Automatic track alignment device
By using a laser rangefinder and centering mechanism in the automatic track alignment device, the problem of positional deviation during track laying was solved, enabling rapid track alignment and stable connection, avoiding downtime due to malfunctions, and improving construction efficiency and safety.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423087580.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-13
- Publication Date
- 2025-11-25
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-13
AI Technical Summary
During railway construction, the laying of track lines can easily lead to positional deviations in the track structure due to differences in vehicle models and weights, which in turn can cause malfunctions and shutdowns.
An automatic track alignment device is adopted, including a laser rangefinder, an alignment mechanism, and a cylinder. The laser rangefinder detects the track position deviation, and the alignment mechanism drives the cylinder to move the track to achieve alignment, ensuring accurate and stable track alignment.
This enabled rapid and smooth track connection, avoided downtime due to malfunctions, improved construction efficiency and safety, and reduced maintenance costs.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model relates to a rail technical field, specifically, a kind of rail automatic alignment device. BACKGROUND
[0002] In the process of railway construction, the laying of track line usually adopts multi-section splicing mode, that is, a section of rail is first fixed in a specified area; after being fixed, the next section of rail is transported to the fixed rail, so that one end of the rail is aligned with one end of the fixed rail; after alignment, it is fixed; then, repeat the above construction steps, and the laying of seamless track line can be completed.
[0003] However, due to the different types and weights of train vehicles, the load on the track is also different. When the track senses the inertial impact force caused by the deceleration or stopping of the vehicle, the problem of position deviation of the track structure often occurs, which further leads to the phenomenon of fault shutdown. INVENTION CONTENTS
[0004] The utility model provides a kind of rail automatic alignment device to solve the problem of position deviation of the track structure in prior art.
[0005] The utility model provides a kind of rail automatic alignment device, rail automatic alignment device includes: first seat body and second seat body;First track and second track, first track and second track are sequentially arranged along length direction, first track is arranged on first seat body, and second track is arranged on second seat body;Laser range finder is arranged on first seat body, and it is close to the end of first track and second track connection, and laser range finder is used to detect the position of second track relative to first track;Centering mechanism is arranged on second seat body, and centering mechanism is located at the side of second track, and centering mechanism is used to drive second track to move, so that second track is centered with first track.
[0006] Further, the centering mechanism includes: two cylinders, the two cylinders are respectively arranged on the two sides of the second track, the cylinder has a fixed end and an extension end arranged oppositely, the fixed end of the cylinder is fixed on the second seat body, and the extension end is arranged close to the second track;Two push plates, one push plate is arranged at each extension end, and the cylinder moves the second track through the push plate.
[0007] Further, the rail automatic alignment device further includes: a controller, the controller is electrically connected with the two cylinders and the laser range finder respectively, and the controller is used to receive the data signal of the laser range finder and control the operation of the cylinder.
[0008] Further, the rail automatic alignment device further includes a shielding cover, the shielding cover is arranged on the outside of the laser range finder, and the shielding cover is used to shield dust.
[0009] Further, the shielding cover is located on the side of the laser range finder away from the first track, and the shielding cover is movably arranged on the first track seat.
[0010] Further, the track automatic alignment device further comprises a positioning device, the positioning device is drivingly connected with the shielding cover, and the positioning device can drive the shielding cover to move.
[0011] Further, the positioning device comprises a positioning frame, the positioning frame has oppositely arranged operation end and driving end, the positioning frame is located on the side of the laser range finder away from the first track, and the driving end is arranged close to the laser range finder, a screw rod is rotatably arranged in the positioning frame, one end of the screw rod penetrates through the operation end, an operation member is arranged outside the positioning frame and fixedly connected with the screw rod, the operation member is used for driving the screw rod to rotate, and a moving member is arranged in the positioning frame, the moving member is threadedly connected with the screw rod, one end of the moving member penetrates through the driving end and is drivingly connected with the shielding cover, and the screw rod cooperates with the moving member to drive the shielding cover to move.
