A pasting apparatus and processing method for a distillers dried grain flavor freeze-dried food

Abstract

The present application provides a kind of pasting equipment and processing method of lees flavor freeze-dried food, to solve the technical problem that the paste of traditional paste work is avoided to avoid the continuous increase of air pressure in sealed paste space during paste process, and the loss of heat resources and the continuous reduction of water content in paste space material affect paste effect.The paste equipment of lees flavor freeze-dried food includes lower bucket unit and lower bucket unit.The lower bucket body is used for the accommodation of raw materials, which is heated by heating element.The piston assembly of upper bucket unit is installed in the upper bucket body.The upper bucket body and the lower bucket body are synchronously rotated around the vertical axis under the drive of the drive assembly.When the upper bucket body is attached to the top end of the lower bucket body, the upper bucket body and the lower bucket body form a sealed paste space.The piston of piston assembly is slidingly connected in the upper bucket body, and the air pressure of paste space can be adjusted.The present application also provides a processing method for paste using the aforementioned paste equipment, and the paste effect is excellent.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a gelatinization device and processing method for freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor, belonging to the field of fermented glutinous rice technology. Background Technology

[0002] Fermented glutinous rice is made by fermenting glutinous rice with rice root and other ingredients. It is sweet and sour, fragrant and mellow. Fresh fermented glutinous rice is rich in a variety of active bacteria, as well as nutrients such as organic acids, vitamins and amino acids. Regular consumption can improve appetite, aid digestion, and also has the effects of invigorating qi and nourishing blood, nourishing yin and tonifying the kidneys.

[0003] Fresh fermented glutinous rice has a short shelf life and is a solid-liquid mixture, making it extremely inconvenient to carry. In order to ensure that the flavor of fermented glutinous rice is not lost and that it is easy to carry, freeze-drying technology is generally used to process fermented glutinous rice products and obtain freeze-dried products with fermented glutinous rice flavor.

[0004] In order to effectively freeze-dry fermented glutinous rice products, gelatinization equipment is generally used to mix the fermented glutinous rice products with starch and other auxiliary materials to produce gelatinization and reduce the water content in the fermented glutinous rice products.

[0005] During the gelatinization process, the gelatinization effect is related to temperature. Therefore, the material inside the gelatinization equipment is heated during the gelatinization process. In order to ensure the heat utilization rate, the gelatinization space is generally sealed. However, the material will continuously generate water vapor when heated, which will cause the air pressure inside the gelatinization space to rise. In order to prevent the air pressure inside the gelatinization space from rising continuously during the gelatinization process, the gelatinization space is generally vented through pipes.

[0006] During the exhaust process, water vapor is easily discharged through the pipes. On the one hand, heat is discharged with the water vapor, causing the temperature in the gelatinization space to drop, which will result in the loss of heat resources and affect the gelatinization effect. On the other hand, it will continuously reduce the water content of the material in the gelatinization space.

[0007] In order to increase the efficiency of gelatinization equipment, a stirrer is usually designed on the gelatinization equipment. The stirrer performs stirring in the gelatinization space. At the same time, in order to facilitate the discharge of the gelatinized liquid produced in the gelatinization space, the stirrer is designed with a convenient access structure to the gelatinization space. For access operations, there is usually a gap between the stirrer and the inner wall of the gelatinization space.

[0008] Under the centrifugal force generated by stirring, some materials tend to adhere to the inner wall of the gelatinization space and become less fluid. These materials absorb heat first, causing the water to be separated and discharged first. The reduction in water content makes it difficult to ensure the full gelatinization reaction of these materials. As a result, the materials adhering to the inner wall of the gelatinization space are more likely to char due to heat, which affects the gelatinization quality. Summary of the Invention

[0009] In view of the above situation and to overcome the defects of the prior art, this application provides a gelatinization device and processing method for freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor. This avoids the technical problems of traditional gelatinization work, which uses pipes to exhaust gas in order to avoid the continuous increase of air pressure in the sealed gelatinization space during the gelatinization process, resulting in the loss of heat resources and the continuous decrease of water content of the material in the gelatinization space, thus affecting the gelatinization effect.

[0010] This application provides a gelatinization device for freeze-dried foods with fermented glutinous rice flavor, and the technical solution adopted is as follows:

[0011] The gelatinization equipment for the freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor includes an inner cylinder mechanism and an outer cylinder mechanism. The inner cylinder mechanism, installed inside the outer cylinder mechanism, includes a lower cylinder unit and an upper cylinder unit.

[0012] The lower bucket unit includes a lower bucket body, a heating element, and a drive assembly.

[0013] The lower drum body is used to contain the mixed raw materials. The heating element heats the lower drum body.

[0014] The upper bucket unit includes an upper bucket body and a piston assembly; the piston assembly is installed inside the upper bucket body.

[0015] The upper barrel body is used for opening and closing the lower barrel body. The upper barrel body fits against the top of the lower barrel body to form a sealed gelatinization space. The piston assembly has a piston and a second elastic member; the piston is slidably connected to the upper barrel body. The top end of the second elastic member is mounted on the upper barrel body, and its bottom end is mounted on the piston.

[0016] The drive assembly drives the lower bucket body and the upper bucket body to rotate synchronously around the vertical axis.

[0017] Furthermore, the outer cylinder mechanism includes a housing unit and a cover unit.

[0018] The housing unit includes a housing. The housing is rotatably connected to the lower drum body. A through hole is formed at the top of the housing. The cover unit includes a cover and a lifting device. The lifting device moves the cover vertically up and down. When the lifting device moves the cover to fit against the top of the housing, the resulting space is used for the installation of the inner cylinder mechanism.

[0019] The lower drum unit of the inner drum mechanism also includes a scraper. The scraper is rotatably connected to the lower drum body about a vertical axis.

[0020] The drive assembly of the inner cylinder mechanism includes an annular worm gear, a worm, and a first drive device.

[0021] The annular worm gear is sleeved on the outer wall of the lower barrel body. The worm gear meshes with the annular worm gear and is rotatably connected to the housing, extending beyond the housing. The worm gear is driven by the first driving device. A handwheel is installed at one end of the worm gear.

[0022] When the lifting device moves the cover to fit against the top of the box, the first driving device drives the worm gear to rotate, thereby driving the annular worm wheel to rotate, which in turn causes the lower bucket body to rotate. The scraper moves in the opposite direction to the lower bucket body and scrapes the inner wall of the lower bucket body.

[0023] Furthermore, the gelatinization equipment for the fermented glutinous rice flavored freeze-dried food also includes a mounting frame mechanism. The mounting frame mechanism comprises a mounting frame unit and a rotating unit. One end of the rotating unit is mounted to the housing. The rotating unit drives the housing to rotate around a transverse axis and is connected to the mounting frame unit.

[0024] Furthermore, the lower bucket body includes a first bucket section and a first plate section. The first plate section is installed on the outer wall of the top of the first bucket section; the height of the first plate section is lower than the height of the box body.

[0025] The upper barrel body includes a second barrel section and a second plate section. The second plate section is installed on the outer wall of the bottom end of the second barrel section and protrudes from the lid. A vent hole matching the through hole is passed through the top of the second barrel section.

[0026] The upper bucket unit also includes several first telescopic components. The first telescopic components are installed between the second plate and the cover, and one end of the first telescopic components is movably connected to the cover.

[0027] Furthermore, the first plate portion has a plurality of positioning holes along its circumference. The upper end face of the first plate portion is recessed downwards to form a mounting groove located inside the positioning holes. The mounting groove is used for mounting the seal.

[0028] The second plate portion has positioning pins along its circumference that match the positioning holes. The inner wall of the second barrel portion is recessed outward to form a retaining groove. The retaining groove is used for assembling the retaining spring.

