Outer pot of medicine decocting device and medicine decocting device

Abstract

The invention discloses an outer pot of a medicine decocting device and the medicine decocting device. An inner supporting assembly for supporting a medicine bag is placed in the outer pot, and a limiting structure is arranged on the inner wall of the outer pot; the limiting structure is matched with the inner supporting assembly to limit rotation of the inner supporting assembly in the outer pot; rotation of the inner supporting assembly in the outer pot can be limited through cooperation of the limiting structure and the inner supporting assembly, so that the inner supporting assembly and a medicine bag on the inner supporting assembly can be kept at relatively stable positions in the outer pot in the medicine decocting process, especially under the condition that medicine liquid is boiled or stirred, and the medicine decocting efficiency is improved. The situation that liquid medicine overflows or heating is uneven can be avoided, and the medicine decocting effect is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the field of automatic decocting of traditional Chinese medicine decoctions. Specifically, it relates to an outer pot of a decocting device and a decocting device. Background Art

[0002] Traditional Chinese medicine decocting refers to the process of matching various traditional Chinese medicine materials according to a traditional Chinese medicine prescription and taking the medicinal liquid after decocting according to requirements. With the gradual acceptance of traditional Chinese medicine treatment concepts around the world, the demand for traditional Chinese medicine is increasing globally, and the need for the development and improvement of traditional Chinese medicine decocting equipment and decocting effects is becoming more and more urgent.

[0003] In the existing decocting devices for traditional Chinese medicine decoctions, the decocting device includes an outer pot for containing the medicinal liquid and an inner pot disposed inside the outer pot for supporting the medicine bag. The top wall of the inner pot is provided with a medicine bag feeding port, and the side wall and bottom wall of the inner pot are provided with a plurality of medicinal liquid circulation holes. During the decocting process, the medicine bag is put into the inner pot through the medicine bag feeding port, and the medicinal liquid in the outer pot penetrates into the medicine bag through the medicinal liquid circulation holes. Since there is no limiting structure on the inner wall of the outer pot that can cooperate with the inner pot to limit the rotation of the inner pot in the outer pot, during the decocting process, especially when the medicinal liquid boils or is stirred, the inner pot and the medicine bag in the inner pot cannot maintain a relatively stable position in the outer pot, which may cause the medicinal liquid to overflow or the heating to be uneven, reducing the decocting effect.

[0004] In view of this, the present invention is specifically proposed. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of the present invention is to provide an outer pot of a decocting device and a decocting device. Through the cooperation of the limiting structure and the inner support assembly, the rotation of the inner support assembly in the outer pot can be restricted, so that the inner support assembly and the medicine bag on the inner support assembly can maintain a relatively stable position in the outer pot during the decocting process, especially when the medicinal liquid boils or is stirred, and the situation of medicinal liquid overflow or uneven heating can be avoided, achieving the purpose of improving the decocting effect.

[0006] To solve the above technical problems, the basic concept of the technical solution adopted by the present invention is as follows: The present invention provides an outer pot of a decocting device, an inner support assembly for supporting a medicine bag is placed in the outer pot, and a limiting structure is provided on the inner wall of the outer pot; The limiting structure cooperates with the inner support assembly to restrict the rotation of the inner support assembly in the outer pot.

[0007] Further, the inner support assembly is provided with at least two connecting parts distributed at intervals in the circumferential direction; The limiting structure cooperates with the connecting part to restrict the rotation of the inner support assembly in the outer pot.

[0008] Further, the limiting structure and the connecting part are in snap-fit.

[0009] Furthermore, the connecting part is a connecting rod extending vertically. The limiting structure is at least two protrusions provided on the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot. Two protrusions are clamped between two connecting rods, or two connecting rods are clamped between two protrusions.

[0010] Furthermore, four protrusions are provided on the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot, and every two protrusions form a group. Four connecting rods are provided on the outer periphery of the inner support assembly, and every two connecting rods form a group. Two protrusions in each group are clamped between two connecting rods in each group.

[0011] Furthermore, a positioning structure is provided on the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot below the limiting structure. When transporting the decocting device, the transporting part clamps the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot at the lower part of the positioning structure.

[0012] Furthermore, the positioning structure includes a convex rib protruding from the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot, coaxial with the outer pot and in a ring shape. When transporting the decocting device, the transporting part clamps the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot at the lower part of the convex rib.

[0013] Furthermore, the positioning structure includes at least two spaced-apart convex ribs. When transporting the decocting device, the transporting part clamps the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot between two convex ribs.

