Cold and heat storage pipeline management device for energy station

By using a device combining water pressure monitoring and video surveillance with a leak-sealing vehicle and sealing airbags at the energy station, the problem of leaks in heating pipes was solved, enabling rapid sealing, reducing energy loss, and improving management efficiency.

CN224229763UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-12BEIJING BEITOU ECOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
BEIJING BEITOU ECOLOGICAL ENVIRONMENT CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-06-30
Publication Date
2026-05-12

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Technical Problem

The heating pipes of the energy station are prone to damage due to aging or collisions during long-term use, resulting in a large amount of fluid spillage that cannot be detected and dealt with in time, causing energy loss.

Method used

The system uses a water pressure monitoring module and a video camera to monitor changes in pipeline pressure and leak points. It switches to a backup pipeline via a pipeline control module and uses a leak sealing module with a leak sealing vehicle and sealing airbags to quickly seal the leak points.

Benefits of technology

It enables rapid detection and handling of pipeline ruptures and leaks, reduces energy loss, improves pipeline management and handling efficiency, and prevents larger-scale leaks.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to a cold and heat storage pipeline management device for an energy station, and belongs to the technical field of energy station management, and the cold and heat storage pipeline management device comprises a water pressure monitoring module which is used for monitoring pipeline pressure and observing and determining a water leakage point; the pipeline control module is arranged on the pipeline and used for controlling and switching the pipeline through which the fluid flows; the leakage blocking module is parallel to the pipeline and can move to the position of a water leakage point and block the water leakage position; and the control module is respectively connected with the water pressure monitoring module, the pipeline control module and the leakage blocking module, and controls the pipeline control module to switch the pipeline and the leakage blocking module to block the water leakage point by receiving a monitoring signal of the water pressure monitoring module. The pipeline damage and leakage problems can be quickly found and processed, faults can be eliminated in time, energy loss is reduced, and the pipeline management efficiency in the energy station is improved.
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Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the technical field of energy station management, and in particular to a cold and heat storage pipeline management device for energy stations. Background Technology

[0002] A heating room is a type of energy station, an equipment room used to provide heating to the heating area. A heating room generally includes water supply units, water pumps, boiler units, water treatment dosing devices, water collectors, water distributors, and various electrical control components. In order to provide heating to the heating area, fluids need to be transported through pipelines. After being pressurized and heated by blowers, compressors, pumps, and boilers, the fluids flow from the high-pressure area to the low-pressure area in the pipelines. Alternatively, the fluids can be transported using their own pressure or gravity.

[0003] However, during long-term use, pipe walls may break due to aging, collisions, or other factors, resulting in a large amount of fluid spilling out. If this is not dealt with in time, it will cause energy loss. Therefore, we need to propose a cold and heat storage pipeline management device for energy stations. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this application is to provide a cold and heat storage pipeline management device for energy stations, which can more quickly detect and handle pipeline damage and leakage problems, eliminate faults in a timely manner, reduce energy loss, and improve pipeline management efficiency within energy stations.

[0005] The technical solution of the energy station cold and heat storage pipeline management device provided in this application is as follows:

[0006] A cold and heat storage pipeline management device for an energy station includes:

[0007] The water pressure monitoring module is used to monitor pipeline pressure and observe and determine the source of leaks;

[0008] The pipeline control module, installed on the pipeline, is used to control and switch the pipeline through which the fluid flows;

[0009] A leak sealing module, installed parallel to the pipeline, can be moved to the leak location and seal the leak; and

[0010] The control module is connected to the water pressure monitoring module, the pipeline control module, and the leak sealing module respectively. By receiving the monitoring signal from the water pressure monitoring module, it controls the pipeline control module to switch the pipeline and the leak sealing module to seal the leak.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the water pressure monitoring module includes a pressure sensor connected to the pipeline and a video camera installed in the energy station. The pressure sensor is connected to the control module and transmits pressure signals to the control module.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the pipeline control module includes a backup pipeline connected in parallel with the pipeline and a control valve group connected to the pipeline. The control valve group is connected to the backup pipeline and electrically connected to the control module. The control module issues control commands to the control valve group.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the control valve group includes two electromagnetic three-way valves connected between the pipeline and the backup pipeline, wherein the electromagnetic three-way valves connect the pipeline or the backup pipeline.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the leakage sealing module includes a traveling track arranged parallel to the pipeline and a leak-sealing vehicle movably arranged on the traveling track, with the leak-sealing vehicle fitted onto the pipeline.

[0015] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the walking track is set as a transmission chain with the same direction as the pipeline. A drive motor is connected to the drive wheel of the transmission chain. The drive motor is electrically connected to the control module. The leak-sealing vehicle is fixedly connected to the transmission chain.

