Single-tube bidirectional anti-seismic support
By designing a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace, which utilizes support rings and spring assemblies to absorb vibration energy, the problem of pipeline connection interruption and rupture caused by earthquakes has been solved, the maintenance process has been simplified, and the stable operation of the pipeline system has been ensured.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- JIANGSU WEIWU ELECTRICAL EQUIP CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-07
AI Technical Summary
Earthquakes can disrupt pipeline connections, making vulnerable sections prone to rupture, extending repair time and affecting normal operations.
A single-tube bidirectional seismic brace was designed. Through the coordinated work of components such as the support ring, upper half ring, lower half ring, and spring, it absorbs and buffers vibration energy, ensures the tightness of pipe connections, and simplifies the maintenance process through structures such as clamps and key levers.
It effectively reduces the risk of pipeline damage, improves maintenance efficiency, and ensures the stable operation of the pipeline system.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of seismic bracing technology, and in particular to a single-tube bidirectional seismic bracing. Background Technology
[0002] A single-pipe bidirectional seismic brace is a device used to support and fix a single pipe and provide bidirectional seismic protection under external forces such as earthquakes, thereby preventing the pipe from falling off or breaking due to earthquake shaking and ensuring the safe operation of the pipeline system.
[0003] The horizontal and vertical vibrations generated by earthquakes can cause significant displacement of pipelines. Pipelines may slide on supports or even detach, leading to interruptions in the pipeline system. Weak points in the pipeline, such as joints and bends, are prone to rupture. When pipeline malfunctions and requires repair or replacement, maintenance personnel may need to spend a significant amount of time dismantling supports and pipe connections, extending the overall repair time and affecting the normal operation of the pipeline system. Utility Model Content
[0004] The main purpose of this utility model is to provide a single-tube bidirectional seismic support, which can effectively solve the problems of pipeline system connection interruption, easy cracking of weak parts of the pipeline such as joints and bends, and extended maintenance time, affecting the normal operation of the pipeline system.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace, comprising a pipe, with support rings provided on the outer sides of both the front and rear ends of the pipe, a first sleeve fixedly connected to the outer sides of each of the two support rings, an upper half-ring provided at the top of each of the two support rings, a lower half-ring provided at the bottom of each of the two upper half-rings, a second sleeve fixedly connected inside each of the upper and lower half-rings, a first spring provided inside each of the second sleeves and lower half-rings, a first hinge frame fixedly connected to the top of each of the two upper half-rings, an outer cylinder provided at the top of each of the pipe, an inner rod slidably connected inside the bottom ends of each of the two outer cylinders, a connecting ring fixedly connected to the outer sides of the middle portion of each of the two outer cylinders and the outer sides of the middle portion of the inner rod, and a second spring fixedly connected inside each pair of connecting rings.
[0006] Furthermore, the bottom ends of the two inner rods are fixedly connected to connecting plates, the bottom walls of the two connecting plates are fixedly connected to threaded rods, the interior of each first hinge frame is rotatably connected to a first connecting block, the outer sides of the two threaded rods are threadedly connected to the interior of the two first connecting blocks, and the top ends of the two outer cylinders are rotatably connected to a second hinge frame.
[0007] Furthermore, each of the upper rings has a support plate fixedly connected to its bottom left and right sides, and each support plate has a locking block fixedly connected to its bottom.
[0008] Furthermore, each of the lower half rings is fixedly connected to the top left and right sides with a second connecting block, and each of the second connecting blocks is slidably connected to the front and rear sides with a button rod, and each of the second connecting blocks has a placement groove on the front and rear sides of the upper sidewall.
[0009] Furthermore, four first elastic elements are fixedly connected to the rear sidewall of every two button levers, and the other end of every four first elastic elements is fixedly connected to the inside of a second connecting block.
[0010] Furthermore, each of the placement slots is fixedly connected to two second elastic elements, and a baffle is fixedly connected to the top of each pair of second elastic elements.
