Foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler

By designing a T-groove and a magnet connection on the surveying ruler for water conservancy projects, the stability problem caused by the wear of the positioning block was solved, enabling stable folding and multi-functional measurement of the surveying ruler, thus improving ease of use and measurement efficiency.

CN224455584UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-03SHAANXI WATER CONSERVANCY & ELECTRIC POWER SURVEY & DESIGN INSTITUTE (GROUP) CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SHAANXI WATER CONSERVANCY & ELECTRIC POWER SURVEY & DESIGN INSTITUTE (GROUP) CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-29
Publication Date
2026-07-03

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

After repeated use, the positioning blocks and positioning slots of existing folding measuring rulers wear down, making them unable to position effectively. This affects the stability and ease of use of the measuring tool, and frequent tool replacements reduce measurement efficiency.

Method used

The design adopts a foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler. By opening a T-shaped groove on the second ruler body and setting a T-shaped block on the connecting mechanism to cooperate with the T-shaped groove, it is ensured that the insertion block is inserted vertically into the insertion hole to avoid wear. At the same time, the magnetic attraction connection between the magnet and the iron sheet is added to ensure the stability of the surveying ruler when folding and unfolding. A rotatable third ruler body is set in the first ruler body to measure angles.

Benefits of technology

This invention ensures that the measuring ruler maintains stability and convenience after multiple uses, avoids wear and tear on the plug-in structure, enhances the applicability of the measuring tool, and has the dual function of measuring length and angle, thereby improving ease of use and measurement efficiency.

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Abstract

This utility model discloses a foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler, comprising a first ruler body and a second ruler body. One side of the first ruler body is connected to the second ruler body via a connecting mechanism. The two ends of the first and second ruler bodies that are close to each other are interlocked. A third ruler body is connected to the end of the first ruler body furthest from the second ruler body. This utility model, by creating a T-slot on the second ruler body and connecting a T-shaped block to the connecting mechanism for folding and connecting the first and second ruler bodies, allows the second ruler body to be unfolded with a certain distance from the first ruler body. This facilitates the vertical insertion of the interlocking block into the insertion hole, preventing wear on the interlocking structure from affecting the stability of the surveying ruler during folding and unfolding, making it very convenient to use.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the technical field of water conservancy engineering surveying equipment, specifically relating to a foldable water conservancy engineering surveying ruler. Background Technology

[0002] Water conservancy encompasses flood control, irrigation, navigation, and other functions that mitigate harm and promote benefits. Its scope includes eight types of engineering projects: flood control, drainage, irrigation, hydraulic power, waterways, water supply, sewage ditches, and port engineering. Hydraulic power refers to water energy utilization, and sewage ditches refer to urban drainage. Later, new aspects of water conservancy were added, such as soil and water conservation, water resource protection, environmental water conservancy, and water conservancy and fisheries. For the sake of survival and development, human society has adopted various measures to control and regulate water and water bodies in nature to prevent floods and droughts. Measuring tools are frequently used in water conservancy projects, and surveying rulers are a common type. Because conventional surveying rulers are too long and inconvenient to carry, folding surveying rulers have gradually emerged.

[0003] Commonly available folding surveying rulers, when unfolded, use positioning slots and positioning blocks to position the ruler and flip ruler as a single unit. However, in practice, when the ruler and flip ruler are unfolded to a certain angle and the positioning block is about to insert into the positioning slot, the positioning block is not perpendicularly aligned with the slot. The function of the positioning slot and positioning block dictates that the positioning block must be inserted into the slot with a tight fit or interference fit. This results in significant wear on the tilted positioning block when inserted. After repeated use, the positioning block or positioning slot may wear down to the point where it can no longer fit together tightly to position the ruler and flip ruler. Consequently, the unfolded surveying ruler can easily be folded backwards, making it very inconvenient to use. Furthermore, in field surveying work, multiple measurement tasks are often performed, requiring operators to frequently change measuring tools, significantly reducing measurement efficiency. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler, which solves the problem that existing measuring rulers cannot position the ruler plate and the tilting pool after repeated use due to wear of the positioning block.

[0005] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is: a foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler, including a first ruler body and a second ruler body. One side of the first ruler body is connected to the second ruler body through a connecting mechanism. The two ends of the first ruler body and the second ruler body that are close to each other are inserted together. The end of the first ruler body that is far away from the second ruler body is connected to a third ruler body.

