Tank box

Abstract

The utility model provides a tank container. The tank container comprises a tank body, a frame structure and a footpath structure, the frame structure comprises an end frame and a top side beam, and the end frame is located at the end of the tank body; the top side beams are arranged on the two sides of the upper portion of the tank body and extend towards the end frames, and the two ends of each top side beam are connected to the end frames correspondingly; the footpath structure is located at the top of the frame structure; a connecting assembly is arranged on the footpath structure, and the footpath structure is connected to the tank body through the connecting assembly so as to support the footpath structure. In the production process of the tank container, the frame structure is connected with the tank body. The footpath structure is arranged at the top of the frame structure, and the footpath structure is connected to the tank body through the connecting assembly, so that the footpath structure is stably and reliably supported on the tank body under the condition that a top cross beam is removed, and the structural strength of the footpath structure is improved. Meanwhile, the footpath structure does not need to consider the layout of the overflow box, design constraint conditions are reduced, and production and manufacturing cost is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of transport containers, in particular to a tank box. Background Art

[0002] Tank containers are used to hold various forms of goods and can meet the needs of temporary storage and transportation of various forms of goods. Tank containers are the main transportation containers for modern industrial logistics, and they have the advantages of safety, environmental protection, good economy and high efficiency.

[0003] The tank container includes a tank body, an overflow box, a frame structure and a walkway structure. The tank body is used to accommodate items. The overflow box is located at the top of the tank body to concentrate and protect structures such as manholes, safety valves and gas phase valves. The frame structure is arranged on the outside of the tank body, and the frame structure is connected to the tank body so that the frame structure can protect the tank body. It is also convenient for stacking and parallel transportation of tank containers. The frame structure includes two end frames, two top side beams and two top cross beams, and the two end frames are located at the two ends of the tank body. The two top side beams are respectively located on both sides of the tank body, and the two ends of the two top side beams are respectively connected to the two end frames. The two top cross beams are arranged in the middle of the two top side beams, and the two ends of the two top cross beams are respectively connected to the two top side beams. The walkway structure is located on the upper side of the two top cross beams, and can be connected to the end frames and the top side beams to connect the walkway structure to the tank body, so as to facilitate the use of the staff.

[0004] However, during the use of the tank container, the top crossbeam is set in the middle of the top side beam, and its additional parts are prone to fatigue cracking due to insufficient strength, thus affecting the structural strength of the walkway. At the same time, the overflow boxes of different tank containers are located in different positions, and the position of the top crossbeam needs to consider the layout of the overflow box, which increases the design constraints, resulting in a large number of walkway parts that cannot be used universally, and high production and manufacturing costs. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of the present application is to provide a tank container with high structural strength, low manufacturing cost and the ability to adapt to overflow boxes in different positions.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, this application adopts the following technical solutions:

[0007] According to one aspect of the present application, the present application provides a tank container, which includes: a tank body, a frame structure and a walkway structure; the frame structure includes an end frame and a top side beam, and the end frame is located at the end of the tank body; the top side beam is arranged on both sides above the tank body, and the top side beam extends toward the end frame, and the two ends of the top side beam are respectively connected to the end frame; the walkway structure is located at the top of the frame structure; a connecting component is arranged on the walkway structure, and the connecting component connects the walkway structure to the tank body to support the walkway structure.

[0008] In some embodiments, a side of the walkway structure close to the frame structure is connected to the frame structure, and a side of the walkway structure away from the frame structure is supported on the tank body through the connecting assembly.

[0009] In some embodiments, the connecting assembly includes a support member and a first connecting member, the support member is fixedly connected to the tank body; one end of the first connecting member is detachably connected to the support member, and the other end of the first connecting member is detachably connected to the walkway structure.

[0010] In some embodiments, the support member includes two support wings and a support protrusion arranged between the two support wings, the two support wings are located on opposite sides of the support protrusion, and the two support wings are welded to the outer peripheral wall of the tank body; the support protrusion extends away from the center of the tank body.

[0011] In some embodiments, the first connecting member includes a first bending portion, a connecting portion and a second bending portion, the first bending portion can be abutted against the supporting protrusion and is detachably connected to a side wall of the supporting protrusion facing away from the tank body; the connecting portion connects the first bending portion and the second bending portion; the second bending portion is abutted against the lower side wall of the walkway structure and is detachably connected to the walkway structure.

[0012] In some embodiments, the tank body includes an overflow box arranged on the top, and the connecting assembly includes a second connecting member, one end of the second connecting member is detachably connected to the overflow box, and the other end of the second connecting member is detachably connected to the walkway structure.

[0013] In some embodiments, the second connecting member includes a supporting portion, a first extension portion, and a second extension portion, wherein the supporting portion supports and is connected to the lower side wall of the walkway structure; the first extension portion and the second extension portion are respectively bent downward on both sides of the supporting portion, and the first extension portion and the second extension portion are respectively detachably connected to the adjacent two side walls of the overflow box to connect the walkway structure to the overflow box.

[0014] In some embodiments, the walkway structure includes a first walkway extending along the extension direction of the top side beam; the first walkway includes a plurality of sub-walkways, and the plurality of sub-walkways are arranged along the top side beam, and a third connecting member is provided between two adjacent sub-walkways, and one end of the third connecting member is detachably connected to the two adjacent sub-walkways, and the other end of the third connecting member is connected to the top side beam; one side of the first walkway is connected to the top side beam through the third connecting member, and the other side of the first walkway is connected to the tank body through the connecting assembly.

[0015] In some embodiments, the walkway structure also includes a second walkway, which extends in an extension direction perpendicular to the first walkway, and the second walkway is arranged close to the end frame; a fourth connecting member is arranged between the second walkway and the first walkway, one end of the fourth connecting member is detachably connected to the first walkway and the second walkway, and the other end of the fourth connecting member is connected to the end frame.

[0016] In some embodiments, a plurality of the connection components are disposed on the periphery of the walkway structure, so that the walkway structure is fixedly connected to the tank body through the plurality of the connection components.

