Water flow homogenization module

Abstract

The utility model discloses a water flow homogenization module, include: coupling seat is equipped with first containing cavity in, install the light -transmitting spare in first containing cavity, homogenization module, homogenization module installs in first containing cavity with interval arrangement with light -transmitting spare, water flow homogenization chamber, water flow homogenization chamber is located between light -transmitting spare with homogenization module, water flow homogenization chamber includes the convergence cavity of periphery and the gentle cavity of the middle area. Through the structure improvement of water flow homogenization chamber, can inhibit strong turbulence, promote water flow homogenization effect, and then make water column and laser beam can reach better coupling state.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of water-guided laser technology, specifically to a water flow homogenization module. Background Technology

[0002] Water-guided laser processing utilizes water flow as a medium to indirectly transfer laser energy to the workpiece, similar to fiber optic transmission, achieving precise and efficient processing. During water-guided laser processing, the water flow pattern, velocity, and thickness all affect the mode of the laser beam. Existing water-guided laser coupling devices suffer from suboptimal water flow homogenization design, resulting in poor coupling between the water flow and the laser beam. Utility Model Content

[0003] The problem this invention aims to solve is that the water flow homogenization structure design in existing water-guided laser coupling devices is not ideal, resulting in poor coupling effect between the water flow and the laser beam.

[0004] Therefore, this utility model provides a water flow homogenization module, which can improve the water flow homogenization effect and thus improve the coupling effect between the water flow and the laser beam.

[0005] The water flow homogenization module according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: A coupling seat, wherein a first receiving cavity is provided inside the coupling seat; a light-transmitting element is installed inside the first receiving cavity; A homogenization module is installed in the first receiving cavity and spaced apart from the light-transmitting element; A water flow homogenization cavity is located between the light-transmitting element and the homogenization module; the water flow homogenization cavity includes an outer converging cavity and a smooth cavity located in the middle area.

[0006] The beneficial effect of this invention is that by improving the structure of the water flow homogenization cavity, strong turbulence can be suppressed and the water flow homogenization effect can be improved; thus, the water column and the laser beam can achieve a better coupling state.

[0007] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the water flow equalization module further includes: an annular water channel and multiple water distribution grooves, the annular water channel being connected to a water inlet hole opened on the coupling seat, and the annular water channel being connected to the gathering cavity through the multiple water distribution grooves.

[0008] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the width D1 of the gathering cavity gradually decreases from the edge toward the smooth cavity, and the width D2 of the smooth cavity is equal everywhere.

[0009] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the upper end surface of the water flow homogenization cavity is a plane, and the lower end surface of the water flow homogenization cavity includes an arc surface located on the periphery and a plane located in the middle. The arc surface and the plane are smoothly transitioned. The arc surface corresponds to the converging cavity, and the plane corresponds to the smoothing cavity.

[0010] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the homogenization module has a first mounting cavity for mounting a nozzle, the nozzle has a coupling hole, and the coupling hole communicates with the homogenization cavity.

[0011] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a first sealing element is provided between the homogenizing module and the coupling seat, a second sealing element is provided between the homogenizing module and the nozzle, and a third sealing element is provided between the light-transmitting element and the coupling seat.

[0012] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the annular water channel is a first annular cavity formed by the homogenization module and the coupling seat, and the first annular cavity is connected to the water inlet; a plurality of water distribution grooves are arranged around the axis of the homogenization module and connect the annular water channel and the gathering cavity.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of the water distribution channels are formed on the outer edge of the homogenization module or the inner wall of the coupling seat.

[0014] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the position of the annular waterway is lower than the position of the water flow homogenization cavity, and the water flow of the annular waterway flows upward into the water flow homogenization cavity through multiple water distribution channels.

[0015] According to one embodiment of the present invention, the nozzle includes: a first mounting part, a second mounting part, and a third mounting part. The first mounting part and the third mounting part are respectively located at the upper end and the lower end of the second mounting part. The diameters of the first mounting part and the third mounting part are both smaller than the diameter of the second mounting part. The coupling hole is located inside the first mounting part.

[0016] Other features and advantages of this invention will be set forth in the description which follows, and will be apparent in part from the description, or may be learned by practicing the invention. The objectives and other advantages of this invention are realized and obtained through the structures particularly pointed out in the description, claims, and drawings.

[0017] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, preferred embodiments are described below in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0018] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional schematic diagram of the water flow equalization module of this utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the water flow equalization module of this utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the water flow homogenization cavity of this utility model.

