Laser ranging and positioning device for hydrogen storage tank

By using sealing plates and rain covers in the hydrogen storage tank distance measuring device, the impact of bad weather on the device is solved and its service life is extended.

CN223205664UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-08SHANGHAI LVDIANWAN ENERGY TECH CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202421220423.X
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-05-30
Publication Date
2025-08-08
Estimated Expiration
2034-05-30

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Technical Problem

The existing hydrogen storage tank distance measuring device is easily affected under severe weather conditions such as rainy and sand and dust, resulting in a shortening of the device life.

Method used

A laser ranging positioning device including a support assembly, a detection assembly and a sealing assembly is designed to protect the internal detection assembly using a sealing plate and a sealing shell, and a rain cover is provided at the measuring port to prevent rainwater and sand from entering.

Benefits of technology

Effectively protect internal parts, avoid rust and lag, and extend the service life of the device.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a laser ranging positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank, which comprises a supporting assembly, a detection assembly and a sealing assembly, the supporting assembly comprises two vertical rods, a first cross beam and a second cross beam are arranged between the two vertical rods, and the first cross beam is arranged at the top of the second cross beam; the detection assembly is arranged between the first cross beam and the second cross beam and comprises a guide rail and a laser range finder, the guide rail is arranged in the axial direction of the first cross beam, and the laser range finder is slidably connected with the guide rail; the sealing assembly comprises a sealing plate and a sealing shell, the sealing plate and the sealing shell are arranged on the two sides of the first cross beam and the second cross beam, and the sealing plate is attached to the end close to an emission opening of the laser range finder. The sealing plate is provided with a measuring port along the axial direction of the first cross beam, and the measuring port corresponds to the laser range finder in position; and a first flashing board is arranged at the port of the measuring port. According to the utility model, rainwater and gravels can be prevented from entering, internal parts are prevented from being rusted and blocked, and the service life of the whole detection device is prolonged.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of new energy, in particular to a laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank. Background Art

[0002] During the replacement of vehicle hydrogen tanks, distance measurement (usually refers to measuring the distance between various vehicle components or hydrogen tanks and the surrounding environment) is an important step. Its necessity is mainly reflected in the following aspects: First, in order to ensure a safe space, the hydrogen storage tank needs to be accurately positioned when replaced; second, in order to avoid interference with other components or systems of the vehicle when replacing the hydrogen tank; in addition, due to the particularity of the on-site environment, hydrogen is prone to explosion, and accurate positioning can also avoid sparks caused by collisions and explosions.

[0003] In existing technology, hydrogen tank distance measurement is typically performed using a laser rangefinder. To facilitate measurement, the laser rangefinder is mounted on a support frame, and the distance measurement and positioning are performed using a mobile module mounted on the support frame. However, during outdoor measurements in inclement weather such as rain or sandstorms, rain and dust can easily enter the mobile module, causing corrosion and jamming of the module's internal structure, significantly shortening the service life of the entire distance measurement device. Utility Model Content

[0004] Therefore, the technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the defect in the prior art that the distance measuring and positioning device of the hydrogen storage tank is affected by rain and dust, resulting in a short life of the distance measuring device.

[0005] In order to solve the above technical problems, the present invention provides a laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank, comprising:

[0006] A support assembly, the support assembly comprising two vertical poles, a first crossbeam and a second crossbeam disposed between the two vertical poles, the first crossbeam being disposed on top of the second crossbeam;

[0007] a detection assembly, the detection assembly being disposed between the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam, the detection assembly comprising a guide rail and a laser rangefinder, the guide rail being disposed axially along the first crossbeam, the laser rangefinder being slidably connected to the guide rail;

[0008] A sealing assembly comprising a sealing plate and a sealing shell, the sealing plate and the sealing shell being arranged on both sides of the first beam and the second beam, with the sealing plate being attached to one end close to the emission port of the laser rangefinder; the sealing plate having a measuring port starting along the axial direction of the first beam, and the measuring port corresponding to the position of the laser rangefinder; a first rain shield being provided at the end of the measuring port.

[0009] In one embodiment of the present invention, the detection component also includes a mounting plate and a rack, the mounting plate is arranged between the laser rangefinder and the guide rail, and a driving source is arranged on the mounting plate; the rack is axially arranged on the first beam along the first beam, and the output end of the driving source is provided with a gear meshing with the rack.

