Probe propelling device for underground gas pipe network
By designing a device that includes a probe, a first trolley, and a second trolley, the problem of difficulty in probe advancement during underground gas pipeline inspection was solved, enabling detection over longer distances and more efficient blockage location.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- NINGBO CHINA RESOURCES XINGGUANG GAS CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-28
AI Technical Summary
In existing technologies, underground gas pipeline network inspection is difficult, especially since probes are difficult to advance inside the pipeline and are prone to getting stuck, resulting in low inspection efficiency.
The device includes a probe, a first trolley, and a second trolley. The first trolley is used to push the probe, and the second trolley is used to assist in pushing and transmitting data. The two are connected by a data transmission line. Both the first and second trolleys are four-wheel drive to ensure stability and propulsion within the pipeline.
This improved the probe's advance distance and detection efficiency within the pipeline, reduced the risk of probe jamming, and enabled effective detection of blockages in gas pipelines.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of pipeline inspection technology, and in particular to a probe propulsion device for underground gas pipeline networks. Background Technology
[0002] With urban development, gas pipeline networks are becoming increasingly complex, making inspection and maintenance very difficult, especially locating blockages in underground pipelines, such as PE pipes being flattened or bent underground. Existing detection methods are mostly manual, where maintenance personnel insert an optical fiber with a probe into the pipe and manually push it into the pipe. Once the distance exceeds 5 meters, the probe becomes difficult to move and is prone to getting stuck. Utility Model Content
[0003] One objective of this application is to provide an underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device that can propel the probe within the pipeline.
[0004] The technical solution adopted in this application is: an underground gas pipeline network probe propulsion device, including a probe, a first trolley and a second trolley, the first trolley and the second trolley are arranged at intervals, the probe is connected to the first trolley and the second trolley through a data transmission line, the first trolley is provided with a first drive mechanism for driving the first trolley to move, and the second trolley is provided with a second drive mechanism for driving the second trolley to move.
[0005] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this application are that the probe is used to detect blockages in the gas pipeline; the first trolley is used to push the probe forward, and the distance between the first trolley and the probe is fixed, that is, the point of pushing the probe remains fixed to ensure the pushing effect on the probe; the second trolley is used for assistance, which can both assist in driving the data transmission line and assist in pushing the probe, allowing the probe to extend further; if the first trolley gets stuck, the second trolley will continue to move forward and push the first trolley, helping the first trolley to get out of trouble.
[0006] In some embodiments of this application, the first vehicle includes a first vehicle body and at least two pairs of first wheels, the first wheels being rotatably connected to the first vehicle body.
[0007] Furthermore, the first driving mechanism is a first driving motor, which is fixedly connected to the first vehicle body. The number of first driving motors is the same as the number of first wheels, and each first wheel is connected to the output end of a first driving motor. Each first wheel works with a first driving motor to achieve four-wheel drive, which improves adaptability to pipelines, enhances passability, provides stronger power (i.e., greater thrust), and achieves better pushing effect on the probe.
[0008] Furthermore, the first vehicle body is equipped with a first control board, a first battery, and a locator. The first battery, the locator, and the first drive mechanism are all electrically connected to the first control board. The first control board is used to control the operation of the first vehicle, and the locator is used to locate the position of the first vehicle.
[0009] Furthermore, the first vehicle body has a double-layer structure, with the first control board and positioner located on the bottom layer and the first battery located on the top layer. The double-layer structure of the first vehicle body provides a larger area for placing components, and the space between the two layers offers better protection. The first control board and positioner are precision components, and being installed in the space between the two layers, they are protected on both the top and bottom sides, providing good protection.
[0010] In some embodiments of this application, the second vehicle includes a second vehicle body and at least two pairs of second wheels, the second wheels being rotatably connected to the second vehicle body.
[0011] Furthermore, the second drive mechanism is a second drive motor, which is fixedly connected to the second vehicle body. The number of second drive motors is the same as the number of second wheels, and each second wheel is connected to the output end of a second drive motor. Each second wheel works with a second drive motor to achieve four-wheel drive, which improves adaptability to pipelines, enhances passability, provides stronger power (i.e., greater thrust), and better drives the data transmission line and propels the first trolley.
