Spreader

Abstract

The present invention relates to a spreader, comprising: a storage unit including a storage body defining a storage space for accommodating a material to be spread, and a storage discharge hole penetrating a lower portion of the storage body; a spreading unit that spreads the material discharged from the storage discharge hole in a forward direction; a carriage unit connected to the storage unit or the spreading unit and supporting the storage unit or the spreading unit; and a moving unit connected to the carriage unit to move the carriage unit, wherein the spreading unit includes: a rotating unit that rotates the material to be spread; a cover unit covering upper and rear portions of the rotating unit and including a cover hole communicating with the storage discharge hole; a base coupled to the cover unit and accommodating the rotating unit; a motor unit, a portion of which penetrates the base from below to be connected to the rotating unit, configured to drive the rotating unit; and an adjustment unit slidably coupled to the cover unit to adjust a region through which the material to be spread is discharged to the exterior of the spreading unit.

Description

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[0001] The present invention relates to a sprayer, and more particularly to a sprayer capable of effectively spraying a liquid or solid target.

[0002] The present invention relates to a sprayer, and more specifically, to a sprayer capable of uniformly spraying a solid or liquid substance such as calcium chloride.

[0003] Spreading calcium chloride on road surfaces is essential to ensure road safety during the winter. Calcium chloride plays a crucial role in preventing road freezing, thereby preventing vehicle skidding accidents, and maintaining the smooth flow of traffic during the winter. Various types of spreaders are used to carry out this calcium chloride application.

[0004] Traditional calcium chloride spreaders are primarily mounted on large vehicles and designed to cover wide roads. These large-vehicle spreaders have the advantage of being able to evenly spread a large amount of calcium chloride at once, allowing for the rapid treatment of large areas.

[0005] However, due to the complex structure and large size of such large equipment, there is a limitation that it can only be installed on dedicated vehicles. As a result, it is difficult for ordinary households or small businesses to use such large equipment, and its use is restricted in urban areas or on narrow roads.

[0006] Furthermore, calcium chloride spreaders mounted on large vehicles are costly and require significant resources for maintenance. The fixed structure of such large equipment makes it difficult to adapt to various road conditions, and it also has the disadvantage of making it difficult to control the spraying range, particularly on narrow roads or curved sections. Due to these issues, there has been a growing need for smaller and more efficient calcium chloride spreaders suitable for specific areas or small-scale operations.

[0007] The manual calcium chloride spreader was developed to reflect these demands. The manual spreader has a simple structure and can be used without a separate large vehicle, offering the advantage of being usable in homes or small businesses.

[0008] However, manual sprayers are inefficient for treating large areas because they require the user to exert physical force to operate. Additionally, the spraying range is narrow, and there is the inconvenience of the operator having to manually adjust the spraying area. For these reasons, while manual sprayers may be useful for small work areas, they are not suitable for situations where large areas need to be treated quickly and efficiently.

[0009] Consequently, calcium chloride spraying equipment faces various problems, such as the high cost, complexity, and limited operating environments of large vehicle-mounted equipment, as well as the inefficiency and limited spraying range of manual equipment.

[0010] Therefore, it is necessary to develop a new type of spreader capable of solving these problems. An ideal calcium chloride spreader should be easily installable on standard vehicles or small equipment, allowing for flexible use in various environments.

[0011] Furthermore, there is a need for an efficient design that can increase spraying range and accuracy while reducing the user's workload, all while avoiding complex structures. Against this backdrop, the development of new sprayer technology has become urgently necessary.

[0012] The present invention aims to solve the problem of providing a sprayer capable of uniformly spraying a target.

[0013] In addition, the present invention aims to solve the problem of providing a sprayer capable of continuously spraying a target.

[0014] In addition, the present invention aims to solve the problem of providing a sprayer that can minimize energy consumption when a user sprays a target.

[0015] In addition, the present invention aims to solve the problem of providing a sprayer capable of uniformly spraying a target by utilizing centrifugal force while the spraying unit rotates.

[0016] To solve the above-mentioned problem, a sprayer according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a storage body having an open upper side and forming a storage space for receiving a spraying target, and a storage discharge hole formed to penetrate the lower part of the storage body and through which the spraying target received in the storage space is discharged downward; a spraying unit having at least a portion disposed lower than the storage unit and spraying the spraying target discharged from the storage discharge hole forward; a cart unit connected to the storage unit or the spraying unit to support the storage unit or the spraying unit; and a moving unit connected to the cart unit to move the cart unit; wherein the spraying unit includes a rotating unit that receives a spraying target supplied through the storage discharge hole and rotates the supplied spraying target; a cover unit disposed between the storage discharge hole and the rotating unit, covering the upper and rear sides of the rotating unit and including a cover hole communicating with the storage discharge hole; and a base disposed below the rotating unit and coupled with the cover unit to receive the rotating unit. It may include a motor part that rotates the rotating part, with a portion of the lower part of the base penetrating the base and connected to the rotating part; and a control part that is slidably coupled to the cover part and controls the area where the spraying target deviates to the outside of the spraying part.

