Nodular cast iron pipe mounting and positioning equipment
By combining laser ranging and image recognition modules in the positioning equipment, the problem of lack of precise positioning in the installation of ductile iron pipes has been solved, and an efficient and accurate installation process has been achieved.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-21
- Publication Date
- 2026-03-03
AI Technical Summary
The lack of precise positioning devices during the installation of existing ductile iron pipes forces operators to make multiple adjustments, slowing down the project progress.
The positioning device, which combines a laser ranging module and an image recognition module, measures the distance and shape between the ductile iron pipe and the target location in real time, providing precise positioning guidance.
This improved the efficiency and accuracy of ductile iron pipe installation, reduced the number of manual adjustments, and accelerated the construction progress.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of ductile iron pipe construction technology, and in particular to ductile iron pipe installation and positioning equipment. Background Technology
[0002] In water supply systems, ductile iron pipes are a key material for transporting tap water due to their excellent performance. During installation, ductile iron pipes need to be lowered into the water supply trench. Currently, the common installation method is to use hoisting to move and position the pipes. In actual hoisting operations, the connection between the hook and the pipe mainly relies on steel wire or chains. The crane, as the power source, is connected to the pipe via ropes. When operating the crane, the operator controls its various movements, thereby moving the hoisting body and transferring the ductile iron pipe to its location.
[0003] For example, the authorization announcement number CN115557373A, entitled "A Lifting Tool for Finished Ductile Iron Pipes," includes a crossbeam and a lifting assembly. The crossbeam is used to connect to the hook of an overhead crane. The lifting assembly is used to connect to the crossbeam and has two sets of telescopic parts. The telescopic parts extend and retract along the axial direction of the ductile iron pipe and can be inserted into the pipe from both ends. After the two sets of telescopic parts are inserted, they are used to lift the ductile iron pipe with the help of the overhead crane. The distance between the two sets of telescopic parts is adjustable. The assembly also includes a controller, which is electrically connected to the two sets of telescopic parts and controls the extension and retraction of the two sets of telescopic parts to connect or disconnect them from the two ends of the ductile iron pipe.
[0004] However, in the actual installation of ductile iron pipes, the entire installation process heavily relies on the subjective judgment of the operators. When installing ductile iron pipes by connection, operators can only rely on their own experience and visual observation to roughly determine the position of the pipe, and then attempt to connect it with the already laid pipes or the target interface. This operating method, lacking the assistance of precise positioning devices, often requires operators to make multiple fine adjustments to the position of the ductile iron pipe. In large-scale water supply system projects, a large number of ductile iron pipes need to be installed, and such frequent and time-consuming fine-tuning operations significantly slow down the overall project progress. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an installation and positioning device for ductile iron pipes to address the aforementioned shortcomings in the prior art.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:
[0007] A ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device includes a mounting base and a device body disposed on the mounting base. The bottom of the mounting base is provided with a mounting part that can be fixedly installed on a suspension beam. The top of the mounting base is provided with a buffer mounting assembly for installing the device body. A laser ranging module and an image recognition module are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the device body. A power supply module is disposed inside the device body. The power supply module is connected to both the laser ranging module and the image recognition module.
[0008] The aforementioned ductile iron pipe installation and positioning equipment includes a buffer installation component comprising a fixing rod and an installation rod. The bottom of the fixing rod is fixedly installed on the mounting base, and the installation rod is fixedly installed on the bottom of the equipment body. The top of the fixing rod is provided with an installation channel, and the bottom of the installation rod is slidably connected within the installation channel.
[0009] The aforementioned ductile iron pipe installation and positioning equipment also includes a spring component, which is fixedly installed in the installation channel, and the bottom of the installation rod is connected to the upper end of the spring component.
[0010] The aforementioned ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device has four buffer installation components, which are respectively located at each corner of the bottom of the device body.