[0017] It can be seen from the above technical solution that the present application has at least the following advantages and positive effects:

[0018] In the present application, during the production process of the tank container, after the frame structure is connected to the tank body, a walkway structure is arranged on the top of the frame structure, and the walkway structure is connected to the tank body through a connecting assembly, so that the walkway structure is stably and reliably supported on the tank body when the top crossbeam is removed, thereby improving the structural strength of the walkway structure. At the same time, the walkway structure does not need to consider the layout of the overflow box, which reduces design constraints and reduces production and manufacturing costs. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Figure 1 It is a first structural schematic diagram of the tank box of the utility model when the connecting assembly is connected to the tank body.

[0020] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Top view of the structure shown in .

[0021] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Cross-sectional view at the middle BB.

[0022] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of the structure at center.

[0023] Figure 5 It is a structural schematic diagram of the support member of the utility model.

[0024] Figure 6 It is a first structural schematic diagram of the first connecting member of the utility model.

[0025] Figure 7 This is a second structural schematic diagram of the tank box of the utility model when the connecting assembly is connected to the tank body.

[0026] Figure 8 yes Figure 7 Top view of the structure shown in .

[0027] Fig. 9 yes Figure 8 Cross-sectional view at DD in the middle.

[0028] Fig.10 yes Figure 7 Enlarged view of the structure at C in the middle.

[0029] Fig.11 This is a second structural schematic diagram of the first connecting member of the utility model.

[0030] Fig.12 It is a structural schematic diagram of the second connecting piece of the tank box of the utility model when it is connected to the overflow box.

[0031] Fig.13 yes Fig.12 A top view of the structure described in .

[0032] Fig.14 yes Fig.13 Cross-sectional view at HH in the figure.

[0033] Fig.15 yes Fig.12 Enlarged view of the structure at E in the middle.

[0034] Fig.16 It is a structural schematic diagram of the second connecting member of the utility model.

[0035] Fig.17 yes Fig.12 Enlarged view of the structure at F in the middle.

[0036] Fig.18 It is a structural schematic diagram of the third connecting member of the utility model.

[0037] Fig.19 yes Fig.12 Enlarged view of the structure at G in the middle.

[0038] Fig. 20 It is a structural schematic diagram of the fourth connecting member of the utility model.

[0039] Fig.21 It is a structural schematic diagram of the fifth connecting member of the utility model.

[0040] The following are the descriptions of the reference numerals:

[0041] 100, tank body; 110, overflow box; 200, frame; 210, end frame; 220, top side beam; 300, walkway structure; 310, first walkway; 311, sub-walkway; 320, second walkway; 330, third walkway; 400, connecting assembly; 410, support member; 411, support wing; 412, support convex plate; 413, first connecting hole; 420, first connecting member; 421, first bending portion; 422, second connecting hole; 423, connecting portion; 424, second bending portion; 425, third connecting hole; 430, second connecting member; 431, abutting portion; 432, The fourth connecting hole; 433, the first extension portion; 434, the fifth connecting hole; 435, the second extension portion; 436, the sixth connecting hole; 510, the third connecting member; 511, the first connecting plate; 512, the first transition plate; 513, the second connecting plate; 514, the seventh connecting hole; 515, the first reinforcing plate; 520, the fourth connecting member; 521, the third connecting plate, 522, the second transition plate; 523, the fourth connecting plate; 524, the eighth connecting hole; 525, the second reinforcing plate; 530, the fifth connecting member; 531, the fifth connecting plate; 532, the sixth connecting plate; 533, the ninth connecting hole. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0042] Typical implementations that embody the features and advantages of the present application will be described in detail in the following description. It should be understood that the present application can have various changes in different implementations without departing from the scope of the present application, and the descriptions and illustrations therein are essentially used for illustrative purposes rather than for limiting the present application.

[0043] In the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "length", "width", "thickness", "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "clockwise", "counterclockwise" and the like indicate positions or positional relationships based on the positions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present application. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for descriptive purposes, and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, the features defined as "first" and "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the features. In the description of the present application, the meaning of "multiple" is two or more, unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0044] Figure 1 It is a first structural schematic diagram of the tank box of the utility model when the connecting assembly is connected to the tank body.

[0045] The tank container includes a tank body 100 and a frame 200 structure. The tank body 100 is used to contain articles. The frame 200 structure is arranged outside the tank body 100 structure to protect the tank body 100 and facilitate the stacking or row transportation of the tank containers.

[0046] See also Figure 1 For the convenience of description and understanding, the state of the tank box when in use is used as a reference, the length direction of the tank body 100 is the longitudinal direction below; the width direction of the tank body 100 is the transverse direction below; and the height direction of the tank body 100 is the vertical direction below.

[0047] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Top view of the structure shown in . Figure 3 yes Figure 2 Cross-sectional view at the middle BB. Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of the structure at center.

[0048] See also Figures 1 to 4 The present application provides a tank container, which includes: a tank body 100, a frame 200 structure and a walkway structure 300; the tank body 100 is used to accommodate items; the frame 200 structure includes an end frame 210 and a top side beam 220, and the end frame 210 is located at the end of the tank body 100; the top side beam 220 is arranged on both sides above the tank body 100, and the top side beam 220 extends toward the end frame 210, and the two ends of the top side beam 220 are respectively connected to the end frame 210; the walkway structure 300 is located at the top of the frame 200 structure; a connecting component 400 is arranged on the walkway structure 300, and the connecting component 400 connects the walkway structure 300 to the tank body 100 to support the walkway structure 300.

[0049] During the production of the tank container, after the frame 200 structure is connected to the tank body 100, a walkway structure 300 is arranged on the top of the frame 200 structure, and the walkway structure 300 is connected to the tank body 100 through a connecting assembly 400, so that the walkway structure 300 is stably and reliably supported on the tank body 100, thereby improving the load bearing capacity of the walkway structure 300. In addition, the walkway structure 300 does not need to consider the layout of the overflow box 110, thereby reducing design constraints and reducing production and manufacturing costs.

[0050] See also Figure 1 and Figure 2 In this embodiment, the tank body 100 extends longitudinally to accommodate articles. A manhole (not shown in the figure), a safety valve (not shown in the figure), and a gas phase valve (not shown in the figure) are provided on the top of the tank body 100 to facilitate the use, inspection and maintenance of the tank body 100.

[0051] The tank body 100 includes an overflow box 110 disposed on the top. The overflow box 110 is connected to the outer peripheral wall of the tank body 100. The overflow box 110 is used to accommodate and protect structures such as a manhole, a safety valve, and a gas phase valve.