[0014] Furthermore, a carrier for transporting the outer pot is provided at the bottom of the outer pot. The carrier includes: a support plate, which is fixedly connected to the outer pot; a conveying module, which is wrapped around the outer periphery of the support plate and is detachably connected to the support plate.

[0015] Furthermore, the support plate is a sheet metal part, and the support plate is fixedly connected to the outer pot by welding.

[0016] The present invention also provides a decocting device, including the outer pot provided by the above technical solution and an inner support assembly placed in the outer pot. Preferably, the inner support assembly includes a tray and a bottom plate for supporting the medicine bag. A medicine bag feeding port is provided on the tray, and liquid medicine flow holes are provided on the bottom plate. At least two connecting parts are connected between the tray and the bottom plate at intervals in the circumferential direction. The tray is placed at the feeding port of the outer pot; the outer periphery of the bottom plate is basically attached to the inner periphery of the outer pot.

[0017] After adopting the above technical solution, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art.

[0018] The cooperation between the limiting structure and the inner support assembly can limit the rotation of the inner support assembly in the outer pot, so that the inner support assembly and the medicine bag on the inner support assembly can maintain a relatively stable position in the outer pot during the decocting process, especially when the liquid medicine boils or is stirred, which can avoid the occurrence of liquid medicine overflow or uneven heating and improve the decocting effect.

[0019] The following further describes in detail the specific embodiments of the present invention with reference to the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0020] The accompanying drawings, as a part of the present invention, are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The schematic embodiments and descriptions thereof of the present invention are used to explain the present invention, but do not constitute an improper limitation to the present invention. Obviously, the accompanying drawings in the following description are only some embodiments. For those of ordinary skill in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative efforts. In the drawings: Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the outer pot and the transportation module provided in the first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the support plate in the transportation module provided in the first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the decocting device provided in the first embodiment of the present invention; Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the inner support assembly of the decocting device provided in the second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 5 is a schematic diagram of another perspective of the inner support assembly provided in the second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 6 is Figure 5 the sectional view taken along the line A-A of Figure 7 is Figure 6 the enlarged view at A; Figure 8 is a schematic diagram of the cleaning device provided in the second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 9 is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the inner support assembly and the bracket provided in the second embodiment of the present invention; Figure 10 is a schematic diagram of the clamping assembly provided in the second embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] In the figure: 100, decocting device; 110, outer pot; 110a, outer pot feeding port; 111-1, limiting structure; 111, protrusion; 112-1, positioning structure; 112, rib; 113, reinforcing rib; 120, inner support assembly; 121, support plate; 121a, supporting portion; 1211, medicine bag feeding port; 1211a, first straight section; 1211b, first arc section; 122-1, connecting portion; 122, connecting rod; 123, clamping member; 123a, clamping cavity; 1231, housing; 1231a, perforation; 1232, inner core; 1232a, clamping groove; 1233, return spring; 124, bottom plate; 124a, liquid medicine flow hole; 124b, second straight section; 124c, second arc section; 124d, avoidance notch; 124e, corner; 124f, first mating through hole; 124g, second mating through hole; 125a, winding member; 125, winding rod; 130, carrier; 131, support plate; 1311, fixing portion; 1311a, abutting portion; 1311b, connecting convex portion; 132, conveying module; 1321, straight rod; 507, frame; 5071, bracket; 50711, through hole; 5072, clamping assembly; 50721, clamping claw; 50721a, unlocking member; 50722, third pushing member; 600, cleaning device; 601, first cleaning carrier; 6011, water tank; 6012, first spraying device; 6013, first support rod; 602, second cleaning carrier; 6021, second spraying device; 6022, second support rod; 603, third cleaning carrier; 6031, air drying device. It should be noted that these drawings and text descriptions are not intended to limit the scope of the concept of the present invention in any way, but to illustrate the concept of the present invention to those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. Detailed implementation manners

[0022] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention but are not used to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0023] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "inner", "outer", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the present invention.

[0024] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that unless otherwise clearly specified and defined, the terms "installation", "connection", and "coupling" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0025] Embodiment 1 As Figures 1-3 shown, the present invention provides an outer pot of a decocting device. An inner support assembly 120 for supporting a medicine bag is placed inside the outer pot 110, and a limiting structure 111-1 is provided on the inner wall of the outer pot 110; The limiting structure 111-1 cooperates with the inner support assembly 120 to limit the rotation of the inner support assembly 120 inside the outer pot 110.

