Underwater measuring device and measuring system based on ultrasonic depth finder
By designing an underwater ultrasonic depth sounder measurement device, utilizing an installation pipe and bottom net structure combined with a lifting assembly, the problem of damage to measuring components caused by water flow scouring was solved, achieving a long service life and convenient installation of the measurement device, and ensuring continuous monitoring of riverbed scouring.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202422967139.5
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-02
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-02
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-02
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, underwater measuring devices have a short service life, are inconvenient to maintain after installation, and are easily damaged or washed away by water flow.
The underwater measuring device using an ultrasonic depth sounder is connected to the surface construction platform via an installation pipe. The installation pipe includes a pipe body and a bottom net. The measuring element is placed on the bottom net. Combined with a lifting assembly and a detachable connection structure, the measuring element is prevented from being suspended in the water flow for a long time.
It improves the service life of the measuring device, ensures long-term monitoring of riverbed scour, reduces installation difficulty and improves safety, and facilitates maintenance.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of underwater detection technology, and in particular to an underwater measuring device and measuring system based on an ultrasonic depth sounder. Background Technology
[0002] When constructing the substructure of bridges in rivers or near-shore waters, trestle bridges and other floating construction platforms are often used as transportation channels for materials and equipment. Therefore, floating construction platforms are widely used in bridge construction.
[0003] The scouring effect of water flow can carry away soil material around the pile foundation, reducing the pile foundation's bearing capacity and increasing the danger of operating on the water-based construction platform. Therefore, it is necessary to measure the scouring of the pile foundation on the water-based construction platform to facilitate timely intervention and maintain the pile foundation's bearing capacity. In existing technologies, there is a risk that the measuring components may be exposed through the installation pipe. Due to the continuous scouring of the water flow, the measuring components may be damaged or washed away, resulting in a short service life for the measuring device and inconvenient maintenance after installation. Utility Model Content
[0004] This utility model provides an underwater measuring device and system based on an ultrasonic depth sounder to solve the technical problem of low service life of measuring devices in related technologies.
[0005] In a first aspect, this utility model provides an underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder. The measuring device includes an installation pipe and a measuring component. The installation pipe is connected to an offshore construction platform and extends toward the pile foundation of the offshore construction platform. The installation pipe includes a pipe body and a bottom net. The bottom net is located at the lower end opening of the pipe body. The measuring component is located on the bottom net at the bottom end of the installation pipe.
[0006] In some embodiments, it further includes: a lifting component;
[0007] One end of the lifting assembly is connected to the water construction platform, and the other end is connected to the measuring component.
[0008] In some embodiments, the lifting component includes:
[0009] A wire winder, which is installed on the water construction platform;
[0010] A lifting line, one end of which is wound around the winding device, and the other end is connected to the measuring element.
[0011] In some embodiments,
[0012] The installation pipe is detachably connected to the water construction platform.
[0013] In some embodiments, multiple clamps are also provided;
[0014] Multiple clamps are spaced apart and fitted around the top of the installation pipe, with the outer side of each clamp fixedly connected to one side of the water construction platform.
[0015] In some embodiments, the bottom mesh and the tube body are detachably connected.
[0016] In some embodiments, the base mesh is a square grid.
[0017] In some embodiments, the width of each square of the square grid is one-third to two-thirds of the width of the measuring element.
[0018] In some embodiments, the pipe body includes a plurality of pipe segments, each of which is connected sequentially.
[0019] Secondly, this utility model provides an underwater measurement system based on an ultrasonic depth sounder, including the aforementioned underwater measurement device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder.
