A high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for seed cotton foreign fiber detection
By employing a high-speed, uniform cotton spreading mechanism with multiple removal methods for heavy impurities and foreign fibers, combined with image processing technology, the problem of foreign fiber detection in seed cotton processing has been solved, achieving efficient and uniform seed cotton processing and improving production efficiency and quality.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202410143771.X
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-02-01
- Publication Date
- 2026-02-24
- Estimated Expiration
- 2044-02-01
AI Technical Summary
Existing technologies are insufficient to effectively remove foreign fibers from seed cotton, leading to quality problems in textile processing, such as broken ends, false warp threads, and uneven dyeing, which affect the quality of cotton products and corporate profits.
Design a high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism, including a seed cotton heavy impurity separator, a seed cotton opening box, a dust removal cage, a licker-in roller, a cotton spreading module, and a foreign fiber detection module. Through multiple removal of heavy impurities and foreign fibers, and by using image processing technology for detection and cleaning, high-speed and high-quality processing of seed cotton can be achieved.
This technology achieves multiple removals of heavy impurities and broken foreign fibers from seed cotton, ensuring the uniformity of cotton spreading and the quality of seed cotton processing, improving production efficiency, meeting the processing capacity of 12 tons/hour, and enhancing the quality of cotton products and corporate profits.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of seed cotton foreign fiber detection technology, and more specifically, to a high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for seed cotton foreign fiber detection. Background Technology
[0002] Seed cotton is the cotton picked by cotton farmers. After processing, the cottonseed is removed from the seed cotton, and the resulting cotton is called lint cotton. The cotton yield usually refers to the yield of lint cotton.
[0003] Foreign fibers mainly refer to non-natural cotton impurities such as chemical fibers, silk, linen, hair, and plastic rope contained in cotton. They are impurities mixed into cotton.
[0004] Foreign fibers may be combed into finer fibers during the combing process, becoming minor defects in the raw cotton material. They are also prone to breakage during textile processing, leading to yarn tangling and serious problems such as false warp hanging and warp breakage. In the dyeing process of textile fabrics, the presence of these impurities will also cause color spots, uneven dyeing, and other defects. All of these will seriously reduce the quality of cotton textiles, affect their selling price, and hinder enterprises from increasing production profits.
[0005] When laying cotton in the process of processing foreign fibers, if common methods are used, it is difficult to effectively remove the foreign fibers during the production process. Furthermore, the foreign fibers in the cotton will be combed during the processing of the cotton, which will ultimately affect the quality of the cotton production and processing.
[0006] Therefore, in view of this, we have studied and improved the existing structure to provide a high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton, in order to achieve a more practical purpose. Summary of the Invention
[0007] 1. Technical problems to be solved
[0008] To address the problems existing in the prior art, the purpose of this invention is to provide a high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton. It can achieve multiple removals of heavy impurities and broken foreign fibers in seed cotton, while achieving uniform cotton spreading effect and fully exposing foreign fibers. It also meets the requirements of high-speed and high-quality processing of seed cotton, ensuring the quality of seed cotton production and processing, and guaranteeing the treatment effect of foreign fibers in seed cotton.
[0009] 2. Technical Solution
[0010] To solve the above problems, the present invention adopts the following technical solution.
[0011] A high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton includes a main frame. A seed cotton heavy impurity separator is fixed at the top of the main frame. A seed cotton inlet pipe is fixed to the side of the top of the seed cotton heavy impurity separator. A seed cotton conveyor belt and a seed cotton opening box are arranged in the middle of the main frame and below the seed cotton heavy impurity separator. A dust removal cage and a licker-in roller are arranged inside the seed cotton opening box and below the seed cotton conveyor belt. A cotton spreading module and a foreign fiber detection module are arranged at the bottom of the main frame and below the dust removal cage. A three-fiber cotton pipe is fixed in the middle of the side of the foreign fiber detection module. A cotton outlet pipe is fixed in the bottom of the side of the foreign fiber detection module.
[0012] A raised platform is provided around the main frame, and a cotton suction pump is fixedly installed at the top of the platform. The output end of the cotton suction pump is connected to the cotton outlet pipe.
[0013] Furthermore, the surface of the seed cotton heavy impurity separator is provided with several mesh holes, and the conveying speed of the seed cotton heavy impurity separator is 0 to 50 m / s, and the conveying angle is -10° to 10°.
