Valve group arrangement for an aircraft refueller and an aircraft refueller comprising same

Abstract

The application provides a valve group device of an aircraft refueling vehicle and an aircraft refueling vehicle comprising the same. The valve group device of the aircraft refueling vehicle comprises a base, a communication unit, a power supply unit, a solenoid valve unit, a pneumatic control valve unit and a gas circuit interface. The communication unit, the power supply unit, the solenoid valve unit, the pneumatic control valve unit and the gas circuit interface are integrated in the base. The power supply unit is electrically connected with the solenoid valve unit and the communication unit, and is used for supplying power to the solenoid valve unit and the communication unit. The communication unit is in communication connection with the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic control valve unit, and is used for communicating with the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic control valve unit. The pneumatic control valve unit is connected with the gas circuit interface, and is used for connecting external pneumatic elements through the gas circuit interface. The valve group device of the application has simple wiring, can save space, and is convenient for maintenance and repair.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of automotive testing technology, and more particularly to a valve assembly device for an aircraft refueling truck and an aircraft refueling truck including the same. Background Technology

[0002] Aircraft refueling trucks include aircraft tank refueling trucks and aircraft pipeline refueling trucks. In addition to the chassis control system, the control system of the refueling truck also includes pneumatic system, hydraulic system and electrical system.

[0003] Among them, the pneumatic system, as one of the important control systems of the aircraft refueling truck, is currently mostly installed in the pneumatic control box of the refueling truck in the form of a valve island or bracket to control the various pneumatic components of the truck.

[0004] As the functions of the upper pneumatic system increase, the number of solenoid valves and pneumatic control valves in the pneumatic control box also increases, resulting in crowded pneumatic control box space, complex wiring, and difficulty in assembly, troubleshooting and maintenance. Utility Model Content

[0005] This application provides a valve assembly device for an aircraft refueling truck and an aircraft refueling truck including the same, which has simple wiring, saves space, and facilitates inspection and maintenance.

[0006] This application provides a valve assembly for an aircraft refueling vehicle, comprising: a base, a communication unit, a power supply unit, a solenoid valve unit, a pneumatic control valve unit, and a pneumatic interface; the communication unit, the power supply unit, the solenoid valve unit, the pneumatic control valve unit, and the pneumatic interface are integrated into the base; the power supply unit is electrically connected to the solenoid valve unit and the communication unit, and is used to supply power to the solenoid valve unit and the communication unit; the communication unit is communicatively connected to the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic control valve unit, and is used to communicate with the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic control valve unit; the pneumatic control valve unit is connected to the pneumatic interface, and is used to connect to external pneumatic components through the pneumatic interface.

[0007] In some embodiments, the pneumatic control valve unit is connected to the pneumatic interface for connecting external pneumatic components via the pneumatic interface. The power supply unit is electrically connected to the solenoid valve unit and the communication unit for supplying power to the solenoid valve unit and the communication unit. The communication unit is communicatively connected to the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic control valve unit for communicating with them. In this way, the pneumatic control valve can control external pneumatic components. The communication unit, power supply unit, solenoid valve unit, pneumatic control valve unit, and pneumatic interface are integrated into the base. The valve assembly has a high degree of integration, which can save space, facilitate wiring, and facilitate inspection and maintenance.

[0008] Optionally, the solenoid valve unit is electrically connected to the pneumatic control valve unit and is used to control the pneumatic control valve unit.

[0009] In some embodiments, the pneumatic control valve unit can be remotely controlled via the solenoid valve unit, and the control accuracy is high and the response speed is fast.

[0010] Optionally, the communication unit includes a digital signal communication unit and an analog signal communication unit. The digital signal communication unit is communicatively connected to the solenoid valve unit, and the analog signal communication unit is communicatively connected to the pneumatic control valve unit.

