Plug positioning fool-proof device for pipeline

Abstract

The plug positioning fool-proof device for the pipeline comprises a supporting frame and a sliding module, the sliding module is arranged on the supporting frame in a sliding mode, the sliding module is provided with a shielding part, and the shielding part is provided with a movably-arranged shielding plate; the shielding plate has a shielding state that the shielding plate rotates in the first direction and is used for shielding a preset plug on the pipeline, and the shielding plate has an avoiding state that the shielding plate rotates in the second direction opposite to the first direction and is used for releasing shielding of the preset plug; when the shielding plate is in the shielding state, the shielding plate is used for preventing the quick connector from being mistakenly installed in the preset hole with the preset plug. According to the invention, the problems of low positioning precision, poor adaptability and easy mistaken installation existing in the manual installation mode of the plug of the Rack manifold and the UQD in the prior art are at least solved.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The application relates to the technical field of server liquid cooling, and in particular to a plug positioning foolproof device for a pipe. BACKGROUND

[0002] In a liquid-cooled server system of a data center, a Rack manifold (a manifold or distribution pipe for a liquid-cooled server system) plays a key role, which is responsible for uniformly distributing cooling liquid to each server or device to ensure efficient operation and heat management of the server. With the wide application of liquid cooling technology in data centers, the design of the Rack manifold becomes more and more complex, and the layout of holes on the surface of the Rack manifold is more and more dense. However, in the prior art, the installation of plugs and UQDs (Universal Quick Disconnect, i.e., quick connectors) of the Rack manifold often appears confused.

[0003] Specifically, the current installation process involves an operator manually installing UQDs and plugs to the specified positions according to the parameters on the design drawing, such as coordinates, distances, and hole diameters. In this process, due to the dense layout of holes on the surface of the Rack manifold, even if the operator knows which holes are used to install plugs and which holes are used to install UQDs according to the drawing, the operator is prone to visual fatigue under long-time repetitive labor, thereby increasing the phenomenon of errors in the installation positions of UQDs. Such errors not only affect the sealing performance and operation stability of the liquid-cooled server, but also may cause subsequent inspection and correction work, greatly reducing the production efficiency and quality control.

[0004] Therefore, the manual installation method of the plugs and UQDs of the Rack manifold in the prior art has obvious limitations and defects, including low positioning accuracy, poor adaptability, and prone to misinstallation, which limits the assembly efficiency and reliability of the liquid-cooled server system of the data center. CONTENT OF THE INVENTION

[0005] The application provides a plug positioning foolproof device for a pipe to at least solve the problems of the manual installation method of the plugs and UQDs of the Rack manifold in the related art, including low positioning accuracy, poor adaptability, and prone to misinstallation.

[0006] The application provides a plug positioning fool-proof device for a pipeline, comprising a support frame and a sliding module, wherein the sliding module is slidingly arranged on the support frame, and the sliding module has a shielding part with a shielding plate arranged movably; the shielding plate has a shielding state of rotating along a first direction and shielding a preset plug on the pipeline, and the shielding plate has an avoiding state of rotating along a second direction opposite to the first direction and unshielding the preset plug; and when the shielding plate is in the shielding state, the quick connector is prevented from being installed at a preset hole with the preset plug by mistake.

[0007] In an exemplary embodiment, the shielding plates are multiple, the number of the shielding plates is equal to the number of the preset plugs, the arrangement positions of the multiple shielding plates along the sliding direction of the sliding module correspond to the arrangement positions of the multiple preset plugs one by one, so that each shielding plate is used for shielding the corresponding preset plug; or, the shielding plates are multiple, the length of at least one shielding plate along the sliding direction of the sliding module is greater than the length of the remaining shielding plates along the sliding direction of the sliding module, so that the at least one shielding plate can be used for shielding at least two preset plugs arranged continuously at the same time.

[0008] In an exemplary embodiment, the multiple shielding plates are arranged at equal intervals along the sliding direction of the sliding module; or, the interval distance of at least two shielding plates along the sliding direction of the sliding module is different from the interval distance of the remaining two adjacent shielding plates along the sliding direction of the sliding module; or, the multiple shielding plates are arranged at the positions unadjustably along the sliding direction of the sliding module; or, at least one shielding plate is arranged at the position adjustably along the sliding direction of the sliding module.

[0009] In an exemplary embodiment, the shielding part further comprises a driving mechanism drivingly connected with the multiple shielding plates to drive the multiple shielding plates to rotate synchronously; or, the shielding part further comprises multiple driving mechanisms corresponding to the multiple shielding plates, and each driving mechanism is drivingly connected with the corresponding shielding plate to drive each shielding plate to rotate independently.