[0020] The beneficial effects of the technical solution provided by this utility model include:
[0021] This utility model provides an underwater measuring device and system based on an ultrasonic depth sounder. The measuring device includes an installation pipe and a measuring element. The installation pipe is connected to a construction platform on the water and extends towards the pile foundation of the construction platform. The installation pipe includes a pipe body and a bottom net, with the bottom net located at the lower end of the pipe body. The measuring element is located on the bottom net at the bottom end of the installation pipe. This utility model's installation pipe connects to the construction platform on the water and extends towards the pile foundation. The measuring device formed by the installation pipe and the measuring element places the measuring element on the bottom net of the installation pipe. This avoids the risk of damage or being washed away by water flow caused by the long-term suspension of the measuring element outside the pipe body in traditional measuring devices, thus improving the service life of the measuring device and ensuring long-term monitoring of riverbed scour. Attached Figure Description
[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.
[0023] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder provided for an embodiment of this utility model;
[0024] Figure 2A schematic diagram of the bottom net of an underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder provided for an embodiment of this utility model;
[0025] Figure label:
[0026] 1. Installation pipe; 11. Pipe body; 12. Bottom mesh;
[0027] 2. Lifting assembly; 21. Winding device; 22. Lifting line;
[0028] 3. Measuring parts;
[0029] 4. Waterborne construction platform;
[0030] 5. Clamps. Detailed Implementation
[0031] 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, not all, of the embodiments of this utility model. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0032] This utility model provides an underwater measurement device and system based on an ultrasonic depth sounder, which can solve the technical problem of low service life of measurement devices in related technologies.
[0033] See Figure 1 As shown in the figure, an underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder is provided in this embodiment of the present invention, which includes an installation tube 1 and a measuring component 3.
[0034] The installation pipe 1 is connected to the water-based construction platform 4 and extends towards the pile foundation of the water-based construction platform 4. The installation pipe 1 has a pipe body 11 and a bottom net 12. The bottom net 12 is located at the lower end opening of the pipe body 11, and the measuring element 3 is located on the bottom net 12 at the bottom end of the installation pipe 1. In this invention, the installation pipe is connected to the water-based construction platform and extends towards the pile foundation of the water-based construction platform. The measuring device formed by the installation pipe and the measuring element places the measuring element on the bottom net of the installation pipe. This avoids the risk of damage or being washed away by water flow caused by the long-term suspension of the measuring element outside the pipe body in traditional measuring devices, thus improving the service life of the measuring device and ensuring long-term monitoring of riverbed scouring.
[0035] This utility model provides an underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder. The measuring device includes an installation pipe and a measuring component. The installation pipe is connected to a construction platform on the water and extends towards the pile foundation of the construction platform. The installation pipe has a pipe body and a bottom net, with the bottom net located at the lower end of the pipe body. The installation pipe of this utility model connects to the construction platform on the water and extends towards the pile foundation. The measuring component is housed inside the installation pipe. The measuring device formed by the installation pipe and the measuring component has a simple structure, is easy to install in aquatic environments, reduces installation difficulty, and improves the safety and convenience of measurement operations. Furthermore, placing the measuring component on the bottom net of the installation pipe avoids the risk of damage or being washed away by water flow caused by the long-term suspension of the measuring component outside the pipe body in traditional measuring devices. This extends the service life of the measuring device and ensures long-term monitoring of riverbed scouring.
[0036] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, see [link to utility model description]. Figure 1 As shown, a lifting assembly 2 is also provided. One end of the lifting assembly is connected to the water-based construction platform 4, and the other end is connected to the measuring element 3. The installation pipe 1 is connected to the water-based construction platform 4 and extends towards the pile foundation of the water-based construction platform 4. The installation pipe 1 has a pipe body 11 and a bottom net 12. The bottom net 12 is located at the lower opening of the pipe body 11. One end of the lifting assembly 2 is connected to the water-based construction platform 4, and the measuring element 3 is located on the bottom net 12 at the bottom end of the installation pipe 1. The measuring element 3 is connected to the other end of the lifting assembly 2. The lifting assembly of this utility model is connected to the water-based construction platform and the measuring element. The lifting assembly is used to lift the measuring element to adjust its height.
