A device and method for adjusting the draw resistance of a cigar

Abstract

The application discloses a cigar suction resistance adjusting device and method, which comprises a lifting assembly, a clamping assembly and a needle air passage and horizontal movement module. The lifting assembly has a V-shaped groove capable of ascending and descending, the V-shaped groove is divided into two sections, the clamping assembly has two clamping jaws capable of opening and closing, and the two clamping jaws are oppositely arranged between the two sections of the V-shaped groove. The needle air passage and horizontal movement module comprises a needle power source, an air inlet assembly and a needle, the air inlet assembly is in air communication with the needle, the needle is fixed on the needle power source, and the movement direction of the needle is opposite to the V-shaped groove. The device can be used for semi-automatically adjusting the suction resistance of cigars. The reduction of the suction resistance of the cigars can not only improve the qualified rate of products, but also improve the production efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to cigar smoking equipment, and more specifically, to a cigar smoking resistance adjustment device and method. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of the tobacco industry, both the demand for and the quality of tobacco are on the rise. Statistics show that approximately 20-30% of handmade cigars are currently substandard, primarily due to excessive draw resistance. To address this technical issue, a traditional syringe is typically used for insertion-type air blowing into the cigar. This involves inserting the needle into the end of the cigar and pushing the piston rod to create a small airflow gap inside the cigar, thereby reducing draw resistance. However, traditional syringes typically have limited insertion depth and limited air pressure, meaning they cannot effectively alter the internal structure of the tobacco leaves, thus limiting the improvement in draw resistance. Furthermore, the air blowing operation with a traditional syringe is manually performed by pushing the piston, a process lacking automation and requiring experienced personnel. Improper operation can ruin the cigar, and the insertion position and depth are difficult to accurately record and quantify, making it difficult to achieve consistent draw resistance improvement. Additionally, purely manual operation (manual clamping and puncture) easily leads to accidental injury and safety hazards. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention overcomes the shortcomings of the prior art and provides an implementation method for a cigar smoke suction resistance adjustment device, which is expected to solve the problems that reducing suction resistance by blowing air into cigar smoke cannot achieve consistent quality and is prone to safety hazards.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A cigar draw resistance adjustment device includes a lifting assembly, a clamping assembly, and a needle ventilation and lateral movement module. The lifting assembly has a V-shaped groove that can rise and fall, and the V-shaped groove is divided into two sections. The clamping assembly has two opening and closing claws, which are arranged opposite each other between the two sections of the V-shaped groove. The needle ventilation and lateral movement module includes a needle power source, an air intake assembly, and a needle. The air intake assembly is connected to the air passage of the needle, and the needle is fixed on the needle power source. The movement direction of the needle is directly opposite the V-shaped groove.

[0006] The lifting assembly includes a lifting motor, on the output shaft of which a V-groove module is mounted. The V-groove is located on the upper surface of the V-groove module, which is divided into two sections. The two sections are connected by a connecting block, and the gripping part of the gripper is located above the connecting block. The gripping assembly includes a power box, and the gripper is slidably connected to the slide groove of the power box. The power box controls the opening and closing of the two grippers. The power source for the insertion pin is a linear motor. The air intake assembly includes an air intake seat and an air source processing device. The air intake seat is connected to the output shaft of the linear motor. The air intake seat has an air inlet and an air outlet, and the air outlet corresponds to the V-groove. The air inlet on the air intake seat is connected to the air source processing device through an air inlet pipe. The air source processing device is connected to an air compressor. The insertion pin includes a needle sleeve and a needle tube. The needle sleeve is mounted on the air outlet of the air intake seat, and the needle tube is horizontally fixedly mounted on the front end of the needle sleeve. The end and side wall of the needle tube have ventilation holes.

[0007] A baffle plate is fixedly installed at one end of the V-shaped groove. The baffle plate is also provided with a pin hole, which is a vertical elongated hole and corresponds to the position of the pin.

[0008] The sliding guide seat includes a slider and a guide seat. The slider is fixedly installed on the top of the linear motor. The guide seat is L-shaped and has a groove. The guide seat is slidably connected to the slider through the groove. One end of the guide seat is fixedly connected to the output end of the linear motor. The bottom of the air inlet seat is fixedly connected to the front end face of the guide seat.