[0029] Furthermore, the first telescopic assembly includes a pressure plate, a first elastic element, and a telescopic rod.

[0030] The pressure plate is movably connected to the top of the cover body. The first elastic element has one end installed at the bottom of the pressure plate and the other end installed at the top of the second plate. The telescopic rod has one end installed at the bottom of the pressure plate and the other end installed at the top of the second plate.

[0031] Furthermore, the lower tank body is also equipped with a pipe with a control valve for adjusting the venting and discharge of the gelatinization space. The housing unit also includes an auxiliary pipe assembly and a second telescopic assembly. Both the auxiliary pipe assembly and the second telescopic assembly are installed in the housing and are located on the same side as the pipe.

[0032] The auxiliary piping assembly includes an auxiliary pipe, an end cap, and a filter screen. The centerline of the auxiliary pipe is in the same plane as the centerline of the main pipe. The inner diameter of the auxiliary pipe is larger than the outer diameter of the main pipe. One end of the auxiliary pipe extends into the housing and is slidably connected to the housing. The end cap is threadedly connected to the other end of the auxiliary pipe. The filter screen is fitted onto the end cap and is used to block the mixed raw materials flowing out with the water vapor.

[0033] The second telescopic assembly includes a mounting plate, a telescopic cylinder, a magnetic plate, an electromagnet, and a third elastic element. The telescopic cylinder, the magnetic plate, the electromagnet, and the third elastic element are installed between the mounting plate and the housing.

[0034] The mounting plate is installed on the outer wall of the auxiliary pipe. The telescopic cylinder includes an inner cylinder and an outer cylinder. One end of the inner cylinder extends into the outer cylinder and is slidably connected to it. The inner cylinder is located on the outer wall of the auxiliary pipe and is installed on one end of the mounting plate. The outer cylinder is installed on the outer end of the housing. The magnetic plate is located at the outer end of the auxiliary pipe and inside the inner cylinder. The magnetic plate is connected to one end of the mounting plate. The electromagnet is located at the outer end of the auxiliary pipe and inside the outer cylinder. The electromagnet is installed on the outer end of the housing. The electromagnet and the magnetic plate are arranged to repel each other. The third elastic element is located around the telescopic cylinder and is installed between the mounting plate and the housing.

[0035] Furthermore, the mounting bracket unit includes a mounting bracket assembly and several guide rods. The mounting bracket assembly is formed into an inverted U-shape by two vertical rods and one horizontal rod. The lifting device is mounted on the horizontal rod. The guide rods pass vertically through the horizontal rod and are mounted on the top of the cover.

[0036] The rotating unit, mounted on the vertical rod, includes a connecting shaft, a transmission assembly, and a second drive device. One end of the connecting shaft is mounted to the housing, and the other end is rotatably connected to the vertical rod. The transmission assembly includes a gear and a transmission gear. The gear is mounted to the outer wall of the connecting shaft. The transmission gear meshes with the lower end of the connecting shaft.

[0037] When the cover moves upward along the guide rod and is driven by the lifting device to separate from the box, the second driving device drives the transmission assembly, thereby causing the box to rotate around the transverse axis.

[0038] Furthermore, the base unit is installed at the bottom of the mounting frame unit and includes a base box, a lifting assembly, and a rolling element.

[0039] The base box is fitted and installed at the bottom of the mounting bracket assembly. The lifting assembly includes a lifting plate, several screws, sprockets, a chain, and an auxiliary column. The lifting plate is arranged along the length of the base box and slidably connected to the base box. The lifting plate has a threaded hole. The screws are fitted to the threaded holes. The bottom end of the screw is threaded into the threaded hole, and the top end of the screw is rotatably connected to the base box. The sprocket is located between the base box and the lifting plate and is fitted to the outer wall of the screw. The chain internally connects to the sprockets, allowing the sprockets to connect with each other. One end of the auxiliary column is installed to the bottom end of the sprocket, and the other end is fitted against the lifting plate. The top end of the rolling element is fitted and installed on the lifting plate.

[0040] This application also provides a processing method for gelatinizing using the gelatinization equipment of the above-mentioned fermented glutinous rice flavored freeze-dried food, including the following steps:

[0041] The first step is pulping. The fermented and qualified mashed rice and water are put into a pulping machine in a predetermined ratio and mixed with the mashed rice and water to obtain a pulp.

[0042] The second step is ingredient preparation. Starch and other excipients are added to a container with water in a predetermined ratio, and the contents of the container are stirred to dissolve the starch and other excipients in the water to obtain an excipient solution.

[0043] The third step is feeding. First, the slurry is fed into the lower tank body, then the auxiliary liquid is fed into the lower tank body in a predetermined ratio, and then the upper tank body seals the outlet of the lower tank body.

[0044] Step 4: Gelatinization. The heating element heats the material in the lower tank to a predetermined temperature. At the same time, the first driving device drives the worm gear to rotate, and the annular worm wheel and the lower tank body rotate around the vertical axis, thereby mixing the slurry and auxiliary liquid to obtain a gelatinized liquid.

[0045] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are:

[0046] 1. During the gelatinization process, the piston moves upward, thereby increasing the gelatinization space formed by the second barrel and the first barrel. This prevents excessively high gas pressure in the first barrel and protects it. Furthermore, the water vapor generated during gelatinization remains in the gelatinization space. On the one hand, this effectively prevents temperature changes in the first barrel, reduces resource waste, and ensures the gelatinization effect. On the other hand, it effectively prevents the moisture content in the gelatinization space from decreasing, effectively reducing the probability of coking in the gelatinization space and improving the gelatinization quality.

[0047] 2. Under the action of the sprocket and chain, several screws rotate synchronously, facilitating operation. The rotation of the screws causes the lifting plate and rolling elements to move downwards, lifting the base box. This allows the base box and mounting bracket unit to be moved to the desired position. Then, the reverse rotation of the screws returns the rolling elements back into the base box, bringing it into contact with the ground and ensuring stable placement of the base box and mounting bracket unit. This process achieves both convenient movement and stable placement of the mounting bracket unit and other components, making it easy to use and highly functional.

[0048] 3. Using a lifting device, the lid, pressure plate, second barrel, and other components are driven to move downwards, so that the lid contacts the top of the box. The box restricts the downward movement of the lid, and under the elastic force of multiple second elastic elements, the second barrel and the first barrel are made to make tight contact, effectively ensuring the sealing of the gelatinization space formed between the second barrel and the first barrel, effectively reducing the probability of hot air leakage in the inner barrel, preventing the temperature in the first barrel from dropping, and ensuring the gelatinization effect.

[0049] 4. The U-shaped comb frame scrapes the inner wall of the first barrel to increase the flowability of the material and effectively prevent the material from adhering to the inner wall of the first barrel for a long time and being directly exposed to high temperature, thereby further reducing the probability of coking and assisting in the gelatinization process.

[0050] 5. Under the elastic force of the third elastic element, the mounting plate and auxiliary pipe will move backward, connecting the auxiliary pipe with the main pipe, allowing for exhaust operations. The filter screen will block the material flowing out with the water vapor, enabling material recovery and effectively reducing material waste.

[0051] 6. By utilizing the cooperation of the second drive device, transmission gears, and gears, the connecting shaft and housing are rotated, causing the material in the first barrel to tilt forward and flow outward along the pipes and auxiliary pipes, thus realizing mechanical dumping and material handling. This effectively avoids some raw materials being hidden and unable to undergo gelatinization, ensuring gelatinization quality. Attached Figure Description

[0052] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0053] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the gelatinization equipment for a freeze-dried food product with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to the present invention.

[0054] Figure 2This is a front view of a gelatinization device for a freeze-dried food product with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to the present invention.

[0055] Figure 3 This is a cross-sectional view of a gelatinization device for a freeze-dried food product with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to the present invention.