[0011] Furthermore, each card block is configured to correspond to the interior of a placement slot, and the hole slot of each card block is configured to correspond to a button lever.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:
[0013] 1. This utility model, through its supporting ring, upper half-ring, second sleeve, inner rod, threaded rod, and first connecting block, can solve the problems of connection interruption in pipeline systems and easy breakage at weak points in the pipeline, such as joints and bends. The combination of the upper and lower half-rings at the top of the supporting ring forms one of the earthquake-resistant buffer components. The upper and lower half-rings work together through the internally fixed second sleeve and the first spring installed therein. When encountering an earthquake impact, vibration waves from all directions are transmitted to the pipeline, causing the pipeline to displace. At this time, the first spring between the upper and lower half-rings immediately comes into play. With its excellent elastic deformation characteristics, it quickly absorbs and buffers the vibration energy transmitted from the pipeline, thereby effectively reducing the stress on the pipeline, reducing the risk of pipeline damage due to earthquakes, ensuring the tightness of pipeline connections, and preventing media leakage.
[0014] 2. By incorporating a locking mechanism, button lever, placement slot, second elastic element, and baffle, the system effectively addresses the issue of prolonged maintenance time and disruption to the normal operation of the pipeline system. The four first elastic elements connected to the rear wall of the button lever are compressed, acting like small energy storage units, converting the pressure applied by the operator into elastic potential energy. Simultaneously, the baffle connected by two second elastic elements within the placement slot moves with the button lever. Due to the elastic properties of the second elastic elements, the baffle moves downwards, effectively reducing the tools and operational steps required during disassembly, lowering labor intensity, saving time, improving maintenance efficiency, and ensuring the stable operation of the pipeline system.
[0015] The parts of the device not covered herein are the same as or can be implemented using existing technologies. Attached Figure Description
[0016] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace proposed in this utility model;
[0017] Figure 2 This utility model provides a structural diagram of the support ring of a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace.
[0018] Figure 3 This is a diagram of the first spring structure of a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace proposed in this utility model;
[0019] Figure 4 This is a structural diagram of the connecting ring of a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace proposed in this utility model;
[0020] Figure 5 This is a structural diagram of the lower half-ring of a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace proposed in this utility model;
[0021] Figure 6 This is a structural diagram of the first connecting block of a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace proposed in this utility model;
[0022] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the support plate of a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace proposed in this utility model;
[0023] Figure 8 This is a structural diagram of the second connecting block of a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace proposed in this utility model;
[0024] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view of the internal structure of the second connecting block of a single-tube bidirectional seismic brace proposed in this utility model.
[0025] Legend:
[0026] 1. Pipe; 2. Support ring; 3. Upper half ring; 4. Lower half ring; 5. First sleeve; 6. Second sleeve; 7. First spring; 8. First hinge frame; 9. Outer cylinder; 10. Inner rod; 11. Connecting ring; 12. Second spring; 13. Connecting plate; 14. Threaded rod; 15. First connecting block; 16. Second hinge frame; 17. Support plate; 18. Locking block; 19. Second connecting block; 20. Button rod; 21. Placement slot; 22. First elastic element; 23. Second elastic element; 24. Baffle. Detailed Implementation
[0027] To make the technical means, creative features, objectives and effects of this utility model easier to understand, the present utility model will be further described below in conjunction with specific embodiments.
[0028] like Figure 1 - Figure 6 As shown: A single-tube bidirectional seismic brace includes a pipe 1. Support rings 2 are provided on the outer sides of both the front and rear ends of the pipe 1, providing initial support for both ends. A first sleeve 5 is fixedly connected to the outer side of each support ring 2. An upper half-ring 3 is provided at the top of each support ring 2, and a lower half-ring 4 is provided at the bottom of each upper half-ring 3. A second sleeve 6 is fixedly connected inside each upper half-ring 3 and lower half-ring 4. A first spring 7 is installed inside each second sleeve 6 and lower half-ring 4. The first sleeve 5 on the outer side of the support ring 2 and the second sleeve 6 inside the upper half-ring 3 and lower half-ring 4 provide support and fixation for the first spring 7 on both the upper and lower sides. The first spring 7, with its excellent elastic deformation characteristics, quickly absorbs and buffers the vibration energy transmitted from the pipe. The first spring 7 can adaptively expand and contract, effectively suppressing violent shaking of the pipe and minimizing potential damage to the pipe due to instantaneous impact.