[0006] The feature of this utility model is that,

[0007] The end of the second ruler near the end of the first ruler is connected to a plug, and the end of the first ruler near the end of the second ruler has a plug hole that matches the plug.

[0008] The connecting mechanism includes a hinge seat, which is connected to one side of the first ruler body. The hinge seat is connected to a connecting block via a pin, and the connecting block is connected to the second ruler body via a sliding assembly.

[0009] The sliding component includes a T-shaped block, which is connected to a connecting block. A T-shaped groove is provided on one side of the second ruler, which is located close to the first ruler. The T-shaped block is slidably connected to the T-shaped groove.

[0010] The first ruler body has a handle connected to the hinge seat on one side, and a magnet is embedded in the handle. The second ruler body has an iron plate embedded in the side with a T-shaped groove, and the magnet and the iron plate are positioned correspondingly.

[0011] The first ruler body has a storage hole, the length of which is not less than the length of the third ruler body. The third ruler body is connected to the end of the first ruler body away from the second ruler body via a shaft.

[0012] An indicator arrow is fixed to the shaft, and the indicator arrow and the handle are located on the same side of the first ruler. A scale line is opened around the shaft on one side of the first ruler.

[0013] The bottom edge of the first ruler has a notch.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] This utility model relates to a foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler. By creating a T-slot on the second ruler body and connecting a T-block to the connecting mechanism for folding and connecting the first and second ruler bodies, the second ruler body can be unfolded with a certain distance from the first ruler body. This allows for the vertical insertion of the insert into the insertion hole, preventing wear on the insertion structure from affecting the stability of the surveying ruler during folding and unfolding, making it very convenient to use. Furthermore, by embedding a rotatable third ruler body within the first ruler body, and by installing and machining indicator arrows and angle scale lines between the first and third ruler bodies, the surveying ruler can not only be folded and used for measuring length but also measure angles, offering rich functionality and wide applicability. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a partial sectional view of the foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting mechanism in the foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing the unfolded state of the foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a diagram showing the foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler of this utility model after it has been folded.

[0021] In the diagram, 1. First ruler body, 2. Second ruler body, 3. Connecting mechanism, 31. Hinge, 32. Connecting block, 4. T-block, 5. T-slot, 6. Insertion block, 7. Insertion hole, 8. Storage hole, 9. Third ruler body, 10. Shaft, 11. Indicating arrow, 12. Scale line, 13. Notch, 14. Handle, 15. Magnet, 16. Iron sheet. Detailed Implementation

[0022] 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.

[0023] This utility model provides a foldable surveying ruler for hydraulic engineering, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the device includes a first ruler 1 and a second ruler 2. One side of the first ruler 1 is connected to the second ruler 2 via a connecting mechanism 3. The two ends of the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 that are close to each other are inserted together. The end of the first ruler 1 that is far from the second ruler 2 is connected to a third ruler 9. The rulers 1, 2, and 9 are all machined with graduations for measuring length. The first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 are inserted together, and the inserted first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 are easy to insert and remove.

[0024] Example 1

[0025] The foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler includes a first ruler body 1 and a second ruler body 2. One side of the first ruler body 1 is connected to the second ruler body 2 through a connecting mechanism 3. The two ends of the first ruler body 1 and the second ruler body 2 that are close to each other are inserted together. The end of the first ruler body 1 that is far away from the second ruler body 2 is connected to a third ruler body 9.

[0026] like Figure 2 As shown, the end of the second ruler 2 near the first ruler 1 is connected to a plug 6, and the end of the first ruler 1 near the second ruler 2 has a socket 7, which matches the plug 6. After the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 are unfolded, they are brought closer together until the plug 6 can be inserted vertically into the socket 7. This angled insertion method can avoid wear on the plug 6 and the socket 7, thus avoiding affecting the use of subsequent insertion connections.

[0027] Example 2

[0028] The foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler includes a first ruler body 1 and a second ruler body 2. One side of the first ruler body 1 is connected to the second ruler body 2 through a connecting mechanism 3. The two ends of the first ruler body 1 and the second ruler body 2 that are close to each other are inserted together. The end of the first ruler body 1 that is far away from the second ruler body 2 is connected to a third ruler body 9.

[0029] The end of the second ruler 2 near the end of the first ruler 1 is connected to a plug 6, and the end of the first ruler 1 near the end of the second ruler 2 is provided with a plug hole 7, which matches the plug 6.