[0026] In the embodiment of the present invention, through the cooperation of the limiting structure 111-1 and the inner support assembly 120, the rotation of the inner support assembly 120 inside the outer pot 110 can be restricted, so that the inner support assembly 110 and the medicine bag on the inner support assembly 110 can maintain a relatively stable position inside the outer pot 110 during the decocting process, especially in the case of boiling or stirring of the liquid medicine, which can avoid the occurrence of liquid medicine overflow or uneven heating, and improve the decocting effect.

[0027] The inner wall of the outer pot 110 can be the inner bottom wall and / or the inner peripheral wall of the outer pot 110, and the limiting structure 111-1 is provided on the inner bottom wall and / or the inner peripheral wall of the outer pot 110; the limiting structure 111-1 can be a protrusion, a groove, a claw and other structures, etc.; for example, the claw directly clamps on the peripheral wall of the inner support assembly.

[0028] As the main part of the entire decocting device 100, the main function of the outer pot 110 is to hold the liquid medicine required during the decocting process. It needs to be made of materials with high temperature resistance and corrosion resistance, such as stainless steel or ceramics, etc., to ensure that it can stably withstand high temperatures and maintain the purity of the liquid medicine during the decocting process. In addition, the heat preservation performance of the outer pot 110 should also be considered to reduce heat loss during the decocting process and improve the decocting efficiency.

[0029] The tray 121 of the inner support assembly 120 is set at the feeding port 110a of the outer pot, realizing the stable placement of the inner support assembly 120 inside the outer pot 110. This is not only convenient for the feeding and taking of the medicine bag, but also avoids possible wear or contamination caused by the direct contact between the inner support assembly 120 and the bottom of the outer pot 110. Specifically, the tray 121 is annular, horizontally extending a certain length from the inner circumference to the outer circumference, and the inner circumference of the tray 121 forms a medicine bag feeding port 1211; The portion of the tray 121 that extends from the position connected to the connecting portion 122-1 to the outer periphery forms a supporting portion 121a, and the supporting portion 121a is placed at the outer pot feeding opening 110a, realizing that the tray 121 is placed on the outer pot 110.

[0030] Specifically, reinforcing ribs 113 are provided at the outer pot feeding opening 110a, and the reinforcing ribs 113 are arranged in a ring around the outer pot feeding opening 110a; the tray 121 is placed on the reinforcing ribs 113; In this embodiment, reinforcing ribs 113 are provided at the outer pot feeding opening 110a, and the reinforcing ribs 113 are arranged in a ring around the outer pot feeding opening 110a. The main purpose is to enhance the structural strength of this area of the outer pot 110. Since the outer pot feeding opening 110a is a region that is often subjected to internal and external forces, such as the placement and removal of the inner support assembly 120, and the feeding of medicine packets, etc., the addition of the reinforcing ribs 113 can effectively prevent the outer pot feeding opening 110a from deforming or being damaged due to long-term use or improper operation, thereby extending the service life of the outer pot 110. As a preferred solution, the reinforcing ribs 113 are annular reinforcing ribs 113 arranged in a circle around the outer pot feeding opening 110a.

[0031] Specifically, the tray 121 is placed on the reinforcing ribs 113, which can provide stable support for the tray 121 and ensure the accurate position of the inner support assembly 120 in the outer pot 110. The annular structure of the reinforcing ribs 113 provides a flat and firm placement platform for the tray 121, enabling the tray 121 to firmly support the inner support assembly 120 and the medicine packet thereon, preventing shaking or tilting during the decocting process.

[0032] As a preferred solution, the outer edge of the tray 121 protrudes from the reinforcing ribs 113. The outer edge of the tray 121 is designed to protrude from the reinforcing ribs 113, which not only increases the contact area between the tray 121 and the reinforcing ribs 113, thereby improving the placement stability of the tray 121, but also provides a certain guiding function for the placement and removal of the inner support assembly 120, enabling the user to complete these operations more easily.

[0033] In the embodiment of the present invention, the inner support assembly 120 is provided with at least two connecting portions 122-1 that are circumferentially spaced apart; The limiting structure 111-1 cooperates with the connecting portion 122-1 to limit the rotation of the inner support assembly 120 in the outer pot 110.

