Waste processing system

Abstract

The present invention relates to a waste treatment system designed to enable fair and efficient waste settlement by automatically detecting the weight and material of waste and calculating treatment costs based thereon, comprising: a waste treatment device; a weight measuring unit for measuring the weight of waste fed into the waste treatment device; a weighing sensor unit including at least one type of sensor for detecting the material of waste fed into the waste treatment device through the weight measuring unit; a waste analysis unit for determining the material of waste based on the weight of waste measured by the weight measuring unit and the material of waste detected by the weighing sensor unit; and a treatment information generation unit for calculating total treatment costs based on the material of waste and the weight of waste determined by the waste analysis unit and generating settlement information required for waste treatment.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a waste treatment system, and more specifically, to a waste treatment system designed to enable fair and efficient waste settlement by automatically detecting the weight and material of waste and calculating treatment costs based thereon. Background Technology

[0003] In general, waste treatment and recycling processes require classification based on the type and characteristics of the input waste. This classification serves as an important criterion for determining recyclability, hazardousness, and treatment costs, and its accuracy has a significant impact on resource recovery rates and economic efficiency.

[0004] Traditional waste sorting systems rely on manual labor or sorting methods based on limited physical criteria, which frequently leads to problems such as identification errors, increased worker fatigue, and reduced processing efficiency.

[0005] In particular, when waste materials are complex or foreign substances are attached to the surface, it is difficult to identify the material with the naked eye, which leads to a large detection error and consequently causes inaccuracies in settlement costs and disputes.

[0006] Recently, some automated sorting technologies utilizing various sensors have been introduced, but most rely on a single detection method, which limits their precision and reliability regarding complex waste.

[0007] Therefore, there is an increasing need for a waste treatment system capable of integrally analyzing various characteristics of waste using multiple detection sensors and automatically generating settlement information based on the results.

[0008] Such technology is attracting attention as a key means to significantly improve waste treatment efficiency across industries, not only by enhancing material classification accuracy but also by minimizing human intervention, ensuring fairness in settlements, and reducing processing time.

[0009] Meanwhile, the aforementioned background technology is technical information that the inventor possessed for the derivation of the present invention or acquired during the process of deriving the present invention, and it cannot necessarily be considered publicly known technology disclosed to the general public prior to the filing of the present invention. Prior art literature

[0011] Korean Registered Patent No. 10-1865510 (Published June 7, 2018) The problem to be solved

[0012] One aspect of the present invention provides a waste treatment system capable of automatically detecting the weight and material of waste and generating total waste treatment costs and settlement information based thereon.

[0013] The technical problems of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and other unmentioned technical problems will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below. means of solving the problem

[0015] A waste treatment system according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a waste treatment device; a weight measuring unit for measuring the weight of waste fed into the waste treatment device; a weighing sensor unit including at least one type of sensor for detecting the material of waste fed into the waste treatment device via the weight measuring unit; a waste analysis unit for determining the material of waste based on the weight of waste measured by the weight measuring unit and the material of waste detected by the weighing sensor unit; and a treatment information generation unit for calculating a total treatment cost based on the material of waste and the weight of waste determined by the waste analysis unit and generating settlement information required for waste treatment.

[0016] In one embodiment, the metering sensor unit may include at least one of the following: a near-infrared (NIR) sensor used for classifying the material of waste; an X-ray fluorescence analyzer (XRF) for analyzing the material of metal waste; an image analysis sensor (RGB / multispectral camera) to assist in classifying the material of amorphous waste through color, texture, and shape; an electrical conductivity sensor / dielectric constant sensor for distinguishing between electrically conductive materials (metals) and non-conductive materials; a thermal sensor (including an infrared temperature sensor) for identifying materials using the surface thermal characteristics of waste; and a gas sensor for detecting gases generated from biologically degradable waste to identify the corresponding material.

[0017] In one embodiment, the metering sensor unit may include an integrated analysis algorithm that fuses and analyzes waste material-related data obtained from at least two of the image analysis sensor, the near-infrared sensor, the X-ray fluorescence analyzer, the electrical conductivity sensor, the dielectric constant sensor, the thermal sensor, and the gas sensor.