[0030] like Figure 3 As shown, the connecting mechanism 3 includes a hinge 31, which is connected to one side of the first ruler 1. The hinge 31 is connected to a connecting block 32 via a pin, and the connecting block 32 is connected to the second ruler 2 via a sliding assembly. The connecting block 32 is hinged to the hinge 31 via a pin, ensuring that the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 can be folded. The hinge 31 is located near the end of the first ruler 1. Through the sliding assembly, there is a certain degree of freedom when folding the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2, ensuring that the insert 6 can be vertically inserted into the insertion hole 7.

[0031] Example 3

[0032] The foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler includes a first ruler body 1 and a second ruler body 2. One side of the first ruler body 1 is connected to the second ruler body 2 through a connecting mechanism 3. The two ends of the first ruler body 1 and the second ruler body 2 that are close to each other are inserted together. The end of the first ruler body 1 that is far away from the second ruler body 2 is connected to a third ruler body 9.

[0033] The end of the second ruler 2 near the end of the first ruler 1 is connected to a plug 6, and the end of the first ruler 1 near the end of the second ruler 2 is provided with a plug hole 7, which matches the plug 6.

[0034] The connecting mechanism 3 includes a hinge 31, which is connected to one side of the first ruler 1. The hinge 31 is connected to a connecting block 32 via a pin, and the connecting block 32 is connected to the second ruler 2 via a sliding assembly.

[0035] The sliding assembly includes a T-shaped block 4, which is connected to a connecting block 32. A T-shaped groove 5 is provided on one side of the second ruler 2, and the T-shaped groove 5 is located close to the first ruler 1. The T-shaped block 4 is slidably connected within the T-shaped groove 5. When the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 are inserted or removed, the connecting mechanism 3 can slide with the second ruler 2 through the T-shaped block 4 and the T-shaped groove 5. This allows for adaptive fine-tuning of the position of the second ruler 2 without affecting the folding connection between the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2.

[0036] Example 4

[0037] The foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler includes a first ruler body 1 and a second ruler body 2. One side of the first ruler body 1 is connected to the second ruler body 2 through a connecting mechanism 3. The two ends of the first ruler body 1 and the second ruler body 2 that are close to each other are inserted together. The end of the first ruler body 1 that is far away from the second ruler body 2 is connected to a third ruler body 9.

[0038] The end of the second ruler 2 near the end of the first ruler 1 is connected to a plug 6, and the end of the first ruler 1 near the end of the second ruler 2 is provided with a plug hole 7, which matches the plug 6.

[0039] The connecting mechanism 3 includes a hinge 31, which is connected to one side of the first ruler 1. The hinge 31 is connected to a connecting block 32 via a pin, and the connecting block 32 is connected to the second ruler 2 via a sliding assembly.

[0040] The sliding component includes a T-shaped block 4, which is connected to a connecting block 32. A T-shaped groove 5 is provided on one side of the second ruler 2. The T-shaped groove 5 is located close to the first ruler 1, and the T-shaped block 4 is slidably connected to the T-shaped groove 5.

[0041] A handle 14 is connected to one side of the first ruler 1, which is connected to the hinge 31. A magnet 15 is embedded in the handle 14. An iron plate 16 is embedded in one side of the second ruler 2, which has a T-shaped groove 5. The magnet 15 and the iron plate 16 are positioned correspondingly. When the measuring ruler is unfolded for use, it can be held by the handle 14. At the same time, when the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 are folded, the handle 14 can still accommodate the gap between the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2. Then, the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 are magnetically connected together by the magnet 15 and the iron plate 16, preventing them from unfolding randomly and affecting storage.

[0042] Example 5

[0043] The foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler includes a first ruler body 1 and a second ruler body 2. One side of the first ruler body 1 is connected to the second ruler body 2 through a connecting mechanism 3. The two ends of the first ruler body 1 and the second ruler body 2 that are close to each other are inserted together. The end of the first ruler body 1 that is far away from the second ruler body 2 is connected to a third ruler body 9.

[0044] The end of the second ruler 2 near the end of the first ruler 1 is connected to a plug 6, and the end of the first ruler 1 near the end of the second ruler 2 is provided with a plug hole 7, which matches the plug 6.

[0045] The connecting mechanism 3 includes a hinge 31, which is connected to one side of the first ruler 1. The hinge 31 is connected to a connecting block 32 via a pin, and the connecting block 32 is connected to the second ruler 2 via a sliding assembly.

