A device for cleaning lime kiln nodules
By designing an automated lime kiln nodule cleaning device, which utilizes a motor-driven hammering and shoveling mechanism, the problems of labor-intensive and safety hazards associated with manual cleaning are solved, achieving efficient and safe nodule cleaning results.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2022-12-13
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-03
AI Technical Summary
In existing technologies, cleaning lime kiln nodules requires manual knocking, which is labor-intensive, poses safety hazards, and affects the lifespan of the kiln and the quality of lime production.
Design an automatic knocking device for cleaning lime kiln nodules, including a protective cylinder, a liquid tank, a first knocker, a vibration impact mechanism, a side knocking mechanism, a shoveling mechanism, a liquid discharge mechanism, and a portable mechanism. The first knocker is driven by a motor to move up and down, and the automatic cleaning is achieved by combining side knocking and shoveling.
The system automates the cleaning of lime kiln nodules, saving manpower, improving cleaning efficiency, reducing the risk of personal injury, and further accelerating nodule removal through refrigerant-assisted cleaning.
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Abstract
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Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to an apparatus for cleaning nodules, and more particularly to an apparatus for cleaning nodules in lime kilns. Background Technology
[0002] People often use limestone to produce lime in kilns. During the production process, excessive heat input and prolonged calcination time cause the molten lime to adhere to the kiln wall, forming lime kiln nodules. This affects the service life of the kiln and the quality of lime production. Therefore, people regularly clean the nodules in the lime kiln. The existing cleaning method mainly involves manually breaking the nodules into small pieces with tools and removing them. Since there are many nodules, prolonged hammering can easily injure the hands and is also labor-intensive. Therefore, a cleaning device needs to be designed.
[0003] We have designed an automatic knocking device for cleaning lime kiln nodules, which overcomes the need for manual knocking and the high labor costs of existing cleaning methods. Summary of the Invention
[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this invention provides an automatic hammering device for cleaning lime kiln nodules, overcoming the drawbacks of existing cleaning methods that require manual hammering and are labor-intensive.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following solution: an apparatus for cleaning lime kiln nodules, comprising:
[0006] The protective cylinder and the liquid tank are connected to the upper right side of the protective cylinder, which is used to hold the refrigerant.
[0007] The first striking device is slidably connected to the lower side of the protective cylinder for striking the nodules in the lime kiln.
[0008] A first compression spring is connected between the first striker and the protective cylinder, and the first compression spring is wrapped around the upper side of the first striker.
[0009] A vibration impact mechanism is provided between the protective cylinder and the first striker. By activating the vibration impact mechanism, the first striker is moved up and down.
[0010] The protective cylinder is equipped with a side-striking mechanism. The side-striking mechanism strikes the side of the lime kiln nodules, making the nodules easier to knock off.
[0011] As an improvement to the above solution, the vibration impact mechanism includes:
[0012] The motor is installed on the upper left side of the protective cylinder to drive the first striker;
[0013] The first rotating frame is connected to the motor output shaft and is rotatably connected to the protective cylinder.
[0014] The second striking device is slidably connected to the upper side of the first striking device;
[0015] A second compression spring is connected between the second striker and the first striker;
[0016] The first connecting rod is rotatably connected to the upper side of the second striking device, and the first rotating frame is rotatably connected to the first connecting rod.
[0017] As an improvement to the above solution, the side-tapping mechanism includes:
[0018] The protective cylinder is equipped with fixed brackets on both the front and rear sides.
[0019] The second rotating frame is rotatably connected to both fixed frames;
[0020] A torsion spring is connected between the front second rotating frame and the front fixed frame, and a torsion spring is connected between the rear second rotating frame and the rear fixed frame. The torsion spring is wrapped around the left side of the second rotating frame.
[0021] The third striking device is slidably connected to the lower side of both second rotating frames for striking the sides of lime kiln nodules.
[0022] Rotating rods are connected to the upper sides of both second rotating frames.
