Pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of pipeline cleaning, and provides a robot for detecting cleanliness in a pipeline. The utility model provides a robot for detecting internal cleanliness of a pipeline. The robot comprises a shell and a cover plate, the shell is provided with a containing cavity and an opening capable of being communicated with the containing cavity. The opening is formed in the top of the shell, and the wall thickness of the edge of the opening is 6-15 mm; and the cover plate covers the opening. During specific implementation, according to the design of the robot for detecting the cleanliness in the pipeline, the technical effect is that the connecting strength between the shell and the cover plate is improved by increasing the wall thickness of the edge of the opening in the top of the shell. The utility model provides a robot for detecting cleanliness in a pipeline, which is used for solving the technical problem of poor connection strength between a shell and a cover plate in the prior art.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of pipeline cleaning, in particular to a pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot. Background Art

[0002] The cleanliness inspection inside the pipeline is usually carried out manually by walking inside the pipeline and inspecting the cleanliness of the inside of the pipeline visually.

[0003] With the development of science and technology, the detection of internal cleanliness of pipelines is becoming more and more mechanized, and it has become a trend to replace manual labor with mechanical equipment. Especially under complex and high-risk conditions, the operation of pipeline internal cleanliness detection robots can significantly reduce labor intensity and the probability of safety accidents. Pipeline internal cleanliness detection robots include various forms such as wheeled, crawler and creeping.

[0004] However, since the opening edge above the shell of the pipeline internal cleanliness inspection robot in the prior art is relatively thin, the contact area between the edge of the opening above the shell and the cover plate used to cover the opening is relatively small, resulting in poor connection strength between the shell and the cover plate. Utility Model Content

[0005] The utility model provides a pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot, which is used to solve the technical problem of poor connection strength between a shell and a cover plate in the prior art.

[0006] The utility model provides a pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot, comprising a shell and a cover plate; the shell is provided with a containing cavity and an opening which can be connected with the containing cavity; the opening is located at the top of the shell, and the wall thickness of the edge of the opening is 6 mm to 15 mm; the cover plate is arranged at the opening.

[0007] According to an embodiment of the utility model, the edge of the opening has a screw hole; the cover plate has a through hole; the cover plate is covered at the opening by a fastener penetrating through the screw hole and the through hole.

[0008] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the cover plate is a structural member made of a transparent material.

[0009] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the cross section of the shell along its width direction is in a "convex" shape.

[0010] According to an embodiment of the utility model, it also includes a controller and a driving unit; the controller and the driving unit are accommodated in the accommodating cavity; the driving unit can drive the pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot to move forward.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the utility model, the shell has a mobile unit mounting hole on the side along the width direction thereof; it also includes a mobile unit, which is located on the side of the shell along the width direction thereof, and extends into the accommodating cavity through the mobile unit mounting hole, and is rotatably connected to the hole wall of the mobile unit mounting hole; the driving unit is connected to the mobile unit.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the utility model, the moving unit includes a first moving mechanism and a second moving mechanism; the first moving mechanism is rotatably arranged on one side of the shell along its width direction; the second moving mechanism is rotatably arranged on the other side of the shell along its width direction; the driving unit includes two motors, the two motors are arranged along the length direction of the shell, one of the two motors is connected to the first moving mechanism, and the other of the two motors is connected to the second moving mechanism.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the utility model, the first moving mechanism and the second moving mechanism respectively include at least one moving wheel and a track; the moving wheel is rotatably arranged on the side surface of the shell along its width direction; the track is arranged around the moving wheel; and the motor is coaxially arranged with the moving wheel.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the first moving mechanism and the second moving mechanism respectively include a plurality of moving wheels; the plurality of moving wheels are evenly spaced and arranged in sequence from the front to the rear of the shell.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the utility model, a plurality of anti-skid protrusions are provided on the surface of the crawler track, and the plurality of anti-skid protrusions are evenly spaced and arranged along the extension direction of the crawler track.

[0016] The characteristics and advantages of the pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot of the utility model are:

[0017] The design of this pipeline internal cleanliness inspection robot has the technical effect of enhancing the connection strength between the shell and the cover by increasing the wall thickness of the top opening edge of the shell. Specifically, the wall thickness of the top opening edge of the shell is designed to be 6 mm to 15 mm. This design not only increases the contact area between the shell and the cover, but also improves the stability and durability of the overall structure. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the present invention or the prior art, a brief introduction will be given below to the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0019] Figure 1This is an exploded view of the utility model pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot;

[0020] Figure 2 It is a three-dimensional diagram of another embodiment of the pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 It is a top view of another embodiment of the pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot of the utility model.

