A preparation method and device of a traditional Chinese medicine composition granule

Abstract

The present application belongs to the technical field of traditional Chinese medicine preparation device, and particularly relates to a preparation method and device of traditional Chinese medicine composition granules. The device comprises an extract mixing tank, a tank cover is fixedly connected to the top of the extract mixing tank, a hydraulic lifting rod is fixedly installed on the tank cover, an electric motor is fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the hydraulic lifting rod through a connecting frame, a communication port is formed in the middle of the top of the tank cover, and a feeding port is further connected to the top of the tank cover. The cooperation of the stirring control mechanism, the stirring mechanism and the lifting mechanism can make the extract in the extract mixing tank uniformly mixed, solve the problems of low extract flowability and easy stratification, quickly switch the stirring direction of the stirring mechanism without affecting the lifting effect of the auger blade, further mix the extract, and comprehensively make the extract mixing more uniform and complete. The traditional Chinese medicine composition granules prepared by the method have the effects of regulating the body, enhancing immunity, improving sleep quality, relieving stress and the like.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention belongs to the technical field of traditional Chinese medicine preparation equipment, specifically relating to a method and apparatus for preparing traditional Chinese medicine composition granules. Background Technology

[0002] In the preparation of traditional Chinese medicine compositions, some equipment may be used, such as using a pulverizer to pulverize Chinese medicinal materials, using extraction equipment to extract active ingredients, using a concentrator to concentrate the extract, using a dryer to dry the concentrate, using a mixer to evenly mix different components, and using a granulator to make the mixture into granules, in order to ensure the quality and efficacy of the product.

[0003] An extract is a concentrated liquid obtained by soaking Chinese herbal medicines or other substances in a solvent to extract their active ingredients. Commonly used solvents include water, alcohol, or other organic solvents. In the preparation of Chinese herbal medicine compositions, it is usually necessary to use mixing equipment to thoroughly mix the different components of the extract.

[0004] Chinese Patent Application No. 201820028752.2 discloses a viscous extract mixing agitator, comprising a mixing tank, a stirring device at the bottom of the mixing tank, a discharge vent on the top outer side, an upper through-hole at the top of the mixing tank, an upper feed inlet fixedly connected to the upper through-hole, an adjusting rod inside the upper feed inlet, a regulating valve at one end of the adjusting rod, and a buffer baffle at the other end; a side through-hole at the bottom of the side wall of the mixing tank, a lower feed inlet fixedly connected to the side through-hole; a three-way valve connects the upper and lower feed inlets, the other end of the three-way valve is connected to a filter device, and the filter device is connected to a pump. The advantages of this patent are: the buffer baffle increases the contact area between the liquid and the viscous extract, shortening production time and improving production efficiency; and the adjusting valve controls the gap between the buffer baffle and the upper feed inlet, achieving a cleaning purpose.

[0005] When mixing different extracts, uneven mixing often occurs due to the poor fluidity of the extracts and the different components. Furthermore, extracts with different components are prone to separation, which ultimately leads to uneven distribution of the effective components in the finished product and affects the therapeutic effect. Summary of the Invention

[0006] To address the aforementioned shortcomings, this invention provides a method and apparatus for producing a traditional Chinese medicine composition. By coordinating a stirring control mechanism with a stirring mechanism and a lifting mechanism, this invention ensures uniform mixing of the extract within the mixing tank, resolving issues of low extract fluidity and easy stratification. Furthermore, this invention rapidly switches the stirring direction of the stirring mechanism without affecting the lifting effect of the auger blades, thereby further mixing the extract and resulting in a more uniform and thorough mixing. The traditional Chinese medicine composition granules prepared by this method have effects such as regulating the body, enhancing immunity, improving sleep quality, and relieving stress.

[0007] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0008] A production apparatus for granules of a traditional Chinese medicine composition includes an extract mixing tank, a tank cover fixedly inserted into the top of the extract mixing tank, a hydraulic lifting rod fixedly installed on the tank cover, and a motor fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the hydraulic lifting rod via a connecting frame; a through opening is provided in the middle of the top of the tank cover, and a feed inlet is also provided in the top of the tank cover;

[0009] The interior of the extract mixing tank is equipped with a stirring control mechanism, and the output shaft of the motor extends into the interior of the extract mixing tank through a communication port to provide power to the stirring control mechanism.

[0010] The extract mixing tank is equipped with a stirring mechanism inside, which is connected to the stirring control mechanism.

[0011] Furthermore, the stirring control mechanism includes a circular base plate, and four first connecting shafts are fixedly arranged circumferentially on the top of the circular base plate. A first limiting block is fixedly arranged at the end of the first connecting shaft away from the circular base plate. The first connecting shaft is rotatably connected to the first transmission gear through bearings.

[0012] The top of the circular base plate is fixedly provided with four second connecting shafts in a circumferential direction. The second connecting shafts are spaced apart from the first connecting shafts. A second limiting block is fixedly provided at the end of the second connecting shaft away from the circular base plate.

