Adjustable support frame for total station

The adjustable support frame of the total station solves the problems of large measurement errors and low efficiency in downhole engineering surveying, enabling a fast and accurate measurement process and improving the efficiency and safety of downhole surveying.

CN224551223UActive Publication Date: 2026-07-24ANHUI DAZHONG NEW ENERGY INVESTMENT CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ANHUI DAZHONG NEW ENERGY INVESTMENT CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-09-26
Publication Date
2026-07-24

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Technical Problem

In underground engineering surveying, total station measurements suffer from problems such as large human error, low efficiency, and slow alignment, especially in narrow, dimly lit underground environments, making it difficult to quickly and accurately measure the total station's elevation and align it with the roof control points.

Method used

An adjustable support frame for a total station was designed, including a support rotation mechanism, a rotation angle control mechanism, a universal mechanism, and a clamping mechanism. These mechanisms enable rapid adjustment and precise positioning of the total station, avoiding errors introduced by manual climbing and operation.

Benefits of technology

It enables rapid and accurate measurement with total station, reduces human error, improves measurement efficiency and safety, and meets the requirements for high-precision measurement.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses an adjustable support frame of total station, including total station, the downside of total station is installed with support, the surface of support is provided with support rotating mechanism, and support rotating mechanism includes the clamp of fixed cover setting in the surface of support, the right side fixedly connected with extension arm of clamp, the upper side fixedly connected with the base of extension arm, the inner wall of base is swingly connected with the rotating lever through bearing, and the upper side of base is provided with rotating angle control mechanism. Rotating angle control mechanism includes the gear ring of fixed connection in the surface of rotating lever, and the right side of gear ring is engaged with gear. The utility model discloses when using, under the effect of support rotating mechanism, rotating angle control mechanism, universal mechanism and clamping mechanism, can fast measurement total station on height, avoided the error big and the problem of low safety of manual climbing and manual operation caused in traditional measurement process, made it have the advantage of convenient measurement.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of total station measurement technology, specifically an adjustable support frame for a total station. Background Technology

[0002] In the field of downhole engineering surveying, total station surveying is a key technical means to obtain accurate spatial data. During the surveying operation, the high accuracy of the instrument's measurements plays a decisive role in the precision of the measurement results.

[0003] For example, Chinese Patent Application No. 201620283359.9 discloses a total station, which includes a total station body and a tripod. A sliding extension arm and a connecting screw for connecting the total station body are provided on the base of the tripod. The connecting screw includes a rotating part and a connecting part that is circumferentially limited on the rotating part and can extend and retract axially. An elastic element is provided between the connecting part and the rotating part so that the top of the connecting part protrudes from the base. It has the advantages of being very simple and quick to align and install the total station body and the tripod.

[0004] In traditional underground surveying operations, it is necessary to measure the total station's elevation while simultaneously operating the instrument. However, due to the complex underground environment (such as confined spaces, dim lighting, and varied tunnel undulations), measuring the total station's elevation requires manually measuring the distance from the instrument's center to the tunnel roof control point using a steel tape measure. In superelevated and inclined tunnels, the tape measure is prone to bending and reading angle deviations, introducing errors. Furthermore, surveyors typically need to use ladders, extension poles, and other auxiliary tools, which not only requires multiple people, is cumbersome and inefficient, but also poses a risk of falls. Additionally, when measuring tunnel roof control points with a traditional total station, the limitations of the instrument's structure and installation make it difficult for surveyors to quickly and accurately align the total station's infrared aiming point with the roof control point. This further increases the difficulty and error risk of the measurement, severely hindering the efficient implementation of underground surveying work.

[0005] Therefore, it is necessary to redesign and modify the adjustable support frame of the total station to effectively prevent large human errors, low efficiency, and slow alignment. Utility Model Content

