Multifunctional equipment inspection tool

Abstract

The utility model relates to a multifunctional equipment inspection tool (1), which is configured to be used for inspecting a plurality of inspection objects at different positions, and comprises a base (2), a handle assembly (3) coupled with the base, a first inspection part (A) and a second inspection part (B), the first inspection part is arranged on the base, is in a flat shape as a whole and extends transversely relative to the base, the second inspection part is arranged on the handle assembly and extends upwards relative to the base, the first inspection part is provided with a first inspection device (4), and the second inspection part is provided with a mounting rod (14) and a second inspection device (13) arranged on the mounting rod. According to the multifunctional equipment inspection tool, at least one of equipment bottom parts, high-altitude parts and / or parts in narrow gaps can be rapidly and efficiently inspected, and meanwhile, the working safety of inspectors can be improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to a multifunctional equipment inspection tooling. More specifically, the utility model relates to a multifunctional equipment inspection tooling for an automobile production line. Background Art

[0002] The production rhythm of an automobile production line is short, and the various equipment used in the production line has a complex structure. To ensure the effective utilization rate of the equipment, maintenance personnel need to perform daily preventive inspections and maintenance on the equipment. Since the specific installation positions and dimensions of these equipment are different, the positions where maintenance personnel need to perform inspections are diverse. Some positions are not convenient for maintenance personnel to perform visual inspections, such as inspections of high-altitude parts of equipment, inspections of bottom parts of equipment, inspections of parts in narrow spaces of equipment, etc. In addition, due to the inconvenience of the inspection positions, there are also risks such as low inspection efficiency and easy occurrence of safety problems.

[0003] Therefore, there is a need for a multifunctional inspection tooling that can conveniently inspect various equipment located at different positions in an automobile production line. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] In order to solve at least one of the above-mentioned drawbacks existing in the prior art, according to the present utility model, there is provided a multifunctional equipment inspection tooling, which is configured to inspect a plurality of inspection objects at different positions. The equipment inspection tooling is characterized in that it includes a base and a handle assembly coupled to the base. The equipment inspection tooling further includes a first inspection part with an adjustable position and a second inspection part with an adjustable position. The first inspection part is arranged on the base, is overall flat, and extends horizontally relative to the base. The second inspection part is arranged on the handle assembly and extends upward relative to the base. The first inspection part has a first inspection device configured to inspect the inspection object, and the second inspection part has a mounting rod and a second inspection device arranged on the mounting rod and configured to inspect the inspection object. According to the equipment inspection tooling of the present utility model, it can meet the rapid and efficient inspection of a plurality of inspection objects including at least one of bottom parts of equipment, high-altitude parts, and / or parts in narrow gaps, and at the same time, it can improve the work safety of inspection personnel.

[0005] According to a preferred embodiment, the height position and / or angle of the first inspection device is adjustable. In this way, it can meet the inspection requirements of equipment at different heights.

[0006] According to a preferred embodiment, a vertically extending guide rail is installed on the base of the equipment inspection tooling, and a slider can move up and down along the guide rail. The first inspection device is installed on the slider. In this way, with the help of the guide rail and the slider, the height position of the first inspection device in the vertical direction is adjustable.

[0007] According to a preferred embodiment, the first inspection device is mounted on a crossbar fixedly connected to the slider via a universal joint. With the help of the universal joint, the inclination angle of the first inspection device relative to the horizontal direction is also adjustable. This makes it easier for inspectors to obtain the most suitable observation angle and conduct multi-angle observation.

[0008] According to a preferred embodiment, the first inspection part is provided with a locking device for locking the height position of the slider relative to the guide rail. Thus, by moving the slider along the guide rail, the height of the first inspection device can be locked by means of the locking device after the first inspection device is moved to a suitable position.

[0009] According to a preferred embodiment, the height position of the second inspection device is adjustable, so as to meet the inspection requirements of equipment of different heights.

[0010] According to a preferred embodiment, the mounting rod is a telescopic sleeve rod. Like this, by means of the telescopic mounting rod, the second inspection device can vertically move between the maximum extension position and the minimum contraction position of the mounting rod to meet the inspection requirements of equipment of different heights.

