Modified asphalt loading system
By using a spherical support base and a precise weighing sensor in the modified asphalt loading system, the sealing of the loading arm actuator and the design of the heat transfer oil pipeline were optimized, solving the problems of low loading accuracy, poor safety and inadequate thermal management, and achieving an efficient and safe loading process.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520360012.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-03-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-09
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-03-04
AI Technical Summary
Existing modified asphalt loading systems suffer from problems such as low loading accuracy, poor safety, easy leakage, and poor thermal management. They are particularly difficult to operate in high-temperature environments, affecting loading efficiency and quality.
The weighing measurement unit adopts a spherical support base and a precise weighing sensor, optimizes the sealing and flexibility of the loading arm actuator, and maintains stable asphalt temperature through a heat transfer oil pipeline.
It improves loading accuracy and stability, prevents asphalt leakage, reduces safety risks, and ensures a smooth and efficient loading process.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of asphalt loading and unloading, and more specifically, to a modified asphalt loading system. Background Technology
[0002] With the rapid development of highway construction and the transportation industry, modified asphalt has become a key material in modern road construction, improving road performance, extending pavement service life, and enhancing crack resistance. Modified asphalt is commonly used in the construction of important infrastructure such as highways, airport runways, and bridges, and its superior high-temperature stability, anti-aging properties, and fatigue resistance have led to its widespread application in various traffic environments. However, with the continuous growth in demand for modified asphalt, traditional asphalt production and loading methods are gradually failing to meet the increasing requirements for efficiency, precision, and safety.
[0003] In existing asphalt loading systems, common technical solutions often rely on manual operation or semi-automated loading methods. These methods are not only inefficient but also susceptible to human factors, resulting in errors during loading and making accurate measurement difficult. Furthermore, traditional loading processes often fail to fully consider the high-temperature characteristics of asphalt, posing significant safety risks to operators, especially when loading high-temperature liquid asphalt. The high viscosity and high temperature of asphalt greatly increase the difficulty of operation, potentially leading to asphalt leaks, pollution, or even accidents, posing significant threats to personnel safety and environmental protection.
[0004] Weighing equipment in traditional loading systems often lacks sufficient accuracy and stability, especially in high-temperature and harsh environments. The performance of weighing sensors can be affected, leading to inaccurate weighing results. This not only directly impacts loading accuracy but can also result in substandard asphalt being incorrectly loaded into transport vehicles, consequently affecting road construction quality and service life.
[0005] Furthermore, the loading arm structure in an asphalt loading system, as a crucial component for liquid asphalt transportation, directly impacts the smooth operation of the entire loading process due to its design precision, flexibility, and sealing performance. Existing loading arm actuator designs typically cannot effectively prevent liquid asphalt leakage. Moreover, due to the high-temperature characteristics of asphalt, the loading arm may experience thermal expansion and deformation during use, leading to poor sealing at pipe connections. In addition, the inconvenience of connecting and disassembling the loading arm also affects loading efficiency, especially in the handling of liquid and gaseous pipelines. Improper handling of the mixing and emission of liquid and gaseous asphalt can easily cause safety hazards and environmental pollution. Utility Model Content
[0006] This invention aims to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art, such as inaccurate metering during the modified asphalt loading process and poor flexibility and sealing of the loading arm structure, by providing a modified asphalt loading system.
[0007] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows:
[0008] A modified asphalt loading system includes a base bearing unit, a weighing and measuring unit, and an arm-load actuator; the base bearing unit includes a horizontally arranged base frame and slopes fixed to both sides of the base frame;
[0009] The weighing and measuring unit includes a load-bearing plate embedded in the center of the base frame;
[0010] The loading arm includes a fixed column, a liquid phase pipeline, and a gas phase pipeline; the fixed column is fixedly connected to two upper and lower first connecting flanges through two upper and lower column connectors, and the two upper and lower first connecting flanges are respectively connected to the liquid phase pipeline and the gas phase pipeline.
[0011] Furthermore, the weighing and measuring unit also includes several support seats provided at the bottom of both sides of the base frame;
[0012] A weighing sensor is provided at the lower part of the support base, and the support base is hinged to the weighing sensor.
[0013] Preferably, the support is a spherical support.
[0014] Furthermore, the weighing sensor is electrically connected to the signal transmission interface via a built-in or external cable.
[0015] Furthermore, the lower part of the weighing sensor is provided with a sensor mounting base, and the weighing sensor is connected to the sensor mounting base;
[0016] The upper sides of the sensor mounting base are also provided with limiting structures to restrict excessive movement of the weighing sensor.
