Rail transporting vehicle for transporting steel rails

Abstract

The utility model discloses a rail transporting vehicle for transporting steel rails. The rail transporting vehicle comprises a first walking wheel, a second walking wheel, a connecting shaft, a supporting hanging bracket and a hooking assembly. The two ends of the connecting shaft are rotationally connected with the first walking wheel and the second walking wheel respectively, and the supporting hanging bracket is rotationally arranged on the connecting shaft; the hooking assembly comprises a first hook and a second hook, and each of the first hook and the second hook is rotatably connected with the supporting hanging bracket. According to the rail transporting vehicle, the steel rails are transported in a hooking mode, rail abrasion and deformation caused by direct dragging are avoided, and the flatness of the rails after rail connection is guaranteed. The potential safety hazard that the steel wire rope cracks due to obstacles in the steel wire rope dragging process is avoided, and the safety risk of field operation is reduced. By using the rail transporting vehicle, the working procedure of transporting the steel rails is simplified, complex auxiliary equipment and investment of a plurality of pieces of equipment are not needed any more, and the working efficiency is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of rail transportation technology, specifically to a rail transport vehicle for moving steel rails. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, the transfer of rails at construction sites mostly involves direct dragging, such as using artillery vehicles or mobile equipment to directly tow the rails, or using winches for ground traction, as well as auxiliary means such as rail clamps and lifting equipment to hoist the rails onto mobile equipment. However, these traditional methods have the following problems:

[0003] Directly dragging rails can cause wear and deformation, affecting the flatness of the track after connection and consequently hindering the passage of rail-mounted construction equipment. Using wire ropes for dragging is prone to breakage due to obstructions, increasing safety risks on-site. Relying on auxiliary equipment for rail handling is not only complex and requires significant equipment investment, but also occupies workspace, impacting on-site versatility and efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] This utility model aims to at least partially solve one of the technical problems in the related art.

[0005] Therefore, embodiments of this utility model propose a rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails.

[0006] The rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails according to this embodiment includes a first traveling wheel, a second traveling wheel, a connecting shaft, a support hanger, and hook assemblies. The first traveling wheel and the second traveling wheel are spaced apart in a first horizontal direction; both ends of the connecting shaft are rotatably connected to the first traveling wheel and the second traveling wheel, respectively; the support hanger is rotatably mounted on the connecting shaft; there are multiple hook assemblies, which are spaced apart along a second horizontal direction on the support hanger. Each hook assembly includes a first hook and a second hook, each of which is rotatably connected to the support hanger. The first hook and the second hook are positioned opposite each other for hooking the rail head of the steel rail, wherein the first horizontal direction is perpendicular to the second horizontal direction.

[0007] In some embodiments, at least two of the hook assemblies are spaced apart on both sides of the connecting shaft along the second horizontal direction.

[0008] In some embodiments, the support hanger is provided with a first hinge shaft extending along the first horizontal direction, the hook assembly includes a connecting rod and a second hinge shaft, one end of the connecting rod is hinged to the first hinge shaft, the second hinge shaft is provided at the other end of the connecting rod along the second horizontal direction, and the top ends of both the first hook and the second hook are hinged to the second hinge shaft.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first hook and the second hook are arranged at a distance from each other in the second horizontal direction.

[0010] In some embodiments, the first hook is provided with a mounting plate on one side in the second horizontal direction, the mounting plate having a first through hole extending in the first horizontal direction, and the second hook having a second through hole extending in the first horizontal direction.

[0011] The hook assembly includes a positioning pin, and the first and second through holes are for the positioning pin to pass through in order to limit the movement of the first hook and the second hook in the first horizontal direction.

[0012] In some embodiments, one end of the positioning pin is provided with a baffle, and the other end of the positioning pin is provided with a third through hole that extends radially therethrough, the third through hole being used to install a pin.

