Portable moveable flood control barrier

Abstract

A portable movable flood barrier comprises a bottom supporting board 1, a flood baffle 2, and supporting brackets 4. A first end of the flood baffle is connected to the bottom supporting board, the bo

Description

PORTABLE MOVABLE FLOOD BARRIER FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present disclosure relates to the technical field of flood control, and in particular to a portable movable flood barrier. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] In recent years, extreme weather events influenced by climate change have led to an increase in severe weather disasters. Typhoons, in particular, have raised the risk of heavy rainfall in urban areas. These intense rainstorms and resulting floods pose a significant threat to both lives and property. Unfortunately, many regions in developing countries have drainage systems with inadequate design standards. As a result, heavy rain can cause serious surface water accumulation, leading to urban flooding. This not only disrupts transportation but also damages road infrastructure and impacts urban residents’ safety and property.

[0003] Conventional flood barriers often use rigid panels, which are difficult to install due to their weight. Moreover, their lack of foldability makes storage cumbersome, as they take up a considerable amount of space. Therefore, a portable movable flood barrier is needed to tackle these challenges. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0004] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings, the present disclosure provides a portable movable flood barrier, which seeks to overcome the installation complexity associated with rigid panels in conventional flood facilities and the need for significant storage space.

[0005] The portable movable flood barrier comprises a bottom supporting board, a flood baffle, and supporting brackets.

[0006] A first end of the flood baffle is connected to the bottom supporting board, the bottom supporting board and the flood baffle are made of waterproof flexible materials and contain supporting sheets for structure reinforcement, and the flood baffle is rotatable around the first end of the flood baffle.

[0007] Each of the supporting brackets comprises a vertical supporting rod and a horizontal supporting rod, which are vertically connected to each other by ends. When the portable movable flood barrier is to enter an expanded state, the flood baffle rotates around the first end of the flood baffle to a position where the flood baffle is perpendicular to the bottom supporting board, and the vertical supporting rod and the horizontal supporting rod are fixed to the supporting sheets disposed on the flood baffle and the bottom supporting board, respectively.

[0008] When the portable movable flood barrier is to enter a storage state, the supporting brackets are detached, and the flood baffle is folded along the first end of the flood baffle, such that the flood baffle is stacked on the bottom supporting board.

[0009] As a more preferred embodiment, the supporting sheets are symmetrically and uniformly disposed at intervals along a joining line between the flood baffle and the bottom supporting board. When the portable movable flood barrier is in the storage state and the flood baffle is stacked on the bottom supporting board, the portable movable flood barrier is curled along the joining line.

[0010] As a more preferred embodiment, the portable movable flood barrier further comprises a pull rope assembly, and two ends of the pull rope assembly are fixed to the bottom supporting board and the flood baffle, respectively. When the portable movable flood barrier is in the expanded state, the pull rope assembly is tightened, and when flood impacts the flood baffle, the pull rope assembly pulls the flood baffle. When the portable movable flood barrier is in the storage state, the pull rope assembly is accommodated between the bottom supporting board and the flood baffle.

[0011] As a more preferred embodiment, the bottom supporting board and the flood baffle have the same dimensions, and when the portable movable flood barrier is in the storage state, the bottom supporting board is completely covered by the flood baffle.

[0012] As a more preferred embodiment, each of the supporting brackets further comprises an adjusting beam, two ends of the adjusting beam are slidably disposed on the vertical supporting rod and the horizontal supporting rod, respectively, and a supporting force of the supporting bracket is controlled by adjusting positions of the two ends of the adjusting beam on the vertical supporting rod and the horizontal supporting rod.

[0013] As a more preferred embodiment, the portable movable flood barrier further comprises a connecting hinge, the connecting hinge is disposed at a joint between the bottom supporting board and the flood baffle, and two blades of the connecting hinge are fixed to the bottom supporting board and the flood baffle, respectively, facilitating rotation of the flood baffle around the first end of the flood baffle. Each of the vertical supporting rod and the horizontal supporting rod is provided with limit locking pieces to lock the two ends of the adjusting beam. After adjusting the positions of the two ends of the adjusting beam on the vertical supporting rod and the horizontal supporting rod, the limit locking pieces are used to secure both ends of the adjusting beam.

[0014] As a more preferred embodiment, the portable movable flood barrier further comprises reflective strips disposed on the flood baffle.

[0015] As a more preferred embodiment, the supporting sheets are made of epoxy. Epoxy materials offer excellent mechanical and dielectric properties, good heat resistance, moisture resistance, and ease of processing, significantly enhancing the mechanical strength of both the bottom supporting board and the flood baffle.