[0017] The above-mentioned rotating part may include: a rotating plate providing a support surface on which a spraying target is placed; a hollow rotating pipe extending upward from the rotating plate to prevent the spraying target from moving toward the center of the rotating plate; a plurality of rotating wings extending outward from the outer surface of the rotating pipe and partitioning the space above the rotating plate; and a rotating bearing part extending from the lower surface of the rotating plate into which the motor part is inserted.

[0018] Additionally, the cover portion may include: a cover plate positioned above the rotating portion and facing the rotating plate, with the cover hole formed through the lower part of the storage discharge hole; a cover wall extending from the cover plate toward the rotating plate to limit the area from which a spraying target placed on the rotating plate escapes; and a hollow cover pipe extending downward from the cover plate to accommodate a part of the rotating pipe.

[0019] In addition, the rotating part further includes a wing recess formed by sinking downward in a portion of the upper surface of the plurality of rotating wings adjacent to the rotating pipe, and the lower end of the cover pipe can be received in the wing recess and positioned between the rotating wing and the rotating pipe.

[0020] Additionally, the control unit may include: a control plate coupled to the upper side of the cover plate; a control wall extending downward from the control plate and located on the outer side of the cover wall, which limits the area where a spraying target seated on the rotating plate escapes to the outside of the spray unit; a control hole formed through the control plate; a control fixing member that fixes the control plate on the cover plate by passing through the control hole; a control guide extending downward from the lower surface of the control plate to accommodate the control fixing member and guide the movement of the control plate; and a control hole rib extending upward from the perimeter of the control hole to support the control fixing member.

[0021] Additionally, the device further includes an opening / closing member disposed between the storage discharge hole and the cover hole to control the degree of opening of the storage discharge hole, wherein the opening / closing member is configured to be movable in the forward / backward direction between the storage discharge hole and the cover hole to control the opening area of ​​the storage discharge hole; and a supporting member that supports the opening / closing member in a sliding manner, wherein the opening / closing member may be movable between a first position that completely closes the storage discharge hole and a second position that completely opens the storage discharge hole on the supporting member.

[0022] Additionally, at least a portion thereof is located inside the storage unit and further includes a stirring unit for stirring a spraying target contained in the storage space, wherein the stirring unit may include a stirring motor that provides power; a stirring bracket that is coupled to the inner surface of the storage body and supports the stirring motor; and a stirring shaft that is connected to the stirring motor and configured to rotate.

[0023] Additionally, the opening / closing member may include: an opening / closing body movable between the storage discharge hole and the cover hole; an opening / closing handle provided to be grippable and extending rearward from the opening / closing body; and an opening / closing stopper protruding upward from the opening / closing body to prevent the opening / closing body from moving forward from the first position.

[0024] Additionally, the support member comprises: a support base located at the lower part of the opening / closing body to support the lower side of the opening / closing body; a support cover coupled to the upper side of the support base to prevent the opening / closing body from moving upward; and a support member protruding from the support base and positioned to face the rear end of the opening / closing body, which can prevent the opening / closing body from moving further rearward than the second position.

[0025] The present invention has the effect of providing a sprayer capable of uniformly spraying a target.

[0026] In addition, the present invention has the effect of providing a sprayer capable of continuously spraying a target.

[0027] In addition, the present invention has the effect of providing a sprayer that can minimize energy consumption when a user sprays a target.

[0028] In addition, the present invention has the effect of providing a sprayer capable of uniformly spraying a target by utilizing centrifugal force while the spraying unit rotates.

[0029] FIG. 1 illustrates a sprayer according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0030] FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of a sprayer according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a sprayer according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of a spraying unit according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0033] FIG. 5 is a cover portion according to one embodiment of the present invention shown from the lower side.

[0034] FIG. 6 illustrates a rotating part according to one embodiment of the present invention from the lower and upper sides.

[0035] FIG. 7 illustrates a control unit according to one embodiment of the present invention from the lower and upper sides.

[0036] FIG. 8 is a rear view of an opening and closing part according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0037] FIG. 9 is an exploded view of an opening and closing part according to one embodiment of the present invention, shown from the rear.

[0038]

[0039] Hereinafter, embodiments are described in detail with reference to the attached drawings. However, various modifications may be made to the embodiments, and thus the scope of the patent application is not limited or restricted by these embodiments. It should be understood that all modifications, equivalents, and substitutions to the embodiments are included within the scope of the rights.

[0040] Specific structural or functional descriptions of the embodiments are disclosed for illustrative purposes only and may be modified and implemented in various forms. Accordingly, the embodiments are not limited to the specific disclosed forms, and the scope of this specification includes modifications, equivalents, or substitutions that fall within the technical concept.

[0041] Terms such as "first" or "second" may be used to describe various components, but these terms should be interpreted solely for the purpose of distinguishing one component from another. For example, the first component may be named the second component, and similarly, the second component may be named the first component.

[0042] When it is stated that a component is "connected" to another component, it should be understood that it may be directly connected to or joined to that other component, or that there may be other components in between.

