3D Rock Burst Simulation System with Integral Frame and Dynamic Loading

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current large-scale three-dimensional physical model test devices for rock bursts have limitations in high stress loading capacity, three-dimensional stress coordination, multi-source dynamic disturbance simulation, local high stress environment reconstruction, and excavation method simulation, which hinder the effective simulation of various rock burst types and factors in deep engineering projects.

Innovation Solution

A large-scale three-dimensional physical simulation test system incorporating a three-dimensional static stress loading device, 3D printer, CO2 blast cracking device, split Hopkinson pressure bar, miniature rotary excavation mechanical arm, drop hammer impact device, hydraulic oil source, and controller, with advanced hydraulic actuators and sensors for synchronized stress application and intelligent perception, enabling high stress loading, multi-source dynamic disturbance simulation, and accurate stress environment recreation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Strength

If traditional steel plate welding-bolt splicing frame structure is used, then device complexity is reduced, but stress loading capacity and rigidity are insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvestress loading capacityVSAvoidframe structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
StrengthVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent merges multiple steel plates into an integral frame structure through welding, eliminating the need for bolt splicing connections. This integration strengthens the overall frame rigidity and stress loading capacity while reducing the number of separate components, thus resolving the contradiction between strength and device complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #5Merging (Combining)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs composite construction by integrating steel plates with concrete infill in the frame structure. This composite approach enhances the overall strength and rigidity of the frame, allowing it to withstand higher stress loads while maintaining structural integrity, thereby improving stress loading capacity without proportionally increasing complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

2Ease of operation

If single-acting jacks are used for loading, then ease of operation is improved, but three-dimensional stress coordination and loading precision deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveloading operation simplicityVSAvoidstress coordination precision
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSManufacturing precision

Solution Approach 1:

The loading system is segmented into multiple independently controllable hydraulic actuators positioned at different locations on the frame. Each actuator can be controlled separately to apply precise forces in specific directions, enabling accurate three-dimensional stress coordination while maintaining operational simplicity through individual control of each segment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent transitions from single-acting (one-dimensional) jacks to multi-axial hydraulic actuators that can apply forces in multiple directions simultaneously. This dimensional enhancement allows precise control of three-dimensional stress states on the model, improving stress coordination precision while maintaining ease of operation through centralized control system.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #17Another dimension (Dimensionality change)

3Power

If low-frequency hydraulic actuators are used, then power output is sufficient, but dynamic disturbance simulation capability deteriorates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvehydraulic actuator power outputVSAvoiddynamic disturbance simulation capability
Core Design Contradiction:
PowerVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs hydraulic actuators with dynamic control capabilities that can adjust their operating frequency and amplitude in real-time. This dynamic adaptability allows the system to simulate various disturbance scenarios including high-frequency vibrations and impact loads while maintaining sufficient power output, thus resolving the contradiction between power and simulation versatility.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system utilizes hydraulic actuators whose operating parameters (frequency, amplitude, phase) can be changed dynamically during operation. This parameter variability enables the actuators to transition between low-frequency high-power modes and high-frequency disturbance simulation modes, achieving both sufficient power output and enhanced adaptability for different simulation requirements.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

4Reliability

If in-situ micro seismic monitoring is used, then construction safety is improved, but repeatability and mechanism understanding deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveconstruction safetyVSAvoidrock burst mechanism measurement precision
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSMeasurement precision

Solution Approach 1:

The patent creates a scaled physical model that copies the essential features and stress conditions of deep rock engineering environments. By conducting controlled experiments on this replica system with embedded sensors, the study achieves repeatable measurements of rock burst mechanisms while the full-scale in-situ monitoring continues to provide safety assurance, thus resolving the contradiction between safety and measurement precision.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #26Copying

Solution Approach 2:

The physical model testing performs preliminary experiments under controlled conditions before actual deep engineering construction. This preliminary action allows detailed measurement and understanding of rock burst mechanisms in a safe environment, while the full-scale in-situ monitoring system provides ongoing safety assurance during actual construction, thus resolving the contradiction between safety and mechanism measurement precision.

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

The system achieves high stress loading capacity, consistent stress distribution, effective simulation of multi-source disturbances, and realistic excavation processes, enhancing the simulation of rock burst mechanisms and providing intelligent perception for rock burst information, thereby improving prediction and prevention capabilities.

Implementation Method 1

CO2 blast cracking device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectGas pressure: Pressure Increase

Implementation Method 2

CO2 blast cracking device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectFracture mechanics: Fracture Mechanics

Implementation Method 3

split Hopkinson pressure bar device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectStress wave: Shock Wave

Implementation Method 4

split Hopkinson pressure bar device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectImpact force: Impact Force

Implementation Method 5

drop hammer impact device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectGravity: Gravitation

Implementation Method 6

drop hammer impact device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectImpact force: Impact Force

Implementation Method 7

three-dimensional static stress loading device

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectHydraulic pressure: Hydraulic Press

Implementation Method 8

hydraulic actuators

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPascal's law: Pascal's Law

Implementation Method 9

acoustic emission probes

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectAcoustic emission: Acoustic Emission

Implementation Method 10

dynamic fiber grating

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectPhotoelasticity: Photoelasticity

Data Source

PatentUS12196723B2Large-scale three-dimensional physical simulation test system for whole development process of deep engineering rock burst
Publication Date: 2025.01.14 NORTHEASTERN UNIV CHINA
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  • US12196723B2 patent drawing
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AI summary

The invention relates to a large-scale three-dimensional physical simulation test system for the whole development process of deep engineering rock burst. A CO2 blast cracking device, a dynamic fiber grating and ultrasonic probes are pre-embedded in a physical model sample of similar materials. Acoustic emission probes are pre-mounted on the boundary of a sample. A tunnel excavated in the sample is provided with a three-way acceleration sensor and an industrial endoscope. A sample 3D printer and a drop hammer impact device are arranged outside the three-dimensional static stress loading device. A hydraulic oil source and a controller are arranged outside the three-dimensional static stress loading device and mounted on the ground. The controller is connected with a computer.