[0012] Furthermore, the second vehicle body is equipped with a second control board and a second battery, and the second battery and the second drive mechanism are both electrically connected to the second control board.
[0013] In some embodiments of this application, the probe, the first trolley, and the second trolley are arranged sequentially at intervals. The probe is placed outside the trolley to reduce obstruction by the trolley and to ensure comprehensive pipeline inspection.
[0014] In some embodiments of this application, both the first and second trolleys are provided with wire buckles, and data transmission lines are threaded through the wire buckles; the data transmission lines are optical fibers. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Embodiment 1 of this utility model;
[0016] Figure 2 This is a bottom view of Embodiment 1 of this utility model.
[0017] In the diagram: 1. Probe; 2. First trolley; 3. Second trolley; 4. Data transmission line; 5. First vehicle body; 6. First wheel; 7. First drive motor; 8. First control board; 9. First battery; 10. Positioner; 11. Second vehicle body; 12. Second wheel; 13. Second drive motor; 14. Second control board; 15. Second battery; 16. Cable clip. Detailed Implementation
[0018] To further illustrate the technical means and effects adopted by this utility model in order to achieve the intended utility model purpose, the following detailed description of the specific implementation methods, structure, features and effects of this utility model is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments.
[0019] Example 1:
[0020] This embodiment provides an underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device, such as... Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown, the system includes a probe 1, a first trolley 2, and a second trolley 3, which are arranged at an interval. The probe 1 is connected to the first trolley 2 and the second trolley 3 via a data transmission line 4. The first trolley 2 is equipped with a first drive mechanism for moving the first trolley 2, and the second trolley 3 is equipped with a second drive mechanism for moving the second trolley 3. In this embodiment, the probe 1 is a camera.
[0021] Probe 1 is used to detect blockages in the gas pipeline; the first trolley 2 is used to push probe 1 forward, and the distance between the first trolley 2 and probe 1 is fixed, that is, the point of pushing probe 1 remains fixed to ensure the pushing effect of probe 1; the second trolley 3 is used for assistance, which can both assist in driving the data transmission line 4 and assist in pushing probe 1, allowing probe 1 to extend a further distance; if the first trolley 2 is stuck, the second trolley 3 will continue to move forward and push the first trolley 2, helping the first trolley 2 to get out of trouble.
[0022] To ensure the reliability of the first trolley 2, the first trolley 2 includes a first body 5 and at least two pairs of first wheels 6, which are rotatably connected to the first body 5. The first wheels 6 are located on both sides of the first body 5, providing anti-rollover capability, reducing the risk of rollover when turning, improving stability, and facilitating movement within the pipeline. In this embodiment, two pairs of first wheels 6 are provided.
[0023] To ensure the reliability of the first drive mechanism, it is a first drive motor 7, which is fixedly connected to the first vehicle body 5. The number of first drive motors 7 is the same as the number of first wheels 6, and each first wheel 6 is connected to the output end of a first drive motor 7. Each first wheel 6 works with a first drive motor 7 to achieve four-wheel drive, which improves adaptability to pipelines, enhances passability, provides stronger power (i.e., greater thrust), and achieves better pushing effect on the probe 1.
[0024] To ensure reliable operation of the first vehicle 2, the first vehicle body 5 is equipped with a first control board 8, a first battery 9, and a locator 10. The first battery 9, locator 10, and first drive motor 7 are electrically connected to the first control board 8. The first control board 8 is equipped with a wireless transmission module. The first control board 8, first battery 9, and locator 10 can all be fixedly connected to the first vehicle body 5 by cable ties, resulting in a simple structure and convenient installation. The first control board 8 is used to control the operation of the first vehicle 2, and the locator 10 is used to locate the position of the first vehicle 2 and obtain position data. The wireless transmission module can transmit data back to the locator 10 and can remotely control the movement of the vehicle.
[0025] To improve protection, the first vehicle body 5 has a double-layer structure, with the first control board 8 and the positioner 10 located on the upper surface of the bottom layer, and the first battery 9 located on the upper surface of the top layer. The double-layer structure of the first vehicle body 5 provides a larger area for placing components, and the space between the two layers offers better protection. The first control board 8 and the positioner 10 are precision components, and being installed in the space between the two layers, they are protected on both the top and bottom sides, providing good protection.
