Obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel set for internal welding mobile platform

By using a magnetic wheel to attract and trap splashed metal particles, the problem of unstable rolling during internal welding was solved, improving welding quality and efficiency, reducing cleaning costs, and achieving stable rolling and precise positioning of the welding mobile platform.

CN223833731UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-27GUANGZHOU MARITIME INST
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Application Number
CN202520307647.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-02-25
Publication Date
2026-01-27
Estimated Expiration
2035-02-25

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Technical Problem

During internal welding, spattered metal particles severely hinder the smooth and precise rolling of the welding moving platform, resulting in a decline in welding quality and accuracy, and there is a lack of effective automated cleaning equipment.

Method used

The wheel, made of magnetic material, attracts splashed metal particles. Through the design of the wheel, limiters, and fasteners, it is ensured that the wheel rotates synchronously with the axle, achieving stable rolling and precise positioning.

Benefits of technology

It reduces the accumulation of spattered metal particles, improves welding efficiency and quality, reduces the need and cost of manual cleaning, and ensures the smooth movement of the welding mobile platform within complex structures.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to an obstacle-avoidance magnetic wheel set for an internal welding moving platform, which is applied to the internal welding moving platform and comprises a wheel shaft, the wheel shaft comprises a fastening section, a wheel set mounting section, a wheel chock flange section and a platform mounting section which are sequentially distributed in the axial direction, and the platform mounting section is rotationally connected to the internal welding moving platform; the multiple wheel discs are arranged on the wheel set mounting section, and the wheel discs are made of magnetic materials; at least one limiting piece is arranged on the wheel set mounting section, and the limiting piece is located between the two adjacent wheel discs; the fastening piece is connected to the fastening section, and the fastening piece and the wheel chock flange section abut against the wheel disc from the two axial ends of the wheel set installation section correspondingly so as to limit the axial movement of the wheel disc; the wheel disc, the limiting piece and the fastening piece rotate synchronously with the wheel shaft. According to the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel set, the wheel disc made of the magnetic material adsorbs metal particles hindering movement, so that the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel set has the capacity of stable rolling and accurate positioning, and the welding efficiency and quality can be improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of welding equipment technology, and more specifically to an obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform. Background Technology

[0002] Internal welding is a common practical problem encountered in welding production, especially in the welding of large bridges, pressure vessels, oil and gas pipelines, etc. Since it is difficult for construction personnel to enter the interior of the structure, internal welding is often completed using a dedicated internal welding mobile platform.

[0003] These welding platforms primarily utilize permanent magnet wheels with strong magnetic force for movement. However, the welding process inevitably generates a large amount of spatter. This molten metal, splashed from the weld pool, cools rapidly upon contact with air, forming irregular metal particles. These particles severely hinder the smooth and precise rolling of the magnetic wheels on the internal welding platform, leading to a significant decrease in internal welding quality and precision. Currently, it is difficult to achieve timely and rapid cleaning of spatter particles during the internal welding process manually, and no dedicated automated cleaning equipment has been implemented. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the problems existing in the prior art, this application aims to provide an obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform. The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly of the internal welding mobile platform uses discs made of magnetic material to attract metal particles that obstruct movement, enabling the wheel assembly to roll stably and position precisely. This helps improve welding efficiency and quality, ensures smooth movement of the internal welding mobile platform within complex structures, and provides welders with a stable working platform.

[0005] The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform described in this application is applied to an internal welding mobile platform and includes:

[0006] The axle includes a fastening section, a wheel assembly mounting section, a wheel stop flange section, and a platform mounting section distributed sequentially along the axial direction, and the platform mounting section is rotatably connected to the internal welded moving platform;

[0007] A plurality of said discs are disposed in the wheel assembly mounting section, and said discs are made of magnetic material;

[0008] A limiting member, at least one of the limiting members is disposed on the wheel assembly mounting section, and the limiting member is located between two adjacent wheel discs;

[0009] Fasteners are connected to the fastening section, and the fasteners and the wheel stop flange section abut against the wheel disc from both axial ends of the wheel assembly mounting section to restrict the axial movement of the wheel disc;

[0010] The wheel, the limiting member, and the fastener all rotate synchronously with the wheel axle.

[0011] Preferably, the wheel assembly mounting section is divided into a first wheel disc mounting section, a second wheel disc mounting section, and a third wheel disc mounting section from the end near the fastening section to the end near the wheel flange section;

[0012] The plurality of the wheel disks are arranged at intervals in both the first wheel disk mounting section and the second wheel disk mounting section;

[0013] The plurality of the aforementioned discs are arranged adjacent to each other in the third disc mounting section.

