Automatic vegetable sorting and packaging device for logistics

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of logistics automation, in particular to an automatic vegetable sorting and packaging device for logistics. The device comprises a conveying device and a sorting device, the conveying device comprises a first conveying belt, a plurality of second conveying belts and a guide part, a guide plate is driven by a driving part to rotate, and vegetables are classified and conveyed to the corresponding second conveying belts. The sorting device comprises an image recognition assembly and a control part, vegetable images are recognized through a camera, and the direction of a guide plate is controlled to achieve automatic sorting. In addition, the invention further provides an automatic vegetable packaging box for logistics, layered design is adopted, partition plates are arranged between every two layers, the exterior of each layer is covered with a shockproof material, and ventilation holes and fixing structures are further arranged on the partition plates so that air circulation can be kept and vegetables can be fixed. According to the vegetable sorting and packaging device, efficient sorting and packaging of vegetables are achieved through the automation technology, the manual error rate and vegetable loss are reduced, and meanwhile the vegetable transportation protection effect is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of vegetable sorting and packaging equipment, and in particular to an automated vegetable sorting and packaging device for logistics. Background Art

[0002] With the progress of society and the development of the economy, people have higher and higher requirements for food, clothing, housing and transportation, especially in terms of food. In order to reduce waste and make it easier for consumers to buy vegetables, large supermarkets and convenience stores generally choose to sell packaged products. Therefore, companies specializing in packaging and processing vegetables have emerged in the wholesale field.

[0003] The packaging and processing of vegetables mainly includes the following steps: first, sorting, picking out vegetables that do not meet the requirements and the residual leaves on the outer layer of vegetables; then washing, removing impurities such as fallen leaves and soil attached to the vegetables; then drying, removing the moisture during washing in the shortest time; finally, packaging, generally the dried vegetables are put into cartons, and then the cartons are sealed in heat shrink bags, and the heat shrink bags are tightened by a shrink machine to complete the packaging. The dried vegetables can also be directly wrapped in heat shrink film and shrunk by a shrink machine to complete the packaging.

[0004] For example, a vegetable sorting, cleaning and packaging device. This invention provides a vegetable sorting, cleaning and packaging device. By setting a sorting mechanism, a cleaning mechanism, a drying mechanism and a packaging mechanism, when the vegetables enter the sorting mechanism, they are transported forward by the first conveying mechanism, and the staff can sort the vegetables during the transportation process; after coming out of the first conveying mechanism, they enter the second conveying mechanism, and the nozzle sprays water toward the vegetables to clean them; then they are transported to the drying equipment for drying; finally, they are transported to the packaging mechanism for finished product packaging. Most of the whole process is automatically completed by a vegetable sorting, cleaning and packaging device, which greatly reduces the workload of the manual part, greatly improves the efficiency of vegetable packaging and processing, and solves the problem that the vegetable sorting, cleaning, packaging, etc. are mainly operated manually, the efficiency of vegetable packaging and processing is not high, and it is difficult to improve the benefits of vegetable packaging and processing enterprises.

[0005] The above-mentioned manual sorting method has the disadvantages of being inefficient and prone to errors. At the same time, the vegetable packaging boxes have limited protective effect on the vegetables, and the vegetables suffer great loss during transportation, which can no longer meet the efficient operation needs of modern logistics. Summary of the invention

[0006] In order to protect the quality of vegetables and reduce the loss of vegetables during transportation, the present application provides an automated vegetable sorting and packaging device for logistics.

[0007] In a first aspect, an automated vegetable sorting device for logistics provided by the present application adopts the following technical solutions: An automated vegetable sorting device for logistics, comprising: A conveying device, the conveying device includes a first conveyor belt and a second conveyor belt arranged at the tail of the first conveyor belt. A plurality of the second conveyor belts are provided according to different types of vegetables. The conveying device further includes a guiding member, the guiding member is arranged between the first conveyor belt and the second conveyor belt, and includes a driving member and a guiding plate. The driving member drives the guiding plate to rotate, and classifies and conveys the vegetables conveyed by the first conveyor belt to the corresponding second conveyor belt; A sorting device, the sorting device includes an image recognition component arranged above the first conveyor belt. The image recognition component includes a mounting frame arranged above the first conveyor belt and a camera arranged on the mounting frame. The sorting device further includes a control member, the control member is electrically connected to the camera and the driving member, recognizes the vegetable image in the camera, and controls the direction of the guiding plate according to the scheme set inside the control member, and conveys the vegetables to the corresponding second conveyor belt.