[0022] Figure 4 This is another structural schematic diagram of the water flow homogenization cavity of this utility model.

[0023] Figure 5 This is another structural schematic diagram of the water flow homogenization cavity of this utility model.

[0024] Figure 6 This is a cross-sectional view of the coupling seat of this utility model.

[0025] Figure 7 This is a top view of the homogenization module of this utility model (the dashed line in the figure represents the boundary between the plane and the arc surface).

[0026] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the homogenization module of this utility model.

[0027] Figure 9 This is a cross-sectional view of the nozzle of this utility model.

[0028] In the diagram: 1. Coupling seat; 2. Homogenization module; 3. Water flow homogenization cavity; 4. First seal; 5. Second seal; 6. Third seal; 11. First receiving cavity; 12. Water inlet; 13. Second receiving cavity; 14. Third annular groove; 23. Annular waterway; 24. Water distribution groove; 25. First mounting cavity; 26. First annular groove; 27. Second annular groove; 31. Converging cavity; 32. Smooth cavity; 33. Arc surface; 34. Plane. 100. Nozzle; 101. Coupling hole; 102. First mounting part; 103. Second mounting part; 104. Third mounting part; 105. Connecting channel; 106. Frustum conical cavity; 200. Light-transmitting element. Detailed Implementation

[0029] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These drawings are simplified schematic diagrams, illustrating only the basic structure of the present invention, and therefore only show the components relevant to the present invention.

[0030] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "transverse," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," "counterclockwise," "axial," "radial," and "circumferential," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, features defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0031] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; 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; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0032] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, the water flow homogenization module of this embodiment includes: a coupling seat 1, a homogenization module 2, and a water flow homogenization cavity 3. The coupling seat 1 has a first receiving cavity 11, and a light-transmitting element 200 is installed in the first receiving cavity 11. The homogenization module 2 is installed in the first receiving cavity 11 and spaced apart from the light-transmitting element 200. The water flow homogenization cavity 3 is located between the light-transmitting element 200 and the homogenization module 2. The water flow homogenization cavity 3 includes a peripheral convergence cavity 31 and a smoothing cavity 32 located in the middle area. The water flow homogenization cavity 3 of this embodiment has a convergence cavity 31 and a smoothing cavity 32. When the high-pressure water flow enters the convergence cavity 31, the convergence cavity 31 can suppress strong turbulence, making the high-pressure water flow gradually become smooth. Then, after further smoothing by the smoothing cavity, the water column flowing out of the outlet of the water flow homogenization cavity 3 has better stability.

[0033] In this embodiment, as Figure 3 As shown, the width D1 of the gathering cavity 31 gradually decreases from the edge towards the smoothing cavity 32, while the width D2 of the smoothing cavity 32 is constant everywhere. The upper surface of the water flow homogenizing cavity 3 is a plane, and the lower surface of the water flow homogenizing cavity 3 includes an outer arc surface 33 and a middle plane 34. The arc surface 33 and the plane 34 have a smooth transition. The arc surface 33 corresponds to the gathering cavity 31, and the plane 34 corresponds to the smoothing cavity 32. Of course, in other embodiments, such as... Figure 4 As shown, the water flow homogenization cavity 3 can have an upper end surface including an outer arc surface 33 and a middle plane 34, and the lower end surface of the water flow homogenization cavity 3 is a plane. Alternatively, as... Figure 5 As shown, the upper and lower surfaces of the water flow homogenization cavity 3 each include an outer arc surface 33 and a middle plane 34. The arc surface 33 can also be replaced by an inclined surface (referring to an inclined plane).

[0034] As the high-pressure water flows from the edge of the water flow homogenization chamber 3 to the center, the impact force of the high-pressure water flow is relatively large. The edge width of the water flow homogenization chamber 3 is set to be relatively large, which can play a certain buffering role and suppress strong turbulence. Then the water flow enters the narrower middle part, which can further reduce the fluctuation of the water flow, improve the stability of the water flow, and achieve the homogenization effect.