[0009] The needle sheath has one or more needle tubes.

[0010] A pin guide seat is also provided between the pin and the blocking plate, and the pin guide seat is provided with a plurality of pin guide holes corresponding to the pin tube.

[0011] The cigar draw resistance adjustment device includes a control terminal, a grating, and a photoelectric sensor. The control terminal stores process parameters for several types of cigars. The lifting motor, the power source of the power box, the air source processing device, the linear motor, the grating, and the photoelectric sensor are all connected to the control terminal. The V-groove has a mounting through hole, and the photoelectric sensor is installed in the mounting through hole. The grating is positioned above the lifting assembly, the clamping assembly, and the pin ventilation and lateral movement module.

[0012] The cigar smoke suction resistance adjustment device includes a housing, and a touch screen is provided on the front of the housing. The touch screen is connected to the control terminal.

[0013] A method for adjusting the draw resistance of a cigar includes the following steps:

[0014] The first step is to store the process parameters of several cigar models in the control terminal, including the parameters of the lifting assembly, clamping assembly, linear motor, and gas source processing device connected to the control terminal; obtain the process parameters by selecting the cigar model and send them to the control terminal.

[0015] The second step is to place the cigar in the V-shaped groove that rises and falls via the lifting assembly, and to trigger the photoelectric sensor so that the control terminal can obtain the signal from the photoelectric sensor.

[0016] Third, the grating feeds back the signal from the operator's hand to the control terminal. When the operator's hand leaves the grating detection area and the photoelectric sensor detects the cigar, the control terminal performs the following operations based on the process parameters selected in the first step:

[0017] 3.1: The lifting assembly raises and lowers the cigar so that the insert pin is coaxial with the axis of the cigar;

[0018] 3.2: The clamping component holds the cigar, thus fixing the cigar in place;

[0019] 3.3: The linear motor drives the inserter, which is supplied with compressed air by the air source treatment device, to penetrate into the interior of the cigar. The compressed air is discharged into the interior of the cigar through the vent on the inserter.

[0020] 3.4: The linear motor pulls the needle out of the cigar, and the air source treatment device shuts off the compressed air path;

[0021] 3.5: The clamping component releases the cigar and disengages the fixation;

[0022] The fourth step is for the operator to manually remove the cigar from the V-shaped groove.

[0023] In the aforementioned method for adjusting the draw resistance of cigars,

[0024] The process parameters include the distance and speed of the lifting assembly moving up and down, the clamping width, speed, and torque of the clamping assembly, the insertion speed of the linear motor, the insertion depth of the needle tube, and the pressure and airflow of the compressed air delivered by the air source treatment device.

[0025] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has at least the following beneficial effects:

[0026] 1. Inserted Compressed Air: This method reduces the draw resistance of a cigar by inserting compressed air. During cigar making, a device is inserted into the tobacco blank and compressed air is injected. This effectively adjusts the density and compactness of the tobacco blank, thereby reducing the overall draw resistance.

[0027] 2. Air Conditioning Technology: This device utilizes air conditioning technology to control the time, flow rate, and pressure of compressed air as needed. This adjustment accurately reduces the internal draw resistance of the tobacco blank, achieving the ideal draw resistance level and improving the product's yield.

[0028] 3. Needle structure design: Ensures even distribution of compressed air during insertion. This avoids problems such as excessively high or low local suction resistance, ensuring uniform suction resistance throughout and improving overall quality.

[0029] 4. Real-time monitoring and feedback: Working in conjunction with a cigar draw resistance meter at the production line, it accurately monitors draw resistance levels and provides timely feedback to operators. Through real-time monitoring, we can accurately assess the draw resistance of the tobacco blanks and make adjustments as needed to ensure the product meets the expected quality requirements.