[0056] Figure 4 for Figure 3 Enlarged view of section A in the middle;

[0057] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the fixed plate in the gelatinization equipment for a freeze-dried food product with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to the present invention.

[0058] Figure 6 This is a perspective view of the U-shaped comb frame in the gelatinization device for a freeze-dried food product with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to the present invention;

[0059] Figure 7 This is an assembly diagram of the piston and the second barrel in a gelatinization device for a freeze-dried food product with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to the present invention.

[0060] Figure 8 This is a cross-sectional view of the auxiliary cylinder in the gelatinization device for a freeze-dried food product with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to the present invention.

[0061] Figure 9 This is an assembly diagram of the lower tank body, annular worm gear, and worm in the gelatinization equipment for a freeze-dried food product with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to the present invention.

[0062] Figure 10 This is a cross-sectional view of the bottom box in a gelatinization device for a freeze-dried food product with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to the present invention.

[0063] Figure label:

[0064] 10. First barrel section; 100. Pipe; 11. First plate section; 110. Positioning hole; 111. Seal; 12. Scraper; 120. Functional shaft; 121. U-shaped comb frame; 13. Heating element; 14. Drive assembly; 140. Annular worm gear; 141. Worm; 142. First drive device; 15. Handwheel;

[0065] 20. Second barrel section; 200. Snap ring; 201. Vent hole; 21. Second plate section; 210. Positioning post; 22. First telescopic assembly; 220. Pressure plate; 23. Piston; 24. Second elastic element;

[0066] 30. Box unit; 300. Box; 301. Fixing plate; 31. Auxiliary pipe; 32. End cap; 33. Filter screen; 34. Mounting plate; 350. Inner cylinder; 351. Outer cylinder; 36. Magnetic plate; 37. Electromagnet; 38. Third elastic element; 39. Cover unit; 390. Cover; 391. Lifting device;

[0067] 40. Mounting bracket assembly; 41. Guide rod; 42. Connecting shaft; 430. Gear; 431. Transmission gear; 44. Second drive device; 45. Base box; 46. Lifting assembly; 460. Lifting plate; 461. Screw; 462. Sprocket; 464. Auxiliary column; 47. Rolling element Detailed Implementation

[0068] In the following description, only certain exemplary embodiments are briefly described. As those skilled in the art will recognize, the described embodiments can be modified in various ways without departing from the spirit or scope of the invention. Therefore, the drawings and description are considered to be exemplary in nature and not restrictive.

[0069] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "length," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "top," "bottom," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly used when the product of this invention is in use, or the orientation or positional relationship commonly understood by those skilled in the art. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this invention.

[0070] Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Thus, a feature defined as "first," "second," or "third" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0071] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," "linking," and "fixing," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0072] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. Furthermore, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," and "under" the second feature includes the first feature directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0073] The following disclosure provides many different embodiments or examples for implementing various structures of the invention. To simplify the disclosure, specific examples of components and arrangements are described below. These are merely examples and are not intended to limit the invention. Furthermore, reference numerals may be repeated in different examples; such repetition is for simplification and clarity and does not in itself indicate a relationship between the various embodiments discussed. In addition, examples of various specific processes and materials are provided in this invention, but those skilled in the art will recognize the application of other processes and / or the use of other materials.

[0074] The embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0075] This invention provides a gelatinization device and processing method for freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor. It solves the technical problems of traditional gelatinization processes, which use pipes for venting to avoid continuous pressure rise in the sealed gelatinization space during gelatinization, resulting in heat loss and continuous decrease in the water content of the material in the gelatinization space, thus affecting the gelatinization effect.

[0076] This invention provides a gelatinization device for freeze-dried foods with fermented glutinous rice flavor, used for gelatinizing mixed raw materials. The gelatinization device includes an inner cylinder mechanism and an outer cylinder mechanism. The inner cylinder mechanism is installed within the outer cylinder mechanism and includes a lower cylinder unit and an upper cylinder unit.

[0077] The lower tank unit includes a lower tank body, a heating element 13, and a drive assembly 14. The lower tank body is used to contain the mixed raw materials. The heating element 13 heats the lower tank body.

[0078] The upper drum unit includes an upper drum body and a piston assembly. The piston assembly is installed within the upper drum body. The upper drum body is used for opening and closing the lower drum body. The upper drum body fits against the top of the lower drum body to form a sealed gelling space. The piston assembly has a piston 23 and a second elastic member 24. The piston 23 is slidably connected within the upper drum body. The top end of the second elastic member 24 is installed on the upper drum body, and its bottom end is installed on the piston 23.

[0079] The drive assembly drives the lower bucket body and the upper bucket body to rotate synchronously around the vertical axis.

[0080] After the raw material mixture is added into the lower drum body, the upper drum body is attached to the top of the lower drum body to form a sealed gelatinization space. The heating element 13 is activated to heat the raw material mixture inside the lower drum body, and the drive assembly 14 is activated to rotate the lower drum body, facilitating better mixing of the raw materials. At this time, the water vapor generated by the raw material mixture pushes the piston 23 upwards within the upper drum body, increasing the gelatinization space. This seals the gelatinization space while preventing excessive pressure inside the lower drum body and protecting it. Furthermore, the water vapor generated during gelatinization remains within the gelatinization space, effectively preventing temperature changes within the inner drum, reducing resource waste, and ensuring gelatinization results. It also effectively prevents the moisture content within the gelatinization space from decreasing, reducing the probability of charring and improving gelatinization quality.

[0081] Specifically,

[0082] Inner cylinder mechanism, such as Figure 3 As shown, it consists of a lower bucket unit and an upper bucket unit. The lower bucket unit is installed at the bottom of the upper bucket unit. The upper bucket unit can move vertically up or down relative to the lower bucket unit.

[0083] The lowering unit includes a lowering body, a scraper 12, a heating element 13, and a drive assembly 14. When raw materials are fed into the lowering unit, the heating element 13 is controlled to heat the lowering body, and then the drive assembly 14 is activated to drive the lowering body to rotate. At this time, the scraper 12 rotates in the opposite direction relative to the lowering body to scrape the inner wall of the lowering body.

[0084] The lower barrel body is used to contain the raw material mixture. This lower barrel body includes a first barrel section 10 and a first plate section 11. The first barrel section 10 has a pipe 100 with a control valve connected to its upper side. Adjusting the pipe 100 via the control valve allows for regulation of venting and material discharge. The first plate section 11 has an overall annular hollow structure. The first plate section 11 is located above the pipe 100 of the first barrel section 10 and is integrally formed with the first barrel section 10. When the first plate section 11 is installed on the outer wall of the first barrel section 10, the top surface of the first barrel section 10 coincides with the bottom surface of the first plate section 11. A plurality of positioning holes 110 are recessed downwards on the top surface of the first plate section 11, penetrating the first plate section 11. These positioning holes 110 are equidistant along the circumference of the first plate section 11. Furthermore, a mounting groove is formed inside the positioning holes 110 by the downward-facing recess on the top surface of the first plate section 11. This mounting groove has an annular structure. The mounting groove provides installation space for the sealing element 111. The seal 111 can be a ring-shaped rubber gasket.

[0085] Scraper 12, such as Figure 3 or Figure 6As shown, it can scrape the inner wall of the first barrel section 10. The scraper 12 includes a U-shaped comb frame 121 and a functional shaft 120. The U-shaped comb frame 121 is fitted to the inner wall of the first barrel section 10. The upper end of the functional shaft 120 extends into the first barrel section 10 and is mounted at the bottom of the U-shaped comb frame 121. The functional shaft 120 is rotatably connected to the bottom of the first barrel section 10. By rotating the functional shaft 120, the U-shaped comb frame 121 can scrape the inner wall of the first barrel section 10.