[0017] Furthermore, the basic support unit is also provided with a weighbridge foundation platform; the weighbridge foundation platform is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sensor mounting base.
[0018] Preferably, the weighbridge base platform is fixedly connected to the sensor mounting base by bolts or welding.
[0019] Furthermore, the liquid phase pipeline includes the liquid phase main pipeline, the liquid phase secondary pipeline, and the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe connected in sequence; the liquid phase main pipeline is connected to the liquid phase secondary pipeline through a second connecting flange; the liquid phase secondary pipeline is connected to the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe through a third connecting flange.
[0020] Furthermore, the gas phase pipeline includes a main gas phase pipeline, a secondary gas phase pipeline, and an asphalt gas phase vertical pipe connected in sequence; the main gas phase pipeline is connected to the secondary gas phase pipeline via a fourth connecting flange; the secondary gas phase pipeline is connected to the asphalt gas phase vertical pipe via a fifth connecting flange.
[0021] Furthermore, the gas phase secondary pipeline is a flexible hose that can move freely;
[0022] Furthermore, an asphalt sealing cap is fitted at the upper end of the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe, and a residual liquid collection bucket is provided at the lower end. The residual liquid collection bucket is hung at the end of the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe through a hanging groove provided on the lower end pipe arm.
[0023] Furthermore, both the liquid phase main pipeline and the liquid phase secondary pipeline are equipped with an inner heat-conducting oil pipe for keeping the asphalt in a liquid state, and an outer heat-conducting oil pipe for transporting heat-conducting oil across the pipeline is connected to the outer wall.
[0024] The external heat transfer oil pipe is located between the heat transfer oil output end and the liquid phase pipe, or between the liquid phase main pipe and the liquid phase secondary pipe.
[0025] Furthermore, a rotary joint structure is provided at the second connecting flange;
[0026] The rotating structure includes a rotary joint body, a hydraulic rod, and a support structure connected to the second connecting flange;
[0027] The rotary joint body has a groove at one end, and a hydraulic push rod connector that is slidably connected to the hydraulic push rod of the hydraulic rod is rotatably connected in the groove.
[0028] One end of the hydraulic rod is connected to the rotary joint body via a hydraulic push rod, and the other end is fixedly connected to the support structure clamped on the liquid phase secondary pipeline.
[0029] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model's technical solution are:
[0030] ① Improved loading accuracy and stability. This modified asphalt loading system effectively improves weighing accuracy during loading by employing a spherical support base and precise weighing sensors in the weighing measurement unit. The combined design of the spherical support base and weighing sensors allows the system to more stably bear the vehicle weight, reducing weighing errors caused by vibration and imbalance. This ensures precise control of the loading quantity, avoids overloading or underloading, and guarantees transportation quality.
[0031] ② Leakage prevention and residual liquid collection functions. The modified asphalt loading system of this utility model optimizes the design of the loading arm actuator, adopts a pipe connection structure with stronger sealing performance and a movable hose design, which can effectively prevent the leakage of liquid asphalt during loading. In addition, the upper end of the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe is equipped with an asphalt sealing cap, and the lower end is equipped with a residual liquid collection tank, which can collect residual asphalt liquid after loading, reducing environmental pollution and resource waste.
[0032] ③ Thermal Management and Flow Stability. This utility model's modified asphalt loading system incorporates heat-conducting oil pipe structures in the design of both the liquid and gas phase pipelines. This ensures that the asphalt remains at its optimal temperature during loading, thus preventing excessive temperature fluctuations from affecting the fluidity of the liquid asphalt. Through this thermal management technology, the asphalt maintains its fluidity and stability during loading, improving the efficiency and safety of the entire loading system and ensuring the smooth operation of the modified asphalt loading process. Attached Figure Description
[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the modified asphalt loading system according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0034] Figure 2 This is an enlarged view of section A of the present invention;
[0035] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0036] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the weighing and measuring unit according to an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0037] 1. Foundation bearing unit; 101. Base frame; 102. Slope; 103. Weighbridge foundation platform
[0038] 2. Weighing and measuring unit; 201. Load plate; 202. Spherical support base; 203. Weighing sensor; 204. Sensor mounting base; 205. Limiting structure; 206. Cable;
[0039] 3. Loading arm actuator; 301. Fixed column; 302. Column connector; 303. First connecting flange; 304. Second connecting flange; 305. Third connecting flange; 306. Liquid phase main pipeline; 307. Liquid phase auxiliary pipeline; 308. Asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe; 3081. Asphalt sealing cap; 3082. Residual liquid collection tank; 3083. Hanging trough; 309. Vapor phase main pipeline; 310. Vapor phase auxiliary pipeline; 311. Asphalt vapor phase vertical pipe; 312. Fourth connecting flange; 313. External heat transfer oil pipe;
[0040] 4. Rotary joint structure; 401. Rotary joint body; 4011. Slide groove; 4012. Hydraulic push rod connector; 402. Hydraulic rod; 403. Support structure. Detailed Implementation
[0041] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application clearer, the technical solutions of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of this application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this application. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the described embodiments without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.
