Adjusting device and X-ray equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of X-ray automatic detection equipment, and discloses an adjusting device and X-ray equipment. The adjusting device comprises a supporting mechanism and a hollow rotating platform arranged on the supporting mechanism, the hollow rotating platform is fixedly connected with the X-ray source and drives the X-ray source to rotate, and the hollow rotating platform can slide relative to the supporting mechanism so as to adjust the position of the X-ray source; the supporting mechanism is further provided with a plurality of limiting pieces used for limiting the rotating angle of the hollow rotating platform. According to the adjusting device, the hollow rotating platform is used for driving the X-ray source to rotate around the focus of the X-ray source, the rotating function of the X-ray source is achieved, and meanwhile the rotating precision of the X-ray source can be guaranteed through the hollow rotating platform. In addition, the adjusting device further has the advantages of being simple, compact, low in manufacturing cost and wide in application range.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of X-ray automatic detection equipment, in particular to an adjustment device and X-ray equipment. Background Art

[0002] X-ray source assemblies are used in the verification, calibration and detection of X-ray radiation instruments, as well as in industrial non-destructive testing and other fields. However, existing equipment cannot adjust the direction of the X-ray main beam axis, or the adjustment process is complicated, making it difficult to achieve coaxiality of the X-ray beam main axis, the center of the beam-limiting aperture and the radiation instrument positioning device (positioning laser line). This is especially difficult to achieve when the positioning device is placed on a longer guide rail with a variable stroke, making it impossible to ensure that the center of the detector of the inspected instrument is in the center of the X-ray beam, nor can it be ensured that it is in a uniform radiation field.

[0003] Therefore, it is necessary to design an adjustment device to ensure the adjustment accuracy of the X-ray source assembly. Utility Model Content

[0004] The utility model aims to provide an adjustment device and an X-ray device to ensure the adjustment accuracy of an X-ray source component.

[0005] To achieve this purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical solutions:

[0006] An adjusting device, used for adjusting the output position of an X-ray source, comprises a supporting mechanism and a hollow rotating platform arranged on the supporting mechanism, wherein the hollow rotating platform is fixedly connected to the X-ray source to drive the X-ray source to rotate, and the hollow rotating platform can slide relative to the supporting mechanism to adjust the position of the X-ray source; a plurality of limit members are also arranged on the supporting mechanism to limit the rotation angle of the hollow rotating platform.

[0007] The adjusting device utilizes a hollow rotating platform to drive the X-ray source to rotate around the X-ray source focus, thereby realizing the rotation function of the X-ray source. At the same time, the hollow rotating platform can ensure the rotation accuracy of the X-ray source. In addition, the adjusting device has the advantages of being simple and compact, having a low manufacturing cost and a wide range of applications.

[0008] As a preferred solution of the above-mentioned adjusting device, the supporting mechanism comprises:

[0009] Support frame;

[0010] A lifting assembly, the lifting assembly is fixedly connected to the hollow rotating platform and slidably connected to the support frame along the first direction;

[0011] A driving assembly is fixed to the support frame, and an output end of the driving assembly is connected to the lifting assembly for driving the lifting assembly to move along the first direction.

[0012] The lifting assembly is driven to move in the first direction by the first driving mechanism, thereby achieving the purpose of linearly adjusting the lifting assembly. At the same time, the setting of the driving assembly also realizes the automatic adjustment of the adjustment device.

[0013] As a preferred solution of the above-mentioned adjustment device, the support mechanism also includes a guide assembly, the guide assembly includes a guide rail member and a slider member, the guide rail member is installed on the support mechanism, the slider member is connected to the lifting assembly, and the slider member is slidably connected to the guide rail member.

[0014] The slider portion is connected to the lifting assembly so that the lifting assembly can slide relative to the guide rail portion on the support mechanism, which ensures the guiding accuracy of the lifting assembly and the support mechanism while allowing the lifting assembly to rise and fall smoothly.

[0015] As a preferred solution of the above-mentioned adjustment device, the support mechanism further includes a locking member, which is fixedly arranged on the support mechanism and is used to lock or unlock the X-ray source and the support mechanism.

[0016] The support mechanism and the X-ray source are locked or unlocked by using a locking piece, so that the adjustment device is more stable during transportation.

[0017] As a preferred solution of the above-mentioned adjustment device, the support mechanism also includes a fixing piece, the locking piece is provided with a waist-shaped hole, the fixing piece is passed through the waist-shaped hole and can lock or unlock the X-ray source and the support mechanism.

