Turnout dynamic monitoring system

The turnout dynamic monitoring system monitors the turnout's contact status in real time, solving the problem of difficult monitoring of turnout dynamic status, improving the safety and efficiency of railway operation, and featuring convenient installation, disassembly, and high adaptability.

CN223522912UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-07SHENYANG XINGAN RAILWAY EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202422113840.0
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-08-30
Publication Date
2025-11-07
Estimated Expiration
2034-08-30

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Technical Problem

Existing technologies are insufficient to effectively monitor the dynamic status of railway turnouts, affecting the safety and efficiency of train operations.

Method used

A turnout dynamic monitoring system was designed, including a contact seat and a contact sensor, which are bolted to the main rail and switch rail above the sleeper. The system uses springs and strain gauges to monitor the contact status of the turnout, and analyzes and alarms in real time through a data collection and processing unit.

Benefits of technology

It enables real-time monitoring of turnout operation status, improves the safety and efficiency of railway operation, and has the advantages of convenient installation, simple disassembly, strong adaptability, and reduced maintenance costs.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a turnout dynamic monitoring system, which relates to the technical field of turnout close attachment monitoring, and comprises a stock rail and a switch rail which are arranged above a sleeper, the front end of the switch rail is detachably provided with a first fixing frame through a bolt, the front end of the stock rail is detachably provided with a second fixing frame through a bolt, and the second fixing frame is detachably provided with a third fixing frame through a bolt. The shape of the second fixing frame is matched with that of the stock rail, the second fixing frame is attached to the stock rail, a contact seat is detachably installed on the first fixing frame, a closely-attached sensor is detachably installed on the second fixing frame through a bolt, and the position of the contact seat corresponds to that of the closely-attached sensor; according to the dynamic monitoring system for the turnout, the running state of the turnout is monitored in real time, and the safety and efficiency of railway running are effectively improved. The system monitors the close attaching state of the turnout in real time, and judges whether the state is normal or not through the sensor signal collecting and processing unit. And in case of abnormality, the alarm unit gives an alarm in time to ensure timely processing and avoid safety risks.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of switch close monitoring, in particular to a switch dynamic monitoring system. BACKGROUND

[0002] Railway transportation plays an important role in the process of social material production, and in this field, safety is always the primary task, therefore, it is crucial to develop new technology to improve the detection standard of railway equipment.

[0003] Switch, as the conversion equipment of railway line change and line separation, is an indispensable part of railway operation. Although the switch is used frequently in the track structure, its structure is relatively weak, and the technical indicators are complex, and the requirements for line conditions are also very high. Therefore, the dynamic monitoring of switch operation is directly related to the safety and efficiency of train operation.

[0004] To ensure the safety and smoothness of railway operation, we need to implement real-time monitoring of switch equipment by integrating engineering and electrical services, so as to timely grasp the equipment status, prevent potential risks, and ensure the continuous stability of railway transportation, therefore, a switch dynamic monitoring system is proposed. UTILITY MODEL CONTENT

[0005] To solve the above problems, that is, to solve the problems proposed in the above background technology, the utility model provides a switch dynamic monitoring system, which comprises a basic rail and a point rail installed above a sleeper, the front end of the point rail is detachably installed with a first fixing frame through bolts, the front end of the basic rail is detachably installed with a second fixing frame through bolts, the shape of the second fixing frame matches the basic rail and is matched with the basic rail, a contact seat is detachably installed on the first fixing frame, a close sensor is detachably installed on the second fixing frame through bolts, and the positions of the contact seat and the close sensor correspond to each other.

[0006] The utility model further provides that the contact seat comprises a base, the base is detachably connected with the first fixing frame, a sliding groove is formed in the inner wall of the base, one end of a first spring is fixedly installed at the bottom of the inner wall of the base, the other end of the first spring is fixedly connected to the inner wall of a top cover, and a convex rib matched with the sliding groove is arranged at the lower end of the top cover.

[0007] The further setting of the utility model is that the close sensor comprises a base, a base lug is fixedly installed above the base, the sidewall of the base lug is connected with the bottom end of a shell through threads, an elastomer is installed at the center of the cavity bottom of the shell, a strain gauge is fixedly installed on the sidewall of the elastomer, the strain gauge is connected with a signal transmission cable through the sidewall of the shell penetrated by wires, one end of a second spring is detachably installed on the upper end of the elastomer, the other end of the second spring is detachably installed on the inner cavity upper end of a second spring bracket, a button is installed on the top end of the second spring bracket and located at the upper end opening of the shell, and a limiting baffle is installed on the outer wall circumference of the second spring bracket.

