Porcelain tube with anti-deformation structure
By combining liquid and gas buffering with magnetic connection and heating shape memory alloy locking, the problem of local deformation caused by uneven ceramic tube support structure is solved, achieving all-round protection and improved stability of ceramic tube.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- KUNSHAN JINLONG ELECTRIC APPLIANCES CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-25
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-05
AI Technical Summary
In the existing technology, the numerical simulation optimization of the internal support structure of ceramic tubes suffers from material property dispersion and manufacturing errors, resulting in poor support effect. In particular, the middle part of the ceramic tube is prone to local deformation under external force.
The system employs components such as a liquid storage tank, water pump, micro air pump, airbag, magnetic block, and shape memory alloy column. Through liquid and gas buffering, combined with magnetic connection and heating shape memory alloy locking, a comprehensive protective structure is formed to ensure the stability of the ceramic tube under external force.
It effectively reduces the risk of ceramic tube deformation, improves stability and service life, and ensures the reliability of ceramic tubes and connections under complex working conditions.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of mechanical engineering technology, and in particular to a ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure. Background Technology
[0002] Ceramic tubes are tubular devices made of ceramic materials. Due to their high hardness, high temperature resistance, and corrosion resistance, they are used in the electronics and metallurgical fields to protect circuits or transport media. However, in actual use, ceramic tubes can deform due to external pressure, temperature changes, or mechanical vibration, which affects their performance and service life. To address this, ceramic tubes with anti-deformation structures have been developed.
[0003] The ceramic tube with anti-deformation structure effectively disperses stress and buffers external impacts through the innovative design of internal support ribs or spiral reinforcing columns, combined with an external multi-layered nested protective shell. At the same time, the adjustable connection structure adapts to thermal expansion and contraction, greatly improving reliability and stability, meeting the needs of more complex working conditions, and extending service life.
[0004] Although ceramic tubes with anti-deformation structures can enhance their resistance to deformation, uneven distribution of support can occur when reinforcing ribs or support columns are used internally. The middle part of the ceramic tube will deform locally when subjected to large external forces due to insufficient support. The existing solution is to use numerical simulation methods to optimize the distribution and size of the internal support structure. Based on the stress characteristics and usage environment of the ceramic tube, the position and shape of the reinforcing ribs and support columns are precisely designed to achieve more uniform support. However, although numerical simulation can optimize the support structure, in actual production, due to the dispersion of material properties and manufacturing errors, the support effect still deviates from the theoretical design, resulting in poor support performance. Utility Model Content
[0005] To overcome the above shortcomings, this utility model provides a ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure, aiming to improve the problem that the numerical simulation method for optimizing the internal support structure in the prior art has errors with the actual material properties, resulting in poor support effect.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure, comprising a ceramic tube, a liquid storage tank fixedly connected to the left front end of the ceramic tube, a water pump fixedly connected to the top of the liquid storage tank, a water delivery pipe connected to the top of the water pump, a water suction pipe connected to the right side of the liquid storage tank, a one-way valve fixedly connected to the rear end of the outer wall of both the water delivery pipe and the water suction pipe, and a common buffer chamber fixedly connected to the rear ends of both one-way valves, an air storage tank fixedly connected to the right front end of the ceramic tube, a miniature air pump fixedly connected to the right end of the air storage tank, a solenoid valve fixedly connected to the top of the miniature air pump, a gas delivery pipe connected to the top of the solenoid valve, multiple air bladders fixedly connected to the outer wall of the ceramic tube, pressure regulating valves fixedly connected to the outer walls of the multiple air bladders, and a connecting mechanism provided on the outer wall of the ceramic tube for connecting the ceramic tubes.
[0007] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0008] The connecting mechanism includes two flanges. The adjacent sides of the two flanges are fixed to the left and right ends of the outer wall of the ceramic tube. The right end of the right flange is fixedly connected to two sliders. The outer walls of the two sliders are provided with reinforcing grooves. The right side of the two sliders is fixedly connected to a magnetic block one. The left end of the left flange is provided with two sliding grooves. The right side of the inner walls of the two sliding grooves is fixedly connected to a magnetic block two. The outer wall of the left flange is fixedly connected to two micro heaters. The outer walls of the two micro heaters are fixedly connected to shape memory alloy pillars.
[0009] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0010] A water level plate is fixedly connected to the front side of the liquid storage tank, and the water level plate has scale markings on the front side.
