Track inspection positioning device and inspection equipment

By designing an automated track patrol positioning device, and using the cooperation of the detection unit and the control unit, the problems of poor positioning accuracy and complex installation in the prior art are solved, and the timely and accurate positioning of track patrol is achieved.

CN222611155UActive Publication Date: 2025-03-14BEIJING RAILWAY INST OF MECHANICAL & ELECTRICAL ENG
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Application Number
CN202421478333.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-06-26
Publication Date
2025-03-14
Estimated Expiration
2034-06-26

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Technical Problem

The positioning accuracy of the existing track patrol positioning device is poor and the installation is complicated, so timeliness and accuracy cannot be guaranteed.

Method used

A track patrol positioning device is designed, including an installation base and a detection unit. The detection unit includes an installation plate and a detection structure. The detection structure is adjustable and connected to the control unit for automatically realizing the positioning of the inspection equipment.

Benefits of technology

It realizes the timeliness and accuracy of track patrol positioning, simplifies the device structure and installation process, and improves the degree of automation.

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Abstract

The utility model belongs to the technical field of track maintenance, and discloses a track inspection positioning device and inspection equipment. The inspection positioning device comprises an installation base body and a detection unit. Wherein the mounting base body is configured to be mounted on inspection equipment, the detection unit comprises a mounting plate and a detection structure, the detection structure is mounted on the mounting plate in a position adjustable manner, and the mounting plate is slidably arranged on the mounting base body, so that the device can be aligned with wheel pairs of vehicle bodies of different models, and the application range of the device is widened. The inspection equipment is provided with a control unit capable of controlling the inspection equipment to start and stop, the detection structure is in communication connection with the control unit and can send position information obtained by the detection structure to the control unit, the control unit controls the inspection equipment to start and stop according to the position information, positioning timeliness and accuracy are improved, and the inspection equipment is simple in structure and convenient to use. Installation is convenient, and the automation degree is high.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of track maintenance, in particular to a track inspection and positioning device and inspection equipment. Background Art

[0002] In order to systematically and dynamically grasp the real-time status of the operating tracks, it is necessary to conduct regular inspections of the tracks and carry out timely repairs and maintenance to ensure the safety of track operation.

[0003] When the inspection device is inspecting the track, it is necessary to manually visually inspect the positioning of the inspection device, resulting in poor positioning accuracy. The inspection positioning device disclosed in the prior art uses measuring media such as pull ropes and rulers, which not only requires the addition of a mechanical structure to the inspection device, resulting in a complex mechanical structure, but also has high installation requirements, and the positioning result cannot ensure timeliness and accuracy. Utility Model Content

[0004] The utility model aims to provide a track inspection and positioning device and inspection equipment. The inspection and positioning device has a simple structure and is easy to install. The inspection and positioning device can automatically realize the positioning of the inspection device, and the positioning is timely and accurate.

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

[0006] On the one hand, a track inspection positioning device is provided, which is used to position an inspection device, wherein the inspection device moves under the track, and the inspection device is provided with a control unit capable of controlling the start and stop of the inspection device;

[0007] The track inspection and positioning device comprises:

[0008] A mounting base is configured to be mounted on the inspection device;

[0009] A detection unit, comprising a mounting plate and a detection structure, wherein the mounting plate is slidably disposed on the mounting base, the detection structure is adjustably mounted on the mounting plate, and the detection structure is communicatively connected to the control unit;

[0010] The detection structure is used to obtain position information and send the position information to the control unit, and the control unit controls the start and stop of the inspection device according to the position information.

[0011] As an optional solution for the track inspection and positioning device, the detection structure includes multiple first detection components and multiple second detection components; multiple first detection components are spaced apart at both ends of the mounting plate, and multiple second detection components are arranged in the middle position of the mounting plate.

[0012] As an optional solution of the track inspection and positioning device, the first detection assembly includes a first fixing seat, an adjustment seat and a first position detector; the first fixing seat is arranged on the mounting plate, the adjustment seat is arranged on the first fixing seat, and the first position detector is arranged at an end of the adjustment seat away from the first fixing seat;

[0013] The adjustment seat can rotate along the first horizontal direction and the second horizontal direction to achieve the adjustment of the first position detector;

[0014] The first horizontal direction and the second horizontal direction rotate.

[0015] As an optional solution for the track inspection and positioning device, scale lines are provided on the outer wall of the adjustment seat.

[0016] As an optional solution for the track inspection and positioning device, the second detection component includes a second fixing seat and a second position detector, the second fixing seat is adjustably connected to the mounting plate, and the second position detector is fixed on the second fixing seat.

[0017] As an optional solution for the track inspection and positioning device, the second detection component also includes a fastener, a plurality of first connecting holes are opened on the mounting plate, a second connecting hole is opened on the second fixing seat, and the fastener is passed through the second connecting hole and any one of the first connecting holes.