[0010] In an exemplary embodiment, the support frame has a guide slide rail extending along the length direction thereof, the sliding module comprises two support sliding blocks and a support beam, wherein the two support sliding blocks are slidingly arranged on the guide slide rail; the support beam is connected with the two support sliding blocks away from the guide slide rail and extends along the extension direction of the guide slide rail, and the shielding part is located on the support beam; wherein the position of the shielding plate along the extension direction of the support beam is unadjustable; or, the position of the shielding plate along the extension direction of the support beam is adjustable.

[0011] In an exemplary embodiment, the support sliding block has a guide groove for slidingly matching with the guide slide rail, and the surface of the support sliding block away from the guide groove has a support groove for supporting the pipeline.

[0012] In one example embodiment, the guide groove and the support groove are misaligned in a horizontal direction perpendicular to the guide rail.

[0013] In one example embodiment, the sliding module further comprises a locking member connected with the support block, and the locking member is used to lock the support block at a preset position of the support frame.

[0014] In one example embodiment, the plug positioning fool-proof device further comprises an alarm connected with the sliding module, and the alarm has a sensing element used to send an alarm signal when it is detected that an operator tries to rotate the shielding plate.

[0015] In one example embodiment, the sensing element is located at a side of the support block of the sliding module close to the shielding part, and the alarm further comprises a control element located at the side of the support block close to the shielding part and electrically connected with the sensing element; or, the alarm further comprises a control element located at the support block of the sliding module, and the sensing element is connected with the shielding part, and the control element is electrically connected with the sensing element.

[0016] According to the present application, a plug positioning fool-proof device for a pipeline is provided, which comprises a support frame and a sliding module, wherein the sliding module is slidingly arranged on the support frame, and the sliding module has a shielding part with a shielding plate movably arranged; the shielding plate has a shielding state of rotating in a first direction and shielding a preset plug on the pipeline, and the shielding plate has an avoiding state of rotating in a second direction opposite to the first direction and avoiding shielding the preset plug; when the shielding plate is in the shielding state, the quick connector is prevented from being mistakenly installed at a preset hole with the preset plug.

[0017] The plug positioning foolproof device comprises a support frame and a sliding module, wherein the shielding part of the sliding module is provided with a shielding plate which is movably arranged. The application utilizes the rotating state of the shielding plate in the first direction, i.e., the shielding state, to accurately shield the preset plug at the preset hole, thereby preventing the misinstallation of the quick connector (UQD). When the shielding plate is in the shielding state, it covers the preset plug at the preset hole, thereby physically preventing the direct contact between the UQD and the hole, so as to avoid the position confusion caused by the dense layout and similar size of the holes. The operator only needs to adjust the sliding module to the appropriate hole position, and the shielding plate automatically completes the shielding task, thereby effectively improving the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process. In addition, the shielding plate also has an avoiding state of rotating in the second direction, which facilitates the removal of the entire completed quick connector installation pipeline after the installation of the quick connector, so as to facilitate the subsequent installation of the quick connector for the pipeline without the installed quick connector, and ensure the smooth progress of the entire installation process. This mode overcomes the limitations of the traditional manual checking of the drawings to position the plug, solves the problems caused by low positioning accuracy and misinstallation in the prior art, and significantly improves the assembly quality and production efficiency of the Rack manifold, avoids the tedious process of multiple inspection and confirmation, reduces the dependence on skilled operators, and improves the foolproof effect of plug positioning. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present application, the drawings needed in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application, and other drawings can be obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor.

[0019] Figure 1 A structure schematic view of a plug positioning foolproof device provided in the embodiments of the present application;

[0020] Figure 2 An enlarged structure schematic view of A in the above-mentioned structure schematic view. Figure 1

[0021] The above-mentioned drawings comprise the following reference signs:

[0022] 10, support frame; 11, guide sliding rail;

[0023] 20, sliding module; 21, shielding part; 211, shielding plate; 212, driving mechanism; 22, support sliding block; 221, support groove; 23, support beam;

[0024] 30, alarm; 31, sensing element; 32, control element. DETAILED DESCRIPTION ​

[0025] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the drawings in the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only part of the embodiments of the present application, rather than all the embodiments of the present application. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by a person of ordinary skill in the art without creative work fall within the protection scope of the present application.