[0018] In one embodiment, the integrated analysis algorithm can (a) derive a primary material candidate group of waste based on color, shape, and texture information obtained through an image analysis sensor, (b) correct the identification precision of the material candidate group using spectral reflectance and elemental composition information obtained through a near-infrared sensor and an X-ray fluorescence analyzer, (c) determine whether it is metallic based on electrical characteristic values ​​obtained from an electrical conductivity sensor and a dielectric constant sensor, (d) supplement the material classification by further analyzing the thermal reaction and gas generation characteristics of the waste detected through a heat sensor and a gas sensor, and (e) calculate individual weights based on predefined material classification criteria, detection reliability, measurement environment conditions, and material classification history information for the detection results of each sensor, and then apply the detection results reflecting the weights to an integrated judgment function to calculate a final material identification value.

[0019] In one embodiment, a waste treatment system according to another embodiment of the present invention may further include a waste washing device that performs washing by spraying washing water onto waste fed into the waste treatment device.

[0020] In one embodiment, the waste washing device may include: a hopper installed on the upper side of a conveying device for transporting waste to the waste treatment device; an inlet installed upright on the lower side of the hopper to transfer waste fed into the hopper to the conveying device; a ring seating groove extended in a circular ring shape along the inward surface of the inlet; a rotating ring formed in a circular ring shape and installed to be rotatable in the ring seating groove; a ring driving unit connected to the rotating ring to drive the rotation of the rotating ring; and a plurality of washing water spraying units spaced apart at regular intervals along the rotating ring to spray washing water in the direction of waste delivered along the inlet.

[0021] In one embodiment, the rotating ring may include: a ring body rotatably disposed in the ring seating groove; a guide ring installed along the upper side of the ring seating groove; a guide groove formed extending along the upper side of the ring body so as to prevent the ring body from being separated from the ring seating groove by engaging with the guide ring; and a ring inward surface formed as a rounded curved surface, which is an inward surface of the ring body exposed from the ring seating groove.

[0022] In one embodiment, the cleaning water sprayer may include: a curved movement groove formed extending in the vertical direction along the inner surface of the ring; a body part connected and installed to enable curved movement along the curved movement groove; a guide bar formed by rounding in correspondence with the curvature of the curved movement groove and installed on the upper side of the curved movement groove, connected and installed while penetrating the body part in the vertical direction to guide the curved movement of the body part; a body support spring installed on the lower side of the curved movement groove to support the body part; a spray nozzle installed at the front end of the body part to spray cleaning water; a protrusion installed at the rear end of the body part; and a driving cam installed to be rotatable inside the ring body, seated on the protrusion, and repeatedly moving the body part downward as it rotates downward.

[0023] In one embodiment, the washing water spraying unit may further include a cam driving unit that simultaneously rotates the plurality of driving cams.

[0024] In one embodiment, the cam drive unit may include: a plurality of drive shafts arranged in a polygonal shape along the inner side of the ring body, with a number of sides corresponding to the number of drive cams; a plurality of universal joints that interconnect two adjacent drive shafts and simultaneously transmit power to each other; and a shaft drive unit connected to one of the plurality of drive shafts to drive the drive shaft in rotation. Effects of the invention

[0026] According to one aspect of the present invention described above, the waste treatment device, weight measuring unit, weighing sensor unit, waste analysis unit, and treatment information generation unit can automatically measure the weight and material of waste and generate settlement information thereby.

[0027] This ensures fairness in settlement and accuracy in cost calculation, and through the material-based automatic classification function, settlement unit prices can be automatically reflected according to the type of waste without human intervention.

[0028] In addition, a weighing sensor unit including various types of sensors is provided, and by comprehensively analyzing physical and chemical properties such as near-infrared radiation, X-ray fluorescence, image analysis, electrical characteristics, thermal response, and gas detection, composite waste or waste with a similar appearance can also be accurately classified.

[0029] This prevents waste classification errors and prevents quality degradation and cost increases in subsequent recycling processes.