[0006] To address the problems mentioned in the background art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an adjustable support frame for a total station, which has the advantages of ease of use and solves the problems of large human error, low efficiency and slow alignment.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: an adjustable support frame for a total station, including a total station, a bracket installed on the lower side of the total station, a support rotation mechanism provided on the surface of the bracket, the support rotation mechanism including a clamp fixedly sleeved on the surface of the bracket, an extension arm fixedly connected to the right side of the clamp, a base fixedly connected to the upper side of the extension arm, a rotating rod movably connected to the inner wall of the base through a bearing, and a rotation angle control mechanism provided on the upper side of the base.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the rotation angle control mechanism includes a gear ring fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod. A gear meshes with the right side of the gear ring, a worm gear is fixedly connected to the upper side of the gear, and a worm is meshed with the rear side of the worm gear. A fixed rod is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the gear and the worm gear. A fixed box is movably connected to the upper end of the fixed rod through a bearing. The lower side of the fixed box is fixedly connected to the upper side of the base. The worm is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixed box through a bearing. Thus, manually rotating the worm can drive the rotating rod to rotate, and it has self-locking properties, thereby precisely adjusting the rotation angle. A universal mechanism is provided on the upper side of the rotating rod.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the universal mechanism includes a base fixedly connected to the upper end of the rotating rod, a universal ball slidably connected to the inner wall of the base, a tension adjustment knob installed on the front side of the base, and a clamping mechanism provided on the upper side of the universal ball.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, the clamping mechanism includes a fixed frame fixedly connected to the upper side of the universal ball joint. Two sliding rods are slidably connected inside the fixed frame. Fixed clamps are fixedly connected to the ends of the sliding rods that are close to each other. The fixed clamps together hold a miniature rangefinder inside the fixed frame. Linkage plates are fixedly connected to the ends of the sliding rods that are far from each other. A tension spring is fixedly connected to the inner side of the linkage plate. The other end of the tension spring is fixedly connected to the surface of the fixed frame. A laser sight is fixedly connected to the upper side of the fixed frame. The laser sight is used to assist the miniature rangefinder in measuring distance.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a toggle plate is fixedly connected to the rear side of the linkage plate. The toggle plate is used to press and move against each other, thereby controlling the release of the fixing clamp from the micro rangefinder.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of this invention, an angle adjustment knob is fixedly connected to the right end of the worm gear, which allows the operator to rotate the worm gear with their fingers.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a stabilizing cylinder is fixedly connected to the upper side of the fixing box, and the inner wall of the stabilizing cylinder is slidably connected to the surface of the rotating rod. The stabilizing cylinder provides radial support to the rotating rod, thereby increasing the stability of the rotating rod's rotation.

[0014] As a preferred embodiment of this utility model, a spacer is fixedly connected to the inner side of the fixing clip. The spacer is made of rubber and has elasticity and anti-slip properties.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] 1. When this utility model is used, under the action of the supporting rotation mechanism, rotation angle control mechanism, universal mechanism and clamping mechanism, it can quickly measure the height of the total station, avoiding the problems of large errors and low safety caused by manual climbing and manual operation in the traditional measurement process, and giving it the advantage of being easy to measure.

[0017] 2. By setting up a rotation angle control mechanism, this utility model can keep the rotating rod stably at the adjusted angle, avoid angle deviation caused by external force, achieve precise angle adjustment, and meet the requirements of high-precision measurement. Attached Figure Description

[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the supporting rotation mechanism of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the rotation angle control mechanism of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the universal joint mechanism and clamping mechanism of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a partial part of the present invention.

[0023] In the diagram: 1. Total station; 2. Support; 3. Clamp; 4. Extension arm; 5. Base; 6. Rotating rod; 7. Gear ring; 8. Gear; 9. Worm gear; 10. Worm; 11. Fixing rod; 12. Fixing box; 13. Base; 14. Universal ball; 15. Tension adjustment knob; 16. Fixing frame; 17. Sliding rod; 18. Fixing clamp; 19. Miniature rangefinder; 20. Linkage plate; 21. Tension spring; 22. Laser sight; 23. Actuating plate; 24. Angle adjustment knob; 25. Stabilizing cylinder; 26. Spacing pad. Detailed Implementation

[0024] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0025] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the present invention provides an adjustable support frame for a total station, including a total station 1, a bracket 2 installed on the lower side of the total station 1, a support rotation mechanism provided on the surface of the bracket 2, the support rotation mechanism including a clamp 3 fixedly sleeved on the surface of the bracket 2, an extension arm 4 fixedly connected to the right side of the clamp 3, a base 5 fixedly connected to the upper side of the extension arm 4, a rotating rod 6 movably connected to the inner wall of the base 5 through a bearing, and a rotation angle control mechanism provided on the upper side of the base 5.

[0026] refer to Figure 3 The rotation angle control mechanism includes a gear ring 7 fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod 6. A gear 8 meshes with the right side of the gear ring 7. A worm gear 9 is fixedly connected to the upper side of the gear 8. A worm 10 meshes with the rear side of the worm gear 9. A fixed rod 11 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the gear 8 and the worm gear 9. A fixed box 12 is movably connected to the upper end of the fixed rod 11 through a bearing. The lower side of the fixed box 12 is fixedly connected to the upper side of the base 5. The worm 10 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixed box 12 through a bearing. Thus, manually rotating the worm 10 can drive the rotating rod 6 to rotate. It also has a self-locking property, thereby precisely adjusting the rotation angle. A universal mechanism is provided on the upper side of the rotating rod 6.

[0027] As a technical optimization of this utility model, by setting a rotation angle control mechanism, the rotating rod 6 can be stably maintained at the adjusted angle, avoiding angle deviation caused by external force, realizing precise angle adjustment, and meeting the requirements of high-precision measurement.