[0018] Specifically, when the X-ray source needs to be adjusted, the fixing part and the locking part can be removed, and then the X-ray source can be adjusted using the lifting assembly and the hollow rotating platform. In addition, the above structure uses the fixing part in conjunction with the waist-shaped groove to lock the X-ray source, wherein the waist-shaped groove enables the fixing part to select a suitable locking position when locking, so as to improve the flexibility of locking.

[0019] As a preferred solution of the above-mentioned adjustment device, a buffer portion is provided on a side of the limiting member close to the hollow rotating platform, and the buffer portion can abut against the hollow rotating platform to buffer the hollow rotating platform.

[0020] The buffer part can buffer the X-ray source when the hollow rotating platform rotates beyond the limit position, thereby preventing the X-ray source from colliding with and being damaged by the limiting member due to excessive rotation speed.

[0021] As a preferred solution of the above-mentioned adjusting device, the adjusting device further comprises a driving mechanism, and the driving mechanism is used for driving the hollow rotating platform to rotate.

[0022] The driving mechanism is used to realize automatic adjustment of the angle of the X-ray source.

[0023] As a preferred solution of the above-mentioned adjusting device, the adjusting device further comprises a sensing mechanism, and the sensing mechanism is used to monitor the position of the X-ray source and limit the rotation angle of the X-ray source.

[0024] The position of the X-ray source is monitored by setting a sensing mechanism, thereby ensuring the accuracy of the X-ray source angle adjustment.

[0025] As a preferred solution of the above-mentioned regulating device, the sensing mechanism includes:

[0026] A sensor, wherein the sensor is arranged on a supporting mechanism, and the sensor is provided with a groove;

[0027] A sensing sheet is arranged on the X-ray source, and the sensing sheet can be inserted into the groove so that the sensor can monitor the position of the X-ray source through the sensing sheet.

[0028] The sensor and the sensor sheet are used in combination to monitor the movement origin and movement limit of the X-ray source, wherein the sensor sheet can be inserted into the groove of the sensor to realize the transmission of measurement information. Moreover, the above structure is easy to process, simple to operate, and has strong versatility.

[0029] X-ray equipment comprises the X-ray source and the above-mentioned adjustment device.

[0030] The X-ray device utilizes the adjustment device to adjust the position and output angle of the X-ray source, thereby realizing the X-ray source rotation function. At the same time, the X-ray device has the advantages of simple and compact structure, small footprint, light overall structure, low manufacturing cost and wide application range.

[0031] Beneficial effects of the utility model:

[0032] The adjusting device proposed in the utility model utilizes a hollow rotating platform to drive the X-ray source to rotate around the X-ray source focus, thereby realizing the rotation function of the X-ray source. At the same time, the hollow rotating platform can ensure the rotation accuracy of the X-ray source. In addition, the adjusting device has the advantages of being simple and compact, having a low manufacturing cost and a wide range of applications.

[0033] The X-ray device proposed in the utility model utilizes the above-mentioned adjustment device to adjust the position and output angle of the X-ray source, thereby realizing the rotation function of the X-ray source. At the same time, the X-ray device has the advantages of simple and compact structure, small footprint, light overall structure, low manufacturing cost and wide application range. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0034] Figure 1 It is a structural schematic diagram of the X-ray device provided by the utility model;

[0035] Figure 2 It is a side view of the X-ray device provided by the utility model;

[0036] Figure 3 It is a front view of the left extreme position of the X-ray source provided by the utility model;

[0037] Figure 4 It is a front view of the right extreme position of the X-ray source provided by the utility model.

[0038] In the figure:

[0039] 1. Support mechanism; 11. Support frame; 12. Lifting assembly; 13. Driving assembly; 14. Guide assembly; 15. Locking member;

[0040] 2. Hollow rotating platform;

[0041] 3. Limiting member; 31. Buffering part;

[0042] 4. Driving mechanism;

[0043] 5. Sensing mechanism; 51. Sensor; 52. Sensing sheet;

[0044] 100. X-ray source. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0045] The present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It is to be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention, rather than to limit the present invention. It should also be noted that, for ease of description, only the parts related to the present invention, rather than all structures, are shown in the accompanying drawings.

[0046] In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected", "connected", and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0047] In the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include that the first and second features are in direct contact, or may include that the first and second features are not in direct contact but are in contact through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above", "above" and "above" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly above and obliquely above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below", "below" and "below" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly below and obliquely below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0048] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper", "lower", "right", etc., are based on the directions or positions shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of description and simplified operation, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation of the present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used to distinguish in the description and have no special meaning.

[0049] This embodiment provides an X-ray device, such as Figure 1-Figure 4 As shown, the X-ray device includes an X-ray source 100 and an adjusting device, wherein the adjusting device is used to adjust the output position of the X-ray source 100. The X-ray device uses the adjusting device to adjust the position and output angle of the X-ray source 100, thereby realizing the rotation function of the X-ray source 100. At the same time, the X-ray device has the advantages of simple and compact structure, small footprint, light overall structure, low manufacturing cost and wide application range.

