A composite support component for reinforcing steel structures of buildings
By designing modular support components, the problem of existing support components being unable to adapt to different steel structure sections and reinforcement locations is solved, enabling rapid installation and stable reinforcement, and improving construction efficiency and safety.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- WUHU HENGCHI STEEL STRUCTURE CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2026-03-02
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-02
AI Technical Summary
Existing steel structure reinforcement supports for buildings cannot be adapted to different cross-sectional shapes and reinforcement locations, and the installation process is complicated, prone to thermal damage, and difficult to meet construction requirements.
Design a modular support component, including a main support rod assembly, a fixing assembly, and an adjusting rod assembly. It can adapt to different heights and cross-sectional shapes through detachable U-shaped buckles and telescopic rods. Combined with additional connecting components, it can realize the series connection of multiple support components and rapid positioning and installation.
It enables flexible adaptation to different steel structures, improves the versatility and ease of installation of the support components, enhances reinforcement stability and construction efficiency, and avoids thermal damage.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of building support technology, specifically a combined support for reinforcing steel structures of buildings. Background Technology
[0002] Steel structures are widely used in industrial plants and high-rise buildings due to their advantages such as high strength, light weight, and short construction period. However, over time, steel structures can suffer damage such as component deformation, loose joints, and weld cracking, which seriously threaten the structural safety and service life of buildings. Therefore, a support structure is needed to provide support.
[0003] Currently, commonly used support components for steel structure reinforcement in buildings are mainly divided into two categories: rigid support components and flexible support components. Rigid support components are mostly made of integral steel profiles and are fixed to beams, columns, nodes, and other parts of the steel structure to be reinforced by welding or bolting. They rely on their own rigidity to bear the load and improve the stability of the steel structure. However, this type of support component has some drawbacks. The integral structural design results in fixed dimensions and angles for the support component, making it unable to adapt to steel structures with different cross-sectional shapes and reinforcement locations. The installation process relies heavily on welding operations, which can easily cause thermal damage to the steel structure base material at high temperatures. At the same time, the welding process is complex and the construction period is long, making it difficult to meet the needs of building reinforcement projects. Summary of the Invention
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a modular support component for reinforcing steel structures of buildings. By setting a main support rod assembly, it can adapt to steel structures of different heights and cross-sectional shapes, thus solving the problem that traditional steel structures cannot adapt to different cross-sectional forms and different reinforcement parts.
[0005] To address the problems of existing technologies, this invention provides a combined support component for reinforcing steel structures of houses. This component can be installed on the columns of a steel structure house to reinforce it. It includes a fixing assembly that can be installed between two adjacent columns. The fixing assembly also has at least two adjusting rod assemblies. A support plate is connected to each adjusting rod assembly. A main support rod assembly that supports the house's crossbeams is installed on the support plate. The main support rod assembly includes a U-shaped buckle that can move up and down and is fixed to the crossbeam.
[0006] Preferably, the main support rod assembly further includes a fixed plate that can move up and down, and a plurality of U-shaped buckles are evenly distributed along the length of the fixed plate. The U-shaped buckles pass through the fixed plate and are fixed to the fixed plate by nuts.
[0007] Preferably, the main support rod assembly further includes a second sleeve that is vertically fixed to the top of the support plate by bolts, a third telescopic rod that is slidably disposed in the second sleeve, and the third telescopic rod is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed plate.
[0008] Preferably, the second sleeve has limit holes evenly distributed along its length, and the third telescopic rod has a first through hole corresponding to one of the limit holes. The main support rod assembly also includes a third locking bolt that can pass through the limit hole and the first through hole.
[0009] Preferably, a first clamp is also installed on one side of the bottom of the support plate, and an extension rod is installed in the first clamp, with a plurality of connecting components arranged on the extension rod along its length direction.
[0010] Preferably, the extension assembly includes a second clamp that can be detachably installed on the extension rod. The second clamp has a first extension sleeve and a second extension sleeve that is perpendicular to the first extension sleeve. Both the first extension sleeve and the second extension sleeve have a second through hole.