[0008] By adopting the above technical solutions, different transportation methods and packaging requirements are imposed on vegetables according to their types, shapes and crispness. By arranging a camera above the first conveyor belt, the image of the vegetables on the conveyor belt is transmitted to the control member. The control member controls the driving member according to the internally set scheme, adjusts the position of the guiding plate, and conveys the vegetables to the second conveyor belt through the guiding member. A plurality of second conveyor belts are provided, and each conveyor belt is arranged according to different characteristics of the vegetables, which is convenient for the vegetables to be conveyed to the corresponding packaging place for packaging, reduces the disadvantages of low efficiency and easy error in manual sorting, improves the sorting efficiency, and reduces the loss of vegetables during sorting.

[0009] Preferably, three cameras are arranged along the upper part of the first conveyor belt, and the three cameras are respectively arranged on both sides and the top of the first conveyor belt.

[0010] By adopting the above technical solutions, the cameras are arranged on both sides and the top of the first conveyor belt, so that the images of the sides and the top of the vegetables can be transmitted to the control member, which is convenient for the control member to better distinguish the types of vegetables, timely judge the direction of the vegetables to be sorted, and make timely feedback to the guiding member, thereby improving the vegetable sorting rate and further reducing the loss of vegetables during sorting.

[0011] In a second aspect, the present application provides an automated vegetable packing box for logistics, adopting the following technical solutions: An automated vegetable packing box for logistics, comprising: The box body, the box body is designed in a layered structure as a whole, with partitions arranged between each layer, and a layer of shock-proof material is covered on the outside of the box body.

[0012] By adopting the above technical solution, the box body is designed in a layered structure. Through the superposition and separation of multiple layers of structures, independent storage of vegetables with different types, shapes, and brittleness characteristics is realized. This not only facilitates classification management but also effectively avoids mutual extrusion and damage between different vegetables. At the same time, a layer of shock-proof material is covered on the outside to form a solid protection barrier, effectively absorbing vibrations and impacts during transportation, ensuring the safety and stability of the internal vegetables, reducing losses during transportation, and improving the quality and freshness of the vegetables.

[0013] Preferably, ventilation holes are also provided on the partition.

[0014] By adopting the above technical solution, by setting ventilation holes, the air circulation inside the packing box is maintained, reducing the risk of vegetables rotting due to stuffiness during transportation, effectively reducing losses during transportation, and improving the quality and freshness of the vegetables.

[0015] Preferably, the ventilation holes are arranged between the partition and the box wall of the box body.

[0016] By adopting the above technical solution, setting the ventilation holes between the partition and the box wall can ensure effective circulation and flow of air inside the box, avoiding dead corners, thereby maintaining fresh and evenly distributed air throughout the space. It can achieve fine adjustment of the temperature and humidity inside the box, reduce dependence on the external environment, and further reduce the risk of vegetables rotting due to stuffiness during transportation. At the same time, setting the ventilation holes between the partition and the box wall will not damage the overall structural strength of the box body and is also convenient for subsequent maintenance and cleaning.

[0017] Preferably, a fixing structure is also provided on the partition, and the fixing structure fixes the vegetables to the partition.

[0018] By adopting the above technical solution, for vegetables with higher brittleness, by setting a fixing structure on the partition, stable support can be provided for the vegetables, and additional protection can be provided during transportation to prevent damage such as vegetable fractures caused by vibrations or impacts, reducing the degree of damage to the vegetables.

[0019] Preferably, the fixing structure includes a flexible fixing frame and a buffer material layer. The flexible fixing frame is made of a high-strength and lightweight flexible material, and the buffer material layer is embedded inside the flexible fixing frame.

[0020] By adopting the above technical solution, the vegetables are arranged inside a fixed structure. The flexible fixing frame is made of a flexible material, which can freely bend and stretch along with the morphological changes of the vegetables, always closely fitting the surface of the vegetables, providing an effective fixing effect on the vegetables. At the same time, a buffer material layer is embedded inside the flexible fixing frame to form a protective layer. When the packing box is impacted by an external force, the buffer material layer can be quickly compressed and absorb the vibration and impact energy during transportation, thereby reducing the damage to the vegetables and further protecting the integrity of the vegetables.

[0021] Preferably, the flexible fixing frame is composed of a plurality of interconnected nodes and elastic rods. The nodes are arranged in a polyhedron structure, and each face of the nodes is provided with an installation hole for installing the elastic rods. The elastic rods are installed in the installation holes, and a grid-shaped flexible fixing frame is formed through the nodes.

