A switch machine
By using an electric push rod driven turnout switch and cover plate structure, the problems of manual turning and high friction in tourist railway turnouts are solved, achieving automated control, cost reduction, and improved applicability.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CHONGQING UBRAIL TRACK TRANSIT EQUIP CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-24
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-07
AI Technical Summary
The existing tourist railway turnouts require manual switching, which is not very applicable and has high costs. In addition, the existing turnout structure is easily affected by the entry of debris, resulting in high friction and high energy consumption.
The turnout switch is driven by an electric push rod, and the turnout can be reversed by remote control. Cover plates and translation plates are installed on the sleepers to reduce the entry of debris and friction.
It has achieved automated control of turnouts, reduced manufacturing costs and construction difficulty, reduced friction, saved energy, and improved the applicability and durability of turnouts.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of track switch technology for sightseeing trains, specifically relating to a switch device. Background Technology
[0002] Tram sightseeing vehicles typically refer to vehicles that run along specific tracks for sightseeing tours. They are commonly found in scenic areas, parks, and city streets, providing tourists with a convenient and unique sightseeing experience. For example, scenic trams can take tourists to visit scenic spots, which is very convenient; Frankfurt has distinctive mobile pub-style trams that connect the city's main streets and attractions, making them a moving part of the city's scenery.
[0003] Currently, tourist railway turnouts are mainly mining turnouts or regular railway turnouts; mining turnouts use manual switching mechanisms and require manual operation; regular electric railway turnouts are expensive, large in size, and have a large turning radius, making them unsuitable for tourist railways. Utility Model Content
[0004] In view of the problems mentioned in the background art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide a turnout switch to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned technical objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:
[0006] A turnout switch includes a first fixed track and a second fixed track. A first switch rail and a second switch rail are disposed on the inner sides of the first fixed track and the second fixed track. The first fixed track, the second fixed track, the first switch rail and the second switch rail are located on the upper sides of the sleepers. The first fixed track and the first switch rail are on the same side, and the second fixed track and the second switch rail are on the other side. The first fixed track and the second switch rail are parallel to each other. The second fixed track and the first switch rail are parallel to each other. A translation plate is fixedly connected to the lower side of the first switch rail and the second switch rail. An electric push rod is connected to one side of the translation plate.
[0007] Furthermore, the lower side of the translation plate is provided with a slide platform that is fixedly connected to the ground, and the translation plate is slidably connected to the slide platform.
[0008] Further specifying, the slide includes a roller, with mounting strips assembled and connected to both ends of the roller, and connecting strips fixedly connected to both ends of one side of the mounting strip, while the mounting strip and connecting strip on the other side are detachably connected by screws.
[0009] Further specified, the upper side cross-section of the roller is located on the upper side of the mounting strip, and the roller is in contact with the lower side of the translation plate.
[0010] Furthermore, a cover plate is fixedly connected above the sleeper, and the cover plate is located above the translation plate.
[0011] Furthermore, a positioning plate is fixedly connected below the first and second switch rails, and the positioning plate is connected to the translation plate by screws.
[0012] Further specified, the translation plate is located between the gaps of the two sleepers or the sleepers have notches at the position of the translation plate.
[0013] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:
[0014] This invention uses an electric push rod as the power source for turnout switching and is applied to tourist railway turnouts or mining turnouts. When a remote control is connected to the electric push rod, remote control switching of the turnout can be achieved.
[0015] This invention can solve the problems of manual switching and limited applicability of existing turnouts, while reducing manufacturing costs and construction difficulty compared to existing technologies.
[0016] This invention reduces the amount of debris entering the gaps between railway sleepers by installing a cover plate on the upper side of the sleeper.