[0052] In some embodiments, the tank 100 has various specifications according to the types of items to be contained, applicable scenarios, and other requirements. The overflow box 110 on the top of the tank 100 can be adapted to tanks 100 of different specifications to adapt to the usage scenarios of tanks 100 of different specifications. In other embodiments, the overflow box 110 is welded and fixed to the top of the tank 100.

[0053] See also Figures 1 to 3 In this embodiment, the frame 200 structure is arranged outside the tank body 100. The frame 200 structure includes an end frame 210 and a top side beam 220. The end frames 210 are respectively located at the ends of the tank body 100. The top side beam 220 is located on one side above the tank body 100, and the top side beam 220 extends toward the end frame 210, and the two ends of the top side beam 220 are respectively connected to the end frame 210.

[0054] In some embodiments, the frame 200 structure includes two end frames 210 and two top side beams 220, and the two end frames 210 are respectively located at the two ends of the longitudinal direction of the tank body 100. The two top side beams 220 are respectively located above the tank body 100, and the two top side beams 220 are respectively located on both sides of the transverse direction of the tank body 100. The two top side beams 220 extend in the longitudinal direction, and the two ends of the two top side beams 220 are respectively connected to the two end frames 210 to protect the tank body 100.

[0055] In other embodiments, the frame 200 structure further includes two bottom side beams (not shown in the figure), the two bottom side beams are located below the tank body 100, and the two bottom side beams are respectively located on both sides of the tank body 100 in the transverse direction. The two bottom side beams extend in the longitudinal direction to be connected to the two end frames 210 respectively. The two end frames 210, the two top side beams 220 and the two bottom side beams are enclosed on the outside of the tank body 100 to protect the tank body 100. The arrangement of the frame 200 structure also facilitates the stacking and parallel transportation of tank containers.

[0056] See also Figures 1 to 3 In this embodiment, the walkway structure 300 is located on the top of the frame 200 structure, and the walkway structure 300 is connected to the tank body 100 through the connection assembly 400, so that the walkway structure 300 is supported on the upper side of the tank body 100. The side of the walkway structure 300 close to the frame 200 structure is connected to the frame 200 structure, and the side of the walkway structure 300 away from the frame 200 structure is supported on the tank body 100 through the connection assembly 400.

[0057] The walkway structure 300 includes a first walkway 310 and a second walkway 320. The first walkway 310 extends along the extension direction of the top side beam 220. One side of the first walkway 310 is connected to the top side beam 220, and the other side of the first walkway 310 is connected to the tank body 100. The second walkway 320 extends in a direction perpendicular to the first walkway 310, and the end of the second walkway 320 is connected to the first walkway 310.

[0058] In some embodiments, there are two first step walkways 310. The two first step walkways 310 are respectively arranged near the two top side beams 220, and the first step walkways 310 extend in the longitudinal direction. In the transverse direction, the side of the first step walkway 310 near the top side beam 220 is connected to the top side beam 220. The side of the first step walkway 310 that is away from the adjacent top side beam 220 is connected to the tank body 100 through the connecting assembly 400, so that the first step walkway 310 is supported on the top side beam 220 and the tank body 100. In this way, it is possible to prevent the reduction of the setting of the top cross beam, simplify the walkway structure 300 while ensuring the stability and reliability of the walkway structure 300, and facilitate the assembly of the walkway structure 300.

[0059] See also Figure 1 to Figure 2 In this embodiment, the first step 310 includes a plurality of sub-steps 311 , which extend in the longitudinal direction and are arranged along the top side beam 220 . The plurality of sub-steps 311 are connected to form the first step 310 .

[0060] In some embodiments, the ends of two adjacent sub-walks 311 facing each other are connected and connected to the top side beam 220 to improve the structural strength and stability of the first step 310 .

[0061] See also Figures 1 to 4 In this embodiment, the second walkway 320 is located between the two first walkways 310, the second walkway 320 extends in the lateral direction, and the two ends of the second walkway 320 are respectively connected to the two first walkways 310. The second walkway 320 is connected and supported on the first walkway 310 to facilitate the staff to move in the lateral direction. The second walkway 320 can also strengthen the structural stability of the two first walkways 310 to improve the reliability of the walkway structure 300.

[0062] In some embodiments, the second runner 320 can be located at an end of the first runner 310 in the longitudinal direction to improve the structural strength of the first runner 310 .

[0063] In some other embodiments, the end of the second path 320 is abutted against the peripheral side wall of the first path 310, and the second path 320 is detachably connected to the first path 310. The second path 320 is bolted to the first path 310.

[0064] See also Figure 1 to Figure 2In this embodiment, the walkway structure 300 further includes a third walkway 330, and the third walkway 330 is located between the two second walkways 320. The third walkway 330 extends in the transverse direction, and both ends of the third walkway 330 can be respectively connected to the two first walkways 310. In the longitudinal direction, the third walkway 330 can be located in the middle of the first walkway 310, so that the staff can move on the tank body 100.

[0065] In some embodiments, the third step 330 can be disposed close to the overflow box 110 to facilitate the staff to open and use the overflow box 110 .

[0066] In some embodiments, there are multiple third walkways 330, and multiple second walkways 320 extend in the horizontal direction. Multiple second walkways 320 are arranged between two second walkways 320 in the longitudinal direction. This makes it easier for the staff to use, improves the support performance of the first walkway 310, and ensures the structural strength of the walkway structure 300.

[0067] In other embodiments, the third trail 330 is disposed at the connection of two sub-trails 311 , so that ends of the third trail 330 are respectively connected to two adjacent sub-trails 311 , thereby improving the stability and reliability of the trail structure 300 .

[0068] See also Figure 1 to Figure 2 In this embodiment, the end of the third step 330 is abutted against the peripheral side wall of the first step 310, and the third step 330 is detachably connected to the first step 310. The third step 330 is bolted to the first step 310.

[0069] In some embodiments, a plurality of connection components 400 are disposed on the periphery of the walkway structure 300 , so that the walkway structure 300 is fixedly connected to the tank body 100 through the plurality of connection components 400 .

