore floating hoses. Background Technology

[0002] Floating hoses are commonly used to cross wave zones in maritime transport of fluids or slurries between vessels. To ensure sufficient buoyancy and stable attitude, floats or buoyancy modules are typically installed on the outside of the hose. However, existing floats present several problems: Low installation efficiency: Existing pontoons mostly adopt a structure of integral wrapping, bolt clamping, or requiring a hose to be inserted through the pontoon. These structures are complex to operate during offshore installation, resulting in low installation efficiency. For example, integral wrapping pontoons require the entire pontoon to be wrapped around a hose, which is difficult to operate in due to limited offshore space and time consumption.

[0003] Numerous fasteners and reliance on manual labor and tools: Bolted pontoons use a large number of fasteners, which not only increases the workload of installation but also makes them highly dependent on manual operation and tools. In the harsh marine environment, manual operation is inconvenient, and the use of tools is easily restricted, further affecting installation efficiency.

[0004] Inconvenient disassembly: Traditional pontoons are difficult to disassemble quickly when hoses need to be wound up, inspected, or have their end fittings replaced. This significantly extends deck operation time and increases operational risks. For example, in continuous offshore operations such as deep-sea mining and wet transport, hose inspection and maintenance require frequent disassembly of pontoons, and the inconvenience of disassembling traditional pontoons severely impacts operational efficiency and reliability.

[0005] Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop a structural solution that enables rapid assembly, reliable self-locking, and rapid release and disassembly of pontoons, along with tooling suitable for deck operations, to improve the efficiency and reliability of continuous offshore operations. Summary of the Invention

[0006] The purpose of this invention is to provide a detachable buoy and configuration system suitable for offshore floating hoses, so as to solve the problems existing in the prior art. It has a simple structure, is easy to use, effectively improves the work efficiency of the buoy installation and disassembly process, and effectively reduces the work risk.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following solution: This invention provides a detachable float suitable for marine floating hoses, comprising a first shell, a second shell, at least two sets of locking mechanisms and unlocking mechanisms. Both the first shell and the second shell are buoyancy structures. The first shell has a first inner side and a first receiving groove, and the second shell has a second inner side and a second receiving groove. The second inner side is disposed opposite to the first inner side. The first receiving groove and the second receiving groove together form a receiving channel for accommodating the marine floating hose. The two sets of locking mechanisms are respectively disposed on both sides of the receiving channel to lock the second shell and the first shell when the first inner side and the second inner side are in contact. The unlocking mechanism is disposed on the first shell and is used to receive external force to drive the locking mechanism to release the locking of the second shell and the first shell.

[0008] Preferably, the locking mechanism includes a rod, an elastic element, and a locking tongue. One end of the rod is fixedly connected perpendicularly to the second inner surface, and the other end is provided with a groove perpendicular to the length direction of the rod. The locking tongue is slidably connected to the groove. One end of the elastic element is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the groove, and the other end is fixedly connected to the locking tongue. A slot matching the rod is provided on the first inner surface. The first housing is provided with a locking hole communicating with the slot. After the rod is inserted into the slot, the locking tongue partially extends out of the groove and engages with the locking hole under the elastic force of the elastic element, thereby locking the second housing and the first housing. The unlocking mechanism is slidably connected to the locking hole and is used to push the locking tongue to compress the elastic element and retract into the groove when subjected to external force, thereby releasing the engagement between the locking tongue and the locking hole.

[0009] Preferably, the latch has a first inclined surface and a locking surface. The first inclined surface is used to abut against the entrance edge of the slot during the insertion of the rod into the slot. Through the relative sliding of the first inclined surface and the edge of the slot, the latch is squeezed and compresses the elastic element and retracts into the groove. After the rod is fully inserted into the slot, the latch slides out along the groove under the elastic force of the elastic element and locks into the locking hole. At this time, the locking surface abuts against the wall of the locking hole to prevent the rod from coming out of the slot.

[0010] Preferably, the elastic element is a spring, and the axial direction of the spring is consistent with the length direction of the groove.