[0011] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0012] A fixing plate is fixedly connected to the front end of the ceramic tube, and a warning sign is fixedly connected to the front side of the fixing plate.
[0013] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0014] The outer wall of the ceramic tube is fixedly connected to multiple reinforcing blocks, and the left and right sides of the multiple reinforcing blocks are respectively fixedly connected to the adjacent sides of the two flanges.
[0015] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0016] A sealing ring is fixedly connected to the right end of the flange on the right side, and the sealing ring adopts an annular design.
[0017] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0018] Multiple pressure sensors are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the ceramic tube, and the multiple pressure sensors are all equally spaced.
[0019] As a further description of the above technical solution:
[0020] A control panel is fixedly connected to the left front end of the ceramic tube. The control panel is electrically connected to the water pump, the micro air pump, the solenoid valve, and the pressure sensor.
[0021] This utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0022] 1. In this utility model, a water pump extracts the buffer solution from the storage tank and delivers it to the buffer chamber to buffer the pressure inside the ceramic tube. When the micro air pump is started, the gas in the storage tank is extracted and enters the air bag, which in turn buffers the pressure outside the ceramic tube, achieving all-round protection inside and outside the ceramic tube. The liquid absorbs the internal impact, and the gas disperses the external pressure, effectively reducing the risk of deformation and improving the stability and service life of the ceramic tube.
[0023] 2. In this utility model, the guide track is formed by matching the shape of the slider and the groove to ensure accurate docking of the ceramic tube. Then, the magnetic block is brought close to generate a pre-tightening force, which can resist vibration and impact and prevent the ceramic tube from sliding relative to each other. This creates a stable environment for locking the shape memory alloy column. The shape memory alloy column is easy to install at room temperature. After being powered on, it restores its shape and is inserted into the reinforcing groove to achieve a firm lock. This enhances the reliability and durability of the ceramic tube connection and effectively improves the stability of the equipment. Attached Figure Description
[0024] Figure 1 This is a perspective view of a ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure proposed in this utility model;
[0025] Figure 2 This is a front view of a ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure proposed in this utility model;
[0026] Figure 3 This is a top view of a ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure proposed in this utility model;
[0027] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of a ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure proposed in this utility model.
[0028] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the buffer cavity of a ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure proposed in this utility model;
[0029] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the flange of a ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure proposed in this utility model.
[0030] Legend:
[0031] 1. Ceramic tube; 2. Connecting mechanism; 201. Flange; 202. Slider; 203. Slide groove; 204. Magnetic block one; 205. Magnetic block two; 206. Miniature heater; 207. Shape memory alloy column; 208. Reinforcing groove; 3. Liquid storage tank; 4. Water pump; 5. Water supply pipe; 6. Water suction pipe; 7. One-way valve; 8. Buffer chamber; 9. Air storage tank; 10. Miniature air pump; 11. Air supply pipe; 12. Airbag; 13. Solenoid valve; 14. Pressure regulating valve; 15. Water level plate; 16. Gradient; 17. Sealing ring; 18. Pressure sensor; 19. Reinforcing block; 20. Fixing plate; 21. Warning sign; 22. Control panel. Detailed Implementation
[0032] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0033] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 3 and Figure 5This utility model provides an embodiment of a ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure, comprising a ceramic tube 1. A storage tank 3 is fixedly connected to the left front end of the ceramic tube 1. The storage tank 3 is used to store buffer solution. A water pump 4 is fixedly connected to the top of the storage tank 3. The water pump 4 is used to extract the buffer solution from the storage tank 3. A water delivery pipe 5 is connected to the top of the water pump 4. The water delivery pipe 5 is used to send the buffer solution into a buffer chamber 8. A suction pipe 6 is connected to the right side of the storage tank 3. The suction pipe 6 is used to return the buffer solution in the buffer chamber 8 to the storage tank 3. One-way valves 7 are fixedly connected to the rear ends of the outer walls of the water delivery pipe 5 and the suction pipe 6. The one-way valves 7 are used to control the flow direction of the buffer solution. The rear ends of the two one-way valves 7 are fixedly connected to the same buffer chamber 8. The buffer chamber 8 is used to buffer external forces inside the ceramic tube. A gas storage tank 9 is fixedly connected to the right end of the ceramic tube 1. The gas storage tank 9 is used to store high-pressure gas. A micro air pump 10 is fixedly connected to the right end of the gas storage tank 9. The gas in the gas storage tank 9 is extracted by the micro air pump 10. A solenoid valve 13 is fixedly connected to the top of the micro air pump 10. The solenoid valve 13 is used to control the flow of gas. The top of the solenoid valve 13 is connected to a gas delivery pipe 11. The gas is sent into the air bag 12 through the gas delivery pipe 11. Multiple air bags 12 are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the ceramic tube 1. The multiple air bags 12 buffer the external force on the outer wall of the ceramic tube. A pressure regulating valve 14 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of each of the multiple air bags 12. The pressure regulating valve 14 is used to regulate the pressure in the air bag 12. A connecting mechanism 2 is provided on the outer wall of the ceramic tube 1. The connecting mechanism 2 is used to connect the ceramic tubes.