[0011] The aforementioned ductile iron pipe installation and positioning equipment also includes an outer cover, which is fixedly installed on the equipment body. The outer cover has an opening for the laser ranging module and the image recognition module to be exposed.
[0012] The aforementioned ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device also includes a buffer pad, which is disposed between the inner wall of the outer cover and the laser ranging module and the image recognition module.
[0013] The aforementioned ductile iron pipe installation and positioning equipment also includes a cleaning component, which is movably mounted on the opening. A piston drive rod is provided on the outer cover, and the cleaning component is driven by the piston drive rod to move up and down along the opening.
[0014] In the above technical solution, the ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device provided by this utility model includes a mounting base and a device body set on the mounting base. The top of the mounting base is provided with a buffer installation component for installing the device body. A laser ranging module and an image recognition module are respectively set on opposite sides of the device body. A power supply module is set inside the device body. During the hoisting of the ductile iron pipe, the laser ranging module emits laser light and receives reflected light to obtain distance data. The image recognition module captures images of the construction site and analyzes and processes them, providing feedback information to determine the current position of the ductile iron pipe and its deviation from the target position, providing operation guidance for the operator, realizing high-precision positioning and installation of large-diameter ductile iron pipes, and effectively improving the efficiency and accuracy of ductile iron pipe installation. Attached Figure Description
[0015] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings.
[0016] Figure 1 An installation diagram of the ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device provided in this embodiment of the utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 A perspective view of the device body provided in an embodiment of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the buffer mounting assembly provided in an embodiment of the present utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the installation of the outer cover provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.
[0020] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0021] 1. Suspension beam; 2. Mounting base; 21. Buffer mounting assembly; 22. Fixing rod; 23. Mounting rod; 24. Mounting channel; 25. Spring component; 3. Equipment body; 31. Laser ranging module; 32. Image recognition module; 33. Outer cover; 34. Opening; 35. Buffer pad; 36. Cleaning component; 37. Piston drive rod. Detailed Implementation
[0022] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solution of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.
[0023] like Figure 1-4As shown, this utility model provides a ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device, including a mounting base 2 and a device body 3 disposed on the mounting base 2. The bottom of the mounting base 2 is provided with a mounting part that can be fixedly installed on the suspension beam 1. The top of the mounting base 2 is provided with a buffer mounting component 21 for installing the device body 3. A laser ranging module 31 and an image recognition module 32 are respectively disposed on opposite sides of the device body 3. A power supply module is disposed inside the device body 3. The power supply module is connected to both the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32.
[0024] Specifically, the installation positioning equipment is used in conjunction with an existing suspension device, which includes a suspension beam 1. The suspension beam 1 can be a beam structure in an existing suspension device. During the suspension installation process, the installation positioning equipment can measure distances and position the installation, improving installation efficiency. The suspension beam 1 is equipped with an installation structure corresponding to the mounting base 2. The mounting base 2 is equipped with an installation part, and the installation part and installation structure are correspondingly arranged. Thus, the mounting base 2 can be fixedly installed on the suspension beam 1 through the installation part and installation structure. The installation structure can be a mounting screw hole, and the installation part can be a fixing bolt. By rotating the fixing bolt into the corresponding mounting screw hole, the mounting base 2 can be fixed.
[0025] In this embodiment, the device body 3 is mounted on the mounting base 2, and a buffer mounting component 21 is provided between the device body 3 and the mounting base 2. The buffer mounting component 21 can be two, three or more as needed. The buffer mounting component 21 can effectively alleviate the influence of these external factors on the device body 3, and ensure that the device body 3 works in a relatively stable environment, thereby improving the working accuracy and stability of the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32.