[0011] According to a preferred embodiment, the mounting rod is detachable relative to the equipment inspection tool. The detachable mounting rod helps to remove the mounting rod when needed, and the inspector can hold the flexible and lightweight mounting rod and the second inspection device installed thereon to reach into the narrow space of the equipment that is difficult to access for inspection. In this way, the equipment dismantling work can be reduced and the work efficiency can be improved.

[0012] According to a preferred embodiment, the first inspection device is a reflector, and the second inspection device is a camera. The video captured by the camera can be transmitted to the mobile phone of the inspector, so that the inspector can observe the status of the high-altitude parts on the ground, thereby improving work efficiency and reducing work safety hazards.

[0013] According to a preferred embodiment, the handle assembly of the equipment inspection tool is in a T-shaped structure, and the handle assembly is inclined at an angle of 5° to 15° relative to the vertical direction toward the side where the inspector is located. As a result, the overall structure of the equipment inspection tool is stable, beautiful, and ergonomic, which is convenient for the inspector to operate the equipment inspection tool in a comfortable posture.

[0014] According to a preferred embodiment, the equipment inspection tool is equipped with a plurality of rubber wheels at the bottom, so as to ensure that the equipment inspection tool can move smoothly on uneven roads such as metal mesh plates or patterned plates, making it easier for inspectors to push the tool to move while reducing noise and vibration.

[0015] According to a preferred embodiment, the equipment inspection tooling is provided with a lighting system configured to illuminate the equipment to be inspected. The lighting system includes a lighting device, a power source, and a lighting switch for controlling the power supply from the power source to the lighting device. The lighting system improves the scope of use of the equipment inspection tooling in different lighting scenarios.

[0016] According to a preferred embodiment, the base of the equipment inspection tooling has an inverted "U" - shaped structure. In this way, it is possible to ensure that the minimum ground clearance of the first inspection device is minimized as much as possible in the case of the large - diameter size of the walking wheels, and the inspection working range of the first inspection part of the equipment inspection tooling is increased.

[0017] Referring to the accompanying drawings, other features of the present application will become apparent from the following description of the exemplary embodiments. Description of the Drawings

[0018] The present application will now be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale; in addition, for the convenience of illustration, components shown in one drawing may be omitted in other views. The drawings are only used to illustrate the exemplary embodiments of the present application and should not be considered as limiting the scope of the present application. In the drawings:

[0019] Figure 1 is a schematic perspective view showing a multifunctional equipment inspection tooling 1 according to an exemplary embodiment of the present application;

[0020] Figure 2 is a schematic enlarged view showing a part of the equipment inspection tooling 1;

[0021] Figure 3 is a schematic enlarged view showing another part of the equipment inspection tooling 1; and

[0022] Figure 4 is a schematic enlarged view showing yet another part of the equipment inspection tooling 1.

[0023] List of Reference Numerals:

[0024] 1 - equipment inspection tooling; 2 - base; 3 - handle assembly;

[0025] 4 - first inspection device; 5 - guide rail; 6 - slider;

[0026] 7 - cross bar; 8 - universal joint; 9 - locking device;

[0027] 10 - lighting device; 11 - power source; 12 - lighting switch;

[0028] 13 - second inspection device; 14 - mounting rod; 15 - bracket;

[0029] 16 —— Traveling wheel; A —— First inspection part; B —— Second inspection part Detailed implementation manners

[0030] Exemplary embodiments of the present application will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood, however, that the descriptions of the various embodiments are merely illustrative and do not impose any limitation on the technology of the present application. It should also be understood that the embodiments disclosed herein can be combined in various ways to provide more additional embodiments.

[0031] It should be understood that in all the drawings, the same reference numerals denote the same elements or units. In the drawings, for clarity, the dimensions of some components may be distorted, enlarged or reduced; or in order to highlight some components, some components are omitted or represented in a simplified drawing method.

[0032] Unless otherwise specified, all terms used in the specification have the meanings commonly understood by those skilled in the art. For the sake of brevity and / or clarity, well-known functions or structures or functions or structures unrelated to the inventive points of the present application are not described in detail.

[0033] Unless otherwise specified, the singular forms "a", "the" and "said" etc. used in the specification may include the plural forms. The terms "comprising", "including" and "containing" used in the specification indicate the presence of the claimed features, but do not exclude the presence of one or more other features. The phrase "and / or" used in the specification includes any and all combinations of one or more of the related listed items.

