An ultrasonic food slitting apparatus

Abstract

The application discloses an ultrasonic food slitting device, which comprises an ultrasonic cutting tool head and an ultrasonic booster, the ultrasonic booster can drive the ultrasonic cutting tool head to move vertically; two oppositely arranged cover plates, rectangular grooves are formed on the opposite sides of the two cover plates; two rubber blocks are fixedly connected to the opposite sides of the two cover plates respectively, when the two cover plates are closed to each other, the two rubber blocks are tightly attached to form an open cavity which can accommodate. The application adds anhydrous ethanol into the open cavity, and the ultrasonic cutting tool head adhering with oil is placed in the anhydrous ethanol, so that the oil and the anhydrous ethanol are mutually soluble, the oil on the ultrasonic cutting tool head is cleaned, the problem that the oil is not easy to be cleaned by manual cloth wiping and it is difficult to ensure that the bacteria content is not over standard is solved, and the effect that the oil is efficiently cleaned and quickly dried after cleaning is achieved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of food cutting technology, and more particularly to an ultrasonic food cutting device. Background Technology

[0002] In food processing, large pieces of food are usually cut into smaller pieces for easy handling and consumption. Ultrasonic cutting equipment typically includes components such as an ultrasonic generator (power supply), an ultrasonic transducer (transducer), an ultrasonic booster (amplifier), and an ultrasonic cutting tool head (blade). It can cut food containing items such as vegetables, meat, nuts, berries, and fruits without deforming or shifting the internal products.

[0003] The inventors discovered that when using an ultrasonic cutter head to cut dense foods, such as high-fat butter, ultrasonic cutting can reduce the interaction force between the cutter and the material during the cutting process compared to traditional cutting, thus reducing the amount of butter sticking to the cutter head. However, it cannot completely eliminate the problem, so it is still necessary to clean the butter adhering to the ultrasonic cutter head after cutting. This is usually done by wiping with a cloth. On the one hand, wiping with a cloth is slow and not easy to clean thoroughly. On the other hand, since the ultrasonic cutter head is used to cut food, food safety is a high requirement. The cleaning with a cloth involves direct contact with the ultrasonic cutter head, and a small amount of moisture remains on the ultrasonic cutter head after cleaning with a cloth, making it difficult to ensure that the bacterial content of the ultrasonic cutter head does not exceed the standard after cleaning. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide an ultrasonic food cutting device that can efficiently clean the ultrasonic blade after cutting butter, and ensure that the bacterial content of the ultrasonic blade after cleaning meets safety requirements.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0006] An ultrasonic food cutting device, comprising:

[0007] An ultrasonic cutting tool head and an ultrasonic booster, wherein the ultrasonic booster is capable of driving the ultrasonic cutting tool head to move vertically;

[0008] Two cover plates are arranged opposite each other, and a rectangular groove is formed on one side of the two cover plates facing each other;

[0009] Two rubber blocks are fixedly connected to opposite sides of the two cover plates. When the two cover plates come close to each other and close, the two rubber blocks are pressed together to form an open cavity that can accommodate the contents.

[0010] When the ultrasonic cutting tool head is fully inserted into the open chamber, anhydrous ethanol is added to cover the grease adhering to the ultrasonic cutting tool head.

[0011] Preferably, it further includes a collection box, with the two covers located inside the collection box, and the collection box and the two covers having the following relationship:

[0012] Two horizontally arranged fixing rods are fixedly connected at both ends to the inner sidewall of the collection box;

[0013] A fixing block has a fixing groove and is fixedly connected to both sides of the cover plate, and the fixing rod passes through the fixing groove;

[0014] The first spring is sleeved on the outer wall of the fixed rod, and its two ends are respectively connected to the two corresponding fixed blocks. When the two cover plates are closed, the first spring is in a compressed state.

[0015] Preferably, the ultrasonic cutting tool head has fixed protrusions on both sides, and the cover plate has:

[0016] A groove extends through the cover plate;

[0017] The slide plate is slidably connected to the slide groove, with its two ends located on both sides of the cover plate;

[0018] The limiting plate is fixedly connected to the sliding plate;

[0019] The frame is fixed inside the collection box and is slidably limited to the limiting plate;

[0020] Two wedge-shaped blocks, which are designed to work together, are fixed to the cover plate and the sliding plate, respectively.

[0021] When the ultrasonic cutting tool head is fully inserted between the two cover plates, the convex plate presses against the sliding plate, causing the two cover plates to close together.