[0014] Furthermore, the side of the seed cotton opening box is provided with several ventilation holes.
[0015] Furthermore, the cotton-laying module includes a cotton web conveyor belt, on which three weight sensors are installed, and six sets of steel brushes are arranged directly above the cotton web conveyor belt.
[0016] Furthermore, the conveying speed range of the cotton web conveyor belt is 0 to 20 m / s.
[0017] Furthermore, the detection part of the foreign fiber detection module includes a camera and a light source detection element.
[0018] Furthermore, the foreign fiber removal part of the foreign fiber detection module includes a robotic arm and clamps.
[0019] Furthermore, the three-fiber cotton pipe is connected to the foreign fiber removal section of the foreign fiber detection module.
[0020] Furthermore, the cotton outlet pipe is connected to the detection section of the foreign fiber detection module.
[0021] 3. Beneficial effects
[0022] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this invention are:
[0023] ① In this scheme, during the seed cotton foreign fiber processing and cotton spreading operation, seed cotton raw materials are introduced from the seed cotton inlet pipe. The seed cotton heavy impurity separator separates the heavy impurities in the seed cotton and conveys it through the seed cotton conveyor belt. Then, the seed cotton opening box performs preliminary opening of the seed cotton, the seed cotton dust removal cage performs basic impurity removal, the licker-in roller performs preliminary combing of the seed cotton, and the seed cotton quantitatively enters the cotton spreading module. At the cotton spreading module, the seed cotton is uniformly webped, quantitatively weighed, and finally conveyed. Then, the foreign fiber detection module lays the seed cotton web and removes foreign fibers. At this time, the foreign fibers are output from the three-fiber cotton pipe, and the suction pump on the platform generates suction to export the cotton web and cotton from the outlet pipe. In this way, multiple removal of heavy impurities and broken foreign fibers in the seed cotton can be achieved. At the same time, the cotton spreading effect is uniform, and the foreign fibers can be fully exposed. It also meets the requirements of high-speed and high-quality processing of seed cotton and ensures the quality of seed cotton production and processing.
[0024] ② In this solution, image processing technology is used in the foreign fiber detection module to detect and clean foreign fibers in seed cotton, thereby achieving precise removal of film fragments and large-particle debris from long segments of drip irrigation tape in seed cotton, ensuring the treatment effect of foreign fibers in seed cotton. Attached Figure Description
[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the side planar structure of the present invention;
[0026] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the present invention. Figure 1 ;
[0027] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of the present invention. Figure 2 ;
[0028] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the cotton-laying module of the present invention;
[0029] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the front planar structure of the present invention;
[0030] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the planar structure of the back side of the present invention.
[0031] Explanation of the labels in the diagram:
[0032] 1. Seed cotton inlet pipe; 2. Seed cotton heavy impurity separator; 3. Seed cotton conveyor belt; 4. Seed cotton opening box; 5. Dust removal cage; 6. Zippering roller;
[0033] 7. Cotton spreading module; 701. Cotton web conveyor belt; 702. Weight sensor; 703. Steel brush;
[0034] 8. Foreign fiber detection module; 9. Three-fiber cotton pipe; 10. Cotton outlet pipe; 11. Main frame; 12. Elevated platform; 13. Cotton suction pump. Detailed Implementation
[0035] The technical solutions of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments of the present invention. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of the present invention without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.
[0036] Example 1:
[0037] Please see Figure 1-6 A high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton includes a main frame 11. A seed cotton heavy impurity separator 2 is fixed at the top of the main frame 11. A seed cotton inlet pipe 1 is fixed on the side of the top of the seed cotton heavy impurity separator 2. A seed cotton conveyor belt 3 and a seed cotton opening box 4 are arranged in the middle of the main frame 11 and below the seed cotton heavy impurity separator 2. A dust removal cage 5 and a licker-in roller 6 are arranged inside the seed cotton opening box 4 and below the seed cotton conveyor belt 3. A cotton spreading module 7 and a foreign fiber detection module 8 are arranged at the bottom of the main frame 11 and below the dust removal cage 5. A three-fiber cotton pipe 9 is fixed in the middle of the side of the foreign fiber detection module 8. A cotton outlet pipe 10 is fixed in the bottom of the side of the foreign fiber detection module 8.