[0017] This invention transforms the sliding friction between the switch rail and the ground into sliding friction between the switch plate and the slide table by setting up a translation plate and a cover plate, effectively reducing friction and the thrust required for the electric push rod to move the switch rail, thus saving energy. Attached Figure Description
[0018] This utility model can be further illustrated by the non-limiting embodiments given in the accompanying drawings;
[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a turnout switch according to the present invention;
[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the lower structure of a turnout switch according to the present invention;
[0021] Figure 3 This is a front view of a turnout switch according to the present invention;
[0022] Figure 4 This is a top view of a turnout switch according to the present invention;
[0023] Figure 5 This is a cross-sectional view of the turnout section of this utility model;
[0024] The symbols for the main components are explained below:
[0025] First fixed rail 11, second fixed rail 12, first switch rail 21, second switch rail 22, sleeper 3, electric push rod 4, slide table 5, roller 51, mounting strip 52, connecting strip 53, cover plate 6, positioning plate 7, translation plate 8. Detailed Implementation
[0026] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand this utility model, the technical solution of this utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.
[0027] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used in this disclosure shall have the ordinary meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains; the terms “first,” “second,” and similar terms used in this disclosure do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Terms such as “comprising” or “including” mean that an element or object preceding the word encompasses the elements or objects listed following the word and their equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. Terms such as “connected” or “linked” are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect.
[0028] like Figure 1-5 As shown, a turnout switch includes a first fixed track 11 and a second fixed track 12. A first switch rail 21 and a second switch rail 22 are arranged on the inner sides of the first fixed track 11 and the second fixed track 12. The first fixed track 11, the second fixed track 12, the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22 are located on the upper sides of the sleeper 3. The first fixed track 11 and the first switch rail 21 are on the same side, and the second fixed track 12 and the second switch rail 22 are on the other side. The first fixed track and the second switch rail 22 are parallel to each other, and the second fixed track 12 and the first switch rail 21 are parallel to each other. A translation plate 8 is fixedly connected to the lower part of the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22. An electric push rod 4 is connected to one side of the translation plate 8.
[0029] In this embodiment, the first fixed track 11 and the second fixed track 12 are fixedly connected above the sleeper 3. The first fixed track 11 is a straight track, and the second fixed track 12 is a turning track. The first switch rail 21 is located on the side closer to the first fixed track 11 and is a turning track. The second switch rail 22 is located on the side closer to the second fixed track 12 and is a straight track. When the first switch rail 21 contacts the first fixed track 11 under the force of the electric push rod 4, the sightseeing vehicle travels on the turning track, leaving a gap between the second switch rail 22 and the second fixed track 12, allowing the inner side of the sightseeing vehicle's wheels to pass through the gap. When the second switch rail 22 contacts the second fixed track 12 under the force of the electric push rod 4, the first switch rail 21 and the first fixed track... A gap is left between 11, allowing the sightseeing train to travel on a straight track. The translation plate 8 is designed to simultaneously move the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22, so that when one switch rail reaches a designated position, the other switch rail also reaches a designated position. At the same time, the translation plate 8 is fixedly connected below the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22 to reduce the sliding of the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22 relative to the ground, thereby effectively reducing the wear of the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22. The electric push rod 4 can be connected to a remote control device, thereby remotely controlling the electric push rod 4 to change the direction of the track. At the same time, a protective shell can be set on the outside of the electric push rod 4, and a sealing ring is installed between the output rod of the electric push rod 4 and the protective shell to achieve sealing of the electric push rod and achieve effective waterproofing.
[0030] Reference Figure 5 A sliding platform 5, which is fixedly connected to the ground, is provided on the lower side of the translation plate 8, and the translation plate 8 is slidably connected to the sliding platform 5. In this embodiment, the sliding platform 5 reduces the friction between the translation plate 8 and the sliding platform 5, thereby reducing the thrust required for the electric push rod 4 to move the translation plate 8.
[0031] Reference Figure 2 and Figure 5 The slide table 5 includes a roller 51, with mounting strips 52 connected to both ends of the roller 51. A connecting strip 53 is fixedly connected to both ends of one side of the mounting strip 52, and the mounting strip 52 and connecting strip 53 on the other side are detachably connected by screws. In this embodiment, the slide table 5 is further defined such that the roller 51 contacts the translation plate 8, and the roller 51 is rotatably connected to the mounting strip 52. When the translation plate 8 moves, the roller 51 rotates relative to the mounting strip 52 under the force of the translation plate 8. The connecting strip 53 is used to connect to the mounting strip 52 on the other side. By removing the mounting strip 52 on the other side, the roller 51 can be removed, thus enabling the replacement of the roller 51.
