Telescopic Depth Vibrator Pipe Assembly

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing depth vibrators are limited to achieving immersion depths that are less than the height of the machine or the available free space above ground, restricting their ability to produce columns of greater depth.

Innovation Solution

A telescopic depth vibrator tube arrangement that connects a depth vibrator to a device, allowing for adjustable length through a telescoping mechanism, enabling deeper column production with the same-sized device or using smaller devices for the same depth, and featuring locking means for secure connection and flexible depth adjustment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Length of moving object

If a fixed-length tube arrangement is used, then the device structure is simple, but the immersion depth is limited to less than the machine height

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveimmersion depthVSAvoidtube arrangement structure
Core Design Contradiction:
Length of moving objectVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The tube arrangement is divided into multiple tube sections (first tube section, second tube section, third tube section) that can be independently telescoped relative to each other. This segmentation allows the overall length to be adjusted by extending or retracting individual sections, enabling immersion depths greater than the machine height while maintaining a manageable structure through modular design

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The tube arrangement transitions from a fixed-length static structure to a dynamic telescopic structure. The tube sections can be extended or retracted relative to each other during operation, allowing the immersion depth to be adjusted dynamically based on site requirements while maintaining structural integrity through locking mechanisms

Inventive Principle:
Principle #15Dynamics

2Adaptability or versatility

If a telescopic tube arrangement is used, then the immersion depth can exceed machine height, but the device complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvedepth adjustment flexibilityVSAvoidtelescopic mechanism
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The tube sections are arranged in a nested configuration where the second tube section is received within the first tube section, and the third tube section is received within the second tube section. This nesting arrangement allows for compact storage and transport while enabling extended immersion depths when needed, providing adaptability without proportionally increasing device complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

Solution Approach 2:

Locking mechanisms are provided at predetermined positions along the tube sections to secure the telescopic arrangement at specific extended lengths. These locking positions are established in advance to prevent instability or collapse during operation, allowing the complex telescopic mechanism to function reliably with enhanced adaptability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

3Length of moving object

If a longer tube arrangement is used for deeper columns, then the transport length increases, but the immersion depth capability is improved

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvecolumn production depthVSAvoidtransport length
Core Design Contradiction:
Length of moving objectVSLength of stationary object

Solution Approach 1:

The telescopic tube sections nest within each other during transport, reducing the overall length to a compact configuration that fits within standard transport constraints. When deployed for deep column production, the sections extend to achieve the required immersion depths, effectively decoupling transport length from operational depth capability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #7Nested doll (Nesting)

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 the production of columns with depths greater than the machine height or available space, reduces transport length, and allows for flexible depth adjustment, enhancing operational efficiency and versatility.

Implementation Method 1

the first tubular body and the second tubular body are telescopic relative to one another

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectTelescopic mechanism:

Implementation Method 2

locking means with which the first tubular body and the second tubular body can be releasably connected to one another

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectMechanical fastening: Mechanical Fastener

Data Source

PatentEP3152366B1Vibroflotator
Publication Date: 2018.05.02 KELLER HOLDING GMBH
  • EP3152366B1 patent drawingFigure 1A~1C
  • EP3152366B1 patent drawingFigure 1D~1F
  • EP3152366B1 patent drawingFigure 2A

AI summary

The invention relates to a depth vibrator pipe assembly (2) for connecting a depth vibrator (39) to a device (33), comprising: a first pipe body (3), which can be connected to the device (33); a second pipe body (4), which can be connected to the depth vibrator (39); wherein the first pipe body (3) and the second pipe body (4) can be telescoped in relation to each other. The invention further relates to a device (32) having such a pipe assembly (2) and to a method for producing vibro columns.