Automatic ultrasonic flaw detection device

By designing the clamping and reciprocating mechanism of the automated ultrasonic flaw detection device, the problem of the probe being unable to conduct full coverage detection is solved, full coverage detection of the workpiece and automated flaw detection are achieved, and the integrity and efficiency of the detection data are improved.

CN223400863UActive Publication Date: 2025-09-30SUZHOU ZHIJUN AUTOMATION EQUIP CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202420931756.7
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-04-30
Publication Date
2025-09-30
Estimated Expiration
2034-04-30

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Technical Problem

During the inspection process of existing automated ultrasonic flaw detection equipment, the probe cannot cover all parts of the workpiece, resulting in inaccurate detection data. In addition, the workpiece needs to be manually moved to complete comprehensive inspection, which consumes a lot of manpower.

Method used

An automated ultrasonic flaw detection device was designed, which included a clamping mechanism and a reciprocating mechanism. An electric push rod and a motor were used to drive gears, chains and other components to achieve automatic clamping of the workpiece and reciprocating motion of the flaw detection head, ensuring full coverage detection of the workpiece.

Benefits of technology

It achieves full coverage detection of workpieces, improves the integrity and automation of detection data, and reduces manual intervention.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an automatic ultrasonic flaw detection device which comprises a placing frame, supporting legs, a control panel, a flaw detection device, a clamping mechanism and a reciprocating mechanism, the clamping mechanism and a driving electric push rod are arranged, and the driving electric push rod generates power to drive a rack to move through an output end; the rack moves and is in meshed connection with the gear to drive the screw rod to rotate, so that the clamping block moves towards the middle to clamp and fix the workpiece, and when the workpiece is detected, the workpiece does not move; the reciprocating mechanism and the driving motor are arranged, the driving motor generates power to drive the chain wheel to rotate through the output end, and the chain wheel moves and drives the chain wheel on the other side to rotate through meshing connection with the chain, so that the sliding block and the connecting block horizontally move, the flaw detection device is driven to reciprocate to detect flaws of workpieces, and the flaw detection head can detect the whole workpieces; and the flaw detection data of the workpiece is more complete and is not limited to one part.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of ultrasonic automatic inspection, in particular to an automatic ultrasonic flaw detection device. Background Art

[0002] Ultrasonic flaw detection involves an operator moving a probe over the workpiece surface, inch by inch. The flaw detector emits an ultrasonic signal and returns it to the testing equipment. The returned signal is used to determine the presence of defects beneath the metal. This process involves the operator feeling across the workpiece surface inch by inch. If the probe does not fully cover the workpiece, it can easily lead to missed detections. Employees determine possible defects based on the waveforms on the workpiece surface. Individual experience varies, making misjudgments easy. Varying detection speeds and the waveforms received by the equipment can also lead to misjudgments.

[0003] When optimizing existing automated ultrasonic flaw detection equipment, most of the improvements are reflected in the effects of the device. For example, the Chinese utility model patent with publication number CN201910297338.0 discloses an "ultrasonic flaw detection device". This utility model patent sets up a telescopic structure. When the probe touches the boss of the workpiece, it can generate a trigger signal, thereby causing the control device to perform an in-and-out retraction action to avoid damage to the probe. If the telescopic structure generates trigger signals multiple times, it can sense that the surface of the workpiece is uneven, and the device can automatically adjust the height relationship between the probe and the workpiece.

[0004] Although the above method has certain advantages in terms of improvement, it still has certain disadvantages: if the flaw detection device is not activated, the flaw detection head can only detect one part of the workpiece. If other parts are not detected, the detection data will be inaccurate. If other parts are to be detected, personnel need to move the workpiece, which may require a lot of manpower. Utility Model Content

[0005] (1) Technical problems solved

[0006] In view of the deficiencies in the prior art, the present invention provides an automated ultrasonic flaw detection device to solve the above-mentioned problems.

