Rail embedded sleeve oil injection buckling cover device

The rail pre-embedded sleeve oil injection and capping device, which integrates a robotic arm and a capping mechanism, solves the problem of low efficiency in manual operation, realizes automated oil injection and capping of sleeper sleeves, and improves the quality and production efficiency of sleepers.

CN224167872UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-28CHINA RAILWAY NO 9 GRP NO 3 CONSTR CO LTD
View PDF 0 Cites 0 Cited by

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
CHINA RAILWAY NO 9 GRP NO 3 CONSTR CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-16
Publication Date
2026-04-28

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

During the production of railway sleepers, the oiling and capping operations of the pre-embedded sleeves of the rails mainly rely on manual labor, which leads to low efficiency and difficulty in ensuring quality. Insufficient or excessive oiling and loose capping are common problems, affecting the quality of railway sleepers and production efficiency.

Method used

A rail pre-embedded sleeve oil injection and capping device was designed, which integrates a robotic arm and a capping mechanism. It uses a negative pressure pipe and an oil injector to realize the automated suction and oil injection operation of the rail sleeper sleeve cap. Combined with a vibrating feeding plate and a feeding trough, it ensures the stable delivery of the rail sleeper sleeve cap.

Benefits of technology

The system automates the oiling and capping of the rail pre-embedded sleeves, improving production efficiency, ensuring consistency in oiling volume and capping quality, and enhancing the overall quality and production efficiency of the sleepers.

✦ Generated by Eureka AI based on patent content.

Smart Images

  • Figure CN224167872U_ABST
    Figure CN224167872U_ABST
Patent Text Reader

Abstract

The utility model provides a rail embedded sleeve oil injection cover buckling device which comprises a mechanical arm and a cover buckling mechanism, the cover buckling mechanism is assembled at the tail end of the mechanical arm, and the working radius of the mechanical arm covers a sleeper sleeve cover feeding tool and a sleeper sleeve cover buckling station. The cover buckling mechanism comprises a main body and an oil injector, a negative pressure pipe extending downwards is arranged in the middle of the main body, and the upper end of the negative pressure pipe is connected with a negative pressure pump so as to suck a sleeper sleeve cover through negative pressure; and the oil injector is arranged on the side part of the main body and is correspondingly connected with the oil injection pump so as to inject oil into the sleeper sleeve. The cover buckling mechanism and the oil injection mechanism are integrated on the mechanical arm, automatic oil injection and cover buckling operation of the rail embedded sleeve is achieved, and the production efficiency is greatly improved.
Need to check novelty before this filing date? Find Prior Art

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of railway sleeper production equipment, specifically relating to a rail pre-embedded sleeve oil injection and capping device. Background Technology

[0002] During the railway sleeper production process, to ensure the stability of sleeper quality, grease needs to be injected into the sleeper sleeve after demolding, and then the sleeve cap needs to be fastened to prevent rusting during subsequent storage. Currently, the grease injection and capping operations for the pre-embedded rail sleeves are mostly done manually, which is inefficient and makes it difficult to ensure consistency in the amount of grease injected and the quality of the capping. Problems such as insufficient or excessive grease injection and loose capping are prone to occur, affecting the quality of the sleepers and production efficiency.

[0003] Therefore, there is a need to provide an improved technical solution that addresses the shortcomings of the existing technology. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art. This utility model provides a rail pre-embedded sleeve oil injection cap device.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0006] A rail pre-embedded sleeve oil injection and capping device includes a robotic arm and a capping mechanism. The capping mechanism is assembled at the end of the robotic arm, and the working radius of the robotic arm covers the sleeper sleeve cap feeding fixture and the sleeper sleeve capping station.

[0007] The cover-fastening mechanism includes:

[0008] The main body has a downward-extending negative pressure pipe in the middle, and the upper end of the negative pressure pipe is connected to a negative pressure pump to suck up the sleeper sleeve cover through negative pressure.

[0009] The oil injector is located on the side of the main body and is connected to an oil pump to inject oil into the sleeper sleeve.

[0010] Preferably, the lower end of the negative pressure tube is provided with an elastic suction nozzle, the upper end of the elastic suction nozzle is closed and connected to the inner wall of the negative pressure tube, and the lower end of the elastic suction nozzle extends out of the negative pressure tube and has a flat lower end surface.

[0011] Preferably, the portion of the elastic suction nozzle extending out of the negative pressure tube is provided with a baffle corresponding to the negative pressure tube.

[0012] Preferably, the oil injector is slidably mounted on the main body along the longitudinal direction via a slide block, and the main body is provided with a driving device corresponding to the slide block.

[0013] Preferably, the sleeper sleeve cover feeding fixture includes:

[0014] Vibrating feeder;

[0015] The feeding trough is connected to the upper end of the feeding track inside the vibrating feeding plate and extends horizontally along the tangential direction of the feeding track.

[0016] The trough of the feeding trough is adapted to the sleeper sleeve cover, and the end of it away from the feeding track is a closed end;

[0017] On both sides above the feeding chute, there are baffles corresponding to the sleeper sleeve covers, and the front end of the baffles has a notch corresponding to the sleeper sleeve cover.