[0022] By adopting the above technical solution, the flexible fixing frame is set to be grid-shaped and composed of a plurality of interconnected nodes and elastic rods, making the flexible fixing frame have good flexibility. The staff can automatically adjust the fixing method according to the shape and size of the vegetables, ensuring that while the frame provides stable support, the overall structure remains light and simple.

[0023] In summary, the present application includes at least one of the following beneficial technical effects: 1. Different types, shapes, and crispness of vegetables have different requirements for transportation methods and packaging. By setting a camera above the first conveyor belt, the image of the vegetables on the conveyor belt is transmitted to the control part. The control part controls the driving part according to the internally set scheme, adjusts the position of the guide plate, and transfers the vegetables to the second conveyor belt through the guiding part. A plurality of second conveyor belts are provided, and each conveyor belt is set according to the different characteristics of the vegetables, facilitating the transfer of the vegetables to the corresponding packaging place for packaging, reducing the disadvantages of low efficiency and easy errors in manual sorting, improving the sorting efficiency, and reducing the loss of vegetables during sorting. 2. The box body adopts a layered design. Through the superposition and separation of multiple layers of structures, independent storage of vegetables with different types, shapes, and crispness characteristics is realized. This not only facilitates classification management but also effectively avoids mutual extrusion and damage between different vegetables. At the same time, an anti-vibration material is covered on the outside to form a solid protective barrier, effectively absorbing the vibration and impact during transportation and ensuring the safety and stability of the vegetables inside. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0024] Figure 1 is a schematic structural diagram of an automated vegetable sorting and packaging device for logistics in the present application.

[0025] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the slot structure of the partition board.

[0026] Figure 3 It is a schematic structural diagram of the partition board with a mesh structure.

[0027] Figure 4 It is a schematic structural diagram of the fixing structure arranged on the partition board.

[0028] Explanation of reference numerals: 1. Conveyor device; 11. First conveyor belt; 111. First support; 112. First belt; 12. Second conveyor belt; 121. Second support; 122. Second belt; 123. Packaging platform; 13. Guide member; 131. Driving member; 132. Guide plate; 2. Sorting device; 21. Image recognition component; 211. Mounting rack; 212. Camera; 22. Control member; 3. Box body; 31. Partition board; 311. Ventilation hole; 312. Fixing structure; 3121. Flexible fixing frame; 31211. Node; 31212. Elastic rod; 3122. Buffer material layer; 313. Groove; 32. Shockproof material. Detailed implementation manners

[0029] The following further describes the present application in detail with reference to the attached Figures 1-4 drawings.

[0030] An embodiment of the present application discloses an automated vegetable sorting device for logistics. Referring to Figure 1 , the automated vegetable sorting device for logistics includes a conveyor device 1 and a sorting device 2.

[0031] Referring to Figure 1 , the conveyor device 1 includes a first conveyor belt 11, a second conveyor belt 12, and a guide member 13 arranged between the first conveyor belt 11 and the second conveyor belt.

[0032] The first conveyor belt 11 includes a first support 111 and first belts 112 arranged on both sides of the first support 111. Barriers are arranged on both sides of the first belts 112 to prevent vegetables from rolling off.

[0033] The second conveyor belt 12 includes a second support 121 and a second belt 122, and is arranged at the tail of the first conveyor belt 11, wherein the height of the second belt 122 is lower than that of the first belt 112. A plurality of second conveyor belts 12 are arranged according to the types, shapes, and crispness of vegetables. In this embodiment, they can be divided into three types according to leafy vegetables, root vegetables, and vegetables with higher crispness. A packaging platform 123 is arranged at the tail of each second conveyor belt. Vegetables fall onto the packaging platform 123, and the corresponding vegetables are packed by workers.

[0034] Referring to Figure 1, The guiding member 13 is arranged between the first conveyor belt 11 and the second conveyor belt, and includes a driving member 131 and a guiding plate 132. Specifically, the guiding plate 132 is arranged in a U shape, and both the side plate and the bottom plate are bendable plates. One end is rotatably connected to the first bracket 111, and the driving member 131 is arranged at the other end of the guiding plate 132. The driving member 131 is set as a motor or a cylinder. In this embodiment, it is set as a cylinder. Specifically, an installation block is arranged at the bottom of one end of the guiding plate 132 away from the first conveyor belt 11, and the output end of the cylinder is fixedly connected to the installation block. The telescopic movement of the output end of the cylinder drives the guiding plate 132 to rotate along the rotating shaft of the first bracket 111, so that the opening of the guiding plate 132 moves to the corresponding second conveyor belt.