[0042] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this application shall have the ordinary meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains. The terms "first," "second," and similar terms used in this application do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Terms such as "comprising" or "including" mean that the element or object preceding the word encompasses the elements or objects listed following the word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. Terms such as "connected" or "linked" are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. Terms such as "upper," "lower," "left," and "right" are used only to indicate relative positional relationships; when the absolute position of the described object changes, the relative positional relationship may also change accordingly.
[0043] Example 1
[0044] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this embodiment discloses a modified asphalt loading system, including a base bearing unit 1, a weighing and measuring unit 2, and an arm-load actuator 3; the base bearing unit 1 includes a horizontally arranged base frame 101 and slopes 102 fixed to both sides of the base frame 101;
[0045] The weighing and measuring unit 2 includes a load-bearing plate 201 embedded in the center of the base frame 101, and the upper surface of the load-bearing plate 201 is provided with anti-slip positioning ridges; the loading arm execution unit 3 includes a fixed column 301, a liquid phase pipeline and a gas phase pipeline; the fixed column 301 is fixedly connected to two upper and lower first connecting flanges 303 respectively through two upper and lower column connectors 302, and the two upper and lower first connecting flanges 303 are respectively connected to the liquid phase pipeline and the gas phase pipeline.
[0046] The weighing and measuring unit 2 also includes several spherical support seats 202 located at the bottom of both sides of the base frame 101; a weighing sensor 203 is installed at the lower part of the spherical support seat 202, and the spherical support seat 202 is hinged to the weighing sensor 203. The spherical support seats 202 not only help to balance the load of the foundation bearing unit, but also reduce errors caused by vibration, external force, or uneven load. By setting anti-slip positioning ridges on the upper surface of the load-bearing plate 201, friction is enhanced when the asphalt filling truck drives from the slope to the weighing plate 201 and completes parking, further ensuring the stability of the center of gravity during vehicle loading, improving weighing accuracy, and avoiding improper loading problems caused by inaccurate weighing.
[0047] The load cell 203 is electrically connected to the signal transmission interface via an internal or external cable 206.
[0048] The load cell 203 has a sensor mounting base 204 at its lower part, and the load cell 203 is connected to the sensor mounting base 204 by welding or fixing bolts. Limiting structures 205 are also provided on both sides of the upper part of the sensor mounting base 204 to limit excessive movement of the load cell 203. The load cell 203 is fixed to the sensor mounting base 204 by welding or bolts, and the limiting structures 205 are provided on both sides of the upper part of the sensor mounting base 204. This overall structural design prevents excessive displacement or loosening of the load cell 203, enhancing the stability and durability of the equipment.
[0049] The basic support unit 1 is also equipped with a weighbridge foundation platform 103; the weighbridge foundation platform 103 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sensor mounting base 204 and is fixedly connected to the sensor mounting base 204 by bolts or welding. The weighbridge foundation platform 103 can be a steel plate embedded in the ground and then fastened to the sensor mounting base 204. The weighing sensor 203 can be set to measure at multiple points according to the actual situation. Based on the feedback values of each point of the weighing sensor 203, the background calculation is performed to obtain the average value, which is then used to further control the output end of asphalt and the material drop, thereby improving the accuracy of asphalt loading.
[0050] Example 2
[0051] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this embodiment discloses a modified asphalt loading system, including a base bearing unit 1, a weighing and measuring unit 2, and an arm-loaded loading unit 3; the base bearing unit 1 includes a horizontally arranged base frame 101 and slopes 102 fixed on both sides of the base frame 101; the weighing and measuring unit 2 includes a load-bearing plate 201 embedded in the center of the base frame 101, and the upper surface of the load-bearing plate 201 is provided with anti-slip positioning ridges.
