Dip angle measuring device for geological exploration
By introducing a connecting mechanism and a laser sensor into the tilt measuring device for geological exploration, the accuracy problem of tilt measurement in complex geological environments has been solved, and accurate measurement on uneven surfaces has been achieved.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ZHONGSHAN NUCLEAR IND GRP 214 PROD TEAM CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-23
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-12
AI Technical Summary
Existing tilt measuring devices for geological exploration are difficult to use accurately in complex geological environments, especially on rough surfaces, which affects measurement accuracy and the normal operation of the device.
The device employs a connecting mechanism, including a movable frame and a fixed frame, and uses adhesive cotton to adhere to the object's surface. The angle is adjusted via ball joints and screws, and a laser sensor and a glass ball level are used to detect the horizontal state, ensuring that the device is parallel to the object's surface.
It can accurately measure tilt angles even on uneven surfaces, improving measurement accuracy and the applicability of the device.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tilt measurement technology in geological exploration, and in particular to a tilt measurement device for geological exploration. Background Technology
[0002] The dip angle is one of the occurrence elements of strata, and together with strike and dip direction, it describes the spatial location and morphology of strata. By measuring the dip angle, we can determine the degree of inclination of strata in space, and thus understand the original sedimentary state of the strata and the impact of subsequent tectonic movements.
[0003] Therefore, in the existing technology of a dip angle measuring device for geological exploration, with the publication number CN222104709U, when measuring the dip angle, a movable plate can be pulled out from inside the fixed block. This reduces the squeezing force on the locking block at the top of the movable plate from inside the fixed block, allowing it to be reset by a spring, making the locking block flush with one side of the fixed block. At this point, the locking block and the fixed plate can be placed on opposite sides of the measured position. Since there is an angle between the two sides of the measured position, there is also an angle between the locking block and the fixed block. The size of the angle can be obtained by a protractor set on one side of the fixed block, which is beneficial for quickly completing the dip angle measurement in the geological environment.
[0004] However, current technologies require smooth and flat surfaces for accurate dip angle measurements when the clamping and fixing blocks are placed. But in actual geological surveys, the detection location is not always smooth and flat. Geological environments are complex and diverse, potentially including rock protrusions, cracks, and soft soil. For example, when measuring dip angles at rock outcrops in mountainous areas, the rock surface may be pitted and uneven due to weathering; or in areas covered by loose sediments, the ground may be soft and uneven. These complex geological conditions make it difficult for the clamping and fixing blocks to fit perfectly onto a smooth and flat surface, thus affecting the normal operation and measurement accuracy of the dip angle measuring device. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problems existing in the prior art by proposing a tilt measuring device for geological exploration.
[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a tilt measuring device for geological exploration, comprising a connecting shaft, a fixed frame fixedly installed on the side of the connecting shaft, and a movable frame revolving around its central axis on the connecting shaft. A connecting mechanism is fixedly installed on both the movable frame and the fixed frame. The connecting mechanism includes two fixedly installed adjusting frames. Two screws are threaded through the upper surface of the adjusting frames. A ball joint is installed at one end of the screw rod, and a retainer is movably installed on the screw through the ball joint. Adhesive cotton is installed inside the retainer, and a threaded pressure ring for pressing the edge of the adhesive cotton is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the retainer.
[0007] Preferably, a collar sleeved on the connecting shaft is fixedly installed on one side of the movable frame, and the inner wall of the movable frame is inserted into the outer side of the fixed frame.
[0008] Preferably, a pin is provided through the side of the movable frame, and a positioning hole for insertion with the pin is provided on the side of the fixed frame.
[0009] Preferably, a scale is fixedly installed at both ends of the connecting shaft, and an indicator block is fixedly installed on the side of the movable frame, revolving around the central axis of the scale. The indicator block is slidably connected to the scale surface of the scale.
[0010] Preferably, the connecting mechanism further includes a circular plate fixedly installed with the two adjusting brackets, wherein a plurality of laser pointers are embedded in the surface edge of the circular plate in a circular array.
[0011] Preferably, a glass ball level and a laser sensor are fixedly installed on the surface of the circular plate at any position of the laser pointer.
[0012] Preferably, the laser sensor is located on the side of the glass ball level away from the laser pointer and is coaxially distributed with the laser pointer.