[0030] 5. Improved Production Efficiency: Reducing the draw resistance of cigars not only improves the product qualification rate but also enhances production efficiency. Solving the draw resistance issue reduces the need for disassembly and rework, saving time and manpower, making the production process more efficient and streamlined, and better meeting market demands. Attached Figure Description

[0031] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0032] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the rear part of the outer casing of the present invention;

[0033] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting component of the present invention;

[0034] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping component of the present invention;

[0035] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the pin ventilation and lateral movement module of the present invention;

[0036] Figure 6 This is a side view of the gripper of the present invention;

[0037] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the needle insertion structure of a needle tube according to the present invention;

[0038] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the cross-section of the needle tube of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the pin guide seat structure of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 10 Diagram showing the interaction between the cigar draw resistance adjustment device and the cigar;

[0041] Figure 11 A flowchart for adjusting the suction resistance using the device described in this invention;

[0042] The components in the diagram are numbered as follows: 1. Outer shell; 2. Lifting assembly; 3. Clamping assembly; 4. Pin ventilation and lateral movement module; 5. Cigar; 6. Clamping area; 7. Lifting motor; 8. V-groove module; 9. V-groove; 10. Connecting block; 11. Photoelectric sensor; 12. Baffle plate; 13. Pin through hole; 14. Pin; 15. Power box; 16. Gripper; 17. Dustproof plate; 18. Clamping part; 19. Slider; 20. Clamping 21. Holding groove; 22. Linear motor; 23. Guide seat; 24. Touch screen; 25. Air inlet seat; 26. Air inlet pipe; 27. Air source treatment device; 28. Air inlet hole; 29. ​​Needle sleeve; 30. Needle tube; 31. Vent hole; 32. Needle guide seat; 33. Needle guide hole; 34. Grating; 35. Fan; 36. Network connection port; 37. Side door; 38. Start button; 39. Stop button; 30. Protective door. Detailed Implementation

[0043] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this invention clearer, the invention will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the invention.

[0044] like Figure 1 , 3 As shown in Figures 4 and 5: A cigar draw resistance adjustment device includes a housing 1 with an opening for easy access for the operator to place and remove cigars. Inside the housing 1 are a lifting assembly 2, a clamping assembly 3, and a needle insertion ventilation and lateral movement module 4. The lifting assembly 2 adjusts the height of the cigar 5, providing coaxial centering lifting and lowering for cigar blanks of different circumferences (coarse, medium, and fine) before needle insertion, facilitating the operation of the needle insertion ventilation and lateral movement module 4. After the lifting assembly 2 is adjusted, the clamping assembly 3 clamps and fixes the cigar 5 to prevent insertion. During operation, the cigar 5 is damaged due to shaking. The needle ventilation and lateral movement module 4 is inserted into the cigar 5 and uses compressed air to change the internal structure of the cigar 5, thereby reducing the suction resistance of the cigar 5. The lifting assembly 2, the clamping assembly 3 and the needle ventilation and lateral movement module 4 are fixedly installed in the housing 1 by the frame. The needle ventilation and lateral movement module 4 is located at one end of the lifting assembly 2. The lifting assembly 2 has a clamping area 6, and the clamping assembly 3 is located in the clamping area 6 of the lifting assembly 2.

[0045] like Figure 3 , 4As shown: The lifting assembly 2 includes a lifting motor 7 and a V-groove module 8. The lifting motor 7 is fixedly mounted on the frame and is a linear lifting motor. The V-groove module 8 is fixedly mounted on the top of the output shaft of the lifting motor 7. The upper surface of the V-groove module 8 has a V-groove 9, which is used to place the cigar 5. The cigar 5 is a long cylindrical shape. When the cigar 5 is placed in the V-groove 9, it will naturally fall into the bottom of the V-groove 9 (that is, the V-groove has a self-centering characteristic), which can realize the vertical positioning of the cigar 5 by the V-groove 9. The output shaft of the lifting motor 7 drives the V-groove module 8 to move up and down, thereby realizing the vertical position adjustment of the cigar 5. The V-groove module 8 also has a clamping area 6, which divides the V-groove module 8 into two sections. The bottoms of the two sections of the V-groove module 8 are fixedly connected by a connecting block 10, which is located within the clamping area 6, so that the V-grooves 9 of the two sections of the V-groove module 8 correspond to each other. The length of the clamping area 6 is less than the length of the cigar 5. In use, the cigar 5 is placed in the V-groove 9, with both ends of the cigar 5 located in the two sections of the V-groove module 8, and the middle section of the cigar 5 located in the clamping area 6. The clamping component 3 clamps the cigar 5 within the clamping area 6. A baffle plate 12 is also provided on the V-groove module 8 near the end of the pin ventilation and lateral movement module 4. The surface of the baffle plate 12 corresponds to the V-groove 9 of the V-groove module 8. The baffle plate 12 is fixedly installed on the end of the V-groove 9, which ensures that one end of the cigar 5 is aligned with the baffle plate 12 when the cigar 5 is placed in the V-groove 9, thus achieving axial positioning of the cigar 5. The baffle plate 12 is also provided with a pin hole 13. The pin hole 13 is a vertically elongated hole. The pin hole 13 corresponds to the position of the pin 14 on the transverse module 4. The vertically elongated pin hole 13 can accommodate cigars 5 of different diameters for insertion and blowing operations.

