Cable laying system with chute function

Abstract

The utility model discloses a cable laying system with a chute function, which comprises a guide frame, a chute, a cable laying device and a control device, the guide frame is provided with a conveying channel, and the conveying channel is arranged in an arc shape along the horizontal direction and is provided with an input end and an output end; each driving mechanism is connected with the guide frame, and the driving mechanisms are sequentially arranged in the length direction of the conveying channel; the driving mechanism comprises a driver, an output shaft and two first swash plates, the driver is connected with the guide frame, the output end of the driver is connected with the output shaft, the two first swash plates are arranged on the output shaft, and first conical ring surfaces are formed on the sides, close to each other, of the two first swash plates. Through the application of the cable laying system, the cable laying system capable of changing the traction direction of the cable is provided, is especially suitable for submarine cable laying operation, is small in overall occupied volume, facilitates the installation of the cable laying system on a cable laying ship, further reduces the labor intensity of personnel, and improves the construction efficiency of the cable.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of cable construction, in particular to a cable laying system with a chute function. Background Art

[0002] At present, during the process of laying cables by a cable laying ship, it is relatively common to arrange corresponding cable laying machines on the cable laying ship. Such cable laying machines generally achieve the traction or braking of the cable through friction. Commonly used ones can be crawler cable laying machines and tire cable laying machines, etc.

[0003] However, the existing cable laying machines generally can only provide the traction force and braking force for the cable. During the actual construction process, additional structures such as chutes are required to change the traction direction of the cable laying machine, especially when it is necessary to convert the traction direction of the cable between the vertical direction and the horizontal direction. However, due to the limited deck area of the cable laying ship and the overall large size of the combination of such cable laying machines and cable chutes, there are often problems with difficult arrangement; at the same time, conventional cable chutes often generate certain resistance to the movement of the cable, which is not conducive to the cable conveying efficiency. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] In view of this, to solve the above problems, the purpose of the utility model is to provide a cable laying system with a chute function, including:

[0005] A guiding frame, on which a conveying channel is formed. The conveying channel is arranged in an arc shape along the horizontal direction. The conveying channel has an input end and an output end, and the horizontal height of the input end is greater than the horizontal height of the output end;

[0006] A plurality of driving mechanisms, each of which is connected to the guiding frame, and the plurality of driving mechanisms are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the conveying channel;

[0007] Among them, the driving mechanism includes: a driver, an output shaft, and two first swash plates. The driver is connected to the guiding frame, the output end of the driver is connected to the output shaft, and the two first swash plates are both arranged on the output shaft. A first conical ring surface is formed on each side of the two first swash plates close to each other, and both the first conical ring surfaces are in contact with the outer wall of a cable to be conveyed. The cable is movably arranged through the conveying channel.

[0008] In another preferred embodiment, it further includes: a plurality of driven mechanisms, each of which is arranged close to a driving mechanism, and each of the driven mechanisms has a supporting portion, and the supporting portion is in contact with the outer wall of the cable.

[0009] In another preferred embodiment, the driven mechanism includes a driven shaft and two second swash plates. The driven shaft is rotatably mounted on the guide frame. The two second swash plates are both arranged on the driven shaft. On one side of the two second swash plates close to each other, a second conical toroidal surface is formed. The two second conical toroidal surfaces together form the supporting portion, and the two second conical toroidal surfaces are both in contact with the outer wall of the cable.

[0010] In another preferred embodiment, a first sprocket is arranged on the output shaft, and a second sprocket is arranged on the driven shaft. The first sprocket and the second sprocket are connected by a chain drive.

[0011] In another preferred embodiment, it further includes a plurality of pressurizing mechanisms. The plurality of pressurizing mechanisms are sequentially arranged along the length direction of the conveying channel. Each driving mechanism has a force-applying surface, and the force-applying surface is used to contact the outer wall of the cable and apply a pressure. The pressure causes the cable to tend to approach the driving mechanism.

[0012] In another preferred embodiment, the plurality of driving mechanisms are all arranged on the upper side of the conveying channel, and the plurality of pressurizing mechanisms are all arranged on the lower side of the conveying channel.

[0013] In another preferred embodiment, the pressurizing mechanism includes a base, a pressure device, and a pressure wheel. The base is fixedly arranged on the guide frame. The pressure device is arranged on the base. The pressure wheel is arranged at the output end of the pressure device, and the pressure device is used to provide the pressure.

[0014] In another preferred embodiment, the pressure device is an airbag, and the airbag is fixedly arranged between the base and the pressure wheel.