[0030] The effects of the present invention are not limited to those mentioned above, and various effects may be included within the scope obvious to a person skilled in the art from the contents described below. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0032] FIG. 1 is a diagram showing the schematic configuration of a waste treatment system according to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 is a drawing showing the metering sensor part of Figure 1. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing the schematic configuration of a waste treatment system according to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 is a diagram showing the schematic configuration of the waste washing device of Figure 3. Figure 5 is a drawing showing the structure of the rotating ring of Figure 4 in detail. Figures 6 and 7 are drawings showing the configuration of a cleaning water spray unit installed within the rotating ring of Figure 5. FIG. 8 is a drawing showing the specific configuration of a cam drive unit according to the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0033] The following detailed description of the invention refers to the accompanying drawings, which illustrate specific embodiments in which the invention may be practiced. These embodiments are described in sufficient detail to enable those skilled in the art to practice the invention. It should be understood that various embodiments of the invention are different but need not be mutually exclusive. For example, specific shapes, structures, and characteristics described herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention in relation to one embodiment. It should also be understood that the location or arrangement of individual components within each disclosed embodiment may be changed without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention. Accordingly, the following detailed description is not intended to be limiting, and the scope of the invention is limited only by the appended claims, including all equivalents to those claimed therein, provided appropriately described. Similar reference numerals in the drawings refer to the same or similar functions across various aspects.

[0034] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail with reference to the drawings.

[0035] FIG. 1 is a diagram showing the schematic configuration of a waste treatment system according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0036] Referring to FIG. 1, a waste treatment system (10) according to one embodiment of the present invention includes a waste treatment device (100), a weight measuring unit (200), a weighing sensor unit (300), a waste analysis unit (400), and a treatment information generation unit (500).

[0037] The waste treatment device (100) is a device in which waste is input from a user, and internally, the weight measurement, material analysis, and calculation of treatment costs are performed in conjunction, and is implemented as a system structure in which each function is integrated.

[0038] The weight measuring unit (200) is configured to quantitatively measure the weight of waste introduced into the waste treatment device (100) and may be composed of sensor modules such as a load sensor, a pressure sensor, or a load cell, and the weight information obtained therefrom is used as reference information necessary for material analysis and settlement.

[0039] The weighing sensor unit (300) is configured to perform a detection operation for material identification on waste that has passed through the weighing unit (200), and includes at least one type of detection sensor, and such sensor analyzes the physical and chemical characteristics of the waste in real time and provides material information of the waste.

[0040] The waste analysis unit (400) is configured to finally determine the material of the waste by combining and analyzing the weight information of the waste obtained from the weight measurement unit (200) and the material detection information obtained from the weighing sensor unit (300), and may include a data fusion algorithm or pattern analysis logic.

[0041] The processing information generation unit (500) is configured to automatically calculate the total processing cost of the waste based on the material information and weight information calculated by the waste analysis unit (400) and to generate settlement information that can be provided to the user, and can perform output and storage functions by linking a display, a network transmission device, a data storage device, etc.

[0042] A waste treatment system (10) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above can improve the fairness and efficiency of settlement by accurately calculating the treatment cost by simultaneously considering the material and weight of the waste, and provides a technical effect that enables high-precision waste classification and cost estimation without human intervention through automated detection and analysis functions.

[0044] FIG. 2 is a drawing showing a metering sensor unit of a waste treatment system according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] Referring to FIG. 2, the metering sensor unit (300) includes at least one of a near-infrared sensor (310), an X-ray fluorescence analyzer (320), an image analysis sensor (330), an electrical conductivity sensor (340), a dielectric constant sensor (350), a heat sensor (360), and a gas sensor (370).

[0046] The near-infrared sensor (310) is used to classify waste by utilizing the difference in reflectance inherent to the material by detecting a near-infrared spectrum of a specific wavelength reflected from the surface of the waste, and is particularly effectively used to distinguish non-metallic materials such as plastics, fibers, and paper.

[0047] The X-ray fluorescence analyzer (320) is configured to irradiate metal waste with X-rays and analyze the reflected fluorescence spectrum to determine the elemental composition or content of the metal, and enables the identification of various metal materials such as aluminum, copper, iron, and stainless steel.