[0023] As an improvement to the above solution, an edge-scraping mechanism for scraping away lime kiln nodules is also included. The edge-scraping mechanism includes:
[0024] Limit bracket, the lower right side of the protective cylinder is connected to the limit bracket;
[0025] The third rotating frame is connected to the upper right side of the second rotating frame on the front side, and a sliding groove is opened on the lower right side of the protective cylinder;
[0026] The slider is slidably connected within the slide groove, and the slider is slidably connected to the third rotating frame.
[0027] The second connecting rod is connected to the right side of the slider, and the second connecting rod is slidably connected to the limit frame.
[0028] The threaded shovel holder is connected to the right side of the second connecting rod by a threaded connection.
[0029] As an improvement to the above solution, a limiting mechanism for adjusting the length of the third beater is also included. The limiting mechanism includes:
[0030] The third compression spring; three slots are evenly opened on the outer side of the second rotating frame; and the upper side of the two third strikers is connected to the third compression spring.
[0031] Limiters are connected to the outer sides of both third compression springs.
[0032] As an improvement to the above solution, a liquid dispensing mechanism for automatic liquid dispensing is also included, the liquid dispensing mechanism comprising:
[0033] A water pump is installed on the bottom right side of the liquid tank;
[0034] The water pump has an outlet pipe connected to its lower side.
[0035] A closing plate is slidably connected to the upper side of the liquid tank;
[0036] A fixing plate is connected to the upper right side of the protective cylinder;
[0037] The right side of the fixing plate has a locking pin for sliding connection.
[0038] The fourth compression spring is connected between the locking pin and the fixing plate, and the fourth compression spring is wrapped around the upper side of the locking pin;
[0039] A switch is installed on the top left side of the protective cylinder, and the switch is electrically connected to the water pump.
[0040] As an improvement to the above solution, a portable mechanism is also included to facilitate the movement of the protective cylinder. This portable mechanism includes:
[0041] Damping retainer: A damping retainer is rotatably connected to the lower left side of the protective cylinder;
[0042] The sleeve and the damping retainer are rotatably connected to the sleeve on both the front and rear sides.
[0043] The telescopic rod is a sliding connection between two sleeves.
[0044] As an improvement to the above solution, the third striker is made of damping material.
[0045] The advantages of this invention are: 1. This invention achieves automatic knocking by having the first knocker come into contact with the lime kiln nodules, and then having people start the motor to make the first knocker move up and down to knock the lime kiln nodules, thus saving manpower.
[0046] 2. The rotation of the second rotating frame on the front side drives the rotation of the third rotating frame, thereby causing the slider and the second connecting rod to move up and down, which in turn causes the threaded shovel frame to move up and down to shovel the nodules in the lime kiln, thus achieving the effect of automatic shoveling.
[0047] 3. When people press the switch, the water pump is turned on, which allows the refrigerant in the liquid tank to be discharged through the liquid outlet pipe to contact the lime kiln nodules, thereby achieving an automatic cooling effect and making it easier to knock off the lime kiln nodules. Attached Figure Description
[0048] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.
[0049] Figure 2 This is a partial three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the present invention.
[0050] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the first type of vibration impact mechanism of the present invention.
[0051] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the second three-dimensional structure of the vibration impact mechanism of the present invention.
[0052] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the third three-dimensional structure of the vibration impact mechanism of the present invention.
[0053] Figure 6 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the side-tapping mechanism of the present invention.
[0054] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the first three-dimensional structure of the edge-scraping mechanism of the present invention.
[0055] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of a second three-dimensional structure of the edge-scraping mechanism of the present invention.
[0056] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the first three-dimensional structure of the limiting mechanism of the present invention.
[0057] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of a second three-dimensional structure of the limiting mechanism of the present invention.
[0058] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the first three-dimensional structure of the liquid dispensing mechanism of the present invention.
[0059] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of a second three-dimensional structure of the liquid dispensing mechanism of the present invention.
[0060] Figure 13 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the portable mechanism of the present invention.