[0013] The can lid is provided with an annular groove, the opening of which faces the inside of the extract mixing tank and the cross-section of the groove is T-shaped; the second limiting block is engaged in the annular groove and slidably connected to the annular groove.

[0014] Furthermore, a connecting hole is provided in the center of the circular base plate, and a lifting mechanism is provided on the connecting hole. The lifting mechanism includes a connecting main shaft, which is rotatably connected to the connecting hole through a connecting bearing. A second transmission gear is fixedly connected to the connecting main shaft, and the second transmission gear meshes with all the first transmission gears.

[0015] The stirring mechanism includes a ring plate, with multiple stirring rods uniformly fixedly connected to the bottom of the ring plate, and multiple stirring blades uniformly fixedly connected vertically to the side walls of the stirring rods, the stirring blades being arranged facing the internal central axis of the extract mixing tank; the inner side wall of the ring plate is provided with an internal gear ring, the internal gear ring meshing with all the first transmission gears;

[0016] The top of the extract mixing tank is a large-diameter tank body, and the connection between the large-diameter tank body and the extract mixing tank is a stepped opening, with the ring plate movably abutting against the stepped opening.

[0017] Furthermore, a first transmission block is fixedly provided at the top of the connecting main shaft, and a transmission shaft is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor. Two L-shaped transmission rods are symmetrically fixed on the side wall of the transmission shaft. When the L-shaped transmission rods abut against one side of the first transmission block, the output shaft of the motor rotates, which can drive the connecting main shaft to rotate.

[0018] Furthermore, the interior of the extract mixing tank is provided with a lifting cylinder in the middle, and multiple L-shaped support frames are evenly fixed at the lower end of the cylinder wall of the lifting cylinder. The L-shaped support frames are fixedly screwed to the bottom of the extract mixing tank by screws.

[0019] Screw blades are fixedly provided on the lower side wall of the connecting main shaft, and the screw blades are located inside the lifting cylinder.

[0020] Furthermore, a first transmission slot is formed through the second transmission gear, and a second transmission slot is formed through the circular base plate; the L-shaped transmission rod corresponds to the first transmission slot and the second transmission slot, and when the L-shaped transmission rod passes through the first transmission slot and the second transmission slot at the same time, the output shaft of the motor rotates, which can drive the main shaft and the circular base plate to rotate as a whole.

[0021] Furthermore, two first ear plates are symmetrically fixed to the top of the side wall of the large-diameter tank, and two second ear plates are symmetrically fixed to the side wall of the tank cover. The first ear plates and the second ear plates are fixedly connected by bolts.

[0022] Furthermore, the bottom of the extract mixing tank is connected to a discharge port in the middle, and valves are installed on both the inlet and the outlet; multiple support feet are fixedly provided at the bottom of the extract mixing tank.

[0023] This invention also claims a method for preparing traditional Chinese medicine composition granules using the above-described production apparatus, comprising the following steps:

[0024] S1. Take the prescribed amount of Codonopsis pilosula and Ganoderma lucidum, add 8 times the amount of water and gently boil to extract the first extract, and then concentrate the first extract into the first paste; take the prescribed amount of Gastrodia elata and Ganoderma lucidum, reflux with 8 times the amount of ethanol to extract the second extract, and then concentrate the second extract into the second paste.

[0025] S2. Place the first and second extracts into the extract mixing tank, activate the hydraulic lifting rod to make the L-shaped transmission rod abut against one side of the first transmission block, and then start the motor. The motor drives the connecting main shaft and the second transmission gear to rotate. Due to the meshing of the second transmission gear with the first transmission gear and the meshing of the first transmission gear with the internal gear ring of the ring plate, the ring plate, stirring rod, and stirring blade rotate synchronously and in the opposite direction to the rotation of the connecting main shaft. At this time, the stirring rod and stirring blade stir the extract in the extract mixing tank and push the extract on the periphery towards the center of the extract mixing tank. At the same time, the rotation of the connecting main shaft drives the auger blades to rotate, lifting the extract at the bottom of the extract mixing tank to the top of the extract mixing tank through the lifting cylinder.

[0026] S3. Turn off the motor and start the hydraulic lifting rod, so that the L-shaped transmission rod passes through the first transmission slot and the second transmission slot at the same time. Then start the motor again. The motor drives the connecting main shaft and the circular base plate to rotate as a whole. Due to the limiting of the L-shaped transmission rod, the first transmission gear does not rotate on its own and will mesh with the internal gear ring of the ring plate to limit it, so that the ring plate, stirring rod and stirring blade rotate synchronously and the rotation direction is the same as the rotation direction of the connecting main shaft. After stirring evenly, a mixed extract is obtained.

[0027] S4. Heat the mixed extract to 80-90℃, then spray dry it to make dry extract powder, and then dry granulate the dry extract powder to obtain the Chinese medicine composition granules.

[0028] Furthermore, the weight ratio of Codonopsis pilosula, Gastrodia elata, Dendrobium officinale, and Ganoderma lucidum is 80-120 parts: 40-60 parts: 40-60 parts, 20-30 parts;

[0029] The concentration is carried out at -0.06 MPa to -0.08 MPa and a temperature of 60-80°C until the relative density reaches 1.08-1.12; the particle size of the traditional Chinese medicine composition is 16-30 mesh.

