Universal rotating adjustable joint

By designing universal rotating movable joints, using sleeve-type rotary joints and tee pipes and other components, the universal rotation of the movable joints is solved, and the existing movable joints cannot meet the flexible adjustment under large water level changes, achieving flexible movement of the floating boat and easy installation and maintenance effect.

CN222783169UActive Publication Date: 2025-04-22CHANGJIANG SURVEY PLANNING DESIGN & RES CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421687953.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-17
Publication Date
2025-04-22
Estimated Expiration
2034-07-17

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Technical Problem

The existing movable joint design cannot meet flexible adjustment under large water level changes, and is cumbersome to install and is highly restrictive. Due to the huge size and huge foundation of the existing universal joint, it increases the construction difficulty and the approval difficulty of related procedures.

Method used

A universal rotating movable joint is designed, using sleeve-type rotary joints and tee pipes and other components to realize universal rotation of the connecting tube, which can rotate freely in horizontal and vertical directions, simplifying the installation and maintenance of the joints.

Benefits of technology

It realizes flexible movement of floating ships up and down, left and right, and the joint components are light and easy to install and maintain, reducing construction difficulty and approval difficulty of related procedures, and reducing manufacturing costs and floor area.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a universal rotating adjustable joint which comprises a foundation, a transverse pipe is installed on the foundation, the water outlet end of the transverse pipe is connected with a water taking pipeline, the water inlet end of the transverse pipe is connected with a three-way pipe through a sleeve type rotating joint, a longitudinal joint of the three-way pipe is connected with a 90-degree elbow through the sleeve type rotating joint, and the 90-degree elbow is connected with a connecting pipe. The floating pontoon can flexibly move up and down and left and right, and the connector assembly is light and convenient to install and maintain.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of water conservancy and water engineering, and in particular to a universal rotating flexible joint. Background Art

[0002] In the process of designing water intake from rivers, reservoirs and other water bodies, floating boat water intake is often used to reduce the impact on flood control, ecology and environment. The floating boat water intake form does not require complex underwater engineering, is simple to construct, has a short construction period, and has strong adaptability when the river hydrology and riverbed are prone to change. Therefore, it has been widely used in recent years. The floating boat is connected to the shore water intake pipeline through a connecting pipe, and flexible joints are set at both ends of the connecting pipe, one end is set on the boat and the other end is set on the shore.

[0003] In the previous design of flexible joints, the joints can only move in a horizontal plane or a vertical plane, the adjustment angle is very limited and 5 to 7 flexible joints are required, which can not meet the working conditions of large water level changes, and the installation is cumbersome and restrictive. The existing universal joints that can move in both horizontal and vertical directions increase the difficulty of construction and the difficulty of approval of relevant procedures due to their huge size and huge foundation. The commonly used flexible joints are either ineffective, complex, or inconvenient to operate and maintain. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of the embodiments of the present application is to provide a universal rotating flexible joint to enable the floating boat to move flexibly up and down and left and right, and the joint assembly is light and easy to install and maintain.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides the following technical solutions:

[0006] An embodiment of the present application provides a universal rotating flexible joint, including a foundation, on which a transverse pipe is installed, the water outlet end of the transverse pipe is connected to a water intake pipe, the water inlet end of the transverse pipe is connected to a tee pipe via a sleeve-type rotating joint, the longitudinal joint of the tee pipe is connected to a 90° elbow via a sleeve-type rotating joint, and the 90° elbow is connected to a connecting pipe.

[0007] One transverse joint of the three-way pipe is connected to the transverse pipe through a sleeve-type rotating joint, and the other transverse joint is installed on the foundation or blocked through a sleeve-type rotating joint.

[0008] The horizontal pipe is connected to the water intake pipe via a flange, and the 90° elbow is connected to the connecting pipe via a flange.

[0009] A bearing for supporting the pipe is arranged inside the sleeve-type rotary joint, and a P-type water-stop rubber is arranged at the connection between the inner side of the sleeve-type rotary joint and the end of the pipe. A pressure strip is arranged on the P-type water-stop rubber and fixed to the inner pipe with bolts.

[0010] Two limiting wing rings are arranged at the opening of the sleeve type rotary joint, and the limiting bolt passes through the outer pipe and extends between the two limiting wing rings to achieve the limiting effect.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects: simple structure, convenient operation and maintenance, low manufacturing cost, and a small equipment foundation, which can reduce the equipment footprint and reduce the construction difficulty. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0012] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application, the drawings required for use in the embodiments of the present application will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show certain embodiments of the present application and therefore should not be regarded as limiting the scope. For ordinary technicians in this field, other related drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying creative work.