[0026] In this embodiment, the device body 3 includes a central body structure and laser ranging module 31 and image recognition module 32 disposed on opposite sides of the body structure. The laser ranging module 31 emits a laser beam and, by receiving the reflected laser signal, accurately measures the distance between the device and the ductile iron pipe, as well as surrounding laid pipes or target interfaces. The image recognition module 32 utilizes image acquisition and processing technology to photograph and analyze the construction site scene, identifying key information such as the outline, position, and relative relationship of the ductile iron pipe to its surrounding environment. The image recognition module 32 can be a high-definition camera. Both the laser ranging module 31 and the high-definition camera are commonly used devices in the prior art, and their structure and working principle are not detailed here. A power supply module is provided inside the device body 3, which is connected to both the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32. The power supply module provides power to the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32, ensuring their continuous and normal operation.
[0027] During the hoisting of the ductile iron pipe, the mounting base 2 is first fixed to the suspension beam 1 via the mounting part at the bottom, completing the installation of the equipment. Then, the power supply module starts working, supplying power to the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32. Thus, when the suspension device moves and installs the ductile iron pipe via the suspension beam 1 and related suspension components, the laser ranging module 31 emits a laser and receives the reflected light to obtain distance data, while the image recognition module 32 captures images of the construction site and performs analysis and processing. The laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32 transmit the acquired data to the equipment's internal control system in real time. Based on this feedback information, the control system determines the current position of the ductile iron pipe and its deviation from the target position, providing operational guidance to the operator and improving the current situation where slow installation progress is caused by reliance on manual subjective judgment.
[0028] The ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device provided by this utility model includes a mounting base 2 and a device body 3 mounted on the mounting base 2. A buffer mounting component 21 for mounting the device body 3 is provided on the top of the mounting base 2. A laser ranging module 31 and an image recognition module 32 are respectively provided on opposite sides of the device body 3. A power supply module is provided inside the device body 3. During the hoisting of the ductile iron pipe, the laser ranging module 31 emits a laser and receives the reflected light to obtain distance data. The image recognition module 32 captures images of the construction site and analyzes and processes them, providing feedback information to determine the current position of the ductile iron pipe and its deviation from the target position. This provides operational guidance to the operator, achieving high-precision positioning and installation of large-diameter ductile iron pipes, and effectively improving the efficiency and accuracy of ductile iron pipe installation.
[0029] In this embodiment, preferably, the buffer mounting assembly 21 includes a fixing rod 22 and a mounting rod 23. The bottom of the fixing rod 22 is fixedly mounted on the mounting base 2. The fixing rod 22 is partially disposed inside the mounting base 2 and partially located outside the mounting base 2. The mounting rod 23 is fixedly mounted on the bottom of the equipment body 3. The top of the fixing rod 22 is provided with a mounting channel 24. The bottom of the mounting rod 23 is slidably connected within the mounting channel 24. The lower end of the mounting rod 23 is restricted within the mounting channel 24, thereby allowing the mounting rod 23 to move up and down along the mounting channel 24, and the lower end of the mounting rod 23 will not slide out of the mounting channel 24.
[0030] In this embodiment, preferably, the spring member 25 is fixedly installed in the installation channel 24, the lower end of the spring member 25 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the installation channel 24, and the bottom of the installation rod 23 is connected to the upper end of the spring member 25. The spring member 25 can provide elastic support and buffer for the installation rod 23. Thus, when the equipment is subjected to vibration or impact due to various factors at the construction site, the installation rod 23 can slide in the installation channel 24 along the elastic direction of the spring member 25, thereby effectively mitigating the impact force transmitted from the outside.
[0031] There are four buffer mounting components 21, which are respectively located at the corners of the bottom of the equipment body 3. When the equipment is subjected to different vibrations or impacts, the buffer mounting components 21 at each corner work together to absorb and disperse the impact force from all directions, ensuring that the equipment body 3 remains in a relatively stable state. This not only greatly improves the working accuracy and stability of the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32, ensuring they can accurately acquire information about the ductile iron pipe and its surrounding environment, but also effectively extends the service life of the equipment, ensuring that the entire ductile iron pipe installation and positioning equipment can operate continuously and reliably in complex construction sites.