[0034] Specifically, when the ceramic tube is subjected to an external impact, the water pump 4, installed on the top of the liquid storage tank 3 on the left side of the front end of the ceramic tube 1, starts and draws out the buffer solution stored in the liquid storage tank 3. The buffer solution flows along the water delivery pipe 5. At this time, the one-way valve 7 at the rear end of the outer wall of the water delivery pipe 5 opens to ensure that the buffer solution smoothly enters the buffer chamber 8 to buffer the external force inside the ceramic tube. Due to its good fluidity, the buffer solution can effectively disperse and absorb the impact force. After the buffering work is completed, the buffer solution in the buffer chamber 8 flows back to the liquid storage tank 3 through the water extraction pipe 6. The one-way valve 7 at the rear end of the outer wall of the water extraction pipe 6 prevents the buffer solution from flowing back and ensures that the buffer solution circulates in an orderly manner. When the outer wall of the ceramic tube is squeezed, the miniature air pump 10 located at the right end of the air storage tank 9 on the right side of the front end of the ceramic tube 1 pumps out the buffer solution stored in the air storage tank 9. High-pressure gas is extracted and passes through the solenoid valve 13 at the top of the micro air pump 10. The solenoid valve 13 precisely controls the flow rate and direction of the gas, which then flows along the gas delivery pipe 11 into multiple air bladders 12 evenly distributed on the outer wall of the ceramic tube 1. The air bladders 12 rapidly expand to disperse the external force on the outer wall, thereby achieving a buffering effect. The pressure regulating valve 14 on the outer wall of each air bladder 12 continuously monitors the pressure inside the air bladder 12. Once the pressure exceeds the preset threshold, the pressure regulating valve 14 automatically opens to release gas and reduce the pressure inside the air bladder 12. When the pressure is lower than the set value, the pressure regulating valve 14 replenishes the gas in time, so that the air bladder 12 always maintains the optimal buffering pressure state, thereby ensuring the structural stability of the ceramic tube under external pressure and effectively preventing the ceramic tube from deforming.
[0035] Reference Figure 2 , Figure 4 and Figure 6 The connecting mechanism 2 includes two flanges 201, which facilitate the connection of the ceramic tube 1. The adjacent sides of the two flanges 201 are fixed to the left and right ends of the outer wall of the ceramic tube 1. Two sliders 202 are fixedly connected to the right end of the right flange 201. Reinforcing grooves 208 are provided on the outer walls of both sliders 202, facilitating the insertion of shape memory alloy pillars 207. Magnetic blocks 204 are fixedly connected to the right sides of both sliders 202. Two sliding grooves 203 are provided on the left end of the left flange 201. The connection is achieved through the two sliders 202 and the two sliding grooves 203. The sliding connection between the two ceramic tubes 1 is used to connect the two ceramic tubes 1. Magnetic blocks 205 are fixedly connected to the right side of the inner wall of the two sliding grooves 203. The connection is reinforced by the magnetic attraction between magnetic blocks 204 and magnetic blocks 205. Two micro heaters 206 are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the left flange 201. The shape memory alloy column 207 is heated by the micro heaters 206. The shape memory alloy column 207 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the two micro heaters 206. The connection is reinforced by the heated shape memory alloy column 207 and the reinforcing groove 208.