[0034] In the specification, when it is said that an element is "on", "attached" to, "connected" to, or "in contact" with another element, etc., the element may be directly on, directly attached to, directly connected to, or directly in contact with the other element, or there may be intermediate elements. This limitation applies to similar expressions.

[0035] In the specification, the terms "first", "second", "third", etc. are only used to distinguish each component and are not intended to limit the order and function of each component. In addition, the "second" or "third" etc. subsequent components can be provided or adopted without the "first" etc. prior components being provided or adopted.

[0036] In the specification, unless otherwise specified, terms such as "left", "right", "upper", "lower", "outer", "inner", etc. are in reference to the directions in the figures. It should be understood that spatial relationship terms such as "left", "right", "upper", "lower", "outer", "inner", etc. are intended to describe the relationship between one feature and another feature in the drawings. It should be understood that the spatial relationship terms include not only the orientations shown in the drawings but also different orientations during the use or operation of the multifunctional equipment inspection tooling 1.

[0037] It should be understood that the structures in the multifunctional equipment inspection tooling 1 that are not related to the inventive points of the present application will not be described in detail or shown in detail. In addition, unless otherwise specified, the relationships such as "perpendicular", "vertical", or "horizontal" between the two mentioned hereinafter include both the strict "perpendicular", "vertical", or "horizontal" relationships between the two and the approximate "perpendicular", "vertical", or "horizontal" relationships between the two.

[0038] Now refer to Figure 1 , and describe the basic structure of the multifunctional equipment inspection tooling 1. In an exemplary embodiment, the multifunctional equipment inspection tooling 1 is configured to inspect multiple devices at different positions in an automotive production line. However, the inspection objects of the multifunctional equipment inspection tooling 1 are not limited to the devices in the automotive production line, but can be applied to inspect various inspection objects of any type. The inspection objects can include at least one of the bottom parts of the device, the high-altitude parts, and / or the parts in narrow gaps.

[0039] Generally speaking, the equipment inspection tooling 1 includes a base 2 and a handle assembly 3 coupled to the base. The base 2 is located at the lower part of the equipment inspection tooling 1. The handle assembly 3 is located at the upper part of the equipment inspection tooling 1. The base 2 is a substantially horizontal component. The overall equipment inspection tooling 1 can be in the form of a substantially trolley. The handle assembly 3 can be inclined at an angle of approximately 5° to approximately 15° relative to the vertical direction towards the side where the inspector is located. For example, the angle can be approximately 10°. Thus, the overall structure of the equipment inspection tooling 1 is stable, beautiful, ergonomic, and convenient for the inspector to operate the equipment inspection tooling 1 in a comfortable posture for inspection.

[0040] As Figure 1 shown, the equipment inspection tooling 1 can include a first inspection part A and a second inspection part B. The height dimension of the first inspection part A is small, and the overall shape is flat. The first inspection part A is generally located on the base 2 at the lower part of the equipment inspection tooling 1 and extends substantially horizontally relative to the base 2. Here, "horizontally" refers to a substantially horizontal direction. The second inspection part B is generally located on the handle assembly 3 at the upper part of the equipment inspection tooling 1 and extends substantially upward (for example, substantially vertically upward) relative to the base 2. Preferably, the positions of the first inspection part A and the second inspection part B are adjustable.

[0041] Reference Figure 2 、 3 Regarding the first inspection unit A, the equipment inspection tooling 1 is provided with a first inspection device 4 configured to inspect the equipment to be inspected. For example, the first inspection device 4 may be a reflector for reflecting the condition of the bottom parts of the equipment into the mirror surface. Without limitation, the first inspection device 4 may also be a camera. Generally, the flat first inspection unit A can extend to the bottom of the equipment to inspect the parts that are difficult for the inspector to access or cannot be seen, avoiding the inspector lying on the ground for observation, saving time and physical strength, and improving work efficiency. It can be said that the inspection object of the first inspection unit A includes the bottom parts of the equipment.