[0026] To ensure the reliability of the second trolley 3, the second trolley 3 includes a second body 11 and at least two pairs of second wheels 12, which are rotatably connected to the second body 11. The second wheels 12 are located on both sides of the second body 11, providing anti-rollover capability, reducing the risk of rollover when turning, improving stability, and facilitating movement within the pipeline. In this embodiment, two pairs of second wheels 12 are provided.
[0027] To ensure the reliability of the second drive mechanism, it is a second drive motor 13, which is fixedly connected to the second vehicle body 11. The number of second drive motors 13 is the same as the number of second wheels 12, and each second wheel 12 is connected to the output end of a second drive motor 13. Each second wheel 12 works in conjunction with a second drive motor 13 to achieve four-wheel drive, which improves adaptability to pipelines, enhances passability, provides stronger power (i.e., greater thrust), and better drives the data transmission line 4, as well as providing better propulsion for the first trolley 2.
[0028] To ensure reliable operation of the second trolley 3, a second control board 14 and a second battery 15 are provided on the second vehicle body 11. The second battery 15, the second drive motor 13, and the second control board 14 are electrically connected. Both the second control board 14 and the second battery 15 can be fixedly connected to the second vehicle body 11 by cable ties, resulting in a simple structure and convenient installation. The second control board 14 is used to control the operation of the second trolley 3.
[0029] To ensure reliable leak detection, the probe 1, the first trolley 2, and the second trolley 3 are arranged sequentially at intervals. The probe 1 is placed outside the trolley to reduce obstruction by the trolley and to ensure comprehensive pipeline inspection.
[0030] To ensure the data transmission line 4 is securely fixed, both the first vehicle body 5 and the second vehicle body 11 are equipped with wire buckles 16, and the data transmission line 4 is threaded through the wire buckles 16; the data transmission line 4 is an optical fiber.
[0031] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Although the present utility model has been disclosed above with reference to a preferred embodiment, it is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any person skilled in the art can make some modifications or alterations to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the present utility model. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes and alterations made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the scope of the present utility model shall still fall within the scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A probe propulsion device for underground gas pipeline networks, characterized in that, It includes a probe (1), a first trolley (2) and a second trolley (3), the first trolley (2) and the second trolley (3) are arranged at intervals, the probe (1) is connected to the first trolley (2) and the second trolley (3) through a data transmission line (4), the first trolley (2) is provided with a first drive mechanism for driving the first trolley (2) to move, and the second trolley (3) is provided with a second drive mechanism for driving the second trolley (3) to move.
2. The underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first vehicle (2) includes a first vehicle body (5) and at least two pairs of first wheels (6), which are rotatably connected to the first vehicle body (5).
3. The underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first driving mechanism is a first driving motor (7), which is fixedly connected to the first vehicle body (5); the number of first driving motors (7) is the same as the number of first wheels (6), and each first wheel (6) is connected to the output end of a first driving motor (7).
4. The underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first vehicle body (5) is provided with a first control board (8), a first battery (9) and a locator (10), and the first battery (9), the locator (10) and the first drive mechanism are all electrically connected to the first control board (8).
5. The underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The first vehicle body (5) has a double-layer structure, with the first control board (8) and the locator (10) located at the bottom layer and the first battery (9) located at the top layer.
6. The underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second vehicle (3) includes a second vehicle body (11) and at least two pairs of second wheels (12), which are rotatably connected to the second vehicle body (11).
7. The underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The second drive mechanism is a second drive motor (13), which is fixedly connected to the second vehicle body (11). The number of second drive motors (13) is the same as the number of second wheels (12), and each second wheel (12) is connected to the output end of a second drive motor (13).
8. The underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The second vehicle body (11) is provided with a second control board (14) and a second battery (15), and the second battery (15) and the second drive mechanism are electrically connected to the second control board (14).
9. The underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The probe (1), the first trolley (2), and the second trolley (3) are arranged in sequence at intervals.
10. The underground gas pipeline probe propulsion device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both the first trolley (2) and the second trolley (3) are equipped with wire buckles (16), and the data transmission line (4) is threaded through the wire buckles (16); the data transmission line (4) is an optical fiber.