A traveling suction excavator with anti-derailing function

By integrating a dual-sensor real-time monitoring, follow-up cleaning, and protection system into the traveling sludge suction machine, the difficulties in monitoring and cleaning the track status and protecting components have been solved, thus achieving stable operation of the equipment and ensuring water quality.

CN224524052UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-21HUNAN LIUYANG ECONOMIC DEV ZONE WATER CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HUNAN LIUYANG ECONOMIC DEV ZONE WATER CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-08-26
Publication Date
2026-07-21

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Abstract

The utility model provides a kind of travelling crane type suction dredger with anti-derailing function, it is related to sewage treatment equipment technical field, including: travelling crane main body: it is set across sedimentation tank;Two parallelly laid tracks: it is set in the two sides of sedimentation tank;Traveling mechanism: including the driving wheel and driven wheel installed in the bottom of travelling crane main body two sides, driving wheel and driven wheel are contacted with track cooperation;Dual sensor real-time monitoring system: it includes two distance measuring sensors, this travelling crane type suction dredger with anti-derailing function, through the integrated design of monitoring, cleaning, protection, the operation reliability of travelling crane type suction dredger is greatly improved, the continuous operation of sedimentation tank and effluent water quality stability are guaranteed, it has protection function, can prolong component life, reduce failure, it can clean track surface sundries with travelling crane operation synchronization, reduce operating resistance and jam risk, reduce energy consumption, without manual shutdown cleaning, it can effectively avoid derailing accident.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of sewage treatment equipment technology, and in particular to a traveling sludge suction machine with anti-derailment function. Background Technology

[0002] In water treatment processes, sedimentation tanks (such as large horizontal flow sedimentation tanks, inclined tube sedimentation tanks, and high-density sedimentation tanks) are key facilities for achieving solid-liquid separation. The traveling sludge suction machine, as the core equipment for removing sludge from the bottom of the sedimentation tank, directly affects the effluent quality, effective volume, and process efficiency of the sedimentation tank. This equipment typically spans both sides of the tank, reciprocating along a track to drive the suction pipe or scraper to collect and discharge the settled sludge from the bottom of the tank.

[0003] However, existing traveling suction sludge machines face numerous problems affecting their safe and stable operation during long-term operation: I. Lack of Track Condition Monitoring: Due to long-term operation, foundation settlement, installation errors, or thermal expansion and contraction, the track is prone to height deviation or insufficient parallelism. Existing equipment lacks real-time and accurate monitoring methods, relying on manual visual observation or periodic level checks, making it difficult to detect minor track irregularities and creating potential derailment hazards.

[0004] II. Difficulty in Cleaning Track Debris: The high humidity in the sedimentation tank environment easily leads to the accumulation of dust, scale, algae, leaves, flocculent matter, and bottom mud on the tracks. This debris increases the running resistance of the crane wheels, resulting in increased motor load, higher energy consumption, and even causing the wheel flanges to "climb" or shift laterally off the track, ultimately leading to derailment. Traditional manual cleaning methods are inefficient, consume production time, and cannot solve the problem in real time.

[0005] 3. Key components are susceptible to damage from moisture: The sedimentation tank area is damp. During equipment cleaning and rainy or foggy weather, water and sewage can easily splash or seep into the walking motor, reducer, bearings and exposed electrical components (such as limit switches, sensors and control boxes), causing motor short circuits, bearing corrosion and jamming, sensor failures and electrical short circuits, which are the main causes of equipment failure.

[0006] IV. The consequences of derailment accidents are serious: Derailment will lead to shutdown, affect the water treatment process, and the accident handling time is long, difficult (often requiring crane intervention), and costly. It also poses safety risks and seriously threatens the stable operation of the water plant and the protection of water quality.

[0007] V. Limitations of existing solutions: Currently, solutions mainly rely on periodic inspections, manual cleaning, enhanced sealing, and post-incident repairs, lacking automated and real-time preventative solutions, and are particularly weak in automatic track cleaning and protection of critical components. Utility Model Content

[0008] The technical problem this utility model aims to solve is to overcome existing defects and provide a traveling sludge suction machine with anti-derailment function. Through the integrated design of monitoring, cleaning, and protection, the operational reliability of the traveling sludge suction machine is greatly improved, ensuring the continuous operation of the sedimentation tank and the stability of the effluent water quality. It has protective functions, which can extend the service life of components and reduce failures. It can clean debris on the track surface synchronously with the traveling sludge suction machine, reducing running resistance and jamming risk, reducing energy consumption, and eliminating the need for manual shutdown for cleaning. It can effectively prevent derailment accidents and effectively solve the problems in the background technology.