[0048] The image analysis sensor (330) is configured to acquire external information such as the color, surface texture, and shape of waste through an RGB or multispectral camera, and to classify the material of irregular waste through this information, thereby enhancing the visual-based classification function.

[0049] The electrical conductivity sensor (340) and the dielectric constant sensor (350) detect differences in current conductivity and dielectric properties, respectively, thereby enabling the distinction between metals and non-conductive materials, and are particularly effective for the primary classification of electronic waste or composite waste.

[0050] The thermal sensor (360) detects the surface temperature and radiant heat response of the waste and estimates the type of waste through differences in heat transfer characteristics by material, and is configured to enable non-contact detection by utilizing an infrared temperature sensor.

[0051] The gas sensor (370) is configured to detect volatile organic compounds (VOCs) or gases such as methane and ammonia generated from specific organic materials or biodegradable waste, and to identify the material based on the biological decomposition potential of the waste.

[0052] A metering sensor unit (300) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above can collect complex sensor information based on physical, chemical, electrical, thermal, and biological characteristics, and perform high-precision waste material analysis based thereon, thereby providing high detection precision and classification efficiency in an automated and unmanned waste classification system.

[0054] A metering sensor unit (300) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration as described above includes an integrated analysis algorithm (380) that fuses and analyzes waste material-related data obtained from at least two of an image analysis sensor (330), a near-infrared sensor (310), an X-ray fluorescence analyzer (320), an electrical conductivity sensor (340), a dielectric constant sensor (350), a thermal sensor (360), and a gas sensor (370).

[0055] The integrated analysis algorithm (380) performs the function of analyzing the correlation between data obtained from the plurality of sensors, assigning weights to each detection result according to the material classification criteria and reliability index pre-set for each sensor, and then deriving a final material determination value through an integrated judgment function to which the weights are applied.

[0056] The integrated analysis algorithm (380) first analyzes the external characteristics of waste based on color, shape, and texture information obtained through the image analysis sensor (330), and further combines spectral reflectance and elemental composition data obtained from the near-infrared sensor (310) and the X-ray fluorescence analyzer (320) to improve physical and chemical precision, and distinguishes the material by reflecting the electrical characteristics of the electrical conductivity sensor (340) and the dielectric constant sensor (350).

[0057] In addition, by considering the thermal response information obtained through the thermal sensor (360) and the gas concentration information of organic or biodegradable waste detected through the gas sensor (370), the accuracy of identification of composite material waste can be improved.

[0058] The above integrated analysis algorithm (380) is configured to minimize the possibility of errors caused by detection interference between specific materials or foreign substance contamination by applying dynamic weights that reflect various factors such as real-time environmental conditions, measurement reliability, and past material classification history for the data of each sensor.

[0059] A weighing sensor unit (300) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above does not simply process multiple sensor information in parallel, but maximizes detection accuracy through a data fusion-based analysis algorithm, and in particular enables precise classification of waste that is similar in appearance or made of composite materials, thereby providing a technical effect that significantly improves waste treatment efficiency and automation levels.

[0061] A metering sensor unit (300) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration as described above includes an integrated analysis algorithm (380) that fuses and analyzes waste material-related data obtained from at least two of an image analysis sensor (330), a near-infrared sensor (310), an X-ray fluorescence analyzer (320), an electrical conductivity sensor (340), a dielectric constant sensor (350), a thermal sensor (360), and a gas sensor (370).

[0062] The integrated analysis algorithm (380) is configured to perform accurate identification of waste materials by integrating and analyzing data input from multiple sensors through a multi-stage procedure.

[0063] The integrated analysis algorithm (380) first analyzes the external characteristics of the waste based on color, shape, and texture information obtained through the image analysis sensor (330) to derive a primary material candidate group.

[0064] This visual information is advantageous for quickly identifying the external characteristics of waste and can be utilized to determine identification priorities among complex waste.