[0011] In some embodiments, the digital signal communication unit can send digital signals to the solenoid valve unit, the analog signal communication unit can send analog signals to the pneumatic control valve unit, and the communication unit can communicate with the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic control valve unit to control the operation of the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic control valve unit.

[0012] Optionally, the valve assembly includes a main valve island and a secondary valve island, which are arranged side by side on the base, with the secondary valve island located on one side of the main valve island. The communication unit includes a main control unit, and the main control unit and the power supply unit are located on the main valve island.

[0013] In some embodiments, the main valve island and the secondary valve island are arranged side by side on the base, with the secondary valve island located on one side of the main valve island. The main control unit and the power supply unit are located on the main valve island. The main valve island can send main control commands and power supply to the secondary valve island in a unified manner. The layout of the valve assembly is more compact, which can save space in the valve assembly.

[0014] Optionally, the power supply unit includes a logic voltage unit and a power supply voltage unit, wherein the logic voltage unit is electrically connected to the communication unit, and the power supply voltage unit is electrically connected to the solenoid valve unit.

[0015] In some embodiments, the logic voltage unit can power the communication unit, and the power supply voltage unit can power the solenoid valve unit. Thus, the power supply unit can provide suitable power to both the communication unit and the solenoid valve unit.

[0016] Optionally, the valve assembly includes a main valve island and a secondary valve island, which are arranged side by side on the base. The secondary valve island is located on one side of the main valve island. The main valve island includes a display device that is electrically connected to the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic valve unit, and is used to display the working status of the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic valve unit.

[0017] In some embodiments, the display device can display the working status of the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic valve unit, so that the user can clearly know the working status of the valve assembly, and the valve assembly has richer functions.

[0018] Optionally, the communication unit, the power supply unit, the solenoid valve unit, the pneumatic control valve unit, and the pneumatic interface are arranged side by side in the same direction on the base.

[0019] In some embodiments, the communication unit, power supply unit, solenoid valve unit, pneumatic control valve unit, and pneumatic interface are arranged side by side in the same direction on the base, which can make full use of the space of the base and make the layout more compact.

[0020] This application also provides an aircraft refueling vehicle, comprising:

[0021] Pneumatic components; and

[0022] The valve assembly as described in any of the above claims is connected to the pneumatic component.

[0023] Optionally, the aircraft refueling vehicle also includes a main control system, which is communicatively connected to the main control unit and is used to control the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic valve unit through the main control unit.

[0024] In some embodiments, the main control system can remotely control the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic valve unit through the main control unit, making the control of the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic valve unit more convenient.

[0025] Optionally, there are multiple pneumatic components, and the pneumatic control valve unit of the valve group device includes multiple pneumatic control valves arranged side by side on the base, and the multiple pneumatic control valves are respectively connected to the multiple pneumatic components.

[0026] In some embodiments, the pneumatic control valve unit includes a plurality of pneumatic control valves arranged side by side on the base. The plurality of pneumatic control valves are respectively connected to a plurality of pneumatic components, and the plurality of pneumatic control valves can control the plurality of pneumatic components respectively, thus enriching the functions of the valve assembly.

[0027] It should be understood that the above general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory only, and do not limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0028] The accompanying drawings, which are incorporated in and form part of this specification, illustrate embodiments consistent with this application and, together with the description, serve to explain the principles of this application.

[0029] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a structural block diagram of one embodiment of the valve assembly device for an aircraft refueling vehicle according to this application.

[0030] Figure 2 The diagram shown is a structural block diagram of another embodiment of the valve assembly device for an aircraft refueling vehicle according to this application. Detailed Implementation

[0031] This application provides a valve assembly for an aircraft refueling truck and an aircraft refueling truck including the same. The valve assembly for the aircraft refueling truck and the aircraft refueling truck including the same are described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Unless otherwise specified, the features of the following embodiments and implementations can be combined with each other.