[0014] Preferably, the shortest surface interval between two adjacent discs on the first disc mounting section is L1, and the shortest surface interval between two adjacent discs on the second disc mounting section is L2, satisfying L1:L2=2:1;

[0015] The thickness of the limiting member along the axial direction is equal to that of L2.

[0016] Preferably, two limiting members are provided between every two adjacent wheels on the first wheel mounting section;

[0017] A limiting member is provided between every two adjacent wheels on the second wheel mounting section.

[0018] Preferably, the axial cross-section of the wheel assembly mounting section is hexagonal;

[0019] Both the wheel disc and the limiting member have hexagonal through holes adapted to the wheel assembly mounting section. The wheel assembly mounting section passes through the hexagonal through holes of the wheel disc and the limiting member, so that both the wheel disc and the limiting member are connected to the wheel assembly mounting section.

[0020] Preferably, the straight-line distance between the two parallel edges on the axial cross-section of the wheel assembly mounting section is W, the axial cross-sectional diameter of the fastening section is D1, and the axial cross-sectional diameter of the wheel stop flange section is D2, satisfying D1 < W < D2.

[0021] Preferably, the outer surface of the fastening section is provided with threads, the fastener has a threaded hole adapted to the fastening section, and the fastener is threadedly connected to the fastening section.

[0022] Preferably, the length of the wheel assembly mounting section is 5cm to 15cm;

[0023] The diameter of the wheel is 8cm to 15cm, and the axial thickness is 0.5cm to 1.5cm.

[0024] The diameter of the limiting component is 3cm to 6cm, and the axial thickness is 0.2cm to 1.5cm.

[0025] Preferably, the axle is made of steel;

[0026] The limiting component is made of any one of stainless steel, aluminum alloy, and titanium alloy.

[0027] The fasteners are made of stainless steel or cast iron.

[0028] Preferably, a plurality of the wheel discs are arranged at equal intervals on the wheel assembly mounting section, and a limiting member is provided between each pair of adjacent wheel discs, forming a structure in which the wheel discs and the limiting member are alternately arranged.

[0029] The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform described in this application has the following advantages:

[0030] This application discloses an obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform, comprising: an axle, the axle including a fastening section, a wheel assembly mounting section, a wheel stop flange section, and a platform mounting section arranged sequentially along the axial direction, the platform mounting section being rotatably connected to the internal welding mobile platform; a wheel disk, multiple wheel disks disposed in the wheel assembly mounting section, the wheel disks being made of magnetic material; a limiting member, at least one limiting member disposed in the wheel assembly mounting section, the limiting member being located between two adjacent wheel disks; and a fastener, the fastener being connected to the fastening section, the fastener and the wheel stop flange section respectively abutting against the wheel disks from both axial ends of the wheel assembly mounting section to limit the axial movement of the wheel disks; the wheel disks, the limiting member, and the fastener all rotate synchronously with the axle. During the rolling process, the magnetic wheel can adsorb some of the splashed metal particles on its surface. This adsorption helps reduce the accumulation of metal particles in the welding area, thereby reducing their impact on welding quality and precision to a certain extent. Because of its adsorption capacity, the magnetic wheel reduces the need for manual cleaning of splashed metal particles, improving work efficiency and reducing the additional costs and time spent on cleaning. During internal welding, the magnetic wheel adsorbs metal particles that obstruct movement, enabling the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly to roll stably and position precisely, thus improving welding efficiency and quality. This ensures the smooth movement of the internal welding platform within complex structures, providing welders with a stable working platform. Attached Figure Description

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an embodiment 1 of the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform described in this application;

[0032] Figure 2 yes Figure 1 A sectional view;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the wheel and axle structure of an obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel set for an internal welding mobile platform as described in this application;

[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the wheel structure of an obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform as described in this application;

[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the limiting component structure of an obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform as described in this application;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of Embodiment 2 of the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform described in this application;

[0037] Figure 7 yes Figure 6 A sectional view;

[0038] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly with the internal welding mobile platform in Embodiment 2 of the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform described in this application.

