Phased array ultrasonic detection pipeline scanning device

The self-propelled scanning mechanism with automatic probe adjustment and clamping ensures accurate weld detection on curved pipes by eliminating manual handling and fixing issues, enhancing detection precision and efficiency.

CN223107735UActive Publication Date: 2025-07-15ZHEJIANG GANGXIN DETECTION TECH
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Application Number
CN202422260549.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-09-14
Publication Date
2025-07-15
Estimated Expiration
2034-09-14

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Technical Problem

The existing phased array ultrasonic detection pipeline scanning device is difficult to fix on curved pipes, and manually pushing the scanning rack can easily lead to deviation of the detection results and errors.

Method used

A device including the detection device body, the detection probe, the track ring, the movable assembly and the clamping assembly is designed. The motor drive gear transmission drives the moving frame and the detection probe to move around the track ring, and is fixed to the pipe in conjunction with the clamping assembly to ensure that the detection probe is in the optimal position and avoid deviation.

Benefits of technology

It realizes high-precision automatic detection on curved pipes, reduces detection errors, adapts to pipes of different diameters, and is simple and convenient to operate.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of phased array ultrasonic detection, in particular to a phased array ultrasonic detection pipeline scanning device which comprises a detection equipment body, a detection probe and a track ring, and the track ring is provided with a movable assembly used for carrying the detection probe for automatic detection. The movable assembly comprises a movable frame arranged on the track ring and used for driving the detection probe to move, and two pulleys and a transmission part used for driving the movable frame to move are arranged between the movable frame and the track ring. By arranging the movable assembly, the motor can be started to drive the gear to rotate on the gear ring, the movable frame does circular motion on the track ring under the cooperation of the guide groove and the pulley, and the detection probe is driven by the long bolt and the electric push rod to move and scan on a welding seam on the surface of a pipeline, so that the welding seam is detected; the long bolt is arranged, so that the position of the detection probe is adjusted under the action of the guide rod and the electric push rod in the rotating process, and the position of the detection probe is located at the optimal welding seam detection position.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of phased array ultrasonic testing, in particular to a phased array ultrasonic testing pipeline scanning device. Background Technique

[0002] Phased array ultrasonic testing is an advanced ultrasonic testing method, which is based on the principle of wave physics and draws on the idea of radar electromagnetic wave phased array technology. This technology realizes the detection and evaluation of internal defects of objects by controlling the emission and reception modes of ultrasonic waves. In order to ensure that the performance of the pipeline meets the usage and safety requirements, after the pipeline welding and installation are completed, the overall pipeline needs to be subjected to weld inspection. Therefore, during the weld inspection process, a phased array ultrasonic testing pipeline scanning device is required to detect the weld condition, so as to inspect whether there are pores, incomplete penetration, and lack of fusion in the welded part of the pipeline, and to grade the engineering quality of the pipeline.

[0003] In the actual use process of most existing phased array ultrasonic testing pipeline scanning devices, generally, staff place the phased array detection equipment on the pipeline. During the process of the flaw detector operator pushing the scanning frame, the detection probe detects the pipeline weld, and the detection result is observed in real time by operating the display screen, so as to inspect the pipeline weld condition. However, due to the curved surface structure of the pipeline, it is difficult to fix the equipment, and the method of manually pushing the scanning frame to drive the probe for detection is prone to deviation, resulting in errors in the detection result.

[0004] Therefore, a phased array ultrasonic testing pipeline scanning device is proposed. Content of the Utility Model

[0005] The purpose of the utility model is to provide a phased array ultrasonic testing pipeline scanning device to solve the problem that in the actual use process of most existing phased array ultrasonic testing pipeline scanning devices, generally, staff place the phased array detection equipment on the pipeline. During the process of the flaw detector operator pushing the scanning frame, the detection probe detects the pipeline weld, and the detection result is observed in real time by operating the display screen, so as to inspect the pipeline weld condition. However, due to the curved surface structure of the pipeline, it is difficult to fix the equipment, and the method of manually pushing the scanning frame to drive the probe for detection is prone to deviation, resulting in errors in the detection result as mentioned in the above background technique.

[0006] To achieve the above object, the utility model provides the following technical solution: A phased array ultrasonic detection pipeline scanning device, including a detection device body, a detection probe and an orbital ring. An activity component for automatically detecting by carrying the detection probe is provided on the orbital ring. The activity component includes a moving frame provided on the orbital ring for driving the movement of the detection probe. Between the moving frame and the orbital ring, there are two pulleys and a transmission member for driving the activity of the moving frame. A clamping component for fixing the orbital ring on the pipeline is also provided on one side of the orbital ring.