[0029] The top of each of the two upper rings 3 is fixedly connected to a first hinge frame 8. The top of each pipe 1 is provided with an outer cylinder 9. The bottom of each of the two outer cylinders 9 is slidably connected to an inner rod 10. The outer middle of the two outer cylinders 9 and the outer middle of the inner rod 10 are fixedly connected to a connecting ring 11. The inner of each pair of connecting rings 11 is fixedly connected to a second spring 12. The inner rod 10 inside the bottom of the outer cylinder 9 can slide up and down flexibly. The connecting ring 11 on the outer middle of the two outer cylinders and the second spring 12 fixed therein form another buffer line. When an earthquake occurs, the upward or downward jumping and vibration of the pipe will cause the inner rod 10 to slide inside the outer cylinder 9. At the same time, the second spring 12 will be stretched or compressed, converting this part of the vibration energy into the elastic potential energy of the spring and storing it. Then it will be slowly released to prevent the vibration energy from directly acting on the pipeline system and further ensure the stability of the pipeline.
[0030] Two inner rods 10 are fixedly connected to their bottom ends with connecting plates 13. Threaded rods 14 are fixedly connected to the bottom walls of both connecting plates 13. A first connecting block 15 is rotatably connected inside each first hinge frame 8. The outer sides of the two threaded rods 14 are threadedly connected to the inside of the two first connecting blocks 15. The connecting plates 13 at the bottom of the inner rods 10 connect and fix the threaded rods 14 on the bottom walls, and the threaded rods 14 connect to the first connecting blocks 15 inside the first hinge frame 8 on the top wall of the upper half-ring 3. The first hinge frame 8, threaded rods 14, and first connecting blocks... The connection at 15 ensures the stability of the connection. On the other hand, when the pipe is displaced under stress, the relative positional relationship between the components is cleverly adjusted through the relative rotation of the threads to achieve adaptive force balance. The top of each of the two outer cylinders 9 is rotatably connected to a second hinge frame 16, which connects to the top wall and ceiling to support the bottom device and fix the top. In conjunction with the lower spring and sliding components, it comprehensively copes with the ravages of earthquake forces, ensuring that the pipe remains stable under bidirectional stress.
[0031] like Figure 1 - Figure 9 As shown, each upper half ring 3 has a support plate 17 fixedly connected to its bottom left and right sides, and a locking block 18 fixedly connected to the bottom of each support plate 17. The support plates 17 fix the locking block 18 to the bottom left and right sides of the upper half ring 3 to connect with the top device of the lower half ring 4. Each lower half ring 4 has a second connecting block 19 fixedly connected to its top left and right sides, and a button rod 20 slidably connected to the front and rear sides of each second connecting block 19. The front and rear sides of the upper sidewall of each second connecting block 19 have placement slots 21. The button rods 20 on the front and rear sides of the second connecting block 19 drive the internal device to operate, and when the locking block 18 is inserted into the placement slot 21, the locking block 18 is fixed in the placement slot 21, connecting the upper half ring 3 and the lower half ring 4 to prevent it from falling and to achieve the effect of quick installation and disassembly.