[0042] Preferably, the height position and / or angle of the first inspection device 4 are adjustable. Specifically, a vertically extending guide rail 5 is installed on the base 2 of the equipment inspection tooling 1, and a slider 6 can move up and down along the guide rail 5. The first inspection device 4 can be installed on a cross bar 7 fixedly connected to the slider 6 via a universal joint 8. The cross bar 7 can extend substantially horizontally relative to the slider 6. Here, the universal joint 8 can be any type of universal joint for arbitrarily adjusting the tilt angle of the first inspection device 4 relative to the horizontal direction as needed. Without limitation, the first inspection device 4 can also be directly installed on the slider 6. Preferably, the equipment inspection tooling 1 is further provided with a locking device 9 for locking the height position of the slider 6 relative to the guide rail 5. Here, the locking device 9 can be any locking device known in the art and compatible with the present application.

[0043] In this way, with the help of the above-mentioned guide rail 5 and slider 6, the height position of the first inspection device 4 in the vertical direction is adjustable. By moving the slider 6 along the guide rail 5, the height of the first inspection device 4 can be locked with the help of the locking device 9 after the first inspection device 4 moves to a suitable position. In addition, with the help of the above-mentioned universal joint 8, the tilt angle of the first inspection device 4 relative to the horizontal direction is also adjustable. Thereby, it is convenient for the inspector to obtain the most suitable viewing angle and conduct multi-angle inspections.

[0044] In addition, the ambient light at the bottom of the device is usually insufficient, making it difficult to clearly see the parts that need to be inspected. Therefore, the first inspection unit A can also be provided with an illumination system configured to illuminate the inspection object. Preferably, the illumination system can include an illumination device 10, a power source 11, and an illumination switch 12. The illumination device 10 can be an LED lamp or the like. Preferably, the illumination device 10 can be installed at the edge portion of the reflector that serves as the first inspection device 4. The power source 11 is used to supply power to the illumination device 10. The type of the power source 11 is not limited and can be a dry battery, a rechargeable lithium battery, or the like. The illumination switch 12 is used to control the power supply from the power source 11 to the illumination device 10. The illumination switch 12 can be arranged at the upper part of the handle assembly 3 for easy operation by the inspector. In short, the illumination system expands the scope of use of the device inspection tooling 1 in different lighting scenarios.

[0045] Reference Figure 4 , regarding the second inspection unit B, the device inspection tooling 1 is provided with a second inspection device configured to inspect the device serving as the inspection object. For example, the second inspection device 13 can be a camera. Generally, the second inspection unit B can be used to inspect inspection objects located above the inspector's head or at high altitudes. The images or videos captured by the camera serving as the second inspection device 13 can be transmitted to the inspector's mobile phone for remote viewing. Thus, the inspector can observe the status of high-altitude parts on the ground, improving work efficiency and reducing work safety hazards. It can be said that the inspection objects of the second inspection unit B include high-altitude parts.

[0046] Preferably, the height position of the second inspection device 13 is adjustable. Specifically, the second inspection device 13 is installed on a mounting rod 14. The mounting rod 14 is preferably a telescopic sleeve rod. For example, the mounting rod 14 can be a multi-section sleeve rod, such as a three-section sleeve rod. In addition, the mounting rod 14 is also attached to the upper part of the handle assembly 3 via a bracket 15. Preferably, the mounting rod 14 is detachably attached to the bracket 15. In this way, with the telescopic mounting rod 14, the second inspection device 13 can vertically move between the maximum extended position and the minimum retracted position of the mounting rod 14 to meet the inspection requirements of inspection objects at different heights. Thus, the inspector can perform inspection operations efficiently, while reducing climbing operations and improving work safety. In addition, the detachable mounting rod 14 also helps to remove the mounting rod 14 when needed. The inspector can hold the flexible and lightweight mounting rod 14 and the second inspection device 13 mounted thereon and extend it into the narrow space of the device that is difficult to access for inspection. Thus, the equipment demolition work can be reduced and work efficiency can be improved. It can be said that the inspection objects of the second inspection unit B can also include parts in narrow gaps.

[0047] Similarly, the second inspection part B may also be provided with another lighting device 10 configured to illuminate the inspected device. The other lighting device 10 may be installed at the top end of the mounting rod 14. The lighting device 10 may also be an LED lamp, etc. The power supply and / or lighting switch of the second inspection part B may be shared with the power supply 11 and lighting switch 12 used for the first inspection part A to save parts and manufacturing costs.

