An arc gate is a type of gate that opens and closes by rotating around a support hinge, widely used in various hydraulic structures. The following are its key points:
Structural Composition
Mainly consists of the gate leaf, supporting arms, support hinge, and sealing device. The gate leaf features a curved panel and beam grid structure (main cross-beam or main longitudinal-beam type). Supporting arms are divided into straight arms and inclined arms, suitable for openings with larger width-to-height ratios and wide open-top scenarios, respectively.
Classification Methods
By water depth: Open-top (water level does not exceed the gate top) and submerged (water level above the gate top);
By arm type: Straight arms (suitable for openings with smaller width-to-height ratios) and inclined arms (often used in broad water areas);
By hinge type: Cylindrical hinges, conical hinges, spherical hinges, etc., with cylindrical hinges being the most widely used due to their simple structure.
Advantages
Superior hydraulic conditions: Gate slot-free design reduces water flow resistance, making it suitable for flood discharge needs;
Low operating force: Opening and closing are achieved by rotating around the support hinge, requiring minimal operational force;
Lightweight structure: Compared to traditional gates, it has less weight and fewer embedded parts, facilitating easy installation.