[0013] In some embodiments, the support hanger has a push rod at one end in the second horizontal direction, and the push rod is perpendicular to the connecting shaft and inclined upward.

[0014] In some embodiments, the angle between the push rod and the second horizontal direction is 15°-30°.

[0015] In some embodiments, the support bracket includes a frame, a first card plate, and a second card plate. The first card plate and the second card plate are disposed opposite each other on the frame along the first horizontal direction. A first card slot is formed on the bottom end surface of the first card plate, and a second card slot is formed on the bottom end surface of the second card plate. The first card slot and the second card slot are engaged on the connecting shaft, and the first card plate and the second card plate are rotatable relative to the connecting shaft.

[0016] In some embodiments, the connecting shaft is provided with a first baffle and a second baffle. The first baffle is disposed on the side of the first plate away from the second plate in the first horizontal direction, and the second baffle is disposed on the side of the second plate away from the first plate in the first horizontal direction.

[0017] The rail transport vehicle of this utility model transports rails via a hook-and-hook method, avoiding rail wear and deformation caused by direct dragging and ensuring the flatness of the rails after connection. It also avoids the safety hazard of wire rope breakage due to obstruction during dragging, reducing on-site operational safety risks. The rail transport vehicle simplifies the rail handling process, eliminating the need for complex auxiliary equipment and multiple devices, thus improving work efficiency. Its compact structure and small footprint enhance the versatility and efficiency of on-site operations. Furthermore, the rail transport vehicle's design is highly adaptable, applicable to the handling of different types and specifications of rails, demonstrating strong flexibility and broad application prospects. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view of the rail-carrying vehicle according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0019] Figure 2 This is a top view of the rail-carrying vehicle according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] Figure 3 This is a side view of the rail-carrying vehicle according to an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the hook and hanger assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 5 This is a top view of the hook and hanger assembly according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure label:

[0024] 100. Rail transport vehicle; 200. Rail; 1. First traveling wheel; 2. Second traveling wheel; 3. Connecting shaft; 4. Support hanger; 401. Frame; 402. First clamping plate; 4021. First clamping slot; 5. Hook assembly; 501. First hook; 502. Second hook; 503. Connecting rod; 504. Second hinge shaft; 505. Mounting plate; 6. First hinge shaft; 7. Positioning pin; 8. Insert pin; 9. Push rod; 10. First baffle; 11. Second baffle. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below, examples of which are shown in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and intended to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.

[0026] like Figures 1 to 5As shown, the rail-carrying vehicle 100 of this embodiment includes a first traveling wheel 1, a second traveling wheel 2, a connecting shaft 3, a support hanger 4, and hook assemblies 5. The first traveling wheel 1 and the second traveling wheel 2 are spaced apart in a first horizontal direction. Both ends of the connecting shaft 3 are rotatably connected to the first traveling wheel 1 and the second traveling wheel 2, respectively. The support hanger 4 is rotatably mounted on the connecting shaft 3. Multiple hook assemblies 5 are spaced apart along a second horizontal direction on the support hanger 4. Each hook assembly 5 includes a first hook 501 and a second hook 502. Each of the first hook 501 and the second hook 502 is rotatably connected to the support hanger 4. The first hook 501 and the second hook 502 are positioned opposite each other for hooking the rail head of the rail 200. The first horizontal direction is perpendicular to the second horizontal direction. For example, the first horizontal direction and the second horizontal direction are as follows: Figures 1 to 3 As shown.

[0027] In this embodiment of the utility model, the rail transport vehicle 100 has a first traveling wheel 1 and a second traveling wheel 2 spaced apart in a first horizontal direction, enabling the rail transport vehicle 100 to travel stably and reducing the swaying and wear of the rail 200 during transportation. The connecting shaft 3 is rotatably connected to the traveling wheels at both ends, allowing the traveling wheels to rotate freely during movement, adapting to ground undulations and improving stability and flexibility. A support hanger 4 is rotatably mounted on the connecting shaft 3, allowing the support hanger 4 to be adjusted in angle as needed to accommodate the transportation requirements of the rail 200 at different heights and positions. Multiple hook assemblies 5 are spaced apart along a second horizontal direction on the support hanger 4. Each hook assembly 5 includes a first hook 501 and a second hook 502 for hooking the rail head of the rail 200. This design allows the rail 200 to be stably suspended on the rail transport vehicle 100, facilitating transportation.