[0036] Specifically, two ceramic tubes 1 are joined together, with the flange 201 with the slider 202 approaching the flange 201 with the groove 203 of the other ceramic tube 1. The slider 202 is aligned with the groove 203, and the ceramic tube 1 is pushed along the direction of the groove 203, allowing the slider 202 to slide smoothly into the groove 203. During the sliding process, the slider 202 and the groove 203 form a guiding engagement, ensuring that the two ceramic tubes 1 can be accurately aligned, thus initially completing the splicing of the ceramic tubes 1. At the same time, the magnetic block 204 on the right side of the slider 202 gradually approaches the magnetic block on the right side of the inner wall of the groove 203. The two ceramic tubes 1 are further tightly attracted together by the magnetic attraction generated by the 205, which enhances the stability of the connection and prevents the ceramic tubes 1 from sliding relative to each other in subsequent operations. After the connection is completed, the micro heater 206 on the outer wall of the left flange 201 is activated to heat the shape memory alloy column 207. The shape memory alloy column 207 gradually recovers its shape after being heated, and its shape is adapted to the reinforcing groove 208 on the slider 202. The shape memory alloy column 207 is inserted into the reinforcing groove 208 to form a mechanical locking structure, which further strengthens the connection between the two ceramic tubes 1.
[0037] Reference Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 A water level plate 15 is fixedly connected to the front of the storage tank 3. The water level plate 15 has scale markings 16 on its front side, allowing the water level in the storage tank 3 to be observed through the water level plate 15 and scale markings 16. A fixing plate 20 is fixedly connected to the front end of the ceramic tube 1. A warning sign 21 is fixedly connected to the front of the fixing plate 20, providing written warnings to the surrounding area. Multiple reinforcing blocks 19 are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the ceramic tube 1, reinforcing the connection between the flange 201 and the ceramic tube 1. The reinforcing blocks 19 are fixedly connected to two flanges 201 on opposite sides. On the adjacent side of 01, a sealing ring 17 is fixedly connected to the right end of the right flange 201. The sealing ring 17 can prevent substances from leaking between the two ceramic tubes 1. The sealing ring 17 adopts a ring design. Multiple pressure sensors 18 are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the ceramic tube 1. The multiple pressure sensors 18 are used to detect the pressure on the outer wall of the ceramic tube 1. The multiple pressure sensors 18 are all equally spaced. A control panel 22 is fixedly connected to the left side of the front end of the ceramic tube 1. The control panel 22 is electrically connected to the water pump 4, the micro air pump 10, the solenoid valve 13 and the pressure sensor 18 respectively.
[0038] Specifically, before the device is put into operation, staff can connect the device to a specific mobile device via wireless technology. This allows staff to control the water pump 4, micro air pump 10, solenoid valve 13, and pressure sensor 18 via the control panel 22, as well as remotely via the mobile device. During the use of the ceramic tube, staff can visually observe the buffer solution level in the tank through the water level plate 15 and scale 16 on the front side of the storage tank 3. When the water level is lower than the lower limit of the scale, the buffer solution is replenished in time. The warning sign 21 fixed on the fixing plate 20 at the front end of the ceramic tube 1 can warn surrounding personnel of operating precautions and danger warnings to avoid misoperation. When installing the ceramic tube 1, the reinforcing block 19 tightly connects the flange 201 to the ceramic tube 1, enhancing the strength of the connection and reducing the risk of loosening and deformation of the connection due to external force. When connecting two ceramic tubes 1, the sealing ring 17 of the right flange 201 forms an effective sealing barrier to prevent media leakage. During operation, the pressure sensors 18, which are equidistantly distributed on the outer wall of the ceramic tube 1, monitor the tube wall pressure in real time.
[0039] Working principle: When the ceramic tube is impacted by an external force, the water pump 4 is activated to extract the buffer solution from the storage tank 3. The one-way valve 7 at the rear end of the outer wall of the water delivery pipe 5 opens after the water pump 4 is activated, ensuring that the buffer solution can only flow from the storage tank 3 to the buffer chamber 8. Meanwhile, the one-way valve 7 on the suction pipe 6 remains closed to prevent backflow and ensure efficient delivery of the liquid to the buffer chamber 8. The buffer solution, due to its own fluidity, is evenly distributed within the buffer chamber 8, converting the concentrated impact force into a distributed force, reducing the direct impact of the external force on the inner wall of the ceramic tube and lowering the risk of internal deformation. When the impact force weakens, the buffer solution in the buffer chamber 8, under the influence of gravity or pressure difference, flows through... The water pipe 6 returns to the liquid storage tank 3. When the outer wall of the ceramic tube is squeezed, the micro air pump 10 draws high-pressure gas from the air storage tank 9. After the flow rate and direction of the gas are controlled by the solenoid valve 13, the gas is delivered to the air bag 12 through the air delivery pipe 11. The air bag 12 expands rapidly after the gas is injected, contacts the external extrusion material and forms a buffer layer, and disperses the locally concentrated extrusion pressure to a larger area of the outer wall of the ceramic tube, avoiding deformation caused by stress concentration. The pressure regulating valve 14 monitors the pressure in the air bag 12 in real time. When the pressure exceeds the set threshold, the valve automatically opens to release gas. When the pressure is lower than the set value, the valve opens to replenish gas, maintaining the buffering effect of the air bag 12.