[0011] Preferably, the fixing component includes a connecting plate disposed between two columns, and at least two first telescopic rods are provided on both sides of the connecting plate. The first telescopic rods are movably connected to the connecting plate. A first sleeve is sleeved on the outside of the first telescopic rod, and an installation component is detachably connected to the end of the first sleeve away from the first telescopic rod. The installation component is U-shaped and is provided with a clamping component that can fix the first sleeve to the column.
[0012] Preferably, the first sleeve has a first groove along its length, and the first telescopic rod is screwed with a first locking bolt, which passes through the first groove and fixes the first telescopic rod to the first sleeve. The mounting component has a plug sleeve for the first sleeve to be inserted into, and the first sleeve and the plug sleeve are fixed by bolts.
[0013] Preferably, the clamping assembly has two sets and is mounted on the mounting member. The clamping assembly includes a threaded rod that is connected to the mounting member by threads. One end of the threaded rod is movably connected to a pressure plate, and the other end of the threaded rod is connected to a handle.
[0014] Preferably, the connecting plate has first connecting blocks on both sides connected to the adjusting rod assembly. The adjusting rod assembly includes an adjusting rod body hinged to the first connecting block. A second telescopic rod is slidably disposed on the adjusting rod body and is hinged to the bottom of the support plate. A second groove is formed on the adjusting rod body along its length direction. A second locking bolt is screwed onto the second telescopic rod and passes through the second groove and is fixed by a nut.
[0015] The advantages of this invention compared to the prior art are: 1. This application achieves adaptability and adjustment to steel structures of different heights and cross-sectional shapes by setting a main support rod assembly. Specifically, the U-shaped buckle of the main support rod assembly adopts a detachable design, and the U-shaped buckle of the appropriate model can be replaced according to the actual cross-sectional shape of the steel structure; at the same time, by adjusting the extension length of the third telescopic rod, it can flexibly adapt to steel structures of different height specifications, significantly improving the versatility and adaptability of the support component.
[0016] 2. This application strengthens and expands the support performance by setting a first clamp at the bottom of the support plate and detachably connecting an extension rod to the first clamp, with an extension component detachably mounted on the extension rod. Specifically, the second extension sleeve in the extension component allows for the series connection of multiple support components, effectively improving the overall support rigidity; simultaneously, the first extension sleeve in the extension component allows for the assembly of vertical members and rigid connection with the building beams, further optimizing the force transmission path of the support system and ensuring reinforcement stability.
[0017] 3. This application achieves rapid positioning and installation of the support component by setting up a fixing component. The fixing component is assembled between two columns, and by driving the pressure plates to move in opposite directions, it can clamp and fix the two columns, completing the rapid positioning of the support component; at the same time, the first sleeve and the first telescopic rod of the fixing component form a telescopic and adjustable structure. By adjusting the relative telescopic amount of the two, it can adapt to columns with different spacing specifications, improving the installation adaptability and operation convenience of the fixing component. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a combined support component for reinforcing steel structures of houses according to the present invention.
[0019] Figure 2 This is a side-view three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a combined support component for reinforcing steel structures of houses according to the present invention.
[0020] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a fixing component for a combined support member used to reinforce a steel structure of a house, according to the present invention.
[0021] Figure 4 This invention relates to a combined support component for reinforcing steel structures in buildings. Figure 3 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.
[0022] Figure 5 This is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of an adjusting rod assembly for a combined support member used in reinforcing a steel structure of a house, according to the present invention.
[0023] Figure 6 This is a first three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the main support rod assembly, extension rod, and connection assembly of a combined support component for reinforcing steel structures of houses according to the present invention.
[0024] Figure 7 This is a second three-dimensional structural diagram of the main support rod assembly, extension rod, and connection assembly of a combined support component for reinforcing steel structures of houses according to the present invention.
[0025] Figure 8 This invention relates to a combined support component for reinforcing steel structures in buildings. Figure 6 Enlarged structural diagram at point A in the middle.