[0012] Further, the driving end of the positioning frame is provided with a positioning hole, the moving member comprises a sleeve, a connecting plate and a connecting rod, the sleeve is threadedly connected with the screw rod, the connecting plate is located in the positioning frame and fixedly connected with the sleeve, one end of the connecting rod is fixedly connected with the connecting plate, and the other end of the connecting rod penetrates through the positioning hole and is connected with the shielding cover, and the positioning hole cooperates with the connecting rod to limit the sleeve and the screw rod to rotate synchronously.
[0013] Further, a guide structure is arranged between the operation member and the positioning frame, and the guide structure is used for guiding the rotation of the operation member.
[0014] Further, one side of the operation member close to the positioning frame is provided with a guide piece, the positioning frame is provided with a guide groove corresponding to the guide piece, the guide groove extends in the circumferential direction, and the guide piece and the guide groove cooperate to form the guide structure.
[0015] The technical scheme of the utility model, through the laser range finder is arranged on the first seat body, and close to the first track with the second track is connected one end, to make the laser range finder can detect the position of the second track relative to the first track, if the position of the first track and the second track is found to be misaligned, there is deviation, then can drive the setting in the second seat body, and the centering mechanism is located in the side of the second track, make the centering mechanism drive the second track to move, to make the second track and the first track are centered, thereby realizing the quick and smooth connection of the first track and the second track, and avoiding the failure downtime. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0016] The drawings accompanying the specification of this application form a part of the application and serve to further provide a further understanding of the application, the illustrative embodiments of the application and the explanations thereof serve to explain the application, and do not constitute an improper limitation on the application. In the drawings:
[0017] Figure 1 A structural schematic diagram of an automatic track alignment device is shown according to an embodiment of the present application.
[0018] Figure 2 A structural schematic diagram of a shielding cover and a positioning device is shown according to an embodiment of the present application.
[0019] Figure 3 A structural schematic diagram of a guide groove is shown according to an embodiment of the present application.
[0020] Among them, the above-mentioned drawings include the following reference signs:
[0021] 10, first seat body;
[0022] 20, second seat body;
[0023] 30, first track;
[0024] 40, second track;
[0025] 50, laser range finder;
[0026] 60, centering mechanism;
[0027] 61, air cylinder;
[0028] 611, fixed end;
[0029] 612, extension end;
[0030] 62, push plate;
[0031] 70, controller;
[0032] 80, shielding cover;
[0033] 90, positioning device;
[0034] 91, positioning frame;
[0035] 911, operation end;
[0036] 912, driving end;
[0037] 9121, positioning hole;
[0038] 92, lead screw;
[0039] 93, operating member;
[0040] 94, moving member;
[0041] 941, sleeve;
[0042] 942, connecting plate;
[0043] 943. Connecting rod;
[0044] 95. Guiding structure;
[0045] 951. Guide components;
[0046] 952. Guide groove. Detailed Implementation
[0047] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. The following description of at least one exemplary embodiment is merely illustrative and is in no way intended to limit the present utility model or its application or use. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.
[0048] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, this utility model embodiment provides an automatic track alignment device, which includes a first base 10, a second base 20, a first track 30, a second track 40, a laser rangefinder 50, and a centering mechanism 60. The first track 30 and the second track 40 are arranged sequentially along their length. The first track 30 is mounted on the first base 10, and the second track 40 is mounted on the second base 20. The laser rangefinder 50 is mounted on the first base 10, near the end of the first track 30 that connects to the second track 40, and is used to detect the position of the second track 40 relative to the first track 30. The centering mechanism 60 is mounted on the second base 20, located on the side of the second track 40, and is used to drive the second track 40 to move, thereby aligning the second track 40 with the first track 30.
[0049] By applying the technical solution of this utility model, the laser rangefinder 50 is set on the first base 10 and close to the end of the first track 30 that is connected to the second track 40. This allows the laser rangefinder 50 to detect the position of the second track 40 relative to the first track 30. If the positions of the first track 30 and the second track 40 are found to be misaligned, the centering mechanism 60, which is set on the second base 20 and located on the side of the second track 40, can be driven to move the second track 40 so that the second track 40 is aligned with the first track 30. This achieves a quick and smooth connection between the first track 30 and the second track 40, avoiding malfunctions and downtime.
