Special-shaped connector clamping plate

By designing custom-shaped clamps with compatible card holders, locking holes, curved sections, and top supports, the problems of deformation and breakage of custom-shaped clamps were solved, thereby improving the stability and service life of rail connections.

CN223593148UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-25LINZHOU CHANGDA RAILWAY MATERIAL CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423198599.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-24
Publication Date
2025-11-25
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-24

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing irregularly shaped clamps are prone to deformation during use, and may even break at rail joints, resulting in reduced stability and shorter service life.

Method used

A special-shaped clamp was designed, which includes a clip that matches the bottom of the rail, a locking hole that matches the web of the rail, an arc-shaped part near the joint, a top support that matches the top of the rail, and a trapezoidal groove in the clip to fix the rail, adapting to the thermal expansion and contraction of the rail and preventing misalignment and breakage.

Benefits of technology

It effectively prevents misalignment of rail joints, improves the stability and service life of the rail clamps, and adapts to changes in rail thermal expansion and contraction.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a special-shaped connector clamping plate which comprises a special-shaped clamping plate body, a clamping support is arranged at the bottom of the special-shaped clamping plate body in the moving direction of the special-shaped clamping plate body, the clamping support is matched with the rail bottom of a steel rail, and a lock hole is formed in the waist portion of the special-shaped clamping plate body and matched with the rail waist of the steel rail. The clamping plate can be used for connecting a front steel rail and a rear steel rail which are inconsistent, rail bottoms at different positions of the two steel rails can be lifted and fixed through the clamping supports, and when the steel rails are stressed, the problems that joints are staggered up and down, the special-shaped clamping plate is deformed after a long time, and even the joints of the steel rails are broken are solved; the service life of the clamping plate is prolonged.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of rail clamp technology, and in particular to a non-circular joint clamp. Background Technology

[0002] Railway track safety is of paramount importance in transportation construction. During track design and rail laying, it is necessary to sequentially connect two consecutive rail sections to form a unified track. Rail clamps (rail joint clamps, also known as fishplates or track clamps) are fasteners used to connect rails, serving a connecting function at the rail joint. For two consecutive rail sections with the same height, ordinary rail clamps are sufficient. However, for rail sections with different heights, irregularly shaped clamps are required. Irregularly shaped clamps are mainly used to connect rails with the same height but different bases.

[0003] Currently, the irregular-shaped rail clamps are designed to match the sides of the two rail sections. However, during use, due to the different foundation depths and ballast laying conditions of the two rail sections on the track bed, the stress on the two rail sections is also different when the train passes over them. This can cause the two rails to misalign. Over time, the irregular-shaped rail clamps will deform and may even break at the rail joints, resulting in reduced stability and a shorter service life. Therefore, there is an urgent need for an irregular-shaped rail clamp that can ensure the stability of the rail joints. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a non-circular joint clamp to solve the problems of existing non-circular joint clamps deforming, even breaking at the joint of the rail, resulting in reduced stability and service life.

[0005] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] A non-circular joint clamp includes a non-circular clamp, a retainer is provided at the bottom of the non-circular clamp along its direction, the retainer is adapted to the bottom of the rail, and a locking hole is provided at the waist of the non-circular clamp, the locking hole is adapted to the web of the rail.

[0007] A further technical solution is that the width of the turning point of the card is less than the joint width of the two rails.

[0008] A further technical solution is that the irregularly shaped clamp is provided with at least one arc-shaped part, which is close to the joint of the rail.

[0009] A further technical solution is that the arc-shaped part is located between two adjacent keyholes.

[0010] A further technical solution is that the card holder is provided with a trapezoidal groove that is adapted to the bottom of the rail.

[0011] A further technical solution is that the minimum diameter of the trapezoidal groove is smaller than the minimum diameter of the rail bottom.

[0012] A further technical solution is that the top of the irregularly shaped clamp is provided with a top support, which is adapted to the top of the rail.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the present invention can achieve at least one of the following beneficial effects:

[0014] This utility model proposes an irregular joint clamp plate, which can be used to connect two rails with different front and rear sections. Moreover, by using a clip, the bottom of the rails at different positions of the two rails can be lifted and fixed. When the rails are under stress, it prevents misalignment at the joint, which could lead to deformation of the irregular clamp plate or even breakage at the rail joint over time. This ensures the stability of the clamp plate and improves its service life. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an irregularly shaped joint clamp of this utility model.

[0016] Figure 2 This utility model Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the irregularly shaped clamping plate.