[0009] To achieve the aforementioned objective, this utility model adopts the following technical solution: A traveling-type sludge suction machine with anti-derailment function includes: The main body of the crane: It is set across the sedimentation tank; Two parallel tracks are laid on both sides of the sedimentation tank; Walking mechanism: includes drive wheels and driven wheels installed on both sides of the bottom of the traveling body, and both drive wheels and driven wheels are in contact with the track; Dual-sensor real-time monitoring system: It includes two ranging sensors, which are set to correspond to the left and right sides of the vehicle body; Follow-up cleaning device: It includes two sets of cleaning brushes, which are respectively set on the drive wheel and the driven wheel and fixed on the bracket of the traveling body. The cleaning brushes are set to contact the track surface. The protective system includes a protective cover and a waterproof and breathable valve. The protective cover covers and encloses the drive motor, gearbox, and distance sensor, and has a maintenance door on its surface. The waterproof and breathable valve is installed on the top or side of the protective cover. The output shaft of the drive motor is connected to the input shaft of the gearbox, and the output shaft of the gearbox is connected to the axle of the drive wheel. Audible and visual alarm: It is installed on the side of the vehicle body; It also includes a control box, which is installed on the top of the vehicle body. The ranging sensor and the audible and visual alarm are both electrically connected to the control box, which is electrically connected to an external power source.

[0010] Furthermore, the ranging sensor is either a laser ranging sensor or an ultrasonic ranging sensor, and its detection end contacts the external environment through a reserved transparent window or a sealed probe structure in the protective cover, while the main body is sealed and wrapped by the protective cover.

[0011] Furthermore, the protective cover is made of waterproof and corrosion-resistant material, and the mating surfaces with the drive motor, gearbox and ranging sensor are equipped with sealing gaskets, and the cable inlet is equipped with a waterproof connector.

[0012] Furthermore, the maintenance door is a hinged or detachable panel, and a sealing strip is provided at the junction with the protective cover.

[0013] Furthermore, the top of the protective cover has a sloping structure.

[0014] Furthermore, the cleaning brush is made of nylon bristles or stainless steel wire.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This traveling-type sludge suction machine with anti-derailment function has the following advantages: 1. The dual-sensor real-time monitoring system uses symmetrically arranged distance sensors to capture changes in track smoothness in real time. After the data is analyzed by the control box, it can promptly issue warnings through audible and visual alarms to prevent derailment accidents.

[0016] 2. The cleaning brush of the follow-up cleaning device cleans the track surface debris synchronously with the operation of the train, reducing running resistance and jamming risk, reducing energy consumption, and eliminating the need for manual shutdown for cleaning.

[0017] 3. The protective cover is made of waterproof and corrosion-resistant materials and has a sealed structure. Combined with a waterproof and breathable valve and a sloping top, it effectively isolates the drive motor, gearbox and distance sensor from the humid environment, extends the life of the components and reduces failures.

[0018] 4. Through the integrated design of monitoring, cleaning and protection, the operational reliability of the traveling sludge suction machine is greatly improved, ensuring the continuous operation of the sedimentation tank and the stability of the effluent water quality. Attached Figure Description

[0019] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional side view of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional cross-sectional structural diagram of the present invention; Figure 4 This utility model Figure 3 A magnified structural diagram at point A.

[0020] In the diagram: 1-Tractor body, 2-Control box, 3-Audio and visual alarm, 4-Cleaning brush, 5-Driven wheel, 6-Maintenance door, 7-Distance sensor, 8-Drive wheel, 9-Protective cover, 10-Railway, 11-Waterproof and breathable valve, 12-Drive motor, 13-Gearbox. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The present invention will be explained in detail through the following embodiments. The purpose of disclosing the present invention is to protect all technical improvements within the scope of the present invention.