[0026] It should be noted 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" and the like indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present application and simplifying the description, and therefore cannot be understood as indicating or implying that the devices or elements referred to must have a particular orientation, be constructed and operated in a particular orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as limiting the present application. The terms "mounting", "connecting", "connection" should be understood broadly, for example, it can be fixed connection, or detachable connection, or integral connection; it can be mechanical connection, or electrical connection; it can be direct connection, or indirect connection through an intermediate medium, or communication between two elements. The terms "parallel", "perpendicular", "equal" include the described cases and the approximately similar cases to the described cases, and the approximately similar cases are within an acceptable deviation range, wherein the acceptable deviation range is determined by a person of ordinary skill in the art considering the measurement being discussed and the error related to the measurement of a specific quantity (i.e. the limitation of the measurement system). For example, "parallel" includes absolute parallel and approximately parallel, and the acceptable deviation range of approximately parallel can be, for example, within 5°; "perpendicular" includes absolute perpendicular and approximately perpendicular, and the acceptable deviation range of approximately perpendicular can also be, for example, within 5°. "Equal" includes absolute equality and approximate equality, and the acceptable deviation range of approximate equality can be, for example, that the difference between the two equalities is less than or equal to 5% of either. For a person of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0027] In order for those skilled in the art to better understand the present application, the present application will be further described in detail below with reference to the drawings and specific embodiments.

[0028] The embodiments of the present application provide a plug positioning foolproof device for a pipe. The device is described in detail in combination with the structure and working principle of the plug positioning foolproof device for the pipe (the technical terms involved must be explained).

[0029] As Figure 1and Figure 2 As shown in the drawings, the plug positioning fool-proof device for the pipeline comprises a support frame 10 and a sliding module 20, wherein the sliding module 20 is slidingly arranged on the support frame 10, and the sliding module 20 has a shielding part 21 with a shielding plate 211 arranged movably; the shielding plate 211 has a shielding state of rotating along a first direction and shielding a preset plug on the pipeline, and the shielding plate 211 has an avoiding state of rotating along a second direction opposite to the first direction and unshielding the preset plug; wherein when the shielding plate 211 is in the shielding state, the quick connector is prevented from being misassembled at the preset hole with the preset plug.

[0030] By applying the technical scheme of the embodiment, the plug positioning fool-proof device comprises the support frame 10 and the sliding module 20, wherein the shielding part of the sliding module 20 has the shielding plate 211 arranged movably. The shielding plate 211 is used to shield the preset plug at the preset hole in the shielding state of rotating along the first direction, so as to prevent the quick connector (UQD) from being misassembled. When the shielding plate 211 is in the shielding state, it covers the preset plug at the preset hole, and physically blocks the direct contact between the UQD and the hole, thereby avoiding the position confusion caused by the dense layout and similar size of the holes. The operator only needs to adjust the sliding module 20 to the appropriate hole position, and the shielding plate 211 automatically completes the shielding task, thereby effectively improving the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process. In addition, the shielding plate 211 also has the avoiding state of rotating along the second direction, which facilitates the taking out of the entire pipeline with the installed quick connector after the installation of the quick connector is completed, so as to facilitate the subsequent installation of the quick connector for the pipeline without the installed quick connector, and ensure the smooth progress of the entire installation process. This way overcomes the limitations of the traditional manual checking of the drawings to position the plug, solves the problems caused by low positioning accuracy and misassembly in the prior art, and by applying the technical scheme of the application, the assembly quality and production efficiency of the Rack manifold can be significantly improved, the tedious process of multiple inspections and confirmations is avoided, the dependence on skilled operators is reduced, and the positioning fool-proof effect of the plug is improved.