[0046] The clamping assembly 3 is located within the clamping area 6 of the V-groove module 8, and includes a power box 15, grippers 16, and a dustproof plate 17. The power box 15 is fixedly mounted on the frame, and there are two grippers 16, which are respectively arranged facing each other on both sides of the connecting block 10. Figure 6 As shown, the gripper 16 includes a gripping part 18, a connecting rod, and a slider 19. The gripping part 18 is located above the connecting block 10. Both ends of the gripping part 18 are clearance-fitted with the V-shaped groove modules 8 at both ends. The gripping part 18 of the gripper 16 has transverse gripping grooves 20. When gripping the cigar 5, the two gripping grooves 20 are used to clamp and limit the cigar 5 to its left and right sides. Furthermore, adding strip-shaped serrations within the gripping grooves 20 provides anti-slip properties to the gripper 16. The gripping force on the cigar 5 can be controlled by changing the position of the two grippers 16. A dustproof plate 17 is also provided below the two grippers 16. Figure 1A dustproof plate 17 is located at the lower part of the connecting block 10 to prevent cigar dust from falling into the power box. A connecting rod is fixedly connected to the lower end of the clamping part 18, and a slider 19 is fixedly connected to the lower end of the connecting rod. The two grippers 16, through their respective sliders 19, drive the relative position of the clamping part 18 to clamp and release the cigar dust. A power box 15 is located at the bottom of the grippers 16, and a groove is provided on the power box 15. The two sliders 19 are slidably disposed within the groove. A clamping motor is located inside the power box 15. The clamping motor controls the two grippers 16 to slide within the groove, allowing the grippers 16 to move closer or further apart. Alternatively, the two grippers 16 can be connected to a threaded rod, which has two sections with different rotation directions of the threads. One end of the threaded rod is connected to a clamping motor. When the clamping motor drives the threaded rod to rotate, the sliders 19 move closer or further away on the threaded rod, allowing the grippers 16 to move closer or further apart.

[0047] like Figure 1 , 5 As shown: The pin ventilation and lateral movement module 4 includes a linear motor 21, a sliding guide seat, an air intake assembly, and a pin 14. The linear motor 21 is fixedly mounted on the frame, and its output end corresponds to the baffle plate 12. The sliding guide seat includes a slider and a guide seat 22. The slider is fixedly mounted on the top of the linear motor 21. The guide seat 22 is L-shaped and has a groove. The guide seat 22 is slidably mounted on the slider through the groove. One end of the guide seat 22 is fixedly connected to the output end of the linear motor 21. The sliding guide seat 22 makes the linear motion trajectory of the air intake assembly more stable. The air intake assembly is fixedly mounted on the front end face of the guide seat 22. The air intake assembly includes an air intake seat 24, an air intake pipe 25, and may also include an air source processing device 26. Figure 2 As shown, the air inlet seat 24 is fixedly connected to the front end face of the guide seat 22. The air inlet seat 24 has an air inlet hole 27 and an air outlet hole. The air outlet hole is located on the front end face of the air inlet seat 24 and corresponds to the V-groove 9. The air inlet pipe 25 is connected to the air inlet hole 27 by a quick-connect or threaded connection or other means that can achieve a seal. The end of the air inlet pipe 25 is connected to the air source treatment device 26. The air source treatment device 26 is connected to the air compressor device. The air source treatment device 26 regulates the pressure of the compressed air input by the air compressor device. At the same time, the air source treatment device 26 can also filter the air input by the air compressor device and perform basic treatments such as drainage and oil removal to prevent the input compressed air from causing secondary pollution to the cigars. A dust removal gun can also be installed on the air source treatment device 26 to facilitate cleaning of the inside and outside of the equipment.