[0013] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the side structure of an embodiment of the present application;

[0014] Figure 2 It is a schematic diagram of the main structure of Example 1 of the present application;

[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the main structure of Example 2 of the present application;

[0016] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the top view of the structure of Example 1 of the present application;

[0017] Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of the top view of the structure of Example 2 of the present application;

[0018] Figure 6 is a schematic cross-sectional view of a sleeve type rotary joint according to an embodiment of the present application;

[0019] Figure 7 It is a schematic diagram of the usage status of an embodiment of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present application. It should be noted that similar reference numerals and letters represent similar items in the following drawings, so once an item is defined in one drawing, it does not need to be further defined and explained in the subsequent drawings.

[0021] The terms "comprises," "comprising," or any other variation thereof are intended to encompass non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that includes a list of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus. In the absence of further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising a ..." does not exclude the presence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes the element.

[0022] like Figures 1 to 7 As shown, a universal rotating flexible joint includes a base 6, on which a transverse pipe 4 is installed, the water outlet end of the transverse pipe 4 is connected to a water intake pipe, the water inlet end of the transverse pipe 4 is connected to a tee pipe 5 through a sleeve type rotating joint 3, the longitudinal joint of the tee pipe 5 is connected to a 90° elbow 2 through a sleeve type rotating joint 3, and the 90° elbow 2 is connected to a connecting pipe.

[0023] One transverse joint of the three-way pipe 5 is connected to the transverse pipe 4 through the sleeve-type rotary joint 3 , and the other transverse joint is installed on the foundation 6 or blocked through the sleeve-type rotary joint 3 .

[0024] The transverse pipe 4 is connected to the water intake pipe via a flange, and the 90° elbow 2 is connected to the communication pipe via a flange.

[0025] A bearing 7 for supporting the pipe is arranged inside the sleeve type rotary joint 3, and a P-type water-stop rubber 8 is arranged at the connection between the inner side of the sleeve type rotary joint 3 and the end of the pipe. A pressure strip 11 is arranged on the P-type water-stop rubber 8 and fixed to the inner pipe with bolts.

[0026] The opening of the sleeve type rotary joint 3 is provided with two limit wing rings 9, and the limit bolt 10 passes through the outer pipe and extends between the two limit wing rings 9 to achieve the limiting effect.

[0027] Example 1: Figure 1 , 2 , 4, 6, and 7 show a universal rotating flexible joint with a grinding crank.

[0028] (1) A single grinding universal flexible joint includes a 90° elbow, a tee, two sleeve-type swivel joints 3 and a small amount of pipes. The pipes and fittings can be made of carbon steel, stainless steel and other materials. The thickness of the pipe is determined according to the length, diameter, material and other conditions of the connecting pipe.

[0029] (2) Grinding universal flexible joints are respectively arranged at both ends of the communication pipe, one end is arranged on the ship and the other end is arranged on the shore. The two flexible joints have the same style and are arranged in a mirror-symmetrical manner.

[0030] (3) A sleeve-type rotating joint is provided on each of the two pipe openings of the tee of the grinding universal flexible joint, so that the connecting pipe can rotate in the horizontal direction and in the direction perpendicular to the horizontal plane. The two grinding universal flexible joints are linked to realize the universal rotation of the connecting pipe, so that the floating boat can move up and down and left and right.

[0031] (4) Each universal joint is equipped with two sleeve-type rotating joints, which are equipped with two bearings. The water inlet and outlet of the joint can rotate 360 ​​degrees independently. Therefore, when the outlet is fixed to the foundation, the water inlet pipe can rotate freely.

[0032] (5) A P-type water-stop rubber 8 is arranged on the inner pipe of the sleeve type rotary joint, a pressure strip is arranged on the rubber strip, and the pressure strip is fixed to the inner pipe with bolts.

[0033] (6) The sleeve type rotary joint has two limit wing rings welded on the inner pipe, and the limit bolt passes through the outer pipe and extends between the two limit wing rings to achieve the limit effect.

[0034] Example 2: Figure 1 , 3 , 5, 6, and 7 show a rake-type universal rotating flexible joint.

[0035] (1) A single rake-type universal flexible joint includes a 90° elbow, a tee, three sleeve-type swivel joints and a small amount of pipes. The pipes and fittings can be made of carbon steel, stainless steel and other materials. The thickness of the pipe is determined according to the length, diameter, material and other conditions of the connecting pipe.