[0086] A heating element 13 is located at the lower end of the first barrel section 10 and is installed on the outside of the first barrel section 10. The heating element 13 can be a spiral heating tube. The spiral heating tube heats the interior of the first barrel section 10.

[0087] Driver component 14, such as Figure 3 or Figure 9 As shown, the device is located on the lower side of the pipe 100 and includes an annular worm gear 140, a worm 141, and a first driving device 142. The annular worm gear 140 is located on the lower side of the pipe 100 and is sleeved on the outer wall of the first barrel section 10. The worm 141 meshes with the front end of the annular worm gear 140 and is rotatably connected to a component. The worm 141 is driven by the first driving device 142, causing the worm 141 to rotate. With the cooperation of the worm 141 and the annular worm gear 140, the first barrel section 10 rotates. The first driving device 142 can be a first motor.

[0088] After the raw materials are fed into the first barrel section 10, the first drive device 142 is started. The first drive device 142 drives the worm gear 141 to rotate, which in turn causes the annular worm wheel 140 to rotate, thereby causing the first barrel section 10, the second barrel section 20, and other components to rotate synchronously. This mixes the materials in the first barrel section 10 and achieves gelatinization of the materials. At the same time, during the rotation of the first barrel section 10, the U-shaped comb frame 121 moves relative to the inner wall of the first barrel section 10. The U-shaped comb frame 121 scrapes the inner wall of the first barrel section 10, increasing the fluidity of the materials and effectively preventing the materials from adhering to the inner wall of the barrel for a long time and being directly exposed to high temperatures.

[0089] Upper bucket unit, such as Figure 3 , Figures 7-8 As shown, it includes an upper barrel body, a first telescopic assembly 22, and a piston assembly. The upper barrel body includes a second barrel section 20 and a second plate section 21. The second plate section 21 is installed at the bottom of the second barrel section 20. One end of the first telescopic assembly 22 is installed on the second plate section 21, and the other end is located on the outer side of the top of the second barrel section 20. The piston assembly is installed inside the second barrel section 20.

[0090] The second barrel section 20 is connected to and fitted to the upper end of the first barrel section 10, providing a working space for gelatinization (hereinafter referred to as the gelatinization space). A groove is formed by an outward recess in the inner wall of the second barrel section 20, and a retaining spring 200 is fitted into the groove. A plurality of circularly arranged vent holes 201 are formed by a downward recess at the top surface of the second barrel section 20. These vent holes 201 extend to the inner wall of the second barrel section 20. The plurality of vent holes 201 work together to allow the space inside the second barrel section 20 to communicate with the outside.

[0091] The second plate portion 21 has a hollow annular structure. At the lower end of the second plate portion 21, several vertically arranged positioning posts 210 are equidistantly spaced along its circumference. During the process of the second plate portion 21 fitting against the first plate portion 11, the positioning posts 210 can be inserted into the positioning holes 110. The second plate portion 21 and the second barrel portion 20 are integrally formed. When the second plate portion 21 is installed on the outer wall of the second barrel portion 20, the lower end face of the second barrel portion 20 coincides with the lower end face of the second plate portion 21. The first plate portion 11 and the second plate portion 21 work together so that the bottom end of the second plate portion 21 can fit against the top end of the first plate portion 11. At this time, the contact area between the first barrel portion 10 and the second barrel portion 20 is increased.

[0092] When the lower end of the positioning pin 210 is inserted into the positioning hole 110 of the first plate portion 11, the first plate portion 11 and the second plate portion 21 are positioned and installed together, thereby positioning and installing the first barrel portion 10 and the second barrel portion 20 together. At this time, the sealing element 111 provided in the mounting groove of the first plate portion 11 is attached to the bottom of the second plate portion 21. The sealing element 111 is used to seal the connection between the first plate portion 11 and the second plate portion 21, thereby sealing the connection between the first barrel portion 10 and the second barrel portion 20.

[0093] The first telescopic assembly 22 includes a pressure plate 220, a first elastic element, and a telescopic rod. When the pressure plate 220 moves downward, it can shorten the first elastic element.

[0094] The pressure plate 220 has a hollow annular structure. It is located on the outer top of the second barrel section 20. Several first elastic elements are provided. These first elastic elements can be first springs. One end of each first elastic element is equidistantly installed around the bottom of the pressure plate 220, and the other end is installed at the top of the second plate section 21. The combined use of these first elastic elements applies downward pressure to the second plate section 21 and the second barrel section 20. A telescopic rod is located inside each of the first elastic elements. The telescopic rod is equidistantly installed between the top of the second plate section 21 and the bottom of the pressure plate 220. The telescopic rod guides the movement of the pressure plate 220 and prevents lateral deformation of the first elastic elements.

[0095] When the first plate portion 11 and the second plate portion 21 are in contact, the first barrel portion 10 and the second barrel portion 20 are sealed and connected. At this time, the pressure plate 220 is moved downward, the first elastic element contracts, and the pressure plate 220 can continue to apply downward pressure to the second plate portion 21 and the second barrel portion 20, thereby making the first barrel portion 10 and the second barrel portion 20 more tightly contacted, effectively ensuring the sealing of the space formed between the first barrel portion 10 and the second barrel portion 20, effectively reducing the probability of hot air leakage in the inner cylinder mechanism, avoiding the temperature drop in the inner cylinder mechanism, and ensuring the gelatinization effect of the raw materials.

[0096] The piston assembly includes a piston 23 and a second elastic member 24. One end of the second elastic member 24 is mounted to the bottom inner end of the second barrel portion 20, and the other end is mounted to the top of the piston 23.

[0097] Piston 23 is slidably connected to the second barrel section 20. When gelatinization is not occurring in the first barrel section 10, piston 23 moves downwards to allow its bottom end to contact the retaining spring 200. At this time, the retaining spring 200 restricts the downward movement of piston 23, thereby ensuring that piston 23 remains within the second barrel section 20. When gelatinization is occurring in the first barrel section 10, the continuously generated water vapor pushes piston 23 upwards. Because several vent holes 201 penetrate the top of the second barrel section 20, the space above piston 23 within the second barrel section 20 is connected to the outside.

[0098] Several second elastic elements 24 are provided. These second elastic elements 24 are equidistantly arranged at the upper end of the piston 23 in a circular pattern. The second elastic elements 24 can be second springs. During the upward movement of the piston 23, the second elastic elements 24 are compressed, causing them to generate an elastic force.

[0099] The water vapor continuously generated during the gelatinization process within the first barrel section 10 increases the air pressure within the gelatinization space formed by the second barrel section 20 and the first barrel section 10. Under this pressure, the piston 23 moves upward along the second barrel section 20, thereby enlarging the gelatinization space formed by the second barrel section 20 and the first barrel section 10. This prevents excessively high air pressure within the first barrel section 10 and protects it. Furthermore, the water vapor generated during gelatinization remains within the gelatinization space, effectively preventing temperature changes, reducing resource waste, and ensuring the gelatinization effect. It also effectively prevents a decrease in moisture content within the gelatinization space, reducing the probability of charring and improving gelatinization quality.

[0100] After gelatinization is complete, the second barrel 20 is separated from the first barrel 10. Under the elastic force of the second elastic element 24, the piston 23 will move down and return to fit with the snap ring 200, ensuring that subsequent gelatinization operations can be carried out directly, which is very practical.

[0101] Using the inner cylinder mechanism: Before gelatinization: Add various raw materials to the first barrel 10 in a predetermined ratio and close the control valve. Seal the second barrel 20 onto the upper end of the first barrel 10, thereby blocking the inlet of the first barrel 10. At this time, pressing down the pressure plate 220 causes the telescopic rod and the first elastic element to contract, thereby generating greater pressure on the second ring plate, making the first barrel 10 and the second barrel 20 more tightly connected.