[0026] The diagram is labeled as follows: 1. Fixing component; 11. Connecting plate; 111. First connecting block; 12. First sleeve; 121. First groove; 13. First telescopic rod; 131. First locking bolt; 14. Mounting component; 141. Insert sleeve; 15. Clamping component; 151. Pressure plate; 152. Threaded rod; 153. Handle; 2. Adjusting rod assembly; 21. Adjusting rod body; 211. Second groove; 22. Second telescopic rod; 221. Second locking bolt; 3. Support plate; 31. First clamp; 4. Main support rod assembly; 41. Second sleeve; 411. Limiting hole; 42. Third telescopic rod; 421. Third locking bolt; 43. Fixing plate; 431. U-shaped buckle; 5. Extension rod; 6. Extension assembly; 61. Second clamp; 62. First extension sleeve; 63. Second extension sleeve; 100. Column. Detailed Implementation
[0027] To further understand the features, technical means, and specific objectives and functions achieved by the present invention, the present invention will be described in further detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.
[0028] Reference Figures 1 to 8As shown, this invention provides a modular support component for reinforcing steel structures of buildings. It can be installed on the columns 100 of a steel structure building to reinforce the structure. The component includes a fixing assembly 1, which can be installed between two adjacent columns 100. The fixing assembly 1 is the core positioning and load-bearing foundation component, used to securely fix the entire modular support component to the steel structure building columns 100, providing a reliable installation benchmark for subsequent components. It also transfers the load borne by the support component to the columns 100, ensuring the bottom stability of the support system. At least two adjusting rod assemblies 2 are also installed on the fixing assembly 1. Support plates 3 are connected to the adjusting rod assemblies 2. Main support rod assemblies 4, capable of supporting the building's crossbeams, are installed on the support plates 3. The adjusting rod assemblies 2 are intermediate force transmission and attitude adjustment components connecting the fixing assembly 1 and the support plates 3. Through structural adjustment, the spatial position of the support plates 3 can be changed, ensuring that the main support rod assembly 4 can be close to the building's crossbeams, adapting to the installation requirements of different steel structure layouts, and simultaneously bearing and transferring the loads of the support plates 3 and the main support rod assembly 4 to the fixing assembly 1. The main support rod assembly 4 includes U-shaped buckles 431 that can move up and down and are fixed to the crossbeam. The main support rod assembly 4 also includes a fixing plate 43 that can move up and down. Several U-shaped buckles 431 are evenly distributed along the length of the fixing plate 43. The U-shaped buckles 431 pass through the fixing plate 43 and are fixed to the fixing plate 43 by nuts. The U-shaped buckles 431 are key components for achieving detachable fixing between the main support rod assembly 4 and the crossbeam. By fitting and clamping the crossbeam, and then locking it to the fixing plate 43 with nuts, a rigid connection between the main support rod assembly 4 and the crossbeam is ensured, preventing relative slippage during support. Furthermore, a suitable U-shaped buckle 431 can be replaced according to the crossbeam's cross-sectional shape, improving adaptability.
[0029] The entire support component is installed and fixed between two adjacent columns 100 using the fixing component 1, completing the positioning of the support system and constructing a stable load-bearing foundation. Subsequently, the spatial posture of the support plate 3 is adjusted using the adjusting rod component 2, positioning the support plate 3 to meet the support requirements of the crossbeam. Next, the height of the fixing plate 43 in the main support rod component 4 is adjusted so that the U-shaped buckle 431 is fitted onto the crossbeam, and then the U-shaped buckle 431 is locked and fixed with nuts, achieving a rigid connection between the main support rod component 4 and the crossbeam. Finally, the load borne by the crossbeam is transferred to the fixing plate 43, concentrated by the fixing plate 43, and then transferred to the support plate 3. The support plate 3 evenly distributes the load to multiple adjusting rod components 2, which then transfer the load to the fixing component 1. Finally, the fixing component 1 transfers all the load to the two columns 100, forming a complete and stable force transmission path. Thus, the support system offsets part of the working load of the crossbeam, achieving the reinforcement effect of the steel structure of the building.