[0035] Referring to Figure 1 , the sorting device 2 includes an image recognition component 21 arranged above the first conveyor belt 11. This image recognition component 21 is composed of a mounting frame 211 installed above the first conveyor belt 11 and a camera 212 arranged on the mounting frame 211. The mounting frame 211 is fixedly installed above the first bracket 111 and is in an inverted U shape. Three cameras 212 are arranged along the upper part of the first conveyor belt 11, respectively located on both sides and the top of the first conveyor belt 11. Such a configuration can capture images of vegetables from multiple angles, provide more comprehensive and accurate recognition information for the control member 22, and thus further improve the sorting accuracy and efficiency.

[0036] The sorting device 2 is also equipped with a control member 22. The control member 22 is arranged on the mounting frame 211 and is electrically connected to the camera 212 and the driving member 131, and can recognize the vegetable images captured by the camera 212. A special program is set inside the control member 22, which can accurately recognize the types and qualities of vegetables. By recognizing the shapes and colors of vegetables, the vegetables can be classified, and the direction of the guiding plate 132 can be controlled according to the recognized vegetable images to ensure that the vegetables can be accurately conveyed to the corresponding second conveyor belt.

[0037] The implementation principle of the automatic vegetable sorting device for logistics in this application embodiment is as follows: Different transportation methods and packaging requirements are required for vegetables according to their types, shapes, and crispness. By arranging a camera 212 above the first conveyor belt 11, the images of the vegetables on the conveyor belt are transmitted to the control member 22. The control member 22 controls the driving member 131 according to the internally set program, adjusts the position of the guiding plate 132, and conveys the vegetables to the second conveyor belt through the guiding member 13. A plurality of second conveyor belts are provided, and each conveyor belt is set according to different characteristics of the vegetables, which is convenient for the vegetables to be conveyed to the corresponding packaging place for packaging, reducing the disadvantages of low efficiency and easy error in manual sorting, improving the sorting efficiency, and reducing the loss of vegetables during sorting.

[0038] This application embodiment also discloses an automatic vegetable packing box for logistics. Referring to Figure 1, The automated vegetable packing box for logistics includes a box body 3. The box body 3 adopts a layered design, and partition boards 31 are arranged between each layer. Through the stacking and separation of multiple layers, independent storage of vegetables with different types, shapes, and crispness characteristics is realized. It is convenient for classification management and can effectively avoid mutual extrusion and damage between different vegetables.

[0039] To ensure air circulation inside the packing box, ventilation holes 311 are specially provided on the partition boards 31. These ventilation holes 311 are strategically arranged between the partition boards 31 and the box wall of the box body 3. In this way, not only can it ensure the effective circulation of air inside the box, but also any possible dead corners can be avoided, thereby keeping the air fresh and evenly distributed throughout the space, reducing the risk of vegetables rotting due to stuffiness during transportation, effectively reducing losses during transportation, and improving the quality and freshness of vegetables. At the same time, setting the ventilation holes 311 between the partition boards 31 and the box wall will not damage the overall structural strength of the box body and is also convenient for subsequent maintenance and cleaning.

[0040] Refer to Figure 2 , In one embodiment, the partition board 31 is set in a shape with grooves 313. For leafy vegetables, these grooves 313 can closely fit the shape of the vegetable leaves and firmly fix them, avoiding damage due to shaking during transportation.

[0041] Refer to Figure 3 , In another embodiment, the partition board 31 is set in a mesh shape. For root vegetables, this structure not only ensures the ventilation of the vegetables and prevents rotting due to stuffiness, but also effectively prevents the vegetables from rolling and colliding during transportation through the mutual support of the grids.

[0042] Refer to Figure 4 , In another embodiment, fixing structures 312 are also provided on the partition board 31. For vegetables with higher crispness, these fixing structures 312 can firmly fix the vegetables on the partition board 31, preventing the vegetables from shifting or being damaged due to vibration or impact during transportation. These fixing structures 312 include a flexible fixing frame 3121 and a buffer material layer 3122. Among them, the flexible fixing frame 3121 is made of a high-strength and lightweight flexible material and can freely bend and stretch with the change of the shape of the vegetables. The buffer material layer 3122 is embedded inside the flexible fixing frame 3121 to form an additional protective layer.