[0022] Preferably, it includes a storage box for temporarily storing anhydrous ethanol fixed to one side of one of the cover plates, an inlet on the rubber block, and an outlet above the inlet;

[0023] The storage box has:

[0024] The first round rod has one end fixed inside the storage box and has a groove.

[0025] The second round rod has a retaining ring fixedly sleeved at one end, which is slidably connected to the groove body, and the other end is hemispherical in shape and passes through the storage box;

[0026] The second spring is disposed inside the groove, with its two ends connected to the groove and the second round rod respectively, and is always in a compressed state.

[0027] A semi-circular groove is formed on the outer wall of the storage box, and the hemispherical end of the second round rod is located at one end of the semi-circular groove;

[0028] The flow channel is located on the second round rod;

[0029] One of the rubber blocks has:

[0030] An abutment rod is fixed at the feed inlet of the rubber block. The diameter of the abutment rod is smaller than the diameter of the feed inlet. The end of the abutment rod near the storage box is hemispherical in shape, and the hemispherical end is slidably connected to the hemispherical groove.

[0031] A semicircular block protrudes from the rubber block and is integrally formed with the rubber block. The semicircular block is adapted to the semicircular groove and is slidably connected to it.

[0032] An operating method for an ultrasonic food cutting device includes the following steps:

[0033] Two cover plates with rubber blocks are brought close together to form an open chamber that can accommodate the ultrasonic cutting tool head. An appropriate amount of anhydrous ethanol is added to the chamber, and the grease adhering to the ultrasonic cutting tool head is allowed to dissolve with the anhydrous ethanol.

[0034] Preferably, the ultrasonic cutting tool head located inside the open chamber is in operation and has a slight amplitude and high frequency vibration.

[0035] Preferably, a storage box for temporarily storing anhydrous ethanol is added. When the two covers are close together, the anhydrous ethanol gradually flows from the storage box into the open chamber and gradually covers the part of the ultrasonic cutting tool head that is covered with grease. As the anhydrous ethanol gradually enters, the liquid level inside the chamber gradually rises until it flows out from the outlet.

[0036] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0037] This invention cleans the grease from the ultrasonic cutting tool head by adding anhydrous ethanol inside an open chamber and placing the grease-adhered ultrasonic cutting tool head inside, allowing the grease to dissolve in the anhydrous ethanol. This overcomes the problems of manual wiping with cloth, which is difficult to clean thoroughly and ensures that the bacterial content does not exceed the standard. It achieves efficient grease cleaning and rapid drying after cleaning.

[0038] The present invention activates the ultrasonic cutting tool head when grease and anhydrous ethanol are miscible, putting it into working condition. The ultrasonic cutting tool head has slight amplitude and high frequency vibration, which accelerates the miscibility of anhydrous ethanol and grease, thereby speeding up the cleaning of the ultrasonic cutting tool head.

[0039] This invention adds a storage box for temporarily storing anhydrous ethanol. When the two covers are closed, the anhydrous ethanol enters the chamber from the storage box. During this process, the anhydrous ethanol has a clear flow direction and will continuously flow past both sides of the ultrasonic cutting tool head. The anhydrous ethanol continuously advances and reaches the vicinity of the ultrasonic cutting tool head, where it mixes with the grease. Compared to directly immersing in anhydrous ethanol, the flowing anhydrous ethanol can clean the grease adhering to the ultrasonic cutting tool head more quickly. Attached Figure Description

[0040] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the state in which the ultrasonic cutting tool head does not enter between the two cover plates in an ultrasonic food cutting device proposed in this invention.

[0041] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram showing the ultrasonic cutting tool head fully inserted between two cover plates in an ultrasonic food cutting device proposed in this invention.

[0042] Figure 3 for Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the frontal cross-sectional structure;

[0043] Figure 4 for Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the frontal cross-sectional structure;

[0044] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of two rubber blocks in an ultrasonic food cutting device proposed in this invention;

[0045] Figure 6 for Figure 5 Enlarged structural diagram at point A;

[0046] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the storage box in an ultrasonic food cutting device proposed in this invention;

[0047] Figure 8 for Figure 7 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure;

[0048] Figure 9 for Figure 8 A magnified structural diagram at point B in the middle.