[0052] The loading arm actuator 3 includes a fixed column 301, a liquid phase pipeline and a gas phase pipeline; the fixed column 301 is fixedly connected to two upper and lower first connecting flanges 303 respectively through two upper and lower column connectors 302, and the two upper and lower first connecting flanges 303 are connected to the liquid phase pipeline and the gas phase pipeline respectively.
[0053] The liquid phase pipeline includes a liquid phase main pipeline 306, a liquid phase secondary pipeline 307, and an asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe 308 connected in sequence; the liquid phase main pipeline 306 is connected to the liquid phase secondary pipeline 307 through a second connecting flange 304; the liquid phase secondary pipeline 307 is connected to the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe 308 through a third connecting flange 305.
[0054] The vapor phase pipeline includes a vapor phase main pipeline 309, a vapor phase secondary pipeline 310, and an asphalt vapor phase vertical pipe 311 connected in sequence; the vapor phase main pipeline 309 is connected to the vapor phase secondary pipeline 310 through a fourth connecting flange 312; the vapor phase secondary pipeline 310 is connected to the asphalt vapor phase vertical pipe 311 through a fifth connecting flange.
[0055] The gas phase secondary pipe 310 is a flexible hose; the upper end of the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe 308 is fitted with an asphalt sealing cap 3081, and the lower end is equipped with a residual liquid collection bucket 3082. The residual liquid collection bucket 3082 is hung on the end of the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe 308 through a hanging groove 3083 provided on the lower end of the pipe arm.
[0056] Example 3
[0057] like Figure 1-4 As shown, this embodiment discloses a modified asphalt loading system, including a base bearing unit 1, a weighing and measuring unit 2, and an arm-load actuator 3; the base bearing unit 1 includes a horizontally arranged base frame 101 and slopes 102 fixed to both sides of the base frame 101;
[0058] The weighing and measuring unit 2 includes a load-bearing plate 201 embedded in the center of the base frame 101, and the upper surface of the load-bearing plate 201 is provided with anti-slip positioning ridges; the loading arm execution unit 3 includes a fixed column 301, a liquid phase pipeline and a gas phase pipeline; the fixed column 301 is fixedly connected to two upper and lower first connecting flanges 303 respectively through two upper and lower column connectors 302, and the two upper and lower first connecting flanges 303 are respectively connected to the liquid phase pipeline and the gas phase pipeline.
[0059] Both the main liquid phase pipeline 306 and the secondary liquid phase pipeline 307 are equipped with internal heat-conducting oil pipes to keep the asphalt in a liquid state, and their outer walls are connected to external heat-conducting oil pipes 313 for transporting heat-conducting oil across the pipelines. The external heat-conducting oil pipe 313 is located between the heat-conducting oil output end and the liquid phase pipeline, or between the main liquid phase pipeline 306 and the secondary liquid phase pipeline 307. Using internal and external heat-conducting oil pipes for circulating heat-conducting oil helps prevent the modified asphalt from becoming viscous and solidifying due to temperature drops, ensuring that the asphalt remains fluid during transportation, improving loading efficiency, and avoiding pipeline blockage caused by excessively low asphalt temperature.
[0060] In another implementation, both the main liquid phase pipeline and the secondary liquid phase pipeline are equipped with interlayer asphalt pipes for transporting liquid asphalt. The outer walls of the main liquid phase pipeline 306 and the secondary liquid phase pipeline 307 are connected to an external heat transfer oil pipe 313 for transporting heat transfer oil across the pipeline. The external heat transfer oil pipe 313 circulates and transports heat transfer oil inside the main liquid phase pipeline and the secondary liquid phase pipeline. The flowing heat transfer oil surrounds the interlayer asphalt pipe, which also serves to keep the asphalt in a liquid state for transport during loading and unloading.
[0061] A rotary joint structure 4 is provided at the second connecting flange 304. The rotary joint structure 4 includes a rotary joint body 401 connected to the second connecting flange 304, a hydraulic rod 402, and a support structure 403. One end of the rotary joint body 401 is provided with a groove 4011, and a hydraulic push rod connector 4012, which is slidably connected to the hydraulic push rod of the hydraulic rod 402, is rotatably connected within the groove 4011. One end of the hydraulic rod 402 is connected to the rotary joint body 401 via the hydraulic push rod, and the other end is fixedly connected to the support structure 403 clamped on the liquid phase auxiliary pipeline 307. The rotary joint structure 4 and the second connecting flange 304 are rotated together, providing greater flexibility at the pipeline connection. The design of the rotary joint body 401 and the hydraulic rod 402 allows the pipeline to rotate smoothly and adjust its angle during loading. This structure allows the liquid phase pipeline to flexibly adapt to different loading scenarios, especially when it is necessary to adjust the pipeline direction and height, making operation easier.
