Novel amphibious ship

Abstract

The utility model provides a novel amphibious ship which comprises a ship body and walking crawlers and has a water walking state in which the walking crawlers rise and a land walking state in which the walking crawlers fall, the walking crawlers are arranged on the two sides of the ship body, each side is provided with two walking crawlers, and a connecting support is arranged between the walking crawlers on the same side. An inflation contraction layer is arranged in the connecting support, expands in the water walking state and retracts in the land walking state. The connecting supports are arranged between the walking tracks, on one hand, the front walking track and the rear walking track can be connected into a whole, and the hull structure is more compact; on the other hand, the arrangement of the connecting bracket can improve the synchronism when the two walking crawler belts are adjusted and lifted; moreover, the inflatable contraction layer is arranged in the connecting support and can expand in the underwater state, the buoyancy of the whole ship is improved, and the movement effect in the underwater state is further improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of ship equipment, and in particular to a new type of amphibious ship. Background Art

[0002] The operating environment of traditional ships is limited to water. They do not have amphibious capabilities, cannot move on land, and do not have the ability to go down the river and ashore on their own. They need to use trucks, cranes and other transfer equipment to achieve transfer between land and water. There are problems such as time-consuming and labor-intensive transfer operations and high labor costs. In order to enable ships to operate on land, some amphibious ships have begun to appear in existing technologies.

[0003] Amphibious vehicles possess the characteristics of both vehicles and ships, capable of traveling on land and sailing in water. With the advancement of science and technology, the design and functionality of vehicles are becoming increasingly diverse. Demand for amphibious vehicles is increasing, particularly in areas such as outdoor exploration and military transport. Traditional amphibious vehicles often utilize tires or tracks for land propulsion. However, switching between these two types of vehicles, particularly with track configurations, can often cause the hull to tilt due to asynchrony. Furthermore, multiple slots are required to raise and lower the tracks, which often compromise the overall buoyancy of the hull.

[0004] Therefore, the existing technology needs to be further improved and enhanced. Utility Model Content

[0005] The present application provides a new type of amphibious vessel to solve the problems in the prior art, such as the inconvenience of switching between land and water, the easy impact of the tracks on buoyancy when in water, and the poor synchronization of track adjustment and retraction.

[0006] The technical solutions adopted in this application are:

[0007] The present application provides a new type of amphibious vessel, which includes a hull and walking tracks, and has a water-based state in which the walking tracks are raised and a land-based state in which the walking tracks are lowered. The walking tracks are arranged on both sides of the hull, with two on each side. A connecting bracket is provided between the walking tracks on the same side, and an inflatable contraction layer is provided inside the connecting bracket. The inflatable contraction layer expands in the water-based state and retracts in the land-based state.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the present application, the side wall of the connecting bracket is provided with a long groove, an inflatable shrinkage layer is integrated inside the long groove, the long groove is detachably provided with a first protective plate, and a plurality of inflatable holes are provided on the outer edge of the inflatable shrinkage layer.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the present application, the side wall of the connecting bracket is provided with a long groove, an inflation shrinkage layer is integrated inside the long groove, the long groove is detachably provided with a first protective plate, the first protective plate is adapted to the long groove, an air pump and a motor are provided inside the connecting bracket, one end of the air pump is connected to the inflation shrinkage layer, and the other end is connected to the air inlet of the outer wall of the connecting bracket.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the present application, a second protective plate is detachably connected to the outer side of the air inlet, a dustproof net is provided between the second protective plate and the air inlet, and the dustproof net is detachably connected to the inner side wall of the air inlet.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the present application, the forward ends of the walking tracks in the land state have an inclination angle with the ground, the inclination angle is 30°-50°, and the height of the tracks in the water state is higher than the waterline of the hull.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the present application, the side wall of the hull is provided with an installation groove, and a lifting assembly is provided in the installation groove. The number of the installation grooves matches the number and position of the walking tracks and is connected to the walking tracks. A connecting bracket is connected between two adjacent lifting assemblies on the same side.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the present application, the lifting assembly includes a telescopic cylinder and a flip leg. The telescopic cylinder is hingedly set on the inner top wall of the mounting groove, and the flip leg is hingedly set on the inner side wall. The other end of the telescopic cylinder is connected to the part of the flip leg close to the walking track.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of the present application, a protective window is provided above the bow end of the hull, a propulsion cabin is provided at the stern end of the hull, and a power assembly is provided in the propulsion cabin.