[0011] Preferably, the unlocking mechanism is a slider, which is slidably connected to the locking hole. The slider has a second inclined surface that matches the first inclined surface, and the second inclined surface is used to abut against the first inclined surface.

[0012] Preferably, the locking mechanism consists of four sets, with two sets evenly arranged on one side of the receiving groove and the other two sets evenly arranged on the other side of the receiving groove.

[0013] The present invention also provides a configuration system for a detachable buoy suitable for offshore floating hoses as described above, comprising a first mounting platform, a second mounting platform, a first hull mounting mechanism, a second hull mounting mechanism, a plurality of unlocking drive components and a control mechanism. The first mounting platform and the second mounting platform are disposed on a deck, forming an installation station between the first mounting platform and the second mounting platform. The first hull mounting mechanism is used to support and position the first hull, and the first hull mounting mechanism is slidably connected to the deck to move the first hull to the installation station. The second hull mounting mechanism is used to support and position the second hull, and the second hull mounting mechanism is slidably connected to the deck to move the second hull to the installation station. The second hull mounting mechanism can drive the second hull to rise and fall so that the second inner surface is in contact with the first inner surface, thereby locking the first hull and the second hull through the locking mechanism. The unlocking drive component is mounted on the first hull mounting mechanism and is correspondingly disposed with the unlocking mechanism, and is used to apply an external force to the unlocking mechanism when the buoy needs to be disassembled, so as to drive the locking mechanism to release the lock. The control mechanism is electrically connected to the first hull mounting mechanism, the second hull mounting mechanism and the unlocking drive component respectively.

[0014] Preferably, the first housing mounting mechanism includes a first frame and a plurality of first lifting legs. A first linear drive mechanism is provided on the deck. The top end of the first lifting leg is fixedly connected to the first frame, and the bottom end of the first lifting leg is fixedly connected to the output end of the first linear drive mechanism. Both the first lifting leg and the first linear drive mechanism are electrically connected to the control mechanism. A first positioning groove adapted to the first housing is provided on the first frame. The first positioning groove is used to place the first housing and limit the displacement of the first housing in the horizontal direction. The unlocking drive component is a first electric push rod. The cylinder of the first electric push rod is fixedly connected to the first frame, and the piston rod of the first electric push rod is used to drive the locking mechanism to release the locking of the second housing and the first housing.

[0015] Preferably, the second housing mounting mechanism includes a second frame, multiple second lifting legs, multiple fall arresting plates, and multiple second electric actuators. The top ends of the second lifting legs are fixedly connected to the second frame. A second linear drive mechanism perpendicular to the first linear drive mechanism is also provided on the deck. The bottom ends of the second lifting legs are slidably connected to the second linear drive mechanism. Both the second lifting legs and the second linear drive mechanism are electrically connected to the control mechanism. A second positioning groove adapted to the second housing is provided on the second frame. The second positioning groove is used to place the second housing and limit the displacement of the second housing in the horizontal direction. The cylinder of the second electric actuator is fixedly connected to the second frame. The piston rod of the second electric actuator is fixedly connected to the fall arresting plate. The fall arresting plate is used to extend towards the edge of the second housing by the second electric actuator after the second housing is placed in the second positioning groove, so as to abut and fix the second housing.

[0016] Preferably, the system further includes a feeding conveyor and a discharging conveyor. The feeding conveyor is located on the side of the first installation platform away from the installation station to feed the marine floating hose into the first installation platform in a predetermined direction. The discharging conveyor is located on the side of the second installation platform away from the installation station to discharge the marine floating hose out of the second installation platform in a predetermined direction. Both the feeding conveyor and the discharging conveyor are electrically connected to the control system.

[0017] The present invention achieves the following technical effects compared to the prior art: This invention provides a detachable buoy and configuration system suitable for offshore floating hoses. By designing the first and second shells as combinable buoyancy structures, a locking mechanism enables rapid locking after they are joined, eliminating the need for numerous fasteners and effectively solving the problems of low installation efficiency and reliance on manual labor and tools in traditional buoy installations. Simultaneously, an unlocking mechanism, in conjunction with an unlocking drive, allows for quick release of the lock, solving the problem of inconvenient disassembly.