[0065] Next, precision correction for the primary candidate group is performed by integrating and analyzing the spectral reflectance and elemental composition information obtained from the near-infrared sensor (310) and the X-ray fluorescence analyzer (320). Spectral information is based on the intrinsic wavelength response of the material, and the elemental composition data from the X-ray fluorescence analyzer improves accuracy for metallic materials.

[0066] In addition, based on the electrical characteristic values ​​detected through the electrical conductivity sensor (340) and the dielectric constant sensor (350), it is determined whether the waste is a conductive material, thereby making it easy to distinguish between metals and non-metals.

[0067] This information is particularly useful for objects composed of multiple materials, such as electronic waste.

[0068] Next, by analyzing the thermal reaction information and volatile gas generation patterns measured through the heat sensor (360) and gas sensor (370), the presence of organic material or biodegradable waste is determined complementarily.

[0069] For example, biological waste emits methane, ammonia, etc. under specific conditions, and these characteristics, when combined with other sensor information, enhance judgment accuracy.

[0070] Finally, the integrated analysis algorithm (380) calculates weights based on predefined material classification criteria, detection reliability per sensor, measurement environment conditions, and waste classification history information for the detection results of each sensor.

[0071] These weights are set by comprehensively reflecting the reliability, precision, and application priority of each data point.

[0072] The calculated weights are reflected in the detection results and are finally applied to the integrated judgment function to calculate the material identification value.

[0073] This allows analysis results based on multiple sensors to be quantified according to a single judgment criterion, minimizing the possibility of misclassification even in cases of mixed waste or high contamination levels.

[0074] A metering sensor unit (300) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above provides a technical effect that can significantly improve the automation precision and processing efficiency of material classification by integrating heterogeneous data provided by each sensor and utilizing environment-adaptive weights and quantified analysis logic.

[0076] FIG. 3 is a diagram showing the schematic configuration of a waste treatment system according to another embodiment of the present invention.

[0077] Referring to FIG. 3, a waste treatment system (20) according to another embodiment of the present invention includes a waste treatment device (100), a weight measuring unit (200), a weighing sensor unit (300), a waste analysis unit (400), a treatment information generation unit (500), and a waste washing device (600).

[0078] Here, the waste treatment device (100), weight measurement unit (200), weighing sensor unit (300), waste analysis unit (400), and processing information generation unit (500) are identical to the components of FIG. 1, so their descriptions are omitted to avoid duplication of descriptions.

[0079] The waste washing device (600) is configured to perform washing by spraying washing water to remove foreign substances, foreign particles, harmful substances, etc. attached to the surface of waste flowing into the waste treatment device (100), and is applied to improve the accuracy of waste analysis and the reliability of settlement results.

[0080] The waste washing device (600) can be installed in the initial or intermediate stage of the waste treatment process and, in particular, is positioned in front of the material recognition sensor to perform the function of preventing sensor surface contamination and reducing the detection error rate.

[0081] In addition, the wash water can be sprayed at an appropriate pressure through a pressure regulating valve or pump, and various nozzle structures such as rotary, cross, and precision spraying can be applied depending on the type of waste.

[0082] A waste washing device (600) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above provides a technical effect that can improve the reliability and durability of the entire system by cleaning the appearance and surface condition of the waste, thereby increasing the recognition accuracy of the detection sensor and significantly reducing the possibility of errors in material identification, while reducing the maintenance cycle of the sensor.

[0084] Figure 4 is a diagram showing the schematic configuration of the waste washing device of Figure 3.

[0085] Referring to FIG. 4, the waste washing device (600) includes a hopper (610), an inlet (620), a ring seating groove (630), a rotating ring (640), a ring driving unit (650), and a plurality of washing water spraying units (660).

[0086] The hopper (610) is a component installed to temporarily receive waste supplied to the waste treatment device (100) and to drop it toward the lower conveying device (670), and performs the function of controlling the amount of waste flowing in and discharging it at regular intervals.

[0087] The input port (620) is installed upright on the lower side of the hopper (610) to form a path for dropping waste discharged from the hopper (610) downward and transferring it to the conveying device (670).

[0088] This configuration maintains a constant direction of waste fall and ensures that the washing and detection processes are performed stably.

