Rail Turnout Movable Beam Segmentation
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing turnout structures in rail transit systems are large in size, heavy in weight, and inflexible due to the use of integrated movable beams, which complicates switching between different driving channels.
Innovation Solution
The proposed turnout structure incorporates a movable beam set composed of a rotating beam and a moving beam, which are pivotally connected, allowing for shape change and flexible movement. This design reduces the size, weight, and complexity of the movable beam set compared to traditional integrated beams.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If an integrated movable beam is used in the turnout structure, then the beam provides structural support for switching between driving channels, but the beam becomes large in size, heavy in weight, and inflexible to move
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated movable beam is divided into two separate components: a rotating beam that pivots on a rotating center and a moving beam that translates along a guide rail. This segmentation allows each component to be smaller and lighter while collectively providing the same structural support function for channel switching.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from a static integrated beam to a dynamic mechanism where the rotating beam pivots around a rotating center and the moving beam translates along a guide rail. This dynamic configuration enables more flexible movement and reduces the overall size and weight requirements compared to a static integrated structure.
2Reliability
If an integrated movable beam is used in the turnout structure, then the beam provides structural support for switching between driving channels, but the beam becomes large in size, heavy in weight, and inflexible to move
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated movable beam is divided into two separate components: a rotating beam that pivots on a rotating center and a moving beam that translates along a guide rail. This segmentation allows each component to be smaller and lighter while collectively providing the same structural support function for channel switching.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from a static integrated beam to a dynamic mechanism where the rotating beam pivots around a rotating center and the moving beam translates along a guide rail. This dynamic configuration enables more flexible movement and reduces the overall size and weight requirements compared to a static integrated structure.
3Reliability
If an integrated movable beam is used in the turnout structure, then the beam provides structural support for switching between driving channels, but the beam becomes large in size, heavy in weight, and inflexible to move
Solution Approach 1:
The integrated movable beam is divided into two separate components: a rotating beam that pivots on a rotating center and a moving beam that translates along a guide rail. This segmentation allows each component to be smaller and lighter while collectively providing the same structural support function for channel switching.
Solution Approach 2:
The system transitions from a static integrated beam to a dynamic mechanism where the rotating beam pivots around a rotating center and the moving beam translates along a guide rail. This dynamic configuration enables more flexible movement and reduces the overall size and weight requirements compared to a static integrated structure.
4Weight of moving object
If a movable beam set with rotating beam and moving beam is used, then the structure becomes smaller and lighter, but the device complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
A connecting component is introduced between the rotating beam and the moving beam to coordinate their relative movements. This intermediary element simplifies the overall system by providing a clear mechanical linkage that ensures proper coordination between the two components, reducing the complexity that would otherwise arise from coordinating independent movements.
Solution Approach 2:
The system uses a rotating beam that pivots on a rotating center combined with a moving beam that translates along a guide rail. This dynamic mechanism, while more complex than a static integrated beam, provides significant reductions in size and weight while enabling flexible channel switching operation.
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
The new turnout structure is smaller, lighter, and more flexible, enabling efficient switching between driving channels while reducing manufacturing difficulties and overall system volume.
Implementation Method 1
the rotating beam is configured to rotate around the rotating center
Implementation Method 2
the moving beam is connected to a second end of the rotating beam and configured to move along a path
Data Source
AI summary
A turnout structure, which includes at least one turnout. The at least one turnout includes a fixed beam set. The fixed beam set includes a first side beam and a second side beam. The at least one turnout further includes a movable beam set. The movable beam set is disposed between the first side beam and the second side beam to define two switchable driving channels. A top surface of the movable beam set is configured as a first locomotion surface for locomotion wheels of a railway vehicle. The movable beam set includes a rotating beam and a moving beam. A first end of the rotating beam includes a rotating center. The rotating beam is configured to rotate around the rotating center, and the moving beam is connected to a second end of the rotating beam and configured to move along a path.