[0018] Furthermore, the first and second hull mounting mechanisms in the configuration system enable precise movement and lifting of the hull, achieving automated installation and disassembly. The feeding and discharging conveying mechanisms further enhance the continuity and efficiency of the overall operation. The centralized control of each component by the control mechanism ensures operational precision and reliability, significantly reducing the risks of offshore operations and improving the efficiency of buoy assembly and maintenance in continuous offshore operation scenarios. Attached Figure Description

[0019] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the 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.

[0020] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first shell in a detachable float suitable for offshore floating hoses provided by the present invention; Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second shell in a detachable float suitable for offshore floating hoses provided by the present invention; Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the locking mechanism in a detachable float suitable for offshore floating hoses provided by the present invention; Figure 4 A schematic diagram of the configuration system for a detachable float suitable for offshore floating hoses provided by the present invention; Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the structure of the first housing mounting mechanism in the configuration system of the detachable float suitable for offshore floating hoses provided by the present invention; Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure of the second housing mounting mechanism in the configuration system of the detachable float suitable for offshore floating hoses provided by the present invention; In the figure: 1. First housing; 11. First inner side; 12. First receiving groove; 13. Slot; 14. Locking hole; 2. Second housing; 21. Second inner side; 22. Second receiving groove; 3. Locking mechanism; 31. Insert rod; 32. Elastic element; 33. Locking tongue; 331. First inclined surface; 332. Locking surface; 4. Unlocking mechanism; 41. Second inclined surface; 5. First mounting platform; 6. Second mounting platform; 7. First housing mounting mechanism; 71. First frame; 711. First positioning groove; 72. First lifting leg; 8. Second housing mounting mechanism; 81. Second frame; 82. Second lifting leg; 83. Anti-fall plate; 84. Second electric push rod; 9. First linear drive mechanism; 10. Second linear drive mechanism; 101. Unlocking drive component; 102. Feeding conveyor mechanism; 103. Discharge conveyor mechanism. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0022] The purpose of this invention is to provide a detachable buoy and configuration system suitable for offshore floating hoses, so as to solve the problems existing in the prior art. It has a simple structure, is easy to use, effectively improves the work efficiency of the buoy installation and disassembly process, and effectively reduces the work risk.

[0023] To make the above-mentioned objects, features and advantages of the present invention more apparent and understandable, the present invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0024] Example 1 This embodiment provides a detachable float suitable for offshore floating hoses, such as... Figures 1-3 As shown, the device includes a first housing 1, a second housing 2, at least two sets of locking mechanisms 3, and an unlocking mechanism 4. Both the first housing 1 and the second housing 2 are buoyancy structures. The first housing 1 has a first inner surface 11 and a first receiving groove 12. The second housing 2 has a second inner surface 21 and a second receiving groove 22. The second inner surface 21 is arranged opposite to the first inner surface 11. The first receiving groove 12 and the second receiving groove 22 together form a receiving channel for accommodating a marine floating hose. The two sets of locking mechanisms 3 are respectively arranged on both sides of the receiving channel so that the second housing 2 can be locked when the first inner surface 11 and the second inner surface 21 are in contact. The first housing 1 is locked together with the second housing 2. The unlocking mechanism 4 is set on the first housing 1 and is used to receive external force to drive the locking mechanism 3 to release the lock on the second housing 2 and the first housing 1. This split design and the cooperation of the locking mechanism 3 and the unlocking mechanism 4 make it possible to quickly and conveniently install the float on the offshore floating hose. It can also be easily disassembled when the hose needs to be inspected or parts replaced. Compared with the traditional integral or complex connection method of float, it greatly improves the efficiency of float installation and disassembly. At the same time, the design of the buoyancy structure ensures that the float can provide sufficient buoyancy for the offshore floating hose.