[0018] Preferably, the vibratory feeding plate has a guide plate with a corresponding feeding groove along its upper edge, and the distance between the guide plate and the end of the feeding track is adapted to the sleeper sleeve cover.

[0019] Beneficial effects: This application integrates a capping and oiling mechanism on a robotic arm, realizing automated oiling and capping operations for the rail-embedded sleeve, which greatly improves production efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0020] The accompanying drawings, which form part of this application, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The illustrative embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention and do not constitute an undue limitation of the present invention. Wherein:

[0021] Figure 1 This is a simplified structural diagram of the oil filling cap device in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a simplified structural diagram of the cover-fastening mechanism in a specific embodiment of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a simplified structural diagram of the vibrating feeding disc in a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. Sleeper; 2. Robotic arm; 3. Vibrating feeder; 4. Main body; 5. Negative pressure pipe; 6. Elastic suction nozzle; 7. Baffle; 8. Oil injector; 9. Slide; 10. Feed trough; 11. Guide plate; 12. Sleeper sleeve cover; 13. Stop bar. Detailed Implementation

[0025] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, the terms "longitudinal," "lateral," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," and "bottom," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and do not require that this utility model be constructed and operated in a specific orientation; therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. The terms "connected" and "linked" used in this utility model should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection or a detachable connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through intermediate components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms according to the specific circumstances.

[0027] The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described herein can be combined with each other.

[0028] like Figure 1-3 As shown, a rail-embedded sleeve oil injection and capping device includes a robotic arm 2 and a capping mechanism. The robotic arm 2 is a commercially available six-axis robotic arm 2. The structure and electrical control principle of the robotic arm 2 will not be described in detail here.

[0029] The sleeper sleeve cover 12 is generally a metal or plastic cover structure with a flat top surface, which can be picked up and put down by a suction cup structure. The cover-fastening mechanism is used to pick up and put down the sleeper sleeve cover. The cover-fastening mechanism is assembled at the end of the robotic arm 2. The working radius of the robotic arm 2 covers the sleeper sleeve cover 12 feeding fixture and the sleeper sleeve cover fastening station. Thus, under the drive of the robotic arm 2, the sleeper sleeve cover 12 can be picked up by the sleeper sleeve cover 12 feeding fixture, and then the sleeper sleeve cover 12 can be fastened to the corresponding position of the sleeper mold at the sleeper sleeve cover fastening station.

[0030] The cover-fastening mechanism includes a main body 4 and an oiler 8. The oiler 8 is a commercially available product. The main body 4 has a downward-extending negative pressure pipe 5 in the middle. The upper end of the negative pressure pipe 5 is connected to a negative pressure pump to draw oil into the sleeper sleeve cover 12 through negative pressure. The diameter of the negative pressure pipe 5 is smaller than the diameter of the sleeper sleeve cover 12. The oiler 8 is located on the side of the main body 4 and is connected to an oil pump. Its oil injection pipe extends downward to inject oil into the sleeper sleeve.

[0031] In this embodiment, the diameter of the oil injection pipe is smaller than that of the sleeper sleeve, so that it can be inserted into the sleeper sleeve for oil injection. The oil injector 8 is slidably mounted on the main body 4 along the longitudinal direction via the slide seat 9. The main body 4 is a square box, and a slide rail corresponding to the slide seat 9 is provided on the main body 4. A driving device corresponding to the slide seat 9 is provided on the main body 4. The driving device can be a cylinder or a hydraulic cylinder. No specific restrictions are placed on its structure here. Under the drive of the driving device, the oil injection pipe can slide downward to extend below the negative pressure pipe 5, thereby avoiding the negative pressure pipe 5 from contacting the sleeper mold during the oil injection process.

[0032] In an optional embodiment, the lower end of the negative pressure pipe 5 is provided with an elastic suction nozzle 6. The negative pressure pipe 5 serves as the supporting body 4 to ensure that the elastic suction nozzle 6 will not undergo excessive deformation. The elastic suction nozzle 6 can be made of rubber. The upper end of the elastic suction nozzle 6 is closed and connected to the inner wall of the negative pressure pipe 5, or the upper end is closed and directly connected to the negative pressure pipe 5. The lower end of the elastic suction nozzle 6 extends out of the negative pressure pipe 5 and has a flat lower end surface, so that it can be sealed after contacting the sleeper sleeve cover 12 to meet the suction requirements.

[0033] Furthermore, a suction cup-shaped or trumpet-shaped suction port is provided at the lower end of the elastic suction nozzle 6 to ensure suction stability.

[0034] In this embodiment, the main body 4 of the elastic suction nozzle 6 is a cylindrical rubber tube. During the suction process, it can be pressed against the sleeper sleeve cover 12 to improve suction stability and avoid damaging the sleeper sleeve cover 12.

[0035] Furthermore, the portion of the elastic suction nozzle 6 extending out of the negative pressure tube 5 is provided with a baffle 7 corresponding to the negative pressure tube 5. The baffle 7 can limit the maximum upward retraction distance of the elastic suction nozzle 6, thereby blocking the elastic suction nozzle 6 and maximizing the suction effect while ensuring sufficient buffer spacing.