[0048] Preferably, the equipment inspection tool 1 may also be equipped with a plurality of running wheels 16 at the bottom. Preferably, the running wheels 16 are rubber wheels. More preferably, the running wheels 16 have a larger diameter. In this way, it is possible to ensure that the equipment inspection tool 1 can run smoothly and stably on uneven roads such as metal mesh plates or patterned plates, making it easier for inspectors to push the equipment inspection tool 1 to move while reducing noise and vibration.

[0049] Preferably, the base 2 of the equipment inspection tool 1 can be roughly in the shape of an inverted "J". Figure 2 , 3 As shown, the base 2 includes a central bottom plate, two side walls extending substantially vertically from both sides of the central bottom plate, and two upper wing plates extending outward from the upper ends of the side walls. In this way, it is possible to ensure that the minimum height of the first inspection device 4 from the ground is reduced as much as possible when the running wheel 16 has a large diameter, thereby increasing the inspection working range of the first inspection part A of the equipment inspection tool 1.

[0050] In general, the equipment inspection tool 1 according to the utility model can meet the needs of fast and efficient inspection of multiple inspection objects including at least one of the parts at the bottom of the equipment, high-altitude parts and / or parts in narrow gaps, while improving the work safety of inspectors and improving ergonomics.

[0051] Although the present application has been described with reference to exemplary embodiments, it is to be understood that the present application is not limited to the disclosed exemplary embodiments.The scope of the following claims is to be accorded the broadest interpretation so as to encompass all such modifications and equivalent structures and functions.

Claims

1. A multifunctional equipment inspection tool (1), which is configured to inspect a plurality of inspection objects at different positions, characterized in that: The equipment inspection tool (1) comprises a base (2) and a handle assembly (3) coupled to the base, and the equipment inspection tool (1) also comprises a first inspection part (A) with adjustable position and a second inspection part (B) with adjustable position, wherein the first inspection part (A) is arranged on the base (2), is flat as a whole, and extends transversely relative to the base (2), and the second inspection part (B) is arranged on the handle assembly (3) and extends upward relative to the base (2), the first inspection part (A) has a first inspection device (4) configured to inspect an inspection object, and the second inspection part (B) has a mounting rod (14) and a second inspection device (13) arranged on the mounting rod (14) and configured to inspect the inspection object.

2. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool (1) according to claim 1 is characterized in that: The height position and / or angle of the first inspection device (4) is adjustable.

3. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool (1) according to claim 2 is characterized in that: An upwardly extending guide rail (5) is installed on the base (2) of the equipment inspection tool (1); a slider (6) can move up and down along the guide rail (5); and a first inspection device (4) is installed on the slider (6).

4. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool (1) according to claim 3 is characterized in that: The first inspection device (4) is mounted on a crossbar (7) fixedly connected to the slide (6) via a universal joint (8).

5. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool (1) according to claim 3 is characterized in that: The first inspection portion (A) is provided with a locking device (9) for locking the height position of the slide block (6) relative to the guide rail (5).

6. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The height position of the second inspection device (13) is adjustable.

7. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool (1) according to claim 6 is characterized in that: The installation rod (14) is a telescopic sleeve rod.

8. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The mounting rod (14) is detachable relative to the equipment inspection tool (1).

9. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool (1) according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The first inspection device (4) is a reflector, and the second inspection device (13) is a camera.

10. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The handle assembly (3) of the equipment inspection tool (1) is in a T-shaped structure, and the handle assembly (3) is inclined at an angle of 5° to 15° relative to the vertical direction toward the side where the inspector is located.

11. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The equipment inspection tool (1) is provided with a plurality of rubber running wheels (16) at the bottom.

12. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The equipment inspection tool (1) is provided with a lighting system configured to illuminate an inspection object, the lighting system comprising a lighting device (10), a power source (11), and a lighting switch (12) for controlling the supply of power from the power source (11) to the lighting device (10).

13. The multifunctional equipment inspection tool according to any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that: The base (2) of the equipment inspection tool (1) is in an inverted "J"-shaped structure.

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