[0050] Further, the centering mechanism 60 comprises two air cylinders 61 and two push plates 62. Among them, the two air cylinders 61 are respectively arranged on the two sides of the second track 40, the air cylinder 61 has a fixed end 611 and an extension end 612 arranged oppositely, the fixed end 611 of the air cylinder 61 is fixed on the second seat body 20, and the extension end 612 is arranged close to the second track 40; each extension end 612 is provided with a push plate 62, and the air cylinder 61 moves the second track 40 through the push plate 62. Through the above setting, the fixed end 611 of the air cylinder 61 is fixed on the second seat body 20, and the extension end 612 is arranged close to the second track 40, the two air cylinders 61 can provide sufficient and balanced thrust for the movement of the second track 40, and the action is rapid and can quickly push the second track 40, realize the centering of the first track 30 and the second track 40, and can ensure the stability and accuracy of the track in the alignment process. In addition, the air cylinder uses compressed air as a power source, and the work is reliable. Since the process of converting the pressure of compressed air into mechanical energy does not involve friction and wear, the service life of the air cylinder is usually longer, and the structure of the air cylinder 61 is simple, easy to disassemble and maintain, and the maintenance cost is lower. Each extension end 612 of the two air cylinders 61 is provided with a push plate 62, and the push plate 62 can increase the contact area with the second track 40, avoid local excessive thrust and cause the second track 40 to be skewed, and ensure that the second track 40 and the first track 30 are successfully centered.
[0051] In the embodiment of the present application, the push plate 62 close to one end of the second track 40 is also provided with a friction-increasing contact pad, which can increase the friction between the push plate 62 and the second track 40, reduce the risk of slipping, and ensure that the push plate 62 smoothly pushes the second track 40 to move.
[0052] Specifically, the track automatic alignment device further comprises a controller 70, the controller 70 is electrically connected with the two air cylinders 61 and the laser range finder 50 respectively, and the controller 70 is used for receiving the data signal of the laser range finder 50 and controlling the operation of the air cylinder 61. Through the above setting, the controller 70 is electrically connected with the two air cylinders 61 and the laser range finder 50 respectively, the laser range finder 50 detects that the first track and the first track are not centered and there is deviation, the controller 70 can receive the data signal of the laser range finder 50 and control the operation of the air cylinder 61, so that the controller 70 can realize the automatic control of the two air cylinders 61, reduce the manual intervention, improve the work efficiency and safety, and also can adjust the flow and pressure of the compressed air to accurately control the movement speed and thrust of the air cylinder 61.
[0053] As Figure 1As shown, the track automatic alignment device further comprises a shielding cover 80, which is arranged outside the laser range finder 50 and is used for shielding dust. Through the above arrangement, the shielding cover 80 effectively protects the laser range finder 50, avoids the influence of external dust and debris on the detection accuracy, reduces misoperation, and ensures the stable operation of the track automatic alignment device.
[0054] Specifically, the shielding cover 80 is located away from the first track 30 on one side of the laser range finder 50, and is movably arranged on the first track 30 seat. The shielding cover 80 can adjust the position of the laser range finder 50. Through the above arrangement, the adjustable design makes the shielding cover 80 can adjust the position according to the actual needs, not only protects the laser range finder 50, but also does not affect its detection range, which is suitable for the alignment requirements of tracks of different sizes, and improves the adaptability and flexibility of the device.
[0055] In the embodiment of the present application, a positioning clamping seat is further arranged on the side of the shielding cover 80 close to the first track 30. The positioning clamping seat can provide better support for the shielding cover 80. A shock isolation clamp pad is further arranged on the side of the positioning clamping seat close to the first track 30. The shock isolation clamp pad can effectively separate the positioning clamping seat from the side of the first track 30, so as to avoid the influence of the shock force formed by the movement of the vehicle on the stable use of the positioning clamping seat and the shielding cover 80.