[0018] As an optional solution for the track inspection and positioning device, a cleaning unit is also included, which includes a cleaning fan and a cleaning pipeline. The cleaning fan is arranged on the installation base, and the cleaning pipeline is connected to the output end of the cleaning fan to purge the detection structure.

[0019] As an optional solution for the track inspection and positioning device, it also includes a cable drag chain; one end of the cable drag chain is connected to the mounting base, and the other end is connected to the mounting plate, and the wire connected to the detection structure is passed through the cable drag chain.

[0020] As an optional solution for the track inspection and positioning device, a slide rail is provided on one of the mounting base and the mounting plate, and a slider is provided on the other. The extension direction of the slide rail is the same as the extension direction of the track, and the slider can slidably cooperate with the slide rail.

[0021] On the other hand, an inspection device is provided, comprising any of the track inspection and positioning devices described above.

[0022] Beneficial effects of the utility model:

[0023] The utility model provides a track inspection and positioning device and inspection equipment, the inspection and positioning device includes a mounting base and a detection unit. The mounting base is configured to be mounted on the inspection equipment, the detection unit includes a mounting plate and a detection structure, the detection structure is positionally adjustable on the mounting plate, the mounting plate is slidably disposed on the mounting base, so that the device can be aligned with the wheelsets of different models of vehicle bodies, thereby improving the scope of application of the device. The inspection equipment is provided with a control unit capable of controlling the start and stop of the inspection equipment, the detection structure is communicatively connected to the control unit, and the detection structure can send the acquired position information to the control unit, the control unit controls the start and stop of the inspection equipment according to the position information, thereby improving the timeliness and accuracy of positioning, and the structure is simple, the installation is convenient, and the degree of automation is high. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] Figure 1 It is an overall schematic diagram of the track inspection and positioning device provided by the specific implementation mode of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 2 It is a structural schematic diagram of a detection unit of a track inspection and positioning device provided in a specific embodiment of the utility model;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the first detection component provided by the specific embodiment of the utility model omitting the first fixing seat Figure 1 ;

[0027] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the first detection component provided by the specific embodiment of the utility model omitting the first fixing seat Figure 2 .

[0028] In the figure:

[0029] 1. Install the base; 11. Slide rail;

[0030] 2. Detection unit;

[0031] 21. Mounting plate;

[0032] 22. Detection structure;

[0033] 221, first detection assembly; 2211, first fixing seat; 2212, adjustment seat; 2213, first position detector;

[0034] 222, second detection assembly; 2221, second fixing seat; 2222, second position detector;

[0035] 3. Cleaning unit;

[0036] 4. Cable drag chain. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0037] The present invention is further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It is to be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to explain the present invention, rather than to limit the present invention. It should also be noted that, for ease of description, only the parts related to the present invention, rather than all structures, are shown in the accompanying drawings.

[0038] In the description of the present invention, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "connected", "connected", and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium, it can be the internal connection of two elements or the interaction relationship between two elements. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0039] In the present utility model, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, a first feature being "above" or "below" a second feature may include that the first and second features are in direct contact, or may include that the first and second features are not in direct contact but are in contact through another feature between them. Moreover, a first feature being "above", "above" and "above" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly above and obliquely above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is higher in level than the second feature. A first feature being "below", "below" and "below" a second feature includes that the first feature is directly below and obliquely below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is lower in level than the second feature.

[0040] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "upper", "lower", "right", etc., are based on the directions or positions shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of description and simplified operation, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation of the present invention. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used to distinguish in the description and have no special meaning.

[0041] The technical solution of the utility model is further explained below with reference to the accompanying drawings and through specific implementation methods.

[0042] like Figures 1 to 4As shown, this embodiment provides a track inspection and positioning device, including a mounting base 1 and a detection unit 2. The mounting base 1 is configured to be installed on the inspection equipment, and the detection unit 2 includes a mounting plate 21 and a detection structure 22. The detection structure 22 is mounted on the mounting plate 21 in an adjustable position, and the mounting plate 21 is slidably arranged on the mounting base 1, so that the device can be aligned with the wheelsets of different models of vehicle bodies, thereby improving the scope of application of the device. A control unit capable of controlling the start and stop of the inspection equipment is provided on the inspection equipment, and the detection structure 22 is communicatively connected to the control unit, and the detection structure 22 can send the acquired position information to the control unit, and the control unit controls the start and stop of the inspection equipment according to the position information, thereby improving the timeliness and accuracy of positioning, and the structure is simple, the installation is convenient, and the degree of automation is high.

[0043] Specifically, the control unit is a single chip microcomputer disclosed in the prior art, and a relevant control program is burned on the single chip microcomputer. The detection structure 22 sends the acquired position information to the single chip microcomputer, and controls the start and stop of the inspection equipment in combination with the control program. Exemplarily, the single chip microcomputer is an STM32 controller, and the relevant control program refers to the prior art.

