A dynamic online monitoring system for the sludge discharge specific gravity of a thickener

CN222212555U8Active Publication Date: 2025-11-11NAT ENG RES CENT OF URBAN WATER RESOURCE +1
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Application Number
CN202420595150.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-03-26
Publication Date
2025-11-11
Estimated Expiration
2034-03-26

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Technical Problem

In traditional methods, the specific gravity detection of the concentrator produces mud requires manual timed testing, and the time control is not strict, the experimental process is cumbersome and prone to errors, and the repetitive work is time-consuming and labor-intensive.

Method used

Design a dynamic online monitoring system for the specific gravity of the concentrator, including a metering system, control system and alarm system. It uses weighing sensors and infrared ranging sensors to monitor the mud quality and liquid level height in real time, and automatically passes through the central control module and data acquisition module. Control and collect data and start the alarm system when the set value is reached.

Benefits of technology

Dynamic online monitoring of the specific gravity of the concentrator produced by mud is realized, experimental operations are simplified, experimental accuracy is improved, manual errors are reduced, automation is improved, and frequent inspections are avoided.

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Abstract

This utility model relates to a dynamic online monitoring system for the specific gravity of sludge discharged from a thickener, comprising a metering system, a control system, and an alarm system. The control system is connected to the metering system, and the alarm system monitors the metering. The alarm system is communicatively connected to the control system. The metering system includes a metering container, a weighing sensor, and an infrared distance sensor. The metering container is used to hold the sludge to be tested and is controlled by the control system. The infrared distance sensor is located at the top of the metering container, and the weighing sensor is located at the bottom of the metering container. Applying this application can solve the cumbersome problem of manual sampling, simplify experimental operations, and increase experimental accuracy.
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Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of experimental instruments, in particular to a dynamic online monitoring system for the specific gravity of mud discharged from a concentrator. Background Art

[0002] In the test of the density of the sludge discharged from the thickener, the traditional method requires regular testing of the sludge discharged from the thickener. On the one hand, manual testing does not strictly control the time. On the other hand, the experimental process is cumbersome, the repetitive work is time-consuming and labor-intensive, and it is easy to make recording errors. Utility Model Content

[0003] The utility model proposes a dynamic online monitoring system for the specific gravity of mud discharged from a concentrator, which can solve the cumbersome problems in the manual sampling process, simplify the experimental operation, and increase the experimental accuracy.

[0004] The technical solution of the utility model is as follows:

[0005] A dynamic online monitoring system for the specific gravity of mud discharged from a concentrator comprises a metering system, a control system and an alarm system. The control system is connected to the metering system for control, the alarm system monitors the metering, and the alarm system is connected to the control system for communication. The metering system comprises a metering container, a weighing sensor and an infrared ranging sensor. The metering container is used to place the mud to be measured, the metering container is controlled by the control system, the infrared ranging sensor is arranged on the top of the metering container, and the weighing sensor is arranged on the bottom of the metering container.

[0006] As a further optimization of this solution, the metering system also includes a power assembly, which includes an electric cylinder. The electric cylinder is signal-connected to the control system. A telescopic rod is provided at the telescopic end of the electric cylinder, and the telescopic rod is connected to the metering container. The electric cylinder has two degrees of freedom: telescopic and rotation.

[0007] As a further optimization of this solution, the control system includes a central control module and a data acquisition module. The central control module controls and connects the power component. The central control module is signal-connected to the data acquisition module. The data acquisition module is signal-connected to the weighing sensor and the infrared ranging sensor. The central control module is also signal-connected to the alarm system.

[0008] As a further optimization of this solution, the alarm system includes a filtrate image acquisition module and an alarm display screen. The filtrate image acquisition module includes a camera arranged at the mud outlet of the concentrator. The filtrate image acquisition module signal is connected to the central control module.

[0009] The working principle and beneficial effects of the utility model are:

[0010] When the present application is applied, the central control module controls the mud in the concentrator to be introduced into the metering container during operation. After sending the mud collection instruction, the data acquisition module receives the signals of the weighing sensor and the infrared ranging sensor. On the one hand, the weighing sensor collects the mass of the mud in the metering container, and on the other hand, the infrared ranging sensor collects the liquid level of the mud. At the same time, the collected data is input into the central control module through the data acquisition module. After the central control module obtains the data threshold, it controls to stop collecting. Similarly, when the collected weight or height reaches a certain level, the alarm system is activated to monitor the amount of mud introduced through images. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0011] The utility model is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific implementation methods.

[0012] Figure 1 This is a system connection diagram for this application;

[0013] Figure 2 This is a principle block diagram of this application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0014] The following will be combined with the embodiments of the utility model to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the utility model, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without creative work are within the scope of protection of the utility model.