[0030] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0031] (1) This invention, through the cooperation of the stirring control mechanism, the stirring mechanism, and the lifting mechanism, can make the extract in the extract mixing tank evenly mixed, solving the problems of low extract fluidity and easy stratification; specifically, the hydraulic lifting rod drives the motor to move up and down, so that the L-shaped transmission rod abuts against one side of the first transmission block; at this time, the operation of the motor can make the L-shaped transmission rod rotate; since the L-shaped transmission rod abuts against the first transmission block, the first transmission block will also rotate, thereby causing the connecting main shaft and the second transmission gear fixedly connected to the first transmission block to rotate together; in the gear meshing state, the rotation of the second transmission gear drives the rotation of the first transmission gear around it, and the rotation of the first transmission gear will drive the ring plate to rotate, ultimately causing the stirring rod and stirring blade fixedly connected to the ring plate to rotate synchronously and in the opposite direction to the rotation of the connecting main shaft; the stirring rod and stirring blade will stir the extract in the extract mixing tank and push the extract on the periphery towards the center of the extract mixing tank;

[0032] At the same time, when the motor drives the stirring rod and stirring blades to rotate, thereby achieving the stirring and agitating effect, the auger blades on the lower side wall of the main shaft will also rotate inside the lifting cylinder. This causes the extract at the bottom of the extract mixing tank to be lifted to the top of the extract mixing tank by the rotation of the auger blades, and the extract at the top of the extract mixing tank to be squeezed downwards to the outside of the lifting cylinder. This allows the lower and upper layers of extract in the extract mixing tank to circulate and exchange. Combined with the agitation and exchange of the outer and middle layers of extract in the extract mixing tank, this comprehensively solves the problems of low extract fluidity and easy stratification, thereby making the extract uniformly mixed.

[0033] (2) This invention, through the cooperation of a motor and a stirring control mechanism, allows the motor to switch the rotation direction of the stirring mechanism without changing the rotation direction of the auger blades. This achieves rapid switching of the stirring direction of the stirring mechanism without affecting the lifting effect of the auger blades, thereby further mixing the extract and making the extract more uniform and thorough. Specifically, when it is necessary to change the rotation direction of the stirring mechanism, the motor is turned off, and the hydraulic lifting rod is activated, causing the motor to descend further, so that the L-shaped transmission rod passes through the first transmission slot and the second transmission slot simultaneously. Then the motor is restarted, at which time the output shaft of the motor controls the rotation of the L-shaped transmission rod. In this position, the connecting main shaft, the second transmission gear, and the circular base plate will rotate as a whole. Due to the limiting effect of the L-shaped transmission rod, neither the second nor the first transmission gear will rotate on its own. At this time, due to the meshing and limiting effect of the first transmission gear on the inner gear ring of the ring plate, the ring plate will also rotate as a whole with the connecting main shaft and the circular base plate. Ultimately, the rotation direction of the stirring rod and the stirring blade will be the same as the rotation direction of the connecting main shaft, thereby quickly changing the rotation direction of the stirring mechanism and further mixing the extract. Moreover, the rotation direction of the connecting main shaft has not changed at this time, so it will not affect the lifting effect of the auger blades on the extract at the bottom of the extract mixing tank, thus making the extract more uniform and thorough in mixing.

[0034] (3) This invention utilizes a water-boiling extraction method to extract Codonopsis pilosula and Dendrobium officinale. Because the polysaccharides and amino acids in Codonopsis pilosula and Dendrobium officinale have good solubility in water, the active ingredients in these two herbs are more easily and quickly extracted. The polysaccharides and amino acids in Codonopsis pilosula and Dendrobium officinale have the effects of enhancing immunity and anti-fatigue. Furthermore, this invention employs ethanol reflux extraction to extract Gastrodia elata and Ganoderma lucidum. Because the active ingredients in Gastrodia elata, such as gastrodin, and the polysaccharides and triterpenoids in Ganoderma lucidum are also readily soluble in ethanol... It has good solubility, making it easier and faster to extract the active ingredients in Gastrodia elata and Ganoderma lucidum. The active ingredients such as gastrodin in Gastrodia elata have the effects of calming the nerves and relieving headaches, while the polysaccharides and triterpenoids in Ganoderma lucidum have the effects of enhancing immunity and anti-fatigue. Then, the prepared extract is mixed evenly and spray-dried to make dry extract powder. Then, the dry extract powder is granulated by dry method to obtain the Chinese medicine composition granules, which have the effects of regulating the body, enhancing immunity, improving sleep quality and relieving stress. Attached Figure Description

[0035] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a production device for traditional Chinese medicine composition granules according to the present invention;

[0036] Figure 2 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of a production apparatus for traditional Chinese medicine composition granules according to the present invention;

[0037] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the dispersion structure of a production device for granules of a traditional Chinese medicine composition according to the present invention;

[0038] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the stirring control mechanism of a production device for traditional Chinese medicine composition granules according to the present invention;

[0039] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting mechanism of a production device for traditional Chinese medicine composition granules according to the present invention;

[0040] Figure 6 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a production device for a traditional Chinese medicine composition granule according to the present invention.