[0013] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0014] 1. In this utility model, by setting a connecting mechanism, adhesive cotton is used to stick to the cleaned object surface. Then, by using the movement of the ball joint, the angle of the movable frame and the fixed frame can be adjusted by rotating several screws in the connecting mechanism individually, so that the movable frame and the fixed frame are parallel to the object mounting surface. This is suitable for situations where the surface of the detection position is not smooth.
[0015] 2. In this utility model, when the laser generated by the laser pointer on the horizontally used movable or fixed frame is completely blocked by the opaque ball in the corresponding glass ball level, the laser sensor cannot detect the laser. That is, at this time, the ball in the glass ball level is located at the center, indicating that the direction is horizontal, which facilitates the personnel to check the tilt adjustment effect. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This utility model provides a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of an inclination measuring device for geological exploration;
[0017] Figure 2 This utility model proposes a tilt measuring device for geological exploration. Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure viewed from below;
[0018] Figure 3 This utility model provides a structural schematic diagram of a screw for an inclination measuring device used in geological exploration;
[0019] Figure 4 This utility model proposes a tilt measuring device for geological exploration. Figure 3 A cross-sectional structural diagram.
[0020] Legend: 1. Movable frame; 2. Fixed frame; 3. Scale; 4. Collar; 5. Indicator block; 6. Circular plate; 7. Adjusting bracket; 8. Screw; 9. Glass ball bearing level; 10. Laser pointer; 11. Laser sensor; 12. Ball joint; 13. Adhesive cotton; 14. Pin; 15. Positioning hole; 16. Card holder; 17. Threaded pressure ring; 18. Connecting shaft. Detailed Implementation
[0021] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.
[0022] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed in the following specification.
[0023] like Figures 1-4As shown, a tilt measuring device for geological exploration includes a connecting shaft 18. A fixed frame 2 is fixedly installed on the side of the connecting shaft 18, and a movable frame 1 revolves around its central axis on the connecting shaft 18. A collar 4 is fixedly installed on one side of the movable frame 1 and sleeved on the connecting shaft 18. The inner wall of the movable frame 1 is inserted into the outer side of the fixed frame 2. A scale 3 is fixedly installed on both ends of the connecting shaft 18 and is coaxially distributed. An indicator block 5 revolves around the central axis of the scale 3 and is fixedly installed on the side of the movable frame 1. The indicator block 5 is slidably connected to the scale surface of the scale 3. In normal use, the fixed frame 2 is in contact with one side of the object, and the movable frame 1 revolves around the connecting shaft 18 to the other side of the object through the collar 4. When the movable frame 1 revolves, it drives the indicator block 5 to revolve on the surface of the scale 3. The scale on the surface of the scale 3 makes it convenient for personnel to read the tilt angle.
[0024] A pin 14 is provided through the side of the movable frame 1, and a positioning hole 15 is provided on the side of the fixed frame 2 for insertion into the pin 14. After use, as... Figure 1 As shown, the movable frame 1 is rotated clockwise until it fits around the fixed frame 2, and the positioning holes 15 on the movable frame 1 and the fixed frame 2 are passed through by the pin 14, so that the relative position of the fixed frame 2 and the movable frame 1 can be fixed.
[0025] Both the movable frame 1 and the fixed frame 2 are fixedly installed with a connecting mechanism. The connecting mechanism includes two fixedly installed adjusting brackets 7. Two screws 8 are threaded through the upper surface of the adjusting brackets 7. A ball joint 12 is installed at one end of the screw 8, and a retainer 16 is movably installed on the screw 8 through the ball joint 12. Adhesive cotton 13 is installed in the retainer 16, and a threaded pressure ring 17 for pressing the edge of the adhesive cotton 13 is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the retainer 16. The adhesive cotton 13 is installed in the retainer 16, and the edge of the adhesive cotton 13 is fixed by rotating the threaded pressure ring 17. The adhesive cotton 13 can be used to stick to the cleaned object surface. Then, by rotating several screws 8 in the connecting mechanism individually when the ball joint 12 is movable, the angle of the movable frame 1 and the fixed frame 2 can be adjusted so that the movable frame 1 and the fixed frame 2 are parallel to the object mounting surface.