[0049] In the diagram: 1. Ultrasonic cutting tool head; 2. Ultrasonic booster; 3. Cover plate; 4. Rectangular groove; 5. Rubber block; 6. Fixing block; 7. Fixing groove; 8. Fixing rod; 9. First spring; 10. Slide groove; 11. Slide plate; 12. Wedge block; 13. Limiting plate; 14. Frame; 15. Protruding plate; 16. Collection box; 17. Storage box; 18. First round rod; 19. Second round rod; 20. Feed inlet; 21. Discharge outlet; 22. Abutment rod; 23. Semicircular groove; 24. Semicircular block; 25. Groove body; 26. Retaining ring; 27. Second spring; 28. Flow channel. Detailed Implementation

[0050] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0051] An ultrasonic food cutting device includes two oppositely arranged cover plates 3. A rectangular groove 4 is opened on one side of each of the two cover plates 3. A rubber block 5 is fixed on the side of the opposite side of the cover plate 3. The rubber block 5 is generally U-shaped and fits against part of the outer periphery of the rectangular groove 4. When the two cover plates 3 are closed, the two rubber blocks 5 fit against each other to form an open cavity that can accommodate food.

[0052] Driven by the ultrasonic booster 2, the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 is gradually introduced into the chamber through the top opening. Then, anhydrous ethanol is quantitatively poured into the chamber, ensuring that the liquid level does not exceed the top of the rubber block 5 and covers the part of the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 that is adhered to with grease. Since grease is a type of oil, and anhydrous ethanol is miscible with oil, the grease adhering to the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 can be dissolved in the anhydrous ethanol, thereby cleaning the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1. After cleaning, the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 is removed from the chamber. Since anhydrous ethanol is easy to evaporate in the air, the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 is dried quickly and clean.

[0053] Alternatively, when anhydrous ethanol and grease are miscible, the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 can be activated to put it into working condition. The ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 will have a slight amplitude and high frequency vibration, which will cause the grease adhering to the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 to collide with the anhydrous ethanol slightly and at high frequency. This will not only prevent the anhydrous ethanol from splashing out of the chamber, but also accelerate the miscibility of anhydrous ethanol and grease, thereby speeding up the cleaning speed of the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1.

[0054] A fixing block 6 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the cover plate 3. The fixing block 6 has a circular fixing groove 7. A fixing rod 8, which is fixed horizontally, passes through the fixing groove 7 of the fixing block 6 on both cover plates 3. A first spring 9 is sleeved on the outer wall of the fixing rod 8. The two ends of the first spring 9 are respectively connected to the fixing blocks 6 of the two cover plates 3, so as to push the cover plates 3 to separate the two cover plates 3.

[0055] The cover plate 3 has a groove 10, which is slidably connected to the slide plate 11. The upper side of the slide plate 11 is fixedly connected to the wedge block 12. The same wedge block 12 is also fixedly connected above the groove 10 of the cover plate 3. The inclined surfaces of the two wedge blocks 12 are in contact with each other. When the two wedge blocks 12 are combined to form a complete rectangular block, the two cover plates 3 are farthest apart.

[0056] A collection box 16 with an open top is set around the two cover plates 3. Two fixing rods 8 are fixed to the inner side wall of the collection box 16. When anhydrous ethanol miscible with oil flows out from between the two cover plates 3, it will be automatically collected inside the collection box 16, which facilitates the subsequent centralized treatment of anhydrous ethanol miscible with oil.

[0057] A limiting plate 13 is fixed to the lower side of the slide plate 11, and a frame 14 is fixed inside the collection box 16. The limiting plate 13 is slidably connected to the frame 14 and is restricted to prevent the slide plate 11 from falling out of the slide groove 10.

[0058] Convex plates 15 are fixed on both sides of the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1. In specific operation, the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 is gradually inserted into the cavity from the top opening of the cavity under the drive of the ultrasonic booster 2. The convex plates 15 on both sides will touch the two sliding plates 11 and simultaneously drive the sliding plates 11 to slide downward. The wedge block 12 fixed to the sliding plate 11 slides downward, thereby acting on the wedge block 12 fixed to the cover plate 3, thus pushing the two cover plates 3 to overcome the elastic force of the first spring 9 and close together. The greater the pressure of the convex plate 15 on the sliding plate 11, the tighter the contact between the two rubber blocks 5. When the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 enters between the two cover plates 3, the two cover plates 3 close together. When the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 moves away from between the two cover plates 3, the two cover plates 3 separate, so that the anhydrous ethanol miscible with grease flows out automatically from between the two cover plates 3, which facilitates the automatic discharge and treatment of anhydrous ethanol and facilitates the subsequent cleaning of the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 and the pouring of new anhydrous ethanol.

