Water load pressurizing structure and device
By using water as the pressurizing carrier, the problem of scarce earthwork resources has been solved, and the drainage consolidation method construction with low cost, flexible loading pressure adjustment and environmental protection has been realized, thus reducing the overall cost of project construction.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- 珠海华发城市研究院有限公司
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-26
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-08
AI Technical Summary
The scarcity of earthwork resources and the increasing cost of using them have led to an unstable supply of earthwork for the drainage consolidation method, which has increased the cost of engineering construction.
Water is used as the main pressurizing medium, and a water-load pressurizing structure consisting of grid frames and water storage components is used. The loading pressure is adjusted by the number of stacked layers and the operation of releasing and injecting water in the water storage bag.
It reduces pressurization costs, simplifies the transportation process, is environmentally friendly, offers flexible pressure adjustment, has a simple and reusable structure, and reduces overall project costs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This disclosure belongs to the field of municipal engineering technology, specifically relating to a water-load pressurization structure and device. Background Technology
[0002] Drainage consolidation is a commonly used method for treating soft soil foundations. This method involves first installing vertical drainage systems within the soft soil foundation, then preloading the site to drain pore water, allowing the site to gradually settle and consolidate, thus increasing soil strength. Currently, drainage consolidation generally uses earthwork as the loading material, which offers advantages such as lower cost, simpler construction, and easier control of settlement rate. However, with the continuous introduction of national policies regarding environmental protection and earthwork resource utilization in recent years, the conditions for using earthwork resources have become increasingly stringent, leading to a gradual scarcity of earthwork and a rapid increase in the overall cost of earthwork use. Obtaining a stable supply of earthwork while reducing its usage costs has gradually become a challenge in engineering construction. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this disclosure is to provide a water-borne pressurization structure that can solve at least some of the above-mentioned technical problems.
[0004] The first aspect of this disclosure provides a water-loaded pressurization structure, which includes a grid frame and a water storage component. The grid frame has an upper opening, a stacking space, and a receiving space that are sequentially connected from top to bottom. The upper opening is used to place the water storage component, the stacking space is used to place another grid frame, and the water storage component is placed in the receiving space. The horizontal projection boundary of the stacking space is located outside the horizontal projection boundary of the receiving space.
[0005] Optionally, the grid frame member is further provided with a support surface forming a circle, the support surface being located at the junction of the stacking space and the accommodating space, the support surface being used to support another grid frame member.
[0006] Optionally, the grid frame includes a stacking kit and a grid frame member; the support surface is located on the stacking kit; wherein the stacking kit is sleeved on the grid frame member.
[0007] Optionally, the vertical cross-section of the stacked kit is h-shaped.
[0008] Optionally, the bottom of the stacking kit is provided with an annular groove, and the top of the grid frame member is embedded in the annular groove.
[0009] Optionally, the grid frame component includes a grid frame bottom component and a plurality of grid frame side components arranged in a circle, the tops of the plurality of grid frame side components are all embedded in the annular groove, and the bottoms of the plurality of grid frame side components are all hinged to the grid frame bottom component.
[0010] Optionally, the grid bottom member includes a bottom member body and a first protrusion and a second protrusion disposed on opposite sides of the bottom member body; the plurality of grid side members include four grid side members, wherein two of the grid side members are hinged to the bottom member body, and the other two grid side members are respectively hinged to the first protrusion and the second protrusion.
[0011] Optionally, the water storage component includes a rubber water storage bag.
[0012] Optionally, the rubber water storage bag has an inlet and an outlet, with the inlet located at the top and the outlet located at the bottom.
[0013] A second aspect of this disclosure provides a water-borne pressurization device comprising at least two water-borne pressurization structures as described above, the at least two water-borne pressurization structures being stacked sequentially from bottom to top.
[0014] The main technical effects achieved by the embodiments of this disclosure are as follows: This disclosure uses water as the primary pressurizing medium, which, compared to using earth as the pressurizing medium, has many significant advantages such as low cost, easy availability, elimination of transportation links, and environmental friendliness. Furthermore, the loading pressure adjustment operation of this disclosure is convenient. The loading pressure can be controlled by the number of stacked layers, or flexibly adjusted by adding or removing water from the storage bag. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This is a top view of a water-load pressurization structure according to an embodiment of this disclosure;
[0016] Figure 2 for Figure 1 AA section view in the middle;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a grid frame component in a stacked state according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0018] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a water storage device according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0019] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram showing the placement of a water-load pressurization structure in an embodiment of this disclosure;
[0020] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a stacking assembly according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0021] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached drawings: 1. Grid frame component; 2. Water storage component; 10. Stacking space; 11. Accommodation space; 13. Support surface; 14. Stacking kit; 141. Annular groove; 15. Grid frame component; 151. Grid frame side component; 152. Grid frame bottom component; 21. Water inlet; 22. Water outlet. Detailed Implementation
[0022] Exemplary embodiments will now be described in detail, examples of which are illustrated in the accompanying drawings. When the following description relates to the drawings, unless otherwise indicated, the same numbers in different drawings denote the same or similar elements. The manner described in the following exemplary embodiments does not represent all manner consistent with this disclosure. Rather, they are merely examples of apparatuses consistent with some aspects of this disclosure as detailed in the appended claims.
