Auxiliary device for airplane surface composite material maintenance

By combining electric push rods and self-locking casters, and using a dual-axis motor to drive the screw to expand the contact range, the problem of insufficient stability of existing devices during movement is solved, achieving stable support and flexible adjustment during aircraft surface repair.

CN224197969UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-05RHYXEON GENERAL AIRCRAFT CO LTD +1
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
RHYXEON GENERAL AIRCRAFT CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-24
Publication Date
2026-05-05

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Technical Problem

Existing aircraft surface composite material repair devices lack stability during movement, especially the locking casters which are significantly affected by gravity, and the counterweights are not effective in preventing tilting.

Method used

It uses an electric push rod and self-locking casters. After moving into place, it is supported by the base plate. The dual-axis motor drives the screw to move the support block to expand the contact range. Combined with the lifting mechanism and electric hydraulic rod, it achieves stable support.

Benefits of technology

This improves the stability and safety of the device during aircraft surface repair, ensuring that the device is not easily tipped over and enhancing the flexibility of movement and repair position adjustment.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an auxiliary device for aircraft surface composite material maintenance, which belongs to the technical field of aircraft surface maintenance and comprises a bottom plate, a convex groove is formed in the top surface of the bottom plate, a first screw is rotatably connected to an inner cavity of the convex groove, and a first motor is fixedly mounted at the end of the bottom plate. And an output shaft of the first motor is connected with the end part of the first screw rod through a coupling. According to the aircraft repairing device, through matched use of the containing groove, the electric push rod and the self-locking trundles, when the aircraft repairing device moves, the electric push rod is used for driving the self-locking trundles to move downwards, the self-locking trundles and the electric push rod are used for supporting the bottom plate, and therefore the aircraft repairing device is moved through the self-locking trundles; the electric push rod is used for driving the self-locking trundles to move upwards and retract into an inner cavity of the storage groove, so that the bottom face of the bottom plate makes contact with the ground, the device is directly supported through the bottom plate, the stability of the device is guaranteed, and the practicability is good.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of aircraft surface repair technology, and more specifically, to an auxiliary device for repairing composite materials on aircraft surfaces. Background Technology

[0002] An airplane is a heavier-than-air aircraft with wings and one or more engines, capable of flying in the atmosphere under its own power. It typically consists of a fuselage, wings, engines, and tail. During flight, the surface of an airplane may suffer some damage, requiring repair materials. For example, carbon fiber reinforced plastics are widely used in aircraft structural repair.

[0003] Utility model patent CN221954576U discloses an auxiliary device for the maintenance of composite materials on aircraft surfaces, including a trolley. The trolley includes a base plate, and a movable groove is formed on the upper surface of the base plate. A convex movable platform is slidably connected in the movable groove. The protruding part of the convex movable platform is slidably connected in the movable groove and connected to a displacement driving mechanism. Both sides of the base plate are provided with a linkage balancing mechanism. A lifting platform mechanism is installed on the upper surface of the convex movable platform. Through the linkage balancing mechanism, when the convex movable platform moves, the counterweights on both sides will move in the opposite direction synchronously with the convex movable platform, so that the center of gravity of the device is kept in the middle. This prevents the device from tipping over due to the shift of the center of gravity as the convex movable platform moves, thereby improving the stability and safety during use. However, the above patent still has the following shortcomings: when the device is in use, it relies on multiple locking casters to bear all the weight of the upper part, which will also affect the stability of the device; although the counterweight can be moved by the cooperation of the first toothed plate, the second toothed plate and the linkage gear, it can only be moved to the middle of both sides of the trolley, and the effect of preventing tilting is not good. Therefore, we propose an auxiliary device for the maintenance of aircraft surface composite materials. Utility Model Content

[0004] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an auxiliary device for the maintenance of composite materials on aircraft surfaces.