[0032] This application provides an aircraft refueling vehicle, including: pneumatic components and a valve assembly provided in this application. The pneumatic components include a pneumatic pump, a cylinder, and air pipes. The valve assembly is connected to the pneumatic components. The valve assembly is used to control the pneumatic components, such as controlling valve opening and closing, and pump start / stop.

[0033] Figure 1 The diagram shown is a structural block diagram of one embodiment of the valve assembly device 10 for an aircraft refueling vehicle according to this application. Figure 1 As shown, the valve assembly 10 of the aircraft refueling vehicle includes: a base 11, a communication unit 12, a power supply unit 13, a solenoid valve unit 14, a pneumatic control valve unit 15, and a pneumatic interface 16.

[0034] The communication unit 12, power supply unit 13, solenoid valve unit 14, pneumatic control valve unit 15, and pneumatic interface 16 are integrated into the base 11.

[0035] In some embodiments, the communication unit 12, power supply unit 13, solenoid valve unit 14, pneumatic valve unit 15, and pneumatic interface 16 are arranged side by side in the same direction on the base 11. In this way, the space of the base 11 can be fully utilized, and the layout is more compact.

[0036] Power supply unit 13 is electrically connected to solenoid valve unit 14 and communication unit 12, and is used to supply power to solenoid valve unit 14 and communication unit 12. Communication unit 12 is communicatively connected to solenoid valve unit 14 and pneumatic control valve unit 15, and is used to communicate with solenoid valve unit 14 and pneumatic control valve unit 15. Pneumatic control valve unit 15 is connected to pneumatic interface 16, and is used to connect to external pneumatic components through pneumatic interface 16.

[0037] In some embodiments, the pneumatic control valve unit 15 is connected to the pneumatic interface 16 for connecting external pneumatic components through the pneumatic interface 16. The power supply unit 13 is electrically connected to the solenoid valve unit 14 and the communication unit 12 for supplying power to the solenoid valve unit 14 and the communication unit 12. The communication unit 12 is communicatively connected to the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic control valve unit 15 for communicating with them. In this way, the pneumatic control valve unit 15 can control external pneumatic components. The communication unit 12, the power supply unit 13, the solenoid valve unit 14, the pneumatic control valve unit 15, and the pneumatic interface 16 are integrated into the base 11. The valve assembly device 10 has a high degree of integration, which can save space, facilitate wiring, and facilitate inspection and maintenance.

[0038] In some embodiments, the communication unit 12, power supply unit 13, solenoid valve unit 14, pneumatic control valve unit 15, and pneumatic interface 16 are disposed on the base 11 according to their respective connection relationships. For example, Figure 1 In the illustrated embodiment, the power supply unit 13 and the communication unit 12 are located on one side, while the solenoid valve unit 14, the pneumatic control valve unit 15, and the pneumatic interface 16 are located on the other side. This facilitates the power supply unit 13 to supply power to other units and the communication unit 12 to communicate with other units. The pneumatic interface 16 is located adjacent to the pneumatic control valve unit 15, which can shorten the connecting pipeline between the pneumatic interface 16 and the pneumatic control valve unit 15, saving space and reducing costs.

[0039] In some embodiments, there are multiple pneumatic components, and the pneumatic control valve unit 15 of the valve assembly 10 includes multiple pneumatic control valves arranged side by side on the base 11, and the multiple pneumatic control valves are respectively connected to multiple pneumatic components.

[0040] The aircraft refueling vehicle may include multiple pneumatic components. The valve assembly 10 is connected to the multiple pneumatic components and is used to control the multiple pneumatic components.

[0041] The pneumatic control valve unit 15 includes multiple pneumatic control valves arranged side by side on the base 11. The multiple pneumatic control valves are connected to multiple pneumatic components respectively, and the multiple pneumatic control valves can control multiple pneumatic components respectively, making the valve group device 10 more functional.

[0042] In some embodiments, the solenoid valve unit 14 is electrically connected to the pneumatic control valve unit 15 and is used to control the pneumatic control valve unit 15.