[0048] like Figure 7 , Figure 8As shown: The insert 14 includes a needle sleeve 28 and a needle tube 29. The needle sleeve 28 is installed on the air outlet of the air inlet seat 24 by means of threaded connection or quick connector, so as to achieve a sealed connection between the insert 14 and the air outlet. The needle tube 29 is horizontally fixedly installed at the front end of the needle sleeve 28. The needle tube 29 is a hollow tube with a sharp tip at its front end. The needle tube 29 communicates with the needle sleeve 28. The end and side wall of the needle tube 29 have vent holes 30, and two rows of vent holes 30 are arranged opposite each other on the needle tube 29. The vent holes 30 are designed to allow air to pass through the air outlet. Compressed air is guided into the interior of the cigar 5, thereby changing the internal structure of the cigar 5. After the cigar 5 is held by the clamping component, the output shaft of the linear motor 21 extends and pushes out the guide seat 22, so that the guide seat 22 pushes the air inlet seat 24 and the needle tube 29 toward the end of the cigar 5. The needle tube 29 is inserted into the interior of the cigar 5 from the end of the cigar 5. During the process of inserting the needle tube 29 into the cigar 5, compressed air enters the air inlet seat 24 through the air inlet pipe 25 and is then discharged through the vent hole 30 of the needle tube 29. After the needle 29 is inserted into the cigar 5 to a predetermined depth, the output shaft of the linear motor 21 retracts until the needle 29 is completely pulled out from the end of the cigar 5. In actual use, a needle 14 with only one needle cannot meet the draw resistance adjustment needs of all cigar models. Therefore, multiple needles are designed, each with its own needle sleeve 28. Each group of needles increases the draw resistance adjustment of the cigar 5 by adding needles 29, such as needles 14 with one, three, five, or nine needles. The corresponding needle is selected according to the model of the cigar 5. The design of needles with multiple needles ensures that compressed air is evenly distributed during insertion, which avoids the problem of excessively high or low draw resistance in some areas, making the draw resistance uniform in all parts and improving the overall quality of the cigar. Inserting small needle holes (single or multiple holes) evenly into the axial center / circular shape inside the cigar end face is a technique called "ventilation holes". The purpose of ventilation holes is to improve the draw resistance and combustion performance of the cigar. By inserting a needle into the center of the cigar, airflow inside the cigar is improved, reducing draw resistance and resulting in more even burning. This venting technique is particularly useful for tightly packed cigars, which may have excessive draw resistance that negatively impacts the smoking experience. Applying venting effectively reduces draw resistance and improves smoking comfort. This technique can be tailored to specific cigars to meet consumer preferences for the smoking experience. By employing venting, cigar manufacturers can improve the draw resistance of their products, ensuring more even tobacco burning and enhancing the user's smoking experience. This technique is primarily applied to tightly packed cigars, reducing draw resistance and improving smoking comfort to meet consumer demand for high-quality cigars.

[0049] like Figure 5 , Figure 9As shown: A pin guide seat 31 is also provided between the pin 14 and the baffle plate 12. The pin guide seat 31 is fixedly installed on the frame. The pin guide seat 31 has multiple pin guide holes 32. The pin guide holes 32 correspond to the pointed front end of the needle tube 29. The pin guide holes 32 and the needle tube 29 are clearance-fitted. The pin guide seat 31 has a total of 16 pin guide holes. The arrangement is as follows: one pin guide hole in the center, three pin guide holes evenly distributed in the first ring outside the center hole, and four pin guide holes evenly distributed in the second ring. The needle guide holes are arranged in eight evenly spaced holes in the third ring. A single-needle needle passes through the central needle guide hole; a three-needle needle passes through the three needle guide holes in the first ring surrounding the central hole; a five-needle needle passes through the central needle guide hole and the four needle guide holes in the second outer ring; and a nine-needle needle passes through the central needle guide hole and the eight needle guide holes in the third ring. Each group of needles is designed on the needle sleeve according to the arrangement of the needle guide holes on the guide seat to accommodate different cigar models. The needle guide holes on the guide seat correspond to the needle through holes on the baffle plate. During the insertion of the needle into the cigar, the needle first passes through the needle guide hole, which guides the needle tube, ensuring its straightness and preventing the needle from bending or puncturing the cigar.