[0007] (2) Technical solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention is implemented through the following technical solutions: an automated ultrasonic flaw detection device, comprising a placement frame, support legs, a control panel, a flaw detection device, a clamping mechanism and a reciprocating mechanism, wherein the support legs are provided with four fixedly mounted on the four corners of the lower end of the placement frame, the control panel is fixedly mounted on the front end of the left middle part of the placement frame, the flaw detection device is movable at the upper end of the placement frame, the clamping mechanism is fixedly mounted in the middle part of the placement frame, and the reciprocating mechanism is movable inside the placement frame; the clamping mechanism comprises an electric push rod, a rack, a gear, a clamping block and a screw, the front end of the electric push rod is fixedly connected to the rear end of the rack, the rack is meshed with the gear, and the clamping block is movable with the screw.

[0009] Preferably, the reciprocating mechanism includes a motor, a sprocket, a chain, a slider and a connecting block, the output end of the motor is connected to one of the sprockets, there are two sprockets, and the sprockets are installed on the left and right sides of the chain, and the connecting block is installed on the upper end of the slider.

[0010] Preferably, a movable groove is provided at the upper end of the placement frame, and a sliding groove is provided inside the movable groove of the placement frame.

[0011] Preferably, the clamping blocks are symmetrically arranged, and the lower ends of the clamping blocks are movably engaged with the screw rod.

[0012] Preferably, the screw is arranged horizontally, and the length of the screw matches the length of the placement frame.

[0013] Preferably, a movable block is provided at the upper end of the slider, and the lower end of the movable block is movably engaged with the middle part of the slider.

[0014] Preferably, the screw is made of titanium alloy and has excellent corrosion resistance.

[0015] Preferably, the chain is made of aluminum and has the characteristics of high strength and sturdiness.

[0016] (3) Beneficial effects

[0017] The utility model provides an automated ultrasonic flaw detection device with the following beneficial effects: a clamping mechanism is provided to drive an electric push rod, which generates power through the output end to drive the rack to move, and the rack, through engagement with the gear, drives the screw to rotate, causing the clamping block to move toward the center, thereby clamping and fixing the workpiece. When the workpiece is being inspected, the workpiece will not move.

[0018] The utility model provides an automated ultrasonic flaw detection device with the following beneficial effects: by providing a reciprocating mechanism and a drive motor, the drive motor generates power that drives a sprocket to rotate through the output end, and the sprocket moves and engages with the chain to drive the sprocket on the other side to rotate, so that the slider and the connecting block move horizontally, and drive the flaw detection device to reciprocate to detect flaws in the workpiece, so that the flaw detection head can detect the entire workpiece, and the workpiece flaw detection data is more complete, not just limited to data on a single part. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the automatic ultrasonic flaw detection device of the utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the planar structure of the automatic ultrasonic flaw detection device of the utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a side structural diagram of the clamping mechanism of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the planar structure of the reciprocating mechanism of the utility model.

[0023] In the figure: placement frame 1, support leg 2, control panel 3, flaw detection device 4, clamping mechanism 5, reciprocating mechanism 6, electric push rod 51, rack 52, gear 53, clamping block 54, screw 55, motor 61, sprocket 62, chain 63, slider 64, connecting block 65. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] The following will be combined with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0025] See also Figure 1-2 The utility model provides a technical solution for an automated ultrasonic flaw detection device: an automated ultrasonic flaw detection device, comprising a placement frame 1, support legs 2, a control panel 3, a flaw detection device 4, a clamping mechanism 5 and a reciprocating mechanism 6. The support legs are provided with four fixedly mounted at the four corners of the lower end of the placement frame 1, the control panel 3 is fixedly mounted at the front end of the middle left side of the placement frame 1, the flaw detection device 4 is movable at the upper end of the placement frame 1, the clamping mechanism 5 is fixedly mounted in the middle of the placement frame 1, and the reciprocating mechanism 6 is movable inside the placement frame 1; a movable groove is provided at the upper end of the placement frame 1, and a sliding groove is provided inside the movable groove of the placement frame 1.

[0026] See also Figure 3 The utility model provides a technical solution for an automated ultrasonic flaw detection device: an automated ultrasonic flaw detection device, comprising a clamping mechanism 5 including an electric push rod 51, a rack 52, a gear 53, a clamping block 54 and a screw 55. The front end of the electric push rod 51 is fixedly connected to the rear end of the rack 52, the rack 52 is meshed with the gear 53, and the clamping block 54 is movably matched with the screw 55; the clamping blocks 54 are symmetrically arranged, and the lower end of the clamping blocks 54 is movably matched with the screw 55; the screw 55 is horizontally arranged, and the length of the screw 55 is consistent with the length of the placement frame 1; the screw 55 is made of titanium alloy and has excellent corrosion resistance.