[0015] Specific embodiments are as shown in the attached specification. Figure 1 and 2As shown, a dynamic online monitoring system for the specific gravity of mud discharged from a concentrator includes a metering system, a control system and an alarm system. The control system controls and connects the metering system, and the alarm system monitors the metering. The alarm system is connected to the control system by communication. The metering system includes a metering container, a weighing sensor and an infrared ranging sensor. The metering container is used to place the mud to be measured, and the metering container is controlled by the control system. The infrared ranging sensor is arranged on the top of the metering container, and the weighing sensor is arranged on the bottom of the metering container. The metering system also includes a power assembly, which includes an electric cylinder. The electric cylinder is connected to the control system by signal. A telescopic rod is arranged at the telescopic end of the electric cylinder, and the telescopic rod is connected to the metering container. The electric cylinder has two degrees of freedom, namely, telescopic and rotation. The control system includes a central control module and a data acquisition module. The central control module controls and connects the power assembly. The central control module is connected to the data acquisition module by signal. The data acquisition module is connected to the weighing sensor and the infrared ranging sensor by signal. The central control module is also connected to the alarm system by signal. The alarm system includes a filtrate image acquisition module and an alarm display screen. The filtrate image acquisition module includes a camera arranged at the mud outlet of the concentrator, and the filtrate image acquisition module is connected to the central control module by signal.

[0016] This solution includes a metering system, a control system, and an alarm system. The metering system includes an electric cylinder, a telescopic rod is set at the telescopic end of the electric cylinder, and the other end of the telescopic rod is connected to the metering device; the metering device includes a metering container, a weighing sensor, and an infrared distance sensor. A weighing sensor is fixed on the upper plane at the bottom of the metering device, a metering container is provided on the upper part of the weighing sensor, and an infrared distance sensor is installed on the top of the metering container. The control system includes a central control module and a data acquisition module; the central control module is connected to the electric cylinder, controls the telescopic rod to collect sludge at the mud outlet of the concentrator at a fixed time, or controls the telescopic rod to flip the metering container to empty the collected sludge; before and after the central module controls the mud collection, it initiates a collection instruction to the data acquisition module, and the weighing sensor and the infrared distance sensor start metering; the sensor signal collected by the data acquisition module is transmitted to the central control module for processing, and when it reaches above the set value, the control system controls the alarm system to work. The alarm system is connected to the alarm display screen and the camera installed at the filtrate of the concentrator to collect images.

[0017] Operation Mode:

[0018] Normally, the moisture content of the sludge discharged from the sludge thickener is in the range of 95-96%, corresponding to a sludge density of 1.025-1.031, while the abnormal moisture content of the sludge discharged is in the range of 98-99%, corresponding to a sludge density of 1.00-1.01. As shown in the figure below, the alarm value is set according to the requirement of the moisture content of the sludge discharged. The weighing system is located at the sludge outlet of the thickener. The weighing feedback is given at a fixed volume interval. If it exceeds the range, an alarm is issued to indicate abnormal operation.

[0019] At the same time, a surveillance camera is installed on the side of the concentrator filtrate. When an alarm is triggered, it will prompt the central control personnel of the abnormality and observe the clarity of the filtrate. If it is turbid, it is determined that the system is abnormal and needs to be checked on site. If the filtrate is clear, continue to observe and make a judgment based on the experience of the on-site personnel.

[0020] Advantages: Avoid frequent visits to the concentration workshop and improve the degree of automation.

[0021] The above are only preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included in the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A dynamic online monitoring system for the density of mud discharged from a concentrator, characterized in that: It includes a metering system, a control system and an alarm system. The control system controls and is connected to the metering system. The alarm system monitors the metering. The alarm system is communicatively connected to the control system. The metering system includes a metering container, a weighing sensor and an infrared ranging sensor. The metering container is used to place the mud to be measured. The metering container is controlled by the control system. The infrared ranging sensor is arranged on the top of the metering container, and the weighing sensor is arranged on the bottom of the metering container.

2. A dynamic online monitoring system for the density of mud discharged from a concentrator according to claim 1, characterized in that: The metering system also includes a power assembly, which includes an electric cylinder. The electric cylinder is connected to the control system signal. A telescopic rod is provided at the telescopic end of the electric cylinder, and the telescopic rod is connected to the metering container. The electric cylinder has two degrees of freedom: telescopic and rotation.

3. A dynamic online monitoring system for the specific gravity of mud discharged from a concentrator according to claim 2, characterized in that: The control system includes a central control module and a data acquisition module. The central control module controls and connects to the power assembly. The central control module is signal-connected to the data acquisition module. The data acquisition module is signal-connected to the weighing sensor and the infrared ranging sensor. The central control module is also signal-connected to the alarm system.

4. A dynamic online monitoring system for the density of mud discharged from a concentrator according to claim 3, characterized in that: The alarm system comprises a filtrate image acquisition module and an alarm display screen. The filtrate image acquisition module comprises a camera arranged at the mud outlet of the concentrator. The filtrate image acquisition module is signal-connected to the central control module.