[0050] like Figure 1 , Figure 2 As shown: A grating 33 is also installed inside the outer casing 1. The grating 33 is located above the lifting assembly 2, clamping assembly 3, and pin ventilation and lateral movement module 4. The transmitter and receiver of the grating 33 are respectively installed on the left and right sides inside the outer casing 1. When the operator places the cigar 5 on the V-shaped groove 9, the operator's hand will interrupt the signal of the grating 33, causing the grating 33 to detect the hand in the working area. At this time, the entire device cannot operate or move. A fan 34 is also installed on the outer casing 1 to cool the electrical components inside the casing. A protective door 39 is hinged to the opening of the outer casing 1. The protective door 39 also has a viewing window. After blowing away the smoke and debris at the end of each shift, the protective door 39 is closed to protect the inside of the equipment. A side door 36 is also hinged to the side wall of the outer casing 1, which can be opened to clean and inspect the electrical components, moving parts, and base plate inside the equipment.

[0051] To achieve automation, a control terminal can be set up. The lifting assembly 2, clamping assembly 3, and pin ventilation and lateral movement module 4 are connected to the control terminal via wiring. The control terminal controls the operation of the above-mentioned components. The control terminal stores the process parameters for each brand of cigar that this device needs to execute. The control terminal is connected to the lifting motor 7 to control the lifting assembly 2, and to the clamping motor in the power box 15 to control the clamping assembly 3. The control terminal is also connected to the air compressor, air source treatment device 26, and linear motor 21 to control the pin ventilation and lateral movement module 4.

[0052] The end of the cigar 5 closest to the insertion pin ventilation and lateral movement module 4 is the insertion blowing end. Therefore, the end of the cigar 5 must be in the correct position to ensure the quality of the insertion blowing operation. The V-groove 9 has a mounting through hole, in which the photoelectric sensor 11 is installed. After the cigar 5 is placed in position, it will block the photoelectric sensor 11, allowing the sensor to detect that the cigar is in position. The photoelectric sensor 11 is connected to the control terminal. When the cigar is in position, the photoelectric sensor 11 feeds a signal back to the control terminal, enabling the adjustment of the cigar's vertical position, clamping, and blowing operations.

[0053] The clamping part 18 can flexibly clamp the cigar 5 by means of the torque feedback function of the clamping motor in the power box 15.

[0054] The control terminal monitors the depth of needle 29 inserted into cigar 5 by controlling the movement distance of the output shaft of linear motor 21.

[0055] The grating 33 is connected to the control terminal. The control terminal uses the signal fed back by the grating 33 to determine whether the operator's hand has left the cigar. Only after the hand has left the cigar can the operator adjust the height of the cigar and insert the needle.

[0056] The outer casing 1 also features a network connection port 35, providing network access for the instrument. A power connection port is also provided on casing 1 to supply power to the equipment. A touchscreen 23 is located on the front of casing 1, connecting to a control terminal. The touchscreen 23 enables human-machine interaction and the setting and querying of process parameters, including setting the distance and speed of the lifting assembly 2's vertical movement, the clamping width, speed, and torque of the clamping assembly 3, the insertion speed of the linear motor 21 of the needle ventilation and lateral movement module 4, the needle insertion depth, and the pressure and airflow of the compressed air delivered by the air source treatment device 26. A start button 37 and a stop button 38 are also located on the front of casing 1, connecting to the control terminal. These buttons allow for starting and stopping the equipment. If an abnormality or malfunction occurs during program execution, pressing the stop button 38 will immediately stop the current program execution. Similarly, if a foreign object enters the working area, the grating 33 will also stop the equipment.

[0057] Specific usage instructions are as follows: Figure 9 and Figure 10 As shown:

[0058] The first step is to select the process parameters: Select the model of cigar 5 through the touch screen 23. Each model has process parameters that have been stored in the control terminal (distance and speed of the lifting component 2 moving up and down, width, speed and torque of the clamping component 3, insertion speed of the linear motor 21 of the needle ventilation and transverse module 4, needle insertion depth, pressure and airflow of compressed air delivered by the air source treatment device 26, etc.).