[0025] In a preferred embodiment, the locking mechanism 3 includes a rod 31, an elastic element 32, and a locking tongue 33. One end of the rod 31 is fixedly connected to the second inner surface 21 perpendicularly, and the other end is provided with a groove perpendicular to the length direction of the rod 31. The locking tongue 33 is slidably connected to the groove. One end of the elastic element 32 is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the groove, and the other end is fixedly connected to the locking tongue 33. A slot 13 matching the rod 31 is provided on the first inner surface 11. The first housing 1 is provided with a locking hole 14 communicating with the slot 13. When the rod 31 is inserted into the slot 13... Subsequently, under the elastic force of the elastic element 32, the locking tongue 33 partially extends out of the slide groove and engages with the locking hole 14, thereby locking the second housing 2 with the first housing 1. The unlocking mechanism 4 is slidably connected to the locking hole 14 and is used to push the locking tongue 33 to compress the elastic element 32 and retract it into the slide groove when subjected to external force, thereby releasing the engagement between the locking tongue 33 and the locking hole 14. The locking mechanism 3 is simple and reliable in design. By utilizing the cooperation of the insert rod 31, the elastic element 32, and the locking tongue 33, the automatic locking of the first housing 1 and the second housing 2 is achieved without additional complex operations. During installation, after the insert rod 31 is inserted into the slot 13, the locking tongue 33 automatically pops out and engages with the locking hole 14, making the operation simple and quick. The cooperation between the unlocking mechanism 4 and the locking tongue 33 makes it easy to unlock when disassembly is required, improving the convenience of float disassembly.

[0026] In a preferred embodiment, the locking tongue 33 has a first inclined surface 331 and a locking surface 332. The first inclined surface 331 is used to abut against the entrance edge of the slot 13 during the insertion of the rod 31 into the slot 13. Through the relative sliding of the first inclined surface 331 and the edge of the slot 13, the locking tongue 33 is squeezed and compresses the elastic element 32 and retracts into the groove. After the rod 31 is fully inserted into the slot 13, the locking tongue 33 slides out along the groove under the elastic force of the elastic element 32 and locks into the locking hole 14. At this time, the locking surface 332 abuts against the hole wall of the locking hole 14 to prevent the rod 31 from coming out of the slot 13. The design of the first inclined surface 331 and the locking surface 332 on the locking tongue 33 further optimizes the ease of operation and stability of the locking mechanism 3. The first inclined surface 331 allows the locking tongue 33 to retract smoothly when the insertion rod 31 is inserted into the slot 13, eliminating the need for manual operation of the locking tongue 33 and improving installation efficiency. The contact between the locking surface 332 and the wall of the locking hole 14 effectively prevents the insertion rod 31 from accidentally coming out, enhancing the stability of the first housing 1 and the second housing 2 after locking, and ensuring that the first housing 1 and the second housing 2 will not separate due to shaking or other reasons when the float is used in a complex marine environment.

[0027] In a preferred embodiment, the elastic element 32 is a spring, and the axial direction of the spring is consistent with the length direction of the groove. As a common and reliable elastic element, the spring has good elastic recovery ability and stability, and can provide stable elastic force for the locking tongue 33, ensuring that the locking tongue 33 can reliably pop out and lock into the locking hole 14 after the insertion rod 31 is inserted into the slot 13. At the same time, it can be smoothly compressed under the action of the unlocking mechanism 4, ensuring the reliability and stability of the locking mechanism 3 and the unlocking process.

[0028] In a preferred embodiment, the unlocking mechanism 4 is a slider, which is slidably connected within the locking hole 14. The slider has a second inclined surface 41 that matches the first inclined surface 331, and the second inclined surface 41 abuts against the first inclined surface 331. As the unlocking mechanism 4, the slider's engagement with the latch 33 is precise and convenient. By sliding within the locking hole 14 and utilizing the second inclined surface 41 that matches the first inclined surface 331 of the latch 33 to abut against the latch 33, the latch 33 can be accurately and effectively pushed to compress the spring and retract into the groove, thereby achieving the unlocking operation and improving the accuracy and convenience of unlocking.

[0029] In a preferred embodiment, the locking mechanism 3 consists of four sets, with two sets evenly distributed on one side of the receiving channel and the other two sets evenly distributed on the other side of the receiving channel. The four sets of locking mechanisms 3 are evenly distributed on both sides of the receiving channel, which enables the first housing 1 and the second housing 2 to be firmly connected at multiple positions, ensuring the stability of the overall structure of the pontoon. This ensures that the two parts of the pontoon will not easily separate when the floating hose is subjected to various external forces at sea, thus improving the reliability of the pontoon in actual use.

