A conveniently adjustable force centerer
By designing an easily adjustable forced centering device, the problems of inconvenient installation and insufficient adjustability in the existing technology are solved, enabling rapid installation and accurate centering of measuring instruments, and improving measurement accuracy and operational efficiency.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- GUANGXI YUEHAI EXPRESSWAY CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-09-01
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-19
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of precision measuring instrument technology, and specifically relates to an adjustable forced centering device. Background Technology
[0002] Existing slope early warning systems mostly employ GNSS automated monitoring to achieve real-time automated monitoring of landslide surface displacement. The working principle is as follows: receivers at each GNSS monitoring point and reference point receive GNSS signals in real time and transmit them to the control center in real time via a data communication network. The GNSS data processing and analysis software on the control center server calculates and obtains the real-time three-dimensional coordinates of each monitoring point. By comparing these coordinates with the initial coordinates, the change in the monitoring point is obtained. At the same time, the analysis software issues an over-limit alarm based on the pre-set warning value.
[0003] Surface three-dimensional displacement is monitored automatically via GNSS, primarily at locations of significant slope surface deformation. By monitoring the three-dimensional displacement of the slope surface, the deformation characteristics, amplitude, direction, rate, stability, and development trend of the slope are analyzed and determined. To ensure the accuracy of the final measurement results from GNSS automated monitoring, the relevant equipment for this monitoring method needs to be installed on a forced centering device to reduce errors during the monitoring process.
[0004] Traditional forced centering devices typically consist of a base plate fixed to a base (such as an observation pier or connecting plate) and an instrument plate connected to the bottom of the measuring instrument or target. Forced centering is achieved through a precise bushing structure. However, in practical applications, especially in complex or constrained measurement environments, the ease of adjustment of existing forced centering devices is significantly insufficient: 1. When installing instruments or targets, especially when there is a large initial positional deviation between the base plate and the instrument plate (e.g., heavy instruments, single-person operation, or environmental influences such as wind), accurately fitting the instrument plate into the base plate often requires repeated attempts and fine adjustments, a time-consuming and laborious process that is prone to damage to the precision mating surfaces due to impacts; 2. Most current forced centering devices lack leveling capabilities, therefore, they need to be leveled before installing the measuring instrument; 3. The adjustment location is limited (e.g., below the instrument plate, in a blind spot, or in an area with dense equipment), leading to inconvenience in operation. Utility Model Content
[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an easily adjustable forced centering device, overcoming the technical problems of difficult installation and docking, and inconvenient adjustment in existing technologies. The specific technical solution is as follows:
[0006] An adjustable forced centering device includes:
[0007] Fixed base;
[0008] A leveling mechanism is installed on the fixed base. The leveling mechanism includes a docking installation platform, and a quick docking port is provided through the center of the docking installation platform.
[0009] A quick-connect mechanism includes a flexible insert, which is quickly inserted into the quick-connect socket. A measuring instrument is mounted on the quick-connect mechanism.
[0010] Preferably, the fixed base is provided with a connecting ball head, and the bottom surface of the docking installation platform is provided with a connecting ball sleeve. The connecting ball sleeve is connected to the quick docking port. The connecting ball sleeve is fitted onto the connecting ball head and forms a universal rotating ball hinge support with the connecting ball head.
[0011] Preferably, the leveling mechanism further includes a threaded sleeve, a screw, an adjusting nut with a drive handle, and a limiting block. The limiting block is installed on the bottom surface of the docking installation platform, the screw is installed on the limiting block, the adjusting nut with a drive handle is installed on the end of the threaded sleeve, the adjusting nut with a drive handle is threadedly connected to the screw, and the lower end face of the threaded sleeve abuts against the fixed base.
[0012] Preferably, the center of the docking installation platform is provided with an insert sleeve, the insert sleeve is connected to the quick docking port, and a pressing groove is provided through the circumference of the insert sleeve.