[0015] In another preferred embodiment, the guide frame includes two guide plates and a plurality of connecting pipes. The two guide plates are arranged in parallel, and a conveying channel is formed between the two guide plates. Two ends of each connecting pipe are respectively fixedly connected to the two guide plates.

[0016] In another preferred embodiment, a plurality of first holes are formed in the guide plate, and one end of the output shaft away from the driver is mounted in the first holes through a first bearing seat.

[0017] Due to the adoption of the above technical solutions, the positive effects of the present utility model compared with the prior art are:

[0018] By applying the present utility model, a cable laying system capable of changing the traction direction of a cable is provided, which is particularly suitable for submarine cable laying operations. The overall occupied volume is relatively small, which is beneficial to the installation of the cable laying system on a cable laying ship. Further, the labor intensity of personnel is reduced, and the construction efficiency of the cable is improved. Description of the Drawings

[0019] Figure 1 Figure 1 is the first overall schematic diagram of a cable laying system with a chute function according to the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 Figure 2 is the second overall schematic diagram of a cable laying system with a chute function according to the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 Figure 3 is the schematic diagram of the guide frame of a cable laying system with a chute function according to the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 4 Figure 4 is the schematic diagram of the drive mechanism of a cable laying system with a chute function according to the present utility model;

[0023] Figure 5 Figure 5 is the schematic diagram of the driven mechanism of a cable laying system with a chute function according to the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 6 Figure 6 is the schematic diagram of the pressurizing mechanism of a cable laying system with a chute function according to the present utility model.

[0025] In the drawings:

[0026] 1. Guide frame; 2. Conveyor channel; 3. Input end; 4. Output end; 5. Drive mechanism; 6. Driver; 7. Output shaft; 8. First swash plate; 9. First conical ring surface; 10. Driven mechanism; 11. Driven shaft; 12. Second swash plate; 13. Second conical ring surface; 14. First sprocket; 15. Second sprocket; 16. Pressurizing mechanism; 17. Base; 18. Pressure device; 19. Pressing wheel; 20. Guide plate; 21. Connecting pipe; 22. First hole; 23. Second hole; 24. Second bearing seat; 25. Third hole; 26. First bearing seat. Detailed Embodiments

[0027] Next, the technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described in conjunction with the drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are some, but not all, of the embodiments of the present utility model. All other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative efforts shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0028] In the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by terms such as "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "inner", "outer", "front", "rear", "lateral", "vertical", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings. It is only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and does not indicate or imply that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation. Therefore, it should not be construed as a limitation to the present utility model.

[0029] It should be specifically noted that "horizontal" and "vertical" in the present utility model are used to illustrate the approximate positional relationship, rather than the strict "horizontal plane" or "vertical plane".

[0030] As Figures 1 to 6 shown, a cable laying system with a chute function in a preferred embodiment is shown, including: a guiding frame 1, a conveying channel 2 is formed on the guiding frame 1, the conveying channel 2 is arranged in an arc shape along the horizontal direction, the conveying channel 2 has an input end 3 and an output end 4, and the horizontal height of the input end 3 is greater than the horizontal height of the output end 4; a plurality of driving mechanisms 5, each driving mechanism 5 is connected to the guiding frame 1, and the plurality of driving mechanisms 5 are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the conveying channel 2; wherein, the driving mechanism 5 includes: a driver 6, an output shaft 7 and two first swash plates 8, the driver 6 is connected to the guiding frame 1, the output end 4 of the driver 6 is connected to the output shaft 7, the two first swash plates 8 are both arranged on the output shaft 7, a first conical ring surface 9 is formed on each side of the two first swash plates 8 close to each other, and the two first conical ring surfaces 9 are both in contact with the outer wall of a cable to be conveyed, and the cable is movably arranged through the conveying channel 2. Further, the cable can enter the cable laying system from the upper end of the guiding frame 1, that is, the input end 3 of the conveying channel 2, and under the drive of the driving mechanism 5, the first conical ring surface 9 of the first swash plate 8 is in contact with the cable and the cable moves along the arc guiding direction of the conveying channel 2.

[0031] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the input end 3 is opened along the vertical direction, and the output end 4 is opened along the horizontal direction.

[0032] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the outer diameter of the side of the two first conical ring surfaces 9 close to each other is smaller than the outer diameter of the side of the two first conical ring surfaces 9 away from each other.

[0033] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the driver 6 is preferably a motor with a speed reducer.