[0043] The terms used in the embodiments are for illustrative purposes only and should not be interpreted as intended to be limiting. Singular expressions include plural expressions unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. In this specification, terms such as "comprising" or "having" are intended to indicate the existence of the features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof described in the specification, and should be understood as not precluding the existence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, actions, components, parts, or combinations thereof.

[0044] Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meaning as generally understood by those skilled in the art to which the embodiments pertain. Terms such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant technology, and should not be interpreted in an ideal or overly formal sense unless explicitly defined in this application.

[0045] In addition, when describing with reference to the attached drawings, identical components are assigned the same reference numeral regardless of drawing symbols, and redundant descriptions thereof are omitted. When describing embodiments, if it is determined that a detailed description of related prior art could unnecessarily obscure the essence of the embodiment, such detailed description is omitted.

[0046] The advantages and features of the present invention and the methods for achieving them will become clear by referring to the embodiments described below in detail together with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below but may be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are provided merely to ensure that the disclosure of the present invention is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the invention, and the present invention is defined only by the scope of the claims.

[0047] In the embodiments of the present invention, unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meaning as generally understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. Terms such as those defined in commonly used dictionaries should be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant technology, and should not be interpreted in an ideal or overly formal sense unless explicitly defined in the embodiments of the present invention.

[0048] The shapes, sizes, ratios, angles, numbers, etc. disclosed in the drawings for explaining embodiments of the present invention are exemplary, and therefore the present invention is not limited to the depicted details. Furthermore, in describing the present invention, if it is determined that a detailed description of related known technology may unnecessarily obscure the essence of the present invention, such detailed description is omitted. Where terms such as "includes," "has," or "is made up" are used in this specification, other parts may be added unless "only" is used. Where a component is expressed in the singular, it includes cases where it includes the plural unless specifically stated otherwise.

[0049] In interpreting the components, they are interpreted to include a margin of error even in the absence of a separate explicit statement.

[0050] In the case of describing a positional relationship, for example, when the positional relationship between two parts is described using expressions such as 'on,' 'upper,' 'lower,' or 'next to,' one or more other parts may be located between the two parts unless 'immediately' or 'directly' is used.

[0051] When elements or layers are referred to as "on" another element or layer, this includes cases where another layer or element is placed directly on top of or in between. Throughout the specification, the same reference numerals refer to the same components.

[0052] The size and thickness of each component shown in the drawings are illustrated for convenience of explanation, and the present invention is not necessarily limited to the size and thickness of the illustrated components.

[0053] The features of each of the various embodiments of the present invention may be combined or combined with one another, either partially or wholly, and as will be fully understood by those skilled in the art, various technical interlocking and operation are possible, and each embodiment may be implemented independently of one another or together in an interlocking relationship.

[0054] FIG. 1 illustrates a sprayer according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 2 is an exploded perspective view of a sprayer according to one embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 3 is a cross-sectional view of a sprayer according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0055] Referring to FIGS. 1 to 3, a sprayer (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention will be described.

[0056] A sprayer (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a storage body (110) having an open upper side and forming a storage space for receiving a spraying target, and a storage discharge hole (120) formed to penetrate the lower part of the storage body (110) and for discharging the spraying target received in the storage space downward. Additionally, the storage unit (100) may include a storage bracket (130) surrounding the lower part of the storage body (110). The storage bracket (130) may be arranged to surround the storage discharge hole (120) without shielding the storage discharge hole (120).

[0057] The spraying target can be a solid in powder form, such as calcium chloride. In addition, the spraying target can be a mixture of solid and liquid in gel form, such as fertilizer and compost. In addition, the spraying target can be a liquid substance.

[0058] Additionally, the sprayer (1) may include a stirring unit (200) in which at least a portion is located inside the storage unit (100) and which stirs the spraying target contained in the storage space. The stirring unit (200) may be positioned inside the storage body (110). The stirring unit (200) may stir the spraying target located in the storage space using rotational force.

[0059] Meanwhile, the stirring unit (200) may include a stirring motor (210) that provides power, a stirring bracket (220) that is coupled to the inner surface of the storage body (110) and supports the stirring motor (210), and a stirring shaft (230) that is connected to the stirring motor (210) and configured to rotate.

[0060] Additionally, the stirring unit (200) may include a stirring blade (not shown) that protrudes from the outer surface of the stirring shaft (230) and stirs the spraying target contained in the storage space. The stirring unit (200) may continuously stir the spraying target contained in the inner surface of the storage body (110) so that the spraying target contained in the storage unit (100) can be smoothly discharged through the storage discharge hole (120).

[0061] Of course, the stirring unit (200) may be optionally excluded from the composition of the invention. To implement the invention, the stirring unit (200) may be optionally applicable.

[0062] Additionally, the sprayer (1) may include a spraying unit (300) which is positioned at least a portion below the storage unit (100) and is configured to spray a target discharged from the storage discharge hole (120) toward the front.