[0005] To solve the above problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] An auxiliary device for repairing composite materials on aircraft surfaces includes a base plate. A convex groove is formed on the top surface of the base plate. A first screw is rotatably connected to the inner cavity of the convex groove. A first motor is fixedly installed at the end of the base plate. The output shaft of the first motor is connected to the end of the first screw via a coupling. A movable seat is threaded onto the outer side of the first screw. The top end of the movable seat extends to the top of the base plate and is fixedly connected to a movable plate. A lifting mechanism is provided on the movable plate. Auxiliary support mechanisms are respectively provided on both sides of the base plate. Multiple storage slots are provided on the bottom surface of the base plate. Multiple electric push rods are fixedly installed on the top surface of the base plate. The output ends of the multiple electric push rods extend into the inner cavity of the storage slots and are fixedly connected to self-locking casters.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the auxiliary support mechanism includes a transmission groove disposed on the side of the base plate. A dual-axis motor is fixedly installed in the inner cavity of the transmission groove. The two ends of the dual-axis motor are respectively fixedly connected to second screws through couplings. The ends of the two second screws are respectively rotatably connected to the two ends of the inner cavity of the transmission groove. Moving blocks are threadedly sleeved on the outer sides of the two second screws. Transmission frames are rotatably connected to the sides of the two moving blocks. The ends of the two transmission frames extend to the outside of the base plate and are rotatably connected to support blocks. The bottom surface of the support blocks is flush with the bottom surface of the base plate.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the lifting mechanism includes multiple electro-hydraulic rods fixedly installed on the top surface of the movable plate. A maintenance basket is fixedly connected to the top of the multiple electro-hydraulic rods. A gate is hinged to the side of the maintenance basket. A ladder is provided on the side of the maintenance basket. A control panel is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the maintenance basket. The control panel is electrically connected to the electric push rod, the first motor, the electro-hydraulic rods, and the dual-axis motor.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a storage battery is provided on the top surface of the base plate, and the storage battery is electrically connected to the control panel, the electric push rod, the first motor, the electric hydraulic rod, and the dual-axis motor.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a pusher is fixedly installed at the end of the base plate.

[0011] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the side of the movable seat is in contact with the inner wall of the convex groove, and the bottom surface of the movable plate is in contact with the top surface of the base plate.

[0012] In a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the top and bottom surfaces of the inner cavity of the transmission groove are respectively attached to the top and bottom surfaces of the inner cavity of the moving block.

[0013] Compared with existing technologies, the advantages of this utility model are:

[0014] (1) In this utility model, by using the storage groove, electric push rod and self-locking casters together, when the device moves, the electric push rod drives the self-locking casters to move down, and the self-locking casters and electric push rod support the base plate, so that the self-locking casters can move the device. When the device moves to below the aircraft repair area, the electric push rod drives the self-locking casters to move up and retract into the inner cavity of the storage groove, so that the bottom surface of the base plate contacts the ground, and the device is directly supported by the base plate to ensure the stability of the device.

[0015] (2) In this utility model, two dual-axis motors can drive four second screws to rotate. The threaded engagement between each second screw and each pair of moving blocks drives the two moving blocks to move closer to each other. The engagement between the two moving blocks and the two transmission frames drives the support block to move outward. The support block, transmission frame, and moving block increase the contact range between the base plate and the ground, ensuring the stability of the device. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a bottom view of the base plate of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the base plate of this utility model.

[0020] Explanation of the labels in the diagram:

[0021] 1. Base plate; 2. Convex groove; 3. First screw; 4. First motor; 5. Movable seat; 6. Movable plate; 7. Lifting mechanism; 8. Auxiliary support mechanism; 9. Storage slot; 10. Electric push rod; 11. Self-locking caster; 12. Transmission slot; 13. Dual-axis motor; 14. Second screw; 15. Movable block; 16. Transmission frame; 17. Support block; 18. Electro-hydraulic rod; 19. Maintenance basket; 20. Gate; 21. Control panel; 22. Ladder; 23. Push handle; 24. Battery. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present utility model without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "top / bottom," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," "sleeved / connected," "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connection" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0025] Example:

[0026] Please see Figure 1-4 An auxiliary device for repairing composite materials on aircraft surfaces includes a base plate 1. A convex groove 2 is formed on the top surface of the base plate 1. A first screw 3 is rotatably connected to the inner cavity of the convex groove 2. A first motor 4 is fixedly installed at the end of the base plate 1. The output shaft of the first motor 4 is connected to the end of the first screw 3 through a coupling. A movable seat 5 is threaded onto the outer side of the first screw 3. The top of the movable seat 5 extends to the top of the base plate 1 and is fixedly connected to a movable plate 6. A lifting mechanism 7 is provided on the movable plate 6. Auxiliary support mechanisms 8 are respectively provided on both sides of the base plate 1. Multiple storage slots 9 are provided on the bottom surface of the base plate 1. Multiple electric push rods 10 are fixedly installed on the top surface of the base plate 1. The output ends of the multiple electric push rods 10 all extend into the inner cavity of the storage slots 9 and are fixedly connected to self-locking casters 11.