[0030] refer to Figures 6 to 7As shown, the main support rod assembly 4 also includes a second sleeve 41 vertically fixed to the top of the support plate 3 by bolts. A third telescopic rod 42 is slidably disposed in the second sleeve 41, and the third telescopic rod 42 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixed plate 43. One end of the third telescopic rod 42 is rigidly connected to the bottom of the fixed plate 43, and the other end is slidably embedded in the second sleeve 41. It is the core actuator for realizing the height adjustment of the fixed plate 43. Through its own telescopic movement within the second sleeve 41, it drives the fixed plate 43 and the U-shaped buckle 431 to rise and fall synchronously to adapt to the support requirements of the house beams of different heights. Limiting holes 411 are evenly opened on the second sleeve 41 along its length direction, and the third telescopic rod 42 has a first through hole corresponding to one of the limiting holes 411. The main support rod assembly 4 also includes a third locking bolt 421 that can pass through the limiting hole 411 and the first through hole.
[0031] Based on the actual height of the house beam, the third telescopic rod 42 is driven to slide vertically within the second sleeve 41, causing the fixing plate 43 to rise and fall synchronously until the U-shaped buckle 431 is aligned with the beam. Then, the third locking bolt 421 is passed through the corresponding height limiting hole 411 on the second sleeve 41 and the first through hole on the third telescopic rod 42 to complete the rigid locking between the third telescopic rod 42 and the second sleeve 41, keeping the fixing plate 43 at the target height. The U-shaped buckle 431 is then fitted onto the house beam and locked in place with a nut, achieving a rigid connection between the main support rod assembly 4 and the beam.
[0032] refer to Figures 6 to 8As shown, a first clamp 31 is installed on one side of the bottom of the support plate 3, and an extension rod 5 is installed in the first clamp 31. The first clamp 31 serves as the connecting carrier between the extension rod 5 and the support plate 3, and is detachably installed on one side of the bottom of the support plate 3. The clamping structure enables quick fixing and disassembly of the extension rod 5. Several connecting components 6 are provided on the extension rod 5 along its length. The connecting component 6 includes a second clamp 61 that is detachably installed on the extension rod 5. The second clamp 61 serves as the connecting part between the connecting component 6 and the extension rod 5. It adopts a detachable structure and can be freely adjusted in installation position along the length of the extension rod 5 to adapt to different connecting requirements. The clamping action firmly fixes the connecting component 6 to the extension rod 5, ensuring the rigidity and stability of the connection. The second clamp 61 is vertically equipped with a first connecting sleeve 62 and a second connecting sleeve 63 perpendicular to the first connecting sleeve 62. Both the first connecting sleeve 62 and the second connecting sleeve 63 have second through holes. The first connecting sleeve 62 is vertically arranged, and its second through hole is used to pass bolts to fix the vertical members. By adding vertical members, it can be connected to the building beams or the upper load-bearing structure to form a vertical auxiliary support, share the load of the main support rod assembly 4, and further improve the deformation resistance of the support system. The second connecting sleeve 63 is horizontally arranged and perpendicular to the first connecting sleeve 62. Its second through hole is used to pass bolts to fix the horizontal members. By adding horizontal members, multiple sets of combined support members can be connected laterally, so that the dispersed support members form a whole support network that works together to bear the load, and avoid the failure of a single support member due to excessive local load.
[0033] After the main support rod assembly 4 completes its rigid connection with the crossbeam and forms the main support force transmission path, according to the actual reinforcement requirements of the steel structure house, the extension rod 5 is installed at the bottom of the support plate 3 through the first clamp 31, and then the extension assembly 6 is fixed to the preset position of the extension rod 5 through the second clamp 61. Subsequently, a vertical member is added through the first extension sleeve 62 and connected to the house crossbeam to form a vertical auxiliary support branch. This branch can share part of the crossbeam load borne by the main support rod assembly 4, reducing the load pressure on the main support force transmission path. At the same time, a horizontal member is added through the second extension sleeve 63 to connect multiple independent combined support components into one unit, so that the force of each support component is mutually transferred and evenly distributed, avoiding overload damage to local support components.
[0034] refer to Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the fixing component 1 includes a connecting plate 11 disposed between two columns 100, and at least two first telescopic rods 13 on both sides of the connecting plate 11. The first telescopic rods 13 are movably connected to the connecting plate 11. A first sleeve 12 is sleeved on the outside of the first telescopic rod 13, and an installation component 14 is detachably connected to the end of the first sleeve 12 away from the first telescopic rod 13. The installation component 14 is U-shaped, and a clamping component 15 is provided on the installation component 14 to fix the first sleeve 12 to the column 100.