[0008] The further setting of the utility model is that the stiffness coefficients of the first spring and the second spring can be selected according to actual application scenes, including but not limited to low stiffness coefficient springs, medium stiffness coefficient springs and high stiffness coefficient springs.

[0009] The further setting of the utility model is that the data collection and processing unit is connected with the close sensor through the signal transmission cable, can receive signal data from the close sensor in real time, and can process and analyze data, and the data collection and processing unit is also connected with an alarm unit.

[0010] The beneficial technical effects of the utility model are that the switch dynamic monitoring system can realize real-time monitoring of the switch operation state, effectively improve the safety and efficiency of railway operation.

[0011] Secondly, the system also has the characteristics of convenient installation and simple disassembly. The first fixed frame and the second fixed frame are connected with the basic rail and the point rail through bolts, which is convenient for installation and disassembly, and also convenient for later maintenance and maintenance. The contact seat and the close sensor are designed in a modular manner and can be replaced independently, reducing maintenance costs.

[0012] In addition, the system also has good adaptability. By selecting different stiffness coefficients of the first spring and the second spring, the system can be adjusted according to the needs of the actual application scene to adapt to different working environments and monitoring requirements. At the same time, the data collection and processing unit can also be configured according to the needs to adapt to different data processing and analysis requirements.

[0013] In conclusion, the utility model discloses through real -time monitoring the close -fit state of switch, effectively promote the safety and efficiency of railway operation, with convenient installation, simple dismounting, strong adaptability etc. Advantage, have higher practical value and popularization prospect. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0014] Figure 1 The utility model discloses a schematic diagram of structure shows.

[0015] Figure 2 The utility model discloses a schematic diagram of use shows.

[0016] Figure 3 The utility model discloses a schematic diagram of contact seat shows.

[0017] Figure 4 The utility model discloses a schematic diagram of close -fit sensor shows.

[0018] Figure 5 The utility model discloses a schematic diagram of the inside of second spring bracket shows.

[0019] Fig. 1, rail tie, 2, main rail, 3, switch rail, 4, first fixed frame, 5, second fixed frame, 6, contact seat, 61, base, 62, sliding slot, 63, first spring, 64, top cover, 7, close -fit sensor, 8, base, 9, base lug, 10, shell, 11, elastomer, 12, strain gauge, 13, signal transmission cable, 14, second spring, 15, second spring bracket, 16, button, 17, limit baffle. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0020] The utility model discloses an embodiment of the utility model will be combined below with the drawing in the embodiment of the utility model, the technical scheme in the embodiment of the utility model is clearly and completely described, obviously, the described embodiment only is a part of the embodiment of the utility model, instead of all the embodiment. Based on the embodiment in the utility model, all other embodiments that the ordinary skill in the art obtains without making the creative labor belong to the range of protection of the utility model.

[0021] Please refer to Figures 1-5 The utility model provides a kind of technical scheme: a switch dynamic monitoring system, including installation on the main rail 2 and switch rail 3 of rail tie 1 top, the front end of the switch rail 3 is detachably installed with first fixed frame 4 by bolt, the front end of the main rail 2 is detachably installed with second fixed frame 5 by bolt, the shape of the second fixed frame 5 is mutually matched with main rail 2 and is mutually set with its mutual close -fit, the contact seat 6 is detachably installed on the first fixed frame 4, the close -fit sensor 7 is detachably installed on the second fixed frame 5 by bolt, the position of the contact seat 6 and close -fit sensor 7 is mutually corresponding, and the position of the contact seat 6 is lower, and train will not be affected by passing.

[0022] The contact seat 6 comprises a base 61 which is detachably connected with the first fixing frame 4, a sliding groove 62 is arranged on the inner wall of the base 61, one end of a first spring 63 is fixedly installed on the bottom of the inner wall of the base 61, and the other end of the first spring 63 is fixedly connected with the inner wall of a top cover 64, and a convex rib is arranged on the lower end of the top cover 64.