[0026] The connecting mechanism also includes a circular plate 6 fixedly installed with the two adjusting frames 7. Several laser pointers 10 are embedded in the circular plate 6 in a circular array on the edge of the surface. A glass ball level 9 and a laser sensor 11 are fixedly installed on the surface of the circular plate 6 at the position of any laser pointer 10. The laser sensor 11 is located on the side of the glass ball level 9 away from the laser pointer 10 and is coaxially distributed with the laser pointer 10. When adjusting the tilt of the movable frame 1 and the fixed frame 2, when used horizontally, if the laser generated by the laser pointer 10 on the movable frame 1 or the fixed frame 2 is completely blocked by the opaque ball in the corresponding glass ball level 9, the laser sensor 11 will not detect the laser. Or when used vertically, if the laser generated by a pair of symmetrically distributed laser pointers 10 parallel to the swing direction is completely blocked by the opaque ball in the corresponding glass ball level 9, the laser sensor 11 will not detect the laser, indicating that the movable frame 1 and the fixed frame 2 are leveled as a whole.
[0027] Working principle: During measurement, the fixed frame 2 is placed against one side of the object, and the movable frame 1 is placed against the other side of the object when it swings. When installing the fixed frame 2, if the surface of the placement position is uneven, adhesive cotton 13 is used to stick to the cleaned object surface. Then, by rotating several screws 8 in the connecting mechanism individually when the ball joint 12 moves, the angle of the movable frame 1 and the fixed frame 2 can be adjusted. The tilt adjustment effect of the fixed frame 2 and the movable frame 1 is determined by whether the laser sensor 11 detects the laser generated by the laser pen 10.
[0028] The wiring diagrams for the glass ball level 9, laser pointer 10, and laser sensor 11 in this utility model are common knowledge in the field. Their working principles are known technologies. The appropriate model is selected according to actual use. Therefore, the control methods and wiring layouts of the glass ball level 9, laser pointer 10, and laser sensor 11 will not be explained in detail.
[0029] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any other way. Any person skilled in the art may make changes or modifications to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments for application in other fields. However, any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the technical solution of the present utility model shall still fall within the protection scope of the technical solution of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A dip angle measuring device for geological exploration, comprising a connecting shaft (18), wherein a fixed frame (2) is fixedly mounted on the side of the connecting shaft (18) and a movable frame (1) revolves around its central axis on the connecting shaft (18), characterized in that: Both the movable frame (1) and the fixed frame (2) are fixedly installed with connecting mechanisms. The connecting mechanisms include two fixedly installed adjusting brackets (7). Two screws (8) are threaded through the upper surface of the adjusting brackets (7). A ball joint (12) is installed at one end of the screw (8), and a retainer (16) is movably installed on the screw (8) through the ball joint (12). Adhesive cotton (13) is installed in the retainer (16), and a threaded pressure ring (17) for pressing the edge of the adhesive cotton (13) is threadedly connected to the inner wall of the retainer (16).
2. The dip angle measuring device for geological exploration according to claim 1, characterized in that: The movable frame (1) has a collar (4) fixedly installed on one side and sleeved on the connecting shaft (18), and the inner wall of the movable frame (1) is inserted into the outer side of the fixed frame (2).
3. The dip angle measuring device for geological exploration according to claim 1, characterized in that: The movable frame (1) has a pin (14) running through its side, and the fixed frame (2) has a positioning hole (15) on its side for inserting into the pin (14).
4. The dip angle measuring device for geological exploration according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both ends of the connecting shaft (18) are fixedly installed with coaxially distributed scales (3), and the side of the movable frame (1) is fixedly installed with an indicator block (5) that revolves around the central axis of the scale (3). The indicator block (5) is slidably connected to the scale surface of the scale (3).
5. The dip angle measuring device for geological exploration according to claim 1, characterized in that: The connecting mechanism also includes a circular plate (6) fixedly installed with the two adjusting brackets (7), wherein a number of laser pointers (10) are embedded in the surface edge of the circular plate (6) in a ring array.
6. The dip angle measuring device for geological exploration according to claim 5, characterized in that: A glass ball level (9) and a laser sensor (11) are fixedly installed on the surface of the circular plate (6) at any position of the laser pointer (10).
7. The dip angle measuring device for geological exploration according to claim 6, characterized in that: The laser sensor (11) is located on the side of the glass ball level (9) away from the laser pointer (10) and is coaxially distributed with the laser pointer (10).