[0034] In the embodiment of the present invention, the limiting structure 111-1 cooperates with the connecting portion 122-1 to limit the rotation of the inner support assembly 120, and the cooperation method between the two is a snap-fit between the limiting structure 111-1 and the connecting portion 122-1; The specific way of the snap-fit is: The connecting part 122-1 is a connecting rod 122 extending vertically; Method 1: The connecting rod 122 is provided with a protrusion or a groove, and the limiting structure 111-1 is a groove provided on the inner peripheral wall of the outer pot 110 for the protrusion on the connecting rod 122 to be inserted into or a protrusion to be inserted into the groove on the connecting rod 122; Method 2: The limiting structure 111-1 is at least two protrusions 111 provided on the inner peripheral wall of the outer pot 110; The two protrusions 111 are inserted between the two connecting rods 122, or the two connecting rods 122 are inserted between the two protrusions 111.

[0035] Specifically, the setting of the protrusions 111 on the inner peripheral wall of the outer pot 110 needs to match the shape and size of the connecting rod 122. The shape of the protrusions 111 can be circular, square or other shapes suitable for the connecting rod 122 to limit the rotation of the inner support assembly 120 in the outer pot 110.

[0036] When the inner support assembly 120 is placed in the outer pot 110, the connecting rod 122 will contact the protrusions 111. The two protrusions 111 are inserted between the two connecting rods 122, or the two connecting rods 122 are inserted between the two protrusions 111. By means of physical limitation, the inner support assembly 120 can maintain a relatively stable position during the decocting process.

[0037] The number and position of the connecting rods 122 should correspond one by one to the protrusions 111 on the outer pot 110, so that during the decocting process, the connecting rods 122 can cooperate with the protrusions 111 to limit the rotation of the inner support assembly 120.

[0038] Specifically, four protrusions 111 are provided on the inner peripheral wall of the outer pot 110, and every two protrusions 111 are in a group; the inner support assembly 120 is provided with four connecting rods 122, and every two connecting rods 122 are in a group. The two protrusions 111 cooperate with the two connecting rods 122 to limit the rotation of the inner support assembly 120 in the outer pot. Specifically, when the inner support assembly 120 is placed in the outer pot 110, the two protrusions 111 are inserted between the two connecting rods 122 to limit the rotation of the inner support assembly 120 in the outer pot 110.

[0039] In the embodiment of the present invention, a positioning structure 112-1 is provided on the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot 110 below the limiting structure 111-1; When transporting the decocting device 100, the transporting component clamps the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot 110 at the lower part of the positioning structure 112-1.

[0040] In the embodiment of the present invention, by setting the positioning structure, the transporting component can accurately and stably clamp the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot 110, preventing accidents such as slipping or tipping over during the transportation process.

[0041] Furthermore, the positioning structure 112-1 includes a rib 112 protruding from the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot 110, coaxial with the outer pot 110 and in a ring shape; the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot 110 is provided with the rib 112. When transporting the decocting device 100, the transporting component clamps the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot 110 at the lower part of the rib 112.

[0042] In an embodiment of the present invention, the shape and size of the rib 112 can ensure that it will not protrude too much to increase the volume and weight of the outer pot 110, while providing sufficient stability for the transporting component when clamping the decocting device 100.

[0043] Specifically, when transporting the decocting device 100, transporting components such as a transport cart and a gripper will clamp the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot 110 at the lower part of the rib 112. Due to the design of the rib 112, the transporting component can clamp the outer pot 110 more stably, preventing accidents such as slipping or tipping over during transportation.

[0044] Furthermore, the positioning structure includes at least two ribs 112 arranged at intervals. When transporting the decocting device 100, the transporting component clamps the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot 110 between the two ribs 112.

[0045] To further enhance the stability and safety of the decocting device 100 during transportation, at least two ribs 112 are provided on the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot 110. The at least two ribs 112 are arranged at intervals in the axial direction of the outer pot 110, and the interval distance at least meets the clamping of the transporting component.

[0046] Specifically, when transporting the decocting device 100, transporting components such as a transport cart and a gripper will clamp the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot 110 between the two ribs 112. Due to the existence of the two ribs 112, the transporting component can clamp the outer pot 110 more firmly, preventing shaking or slipping during transportation.

[0047] In an embodiment of the present invention, a carrier 130 is provided at the bottom of the outer pot 110, and the movement of the decocting device 100 on the conveyor line of the automatic decocting system is realized through the carrier 130.

[0048] Furthermore, the carrier 130 includes: a support plate 131, and the support plate 131 is fixedly connected to the outer pot 110; a conveying module 132, and the conveying module 132 is wrapped around the outer periphery of the support plate 131 and is detachably connected to the support plate 131; In this embodiment, to improve the automation level and movement convenience of the decocting device 100, a carrier 130 is provided at the bottom of the outer pot 110. The design of the carrier 130 should consider factors such as compatibility with the conveyor line, load-bearing capacity, and stability.