[0010] In one embodiment of the present invention, the mounting plate and the guide rail are slidably connected via a slider.

[0011] In one embodiment of the present invention, first photoelectric sensors are respectively provided at both ends of the first beam, and the photoelectric sensors are electrically connected to the driving source.

[0012] In one embodiment of the present invention, limit plates are respectively provided at both ends of the guide rail, and the limit plates are clamped on both sides of the guide rail and connected to the first crossbeam.

[0013] In one embodiment of the present invention, a second photoelectric sensor is further provided on the first beam, and the second photoelectric sensor is arranged opposite to the sealing plate. A detection port corresponding to the position of the second photoelectric sensor is opened on the sealing plate.

[0014] In one embodiment of the present invention, a second rain shield is provided at the port of the detection port, and both the first rain shield and the second rain shield are provided with a slope.

[0015] In one embodiment of the present invention, an outer cover of the laser rangefinder is provided with an explosion-proof box, and the explosion-proof box is connected to the mounting plate.

[0016] In one embodiment of the present invention, a reinforcing rib is provided between the second cross beam and the vertical pole.

[0017] In one embodiment of the present invention, an anchor plate is provided at the bottom of the vertical pole, and a chemical bolt is passed through the anchor plate.

[0018] The above technical solution of the utility model has the following advantages compared with the prior art:

[0019] The utility model discloses a laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank. The utility model protects the internal detection components through a sealing plate and a sealing shell to prevent normal measurement from being affected by external factors and to protect the normal use of various internal components. Secondly, a first rain shield provided at the measuring port can prevent the entry of rainwater and sand and gravel, thereby preventing rust and jamming of internal components and extending the service life of the entire detection device. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] In order to make the content of the utility model easier to understand, the utility model is further described in detail below based on the specific embodiments of the utility model and in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, wherein

[0021] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure of the middle support assembly;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the front side of the utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the back of the utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Schematic diagram of the local structure at A in the middle;

[0026] Figure 6 This is a side view of the internal structure of the utility model;

[0027] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Schematic diagram of the local structure at B in the middle;

[0028] Explanation of the reference numerals in the specification: 1. Support assembly; 2. Detection assembly; 3. Sealing assembly; 11. Vertical pole; 12. First crossbeam; 13. Second crossbeam; 14. Reinforcement rib; 15. Anchor plate; 16. Chemical bolt; 21. Guide rail; 22. Laser rangefinder; 23. Rack; 25. Gear; 26. Drive source; 27. Mounting plate; 28. First photoelectric sensor; 29. Second photoelectric sensor; 31. Sealing plate; 32. Sealing shell; 33. First rain shield; 34. Second rain shield; 211. Limiting plate; 221. Explosion-proof box; 311. Measuring port; 312. Detection port. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0029] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments so that those skilled in the art can better understand the present invention and implement it. However, the embodiments are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0030] Reference Figure 1-Figure 7 As shown, the utility model discloses a laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank, comprising:

[0031] A support assembly 1 includes two vertical poles 11, a first crossbeam 12 and a second crossbeam 13 are provided between the two vertical poles 11, and the first crossbeam 12 is provided on top of the second crossbeam 13;

[0032] a detection assembly 2, the detection assembly 2 being disposed between the first crossbeam 12 and the second crossbeam 13, the detection assembly 2 comprising a guide rail 21 and a laser rangefinder 22, the guide rail 21 being disposed axially along the first crossbeam 12, the laser rangefinder 22 being slidably connected to the guide rail 21;

[0033] The sealing assembly 3 includes a sealing plate 31 and a sealing shell 32. The sealing plate 31 and the sealing shell 32 are arranged on both sides of the first beam 12 and the second beam 13, and the sealing plate 31 is attached to one end close to the emission port of the laser rangefinder 22. The sealing plate 31 has a measuring port 311 along the axial direction of the first beam 12, and the measuring port 311 corresponds to the position of the laser rangefinder 22. A first rain shield 33 is provided at the end of the measuring port 311.