[0063] The above spraying unit (300) can rotate in one direction. As the spraying unit (300) rotates, centrifugal force may be generated. Due to the centrifugal force generated by the rotation of the spraying unit (300), the spraying target contained in the spraying unit (300) can be sprayed forward. A detailed spraying mechanism of the spraying unit (300) will be described later.

[0064] Additionally, the sprayer (1) may include an opening / closing unit (400) that opens and closes the path through which a spraying target contained in a storage unit (100) moves to a spraying unit (300). The opening / closing unit (400) may include an opening / closing member (410) that opens and closes a storage discharge hole (120) and a supporting member (420) that supports the opening / closing member (410) so that the opening / closing member (410) can move back and forth at a predetermined position.

[0065] The above opening / closing member (410) can move back and forth between a first position that completely closes the storage discharge hole (120) on the support member (420) and a second position that completely opens the storage discharge hole (120).

[0066] Meanwhile, the sprayer (1) may further include a configuration for easily moving the storage unit (100), stirring unit (200), spraying unit (300), and opening / closing unit (400) described above. The sprayer (1) may include a moving unit (500) and a cart unit (600) for easily moving a spraying device combined with the storage unit (100), stirring unit (200), spraying unit (300), and opening / closing unit (400). The moving unit (500) can easily move the spraying device using power. Additionally, the cart unit (600) can enable the user to easily grasp and operate the entire spraying device combined with the moving unit (500).

[0067] The cart part (600) may include a cart frame (610) comprising a support frame (612) that supports the storage part (100) and a handle frame (611) that is provided to be grasped by a user. The handle frame (611) may be formed by extending from the support frame (612).

[0068] The support frame (612) and the handle frame (611) may be separate components. Additionally, the support frame (612) may be supported by being coupled to the outer surface of the storage body (110). Furthermore, the handle frame (611) may be provided so that a portion of it supports the storage unit (100). Additionally, the handle frame (611) may be formed to extend rearward from the central portion in the height direction of the storage unit (100). That is, the arrangement and shape of the handle frame (611) are not limited to the above description and can be arranged and formed in various ways as long as they can provide a handle function.

[0069] Additionally, the cart part (600) may include an operating part (620) that is seated on the handle frame (611) and configured to be operable by a user. The operating part (620) may be formed integrally with the storage part (100). The storage part (100) may be configured to form the exterior of the operating part (620). In other words, the exterior of the operating part (620) may be formed integrally with the storage part (100).

[0070] The moving part (500) may include a moving motor (530) connected to the support frame (612) to provide power, a reduction gear (540) that controls the rotational speed of the moving motor (530), a moving shaft (520) connected to the reduction gear (540) and rotating, and main wheels (510) each connected to both ends of the moving shaft (520).

[0071] Additionally, the moving part (500) may further include a moving plate (550) located at the bottom of the support frame (612). The moving plate (550) is positioned between a pair of main wheels (510) and may be positioned at the bottom of the storage part (100). Various components may be seated on the upper side of the moving plate (550). The opening / closing part (400) may be positioned on the upper side of the moving plate (550).

[0072] The main wheel (510) can perform the function of moving the entire cart (600) and the spraying device back and forth and side to side. The main wheel (510) is connected to each end of the moving shaft (520) to perform stable movement.

[0073] Meanwhile, the moving part (500) may further include an auxiliary wheel (560) positioned at the bottom of the moving plate (550) and an auxiliary wheel brake (570) that selectively restricts the rotation of the auxiliary wheel (560). When operation of the moving part (500) is not required, the auxiliary wheel brake (570) can be changed to a locked state to prevent the wheel from performing unnecessary rolling motion. Thus, there is an effect of improving user safety.

[0074] Meanwhile, the moving part (500) may further include a drive system (580). The drive system (580) can perform the function of transmitting power from the moving motor (530) to the moving shaft (520). The drive system (580) may include a drive gear (581) connected to the moving motor (530) or the reduction gear (540), an operating gear (582) fixed to the moving shaft (520) to rotate the moving shaft (520), and a chain (583) connecting the drive gear (581) and the operating gear (582). Through this, the rotational force generated from the moving motor (530) is transmitted to the moving shaft (520), thereby enabling the main wheel (510) to operate. Additionally, at least a portion of the operating gear (582) may be positioned at the bottom of the moving plate (550). The above chain (583) can pass through the above moving plate (550) to connect the driving gear (581) and the operating gear (582).

[0075] Additionally, the drive system (580) may include a drive support (586) that supports a reduction gear (540) or a moving motor (530). The drive support (586) may be fixed on a moving plate (550) to support a part of the drive system (580).

[0076] Additionally, the drive system (580) may include an upper cover (584) that covers the moving motor (530), the reduction gear (540), and a part of the drive system (580). Additionally, the drive system (580) may include a lower cover (585) that covers a part of the drive system (580). The upper cover (584) may be coupled to the upper surface of the moving plate (550), and the lower cover (585) may be coupled to the lower surface of the moving plate (550). Through this, the power transmission components of the drive system (580) can be protected from external foreign matter or impact.