[0031] It should be noted that in the present application, the pipeline (i.e. Rack manifold) has a plurality of holes along its axial direction, and a plug is arranged at each hole. For a certain type of liquid cooling server, except that several preset positions do not install quick connectors (UQD), the remaining holes of the pipeline need to install quick connectors (UQD), so as to ensure that the cooling liquid of the liquid cooling server can be distributed to the positions that need to be cooled through the pipeline. The several preset positions can be scattered or continuous in a certain area. The plurality of holes are densely distributed. Even if the operator disassembles the plug at the hole where the quick connector needs to be installed after looking at the drawing, and then installs the quick connector at the hole, it is easy to disassemble the plug at the preset position, so that the quick connector is mistakenly installed at the hole at the preset position, resulting in the need for rework in the subsequent process, increasing the workload, and if the mistake is not found, it can also cause the positions of the liquid cooling server that need to be cooled to be unable to be effectively cooled. Therefore, the present application provides a plug positioning foolproof device for a pipeline, which uses the rotation state of the shielding plate 211 in the first direction, i.e. the shielding state, to accurately shield the preset plug at the preset hole, preventing the quick connector (UQD) from being mistakenly installed at the preset hole. When the shielding plate 211 is in the shielding state, it covers the preset plug at the preset hole, physically blocking the direct contact between the UQD and the hole, thereby avoiding the confusion of the positions caused by the dense layout and similar size of the holes. The operator only needs to adjust the sliding module 20 to the appropriate hole position, and the shielding plate 211 automatically completes the shielding task, effectively improving the accuracy and efficiency of the installation process. In addition, the shielding plate 211 also has an avoiding state of rotating in the second direction, which facilitates the removal of the pipeline with the completed quick connector installation after the installation of the quick connector is completed, so as to facilitate the subsequent installation of the quick connector for the pipeline without the quick connector installed, ensuring the smooth progress of the entire installation process. This method overcomes the limitations of traditional manual checking of drawings to position the plug, solves the problems caused by low positioning accuracy and easy misinstallation in the prior art, and significantly improves the assembly quality and production efficiency of the Rack manifold by applying the technical solution of the present application. The tedious process of multiple inspections and confirmations is avoided, the dependence on skilled operators is reduced, and the positioning foolproof effect of the plug is improved.

[0032] It should be noted that in the present application, the pipeline is explained as a distribution pipe for a liquid cooling server system.

[0033] It should be noted that in the present application, the shielding plate 211 is multiple, the number of shielding plates 211 is equal to the number of preset plugs, and the setting positions of the multiple shielding plates 211 along the sliding direction of the sliding module 20 correspond one-to-one to the setting positions of the multiple preset plugs, so that each shielding plate 211 is used to shield the corresponding preset plug; or, the shielding plate 211 is multiple, and the length of at least one shielding plate 211 in the multiple shielding plates 211 along the sliding direction of the sliding module 20 is greater than the length of the remaining shielding plates 211 along the sliding direction of the sliding module 20, so that at least one shielding plate 211 can be used to shield at least two continuously arranged preset plugs. In this way, the sliding module 20 is provided with multiple shielding plates 211, the number of which is accurately matched with the number of preset plugs, and all the shielding plates 211 are arranged along the sliding direction and form a one-to-one correspondence with the positions of the preset plugs, so that each shielding plate 211 can accurately shield the corresponding preset plug. Alternatively, under certain configurations, at least one shielding plate 211 has a length along the sliding direction of the sliding module 20 that exceeds the regular length, which enables the shielding plate 211 to cover two or more continuously arranged preset plugs during movement, providing more extensive position protection and effectively preventing the preset plugs from being removed and the UQD from being mistakenly installed in the preset holes where the preset plugs have been removed.

[0034] This design realizes flexible adaptation to different preset hole layouts, and by adjusting the positions of the shielding plates 211, the device can quickly adapt to various Rack manifold specifications, reduce changeover time, and improve production efficiency.

[0035] It should be noted that in the present application, the plurality of shielding plates 211 are arranged at equal intervals along the sliding direction of the sliding module 20; or, the interval distance of at least two shielding plates 211 in the plurality of shielding plates 211 in the sliding direction of the sliding module 20 is different from the interval distance of the adjacent two shielding plates 211 in the sliding direction of the sliding module 20; or, the plurality of shielding plates 211 are arranged at fixed positions along the sliding direction of the sliding module 20; or, at least one shielding plate 211 in the plurality of shielding plates 211 is arranged at an adjustable position along the sliding direction of the sliding module 20. In this way, the sliding module 20 is equipped with a plurality of shielding plates 211, which are distributed at equal intervals along the sliding direction of the sliding module 20, ensuring that the sliding module 20 can be accurately aligned with the plug mounting hole position of the Rack manifold during movement, effectively avoiding the misinstallation problem of the UQD and the plug. Alternatively, the interval distance of at least two shielding plates 211 in the sliding direction is different from that of the adjacent shielding plates, and this non-equidistant layout design can adapt to Rack manifolds of different specifications, improving the versatility and flexibility of the device. Furthermore, if all the shielding plates 211 are arranged at fixed positions along the sliding direction of the sliding module 20, this fixed design ensures consistency and stability in mass production, reduces the adjustment difficulty of the operator, and improves the production efficiency. However, if at least one shielding plate 211 is arranged at an adjustable position, such a design allows the operator to flexibly adjust the position of the shielding plate according to the specific product requirements, further enhancing the adaptability of the device and the convenience of operation. Whether it is a fixed or adjustable layout, the arrangement of the shielding plates 211 ensures that the installation position of the plug can be accurately positioned during the installation of the Rack manifold plug, avoiding confusion and misoperation, and significantly improving the assembly quality and production efficiency.