[0039] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0040] 10-Wheel axle; 101-Fastening section; 102-Wheelset mounting section; 103-Wheel stop flange section; 104-Platform mounting section;

[0041] 20-Roulette;

[0042] 30 - Limiting component;

[0043] 40-Fasteners;

[0044] 50 - Internal welding mobile platform. Detailed Implementation

[0045] like Figure 1 - Figure 8 As shown, the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel set for an internal welding mobile platform described in this application is applied to an internal welding mobile platform 50 and includes:

[0046] Example 1

[0047] The axle 10 includes a fastening section 101, a wheel assembly mounting section 102, a wheel stop flange section 103, and a platform mounting section 104 distributed sequentially along the axial direction, and the platform mounting section 104 is rotatably connected to the internal welding moving platform 50; the fastening section 101, the wheel assembly mounting section 102, and the wheel stop flange section 103 extend in a direction away from the internal welding moving platform 50;

[0048] A plurality of wheel disks 20 are disposed in the wheel assembly mounting section 102, and the wheel disks 20 are made of magnetic material; specifically, the magnetic material of the wheel disks 20 is artificial magnet steel. During use, the surface of the wheel disks 20 can adsorb some of the splashed metal particles. This adsorption helps to reduce the accumulation of metal particles in the welding area, thereby reducing the impact of metal particles on welding quality and precision to a certain extent, and reducing the impact of metal particles generated during welding on the movement of the internal welding moving platform 50; the outer edge of the wheel disks 20 has an arc-shaped structure.

[0049] At least one limiting member 30 is disposed on the wheel assembly mounting section 102, and the limiting member 30 is located between two adjacent wheel discs 20; specifically, the limiting member 30 is a limiting ring, which is circular and has a through hole in the middle that is adapted to the outer surface of the wheel assembly mounting section 102.

[0050] Fastener 40 is connected to fastening section 101. Fastener 40 and wheel flange section 103 abut against the wheel disc 20 from both axial ends of wheel assembly mounting section 102 to restrict the axial movement of wheel disc 20. Specifically, fastener 40 is a nut. Fastener 40 is connected to fastening section 101 so that fastener 40 abuts against one end of wheel assembly mounting section 102 near fastening section 101. Wheel flange section 103 abuts against one end of wheel assembly mounting section 102 near wheel flange section 103. Thus, fastener 40 and wheel flange section 103 abut against the wheel disc 20 provided on wheel assembly mounting section 102 from both axial ends of wheel assembly mounting section 102 to restrict the axial movement of wheel disc 20.

[0051] The wheel 20, the limiting member 30, and the fastener 40 all rotate synchronously with the wheel axle 10. The wheel axle 10 is rotatably connected to the internal welding moving platform 50. During the movement, the wheel axle 10 rotates, thereby driving the internal welding moving platform 50 to move. Therefore, during the rotation of the wheel axle 10, the wheel 20, the limiting member 30, and the fastener 40 all rotate synchronously with the wheel axle 10.

[0052] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the wheel assembly mounting section 102 is divided into a first wheel disc mounting section, a second wheel disc mounting section, and a third wheel disc mounting section from the end near the fastening section 101 to the end near the wheel stop flange section 103.

[0053] Multiple roulette wheels 20 are arranged at intervals in both the first roulette wheel mounting section and the second roulette wheel mounting section; that is, there is a certain gap between every two roulette wheels 20 in the first roulette wheel mounting section and the second roulette wheel.

[0054] Multiple roulette wheels 20 are arranged adjacent to each other in the third roulette wheel mounting section; that is, the distance between any two roulette wheels 20 in the third roulette wheel mounting section is 0.

[0055] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the shortest surface interval between two adjacent discs 20 on the first disc mounting section is L1, and the shortest surface interval between two adjacent discs 20 on the second disc mounting section is L2, satisfying L1:L2=2:1;

[0056] The thickness of the limiting member 30 along the axial direction is equal to that of L2.

[0057] Furthermore, in this embodiment, two limiting members 30 are provided between every two adjacent discs 20 on the first disc mounting section;

[0058] A limiting element 30 is provided between every two adjacent wheels 20 on the second wheel installation section;

[0059] For MIG welding, the maximum size and number of spatter particles decrease as the distance from the weld seam increases. Therefore, the distance from the weld seam increases sequentially for the first, second, and third disc mounting sections. Two limiting members 30 are installed near the weld seam in the first disc mounting section to increase the distance between adjacent discs 20. This allows larger spatter particles to fall smoothly into the gap between the discs 20 on the first disc mounting section when the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly rotates. The second disc mounting section absorbs some of the spatter particles. The adjacent discs on the second disc mounting section... Smaller particles can also fall between the two discs 20. The third disc mounting section is far from the welding position and is set up close. Therefore, the disc 20 on the third disc mounting section can attract some particles through its outer edge. The size of the attracted particles is also smaller than the size of the particles attracted on the first and second disc mounting sections. This ensures that the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel set has sufficient support for the internal welding moving platform 50, while allowing the setting of the discs 20 to be selected according to the actual application situation. This avoids splashing particles from hindering the smooth and precise rolling of the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel set on the surface of the workpiece to be welded.