[0007] Preferably, a guiding groove for the movement of the moving frame is provided on the orbital ring. The two pulleys are respectively slidably connected in the guiding groove and at the edge of the orbital ring, and both pulleys are rotatably connected to the moving frame.

[0008] Preferably, the transmission member includes a motor, a gear and a gear ring. The motor is fixedly installed on the moving frame. The gear is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor. The gear ring is fixedly installed on the orbital ring, and the gear ring meshes with the gear.

[0009] Preferably, a long bolt and a guide rod for adjusting the position of the detection probe are provided on the moving frame. The long bolt is threadedly connected to the moving frame, and the guide rod is slidably connected to the moving frame.

[0010] Preferably, a connecting block is rotatably connected to the end of the long bolt, and the connecting block is fixedly connected to the guide rod. An electric push rod is fixedly installed on the connecting block, and the detection probe is fixedly installed on the electric push rod.

[0011] Preferably, the detection device body is fixedly installed on the orbital ring. A short rod is rotatably connected to the moving frame. A limiting groove for cooperating with the short rod to limit the movement of the moving frame is provided on the orbital ring, and the short rod is slidably connected in the limiting groove.

[0012] Preferably, the clamping component includes a clamping frame, a sliding groove, a clamping plate and a threaded rod. The clamping frame is fixedly connected to the orbital ring. The sliding groove is opened in the clamping frame, and the clamping plate is slidably connected in the sliding groove. The threaded rod is threadedly connected in the clamping plate.

[0013] Preferably, the clamping plate is provided with an arc shape, and an anti-slip pad is provided on the arc shape.

[0014] The beneficial effects of the utility model:

[0015] 1. The utility model enables the starting motor to drive the gear to rotate on the gear ring by setting the movable component. Under the cooperation of the guiding groove and the pulley, the moving frame makes a circular motion on the track ring, and drives the detection probe to move and scan on the weld of the pipe surface through the long bolt and the electric push rod, so as to detect the weld. The setting of the long bolt enables it to adjust the position of the detection probe under the action of the guide rod and the electric push rod during the rotation process, so that its position is at the best detection position of the weld. The whole device is simple and convenient to operate, without the need for staff to manually push the scanning frame to drive the probe for detection, avoiding the situation that it is easy to deviate and cause errors in the detection results.

[0016] 2. The utility model enables the rotating threaded rod to drive the clamping plate to gradually approach the pipe by setting the clamping component, so as to clamp and complete the fixation of the whole device on the pipe. The device is limited and fixed, so that it is not easy to deviate in position during the subsequent detection process, thus facilitating the detection. At the same time, the clamping plate can be moved and adjusted to be suitable for pipes with different diameters, so that the whole device has an adjustment space when dealing with pipes with different diameters. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the present utility model or the prior art, the following will briefly introduce the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments or the prior art. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only those of the present utility model. For those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can also be obtained based on these drawings without creative efforts.

[0018] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a phased array ultrasonic detection pipeline scanning device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 It is a Figure 1 magnified structural schematic diagram of part A in a phased array ultrasonic detection pipeline scanning device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the sectional structure of the track ring of a phased array ultrasonic detection pipeline scanning device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the track ring structure of a phased array ultrasonic detection pipeline scanning device according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the moving frame structure of a phased array ultrasonic detection pipeline scanning device according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] The labels in the figure are: 1, the main body of the detection device; 2, the detection probe; 3, the track ring; 4, the moving frame; 5, the pulley; 6, the guide groove; 7, the motor; 8, the gear; 9, the gear ring; 10, the long bolt; 11, the guide rod; 12, the connecting block; 13, the electric push rod; 14, the short rod; 15, the limiting groove; 16, the clamping frame; 17, the sliding groove; 18, the clamping plate; 19, the threaded rod. Specific embodiments

[0024] In order to make the objectives, technical solutions and advantages of the present utility model more clear and understandable, the following further elaborates on the present utility model in detail in conjunction with specific embodiments.

[0025] It should be noted that, unless otherwise defined, the technical terms or scientific terms used in the present utility model should have the ordinary meanings understood by those with ordinary skills in the field to which the present utility model belongs. The "first", "second" and similar terms used in the present utility model do not denote any order, quantity or importance, but are only used to distinguish different components. The terms such as "including" or "comprising" mean that the elements or objects appearing before this word cover the elements or objects listed after this word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. The terms such as "connected" or "linked" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but may include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. The terms such as "upper", "lower", "left" and "right" are only used to represent relative positional relationships, and when the absolute position of the object being described changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.