[0030] Example 2 This embodiment also provides a configuration system for a detachable buoy suitable for offshore floating hoses, as described in Embodiment 1. Figures 4-6As shown, the system includes a first mounting platform 5, a second mounting platform 6, a first housing mounting mechanism 7, a second housing mounting mechanism 8, multiple unlocking drive components 101, and a control mechanism. The first mounting platform 5 and the second mounting platform 6 are disposed on the deck, forming an installation station between them. The first housing mounting mechanism 7 is used to support and position the first housing 1, and is slidably connected to the deck to move the first housing 1 to the installation station. The second housing mounting mechanism 8 is used to support and position the second housing 2, and is slidably connected to the deck to move the second housing 2 to the installation station. The second housing mounting mechanism 8 can drive the second housing 2 to rise and fall so that the second inner side 21 fits against the first inner side 11, thereby locking the first housing 1 and the second housing 2 through the locking mechanism 3; the unlocking drive 101 is mounted on the first housing mounting mechanism 7 and is correspondingly set with the unlocking mechanism 4, and is used to apply external force to the unlocking mechanism 4 when the float needs to be disassembled, so as to drive the locking mechanism 3 to release the lock; the control mechanism is electrically connected to the first housing mounting mechanism 7, the second housing mounting mechanism 8 and the unlocking drive 101 respectively. This configuration system realizes the automation and convenience of the float installation and disassembly process through the coordinated work of each part. The first installation platform 5 and the second installation platform 6 provide a stable operating space. The first housing mounting mechanism 7 and the second housing mounting mechanism 8 can accurately carry, position and move the first housing 1 and the second housing 2 to the installation position, so as to realize the accurate docking and locking of the first housing 1 and the second housing 2. The corresponding settings of the unlocking drive component 101 and the unlocking mechanism 4, as well as the electrical connection control of each part by the control mechanism, enable the installation and disassembly operations of the pontoon to be uniformly coordinated through the control mechanism, which greatly improves the efficiency and accuracy of pontoon installation and disassembly, and reduces the difficulty and risk of manual operation.

[0031] In a preferred embodiment, the first housing mounting mechanism 7 includes a first frame 71 and multiple first lifting legs 72. A first linear drive mechanism 9 is provided on the deck. The top end of the first lifting legs 72 is fixedly connected to the first frame 71, and the bottom end of the first lifting legs 72 is fixedly connected to the output end of the first linear drive mechanism 9. Both the first lifting legs 72 and the first linear drive mechanism 9 are electrically connected to the control mechanism. A first positioning groove 711 adapted to the first housing 1 is provided on the first frame 71. The first positioning groove 711 is used to place the first housing 1 and limit the displacement of the first housing 1 in the horizontal direction. The unlocking drive component 101 is a first electric push rod. The cylinder of the first electric push rod is fixedly connected to the first frame 71. The piston rod of the first electric push rod is used to drive the unlocking mechanism 4 and drive the locking mechanism 3 to release the lock on the second housing 2 and the first housing 1. The design of the first housing mounting mechanism 7 makes the bearing, positioning and movement of the first housing 1 more precise and controllable. The first positioning groove 711 on the first frame 71 can accurately place the first housing 1 and limit its horizontal displacement, ensuring the positional accuracy of the first housing 1 during installation. The electrical connection between the first lifting leg 72 and the first linear drive mechanism 9 and the control mechanism enables precise movement of the first housing 1 in the vertical and horizontal directions, facilitating docking with the second housing 2. The first electric push rod, as the unlocking drive component 101, is fixedly connected to the first frame 71 and its piston rod is driven by the unlocking mechanism 4. It can accurately apply force to the unlocking mechanism 4 when disassembly is required, achieving rapid unlocking and improving disassembly efficiency.