[0036] As Figure 1As shown, the shielding part 21 further comprises a driving mechanism 212, which is drivingly connected with the plurality of shielding plates 211 to drive the plurality of shielding plates 211 to rotate synchronously; or, the shielding part 21 further comprises a plurality of driving mechanisms 212, which are in one-to-one correspondence with the plurality of shielding plates 211, and each driving mechanism 212 is drivingly connected with the corresponding shielding plate 211 to drive each shielding plate 211 to rotate independently. In this way, the function of the shielding part 21 is expanded, and through the introduction of the linkage or independent driving mechanism of the driving mechanism 212 and the plurality of shielding plates 211, the operation of the jig is more flexible and efficient. On the one hand, when the driving mechanism 212 and the plurality of shielding plates 211 are driven synchronously, the consistency and accuracy of the shielding action can be ensured, and the problem of confusing installation of the UQD and the plug due to improper position of a single shielding plate 211 can be effectively prevented. On the other hand, by adopting the design of a plurality of driving mechanisms 212 corresponding to a plurality of shielding plates 211, each shielding part 21 is given higher independence and control accuracy, and the position of the corresponding shielding plate 211 can be quickly adjusted according to different Rack manifold specifications, greatly shortening the changeover time and significantly improving the operation efficiency. Whether synchronous driving or independent driving, the addition of the driving mechanism 212 greatly enhances the adaptability and automation level of the shielding part 21, thereby fundamentally solving the position confusion problem in the plug installation process of the Rack manifold, and ensuring the sealing performance and operation safety of the liquid cooling system.

[0037] As Figure 1As shown, the support frame 10 has a guide rail 11 extending along its length direction, the sliding module 20 includes two support sliding blocks 22 and a support beam 23, wherein the two support sliding blocks 22 are both slidingly arranged on the guide rail 11; the support beam 23 is connected with the two support sliding blocks 22 away from the guide rail 11, and extends along the extension direction of the guide rail 11, and the shielding part 21 is located on the support beam 23; wherein the shielding plate 211 is not adjustable in position in the extension direction of the support beam 23; or, the shielding plate 211 is adjustable in position in the extension direction of the support beam 23. In this way, the support frame 10 integrates a set of guide rails 11 extending along its length direction, aiming to provide an accurate moving track for the sliding module 20. The sliding module 20 is composed of two support sliding blocks 22 and a support beam 23, wherein the two support sliding blocks 22 can slide along the guide rail 11, and the support beam 23 is connected with the two sliding blocks and arranged along the extension direction of the guide rail 11 to support the shielding part 21. The shielding plate 211 is positioned on the support beam 23, and its position is fixed and not adjustable in the extension direction of the support beam 23, or is designed to be adjustable to adapt to the requirements of different plug installation positions. This adjustable or fixed design ensures that the sliding module 20 can be accurately positioned on the Rack manifold, and through the shielding of the shielding plate 211 to the specific hole, effectively prevents the confused installation of the UQD and the plug, and improves the assembly efficiency and accuracy. At the same time, the quick adjustment function of the sliding module 20 adapts to the requirements of different size models of Rack manifold drawings, so that the model changing time is significantly shortened, and the production process is further optimized.

[0038] As Figure 1As shown, the support slider 22 has a guide groove for sliding fit with the guide rail 11, and the side surface of the support slider 22 away from the guide groove has a support groove 221 for supporting the pipe. In this way, the support slider 22 is provided with a guide groove designed to achieve precise sliding fit with the guide rail 11 on the support frame 10, ensuring smooth movement and accurate positioning of the sliding module 20 on the support frame 10. The support groove 221 on the other side of the support slider 22 plays a role in supporting the pipe, allowing the pipe to be stably supported during installation, avoiding pipe deviation or damage due to external forces, and thus ensuring the stability and accuracy of the Rack manifold during assembly. This design not only simplifies the operation steps, but also significantly improves the work efficiency and assembly quality, achieving efficient error-proof control of the plug installation of the Rack manifold through the functions of precise guidance and stable support. In addition, the flexibility of this structure allows the sliding module 20 to be quickly adjusted to different positions to adapt to different models of Rack manifold, reducing the waiting time and resource waste caused by product model changes in production, and at the same time, the design of the support groove 221 takes into account the diameter and weight of the pipe, ensuring reliable support under various operating conditions, thereby enhancing the practicality and reliability of the entire jig system. In other embodiments not shown in the figure, the shapes of the guide groove and the support groove 221 can be optimized according to actual needs to better match the hole layout of the Rack manifold and the characteristics of the pipe, further improving the positioning accuracy and operational convenience.