[0049] The carrier 130 is mainly composed of two parts: a support plate 131 and a conveying module 132. The support plate 131 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the outer pot 110, providing stable support for the entire decocting device 100. The conveying module 132 is wrapped around the outer periphery of the support plate 131 and is detachably connected to the support plate 131, enabling the conveying module 132 to be replaced or adjusted according to different types of conveying lines, thereby improving the flexibility and adaptability of the decocting device 100.

[0050] As a preferred solution, the support plate 131 and the outer pot 110 are fixed together by welding. Welding connection has the advantages of high strength, good sealing performance, and firm connection, which can ensure that there is no relative displacement or loosening between the support plate 131 and the outer pot 110 during the movement of the decocting device 100. At the same time, it simplifies the installation process and improves work efficiency.

[0051] Specifically, the support plate 131 is a square sheet metal structure, and fixing parts 1311 are provided at its edges. The fixing parts 1311 are arranged at the edges of the four sides of the support plate 131. When it is necessary to fix the outer pot 110 of the decocting device 100, the fixing device cooperates with the fixing parts 1311 to achieve the fixing function.

[0052] When the outer pot 110, the support plate 131, and the support components arranged below the support plate 131 are integrally flipped, in order to prevent the outer pot 110 and the support plate 131 from moving on the support components, the outer pot 110 and the support plate 131 are fixed by the fixing device. For example, the fixing device is a cylinder, and the end of the cylinder rod acts on the top surface of the abutting part 1311a, so that the outer pot 110 and the support plate 131 remain stationary on the support components.

[0053] The conveying module 132 wrapped around the outside of the support plate 131 is composed of four straight rods 1321 connected end to end. Grooves are provided on the straight rods 1321 to reduce the overall weight of the conveying module. The support plate 131 and the conveying module 132 are assembled into a square carrier 130 with a size of 400 cm * 400 cm to ensure the stability during the transfer of the decocting device 100 and the adaptability to the conveyor belt.

[0054] Embodiment 2 As Figures 4-7 shown, the present invention provides a decocting device, including: the outer pot in Embodiment 1 and the inner support assembly 120 placed inside the outer pot; The inner support assembly 120 includes: A tray 121, on which a medicine packet feeding port 1211 is provided, and is placed at the outer pot feeding port 110a; A bottom plate 124, used to support the medicine packet, on which a liquid medicine circulation hole 124a is provided; the outer periphery of the bottom plate 124 is basically fitted with the inner periphery of the outer pot 110; At least two connecting parts 122-1 are arranged at intervals in the circumferential direction to connect the pallet 121 and the bottom plate 124.

[0055] In an embodiment of the present invention, the decocting device 100 includes an outer pot 110 for containing liquid medicine and an inner support assembly 120 placed inside the housing, realizing the automation and convenience of traditional Chinese medicine decocting.

[0056] By connecting the pallet 121 and the bottom plate 124 through at least two connecting parts 122-1 arranged at intervals in the circumferential direction, the liquid medicine can not only penetrate into the medicine bag through the liquid medicine circulation holes 124a, but also penetrate into the medicine bag through the gaps formed by the intervals between the two connecting parts 122-1, realizing that the liquid medicine can fully penetrate into the medicine bag, improving the decocting effect, and the interval setting between the two connecting parts 122-1 can reduce the use of raw materials for manufacturing the inner support assembly 120, reducing the manufacturing cost and difficulty of the inner support assembly 120.

[0057] The material of the inner support assembly 120 should have characteristics such as high temperature resistance and corrosion resistance to cope with the high temperature environment during the decocting process.

[0058] In addition to a number of liquid medicine circulation holes 124a being provided on the bottom plate 124, a number of mating through holes 124f for cleaning are also provided; A number of mating through holes are arranged between a number of liquid medicine circulation holes 124a; specifically, a number of mating through holes and liquid medicine circulation holes 124a cover the entire bottom plate 124. Further specifically, the number of liquid medicine circulation holes 124a is more than the number of mating through holes. There are five mating through holes, which are four first mating through holes 124f and one second mating through hole 124g respectively. The second mating through hole 124g is arranged at the center position of the bottom plate 124, and the four first mating through holes 124f surround the second mating through hole 124g. A number of liquid medicine circulation holes 124a basically cover the entire bottom plate 124, realizing that the liquid medicine can penetrate into the medicine bag more fully. The mating through holes are for the cleaning device 600 to pass through and clean the bottom wall of the outer pot 110 in the decocting device 100.