[0017] Figure 3 This utility model Figure 2 A structural diagram from a top-down perspective.

[0018] Reference numerals: 1. Irregularly shaped clamp; 2. Rail; 21. Rail base; 22. Rail web; 23. Rail top; 3. Clip; 4. Locking hole; 5. Curved part; 6. Top support. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can typically be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0020] Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to illustrate selected embodiments of the invention. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0021] It should be noted that, where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features in the embodiments of this utility model can be combined with each other.

[0022] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this utility model is in use, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly understood by those skilled in the art. They are only used for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. In addition, the terms "first," "second," etc., are only used to distinguish descriptions and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should also be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," and "link" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0025] Example 1:

[0026] This implementation example Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a non-circular joint clamp includes a non-circular clamp 1. A clip 3 is provided at the bottom of the non-circular clamp 1 along its direction. The clip 3 is adapted to the rail bottom 21 of the rail 2. A locking hole 4 is provided on the waist of the non-circular clamp 1. The locking hole 4 is adapted to the rail waist 22 of the rail 2.

[0027] During installation, first install the two irregularly shaped clamps 1 on both sides of the joint of the two rail sections 2, ensuring that the clamping brackets 3 of the irregularly shaped clamps 1 are locked to the rail base 21 of the rail 2. Then, install the rail bolts, which pass through the two irregularly shaped clamps 1 and the rail 2, and lock the three together firmly. The irregularly shaped clamps 1 can be used to connect two rail sections 2 that are not identical. Moreover, the clamping brackets 3 can support and fix the rail base 21 at different positions of the two rail sections 2. When the rail 2 is under stress, it prevents the joint from becoming misaligned, which could lead to deformation of the irregularly shaped clamps over time, or even breakage at the rail joint. This ensures the stability of the clamps and extends their service life.

[0028] Preferably, the width of the turning point of the cassette 3 is less than the joint width of the two rails 2.

[0029] Rail 2 will expand and contract with temperature changes, to prevent the rail from being affected by the turning point of the clamp 3 (i.e. the point where the clamp 3 changes height) when it expands and contracts with temperature changes.

[0030] Example 2:

[0031] The irregularly shaped clamp 1 is provided with at least one arc-shaped part 5, which is close to the joint of the rail 2.

[0032] When the rail 2 expands and contracts due to heat, the arc-shaped part 5 will expand and contract accordingly to adapt to the changes in the rail.

[0033] Preferably, the arc-shaped portion 5 is located between two adjacent keyholes 4.

[0034] The keyhole 4 avoids the arc-shaped part 5 to prevent interference with the effect of the arc-shaped part 5.

[0035] Preferably, the tray 3 is provided with a trapezoidal groove that matches the rail base 21. The minimum diameter of the trapezoidal groove is smaller than the minimum diameter of the rail base 21.

[0036] The trapezoidal groove of the clip 3 engages tightly with the rail base 21, ensuring a secure fixation of the rail 2.

[0037] Preferably, the top of the irregularly shaped clamp 1 is provided with a top support 6, which is adapted to the rail top 23 of the rail 2.

[0038] The top support 6 of the irregularly shaped clamp 1 is used to support the rail top 23 of the rail 2, thus providing support for the load.

[0039] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A non-circular joint clamp, comprising a non-circular clamp (1), characterized in that: The bottom of the irregular clamp (1) is provided with a card holder (3) along its direction. The card holder (3) is adapted to the bottom (21) of the rail (2). The waist of the irregular clamp (1) is provided with a locking hole (4). The locking hole (4) is adapted to the waist (22) of the rail (2).

2. The irregularly shaped joint clamp according to claim 1, characterized in that: The width of the turning point of the cassette (3) is less than the joint width of the two rails (2).

3. The irregularly shaped joint clamp according to claim 1, characterized in that: The irregularly shaped clamp (1) is provided with at least one arc-shaped part (5), which is close to the joint of the rail (2).

4. The irregular joint clamp plate according to claim 3, characterized in that: The arc-shaped part (5) is located between two adjacent keyholes (4).

5. The irregularly shaped joint clamp according to claim 1, characterized in that: The card holder (3) is provided with a trapezoidal groove that is adapted to the bottom rail (21).

6. The irregular joint clamp plate according to claim 5, characterized in that: The minimum diameter of the trapezoidal groove is smaller than the minimum diameter of the rail bottom (21).

7. The irregularly shaped joint clamp according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the irregular clamp (1) is provided with a top support (6), which is adapted to the top (23) of the rail (2).