[0037] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, see [link to utility model description]. Figure 1 As shown, the lifting assembly 2 includes a winding device 21 and a lifting line 22. The winding device 21 is mounted on the water construction platform 4. One end of the lifting line 22 is wound around the winding device 21, and the other end is connected to the measuring element 3. The winding device 21 can be hand-cranked or electric, and is used to wind the lifting line 22. The lifting assembly structure formed by the winding device and the lifting line in this invention is simple, the connection is stable, it is easy to install and adjust the position of the winding device, it reduces the installation difficulty of the measuring device, and it facilitates the later maintenance of the measuring element.
[0038] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, the installation pipe 1 is detachably connected to the water construction platform 4. In this embodiment of the utility model, the top of the installation pipe 1 is detachably connected to one side of the water construction platform 4. The detachable structure facilitates timely replacement and reuse.
[0039] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, see [link to utility model description]. Figure 1 As shown, multiple clamps 5 are also provided. The multiple clamps 5 are spaced apart and sleeved on the top outer periphery of the installation pipe 1. The outer side of each clamp 5 is fixedly connected to one side of the water construction platform 4. The installation pipe 1 is fixed to one side of the water construction platform 4 by the multiple clamps 5, realizing the detachable connection between the top of the installation pipe 1 and one side of the water construction platform 4. The clamps are easy to use, have strong clamping force and good sealing performance, and improve the stability of the connection between the installation pipe and the water construction platform.
[0040] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, see [link to utility model description]. Figure 1 As shown, the bottom mesh 12 is detachably connected to the tube body 11. The bottom mesh 12 covers the bottom opening of the tube body 11 and is used to support the measuring component 3. The traditional way to fix the bottom mesh 12 is by threaded connection, which avoids the measuring component 3 being exposed to flowing water and eroded by the flowing water when the threaded connection is used. The detachable connection method makes it easy to replace the bottom mesh according to the actual mesh size requirements.
[0041] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, see [link to utility model description]. Figure 2 As shown, the bottom mesh 12 is a square grid. The square grid structure is simple. While supporting the measuring element 3 as the bottom mesh 12, it does not obstruct the measuring element 3, thereby improving the measurement accuracy.
[0042] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the invention, the width of each square of the square grid is one-third to two-thirds of the width of the measuring element 3, minimizing obstruction while supporting the measuring element 3. In this embodiment, the measuring element 3 is an ultrasonic depth sounder, used to measure water depth to monitor riverbed erosion. A square grid with each square being one-third to two-thirds the width of the ultrasonic depth sounder is used as the base mesh 12, ensuring support for the ultrasonic depth sounder while minimizing obstruction of ultrasonic waves, thus guaranteeing the detection sensitivity of the ultrasonic depth sounder.
[0043] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the invention, the pipe body 11 is provided with multiple pipe segments, each of which is connected sequentially. In this embodiment, each pipe segment is connected by a flange, which facilitates transportation and installation, and after measurement, facilitates recycling and reuse.
[0044] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, the mounting tube 1 is made of steel or aluminum, which is not prone to scale buildup, damage, or deformation, thus ensuring durability underwater.
[0045] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, the inner diameter of the mounting tube 1 is 30mm-40mm larger than the diameter of the measuring element 3. In this embodiment of the utility model, the lifting component 2 is used to lift and lower the measuring element 3. The inner diameter of the mounting tube 1 is 30mm-40mm larger than the diameter of the measuring element 3. While ensuring that the measuring element 3 passes smoothly, the size difference between the measuring element 3 and the mounting tube 1 is controlled to prevent the measuring element 3 from tilting during the lifting and lowering process, thus affecting the measurement effect.
[0046] This utility model embodiment also provides an underwater measurement system based on an ultrasonic depth sounder, including the aforementioned underwater measurement device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder, wherein the measurement device is provided with an installation tube 1 and a measuring component 3.