[0041] The attached figures are labeled as follows:

[0042] Extract mixing tank - 100; Discharge port - 110; Support legs - 120; Large-diameter tank body - 130; Stepped inlet - 131; First ear plate - 132; Motor - 200; Drive shaft - 210; L-shaped drive rod - 220; Hydraulic lifting rod - 300; Connecting frame - 310; Tank lid - 400; Second ear plate - 410; Feed inlet - 420; Connecting port - 430; Annular groove - 440; Stirring mechanism - 500; Ring plate - 510; Stirring rod - 520; Stirring blade - 521; Lifting cylinder - 6 00; L-shaped support frame - 610; Lifting mechanism - 700; Connecting main shaft - 710; Screwdriver blade - 720; Connecting bearing - 730; Second transmission gear - 740; First transmission block - 750; First transmission slot - 760; Stirring control mechanism - 800; Circular base plate - 810; First connecting shaft - 820; First limiting block - 821; First transmission gear - 830; Second connecting shaft - 840; Second limiting block - 841; Connecting hole - 850; Second transmission slot - 860. Detailed Implementation

[0043] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of the present invention. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0044] Example

[0045] like Figures 1-6 As shown, a production apparatus for traditional Chinese medicine composition granules includes an extract mixing tank 100, a tank cover 400 fixedly inserted into the top of the extract mixing tank 100, a hydraulic lifting rod 300 fixedly installed on the tank cover 400, and a motor 200 fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the hydraulic lifting rod 300 through a connecting frame 310; a connecting opening 430 is provided through the middle of the top of the tank cover 400, and a feed inlet 420 is also provided at the top of the tank cover 400;

[0046] The extract mixing tank 100 is equipped with a stirring control mechanism 800. The output shaft of the motor 200 extends into the interior of the extract mixing tank 100 through the communication port 430 to provide power to the stirring control mechanism 800, which will be described in detail later.

[0047] The extract mixing tank 100 is equipped with a stirring mechanism 500, which is connected to the stirring control mechanism 800.

[0048] It is worth noting that the hydraulic lifting rod 300 is used to control the lifting of the motor 200. Both the hydraulic lifting rod 300 and the motor 200 are powered by an external power source, which will not be described in detail here.

[0049] Furthermore, the stirring control mechanism 800 includes a circular base plate 810, and four first connecting shafts 820 are fixedly arranged circumferentially on the top of the circular base plate 810. A first limiting block 821 is fixedly arranged at the end of the first connecting shaft 820 away from the circular base plate 810. The first connecting shaft 820 is rotatably connected to the first transmission gear 830 through bearings.

[0050] The top of the circular base plate 810 is fixedly provided with four second connecting shafts 840 in a circumferential manner. The second connecting shafts 840 are spaced apart from the first connecting shafts 820. A second limiting block 841 is fixedly provided at the end of the second connecting shaft 840 away from the circular base plate 810.

[0051] The can lid 400 is provided with an annular groove 440, the opening of which faces the interior of the extract mixing tank 100 and has a T-shaped cross-section. The second limiting block 841 is engaged within the annular groove 440 and slidably connected to it. This design allows the second connecting shaft 840 and the second limiting block 841 to slide within the annular groove 440, thereby enabling the second connecting shaft 840 and the circular base plate 810 to rotate as a whole when powered, as will be described in detail later.

[0052] Furthermore, a connecting hole 850 is provided in the middle of the circular base plate 810, and a lifting mechanism 700 is provided on the connecting hole 850. The lifting mechanism 700 includes a connecting main shaft 710, which is rotatably connected to the connecting hole 850 through a connecting bearing 730. A second transmission gear 740 is fixedly connected to the connecting main shaft 710, and the second transmission gear 740 meshes with all the first transmission gears 830.

[0053] The stirring mechanism 500 includes a ring plate 510, with a plurality of stirring rods 520 uniformly fixedly connected to the bottom of the ring plate 510, and a plurality of stirring blades 521 uniformly fixedly connected vertically to the side walls of the stirring rods 520. The stirring blades 521 are arranged facing the internal central axis of the extract mixing tank 100. The inner side wall of the ring plate 510 is provided with an internal gear ring, which meshes with all the first transmission gears 830.

[0054] This meshing method enables the rotation of the first transmission gear 830 around the main shaft 710 when the connecting main shaft 710 and the second transmission gear 740 rotate, which in turn drives the ring plate 510 to rotate, ultimately making the rotation direction of the ring plate 510 opposite to that of the connecting main shaft 710.

[0055] The top of the extract mixing tank 100 is a large-diameter tank body 130, and the connection between the large-diameter tank body 130 and the extract mixing tank 100 is a stepped opening 131. The ring plate 510 is movably abutted against the stepped opening 131.