[0035] like Figure 7 and Figure 8 As shown, in this embodiment, the water flow homogenization module further includes: an annular water channel 23 and multiple water distribution grooves 24. The annular water channel 23 is connected to the water inlet hole 12 opened on the coupling seat 1, and the annular water channel 23 is connected to the gathering cavity 31 through the multiple water distribution grooves 24. The annular water channel 23 is the first annular cavity formed by the homogenization module 2 and the coupling seat 1, and the first annular cavity is connected to the water inlet hole 12; the multiple water distribution grooves 24 are arranged around the axis of the homogenization module 2 and connect the annular water channel 23 to the gathering cavity 31. For example, an annular water channel 23 is opened on the outer wall of the homogenization module 2, and a water inlet hole 12 is opened on the coupling seat 1. The water inlet hole 12 is connected to the annular water channel 23, and the annular water channel 23 is connected to the water flow homogenization cavity 3. That is to say, the high-pressure water flow enters the annular water channel 23 through the water inlet hole 12. After the high-pressure water flow fills the annular water channel 23, it can enter from the edge of the water flow homogenization cavity 3 and gradually fill the entire water flow homogenization cavity 3.

[0036] Multiple water distribution channels 24 are formed on the outer edge of the homogenization module 2 or the inner wall of the coupling seat 1. These channels 24 are evenly distributed around the circumference of the homogenization module 2, and an annular water channel 23 connects to the water flow homogenization cavity 3 via the channels 24. The channels 24 are vertically continuous, and the number of channels 24 is ≥3; in this embodiment, for example, there are 10 channels. The annular water channel 23 is positioned lower than the water flow homogenization cavity 3, and the water flow from the annular water channel 23 flows upward into the water flow homogenization cavity 3 through the multiple channels 24. When the high-pressure water flow fills the annular water channel 23, it can flow upward through the channels 24 and enter the water flow homogenization cavity 3. The channels 24 are evenly distributed around the circumference of the homogenization module 2. When the high-pressure water flow enters the water flow homogenization cavity 3 through the channels 24, it can homogenize the impact force on the water flow homogenization cavity 3, thus contributing to water flow homogenization.

[0037] like Figure 6 and Figure 9As shown, it should be noted that the homogenization module 2 is provided with a first installation cavity 25 for installing the nozzle 100. The nozzle 100 is provided with a coupling hole 101, and the coupling hole 101 communicates with the gentle cavity 32. The upper end surface of the nozzle 100 is flush with the plane 33. The nozzle 100 includes: a first installation part 102, a second installation part 103, and a third installation part 104. The first installation part 102 is located above the second installation part 103, and the third installation part 104 is located below the second installation part 103. The diameters of the first installation part 102 and the third installation part 104 are both smaller than the diameter of the second installation part 103. The nozzle 100 is an integrally formed part. The shape of the first installation cavity 25 matches the "convex" shape formed by the first installation part 102 and the second installation part 103. The coupling hole 101 is located in the first installation part 102. A connection channel 105 is provided in the second installation part 103, and a frustum-shaped cavity 106 is provided in the third installation part 104. The coupling hole 101, the connection channel 105, and the frustum-shaped cavity 106 communicate with each other. The water flow homogenized by the water flow homogenization cavity 3 can enter the coupling hole 101, and in the coupling hole 101, the laser beam and the water column can be coupled and then ejected.

[0038] In this embodiment, a first seal 4 is provided between the homogenization module 2 and the coupling seat 1, a second seal 5 is provided between the homogenization module 2 and the nozzle 100, and a third seal 6 is provided between the light-transmitting member 200 and the coupling seat 1. For example, a first annular groove 26 is provided on the side wall of the first installation cavity 25, and the first seal 4 is installed in the first annular groove 26. A second annular groove 27 is provided on the outer side wall of the homogenization module 2, and the second seal 5 is installed in the second annular groove 27. The coupling seat 1 further has a second accommodation cavity 13, and a light-transmitting member 200 (such as a light-transmitting glass) is installed in the second accommodation cavity 13. A third annular groove 14 is provided on the side wall of the second accommodation cavity 13, and the third seal 6 is installed in the third annular groove 14. Since the water flow homogenization cavity 3 is a space formed by surrounding multiple components, there will be assembly gaps between the components, and there is a risk of water leakage when water enters. Therefore, in this embodiment, seals are provided at multiple places to ensure that the water flow homogenization cavity 3 has a unique inlet and outlet. For example, the first seal 4 is used to seal the assembly gap between the inner side wall of the homogenization module 2 and the nozzle 100. The second seal 5 is used to seal the assembly gap between the outer side wall of the homogenization module 2 and the side wall of the first accommodation cavity 11. The third seal 6 is used to seal the assembly gap between the light-transmitting member 200 and the side wall of the second accommodation cavity 13. Thus, a full-range seal of the water flow homogenization cavity 3 can be achieved.