[0043] The flexible fixing frame 3121 is composed of multiple interconnected nodes 31211 and elastic rods 31212, presenting a grid-like form. The nodes 31211 are designed as polyhedral structures, and each face is provided with mounting holes for installing the elastic rods 31212. The elastic rods 31212 are installed on the nodes 31211 through these mounting holes, thus forming this flexible and stable grid-like flexible fixing frame 3121.

[0044] The outside of the box body 3 is also covered with a layer of shock-proof material 32. The shock-proof material 32 can be specifically set as foam or air cushion film, forming a solid protection barrier to effectively absorb the vibration and impact during transportation and ensure the safety and stability of the internal vegetables.

[0045] The implementation principle of an automated vegetable packing box for logistics in an embodiment of the present application is as follows: The box body 3 adopts a layered design. Through the superposition and separation of multiple layers of structures, independent storage of vegetables with different types, shapes, and crispness characteristics is realized, which is not only convenient for classification management but also can effectively avoid mutual extrusion and damage between different vegetables. At the same time, a layer of shock-proof material 32 is covered on the outside to form a solid protection barrier to effectively absorb the vibration and impact during transportation and ensure the safety and stability of the internal vegetables.

[0046] The above are all the preferred embodiments of the present application. The protection scope of the present application is not limited by this. Therefore, all equivalent changes made according to the structure, shape, and principle of the present application should be covered within the protection scope of the present application.

Claims

1. An automated vegetable sorting device for logistics, characterized in that: include: A conveying device (1), the conveying device (1) comprising a first conveyor belt (11) and a second conveyor belt arranged at the tail of the first conveyor belt (11), wherein a plurality of the second conveyor belts are arranged according to different types of vegetables, the conveying device (1) further comprising a guide member (13), the guide member (13) being arranged between the first conveyor belt (11) and the second conveyor belt, comprising a driving member (131) and a guide plate (132), the driving member (131) driving the guide plate (132) to rotate, so as to classify and transfer the vegetables conveyed by the first conveyor belt (11) to the corresponding second conveyor belt; A sorting device (2), the sorting device (2) comprising an image recognition component (21) arranged above the first conveyor belt (11), the image recognition component (21) comprising a mounting frame (211) arranged above the first conveyor belt (11), and a camera (212) arranged on the mounting frame (211), the sorting device (2) also comprising a control component (22), the control component (22) being electrically connected to the camera (212) and the driving component (131), identifying the image of vegetables in the camera (212), and controlling the direction of the guide plate (132) according to a scheme arranged inside the control component (22), so as to convey the vegetables to the corresponding second conveyor belt.

2. The automated vegetable sorting device for logistics according to claim 1 is characterized by: Three cameras (212) are arranged above the first conveyor belt (11), and the three cameras (212) are respectively arranged on both sides and the top of the first conveyor belt (11).

3. An automated vegetable packaging box for logistics, characterized by: include: The box body (3) is designed in layers as a whole, with partitions (31) arranged between each layer, and the outside of the box body (3) is covered with a layer of shockproof material (32).

4. The automated vegetable packaging box for logistics according to claim 3 is characterized by: The partition plate (31) is also provided with a ventilation hole (311).

5. The automated vegetable packaging box for logistics according to claim 4 is characterized by: The ventilation hole (311) is arranged between the partition plate (31) and the box wall of the box body (3).

6. The automated vegetable packaging box for logistics according to claim 3 is characterized by: A fixing structure (312) is also provided on the partition (31), and the fixing structure (312) fixes the vegetables to the partition (31).

7. The automated vegetable packaging box for logistics according to claim 6 is characterized by: The fixed structure (312) comprises a flexible fixed frame (3121) and a buffer material layer (3122); the flexible fixed frame (3121) is made of a high-strength and lightweight flexible material; and the buffer material layer (3122) is embedded in the flexible fixed frame (3121).

8. The automated vegetable packaging box for logistics according to claim 7 is characterized by: The flexible fixed frame (3121) is composed of a plurality of interconnected nodes (31211) and elastic rods (31212); the nodes (31211) are arranged in a polyhedron structure; each face of the nodes (31211) is provided with a mounting hole for mounting the elastic rod (31212); the elastic rod (31212) is mounted in the mounting hole, and a grid-shaped flexible fixed frame (3121) is formed through the nodes (31211).

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