Seawater intake pipe cleaning device

Seawater intake pipe cleaning device using a symmetrical brush and scraper

This technology relates to a seawater intake pipe cleaning device designed to remove foreign substances from the inner walls of intake pipes used in land-based aquaculture facilities by utilizing the suction force of a pump. Specifically, the invention features a cleaning device composed of first and second cleaning members, each with a body featuring a hemispherical concave section, connected symmetrically and equipped with brushes and scrapers at their outer ends. Once inserted into the intake pipe, the device moves via the pump's suction force, brushing and scraping away foreign matter from the inner walls. Notably, the hemispherical design of the bodies creates a vortex of seawater and debris during the cleaning process, which minimizes the pressure exerted on the body, brushes, and scrapers. This allows for efficient cleaning while reducing the pressure of dislodged debris on the components, thereby extending the lifespan of the equipment.

Existing solutions in this field have faced structural and functional limitations that required improvement.

This technology can be applied to the relevant industry as a seawater intake pipe cleaning device to enhance performance and efficiency.

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Key Features:

• First and second cleaning members connected by a central connecting member, inserted into the seawater intake pipe to remove inner wall debris using pump suction.
• A body forming the cleaning member, featuring a hemispherical concave section and a flange at the outer end.
• Brushes and scrapers secured to the body's outer flange via fixing pieces and coupling means to remove foreign substances.
• Hemispherical concave sections formed symmetrically on the bodies of the first and second cleaning members to concentrate suction force.

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