[0047] The installation pipe 1 is connected to the water-based construction platform 4 and extends towards the pile foundation of the water-based construction platform 4. The installation pipe 1 has a pipe body 11 and a bottom net 12. The bottom net 12 is located at the lower end opening of the pipe body 11, and the measuring element 3 is located on the bottom net 12 at the bottom end of the installation pipe 1. In this invention, the installation pipe is connected to the water-based construction platform and extends towards the pile foundation of the water-based construction platform. The measuring device formed by the installation pipe and the measuring element places the measuring element on the bottom net of the installation pipe. This avoids the risk of damage or being washed away by water flow caused by the long-term suspension of the measuring element outside the pipe body in traditional measuring devices, thus improving the service life of the measuring device and ensuring long-term monitoring of riverbed scour by the measuring system.
[0048] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, see [link to utility model description]. Figure 1 As shown, a lifting assembly 2 is also provided. One end of the lifting assembly is connected to the water-based construction platform 4, and the other end is connected to the measuring element 3. The installation pipe 1 is connected to the water-based construction platform 4 and extends towards the pile foundation of the water-based construction platform 4. The installation pipe 1 has a pipe body 11 and a bottom net 12. The bottom net 12 is located at the lower opening of the pipe body 11. One end of the lifting assembly 2 is connected to the water-based construction platform 4, and the measuring element 3 is located on the bottom net 12 at the bottom end of the installation pipe 1. The measuring element 3 is connected to the other end of the lifting assembly 2. The lifting assembly of this utility model is connected to the water-based construction platform and the measuring element. The lifting assembly is used to lift the measuring element to adjust its height.
[0049] As an optional implementation, in one embodiment of the utility model, see [link to utility model description]. Figure 1As shown, the lifting assembly 2 includes a winding device 21 and a lifting line 22. The winding device 21 is mounted on the water construction platform 4. One end of the lifting line 22 is wound around the winding device 21, and the other end is connected to the measuring element 3. The winding device 21 can be hand-cranked or electric, and is used to wind the lifting line 22. The lifting assembly structure formed by the winding device and the lifting line in this invention is simple, the connection is stable, and it is easy to install and adjust the position of the winding device, thus reducing the installation difficulty of the measuring system.
[0050] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "connected," and "linked" 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; they can refer to the internal connection of two components. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances.
[0051] It should be noted that in this invention, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used merely to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.
[0052] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, enabling those skilled in the art to understand or implement the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features of the present invention.
Claims
1. An underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder, characterized in that, include: The installation pipe (1) is connected to the water construction platform (4) and extends to the pile foundation of the water construction platform (4). The installation pipe (1) includes a pipe body (11) and a bottom net (12). The bottom net (12) is located at the lower end opening of the pipe body (11). Measuring element (3) is disposed on the bottom mesh (12) at the bottom end of the mounting tube (1).
2. The underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder according to claim 1, characterized in that, Also includes: Lifting component (2); One end of the lifting assembly is connected to the water construction platform (4), and the other end is connected to the measuring component (3).
3. The underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder according to claim 2, characterized in that, The lifting component (2) includes: A wire winder (21) is installed on the water construction platform (4); A lifting line (22) is provided, with one end of the lifting line (22) wrapped around the winding device (21) and the other end connected to the measuring element (3).
4. The underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder according to claim 1, characterized in that: The installation pipe (1) and the water construction platform (4) are detachably connected.
5. The underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes: multiple clamps (5); Multiple clamps (5) are spaced apart and fitted around the top outer periphery of the installation pipe (1), and the outer side of each clamp (5) is fixedly connected to one side of the water construction platform (4).
6. The underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom mesh (12) and the tube body (11) are detachably connected.
7. The underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom mesh (12) is a square grid.
8. The underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder according to claim 7, characterized in that: The width of each square of the square grid is one-third to two-thirds of the width of the measuring element (3).
9. An underwater measuring device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The tube (11) includes: Multiple pipe segments, each of which is connected sequentially.
10. An underwater measurement system based on an ultrasonic depth sounder, characterized in that, Includes the underwater measurement device based on an ultrasonic depth sounder as described in claim 1.