[0061] In the attached diagram, the following are the reference numerals: 1-protective cylinder, 2-first striker, 3-first compression spring, 4-liquid tank, 5-vibration impact mechanism, 51-motor, 52-first rotating frame, 53-first connecting rod, 54-second striker, 55-second compression spring, 6-side striking mechanism, 61-fixed frame, 62-second rotating frame, 63-torsion spring, 64-third striker, 65-rotating rod, 7-edge-scraping mechanism, 71-third rotating frame, 72-... - Slider, 73- Second connecting rod, 74- Limiting bracket, 75- Threaded shovel bracket, 76- Slide groove, 8- Limiting mechanism, 81- Limiter, 82- Third compression spring, 83- Slot, 9- Discharge mechanism, 91- Water pump, 92- Discharge pipe, 93- Closing plate, 94- Locking pin, 95- Fourth compression spring, 96- Fixing plate, 97- Switch, 10- Portable mechanism, 101- Damping retainer, 102- Sleeve, 103- Telescopic rod. Detailed Implementation
[0062] The present invention will now be further described with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments:
[0063] Example 1
[0064] A device for cleaning lime kiln nodules, now referenced. Figure 1 and Figure 2 It includes a protective cylinder 1, a first striker 2, a first compression spring 3, a liquid tank 4, a vibration impact mechanism 5, and a side striking mechanism 6. The liquid tank 4 is connected to the upper right side of the protective cylinder 1. The first striker 2 is slidably connected to the lower inner side of the protective cylinder 1. The vibration impact mechanism 5 is provided between the protective cylinder 1 and the first striker 2. The first compression spring 3 is connected between the first striker 2 and the protective cylinder 1. The first compression spring 3 is wrapped around the upper side of the first striker 2. The side striking mechanism 6 is provided on the protective cylinder 1.
[0065] For reference Figure 1 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 The vibration impact mechanism 5 includes a motor 51, a first rotating frame 52, a first connecting rod 53, a second striker 54, and a second compression spring 55. The motor 51 is fixed to the upper left side of the protective cylinder 1 by bolts. The first rotating frame 52 is connected to the output shaft of the motor 51. The first rotating frame 52 is rotatably connected to the protective cylinder 1. The second striker 54 is slidably connected to the upper inner side of the first striker 2. The second compression spring 55 is connected between the second striker 54 and the first striker 2. The first connecting rod 53 is rotatably connected to the upper side of the second striker 54. The first rotating frame 52 is rotatably connected to the first connecting rod 53.
[0066] For reference Figure 1 and Figure 6The side striking mechanism 6 includes a fixed frame 61, a second rotating frame 62, a torsion spring 63, a third striking device 64, and a rotating rod 65. Fixed frames 61 are welded to both the front and rear sides of the protective cylinder 1. A second rotating frame 62 is rotatably connected to each of the two fixed frames 61. A torsion spring 63 is connected between the front second rotating frame 62 and the front fixed frame 61. A torsion spring 63 is connected between the rear second rotating frame 62 and the rear fixed frame 61. The torsion spring 63 is wrapped around the left side of the second rotating frame 62. A third striking device 64 is slidably connected to the lower side of each of the two second rotating frames 62. The third striking device 64 is made of damping material. A rotating rod 65 is connected to the upper side of each of the two second rotating frames 62. After the first striking device 2 moves, it contacts the rotating rod 65.