[0022] Please see Figure 1-4This embodiment provides a technical solution: a traveling-type sludge suction machine with anti-derailment function, comprising: The main body of the crane 1: It is set across the sedimentation tank and serves as the installation carrier for the entire equipment. It is used to carry the sludge suction device, drive system and other auxiliary components. Its overall shape spans the sedimentation tank. Two parallel tracks 10 are set on both sides of the sedimentation tank and serve as the running path of the main body of the trolley 1, ensuring that the trolley moves back and forth in the predetermined direction. The traveling mechanism includes drive wheels 8 and driven wheels 5 installed on both sides of the bottom of the traveling body 1. Both drive wheels 8 and driven wheels 5 are in contact with the track 10. Drive wheels 8 are active force-bearing components used to drive the traveling body 1 to move along the track 10. Driven wheels 5 provide auxiliary support and guidance to ensure smooth travel. Dual-sensor real-time monitoring system: It includes two ranging sensors 7, which are set on the left and right sides of the vehicle body 1, and their detection direction is facing the fixed reference point (such as the pool wall, the fixed bracket next to the track, or a special reference plate) next to the track 10, for real-time measurement of the distance between the sensor and the reference point. Follow-up cleaning device: It includes two sets of cleaning brushes 4, which are respectively set on the drive wheel 8 and the driven wheel 5 and fixed on the bracket of the traveling body 1. The cleaning brushes 4 are in contact with the surface of the track 10 and clean the track 10 synchronously with the operation of the traveling body 1. The cleaning brushes 4 of the follow-up cleaning device clean the debris on the surface of the track 10 synchronously with the operation of the traveling body, reducing running resistance and jamming risk, reducing energy consumption, and eliminating the need for manual shutdown for cleaning; The protective system includes a protective cover 9 and a waterproof and breathable valve 11. The protective cover 9 covers and encloses the drive motor 12, the gearbox 13, and the distance sensor 7. It has a maintenance door 6 on its surface. The waterproof and breathable valve 11 is installed on the top or side of the protective cover 9. The output shaft of the drive motor 12 is connected to the input shaft of the gearbox 13. The output shaft of the gearbox 13 is connected to the axle of the drive wheel 8. The drive motor 12 drives the drive wheel 8 through the gearbox 13, thereby driving the trolley body 1 to run along the track 10. The waterproof and breathable valve 11 is used to balance the air pressure inside and outside the protective cover 9, prevent condensation inside, extend the service life of components, and reduce failures. Audible and visual alarm 3: It is installed on the side of the vehicle body 1; It also includes a control box 2, which is installed on the top of the vehicle body 1. The distance sensor 7 and the audible and visual alarm 3 are electrically connected to the control box 2. The control box 2 is electrically connected to an external power supply. The control box 2 integrates a controller (such as a PLC), a signal processing module, etc. The distance sensor 7 is electrically connected to the control box 2 through a cable to transmit the real-time distance signal to the control box 2 for analysis and processing.

[0023] The integrated design of monitoring, cleaning, and protection significantly improves the operational reliability of the traveling sludge suction machine, ensuring the continuous operation of the sedimentation tank and the stability of the effluent quality.

[0024] The ranging sensor 7 is either a laser ranging sensor or an ultrasonic ranging sensor. Its detection end is in contact with the external environment through a reserved transparent window or a sealed probe structure in the protective cover 9. The main body is sealed and wrapped by the protective cover 9. The dual-sensor real-time monitoring system captures the smoothness changes of the track 10 in real time through the symmetrically arranged ranging sensors 7. After the data is analyzed by the control box 2, it can promptly issue a warning through the audible and visual alarm 3 to avoid derailment accidents.

[0025] The protective cover 9 is made of waterproof and corrosion-resistant material. It has a sealing gasket on the mating surface with the drive motor 12, the gearbox 13 and the distance sensor 7, and a waterproof connector at the cable inlet.

[0026] The maintenance door 6 is a hinged or detachable panel, and a sealing strip is provided at the joint with the protective cover 9 to facilitate the inspection and maintenance of internal components.

[0027] The top of the protective cover 9 has a sloping structure. The protective cover 9 is made of waterproof and corrosion-resistant materials and has a sealing structure. Together with the waterproof and breathable valve 11 and the sloping top, it effectively isolates the humid environment from the corrosion of the drive motor 12, the gearbox 13 and the distance sensor 7, extends the life of the components and reduces failures.