[0015] As a preferred embodiment of the present application, the power assembly includes an engine and a transfer case, and the transfer case is capable of transmitting power to a water jet propulsion system or a hydraulic transmission system.

[0016] Due to the adoption of the above technical solution, the technical effects achieved by this application are:

[0017] 1. The present application provides a novel amphibious vessel. By providing a connecting bracket between the walking tracks, the front and rear walking tracks can be connected into a whole, making the hull structure more compact. On the other hand, the provision of the connecting bracket can improve the synchronization of the two walking tracks during adjustment and lifting. Moreover, by providing an inflatable contraction layer inside the connecting bracket, the vessel can expand in a water-moving state, thereby increasing the buoyancy of the entire vessel and further improving the movement effect in the water-moving state.

[0018] 2. As a preferred embodiment of the present application, the present application provides a long groove on the side wall of the connecting bracket to ensure that the inflatable contraction layer can protrude from the connecting bracket when inflated, thereby better increasing the buoyancy; and, by providing a first protective plate, the interior of the long groove can be shielded when in the land state, reducing the entry of mud, sand and debris into the long groove, thereby protecting the inflatable contraction layer.

[0019] 3. As a preferred embodiment of the present application, the present application can directly adopt an external small air pump to inflate the inflatable shrinkage layer, set an inflation hole on the outside of the inflatable shrinkage layer, and connect an external small air pump for inflation. The structure is simple and the operation is relatively convenient. In addition, multiple inflation ports can be set on the surface of the inflatable shrinkage layer to facilitate finding the inflation port for inflation, thereby further optimizing the use experience. Of course, the motor and air pump can also be built into the connecting bracket, and there is no need to connect the air pump additionally when in use. The degree of intelligence and automation is higher, and a dustproof net can be set at the air inlet of the air pump to reduce the entry of impurities and dust into the air pump during inhalation, thereby improving the reliability of the air pump and the inflatable shrinkage layer. In addition, a second protective plate is set on the outside of the air inlet, which has the same effect as the first protective plate and can further improve the protection of the internal structure of the connecting bracket when on land.

[0020] 4. As a preferred embodiment of the present application, the present application sets a specific inclination angle between the forward end of the walking track and the ground, which facilitates climbing and passability on mountain roads, and sets the walking track to be higher than the waterline of the entire ship after flipping, that is, the walking track is above the water surface, so that when the hull is sailing in seawater, the resistance generated by the walking track when moving in the water is reduced.

[0021] 5. As a preferred embodiment of the present application, the present application adjusts the overall walking track up and down by setting a lifting assembly including a telescopic cylinder and a flip leg. The operation is convenient and the structure is simple. The telescopic cylinder controlled by the hydraulic system moves more smoothly, which reduces the shaking generated during adjustment and thus ensures the stability of operation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0022] The drawings described herein are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention and constitute a part of the present invention. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present application and do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention. In the drawings:

[0023] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the overall structure of an amphibious vessel in water-based state provided in this application;

[0024] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the front structure of an amphibious vessel in water-based state provided by this application;

[0025] Figure 3 A schematic structural diagram of an amphibious vessel in a land-based state provided in this application;

[0026] Figure 4 A top view of an amphibious vessel provided in this application in a land-based state;

[0027] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the front structure of an amphibious vessel provided in this application in a land-based state;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting bracket structure in Example 2 provided in this application;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting bracket structure in Example 1 provided in this application.