[0036] (2) Rake-type universal flexible joints are respectively arranged at both ends of the communication pipe, one end is arranged on the ship and the other end is arranged on the shore. The two flexible joints have the same style and are arranged in a mirror-symmetrical manner.

[0037] (3) A sleeve-type rotating joint is provided on each of the three pipe openings of the tee of the rake-type universal flexible joint, so that the connecting pipe can rotate in the horizontal direction and in the direction perpendicular to the horizontal plane. The linkage of the two rake-type universal flexible joints can realize the universal rotation of the connecting pipe and realize the up-and-down and left-and-right movement of the floating boat.

[0038] (4) Each rake-type universal flexible joint is equipped with three sleeve-type rotating joints, which are equipped with two bearings. The water inlet and outlet of the joint can rotate 360 ​​degrees independently. Therefore, when the outlet is fixed to the foundation, the water inlet pipe can rotate freely.

[0039] (5) A P-type water-stop rubber is installed on the inner pipe of the sleeve-type rotary joint, a pressure strip is installed on the rubber strip, and it is fixed to the inner pipe with bolts.

[0040] (6) The sleeve type rotary joint has two wing rings welded on the inner pipe, and the limit bolt passes through the outer pipe and extends between the two wing rings to achieve the limiting effect.

[0041] The specific installation process is:

[0042] (1) Determine the diameter of the connecting pipe and water intake pipe according to the scale of water intake.

[0043] (2) Determine the pipe material and thickness based on the size of the floating vessel, the length and diameter of the connecting pipe, etc.

[0044] (3) Assemble each pipe fitting according to the drawing of the grinding universal flexible joint or rake universal flexible joint. Install the water-stop rubber and weld the wing ring on the inner pipe of the rotary joint (elbow and tee). Drill holes and reinforce the outer pipe at the limit position, and turn the internal thread. Insert the inner pipe of the rotary joint (elbow and tee) into the outer pipe. After it is in place, screw the limit bolt into the outer pipe to complete the assembly of the universal flexible joint.

[0045] (5) Install the universal flexible joint on the pump boat and connect it to the water intake pipe. The universal flexible joint can be fixed to the pump boat using a concrete foundation or steel.

[0046] (6) Install the universal flexible joint on the shore pier and connect it to the water plant. The universal flexible joint can be fixed on the pier with a concrete foundation or steel.

[0047] (7) Use a rocker arm pipe to connect the water pump boat and the universal flexible joint on the shore pier.

[0048] (8) The universal flexible joint has a simple structure and is not easy to damage. When repairing, first remove the flange, disconnect the universal flexible joint from the external pipe, and then remove the limit bolts and corresponding parts as needed for repair.

[0049] The above description is only an embodiment of the present application and is not intended to limit the protection scope of the present application. For those skilled in the art, the present application may have various modifications and variations. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present application shall be included in the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. A universal rotating flexible joint, characterized in that: The invention comprises a foundation (6), a transverse pipe (4) is installed on the foundation (6), the water outlet end of the transverse pipe (4) is connected to a water intake pipeline, the water inlet end of the transverse pipe (4) is connected to a tee pipe (5) via a sleeve-type rotating joint (3), the longitudinal joint of the tee pipe (5) is connected to a 90° elbow (2) via a sleeve-type rotating joint (3), and the 90° elbow (2) is connected to a communication pipe.

2. A universal rotating flexible joint according to claim 1, characterized in that: One transverse joint of the three-way pipe (5) is connected to the transverse pipe (4) via a sleeve-type rotating joint (3), and the other transverse joint is installed on the foundation (6) or blocked via the sleeve-type rotating joint (3).

3. A universal rotating flexible joint according to claim 1, characterized in that: The horizontal pipe (4) is connected to the water intake pipe via a flange, and the 90° elbow (2) is connected to the communication pipe via a flange.

4. The universal rotating flexible joint according to claim 1, characterized in that: A bearing (7) for supporting a pipeline is arranged inside the sleeve-type rotary joint (3), a P-type water-stop rubber (8) is arranged at the connection between the inner side of the sleeve-type rotary joint (3) and the end of the pipeline, and a pressure strip (11) is arranged on the P-type water-stop rubber (8) and fixed to the inner pipeline with bolts.

5. A universal rotating flexible joint according to claim 4, characterized in that: Two limiting wing rings (9) are arranged at the opening of the sleeve type rotary joint (3), and a limiting bolt (10) passes through the outer pipe and extends between the two limiting wing rings (9) to achieve a limiting effect.