[0028] The rail transport vehicle 100 of this embodiment transports the rails 200 by hooking them, avoiding rail wear and deformation caused by direct dragging and ensuring the flatness of the rails after connection. It also avoids the safety hazard of wire rope breakage due to obstruction during dragging, reducing on-site operational safety risks. The use of the rail transport vehicle 100 simplifies the rail 200 handling process, eliminating the need for complex auxiliary equipment and multiple devices, thus improving work efficiency. The rail transport vehicle 100 has a compact structure, occupying little operating space, which helps improve the versatility and efficiency of on-site operations. The rail transport vehicle 100 is highly adaptable and can be applied to the handling of different types and specifications of rails 200, demonstrating strong flexibility and broad application prospects.

[0029] In some embodiments, at least two hook assemblies 5 are spaced apart on both sides of the connecting shaft 3 along a second horizontal direction. By providing hook assemblies 5 on both sides of the connecting shaft 3, the rail transport vehicle 100 of this embodiment can achieve balance of the rail 200 during transport, reducing tilting or swaying caused by unilateral load-bearing. The hook assemblies 5 on both sides can distribute the weight of the rail 200, reducing the load borne by a single hook assembly 5, thereby reducing component damage caused by overload.

[0030] In some embodiments, the support hanger 4 is provided with a first hinge shaft 6 extending along a first horizontal direction, and the hook assembly 5 includes a connecting rod 503 and a second hinge shaft 504. One end of the connecting rod 503 is hinged to the first hinge shaft 6, and the second hinge shaft 504 is provided at the other end of the connecting rod 503 along a second horizontal direction. The top ends of the first hook 501 and the second hook 502 are both hinged to the second hinge shaft 504.

[0031] The first hinge shaft 6 extends along a first horizontal direction and is hinged to one end of the connecting rod 503. This design allows the connecting rod 503 to rotate or swing relative to the support hanger 4 in the first horizontal direction, increasing operational flexibility. Through the hinge action of the first hinge shaft 6, the hook assembly 5 can adapt to rails 200 at different heights, ensuring that the rails 200 can be firmly hooked and remain stable even on uneven ground. As part of the hook assembly 5, the connecting rod 503 connects the first hinge shaft 6 and the second hinge shaft 504, transmitting force and maintaining structural stability. The second hinge shaft 504 is located at the other end of the connecting rod 503 along a second horizontal direction, allowing the first hook 501 and the second hook 502 to swing freely relative to the connecting rod 503, better adapting to the shape and position of the rails 200. Through the design of the hinge shaft, the hook assembly 5 can adapt to various sizes and shapes of rails 200, increasing the adaptability and application range of the rail transport vehicle 100.

[0032] Optionally, the first hook 501 and the second hook 502 are arranged at intervals in the second horizontal direction. When handling multiple rails 200, the spaced hooks can reduce interference between the hooks, making the operation smoother.

[0033] In some embodiments, the first hook 501 is provided with a mounting plate 505 on one side in the second horizontal direction. The mounting plate 505 has a first through hole extending in the first horizontal direction, and the second hook 502 has a second through hole extending in the first horizontal direction. The hook assembly 5 includes a positioning pin 7, through which the first and second through holes are passed to limit the movement of the first hook 501 and the second hook 502 in the first horizontal direction.