[0102] During gelatinization: The circuit of the spiral heating tube is turned on, thereby heating the material in the first barrel 10 and raising its temperature to a predetermined level. Simultaneously, the first drive device 142 is activated to drive the first barrel 10, second barrel 20, and other components to rotate synchronously, thereby mixing the material in the first barrel 10 and achieving gelatinization. At the same time, the rotation of the first barrel 10 causes the U-shaped comb frame 121 to move relative to the inner wall of the first barrel 10, scraping the inner wall. Furthermore, the continuously generated water vapor in the first barrel 10 pushes the piston 23 upwards to further increase the gelatinization space.

[0103] After gelatinization is complete: the control valve is activated, causing the water vapor in the gelatinization space to be discharged outward along pipe 100.

[0104] Outer cylinder mechanism, such as Figure 1-5 As shown, it is divided into a housing unit 30 and a cover unit 39. The cover unit 39 is located on the upper side of the housing unit 30. The inner cylinder mechanism is installed inside the outer cylinder mechanism.

[0105] The enclosure unit 30 includes an enclosure assembly, an auxiliary pipe assembly, and a second expansion assembly. The auxiliary pipe assembly and the second expansion assembly are installed on the enclosure assembly and are located on the same side as the pipe 100.

[0106] The enclosure assembly includes an enclosure 300 and a mounting plate 301. The mounting plate 301 is mounted on the enclosure 300.

[0107] The housing 300 houses a lower barrel unit. The position and connection of the lower barrel unit within the housing 300 are as follows: the height of the first plate portion 11 of the lower barrel body is lower than the height of the housing 300. That is, when the second barrel portion 20 is in contact with the first barrel portion 10, the second plate portion 21 can be located within the housing 300, and at this time, a portion of the second barrel portion 20 is also located within the housing 300. An annular worm gear 140, installed on the first barrel portion 10, is disposed within the housing 300, and a worm 141 meshing with the annular worm gear 140 is rotatably connected to the housing 300. The fixing part of the first drive device 142, connected to one end of the worm 141, is installed within the housing 300. The other end of the worm 141 extends out of the housing 300 and is fitted with a handwheel 15. The worm 141 can be manually rotated via the handwheel 15, allowing gelatinization to continue even in the event of a sudden power outage. The spiral heating tube, located on the outer wall of the first barrel section 10, is installed inside the bottom of the housing 300. The functional shaft 120 of the scraper 12 is connected to the middle of the bottom of the housing 300. The functional shaft 120 allows the housing 300 to be connected to the U-shaped comb frame 121. In addition, the pipe 100 installed in the first barrel section 10 is also located inside the housing 300.

[0108] Fixing plate 301, such as Figure 3 or Figure 5 As shown, it is located below the annular worm gear 140. One end of the fixing plate 301 is installed inside the housing 300, and the other end is rotatably connected to the outer wall of the first barrel section 10. Through the fixing plate 301, the housing 300 and the first barrel section 10 are rotatably connected around the transverse axis. The spiral heating tube located on the outer wall of the first barrel section 10 is located below the fixing plate 301.

[0109] Auxiliary piping components, such as Figures 3-4 As shown, it includes an auxiliary pipe 31, an end cap 32, and a filter screen 33. The end cap 32 is installed at one end of the auxiliary pipe 31. The filter screen 33 is installed on the end cap 32.

[0110] An auxiliary pipe 31 is installed within the housing 300 at a height equal to that of pipe 100 installed in the first barrel section 10. That is, the centerline of the auxiliary pipe 31 is on the same plane as the centerline of pipe 100. The inner diameter of the auxiliary pipe 31 is larger than the outer diameter of pipe 100. The rear end of the auxiliary pipe 31 extends into the housing 300 and is slidably connected to it. An end cap 32 is threaded to the front end of the auxiliary pipe 31 and extends from within the end cap 32. A mounting hole extending to the inner wall of the end cap 32 is recessed rearward at the front end of the end cap 32. A filter screen 33 is installed within the mounting hole. The end cap 32 provides a mounting carrier for the filter screen 33 and facilitates easy installation and removal between the filter screen 33 and the auxiliary pipe 31. The filter screen 33 blocks material flowing out with the water vapor. After venting is complete, the end cap 32 can be removed from the auxiliary pipe 31 to clean up the blocked material and allow for material recycling.

[0111] The second telescopic assembly includes a mounting plate 34, a telescopic cylinder, a magnetic plate 36, an electromagnet 37, and a third elastic element 38. The telescopic cylinder, magnetic plate 36, electromagnet 37, and third elastic element 38 are installed between the mounting plate 34 and the housing 300.

[0112] Mounting plate 34 has a hollow annular structure. It is located behind end cap 32 and is installed on the outer wall of auxiliary pipe 31.

[0113] A telescopic cylinder is installed on the outer wall of the auxiliary pipe 31. This telescopic cylinder consists of an inner cylinder 350 and an outer cylinder 351. The inner cylinder 350 is installed at the rear end of the mounting plate 34. The outer cylinder 351 is installed at the front end of the housing 300. The rear end of the inner cylinder 350 extends into the outer cylinder 351, and the inner cylinder 350 and outer cylinder 351 are slidably connected. The inner cylinder 350 and outer cylinder 351 work together to guide the movement of the mounting plate 34 and the auxiliary pipe 31.

[0114] The magnetic plate 36 has a hollow annular structure. It is located at the outer end of the auxiliary pipe 31 and within the inner cylinder 350. The magnetic plate 36 is connected to the rear end of the mounting plate 34. The electromagnet 37 also has a hollow annular structure. It is located at the outer end of the auxiliary pipe 31 and within the outer cylinder 351. The electromagnet 37 is installed at the front end of the housing 300. It is positioned directly behind the magnetic plate 36, with the electromagnet and magnetic plate 36 arranged in a mutually repulsive manner. When the electromagnet 37 is energized, the repulsive force generated between the magnetic plate 36 and the electromagnet 37 causes the mounting plate 34 to move forward, thereby moving the auxiliary pipe 31 forward until it reaches its limit position.

[0115] Multiple third elastic elements 38 are provided. These multiple third elastic elements 38 are arranged in a circular pattern on the outside of the telescopic cylinder, and are equidistantly positioned between the mounting plate 34 and the housing 300. The third elastic elements 38 may be third springs.

[0116] Before gelatinization, the electromagnet 37 is energized, causing it to repel the magnetic plate 36. Under this repulsive force, the inner cylinder 350 moves forward relative to the outer cylinder 351, causing the mounting plate 34 to move forward as well. This, in turn, moves the auxiliary pipe 31 forward to its limit position, ultimately separating it from the main pipe 100 to ensure normal rotation of the first barrel section 10. At this time, the third elastic element 38 is in a stretched state, generating an elastic force.

[0117] After gelatinization is complete, the circuit of electromagnet 37 is disconnected, eliminating the repulsive force between electromagnet 37 and magnetic plate 36. Under the elastic force of the third elastic element 38, the third elastic element 38 begins to contract, thereby driving the mounting plate 34 and auxiliary pipe 31 to move backward. Finally, the front end of pipe 100 is reinserted into auxiliary pipe 31, connecting auxiliary pipe 31 with pipe 100, which facilitates subsequent venting and material discharge.

[0118] The cover unit 39 includes a cover 390 and a lifting device 391. An upper bucket unit is movably installed at the top of the cover 390. The lifting device 391 is installed at the top of the cover 390.