[0027] In this embodiment, the self-locking caster 11 can be stored in the storage slot 9, and the movable seat 5 is provided with a screw hole that matches the first screw 3, so that the movable seat 5 and the first screw 3 can be smoothly driven by the thread.

[0028] For details, please refer to Figures 1 to 4The auxiliary support mechanism 8 includes a transmission groove 12 disposed on the side of the base plate 1. A dual-axis motor 13 is fixedly installed in the inner cavity of the transmission groove 12. The two ends of the dual-axis motor 13 are respectively fixedly connected to the second screws 14 through couplings. The ends of the two second screws 14 are respectively rotatably connected to the two ends of the inner cavity of the transmission groove 12. The outer sides of the two second screws 14 are respectively threaded with moving blocks 15. The sides of the two moving blocks 15 are rotatably connected to transmission frames 16. The ends of the two transmission frames 16 extend to the outside of the base plate 1 and are rotatably connected to support blocks 17. The bottom surface of the support blocks 17 is flush with the bottom surface of the base plate 1.

[0029] In this embodiment, the threads of the two second screws 14 are opposite, ensuring that when the two second screws 14 rotate, they can drive the two moving blocks 15 to move closer or further away synchronously. Both moving blocks 15 are provided with screw holes that are compatible with the second screws 14, ensuring that the second screws 14 and the moving blocks 15 can be smoothly transmitted.

[0030] For details, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3 The lifting mechanism 7 includes multiple electric hydraulic rods 18 fixedly installed on the top surface of the movable plate 6. A maintenance basket 19 is fixedly connected to the top of the multiple electric hydraulic rods 18. A gate 20 is hinged to the side of the maintenance basket 19. A ladder 22 is provided on the side of the maintenance basket 19. A control panel 21 is fixedly installed on the inner wall of the maintenance basket 19. The control panel 21 is electrically connected to the electric push rod 10, the first motor 4, the electric hydraulic rods 18, and the dual-axis motor 13.

[0031] In this embodiment, the electric push rod 10, the first motor 4, the electric hydraulic rod 18, and the dual-axis motor 13 are controlled by the control panel 21.

[0032] For details, please refer to Figures 1 to 3 A battery 24 is installed on the top surface of the base plate 1. The battery 24 is electrically connected to the control panel 21, the electric push rod 10, the first motor 4, the electric hydraulic rod 18, and the dual-axis motor 13.

[0033] In this embodiment, the storage battery 24 is used to power the control panel 21, the electric push rod 10, the first motor 4, the electric hydraulic rod 18, and the dual-axis motor 13.

[0034] For details, please refer to Figure 1 A pusher 23 is fixedly installed at the end of the base plate 1.

[0035] In this embodiment, the device can be pushed by holding the pusher 23.

[0036] For details, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 3The side of the movable seat 5 is in contact with the inner wall of the convex groove 2, and the bottom surface of the movable plate 6 is in contact with the top surface of the base plate 1.

[0037] In this embodiment, the inner wall of the convex groove 2 is used to limit the movable seat 5, so that the movable seat 5 can only move along the axial direction of the first screw 3. In addition, the top surface of the base plate 1 is used to support the movable plate 6, ensuring the strength of the movable plate 6 in supporting the lifting mechanism 7.

[0038] For details, please refer to Figure 1 and Figure 4 The top and bottom surfaces of the inner cavity of the transmission groove 12 are respectively in contact with the top and bottom surfaces of the inner cavity of the moving block 15.

[0039] In this embodiment, the top and bottom surfaces of the inner cavity of the transmission groove 12 are used to limit the movement block 15, so that the movement block 15 can only move along the axial direction of the second screw 14.