[0022] Reference numerals:

[0023] 100, shell; 110, accommodating cavity; 120, opening; 130, screw hole; 200, cover plate; 300, fastener; 400, drive unit; 500, moving unit; 501, first moving mechanism; 502, second moving mechanism; 510, moving wheel; 520, crawler track; W, width direction of shell; L, length direction of shell. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] In order to make the purpose, technical solution and advantages of the utility model clearer, the technical solution of the utility model will be described clearly and completely in conjunction with the drawings in the utility model. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of the utility model, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in 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.

[0025] In the description of the present embodiment, 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", "axial", "radial", "circumferential" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present embodiment and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the referred device or element must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be understood as a limitation on the present embodiment.

[0026] In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be understood as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of the indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of the features. In the description of this embodiment, the meaning of "plurality" is at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise clearly and specifically defined.

[0027] In this embodiment, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "set", "install", "connect", "connect", "fix" and the like 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, unless otherwise clearly defined. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in this embodiment can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0028] In the embodiments of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the first feature being "above" or "below" the second feature may mean that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. Moreover, the first feature being "above", "above" and "above" the second feature may mean that the first feature is directly above or obliquely above the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. The first feature being "below", "below" and "below" the second feature may mean that the first feature is directly below or obliquely below the second feature, or simply means that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0029] Figures 1 to 3 The utility model provides a pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot. As can be seen from the figure, the utility model provides a pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot, including a shell 100 and a cover plate 200; the shell 100 has a accommodating cavity 110 and an opening 120 that can communicate with the accommodating cavity 110; the opening 120 is located at the top of the shell 100, and the wall thickness of the edge of the opening 120 is 6 mm to 15 mm; the cover plate 200 is covered at the opening 120.

[0030] In specific implementation, the design of the pipeline internal cleanliness inspection robot has the technical effect of enhancing the connection strength between the shell 100 and the cover plate 200 by increasing the wall thickness of the edge of the top opening 120 of the shell 100. Specifically, the wall thickness of the edge of the top opening 120 of the shell 100 is designed to be 6 mm to 15 mm. Such a design not only increases the contact area between the shell 100 and the cover plate 200, but also improves the stability and durability of the overall structure.

[0031] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the edge of the opening 120 has a screw hole 130 ; the cover plate 200 has a through hole; the cover plate 200 is covered at the opening 120 by a fastener 300 penetrating through the screw hole 130 and the through hole.

[0032] In specific implementation, by setting a screw hole 130 at the edge of the top opening 120 of the shell 100 and setting a corresponding through hole on the cover plate 200, the cover plate 200 can be fixed by the fastener 300 passing through the screw hole 130 and the through hole. This design not only improves the connection strength between the shell 100 and the cover plate 200, but also ensures the sealing between the cover plate 200 and the shell 100 through the fastening effect of the fastener 300, and prevents the intrusion of pollutants or the falling off of internal components that may occur during the internal cleanliness detection of the pipeline. In addition, the design of using the screw hole 130 and the through hole facilitates the assembly and maintenance of the robot, and improves the practicality and maintainability of the robot. Through this improvement, the robot is more stable and reliable when performing tasks, can effectively adapt to various pipeline environments, and improves the efficiency and accuracy of cleanliness detection.

[0033] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the cover plate 200 is a structural member made of a transparent material.

[0034] In specific implementation, the cover plate 200 is made of a transparent material. This design makes it easy for the user to observe the internal conditions of the robot, thereby facilitating inspection and maintenance without removing the cover plate.

[0035] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the cross-section of the housing 100 along the width direction W thereof is in a convex shape.

[0036] In specific implementation, the housing 100 adopts a "convex" cross-section design, which not only enhances the stability of the robot in the pipeline and reduces the risk of rollover, but also improves space utilization, so that more detection equipment or sensors can be arranged in the housing 100. At the same time, the rigidity of the "convex" cross-section helps to provide better support when the housing 100 is connected to the cover plate 200, thereby enhancing the connection strength of the overall structure. In addition, this cross-section design also helps the robot move smoothly in the pipeline, especially when facing pipe bends or obstacles, improving passability.

[0037] According to an embodiment of the present invention, it also includes a controller and a driving unit 400; the controller and the driving unit 400 are accommodated in the accommodating cavity 110; the controller is connected to the driving unit 400; the driving unit 400 can drive the pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot to move.