[0070] In some embodiments, multiple connection assemblies 400 are disposed on both sides of the first runner 310 in the transverse direction, so that both sides of the first runner 310 are supported on the tank 100 through the connection assemblies 400. In other embodiments, both ends of the first runner 310 in the longitudinal direction are connected to the end frame 210.

[0071] In some embodiments, in the longitudinal direction, a plurality of connection assemblies 400 are disposed on both sides of the first step 310 so as to support the first step 310 on the tank body 100 .

[0072] In other embodiments, in the longitudinal direction, multiple connecting components 400 are provided on both sides of the first step 310, and the first step 310 is connected to the top side beam 220 along one side of the transverse direction to improve the bearing capacity of the walkway structure 300 and the frame 200 structural tank container.

[0073] In some other embodiments, in the longitudinal direction, the side of the second path 320 close to the end frame 210 is connected to the end frame 210. The side of the second path 320 away from the adjacent end frame 210 can be connected to the tank body 100 through the connecting assembly 400.

[0074] Figure 5 It is a structural schematic diagram of the support member of the utility model. Figure 6 It is a first structural schematic diagram of the first connecting member of the utility model.

[0075] See also Figure 1 , Figures 3 to 6 In this embodiment, the connection assembly 400 includes a support member 410 and a first connection member 420, and the support member 410 is fixedly connected to the tank body 100. One end of the first connection member 420 is detachably connected to the support member 410, and the other end of the first connection member 420 is detachably connected to the walkway structure 300.

[0076] The walkway structure 300 can be detachably connected to the support member 410 through the first connection member 420, so as to facilitate the disassembly, renewal and maintenance of the walkway structure 300. The first connection member 420 is loosely matched with the support member 410 and the walkway structure 300, so that when the tank container is in use, the anti-deformation ability of the walkway structure 300 can be improved, thereby improving the service life of the walkway structure 300.

[0077] In this embodiment, the first step 310 is away from the side of the adjacent top side beam 220, and is supported on the tank body 100 through the first connecting member 420 and the supporting member 410. In this way, the stability and reliability of the walkway structure 300 can be guaranteed when the top cross beam is removed.

[0078] Figure 7 This is a second structural schematic diagram of the tank box of the utility model when the connecting assembly is connected to the tank body. Figure 8 yes Figure 7 Top view of the structure shown in . Fig. 9 yes Figure 8 Cross-sectional view at DD in the middle. Fig.10 yes Figure 7 Enlarged view of the structure at C in the middle.

[0079] See also Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figure 5 , Figures 7 to 10The support member 410 includes two support wings 411 and a support convex plate 412 disposed between the two support wings 411. The two support wings 411 are located on opposite sides of the support convex plate 412, and the two support wings 411 are welded to the outer peripheral wall of the tank body 100. In some embodiments, the support wings 411 are arranged in an arc shape so that the support wings 411 fit the outer peripheral wall of the tank body 100, thereby improving the connection strength between the support wings 411 and the tank body 100.

[0080] In other embodiments, the two support wings 411 are arranged at intervals in the transverse direction, and the two support wings 411 extend in the longitudinal direction, so as to improve the production efficiency and welding efficiency of the support wings 411 .

[0081] In this embodiment, the supporting protrusion 412 extends away from the center of the tank body 100 to facilitate connection and removal of the supporting protrusion 412 to the first connecting member 420 .

[0082] In some embodiments, the support member 410 is a plate-like structure, and the support wings 411 and the support convex plate 412 are integrally formed to improve the structural strength and bearing capacity of the support member 410. The support member 410 extends in the transverse direction. In a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, the middle portion of the support member 410 is bent outward in a direction away from the center of the tank body 100, so that the middle portion of the support member 410 bulges outward to form a support convex block.

[0083] In other embodiments, a first connection hole 413 is provided on a side wall of the support convex plate 412 facing away from the tank body 100, so as to facilitate bolt connection between the support convex plate 412 and the first connection member 420. In other embodiments, two first connection holes 413 are provided on the support convex plate 412, and the two first connection holes 413 extend in the longitudinal direction and are arranged at intervals in the longitudinal direction to ensure the structural stability of the connection assembly 400, so as to facilitate the support member 410 and the first connection member 420 to bear the load of the walkway structure 300 in the longitudinal direction, thereby improving the service life of the tank container.

[0084] See also Figure 3 , Figure 4 , Figures 6 to 9 In the present embodiment, the first connecting member 420 is located between the supporting member 410 and the walkway structure 300 to detachably connect the supporting member 410 and the walkway structure 300.

[0085] After connecting the support member 410 and the walkway structure 300, the first connecting member 420 can undergo a slight deformation so that the first connecting member 420 can ensure the load bearing capacity of the walkway structure 300, thereby ensuring the service life of the walkway structure 300, thereby reducing the use and maintenance costs of the tank container.

[0086] In some embodiments, the first connecting member 420 is made of elastic material, so that the first connecting member 420 can undergo slight elastic deformation. The above-mentioned clearance fit, detachable connection and setting of the elastic part can improve the load bearing capacity between the support member 410 and the walkway structure 300, thereby ensuring the service life of the walkway structure 300.

[0087] See also Figure 6 and Fig. 9 The first connecting member 420 includes a first bending portion 421, a connecting portion 423 and a second bending portion 424. The first bending portion 421 can be abutted against the supporting protruding plate 412, and is detachably connected to a side wall of the supporting protruding plate 412 away from the tank body 100. The connecting portion 423 connects the first bending portion 421 and the second bending portion 424. The second bending portion 424 is abutted against the lower side wall of the walkway structure 300, and is detachably connected to the walkway structure 300.

[0088] The first bent portion 421 is extended along a side wall of the support protrusion 412 away from the can body 100, so that the first bent portion 421 can fit the side wall of the support protrusion 412 away from the can body 100, thereby ensuring the connection strength between the first bent portion 421 and the support member 410, and facilitating the connection and disassembly of the first connecting member 420 and the support member 410. In some embodiments, a second connecting hole 422 is provided on the first bent portion 421 corresponding to the first connecting hole 413 of the support protrusion 412, so as to facilitate the bolt connection between the first bent portion 421 and the support protrusion 412.