[0026] As Figures 1 to 5 shown, a phased array ultrasonic pipeline scanning device provided by a specific embodiment of the present utility model includes a detection device main body 1, a detection probe 2 and a track ring 3. An activity component for automatically detecting by carrying the detection probe 2 is provided on the track ring 3. By setting the activity component, the detection probe 2 can be driven to automatically move and detect during the pipeline detection process, without the need for staff to manually push the scanning frame to drive the movement of the detection probe 2, thereby making the detection more accurate and with smaller errors. The activity component includes a moving frame 4 provided on the track ring 3 for driving the movement of the detection probe 2. Two pulleys 5 and a transmission member for driving the movement of the moving frame 4 are provided between the moving frame 4 and the track ring 3. By setting the transmission member, the moving frame 4 can be driven to move, so as to facilitate the moving frame 4 to drive the detection probe 2 to move. It also includes a clamping component provided on one side of the track ring 3 for fixing the track ring 3 on the pipeline. By setting the clamping component, when the entire device is used for detection, the track ring 3 can be clamped and fixed on the pipeline, that is, the entire device is fixed on the curved pipeline, facilitating subsequent detection.

[0027] As Figure 1 and Figure 4As shown in the figure, specifically, the clamping assembly includes a clamping frame 16, a sliding groove 17, a clamping plate 18, and a threaded rod 19. The clamping frame 16 is fixedly connected to the track ring 3. The sliding groove 17 is formed in the clamping frame 16, and the clamping plate 18 is slidably connected in the sliding groove 17. The threaded rod 19 is threadedly connected to the clamping plate 18. The clamping plate 18 is provided with an arc shape, and an anti-slip pad is provided on the arc shape. When detecting a pipeline, the entire device is placed on the pipeline, so that the pipeline passes through the track ring 3 and is located between the clamping plates 18. Rotate the threaded rod 19 to make the clamping plate 18 move towards the middle in the sliding groove 17 and gradually press against the outer wall of the pipeline, thereby clamping the pipeline. At this time, the clamping of the pipeline by the clamping plate 18 completes the limit fixation of the track ring 3 on the pipeline, that is, completes the clamping and fixation of the entire device on the pipeline. The threaded rod 19 is selected as a bidirectional threaded rod, so that the clamping plate 18 can move towards the middle or move towards both sides respectively when it rotates. The arc shape setting enables better fitting with the outer wall of the pipeline, making the fixation effect better. The clamping plate 18 is adjustable, further enabling the entire device to be fixed on pipelines with different diameters, so that there is an adjustable space for the clamping plate 18 for pipelines with different diameters, thus facilitating the limit fixation of the device.

[0028] As Figure 2 and Figure 4 shown in the figure, specifically, the moving frame 4 is provided with a long bolt 10 and a guide rod 11 for adjusting the position of the detection probe 2. The long bolt 10 is threadedly connected to the moving frame 4, and the guide rod 11 is slidably connected to the moving frame 4. The end of the long bolt 10 is rotatably connected to a connecting block 12, and the connecting block 12 is fixedly connected to the guide rod 11. An electric push rod 13 is fixedly installed on the connecting block 12, and the detection probe 2 is fixedly installed on the electric push rod 13. After the device is fixed, by starting the electric push rod 13 to drive the detection probe 2 to gradually approach the pipeline. At the same time, rotate the long bolt 10. With the cooperation of the guide rod 11, the long bolt 10 moves on the moving frame 4 and pushes the connecting block 12 to move, thereby pushing the electric push rod 13 on the connecting block 12 and the detection probe 2 at the bottom to move, and then specifically adjusting the position of the detection probe 2 according to the position of the weld on the pipeline, so that the position where the detection probe 2 is located is the best detection position.