[0067] When cleaning lime kiln nodules is necessary, this cleaning device can be used. First, refrigerant is poured into the liquid tank 4, and the third beater 64 is moved adaptively according to the location of the nodules. Then, the refrigerant is poured onto the nodules, freezing them. Next, the protective cylinder 1 is inserted into the lime kiln, bringing the first beater 2 into contact with the nodules. Then, the motor 51 is started, and the output shaft of the motor 51 rotates, driving the first rotating frame 52 to rotate, which in turn causes the first connecting rod 53 to rotate. When the first rotating frame 52 rotates downward, it drives the first connecting rod 53 downward, causing the second beater 54 to move downward, thus compressing the second compression spring 55. Subsequently, the second beater 54, through the second compression spring 55, drives the first beater 2 downward, compressing the first compression spring 3. When the first rotating frame 52 rotates upward, it drives the first connecting rod 53 upward. The movement causes the second striking device 54 to move upward, thereby stretching the second compression spring 55. Subsequently, the second striking device 54, through the second compression spring 55, drives the first striking device 2 to move upward, stretching the first compression spring 3. The first striking device 2, moving up and down, strikes the lime kiln nodules, knocking them off. Simultaneously, when the first striking device 2 moves upward and contacts the rotating rod 65, it drives the rotating rod 65 to rotate, causing the second rotating frame 62 and the third striking device 64 to rotate, resulting in the torsion spring 63 to twist and deform. When the first striking device 2 moves downward away from the rotating rod 65, the torsion spring 63 returns to its original position, causing the second rotating frame 62 to rotate in the opposite direction, making the rotating rod 65 and the third striking device 64 rotate in the opposite direction. The rotation of the third striking device 64 strikes the side of the lime kiln nodules, thereby accelerating the cleaning effect. When the lime kiln nodules are completely cleaned, the motor 51 is turned off, and the device for cleaning lime kiln nodules is placed properly.
[0068] Example 2
[0069] Based on Example 1, now refer to Figure 1 , Figure 7 and Figure 8 It also includes a shaving mechanism 7, which includes a third rotating frame 71, a slider 72, a second connecting rod 73, a limiting frame 74, and a threaded shaving frame 75. The limiting frame 74 is welded to the lower right side of the protective cylinder 1. The third rotating frame 71 is connected to the upper right side of the second rotating frame 62 on the front side. A sliding groove 76 is opened on the lower right side of the protective cylinder 1. The slider 72 is slidably connected in the sliding groove 76. The slider 72 is slidably connected to the third rotating frame 71. The second connecting rod 73 is connected to the right side of the slider 72. The second connecting rod 73 is slidably connected to the limiting frame 74. The threaded shaving frame 75 is threadedly connected to the right side of the second connecting rod 73.
[0070] For reference Figure 1 , Figure 9 and Figure 10 It also includes a limiting mechanism 8, which includes a limiter 81 and a third compression spring 82. The outer side of the second rotating frame 62 has three slots 83 evenly distributed, and there are six slots 83. The upper side of the inner side of the two third beaters 64 is connected to the third compression spring 82. The outer side of the two third compression springs 82 is connected to the limiter 81 through a hook. The limiter 81 is in contact with the slot 83.
[0071] For reference Figure 1 , Figure 11 and Figure 12 It also includes a liquid dispensing mechanism 9, which includes a water pump 91, a liquid dispensing pipe 92, a closing plate 93, a locking pin 94, a fourth compression spring 95, a fixing plate 96, and a switch 97. The water pump 91 is installed on the bottom right side of the liquid tank 4, and the liquid dispensing pipe 92 is connected to the lower side of the water pump 91. The closing plate 93 is slidably connected to the upper side of the liquid tank 4. The fixing plate 96 is welded to the upper right side of the protective cylinder 1. The locking pin 94 is slidably connected to the right side of the fixing plate 96. The locking pin 94 is in contact with the closing plate 93. The fourth compression spring 95 is connected between the locking pin 94 and the fixing plate 96. The fourth compression spring 95 is wrapped around the upper side of the locking pin 94. The switch 97 is installed on the top left side of the protective cylinder 1. The switch 97 is electrically connected to the water pump 91.
[0072] For reference Figure 1 and Figure 13 It also includes a portable mechanism 10, which includes a damping retainer 101, a sleeve 102 and a telescopic rod 103. The damping retainer 101 is rotatably connected to the lower left side of the protective cylinder 1. The sleeves 102 are rotatably connected to both the front and rear sides of the damping retainer 101. The telescopic rod 103 is slidably connected between the two sleeves 102.