[0056] Furthermore, a first transmission block 750 is fixedly provided at the top of the connecting main shaft 710, and a transmission shaft 210 is fixedly connected to the output shaft of the motor 200. Two L-shaped transmission rods 220 are symmetrically fixed on the side wall of the transmission shaft 210. When the L-shaped transmission rods 220 abut against one side of the first transmission block 750, the output shaft of the motor 200 rotates, which drives the connecting main shaft 710 to rotate. Thus, the motor 200 can control the rotation of the connecting main shaft 710 and the second transmission gear 740, and through the meshing relationship, ultimately cause the stirring rod 520 and the stirring blade 521 to rotate, stirring the extract while simultaneously pushing the outer extract towards the center of the extract mixing tank 100, thereby improving the degree of lateral mixing of the extract.

[0057] It is worth noting that when the L-shaped transmission rod 220 only abuts against one side of the first transmission block 750, the operation of the motor 200 can only control the rotation of the connecting main shaft 710, the second transmission gear 740, the first transmission gear 830 and the ring plate 510. The circular base plate 810 and the connecting main shaft 710 are connected to each other by the connecting bearing 730, so the circular base plate 810 does not rotate at this time.

[0058] Furthermore, a lifting cylinder 600 is provided in the middle of the interior of the extract mixing tank 100. A plurality of L-shaped support frames 610 are evenly fixed at the lower end of the cylinder wall of the lifting cylinder 600. The L-shaped support frames 610 are fixedly screwed to the bottom of the extract mixing tank 100 by screws.

[0059] A screw conveyor blade 720 is fixedly installed on the lower side wall of the connecting main shaft 710, and the screw conveyor blade 720 is located inside the lifting cylinder 600. By rotating the screw conveyor blade 720, the extract at the bottom of the extract mixing tank 100 can be lifted to the top of the extract mixing tank 100, thereby improving the degree of mixing of the extract in the longitudinal direction.

[0060] This invention, through the cooperation of the stirring control mechanism 800, the stirring mechanism 500, and the lifting mechanism 700, enables the extract in the extract mixing tank 100 to be mixed evenly, solving the problems of low extract fluidity and easy stratification. Specifically, the hydraulic lifting rod 300 drives the motor 200 to move up and down, causing the L-shaped transmission rod 220 to abut against one side of the first transmission block 750. At this time, the operation of the motor 200 can cause the L-shaped transmission rod 220 to rotate. Since the L-shaped transmission rod 220 abuts against the first transmission block 750, the first transmission block 750 will also rotate accordingly, thereby making the L-shaped transmission rod 220 and the first transmission block 750 fixed together. The connecting main shaft 710 and the second transmission gear 740 rotate together. In the gear meshing state, the rotation of the second transmission gear 740 drives the rotation of the first transmission gear 830 around it. The rotation of the first transmission gear 830 in turn drives the ring plate 510 to rotate, which in turn causes the stirring rod 520 and stirring blade 521, which are fixedly connected to the ring plate 510, to rotate synchronously and in the opposite direction to the rotation of the connecting main shaft 710. The stirring rod 520 and stirring blade 521 stir the extract in the extract mixing tank 100 and push the outer extract towards the center of the extract mixing tank 100.

[0061] Meanwhile, when the motor 200 drives the stirring rod 520 and stirring blade 521 to rotate, thereby achieving the stirring and agitation effects, the auger blade 720 on the lower side wall of the main shaft 710 will also rotate inside the lifting cylinder 600. This causes the extract at the bottom of the extract mixing tank 100 to be lifted to the top of the extract mixing tank 100 by the rotation of the auger blade 720, and the extract at the top of the extract mixing tank 100 to be squeezed downwards to the outside of the lifting cylinder 600. This causes the lower layer extract and the upper layer extract of the extract mixing tank 100 to circulate and exchange. Combined with the agitation and exchange of the outer and middle layers of the extract mixing tank 100, this comprehensively solves the problems of low extract fluidity and easy stratification, thereby making the extract uniformly mixed.

[0062] Furthermore, a first transmission slot 760 is provided through the second transmission gear 740, and a second transmission slot 860 is provided through the circular base plate 810; the L-shaped transmission rod 220 corresponds to the first transmission slot 760 and the second transmission slot 860. When the L-shaped transmission rod 220 passes through the first transmission slot 760 and the second transmission slot 860 at the same time, the output shaft of the motor 200 rotates, which can drive the main shaft 710 and the circular base plate 810 to rotate as a whole.