[0060] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the axial cross-section of the wheel assembly mounting section 102 is hexagonal;

[0061] Both the wheel disc 20 and the limiting member 30 have hexagonal through holes that are adapted to the wheel assembly mounting section 102. The wheel assembly mounting section 102 passes through the hexagonal through holes of the wheel disc 20 and the limiting member 30, so that both the wheel disc 20 and the limiting member 30 are connected to the wheel assembly mounting section 102.

[0062] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the straight-line distance between the two parallel edges on the axial cross-section of the wheel assembly mounting section 102 is W, the axial cross-sectional diameter of the fastening section 101 is D1, and the axial cross-sectional diameter of the wheel stop flange section 103 is D2, satisfying D1 < W < D2; the optimal choice for the axial cross-sectional diameter D2 of the wheel stop flange section 103 is 4cm, the optimal choice for W is 3cm, and the optimal choice for the axial cross-sectional diameter D1 of the fastening section 101 is 2cm, satisfying D1 < W < D2.

[0063] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the outer surface of the fastening section 101 is provided with threads, and the fastener 40 has a threaded hole adapted to the fastening section 101, and the fastener 40 is threadedly connected to the fastening section 101.

[0064] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the length of the wheel assembly mounting section 102 is 5cm to 15cm; the optimal length of the wheel assembly mounting section 102 is 8cm.

[0065] The diameter of the wheel 20 is 8cm to 15cm, and the axial thickness is 0.5cm to 1.5cm; the optimal diameter of the wheel 20 is 12cm, and the optimal axial thickness is 0.8cm.

[0066] The diameter of the limiting member 30 is 3cm to 6cm, and its axial thickness is 0.2cm to 1.5cm. The axial thickness of the limiting member 30 is equal to L2, i.e., L2 = 0.2cm to 1.5cm, and L1 is twice L2. Therefore, the optimal choice for the diameter of the limiting member 30 is 4cm, and the optimal choice for the axial thickness is 0.8cm. The optimal choice for L2 is L2 = 0.8cm, and the optimal choice for L1 is L1 = 1.6cm.

[0067] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the axle 10 is made of steel; the steel material of the axle 10 is any one of stainless steel, high-strength steel and tool steel, and in order to ensure the rigidity of the axle 10, the axle 10 is manufactured by integral machining.

[0068] The limiting component 30 is made of any one of stainless steel, aluminum alloy, and titanium alloy.

[0069] Fastener 40 is made of stainless steel or cast iron.

[0070] Example 2

[0071] This implementation is the same as that of Example 1, except that multiple discs 20 are arranged at equal intervals on the wheel assembly section 102, and a limiting member 30 is provided between each two adjacent discs 20, forming a structure in which discs 20 and limiting members 30 are alternately arranged; that is, the distance between each two adjacent discs 20 is equal, and there is a limiting member 30 between each two adjacent discs 20.

[0072] For laser welding, the size of the weld pool is significantly smaller than that of arc welding, and the maximum size of the spatter is smaller and the distribution is more uniform. Using the structure in Embodiment 2, the spatter particles, which are smaller than those in arc welding, can smoothly enter the gap of the wheel 20 during the rolling of the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly while supporting the internal welding moving platform 50, so as to avoid hindering the forward rolling of the wheel assembly. Moreover, when the wheel 20 touches the spatter particles, the arc-shaped structure of the outer edge of the wheel 20 can also make the spatter particles fall smoothly into the gap of the wheel 20, realizing the rapid obstacle avoidance function of the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly.

[0073] like Figure 8 As shown, obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel sets are respectively installed at the front and rear ends on both sides of the internal welding moving platform 50 to support the internal welding moving platform 50 to perform linear motion.