[0032] like Figure 1 - Figure 9As shown, four first elastic elements 22 are fixedly connected to the rear sidewall of every two button levers 20. The other end of each set of four first elastic elements 22 is fixedly connected to the inside of a second connecting block 19. Two second elastic elements 23 are fixedly connected to the inside of each placement slot 21. A baffle 24 is fixedly connected to the top of every two second elastic elements 23. Each locking block 18 is correspondingly set to the inside of a placement slot 21, and the hole slot of each locking block 18 is correspondingly set to a button lever 20. By pressing the button levers 20 located on the front and rear sides of the second connecting block 19, the button levers 20 are forced to slide into the second connecting block 19. During this process, the four first elastic elements 22 connected to the rear wall of the button lever 20 are compressed, acting like a small energy storage unit, converting the pressing force applied by the operator into elastic potential energy for storage. At the same time, the baffle 24 connected by two second elastic elements 23 in the placement slot 21 will also move with the displacement of the button lever 20. Due to the elasticity of the second elastic element 23, the baffle 24 moves downward, pressing the upper half ring 3 downward. The locking block 18 of the bottom support plate 17 of the upper half ring 3 can then be accurately aligned with the placement slot 21 at the top of the lower half ring 4, allowing the locking block 18 to slide smoothly into the placement slot 21. Immediately afterwards, the previously compressed first elastic element 22 instantly releases its elastic potential energy, pushing the button lever 20 outward and fitting into the slot of the locking block 18, achieving a tight and stable connection between the upper half ring 3 and the lower half ring 4, ensuring that the upper half ring 3 and the lower half ring 4 will not easily separate in subsequent use.
[0033] It should be noted that this utility model is a single-tube bidirectional seismic support. First, the support rings 2 on the outer sides of the front and rear ends of the pipe 1 provide initial positioning and basic support, closely fitting the pipe and evenly distributing part of the gravity and external force on the pipe, laying the foundation for subsequent seismic buffering action. The first sleeve 5 fixed to the outer side of the support ring 2 enhances the structural strength of the support ring on the one hand, and provides a stable connection point for other components that cooperate with it on the other hand.
[0034] The upper half ring 3 and the lower half ring 4 at the top of the support ring 2 are combined to form one of the anti-seismic buffer parts. The upper half ring 3 and the lower half ring 4 work together through the internally fixed second sleeve 6 and the first spring 7 installed therein. When an earthquake impact occurs, the vibration waves from all directions are transmitted to the pipeline, causing the pipeline to have a displacement tendency. At this time, the first spring 7 between the upper half ring 3 and the lower half ring 4 immediately plays its role. With its excellent elastic deformation characteristics, it quickly absorbs and buffers the vibration energy transmitted from the pipeline.
[0035] In addition, the inner rod 10 inside the bottom of the outer cylinder 9 can slide up and down flexibly. The connecting ring 11 on the outer side of the middle of the two and the second spring 12 fixed therein form another buffer line. When an earthquake occurs, the upward or downward jumping and vibration of the pipeline will cause the inner rod 10 to slide inside the outer cylinder 9. At the same time, the second spring 12 will be stretched or compressed, converting this part of the vibration energy into the elastic potential energy of the spring and storing it. Then it will be slowly released to prevent the vibration energy from directly acting on the pipeline system and further ensure the stability of the pipeline.
[0036] The first hinge frame 8, fixed at the top of the two upper rings 3, provides rotational freedom, allowing the first connecting block 15 connected to it to flexibly adapt to multi-angle forces from the pipe. The threaded rod 14 passes through the first connecting block 15 and is threadedly connected to it, ensuring the stability of the connection. On the other hand, when the pipe is displaced under force, the relative positional relationship between the components is cleverly adjusted through the relative rotation of the threads, achieving adaptive force balance. The second hinge frame 16, rotatably connected to the top of the outer cylinder 9, connects to the ceiling, ensuring that the entire device is fixed to the bottom of the ceiling and supporting the pipe.
[0037] When installing the upper half ring 3 and the lower half ring 4, firstly, press the button rods 20 located on both sides of the second connecting block 19. The button rods 20 slide inward into the second connecting block 19 under pressure. During this process, the four first elastic elements 22 connected to the rear wall of the button rod 20 are compressed, acting like small energy storage units, converting the pressing force applied by the operator into elastic potential energy for storage. At the same time, the baffle 24 connected by two second elastic elements 23 in the placement slot 21 also moves with the displacement of the button rod 20. Due to the elastic properties of the second elastic elements 23, the baffle 24 moves downward, making room for the insertion of subsequent components.