[0034] It can be imagined that the present invention measures the size of the hydrogen storage tank by sliding the laser rangefinder 22 on the guide rail 21. Specifically, the guide rail 21 is installed on the crossbeam, and the installation direction of the guide rail 21 is consistent with the axial direction of the crossbeam. The laser rangefinder 22 can move the guide rail 21 left and right to measure. The sealing surface and the sealing shell 32 provided on both sides of the crossbeam are used to protect the internal laser rangefinder 22 and the guide rail 21 and seal them so that the entire detection assembly 2 can adapt to the harsh external environment and is not affected by the external weather. In order not to affect the normal operation of the laser rangefinder 22, a measuring port 311 is opened on the sealing plate 31. The measuring port 311 is a rectangular long strip hole. When the laser rangefinder 22 slides on the guide rail 21, it can emit light through the measuring port 311 to detect the hydrogen storage tank to be tested. Secondly, the first rain shield 33 provided at the measuring port 311 is used to protect the internal laser rangefinder 22, thereby preventing the entry of rainwater and sand in bad weather such as rain and dust, thereby protecting it and not affecting normal measurement.

[0035] The utility model protects the internal detection component 2 through the sealing plate 31 and the sealing shell 32, preventing normal measurement from being affected by external factors and protecting the normal use of various internal components; secondly, the first rain shield 33 arranged at the measuring port 311 can prevent the entry of rainwater and sand and stones, prevent the internal components from rusting and jamming, and extend the service life of the entire detection device.

[0036] Furthermore, the detection assembly 2 also includes a mounting plate 27 and a rack 23. The mounting plate 27 is disposed between the laser rangefinder 22 and the guide rail 21. A drive source 26 is disposed on the mounting plate 27. The rack 23 is axially disposed on the first crossbeam 12 along the first crossbeam 12. A gear 25 meshing with the rack 23 is disposed at the output end of the drive source 26. The mounting plate 27 is slidably connected to the guide rail 21 via a slider.

[0037] Specifically, the mounting plate 27 is slidably connected to the guide rail 21 via a slider, and the drive source 26 is then mounted on the mounting plate 27, driving the drive source 26 to move linearly along the guide rail 21. A rack 23 is mounted on the first crossbeam 12, parallel to the guide rail 21, and oriented in a direction to effectively prevent rainwater and wind-blown sand from penetrating, extending the service life of the mechanism. A gear 25 is mounted on the output end of the drive source 26, meshing with the rack 23 to convert the circular motion of the output end of the drive source 26 into linear motion.

[0038] As a preferred solution of the present invention, due to the particularity of the on-site working environment, it is necessary to avoid the generation of electric sparks. The driving source 26 in the present invention is an explosion-proof servo motor, and copper wire grounding is adopted (such as using screws to lock the parts or any part is connected to the power, the two are connected by a copper wire for grounding, and the whole is also grounded by a copper wire) to ensure that it can be applied in the hydrogen exchange environment.

[0039] Furthermore, first photoelectric sensors 28 are respectively provided at both ends of the first beam 12 , and the photoelectric sensors are electrically connected to the driving source 26 .

[0040] Specifically, two photoelectric sensors are provided at both ends of the guide rail 21 to limit the rotation of the drive source 26 and prevent the drive source 26 from colliding with the machine. During use, the photoelectric sensor detects the drive source 26 in position signal and feeds the signal back to the drive source 26 to limit the operation of the drive source 26.

[0041] Furthermore, an outer cover of the laser rangefinder 22 is provided with an explosion-proof box 221 , and the explosion-proof box 221 is connected to the mounting plate 27 .

[0042] Specifically, the explosion-proof box 221 can be used safely in hazardous environments. Its essence is to prevent explosions and fire accidents. The explosion-proof box 221 generally has strict explosion-proof performance. The working state and position relationship of its internal devices will not cause sparks or high temperatures that could cause explosions, thereby ensuring a safe working environment.

[0043] In addition, due to the particularity of the environment in which the device of the present invention is located, explosion-proof measures are required. Specifically, as a preferred solution of the present invention, the materials of the guide rail 21, gear 23 and rack 25 are all explosion-proof materials.

[0044] Specifically, limit plates 211 are provided at both ends of the guide rail 21. The limit plates 211 are clamped on both sides of the guide rail 21 and connected to the first crossbeam 12. They are used to hard limit the movement of the driving source 26 to avoid errors in the photoelectric signal and the occurrence of collision accidents.

[0045] Furthermore, a second photoelectric sensor 29 is provided on the first crossbeam 12. The second photoelectric sensor 29 is disposed opposite the sealing plate 31. The sealing plate 31 has a detection port 312 corresponding to the position of the second photoelectric sensor 29. Specifically, the second photoelectric sensor 29 is used to detect the position information of the vehicle ahead and identify the vehicle's position.