[0027] See also Figure 4 The utility model provides a technical solution for an automated ultrasonic flaw detection device: an automated ultrasonic flaw detection device, comprising a reciprocating mechanism 6 including a motor 61, a sprocket 62, a chain 63, a slider 64 and a connecting block 65. The output end of the motor 61 is connected to one of the sprockets 62. There are two sprockets 62, and the sprockets 62 are installed on the left and right sides of the chain 63. The connecting block 65 is installed on the upper end of the slider 64; a movable block is provided at the upper end of the slider 64, and the lower end of the movable block is movably matched with the middle part of the slider 64; the chain 63 is made of aluminum and has the characteristics of high strength and durability.

[0028] The working principle is as follows: the personnel places the workpiece to be inspected inside the placement frame 1, and drives the electric push rod 51. The electric push rod 51 generates power through the output end to drive the rack 52 to move. The rack 52 moves and engages with the gear 53 to drive the screw 55 to rotate, so that the clamping block 54 moves toward the middle to clamp and fix the workpiece.

[0029] By driving the motor 61, the driving motor 61 generates power to drive the sprocket 62 to rotate through the output end. The sprocket 62 moves and engages with the chain 63 to drive the sprocket 62 on the other side to rotate, so that the slider 64 and the connecting block 65 move horizontally, and drive the flaw detection device 4 to reciprocate to detect flaws in the workpiece, so that the data of the workpiece flaw detection is more complete and not just limited to one part.

[0030] The control method of the present invention is to manually start and stop the switch. The wiring diagram of the power element and the provision of power supply are common knowledge in the field. Moreover, the present invention is mainly used to protect mechanical devices. Therefore, the control method and wiring arrangement are not explained in detail in the present invention.

[0031] The control method of the present invention is automatic control through a controller. The control circuit of the controller can be implemented by simple programming by technicians in this field. The provision of power is also common knowledge in this field. In addition, the present invention is mainly used to protect mechanical devices, so the control method and circuit connection are no longer explained in detail in the present invention.

[0032] Although the embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations may be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, and the scope of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An automated ultrasonic flaw detection device, comprising a placement frame (1), a support leg (2), a control panel (3), a flaw detection device (4) and a reciprocating mechanism (6), wherein the support leg is provided with four fixedly mounted on the four corners of the lower end of the placement frame (1), the control panel (3) is fixedly mounted on the left middle part of the placement frame (1) and slightly forward, the flaw detection device (4) is movable on the upper end of the placement frame (1), and the reciprocating mechanism (6) is movable inside the placement frame (1); Its characteristics are: The invention also includes a clamping mechanism (5), which is fixedly installed in the middle of the placement frame (1). The clamping mechanism (5) includes an electric push rod (51), a rack (52), a gear (53), a clamping block (54) and a screw (55). The front end of the electric push rod (51) is fixedly connected to the rear end of the rack (52), the rack (52) is meshed with the gear (53), and the clamping block (54) is movably matched with the screw (55).

2. The automated ultrasonic flaw detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reciprocating mechanism (6) comprises a motor (61), a sprocket (62), a chain (63), a slider (64) and a connecting block (65). The output end of the motor (61) is connected to one of the sprockets (62). Two sprockets (62) are provided, and the sprockets (62) are installed on the left and right sides of the chain (63). The connecting block (65) is installed on the upper end of the slider (64).

3. The automated ultrasonic flaw detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper end of the placement frame (1) is provided with a movable groove, and the movable groove of the placement frame (1) is provided with a sliding groove inside.

4. The automated ultrasonic flaw detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The clamping blocks (54) are symmetrically arranged, and the lower ends of the clamping blocks (54) are movably matched with the screw rod (55).

5. The automated ultrasonic flaw detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The screw rod (55) is arranged horizontally, and the length of the screw rod (55) matches the length of the placement frame (1).

6. The automated ultrasonic flaw detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The upper end of the slider (64) is provided with a movable block, and the lower end of the movable block is movably matched with the middle part of the slider (64).

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