K-Type Welding Node Detection Device with Segmented Pipe Positioning

Resolve Bottlenecks,
Find Innovative Solutions
Generate Solutions

Solution Overview

Problem

Conventional methods for analyzing the fatigue performance of K-type parts with complex structures and welding nodes require large test forces, complex specimen preparation, and high energy consumption, making it difficult to accurately measure mechanical properties under complex load conditions, and are prone to equipment breakage.

Innovation Solution

A detection device and method that includes a frame body with positioning assemblies for the main and branch pipes, using oil cylinders and driving assemblies to apply forces from different angles, allowing for accurate measurement of welding nodes without connecting the main pipe to an oil cylinder, thereby improving safety and efficiency.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Force

If conventional methods are used to analyze fatigue performance of K-type parts, then large test forces can be applied, but the specimen preparation becomes complex, energy consumption increases, and connecting parts are prone to breakage

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetest forceVSAvoidspecimen preparation complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ForceVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The detection device segments the testing system into separate positioning assemblies for the main pipe and branch pipes. Each assembly independently positions and applies force to its respective pipe component, eliminating the need for complex specimen preparation while maintaining the capability to apply large test forces for fatigue performance analysis.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

2Reliability

If conventional testing methods are used for complex welded structures, then fatigue performance can be analyzed, but the test process consumes high energy and has complex load application requirements

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvefatigue performance analysisVSAvoidenergy consumption
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The positioning assemblies are designed with adjustable and movable components that can dynamically adapt to different pipe positions and orientations. This dynamic capability allows the system to apply complex load conditions for fatigue analysis while optimizing energy consumption through efficient, adaptive positioning rather than rigid, energy-intensive setups.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

3Measurement precision

If the main pipe is connected to the oil cylinder for force application, then the mechanical properties can be measured, but the detection efficiency decreases and labor intensity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemechanical properties measurementVSAvoiddetection efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Measurement precisionVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The positioning assembly acts as an intermediary between the oil cylinder and the main pipe. Instead of directly connecting the main pipe to the oil cylinder, the positioning assembly mediates the force transmission, enabling accurate mechanical property measurement while simplifying the connection process and improving detection efficiency by reducing manual intervention.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

4Ease of operation

If branch pipes are not positioned properly, then the detection process is simpler, but safety performance decreases due to potential pipe dislodgment

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedetection process simplicityVSAvoidsafety performance
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The branch pipe positioning assembly performs preliminary positioning and securing of the branch pipes before the detection process begins. This preliminary action ensures that branch pipes are properly positioned and secured to prevent dislodgment during testing, maintaining safety performance while keeping the detection process simple and straightforward.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

Enables accurate measurement of mechanical properties of welding nodes under complex load conditions, improving detection efficiency and safety by applying forces from multiple angles and stabilizing the position of the branch pipes during detection.

Implementation Method 1

the first driving assembly is used to adjust the branch pipe positioning assembly, so that the branch pipe positioning assembly is adapted to positions of two branch pipes

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMechanical Force: Mechanical Force

Implementation Method 2

The main pipe positioning assembly applies a force to the main pipe to detect a welding node of the main pipe

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMechanical Force: Mechanical Force

Implementation Method 3

the branch pipe positioning assembly applies a force to the two branch pipes to detect welding nodes of the branch pipes

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMechanical Force: Mechanical Force

Implementation Method 4

Two limiting members are slidably disposed on the frame body, the two limiting members are configured to open and close the opening

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectFriction: Friction

Data Source

PatentUS12163928B1Detection device and detection method for node detection
Publication Date: 2024.12.10 TIANJIN UNIV
  • US12163928B1 patent drawing
  • US12163928B1 patent drawing
  • US12163928B1 patent drawing

AI summary

A detection device includes a frame body and a main pipe positioning assembly, a branch pipe positioning assembly, and a first driving assembly disposed on the frame body. One side of the frame body is provided with an opening. The branch pipe positioning assembly is disposed inside the opening. The first driving assembly adjusts the branch pipe positioning assembly, so that the branch pipe positioning assembly is adapted to positions of the two branch pipes. During detection, the branch pipes are located in the opening, the main pipe positioning assembly connects two ends of the main pipe, and the branch pipe positioning assembly connects the two branch pipes. Two limiting members are slidably disposed on the frame body to open and close the opening, and the limiting members abut against an outer wall of the main pipe, such that the main pipe is located inside or outside the opening.