[0059] The second step is manual feeding: Place the corresponding model of cigar 5 into the V-shaped groove 9, so that the middle section of the cigar 5 is located in the clamping area 6, and the two ends are located in the two sections of the V-shaped groove module 8 respectively, ensuring that the end of the cigar 5 near the baffle plate 12 is in contact with the baffle plate 12. At the same time, due to the action of the grating 33, the operator's hand is detected in the working area. At this time, the equipment is locked by the control terminal and cannot run or move.

[0060] Third, after the operator's hands are removed from the work area, the grating 33 resumes signal, the control terminal unlocks the equipment, the operator presses the start button 37, and the equipment runs according to the selected process parameters:

[0061] 3.1: The lifting motor drives the V-groove module 8 to rise and fall to the corresponding position according to the set process parameters, so that the insertion pin 14 is coaxial with the axis of the cigar 5, that is, to ensure that the insertion pin 14 can penetrate into the center position of the axis of the cigar 5.

[0062] 3.2: The clamping assembly 3 clamps the cigar 5 until the clamping part 18 completely clamps the cigar 5, the clamping motor sends a signal of successful clamping to the control terminal and stops moving;

[0063] 3.3: The needle ventilation and transverse movement module 4 starts to operate according to the signal from the control terminal. The output shaft of the linear motor 21 pushes the needle 14 towards the end of the cigar 5. At the same time, the air source processing device 26 starts to input compressed air with the required air pressure and airflow according to the system signal. The needle 14 slowly penetrates into the interior of the cigar 5 through the needle guide hole 32 and the needle through hole 13. The compressed air is discharged from the ventilation hole 30 of the needle 14.

[0064] 3.4: The needle 14 is inserted into the cigar 5 to the set depth. The linear motor 21 starts to run in reverse to pull the needle 14 out of the cigar 5. After the linear motor 21 runs in reverse to the origin position, the needle 14 is completely pulled out of the cigar 5. At the same time, the air source processing device 26 closes the air circuit according to the control terminal signal and stops supplying compressed air.

[0065] 3.5: The clamping motor rotates in reverse, causing the gripper 16 to release the cigar 5 until the gripper 16 returns to its original position;

[0066] Step 4: The operator removes the cigar 5 from the V-groove 9.

[0067] After removing the cigar, the draw resistance of this cigar 5 can be tested using a cigar draw resistance meter.

[0068] Repeat the above steps to keep the device running continuously. For different types of cigars, simply replace the insert according to the system parameters.

[0069] Although the invention has been described herein with reference to illustrative embodiments, it should be understood that many other modifications and implementations can be devised by those skilled in the art, which will fall within the scope and spirit of the principles disclosed herein. More specifically, various variations and modifications can be made to the components and / or layout of the subject matter combination within the scope of this disclosure. Besides variations and modifications to the components and / or layout, other uses will be apparent to those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A cigar draw resistance adjustment device, characterized in that: The system includes a lifting assembly (2), a clamping assembly (3), and a pin ventilation and lateral movement module (4). The lifting assembly (2) has a V-shaped groove (9) that can rise and fall, and the V-shaped groove (9) is divided into two sections. The clamping assembly (3) has two opening and closing jaws (16) that are arranged opposite to each other between the two sections of the V-shaped groove (9). The pin ventilation and lateral movement module (4) includes a pin power source, an air intake assembly, and a pin (14). The air intake assembly is connected to the pin air passage, and the pin is fixed on the pin power source. The direction of movement of the pin is directly opposite to the V-shaped groove (9). The lifting assembly (2) includes a lifting motor (7), and a [missing information - likely a device or component] is mounted on the output shaft of the lifting motor (7). V-groove module (8), the V-groove (9) is located on the upper surface of V-groove module (8), V-groove module (8) is divided into two sections so that V-groove (9) is divided into two sections, the two sections of V-groove module (8) are connected by connecting block (10), the clamping part (18) of the gripper (16) is located above the connecting block (10); the clamping assembly (3) includes a power box (15), the gripper (16) is slidably connected to the slide of the power box (15), the power box (15) controls the opening and closing between the two grippers (16); the pin power source is a linear motor (21); the air intake assembly includes an air intake seat (24) and an air source processing device (26), the air intake seat (24) and the linear motor (21) are connected by a linear motor (22) and a linear motor (23) and a linear motor (24) and a linear motor (25) and a linear motor (26) and a linear motor (24) and a linear motor (25) and a linear motor (26) and a linear motor (27) and a linear motor (28) and a linear motor (29) and a linear motor (21) and a linear motor (22) and a linear motor (21) and a linear motor (22) and a linear motor (23 ... The output shaft of the linear motor (21) is connected. The air inlet seat (24) has an air inlet hole (27) and an air outlet hole. The air outlet hole corresponds to the V-groove (9). The air inlet hole (27) on the air inlet seat (24) is connected to the air source processing device (26) through the air inlet pipe (25). The air source processing device (26) is connected to the air compressor device. The needle includes a needle sleeve (28) and a needle tube (29). The needle sleeve (28) is installed on the air outlet hole of the air inlet seat (24). The needle tube (29) is horizontally fixedly installed at the front end of the needle sleeve (28). The end and side wall of the needle tube (29) have ventilation holes (30). A baffle plate (12) is fixedly installed at one end of the V-groove (9) to block the air outlet. The plate (12) is also provided with a pin through hole (13), which is a vertical elongated hole. The pin through hole (13) corresponds to the position of the pin (14). The pin ventilation and transverse movement module (4) also includes a sliding guide seat. The sliding guide seat includes a slider and a guide seat (22). The slider is fixedly installed on the top of the linear motor (21). The guide seat (22) is L-shaped and has a groove. The guide seat (22) is slidably connected to the slider through the groove. One end of the guide seat (22) is fixedly connected to the output end of the linear motor (21). The bottom of the air inlet seat (24) is fixedly connected to the front end face of the guide seat (22).