[0077] Meanwhile, the drive system (580) may be optionally configured to connect the moving motor (530) and the reduction gear (540) to the moving shaft (520). Although not illustrated, the moving part (500) may include a clutch bearing capable of optionally connecting or disconnecting the drive system (580) and the moving shaft (520). The clutch bearing may be configured to cut off power transmitted to the moving shaft (520) so that the moving shaft (520) can move freely when the user manually drives the cart part (600). The clutch bearing may act on the drive system (580), but is not limited thereto. The clutch bearing may be configured to cut off power transmission between the moving motor (530) and the reduction gear (540). The clutch bearing may be applied in various ways in addition to the examples described above.

[0078] Additionally, the cart unit (600) may further include a battery (630) that supplies power to the moving motor (530). The battery (630) can perform the function of supplying power required for the moving motor (530) as well as the spraying unit (300) and stirring unit (200) described above. The battery (630) may be supported on the upper side of the moving plate (550). Although not illustrated, a battery cover surrounding the battery (630) may be provided to prevent the battery (630) from being exposed to the outside.

[0079] When the battery (630) is discharged, the user can manually move the cart (600) by operating the clutch bearing.

[0080] Meanwhile, the above-mentioned control unit (620) may include a plurality of control buttons. The above-mentioned control unit (620) may include a power button (621) for turning the power of the cart unit (600) on or off. Additionally, the control unit (620) may include a movement speed control unit (622) for controlling the movement speed of the above-mentioned movement unit (500). The speed of the movement motor (530) can be controlled by operating the movement speed control unit (622). Additionally, the control unit (620) may include a movement direction control unit (623). The rotation direction of the movement motor (530) can be controlled by operating the movement direction control unit (623). Thus, the forward and backward settings can be changed. The control unit (620) may include a function unit (624). The function unit (624) may refer to a button for using a function added to the sprayer (1). For example, if the sprayer (1) is equipped with a light that emits light, the functional part (624) can be used to turn the light on or off. Additionally, the functional part (624) can adjust the driving speed of the spraying part (300) to change the speed at which the spraying target is sprayed to be faster or slower.

[0081] FIG. 4 is an exploded perspective view of a spraying unit according to an embodiment of the present invention. FIG. 5 is a view of a cover unit according to an embodiment of the present invention from the lower side. FIG. 6 is a view of a rotating unit according to an embodiment of the present invention from the lower and upper sides. FIG. 7 is a view of a control unit according to an embodiment of the present invention from the lower and upper sides. FIG. 8 is a view of an opening / closing unit according to an embodiment of the present invention from the rear. FIG. 9 is an exploded perspective view of an opening / closing unit according to an embodiment of the present invention from the rear.

[0082] The configurations of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 1 to 9.

[0083] A sprayer (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention may include a storage body (110) having an open upper side and forming a storage space for receiving a spraying target, a storage discharge hole (120) formed to penetrate the lower part of the storage body (110) and for discharging a spraying target received in the storage space downward, a spraying unit (300) having at least a portion disposed lower than the storage unit (100) and spraying a spraying target discharged from the storage discharge hole (120) forward, a cart unit connected to the storage unit (100) or the spraying unit (300) to support the storage unit (100) or the spraying unit (300), and a moving unit (500) connected to the cart unit to move the cart unit.

[0084] The spraying unit (300) may include a rotating unit (320) that receives a spraying target supplied through a storage discharge hole (120) and rotates the supplied spraying target, a cover unit (310) that is positioned between the storage discharge hole (120) and the rotating unit (320) and covers the upper and rear sides of the rotating unit (320) and includes a cover hole (312) that communicates with the storage discharge hole (120), a base (340) that is positioned at the bottom of the rotating unit (320) and is coupled to the cover unit (310) to accommodate the rotating unit (320), a motor unit (350) that rotates the rotating unit (320) and has a portion of the base (340) penetrating the base (340) and connected to the rotating unit (320), and a control unit (330) that is slidably coupled to the cover unit (310) and controls the area where the spraying target is ejected to the outside of the spraying unit (300).

[0085] The rotating part (320) rotates and provides centrifugal force to the spraying target accommodated on the upper side, and the spraying target to which centrifugal force is applied can move in a direction of deviation in the diameter direction of the rotating part (320). At this time, the cover part (310) can restrict the direction in which the spraying target deviates, and the spraying target can be sprayed toward the front that is not shielded by the cover part (310). That is, the cover part (310) can shield the side and rear of the rotating part (320) so that the spraying target can move only toward the front.

[0086] The spraying unit (300) may further include a support unit (360) that connects the upper side of the cover unit (310) and the lower side of the storage unit (100) to fix the spraying unit (300) to the storage unit (100). The support unit (360) may fix the cover unit (310) by hanging the cover unit (310) from the lower side of the storage unit (100).

[0087] The motor unit (350) may include a spraying motor (351) that provides rotational force, a spraying motor shaft (352) extending from the spraying motor (351), and a spraying motor cover (353) that covers the spraying motor (351). The spraying motor cover (353) is connected to the lower side of the support unit (360) to protect the spraying motor (351) from external impacts and foreign substances. The spraying motor shaft (352) may pass through the base (340) and be connected to the rotating unit (320). The spraying motor shaft (352) can rotate the rotating unit (320).

