Automatic railway automatic dumping car with anti-freezing device
By installing vortex tubes for defrosting and solenoid valves on railway tippers, the problems of low unloading efficiency and safety in winter have been solved, and an efficient and safe automatic unloading process has been achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520030540.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-07
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-11
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-01-07
AI Technical Summary
Existing railway tippler wagons are inefficient for unloading cargo in winter, requiring manual operation, which increases labor intensity and affects the health and safety of operators.
Design an automated railway tipper car with antifreeze device. It adopts vortex tube heating and thawing, solenoid valve control to lift the air cylinder and tilt the car, and an identification device to automatically identify the unloading position and control the solenoid valve to realize single-person operation for unloading.
It improved unloading efficiency, reduced labor costs, minimized the health impact of dust on operators, and ensured safety.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of railway self-tipping cars, specifically relating to an automated railway self-tipping car with an anti-freezing device. Background Technology
[0002] Existing railway tippler cars are mainly used to transport mineral products such as coal and iron ore. Due to low winter temperatures and the moisture content of the mineral products, the cars freeze, requiring manual or mechanical ice-breaking for unloading. This is labor-intensive and inefficient. Furthermore, during unloading, operators need to be on-site to control the process. Dust and weather conditions at the unloading site significantly impact the health and safety of these operators. Unloading often requires two or more people working together, increasing costs for production companies.
[0003] Therefore, this application proposes an automated railway tipper with an antifreeze device to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to address the problems of low efficiency, high labor costs, and the impact of dust on the health and safety of operators during unloading of railway tippers. A brief overview of this invention is provided below to offer a basic understanding of certain aspects of it. It should be understood that this overview is not an exhaustive summary of the invention. It is not intended to identify key or essential parts of the invention, nor is it intended to limit its scope.
[0005] The technical solution of this utility model:
[0006] An automated railway tipper with an antifreeze device includes a vehicle body, a first solenoid valve, a second solenoid valve, a power supply box, and an identification device. The first solenoid valve, the second solenoid valve, and the power supply box are respectively installed on the vehicle body. The identification device is arranged in the unloading area on the outside of the vehicle body. A signal transceiver is installed in the power supply box. The identification device is wirelessly connected to the signal transceiver. A first lifting air cylinder and a second lifting air cylinder are arranged laterally symmetrically at the bottom of the vehicle body. The actuators of the first and second lifting air cylinders are respectively connected to the vehicle body. The signal transceiver is respectively connected to the first solenoid valve and the second solenoid valve through wires. The first solenoid valve is connected to the first lifting air cylinder, and the second solenoid valve is connected to the second lifting air cylinder. A vortex tube is laid on the vehicle body.
[0007] Furthermore, a carriage is installed on the vehicle body, and a first carriage side door and a second carriage side door are hinged to both sides of the carriage. A balancing frame is installed inside the carriage. The balancing frame is connected to the first carriage side door through a first link and to the second carriage side door through a second link. One end of the third link and the fourth link are connected to the balancing frame, and the other end of the third link and the fourth link pass through the carriage and are connected to the unloading frame.
[0008] Furthermore, the vortex tube is laid at the bottom of the carriage.
[0009] Furthermore, a first pressure switch is connected between the first lifting air cylinder and the first solenoid valve, and a second pressure switch is connected between the second lifting air cylinder and the second solenoid valve.
[0010] Furthermore, a battery box is installed on the vehicle body, and the battery box is connected to the power supply box via wires.
[0011] Furthermore, the vehicle body is equipped with an audible and visual alarm, which is connected to a signal transceiver in the power supply box via a wire.
[0012] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0013] This invention relates to an automated railway tipper car with an antifreeze device, which solves the safety issues and health risks associated with manual unloading. During winter operation, compressed air from the train's ventilation ducts is introduced into the vortex tubes, heating the tubes and accelerating unloading. During unloading, the car reaches the designated unloading point, is identified by a device, and a signal transceiver in the power supply box sends a signal to either the first or second solenoid valve. This energizes the valve, causing either the first or second lifting cylinder at the bottom of the car to extend, lifting one side of the car and allowing the material to be discharged through the side door. This design reduces the need for two or more operators compared to the previous method, requiring only one person for monitoring, thus lowering labor costs for production companies. The unloading time has also been reduced from approximately 3 minutes to less than 1 minute. Attached Figure Description
[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of an automated railway tipper with an antifreeze device.