[0044] Exemplarily, the mounting base 1 is composed of a plurality of connecting rods and connecting plates, which are easy to obtain, low in cost, and have good economy.

[0045] Optionally, refer to Figure 2 The detection structure 22 includes a plurality of first detection components 221 and a plurality of second detection components 222. The plurality of first detection components 221 are arranged at intervals at both ends of the mounting plate 21, and the plurality of second detection components 222 are arranged in the middle of the mounting plate 21. In the above arrangement, the first detection component 221 is used to obtain the position information of the wheelset of the vehicle body, and the second detection component 222 is used to obtain the position information of the vehicle body, and the position information of multiple points is obtained to improve the accuracy of positioning.

[0046] Specifically, in this embodiment, the mounting plate 21 is in an I-shape; four first detection components 221 are provided, and the four first detection components 221 are respectively provided at the four top corners of the mounting plate 21 to further improve the accuracy of positioning the vehicle wheels; two second detection components 222 are provided, and the two second detection components 222 are provided in the middle position of the mounting plate 21, and are spaced apart along the width direction of the vehicle body to further improve the accuracy of positioning the symmetrical body.

[0047] Furthermore, if Figure 2As shown, the first detection assembly 221 includes a first fixing seat 2211, an adjustment seat 2212 and a first position detector 2213. The first fixing seat 2211 is disposed on the mounting plate 21, the adjustment seat 2212 is disposed on the first fixing seat 2211, and the first position detector 2213 is disposed at one end of the adjustment seat 2212 away from the first fixing seat 2211. Figure 3 and Figure 4 The adjustment seat 2212 can rotate along the first horizontal direction and the second horizontal direction to rotate and adjust the position of the first position detector 2213 to be suitable for positioning vehicle wheels of various models and sizes, thereby improving applicability. The first horizontal direction is perpendicular to the second horizontal direction.

[0048] For example, refer to Figure 2 In this embodiment, the upper end surface of the first fixing seat 2211 is inclined, and the adjusting seat 2212 is arranged on the upper end surface, so as to more accurately align the wheelset of the vehicle body and ensure the accuracy of positioning.

[0049] Specifically, Figure 3 and Figure 4 As shown, in this embodiment, four adjustment knobs are provided on the adjustment seat 2212 to achieve rotation adjustment along the first horizontal direction and the second horizontal direction, and the adjustment is more convenient and flexible.

[0050] Furthermore, if Figure 4 As shown, scale lines are arranged on the outer wall of the adjustment seat 2212 to provide an angle reference for the rotation adjustment of the adjustment seat 2212 so as to improve the operation efficiency of the rotation adjustment.

[0051] Alternatively, if Figure 2 As shown, the second detection assembly 222 includes a second fixing seat 2221 and a second position detector 2222. The second fixing seat 2221 is adjustably connected to the mounting plate 21, and the second position detector 2222 is fixed on the second fixing seat 2221. The above arrangement can adjust the installation position of the second fixing seat 2221 according to different models and sizes of vehicle bodies, and then adjust the installation position of the second position detector 2222 to ensure the accuracy of positioning the vehicle body.

[0052] Exemplarily, the first position detector 2213 and the second position detector 2222 are both devices disclosed in the prior art that can detect position information, such as infrared ranging sensors, and their specific structures and principles refer to the prior art.

[0053] Furthermore, the second detection assembly 222 also includes a fastener. Figure 2A plurality of first connection holes are provided on the mounting plate 21, a plurality of second connection holes are provided on the second fixing seat 2221, and fasteners (not shown) are passed through the second connection holes and any of the first connection holes to achieve adjustable position of the second fixing seat 2221 on the mounting plate 21. The structure is simple, the materials are easily available, and the operation is simple and convenient.

[0054] For example, in this embodiment, two second connection holes are provided on the second fixing seat 2221, and correspondingly, two rows of first connection holes are provided on the mounting plate 21; in other embodiments, the number of second connection holes and the number of rows of first connection holes can be set as required. In addition, in this embodiment, the second connection hole is a through hole, the first connection hole is a threaded hole, and the fastener is a bolt or screw commonly used in the art.

[0055] Alternatively, if Figure 1 As shown, a slide rail 11 is provided on one of the mounting base 1 and the mounting plate 21, and a slider (not shown) is provided on the other. The extension direction of the slide rail 11 is the same as the extension direction of the track, and the slider can slide with the slide rail 11. The above arrangement can adjust the position of the detection structure 22 by adjusting the position of the mounting plate 21, so as to be suitable for positioning of different types of vehicle bodies.