[0088] Meanwhile, the rotating part (320) may include a rotating plate (321) that provides a support surface on which a spraying target is placed, a hollow rotating pipe (322) that extends upward from the rotating plate (321) and prevents the spraying target from moving toward the center of the rotating plate (321), a plurality of rotating wings (323) that extend outward from the outer surface of the rotating pipe (322) and partition the space above the rotating plate (321), and a rotating shaft member (325) that extends from the lower surface of the rotating plate (321) and into which a motor part (350) is inserted.

[0089] The rotating plate (321) may have a position where a spray target can be placed by the rotating pipe (322). A spray target may be placed only on the outer side in the radial direction of the rotating pipe (322). The rotating wing (323) may extend in the radial direction from the outer surface of the rotating pipe (322). The rotating wing (323) may apply an external force in a direction perpendicular to the rotating wing (323) to the spray target placed on the rotating plate (321). Through this, the spray target may be supported by the rotating wing (323) and the rotating plate (321) and rotate. That is, centrifugal force may be applied to the spray target by the rotating wing (323).

[0090] The spraying motor shaft (352) can be accommodated in the rotating shaft portion (325). The spraying motor shaft (352) can be fixed to the rotating shaft portion (325). Accordingly, the rotating plate (321) can rotate together with the spraying motor shaft (352).

[0091] Meanwhile, the cover portion (310) may include a cover plate (311) positioned above the rotating portion (320) and facing the rotating plate (321), with a cover hole (312) formed through the lower part of the storage discharge hole (120), a cover wall (313) extending from the cover plate (311) toward the rotating plate (321) to limit the area from which a spraying target placed on the rotating plate (321) escapes, and a hollow cover pipe (314) extending downward from the cover plate (311) to accommodate a part of the rotating pipe (322).

[0092] A spray target contained in the storage unit (100) can move toward the rotating unit (320) through the cover hole (312) formed in the cover plate (311). The cover hole (312) can be positioned at a radial distance from the center of the cover plate (311). The cover wall (313) can be positioned to cover the side and rear of the rotating unit (320). The cover wall (313) can extend downward from the cover plate (311). That is, the cover plate (311) and the cover wall (313) can restrict the path through which the spray target seated on the rotating unit (320) can move. Additionally, the cover pipe (314), together with the rotating pipe (322), can partition the space so that the spray target is positioned at a radial distance from the center of the rotating unit (320). This has the effect of applying a greater centrifugal force to the spray target.

[0093] The rotating part (320) further includes a wing recess (324) formed by sinking downward in a portion adjacent to the rotating pipe (322) among the upper surfaces of a plurality of rotating wings (323), and the lower end of the cover pipe (314) can be received in the wing recess (324) and positioned between the rotating wing (323) and the rotating pipe (322).

[0094] The wing recess (324) can be formed to accommodate the cover pipe (314). This has the effect of preventing the spraying target from moving into the inside of the cover pipe (314) or the rotating pipe (322). Therefore, it has the effect of effectively transmitting centrifugal force to the spraying target.

[0095] Meanwhile, the cover portion (310) may include a cover fastening portion (316) protruding from the outside of the cover plate (311). The cover fastening portion (316) may be used to be fastened to the base (340). The base (340) may include a base plate (341) facing the rotation plate (321) and a base fastening portion (342) protruding outward from the perimeter of the base plate (341). The cover fastening portion (316) and the base fastening portion (342) may be fastened together at once to form a space in which the rotation portion (320) is accommodated inside.

[0096] Additionally, the cover portion (310) may further include a cover fixing portion (315) to which the adjustment portion (330) is attached. The adjustment portion (330) is attached to the cover fixing portion (315) and may be fixed at various positions on the cover portion (310). The specific structure will be described later.

[0097] Meanwhile, the above adjustment unit (330) comprises an adjustment plate (331) coupled to the upper side of the cover plate (311), an adjustment wall (332) extending downward from the adjustment plate (331) and located on the outer side of the cover wall (313) and limiting the area where a spraying target seated on the rotating plate (321) escapes to the outside of the spraying unit (300), an adjustment hole (333) formed by penetrating the adjustment plate (331), an adjustment fixing member (336) penetrating the adjustment hole (333) and fixing the adjustment plate (331) onto the cover plate (311), an adjustment guide (335) extending downward from the lower surface of the adjustment plate (331) to accommodate the adjustment fixing member (336) and guide the movement of the adjustment plate (331), and an adjustment guide (335) extending upward from the circumference of the adjustment hole (333) and It may include a control hole rib (334) that supports the control fixing member (336).