[0056] Further, the track automatic alignment device further comprises a positioning device 90, which is drivingly connected with the shielding cover 80 and can drive the shielding cover 80 to move. Through the above arrangement, the positioning device 90 can ensure the accurate positioning of the shielding cover 80, and can also drive the shielding cover 80 to adjust the position according to the actual needs through the positioning device 90. The adaptability and flexibility of the device are improved.
[0057] As Figure 1 With Figure 2As shown, the positioning device 90 comprises a positioning frame 91, a lead screw 92, an operating member 93, and a moving member 94. The positioning frame 91 has an operating end 911 and a driving end 912 oppositely arranged, the positioning frame 91 is located at a side of the laser range finder 50 away from the first track 30, and the driving end 912 is arranged close to the laser range finder 50. The lead screw 92 is rotatably arranged in the positioning frame 91, and one end of the lead screw 92 penetrates through the operating end 911. The operating member 93 is arranged outside the positioning frame 91 and is fixedly connected with the lead screw 92, and the operating member 93 is used for driving the lead screw 92 to rotate. The moving member 94 is arranged in the positioning frame 91 and is threadedly connected with the lead screw 92, one end of the moving member 94 penetrates out of the driving end 912 and is drivingly connected with the shielding cover 80, and the lead screw 92 cooperates with the moving member 94 to drive the shielding cover 80 to move. Through the above arrangement, the lead screw 92 is rotatably arranged in the positioning frame 91, one end of the lead screw 92 penetrates through the operating end 911 and is fixedly connected with the operating member 93, the operating member 93 can drive the lead screw 92 to rotate by rotating, the moving member 94 is threadedly connected with the lead screw 92, one end of the moving member 94 penetrates out of the driving end 912 and is drivingly connected with the shielding cover 80, and the lead screw 92 drives the moving member 94 to move close to or away from the shielding cover 80, so that the movement of the shielding cover 80 is more stable and accurate.
[0058] In the embodiment of the present application, an operating hole is arranged at one end of the operating member 93 away from the lead screw 92. The arrangement of the operating hole facilitates the contact between a screwdriver and the operating member 93, facilitates the force application, and avoids the problem of hand injury caused by the sharp point of the operating member 93 after abrasion.
[0059] Further, the driving end 912 of the positioning frame 91 is provided with a positioning hole 9121, the moving member 94 comprises a sleeve 941, a connecting plate 942, and a connecting rod 943, the sleeve 941 is threadedly connected with the lead screw 92, the connecting plate 942 is located in the positioning frame 91 and is fixedly connected with the sleeve 941, one end of the connecting rod 943 is fixedly connected with the connecting plate 942, and the other end of the connecting rod 943 penetrates out of the positioning hole 9121 and is connected with the shielding cover 80, and the positioning hole 9121 cooperates with the connecting rod 943 to limit the sleeve 941 from rotating synchronously with the lead screw 92. Through the above arrangement, the other end of the connecting rod 943 penetrates out of the positioning hole 9121 and is connected with the shielding cover 80, which limits the sleeve 941 from rotating synchronously with the lead screw 92 and ensures the accurate movement of the shielding cover 80.
[0060] Specifically, a guide structure 95 is arranged between the operating member 93 and the positioning frame 91, and the guide structure 95 is used for guiding the rotation of the operating member 93. Through the above arrangement, the guide structure 95 ensures the stable rotation of the operating member 93 and prevents the deviation and vibration in the operation process.
[0061] Among them, as shown in FIG. 1, the first track 30 is arranged on the first side of the laser range finder 50, and the second track 40 is arranged on the second side of the laser range finder 50. Figure 2 And3 As shown, the side of the operating member 93 close to the positioning frame 91 is provided with a guide member 951, and the positioning frame 91 is provided with a guide groove 952 corresponding to the guide member 951, the guide groove 952 extends in the circumferential direction, and the guide member 951 and the guide groove 952 form a guide structure 95. Through the above arrangement, the cooperation of the guide member 951 and the guide groove 952 not only ensures the accurate rotation of the operating member 93, but also improves the stability and durability of the entire device, and reduces the maintenance requirements caused by component wear or damage.