[0062] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating this utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can make other variations or modifications based on the above description. It is neither necessary nor possible to exhaustively describe all embodiments here. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A modified asphalt loading system, characterized in that, It includes a basic bearing unit (1), a weighing and measuring unit (2), and an arm-load actuator (3); the basic bearing unit (1) includes a horizontally arranged base frame (101) and slopes (102) fixed on both sides of the base frame (101); The weighing and measuring unit (2) includes a load-bearing plate (201) embedded in the center of the base frame (101); the loading arm execution unit (3) includes a fixed column (301), a liquid phase pipeline and a gas phase pipeline; the fixed column (301) is fixedly connected to two upper and lower first connecting flanges (303) respectively through two upper and lower column connectors (302), and the two upper and lower first connecting flanges (303) are respectively connected to the liquid phase pipeline and the gas phase pipeline.
2. The modified asphalt loading system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The weighing and measuring unit (2) also includes several spherical support seats (202) disposed at the bottom of both sides of the base frame (101); A weighing sensor (203) is provided at the lower part of the spherical support base (202), and the spherical support base (202) is hinged to the weighing sensor (203).
3. The modified asphalt loading system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The weighing sensor (203) is electrically connected to the signal transmission interface via an internal or external cable (206).
4. The modified asphalt loading system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The weighing sensor (203) has a sensor mounting base (204) at its lower part, and the weighing sensor (203) is connected to the sensor mounting base (204); The upper sides of the sensor mounting base (204) are also provided with limiting structures (205) for limiting the excessive movement of the weighing sensor (203).
5. The modified asphalt loading system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The basic support unit (1) is also provided with a weighbridge foundation platform (103); the weighbridge foundation platform (103) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the sensor mounting base (204).
6. The modified asphalt loading system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The liquid phase pipeline includes a liquid phase main pipeline (306), a liquid phase secondary pipeline (307), and an asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe (308) connected in sequence; the liquid phase main pipeline (306) is connected to the liquid phase secondary pipeline (307) through a second connecting flange (304); the liquid phase secondary pipeline (307) is connected to the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe (308) through a third connecting flange (305).
7. The modified asphalt loading system according to claim 6, characterized in that, The vapor phase pipeline includes a vapor phase main pipeline (309), a vapor phase secondary pipeline (310), and an asphalt vapor phase vertical pipe (311) connected in sequence; the vapor phase main pipeline (309) is connected to the vapor phase secondary pipeline (310) through a fourth connecting flange (312); the vapor phase secondary pipeline (310) is connected to the asphalt vapor phase vertical pipe (311) through a fifth connecting flange.
8. The modified asphalt loading system according to claim 7, characterized in that, The gas phase sub-pipe (310) is a flexible hose; An asphalt sealing cap (3081) is fitted on the upper end of the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe (308), and a residual liquid collection bucket (3082) is provided at the lower end. The residual liquid collection bucket (3082) is hung on the end of the asphalt liquid phase vertical pipe (308) through a hanging groove (3083) provided on the lower end of the pipe arm.
9. The modified asphalt loading system according to claim 6, characterized in that, Both the liquid phase main pipe (306) and the liquid phase secondary pipe (307) are equipped with an inner heat-conducting oil pipe for keeping the asphalt in a liquid state, and an outer heat-conducting oil pipe (313) for transporting heat-conducting oil across the pipe is connected to the outer wall; the outer heat-conducting oil pipe (313) is located between the heat-conducting oil output end and the liquid phase pipe or between the liquid phase main pipe (306) and the liquid phase secondary pipe (307).
10. The modified asphalt loading system according to claim 6, characterized in that, A rotary joint structure (4) is provided at the second connecting flange (304); The rotary joint structure (4) includes a rotary joint body (401), a hydraulic rod (402), and a support structure (403) connected to the second connecting flange (304); The rotary joint body (401) has a groove (4011) at one end, and a hydraulic push rod connector (4012) that is slidably connected to the hydraulic push rod of the hydraulic rod (402) is rotatably connected in the groove (4011). One end of the hydraulic rod (402) is connected to the rotary joint body (401) via a hydraulic push rod, and the other end is fixedly connected to the support structure (403) clamped on the liquid phase sub-pipe (307).