[0039] As Figure 1As shown, the guide groove and the support groove 221 are misaligned in the horizontal direction perpendicular to the guide rail 11. In this way, the guide groove and the support groove 221 are misaligned in the horizontal direction perpendicular to the guide rail 11. This structural design ensures that the movement path of the sliding module 20 on the support frame 10 does not interfere with the support position of the support groove 221, thereby improving the overall stability and smoothness of operation of the device. Misalignment means that when the sliding module 20 slides along the guide rail, the support block 22 has sufficient structural strength and support stability, and can also ensure smooth sliding, avoiding the phenomenon of jamming or instability during movement, ensuring that the operator can quickly and accurately adjust the position of the sliding module 20 to adapt to the requirements of Rack manifold drawing of different sizes. This misalignment design can also enhance the durability of the device to some extent, reduce wear caused by misalignment of parts, and prolong the service life of the jig. In other embodiments not shown in the figure, the misalignment of the guide groove and the support groove 221 can be further optimized by changing its geometric shape or relative position to adapt to more complex working environments or improve positioning accuracy, demonstrating the flexibility and wide applicability of the present application in practical applications.

[0040] It should be noted that in embodiments not shown in the present application, the sliding module 20 further comprises a locking member connected with the support block 22, and the locking member is used to lock the support block 22 at a predetermined position of the support frame 10. In this way, the sliding module 20 integrates the locking member connected with the support block 22, and its main function is to firmly lock the support block 22 at any predetermined position on the support frame 10. This design allows the operator to quickly and accurately adjust the position of the sliding module 20 according to the actual installation requirements of the Rack manifold plug, ensuring the accuracy of the plug positioning. The use of the locking member not only improves the positioning stability of the sliding module 20, but also greatly simplifies the model changing process, improves the work efficiency, reduces the assembly error rate caused by inaccurate positioning, and thus reduces the necessity of relying on skilled workers, achieving the improvement of production automation and intelligence. In addition, the convenient adjustment characteristics of the locking member enable the device to quickly switch between different specifications of Rack manifold, meet the diversified production needs, and enhance the flexibility and adaptability of the device. In actual operation, the accurate application of the locking member can ensure the correct differentiation and installation of the plug and the UQD, effectively improving the assembly quality and operation stability of the data center liquid-cooled server fluid control system.

[0041] As Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the plug positioning mistake-proofing device also includes an alarm 30 connected to the sliding module 20, the alarm 30 has a sensing element 31 for issuing an alarm signal when it detects that the operator tries to rotate the shielding plate 211. In this way, the plug positioning mistake-proofing device integrates the alarm 30, which is connected to the sliding module 20, and the alarm 30 is equipped with a sensing end. This sensing end can immediately trigger an alarm signal when the operator tries to install a UQD in the pre-set plug position under the shielding state. This innovative design further enhances the mistake-proofing capability through the dual mechanisms of physical shielding and audible-light warning, ensuring the accuracy of the Rack manifold during the plug installation process. When the operator makes a mistake, the immediate feedback of the alarm allows him to correct the error immediately, avoiding assembly errors caused by position confusion, significantly improving production efficiency and product quality. In addition, the integration of the alarm 30 not only simplifies the operation process of the entire device, but also reduces the need for continuous attention from the operator, reducing the probability of human error, providing an efficient and reliable solution for assembly lines. In other embodiments not shown, the flexibility of the device is further enhanced, capable of adapting to Rack manifold of different sizes and layouts, making this positioning mistake-proofing device an important auxiliary tool for liquid-cooled server assembly production lines.