[0059] A storage box 17 is fixed to one side of one of the cover plates 3. Anhydrous ethanol is temporarily stored inside the storage box 17. A first round rod 18 is fixedly connected inside the storage box 17. A second round rod 19 is elastically connected inside the first round rod 18. One end of the second round rod 19 passes through the side wall of the storage box 17 and is hemispherical. Both rubber blocks 5 have semicircular inlets 20 and outlets 21. The outlet 21 is higher than the inlet 20. The inlet 20 is close to the side of the storage box 17. An abutment rod 22 is fixed to the inlet 20 of one of the rubber blocks 5. The diameter of the abutment rod 22 is smaller than the diameter of the inlet 20. One end of the abutment rod 22 is hemispherical. A semicircular groove 23 is provided on the outer wall of the storage box 17. A semicircular block 24 protrudes outward from the outer wall of the rubber block 5 with the abutment rod 22. The semicircular block 24 is adapted to the semicircular groove 23.

[0060] The first round rod 18 has a groove 25 inside. The outer wall of the second round rod 19 is fixedly sleeved with a retaining ring 26. The retaining ring 26 is slidably connected to the groove 25. The groove 25 is provided with a second spring 27. The two ends of the second spring 27 are respectively connected to the groove 25 and the second round rod 19, and the second spring 27 is always in a compressed state. The outer wall of the second round rod 19 has a flow channel 28.

[0061] In specific operation, the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 is gradually inserted into the chamber through the top opening under the drive of the ultrasonic booster 2. The two rubber blocks 5 abut against each other, causing the hemispherical end of the contact rod 22 to approach and press against the hemispherical end of the second rod 19. This connects the flow channel 28 to the storage box 17 and the feed inlet 20. Anhydrous ethanol in the storage box 17 then enters the chamber through the feed inlet 20, gradually covering the grease-adhered portion of the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1. As the anhydrous ethanol gradually enters, the liquid level inside the chamber gradually rises until it flows out from the discharge port 21. The anhydrous ethanol in the chamber then exhibits a clear... The flow direction, that is, from the inlet 20 to the outlet 21, is such that the anhydrous ethanol in this direction will continuously flow past both sides of the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1. The anhydrous ethanol will continuously advance and reach the vicinity of the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 and dissolve in the grease. Compared with direct immersion in anhydrous ethanol, the flowing anhydrous ethanol can clean the grease adhering to the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 more quickly. After cleaning, the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 moves away from the two cover plates 3, and the two cover plates 3 separate from each other. Then the abutment rod 22 disengages from the second round rod 19. Under the elastic action of the second spring 27, the flow channel 28 cannot connect the storage box 17 and the inlet 20, and the anhydrous ethanol inside the storage box 17 stops flowing out.

[0062] It should be noted that the anhydrous ethanol flowing out from the flow channel 28 is blocked by the semi-circular block 24 and enters between the two cover plates 3 from the feed port 20.

[0063] It should be noted that when anhydrous ethanol and grease are miscible, the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 is in working condition with slight amplitude and high frequency vibration. If sufficient ultrasonic energy is emitted into the anhydrous ethanol, the ultrasonic frequency vibration is added to the anhydrous ethanol, and the interior of the anhydrous ethanol will be vibrated and compressed. When the liquid is vibrated, bubbles will be generated. When the liquid is compressed, the bubbles will be compressed and broken, resulting in ultrasonic cavitation effect. The cavitation effect is used to achieve the effect of cleaning grease.

[0064] Working principle:

[0065] Two cover plates 3 with rubber blocks 5 are brought close together to form an open cavity that can accommodate the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1. An appropriate amount of anhydrous ethanol is added to the cavity, and the grease adhering to the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 is allowed to dissolve with the anhydrous ethanol, thereby cleaning the grease on the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1.

[0066] When the grease adhering to the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 is miscible with anhydrous ethanol, the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 is started and put into working state. The ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 has a slight amplitude and high frequency vibration, which causes the grease adhering to the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 to collide with the anhydrous ethanol slightly and at high frequency. This not only prevents the anhydrous ethanol from splashing out of the chamber, but also accelerates the miscibility of anhydrous ethanol and grease, thereby speeding up the cleaning speed of the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1.

[0067] An additional collection box 16 is added to collect anhydrous ethanol, which is miscible with oils, from flowing out between the two cover plates 3.

[0068] An additional storage box 17 is added for temporary storage of anhydrous ethanol. When the two cover plates 3 are close together, the anhydrous ethanol gradually flows from the storage box 17 into the open chamber and gradually covers the part of the ultrasonic cutting tool head 1 that is covered with grease. As the anhydrous ethanol gradually enters, the liquid level inside the chamber gradually rises until it flows out from the outlet 21.