[0098] The above adjustment fixing member (336) can connect the adjustment plate (331) and the cover part (310) through the adjustment hole (333). The above adjustment fixing member (336) can be connected to the aforementioned cover fixing part (315). The above adjustment fixing member (336) can be provided in a shape such as a bolt. The above adjustment fixing member (336) can be located in various areas of the adjustment hole (333). Once the position is fixed, the above adjustment fixing member (336) can be placed only in the fixed position of the adjustment hole (333).

[0099] The above-mentioned control wall (332) can limit the area where a spraying target, to which centrifugal force is applied on the rotating part (320), can escape from the spraying part (300). When the control fixing member (336) is fixed while positioned in front of the control hole (333), most of the control wall (332) can be positioned so that most of its area overlaps with the cover wall (313). On the other hand, when the control fixing member (336) is fixed while positioned behind the control hole (333), only a portion of the control wall (332) can be positioned so that it overlaps with the cover wall (313). Therefore, the control wall (332) can limit most of the area where a spraying target can escape from the spraying part (300).

[0100] That is, the above-mentioned control unit (330) can set the trajectory of the spraying target being sprayed from the spraying unit (300). If the above-mentioned control unit (330) moves forward, the area where the spraying target is sprayed may be narrowed. If the above-mentioned control unit (330) moves backward, the area where the spraying target is sprayed may be narrowed.

[0101] The above adjustment unit (330) may be arranged in pairs on the cover unit (310). The pair of adjustment units (330) may be adjusted individually. The user may fix the adjustment unit (330) at various positions according to the desired spraying trajectory.

[0102] Meanwhile, the adjustment hole rib (334) may extend upward along the circumference of the adjustment hole (333) from the upper side of the adjustment plate (331). The adjustment hole rib (334) may support the lower side of the adjustment fixing member (336). The adjustment hole rib (334) may perform the function of assisting in the connection of the adjustment fixing member (336).

[0103] Meanwhile, a sprayer (1) according to one embodiment of the present invention may further include an opening / closing part (400) disposed between the storage discharge hole (120) and the cover hole (312) to control the degree of opening of the storage discharge hole (120).

[0104] The above opening / closing part (400) may be located between the storage part (100) and the cover part (310). The above opening / closing part (400) can adjust the opening area of ​​the storage discharge hole (120). Accordingly, the above opening / closing part (400) can control the flow rate of the spraying target moving through the storage discharge hole (120).

[0105] The above opening / closing part (400) may include an opening / closing member (410) that is movable in the forward / backward direction between the storage discharge hole (120) and the cover hole (312) to adjust the opening area of ​​the storage discharge hole (120), and a support member (420) that supports the opening / closing member (410) so as to be slidably supported.

[0106] The opening / closing member (410) can be slidably moved in the forward and backward directions. The opening / closing member (410) may be movably provided on the support member (420) between a first position that completely closes the storage discharge hole (120) and a second position that completely opens the storage discharge hole (120).

[0107] The position where the above-mentioned opening / closing member (410) moves to the furthest forward can be defined as the first position, and the position where the above-mentioned opening / closing member (410) moves to the furthest rear can be defined as the second position.

[0108] Meanwhile, the above-mentioned opening / closing member (410) may include an opening / closing body (411) movable between the storage discharge hole (120) and the cover hole (312), an opening / closing handle (412) provided to be gripped and extending rearward from the opening / closing body (411), and an opening / closing stopper (413) protruding upward from the opening / closing body (411) to prevent the opening / closing body (411) from moving forward from the first position.

[0109] When the opening / closing member (410) moves to the first position, the opening / closing stopper (413) can come into contact with the outer surface of the storage body (110). The opening / closing member (410) can protrude higher than the gap between the opening / closing body (411) and the storage discharge hole (120) to perform the stopper function.

[0110] Additionally, the support member (420) may include a support base (421) located at the lower part of the opening / closing body (411) to support the lower side of the opening / closing body (411), a support cover (422) coupled to the upper side of the support base (421) to prevent the opening / closing body (411) from moving upward, and a support stopper (423) protruding from the support base (421) and positioned to face the rear end of the opening / closing body (411) to prevent the opening / closing body (411) from moving backward from the second position.

[0111] When the opening / closing body (411) moves to the first position, the support stopper (423) can come into contact with the opening / closing body (411). That is, the support stopper (423) can restrict the movement of the opening / closing member (410) while in contact with the opening / closing body (411).

[0112] The above opening / closing unit (400) may have a support base (421) installed on a movable plate (550), an opening / closing member (410) seated on the support base (421), and a support cover (422) connected to the support base (421) above the opening / closing member (410). When such connection is implemented, the opening / closing member (410) may be restricted from moving further back than the second position by the support stopper (423) when moving backward. Additionally, when all components such as the storage unit (100) are installed, the opening / closing member (410) may be restricted from moving further forward than the first position by the storage unit (100) when moving forward.

[0113] Through this, the opening / closing part (400) can effectively control the degree of opening of the storage discharge hole (120) by moving within a predetermined position. This allows the user to control the amount of spraying of the target object.