[0059] The medicine bag is mainly a traditional Chinese medicine bag. When the decocting device 100 decocts medicine, the medicine bag is put into the interior of the decocting device 100 through the medicine bag feeding port 1211, and the bottom plate 124 supports the medicine bag entering the interior of the decocting device 100; the liquid medicine in the outer pot 110 of the decocting device 100 penetrates into the medicine bag through the liquid medicine circulation holes 124a and the gaps formed by the intervals between the two connecting parts 122-1; In an embodiment of the present invention, at least two connecting parts 122-1 are connected between the pallet 121 and the bottom plate 124 at intervals in the circumferential direction.

[0060] In an embodiment of the present invention, the connecting portion 122-1 serves as a bridge between the support plate 121 and the bottom plate 124, playing a role in stable support and connection.

[0061] At least two connecting portions 122-1 are arranged at intervals, forming a stable support frame between the support plate 121 and the bottom plate 124. This structure enables the inner support assembly 120 to maintain good stability and anti-deformation ability when subjected to external forces, such as the sloshing of the liquid medicine; a gap is formed between the two connecting portions 122-1, enabling the inner support assembly 120 to adapt to medicine bags of different shapes and sizes. The medicine bag can be placed on the bottom plate 124, and the connecting portion 122-1 will not obstruct it; it is convenient for disassembly and cleaning to ensure the hygiene and safety of each decocting process; and it can maintain the shape of the medicine bag to prevent the medicinal materials from scattering.

[0062] The support plate 121, the bottom plate 124, and the connecting portion 122-1 can be connected by means such as screwing, clamping, welding, etc., facilitating the user to disassemble and assemble according to needs.

[0063] Further, the connecting portion 122-1 is a connecting rod 122 vertically extending between the support plate 121 and the bottom plate 124; the top and bottom ends of the connecting rod 122 are respectively connected to the bottom of the support plate 121 and the top of the bottom plate 124.

[0064] The design of the vertical extension of the connecting rod 122 makes the connection between the support plate 121 and the bottom plate 124 more direct and stable. This linear support structure can effectively resist the force in the horizontal direction and prevent the inner support assembly 120 from tilting or deforming due to the sloshing of the liquid medicine during the decocting process.

[0065] The top and bottom ends of the connecting rod 122 are tightly connected to the bottom of the support plate 121 and the top of the bottom plate 124 respectively, forming a stable support frame. This connection method ensures the effective transmission of force between the support plate 121 and the bottom plate 124, avoiding problems such as loosening or falling off due to insecure connection.

[0066] The bottom plate 124 can be set as a disk-shaped structure with a high middle and gradually decreasing circumference, so that when operations such as squeezing the medicine bag are performed, the liquid medicine in the medicine bag can flow smoothly into the outer pot 110; specifically, the support plate 121 is arc-shaped, and the inner periphery of the support plate 121 forms a medicine bag placement opening 1211, and the bottom plate 124 is disk-shaped.

[0067] In an embodiment of the present invention, the inner peripheral edge of the medicine bag placement opening 1211 includes a plurality of first straight line segments 1211a and a plurality of first arc segments 1211b alternately distributed along the circumference; The top end of the connecting rod 122 is connected to the bottom of the support plate 121 at the first straight line segment 1211a.

[0068] In an embodiment of the present invention, the first straight segment 1211a forms a distinct boundary at the edge of the medicine packet dropping opening 1211, which helps users place the medicine packet more accurately and avoid the medicine packet deviating from the medicine packet dropping opening 1211. At the same time, the design of the first straight segment 1211a also enhances the structural rigidity of the medicine packet dropping opening 1211 and prevents deformation caused by external forces; The design of the second arc segment 124c makes the edge of the medicine packet dropping opening 1211 smoother, reducing the friction and resistance when contacting the medicine packet, which is beneficial to the smooth input of the medicine packet. In addition, the second arc segment 124c also gives the medicine packet dropping opening 1211 a certain aesthetic feeling, making the overall appearance of the decocting device 100 more harmonious.

[0069] Connecting the top end of the connecting rod 122 to the bottom of the support plate 121 at the first straight segment 1211a is a reasonable choice because the straight segment has better positioning and stability compared to the arc segment. Connecting the connecting rod 122 at these positions can ensure a more firm and reliable connection between the connecting rod 122 and the support plate 121, enabling the entire inner support assembly 120 to maintain good stability and anti-deformation ability when bearing the weight of the medicine packet and various forces during the decocting process.