[0030] Reference numerals:

[0031] 10 hull; 11 propulsion compartment; 111 engine; 112 transfer case; 12 seat; 13 driving platform; 14 protective window; 15 installation slot;

[0032] 20 walking tracks;

[0033] 30 connecting bracket; 31 inflatable shrink layer; 32 long groove; 33 first protective plate; 34 inflation hole; 35 second protective plate; 36 air inlet; 37 dust screen; 38 motor; 39 air pump;

[0034] 40 lifting assembly; 41 telescopic cylinder; 42 flip leg. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0035] In order to more clearly illustrate the overall concept of the present application, a detailed description is given below in an illustrative manner in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0036] In the following description, many specific details are set forth to facilitate a full understanding of the present application. However, the present application may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present application is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0037] In addition, in the description of the present application, it should be understood that the terms "top", "bottom", "inside", "outside", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships, are based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they cannot be understood as limitations on the present application.

[0038] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified or limited, terms such as "installed," "connected," "connect," and "fixed" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, they may refer to fixed connection, detachable connection, or integration; mechanical connection, electrical connection, or communication; direct connection or indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and internal communication between two components or interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art will understand the specific meanings of the above terms in this application based on specific circumstances.

[0039] In this application, unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, a first feature "above" or "below" a second feature may be that the first and second features are in direct contact, or the first and second features are in indirect contact through an intermediate medium. In the description of this specification, the description with reference to the terms "one embodiment", "some embodiments", "example", "specific example" or "some examples" means that the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described in conjunction with the embodiment or example are included in at least one embodiment or example of the present application. In this specification, the schematic representation of the above terms does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Moreover, the specific features, structures, materials or characteristics described may be combined in an appropriate manner in any one or more embodiments or examples.

[0040] like Figures 1 to 7 As shown, the present application provides a new type of amphibious vessel, which includes a hull 10 and a walking track 20, and has a water-based state in which the walking track 20 is raised and a land-based state in which the walking track 20 is lowered. The walking tracks 20 are arranged on both sides of the hull 10, with two on each side. A connecting bracket 30 is provided between the walking tracks 20 on the same side, and an inflatable contraction layer 31 is provided inside the connecting bracket 30. The inflatable contraction layer 31 expands in the water-based state and retracts in the land-based state.

[0041] like Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, it can be seen that a protective window 14 is provided above the head end of the hull 10, and a propulsion cabin 11 is provided at the tail end of the hull 10. The propulsion cabin 11 is provided with a power component. The power component may include an engine 111 and a transfer case 112. The transfer case 112 can transmit power to the water jet propulsion or the hydraulic transmission system to ensure sufficient power when sailing in water and on land. When sailing in water, the power transmission route is the engine 111, the transfer case 112, and the water jet propulsion, so that the water jet propulsion provides propulsion and improves the efficiency of water navigation. When moving on land, the power transmission route is the engine 111, the transfer case 112, the closed variable pump, the hydraulic motor and the track, to provide power to the track through the hydraulic system. Of course, the hydraulic system can also provide power for the lifting and lowering of the track, which is convenient for switching between the water state and the land state.

[0042] It is understandable that the prior art is relatively mature for equipment such as closed variable displacement pumps, hydraulic motors, transfer cases, engines 111 and water jet propulsion systems, and therefore this application does not provide a detailed description of the power transmission structure.

[0043] Furthermore, if Figure 4 As shown, it can be seen that a plurality of seats 12 are provided inside the hull 10, and the start and stop of the inflatable contraction layer 31 can be adjusted according to the number of passengers.

[0044] The present application has a variety of different configurations for the inflation method of the inflatable contraction layer 31 and the structure of the connecting bracket 30. For ease of understanding, the present application will be described using the following two embodiments:

[0045] Example 1:

[0046] In this embodiment, if Figure 7 As shown, the side wall of the connecting bracket 30 is provided with a long groove 32, an inflatable shrink layer 31 is integrated inside the long groove 32, a first protective plate 33 is detachably provided on the long groove 32, and a plurality of inflatable holes 34 are provided on the outer edge of the inflatable shrink layer 31.

[0047] It is understandable that since the inflatable shrinkage layer 31 is contracted in the long groove 32 when it is not inflated, the inflatable shrinkage cabin may move joltingly due to the movement in the land state. Therefore, multiple inflation holes 34 are provided to facilitate the user to find the inflation position more quickly when inflating it through an external small air pump 39.