[0089] The ring seating groove (630) is a circular groove structure formed along the inward surface of the input port (620) and serves as a guide and support to allow the rotating ring (640) to rotate.

[0090] This enables smooth rotation of the rotating ring and accurate position maintenance.

[0091] The rotating ring (640) is formed in the shape of a circular ring and is rotatably installed in the ring seating groove (630), and rotates in the circumferential direction while supporting the washing water spraying part (660), thereby ensuring that washing water reaches the entire surface of the waste uniformly.

[0092] The ring drive unit (650) is connected to the rotating ring (640) and rotates the rotating ring (640) at a constant speed through a motor, gear, or chain drive method, and functions to control the distribution of the cleaning water spray and maximize cleaning efficiency.

[0093] A plurality of washing water spraying units (660) are spaced apart at regular intervals on the circumference of the rotating ring (640) and spray washing water at various angles on the outer surface of waste falling along the inlet (620). Each spraying unit is composed of a high-pressure nozzle, a spray nozzle, or a pulse spray nozzle, etc., to remove foreign substances from the waste and improve the accuracy of material detection.

[0094] A waste washing device (600) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above provides the effect of improving the reliability of the entire waste analysis system by efficiently removing foreign substances during the waste input stage, thereby increasing the detection accuracy of the subsequent sensor unit and maintaining a uniform state of the waste surface.

[0096] Figure 5 is a drawing showing the structure of the rotating ring of Figure 4 in detail.

[0097] Referring to FIG. 5, the rotating ring (640) includes a ring body (641), a guide ring (642), a guide groove (643), and a ring inward surface (644).

[0098] The ring body (641) is a structure that is rotatably positioned in the ring seating groove (630), forms the basic circular frame of the rotating ring (640), and is a main structure that supports and fixes a plurality of washing water spraying parts (660).

[0099] The ring body (641) is manufactured with a precision-machined circular structure, minimizes frictional resistance on the inner and outer surfaces to ensure rotational stability, and performs a center alignment function to reduce deviation in the spray position of the cleaning water.

[0100] The guide ring (642) is fixedly installed along the upper side of the ring seating groove (630) to prevent the ring body (641) from being lifted upward or detached while rotating, and functions as a guide structure for stable rotation of the ring body.

[0101] The guide groove (643) is formed extending along the upper side of the ring body (641) and is formed in a structure that physically engages with the guide ring (642), and serves to prevent the ring body from separating from the ring seating groove (630) or shifting its position.

[0102] This prevents the risk of detachment that may occur during high-speed rotation and ensures the repeatability of the cleaning spray position.

[0103] The ring inward surface (644) is a surface exposed from the ring seating groove (630) among the inner surfaces of the ring body (641), and is formed as a rounded curved surface having curvature.

[0104] This curved surface structure provides the basis for a curved path that guides the washing water sprayer (660) to move in an up-and-down curved motion.

[0105] In addition, the inner surface of the ring (644) is machined to perform both driving and guiding functions of the injection part, and by absorbing vibrations generated during movement and dispersing rotational loads, it is possible to minimize wear and error accumulation due to long-term operation.

[0106] A rotating ring (640) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above maintains the rotational cleaning function of the spraying unit with high precision and ensures uniform spraying regardless of the position and direction of the waste to be cleaned, thereby providing a technical effect that maximizes the efficiency of removing residue from the surface of waste and the accuracy of material detection.

[0108] Figures 6 and 7 are drawings showing the configuration of a cleaning water spray unit installed within the rotating ring of Figure 5.

[0109] Referring to FIGS. 6 and 7, the washing water spraying unit (660) includes a curved moving groove (661), a body part (662), a guide bar (663), a body support spring (664), a spray nozzle (665), a protrusion (666), and a driving cam (667).

[0110] The curved moving groove (661) is a groove structure formed to extend in a curved shape in the up-and-down direction along the ring inward surface (644), providing a path so that the body part (662) can move up and down stably along a certain curvature.

[0111] This groove is designed to enable constant cleaning spray position control even during rotational movement.