[0063] This invention, through the cooperation of motor 200 and stirring control mechanism 800, allows motor 200 to switch the rotation direction of stirring mechanism 500 without changing the rotation direction of auger blades 720. This achieves rapid switching of stirring direction of stirring mechanism 500 without affecting the lifting effect of auger blades 720, further mixing the extract and resulting in a more uniform and thorough mixture. Specifically, when it is necessary to change the rotation direction of stirring mechanism 500, the motor is turned off, and the hydraulic lifting rod 300 is activated, causing motor 200 to descend further, allowing L-shaped transmission rod 220 to simultaneously pass through the first transmission slot 760 and the second transmission slot 860. Then, motor 200 is restarted, and its output shaft controls the rotation of L-shaped transmission rod 220. Under the limit of L-shaped transmission rod 220... The connecting main shaft 710, the second transmission gear 740, and the circular base plate 810 will rotate as a whole. Due to the limiting effect of the L-shaped transmission rod 220, neither the second transmission gear 740 nor the first transmission gear 830 will rotate on their own. At this time, due to the meshing and limiting effect of the first transmission gear 830 on the internal gear ring of the ring plate 510, the ring plate 510 will also rotate as a whole with the connecting main shaft 710 and the circular base plate 810. Ultimately, the rotation direction of the stirring rod 520 and the stirring blade 521 will be the same as the rotation direction of the connecting main shaft 710, thereby quickly changing the rotation direction of the stirring mechanism 500 and further mixing the extract. At this time, the rotation direction of the connecting main shaft 710 has not changed, so it will not affect the lifting effect of the auger blade 720 on the extract at the bottom of the extract mixing tank 100, thus making the extract more uniform and thorough in mixing.

[0064] Furthermore, two first ear plates 132 are symmetrically fixed to the top of the side wall of the large-diameter tank 130, and two second ear plates 410 are symmetrically fixed to the side wall of the tank cover 400. The first ear plates 132 and the second ear plates 410 are fixedly connected by bolts.

[0065] It is worth noting that there is a gap between the circular base plate 810 and the ring plate 510, and the feed port 420 is located above the gap, so that the extract can be added to the interior of the extract mixing tank 100 through the feed port 420; at the same time, the size of the gap in the attached figure is only a schematic diagram and does not limit the size, and can be adjusted according to the actual situation; furthermore, the extract can also be added by removing the tank cover 400, which will not be described in detail here.

[0066] Furthermore, the bottom of the extract mixing tank 100 is connected to a discharge port 110, and valves are installed on both the inlet 420 and the discharge port 110; multiple support feet 120 are fixedly provided at the bottom of the extract mixing tank 100.

[0067] A method for preparing traditional Chinese medicine composition granules using the above-mentioned production apparatus includes the following steps:

[0068] S1. Take the prescribed amount of Codonopsis pilosula and Ganoderma lucidum, add 8 times the amount of water and gently boil to extract the first extract, and then concentrate the first extract into the first paste; take the prescribed amount of Gastrodia elata and Ganoderma lucidum, reflux with 8 times the amount of ethanol to extract the second extract, and then concentrate the second extract into the second paste.

[0069] S2. Place the first and second extracts into the extract mixing tank 100, activate the hydraulic lifting rod 300 so that the L-shaped transmission rod 220 abuts against one side of the first transmission block 750, and then start the motor 200. The motor 200 drives the connecting main shaft 710 and the second transmission gear 740 to rotate. Due to the meshing of the second transmission gear 740 with the first transmission gear 830 and the meshing of the first transmission gear 830 with the internal gear ring of the ring plate 510, the ring plate 510, the stirring rod 520 and the stirring blade 521 rotate synchronously and in the opposite direction to the rotation direction of the connecting main shaft 710. At this time, the stirring rod 520 and the stirring blade 521 stir the extract in the extract mixing tank 100 and push the outer extract towards the middle of the extract mixing tank 100. At the same time, the rotation of the connecting main shaft 710 drives the auger blade 720 to rotate, lifting the extract at the bottom of the extract mixing tank 100 to the top of the extract mixing tank 100 through the lifting cylinder 600.

[0070] S3. Turn off motor 200 and start hydraulic lifting rod 300, so that L-shaped transmission rod 220 passes through the first transmission slot 760 and the second transmission slot 860 at the same time. Then start motor 200 again. Motor 200 drives the connecting main shaft 710 and the circular base plate 810 to rotate as a whole. Due to the limiting of L-shaped transmission rod 220, the first transmission gear 830 does not rotate at this time and will mesh with the internal gear ring of ring plate 510 to limit it, so that ring plate 510, stirring rod 521 and stirring plate 521 rotate synchronously and the rotation direction is the same as the rotation direction of connecting main shaft 710. After stirring evenly, a mixed extract is obtained.

[0071] S4. Heat the mixed extract to 80-90℃, then spray dry it to make dry extract powder, and then dry granulate the dry extract powder to obtain the Chinese medicine composition granules.

[0072] This invention utilizes a water-boiling extraction method to extract Codonopsis pilosula and Dendrobium officinale. Because the polysaccharides and amino acids in these two herbs have good water solubility, their active ingredients are more easily and quickly extracted. The polysaccharides and amino acids in Codonopsis pilosula and Dendrobium officinale have immune-enhancing and anti-fatigue effects. Furthermore, this invention employs ethanol reflux extraction to extract Gastrodia elata and Ganoderma lucidum. The active ingredients in Gastrodia elata, such as gastrodin, and the polysaccharides and triterpenoids in Ganoderma lucidum also have soluble properties in ethanol. The good solubility makes it easier and faster to extract the active ingredients from Gastrodia elata and Ganoderma lucidum. The active ingredients such as gastrodin in Gastrodia elata have the effects of calming the nerves and relieving headaches, while the polysaccharides and triterpenoids in Ganoderma lucidum have the effects of enhancing immunity and anti-fatigue. The prepared extracts are then mixed evenly and spray-dried to make dry extract powder. The dry extract powder is then granulated by dry method to obtain the Chinese medicine composition granules, which have the effects of regulating the body, enhancing immunity, improving sleep quality and relieving stress.