[0016] As a preferred technical solution of this application, the leak-sealing vehicle includes a fixed seat connected to a transmission chain, a pipe collar connected to the fixed seat, a sealing airbag disposed in the inner ring of the pipe collar, and an inflation pump connected to the sealing airbag. The inflation pump is electrically connected to the control module.

[0017] In summary, this application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:

[0018] 1. In this application, a water pressure monitoring module is used to monitor the pressure of the cold and heat storage pipelines in the energy station. Based on the pressure changes, it is determined whether the pipeline has been damaged. The leak point is identified by a video camera. The pipeline control module is controlled by the control module to shut down the cold and heat storage pipelines and open the backup pipelines to maintain the normal operation of the pipelines. The leak sealing module is used to quickly seal the leak point, thereby reducing the large amount of fluid leakage and energy loss.

[0019] 2. The leakage sealing module of this application can be remotely controlled by a human to seal leaks, improving the efficiency of handling pipeline damage and leakage problems and preventing larger leakage problems. Attached Figure Description

[0020] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the principle structure of the management device according to an embodiment of this application;

[0021] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the leakage plugging module in an embodiment of this application;

[0022] In the diagram, 1. Water pressure monitoring module; 11. Pressure sensor; 12. Video camera; 2. Pipeline control module; 21. Backup pipeline; 22. Electromagnetic three-way valve; 3. Leak sealing module; 31. Traveling track; 32. Drive motor; 33. Fixing base; 34. Pipeline collar; 35. Sealing airbag; 36. Inflation pump; 4. Control module. Detailed Implementation

[0023] The following is in conjunction with the appendix Figure 1 -Appendix Figure 2 This application will be described in further detail below.

[0024] Example: This application proposes a cold and heat storage pipeline management device for energy stations, referring to... Figure 1-2 The device includes a water pressure monitoring module 1, a pipeline control module 2, a leak sealing module 3, and a control module 4. The water pressure monitoring module 1 monitors pipeline pressure and identifies leak points. The pipeline control module 2, based on the identified leak, controls the switching of the fluid flow path through the pipeline. The leak sealing module 3, based on the identified leak location, moves to the leak point and seals it. The control module 4 can be a PLC controller to control the operation of the entire device. In this embodiment, an alarm device can be connected to the control module 4. When a pipeline leak occurs, the alarm device can sound an alarm to alert on-duty personnel.

[0025] This embodiment explains the application of the device on a straight pipe. The water pressure monitoring module 1 includes a pressure sensor 11 and a video camera 12. The pressure sensor 11 is installed on the pipe, and multiple sensors can be set according to the pipe length, with one sensor installed every five meters. The pressure sensor 11 is electrically connected to the control module 4. The pressure sensor 11 collects the fluid pressure in the pipe in real time and sends the pressure data to the control module 4 in the form of a data signal. The control module 4 monitors the pressure changes in the pipe in real time. The video camera 12 is installed in the energy station and can monitor the entire target pipe, making it convenient for on-duty personnel to detect leaks in a timely manner.

[0026] The pipeline control module 2 includes a backup pipeline 21 and a control valve group. The backup pipeline 21 is connected in parallel with the target pipeline. The control valve group is installed at the ends of the backup pipeline 21 and the target pipeline. In this embodiment, the control valve group is equipped with two electromagnetic three-way valves 22. The two inlets of the electromagnetic three-way valves 22 are respectively connected to the backup pipeline 21 and the target pipeline, realizing the switching between the state of the backup pipeline 21 being open and the state of the target pipeline being open. The two electromagnetic three-way valves 22 are electrically connected to the control module 4. The control module 4 issues a control command to the electromagnetic three-way valves 22 according to the determined leakage situation. The electromagnetic three-way valves 22 close the target pipeline and open the backup pipeline 21, so that the fluid can continue to flow in the circulation system of the entire energy station, avoiding the problem of energy station shutdown caused by leakage in the target pipeline.

[0027] The leak sealing module 3 is set parallel to the target pipeline and connected to it. The leak sealing module 3 can move relative to the target pipeline and to the leak point to seal it. The leak sealing module 3 includes a traveling track 31 and a sealing vehicle. The traveling track 31 is set parallel to the target pipeline, and the sealing vehicle is movably mounted on the traveling track 31, allowing it to move relative to the target pipeline to reach the leak point and seal it.

[0028] In this embodiment, the walking track 31 is set as a transmission chain with the same direction as the target pipeline. The drive wheel of the transmission chain is connected to a drive motor 32 to drive the transmission chain to rotate. In specific implementation, a single transmission chain or multiple transmission chains can be set on the target pipeline. The drive motor 32 is electrically connected to the control module 4, and the control module 4 controls the start and stop of the rotation and the direction of rotation of the drive motor 32. In this embodiment, the leak-sealing vehicle is fixedly connected to the transmission chain and moves together with the transmission chain.