[0119] The lid 390 has a downward-facing recessed upper end forming multiple circularly arranged through holes. These through holes penetrate the lid 390. The lid 390 is connected to the top of the box 300. When the lid 390 covers the box 300, the through holes are located above the vent holes 201 of the second barrel section 20, allowing the space between the lid 390 and the box 300 to communicate with the outside. A dustproof net is installed into the through holes to achieve dust prevention. The top of the second barrel section 20 extends into the lid 390, and a pressure plate 220 located on the outside of the second barrel section 20 is movably installed inside the top of the lid 390. When the second barrel section 20 is positioned on the first barrel section 10, the upper barrel unit can rotate with the rotation of the lower barrel unit. Simultaneously, the downward movement of the lid 390 can drive the pressure plate 220 and the second barrel section 20 to move downward. The piston 23 is movably connected to the cover 390, and the second elastic element 24 is located between the upper end of the piston 23 and the inner top of the cover 390. When the cover 390 is opened, water vapor in the gelatinization space overflows to the outside, and the second elastic element 24 is no longer compressed by the aforementioned air pressure. At this time, as the second elastic element 24 releases its elastic force, it drives the piston 23 back to its original position.

[0120] A lifting device 391 has a movable part connected to the top of the cover 390. The lifting device 391 can drive the cover 390 to move up and down. The lifting device 391 can be an electric actuator.

[0121] When using the inner and outer cylinder mechanisms: Before gelatinization, the electromagnet 37 circuit is activated. The repulsive force between the magnetic plate 36 and the electromagnet 37 causes the auxiliary pipe 31 to move towards the front end and separate from the pipe 100. At this time, the third elastic element 38 is in a stretched state.

[0122] During the gelatinization of raw materials: multiple raw materials are added into the first barrel section 10. Then, the lifting device 391 is activated, which drives the cover 390 to move downward, causing components such as the pressure plate 220 and the second barrel section 20 to move downward until the positioning pins 210 of the second plate section 21 are respectively inserted into the corresponding positioning holes 110. At this time, the cover 390 has not yet adhered to the box body 300. The second plate section 21 and the first plate section 11 adhere to each other, making the second barrel section 20 connected to the first barrel section 10 and forming a sealed gelatinization space. The cover 390 continues to move downward, causing the pressure plate 220 to move downward until the cover 390 adheres to the box body 300. At this time, the cover 390 is restricted by the position of the box body 300 and cannot move downward further. During the downward movement of the cover 390, the second elastic element 24 is compressed. The elastic force generated by the second elastic element 24 further enhances the sealing between the second barrel section 20 and the first barrel section 10. Close the control valve of pipeline 100, and start the heating element 13 and the first drive device 142 in sequence to make the raw material gelatinize in the gelatinization space.

[0123] After gelatinization is complete: first turn off the heating element 13 and the first driving device 142, then disconnect the circuit of the electromagnet 37, so that the repulsive force between the electromagnet 37 and the magnetic plate 36 disappears. At this time, the third elastic element 38, which is in a stretched state, begins to contract. Under the action of the third elastic element 38, the auxiliary pipe 31 moves backward until the front end of the pipe 100 is inserted into the auxiliary pipe 31, so that the auxiliary pipe 31 is connected to the pipe 100. Start the control valve so that the water vapor in the gelatinization space is discharged outward along the pipe 100 and the auxiliary pipe 31, while the filter screen 33 will block the material flowing out with the water vapor. After the venting is completed, the end cap 32 can be removed from the auxiliary pipe 31, and then the blocked material can be cleaned up and recycled, effectively reducing material waste.

[0124] Mounting bracket mechanism, such as Figure 1-3 , Figure 10 As shown, it includes a mounting bracket unit, a rotating unit, and a base unit. The rotating assembly is mounted on the mounting bracket assembly 40. The base unit is mounted on the bottom of the mounting bracket unit.

[0125] The mounting bracket unit includes a mounting bracket assembly 40 and several guide rods 41. The guide rods 41 extend vertically through the top of the mounting bracket assembly 40 and are mounted on the top of the cover 390. When the lifting device 391 moves the cover 390 up and down, the guide rods 41 guide the movement of the cover 390.

[0126] The mounting bracket assembly 40 consists of a horizontal bar and two vertical bars. A vertical bar is vertically connected to each end of the horizontal bar, giving the mounting bracket assembly 40 an inverted U-shaped structure. The first drive device 142, installed in the housing 300, is located between the housing 300 and the vertical bars. The lifting device 391 and guide rods 41 both pass through the horizontal bar. The fixed part of the lifting device 391 is installed at the top of the horizontal bar, and the movable part of the lifting device 391 passes through the horizontal bar and is installed at the top of the cover 390. Two guide rods 41 are provided. These guide rods 41 are located on the left and right sides of the lifting device 391. The upper ends of the guide rods 41 extend beyond the upper side of the mounting bracket assembly 40, and their lower ends are symmetrically installed at the top of the cover 390. The two guide rods 41 work together to guide the movement of the cover 390.

[0127] The rotating unit includes a connecting shaft 42, a transmission assembly, and a second drive device 44. The second drive device 44 transmits power to the transmission assembly, which in turn transmits power to cause the connecting shaft 42 to rotate.

[0128] Two connecting shafts 42 are provided. Both connecting shafts 42 are horizontally positioned between two vertical rods and rotatably connected to the vertical rods. The other ends of the two connecting shafts 42 are respectively installed at the left and right ends of the housing 300. The two connecting shafts 42 work together to rotatably connect the housing 300 and the mounting bracket assembly 40. The transmission assembly includes a gear 430 and a transmission gear 431. The gear 430 is installed on the outer wall of one of the connecting shafts 42. The transmission gear 431 meshes with the lower end of the gear 430. The fixed part of the second drive device 44 is installed on the outer end of the vertical rod on the same side as the installation position of the transmission gear 431, and the movable part of the second drive device 44 passes through the vertical rod and connects to the transmission gear 431. This second drive device 44 can be a second motor. The second motor drives the transmission gear 431 to rotate, and with the cooperation of the transmission gear 431 and the gear 430, the connecting shaft 42 and the housing 300 rotate around the horizontal axis.

[0129] After the gelatinization process is completed and the raw materials inside the lower barrel are cleaned: the first motor is controlled to move the cover 390 and other components upward along the guide rod 41. Then the second motor is started, which drives the transmission gear 431 to rotate, thereby causing the gear 430 to rotate. This causes the connecting shaft 42 and the housing 300 and other components to rotate around the transverse axis, thereby causing the material inside the first barrel 10 to tilt forward. The tilted material and the pipe 100 come into contact with the first barrel 10 at the connection point, allowing the material to flow outward along the pipe 100 and the auxiliary pipe 31. This achieves a mechanical tilting and material handling operation, effectively preventing some raw materials from being hidden and thus ensuring the gelatinization quality.

[0130] Base unit, such as Figure 10As shown, it includes a base box 45, a lifting assembly 46, and a rolling element 47. The rolling element 47 is mounted on the bottom of the base box 45 via the lifting assembly 46. By adjusting the lifting assembly 46, the rolling element 47 can be raised or lowered relative to the base box 45.

[0131] There are two base boxes 45. The two base boxes 45 are respectively installed at the bottom ends of the two vertical plates. Each base box 45 is set perpendicular to the vertical plate, so that the mounting frame unit can be stably placed on the ground.