[0034] Further, as a preferred embodiment, it further includes: a plurality of driven mechanisms 10. Each driven mechanism 10 is disposed close to a driving mechanism 5. Each driven mechanism 10 has a supporting portion, and the supporting portion is in contact with the outer wall of the cable. Further, the driven mechanism 10 and the driving mechanism 5 act together on the same side of the cable to convey the cable, which at least plays a role in assisting positioning and applying a traction force to the cable together with the driving mechanism 5 in transmission cooperation. Preferably, a plurality of driving mechanisms 5 and a plurality of driven mechanisms 10 are arranged alternately along the conveying channel 2.

[0035] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the driven mechanism 10 includes: a driven shaft 11 and two second swash plates 12. The driven shaft 11 is rotatably installed on the guiding frame 1. The two second swash plates 12 are both disposed on the driven shaft 11. On one side of the two second swash plates 12 close to each other, a second conical ring surface 13 is formed. The two second conical ring surfaces 13 together form the supporting portion, and the two second conical ring surfaces 13 are both in contact with the outer wall of the cable.

[0036] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the outer diameter of one side of the two second conical ring surfaces 13 close to each other is smaller than the outer diameter of one side of the two second conical ring surfaces 13 away from each other.

[0037] Further, as a preferred embodiment, a first sprocket 14 is disposed on the output shaft 7, and a second sprocket 15 is disposed on the driven shaft 11. The first sprocket 14 and the second sprocket 15 are connected by a chain drive.

[0038] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the first sprocket 14 is preferably fixed on one side of one first swash plate 8 away from the other first swash plate 8. The first sprocket 14 is sleeved on the conveying shaft and does not directly contact.

[0039] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the number of the driving mechanisms 5 and the number of the driven mechanisms 10 are preferably both four.

[0040] Further, as a preferred embodiment, it further includes: a plurality of pressurizing mechanisms 16. The plurality of pressurizing mechanisms 16 are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the conveying channel 2. Each driving mechanism 5 has a force-applying surface, and the force-applying surface is used to contact the outer wall of the cable and apply a pressure. The pressure makes the cable tend to be close to the driving mechanism 5. Further, due to the pressure applied to the cable by the pressurizing mechanism 16, the cable can be pressed against the first conical ring surface 9 and / or the second conical ring surface 13.

[0041] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the above-mentioned conveying channel 2 can be regarded as the channel space in the guiding frame 1 that allows the cable to move. Preferably, the definition of the conveying channel is formed by jointly enclosing a plurality of driving mechanisms 5, a plurality of driven mechanisms 10, and a plurality of pressurizing mechanisms 16.

[0042] Further, as a preferred embodiment, preferably, a total of eight pressing mechanisms 16 are provided.

[0043] Further, as a preferred embodiment, several driving mechanisms 5 are all arranged on the upper side of the conveying channel 2, and several pressing mechanisms 16 are all arranged on the lower side of the conveying channel 2.

[0044] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the pressing mechanism 16 includes: a base 17, a pressure device 18 and a pressing wheel 19. The base 17 is fixedly arranged on the guiding frame 1, the pressure device 18 is arranged on the base 17, the pressing wheel 19 is arranged at the output end 4 of the pressure device 18, and the pressure device 18 is used to provide pressure.

[0045] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the pressing wheel 19 includes: a mounting seat and a roller body. The roller body is rotatably mounted on the mounting seat, and the mounting seat is fixedly arranged on the pressure device 18.

[0046] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the mounting seat can be connected to the guiding frame 1 through a rod-shaped structure.

[0047] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the pressure device 18 is an airbag, and the airbag is fixedly arranged between the base 17 and the pressing wheel 19. Further, the airbag is preferably connectable to a corresponding inflation device through a pipeline, so that the airbag maintains a suitable pressure and presses against the cable after inflation.

[0048] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the airbag is preferably only allowed to expand or contract and deform in a direction perpendicular to the upper surface of the base 17.

[0049] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present invention, and do not limit the implementation manners and protection scope of the present invention accordingly.

[0050] The present invention further has the following implementation manners on the above basis:

[0051] In a further embodiment of the present invention, the guiding frame 1 includes: two guiding plates 20 and several connecting pipes 21. The two guiding plates 20 are arranged in parallel, a conveying channel 2 is formed between the two guiding plates 20, and both ends of each connecting pipe 21 are fixedly connected to the two guiding plates 20 respectively. Further, the connection strength between the two guiding plates 20 is increased through the connecting pipes 21, and the connecting pipes 21 should be avoided from interfering with the movement of the cable by avoiding the conveying channel 2.