[0048] Furthermore, in order to facilitate the opening and closing of the first protective plate 33 when switching between walking states, the connecting bracket 30 can be arranged to be rotatable. Of course, a locking buckle can be provided at the rotating position to position it so as to better find the inflation position.

[0049] Of course, for the multiple inflation holes 34, the present application provides good sealing performance at the inflation port that is not inflated. Its structure and sealing effect can refer to the inflation port of a common inflatable cushion or inflatable boat.

[0050] Example 2:

[0051] In this embodiment, if Figure 6 Different from the first embodiment, an air pump 39 and a motor 38 are provided inside the connecting bracket 30 of this embodiment. One end of the air pump 39 is connected to the inflation and contraction layer 31 , and the other end is connected to the air inlet 36 on the outer wall of the connecting bracket 30 .

[0052] It should be noted that for the air pump 39, a small air pump 39 or a handheld air pump 39 commonly available on the market can be used to integrate it into the connecting bracket 30 to improve the integration effect, and for the motor 38, a rechargeable motor 38 can be used to reduce the setting of additional power generating equipment, thereby reducing the overall weight of the hull 10 and facilitating navigation on the water.

[0053] Furthermore, a second protective plate 35 is detachably connected to the outside of the air inlet 36, and a dustproof net 37 is arranged between the second protective plate 35 and the air inlet 36. The dustproof net 37 is detachably connected to the inner wall of the air inlet 36 to reduce the entry of impurities and dust into the air pump 39 during inhalation, thereby improving the reliability of the air pump 39 and the inflation shrinkage layer 31. In addition, a second protective plate 35 is arranged on the outside of the air inlet 36, which has the same effect as the first protective plate 33 and can further improve the protection of the internal structure of the connecting bracket 30 in the land state.

[0054] Of course, both the first protective plate 33 and the second protective plate 35 can be set as a snap-on mechanism or a screw handle loose structure for easy disassembly and placement. In addition, in order to improve the fixing effect, the outer wall of the hull 10 can also be hingedly provided with a locking buckle, so that when the protective plate needs to be removed, the locking buckle can be rotated to remove it. When it needs to be fixed, the locking buckle can be rotated to the surface of the protective plate to improve the positioning effect.

[0055] Whether it is embodiment 1 or embodiment 2, this application can adopt it according to needs, and for the setting method of the inflation shrinkage layer 31, it can also adopt other embodiments. This application does not describe other embodiments in detail here.

[0056] As a preferred embodiment of the present application, Figures 3 to 5 As shown, the forward ends of the walking tracks 20 in the land state have an inclination angle with the ground, and the inclination angle is 30°-50°. The height of the tracks in the water state is higher than the waterline of the hull 10.

[0057] The specific inclination angle facilitates climbing and passing on mountain roads, and by setting the walking track 20 to be higher than the waterline of the entire ship after flipping, that is, the walking track 20 is above the water surface, the resistance generated by the walking track 20 when moving in the water is reduced when the hull 10 is sailing in seawater.

[0058] In a preferred embodiment, Figure 3 As shown, the side wall of the hull 10 is provided with an installation groove 15, and a lifting assembly 40 is provided in the installation groove 15. The number of the installation grooves 15 matches the number and position of the walking tracks 20 and is connected to the walking tracks 20. A connecting bracket 30 is connected between two adjacent lifting assemblies 40 on the same side.

[0059] Specifically, if Figure 2 、 Figure 3 and Figure 5 As shown, the lifting assembly 40 includes a telescopic cylinder 41 and a flip leg 42. The telescopic cylinder 41 is hingedly set on the inner top wall of the installation groove 15, and the flip leg 42 is hingedly set on the inner side wall. The other end of the telescopic cylinder 41 is connected to the part of the flip leg 42 close to the walking track 20.

