Tool for overhauling life-saving suit
By designing a life jacket maintenance tool with clamping and airtightness testing mechanisms, the problems of low efficiency and poor accuracy of traditional maintenance tools have been solved, enabling efficient and convenient life jacket maintenance and improving the overall performance and reliability of life jackets.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423276107.7
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-30
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-14
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-30
AI Technical Summary
The current life jacket maintenance process suffers from low inspection efficiency and poor accuracy, and repairs are not secure and inconvenient. There is also a lack of specialized and efficient maintenance tools, which affects the maintenance quality and performance of the life jackets.
A maintenance tool including a clamping mechanism and an airtightness testing mechanism was designed. The clamping mechanism fixes the life suit under and on the face clamp. The airtightness testing mechanism uses a C-type quick connector and a high-precision pressure gauge to test the airtightness of the life suit and achieves a sealed connection through hexagonal screws and wing nuts. It has high-precision testing and repair functions.
It improves the quality and reliability of life jacket maintenance, reduces the risk of malfunctions during use, is highly convenient to operate, and is suitable for widespread use in various locations.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of maintenance tools, and in particular to a tool for the maintenance of life jackets. Background Technology
[0002] A survival suit is a new type of lifesaving equipment, a protective garment designed to reduce heat loss from a person falling into the water. Survival suits made of naturally insulating materials provide sufficient thermal protection, ensuring that the wearer's body temperature does not drop by more than 2°C after 6 hours in calm, flowing water at a temperature of 0–2°C. Survival suits made of non-naturally insulating materials should be worn in conjunction with thermal clothing. These suits also provide considerable thermal protection, ensuring that the wearer's body temperature does not drop by more than 1°C after 1 hour in calm, flowing water at a temperature of 5°C.
[0003] Traditional life jacket maintenance suffers from low testing efficiency, poor accuracy, and inconvenient and unreliable repairs. Furthermore, the lack of efficient maintenance tools specifically designed for the unique materials and structures of life jackets leads to inconsistent maintenance quality, affecting their performance and reliability in emergency situations. Utility Model Content
[0004] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the defects of the existing technology. This utility model proposes a tool for the maintenance of life jackets, which can perform maintenance work in a relatively better way.
[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: a tool for inspecting and repairing life jackets, comprising:
[0006] A clamping mechanism, comprising a lower face clamp and an upper face clamp, wherein the lower face clamp and the upper face clamp are fixed by fasteners, thereby sealing and pressing the brim of the lifesuit head placed inside the lower face clamp and the upper face clamp.
[0007] An airtightness testing mechanism includes a C-type quick-connect male connector, a valve connector, a C-type quick-connect female connector, and a high-precision pressure gauge. The C-type quick-connect male connector is connected to an air vent on a life jacket on a sealed and compressed brim, so as to ensure that the life jacket contains a preset air pressure. One end of the C-type quick-connect male connector is connected to the high-precision pressure gauge, and the valve connector is connected to the high-precision pressure gauge. The end of the valve connector away from the high-precision pressure gauge is connected to the C-type quick-connect female connector.
[0008] Furthermore, the C-type quick-connect female connector is connected to an external air pump or manual pump to provide a preset air pressure.
[0009] Furthermore, the fixing component includes a hex socket screw and a wing nut. The lower circumference of the face clamp has multiple threaded holes, and the upper circumference of the face clamp has multiple circular holes that mate with the threaded holes. The hex socket screw is threaded into the threaded hole and passes through the circular hole. The outer wall of the hex socket screw is threaded with a wing nut. The wing nut presses against the outer wall of the face clamp, so that the lower and upper circumferences of the face clamp are sealed together.
[0010] Furthermore, a life jacket / hat body placement groove is provided on one side of the face clamp. The life jacket / hat body placement groove is used to place the life jacket to be repaired. A through slot is provided on the inner wall of the life jacket / hat body placement groove, and the air vents of the life jacket are located at the slot.
[0011] Furthermore, the slot is provided in two places, which is used to display the area to be repaired during the maintenance of the life jacket.
[0012] Furthermore, a second extension plate is connected to the bottom of the face clamp, and the face clamp and the second extension plate are integrally formed.
[0013] The bottom of the face clamp is fixedly connected to a first extension plate, and the first extension plate has an opening for placing the zipper of the life jacket at the opening so that the life jacket is stably sealed.