[0013] Preferably, the elastic insert includes a plurality of elastic prongs, a base, a pressure plate, a threaded rod, and a locking nut. The plurality of elastic prongs are mounted on the base, and the threaded rod is mounted on the base. The elastic prongs are radially compressed along the threaded rod to insert them into the insert sleeve. The ends of the elastic prongs are provided with snap-fit blocks. When the snap-fit blocks of the elastic prongs extend from the quick-connect socket, the plurality of elastic prongs are radially expanded along the threaded rod to be held in the insert sleeve. The pressure plate is sleeved on the threaded rod, and the locking nut is threadedly connected to the threaded rod to press the pressure plate between the locking nut and the upper end face of the insert sleeve.
[0014] Preferably, the locking nut is tightened so that the upper end face of the snap-fit block abuts against the bottom surface of the docking installation platform.
[0015] Preferably, several semi-circular extension blocks can be fitted onto the threaded rod, and the locking nut is tightened to press the pressure plate between the semi-circular extension blocks and the upper end face of the insert sleeve.
[0016] Preferably, the docking and installation platform is also equipped with a bubble level.
[0017] Preferably, a base plate is also installed at the upper end of the threaded rod, and the base plate is threadedly connected to the threaded rod.
[0018] Preferably, a threaded connector is provided at the center of the upper end face of the base plate, and the measuring instrument is mounted on the base plate through the threaded connector.
[0019] Compared with existing technologies, this utility model has the following beneficial effects:
[0020] 1. This utility model provides an adjustable forced centering device. Measuring instruments can be quickly installed onto the forced centering device through a quick docking mechanism and quickly calibrated horizontally through a leveling mechanism. This forced centering device enables centering adjustments during installation without disassembling the instruments and devices during precision measurement operations, thereby improving the accuracy of measurements.
[0021] 2. The forced centering device provided by this utility model can adjust the installation height of the measuring instrument by increasing or decreasing the number of semi-circular heightening blocks. Attached Figure Description
[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. In all the drawings, similar elements or parts are generally identified by similar reference numerals. The elements or parts in the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale.
[0023] Figure 1 This is the main view of the overall structure of this utility model.
[0024] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the overall structure of this utility model.
[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the leveling mechanism of this utility model.
[0026] Figure 4 This is an exploded view of the leveling mechanism of this utility model.
[0027] Explanation of key figure labels:
[0028] 100-Fixed base, 110-Connecting ball head, 200-Leveling mechanism, 210-Dating installation platform, 211-Quick docking socket, 212-Bubble level, 220-Connecting ball sleeve, 230-Threaded sleeve, 240-Screw, 250-Adjusting nut with drive handle, 260-Limit block, 270-Insertion sleeve, 271-Pressing through groove, 300-Quick docking mechanism, 310-Elastic insert, 311-Elastic pin, 312-Base, 313-Pressure plate, 314-Threaded rod, 315-Locking nut, 316-Semi-circular raising block, 317-Base plate, 318-Threaded connector. Detailed Implementation
[0029] 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.
[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "lateral", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "top surface", "bottom surface", "inner", "outer", "inner side", "outer side", 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 are not intended to 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.
[0031] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used in the description, they are for descriptive purposes and to distinguish technical features, and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the sequential relationship of the indicated technical features.
[0032] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "setting" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of 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. The embodiments of this utility model will now be described based on its overall structure.
[0033] Example
[0034] like Figures 1 to 4 As shown, an adjustable forced centering device specifically includes a fixed base 100, on which a leveling mechanism 200 is mounted. The leveling mechanism 200 includes a docking mounting platform 210, with a quick-connect insertion port 211 penetrating through its center. Notably, a bubble level 212 is also mounted on the docking mounting platform 210. The adjustable forced centering device further includes a quick-connect mechanism 300, which includes a flexible insert 310. The quick-connect mechanism 300 is quickly inserted into the quick-connect insertion port 211 via the flexible insert 310. In practice, the measuring instrument is mounted on the quick-connect mechanism 300, allowing for rapid installation onto the forced centering device. The leveling mechanism 200 then performs rapid leveling calibration. This forced centering device enables centering adjustments during installation without disassembling the instrument or device, improving measurement accuracy.