[0016] As a more preferred embodiment, the waterproof flexible materials comprise PVC mesh fabrics. PVC mesh fabric is made by heat-sealing double-sided coated airtight material using high-frequency techniques. It features a straightforward structure, good flexibility, stability, and rapid molding. Due to its waterproof, wear-resistant, tear-resistant, and acid-alkali resistant properties, it’s well-suited for use in flood control facilities.

[0017] As a more preferred embodiment, the portable movable flood barrier further comprises a waterproof zipper and a velcro fastener, and the bottom supporting board is fixedly connected to the flood baffle by the waterproof zipper and the velcro fastener.

[0018] As described above, the portable movable flood barrier of the present disclosure has the following beneficial effects. When floods occur or sudden heavy rains lead to waterlogging, users can deploy this portable movable flood barrier. Specifically, the bottom supporting board is placed on the ground where the floodwater will pass, the flood baffle rotates around the first end of the flood baffle to a position where the flood baffle is perpendicular to the bottom supporting board, and the vertical supporting rod and the horizontal supporting rod of each supporting bracket are fixed to the supporting sheets disposed on the flood baffle and the bottom supporting board, respectively. The portable movable flood barrier is arranged by orienting its opening directly towards incoming flood, such that when the flood flows through this flood barrier, the floodwater accumulates above the bottom supporting board. When the flood impacts the flood baffle, the impact force is transmitted through the horizontal supporting rod to the bottom supporting board, during which time the weight of the floodwater presses the bottom supporting board against the ground, dissipating the impact force. Friction between the bottom supporting board and the ground ensures that this flood barrier remains in place, even under the force of the flood, allowing the barrier to withstand a certain level of impact. When the flood subsides, users can remove the supporting brackets and fold the flood baffle along the first end of the flood baffle, such that the flood baffle is stacked on top of the bottom supporting board, making the barrier convenient to use and space-saving.

[0019] The portable movable flood barrier of the present disclosure contains supporting sheets filled with waterproof flexible materials and incorporates a foldable storage mechanism, allowing for convenient switching between an expanded state and a storage state, which addresses challenges found in traditional flood facilities, such as the installation complexity associated with rigid panels and the need for significant storage space. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0020] FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram illustrating an expanded state of a portable movable flood barrier according to the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 2 shows a partial enlarged view of area A in FIG. 1.

[0022] FIG. 3 is a schematic diagram illustrating a storage state of the portable movable flood barrier according to the present disclosure.

[0023] FIG. 4 is a schematic diagram illustrating a curled state of the portable movable flood barrier according to the present disclosure.

[0024] Reference Numerals 1 Bottom supporting board 2 Flood baffle 3 Supporting sheet 4 Supporting bracket 41 Vertical supporting rod 42 Horizontal supporting rod 43 Adjusting beam 5 Pull rope assembly 51 First pull rope 52 Second pull rope 6 Eyelet 7 Connecting hinge 8 Reflective strip DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0025] The embodiments of the present disclosure will be described below. Those skilled can easily understand disclosure advantages and effects of the present disclosure according to contents disclosed by the specification.

[0026] It should be noted that the structure, ratio, size, etc. shown in the accompanying drawings in this specification are only used to illustrate the content disclosed in the specification for the understanding and reading of those familiar with this technology, and are not intended to restrict the implementation of the present invention. Any structural modification, proportional relationship change or size adjustment should still fall within the scope of the present disclosure, given that no effect and objective achievable by the present disclosure are hindered. The following detailed description should not be considered as limited, and the scope of the embodiments of the present disclosure is restricted only by the claims of the published patent. The terms used herein are only intended to describe specific embodiments and are not intended to restrict the present disclosure. Spatially related terms, such as "upper", "lower", "left", "right", "downward", "below", "bottom", "above", "top", etc., can be used in the text for ease of explanation of the relationship between one element or feature and another element or feature shown in the figure.

[0027] In the present disclosure, unless otherwise expressly specified, terms such as “installation”, “connection”, “coupling”, “fixing”, and “holding” should be broadly understood. For example, when one element is referred to as being “connected to” another element, one element may be fixedly connected to or detachably connected to another element, may be mechanically connected to or electrically connected to another element, may be directly connected to another element, or may be indirectly connected to another element with another element interposed therebetween. These two elements may also communicate with each other internally. For those skilled in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present disclosure can be understood based on specific situations.