[0070] Preferably, the inner peripheral edge of the medicine packet dropping opening 1211 includes two relatively arranged first straight segments 1211a and two relatively arranged first arc segments 1211b; two connecting rods 122 are connected to the support plate 121 at each first straight segment 1211a. This design takes into account structural strength, stability, and ease of use. Among them, the length of the first straight segment 1211a is less than the length of the first arc segment 1211b.

[0071] In an embodiment of the present invention, the outer peripheral edge of the bottom plate 124 includes several second straight segments 124b corresponding to the positions of the first straight segments 1211a and several second arc segments 124c corresponding to the positions of the first arc segments 1211b; The bottom end of the connecting rod 122 is connected to the top of the bottom plate 124 at the second straight segment 124b.

[0072] In an embodiment of the present invention, the first straight segment 1211a and the second straight segment 124b are in corresponding positions, and this corresponding relationship ensures that the connecting rod 122 can directly and firmly connect the support plate 121 and the bottom plate 124. Since the second straight segment 124b provides a distinct boundary and positioning points, the connection position of the connecting rod 122 is also more accurate and reliable.

[0073] Although the first arc segment 1211b and the second arc segment 124c do not directly play a role in the connection of the connecting rod 122, the corresponding relationship between the first arc segment 1211b and the second arc segment 124c makes the edge shapes of the bottom plate 124 and the medicine bag dropping port 1211 consistent, improving the overall aesthetics and coordination.

[0074] The bottom end of the connecting rod 122 is connected to the top of the bottom plate 124 at the second straight segment 124b, further enhancing the connection strength between the support plate 121 and the bottom plate 124.

[0075] Specifically, the support plate 121 and the bottom plate 124 are coaxially arranged. The two first straight segments 1211a are symmetrically arranged with the center of the support plate 121 as the symmetry center, and the two second straight segments 124b are symmetrically arranged with the center of the bottom plate 124 as the symmetry center; The connecting rods 122 connected to one first straight segment 1211a and the connecting rods 122 connected to the other first straight segment 1211a are symmetrically arranged with the center of the support plate 121 as the symmetry center.

[0076] Furthermore, the second straight segment 124b is recessed inward relative to the second arc segment 124c to form an avoidance notch 124d; Two connecting rods 122 are respectively connected to two corners 124e distributed circumferentially of the avoidance notch 124d.

[0077] The said inward recess means recessing inward into the inner support assembly 120. The avoidance notch 124d is provided for avoiding the protrusion 111 when the inner support assembly 120 is placed in the outer pot in Embodiment 1; the bottom ends of the two connecting rods 122 are connected to two corners 124e distributed circumferentially of the avoidance notch 124d. Because the corners 124e are stress concentration areas, connecting the connecting rods 122 to the corners 124e can enhance the support capacity of these areas, enabling the entire inner support assembly 120 to maintain better stability and anti-deformation ability when bearing the weight of the medicinal liquid and various forces during the decocting process.

[0078] In the embodiment of the present invention, a clamping member 123 for clamping the medicine bag seal is provided on the support plate 121 between the two connecting portions 122-1.

[0079] In the embodiment of the present invention, the main function of the clamping member 123 is to clamp and fix the medicine bag seal. Among them, clamping and fixing the end of the medicine bag seal by the clamping member 123 can ensure that the clamping force is more concentrated and effective, avoiding excessive extrusion or damage to other parts of the medicine bag.

[0080] During the decocting process, the medicine bag is usually sealed to prevent the medicinal materials from scattering or being contaminated. When the medicine bag is located on the inner support assembly 120, the clamping member 123 clamps the medicine bag seal, which can further ensure that the medicine bag is stably placed and avoid moving or tilting during the decocting process due to the boiling or stirring of the liquid medicine.

[0081] It should be noted that the medicine bag seal can be a separately provided rope. The medicine bag is tied with the rope, and then the remaining end after tying is clamped on the clamping member 123 to fix the medicine bag seal. Another option is that the seal for sealing the medicine bag can be a part of the medicine bag. This part is used to tie the medicine bag, and then the remaining end after tying is clamped on the clamping member 123 to fix the medicine bag seal.

[0082] The clamping member 23 is provided with a clamping cavity 23a for clamping the medicine bag seal and a perforation 1231a allowing the medicine bag seal to enter the clamping cavity 123a; Specifically, the clamping member 123 includes: A housing 1231, the top of which is provided on the support plate 121, the bottom of which is suspended and provided with a downward opening, and the perforation 1231a is provided on the inner side wall of the housing 1231 facing inward; An inner core 1232, which is telescopically moved up and down relative to the opening inside the housing 1231, and the side wall thereof is provided with a clamping groove 1232a with a notch facing inward. The clamping groove 1232a and the side wall of the housing 1231 provided with the perforation 1231a enclose the clamping cavity 123a; A return spring 1233, which is provided inside the housing 1231, one end of which is connected to the top of the housing 1231, and the other end of which is connected to the top of the inner core 1232.