[0039] The specific process of water flow homogenization is as follows: High-pressure water flows into the annular water channel 23 through the inlet hole 12. After filling the annular water channel 23, the high-pressure water flows upward through multiple water distribution grooves 24 and enters the converging chamber 31 and the smoothing chamber 32 in sequence. When the high-pressure water flows in through the inlet hole 12, it is relatively turbulent. After filling the annular water channel 23, under the action of squeezing force, the water flows upward through several water distribution grooves 24 and enters the converging chamber 31. Due to the structural characteristics of the converging chamber 31, the turbulent water flow can be suppressed by the gradual converging action of the converging chamber 31, so that the water flow gradually becomes smooth and enters the smoothing chamber 32. After entering the smoothing chamber 32, the water flow can be further stabilized under the squeezing action of the smoothing chamber 32. The water flow as a whole forms a uniform pressure distribution with the coupling hole 101 as the center in the smoothing chamber 32.

[0040] In summary, the water flow homogenization module of this utility model, by improving the structure of the water flow homogenization cavity 3, can suppress strong turbulence and improve the water flow homogenization effect; thereby enabling the water column and the laser beam to achieve a better coupling state.

[0041] In the description of this specification, the references to terms such as "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0042] Based on the above-described preferred embodiments of this utility model, and through the foregoing description, those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the technical concept of this utility model. The technical scope of this utility model is not limited to the contents of the specification, but must be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A water flow homogenization module, characterized in that, include: A coupling seat (1) is provided with a first receiving cavity (11); a light-transmitting element (200) is installed in the first receiving cavity (11). A homogenization module (2) is installed in the first receiving cavity (11) and spaced apart from the light-transmitting element (200); Water flow homogenization cavity (3) is located between the light-transmitting element (200) and the homogenization module (2); the water flow homogenization cavity (3) includes an outer converging cavity (31) and a smooth cavity (32) located in the middle area.

2. The water flow homogenization module as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The water flow equalization module further includes: an annular water channel (23) and multiple water distribution channels (24). The annular water channel (23) is connected to the water inlet (12) opened on the coupling seat (1). The annular water channel (23) is connected to the gathering cavity (31) through the multiple water distribution channels (24).

3. The water flow homogenization module as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The width D1 of the gathering cavity (31) gradually decreases from the edge toward the smooth cavity (32), and the width D2 of the smooth cavity (32) is equal everywhere.

4. The water flow homogenization module as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The upper end face of the water flow homogenization cavity (3) is a plane, and the lower end face of the water flow homogenization cavity (3) includes an arc surface (33) located on the periphery and a plane surface (34) located in the middle. The arc surface (33) and the plane surface (34) are smoothly transitioned. The arc surface (33) corresponds to the gathering cavity (31), and the plane surface (34) corresponds to the smoothing cavity (32).

5. The water flow homogenization module as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The homogenization module (2) has a first mounting cavity (25) for mounting a nozzle (100), and the nozzle (100) has a coupling hole (101) that is connected to the smoothing cavity (32).

6. The water flow homogenization module as described in claim 5, characterized in that, A first sealing element (4) is provided between the homogenizing module (2) and the coupling seat (1), a second sealing element (5) is provided between the homogenizing module (2) and the nozzle (100), and a third sealing element (6) is provided between the light-transmitting element (200) and the coupling seat (1).

7. The water flow homogenization module as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The annular waterway (23) is the first annular chamber formed by the homogenization module (2) and the coupling seat (1), and the first annular chamber is connected to the water inlet (12); a plurality of water distribution channels (24) are arranged around the axis of the homogenization module (2) and connect the annular waterway (23) and the gathering cavity (31).

8. The water flow homogenization module as described in claim 7, characterized in that, Multiple water distribution channels (24) are provided on the outer edge of the homogenization module (2) or the inner wall of the coupling seat (1).

9. The water flow homogenization module as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The position of the annular waterway (23) is lower than the position of the water flow homogenization cavity (3), and the water flow of the annular waterway (23) flows upward into the water flow homogenization cavity (3) through multiple water distribution channels (24).

10. The water flow homogenization module as described in claim 5, characterized in that, The nozzle (100) includes a first mounting part (102), a second mounting part (103), and a third mounting part (104). The first mounting part (102) is located at the upper end of the second mounting part (103), and the third mounting part (104) is located at the lower end of the second mounting part (103). The diameters of the first mounting part (102) and the third mounting part (104) are both smaller than the diameter of the second mounting part (103). The coupling hole (101) is located inside the first mounting part (102).

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