[0046] The sliding component includes a T-shaped block 4, which is connected to a connecting block 32. A T-shaped groove 5 is provided on one side of the second ruler 2. The T-shaped groove 5 is located close to the first ruler 1, and the T-shaped block 4 is slidably connected to the T-shaped groove 5.

[0047] The first ruler 1 has a handle 14 connected to the hinge 31 on one side, and a magnet 15 is embedded in the handle 14. The second ruler 2 has an iron plate 16 embedded in one side with a T-shaped groove 5, and the positions of the magnet 15 and the iron plate 16 correspond.

[0048] The first ruler body 1 has a storage hole 8, the length of which is not less than the length of the third ruler body 9. The third ruler body 9 is connected to the end of the first ruler body 1 away from the second ruler body 2 via a shaft 10. The length of the storage hole 8 is greater than the length of the third ruler body 9, ensuring that the third ruler body 9 can be stored in the storage hole 8. Both opposite sides of the first ruler body 1 are set as openings, ensuring that the third ruler body 9 can smoothly enter the storage hole 8 and smoothly be pulled out of the first ruler body 1. Figure 4 As shown.

[0049] Example 6

[0050] The foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler includes a first ruler body 1 and a second ruler body 2. One side of the first ruler body 1 is connected to the second ruler body 2 through a connecting mechanism 3. The two ends of the first ruler body 1 and the second ruler body 2 that are close to each other are inserted together. The end of the first ruler body 1 that is far away from the second ruler body 2 is connected to a third ruler body 9.

[0051] The end of the second ruler 2 near the end of the first ruler 1 is connected to a plug 6, and the end of the first ruler 1 near the end of the second ruler 2 is provided with a plug hole 7, which matches the plug 6.

[0052] The connecting mechanism 3 includes a hinge 31, which is connected to one side of the first ruler 1. The hinge 31 is connected to a connecting block 32 via a pin, and the connecting block 32 is connected to the second ruler 2 via a sliding assembly.

[0053] The sliding component includes a T-shaped block 4, which is connected to a connecting block 32. A T-shaped groove 5 is provided on one side of the second ruler 2. The T-shaped groove 5 is located close to the first ruler 1, and the T-shaped block 4 is slidably connected to the T-shaped groove 5.

[0054] The first ruler 1 has a handle 14 connected to the hinge 31 on one side, and a magnet 15 is embedded in the handle 14. The second ruler 2 has an iron plate 16 embedded in one side with a T-shaped groove 5, and the positions of the magnet 15 and the iron plate 16 correspond.

[0055] The first ruler body 1 has a storage hole 8 inside, and the length of the storage hole 8 is not less than the length of the third ruler body 9. The third ruler body 9 is connected to the end of the first ruler body 1 away from the second ruler body 2 through a shaft 10.

[0056] An indicator arrow 11 is fixedly connected to the shaft 10. The indicator arrow 11 and the handle 14 are located on the same side of the first ruler body 1. A scale line 12 is formed around the shaft 10 on one side of the first ruler body 1. The scale line 12 is circular, and the shaft 10 is the dot of the scale line 12. The indicator arrow 11 is fixedly connected to the shaft 10. When it is necessary to measure an angle, the third ruler body 9 can be rotated out from the storage hole 8, which will drive the indicator arrow 11 to rotate. The measured angle value can be quickly obtained by the cooperation of the indicator arrow 11 and the scale line 12.

[0057] Example 7

[0058] The foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler includes a first ruler body 1 and a second ruler body 2. One side of the first ruler body 1 is connected to the second ruler body 2 through a connecting mechanism 3. The two ends of the first ruler body 1 and the second ruler body 2 that are close to each other are inserted together. The end of the first ruler body 1 that is far away from the second ruler body 2 is connected to a third ruler body 9.

[0059] The end of the second ruler 2 near the end of the first ruler 1 is connected to a plug 6, and the end of the first ruler 1 near the end of the second ruler 2 is provided with a plug hole 7, which matches the plug 6.

[0060] The connecting mechanism 3 includes a hinge 31, which is connected to one side of the first ruler 1. The hinge 31 is connected to a connecting block 32 via a pin, and the connecting block 32 is connected to the second ruler 2 via a sliding assembly.

[0061] The sliding component includes a T-shaped block 4, which is connected to a connecting block 32. A T-shaped groove 5 is provided on one side of the second ruler 2. The T-shaped groove 5 is located close to the first ruler 1, and the T-shaped block 4 is slidably connected to the T-shaped groove 5.