[0032] In a preferred embodiment, the second housing mounting mechanism 8 includes a second frame 81, multiple second lifting legs 82, multiple anti-fall plates 83, and multiple second electric actuators 84. The top ends of the second lifting legs 82 are fixedly connected to the second frame 81. A second linear drive mechanism 10 perpendicular to the first linear drive mechanism 9 is also provided on the deck. The bottom ends of the second lifting legs 82 are slidably connected to the second linear drive mechanism 10. Both the second lifting legs 82 and the second linear drive mechanism 10 are electrically connected to the control mechanism. The second frame 81 is provided with... The second positioning groove, which is adapted to the second housing 2, is used to place the second housing 2 and restrict its horizontal displacement. The cylinder of the second electric actuator 84 is fixedly connected to the second frame 81, and the piston rod of the second electric actuator 84 is fixedly connected to the anti-fall plate 83. The anti-fall plate 83 is used to extend towards the edge of the second housing 2 after the second housing 2 is placed in the second positioning groove, driven by the second electric actuator 84, to abut and fix the second housing 2. The design of the second housing mounting mechanism 8 ensures the stable bearing, accurate positioning, and safety protection of the second housing 2. The second positioning groove on the second frame 81 restricts the horizontal displacement of the second housing 2, ensuring its positional accuracy during installation. The electrical connection between the second lifting leg 82 and the second linear drive mechanism 10 and the control mechanism allows the second housing 2 to move accurately in both vertical and horizontal directions, facilitating docking with the first housing 1. The anti-fall plate 83 and the second electric push rod 84 are provided so that after the second housing 2 is placed in the second positioning groove, the anti-fall plate 83 can be driven by the second electric push rod 84 to extend and abut against the edge of the second housing 2, preventing the second housing 2 from falling accidentally during installation and improving the safety of operation.

[0033] In a preferred embodiment, the system further includes a feeding conveyor 102 and a discharging conveyor 103. The feeding conveyor 102 is located on the side of the first installation platform 5 furthest from the installation position to feed the floating hose into the first installation platform 5 in a predetermined direction. The discharging conveyor 103 is located on the side of the second installation platform 6 furthest from the installation position to discharge the floating hose out of the second installation platform 6 in a predetermined direction. Both the feeding conveyor 102 and the discharging conveyor 103 are electrically connected to the control system. The arrangement of the feeding conveyor 102 and the discharging conveyor 103 enables the automatic entry and exit of the floating hose at the installation position, further improving the automation level of the pontoon installation and dismantling system. The feeding conveyor 102 accurately feeds the hose into the first installation platform 5, and the discharging conveyor 103 discharges the completed hose out of the second installation platform 6, reducing the workload and difficulty of manual hose handling, improving the overall system efficiency, and also reducing the safety risks that may result from manual handling.

[0034] Example 3 The present invention also provides a method of using a detachable buoy configuration system for offshore floating hoses, as described in Embodiment 2.

[0035] Float installation operation: Feeding: Activate the feeding conveyor 102 to feed the marine floating hose into the first installation platform 5 in a predetermined direction. The feeding conveyor 102 first feeds the hose at a relatively fast speed to the area near the installation position, and then switches to a slower speed to bring the hose to a precise stop at the designated position on the first installation platform 5.

[0036] Positioning of the first hull 1: The first linear drive mechanism 9 of the first hull installation mechanism 7 drives the first lifting outrigger 72 and the first frame 71, causing the first hull 1, placed in the first positioning groove 711, to slide along the deck to the installation position. At the same time, the first lifting outrigger 72 adjusts the height of the first hull 1 according to the instructions of the control mechanism, so that the first receiving groove 12 is in a suitable docking position with the marine floating hose.

[0037] Positioning and docking of the second housing 2: The second linear drive mechanism 10 of the second housing installation mechanism 8 drives the second lifting outrigger 82 and the second frame 81, causing the second housing 2, placed in the second positioning slot, to slide along the deck to the installation position. According to the instructions of the control mechanism, the second lifting outrigger 82 gradually moves the second inner side 21 of the second housing 2 closer to the first inner side 11 of the first housing 1. During this process, the anti-fall plate 83, driven by the second electric push rod 84, abuts and fixes the second housing 2, preventing it from shifting or falling during descent.