[0073] When it is necessary to remove smaller lime kiln nodules, the threaded shovel frame 75 can be manually rotated, causing it to move as it rotates. When the threaded shovel frame 75 moves to the appropriate position, the rotation of the threaded shovel frame 75 is stopped. Then, the second rotating frame 62 on the front side rotates, driving the third rotating frame 71 to rotate, thereby causing the slider 72 to move downwards. This causes the second connecting rod 73 and the threaded shovel frame 75 to move downwards, and then the threaded shovel frame 75 removes the smaller lime kiln nodules, thus achieving the removal effect. The second rotating frame 62 on the front side rotates in the opposite direction, driving the third rotating frame 71 to rotate in the opposite direction, causing the slider 72 to move upwards, thereby causing the second connecting rod 73 and the threaded shovel frame 75 to move upwards.
[0074] When it is necessary to move the third tapper 64 according to the location of the lime kiln nodule, the limiter 81 can be moved inward manually, thereby compressing the third compression spring 82. When the limiter 81 moves away from the slot 83, the third tapper 64 can be moved manually, thereby moving the limiter 81. When the limiter 81 moves to the appropriate position of the slot 83, the third compression spring 82 resets and drives the limiter 81 to move outward into the slot 83, thus achieving the adjustment effect.
[0075] First, people manually move the locking pin 94 upwards, which stretches the fourth compression spring 95. When the locking pin 94 moves upwards away from the closing plate 93, people can manually move the closing plate 93 to the right, opening the liquid tank 4. Then, people pour refrigerant into the liquid tank 4. After pouring, people manually move the closing plate 93 to the left to the appropriate position, and then release the locking pin 94, which resets the fourth compression spring 95 and moves the locking pin 94 downwards into the closing plate 93. When people need to cool the lime kiln nodules, they first contact the outlet pipe 92 with the lime kiln nodules. Then, they can press the switch 97 to turn on the water pump 91, which then discharges the refrigerant through the outlet pipe 92 to contact the lime kiln nodules, thus achieving the effect of discharging liquid. Cooling the lime kiln nodules makes cleaning faster. When people no longer need cooling, they can press the switch 97 again to turn off the water pump 91.
[0076] When the first hammer 2 needs to be inserted into the lime kiln, the telescopic rod 103 can be manually moved upward to a suitable position to extend it. Then, the telescopic rod 103 can be manually rotated as needed, causing the sleeve 102 to rotate. When the angle of the protective sleeve 1 needs to be changed, the sleeve 102 can be manually rotated, causing the damping retainer 101 to rotate. Then, the protective sleeve 1 can be inserted into the lime kiln, bringing the first hammer 2 into contact with the lime kiln nodules, thus achieving a portable effect. When the cleaning is complete, the protective sleeve 1 is pulled out of the lime kiln. Then, the telescopic rod 103 is manually moved downward to a suitable position to shorten it. Then, the telescopic rod 103 can be manually rotated in the opposite direction, causing the sleeve 102 to rotate in the opposite direction. Then, the sleeve 102 can be manually rotated in the opposite direction, causing the damping retainer 101 to rotate in the opposite direction.
[0077] For those skilled in the art, various other corresponding changes and modifications can be made based on the technical solutions and concepts described above, and all such changes and modifications should fall within the protection scope of the claims of this invention.