[0069] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in the present invention, based on the technical solution and inventive concept of the present invention, should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. An ultrasonic food cutting device, characterized in that, include: An ultrasonic cutting tool head (1) and an ultrasonic booster (2), wherein the ultrasonic booster (2) is capable of driving the ultrasonic cutting tool head (1) to move vertically. Two cover plates (3) are arranged opposite each other, and rectangular grooves (4) are opened on the opposite side of the two cover plates (3); Two rubber blocks (5) are fixedly connected to the opposite side of the two cover plates (3). When the two cover plates (3) are close to each other and closed, the two rubber blocks (5) are pressed together to form an open cavity that can accommodate. When the ultrasonic cutting tool head (1) is fully inserted into the open chamber, anhydrous ethanol is added and used to cover the portion of the ultrasonic cutting tool head (1) that is covered with grease. It also includes a storage box (17) for temporarily storing anhydrous ethanol fixed on one side of one of the cover plates (3) and an inlet (20) opened on the rubber block (5) and an outlet (21) above the inlet (20). The storage box (17) has: The first round rod (18) has one end fixed inside the storage box (17) and has a groove (25). The second round rod (19) has a retaining ring (26) fixedly sleeved at one end, the retaining ring (26) being slidably connected to the groove (25), and the other end being a hemispherical shape and penetrating the storage box (17). The second spring (27) is disposed inside the groove (25), and its two ends are connected to the groove (25) and the second round rod (19) respectively, and is always in a compressed state; A semi-circular groove (23) is formed on the outer wall of the storage box (17), and the hemispherical end of the second round rod (19) is located at one end of the semi-circular groove (23); The flow channel (28) is provided in the second round rod (19); One of the rubber blocks (5) has: Abutting rod (22) is fixed at the feed inlet (20) of the rubber block (5). The diameter of the abutting rod (22) is smaller than the diameter of the feed inlet (20). The end of the abutting rod (22) near the storage box (17) is hemispherical. The end of the hemispherical part is slidably connected to the hemispherical groove (23). A semicircular block (24) protrudes from the rubber block (5) and is integrally formed with the rubber block (5). The semicircular block (24) is adapted to the semicircular groove (23) and is slidably connected to each other.

2. The ultrasonic food cutting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a collection box (16), with two covers (3) located inside the collection box (16), and the collection box (16) and the two covers (3) having: Two horizontally arranged fixing rods (8) are fixedly connected at both ends to the inner sidewall of the collection box (16); The fixing block (6) has a fixing groove (7) and is fixedly connected to both sides of the cover plate (3), and the fixing rod (8) passes through the fixing groove (7); The first spring (9) is sleeved on the outer wall of the fixed rod (8), and its two ends are respectively connected to the two corresponding fixed blocks (6). When the two cover plates (3) are closed, the first spring (9) is in a compressed state.

3. The ultrasonic food cutting device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The ultrasonic cutting tool head (1) has fixed protrusions (15) on both sides, and the cover plate (3) has: The slide (10) extends through the cover plate (3); The slide plate (11) is slidably connected to the slide groove (10), and its two ends are located on both sides of the cover plate (3); The limiting plate (13) is fixedly connected to the sliding plate (11); The frame (14) is fixed inside the collection box (16) and is slidably limited to the limiting plate (13); Two wedge-shaped blocks (12) are fixed to the cover plate (3) and the slide plate (11) respectively. When the ultrasonic cutting tool head (1) is fully inserted between the two cover plates (3), the protruding plate (15) presses against the sliding plate (11), causing the two cover plates (3) to close together.

4. An operating method for an ultrasonic food cutting device, employing the ultrasonic food cutting device according to any one of claims 1-3, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: Two cover plates (3) with rubber blocks (5) are brought close together to form an open chamber that can accommodate the ultrasonic cutting tool head (1). An appropriate amount of anhydrous ethanol is added to the chamber, and the grease adhering to the ultrasonic cutting tool head (1) is allowed to dissolve with the anhydrous ethanol.

5. The operating method according to claim 4, characterized in that, The ultrasonic cutting tool head (1) located inside the open chamber is in operation and has a slight amplitude and high frequency vibration.

6. The operating method according to claim 5, characterized in that, An additional storage box (17) is added for temporarily storing anhydrous ethanol. When the two covers (3) are close together, the anhydrous ethanol gradually flows from the storage box (17) into the open chamber and gradually covers the part of the ultrasonic cutting tool head (1) that is covered with grease. As the anhydrous ethanol gradually enters, the liquid level inside the chamber gradually rises until it flows out from the outlet (21).

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