[0042] As Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the sensing element 31 is located on the side of the support slider 22 of the sliding module 20 close to the shielding part 21, and the alarm 30 further comprises a control element 32 located on the side of the support slider 22 close to the shielding part 21 and electrically connected with the sensing element 31; or, the alarm 30 further comprises a control element 32 located on the support slider 22 of the sliding module 20, and the sensing element 31 is connected with the shielding part 21, and the control element 32 is electrically connected with the sensing element 31. In this way, the sensing element 31 of the alarm 30 is located on the side of the support slider 22 of the sliding module 20 close to the shielding part 21, and the design can monitor the accuracy of the UQD installation operation in real time. When the operator tries to install the UQD at the position of the plug covered by the shielding part 21, the sensing element 31 will immediately detect the abnormality and trigger the control element 32 of the alarm 30, which is also located on the side of the support slider 22 close to the shielding part 21, and quickly responds to the sensing signal to produce a warning sound, effectively preventing incorrect installation. This layout ensures the timeliness of sensing and response, and improves the error-proofing efficiency. Alternatively, the control element 32 of the alarm 30 is located on the support slider 22 of the sliding module 20, and the sensing element 31 is connected with the shielding part 21. When the sensing element 31 detects that the UQD contacts the shielding part 21, it will send a signal to the control element 32 through the electrical connection to start the alarm in time. This design also realizes accurate monitoring of the installation position of the UQD, avoids assembly errors caused by confusion of the plug and UQD positions, and significantly enhances the positioning accuracy and production stability during the operation process. Through the flexible adjustment of the sliding module 20, the present application can quickly adapt to different specifications of the Rack manifold, greatly improving the change efficiency and flexibility of the production line.

[0043] It should be noted that in the present application, the alarm 30 is a buzzer which triggers an alarm immediately when it detects that the UQD tries to insert into the preset plug that has been shielded, further strengthening the error-proofing mechanism and ensuring the safety and accuracy of the installation process.

[0044] It should be noted that in the present application, the outer periphery of the support beam 23 is wrapped with a heat shrink sleeve, and the addition of the heat shrink sleeve protects the Rack manifold from being scratched, reflecting the comprehensive consideration of the device in details. In summary, the present application realizes the precision and automation of Rack manifold plug positioning through the adjustable design of the shielding plate 211 and the cooperation of the buzzer, significantly improving the assembly efficiency and product quality.

[0045] In use of the plug positioning error-proof device provided by the present application, first, the support frame 10 is placed on the work platform to ensure stable placement, then the pipeline (i.e., Rack manifold) is placed at the support groove 221, and the hole layout (actually, each hole has been pre-installed with a plug) faces the sliding module 20. Then, the operator adjusts the position of the sliding module 20 along the guide rail 11 by sliding the support slider 22 according to the drawing of the Rack manifold, until the shielding plate 211 on the shielding part 21 is accurately aligned with the preset plug to be shielded. At this time, the shielding plate 211 is in a shielding state, which physically prevents the misinstallation of the UQD. If the device is equipped with a driving mechanism 212, the operator can further drive the shielding plate 211 to rotate by the driving mechanism 212 to ensure the tightness of the shielding and the accuracy of the positioning. Once the shielding plate 211 is in place, the alarm 30 remains in an open state to monitor the operation process. During the installation of the UQD, if the operator accidentally aligns the UQD with the preset plug that has been shielded, the sensing element 31 of the alarm 30 immediately senses this misoperation and sends a signal to the control element 32 through electrical connection, triggering the alarm 30 to issue an alarm to remind the operator to correct the position immediately. The control element 32 of the alarm 30 is located on the side of the support slider 22 close to the shielding part 21, ensuring that the alarm response is rapid and without delay. The entire process does not require manual checking of the drawing, greatly reducing the potential risk of misinstallation and improving work efficiency and assembly accuracy. After completing a batch of Rack manifold plug installation, the operator can quickly disassemble and adjust the position of the sliding module 20 and the shielding plate 211, preparing for the installation of the next model product. The entire model change process takes no more than 3 minutes. This efficient and accurate positioning method greatly improves the assembly quality and speed of Rack manifold on the production line, reduces the subsequent inspection and confirmation steps, reduces the dependence on skilled workers, and significantly improves the degree of automation of production. In actual use, through accurate physical positioning and immediate alarm feedback, the present application effectively avoids confusion and misoperation during Rack manifold plug installation, ensuring the normal operation and efficient heat dissipation of the liquid-cooled server fluid control system. The entire operation process is simple and clear, and the use of the device greatly improves the work efficiency of the production line and the product quality control standard. In subsequent mass production, only the above process needs to be repeated to achieve accurate positioning and installation of the Rack manifold plug, ensuring correct assembly and efficient operation of the liquid cooling system components.

[0046] The plug positioning fool-proof device for a pipeline provided by the present application is described in detail above. The principles and implementation manners of the present application are described by applying specific examples in the present article, and the above description of the examples is only used to help understand the method of the present application and its core idea. It should be pointed out that, for those skilled in the art, some improvements and modifications can be made to the present application without departing from the principles of the present application, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of the present application.