[0014] The facial clamp and the first extension plate are integrally formed.
[0015] Furthermore, it also includes a quick-connect plug, which seals the C-type quick-connect male connector.
[0016] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model include:
[0017] Improving maintenance quality: High-precision testing and robust repair processes greatly enhance the overall performance and reliability of life jackets, reducing the risk of malfunctions during use.
[0018] Ease of use: The tool is designed with the operator’s habits in mind. Each part is easy to operate and replace, which reduces the professional skills required of the operator and makes it easy to promote and use in various places. Attached Figure Description
[0019] The disclosure of this utility model is illustrated with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be understood that the drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this utility model. In the drawings, the same reference numerals are used to refer to the same parts. Wherein:
[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the device of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the structure under the facial clamp of the device of this utility model;
[0022] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the left-side structure of the facial clamp of this utility model.
[0023] The following are labeled in the diagram: 1. Hex socket head cap screw; 2. Quick-connect plug; 3. Lower face clamp; 4. Upper face clamp; 5. Wing nut; 6. C-type quick-connect male connector; 7. Valve connector; 8. C-type quick-connect female connector; 9. High-precision pressure gauge; 10. Threaded hole; 11. Life jacket / hat mounting slot; 12. First extension plate; 13. Opening; 14. Groove; 15. Round hole; 16. Second extension plate. Detailed Implementation
[0024] It is readily understood that, based on the technical solution of this utility model, those skilled in the art can propose various interchangeable structural methods and implementations without altering the essential spirit of this utility model. Therefore, the following detailed embodiments and accompanying drawings are merely illustrative descriptions of the technical solution of this utility model and should not be considered as the entirety of this utility model or as limitations or restrictions on the technical solution of this utility model.
[0025] Example 1:
[0026] Key reference Figure 1-3 The device mainly includes a lower facial clamp (3), an upper facial clamp (4), a C-type quick male connector (6), a valve connector (7), a C-type quick female connector (8), and a high-precision pressure gauge (9).
[0027] The face clamp has multiple threaded holes 10 distributed around its upper circumference, and the threaded holes 10 are through holes.
[0028] The face clamp has multiple circular holes 15 distributed around its circumference, which mate with the threaded holes 10. A life jacket / hat mounting slot 11 is provided on the left side of the face clamp 4, positioned in the center of the multiple circular holes 15, for holding the life jacket / hat. The life jacket / hat mounting slot 11 has a through-hole 14. The air vents of the life jacket / hat are located at the through-hole 14.
[0029] The internal hex screw 1 is threaded into the threaded hole 10 and passes through the round hole 15. The outer wall of the internal hex screw 1 is threaded with a wing nut 5. The wing nut 5 presses against the outer wall of the face clamp 4, so that the lower face clamp 3 and the upper face clamp 4 are sealed together. The face part of the life jacket placed in the life jacket housing slot 11 is sealed and pressed into the lower face clamp 3 and the upper face clamp 4.
[0030] The C-type quick-connect male connector 6 connects to the air vent of the lifebuoy. A high-precision pressure gauge 9 is connected to the side of the C-type quick-connect male connector 6 furthest from the lifebuoy. A valve connector 7 is connected to the side of the high-precision pressure gauge 9 furthest from the C-type quick-connect male connector 6. A C-type quick-connect female connector 8 is connected to the side of the valve connector 7 furthest from the high-precision pressure gauge 9. The C-type quick-connect female connector 8 connects to an external air pump or manual pump.
[0031] The bottom of the lower face clamp 3 is fixedly connected to a second extension plate 16, and the bottom of the upper face clamp 4 is fixedly connected to a first extension plate 12. An opening 13 is provided on the first extension plate 12. The zipper of the life jacket is placed at the opening 13. The thicker zipper will not be compressed, so that the cap of the life jacket sealed by the lower face clamp 3 and the upper face clamp 4 can be stably sealed.
[0032] First, place the hood of the life jacket into the hood mounting slot 11 on the face clamp 4. The remaining parts are sealed and pressed tightly by the lower face clamp 3 and the upper face clamp 4, forming a cavity inside the hood. Position the inflation port of the life jacket at the slot 14, and the zipper at the wing nut 5. Connect the inflation port of the life jacket to the C-type quick-connect male connector 6. Then, inflate the C-type quick-connect female connector 8 with an external air pump, filling the life jacket with gas and bringing the internal pressure to a preset range. The reading on the high-precision pressure gauge 9 indicates whether the preset pressure has been reached. Next, close the valve connector 7 and connect the external air pump. After a preset time, observe the reading on the high-precision pressure gauge 9. If the change exceeds the preset range, the life jacket is considered damaged.