[0038] Float locking: When the second inner side 21 is in contact with the first inner side 11, the plug 31 of the locking mechanism 3 is inserted into the slot 13 of the first inner side 11, and the locking tongue 33 is engaged in the locking hole 14 under the action of the elastic element 32 (spring), thereby locking the first housing 1 and the second housing 2 and completing the installation of the float on the marine floating hose.

[0039] Material discharge: After installation, the material discharge conveyor 103 is activated to send the marine floating hose with the pontoon installed out of the second installation platform 6 in the predetermined direction, and enter the next process or use stage.

[0040] Float disassembly procedure: Feeding: The marine floating hose with the pontoon is fed into the second installation platform 6 in a predetermined direction through the feeding conveyor 102. The feeding conveyor 102 also proceeds quickly at first and then slowly to ensure that the target pontoon is precisely positioned at the center of the second installation platform 6.

[0041] Positioning and unlocking preparation: The second housing mounting mechanism 8 supports and clamps the second housing 2 for positioning, while the first housing mounting mechanism 7 moves to a suitable position so that the first electric push rod is aligned with the unlocking mechanism 4 (slider).

[0042] Unlocking: The control mechanism issues a command, the piston rod of the first electric push rod extends, pushes the unlocking mechanism 4 (slider), the slider pushes the locking tongue 33 to compress the elastic element 32 (spring) and retract it into the slide groove, releasing the locking tongue 33 from the locking hole 14, and unlocking all locking mechanisms 3.

[0043] Separation and Discharge: After unlocking, the first hull installation mechanism 7 carries the first hull 1 to a temporary storage location, and the second hull installation mechanism 8 carries the second hull 2 ​​to a temporary storage location. Subsequently, the discharge conveyor mechanism 103 delivers the disassembled marine floating hose out of the second installation platform 6 in a predetermined direction, completing the hull disassembly operation.

[0044] Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of this invention. The descriptions of the above embodiments are only for the purpose of helping to understand the method and core ideas of this invention. Furthermore, those skilled in the art will recognize that, based on the ideas of this invention, there will be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scope. Therefore, the content of this specification should not be construed as a limitation of this invention.

Claims

1. A detachable buoy suitable for offshore floating hoses, characterized in that: include A first shell and a second shell, both of which are buoyancy structural components. The first shell has a first inner side and a first receiving groove, and the second shell has a second inner side and a second receiving groove. The second inner side is disposed opposite to the first inner side. The first receiving groove and the second receiving groove together enclose and form a receiving channel for accommodating a marine floating hose. At least two sets of locking mechanisms are respectively disposed on both sides of the receiving through groove, so as to lock the second housing and the first housing when the first inner side surface is in contact with the second inner side surface; as well as An unlocking mechanism, disposed on the first housing, is used to receive external force to drive the locking mechanism to release the lock on the second housing and the first housing.

2. The detachable buoy for offshore floating hoses according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking mechanism includes a rod, an elastic element, and a locking tongue. One end of the rod is fixedly connected perpendicularly to the second inner surface, and the other end is provided with a groove perpendicular to the length direction of the rod. The locking tongue is slidably connected to the groove. One end of the elastic element is fixedly connected to the bottom surface of the groove, and the other end is fixedly connected to the locking tongue. A slot matching the rod is provided on the first inner surface. A locking hole communicating with the slot is provided on the first housing. After the rod is inserted into the slot, the locking tongue partially extends out of the groove and engages with the locking hole under the elastic force of the elastic element, thereby locking the second housing and the first housing. The unlocking mechanism is slidably connected to the locking hole and is used to push the locking tongue to compress the elastic element and retract into the groove when subjected to external force, thereby releasing the engagement between the locking tongue and the locking hole.

3. The detachable buoy for offshore floating hoses according to claim 2, characterized in that: The latch has a first inclined surface and a locking surface. The first inclined surface is used to abut against the entrance edge of the slot during the insertion of the rod into the slot. Through the relative sliding of the first inclined surface and the edge of the slot, the latch is squeezed and compresses the elastic element and retracts into the groove. After the rod is fully inserted into the slot, the latch slides out along the groove under the elastic force of the elastic element and locks into the locking hole. At this time, the locking surface abuts against the hole wall of the locking hole to prevent the rod from coming out of the slot.