[0052] In a further embodiment of the present invention, the guiding plate 20 is a steel wall plate structure.

[0053] In a further embodiment of the present invention, the guiding plate 20 is preferably arranged in a substantially L shape.

[0054] In a further embodiment of the present utility model, a plurality of first holes 22 are formed in the guide plate 20, and one end of the output shaft 7 away from the driver 6 is installed in the first holes 22 through a first bearing seat 26.

[0055] Further, as a preferred embodiment, the driver 6 is preferably arranged outside the guide plate 20, and the output shaft 6 passes through the first holes 22 in another guide plate 20 and extends into the conveying channel 2.

[0056] In a further embodiment of the present utility model, a plurality of second holes 23 are formed in the guide plate 20, and two second bearing seats 24 are respectively installed at both ends of each driven shaft 11, and the two second bearing seats 24 are respectively installed in the two second holes 23 of the two opposite guide plates 20.

[0057] In a further embodiment of the present utility model, a plurality of third holes 25 are formed in the guide plate 20, and the third holes 25 are used for the installation of the base 17.

[0058] The above are only the preferred embodiments of the present utility model, and do not limit the implementation manners and protection scope of the present utility model. For those skilled in the art, it should be realized that all the equivalent replacements and obvious changes made by using the description and drawings of the present utility model should be included in the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A cable laying system with chute function, characterized in that: include: A guide frame, wherein a conveying channel is formed on the guide frame, the conveying channel is arranged in an arc shape along the horizontal direction, the conveying channel has an input end and an output end, and the horizontal height of the input end is greater than the horizontal height of the output end; A plurality of driving mechanisms, each of which is connected to the guide frame, and the plurality of driving mechanisms are sequentially arranged along the length direction of the conveying channel; Wherein, the driving mechanism includes: a driver, an output shaft and two first swash plates, the driver is connected to the guide frame, the output end of the driver is connected to the output shaft, the two first swash plates are both arranged on the output shaft, a first conical annular surface is formed on the side where the two first swash plates are close to each other, the two first conical annular surfaces are in contact with the outer wall of a cable to be transported, and the cable is movably arranged to pass through the transport channel.

2. The cable laying system with chute function according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: A plurality of driven mechanisms, each of which is arranged close to a driving mechanism, and each of which has a supporting portion, and the supporting portion contacts the outer wall of the cable.

3. The cable laying system with chute function according to claim 2, characterized in that: The driven mechanism includes: a driven shaft and two second swash plates, the driven shaft is rotatably mounted on the guide frame, the two second swash plates are both arranged on the driven shaft, a second conical annular surface is formed on the side of the two second swash plates close to each other, the two second conical annular surfaces jointly form the supporting portion, and the two second conical annular surfaces are both in contact with the outer wall of the cable.

4. The cable laying system with chute function according to claim 3, characterized in that: The output shaft is provided with a first sprocket, the driven shaft is provided with a second sprocket, and the first sprocket and the second sprocket are connected via a chain transmission.

5. The cable laying system with chute function according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also includes: A plurality of pressurizing mechanisms are arranged in sequence along the length direction of the conveying channel, and each of the driving mechanisms has a force-applying surface, which is used to contact the outer wall of the cable and apply a pressure, and the pressure makes the cable tend to approach the driving mechanism.

6. The cable laying system with chute function according to claim 5, characterized in that: The plurality of driving mechanisms are all arranged on the upper side of the conveying channel, and the plurality of pressurizing mechanisms are all arranged on the lower side of the conveying channel.

7. The cable laying system with chute function according to claim 5, characterized in that: The pressurizing mechanism comprises: a base, a pressure device and a pressure wheel. The base is fixedly arranged on the guide frame, the pressure device is arranged on the base, the pressure wheel is arranged at the output end of the pressure device, and the pressure device is used to provide the pressure.

8. The cable laying system with chute function according to claim 7, characterized in that: The pressure device is an air bag, and the air bag is fixedly arranged between the base and the pressure wheel.

9. The cable laying system with chute function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The guide frame comprises: two guide plates and a plurality of connecting pipes. The two guide plates are arranged in parallel, the conveying channel is formed between the two guide plates, and the two ends of each connecting pipe are fixedly connected to the two guide plates respectively.

10. The cable laying system with chute function according to claim 9, characterized in that: The guide plate is provided with a plurality of first holes, and one end of the output shaft away from the driver is installed in the first hole through a first bearing seat.

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