[0050] This embodiment also provides an adjustment device for adjusting the output position of the X-ray source 100. Figure 1As shown, the adjustment device includes a support mechanism 1 and a hollow rotating platform 2 arranged on the support mechanism 1. The hollow rotating platform 2 is fixedly connected to the X-ray source 100 to drive the X-ray source 100 to rotate. The hollow rotating platform 2 can slide relative to the support mechanism 1 to adjust the position of the X-ray source 100. The support mechanism 1 is also provided with a plurality of limiters 3 for limiting the rotation angle of the hollow rotating platform 2. The adjustment device uses the hollow rotating platform 2 to drive the X-ray source 100 to rotate around the focus of the X-ray source 100, thereby realizing the rotation function of the X-ray source 100. At the same time, the hollow rotating platform 2 can ensure the rotation accuracy of the X-ray source 100. In addition, the adjustment device has the advantages of being simple and compact, having a low manufacturing cost and a wide range of applications.

[0051] Furthermore, if Figure 1 As shown, the support mechanism 1 includes a support frame 11, a lifting assembly 12 and a driving assembly 13, wherein the lifting assembly 12 is fixedly connected to the hollow rotating platform 2 and is slidably connected to the support frame 11 along a first direction; the driving assembly 13 is fixed to the support frame 11, and the output end of the driving assembly 13 is connected to the lifting assembly 12, which is used to drive the lifting assembly 12 to move along the first direction. The lifting assembly 12 is driven to move in the first direction by the first driving mechanism 4, thereby achieving the purpose of linearly adjusting the lifting assembly 12. At the same time, the setting of the driving assembly 13 also realizes the automatic adjustment of the adjustment device.

[0052] Furthermore, if Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the support mechanism 1 further includes a guide assembly 14, which includes a guide rail and a slider. The guide rail is mounted on the support mechanism 1, and the slider is connected to the lifting assembly 12. The slider is slidably connected to the guide rail. The slider is connected to the lifting assembly 12 so that the lifting assembly 12 can slide relative to the guide rail on the support mechanism 1. While ensuring the guiding accuracy of the lifting assembly 12 and the support mechanism 1, the lifting assembly 12 can also be lifted and lowered smoothly.

[0053] Furthermore, if Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the support mechanism 1 further includes a locking member 15, which is fixedly disposed on the support mechanism 1 and is used to lock or unlock the X-ray source 100 with the support mechanism 1. The support mechanism 1 and the X-ray source 100 are locked or unlocked by using the locking member 15, so that the adjustment device is more stable during transportation.

[0054] Furthermore, the support mechanism 1 further comprises a fixing member, and a waist-shaped hole is provided on the locking member 15 . The fixing member passes through the waist-shaped hole and can lock or unlock the X-ray source 100 and the support mechanism 1 .

[0055] Specifically, when the X-ray source 100 needs to be adjusted, the fixing part and the locking part 15 can be removed, and then the lifting assembly 12 and the hollow rotating platform 2 can be used to adjust the X-ray source 100. In addition, the above structure uses the fixing part in conjunction with the waist-shaped groove to lock the X-ray source 100, wherein the waist-shaped groove enables the fixing part to select a suitable locking position when locking, so as to improve the flexibility of locking.

[0056] Furthermore, if Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a buffer portion 31 is provided on one side of the stopper 3 close to the hollow rotating platform 2, and the buffer portion 31 can abut against the hollow rotating platform 2 to buffer the hollow rotating platform 2. The buffer portion can buffer the X-ray source 100 when the hollow rotating platform 2 rotates beyond the limit position, thereby preventing the X-ray source 100 from colliding with the stopper 3 and being damaged due to excessive rotation speed.

[0057] Preferably, the buffer portion 31 is made of flexible materials such as rubber.

[0058] Furthermore, if Figure 2 As shown, the adjustment device further includes a driving mechanism 4, and the driving mechanism 4 is used to drive the hollow rotating platform 2 to rotate. The driving mechanism 4 is used to realize automatic angle adjustment of the X-ray source 100.

[0059] Furthermore, if Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the adjustment device further includes a sensing mechanism 5, which is used to monitor the position of the X-ray source 100 and limit the rotation angle of the X-ray source 100. By setting the sensing mechanism 5 to monitor the position of the X-ray source 100, the accuracy of the angle adjustment of the X-ray source 100 is ensured.

