Servo Self-Locking Rail Clamp for Wind-Proof Stability
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing wind-proof and anti-skid devices for large-scale orbital port machinery are inadequate in responding to extreme wind loads, leading to equipment instability and accidents due to insufficient wind and skid resistance, with limitations in real-time response, high cost, and restricted active clamping force.
Innovation Solution
A servo self-locking track clamping device comprising a pressure plate assembly and a clamping assembly that uses wind-generated force to increase frictional resistance, eliminating the need for anchor seats and allowing real-time operation, with a hydraulic mechanism to adjust clamping arms for enhanced clamping force.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Reliability
If wind-proof anchoring device is used to fix equipment at designated position, then safety and reliability are improved, but operation convenience deteriorates and real-time response capability is lost
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the static anchoring system into a dynamic self-adjusting system. The clamping device automatically adjusts its clamping force based on real-time wind load conditions through the force feedback mechanism, eliminating the need for manual operation while maintaining safety. The device transitions between loose and tight clamping states dynamically, resolving the contradiction between reliability and operational convenience.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements a self-service mechanism where the clamping device automatically responds to wind loads without external intervention. The force feedback system detects wind force and automatically adjusts clamping pressure, making the system self-regulating and eliminating manual operation requirements while ensuring continuous safety.
2Force
If track clamping device with power device is used to provide active clamping force, then wind resistance is improved, but device volume increases and track adaptability deteriorates
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a dynamic clamping mechanism that adjusts its clamping force and positioning based on real-time track conditions and wind loads. The force feedback system enables the device to adapt to varying track geometries and unevenness, maintaining both high clamping force and track adaptability through continuous self-adjustment rather than fixed mechanical constraints.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent changes the operating parameters of the clamping device dynamically based on feedback from the force sensing system. By adjusting clamping pressure, positioning, and engagement depth according to real-time conditions, the device maintains optimal performance across different track conditions without requiring multiple fixed configurations, thus preserving track adaptability while providing sufficient clamping force.
3Force
If larger clamping force is provided by power device, then wind resistance is improved, but device volume increases beyond arrangement space limitation
Solution Approach 1:
The patent utilizes the wind load itself as the actuating force through the force feedback mechanism. Rather than requiring a large power device to generate clamping force, the system allows wind force to directly drive the clamping action through the feedback loop, eliminating the need for bulky active power components while maintaining effective clamping force proportional to wind load.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent converts the harmful wind load into a beneficial driving force for the clamping mechanism. The force feedback system harnesses the wind force that would otherwise be purely adverse and transforms it into the actuating force that generates clamping pressure, eliminating the need for large active power devices while maintaining effective wind resistance.
4Device complexity
If fixed installation of track clamp is used at front end, then structure simplicity is improved, but track adaptability deteriorates under uneven track conditions
Solution Approach 1:
The patent transforms the fixed installation into a dynamic adaptive system. The clamping device continuously adjusts its positioning and engagement parameters based on real-time feedback from the force sensing system, allowing it to accommodate track unevenness and settlement automatically while maintaining simple installation requirements. The device adapts its configuration dynamically rather than requiring complex adjustable mechanisms.
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 device provides a safe and reliable wind-proof and anti-skid solution by generating frictional resistance proportional to wind force, overcoming limitations of existing devices in terms of real-time response, cost, and active clamping force, ensuring equipment stability under extreme wind conditions.
Implementation Method 1
the roller is arranged at the lower part of the frame and connected with top surface of the track
Implementation Method 2
the opening and closing mechanism includes a hydraulic cylinder; the two ends of the hydraulic cylinder are connected to the upper ends of the two clamping arms respectively
Implementation Method 3
The working principle of track clamping device is to use the friction force generated by the clamping device to actively clamp the track to resist wind
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AI summary
Disclosed is a servo self-locking track clamping device, including a pressure plate assembly and a clamping assembly. The pressure plate holder is provided with a pressure plate for pressing the clamping assembly. The clamping assembly includes a thrust bracket, a clamp mechanism, and an opening and closing mechanism that are connected in sequence. The clamp mechanism includes bracket and clamping arms. The bracket is slid and installed on the frame horizontally, and the clamping arms are installed on the bracket by rotation. The opening and closing mechanism includes a hydraulic cylinder, and both ends of the hydraulic cylinder are respectively connected to the upper ends of two clamping arms. The length of the hydraulic cylinder can be extended. The clamping plate of the thrust bracket is placed between the two clamping arms. The two sides connecting the clamping plate and the clamping arms are both curved surfaces that are concave in the horizontal direction. The servo self-locking track clamping device provided by this disclosure is safe and reliable. In the self-locking closed state, it moves synchronously with the port machinery on the track. The opening and closing mechanism responds to the switching working status in real time. The clamping force is generated by the wind, and so the wind resistance and anti-skid ability are strong.