[0029] The leak-sealing vehicle includes a fixed base 33, a pipe collar 34, a sealing airbag 35, and an air pump 36. The fixed base 33 has a split structure, with the two parts fixedly mounted on the drive chain by bolts. The fixed base 33 is always located on the side of the drive chain closest to the target pipe. The pipe collar 34 is circular and fixedly mounted on the fixed base 33, and coaxially sleeved on the target pipe. The sealing airbag 35 is an annular airbag installed on the inner ring of the pipe collar 34. The air pump 36 is installed on the outer ring of the pipe collar 34 and is connected to the sealing airbag 35 through a pipe. The air pump 36 inflates the sealing airbag 35. The air pump 36 is electrically connected to the control module 4, which controls the start and stop of the air pump 36. After the sealing airbag 35 is inflated, it will squeeze the outer wall of the target pipe and seal the damaged and leaking parts of the target pipe.

[0030] The implementation principle of this application embodiment is as follows: A pressure sensor 11 and a video camera 12 monitor the pipelines within the energy station. When a leak occurs in the target pipeline, the pressure sensor 11 senses a significant change in pressure within the pipeline and sends a signal to the control module 4. The control module 4 determines whether a pipeline leak has occurred according to a pre-set program. If a leak occurs, an alarm device is activated to send an alarm to the monitoring personnel. The monitoring personnel observe the scene using the video camera 12, determine the leak situation and location, and control the electromagnetic tri-channel system via the control module 4. The valve 22 changes the direction of the connecting pipe, closes the target pipe, and starts the direction of the backup pipe 21 to reduce the leakage of fluid at the leak point. At the same time, the drive motor 32 on the drive wheel of the transmission chain is started to control the leak-sealing vehicle to move to the leak point. Then, the air pump 36 inflates the sealing airbag 35. After inflation, the sealing airbag 35 will fully expand and stick to the leak point of the target pipe to prevent the fluid at the leak point from continuing to flow out. Since the target pipe has been closed, the internal pressure is reduced, making it difficult to break open the sealing airbag 35, so that the leakage is controlled and it is convenient for maintenance personnel to carry out subsequent maintenance.

[0031] The embodiments described in this specific implementation are preferred embodiments of this application and are not intended to limit the scope of protection of this application. Identical components are represented by the same reference numerals. Therefore, all equivalent changes made to the structure, shape, and principle of this application should be covered within the scope of protection of this application.

Claims

1. A cold and heat storage pipeline management device for an energy station, characterized in that, include: Water pressure monitoring module (1) is used to monitor pipeline pressure and observe and determine the leak point; Pipeline control module (2), installed on the pipeline, is used to control and switch the pipeline through which the fluid flows; Leakage sealing module (3) is set parallel to the pipeline and can be moved to the location of the leak and seal the leak. as well as The control module (4) is connected to the water pressure monitoring module (1), the pipeline control module (2) and the leakage sealing module (3) respectively. By receiving the monitoring signal from the water pressure monitoring module (1), the control module (2) controls the pipeline control module (2) to switch the pipeline and the leakage sealing module (3) to seal the leak.

2. The energy station cold and heat storage pipeline management device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The water pressure monitoring module (1) includes a pressure sensor (11) connected to the pipeline and a video camera (12) installed in the energy station. The pressure sensor (11) is connected to the control module (4) and transmits pressure signals to the control module (4).

3. The energy station cold and heat storage pipeline management device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The pipeline control module (2) includes a backup pipeline (21) connected in parallel with the pipeline and a control valve group connected to the pipeline. The control valve group is connected to the backup pipeline (21) and electrically connected to the control module (4). The control module (4) issues control commands to the control valve group.

4. The energy station cold and heat storage pipeline management device according to claim 3, characterized in that, The control valve group includes two electromagnetic three-way valves (22) connected between the main pipe and the backup pipe (21), the electromagnetic three-way valves (22) connecting the main pipe or the backup pipe (21).

5. The energy station cold and heat storage pipeline management device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The leakage sealing module (3) includes a traveling track (31) arranged parallel to the pipeline and a leak-sealing vehicle movably arranged on the traveling track (31), with the leak-sealing vehicle fitted onto the pipeline.

6. The energy station cold and heat storage pipeline management device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The walking track (31) is set as a transmission chain with the same direction as the pipeline. A drive motor (32) is connected to the drive wheel of the transmission chain. The drive motor (32) is electrically connected to the control module (4). The leak-sealing vehicle is fixedly connected to the transmission chain.

7. A cold and heat storage pipeline management device for an energy station according to claim 6, characterized in that, The leak-sealing vehicle includes a fixed seat (33) connected to the transmission chain, a pipe collar (34) connected to the fixed seat (33), a sealing airbag (35) set in the inner ring of the pipe collar (34), and an inflation pump (36) connected to the sealing airbag (35). The inflation pump (36) is electrically connected to the control module (4).