[0060] That is to say, the telescopic cylinder 41 is driven by the hydraulic system so that it can drive the flip leg 42 to rotate, and then drive the entire walking track 20 to flip, thereby realizing the switching of different motion states; and, as for the connecting bracket 30, it can be arranged at the end of the flip leg 42, that is, at the area where the walking track 20 is connected. On the one hand, it can reduce the direct installation on the track, and the track will spray it with brakes, mud and other dirt when walking. On the other hand, it can reduce the installation structure and installation position left at a single track, simplify the structure, ensure the reliable operation of the walking track 20, and thus reduce the impact between the walking track 20 and the connecting bracket 30.

[0061] Furthermore, regarding the arrangement of the mounting groove 15 and the lifting assembly 40, the connection bracket 30 is provided, so that the synchronization effect and reliability of the lifting are increased, and the size of the mounting groove 15 can be reduced as much as possible, thereby increasing the buoyancy as much as possible.

[0062] In addition, a control console 13 can be provided inside the hull 10, which can control and adjust the movement power, movement state switching, etc. of the entire ship. For its control system and control method, common methods in the existing technology can be adopted, and this application will not be described in detail here.

[0063] Anything not described in this application can be achieved by adopting or drawing on existing technologies.

[0064] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, and the same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referred to each other. Each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments.

[0065] The foregoing is merely an embodiment of the present application and is not intended to limit the present application. For those skilled in the art, the present application may have various changes and variations. Any modifications, equivalent replacements, improvements, etc. made within the spirit and principles of the present application should all be included within the scope of the claims of the present application.

Claims

1. A new type of amphibious ship, characterized by: The amphibious vessel includes a hull and walking tracks, and has a water-based state in which the walking tracks are raised and a land-based state in which the walking tracks are lowered. The walking tracks are arranged on both sides of the hull, with two on each side. A connecting bracket is provided between the walking tracks on the same side, and an inflatable contraction layer is provided inside the connecting bracket. The inflatable contraction layer expands in the water-based state and retracts in the land-based state.

2. A novel amphibious vessel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side wall of the connecting bracket is provided with a long groove, the inflation shrinkage layer is integrated inside the long groove, the long groove is detachably provided with a first protective plate, and the outer edge of the inflation shrinkage layer is provided with a plurality of inflation holes.

3. The new amphibious vessel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side wall of the connecting bracket is provided with a long groove, the inflation shrinkage layer is integrated inside the long groove, the long groove is detachably provided with a first protective plate, an air pump and a motor are provided inside the connecting bracket, one end of the air pump is connected to the inflation shrinkage layer, and the other end is connected to the air inlet of the outer wall of the connecting bracket.

4. A novel amphibious vessel as claimed in claim 3, characterized in that: A second protective plate is detachably connected to the outer side of the air inlet, a dustproof net is provided between the second protective plate and the air inlet, and the dustproof net is detachably connected to the inner side wall of the air inlet.

5. The new amphibious vessel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The forward ends of the walking tracks in the land state have an inclination angle with the ground, and the inclination angle is 30°-50°. The height of the tracks in the water state is higher than the waterline of the hull.

6. The new amphibious vessel according to claim 5, characterized in that: The side wall of the hull is provided with an installation groove, and a lifting assembly is provided in the installation groove. The number of the installation grooves matches the number and position of the walking tracks and is connected to the walking tracks. The connecting bracket is connected between two adjacent lifting assemblies on the same side.

7. The new amphibious vessel according to claim 6, characterized in that: The lifting assembly includes a telescopic cylinder and a flip leg. The telescopic cylinder is hingedly set on the inner top wall of the installation groove, and the flip leg is hingedly set on the inner side wall. The other end of the telescopic cylinder is connected to the part of the flip leg close to the walking track.

8. The new amphibious vessel according to claim 7, characterized in that: A protective window is provided above the bow end of the hull, a propulsion cabin is provided at the tail end of the hull, and a power component is provided in the propulsion cabin.

9. The new amphibious vessel according to claim 8, characterized in that: The power assembly includes an engine and a transfer case, and the transfer case is capable of transmitting power to a water jet propulsion system or a hydraulic transmission system.

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