[0040] Furthermore, the slider 202 matches the shape of the groove 203 to form a guide track. During the docking process of ceramic tube 1, the slider 202 slides along the groove 203 to ensure the accuracy of the initial splicing. When the slider 202 slides into the groove 203, the magnetic blocks on both sides gradually approach each other and generate an attraction force. The magnetic attraction forms a pre-tightening force at the connection of ceramic tube 1 to resist slight vibration and external impact, and prevent the ceramic tube 1 from sliding relative to each other in subsequent operations. At the same time, it creates a stable force environment for locking the shape memory alloy column 207. At room temperature, the shape memory alloy column 207 is in an initial shape that is easy to install. When the micro heater 206 is powered on, the temperature of the alloy column rises and the shape memory alloy column 207 returns to the preset original shape. The alloy column that has returned to its original shape is inserted into the reinforcing groove 208 to firmly lock the two ceramic tubes 1.
[0041] Finally, it should be noted that the above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Although the present utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure, comprising a ceramic tube (1), characterized in that: A liquid storage tank (3) is fixedly connected to the left front end of the ceramic tube (1). A water pump (4) is fixedly connected to the top of the liquid storage tank (3). A water delivery pipe (5) is connected to the top of the water pump (4). A water suction pipe (6) is connected to the right side of the liquid storage tank (3). A one-way valve (7) is fixedly connected to the rear end of the outer wall of both the water delivery pipe (5) and the rear end of the water suction pipe (6). The same buffer chamber (8) is fixedly connected to the rear end of both one-way valves (7). A storage tank (8) is fixedly connected to the right front end of the ceramic tube (1). A gas tank (9) is provided. A micro air pump (10) is fixedly connected to the right end of the gas tank (9). A solenoid valve (13) is fixedly connected to the top of the micro air pump (10). A gas supply pipe (11) is connected to the top of the solenoid valve (13). Multiple air bags (12) are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the ceramic tube (1). A pressure regulating valve (14) is fixedly connected to the outer wall of each of the multiple air bags (12). A connecting mechanism (2) is provided on the outer wall of the ceramic tube (1). The connecting mechanism (2) is used to connect the ceramic tube.
2. A ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting mechanism (2) includes two flanges (201). The adjacent sides of the two flanges (201) are fixed to the left and right ends of the outer wall of the ceramic tube (1). The right end of the right flange (201) is fixedly connected to two sliders (202). The outer walls of the two sliders (202) are provided with reinforcing grooves (208). The right side of the two sliders (202) is fixedly connected to a magnetic block one (204). The left end of the left flange (201) is provided with two sliding grooves (203). The right side of the inner wall of the two sliding grooves (203) is fixedly connected to a magnetic block two (205). The outer wall of the left flange (201) is fixedly connected to two micro heaters (206). The outer walls of the two micro heaters (206) are fixedly connected to shape memory alloy pillars (207).
3. A ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A water level plate (15) is fixedly connected to the front side of the liquid storage tank (3), and scale lines (16) are opened on the front side of the water level plate (15).
4. A ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: A fixing plate (20) is fixedly connected to the front end of the ceramic tube (1), and a warning sign (21) is fixedly connected to the front side of the fixing plate (20).
5. A ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: The outer wall of the ceramic tube (1) is fixedly connected with a plurality of reinforcing blocks (19), and the left and right sides of the plurality of reinforcing blocks (19) are respectively fixedly connected to the adjacent sides of the two flanges (201).
6. A ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure according to claim 2, characterized in that: A sealing ring (17) is fixedly connected to the right end of the flange (201) on the right end, and the sealing ring (17) adopts an annular design.
7. A ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure according to claim 1, characterized in that: Multiple pressure sensors (18) are fixedly connected to the outer wall of the ceramic tube (1), and the multiple pressure sensors (18) are all equally spaced.
8. A ceramic tube with an anti-deformation structure according to claim 7, characterized in that: A control panel (22) is fixedly connected to the left front end of the ceramic tube (1). The control panel (22) is electrically connected to the water pump (4), the micro air pump (10), the solenoid valve (13), and the pressure sensor (18).