[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the positions of the identification device and the vehicle body;
[0016] Figure 3 This is the front view of the vehicle itself.
[0017] In the diagram: 1-Vehicle body, 2-First solenoid valve, 3-Second solenoid valve, 4-Battery box, 5-Power supply box, 6-First pressure switch, 7-Second pressure switch, 8-Unloading frame, 9-Audio and visual alarm, 10-Identification device, 11-Carriage compartment, 12-Balance frame, 13-First connecting rod, 14-Second connecting rod, 15-First lifting air cylinder, 16-Second lifting air cylinder, 17-Third connecting rod, 18-Fourth connecting rod, 19-First carriage side door, 20-Second carriage side door, 21-Vortex tube. Detailed Implementation
[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the present utility model is described below with reference to specific embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings. However, it should be understood that these descriptions are merely exemplary and not intended to limit the scope of the present utility model. Furthermore, descriptions of well-known structures and technologies are omitted in the following description to avoid unnecessarily obscuring the concept of the present utility model.
[0019] The connections mentioned in this utility model are divided into fixed connections and detachable connections. Fixed connections (i.e., non-detachable connections) include, but are not limited to, conventional fixed connection methods such as folded connections, riveted connections, adhesive connections, and welded connections. Detachable connections include, but are not limited to, conventional disassembly methods such as threaded connections, snap-fit connections, pin connections, and hinged connections. When a specific connection method is not explicitly defined, it is assumed that at least one existing connection method can always be found to achieve the function, and those skilled in the art can choose according to their needs. For example, a welded connection can be chosen for fixed connections, and a hinged connection can be chosen for detachable connections.
[0020] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.
[0021] Example 1, combined with Figures 1-2This embodiment describes an automated railway tipper with an antifreeze device, comprising a vehicle body 1, a first solenoid valve 2, a second solenoid valve 3, a power supply box 5, and an identification device 10. The first solenoid valve 2, the second solenoid valve 3, and the power supply box 5 are respectively installed on the vehicle body 1. The identification device 10 is arranged in the unloading area outside the vehicle body 1. A signal transceiver is provided in the power supply box 5, and the identification device 10 is wirelessly connected to the signal transceiver. A first lifting air cylinder 15 and a second lifting air cylinder 16 are arranged laterally symmetrically at the bottom of the vehicle body 1. The actuators of the first lifting air cylinder 15 and the second lifting air cylinder 16 are respectively connected to the vehicle body 1. The signal transceiver is respectively connected to the first solenoid valve 2 and the second solenoid valve 3 via wires. The first solenoid valve 2 is connected to the first lifting air cylinder 15, and the second solenoid valve 3 is connected to the second lifting air cylinder 16. A vortex tube 21 is laid on the vehicle body 1.
[0022] After the vehicle body 1 arrives at the designated unloading location, the vehicle body 1 is identified by the identification device 10, including the vehicle number and the compartment number of the vehicle body 1. Then, the signal transceiver in the power box 5 receives the signal sent by the identification device 10. The signal transceiver that receives the signal transmits the signal to the first solenoid valve 2 or the second solenoid valve 3. Depending on the orientation of the front of the vehicle body 1, the material is unloaded on the left or right side of the compartment 11.
[0023] In this embodiment, unloading is performed on the left side of the carriage 11. The signal transceiver transmits a signal to the second solenoid valve 3, which is energized to open the second pressure switch 7. This causes the actuator of the second lifting cylinder 16 at the bottom of the carriage 11 to extend, lifting the right side of the carriage 11, as shown in the attached diagram. Figure 2 As shown. After the carriage 11 is lifted, the fourth connecting rod 18, which is connected to the balance frame 12 inside the carriage 11, extends to support the carriage 11 and the unloading frame 8 at its bottom, ensuring the stability of the carriage 11. When the carriage 11 tilts to the left, the first side door 19 located on the left side of the carriage 11 is opened, and the material inside the carriage 11 is discharged under the action of gravity. The first side door 19 is connected to the balance frame 12 through the first connecting rod 13. Under the action of the balance frame 12, the angle of the first side door 19 after opening is maintained, and after the second lifting air cylinder 16 is retracted and the carriage 11 is straightened, the first side door 19 can be closed normally.