[0038] Pressing the upper half ring 3 downwards causes the locking block 18 of the bottom support plate 17 of the upper half ring 3 to precisely align with the placement slot 21 at the top of the lower half ring 4, allowing the locking block 18 to slide smoothly into the placement slot 21. Immediately afterward, the previously compressed first elastic element 22 releases its elastic potential energy, pushing the button rod 20 outwards, which then fits into the slot of the locking block 18, achieving a tight and stable connection between the upper half ring 3 and the lower half ring 4, ensuring that the upper half ring 3 and the lower half ring 4 will not easily separate during subsequent use.
[0039] During disassembly, press the button lever 20 again to slide it out of the slot of the locking block 18, and pull the upper half ring 3 upward to drive the locking block 18 out of the inside of the placement slot 21. At the same time, the second elastic element 23 inside the placement slot 21 will drive the baffle 24 to rebound, thereby sealing the inlet and outlet of the placement slot 21 to prevent external impurities and particles from entering the interior.
[0040] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Various changes and modifications can be made to this utility model without departing from its spirit and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the claims. The scope of protection of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A single-tube bidirectional seismic brace, comprising a pipe (1), characterized in that: Support rings (2) are provided on the outer sides of both ends of the pipe (1). A first sleeve (5) is fixedly connected to the outer side of each of the two support rings (2). An upper half ring (3) is provided on the top of each of the two support rings (2). A lower half ring (4) is provided at the bottom of each of the two upper half rings (3). A second sleeve (6) is fixedly connected inside each of the upper half rings (3) and the lower half ring (4). A first spring (7) is provided inside each of the second sleeves (6) and the lower half ring (4). A first hinge frame (8) is fixedly connected to the top of each of the two upper half rings (3). An outer cylinder (9) is provided on the top of the pipe (1). An inner rod (10) is slidably connected inside the bottom end of each of the two outer cylinders (9). A connecting ring (11) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the middle part of each of the two outer cylinders (9) and the outer side of the middle part of the inner rod (10). A second spring (12) is fixedly connected inside each of the two connecting rings (11).
2. The single-tube bidirectional seismic bracing according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom ends of the two inner rods (10) are fixedly connected to connecting plates (13), and the bottom walls of the two connecting plates (13) are fixedly connected to threaded rods (14). The interior of each first hinge frame (8) is rotatably connected to a first connecting block (15). The outer sides of the two threaded rods (14) are threadedly connected to the interior of the two first connecting blocks (15). The top ends of the two outer cylinders (9) are rotatably connected to second hinge frames (16).
3. The single-tube bidirectional seismic bracing according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the upper half rings (3) has a support plate (17) fixedly connected to the bottom left and right sides, and each of the support plates (17) has a locking block (18) fixedly connected to the bottom wall.
4. The single-tube bidirectional seismic bracing according to claim 1, characterized in that: Each of the lower half rings (4) has a second connecting block (19) fixedly connected to the top left and right sides. Each of the second connecting blocks (19) has a button rod (20) slidably connected to the front and back sides. Each of the second connecting blocks (19) has a placement groove (21) on the front and back sides of the upper sidewall.
5. A single-tube bidirectional seismic brace according to claim 4, characterized in that: Four first elastic elements (22) are fixedly connected to the rear sidewall of each pair of button levers (20), and the other end of each pair of first elastic elements (22) is fixedly connected to the inside of a second connecting block (19).
6. A single-tube bidirectional seismic brace according to claim 4, characterized in that: Each of the placement slots (21) has two second elastic elements (23) fixedly connected inside, and a baffle (24) is fixedly connected to the top of each pair of second elastic elements (23).
7. A single-tube bidirectional seismic brace according to claim 3, characterized in that: Each card block (18) is configured with a corresponding slot (21) inside, and the hole slot of each card block (18) is configured with a corresponding button bar (20).