[0089] The connection portion 423 is inclined in a direction away from the center of the can body 100. One end of the connection portion 423 close to the can body 100 is connected to the first bending portion 421, and one end of the connection portion 423 away from the can body 100 is connected to the second bending portion 424.

[0090] The second bending portion 424 extends along the lower side wall of the first step 310, and the second bending portion 424 is connected to the first step 310, so that the first connecting member 420 is connected to the first step 310, and the first step 310 is detachably connected to the supporting member 410 through the first connecting member 420, so as to facilitate the installation and removal of the first step 310.

[0091] When the tank container is moving and is impacted by the outside world, part of the impact force is transmitted to the walkway structure 300 through the frame 200 structure. The walkway structure 300 is detachably connected to the support member 410 through the first connecting member 420, and considering factors such as tolerance and margin when the first connecting hole 413 and the second connecting hole 422 are bolted, the walkway structure 300 can move relative to the support member 410, so that the walkway structure 300 can bear more load, thereby preventing the walkway structure 300 from bearing excessive local load and causing fatigue cracking, and preventing damage to the walkway structure 300.

[0092] In some embodiments, two third connection holes 425 are formed on the second bending portion 424, so that the first step 310 is bolted to the second bending portion 424 through the two third connection holes 425. In other embodiments, the aforementioned detachable connection can also be a snap connection, etc.

[0093] In some embodiments, the second bending portion 424 can respectively connect two adjacent sub-walkways 311. The second bending portion 424 is bolted to one sub-walkway 311 through a third connection hole 425, and the second bending portion 424 is bolted to another sub-walkway 311 through another third connection hole 425. This further improves the structural strength of the first walkway 310 and increases the load bearing capacity of the walkway structure 300.

[0094] In this embodiment, the first bending portion 421, the connecting portion 423 and the second bending portion 424 are integrally formed to improve the bearing capacity of the first connecting member 420. The first bending portion 421, the connecting portion 423 and the second bending portion 424 are arc-shaped transitions to improve the bearing capacity of the first connecting member 420.

[0095] See also Figures 4 to 6 In some embodiments, the connecting portion 423 extends in the transverse direction. The connecting portion 423 can be located on both sides of the first bending portion 421 in the longitudinal direction, so that the connecting portion 423 can connect the two sides of the second bending portion 424 in the longitudinal direction. In other embodiments, the first bending portion 421 and the second bending portion 424 are located on the same side of the connecting portion 423 in the longitudinal direction to enclose a rectangular structure, thereby improving the load bearing capacity of the first connecting member 420.

[0096] Fig.11 This is a second structural schematic diagram of the first connecting member of the utility model.

[0097] See also Figures 9 to 11 In other embodiments, the connecting portion 423 extends in the longitudinal direction, and in a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, the connecting portion 423 is inclined in a direction away from the center of the tank body 100. In a plane perpendicular to the longitudinal direction, the connecting portion 423 is located on a side of the first bending portion 421 and the second bending portion 424 close to the center of the tank body 100 to improve the load bearing capacity of the first connecting member 420.

[0098] In other embodiments, in the lateral direction, the connection assembly 400 is located on a side of the sub-walk 311 away from the adjacent top side beam 220 to support the sub-walk 311 .

[0099] Fig.12 It is a structural schematic diagram of the second connecting piece of the tank box of the utility model when it is connected to the overflow box. Fig.13 yes Fig.12A top view of the structure described in . Fig.14 yes Fig.13 Cross-sectional view at HH in the figure. Fig.15 yes Fig.12 Enlarged view of the structure at E in the middle.

[0100] See also Figure 1 , Figures 12 to 15 In this embodiment, the connection assembly 400 further includes a second connection member 430, and the second connection member 430 is arranged corresponding to the overflow box 110. One end of the second connection member 430 is detachably connected to the overflow box 110, and the other end of the second connection member 430 is detachably connected to the walkway structure 300. The walkway structure 300 is supported on the overflow box 110 by the second connection member 430, so that the overflow boxes 110 at different locations on various types of tank containers do not affect the arrangement of the walkway structure 300. Therefore, while ensuring the structural strength and bearing capacity of the walkway structure 300, the walkway structure 300 can be effectively simplified and the installation efficiency of the walkway structure 300 can be improved.

[0101] Fig.16 It is a structural schematic diagram of the second connecting member of the utility model.

[0102] See also Figures 14 to 16 The second connecting member 430 includes a supporting portion 431, a first extending portion 433, and a second extending portion 435. The supporting portion 431 supports and is connected to the lower side wall of the walkway structure 300. The first extending portion 433 and the second extending portion 435 are respectively bent downward on both sides of the supporting portion 431. The first extending portion 433 and the second extending portion 435 are respectively detachably connected to the adjacent two side walls of the overflow box 110 to connect the walkway structure 300 to the overflow box 110. The first extending portion 433, the second extending portion 435 and the supporting portion 431 are bent so that the supporting portion 431 can be detachably connected to the walkway structure 300, and the first bending portion 421 and the second bending portion 424 can be detachably connected to the adjacent two side walls of the overflow box 110. This allows the lateral and longitudinal pressure loads borne by the frame 200 structure to be transferred to the overflow box 110 respectively, thereby improving the bearing capacity of the frame 200 structure and the walkway structure 300, and preventing the walkway structure 300 from being damaged due to excessive load.

[0103] In some embodiments, the abutting portion 431 extends in the transverse direction to fit the lower side wall of the first step 310, so as to facilitate the detachable connection between the abutting portion 431 and the first step 310. In some embodiments, a fourth connection hole 432 is provided on the abutting portion 431, and the fourth connection hole 432 extends in the transverse direction. When the abutting portion 431 is bolted to the first step 310, the abutting portion 431 and the first step 310 can move relative to each other in the transverse and longitudinal directions, so as to improve the load bearing capacity of the walkway structure 300.

[0104] A first extension portion 433 and a second extension portion 435 are respectively disposed on both sides of the longitudinal direction of the abutting portion 431, and the first extension portion 433 and the second extension portion 435 are both bent downward. The first extension portion 433 extends in the transverse direction to abut against a longitudinal side wall of the overflow box 110. A fifth connecting hole 434 is provided on the first extension portion 433, so that the first extension portion 433 and the overflow box 110 are bolted together through the fifth connecting hole 434.