[0024] The vehicle body 1 is also equipped with a battery box 4, which is used to supply power to the power supply box 5 and the signal transceiver inside it.
[0025] Similarly, when materials need to be discharged through the second side door 20 of the carriage 11, the first solenoid valve 2 is energized to open the first pressure switch 6, causing the first lifting air cylinder 15 to extend and tilt the carriage 11 to the right, where it is supported between the carriage 11 and the unloading frame 8 by the third link 17. When retracting, the second link 14 pulls the second side door 20 back and closes it.
[0026] The bottom of the carriage 11 is covered with a vortex pipe 21, which is connected to the train's air duct. When the carriage is in winter, the valve between the train's air duct and the vortex pipe 21 is opened, and compressed air enters the vortex pipe 21. The vortex pipe 21 starts to work and heat up, which heats up the bottom of the carriage 11, and the cargo and the bottom plate of the carriage 11 are thawed, making it easier to unload the carriage 11.
[0027] This embodiment is merely an exemplary description of the present utility model and does not limit its scope of protection. Those skilled in the art can make partial changes to it, as long as they do not exceed the spirit and essence of the present utility model, they are all within the scope of protection of the present utility model.
Claims
1. An automated railway tipper car with an antifreeze device, characterized in that: The system includes a vehicle body (1), a first solenoid valve (2), a second solenoid valve (3), a power supply box (5), and an identification device (10). The first solenoid valve (2), the second solenoid valve (3), and the power supply box (5) are respectively installed on the vehicle body (1). The identification device (10) is arranged in the unloading area outside the vehicle body (1). A signal transceiver is installed in the power supply box (5). The identification device (10) is wirelessly connected to the signal transceiver. The first lifting cylinder (15) and the second lifting cylinder (16) are arranged laterally symmetrically at the bottom of the vehicle body (1). The actuators of the first lifting cylinder (15) and the second lifting cylinder (16) are respectively connected to the vehicle body (1). The signal transceiver is connected to the first solenoid valve (2) and the second solenoid valve (3) respectively through wires. The first solenoid valve (2) is connected to the first lifting cylinder (15), and the second solenoid valve (3) is connected to the second lifting cylinder (16). A vortex tube (21) is laid on the vehicle body (1).
2. The automated railway tipper with antifreeze device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The vehicle body (1) is equipped with a carriage (11). The carriage (11) is hinged with a first carriage side door (19) and a second carriage side door (20) on both sides. A balance frame (12) is installed inside the carriage (11). The balance frame (12) is connected to the first carriage side door (19) through a first connecting rod (13). The balance frame (12) is connected to the second carriage side door (20) through a second connecting rod (14). One end of the third connecting rod (17) and the fourth connecting rod (18) are connected to the balance frame (12) respectively. The other end of the third connecting rod (17) and the fourth connecting rod (18) passes through the carriage (11) and is connected to the unloading frame (8).
3. An automated railway tipper with an antifreeze device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The vortex tube (21) is laid at the bottom of the carriage (11).
4. An automated railway tipper with an antifreeze device according to claim 2, characterized in that: A first pressure switch (6) is connected between the first lifting air cylinder (15) and the first solenoid valve (2), and a second pressure switch (7) is connected between the second lifting air cylinder (16) and the second solenoid valve (3).
5. An automated railway tipper with an antifreeze device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The vehicle body (1) is equipped with a battery box (4), which is connected to the power supply box (5) via wires.
6. An automated railway tipper with an antifreeze device according to claim 1 or 5, characterized in that: The vehicle body (1) is equipped with an audible and visual alarm (9), which is connected to a signal transceiver in the power supply box (5) via a wire.