[0062] The use process and working principle of the present application: through the laser range finder 50, the information whether the first track 30 and the second track 40 are centered is obtained, and the information is transmitted to the controller 70 through the electrical connection between the controller 70 and the air cylinder 61. If the first track 30 and the second track 40 are not centered, the controller 70 controls the air cylinder 61 to run, and the push plate 62 provided on the extending end 612 of the air cylinder 61 pushes the second track 40 to move, so as to help the related fixing and auxiliary structure of the connecting track to quickly and smoothly connect the first track 30 and the second track 40, and avoid fault shutdown. The shielding cover 80 can shield the laser range finder 50, effectively avoid the interference of dust and debris in the working environment on the working of the laser range finder 50, improve the detection accuracy, and through the setting of the positioning clamping seat, the shielding cover 80 can be well positioned and supported. The shock isolation clamp pad can effectively separate the positioning clamping seat and the side of the first track 30, and avoid the influence of the shock force formed by the movement of the vehicle on the stable use of the positioning clamping seat and the shielding cover 80.
[0063] It should be noted that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments in accordance with the present application. As used herein, the singular forms "a", "an" and "the" are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms "comprises" and / or "comprising," when used in this specification, specify the presence of stated features, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups thereof, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups thereof.
[0064] The foregoing description, for purposes of explanation, sets forth specific values and arrangements of components and steps that are subject to many options. It is their functions, equivalents, and combinations thereof, that are intended to be abidingly abstracted. In the claims, means-plus-function clauses, if used, are intended to cover structures described herein as performing the recited functions and not only structural equivalents but also equivalent structures. Although the numerical expressions used herein drop out any decimal point, the numerical values actually used in the calculations are typically expressed in decimal form. The numerical values used in the examples are intended to be illustrative only and are not intended to limit the scope of the application. Other examples of the illustrative embodiments can have different values. It is to be understood that the foregoing description and specific examples are intended to explain and not to limit the scope of the application, which is defined by the scope of the appended claims, including all equivalents thereof.
[0065] In the description of the present application, it needs to be understood that the orientation words such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, perpendicular, horizontal" and "top, bottom" and the like indicated orientation or position relationship are generally based on the orientation or position relationship shown in the drawings, only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, without making the opposite statement, these orientation words do not indicate and imply that the indicated device or element must have a specific orientation or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, therefore it cannot be understood as a limitation on the protection scope of the present application; the orientation words "inner, outer" refer to the inner and outer of the contour of each component itself.
[0066] For the convenience of description, spatial relative terms such as "above", "upper", "on", "upper surface", "upper", and the like can be used herein to describe the spatial position relationship of one device or feature with other devices or features as shown in the drawings. It should be understood that the spatial relative terms are intended to include different orientations in use or operation in addition to the orientation of the device described in the drawings. For example, if the device in the drawing is inverted, the device described as "above" or "above" other devices or structures will be positioned "below" or "below" other devices or structures. Thus, the example term "above" can include both "above" and "below" orientations. The device can also be positioned in other different ways (rotated 90 degrees or in other orientations), and the spatial relative description used herein is interpreted accordingly.
[0067] In addition, it needs to be explained that the use of "first", "second" and the like to limit the parts is only for the convenience of distinguishing the corresponding parts, and the above words have no special meaning unless otherwise stated, therefore it cannot be understood as a limitation on the protection scope of the present application.
[0068] The above merely describes preferred embodiments of the present application and is not intended to limit the present application. For those skilled in the art, the present application can have various modifications and changes. Any modification, equivalent replacement, improvement, etc. made within the spirit and principle of the present application shall be included in the protection scope of the present application.
Claims
1. A track auto-alignment device, characterized by, The track automatic alignment device comprises: a first seat body (10) and a second seat body (20); a first track (30) and a second track (40), the first track (30) and the second track (40) are sequentially arranged along the length direction, the first track (30) is arranged on the first seat body (10), and the second track (40) is arranged on the second seat body (20); a laser range finder (50) arranged on the first seat body (10) and close to one end of the first track (30) connected with the second track (40), the laser range finder (50) is used for detecting the position of the second track (40) relative to the first track (30); a centering mechanism (60) arranged on the second seat body (20), the centering mechanism (60) is located on the side of the second track (40), and the centering mechanism (60) is used for driving the second track (40) to move, so that the second track (40) is centered with the first track (30).