[0035] In some preferred embodiments, the fixed base 100 is provided with a connecting ball head 110, and the bottom surface of the docking installation platform 210 is provided with a connecting ball sleeve 220. The connecting ball sleeve 220 communicates with the quick docking port 211. The connecting ball sleeve 220 is fitted on the connecting ball head 110 and forms a universal rotating ball hinge support with the connecting ball head 110. The leveling mechanism 200 also includes four adjustable feet, evenly distributed circumferentially around the quick-connect socket 211. Each adjustable foot includes a threaded sleeve 230, a screw 240, an adjusting nut 250 with a drive handle, and a limiting block 260. The limiting block 260 is installed on the bottom surface of the docking installation platform 210, the screw 240 is installed on the limiting block 260, and the adjusting nut 250 with a drive handle is installed on the end of the threaded sleeve 230. The adjusting nut 250 with a drive handle is threadedly connected to the screw 240. The lower end face of the threaded sleeve 230 abuts against the fixed base 100. By rotating the adjusting nut 250 with a drive handle, the length of the threaded sleeve 230 extending beyond the screw 240 can be adjusted. The levelness of the docking installation platform 210 can be adjusted using the four adjustable feet. While adjusting, the bubble in the bubble level 212 can be observed to ensure it is centered.
[0036] Preferably, the center of the docking installation platform 210 is provided with an insert sleeve 270, the insert sleeve 270 is connected to the quick docking port 211, and a pressing groove 271 is provided through the circumference of the insert sleeve 270.
[0037] In some preferred embodiments, the resilient insert 310 includes a plurality of resilient prongs 311, a base 312, a pressure plate 313, a threaded rod 314, and a locking nut 315. The resilient prongs 311 are mounted on the bottom of the base 312, and the threaded rod 314 is mounted on the top of the base 312. The resilient prongs 311 are radially compressed along the threaded rod 314 to insert them into the insert sleeve 270. Each resilient prong 311 has a locking block at its end. When the locking block of the resilient prong 311 is engaged, it releases pressure from the insert sleeve 270. When the quick-connecting connector 211 extends, several of the resilient prongs 311 expand radially along the threaded rod 314 to engage (tighten) within the insert sleeve 270. The pressure plate 313 is fitted onto the threaded rod 314, and the locking nut 315 is threadedly connected to the threaded rod 314 to press the pressure plate 313 between the locking nut 315 and the upper end face of the insert sleeve 270. At this time, the locking nut 315 is tightened so that the upper end face of the engaging block abuts against the bottom surface of the docking mounting platform 210. By tightening, the resilient insert 310 is fixedly installed on the insert sleeve 270.
[0038] Furthermore, to adjust the installation height of the measuring instrument, several semi-circular extension blocks 316 can be fitted onto the threaded rod 314. Tightening the locking nut 315 presses the pressure plate 313 between the semi-circular extension blocks 316 and the upper end face of the insert sleeve 270. The installation height of the measuring instrument can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the number of semi-circular extension blocks 316.
[0039] In some preferred embodiments, a base plate 317 is also installed at the upper end of the threaded rod 314, and the base plate 317 is threadedly connected to the threaded rod 314. A threaded connector 318 is provided at the center of the upper end face of the base plate 317, and the measuring instrument is mounted on the base plate 317 through the threaded connector 318.
[0040] In summary, this utility model provides an easily adjustable forced centering device. Measuring instruments can be quickly installed onto the forced centering device via a quick-connect mechanism and rapidly calibrated horizontally via a leveling mechanism. This forced centering device enables centering adjustments during installation without disassembling the instrument or device, improving measurement accuracy. Furthermore, the forced centering device allows for adjustment of the instrument's installation height by increasing or decreasing the number of semi-circular heightening blocks. This utility model features a simple structure, quick and convenient installation, and allows for rapid adjustment and calibration when measurement inaccuracies are detected during precision measurement operations.