[0028] refer to Figure 4 The universal mechanism includes a base 13 fixedly connected to the upper end of the rotating rod 6, a universal ball 14 slidably connected to the inner wall of the base 13, a tension adjustment knob 15 installed on the front side of the base 13, and a clamping mechanism provided on the upper side of the universal ball 14.

[0029] As a technical optimization of this utility model, by setting a universal mechanism, the component installed on the upper side of the universal ball 14 can rotate flexibly in multiple directions. The tightness adjustment knob 15 can conveniently control the rotation tightness of the universal ball 14, which can not only ensure that it can rotate easily when the angle needs to be adjusted, but also fix it firmly after adjusting to a suitable angle, thus further improving the flexibility and accuracy of measurement.

[0030] refer to Figure 4 The clamping mechanism includes a fixed frame 16 fixedly connected to the upper side of the universal ball 14. Two sliding rods 17 are slidably connected inside the fixed frame 16. Fixed clamps 18 are fixedly connected to the ends of the sliding rods 17 that are close to each other. The fixed clamps 18 together hold the miniature rangefinder 19 inside. Linkage plates 20 are fixedly connected to the ends of the sliding rods 17 that are far from each other. Tension springs 21 are fixedly connected to the inside of the linkage plates 20. The other end of the tension springs 21 is fixedly connected to the surface of the fixed frame 16. A laser sight 22 is fixedly connected to the upper side of the fixed frame 16. The laser sight 22 is used to assist the miniature rangefinder 19 in measuring distance.

[0031] As a technical optimization of this utility model, by setting a clamping mechanism, the clamping clip 18 automatically clamps the miniature rangefinder 19 using the action of the tension spring 21, making installation and disassembly convenient and quick; at the same time, the laser aiming device 22 can assist the miniature rangefinder 19 in measuring distance, providing operators with a more accurate aiming reference and improving the accuracy and efficiency of measurement.

[0032] refer to Figure 5 A toggle plate 23 is fixedly connected to the rear side of the linkage plate 20. The toggle plates 23 are used to press and move against each other, thereby controlling the fixing clamp 18 to release its fixation to the miniature rangefinder 19.

[0033] As a technical optimization of this utility model, by setting a toggle plate 23, the operator can control the fixing clip 18 to release the fixing of the miniature rangefinder 19 by pressing the toggle plate 23 with each other. No other tools are needed, the operation is simple and convenient, and it is easy to quickly replace or remove the miniature rangefinder 19.

[0034] refer to Figure 3 An angle adjustment knob 24 is fixedly connected to the right end of the worm gear 10. The angle adjustment knob 24 allows the operator to rotate the worm gear 10 with their fingers.

[0035] As a technical optimization of this utility model, by setting an angle adjustment knob 24, a convenient manual operation component is provided for the operator, enabling the operator to rotate the worm gear 10 more easily and comfortably, thereby improving the convenience and comfort of operation.

[0036] refer to Figure 3 A stabilizing cylinder 25 is fixedly connected to the upper side of the fixed box 12. The inner wall of the stabilizing cylinder 25 is slidably connected to the surface of the rotating rod 6. The stabilizing cylinder 25 provides radial support to the rotating rod 6, thereby increasing the stability of the rotation of the rotating rod 6.

[0037] As a technical optimization of this utility model, by setting the stabilizing cylinder 25, the rotating rod 6 is provided with radial support, which can effectively reduce the swaying and offset of the rotating rod 6 during the rotation process and increase the stability of the rotating rod 6.

[0038] refer to Figure 4 The inner side of the fixing clip 18 is fixedly connected to a spacer 26, which is made of rubber and has elasticity and anti-slip properties.

[0039] As a technical optimization of this utility model, by setting a spacer 26, the miniature rangefinder 19 is prevented from slipping due to vibration during the measurement process, thus ensuring the installation stability and measurement accuracy of the miniature rangefinder 19.

[0040] The working principle and usage of this utility model are as follows: Based on a total station 1, this device achieves 360-degree horizontal adjustment and precise positioning of the miniature rangefinder 19 through a support and rotation mechanism on the bracket 2. In the support and rotation mechanism, the clamp 3 fixes the extension arm 4 to the bracket 2, and the rotating rod 6 inside the base 5 can rotate under the action of the bearing. In the rotation angle control mechanism, manually rotating the angle adjustment knob 24 drives the worm gear 10 to rotate, the worm gear 10 drives the worm wheel 9 to rotate, the worm wheel 9 drives the gear 8, and the gear 8 then drives the rotating rod 6 to rotate through the gear ring 7. Due to the self-locking characteristics of the worm wheel 9 and worm gear 10, when the angle adjustment knob 24 is stopped, the rotating rod 6 can stably maintain the current angle, achieving precise angle adjustment. In the universal mechanism at the upper end of the rotating rod 6, the universal ball 14 can rotate flexibly within the base 13, and the tightness of the universal ball 14 can be controlled by the tension adjustment knob 15. In the clamping mechanism on the upper side of the omnidirectional ball 14, the tension spring 21 brings the two sliding rods 17 closer together, causing the fixing clamp 18 to clamp the miniature rangefinder 19. The laser sight 22 assists the miniature rangefinder 19 in measuring distance. Pressing the toggle plate 23 causes the linkage plate 20 to move the sliding rods 17 away from each other, thereby releasing the miniature rangefinder 19 from the fixing clamp 18. The stabilizing cylinder 25 provides radial support for the rotating rod 6, increasing the stability of the rotation of the rotating rod 6. This enables a rapid three-step measurement operation, namely, an integrated operation of "aiming-distance measurement-height measurement". It avoids the large errors and high safety caused by the need for manual climbing and operation in traditional measurement processes, giving it the advantage of being easy to measure.