[0038] In specific implementation, the two key components, the controller and the drive unit 400, are cleverly housed in the accommodating chamber 110 of the shell 100. This design enables the robot to move autonomously when performing the task of detecting the cleanliness of the inside of the pipeline without external traction or pushing. The controller is responsible for receiving detection data, processing information and issuing instructions, while the drive unit 400 drives the robot to move according to these instructions to achieve a comprehensive inspection of the inside of the pipeline. The controller and the drive unit 400 are built into the accommodating chamber 110, which not only saves space, but also improves the integration of the robot and the convenience of operation. In addition, this design also helps to protect these sensitive electronic components from the harsh environment inside the pipeline, thereby enhancing the durability and reliability of the robot. Through this integrated design, the pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot can complete the detection task more efficiently and accurately, while reducing the need for manual intervention and improving the safety and efficiency of the operation.

[0039] According to one embodiment of the utility model, the shell 100 has a mobile unit mounting hole on the side along the width direction W thereof; it also includes a mobile unit 500, which is located on the side of the shell 100 along the width direction W thereof, and extends into the accommodating cavity 110 through the mobile unit mounting hole, and is rotatably connected to the hole wall of the mobile unit mounting hole; the driving unit 400 is connected to the mobile unit 500.

[0040] In a specific implementation, the side of the shell 100 of the robot is designed with mobile unit mounting holes, which enable the mobile unit 500 to extend from the side of the shell 100 into the accommodating cavity 110. The mobile unit 500 is rotatably connected to the hole wall of the shell 100 through these mounting holes. The driving unit 400 is connected to the mobile unit 500 and can control the movement of the mobile unit 500 to achieve precise control of the travel speed of the robot.

[0041] According to one embodiment of the utility model, the moving unit 500 includes a first moving mechanism 501 and a second moving mechanism 502; the first moving mechanism 501 can be rotatably arranged on one side of the shell 100 along its width direction W; the second moving mechanism 502 can be rotatably arranged on the other side of the shell 100 along its width direction W; the driving unit 400 includes two motors, the two motors are arranged along the length direction L of the shell 100, one of the two motors is connected to the first moving mechanism 501, and the other of the two motors is connected to the second moving mechanism 502.

[0042] In specific implementation, the mobile unit 500 is innovatively designed, and the unit consists of two independent mobile mechanisms: a first mobile mechanism 501 and a second mobile mechanism 502. The two mechanisms are respectively located on both sides of the shell 100 along its width direction W, and can be rotatably arranged on the shell 100. This design allows the robot to move and turn more flexibly in the pipeline. The configuration of the drive unit 400 has also been optimized, including two motors, which are arranged along the length direction L of the shell 100. One of the motors is connected to the first mobile mechanism 501, and the other motor is connected to the second mobile mechanism 502. Such a configuration provides more efficient power distribution and control, allowing the robot to achieve more precise movement control, including forward and backward.

[0043] According to one embodiment of the utility model, the first moving mechanism 501 and the second moving mechanism 502 respectively include at least one moving wheel 510 and a track 520; the moving wheel 510 is rotatably arranged on the side surface of the shell 100 along its width direction W; the track 520 is arranged around the moving wheel 510; and the motor is coaxially arranged with the moving wheel 510.

[0044] In a specific implementation, the moving wheel 510 can be rotatably arranged on the side of the housing 100 along its width direction W, and the crawler 520 is arranged around the moving wheel 510 to form a moving mechanism that can adapt to different pipeline surfaces. This design enables the robot to achieve stable movement in the pipeline, whether it is a smooth or rough surface. The motor is coaxially arranged with the moving wheel 510 to ensure direct power transmission, improve driving efficiency and response speed. The coaxial design also helps to reduce the complexity of the mechanical structure, making the robot more compact and convenient for operation in narrow pipeline spaces.

[0045] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the first moving mechanism 501 and the second moving mechanism 502 respectively include a plurality of moving wheels 510 ; the plurality of moving wheels 510 are evenly spaced and arranged in sequence from the front to the rear of the housing 100 .

[0046] In specific implementation, the first moving mechanism 501 and the second moving mechanism 502 are further optimized in design. Each of the two mechanisms includes a plurality of moving wheels 510, which are evenly spaced from the front to the rear of the housing 100, forming a more balanced and stable moving structure. This design not only improves the traction and stability of the robot when traveling in the pipeline, but also enhances the robot's adaptability to different pipeline materials and shapes through the synergistic effect of multiple moving wheels 510. In addition, the deviation or slippage caused by uneven wheel distribution is reduced.