[0073] Furthermore, the weight ratio of Codonopsis pilosula, Gastrodia elata, Dendrobium officinale, and Ganoderma lucidum is 80-120 parts: 40-60 parts: 40-60 parts, or 20-30 parts; for example, the ratio can be 100 parts: 50 parts: 50 parts: 25 parts.

[0074] The concentration is carried out at -0.06 MPa to -0.08 MPa and a temperature of 60-80°C until the relative density reaches 1.08-1.12; for example, the concentration is carried out at -0.07 MPa and a temperature of 70°C until the relative density reaches 1.10; the mesh size of the traditional Chinese medicine composition particles is 16-30 mesh, for example, 20 mesh.

[0075] The micro-boiling extraction method in S1 involves taking the prescribed amounts of Codonopsis pilosula and Ganoderma lucidum, adding 8 times the amount of water, boiling to a simmer and maintaining this simmer for 2 hours, and then filtering the extract through a 200-mesh sieve. The residue is then boiled again with 8 times the amount of water, maintained at a simmer, and extracted for 1.5 hours. The extract is then filtered through a 200-mesh sieve, and the filtrates are combined. The ethanol reflux extraction method involves taking the prescribed amounts of Gastrodia elata and Ganoderma lucidum, adding 8 times the amount of 95% edible ethanol, refluxing for 1 hour, and collecting the first ethanol extract. The residue is then added with 8 times the amount of 75% edible ethanol, refluxed again to collect the second extract, and finally 6 times the amount of 50% edible ethanol, refluxed at a simmer for 1 hour, and the third extract is collected. The three extracts are combined and allowed to stand in a storage tank for 10 hours. All extraction methods are existing technologies and will not be described in detail here.

[0076] In S4, the inlet air temperature for spray drying is set to 160±10℃, and the outlet air temperature is controlled within the range of 85±10℃. A spray dryer can be used. Dry granulation can be performed using a dry granulator, which is existing technology and will not be described in detail here. Furthermore, maltodextrin and sucralose can be added to the dry extract powder to improve its texture.

[0077] The above description is a further detailed explanation of the present invention in conjunction with specific implementation examples. It should not be considered that the specific implementation of the present invention is limited to these descriptions. For those skilled in the art, several simple deductions or substitutions can be made without departing from the concept of the present invention, and all such deductions or substitutions should be considered to fall within the protection scope of the present invention.