[0035] Based on the actual distance between the two columns 100 of the steel structure house to be reinforced, the extension length of the first telescopic rod 13 within the first sleeve 12 is adjusted so that the U-shaped mounting pieces 14 on both sides can be secured to the side wall of the column 100. Then, the mounting pieces 14 are firmly locked onto the column 100 using the clamping assembly 15, completing the installation and positioning of the fixing assembly 1 and constructing the bottom bearing foundation of the entire support structure. The adjusting rod assembly 2 is connected between the connecting plate 11 and the support plate 3, and the spatial posture of the support plate 3 is adjusted using the adjusting rod assembly 2. Then, the third telescopic rod 42 is driven to slide within the second sleeve 41, causing the fixing plate 43 and the U-shaped buckle 431 to rise and fall to a height compatible with the crossbeam. The height position is locked using the third locking bolt 421, and the U-shaped buckle 431 is fitted and locked onto the crossbeam, completing the assembly of the main support structure.
[0036] refer to Figures 1 to 2 As shown, a first groove 121 is provided on the first sleeve 12 along its length direction, and a first locking bolt 131 is screwed on the first telescopic rod 13. The first locking bolt 131 passes through the first groove 121 and fixes the first telescopic rod 13 to the first sleeve 12. The mounting part 14 has a plug sleeve 141 for the first sleeve 12 to be inserted, and the first sleeve 12 and the plug sleeve 141 are fixed by bolts.
[0037] Tighten the first locking bolt 131 to lock the relative position of the first telescopic rod 13 and the first sleeve 12 by the bolt preload, so as to prevent the telescopic slippage during subsequent load bearing; insert the end of the first sleeve 12 away from the first telescopic rod 13 into the plug sleeve 141 of the mounting part 14, and fix the two with bolts to complete the rigid connection between the first sleeve 12 and the mounting part 14; finally, use the clamping assembly 15 to firmly clamp the mounting part 14 onto the column 100 to complete the positioning and stable installation of the fixing assembly 1.
[0038] refer to Figure 4 As shown, the clamping assembly 15 has two sets and is mounted on the mounting member 14. The clamping assembly 15 includes a threaded rod 152 that is connected to the mounting member 14 by threads. One end of the threaded rod 152 is movably connected to a pressure plate 151, and the other end of the threaded rod 152 is connected to a handle 153.
[0039] After the U-shaped mounting piece 14 is fastened to the preset installation position on the column 100, the operator turns the handle 153, causing the threaded rod 152 to rotate synchronously. Since the threaded rod 152 is threadedly connected to the mounting piece 14, the rotational motion is converted into linear movement of the pressure plate 151, driving the pressure plate 151 closer to the side wall of the column 100. After both sets of pressure plates 151 are tightly fitted to the side wall of the column 100, the handle 153 is turned again to apply the preset clamping force. At this time, the self-locking characteristic of the threaded structure can keep the pressure plate 151 in a stable clamping state, and it will not loosen due to external loads or vibrations.
[0040] refer to Figure 5 As shown, the connecting plate 11 has first connecting blocks 111 on both sides that are connected to the adjusting rod assembly 2. The adjusting rod assembly 2 includes an adjusting rod body 21 that is hinged to the first connecting block 111. A second telescopic rod 22 is slidably disposed on the adjusting rod body 21 and is hinged to the bottom of the support plate 3. A second groove 211 is provided on the adjusting rod body 21 along its length direction. A second locking bolt 221 is screwed onto the second telescopic rod 22 and passes through the second groove 211 and is fixed by a nut.
[0041] The above embodiments only illustrate one or more implementations of the present invention, and their descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, but they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of the present invention, and these all fall within the protection scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of the present invention should be determined by the appended claims.