[0041] The foregoing description of specific exemplary embodiments of the present invention is for illustrative and explanatory purposes. These descriptions are not intended to limit the present invention to the precise forms disclosed, and it is obvious that many changes and variations can be made based on the above teachings. Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, these specific embodiments are merely explanations of the present invention and are not intended to limit the invention. The specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples. The purpose of selecting and describing exemplary embodiments is to explain the specific principles of the present invention and its practical application, so that those skilled in the art, after reading this specification, can make modifications, substitutions, variations, and various choices and changes to the embodiments as needed without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, provided that such modifications, substitutions, variations, and choices and changes are within the scope of the claims of the present invention and are protected by patent law.
Claims
1. An easily adjustable forced centering device, characterized in that, include: Fixed base (100); A leveling mechanism (200) is installed on the fixed base (100). The leveling mechanism (200) includes a docking installation platform (210), and a quick docking port (211) is provided through the center of the docking installation platform (210). A quick docking mechanism (300) includes a flexible insert (310) which is quickly inserted into the quick docking port (211) via the flexible insert (310), and a measuring instrument is mounted on the quick docking mechanism (300).
2. The adjustable forced centering device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fixed base (100) is provided with a connecting ball head (110), and the bottom surface of the docking installation platform (210) is provided with a connecting ball sleeve (220). The connecting ball sleeve (220) is connected to the quick docking port (211). The connecting ball sleeve (220) is fitted on the connecting ball head (110) and together with the connecting ball head (110) forms a universal rotating ball hinge support.
3. The adjustable forced centering device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The leveling mechanism (200) further includes a threaded sleeve (230), a screw (240), an adjusting nut (250) with a drive handle, and a limiting block (260). The limiting block (260) is installed on the bottom surface of the docking installation platform (210), the screw (240) is installed on the limiting block (260), the adjusting nut (250) with a drive handle is installed on the end of the threaded sleeve (230), the adjusting nut (250) with a drive handle is threadedly connected to the screw (240), and the lower end face of the threaded sleeve (230) abuts against the fixed base (100).
4. The adjustable forced centering device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The center of the docking installation platform (210) is provided with an insert sleeve (270), which is connected to the quick docking port (211). A pressing groove (271) is provided through the circumference of the insert sleeve (270).
5. The adjustable forced centering device according to claim 4, characterized in that, The resilient insert (310) includes a plurality of resilient prongs (311), a base (312), a pressure plate (313), a threaded rod (314), and a locking nut (315). A plurality of the resilient prongs (311) are mounted on the base (312), and the threaded rod (314) is mounted on the base (312). The resilient prongs (311) are radially compressed along the threaded rod (314) to allow them to be inserted into the insert sleeve (270). The ends of the resilient prongs (311) are provided with a locking mechanism. When the snap-fit block of the elastic pin (311) extends out from the quick-connect socket (211), a plurality of the elastic pins (311) are radially extended along the threaded rod (314) to be held in the insert sleeve (270), the pressure plate (313) is sleeved on the threaded rod (314), and the locking nut (315) is threadedly connected to the threaded rod (314) to press the pressure plate (313) between the locking nut (315) and the upper end face of the insert sleeve (270).
6. The adjustable forced centering device according to claim 5, characterized in that, Tighten the locking nut (315) so that the upper end face of the snap block abuts against the bottom surface of the docking mounting platform (210).
7. The adjustable forced centering device according to claim 5, characterized in that, Several semi-circular extension blocks (316) can also be fitted onto the threaded rod (314). Tighten the locking nut (315) to press the pressure plate (313) between the semi-circular extension block (316) and the upper end face of the insert sleeve (270).
8. The adjustable forced centering device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The docking installation platform (210) is also equipped with a bubble level (212).
9. The adjustable forced centering device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The upper end of the threaded rod (314) is also equipped with a base plate (317), which is threadedly connected to the threaded rod (314).
10. The adjustable forced centering device according to claim 9, characterized in that, A threaded connector (318) is provided at the center of the upper end face of the base plate (317), and the measuring instrument is mounted on the base plate (317) through the threaded connector (318).