[0062] The first ruler 1 has a handle 14 connected to the hinge 31 on one side, and a magnet 15 is embedded in the handle 14. The second ruler 2 has an iron plate 16 embedded in one side with a T-shaped groove 5, and the positions of the magnet 15 and the iron plate 16 correspond.

[0063] The first ruler body 1 has a storage hole 8 inside, and the length of the storage hole 8 is not less than the length of the third ruler body 9. The third ruler body 9 is connected to the end of the first ruler body 1 away from the second ruler body 2 through a shaft 10.

[0064] The shaft 10 is fixed with an indicator arrow 11, which is located on the same side of the first ruler 1 as the handle 14. A scale line 12 is provided on one side of the first ruler 1 around the shaft 10.

[0065] The bottom edge of the first ruler 1 has a notch 13. The notch 13 makes it easier to remove the third ruler 9 from the storage hole 8 of the first ruler 1.

[0066] The working principle of this foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler is as follows:

[0067] When the surveying ruler is not in use, such as Figure 5 As shown, the third ruler 9 is stored inside the first ruler 1. The first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 are folded together by the connecting mechanism 3 and magnetically connected by the magnet 15 and the iron sheet 16. When it is necessary to measure the length, the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 are unfolded and pulled away from each other. At this time, even if the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 are in a parallel state, the ends of the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 will not touch. Then, the first ruler 1 and the second ruler 2 are brought closer together so that the insert 6 is accurately inserted into the insert hole 7. During this period, the T-shaped block 4 can move inside the T-shaped groove 5 without affecting the connection relationship between the connecting mechanism 3 and the second ruler 2. When it is necessary to measure the angle, the third ruler 9 can be pinched from the notch 13 and rotated out from the storage 8. The first ruler 1 and the third ruler 9 work together to measure the angle. During this period, the specific angle value can be determined by the position of the indicator arrow 11 on the scale line 12.

[0068] This utility model features a foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler. By creating a T-slot on the second ruler body and connecting a T-block to the connecting mechanism for folding and connecting the first and second ruler bodies, the second ruler body can be unfolded with a certain distance from the first ruler body. This allows the insert block to be inserted vertically into the insertion hole, preventing wear on the insertion structure from affecting the stability of the surveying ruler when folded and unfolded. It is very convenient to use.

Claims

1. A collapsible waterworks surveyor's rule characterised in that, It includes a first ruler (1) and a second ruler (2). One side of the first ruler (1) is connected to the second ruler (2) through a connecting mechanism (3). The two ends of the first ruler (1) and the second ruler (2) that are close to each other are inserted together. The end of the first ruler (1) that is far away from the second ruler (2) is connected to a third ruler (9).

2. The collapsible hydrographic tape of claim 1, wherein, The second ruler (2) is connected to a plug (6) at the end near the first ruler (1), and the first ruler (1) is provided with a plug hole (7) at the end near the second ruler (2), and the plug hole (7) matches the plug (6).

3. The collapsible hydrographic tape of claim 1, wherein, The connecting mechanism (3) includes a hinge (31), which is connected to one side of the first ruler (1). The hinge (31) is connected to a connecting block (32) via a pin, and the connecting block (32) is connected to the second ruler (2) via a sliding assembly.

4. The collapsible hydrographic tape of claim 3, wherein, The sliding component includes a T-shaped block (4), which is connected to a connecting block (32). A T-shaped groove (5) is provided on one side of the second ruler (2). The T-shaped groove (5) is located close to the first ruler (1). The T-shaped block (4) is slidably connected in the T-shaped groove (5).

5. The collapsible hydrographic tape of claim 1, wherein, The first ruler body (1) has a handle (14) connected to the hinge seat (31) on one side, and a magnet (15) is embedded in the handle (14). The second ruler body (2) has an iron plate (16) embedded in one side with a T-shaped groove (5), and the positions of the magnet (15) and the iron plate (16) correspond.

6. The collapsible hydrographic tape of claim 1, wherein, The first ruler body (1) has a storage hole (8) inside. The length of the storage hole (8) is not less than the length of the third ruler body (9). The third ruler body (9) is connected to the end of the first ruler body (1) away from the second ruler body (2) by a shaft (10).

7. The collapsible hydrographic tape of claim 6, wherein, The shaft (10) is fixed with an indicator arrow (11), which is located on the same side of the first ruler (1) as the handle (14). A scale line (12) is opened on one side of the first ruler (1) around the shaft (10).

8. The foldable hydraulic engineering surveying ruler as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom edge of the first ruler (1) has a notch (13).