[0114] Although embodiments of the present invention have been described in more detail with reference to the attached drawings, the present invention is not necessarily limited to these embodiments and may be modified in various ways within the scope of the technical spirit of the present invention. Accordingly, the embodiments disclosed in the present invention are intended to explain, not limit, the technical spirit of the present invention, and the scope of the technical spirit of the present invention is not limited by these embodiments. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood as illustrative in all respects and not restrictive. The scope of protection of the present invention shall be interpreted by the claims below, and all technical spirits within an equivalent scope shall be interpreted as being included within the scope of rights of the present invention.

[0115] Therefore, other implementations, other embodiments, and equivalents to the claims also fall within the scope of the claims set forth below.

Claims

1. A storage body (110) having an open upper side and forming a storage space for accommodating a spraying target, and a storage discharge hole (120) formed to penetrate the lower part of the storage body (110) and discharges the spraying target accommodated in the storage space downward; A spraying unit (300) having at least a portion positioned below the storage unit (100) and spraying a spraying target discharged from the storage discharge hole (120) forward; A cart (600) connected to the storage unit (100) or the spraying unit (300) and supporting the storage unit (100) or the spraying unit (300); and It includes a moving part (500) connected to the cart part (600) and moving the cart part (600); The above spraying unit (300) A rotating part (320) that receives a spraying target supplied through the storage discharge hole (120) and rotates the supplied spraying target; A cover part (310) disposed between the storage discharge hole (120) and the rotating part (320) to cover the upper and rear sides of the rotating part (320) and including a cover hole (312) communicating with the storage discharge hole (120); A base (340) positioned at the lower part of the rotating part (320) and coupled with the cover part (310) to accommodate the rotating part (320); A motor part (350) that rotates the rotating part (320) and has a portion of the lower part of the base (340) penetrating the base (340) and connected to the rotating part (320); and A sprayer comprising: a control unit (330) that is slidably coupled to the cover unit (310) and controls the area where a spraying target deviates to the outside of the spray unit (300).

2. In Paragraph 1, The above rotating part (320) A rotating plate (321) that provides a support surface on which a spray target is placed; A hollow rotating pipe (322) that extends upward from the rotating plate (321) and prevents the spraying target from moving toward the center of the rotating plate (321); A plurality of rotating wings (323) extending outward from the outer surface of the rotating pipe (322) and partitioning the space above the rotating plate (321); and A sprayer characterized by including a rotating shaft member (325) that extends from the lower surface of the rotating plate (321) and into which the motor member (350) is inserted.

3. In Paragraph 2, The above cover portion (310) A cover plate (311) positioned above the rotating part (320) and facing the rotating plate (321), with the cover hole (312) formed through the lower part of the storage discharge hole (120); A cover wall (313) extending from the cover plate (311) toward the rotating plate (321) and limiting the area from which a spray target placed on the rotating plate (321) is removed; and A sprayer characterized by including a hollow cover pipe (314) that extends downward from the cover plate (311) and accommodates a part of the rotating pipe (322).

4. In Paragraph 3, The above-mentioned rotating part (320) further includes a wing recess (324) in which a portion adjacent to the rotating pipe (322) among the upper surfaces of the plurality of rotating wings (323) is formed to be sunken downward. A sprayer characterized in that the lower end of the cover pipe (314) is received in the wing recess (324) and is positioned between the rotating wing (323) and the rotating pipe (322).

5. In Paragraph 4, The above adjustment unit (330) An adjustment plate (331) coupled to the upper side of the above cover plate (311); A control wall (332) that extends downward from the control plate (331) and is located on the outside of the cover wall (313), and limits the area where a spraying target placed on the rotating plate (321) escapes to the outside of the spraying section (300); A control hole (333) formed by penetrating the above control plate (331); A fixing member (336) that fixes the adjusting plate (331) onto the cover plate (311) by passing through the adjusting hole (333); A control guide (335) that extends downward from the lower surface of the control plate (331) to accommodate the control fixing member (336) and guide the movement of the control plate (331); and A sprayer characterized by including a control hole rib (334) that extends upward from the circumference of the control hole (333) and supports the control fixing member (336).

6. In Paragraph 5, It further includes an opening / closing part (400) disposed between the storage discharge hole (120) and the cover hole (312) to control the degree of opening of the storage discharge hole (120), and The above opening / closing part (400) An opening / closing member (410) configured to be movable in the forward and backward direction between the storage discharge hole (120) and the cover hole (312) to adjust the opening area of ​​the storage discharge hole (120); It includes a support member (420) that supports the opening / closing member (410) so as to be slidably supported; and A sprayer characterized in that the above opening / closing member (410) is movable between a first position that completely closes the storage discharge hole (120) and a second position that completely opens the storage discharge hole (120) on the above support member (420).

7. In Paragraph 6, At least a portion thereof is located inside the storage unit (100), and further includes a stirring unit (200) for stirring a spraying target contained in the storage space, and The above stirring unit (200) A stirring motor (210) that provides power; A stirring bracket (220) coupled to the inner surface of the storage body (110) and supporting the stirring motor (210); and A sprayer comprising a stirring shaft (230) connected to and configured to rotate by the stirring motor (210) above.

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