Drilling Rod Support System for Compact Transport
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Solution Overview
Problem
Current support systems for drilling rods on board operating machines are inefficient, inflexible, and result in oversized loads during transport, leading to logistical and cost issues.
Innovation Solution
A support system comprising a gripping member and a support member that allows the drilling rod to be securely connected to the rotation head and housed near the mast, enabling flexible positioning and reduced overall dimensions during transport.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Stability of the object's composition
If the drilling rod is transported horizontally on the chassis, then the transport stability is improved, but the overall height and width dimensions increase causing oversize load
Solution Approach 1:
The support member enables the drilling rod to be positioned in three-dimensional space around the mast, transitioning from fixed horizontal transport to flexible spatial arrangement. During transport, the rod can be configured close to the mast to minimize dimensions, while during operation it can be positioned at optimal distances
Solution Approach 2:
The support member is designed to be movable along the mast, allowing dynamic adjustment of the drilling rod's position. This enables the system to adapt between transport configuration (minimal dimensions) and working configuration (optimal operational positioning)
2Stability of the object's composition
If the support member is fixed to the mast, then the structural stability is improved, but the flexibility in positioning the drilling rod is reduced
Solution Approach 1:
The support member is designed with movable capability along the mast, transforming from a fixed structure to a dynamic positioning system. This allows the drilling rod to be positioned at various distances from the mast depending on operational requirements while maintaining structural integrity
3Productivity
If the drilling rod is positioned far from the mast for large diameter drilling, then the working efficiency is improved, but the transport dimensions increase
Solution Approach 1:
The movable support member enables dynamic repositioning of the drilling rod. During transport, the rod is positioned close to the mast to minimize dimensions. During operation, the support member can be moved to position the rod at the optimal distance from the mast for the specific drilling diameter required
Solution Approach 2:
The system utilizes three-dimensional positioning capability around the mast, allowing the drilling rod to be arranged in different spatial configurations. This enables separation of transport and operational positioning requirements by changing the spatial arrangement
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AI summary
Support system (20) for a drilling rod (21) of an operating machine (10) which comprises a drilling unit (13) equipped with a support structure, or mast (17), and a rotation head (18) able to be positioned sliding on said mast (17).