[0038] A raised platform 12 is provided around the main frame 11, and a cotton suction pump 13 is fixedly installed at the top of the raised platform 12. The output end of the cotton suction pump 13 is connected to the cotton outlet pipe 10.
[0039] In summary, this device employs a two-stage seed cotton opening and uniform spreading mechanism. By adjusting the seed cotton input and the flow rate of the cotton in each stage in real time according to the amount of cotton spread, it achieves multiple removals of heavy impurities and broken foreign fibers from the seed cotton. At the same time, the cotton spreading effect is uniform, which can fully expose foreign fibers and meet the requirements of high-speed and high-quality seed cotton processing. The final seed cotton processing capacity can reach 12 tons / hour, which effectively improves the quality and efficiency of seed cotton production.
[0040] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 Specifically, the surface of the seed cotton heavy impurity separator 2 is provided with several mesh holes, and the conveying speed of the seed cotton heavy impurity separator 2 is 0 to 50 m / s, and the conveying angle is -10° to 10°.
[0041] The mesh-like holes facilitate the orderly arrangement of seed cotton according to the prescribed order. Seed cotton smaller than the hole size will be treated as impurities. The seed cotton and heavy impurity separator 2 also serves to transport the seed cotton and achieve the initial homogenization effect. During transport, the transport speed is infinitely adjustable between 0 and 50 m / s, and the speed is controlled by the quantitative cotton flow of the cotton spreading module 7. The transport angle is infinitely adjustable between -10° and 10°, which can ensure the stability of the seed cotton transport speed.
[0042] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 Specifically, the side of the seed cotton opening box 4 has several ventilation holes.
[0043] The seed cotton opening box 4 has the function of initially opening the seed cotton. Through the air vent, a certain airflow can be introduced into the seed cotton opening box 4, thereby ensuring that the seed cotton flow is transported in the direction of airflow. The airflow is powered by compressed air. The flow rate can be adjusted in coordination with the seed cotton conveying speed and the amount of cotton laid in the subsequent process to ensure that the seed cotton detection process continues.
[0044] Please see Figure 1 and Figure 4 Specifically, the cotton-laying module 7 includes a cotton web conveyor belt 701, and three weight sensors 702 are installed on the cotton web conveyor belt 701. Six sets of steel brushes 703 are arranged directly above the cotton web conveyor belt 701.
[0045] During the cotton spreading operation in the cotton spreading module 7, the seed cotton is laid on the cotton web conveyor belt 701. At this time, the steel brush 703 further combs the seed cotton and forms a cotton web of a certain thickness. The thickness of the cotton web meets the light transmittance requirements of the light source in the foreign fiber detection module 8, which facilitates the camera to perform fine detection of foreign fibers in the cotton web. During the cotton web conveying process, the weight sensor 702 can provide the speed and quantity of the seed cotton input from the previous process, ensuring the high-speed normal operation of the entire system.
[0046] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 Specifically, the conveying speed range of the cotton web conveyor belt 701 is 0 to 20 m / s.
[0047] The cotton web conveyor belt 701 can evenly lay the cotton web combed by the steel brush 703. The conveyor belt transports the cotton web to the next detection module at a steplessly adjustable speed of 0-20m / s, ensuring continuous, uniform and high-speed laying of the cotton web.
[0048] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 Specifically, the detection part of the foreign fiber detection module 8 includes a camera and a light source detection element.
[0049] The camera and light source detection element work together to determine the distribution location of foreign fibers in seed cotton by detecting the light penetration effect.
[0050] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 Specifically, the foreign fiber removal part of the foreign fiber detection module 8 includes a robotic arm and clamps.
[0051] By using a robotic arm to control the position of the clamps, foreign fibers can be clamped, and the output can be controlled again by the robotic arm.
[0052] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 Specifically, the three-fiber cotton pipe 9 is connected to the foreign fiber removal section of the foreign fiber detection module 8.
[0053] The three-fiber cotton pipe 9 will transport the detected foreign fibers out of the complete seed cotton foreign fiber detection system.
[0054] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 3 Specifically, the cotton outlet pipe 10 is connected to the detection section of the foreign fiber detection module 8.
[0055] The seed cotton web that has passed the foreign fiber detection will be output and can be used in the next production stage.
