Pendular Profile Driving with Geolocation Depth and Inclination Sensing
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing profile driving technologies, particularly those using pendulum configurations, face challenges in accurately measuring and controlling parameters such as inclination and depth due to the lack of a rigid guide mast, leading to manual and potentially hazardous operator interventions.
Innovation Solution
Incorporation of geolocation beacons and accelerometers into the pendulum driving device to provide precise, automatic, and continuous measurement of profile insertion depth and inclination, independent of the device's main body position, using satellite geolocation and vibration isolation to maintain beacon accuracy.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Adaptability or versatility
If a mast is used to guide the driving tool, then measurement of profile inclination and depth is facilitated, but the device cannot be used for non-terrestrial work and has limited distance flexibility
Solution Approach 1:
The patent replaces the mechanical guide mast system with a satellite-based geolocation system. Instead of using a physical mast to guide and measure the profile, the invention uses geolocation beacons attached to the profile and satellite signals to determine position, inclination, and depth automatically, enabling use in non-terrestrial environments without distance constraints
Solution Approach 2:
The patent introduces geolocation beacons as intermediaries between the profile and the measurement system. These beacons carry satellite reception equipment that automatically provides geolocation data, serving as a mediator that enables precise measurement without requiring a physical connection to the carrier machine
2Measurement precision
If manual measurement tools are used for profile inclination and depth, then equipment complexity is reduced, but measurement precision and operator safety are compromised
Solution Approach 1:
The patent implements a self-service measurement system where the profile itself carries the geolocation beacons and satellite reception equipment. The profile automatically measures its own position, inclination, and depth through satellite signals, eliminating the need for external measurement equipment and manual operations
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the measurement approach from manual mechanical measurement to automatic satellite-based geolocation. By utilizing satellite signals and processing geolocation data, the system achieves precise measurement of position, inclination, and depth parameters automatically
3Reliability
If operators perform manual measurements during driving operations, then equipment simplicity is maintained, but safety hazards increase and productivity decreases
Solution Approach 1:
The patent enables continuous measurement and monitoring during the entire driving operation through automatic satellite-based geolocation. The system continuously tracks the profile's position and inclination without interruption, eliminating the need to stop for manual measurements and maintaining continuous productivity
Solution Approach 2:
The system performs automatic self-measurement during driving operations, eliminating the need for operator intervention. The geolocation beacons and satellite reception equipment continuously monitor and record data without requiring operators to approach or interact with the driving tool
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 real-time, precise, and safe monitoring of profile driving operations, eliminating the need for manual measurements and reducing safety hazards, allowing optimal tool usage and improved geotechnical model development.
Implementation Method 1
at least one first geolocation beacon arranged so as to be able to be attached to the profile or to keep a fixed average position relative to the profile during the driving of the profile
Implementation Method 2
The vibration isolation device (118) is configured to reduce the transmission of vibrations from the driving tool (110) to the first geolocation beacon (20)
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AI summary
The invention relates to a pendulum-like device (100, 100', 100" and 100‴) for driving a profile (3) into the ground. The device comprises a driving tool (10) connected to a main body of the device by at least one retaining cable (2). The driving tool is intended to be mounted on the profile so as to drive the profile into the ground. The device includes at least one first geolocation beacon (20) arranged so as to be fixed to the profile or to maintain a fixed average position relative to the profile during the driving of the profile. In particular, the first geolocation beacon is located on the tool or is intended to be located on the profile.