[0105] In some embodiments, the first extension portion 433 extends beyond the abutting portion 431 in the lateral direction to fit against a side wall of the overflow box 110 in the longitudinal direction.

[0106] See also Fig.15 and Fig.16 In this embodiment, the second extension portion 435 extends in the transverse direction, and the second extension portion 435 exceeds the abutting portion 431 in the transverse direction, and one end of the second extension portion 435 exceeding the abutting portion 431 is bent in the longitudinal direction, so that the second extension portion 435 abuts against a side wall of the overflow box 110 along the transverse mountain. This facilitates the detachable connection between the second extension portion 435 and the overflow box 110.

[0107] In some other embodiments, the second extension portion 435 and the abutting portion 431 are both abutted against the same side wall of the overflow box 110 along the lateral direction.

[0108] In some embodiments, a sixth connection hole 436 is formed on the second extension portion 435 , and the second extension portion 435 is bolted to the overflow box 110 via the sixth connection hole 436 .

[0109] In some embodiments, the second extension portion 435 is located on a side of the abutting portion 431 close to the overflow box 110, and the second extension portion 435 is bent downward relative to the abutting portion 431, and the second extension portion 435 extends in the longitudinal direction. The second extension portion 435 is vertically arranged with the first extension portion 433, so that the second extension portion 435 and the first extension portion 433 can respectively abut against the adjacent two side walls of the overflow box 110 in the circumferential direction.

[0110] In some embodiments, the first step 310 is provided with a first connector 420 and a second connector 430 on a side away from the adjacent top beam 220. In other embodiments, the first step 310 is provided with only a first connector 420 on a side away from the adjacent top beam 220. In other embodiments, the first step 310 is provided with only a second connector 430 on a side away from the adjacent top beam 220.

[0111] Fig.17 yes Fig.12 Enlarged view of the structure at F in the middle. Fig.18 It is a structural schematic diagram of the third connecting member of the utility model.

[0112] See also Fig.12 , Fig.17 and Fig.18 In this embodiment, a third connecting member 510 , a fourth connecting member 520 and a fifth connecting member 530 are further provided between the walkway structure 300 and the frame 200 structure to connect the walkway structure 300 to the frame 200 structure.

[0113] The third connecting member 510 is used to connect the sub-walkway 311 to the top side beam 220. The third connecting member 510 is located between two adjacent sub-walkways 311, one end of the third connecting member 510 is detachably connected to the two adjacent sub-walkways 311, and the other end of the third connecting member 510 is connected to the top side beam 220. In this way, one side of the first step 310 is connected to the top side beam 220 through the third connecting member 510.

[0114] See also Fig.17 and Fig.18 The third connecting member 510 includes a first connecting plate 511, a first transition plate 512 and a second connecting plate 513. The first connecting plate 511 extends in the transverse direction. The first connecting plate 511 abuts against the lower side wall of the top side beam 220 so that the first connecting plate 511 is connected to the top side beam 220. In the transverse direction, the second connecting plate 513 is located on the side of the first connecting plate 511 facing the sub-walkway 311, and the second connecting plate 513 and the first connecting plate 511 are connected through the first transition plate 512. Two adjacent seventh connecting holes 514 are provided on the second connecting plate 513 corresponding to two adjacent sub-walkways 311, and the second connecting plate 513 is bolted to the two adjacent sub-walkways 311 through the two seventh connecting holes 514. On the one hand, the two adjacent sub-walkways 311 can be connected to improve the structural strength of the walkway structure 300. On the other hand, the sub-walkway 311 can be connected to the top side beam 220 to improve the connection strength between the walkway structure 300 and the top side beam 220 .

[0115] In other embodiments, the seventh connecting hole 514 extends laterally so that after the second connecting plate 513 is connected to the first step 310, the second connecting plate 513 can move relative to the first step 310, thereby improving the load bearing capacity between the step structure 300 and the frame 200 structure.

[0116] In some embodiments, the first connecting plate 511 is against the lower side wall of the top side beam 220. In the vertical direction, the second connecting plate 513 is higher than the first connecting plate 511, and the first transition plate 512 extends vertically from the first connecting plate 511 toward the second connecting plate 513. After the second connecting portion 423 is connected to the first step 310, the first step 310 can be raised so that the upper surface of the first step 310 is close to the upper surface of the top side beam 220, so that the staff can move easily.

[0117] An arc-shaped transition is formed between the first transition plate 512 and the first connecting plate 511 , and between the first transition plate 512 and the second connecting plate 513 to improve the connection strength between the first transition plate 512 and the first connecting plate 511 , and the second connecting plate 513 , thereby improving the bearing capacity between the frame 200 structure and the walkway structure 300 .

[0118] In other embodiments, the first connecting plate 511 , the first transition plate 512 and the second connecting plate 513 are integrally formed to improve the structural strength of the third connecting member 510 , thereby improving the load bearing capacity of the third connecting member 510 .

[0119] In other embodiments, the third connecting member 510 further includes two first reinforcing plates 515, which are located on both sides of the first connecting plate 511 in the longitudinal direction. The first reinforcing plate 515 is bent downward on one side of the first connecting plate 511, and the first reinforcing plate 515 extends in the transverse direction to improve the structural strength and anti-deformation capability of the third connecting member 510.

[0120] In some embodiments, the first reinforcing plate 515 is integrally formed with the first connecting plate 511 to improve the structural strength of the third connecting member 510. In some embodiments, the first connecting plate 511 is welded to the top side beam 220.

[0121] Fig.19 yes Fig.12 Enlarged view of the structure at G in the middle. Fig. 20 It is a structural schematic diagram of the fourth connecting member of the utility model.

[0122] See also Fig.12 , Fig.19 and Fig. 20 In this embodiment, a fourth connecting member 520 is further provided between the first step 310 and the top side beam 220, one end of the fourth connecting member 520 is detachably connected to the sub-step 311, and the other end of the fourth connecting member 520 is connected to the top side beam 220 to connect the sub-step 311 to the top side beam 220.