[0046] Furthermore, a second rain shield 34 is provided at the end of the detection port 312 , and both the first rain shield 33 and the second rain shield 34 are provided with a slope.

[0047] Specifically, like the measurement port 311, the detection port 312 is provided to facilitate the operation of the second photoelectric sensor 29. Similarly, the second rain shield 34 is provided at the detection port 312 to prevent the ingress of rainwater and sand and stone from affecting its use. Furthermore, the first and second rain shields 33, 34 are sloped to divert rainwater.

[0048] Furthermore, in order to improve the protective effect of the first rain shield 33 and the second rain shield 34 , the size of the first rain shield 33 is larger than the size of the measuring port 311 , and the size of the second rain shield 34 is larger than the size of the detection port 312 .

[0049] Furthermore, a reinforcing rib 14 is provided between the second cross beam 13 and the vertical pole 11. An anchor plate 15 is provided at the bottom of the vertical pole 11, and a chemical bolt 16 is passed through the anchor plate 15.

[0050] Specifically, the provision of the reinforcing ribs 14 can improve the stability of the entire support assembly 1, thereby ensuring the accuracy of the test results; the chemical bolts 16 are used to fix the uprights 11 to the base plate, and have good stability after connection.

[0051] In summary, the utility model introduces a laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank. The utility model protects the internal detection component 2 through a sealing plate 31 and a sealing shell 32 to prevent normal measurement from being affected by external factors and to protect the normal use of various internal components; secondly, the first rain shield 33 arranged at the measuring port 311 can prevent the entry of rainwater and sand and stones, prevent the rust and jamming of internal components, and extend the service life of the entire detection device.

[0052] Obviously, the above embodiments are merely examples for clarity of explanation and are not intended to limit the implementation methods. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that other variations or modifications based on the above descriptions are possible. It is not necessary and impossible to enumerate all implementation methods here. Obvious variations or modifications arising therefrom remain within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank, characterized in that: include: A support assembly, the support assembly comprising two vertical poles, a first crossbeam and a second crossbeam disposed between the two vertical poles, the first crossbeam being disposed on top of the second crossbeam; a detection assembly, the detection assembly being disposed between the first crossbeam and the second crossbeam, the detection assembly comprising a guide rail and a laser rangefinder, the guide rail being disposed axially along the first crossbeam, the laser rangefinder being slidably connected to the guide rail; A sealing assembly comprising a sealing plate and a sealing shell, the sealing plate and the sealing shell being arranged on both sides of the first beam and the second beam, with the sealing plate being attached to one end close to the emission port of the laser rangefinder; the sealing plate having a measuring port starting along the axial direction of the first beam, and the measuring port corresponding to the position of the laser rangefinder; a first rain shield being provided at the end of the measuring port.

2. The laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: The detection component also includes a mounting plate and a rack. The mounting plate is arranged between the laser rangefinder and the guide rail, and a driving source is arranged on the mounting plate; the rack is axially arranged on the first beam along the first beam, and the output end of the driving source is provided with a gear meshing with the rack.

3. The laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: The mounting plate and the guide rail are slidably connected via a slider.

4. The laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: First photoelectric sensors are respectively provided at both ends of the first beam, and the photoelectric sensors are electrically connected to the driving source.

5. The laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: Limiting plates are respectively provided at both ends of the guide rail, and the limiting plates are clamped on both sides of the guide rail and connected to the first crossbeam.

6. The laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: A second photoelectric sensor is further provided on the first crossbeam. The second photoelectric sensor is arranged facing the sealing plate. A detection port corresponding to the position of the second photoelectric sensor is opened on the sealing plate.

7. The laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank according to claim 6, characterized in that: A second rain shield is provided at the port of the detection port, and both the first rain shield and the second rain shield are provided with a slope.

8. The laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank according to claim 2, characterized in that: An outer cover of the laser rangefinder is provided with an explosion-proof box, and the explosion-proof box is connected to the mounting plate.

9. The laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: Reinforcing ribs are provided between the second cross beam and the vertical pole.

10. The laser ranging and positioning device for a hydrogen storage tank according to claim 1, characterized in that: An anchor plate is provided at the bottom of the vertical pole, and a chemical bolt is passed through the anchor plate.