Claims
1. A device for cleaning lime kiln nodules, characterized in that, Including: The protective cylinder (1) and the liquid tank (4) are connected to the upper right side of the protective cylinder (1) and the liquid tank (4) for holding refrigerant. The first striking device (2) is slidably connected to the lower side of the protective cylinder (1) for striking the nodules in the lime kiln. A first compression spring (3) is connected between the first striker (2) and the protective cylinder (1). The first compression spring (3) is wrapped around the upper side of the first striker (2). Vibration impact mechanism (5): A vibration impact mechanism (5) is provided between the protective cylinder (1) and the first striker (2). By activating the vibration impact mechanism (5), the first striker (2) is driven to move up and down. Side-striking mechanism (6): The protective cylinder (1) is equipped with a side-striking mechanism (6). The side-striking mechanism (6) is used to strike the side of the lime kiln nodule, making it easier to knock off the lime kiln nodule. The side-tapping mechanism (6) includes: The front and rear sides of the protective cylinder (1) are both connected to the fixed frame (61). The second rotating frame (62) is rotatably connected to both fixed frames (61). Torsion spring (63), a torsion spring (63) is connected between the front second rotating frame (62) and the front fixed frame (61), a torsion spring (63) is connected between the rear second rotating frame (62) and the rear fixed frame (61), and the torsion spring (63) is wrapped around the left side of the second rotating frame (62); The third beater (64) is slidably connected to the lower side of the two second rotating frames (62) for beating the sides of the lime kiln nodules. Rotating rod (65), and rotating rod (65) are connected to the upper side of both second rotating frames (62). It also includes a scraping mechanism (7) for scraping away lime kiln nodules, the scraping mechanism (7) including: Limiting bracket (74), the lower right side of the protective cylinder (1) is connected to the limiting bracket (74); The third rotating frame (71) is connected to the upper right side of the second rotating frame (62) on the front side, and a sliding groove (76) is opened on the lower right side of the protective cylinder (1). The slider (72) is slidably connected in the groove (76), and the slider (72) is slidably connected to the third rotating frame (71); The second connecting rod (73) is connected to the right side of the slider (72), and the second connecting rod (73) is slidably connected to the limit frame (74); The threaded shovel frame (75) is connected to the right side of the second connecting rod (73) by a threaded connection.
2. The apparatus for cleaning lime kiln nodules according to claim 1, characterized in that, The vibration impact mechanism (5) includes: The motor (51) is installed on the upper left side of the protective cylinder (1) for driving the first striker (2). The first rotating frame (52) is connected to the output shaft of the motor (51), and the first rotating frame (52) is rotatably connected to the protective cylinder (1); The second striking device (54) is slidably connected to the upper inner side of the first striking device (2). The second compression spring (55) is connected between the second striker (54) and the first striker (2). The first connecting rod (53) is rotatably connected to the upper side of the second striking device (54), and the first rotating frame (52) is rotatably connected to the first connecting rod (53).
3. The apparatus for cleaning lime kiln nodules according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a limiting mechanism (8) for adjusting the length of the third striker (64), the limiting mechanism (8) including: The third compression spring (82) and the second rotating frame (62) have three slots (83) evenly opened on the outside. The upper side of the two third beaters (64) are connected to the third compression spring (82). Limiter (81), both third compression springs (82) are connected to limiter (81) on the outside.
4. The apparatus for cleaning lime kiln nodules according to claim 3, characterized in that, It also includes a liquid dispensing mechanism (9) for automatic liquid dispensing, the liquid dispensing mechanism (9) including: Water pump (91) is installed on the bottom right side of liquid tank (4). The outlet pipe (92) is connected to the lower side of the water pump (91); The liquid tank (4) is slidably connected to the closing plate (93). The upper right side of the protective cylinder (1) is connected to the fixing plate (96). The right side of the fixing plate (96) is slidably connected to the locking pin (94). A fourth compression spring (95) is connected between the locking pin (94) and the fixing plate (96), and the fourth compression spring (95) is wrapped around the upper side of the locking pin (94); A switch (97) is installed on the top left side of the protective cylinder (1). The switch (97) is electrically connected to the water pump (91).
5. The apparatus for cleaning lime kiln nodules according to claim 4, characterized in that, It also includes a portable mechanism (10) for easy movement of the protective cylinder (1), the portable mechanism (10) including: Damping retainer (101), the lower left side of the protective cylinder (1) is rotatably connected to the damping retainer (101). Sleeve (102) and damping retainer (101) are rotatably connected to sleeve (102) on both the front and rear sides. The telescopic rod (103) is slidably connected between the two sleeves (102).
6. The apparatus for cleaning lime kiln nodules according to claim 1, characterized in that, The third striker (64) is made of damping material.
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