[0028] The cleaning brush 4 is made of nylon bristles or stainless steel wire, which is sturdy, wear-resistant, and easy to use.

[0029] The working principle of the trolley-type mud suction machine with anti-derailment function provided by this utility model is as follows: When running, the trolley body 1 moves along the track 10 under the drive of the drive wheel 8, and the cleaning brush 4 cleans the surface of the track 10 in sync; the distance sensor 7 transmits distance data to the control box 2 in real time; the protective cover 9 protects the internal components from moisture corrosion, and maintenance can be carried out quickly through the maintenance door 6.

[0030] It is worth noting that the components disclosed in the above embodiments are all general standard parts or parts known to those skilled in the art. Their structures and principles can be learned by those skilled in the art through technical manuals or conventional experimental methods. The waterproof and breathable valve 11, the distance sensor 7, the audible and visual alarm 3, and the control box 2 are all products currently on the market. Their structures and principles are known technologies. This solution only describes their role in this solution and the technical effects to be produced. The protective cover 9 is made of 304 stainless steel, the sealing gasket is made of nitrile rubber, the waterproof and breathable valve 11 is an IP67 grade product, and the top slope angle is 15°.

[0031] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "joining," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. For those skilled in the art, the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model can be understood according to the specific circumstances. For example, a rotary connection can refer to a rotary connection through a bearing.

[0032] The parts of this utility model not described in detail are prior art. Although this utility model has been specifically shown and introduced in conjunction with preferred embodiments, there are many methods and approaches to implement this technical solution. The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this utility model. However, those skilled in the art should understand that various changes in form and detail can be made to this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model as defined by the appended claims, and all such changes shall be within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A traveling-type sludge suction machine with anti-derailment function, characterized in that: include: The main body of the crane (1): It is set across the sedimentation tank; Two parallel tracks (10): set on both sides of the sedimentation tank; The traveling mechanism includes a drive wheel (8) and a driven wheel (5) installed on both sides of the bottom of the traveling body (1). Both the drive wheel (8) and the driven wheel (5) are in contact with the track (10). Dual-sensor real-time monitoring system: It includes two ranging sensors (7), which are set to the left and right sides of the vehicle body (1); Follow-up cleaning device: It includes two sets of cleaning brushes (4), the two sets of cleaning brushes (4) are respectively set on the support of the driving wheel (8) and the driven wheel (5) and fixed on the carriage body (1), and the cleaning brushes (4) are in contact with the surface of the track (10); The protective system includes a protective cover (9) and a waterproof and breathable valve (11). The protective cover (9) covers and encloses the drive motor (12), the gearbox (13) and the distance sensor (7). A maintenance door (6) is provided on its surface. The waterproof and breathable valve (11) is installed on the top or side of the protective cover (9). The output shaft of the drive motor (12) is connected to the input shaft of the gearbox (13). The output shaft of the gearbox (13) is connected to the axle of the drive wheel (8). Audible and visual alarm (3): It is installed on the side of the vehicle body (1); The system also includes a control box (2), which is installed on the top of the vehicle body (1). The distance sensor (7) and the audible and visual alarm (3) are electrically connected to the control box (2), and the control box (2) is electrically connected to an external power source.

2. The traveling suction machine with anti-derailment function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The ranging sensor (7) is either a laser ranging sensor or an ultrasonic ranging sensor. Its detection end contacts the external environment through a reserved transparent window or a sealed probe structure in the protective cover (9), and the main body is sealed and wrapped by the protective cover (9).

3. A traveling-type sludge suction machine with anti-derailment function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The protective cover (9) is made of waterproof and corrosion-resistant material. It has a sealing gasket on the joint surface with the drive motor (12), the gearbox (13) and the distance sensor (7). A waterproof connector is provided at the cable inlet.

4. A traveling-type sludge suction machine with anti-derailment function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The maintenance door (6) is a hinged or detachable panel, and a sealing strip is provided at the junction with the protective cover (9).

5. A traveling-type sludge suction machine with anti-derailment function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the protective cover (9) has a sloping structure.

6. A traveling-type sludge suction machine with anti-derailment function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cleaning brush (4) is made of nylon bristles or stainless steel wire.