[0034] The positioning pin 7 passes through the first and second through holes, thereby limiting the movement of the first hook 501 and the first hook 502 in the first horizontal direction and ensuring that their relative positions remain unchanged during transportation. The positioning pin 7 effectively prevents the hooks from swinging and shifting during transportation, increases the stability of the rail 200, increases the reliability of the entire hook assembly 5, and thus improves the safety of transporting the rail 200.

[0035] In some embodiments, one end of the positioning pin 7 is provided with a baffle, and the other end of the positioning pin 7 is provided with a third through hole that extends radially through it, the third through hole being used to install the pin 8.

[0036] A baffle is provided at one end of the positioning pin 7. This baffle prevents the positioning pin 7 from falling out after passing through the first and second through holes, ensuring that the positioning pin 7 remains in the correct position during handling. The main function of the latch 8 is to lock the positioning pin 7, preventing it from moving or rotating during handling and ensuring the stability of the hook assembly 5. The design of the latch 8 allows operators to quickly install and remove the positioning pin 7, improving work efficiency.

[0037] In some embodiments, the support hanger 4 has a push rod 9 at one end in the second horizontal direction, and the push rod 9 is perpendicular to the connecting shaft 3 and inclined upward.

[0038] The main function of push rod 9 is to provide thrust during the transportation of rail 200, and it can also be used to maintain the stability of support hanger 4 to facilitate the movement of rail 200. The push rod 9 makes the handling of rail 200 faster, eliminating the need for operators to manually drag rail 200 and improving work efficiency. The use of push rod 9 reduces the physical labor of operators when transporting rail 200, thus lowering labor intensity.

[0039] Optionally, the angle between the push rod 9 and the second horizontal direction is 15°-30°. For example, the angle between the push rod 9 and the second horizontal direction is 15°, 20°, or 30°. This provides the push rod 9 with a thrust direction that is neither too steep nor too gentle, so that the force of the push rod 9 can be used more effectively to push the rail 200 while reducing the stress on the push rod 9 itself.

[0040] In some embodiments, the support bracket 4 includes a frame 401, a first clamping plate 402, and a second clamping plate. The first clamping plate 402 and the second clamping plate are disposed opposite each other on the frame 401 along a first horizontal direction. A first clamping groove 4021 is formed on the bottom end surface of the first clamping plate 402, and a second clamping groove is formed on the bottom end surface of the second clamping plate. The first clamping groove 4021 and the second clamping groove are engaged on the connecting shaft 3, and the first clamping plate 402 and the second clamping plate are rotatable relative to the connecting shaft 3.

[0041] The design of the first and second slots ensures the stability of the connecting shaft 3, reducing the risk of rail 200 movement or hanger damage due to insecure connections during handling. The slot design simplifies the installation and disassembly of the connecting shaft 3, allowing operators to quickly assemble and disassemble the hanger. The plate design optimizes the hanger's space utilization, enabling more compact placement during rail 200 handling and saving space.

[0042] In some embodiments, the connecting shaft 3 is provided with a first baffle 10 and a second baffle 11. The first baffle 10 is disposed in the first horizontal direction on the side of the first clamping plate 402 away from the second clamping plate, and the second baffle 11 is disposed in the first horizontal direction on the side of the second clamping plate away from the first clamping plate 402.

[0043] The first baffle 10 and the second baffle 11 enhance the stability of the entire support frame 4 by restricting the movement of the clamping plate, making the rail 200 more secure during handling. The baffle design prevents the clamping plate from shifting due to impact or vibration during handling, ensuring the fixation between the clamping plate and the connecting shaft 3. The baffle also provides a certain degree of safety protection, preventing operators from coming into contact with the moving parts between the connecting shaft 3 and the clamping plate during handling, reducing the risk of accidental injury.

[0044] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", 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 are not intended to 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.