[0029] As Figures 1 to 5As shown in the figure, specifically, a guiding groove 6 for the movement of the moving frame 4 is provided on the track ring 3. Two pulleys 5 are respectively slidably connected in the guiding groove 6 and at the edge of the track ring 3, and both pulleys 5 are rotatably connected to the moving frame 4. The transmission member includes a motor 7, a gear 8, and a gear ring 9. The motor 7 is fixedly installed on the moving frame 4, the gear 8 is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor 7, the gear ring 9 is fixedly installed on the track ring 3, and the gear ring 9 meshes with the gear 8. The detection device body 1 is fixedly installed on the track ring 3. A short rod 14 is rotatably connected to the moving frame 4. A limiting groove 15 for cooperating with the short rod 14 to limit the movement of the moving frame 4 is formed on the track ring 3, and the short rod 14 is slidably connected in the limiting groove 15. After adjusting the position of the detection probe 2, the motor 7 is started to drive the gear 8 to rotate. Thus, the gear 8 meshes and rotates on the gear ring 9. Furthermore, under the cooperative action of the pulleys 5 and the guiding groove 6, the moving frame 4 moves on the track ring 3. The pulleys 5 slide in the guiding groove 6, and the short rod 14 slides in the limiting groove 15. Thus, the limiting groove 15 is used to exert a limiting effect on the moving frame 4. The movement of the moving frame 4 on the track ring 3 drives the detection probe 2 to move through components such as long bolts 10. The entire movement process is a circular movement, so that the detection probe 2 follows a circular motion, and then the welds on the pipeline are detected. The detection probe 2 is connected to the detection device body 1 through a wire. The detection situation of the weld can be observed in real time through the detection device body 1. After rotating one week, the motor 7 can be reversely driven so that the moving frame 4 can move reversely for detection again. During the process of rotating one week and then rotating reversely, the movement of the wire between the detection probe 2 and the detection device body 1 does not cause entanglement or other effects on the device. After the detection is completed, the threaded rod 19 is rotated reversely so that the clamping plate 18 is separated from the outer wall of the pipeline, and then the entire device can be removed.

[0030] Those of ordinary skill in the art should understand that the discussion of any embodiment above is only exemplary, and is not intended to imply that the scope of the present invention (including the claims) is limited to these examples; under the concept of the present invention, the technical features in the above embodiments or different embodiments can also be combined, and the steps can be implemented in any order, and there are many other variations in different aspects of the present invention as described above. For the sake of brevity, they are not provided in detail.

[0031] The present invention aims to cover all such substitutions, modifications, and variations that fall within the broad scope of the appended claims. Therefore, any omission, modification, equivalent substitution, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present invention shall be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A phased array ultrasonic testing pipeline scanning device, comprising a testing equipment body (1), a testing probe (2) and an orbital ring (3), characterized in that, An active component for automatically detecting by carrying a detection probe (2) is provided on the track ring (3). The active component includes a moving frame (4) provided on the track ring (3) for driving the detection probe (2) to move. Two pulleys (5) and a transmission member for driving the moving frame (4) to move are provided between the moving frame (4) and the track ring (3). It further includes a clamping component provided on one side of the track ring (3) for fixing the track ring (3) on a pipeline.

2. The phased array ultrasonic inspection pipeline scanning device according to claim 1, wherein A guiding groove (6) for the movement of the moving frame (4) is provided on the track ring (3). The two pulleys (5) are respectively slidably connected in the guiding groove (6) and at the edge of the track ring (3), and both pulleys (5) are rotatably connected to the moving frame (4).

3. The phased array ultrasonic inspection pipeline scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transmission member includes a motor (7), a gear (8) and a gear ring (9). The motor (7) is fixedly installed on the moving frame (4). The gear (8) is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor (7). The gear ring (9) is fixedly installed on the track ring (3), and the gear ring (9) meshes with the gear (8).

4. The phased array ultrasonic inspection pipeline scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, A long bolt (10) and a guide rod (11) for adjusting the position of the detection probe (2) are provided on the moving frame (4). The long bolt (10) is threadedly connected to the moving frame (4), and the guide rod (11) is slidably connected to the moving frame (4).

5. The phased array ultrasonic inspection pipeline scanning device according to claim 4, wherein The end of the long bolt (10) is rotatably connected to a connecting block (12), and the connecting block (12) is fixedly connected to the guide rod (11). An electric push rod (13) is fixedly installed on the connecting block (12), and the detection probe (2) is fixedly installed on the electric push rod (13).

6. The phased array ultrasonic inspection pipeline scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that The detection device body (1) is fixedly installed on the track ring (3). A short rod (14) is rotatably connected to the moving frame (4). A limiting groove (15) for cooperating with the short rod (14) to limit the movement of the moving frame (4) is formed on the track ring (3), and the short rod (14) is slidably connected in the limiting groove (15).

7. The phased array ultrasonic inspection pipeline scanning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The clamping component includes a clamping frame (16), a sliding groove (17), a clamping plate (18) and a threaded rod (19). The clamping frame (16) is fixedly connected to the track ring (3). The sliding groove (17) is formed in the clamping frame (16), and the clamping plate (18) is slidably connected in the sliding groove (17). The threaded rod (19) is threadedly connected in the clamping plate (18).

8. The phased array ultrasonic inspection pipeline scanning device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The clamping plate (18) is provided with an arc shape, and an anti-slip pad is provided on the arc shape.

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