[0112] The body part (662) is connected to the curved moving groove (661) and configured to be able to reciprocate in the up and down direction by the rotational driving force of the driving cam (667), and a spray nozzle (665) is installed at the front end and a protrusion (666) is installed at the rear end.

[0113] The body moves along a curved path and is capable of spraying cleaning water at various locations on the waste.

[0114] The guide bar (663) is installed on the upper side of the curved moving groove (661) and is connected by penetrating the body part (662) in the vertical direction, thereby precisely guiding the movement path of the body part.

[0115] Ensures the repeatability of the wash water spray position.

[0116] In particular, by having a structure bent to correspond to the curvature of the curved moving groove (661), twisting or warping is prevented during curved movement.

[0117] The body support spring (664) is installed on the lower side of the curved moving groove (661) to support the body part (662) upward and provides an elastic restoring force to return the body part, which has been lowered by the driving cam (667), to its original position.

[0118] This contributes to ensuring the continuity of the cleaning spray and alignment with the cam operation cycle.

[0119] The spray nozzle (665) is installed at the front end of the body part (662) and is configured to spray high-pressure washing water in the direction of movement of the waste, and the angle and spray pattern of the nozzle can be adjusted according to the size and shape of the waste.

[0120] This enables uniform spraying onto the surface of the waste.

[0121] The protrusion (666) is formed at the rear end of the body part (662) and, by contacting the drive cam (667), receives downward movement force from the rotational drive into the body part and performs a downward movement.

[0122] The driving cam (667) is rotatably installed on the inner side of the ring body (641) and is seated on the protrusion (666), and operates in a structure that repeatedly pushes the body part (662) downward according to its rotation.

[0123] The drive cam sequentially changes the spray position through rotation at a constant cycle, which enables cleaning of various sides of the entire waste.

[0124] A cleaning water spraying unit (660) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above can perform three-dimensional and precise cleaning on the surface of waste through a plurality of spraying units capable of individually moving up and down within a rotating ring, and can simultaneously achieve technical effects such as improved sensor detection accuracy, increased efficiency in removing foreign substances, and maintenance of device durability.

[0126] A washing water spraying unit (660) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration as described above may further include a cam driving unit (668).

[0127] The cam drive unit (668) is a drive mechanism for rotating a plurality of drive cams (667) in a synchronized manner, and by controlling each cam to rotate at the same timing rather than operating independently, it maintains the overall spraying timing and movement of the cleaning water spray unit (660) consistently.

[0128] The cam drive unit (668) may include a plurality of drive shafts (6681), a universal joint (6682), and a shaft drive unit (6683).

[0129] The drive shaft (6681) is configured to be arranged in a polygonal shape or circular arrangement along the inner side of the ring body (641) and coupled to each drive cam (667), and is an intermediate transmission means that directly transmits rotational force to the cam.

[0130] The universal joint (6682) connects two adjacent drive shafts (6681), transmits rotational power without loss, and enables smooth synchronous driving even when the rotation axis is not constant.

[0131] This performs the function of compensating so that the cams operate identically even if there are deviations in rotation angle or position.

[0132] The shaft drive unit (6683) is a rotary drive source installed by being coupled to one of the plurality of drive shafts (6681), and may be composed of a motor, a gearbox, or a rotary actuator, and serves to transmit rotational force to the entire cam drive system.

[0133] This drive unit controls the reference timing of the entire cam rotation and serves as an important foundation for precisely controlling the wash water spraying operation.

[0134] A cam drive unit (668) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above provides a technical effect that can improve the cleaning performance and reproducibility of the entire system by accurately synchronizing and rotating a plurality of drive cams, thereby precisely controlling the vertical movement of each cleaning water spray unit, maintaining the timing and interval of the cleaning spray consistently.

[0136] FIG. 8 is a drawing showing the specific configuration of a cam drive unit according to the present invention.

[0137] Referring to FIG. 8, the cam drive unit (668) includes a plurality of drive shafts (6681), a plurality of universal joints (6682), and a shaft drive unit (6683).

[0138] The drive shaft (6681) is arranged along the inner side of the ring body (641) and is arranged in a polygonal shape having a number of sides corresponding to the number of drive cams (667), so that each drive shaft corresponds to each drive cam (667).