[0040] Working principle: In use, firstly, multiple electric push rods 10 are activated to drive multiple self-locking casters 11 to extend from the inner cavity of the storage slot 9. The self-locking casters 11 and electric push rods 10 support the base plate 1. Then, the push handle 23 is used to push the device to move it below the area to be repaired on the aircraft surface. Next, the electric push rods 10 are activated to move the self-locking casters 11 upwards and retract them into the inner cavity of the storage slot 9. At this point, the bottom surface of the base plate 1 contacts the ground, directly supporting the device. Then, two dual-axis motors 13 are activated to drive four second screws 14 to rotate. The threaded engagement between the second screws 14 and two moving blocks 15 drives the two moving blocks... The two moving blocks 15 and the two transmission frames 16 move closer together, and the support block 17 moves outward by cooperating with each other. The support block 17, transmission frame 16 and moving block 15 increase the contact range between the base plate 1 and the ground, ensuring the stability of the device. Finally, the staff climbs up the ladder 22 to the maintenance basket 19 and starts the electric hydraulic rod 18 to move the maintenance basket 19 and the staff upward for aircraft repair. In addition, the first motor 4 can be started to drive the first screw 3 to rotate. Through the threaded engagement between the first screw 3 and the moving seat 5, the moving seat 5, the moving plate 6 and the maintenance basket 19 move laterally, thereby changing the position for repairing the aircraft surface.

[0041] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model, but the protection scope of the present utility model is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or changes made by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the present utility model based on the technical solution and its improved concept should be covered within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. An auxiliary device for repairing composite materials on aircraft surfaces, comprising a base plate (1), characterized in that: The top surface of the base plate (1) is provided with a convex groove (2). The inner cavity of the convex groove (2) is rotatably connected to a first screw (3). The end of the base plate (1) is fixedly installed with a first motor (4). The output shaft of the first motor (4) is connected to the end of the first screw (3) through a coupling. The outer side of the first screw (3) is threaded with a movable seat (5). The top end of the movable seat (5) extends to the top of the base plate (1) and is fixedly connected with a movable plate (6). The movable plate (6) is provided with a lifting mechanism (7). The two sides of the base plate (1) are respectively provided with auxiliary support mechanisms (8). The bottom surface of the base plate (1) is provided with multiple storage slots (9). The top surface of the base plate (1) is fixedly installed with multiple electric push rods (10). The output ends of the multiple electric push rods (10) extend to the inner cavity of the storage slots (9) and are fixedly connected with self-locking casters (11).

2. The auxiliary device for repairing aircraft surface composite materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: The auxiliary support mechanism (8) includes a transmission groove (12) provided on the side of the base plate (1). A dual-axis motor (13) is fixedly installed in the inner cavity of the transmission groove (12). The two ends of the dual-axis motor (13) are respectively fixedly connected to the second screws (14) through couplings. The ends of the two second screws (14) are respectively rotatably connected to the two ends of the inner cavity of the transmission groove (12). The outer sides of the two second screws (14) are respectively threaded with moving blocks (15). The sides of the two moving blocks (15) are rotatably connected to transmission frames (16). The ends of the two transmission frames (16) extend to the outside of the base plate (1) and are rotatably connected to support blocks (17). The bottom surface of the support blocks (17) is flush with the bottom surface of the base plate (1).

3. The auxiliary device for repairing aircraft surface composite materials according to claim 2, characterized in that: The lifting mechanism (7) includes multiple electric hydraulic rods (18) fixedly installed on the top surface of the movable plate (6). The top of the multiple electric hydraulic rods (18) is fixedly connected to a maintenance basket (19). The side of the maintenance basket (19) is hinged with a gate (20). The side of the maintenance basket (19) is provided with a ladder (22). The inner wall of the maintenance basket (19) is fixedly installed with a control panel (21). The control panel (21) is electrically connected to the electric push rod (10), the first motor (4), the electric hydraulic rods (18), and the dual-axis motor (13).

4. The auxiliary device for repairing aircraft surface composite materials according to claim 3, characterized in that: The top surface of the base plate (1) is provided with a storage battery (24), which is electrically connected to the control panel (21), electric push rod (10), first motor (4), electric hydraulic rod (18), and dual-axis motor (13).

5. The auxiliary device for repairing aircraft surface composite materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: A pusher (23) is fixedly installed at the end of the base plate (1).

6. The auxiliary device for repairing aircraft surface composite materials according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side of the movable seat (5) is in contact with the inner wall of the convex groove (2), and the bottom surface of the movable plate (6) is in contact with the top surface of the base plate (1).

7. An auxiliary device for repairing aircraft surface composite materials according to claim 2, characterized in that: The top and bottom surfaces of the inner cavity of the transmission groove (12) are respectively in contact with the top and bottom surfaces of the inner cavity of the moving block (15).

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  • Auxiliary device for airplane surface composite material maintenance

    CN221954576U