[0028] As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an” and “said / the” are intended to include the plural forms, unless the context clearly points out differently. It should be further understood that the terms "include" and "comprise" indicate the existence of the described features, steps, operations, elements, components, items, categories, and / or groups, but do not exclude the existence, presence, or addition of one or more other features, steps, operations, elements, components, items, categories, and / or groups. As used herein, the terms “or” and “and / or” are inclusive, and are used to include any of the associated listed items and all combinations thereof. Thus, "A, B or C" or "A, B and / or C" means "any of the following: A; B; C; A and B; A and C; B and C; A, B and C". Exceptions to this definition apply only when combinations of elements, functions or operations are inherently paradoxical in some way.

[0029] As shown in FIGs. 1-4, the present disclosure provides a portable movable flood barrier, comprising a bottom supporting board 1, a flood baffle 2, and supporting brackets 4.

[0030] A first end of the flood baffle 2 is connected to the bottom supporting board 1, the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2 are made of waterproof flexible materials and contain supporting sheets 3 for structure reinforcement, and the flood baffle 2 is rotatable around the first end of the flood baffle 2.

[0031] Each of the supporting brackets 4 comprises a vertical supporting rod 41 and a horizontal supporting rod 42, which are vertically connected to each other by ends. When the portable movable flood barrier is to enter an expanded state, the flood baffle 2 rotates around the first end of the flood baffle 2 to a position where the flood baffle 2 is perpendicular to the bottom supporting board 1, and the vertical supporting rod 41 and the horizontal supporting rod 42 are fixed to the supporting sheets 3 disposed on the flood baffle 2 and the bottom supporting board 1, respectively.

[0032] When the portable movable flood barrier is to enter a storage state, the supporting brackets 4 are detached, and the barrier is folded along the first end of the flood baffle 2, such that the flood baffle 2 is stacked on top of the bottom supporting board 1.

[0033] In order to better explain the portable movable flood barrier of the present disclosure, the content of the present disclosure will be described below with specific embodiments. When floods occur or sudden heavy rains lead to waterlogging, users can deploy this portable movable flood barrier. Specifically, the bottom supporting board 1 is placed on the ground where the floodwater will flow through, the flood baffle 2 is rotated around the first end of the flood baffle 2 to a position where the flood baffle 2 is perpendicular to the bottom supporting board 1, and the vertical supporting rod 41 and the horizontal supporting rod 42 of each supporting bracket 4 are fixed to the supporting sheets 3 disposed on the flood baffle 2 and the bottom supporting board 1, respectively. The portable movable flood barrier is arranged by orienting its opening directly towards the incoming flood, such that when the flood flows through this flood barrier, the floodwater accumulates above the bottom supporting board 1. When the flood impacts the flood baffle 2, the impact force is transmitted through the horizontal supporting rod 42 to the bottom supporting board 1, during which time the weight of the floodwater presses the bottom supporting board 1 against the ground, dissipating the impact force. Friction between the bottom supporting board 1 and the ground ensures that this flood barrier remains in place, even under the force of the flood, allowing the barrier to withstand a certain level of impact. When the flood subsides, users can remove the supporting brackets 4 and fold the barrier along the first end of the flood baffle 2, such that the flood baffle 2 is stacked on top of the bottom supporting board 1, making the barrier convenient to use and space-saving.

[0034] In one embodiment, as shown in FIGs. 1, 3, and 4, the supporting sheets 3 are symmetrically and uniformly disposed at intervals along a joining line between the flood baffle 2 and the bottom supporting board 1. That is, the supporting sheets 3 come in pairs, each pair includes one from the flood baffle 2 and one from the bottom supporting board 1, and the two of each pair are sysmtrically arranged with respect to the joining line; pairs of the supporting sheets 3 are evenly disposed at intervals along the joining line. When the portable movable flood barrier is in the storage state and the flood baffle 2 is stacked on the bottom supporting board 1, the portable movable flood barrier can be curled along the joining line, further reducing the storage space needed.