[0139] Each drive shaft is rotatably supported around a fixed central axis and serves as a rotating shaft that transmits power in a one-to-one correspondence with each cam.

[0140] The universal joint (6682) connects two adjacent drive shafts (6681), continuously transmits rotational driving force, and controls each cam to operate at the same rotational speed and timing by compensating for rotational deviations caused by differences in installation position or angle.

[0141] The configuration of such a universal joint is advantageous for ensuring rotational alignment in polygonally arranged rotating bodies.

[0142] The shaft drive unit (6683) is connected to and installed on one of the plurality of drive shafts (6681) and is configured in the form of an electric motor, a gear module, or a rotary actuator, and supplies rotational power to the entire cam drive unit through the selected drive shaft.

[0143] The shaft drive unit acts as a prime mover that sets the reference operation for the entire drive series, and can precisely control the rotation period and timing in conjunction with sensors or control devices.

[0144] A cam drive unit (668) according to one embodiment of the present invention having the configuration described above ensures precise synchronous rotation of the drive cams and enables the vertical movement of each cleaning water spray unit (660) to be performed consistently, and flexibly absorbs positional deviations, rotational delays, etc. that may occur during rotation, thereby providing a technical effect of improving the cleaning repeatability and durability of the entire device.

[0146] The embodiments described above are for illustrative purposes only, and those skilled in the art will understand that the embodiments described above can be easily modified into other specific forms without altering the technical concept or essential features of the embodiments described above. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood as illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. For example, each component described as a single unit may be implemented in a distributed manner, and components described as distributed may likewise be implemented in a combined form.

[0148] The scope of protection sought through this specification is defined by the claims set forth below rather than by the detailed description above, and should be interpreted to include all modifications or variations derived from the meaning and scope of the claims and the concept of equivalents. Explanation of the symbols

[0150] 10, 20: Waste treatment system 100: Waste treatment device 200: Weight Measurement Department 300: Weighing sensor unit 400: Waste Analysis Department 500: Processing Information Generation Unit

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Claim 1 A waste treatment device; a weight measuring unit for measuring the weight of waste fed into the waste treatment device; a weighing sensor unit including at least one type of sensor for detecting the material of waste fed into the waste treatment device via the weight measuring unit; a waste analysis unit that determines the material of the waste by utilizing a data fusion algorithm or pattern analysis logic based on the weight of the waste measured by the weight measuring unit and the material of the waste detected by the weighing sensor unit; and a processing information generation unit that calculates the total processing cost based on the waste material and weight of the waste determined by the waste analysis unit and generates settlement information required for waste treatment. A waste treatment system comprising: a waste washing device that performs washing by spraying washing water onto waste fed into the waste treatment device; wherein the waste washing device comprises: a hopper installed on the upper side of a conveying device for transporting waste to the waste treatment device; an inlet installed upright on the lower side of the hopper to transport waste fed into the hopper to the conveying device; a ring seating groove extended in a circular ring shape along the inward surface of the inlet; a rotating ring formed in a circular ring shape and installed to be rotatable in the ring seating groove; a ring driving unit connected to the rotating ring to drive the rotation of the rotating ring; and a plurality of washing water spraying units spaced apart at regular intervals along the rotating ring to spray washing water in the direction of waste delivered along the inlet. Claim 2 A waste treatment system according to claim 1, wherein the metering sensor unit comprises at least one of the following: a near-infrared (NIR) sensor used for classifying the material of waste; an X-ray fluorescence analyzer (XRF) for analyzing the material of metal waste; an image analysis sensor (RGB / multispectral camera) for assisting in the classification of the material of amorphous waste through color, texture, and shape; an electrical conductivity sensor / dielectric constant sensor for distinguishing between electrically conductive materials (metals) and non-conductive materials; a thermal sensor (including an infrared temperature sensor) for identifying materials using the surface thermal characteristics of waste; and a gas sensor for detecting gases generated from biologically degradable waste to determine the corresponding material. Claim 3 delete Claim 4 delete Claim 5 delete Claim 6 delete

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