[0132] The lifting assembly 46 includes a lifting plate 460, screws 461, sprockets 462, a chain, and auxiliary columns 464. The lifting plate 460 is positioned along the length of the base box 45 and slidably connected to the interior of the base box 45. Two threaded holes are recessed downwards on the upper surface of the lifting plate 460. These threaded holes are located on the front and rear sides of the crossbar of the mounting bracket assembly 40. Two screws 461 are also provided. The bottom ends of the two screws 461 are threaded into the two threaded holes, and their top ends extend beyond the upper side of the threaded holes and then to the upper side of the base box 45. The screws 461 are rotatably connected to the base box 45. The screws 461, in conjunction with the threaded holes, allow the lifting plate 460 to move vertically up and down along the base box 45. Two sprockets 462 are also provided. Both sprockets 462 are located inside the base box 45 and above the lifting plate 460. Each sprocket 462 is mounted to the outer wall of each screw 461. A chain connects two sprockets 462 to each other. The two sprockets 462 work in conjunction with the chain to cause the two screws 461 to rotate synchronously. Multiple auxiliary posts 464 are provided. These auxiliary posts 464 are arranged in a circle outside the screws 461, with one end equidistantly mounted to the bottom of the sprockets 462. The other end of each auxiliary post 464 is attached to the upper end of the lifting plate 460. The multiple auxiliary posts 464 work together to restrict the upward movement of the lifting plate 460, preventing it from obstructing the movement of the sprockets 462.

[0133] Multiple rolling elements 47 are provided. The top light fixture of the rolling element 47 is mounted to the bottom of the lifting plate 460. By using multiple rolling elements 47 in conjunction, the mounting frame unit can be moved. The rolling elements 47 can be casters.

[0134] In operation, first, one screw 461 on the base box 45 is rotated, causing the corresponding sprocket 462 to rotate. Driven by the chain, another sprocket 462 rotates, causing the other screw 461 to rotate, resulting in synchronized rotation of both screws 461 for easy operation. As the screw 461 rotates, the threaded hole moves downwards along it, causing the lifting plate 460 to move downwards along the base box 45. This moves multiple rolling elements 47 downwards, bringing their bottoms into contact with the ground and lifting the base box 45. The same steps are then repeated for the other base box 45, lifting both. The multiple rolling elements 47 can then be used to move the base box 45 and other components, such as the mounting bracket unit, to a suitable position.

[0135] Then, the screw 461 is rotated in the opposite direction, so that the rolling element 47 returns to the bottom box 45, so that the bottom box 45 contacts the ground, thereby making the bottom box 45 and the mounting bracket unit and other components stable. This allows the mounting bracket unit and other components to be both easy to move and stable to place, making them convenient to use and highly functional.

[0136] The working principle of the gelatinization equipment for a type of freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor provided in this application is as follows:

[0137] Before gelatinizing the mixed raw materials: The screws 461 of the two bottom boxes 45 are rotated sequentially, causing the lifting assembly 46 to move the rolling elements 47 downwards, thus lifting the two bottom boxes 45 one after the other. At this time, using the multiple rolling elements 47, the gelatinization equipment for the fermented glutinous rice flavored freeze-dried food is moved to a suitable position. Then, the screws 461 of the two bottom boxes 45 are rotated in opposite directions, causing the lifting assembly 46 to move the rolling elements 47 upwards, so that the two bottom boxes 45 contact the ground one after the other, maintaining the stability of the gelatinization equipment for the fermented glutinous rice flavored freeze-dried food.

[0138] The electromagnet 37 circuit is then activated, and the repulsive force between the magnetic plate 36 and the electromagnet 37 causes the auxiliary pipe 31 to move towards the front end and separate from the pipe 100, thereby ensuring that the first barrel section 10 rotates under the drive of the first driving device 142. At this time, the third elastic element 38 is in a stretched state.

[0139] During the gelatinization of mixed raw materials: First, various raw materials are added into the first barrel section 10. Then, the lifting device 391 is activated, driving the cover 390 to move downwards, thereby moving components such as the pressure plate 220 and the second barrel section 20 downwards, until the positioning pins 210 of the second plate section 21 are respectively inserted into the corresponding positioning holes 110. At this time, the cover 390 has not yet adhered to the box body 300. The second plate section 21 and the first plate section 11 adhere to each other, making the second barrel section 20 and the first barrel section 10 sealed and connected.

[0140] The cover 390 is then driven to continue moving downwards, causing the pressure plate 220 to move down until the cover 390 is in contact with the housing 300. At this point, the cover 390 is restricted by the position of the housing 300 and cannot move further downwards. Simultaneously, during the downward movement of the cover 390, the second elastic element 24 is compressed. The elastic force generated by the second elastic element 24 further enhances the sealing between the second barrel section 20 and the first barrel section 10.

[0141] The control valve of pipeline 100 is closed, and the heating element 13 and the first drive device 142 are started in sequence to allow the raw material to gelatinize in the gelatinization space. During gelatinization, water vapor is continuously generated, causing the air pressure in the gelatinization space to increase. Under this pressure, the piston 23 moves upward along the second barrel section 20, thereby enlarging the gelatinization space formed by the second barrel section 20 and the first barrel section 10. Furthermore, the water vapor generated during gelatinization remains within the gelatinization space.

[0142] After gelatinization is complete: First, turn off the heating element 13 and the first driving device 142. Then, disconnect the circuit of the electromagnet 37, so that the repulsive force between the electromagnet 37 and the magnetic plate 36 disappears. At this time, the third elastic element 38, which is in a stretched state, begins to contract. Under the action of the third elastic element 38, the auxiliary pipe 31 moves backward until the front end of the pipe 100 is inserted into the auxiliary pipe 31, so that the auxiliary pipe 31 is connected to the pipe 100.

[0143] Open the control valve of pipe 100 to allow water vapor in the gelatinization space to be discharged outward along pipe 100 and auxiliary pipe 31, while filter screen 33 will block the material flowing out with the water vapor. After the venting is completed, end cap 32 can be removed from auxiliary pipe 31, and then the blocked material can be cleaned up and recycled.

[0144] After the material is cleaned: First, control the first motor to move the cover 390 and other components upward along the guide rod 41. Then start the second motor to drive the transmission gear 431 to rotate, which in turn causes the gear 430 to rotate, causing the connecting shaft 42 and the box 300 and other components to rotate around the transverse axis. This causes the material in the first barrel 10 to tilt forward, and the tilted material comes into contact with the pipe 100 at the connection point with the first barrel 10, causing the material to flow outward along the pipe 100 and the auxiliary pipe 31, realizing a mechanical tilting and material handling operation.

[0145] This application also provides a processing method for gelatinizing the above-mentioned freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor using gelatinization equipment, which has excellent gelatinization effect, and specifically includes the following steps:

[0146] The first step is pulping. The fermented and qualified mashed rice and water are put into a pulping machine in a predetermined ratio and mixed with the mashed rice and water to obtain a pulp.

[0147] The second step is ingredient preparation. Starch and other excipients are added to a container with water in a predetermined ratio, and the contents of the container are stirred to dissolve the starch and other excipients in the water to obtain an excipient solution.

[0148] The third step is feeding. First, the slurry is fed into the first barrel 10, then the auxiliary liquid is fed into the first barrel 10 according to the predetermined ratio, and then the outlet of the second barrel 20 is sealed to the first barrel 10.

[0149] The fourth step is gelatinization. The material in the first barrel 10 is heated to a predetermined temperature by the heating element 13. At the same time, the first driving device 142 drives the worm gear 141 to rotate, and the annular worm wheel 140 and the first barrel 10 rotate around the vertical axis, thereby mixing the slurry and auxiliary liquid to obtain a gelatinized liquid.