[0033] Example 2: Based on Example 1, a technical means was added to facilitate the repair of damaged life jackets.
[0034] Key reference Figure 2 There are at least two slots 14.
[0035] When a life jacket is determined to be damaged, remove it and apply testing fluid to its outer wall using a large brush. Then, seal the hood of the life jacket back into the hood mounting slot 11 and inflate it using the C-type quick-connect male connector 6. Remove the life jacket again and inspect it; areas with air bubbles are the damaged areas, which should then be marked.
[0036] The life jacket is placed back into the life jacket cap slot 11, with the damage mark on the life jacket placed at the slot opening 14. The life jacket is then secured by the lower face clamp 3 and the upper face clamp 4. Personnel then repair the damaged area marked.
[0037] The repair process is as follows: First, use an adhesive applicator to evenly apply adhesive to the damaged edges, then cover the damaged area with repair material, and finally wait for the adhesive to cure to ensure a firm repair.
[0038] The other features of Example 2 are the same as those of Example 1.
[0039] The technical scope of this utility model is not limited to the content described above. Those skilled in the art can make various modifications and variations to the above embodiments without departing from the technical concept of this utility model, and all such modifications and variations should fall within the protection scope of this utility model.
Claims
1. A tool for inspecting and repairing life jackets, characterized in that, include: The clamping mechanism includes a lower face clamp (3) and an upper face clamp (4), which are fixed by fasteners so that the brim of the lifesuit head placed in the lower face clamp (3) and the upper face clamp (4) is sealed and pressed. An airtightness testing mechanism is provided, comprising a C-type quick male connector (6), a valve connector (7), a C-type quick female connector (8), and a high-precision pressure gauge (9). The C-type quick male connector (6) is connected to the air vent on the life jacket on the sealed and compressed brim, so that the life jacket contains a preset air pressure. One end of the C-type quick male connector (6) is connected to the high-precision pressure gauge (9), and the valve connector (7) is connected to the high-precision pressure gauge (9). The end of the valve connector (7) away from the high-precision pressure gauge (9) is connected to the C-type quick female connector (8).
2. The tool for repairing life jackets according to claim 1, characterized in that, The C-type quick-connect female connector (8) is connected to an external air pump or manual pump to provide a preset air pressure.
3. The tool for repairing life jackets according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fasteners include a hexagon socket screw (1) and a wing nut (5). The lower face clamp (3) has multiple threaded holes (10) distributed around its circumference. The upper face clamp (4) has multiple round holes (15) that mate with the threaded holes (10) distributed around its circumference. The hexagon socket screw (1) is threaded into the threaded hole (10) and passes through the round hole (15). The outer wall of the hexagon socket screw (1) is threaded with a wing nut (5). The wing nut (5) presses against the outer wall of the upper face clamp (4), so that the lower face clamp (3) and the upper face clamp (4) are sealed together.
4. A tool for inspecting life jackets according to claim 3, characterized in that, A life jacket / hat body placement groove (11) is provided on one side of the face clamp (4). The life jacket / hat body placement groove (11) is used to place the life jacket to be repaired. A through slot (14) is provided on the inner wall of the life jacket / hat body placement groove (11). The air hole of the life jacket / hat body is located at the slot (14).
5. A tool for inspecting life jackets according to claim 4, characterized in that, Two slots (14) are provided for displaying the areas to be repaired during the maintenance of the life jacket.
6. A tool for inspecting life jackets according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the lower face clamp (3) is connected to a second extension plate (16), and the lower face clamp (3) and the second extension plate (16) are integrally formed. The bottom of the face clamp (4) is fixedly connected to a first extension plate (12), and the first extension plate (12) has an opening (13) for placing the zipper of the life jacket at the opening (13) so that the life jacket is stably sealed. The face clamp (4) and the first extension plate (12) are integrally formed.
7. A tool for inspecting life jackets according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a quick-connect plug (2), which blocks the C-type quick male connector (6).