2. The cigar draw resistance adjusting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The needle sheath (28) has one or more needle tubes (29).

3. The cigar draw resistance adjusting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A needle guide seat (31) is provided between the needle (14) and the baffle plate (12), and the needle guide seat (31) is provided with a plurality of needle guide holes (32) corresponding to the needle tube (29).

4. The cigar draw resistance adjusting device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The system includes a control terminal, a grating (33), and a photoelectric sensor (11). The control terminal stores process parameters for several types of cigars. The power source of the lifting motor (7), the power box (15), the air source processing device (26), the linear motor (21), the grating (33), and the photoelectric sensor (11) are connected to the control terminal. The V-groove (9) has a mounting through hole, and the photoelectric sensor (11) is installed in the mounting through hole. The grating (33) is located above the lifting assembly (2), the clamping assembly (3), and the pin ventilation and transverse movement module (4).

5. The cigar draw resistance adjusting device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The device includes a housing, and the front of the housing (1) is also provided with a touch screen (23), which is connected to the control terminal.

6. A method for adjusting the draw resistance of a cigar, using the cigar draw resistance adjusting device as described in claim 4 or 5, characterized in that: Includes the following steps: The first step is to store the process parameters of several cigar models in the control terminal, including the process parameters of the lifting assembly, clamping assembly, linear motor, and gas source processing device connected to the control terminal; obtain the process parameters by selecting the cigar model and send them to the control terminal. The second step is to place the cigar in the V-shaped groove that rises and falls via the lifting assembly, and to trigger the photoelectric sensor so that the control terminal can obtain the signal from the photoelectric sensor. Third, the grating feeds back the signal from the operator's hand to the control terminal. When the operator's hand leaves the grating detection area and the photoelectric sensor detects the cigar, the control terminal performs the following operations based on the process parameters selected in the first step: 3.1: The lifting assembly raises and lowers the cigar so that the insert pin is coaxial with the axis of the cigar; 3.2: The clamping component holds the cigar, thus fixing the cigar in place; 3.3: The linear motor drives the inserter, which is supplied with compressed air by the air source treatment device, to penetrate into the interior of the cigar. The compressed air is discharged into the interior of the cigar through the vent on the inserter. 3.4: The linear motor pulls the needle out of the cigar, and the air source treatment device shuts off the compressed air path; 3.5: The clamping component releases the cigar and disengages the fixation; The fourth step is for the operator to manually remove the cigar from the V-shaped groove.

7. The cigar draw resistance adjustment method according to claim 6, characterized in that: The process parameters include the distance and speed of the lifting assembly moving up and down, the clamping width, speed, and torque of the clamping assembly, the insertion speed of the linear motor, the insertion depth of the needle tube, and the pressure and airflow of the compressed air delivered by the air source treatment device.

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