[0035] In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the portable movable flood barrier further comprises a pull rope assembly 5, and two ends of the pull rope assembly 5 are fixed to the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2, respectively. When the portable movable flood barrier is in the expanded state, the pull rope assembly 5 is tightened, and when flood impacts the flood baffle 2, the pull rope assembly 5 pulls the flood baffle 2, enhancing flood resistance. When the portable movable flood barrier is in the storage state, the pull rope assembly 5 is accommodated between the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2. Further, in one embodiment, the pull rope assembly 5 comprises first pull ropes 51 and second pull ropes 52. A length of each first pull rope 51 is shorter than that of each second pull ropes 52. The first pull ropes 51 are configured to be connected to proximal ends of the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2, and the second pull ropes 52 are configured to be connected to distal ends of the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2. Further, the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2 are provided with eyelets 6, and the first pull ropes 51 and the second pull ropes 52 are fixed to the eyelets 6 through eye bolts. Furthermore, in one embodiment, the first pull ropes 51 and the second pull ropes 52 are configured as 304-coated ropes. These 304-coated ropes have excellent tensile strength, stability, corrosion resistance, heat resistance, low-temperature strength, and mechanical properties, and are well-suited for hot processing techniques such as stamping and bending. By using these ropes, the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2 are securely fixed to each other, effectively controlling a distance between them. Additionally, the eyelets 6 and the eye bolts are made of 304 stainless steel, enhancing water resistance and durability.

[0036] In one embodiment, the portable movable flood barrier further comprises tent clamping strips, and the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2 are provided with strip-shaped clamping grooves to match with the tent clamping strips. When the portable movable flood barrier is in the expanded state, the tent clamping strips are snapped one-to-one into the strip-shaped clamping grooves, further enhancing the structure of the portable movable flood barrier and improving the flood resistance.

[0037] In one embodiment, as shown in FIGs. 1 and 3, the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2 have the same dimensions, and when the portable movable flood barrier is in the storage state, the bottom supporting board 1 is completely covered by the flood baffle 2, saving storage space needed.

[0038] In one embodiment, as shown in FIGs. 1 and 2, each of the supporting brackets 4 further comprises an adjusting beam 43, two ends of the adjusting beam 43 are slidably disposed on the vertical supporting rod 41 and the horizontal supporting rod 42, respectively, and a supporting force of the supporting bracket 4 is controlled by adjusting positions of the two ends of the adjusting beam 43 on the vertical supporting rod 41 and the horizontal supporting rod 42. Each of the vertical supporting rod 41 and the horizontal supporting rod 42 is provided with limit locking pieces (not shown) to lock the two ends of the adjusting beam 43. After adjusting the positions of the two ends of the adjusting beam 43 on the vertical supporting rod 41 and the horizontal supporting rod 42, the limit locking pieces are used to secure both ends of the adjusting beam 43. Further, in one embodiment, the supporting brackets 4 are made of 304 stainless steel, enhancing waterproof performance and extending the lifespan of the supporting brackets 4.

[0039] In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the portable movable flood barrier further comprises a connecting hinge 7, the connecting hinge 7 is disposed at a joint between the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2, and two blades of the connecting hinge 7 are fixed to the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2, respectively, facilitating rotation of the flood baffle 2 around the first end of the flood baffle 2. Further, in one embodiment, the connecting hinge 7 is made of rubber and plastic, which prevents rust and reduces wear on the waterproof flexible materials, thereby extending the lifespan of the connecting hinge 7. Additionally, in one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, there are more than one such connecting hinges 7, and the number of connecting hinges 7 can be adjusted as needed.

[0040] In one embodiment, as shown in FIG. 1, the portable movable flood barrier further comprises reflective strips 8 disposed on the flood baffle 2, which serve as a warning to ensure the safety of pedestrians and vehicles on the road.

[0041] In one embodiment, the supporting sheets 3 are made of epoxy. Epoxy materials offer excellent mechanical and dielectric properties, good heat resistance, moisture resistance, and ease of processing, significantly enhancing the mechanical strength of both the bottom supporting board 1 and the flood baffle 2.

[0042] In one embodiment, the waterproof flexible materials comprise PVC mesh fabrics. PVC mesh fabric is made by double-sided coated airtight materials using high-frequency heat-sealing techniques. It features a straightforward structure, good flexibility, stability, and rapid molding. Due to its waterproof, wear-resistant, tear resistant, and acid-alkali resistant properties, PVC mesh fabric is well-suited for use in flood control facilities.

[0043] In one embodiment, the portable movable flood barrier further comprises a waterproof zipper and a velcro fastener, and the flood baffle 2 is fixedly connected to the bottom supporting board 1 by the waterproof zipper and the velcro fastener.

[0044] In summary, the portable movable flood barrier of the present disclosure contains the supporting sheets 3 filled with waterproof flexible materials and incorporates a foldable storage mechanism, allowing for convenient switching between its expanded and storage states, which addresses challenges found in traditional flood facilities, such as the installation complexity associated with rigid panels and the need for significant storage space. Therefore, the present disclosure effectively overcomes various shortcomings of the prior art and has a high industrial value.