[0047] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of anti-skid protrusions are provided on the surface of the crawler 520 , and the plurality of anti-skid protrusions are evenly spaced and arranged along the extension direction of the crawler 520 .

[0048] In specific implementation, a plurality of anti-skid protrusions are provided on the crawler 520. These protrusions are evenly spaced along the extension direction of the crawler 520, which significantly improves the grip and stability of the robot when it moves inside the pipeline. The design of the anti-skid protrusions can effectively prevent the robot from slipping on the slippery or uneven pipeline surface, ensuring that the robot can maintain stable movement under various pipeline conditions, and improving the safety and reliability of movement. In addition, the evenly spaced anti-skid protrusions can also reduce the friction between the crawler 520 and the inner wall of the pipeline, extend the service life of the crawler 520, and also reduce the noise that may be generated by the robot during movement, which is conducive to use in an environment where quiet operation is required.

[0049] In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "mode", "specific mode", or "some modes" etc. means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or mode are included in at least one embodiment or mode of the utility model embodiment. In this specification, the schematic representations of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or mode. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described may be combined in any one or more embodiments or modes in a suitable manner. In addition, those skilled in the art may combine and combine the different embodiments or modes described in this specification and the features of the different embodiments or modes, without contradiction.

[0050] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the utility model, rather than to limit it. Although the utility model has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some of the technical features therein. However, these modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the various embodiments of the utility model.

Claims

1. A pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot, characterized in that: It comprises a housing (100) and a cover plate (200); The shell (100) has a receiving cavity (110) and an opening (120) capable of communicating with the receiving cavity (110); the opening (120) is located at the top of the shell (100), and the wall thickness of the edge of the opening (120) is 6 mm to 15 mm; the cover plate (200) is arranged to cover the opening (120).

2. The pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The edge of the opening (120) has a screw hole (130); The cover plate (200) has a through hole; The cover plate (200) is covered at the opening (120) by means of a fastener (300) that penetrates through the screw hole (130) and the through hole.

3. The pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot according to claim 2, characterized in that: The cover plate (200) is a structural member made of a transparent material.

4. The pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cross-section of the shell (100) along its width direction (W) is in a "convex" shape.

5. The pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes a controller and a drive unit (400); The controller and the drive unit (400) are accommodated in the accommodating cavity (110), and the controller is connected to the drive unit (400); The driving unit (400) can drive the pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot to move.

6. The pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot according to claim 5, characterized in that: The housing (100) has a mobile unit mounting hole on its side along the width direction (W); It also includes a moving unit (500), the moving unit (500) being located on the side of the housing (100) along the width direction (W) thereof, extending into the accommodating cavity (110) through the moving unit mounting hole, and being rotatably connected to the hole wall of the moving unit mounting hole; The driving unit (400) is connected to the moving unit (500).

7. The pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot according to claim 6, characterized in that: The moving unit (500) comprises a first moving mechanism (501) and a second moving mechanism (502); the first moving mechanism (501) is rotatably disposed on one side of the shell (100) along its width direction (W); the second moving mechanism (502) is rotatably disposed on the other side of the shell (100) along its width direction (W); The driving unit (400) comprises two motors, the two motors are arranged along the length direction (L) of the shell (100), one of the two motors is connected to the first moving mechanism (501), and the other of the two motors is connected to the second moving mechanism (502).

8. The pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot according to claim 7, characterized in that: The first moving mechanism (501) and the second moving mechanism (502) respectively include at least one moving wheel (510) and a crawler track (520); The moving wheel (510) is rotatably disposed on a side surface of the housing (100) along the width direction (W) thereof; The crawler belt (520) is arranged around the moving wheel (510); The motor is coaxially arranged with the moving wheel (510).

9. The pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot according to claim 8, characterized in that: The first moving mechanism (501) and the second moving mechanism (502) respectively include a plurality of moving wheels (510); The plurality of moving wheels (510) are evenly spaced and arranged in sequence from the front of the housing (100) to the rear of the housing (100).

10. The pipeline internal cleanliness detection robot according to claim 8 or 9, characterized in that: The surface of the crawler (520) is provided with a plurality of anti-skid protrusions, and the plurality of anti-skid protrusions are evenly spaced and arranged along the extension direction of the crawler (520).

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