[0045] Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. In the description of this utility model, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0046] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection, an electrical connection, or a connection that allows communication between them; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0047] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can mean that the first feature is in direct contact with the second feature, or that the first feature is in indirect contact with the second feature through an intermediate medium. Furthermore, "above," "on top of," and "over" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature can mean that the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0048] In this utility model, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example, which is included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. Moreover, without contradiction, those skilled in the art can combine and integrate the different embodiments or examples described in this specification, as well as the features of different embodiments or examples.

[0049] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described above, it is understood that the above embodiments are exemplary and should not be construed as limiting the present invention. Those skilled in the art can make changes, modifications, substitutions and variations to the above embodiments within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A rail transport vehicle for moving steel rails, characterized in that, include: The first traveling wheel (1) and the second traveling wheel (2) are spaced apart in the first horizontal direction; A connecting shaft (3) is provided, the two ends of which are rotatably connected to the first traveling wheel (1) and the second traveling wheel (2), respectively. A support hanger (4) is rotatably mounted on the connecting shaft (3); The hook assembly (5) is a plurality of hook assemblies (5) and the plurality of hook assemblies (5) are spaced apart on the support hanger (4) along a second horizontal direction. The hook assembly (5) includes a first hook (501) and a second hook (502). Each of the first hook (501) and the second hook (502) is rotatably connected to the support hanger (4). The first hook (501) and the second hook (502) are arranged opposite to each other for hooking the rail head of the rail. The first horizontal direction is perpendicular to the second horizontal direction.

2. The rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails according to claim 1, characterized in that, At least two of the hook assemblies (5) are spaced apart on both sides of the connecting shaft (3) along the second horizontal direction.

3. The rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support hanger (4) is provided with a first hinge shaft (6) extending along the first horizontal direction. The hook assembly (5) includes a connecting rod (503) and a second hinge shaft (504). One end of the connecting rod (503) is hinged to the first hinge shaft (6). The second hinge shaft (504) is provided at the other end of the connecting rod (503) along the second horizontal direction. The top ends of the first hook (501) and the second hook (502) are both hinged to the second hinge shaft (504).

4. The rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails according to claim 3, characterized in that, The first hook (501) and the second hook (502) are arranged at intervals in the second horizontal direction.

5. The rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails according to claim 4, characterized in that, The first hook (501) is provided with a mounting plate (505) on one side in the second horizontal direction. The mounting plate (505) has a first through hole extending in the first horizontal direction, and the second hook (502) has a second through hole extending in the first horizontal direction. The hook assembly (5) includes a positioning pin (7), through which the first and second through holes are passed to limit the movement of the first hook (501) and the second hook (502) in the first horizontal direction.

6. The rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails according to claim 5, characterized in that, One end of the positioning pin (7) is provided with a baffle, and the other end of the positioning pin (7) is provided with a third through hole that runs radially through it. The third through hole is used to install a pin (8).

7. The rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support hanger (4) has a push rod (9) at one end in the second horizontal direction. The push rod (9) is perpendicular to the connecting shaft (3) and is inclined upward.

8. The rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails according to claim 7, characterized in that, The angle between the push rod (9) and the second horizontal direction is 15°-30°.

9. The rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails according to claim 1, characterized in that, The support hanger (4) includes a frame (401), a first card plate (402), and a second card plate. The first card plate (402) and the second card plate are disposed opposite each other on the frame (401) along the first horizontal direction. A first card slot (4021) is provided on the bottom end surface of the first card plate (402), and a second card slot is provided on the bottom end surface of the second card plate. The first card slot (4021) and the second card slot are engaged on the connecting shaft (3), and the first card plate (402) and the second card plate are rotatable relative to the connecting shaft (3).

10. The rail transport vehicle for transporting steel rails according to claim 9, characterized in that, The connecting shaft (3) is provided with a first baffle (10) and a second baffle (11). The first baffle (10) is located on the side of the first card plate (402) away from the second card plate in the first horizontal direction, and the second baffle (11) is located on the side of the second card plate away from the first card plate (402) in the first horizontal direction.

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