Claims
1. A modular support component for reinforcing steel structures of buildings, which can be installed on the columns (100) of steel structure buildings to reinforce the buildings, characterized in that: The device includes a fixing component (1) which can be installed between two adjacent columns (100). The fixing component (1) is also equipped with at least two adjusting rod assemblies (2). The adjusting rod assemblies (2) are connected to a support plate (3). The support plate (3) is equipped with a main support rod assembly (4) that can support the beams of the house. The main support rod assembly (4) includes a U-shaped buckle (431) that can move up and down and is fixed on the beam.
2. The combined support component for reinforcing steel structures of buildings according to claim 1, characterized in that: The main support rod assembly (4) also includes a fixed plate (43) that can move up and down. There are several U-shaped buckles (431) and they are evenly distributed along the length of the fixed plate (43). The U-shaped buckles (431) pass through the fixed plate (43) and are fixed to the fixed plate (43) by nuts.
3. A combined support member for reinforcing steel structures of houses according to claim 2, characterized in that: The main support rod assembly (4) also includes a second sleeve (41) that is vertically fixed to the top of the support plate (3) by bolts. A third telescopic rod (42) is slidably disposed in the second sleeve (41), and the third telescopic rod (42) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the fixing plate (43).
4. A combined support member for reinforcing steel structures of houses according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second sleeve (41) has a limit hole (411) evenly opened along its length direction, and the third telescopic rod (42) has a first through hole corresponding to one of the limit holes (411). The main support rod assembly (4) also includes a third locking bolt (421) that can pass through the limit hole (411) and the first through hole.
5. A combined support member for reinforcing steel structures of buildings according to claim 1, characterized in that: A first clamp (31) is also installed on one side of the bottom of the support plate (3), and an extension rod (5) is installed in the first clamp (31). Several extension components (6) are provided on the extension rod (5) along its length direction.
6. A combined support member for reinforcing steel structures of buildings according to claim 5, characterized in that: The extension assembly (6) includes a second clamp (61) detachably mounted on the extension rod (5). The second clamp (61) has a first extension sleeve (62) and a second extension sleeve (63) perpendicular to the first extension sleeve (62). Both the first extension sleeve (62) and the second extension sleeve (63) have a second through hole.
7. A combined support member for reinforcing steel structures of buildings according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fixing component (1) includes a connecting plate (11) disposed between two columns (100), and at least two first telescopic rods (13) are provided on both sides of the connecting plate (11). The first telescopic rods (13) are movably connected to the connecting plate (11). A first sleeve (12) is sleeved on the outside of the first telescopic rod (13), and an installation component (14) is detachably connected to one end of the first sleeve (12) away from the first telescopic rod (13). The installation component (14) is U-shaped, and a clamping component (15) is provided on the installation component (14) to fix the first sleeve (12) on the column (100).
8. A combined support member for reinforcing steel structures of buildings according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first sleeve (12) has a first groove (121) along its length direction, and the first telescopic rod (13) is screwed with a first locking bolt (131). The first locking bolt (131) passes through the first groove (121) and fixes the first telescopic rod (13) to the first sleeve (12). The mounting part (14) has a plug sleeve (141) for the first sleeve (12) to be inserted, and the first sleeve (12) and the plug sleeve (141) are fixed by bolts.
9. A combined support member for reinforcing steel structures of houses according to claim 8, characterized in that: The clamping assembly (15) has two sets and is mounted on the mounting member (14). The clamping assembly (15) includes a threaded rod (152) that is connected to the mounting member (14) by a thread. One end of the threaded rod (152) is movably connected to a pressure plate (151), and the other end of the threaded rod (152) is connected to a handle (153).
10. A combined support member for reinforcing steel structures of houses according to claim 7, characterized in that: The connecting plate (11) has a first connecting block (111) on both sides connected to the adjusting rod assembly (2). The adjusting rod assembly (2) includes an adjusting rod body (21) hinged to the first connecting block (111). A second telescopic rod (22) is slidably provided on the adjusting rod body (21), and the second telescopic rod (22) is hinged to the bottom of the support plate (3). A second groove (211) is provided on the adjusting rod body (21) along its length direction. A second locking bolt (221) is screwed onto the second telescopic rod (22), and the second locking bolt (221) passes through the second groove (211) and is fixed by a nut.