[0123] The fourth connecting member 520 includes a third connecting plate 521, a second transition plate 522 and a fourth connecting plate 523. The third connecting plate 521 extends in the transverse direction and abuts against the lower side wall of the top side beam 220, so that the third connecting plate 521 is connected to the top side beam 220. In the transverse direction, the fourth connecting plate 523 is located on the side of the third connecting plate 521 facing the sub-walkway 311, and the fourth connecting plate 523 and the third connecting plate 521 are connected through the second transition plate 522. The fourth connecting plate 523 is provided with an eighth connecting hole 524 corresponding to the sub-walkway 311, and the fourth connecting plate 523 is bolted to the sub-walkway 311 through the eighth connecting hole 524. In this way, the sub-walkway 311 can be connected to the top side beam 220 to improve the connection strength between the walkway structure 300 and the top side beam 220.

[0124] In other embodiments, the eighth connecting hole 524 extends laterally so that after the fourth connecting plate 523 is connected to the first step 310, the fourth connecting plate 523 can move relative to the first step 310, thereby improving the load bearing capacity between the walkway structure 300 and the frame 200 structure.

[0125] In some embodiments, the third connecting plate 521 is supported against the lower side wall of the top side beam 220. In the vertical direction, the fourth connecting plate 523 is higher than the third connecting plate 521, and the second transition plate 522 extends vertically from the third connecting plate 521 toward the fourth connecting plate 523. After the second connecting portion 423 is connected to the first step 310, the first step 310 can be raised.

[0126] An arc-shaped transition is formed between the second transition plate 522 and the third connecting plate 521 , and between the second transition plate 522 and the fourth connecting plate 523 to improve the connection strength between the second transition plate 522 and the third connecting plate 521 and the fourth connecting plate 523 , thereby improving the bearing capacity between the frame 200 structure and the walkway structure 300 .

[0127] In other embodiments, the third connecting plate 521 , the second transition plate 522 and the fourth connecting plate 523 are integrally formed to improve the structural strength of the fourth connecting member 520 , thereby improving the load bearing capacity of the fourth connecting member 520 .

[0128] In other embodiments, the fourth connecting member 520 further includes a second reinforcing plate 525, which is located on one side of the third connecting plate 521 in the longitudinal direction. The second reinforcing plate 525 is bent downward on one side of the third connecting plate 521, and the second reinforcing plate 525 extends in the transverse direction to improve the structural strength and anti-deformation capability of the fourth connecting member 520.

[0129] In some embodiments, the second reinforcing plate 525 and the third connecting plate 521 are integrally formed to improve the structural strength of the fourth connecting member 520. In some embodiments, the third connecting plate 521 is connected to the top side beam 220 by welding.

[0130] In other embodiments, the fourth connecting member 520 can also connect the second walkway 320 and the end frame 210, the third connecting plate 521 is connected to the end frame 210, and the fourth connecting plate 523 is bolted to the second walkway 320 to improve the bearing capacity of the walkway structure 300.

[0131] Fig.21 It is a structural schematic diagram of the fifth connecting member of the utility model.

[0132] See also Fig.12 and Fig.21 In this embodiment, a fifth connecting member 530 is further provided between the first step 310 and the end frame 210, and the fifth connecting member 530 is provided at the end of the first step 310. One end of the fifth connecting member 530 is detachably connected to the first step 310, and the other end of the fifth connecting member 530 is connected to the end frame 210, so that the first step 310 is supported on the end frame 210.

[0133] The fifth connecting member 530 includes a fifth connecting plate 531 and a sixth connecting plate 532. The fifth connecting plate 531 extends vertically and abuts against a side wall of the end frame 210 along the longitudinal direction, so that the fifth connecting plate 531 is connected to the end frame 210. In the longitudinal direction, the sixth connecting plate 532 is located on a side of the fifth connecting plate 531 close to the first step 310, and the sixth connecting plate 532 is connected to the fifth connecting plate 531.

[0134] In some embodiments, the fifth connecting plate 531 is connected to the end frame 210 by welding to improve the connection strength between the fifth connecting member 530 and the end frame 210 .

[0135] In some embodiments, the sixth connecting plate 532 is located at the lower end of the fifth connecting plate 531. The sixth connecting plate 532 is integrally formed with the fifth connecting plate 531 to improve the structural strength of the fifth connecting member 530, thereby improving the load bearing capacity of the fifth connecting member 530. In other embodiments, the fifth connecting plate 531 and the sixth connecting plate 532 are arc-shaped transitions to improve the connection strength between the fifth connecting plate 531 and the sixth connecting plate 532, thereby improving the bearing capacity between the frame 200 structure and the walkway structure 300.

[0136] A ninth connection hole 533 is formed on the sixth connection plate 532 corresponding to the first step 310, and the sixth connection plate 532 is bolted to the first step 310 through the ninth connection hole 533. Thus, the first step 310 can be connected to the end frame 210, so as to improve the connection strength between the step structure 300 and the end frame 210.

[0137] In other embodiments, the ninth connecting hole 533 extends laterally so that after the sixth connecting plate 532 is connected to the first step 310, the sixth connecting plate 532 can move laterally relative to the first step 310, thereby improving the load bearing capacity between the step structure 300 and the frame 200 structure.

[0138] In some embodiments, there are two ninth connection holes 533, which are arranged longitudinally and spaced apart on the sixth connection plate 532. Both ninth connection holes 533 can be connected to the first step 310 to improve the connection strength between the fifth connection member 530 and the first step 310.

[0139] In other embodiments, two ninth connection holes 533 can be selectively connected to the first step 310. One ninth connection hole 533 is connected to the first step 310, and the other ninth connection hole 533 is vacant, so as to adapt to different sizes and installation positions of the first step 310, and facilitate the installation of the first step 310.

[0140] In other embodiments, the fifth connecting member 530 can also connect the second walkway 320 and the end frame 210, the fifth connecting plate 531 is connected to the end frame 210, and the sixth connecting plate 532 is bolted to the second walkway 320 to improve the bearing capacity of the walkway structure 300.

[0141] See also Figures 1 to 21 In this embodiment, when the tank container is in the production process, after the frame 200 structure is set on the outside of the tank body 100, the walkway structure 300 is supported on the top of the frame 200 structure for the convenience of use by the staff.