Claims

1. A gelatinization device for freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor, used for gelatinizing mixed raw materials, characterized in that: The gelatinization equipment for the freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor includes an inner cylinder mechanism and an outer cylinder mechanism; the inner cylinder mechanism is installed inside the outer cylinder mechanism and includes a lower cylinder unit and an upper cylinder unit. The lower tank unit includes a lower tank body, a heating element, and a drive assembly; the lower tank body is used to contain the mixed raw materials; the heating element heats the lower tank body. The upper bucket unit includes an upper bucket body and a piston assembly; the piston assembly is installed inside the upper bucket body. The upper barrel body is used for opening and closing the lower barrel body; the upper barrel body fits against the top of the lower barrel body to form a sealed gelatinization space; the piston assembly has a piston and a second elastic element; the piston is slidably connected to the upper barrel body; the top end of the second elastic element is installed on the upper barrel body, and its bottom end is installed on the piston; The drive assembly drives the lower bucket body and the upper bucket body to rotate synchronously around the vertical axis; The outer cylinder mechanism includes a box unit and a cover unit; the box unit has a box body; the box body is rotatably connected to the lower cylinder body; a through hole is provided at the top of the box body; The cover unit includes a cover and a lifting device; the lifting device drives the cover to move up and down in the vertical direction; when the lifting device drives the cover to fit against the top of the box, the resulting accommodating space is used for the installation of the inner cylinder mechanism; The lower drum unit of the inner cylinder mechanism further includes a scraper; the scraper is rotatably connected to the lower drum body about a vertical axis. The driving assembly of the inner cylinder mechanism includes an annular worm gear, a worm, and a first driving device; the annular worm gear is sleeved on the outer wall of the lower cylinder body; the worm meshes with the annular worm gear, and the worm is rotatably connected to the housing and extends outside the housing; the worm is driven by the first driving device; a handwheel is installed at one end of the worm. When the lifting device moves the cover to fit against the top of the box, the first driving device drives the worm to rotate, thereby driving the annular worm wheel to rotate, which in turn causes the lower bucket body to rotate. The scraper rotates in the opposite direction relative to the lower bucket body to scrape the inner wall of the lower bucket body. The lower bucket body includes a first bucket section and a first plate section. The first plate section is installed on the outer wall of the top of the first bucket section, and the height of the first plate section is lower than the height of the box body. The upper barrel body includes a second barrel section and a second plate section; the second plate section is installed on the outer wall of the bottom end of the second barrel section and protrudes from the cover; the top of the second barrel section has a vent hole that matches the through hole; The upper bucket unit further includes several first telescopic components; the first telescopic components are installed between the second plate and the cover, and one end of the first telescopic components is movably connected to the cover; The first plate has a plurality of positioning holes along its circumference; the upper end of the first plate is recessed downward to form a mounting groove located inside the positioning holes; the mounting groove is used for the installation of the seal. The second plate portion is provided with positioning pins that match the positioning holes along its circumference; the inner wall of the second barrel portion is recessed outward to form a retaining groove; the retaining groove is used for the assembly of the retaining spring; The first telescopic assembly includes a pressure plate, a first elastic element, and a telescopic rod; the pressure plate is movably connected to the top of the cover body; one end of the first elastic element is installed at the bottom of the pressure plate, and the other end is installed at the top of the second plate. The telescopic rod is installed at one end at the bottom of the pressure plate and at the other end at the top of the second plate.

2. The gelatinization equipment for freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The gelatinization equipment for the freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor also includes a mounting frame mechanism; The mounting frame mechanism includes a mounting frame unit and a rotating unit; one end of the rotating unit is mounted on the housing; the rotating unit drives the housing to rotate around a transverse axis and is connected to the mounting frame unit.

3. The gelatinization equipment for freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower tank body is also equipped with a pipe with a control valve for regulating the venting and discharge of the gelatinization space; The housing unit also includes an auxiliary pipe assembly and a second telescopic assembly; both the auxiliary pipe assembly and the second telescopic assembly are installed in the housing and are located on the same side as the pipe. The auxiliary piping assembly includes an auxiliary pipe, an end cap, and a filter screen; The centerline of the auxiliary pipe is in the same plane as the centerline of the main pipe; the inner diameter of the auxiliary pipe is larger than the outer diameter of the main pipe; one end of the auxiliary pipe extends into the housing and is slidably connected to the housing; the end cap is threadedly connected to the other end of the auxiliary pipe; the filter screen is matched and installed on the end cap to block the mixed raw materials flowing out with the water vapor. The second telescopic assembly includes a mounting plate, a telescopic cylinder, a magnetic plate, an electromagnet, and a third elastic element; the telescopic cylinder, the magnetic plate, the electromagnet, and the third elastic element are installed between the mounting plate and the housing. The mounting plate is installed on the outer wall of the auxiliary pipe; The telescopic cylinder includes an inner cylinder and an outer cylinder; one end of the inner cylinder extends into the outer cylinder and is slidably connected to the outer cylinder. The inner cylinder is located on the outer wall of the auxiliary pipe and is installed at one end of the mounting plate; the outer cylinder is installed at the outer end of the box body. The magnetic plate is disposed at the outer end of the auxiliary pipe and inside the inner cylinder; the magnetic plate is connected to one end of the mounting plate. The electromagnet is located at the outer end of the auxiliary pipe and inside the outer cylinder; the electromagnet is installed at the outer end of the box; the electromagnet and the magnetic plate are arranged to repel each other. The third elastic element is located around the telescopic cylinder and is installed between the mounting plate and the housing.

4. The gelatinization equipment for freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to claim 2, characterized in that, The mounting frame unit includes a mounting frame assembly and several guide rods; The mounting bracket assembly is formed into an inverted U-shape by two vertical bars and one horizontal bar; the horizontal bar is equipped with the lifting device; the guide rod passes through the horizontal bar in a vertical direction and is installed at the top of the cover. The rotating unit, mounted on the vertical rod, includes a connecting shaft, a transmission assembly, and a second driving device. The connecting shaft is mounted at one end to the housing and rotatably connected to the vertical rod at the other end; the transmission assembly includes a gear and a transmission gear; the gear is mounted to the outer wall of the connecting shaft; the transmission gear meshes with the lower end of the gear. When the cover moves upward along the guide rod and is driven by the lifting device to separate from the box, the second driving device drives the transmission assembly, thereby causing the box to rotate around the transverse axis.

5. The gelatinization equipment for freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor according to claim 4, characterized in that, The mounting frame mechanism further includes a base unit; the base unit is installed at the bottom of the mounting frame unit and includes a base box, a lifting assembly, and a rolling element; The bottom box is fitted and installed at the bottom of the mounting bracket assembly; The lifting assembly includes a lifting plate, several screws, sprockets, chains, and auxiliary columns; The lifting plate is arranged along the length of the base box and slidably connected to the base box; the lifting plate has a threaded hole; the screw is matched with the threaded hole; the bottom end of the screw is threaded into the threaded hole, and the top end of the screw is rotatably connected to the base box; the sprocket is located between the base box and the lifting plate, and is matched with the screw and installed on the outer wall of the screw; the chain has the sprocket connected inside, so that the sprockets are interconnected; the auxiliary column is installed at one end to the bottom end of the sprocket; Its other end is attached to the lifting plate; The rolling element has its top end fitted onto the lifting plate.

6. A processing method for gelatinizing the freeze-dried food with fermented glutinous rice flavor using the gelatinization equipment described in any one of claims 1 to 5, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: The first step is pulping. The fermented and qualified mashed rice and water are put into a pulping machine in a predetermined ratio and mixed with the mashed rice and water to obtain a pulp. The second step is ingredient preparation. Starch and water are added to a container in a predetermined ratio, and the contents of the container are stirred to dissolve the starch and water, thus obtaining an auxiliary solution. The third step is feeding. First, the slurry is fed into the lower tank body, then the auxiliary liquid is fed into the lower tank body in a predetermined ratio, and then the upper tank body seals the outlet of the lower tank body. Step 4: Gelatinization. The heating element heats the material in the lower tank to a predetermined temperature. At the same time, the first driving device drives the worm gear to rotate, and the annular worm wheel and the lower tank body rotate around the vertical axis, thereby mixing the slurry and auxiliary liquid to obtain a gelatinized liquid.

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