[0078] Those skilled in the art will readily understand that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for preparing granules of a traditional Chinese medicine composition, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: S1. Take the prescribed amount of Codonopsis pilosula and Ganoderma lucidum, add 8 times the amount of water and gently boil to extract the first extract, and then concentrate the first extract into the first paste; take the prescribed amount of Gastrodia elata and Ganoderma lucidum, reflux with 8 times the amount of ethanol to extract the second extract, and then concentrate the second extract into the second paste. S2. Place the first and second extracts into the extract mixing tank (100), activate the hydraulic lifting rod (300), so that the L-shaped transmission rod (220) abuts against one side of the first transmission block (750), and then start the motor (200). The motor (200) drives the connecting main shaft (710) and the second transmission gear (740) to rotate. Due to the meshing of the second transmission gear (740) with the first transmission gear (830) and the meshing of the first transmission gear (830) with the internal gear ring of the ring plate (510), the ring plate (510) is thus rotated. The stirring rod (520) and the stirring blade (521) rotate synchronously and in the opposite direction to the rotation of the connecting main shaft (710); at this time, the stirring rod (520) and the stirring blade (521) stir the extract in the extract mixing tank (100) and push the outer extract towards the middle of the extract mixing tank (100). At the same time, the rotation of the connecting main shaft (710) drives the auger blade (720) to rotate, lifting the extract at the bottom of the extract mixing tank (100) to the top of the extract mixing tank (100) through the lifting cylinder (600); S3. Turn off the motor (200) and start the hydraulic lifting rod (300) so that the L-shaped transmission rod (220) passes through the first transmission slot (760) and the second transmission slot (860) at the same time. Then start the motor (200) again. The motor (200) drives the connecting main shaft (710) and the circular base plate (810) to rotate as a whole. Due to the limiting of the L-shaped transmission rod (220), the first transmission gear (830) does not rotate at this time and will mesh with the internal gear ring of the ring plate (510) to limit it, so that the ring plate (510), the stirring rod (520) and the stirring plate (521) rotate synchronously and the rotation direction is the same as the rotation direction of the connecting main shaft (710). After stirring evenly, a mixed extract is obtained. S4. Heat the mixed extract to 80~90℃, then spray dry it to make dry extract powder, and then dry granulate the dry extract powder to obtain the Chinese medicine composition granules. The production apparatus includes an extract mixing tank (100), a tank cover (400) is fixedly inserted into the top of the extract mixing tank (100), a hydraulic lifting rod (300) is fixedly installed on the tank cover (400), and a motor (200) is fixedly connected to the telescopic end of the hydraulic lifting rod (300) through a connecting frame (310); a connecting port (430) is provided through the middle of the top of the tank cover (400), and a feed inlet (420) is also provided on the top of the tank cover (400); The extract mixing tank (100) is equipped with a stirring control mechanism (800). The output shaft of the motor (200) extends into the interior of the extract mixing tank (100) through a connecting port (430) to provide power to the stirring control mechanism (800). The extract mixing tank (100) is equipped with a stirring mechanism (500) inside, and the stirring mechanism (500) is connected to the stirring control mechanism (800) in a transmission manner; The stirring control mechanism (800) includes a circular base plate (810), and four first connecting shafts (820) are fixedly arranged circumferentially on the top of the circular base plate (810). A first limiting block (821) is fixedly arranged at one end of the first connecting shaft (820) away from the circular base plate (810). The first connecting shaft (820) is rotatably connected to the first transmission gear (830) through bearings. The top of the circular base plate (810) is fixedly provided with four second connecting shafts (840) in a circumferential direction. The second connecting shafts (840) are spaced apart from the first connecting shafts (820). A second limiting block (841) is fixedly provided at the end of the second connecting shaft (840) away from the circular base plate (810). The can lid (400) is provided with an annular groove (440), the opening of the annular groove (440) is set towards the inside of the extract mixing tank (100) and the cross section of the opening is a T-shaped structure; the second limiting block (841) is engaged in the annular groove (440) and slidably connected to the annular groove (440); A connecting hole (850) is provided in the middle of the circular base plate (810). A lifting mechanism (700) is provided on the connecting hole (850). The lifting mechanism (700) includes a connecting spindle (710), which is rotatably connected to the connecting hole (850) through a connecting bearing (730). A second transmission gear (740) is fixedly connected to the connecting spindle (710), and the second transmission gear (740) meshes with all the first transmission gears (830). The stirring mechanism (500) includes a ring plate (510), a plurality of stirring rods (520) are uniformly fixedly connected to the bottom of the ring plate (510), and a plurality of stirring blades (521) are uniformly fixedly connected vertically to the side wall of the stirring rods (520), the stirring blades (521) are arranged facing the internal central axis of the extract mixing tank (100); the inner side wall of the ring plate (510) is provided with an internal gear ring, the internal gear ring meshes with all the first transmission gears (830); The top of the extract mixing tank (100) is a large-diameter tank body (130), and the connection between the large-diameter tank body (130) and the extract mixing tank (100) is a stepped opening (131). The ring plate (510) is movably abutted against the stepped opening (131). The top end of the connecting spindle (710) is fixedly provided with a first transmission block (750), the output shaft of the motor (200) is fixedly connected with a transmission shaft (210), and two L-shaped transmission rods (220) are symmetrically fixedly provided on the side wall of the transmission shaft (210); when the L-shaped transmission rod (220) abuts against one side of the first transmission block (750), the output shaft of the motor (200) rotates, which can drive the connecting spindle (710) to rotate; The extract mixing tank (100) has a lifting cylinder (600) in the middle inside. Multiple L-shaped support frames (610) are evenly fixed at the lower end of the cylinder wall of the lifting cylinder (600). The L-shaped support frames (610) are fixedly screwed to the bottom of the extract mixing tank (100) by screws. Screw blades (720) are fixedly provided on the lower end side wall of the connecting main shaft (710), and the screw blades (720) are located inside the lifting cylinder (600); The second transmission gear (740) has a first transmission slot (760) through it, and the circular base plate (810) has a second transmission slot (860) through it. The L-shaped transmission rod (220) corresponds to the first transmission slot (760) and the second transmission slot (860). When the L-shaped transmission rod (220) passes through the first transmission slot (760) and the second transmission slot (860) at the same time, the output shaft of the motor (200) rotates, which can drive the main shaft (710) and the circular base plate (810) to rotate as a whole.

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The large-diameter tank (130) has two first ear plates (132) symmetrically fixed at the top of its side wall, and the tank cover (400) has two second ear plates (410) symmetrically fixed at its side wall. The first ear plates (132) and the second ear plates (410) are connected by bolts.

3. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom of the extract mixing tank (100) is connected to the middle of the outlet (110), and valves are installed on both the inlet (420) and the outlet (110); the bottom of the extract mixing tank (100) is fixedly provided with multiple support feet (120).

4. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The weight ratio of Codonopsis pilosula, Gastrodia elata, Dendrobium officinale, and Ganoderma lucidum added is 80-120 parts: 40-60 parts: 40-60 parts, 20-30 parts; The concentration is carried out at -0.06 MPa to -0.08 MPa and a temperature of 60-80°C until the relative density reaches 1.08-1.12; the particle size of the traditional Chinese medicine composition is 16-30 mesh.

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