[0023] The terminology used in this disclosure is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to limit the disclosure. Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this disclosure should be understood in their ordinary sense by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains. The terms “first,” “second,” and similar terms used in this disclosure and the claims do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Similarly, the terms “a” or “one,” and similar terms do not indicate a quantity limitation, but rather indicate the presence of at least one, which will be separately stated if referring only to “a.” “A plurality” or “several” means two or more. Unless otherwise indicated, the terms “front,” “rear,” “lower,” and / or “upper,” and similar terms are for ease of description only and are not limited to a location or spatial orientation. The terms “comprising,” “including,” or “including,” and similar terms mean that the elements or objects preceding “comprising” or “including” encompass the elements or objects listed following “comprising” or “including” and their equivalents, but do not exclude other elements or objects. The terms “connection” or “link” are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. The singular forms “a,” “the,” and “the” used in this disclosure and the appended claims are also intended to include the plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It should also be understood that the term “and / or” as used herein refers to and includes any and all possible combinations of one or more of the associated listed items.
[0024] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 5As shown, the first aspect of the present disclosure provides a water-load pressurization structure, which includes a grid frame 1 and a water storage component 2. The grid frame 1 is provided with an upper opening, a stacking space 10 and a receiving space 11 connected sequentially from top to bottom. The upper opening is used to place the water storage component 2, the stacking space 10 is used to place another grid frame 1, and the water storage component 2 is placed in the receiving space 11. The horizontal projection boundary of the stacking space 10 is located outside the horizontal projection boundary of the receiving space 11.
[0025] As an optional implementation, the grid frame 1 is further provided with a support surface 13 forming a circle. The support surface 13 is located at the junction of the stacking space 10 and the receiving space 11, and is used to support another grid frame 1. By providing the support surface 13 to support another grid frame 1, the structure is stable and easy to stack.
[0026] As an optional implementation, the grid frame 1 consists of two parts, namely, the grid frame 1 includes a stacking kit 14 and a grid frame member 15; the support surface 13 is located on the stacking kit; wherein the stacking kit is fitted onto the grid frame member 15. By setting the grid frame 1 as two parts, and having the stacking kit fitted onto the grid frame member 15, the structural strength of the side of the grid frame 1 is enhanced.
[0027] like Figure 6 As shown, in one optional implementation, the vertical cross-section of the stacking kit 14 is h-shaped. By setting the vertical cross-section of the stacking kit 14 to h-shaped, the stacking kit 14 has advantages such as ease of use, good safety performance, and low production cost.
[0028] like Figure 6 and Figure 3 As shown, in one optional embodiment, the bottom of the stacking assembly is provided with an annular groove 141, and the top of the grid frame member 15 is embedded in the annular groove 141. In a preferred embodiment, the grid frame member 15 includes a grid frame bottom member 152 and a plurality of grid frame side members 151 arranged in a circle. The tops of the plurality of grid frame side members 151 are all embedded in the annular groove 141, and the bottoms of the plurality of grid frame side members 151 are all hinged to the grid frame bottom member 152. The grid frame bottom member 152 includes a bottom member body and a first protrusion and a second protrusion disposed on opposite sides of the bottom member body; the plurality of grid frame side members 151 includes four grid frame side members 151, and two of the grid frame side members 151 are hinged to the bottom member body, and the other two grid frame side members 151 are respectively hinged to the first protrusion and the second protrusion.
[0029] By hinged to the sides of the bottom frame member 152, and with the bottom frame member 152 having different side heights, the frame member 15 also has a folding function. The folded frame is small in size and easy to store and transport. At the same time, by embedding the tops of the frame members 151 into the annular grooves 141, the frame members 151 are fixed.
[0030] It should be noted that the stacking kit and grid frame component 15 in this disclosure are both composite materials, which are high in strength and lightweight.
[0031] As an optional implementation, the water storage component 2 includes a rubber water storage bag. The rubber water storage bag has advantages such as low production cost, simple water filling and emptying operation, convenient storage and transportation, and reusability.
[0032] like Figure 4 As shown, in one optional embodiment, the rubber water storage bag has an inlet 21 and an outlet 22. The inlet 21 is located at the upper part of the rubber water storage bag, and the outlet 22 is located at the lower part of the rubber water storage bag. The loading pressure can be flexibly adjusted by filling and draining water into the water storage bag.
[0033] Therefore, the embodiments disclosed herein have the following advantages:
[0034] 1. The embodiments of this disclosure use water as the main pressurizing medium, which has many significant advantages over using earth as the pressurizing medium, such as low cost, easy availability, elimination of transportation links, and environmental protection.
[0035] 2. The water-load pressurization structure of this embodiment is simple in composition, consisting only of a rubber water storage bag, a foldable composite material grid component 15 and a composite material stacking kit. It is simple to manufacture and has low cost.
[0036] 3. The loading pressure adjustment operation of this embodiment is convenient. The loading pressure can be controlled by the number of stacked layers, or it can be flexibly adjusted by adding or removing water from the rubber water storage bag.