[0056] Working principle:
[0057] When the entire device is put into use:
[0058] The seed cotton inlet pipe 1 can control the cotton inlet amount and speed according to the cotton inlet module 7, ensuring that the subsequent foreign fiber detection module 8 can perform detection under the condition of quantitative cotton flow. The seed cotton heavy impurity separator 2 can separate the heavy impurities in the seed cotton in advance, so as to facilitate the fine removal of the residual fragments in the later stage. The seed cotton heavy impurity separator 2 separates the seed cotton and the fallen impurities. The seed cotton opening box 4 performs the initial opening of the seed cotton. The seed cotton dust removal cage 5 performs basic impurity removal. The licker-in roller 6 performs the initial combing of the seed cotton and makes the seed cotton quantitatively enter the cotton inlet module 7. At the cotton inlet module 7, the seed cotton is uniformly made into a cotton web, quantitatively weighed, and finally the cotton web is conveyed. Then, the foreign fiber detection module 8 lays the seed cotton web and removes foreign fibers. At this time, the cotton web and foreign fibers are output from the cotton outlet pipe 10 and the three-fiber cotton pipe 9, respectively.
[0059] At this time, the cotton suction pump 13 on the platform 12 generates suction to pull out the cotton web;
[0060] In summary, this device employs a two-stage seed cotton opening and uniform spreading mechanism. By adjusting the seed cotton input and the flow rate of the cotton in each stage in real time according to the amount of cotton spread, it achieves multiple removals of heavy impurities and broken foreign fibers from the seed cotton. At the same time, the cotton spreading effect is uniform, which can fully expose foreign fibers and meet the requirements of high-speed and high-quality seed cotton processing. The final seed cotton processing capacity can reach 12 tons / hour, which effectively improves the quality and efficiency of seed cotton production.
[0061] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention; however, the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any equivalent substitutions or modifications made by those skilled in the art within the scope of the technology disclosed in the present invention, based on the technical solution and its improved concepts, should be covered within the scope of protection of the present invention.
Claims
1. A high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton, comprising a main frame (11), wherein a seed cotton heavy impurity separator (2) is fixed to the top of the main frame (11), and a seed cotton inlet pipe (1) is fixed to the side of the top of the seed cotton heavy impurity separator (2), characterized in that: In the middle of the main frame (11) and below the seed cotton heavy impurity separator (2), a seed cotton conveyor belt (3) and a seed cotton opening box (4) are provided. Inside the seed cotton opening box (4) and below the seed cotton conveyor belt (3), a dust removal cage (5) and a licker roller (6) are provided. At the bottom of the main frame (11) and below the dust removal cage (5), a cotton spreading module (7) and a foreign fiber detection module (8) are provided. A three-fiber cotton pipe (9) is fixedly provided in the middle of the side of the foreign fiber detection module (8), and a cotton outlet pipe (10) is fixedly provided at the bottom of the side of the foreign fiber detection module (8). A platform (12) is provided around the main frame (11), and a cotton suction pump (13) is fixedly installed at the top of the platform (12). The output end of the cotton suction pump (13) is connected to the cotton outlet pipe (10). The cotton-laying module (7) includes a cotton web conveyor belt (701), and three weight sensors (702) are installed on the cotton web conveyor belt (701). Six sets of steel brushes (703) are arranged directly above the cotton web conveyor belt (701). The conveying speed range of the cotton web conveyor belt (701) is 0 to 20 m / s.
2. The high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton according to claim 1, characterized in that: The surface of the seed cotton heavy impurity separator (2) is provided with several mesh holes, and the conveying speed of the seed cotton heavy impurity separator (2) is 0 to 50 m / s, and the conveying angle is -10° to 10°.
3. The high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side of the seed cotton opening box (4) has several ventilation holes.
4. The high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton according to claim 1, characterized in that: The detection part of the foreign fiber detection module (8) includes a camera and a light source detection element.
5. A high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton according to claim 1, characterized in that: The foreign fiber removal part of the foreign fiber detection module (8) includes a robotic arm and clamps.
6. The high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton according to claim 1, characterized in that: The three-fiber cotton pipe (9) is connected to the foreign fiber removal section of the foreign fiber detection module (8).
7. A high-speed uniform cotton spreading mechanism for detecting foreign fibers in seed cotton according to claim 1, characterized in that: The cotton outlet pipe (10) is connected to the detection section of the foreign fiber detection module (8).
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