[0060] Specifically, Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the sensing mechanism 5 includes a sensor 51 and a sensing sheet 52, wherein the sensor 51 is arranged on the supporting mechanism 1, and the sensor 51 is provided with a groove; the sensing sheet 52 is arranged on the X-ray source 100, and the sensing sheet 52 can be inserted into the groove, so that the sensor 51 can monitor the position of the X-ray source 100 through the sensing sheet 52. The sensor 51 and the sensing sheet 52 are used in combination to monitor the movement origin and movement limit of the X-ray source 100, wherein the sensing sheet 52 can be inserted into the groove of the sensor 51 to realize the transmission of measurement information, and the above structure is easy to process, simple to operate, and has strong versatility.

[0061] Specifically, Figure 3 This is a front view of the adjusting device adjusting the X-ray source 100 to the left extreme position, Figure 4The figure is a front view of the adjustment device adjusting the X-ray source 100 to the right limit position, wherein three sensors 51 are provided on the support mechanism 1, and two sensor sheets 52 are symmetrically installed on both sides of the X-ray source 100. When the driving mechanism 4 drives the hollow rotating platform 2 to move and drive the X-ray source 100 to rotate, the sensor sheets 52 located on both sides of the X-ray source 100 can be plugged into the grooves of the sensors 51. When the sensor 51 senses the sensor sheets 52, the X-ray source 100 reaches the limit position. When the X-ray source 100 rotates to the corresponding position, the sensor 51 senses the sensor sheets 52 and sends a signal to the controller (not shown in the figure). The controller can control the start, stop, forward and reverse actions of the driving mechanism 4, thereby preventing the X-ray source 100 from exceeding the limit position, and then cooperates with the limiter 3 and the buffer part 31 to play the role of limit and buffer anti-collision.

[0062] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for the purpose of clearly illustrating the present invention, and are not intended to limit the implementation methods of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, various obvious changes, readjustments and substitutions can be made without departing from the scope of protection of the present invention. It is not necessary and impossible to list all implementation methods here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention shall be included in the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. An adjusting device for adjusting the output position of an X-ray source (100), characterized in that: The invention comprises a support mechanism (1) and a hollow rotating platform (2) arranged on the support mechanism (1); the hollow rotating platform (2) is fixedly connected to the X-ray source (100) to drive the X-ray source (100) to rotate; the hollow rotating platform (2) can slide relative to the support mechanism (1) to adjust the position of the X-ray source (100); and a plurality of limit members (3) are also arranged on the support mechanism (1) to limit the rotation angle of the hollow rotating platform (2).

2. The adjusting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The supporting mechanism (1) comprises: Support frame (11); A lifting component (12), the lifting component (12) being fixedly connected to the hollow rotating platform (2) and slidably connected to the support frame (11) along a first direction; A driving component (13) is fixed to the support frame (11), and an output end of the driving component (13) is connected to the lifting component (12) for driving the lifting component (12) to move along the first direction.

3. The adjusting device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The support mechanism (1) further comprises a guide assembly (14), the guide assembly (14) comprising a guide rail member and a slider member, the guide rail member being mounted on the support mechanism (1), the slider member being connected to the lifting assembly (12), and the slider member being slidably connected to the guide rail member.

4. The adjusting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support mechanism (1) further comprises a locking member (15), wherein the locking member (15) is fixedly arranged on the support mechanism (1) and is used to lock or unlock the X-ray source (100) and the support mechanism (1).

5. The adjusting device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The support mechanism (1) further comprises a fixing member, the locking member (15) is provided with a waist-shaped hole, the fixing member is passed through the waist-shaped hole and can lock or unlock the X-ray source (100) and the support mechanism (1).

6. The adjusting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A buffer portion (31) is provided on one side of the position-limiting member (3) close to the hollow rotating platform (2); the buffer portion (31) is capable of abutting against the hollow rotating platform (2) and is used to buffer the hollow rotating platform (2).

7. The adjusting device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The adjusting device further comprises a driving mechanism (4), wherein the driving mechanism (4) is used to drive the hollow rotating platform (2) to rotate.

8. The adjusting device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The adjustment device also comprises a sensing mechanism (5), wherein the sensing mechanism (5) is used to monitor the position of the X-ray source (100) and to limit the rotation angle of the X-ray source (100).

9. The adjusting device according to claim 8, characterized in that The sensing mechanism (5) comprises: A sensor (51), the sensor (51) being arranged on the support mechanism (1), the sensor (51) being provided with a groove; A sensing sheet (52), wherein the sensing sheet (52) is arranged on the X-ray source (100), and the sensing sheet (52) can be inserted into the groove so that the sensor (51) can monitor the position of the X-ray source (100) through the sensing sheet (52).

10. X-ray equipment, characterized in that The device comprises the X-ray source (100) and the adjusting device according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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