2. The track auto-alignment device of claim 1, wherein, The centering mechanism (60) comprises: two air cylinders (61), the two air cylinders (61) are respectively arranged on the two sides of the second track (40), the air cylinder (61) has a fixed end (611) and an extension end (612) arranged oppositely, the fixed end (611) of the air cylinder (61) is fixed on the second seat body (20), and the extension end (612) is arranged close to the second track (40); two push plates (62), one push plate (62) is arranged on each extension end (612), and the air cylinder (61) drives the second track (40) to move through the push plate (62).
3. The track auto-alignment device of claim 2, wherein, The track automatic alignment device further comprises: a controller (70), the controller (70) is electrically connected with the two air cylinders (61) and the laser range finder (50) respectively, the controller (70) is used for receiving the data signal of the laser range finder (50) and controlling the operation of the air cylinder (61).
4. The track auto-alignment device of claim 1, wherein, The track automatic alignment device further comprises a shielding cover (80), the shielding cover (80) is arranged on the outside of the laser range finder (50), and the shielding cover (80) is used for shielding dust.
5. The track auto-alignment device of claim 4, wherein, The shielding cover (80) is located on the side of the laser range finder (50) away from the first track (30), the shielding cover (80) is movably arranged on the first track (30) seat, and the shielding cover (80) can adjust the position of the laser range finder (50).
6. The track auto-alignment device of claim 5, wherein, The track automatic alignment device further comprises a positioning device (90), the positioning device (90) is drivingly connected with the shielding cover (80), and the positioning device (90) can drive the shielding cover (80) to move.
7. The track auto-alignment device of claim 6, wherein, The positioning device (90) comprises: a positioning frame (91), the positioning frame (91) has an operation end (911) and a driving end (912) arranged oppositely, the positioning frame (91) is located on the side of the laser range finder (50) away from the first track (30), and the driving end (912) is arranged close to the laser range finder (50). A lead screw (92) is rotatably arranged in the positioning frame (91), one end of the lead screw (92) penetrates through the operation end (911); An operation member (93) is arranged outside the positioning frame (91) and fixedly connected with the lead screw (92), the operation member (93) is used for driving the lead screw (92) to rotate; A moving member (94) is arranged in the positioning frame (91), the moving member (94) is threadedly connected with the lead screw (92), one end of the moving member (94) penetrates through the driving end (912) and is drivingly connected with the shielding cover (80), the lead screw (92) cooperates with the moving member (94) to drive the shielding cover (80) to move.
8. The track auto-alignment device of claim 7, wherein, The driving end (912) of the positioning frame (91) is provided with a positioning hole (9121), the moving member (94) comprises a sleeve (941), a connecting plate (942) and a connecting rod (943), the sleeve (941) is threadedly connected with the lead screw (92), the connecting plate (942) is located in the positioning frame (91), and the connecting plate (942) is fixedly connected with the sleeve (941), one end of the connecting rod (943) is fixedly connected with the connecting plate (942), the other end of the connecting rod (943) penetrates through the positioning hole (9121) and is connected with the shielding cover (80), and the positioning hole (9121) cooperates with the connecting rod (943) to limit the sleeve (941) and the lead screw (92) to rotate synchronously.
9. The track auto-alignment device of claim 7, wherein, A guide structure (95) is arranged between the operation member (93) and the positioning frame (91), the guide structure (95) is used for guiding the rotation of the operation member (93).
10. The track auto-alignment device of claim 9, wherein, One side of the operation member (93) close to the positioning frame (91) is provided with a guide member (951), the positioning frame (91) is provided with a guide groove (952) corresponding to the guide member (951), the guide groove (952) extends in the circumferential direction, and the guide member (951) and the guide groove (952) cooperate to form the guide structure (95).