[0036] In an optional embodiment, the sleeper sleeve cover 12 feeding fixture includes a vibrating feeding plate 3 and a feeding trough 10. The vibrating feeding plate 3 is a conventional product, and no modifications or excessive restrictions are made to it. The feeding trough 10 is connected to the upper end of the feeding track inside the vibrating feeding plate 3. The feeding trough 10 extends horizontally along the tangent direction of the feeding track, so that the sleeper sleeve cover 12 transmitted upward by the vibrating feeding plate 3 can be stably placed. The trough body of the feeding trough 10 is adapted to the sleeper sleeve cover 12. The end away from the feeding track is a closed end, which is used to stop the sleeper sleeve cover 12 and prevent it from falling out. There are corresponding rail stops 13 on both sides above the feeding trough 10. The rail stops restrict the sleeper sleeve cover 12. The front end of the rail stops 13 is provided with a notch corresponding to the sleeper sleeve cover 12. The negative pressure pipe 5 is used to suck up the sleeper sleeve cover 12 at this point.

[0037] Furthermore, in this application, the distance between the lower end face of the elastic suction nozzle 6 and the baffle 7 is adapted to the depth of the sleeper sleeve cover 12. The inner cavity of the sleeper sleeve cover 12 also has a flat inner wall (at least one side of the inner wall of the sleeper sleeve cover 12 is flat). The diameter of the elastic suction nozzle 6 is smaller than the inner cavity diameter of the sleeper sleeve cover 12 to avoid friction between the two. This allows it to be inserted into the sleeper sleeve cover 12 and sucked tightly against the inner wall of the sleeper sleeve cover 12. As a result, the vibrating feeding plate 3 does not need to consider whether it is facing upwards during the feeding process. Therefore, the vibrating feeding plate 3 does not need to be equipped with a sleeper sleeve cover 12 orientation adjustment mechanism, thereby reducing the structural complexity of the vibrating feeding plate 3.

[0038] The baffle 7 is also made of rubber, and its diameter is larger than that of the sleeper sleeve cover 12. Its lower surface is flat. The baffle 7 can also seal the opening end of the sleeper sleeve cover 12 by contacting it, thus achieving a double seal and ensuring the suction effect.

[0039] In addition, the lower diameter of the flexible suction nozzle 6 is smaller than the diameter of the sleeper sleeve. An air pump is connected to the flexible suction nozzle 6 through an electronically controlled valve, so as to control the air flow direction of the flexible suction nozzle 6. Before oil injection, the flexible suction nozzle 6 is inserted into the sleeper sleeve and blows air, thereby blowing out the dust inside the sleeper sleeve.

[0040] The vibrating feeding plate 3 has a spiral feeding track inside. At the upper end of the feeding track, there is a guide plate 11 corresponding to the feeding trough 10. The distance between the guide plate 11 and the end of the feeding track is adapted to the sleeper sleeve cover 12, thereby ensuring that the sleeper sleeve cover 12 can smoothly enter the feeding trough 10.

[0041] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model shall be within the scope of protection of the pending claims of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A rail-embedded sleeve oil injection cap device, characterized in that, It includes a robotic arm and a cover fastening mechanism, the cover fastening mechanism being assembled at the end of the robotic arm, the working radius of the robotic arm covering the sleeper sleeve cover feeding fixture and the sleeper sleeve cover fastening station; The cover-fastening mechanism includes: The main body has a downward-extending negative pressure pipe in the middle, and the upper end of the negative pressure pipe is connected to a negative pressure pump to suck up the sleeper sleeve cover through negative pressure. The oil injector is located on the side of the main body and is connected to an oil pump to inject oil into the sleeper sleeve.

2. The rail pre-embedded sleeve oil injection cap device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower end of the negative pressure tube is provided with an elastic suction nozzle. The upper end of the elastic suction nozzle is closed and connected to the inner wall of the negative pressure tube, and the lower end of the elastic suction nozzle extends out of the negative pressure tube and has a flat lower end surface.

3. The rail pre-embedded sleeve oil injection cap device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The portion of the elastic suction nozzle extending out of the negative pressure tube is provided with a baffle corresponding to the negative pressure tube.

4. The rail pre-embedded sleeve oil injection cap device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The oil injector is slidably mounted on the main body along the longitudinal direction via a slide block, and the main body is provided with a drive device corresponding to the slide block.

5. The rail pre-embedded sleeve oil injection cap device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sleeper sleeve cover feeding fixture includes: Vibrating feeder; The feeding trough is connected to the upper end of the feeding track inside the vibrating feeding plate and extends horizontally along the tangential direction of the feeding track. The trough of the feeding trough is adapted to the sleeper sleeve cover, and the end of it away from the feeding track is a closed end; On both sides above the feeding chute, there are baffles corresponding to the sleeper sleeve covers, and the front end of the baffles has a notch corresponding to the sleeper sleeve cover.

6. The rail pre-embedded sleeve oil injection cap device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The vibrating feeding plate has a guide plate with a corresponding feeding groove along its upper edge, and the distance between the guide plate and the end of the feeding track is adapted to the sleeper sleeve cover.