[0056] Specifically, a driving mechanism is provided on the mounting base 1, and the output end of the driving mechanism is connected to the slider to drive the movement of the mounting plate 21. Exemplarily, the driving mechanism can be a hydraulic driving mechanism or an electric driving mechanism, and its specific structure and principle refer to the prior art.

[0057] Optionally, refer to Figure 1 The inspection and positioning device further includes a cleaning unit 3. The cleaning unit 3 includes a cleaning fan and a cleaning pipeline (not shown in the figure). The cleaning fan is arranged on the mounting base 1. The cleaning pipeline is connected to the output end of the cleaning fan and is used to purge the detection structure 22 to clean the dust and impurities attached to the surface of the detection structure 22, thereby ensuring the accuracy of the subsequent detection structure 22 to obtain the position information and improving the positioning accuracy.

[0058] For example, in this embodiment, two cleaning fans are provided; in other embodiments, the number of cleaning fans can be set as needed. In addition, in this embodiment, the cleaning fan is preferably an energy-saving fan disclosed in the prior art in the field, which has the advantages of low energy consumption and high efficiency, and its specific structure and principle refer to the prior art.

[0059] Optionally, continue to refer to Figure 1 The inspection and positioning device further includes a cable drag chain 4. One end of the cable drag chain 4 is connected to the mounting base 1, and the other end is connected to the mounting plate 21. The wire connected to the detection structure 22 is passed through the cable drag chain 4, which not only stores the wire, but also plays a certain protective role for the wire.

[0060] Exemplarily, the cable drag chain 4 is a device already disclosed in the prior art, and its specific structure and principle refer to the prior art.

[0061] On the other hand, this embodiment also provides a track inspection device, including the above-mentioned track inspection and positioning device, which has all the beneficial effects of the above-mentioned track inspection and positioning device, and will not be repeated here.

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

Claims

1. A track inspection positioning device, used for positioning an inspection device, the inspection device travels under the track, and the inspection device is provided with a control unit capable of controlling the start and stop of the inspection device; It is characterized in that The track inspection and positioning device comprises: A mounting base (1) is configured to be mounted on the inspection device; A detection unit (2) comprising a mounting plate (21) and a detection structure (22), wherein the mounting plate (21) is slidably disposed on the mounting base (1), the detection structure (22) is positionally adjustable on the mounting plate (21), and the detection structure (22) is communicatively connected to the control unit; The detection structure (22) is used to obtain position information and send the position information to the control unit, and the control unit controls the start and stop of the inspection device according to the position information.

2. The track inspection and positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The detection structure (22) comprises a plurality of first detection components (221) and a plurality of second detection components (222); the plurality of first detection components (221) are arranged at intervals at both ends of the mounting plate (21), and the plurality of second detection components (222) are arranged in the middle of the mounting plate (21).

3. The track inspection and positioning device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first detection assembly (221) comprises a first fixed seat (2211), an adjustment seat (2212) and a first position detector (2213); the first fixed seat (2211) is arranged on the mounting plate (21), the adjustment seat (2212) is arranged on the first fixed seat (2211), and the first position detector (2213) is arranged at an end of the adjustment seat (2212) away from the first fixed seat (2211); The adjustment seat (2212) can rotate along a first horizontal direction and a second horizontal direction to achieve adjustment of the first position detector (2213); The first horizontal direction and the second horizontal direction rotate.

4. The track inspection and positioning device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The outer wall of the adjustment seat (2212) is provided with scale lines.

5. The track inspection and positioning device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The second detection assembly (222) comprises a second fixing seat (2221) and a second position detector (2222); the second fixing seat (2221) is adjustably connected to the mounting plate (21); and the second position detector (2222) is fixedly mounted on the second fixing seat (2221).

6. The track inspection and positioning device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second detection component (222) further comprises a fastener, a plurality of first connection holes are formed on the mounting plate (21), a second connection hole is formed on the second fixing seat (2221), and the fastener is passed through the second connection hole and any one of the first connection holes.

7. The track inspection and positioning device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: It also comprises a cleaning unit (3), the cleaning unit (3) comprising a cleaning fan and a cleaning pipeline, the cleaning fan is arranged on the mounting base (1), and the cleaning pipeline is connected to the output end of the cleaning fan to purge the detection structure (22).

8. The track inspection and positioning device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: It also includes a cable drag chain (4); one end of the cable drag chain (4) is connected to the mounting base (1), and the other end is connected to the mounting plate (21); and the wire connected to the detection structure (22) is passed through the cable drag chain (4).

9. The track inspection and positioning device according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: A slide rail (11) is arranged on one of the mounting base (1) and the mounting plate (21), and a slider is arranged on the other. The extension direction of the slide rail (11) is the same as the extension direction of the track, and the slider is slidably matched with the slide rail (11).

10. A patrol inspection device, characterized in that: It comprises a track inspection and positioning device as described in any one of claims 1-9.