[0032] In this embodiment, preferably, the outer cover 33 is fixedly installed on the equipment body 3. The outer cover 33 surrounds the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32. The outer cover 33 has an opening 34 for the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32 to be exposed. The opening 34 allows the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32 to work without being obstructed by the outer cover 33. In this way, the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32 can normally emit laser beams and collect image information of the construction site without being obstructed by the outer cover 33, thereby achieving accurate detection and identification of the ductile iron pipe and its surrounding environment. At the same time, the outer cover 33 protects the equipment body 3, the laser ranging module 31, and the image recognition module 32 to a certain extent, protecting them from the harsh environment of the construction site.
[0033] In this embodiment, preferably, the buffer pad 35 is disposed between the inner wall of the outer cover 33 and the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32. The buffer pad 35 is arranged sequentially along the circumference of the inner wall of the outer cover 33, so that the inner wall of the outer cover 33 and the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32 are in contact through the buffer pad 35, thereby improving the protection of the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32.
[0034] In this embodiment, preferably, the cleaning component 36 is movably installed in the opening 34. The cleaning component 36 includes a cleaning crossbar and a flexible wiping component disposed inside the cleaning crossbar. Sliding blocks are provided on opposite sides of the cleaning crossbar. A vertical groove is provided on the outer cover 33, and the sliding blocks are slidably connected to the vertical groove. A piston drive rod 37 is provided on the outer cover 33. The cleaning component 36 can move up and down along the opening 34 under the drive of the piston drive rod 37. Thus, during use, when dust or other particles affect the operation of the laser ranging module 31 or the image recognition module 32, the cleaning component 36 can be driven to move up and down along the opening 34 under the action of the piston drive rod 37. During the up and down movement of the cleaning component 36, the flexible wiping component on the cleaning component 36 wipes and cleans the laser ranging module 31 and the image recognition module 32, removing dust and debris from the surface, and ensuring the clarity and accuracy of laser emission and image acquisition.
[0035] The foregoing description only illustrates certain exemplary embodiments of the present invention. Undoubtedly, those skilled in the art can modify the described embodiments in various ways without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the above drawings and descriptions are illustrative in nature and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.
Claims
1. A ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device, characterized in that, The device includes a mounting base and a device body mounted on the mounting base. The bottom of the mounting base is provided with a mounting part that can be fixedly mounted on a suspension beam. The top of the mounting base is provided with a buffer mounting assembly for mounting the device body. A laser ranging module and an image recognition module are respectively provided on opposite sides of the device body. A power supply module is provided inside the device body. The power supply module is connected to both the laser ranging module and the image recognition module.
2. The ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The buffer mounting assembly includes a fixing rod and a mounting rod. The bottom of the fixing rod is fixedly mounted on the mounting base, and the mounting rod is fixedly mounted on the bottom of the device body. The top of the fixing rod is provided with a mounting channel, and the bottom of the mounting rod is slidably connected within the mounting channel.
3. The ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a spring component, which is fixedly installed in the mounting channel, and the bottom of the mounting rod is connected to the upper end of the spring component.
4. The ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device according to claim 3, characterized in that, There are four buffer mounting components, which are respectively located at each corner of the bottom of the device body.
5. The ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an outer cover, which is fixedly installed on the device body, and the outer cover is provided with an opening for the laser ranging module and the image recognition module to be exposed.
6. The ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device according to claim 5, characterized in that, It also includes a buffer pad, which is disposed between the inner wall of the outer cover and the laser ranging module and the image recognition module.
7. The ductile iron pipe installation and positioning device according to claim 6, characterized in that, It also includes a cleaning component, which is movably mounted on the opening. A piston drive rod is provided on the outer cover. The cleaning component is driven by the piston drive rod and can move up and down along the opening.
Citation Information
Patent Citations
Nodular cast iron pipe finished product lifting appliance
CN115557373A