Claims

1. A fool-proofing device for positioning a plug in a pipe, characterized in that, Comprising: a support frame (10); a sliding module (20) slidingly arranged on the support frame (10), and the sliding module (20) has a shielding part (21) with a shielding plate (211) movably arranged; the shielding plate (211) has a shielding state of rotating along a first direction and being used for shielding a preset plug on a pipeline, and the shielding plate (211) has an avoiding state of rotating along a second direction opposite to the first direction and unshielding the preset plug; wherein, when the shielding plate (211) is in the shielding state, the preset hole with the preset plug is prevented from being mistakenly connected by a quick connector.

2. The plug positioning fool-proof device according to claim 1, wherein: a plurality of the shielding plates (211) are provided, the number of the shielding plates (211) is equal to the number of the preset plugs, the arrangement positions of the plurality of the shielding plates (211) along the sliding direction of the sliding module (20) correspond to the arrangement positions of the plurality of the preset plugs one by one, so that each of the shielding plates (211) is used for shielding a corresponding one of the preset plugs; or, a plurality of the shielding plates (211) are provided, the length of at least one of the shielding plates (211) along the sliding direction of the sliding module (20) is greater than the length of the remaining shielding plates (211) along the sliding direction of the sliding module (20), so that the at least one of the shielding plates (211) can be used for shielding at least two of the preset plugs arranged continuously at the same time.

3. The plug positioning fool-proof device according to claim 2, wherein: the plurality of the shielding plates (211) are arranged at equal intervals along the sliding direction of the sliding module (20); or, the interval distance of at least two of the shielding plates (211) along the sliding direction of the sliding module (20) is different from the interval distance of the remaining two adjacent shielding plates (211) along the sliding direction of the sliding module (20); or, the plurality of the shielding plates (211) are arranged at the same position along the sliding direction of the sliding module (20) and are not adjustable; or, at least one of the shielding plates (211) is arranged at a position along the sliding direction of the sliding module (20) and is adjustable.

4. The plug positioning fool-proof device according to claim 2, wherein: the shielding part (21) further comprises: a driving mechanism (212) drivingly connected with the plurality of the shielding plates (211) to drive the plurality of the shielding plates (211) to rotate synchronously; or, the shielding part (21) further comprises: a plurality of driving mechanisms (212) corresponding to the plurality of the shielding plates (211), and each of the driving mechanisms (212) is drivingly connected with a corresponding one of the shielding plates (211) to drive each of the shielding plates (211) to rotate independently.

5. The plug positioning fool-proof device of claim 1, wherein The support frame (10) has a guide slide rail (11) extending along the length direction thereof, and the sliding module (20) comprises: two support sliding blocks (22), both of which are slidingly arranged on the guide slide rail (11); a support beam (23) connected with both of the support sliding blocks (22) on the side away from the guide slide rail (11) and extending along the extension direction of the guide slide rail (11), and the shielding part (21) is located on the support beam (23); wherein the shielding plate (211) is not position-adjustable in the extension direction of the support beam (23); or, the shielding plate (211) is position-adjustable in the extension direction of the support beam (23).

6. The plug positioning fool-proof device according to claim 5, wherein the support sliding block (22) has a guide groove for slidingly cooperating with the guide slide rail (11), and the side surface of the support sliding block (22) away from the guide groove has a support groove (221) for supporting the pipeline.

7. The plug positioning fool-proof device according to claim 6, wherein the guide groove and the support groove (221) are misaligned in the horizontal direction perpendicular to the guide slide rail (11).

8. The plug positioning fool-proof device of claim 5, wherein, The sliding module (20) further comprises: a locking member connected with the support sliding block (22), and used for locking the support sliding block (22) at a preset position of the support frame (10).

9. A union indexation fool-proof device according to any one of claims 1 to 8, characterized in that, The plug positioning fool-proof device further comprises: an alarm (30) connected with the sliding module (20), and having a sensing element (31) for issuing an alarm signal when detecting that an operator attempts to rotate the shielding plate (211).

10. The plug positioning fool-proof device according to claim 9, wherein the sensing element (31) is located on the side of the support sliding block (22) of the sliding module (20) close to the shielding part (21), and the alarm (30) further comprises a control element (32) located on the side of the support sliding block (22) close to the shielding part (21) and electrically connected with the sensing element (31); or, the alarm (30) further comprises a control element (32) located at the support sliding block (22) of the sliding module (20), and the sensing element (31) is connected with the shielding part (21), and the control element (32) is electrically connected with the sensing element (31).

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