[0032] The upper tangential surface of roller 51 is located above the mounting strip 52, and roller 51 contacts the lower side of translation plate 8. In this embodiment, the position of roller 51 is further defined, with the upper tangential surface of roller 51 located above the mounting strip 52, so that translation plate 8 can fully contact roller 51, thereby reducing the frictional force on the lower side of translation plate 8.
[0033] Reference Figure 1 A cover plate 6 is fixedly connected above the sleeper 3, and the cover plate 6 is located above the translation plate 8. In this embodiment, the cover plate 6 is provided to reduce the entry of external substances into the gap between the sleeper 3. The cover plate 6 is connected to the sleeper 3 by bolts; the cover plate 6 is positioned to match the switch rail.
[0034] Reference Figure 1 A positioning plate 7 is fixedly connected to the lower part of the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22. The positioning plate 7 is connected to the translation plate 8 by screws. In this embodiment, the positioning plate 7 connects the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22 to the translation plate 8. The positioning plate 7 is fixedly connected to the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22, thereby increasing the connection area with the translation plate 8 and making the connection between the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22 and the translation plate 8 more stable.
[0035] Reference Figure 2 The translation plate 8 is located between the gaps of the two sleepers 3, or the sleeper 3 has a notch at the position of the translation plate 8. In this embodiment, the position of the translation plate 8 is further defined: the translation plate 8 is located below the sleeper 3 and is connected to the first switch rail 21 and the second switch rail 22.
[0036] The control method of this utility model is automatic control through a controller. The control circuit of the controller can be implemented by simple programming by those skilled in the art. The power supply is also common knowledge in the field. Since this utility model is mainly used to protect mechanical devices, the control method and circuit connection will not be explained in detail.
[0037] The above embodiments are merely illustrative of the principles and effects of this utility model and are not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Any person skilled in the art can modify or alter the above embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or alterations made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and technical concept disclosed in this utility model should still be covered by the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A turnout switch, comprising a first fixed track (11) and a second fixed track (12), characterized in that: The first fixed track (11) and the second fixed track (12) are provided with a first switch rail (21) and a second switch rail (22) on their inner sides. The first fixed track (11), the second fixed track (12), the first switch rail (21) and the second switch rail (22) are located on the upper sides of the sleeper (3). The first fixed track (11) and the first switch rail (21) are located on the same side, and the second fixed track (12) and the second switch rail (22) are located on the other side. The first fixed track and the second switch rail (22) are parallel to each other, and the second fixed track (12) and the first switch rail (21) are parallel to each other. A translation plate (8) is fixedly connected to the lower side of the first switch rail (21) and the second switch rail (22). An electric push rod (4) is connected to one side of the translation plate (8).
2. A turnout switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower side of the translation plate (8) is provided with a slide (5) that is fixedly connected to the ground, and the translation plate (8) and the slide (5) are slidably connected.
3. A turnout switch according to claim 2, characterized in that: The slide (5) includes a roller (51), and mounting strips (52) are assembled and connected to both ends of the roller (51). A connecting strip (53) is fixedly connected to both ends of the mounting strip (52) on one side, and the mounting strip (52) and the connecting strip (53) on the other side are detachably connected by screws.
4. A turnout switch according to claim 3, characterized in that: The upper cut surface of the roller (51) is located on the upper side of the mounting strip (52), and the roller (51) is in contact with the lower side of the translation plate (8).
5. A turnout switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: A cover plate (6) is fixedly connected above the sleeper (3), and the cover plate (6) is located above the translation plate (8).
6. A turnout switch according to claim 1, characterized in that: A positioning plate (7) is fixedly connected to the lower part of the first tip rail (21) and the second tip rail (22), and the positioning plate (7) is connected to the translation plate (8) by screws.
7. A turnout switch according to any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that: The translation plate (8) is located between the gaps of the two sleepers (3) or the sleepers (3) have a notch at the position of the translation plate (8).