[0142] During the connection process of the walkway structure 300, the first step walkway 310 includes a plurality of sub-walkways 311, and the plurality of sub-walkways 311 are arranged near the top side beam 220. The sub-walkways 311 are limited on the top side beam 220 by the fourth connecting member 520, and limited on the end frame 210 by the fifth connecting member 530. Two adjacent sub-walkways 311 are limited on the top side beam 220 by the third connecting member 510. Thus, the first step walkway 310 can be stably and reliably connected to the frame 200 structure.

[0143] The first step 310 is supported on the tank 100 by the first connecting member 420 and the supporting member 410 on the side away from the adjacent top side beam 220, so that the top cross beam can be removed while ensuring the structural stability of the first step 310. This simplifies the walkway structure 300, improves the installation efficiency of the first step 310, and reduces the production and installation costs of the walkway structure 300.

[0144] The provision of the first connecting member 420 and the supporting member 410 can also improve the load bearing capacity of the walkway structure 300 and the frame 200 structure, thereby effectively protecting the tank body 100 .

[0145] The first step walkway 310 can also be connected to the overflow box 110 through the second connecting member 430. The setting of the first step walkway 310 is not affected by overflow boxes 110 of different specifications, thereby simplifying the walkway structure 300 and improving the production and installation efficiency of the walkway structure 300. When the first step walkway 310 is subjected to external pressure, part of the pressure load can be transmitted to the overflow box 110 through the second connecting member 430 to improve the load bearing capacity of the walkway structure 300, thereby ensuring the safety performance of the tank container.

[0146] After the first walkway 310 is installed, the second walkway 320 and the third walkway 330 are installed between the two first walkways 310 to improve the structural strength and stability of the walkway structure 300 and facilitate the staff to move horizontally along the walkway structure 300.

[0147] In the present application, during the production process of the tank container, after the frame 200 structure is connected to the tank body 100, a walkway structure 300 is arranged on the top of the frame 200 structure, and the walkway structure 300 is connected to the tank body 100 through a connecting assembly 400, so that the walkway structure 300 is stably and reliably supported on the tank body 100 when the top crossbeam is removed, thereby improving the structural strength of the walkway structure 300. At the same time, the walkway structure 300 does not need to consider the layout of the overflow box 110, which reduces design constraints and reduces production and manufacturing costs.

[0148] In other embodiments, the bolt connection may also be a snap connection, active riveting, or other connection methods, as long as a stable connection can be achieved.

[0149] The above embodiments are only exemplary descriptions of the structures. The structures in the embodiments are not fixed combination structures. In the absence of structural conflicts, the structures in the multiple embodiments can be used in any combination. For example, the first connecting member 420 can also be used to connect the second trail 320 or the third trail 330. The third trail 310 can also be used to connect the first trail 310 and the second trail 320.

[0150] Although the present application has been described with reference to several typical embodiments, it should be understood that the terms used are illustrative and exemplary, rather than restrictive. Since the present application can be implemented in a variety of forms without departing from the spirit or essence of the utility model, it should be understood that the above-mentioned embodiments are not limited to any of the aforementioned details, but should be widely interpreted within the spirit and scope defined by the attached claims, so all changes and modifications falling within the scope of the claims or their equivalents should be covered by the attached claims.

Claims

1. A tank container, characterized in that: include: Tank; A frame structure, comprising an end frame and a top side beam, wherein the end frame is located at the end of the tank body; the top side beam is arranged on both sides above the tank body, the top side beam extends toward the end frame, and both ends of the top side beam are respectively connected to the end frame; A walkway structure is located on the top of the frame structure; a connecting component is arranged on the walkway structure, and the connecting component connects the walkway structure to the tank body to support the walkway structure on the tank body.

2. The tank container according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side of the walkway structure close to the frame structure is connected to the frame structure, and the side of the walkway structure away from the frame structure is supported on the tank body through the connecting assembly.

3. The tank container according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting assembly includes a support member and a first connecting member, wherein the support member is fixedly connected to the tank body; one end of the first connecting member is detachably connected to the support member, and the other end of the first connecting member is detachably connected to the walkway structure.

4. The tank container according to claim 3, characterized in that: The support member includes two support wings and a support convex plate arranged between the two support wings, the two support wings are located on opposite sides of the support convex plate, and the two support wings are welded to the outer peripheral wall of the tank body; the support convex plate extends away from the center of the tank body.

5. The tank container according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first connecting member includes a first bending portion, a connecting portion and a second bending portion, the first bending portion can be abutted against the supporting protrusion and is detachably connected to a side wall of the supporting protrusion facing away from the tank body; the connecting portion connects the first bending portion and the second bending portion; the second bending portion is abutted against the lower side wall of the walkway structure and is detachably connected to the walkway structure.

6. The tank container according to claim 1, characterized in that: The tank body includes an overflow box arranged on the top, and the connecting assembly includes a second connecting member, one end of the second connecting member is detachably connected to the overflow box, and the other end of the second connecting member is detachably connected to the walkway structure.

7. The tank container according to claim 6, characterized in that: The second connecting member includes a supporting portion, a first extending portion, and a second extending portion, wherein the supporting portion supports and is connected to the lower side wall of the walkway structure; the first extending portion and the second extending portion are respectively bent downward on both sides of the supporting portion, and the first extending portion and the second extending portion are respectively detachably connected to the adjacent two side walls of the overflow box to connect the walkway structure to the overflow box.

8. The tank container according to claim 1, characterized in that: The walkway structure includes a first walkway extending along the extension direction of the top side beam; the first walkway includes a plurality of sub-walkways, and the plurality of sub-walkways are arranged along the top side beam, and a third connecting member is provided between two adjacent sub-walkways, one end of the third connecting member is detachably connected to the two adjacent sub-walkways, and the other end of the third connecting member is connected to the top side beam; one side of the first walkway is connected to the top side beam through the third connecting member, and the other side of the first walkway is connected to the tank body through the connecting assembly.

9. The tank container according to claim 8, characterized in that: The walkway structure also includes a second walkway, which extends in a direction perpendicular to the extension direction of the first walkway and is arranged close to the end frame; a fourth connecting member is arranged between the second walkway and the first walkway, one end of the fourth connecting member is detachably connected to the first walkway and the second walkway, and the other end of the fourth connecting member is connected to the end frame.

10. The tank container according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of the connecting components are arranged on the peripheral side of the walkway structure, so that the walkway structure is fixedly connected to the tank body through the plurality of the connecting components.

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