[0023] The close contact sensor 7 comprises a base 8, a base protrusion 9 is fixedly installed above the base 8, the bottom end of a shell 10 is threadedly connected with the side wall of the base protrusion 9, an elastic body 11 is installed at the center of the cavity of the shell 10, a strain sheet 12 is fixedly installed on the side wall of the elastic body 11, the signal transmission cable 13 is connected with the strain sheet 12 through the lead wire penetrating through the side wall of the shell 10, one end of a second spring 14 is detachably installed on the upper end of the elastic body 11, the other end of the second spring 14 is detachably installed on the inner cavity of a second spring bracket 15, and the second spring 14 can be selected and installed according to the actual application scene in actual use, and the close contact sensor 7 can be selected as an integrated structure with the spring or a split structure. A button 16 is installed on the top end of the second spring bracket 15 and located at the upper end opening of the shell 10, and a limiting baffle 17 is installed on the outer wall of the second spring bracket 15.

[0024] The stiffness coefficients of the first spring 63 and the second spring 14 can be selected according to the actual application scene, including but not limited to low stiffness coefficient spring, medium stiffness coefficient spring and high stiffness coefficient spring.

[0025] The data collection and processing unit is connected with the close contact sensor 7 through the signal transmission cable 13, receives the signal data from the close contact sensor 7 in real time, processes and analyzes the data, and is built-in with a processor and a memory, can quickly process and store the monitoring data, and transmits the monitoring results to the remote monitoring center through wireless or wired mode, realizes remote monitoring and management, and is further connected with an alarm unit. When the monitored turnout close contact data exceeds the preset safety threshold, a warning signal can be automatically triggered to remind the operator to handle in time. Meanwhile, the unit can also statistically analyze the historical data to provide data support for the maintenance and optimization of the turnout.

[0026] The installation and maintenance of the system are very convenient. The first fixing frame 4 and the second fixing frame 5 are connected with the basic rail 2 and the point rail 3 through bolts, and no large-scale modification of the track is required during installation; and the disassembly and replacement of the contact seat 6 and the close contact sensor 7 are also very convenient, which can greatly reduce the workload of maintenance and repair.

[0027] The system can not only be applied to the close monitoring of railway turnout, but also can be widely applied to the monitoring of other similar scenes. By replacing different sensors and adapters, real-time monitoring and early warning of different equipment and structures can be realized, thereby providing strong guarantee for the safe operation of various equipment and structures

[0028] The detailed connection means is a known technology in the art, and the working principle and process are mainly introduced below. The specific work is as follows:

[0029] In actual operation, when the switch rail 3 is in close contact with the stock rail 2, the top cover 64 of the contact seat 6 is extruded by the switch rail 3 and slides downward along the sliding groove 62, while compressing the first spring 63. Through the interaction between the contact seat 6 and the close contact sensor 7, the elastic body 11 inside the close contact sensor 7 is extruded, and the strain gauge 12 is deformed. The deformation of the strain gauge 12 is converted into an electrical signal, which is transmitted to the data collection and processing unit through the signal transmission cable 13.

[0030] After receiving the signal, the data collection and processing unit will immediately process and analyze the data to determine the close contact state of the switch rail 3 and the stock rail 2. If the monitored data is within the normal range, the system will continue to work; if the monitored data exceeds the preset safety threshold, the data collection and processing unit will automatically trigger the alarm unit to issue a warning signal to remind the operator to handle it in time.

[0031] In addition, the system also has self-adaptive adjustment function. In actual application, due to different working environments and monitoring requirements, it may be necessary to adjust the stiffness coefficient of the first spring 63 and the second spring 14. By replacing springs with different stiffness coefficients, the sensitivity and monitoring accuracy of the system can be adjusted to adapt to different application scenarios.

[0032] In terms of maintenance and maintenance, the system also performs well. Since the contact seat 6 and the close contact sensor 7 are designed in a modular manner and can be replaced independently, when a fault occurs or maintenance is needed, the relevant parts can be quickly disassembled and replaced, greatly reducing the maintenance cost and time cost.

[0033] In summary, the turnout dynamic monitoring system provided by the present application has the advantages of easy installation, simple disassembly, strong adaptability, low maintenance cost, etc., and can effectively improve the safety and efficiency of railway operation. At the same time, the system can also be widely applied to the monitoring of other similar scenes, providing strong guarantee for the safe operation of various equipment and structures.