[0043] The solenoid valve unit 14 can supply or release compressed air to the control port of the pneumatic control valve unit 15 by connecting or disconnecting the control signal pipeline of compressed air, thereby driving the valve core of the pneumatic control valve unit 15 to move and realize the switching of the air path.

[0044] The pneumatic valve unit 15 can be remotely controlled via the solenoid valve unit 14, with high control precision and fast response speed.

[0045] The power supply unit 13 includes a logic voltage unit and a power supply voltage unit (not shown). The logic voltage unit is electrically connected to the communication unit 12, providing logic voltage to the communication unit 12 so that the communication unit 12 can operate normally. The power supply voltage unit is electrically connected to the solenoid valve unit 14, providing high voltage to the solenoid valve unit 14 so that the solenoid valve unit 14 can operate normally.

[0046] In some embodiments, the logic voltage unit can power the communication unit 12, and the power supply voltage unit can power the solenoid valve unit 14. Thus, the power supply unit 13 can provide suitable power supplies for the communication unit 12 and the solenoid valve unit 14 respectively.

[0047] The communication unit 12 includes a digital signal communication unit and an analog signal communication unit (not shown). The digital signal communication unit is connected to the solenoid valve unit 14, and the analog signal communication unit is connected to the pneumatic control valve unit 15.

[0048] In some embodiments, the digital signal communication unit can send digital signals to the solenoid valve unit 14, and the analog signal communication unit can send analog signals to the pneumatic control valve unit 15. Thus, the communication unit 12 can communicate with both the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic control valve unit 15, controlling their operation. The communication unit 12 can directly control the pneumatic control valve unit 15, or it can control the pneumatic control valve unit 15 through the solenoid valve unit 14.

[0049] Figure 2 The diagram shown is a structural block diagram of another embodiment of the valve assembly device 10 of the aircraft refueling vehicle of this application.

[0050] The valve assembly 10 includes a main valve island 17 and a secondary valve island 18, which are arranged side by side on the base 11. The secondary valve island 18 is located on one side of the main valve island 17. The communication unit 12 includes a main control unit 121, and the main control unit 121 and the power supply unit 13 are arranged on the main valve island 17.

[0051] In some embodiments, the main valve island 17 and the secondary valve island 18 are arranged side by side on the base 11, with the secondary valve island 18 located on one side of the main valve island 17. The main valve island 17 and the secondary valve island 18 can be spatially arranged and designed according to the components and functions they contain. By dividing the valve assembly 10 into the main valve island 17 and the secondary valve island 18, when a certain unit needs to be inspected or maintained, the valve island corresponding to that unit can be disassembled for easy maintenance and replacement.

[0052] The main control unit 121 and the power supply unit 13 are located on the main valve island 17. The main valve island 17 can send main control commands and power supply to the secondary valve island 18 in a unified manner. The layout of the valve group device 10 is more compact, which can save space in the valve group device 10.

[0053] In other embodiments, the main control unit 121 and the power supply unit 13 are located on the secondary valve island 18. The secondary valve island 18 can uniformly send main control commands and power supply to the main valve island 17.

[0054] In some embodiments, the secondary valve island 18 further includes a subnet address unit, which is communicatively connected to the communication unit 12.

[0055] In some embodiments, the aircraft refueling vehicle also includes a main control system, which is communicatively connected to the main control unit 121 and is used to control the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic control valve unit 15 through the main control unit.

[0056] The main control system can be the central control system of the aircraft refueling vehicle, or a central control system integrated into the aircraft refueling vehicle. The main control system allows user interaction, and users can send control commands through the main control system. The main control system sends the control commands to the main control unit 121, which in turn controls the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic valve unit 15.

[0057] In some embodiments, the communication unit further includes a valve group control unit, which is communicatively connected to the main control unit 121. The main control unit 121 sends control commands to the valve group control unit, which then sends the control commands to the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic valve unit 15 to realize the control of the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic valve unit 15.