[0074] In summary, the magnetic wheel 20, during its rolling process, can adsorb some of the splashed metal particles on its surface. This adsorption helps reduce the accumulation of metal particles in the welding area, thereby mitigating their impact on welding quality and precision to some extent. Because the magnetic wheel 20 has adsorption capabilities, the need for manual cleaning of splashed metal particles is reduced, improving work efficiency and reducing additional costs and time associated with cleaning. During internal welding, the magnetic wheel 20 adsorbs metal particles that obstruct movement, enabling the obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly to roll stably and position precisely, thus improving welding efficiency and quality. This ensures the smooth movement of the internal welding platform 50 within complex structures, providing welders with a stable working platform.

[0075] In the description of this application, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by directional terms such as "front, back, up, down, left, right", "horizontal, vertical, horizontal" and "top, bottom" is usually based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description. Unless otherwise stated, these directional terms 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 on the scope of protection of this application.

[0076] For those skilled in the art, various other corresponding changes and modifications can be made based on the technical solutions and concepts described above, and all such changes and modifications should fall within the protection scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. An obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel set for an internal welding mobile platform, applied to an internal welding mobile platform (50), characterized in that, include: A wheel axle (10) includes a fastening section (101), a wheel assembly mounting section (102), a wheel stop flange section (103), and a platform mounting section (104) distributed sequentially along the axial direction, and the platform mounting section (104) is rotatably connected to the internal welded moving platform (50). Wheels (20), a plurality of said wheels (20) are disposed in said wheel assembly mounting section (102), and said wheels (20) are made of magnetic material; A limiting member (30), at least one of the limiting members (30) is disposed on the wheel assembly mounting section (102), and the limiting member (30) is located between two adjacent wheel discs (20); Fastener (40) is connected to the fastening section (101). The fastener (40) and the wheel stop flange section (103) abut against the wheel disc (20) from the axial ends of the wheel assembly mounting section (102) to restrict the axial movement of the wheel disc (20). The wheel (20), the limiting member (30), and the fastener (40) all rotate synchronously with the wheel axle (10).

2. The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The wheel assembly mounting section (102) is divided into a first wheel disc mounting section, a second wheel disc mounting section and a third wheel disc mounting section from one end near the fastening section (101) to one end near the wheel stop flange section (103); The plurality of the spools (20) are arranged at intervals in both the first spool mounting section and the second spool mounting section; The plurality of said wheels (20) are arranged adjacent to each other in the third wheel mounting section.

3. The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform according to claim 2, characterized in that, The shortest surface interval between two adjacent wheels (20) on the first wheel mounting section is L1, and the shortest surface interval between two adjacent wheels (20) on the second wheel mounting section is L2, satisfying L1:L2=2:1; The thickness of the limiting member (30) along the axial direction is equal to that of L2.

4. The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform according to claim 3, characterized in that, Two limiting members (30) are provided between every two adjacent wheels (20) on the first wheel mounting section; A limiting member (30) is provided between every two adjacent wheels (20) on the second wheel mounting section.

5. The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The axial cross-section of the wheel assembly mounting section (102) is hexagonal; Both the wheel disc (20) and the limiting member (30) have hexagonal through holes adapted to the wheel assembly mounting section (102). The wheel assembly mounting section (102) passes through the hexagonal through holes of the wheel disc (20) and the limiting member (30), so that both the wheel disc (20) and the limiting member (30) are connected to the wheel assembly mounting section (102).

6. The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform according to claim 5, characterized in that, The straight-line distance between the two parallel edges on the axial cross-section of the wheel assembly mounting section (102) is W, the axial cross-sectional diameter of the fastening section (101) is D1, and the axial cross-sectional diameter of the wheel stop flange section (103) is D2, satisfying D1 < W < D2.

7. The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer surface of the fastening section (101) is provided with threads, and the fastener (40) has a threaded hole adapted to the fastening section (101). The fastener (40) is threadedly connected to the fastening section (101).

8. The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The length of the wheel assembly mounting section (102) is 5cm to 15cm; The diameter of the wheel (20) is 8cm to 15cm, and the axial thickness is 0.5cm to 1.5cm; The diameter of the limiting member (30) is 3cm to 6cm, and the axial thickness is 0.2cm to 1.5cm.

9. The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, The axle (10) is made of steel. The limiting member (30) is made of any one of stainless steel, aluminum alloy and titanium alloy; The fastener (40) is made of stainless steel or cast iron.

10. The obstacle-avoiding magnetic wheel assembly for an internal welding mobile platform according to claim 1, characterized in that, Multiple wheel discs (20) are arranged at equal intervals on the wheel assembly section (102), and a limiting member (30) is provided between each pair of adjacent wheel discs (20), forming a structure in which the wheel discs (20) and the limiting member (30) are alternately arranged.