[0041] In summary, when this utility model is used, under the action of the supporting rotation mechanism, rotation angle control mechanism, universal mechanism and clamping mechanism, it can quickly measure the height of the total station 1, avoiding the large errors caused by manual climbing and manual operation in the traditional measurement process and ensuring high safety, thus giving it the advantage of being easy to measure.

[0042] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0043] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An adjustable support frame for a total station, comprising a total station (1), wherein a support (2) is mounted on the lower side of the total station (1), and a support rotation mechanism is provided on the surface of the support (2), characterized in that: The supporting rotation mechanism includes a clamp (3) fixedly sleeved on the surface of the bracket (2), an extension arm (4) fixedly connected to the right side of the clamp (3), a base (5) fixedly connected to the upper side of the extension arm (4), a rotating rod (6) movably connected to the inner wall of the base (5) through a bearing, and a rotation angle control mechanism provided on the upper side of the base (5).

2. The adjustable support frame for a total station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The rotation angle control mechanism includes a gear ring (7) fixedly connected to the surface of the rotating rod (6). A gear (8) meshes with the right side of the gear ring (7). A worm gear (9) is fixedly connected to the upper side of the gear (8). A worm (10) meshes with the rear side of the worm gear (9). A fixed rod (11) is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the gear (8) and the worm gear (9). A fixed box (12) is movably connected to the upper end of the fixed rod (11) through a bearing. The lower side of the fixed box (12) is fixedly connected to the upper side of the base (5). The worm (10) is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the fixed box (12) through a bearing. Thus, manually rotating the worm (10) can drive the rotating rod (6) to rotate. It also has self-locking properties, thereby precisely adjusting the rotation angle. A universal mechanism is provided on the upper side of the rotating rod (6).

3. The adjustable support frame for a total station according to claim 2, characterized in that: The universal mechanism includes a base (13) fixedly connected to the upper end of the rotating rod (6), a universal ball (14) slidably connected to the inner wall of the base (13), a tension adjustment knob (15) installed on the front side of the base (13), and a clamping mechanism provided on the upper side of the universal ball (14).

4. The adjustable support frame for a total station according to claim 3, characterized in that: The clamping mechanism includes a fixed frame (16) fixedly connected to the upper side of the universal ball (14). Two sliding rods (17) are slidably connected inside the fixed frame (16). Fixed clamps (18) are fixedly connected to the ends of the sliding rods (17) that are close to each other. The fixed clamps (18) together hold the miniature rangefinder (19) inside. Linkage plates (20) are fixedly connected to the ends of the sliding rods (17) that are far from each other. A tension spring (21) is fixedly connected to the inside of the linkage plate (20). The other end of the tension spring (21) is fixedly connected to the surface of the fixed frame (16). A laser sight (22) is fixedly connected to the upper side of the fixed frame (16). The laser sight (22) is used to assist the miniature rangefinder (19) in measuring distance.

5. The adjustable support frame for a total station according to claim 4, characterized in that: A toggle plate (23) is fixedly connected to the rear side of the linkage plate (20). The toggle plate (23) is used to press and move against each other, thereby controlling the fixing clip (18) to release the fixing of the miniature rangefinder (19).

6. The adjustable support frame for a total station according to claim 2, characterized in that: An angle adjustment knob (24) is fixedly connected to the right end of the worm (10), which allows the operator to rotate the worm (10) with their fingers.

7. The adjustable support frame for a total station according to claim 2, characterized in that: A stabilizing cylinder (25) is fixedly connected to the upper side of the fixed box (12). The inner wall of the stabilizing cylinder (25) is slidably connected to the surface of the rotating rod (6). The stabilizing cylinder (25) provides radial support to the rotating rod (6), thereby increasing the stability of the rotation of the rotating rod (6).

8. The adjustable support frame for a total station according to claim 4, characterized in that: The inner side of the fixing clip (18) is fixedly connected to a spacer (26), which is made of rubber and has elasticity and anti-slip properties.

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