[0058] The main control system can remotely control the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic valve unit 15 through the main control unit 121, making the control of the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic valve unit 15 more convenient.

[0059] In some embodiments, the main valve island 17 includes a display device (not shown) electrically connected to the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic valve unit 15, for displaying the operating status of the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic valve unit 15.

[0060] The display device can display various operating states of the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic control valve unit 15, such as start and stop. The display device can also display the operating states of multiple pneumatic components. The display device includes a display screen, which displays the operating states of the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic control valve unit 15 through different icons on the display screen. In some embodiments, the display device includes LED lights. Different states of the LED lights, such as color and flashing frequency, can correspond to different operating states of the valve assembly device 10.

[0061] The display device can show the working status of the solenoid valve unit 14 and the pneumatic valve unit 15, so that the user can clearly know the working status of the valve assembly device 10, and facilitate the user to control the aircraft refueling truck according to the current status of the valve assembly device 10, making the valve assembly device 10 more functional.

[0062] In some embodiments, the valve assembly 10 also includes reserved space for expanding the solenoid valve unit 14 or the pneumatic valve unit 15 to meet the different operating conditions of different aircraft refueling trucks.

Claims

1. A valve assembly device for an aircraft refueling truck, characterized in that, include: The system includes a base, a communication unit, a power supply unit, a solenoid valve unit, a pneumatic control valve unit, and a pneumatic interface. The communication unit, power supply unit, solenoid valve unit, pneumatic control valve unit, and pneumatic interface are integrated into the base. The power supply unit is electrically connected to the solenoid valve unit and the communication unit to supply power to them. The communication unit is communicatively connected to the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic control valve unit to communicate with them. The pneumatic control valve unit is connected to the pneumatic interface to connect to external pneumatic components.

2. The valve assembly device for an aircraft refueling vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The solenoid valve unit is electrically connected to the pneumatic control valve unit and is used to control the pneumatic control valve unit.

3. The valve assembly device for an aircraft refueling vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The communication unit includes a digital signal communication unit and an analog signal communication unit. The digital signal communication unit is communicatively connected to the solenoid valve unit, and the analog signal communication unit is communicatively connected to the pneumatic control valve unit.

4. The valve assembly device for an aircraft refueling vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The valve assembly includes a main valve island and a secondary valve island, which are arranged side by side on the base. The secondary valve island is located on one side of the main valve island. The communication unit includes a main control unit, and the main control unit and the power supply unit are located on the main valve island.

5. The valve assembly device for an aircraft refueling vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The power supply unit includes a logic voltage unit and a power supply voltage unit. The logic voltage unit is electrically connected to the communication unit, and the power supply voltage unit is electrically connected to the solenoid valve unit.

6. The valve assembly of the aircraft refueling vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The valve assembly includes a main valve island and a secondary valve island, which are arranged side by side on the base. The secondary valve island is located on one side of the main valve island. The main valve island includes a display device that is electrically connected to the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic valve unit, and is used to display the working status of the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic valve unit.

7. The valve assembly device for an aircraft refueling vehicle according to claim 1, characterized in that, The communication unit, the power supply unit, the solenoid valve unit, the pneumatic control valve unit, and the pneumatic interface are arranged side by side in the same direction on the base.

8. An aircraft refueling truck, characterized in that, include: Pneumatic components; and The valve assembly as described in any one of claims 1-7 is connected to the pneumatic component.

9. The aircraft refueling vehicle according to claim 8, characterized in that, The aircraft refueling vehicle also includes a main control system, which is communicatively connected to the main control unit and is used to control the solenoid valve unit and the pneumatic valve unit through the main control unit.

10. The aircraft refueling vehicle according to claim 8, characterized in that, The pneumatic components are multiple, and the pneumatic control valve unit of the valve group device includes multiple pneumatic control valves arranged side by side on the base, and the multiple pneumatic control valves are respectively connected to the multiple pneumatic components.

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