[0045] The above-mentioned embodiments are merely illustrative of the principle and effects of the present disclosure instead of limiting the present disclosure. Those skilled in the art can make modifications or changes to the above-mentioned embodiments without going against the spirit and the range of the present disclosure. Therefore, all equivalent modifications or changes made by those who have common knowledge in the art without departing from the spirit and technical concept disclosed by the present disclosure shall be still covered by the claims of the present disclosure.

Claims

1. A portable movable flood barrier, comprising:a bottom supporting board (1) and a flood baffle (2), wherein a first end of the flood baffle (2) is connected to the bottom supporting board (1), the bottom supporting board (1) and the flood baffle (2) are made of waterproof flexible materials and contain supporting sheets (3) for structure reinforcement, and the flood baffle (2) is rotatable around the first end of the flood baffle (2); andsupporting brackets(4), wherein each of the supporting brackets (4) comprises a vertical supporting rod (41) and a horizontal supporting rod (42), which are vertically connected to each other by ends; wherein when the portable movable flood barrier is to enter an expanded state, the flood baffle (2) rotates around the first end of the flood baffle (2) to a position where the flood baffle (2) is perpendicular to the bottom supporting board (1), and the vertical supporting rod (41) and the horizontal supporting rod (42) are fixed to the supporting sheets (3) disposed on the flood baffle (2) and the bottom supporting board (1), respectively;wherein when the portable movable flood barrier is to enter a storage state, the supporting brackets (4) are detached, and the flood baffle (2) is folded along the first end of the flood baffle (2), such that the flood baffle (2) is stacked on the bottom supporting board (1).

2. The portable movable flood barrier according to claim 1, wherein the supporting sheets (3) are symmetrically and uniformly disposed at intervals along a joining line between the flood baffle (2) and the bottom supporting board (1); wherein when the portable movable flood barrier is in the storage state and the flood baffle (2) is stacked on the bottom supporting board (1), the portable movable flood barrier is curled along the joining line.

3. The portable movable flood barrier according to claim 1, wherein the portable movable flood barrier further comprises a pull rope assembly (5), and two ends of the pull rope assembly (5) are fixed to the bottom supporting board (1) and the flood baffle (2), respectively; wherein when the portable movable flood barrier is in the expanded state, the pull rope assembly (5) is tightened, and when flood impacts the flood baffle (2), the pull rope assembly (5) pulls the flood baffle (2); wherein when the portable movable flood barrier is in the storage state, the pull rope assembly (5) is accommodated between the bottom supporting board (1) and the flood baffle (2).

4. The portable movable flood barrier according to claim 1, wherein the bottom supporting board (1) and the flood baffle (2) have the same dimensions, and when the portable movable flood barrier is in the storage state, the bottom supporting board (1) is completely covered by the flood baffle (2).

5. The portable movable flood barrier according to claim 1, wherein each of the supporting brackets (4) further comprises an adjusting beam (43), two ends of the adjusting beam (43) are slidably disposed on the vertical supporting rod (41) and the horizontal supporting rod (42), respectively, and a supporting force of the supporting bracket (4) is controlled by adjusting positions of the two ends of the adjusting beam (43) on the vertical supporting rod (41) and the horizontal supporting rod (42); wherein each of the vertical supporting rod (41) and the horizontal supporting rod (42) is provided with limit locking pieces to lock the two ends of the adjusting beam (43).

6. The portable movable flood barrier according to claim 1, wherein the portable movable flood barrier further comprises a connecting hinge (7), the connecting hinge(7) is disposed at a joint between the bottom supporting board (1) and the flood baffle (2), and two blades of the connecting hinge (7) are fixed to the bottom supporting board (1) and the flood baffle (2), respectively, facilitating rotation of the flood baffle (2) around the first end of the flood baffle (2).

7. The portable movable flood barrier according to claim 1, wherein the portable movable flood barrier further comprises reflective strips (8) disposed on the flood baffle (2).

8. The portable movable flood barrier according to claim 1, wherein the supporting sheets (3) are made of epoxy.

9. The portable movable flood barrier according to claim 1, wherein the waterproof flexible materials comprise PVC mesh fabrics.

10. The portable movable flood barrier according to claim 1, wherein the portable movable flood barrier further comprises a waterproof zipper and a velcro fastener, and the flood baffle (2) is fixedly connected to the bottom supporting board (1) by the waterproof zipper and the velcro fastener.

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