[0034] Although the utility model has been described with reference to the preferred embodiments, various modifications can be made to it without departing from the scope of the utility model, and equivalent substitutions can be made to parts thereof, and in particular, as long as there is no structural conflict, each of the technical features mentioned in each of the embodiments can be combined in any manner. The utility model is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed herein, but includes all technical solutions falling within the scope of the claims.

[0035] In the description of the utility model, the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "inner", "outer" and other terms indicating direction or positional relationship are based on the direction or positional relationship shown in the drawings, which is merely for the convenience of description, and does not indicate or imply that the device or element must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the utility model. In addition, the terms "first", "second", "third" are for descriptive purposes only and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0036] In addition, it also needs to be explained that, in the description of the utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "mounting", "connection", "connection" should be broadly understood, for example, it can be fixedly connected, or it can be detachably connected, or integrally connected; it can be mechanically connected, or it can be electrically connected; it can be directly connected, or it can be indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, or it can be the communication between two elements inside. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in the utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0037] The term "includes" or any other similar term is intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that the process, article or equipment / device including a series of elements not only includes those elements, but also includes other elements not explicitly listed, or also includes the elements inherent to the process, article or equipment / device.

[0038] So far, the technical scheme of the utility model has been described in combination with the preferred embodiments shown in the drawings, but those skilled in the art can easily understand that the protection scope of the utility model is obviously not limited to these specific embodiments. Without deviating from the principles of the utility model, those skilled in the art can make equivalent changes or substitutions to related technical features, and the technical solutions after the changes or substitutions will fall within the protection scope of the utility model.

Claims

1. A turnout dynamic monitoring system comprising a main rail (2) and a switch rail (3) installed above a sleeper (1), characterized in that: The front end of the point rail (3) is detachably installed with a first fixing frame (4) through bolts, the front end of the base rail (2) is detachably installed with a second fixing frame (5) through bolts, the shape of the second fixing frame (5) matches the base rail (2) and is arranged in close contact with each other, the first fixing frame (4) is detachably installed with a contact seat (6), the second fixing frame (5) is detachably installed with a close contact sensor (7) through bolts, and the positions of the contact seat (6) and the close contact sensor (7) correspond to each other.

2. The turnout dynamic monitoring system of claim 1, wherein: The contact seat (6) comprises a base (61), the base (61) is detachably connected with the first fixing frame (4), a sliding groove (62) is arranged on the inner wall of the base (61) in a circumferential direction, one end of a first spring (63) is fixedly installed on the bottom of the inner wall of the base (61), and the other end of the first spring (63) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of a top cover (64), and a convex rib is arranged on the lower end of the top cover (64) in a circumferential direction and cooperates with the sliding groove.

3. The turnout dynamic monitoring system of claim 1, wherein: The close contact sensor (7) comprises a base (8), a base protrusion (9) is fixedly installed above the base (8), the bottom end of a shell (10) is connected to the side wall of the base protrusion (9) through threads, an elastomer (11) is installed at the center of the cavity of the shell (10), a strain sheet (12) is fixedly installed on the side wall of the elastomer (11), a signal transmission cable (13) is connected to the strain sheet (12) through wires penetrating out of the side wall of the shell (10), one end of a second spring (14) is detachably installed on the upper end of the elastomer (11), the other end of the second spring (14) is detachably installed on the inner cavity of a second spring bracket (15), a button (16) is installed on the top end of the second spring bracket (15) and located at the upper end opening of the shell (10), and a limiting baffle (17) is installed on the outer wall of the second spring bracket (15) in a circumferential direction.

4. The turnout dynamic monitoring system of claim 2, wherein: The stiffness coefficients of the first spring (63) and the second spring (14) can be selected according to actual application scenarios, including but not limited to low stiffness coefficient springs, medium stiffness coefficient springs and high stiffness coefficient springs.

5. The turnout dynamic monitoring system of claim 1, wherein: A data collection and processing unit is further included, which is connected with the close contact sensor (7) through the signal transmission cable (13), receives signal data from the close contact sensor (7) in real time, processes and analyzes the data, and is further connected with an alarm unit.