4. The detachable buoy for offshore floating hoses according to claim 3, characterized in that: The elastic element is a spring, and the axial direction of the spring is consistent with the length direction of the groove.

5. The detachable buoy for offshore floating hoses according to claim 4, characterized in that: The unlocking mechanism is a slider, which is slidably connected to the locking hole. The slider has a second inclined surface that matches the first inclined surface, and the second inclined surface is used to abut against the first inclined surface.

6. The detachable buoy for offshore floating hoses according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking mechanism consists of four sets, with two sets evenly arranged on one side of the receiving slot and the other two sets evenly arranged on the other side of the receiving slot.

7. A configuration system for a detachable buoy suitable for offshore floating hoses as described in any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: include A first installation platform and a second installation platform are disposed on the deck, and an installation station is formed between the first installation platform and the second installation platform. A first housing mounting mechanism is used to support and position the first housing, and the first housing mounting mechanism is slidably connected to the deck to move the first housing to the installation position; The second housing mounting mechanism is used to support and position the second housing, and the second housing mounting mechanism is slidably connected to the deck to move the second housing to the installation position. The second housing mounting mechanism can drive the second housing to rise and fall so that the second inner side is in contact with the first inner side, and then the locking mechanism is used to lock the first housing and the second housing. Multiple unlocking actuators are mounted on the first housing mounting mechanism and are correspondingly arranged with respect to the unlocking mechanism. They are used to apply an external force to the unlocking mechanism when the float needs to be disassembled, so as to drive the locking mechanism to release the lock. as well as The control mechanism is electrically connected to the first housing mounting mechanism, the second housing mounting mechanism, and the unlocking drive component.

8. The configuration system for a detachable buoy suitable for offshore floating hoses according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first housing mounting mechanism includes a first frame and multiple first lifting legs. A first linear drive mechanism is provided on the deck. The top end of the first lifting leg is fixedly connected to the first frame, and the bottom end of the first lifting leg is fixedly connected to the output end of the first linear drive mechanism. Both the first lifting leg and the first linear drive mechanism are electrically connected to the control mechanism. A first positioning groove adapted to the first housing is provided on the first frame. The first positioning groove is used to place the first housing and limit the displacement of the first housing in the horizontal direction. The unlocking drive component is a first electric push rod. The cylinder of the first electric push rod is fixedly connected to the first frame, and the piston rod of the first electric push rod is used to drive the locking mechanism to release the lock on the second housing and the first housing.

9. The configuration system for a detachable buoy suitable for offshore floating hoses according to claim 8, characterized in that: The second housing mounting mechanism includes a second frame, multiple second lifting legs, multiple fall arresting plates, and multiple second electric actuators. The top ends of the second lifting legs are fixedly connected to the second frame. A second linear drive mechanism perpendicular to the first linear drive mechanism is also provided on the deck. The bottom ends of the second lifting legs are slidably connected to the second linear drive mechanism. Both the second lifting legs and the second linear drive mechanism are electrically connected to the control mechanism. A second positioning groove adapted to the second housing is provided on the second frame. The second positioning groove is used to place the second housing and limit the displacement of the second housing in the horizontal direction. The cylinder of the second electric actuator is fixedly connected to the second frame. The piston rod of the second electric actuator is fixedly connected to the fall arresting plate. The fall arresting plate is used to extend towards the edge of the second housing by the second electric actuator after the second housing is placed in the second positioning groove, so as to abut and fix the second housing.

10. The configuration system for a detachable buoy suitable for offshore floating hoses according to claim 7, characterized in that: It also includes a feeding conveyor and a discharging conveyor. The feeding conveyor is located on the side of the first installation platform away from the installation station to feed the marine floating hose into the first installation platform in a predetermined direction. The discharging conveyor is located on the side of the second installation platform away from the installation station to discharge the marine floating hose out of the second installation platform in a predetermined direction. Both the feeding conveyor and the discharging conveyor are electrically connected to the control system.

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