[0037] 4. All water-borne pressurization structures in the embodiments of this disclosure are reusable. Furthermore, if any component is damaged, it can be replaced with a similar component, preventing the entire system from failing due to damage to a single component.
[0038] 5. In this embodiment, the verification material grid component 15 is folded before and after use, and like the emptied rubber water storage bag and stacking kit, it has the characteristics of small size and convenient storage and transportation.
[0039] A second aspect of the present disclosure provides a water-borne pressurization device, which includes at least two water-borne pressurization structures as described above, with the at least two water-borne pressurization structures stacked sequentially from bottom to top.
[0040] Specifically, water-load pressurization, as an intermediate step in drainage consolidation foundation treatment, must be implemented in accordance with the overall procedural requirements of the drainage consolidation method. Water-load pressurization is carried out after the construction of the vertical drainage body, drainage sand layer, and drainage channel is completed, and the top surface of the drainage sand layer is ensured to be flat.
[0041] like Figure 5 As shown, water-borne pressurization is implemented according to the following steps:
[0042] (I) Loading
[0043] Step 1: Level the loading site (top surface of the drainage sand layer).
[0044] Step 2: Lay a layer of geotextile on the top surface of the leveled drainage sand layer.
[0045] Step 3: Place the first layer of water-loaded pressurization structure on the geotextile. (The grid frame members 15 should be fully open, and adjacent grid frame members 15 should be in close contact as much as possible.)
[0046] Step 4: Place a water storage component 2, i.e., a rubber water storage bag, in each grid component 15 (ensure that the inlet of the rubber water storage bag is at the top and the outlet is at the bottom). Close the drain valve of the rubber water storage bag and open the inlet valve. Gradually fill each rubber water storage bag with water from the center of the site outwards. After filling, close the inlet valve.
[0047] Step 5: After the water storage bags in the first layer of grid are filled with water, install the stacking kit on the top surface of each grid to prepare for the installation of the next layer of water-loaded pressurization structure.
[0048] Step 6: Repeat steps 3 to 5. The final number of layers of the water-loaded pressurized structure (water storage component 2) will be determined by design calculations.
[0049] (II) Settlement monitoring and load adjustment
[0050] Step 7: After loading is complete, monitor site settlement. During the process, decide whether to continue loading or reduce the load as needed. (Reducing the load can be achieved by draining water from water storage unit 2, prioritizing the discharge of the uppermost layer of water.)
[0051] (III) Uninstallation
[0052] Step 8: After the site has settled and consolidated, the water-loaded pressurization device can be unloaded. During unloading, first drain the water from the water storage unit 2, then dismantle the water-loaded pressurization structure. The sequence of draining water and dismantling the water-loaded pressurization structure is from top to bottom, and from the outer perimeter towards the center of the site.
[0053] The above are merely preferred embodiments of this disclosure and are not intended to limit this disclosure. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this disclosure should be included within the scope of protection of this disclosure.
Claims
1. A water-borne pressurization structure, characterized in that, The water-load pressurization structure includes a grid frame and a water storage component. The grid frame has an upper opening, a stacking space, and a receiving space that are connected sequentially from top to bottom. The upper opening is used to place the water storage component, the stacking space is used to place another grid frame, and the water storage component is placed in the receiving space. The horizontal projection boundary of the stacking space is located outside the horizontal projection boundary of the receiving space.
2. The water-borne pressurization structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The grid frame also has a supporting surface that forms a circle, the supporting surface being located at the junction of the stacking space and the accommodating space, and the supporting surface being used to support another grid frame.
3. The water-borne pressurization structure according to claim 2, characterized in that, The grid frame includes a stacking kit and a grid frame member; the support surface is located on the stacking kit; wherein the stacking kit is fitted onto the grid frame member.
4. The water-borne pressurization structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The vertical cross-section of the stacked kit is h-shaped.
5. The water-borne pressurization structure according to claim 3, characterized in that, The bottom of the stacking kit has an annular groove, and the top of the grid frame member is embedded in the annular groove.
6. The water-borne pressurization structure according to claim 5, characterized in that, The grid frame component includes a grid frame bottom component and a plurality of grid frame side components arranged in a circle. The tops of the plurality of grid frame side components are all embedded in the annular groove, and the bottoms of the plurality of grid frame side components are all hinged to the grid frame bottom component.
7. A water-borne pressurization structure according to claim 6, characterized in that, The grid bottom component includes a bottom component body and a first protrusion and a second protrusion disposed on opposite sides of the bottom component body; the plurality of grid side components include four grid side components, wherein two of the grid side components are hinged to the bottom component body, and the other two grid side components are respectively hinged to the first protrusion and the second protrusion.
8. The water-borne pressurization structure according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water storage component includes a rubber water storage bag.
9. A water-borne pressurization structure according to claim 8, characterized in that, The rubber water storage bag has an inlet and an outlet, with the inlet located at the top and the outlet located at the bottom.
10. A water-borne pressurization device, characterized in that, The water-borne pressurization device includes at least two water-borne pressurization structures according to any one of claims 1-9, wherein the at least two water-borne pressurization structures are stacked sequentially from bottom to top.