[0083] The perforation 1231a facing inward and the notch facing inward mean that the perforation 1231a faces the inside of the inner support assembly 120, the clamping groove 1232a faces the inside of the inner support assembly 120, and the inner side wall of the housing 1231 means the side wall of the housing facing the inside of the inner support assembly 120; Taking the medicine bag seal as a separately provided rope as an example, when the decocting device 100 decocts medicine, first put the traditional Chinese medicine materials into the medicine bag, and then tie the medicine bag tightly through the rope. The tying method is as follows: the medicine bag has an opening for the medicine bag to be put in, and a channel for the rope to penetrate and be pulled is provided at the opening. By pulling the rope, the opening of the medicine bag is sealed, and then the medicine bag is tied tightly; push the inner core 1232 upward, and the return spring 1233 is compressed, prompting the clamping groove 1232a of the inner core 1232 to coincide with the perforation 1231a of the housing 1231. Place the end of the rope through the perforation 1231a in the clamping groove 1232a. After the placement is completed, release the force pushing the inner core 1232. The inner core 1232 is pushed by the restoring force of the return spring 1233 and returns to the initial state. At this time, the end of the rope is clamped in the clamping cavity 123a, that is, clamped between the side wall of the housing 1231 provided with the perforation 1231a and the inner core 1232, completing the clamping and fixing of the medicine bag seal.

[0084] Further, a winding member 125a for winding the medicine bag seal is provided below the clamping member 123; The winding member 125a is a winding rod 125. The winding rod 125 is disposed opposite to the clamping member 123 between two adjacent connecting rods 122. Both ends of the winding rod 125 are connected to the two connecting rods 122 respectively; Further, the winding rod 125 is disposed at the bottom of the two connecting rods 122.

[0085] The winding rod 125 is a straight rod extending horizontally, which is convenient for winding the medicine bag seal.

[0086] Taking the medicine bag seal as a separately provided rope as an example, after the rope seals the medicine bag, the rope first passes out of the inner support assembly 120 from the inside to the outside of the lower part of the winding rod 125, and then extends upward from the bottom of the inner support assembly 120 to the clamping member 123. The end of the rope is clamped and fixed by the clamping member 123; Through the winding and clamping of the above rope, it can be ensured that the medicine bag always adheres to the bottom plate 124 of the inner support assembly 120 during the decocting process and will not float due to the buoyancy of the water in the decocting device 100.

[0087] As a preferred solution, the medicine bag seal can be wound around the winding rod 125 for multiple turns and then extended to the clamping member 123 for clamping and fixing.

[0088] Such as Figure 8As shown, the decoction device 100 further includes a cleaning device 600 for cleaning the outer pot 110 and the inner support assembly 120. The cleaning device 600 includes: a first cleaning carrier 601, a second cleaning carrier 602, and a third cleaning carrier 603 arranged in sequence along the cleaning conveyor line. The cleaning device 600 needs to remove the liquid medicine and the medicine bag and then clean the outer pot 110 and the inner support assembly 120.

[0089] The outer pot 110 and the inner support assembly 120 are combined as a decoction pot. The decoction pot is transported to the cleaning device 600 station for cleaning. Before cleaning, the decoction pot is grabbed by the flipping device and flipped 180°, so that the decoction pot is in a state with the opening facing down during the cleaning process, that is, the opening of the outer pot 110 and the medicine bag feeding port 1211 of the inner support assembly 120 are in a downward state during the cleaning process. In this way, during the cleaning process, the water flows out directly along the inner wall of the decoction pot due to its own weight, and there is not too much water stored in the decoction pot. The first cleaning carrier 601 is a washing carrier, the second cleaning carrier 602 is a rinsing carrier, and the third cleaning carrier 603 is a drying carrier. The decoction pot is first moved to the first cleaning carrier 601 along the cleaning conveyor line direction, then moved to the second cleaning carrier 602, and finally moved to the third cleaning carrier 603. The bottom of the first cleaning carrier 601 is connected to a water tank 6011 for cleaning the decoction pot. The cleaned water flows back to the water tank 6011 through a water pipe, so that the water in the water tank 6011 can be recycled. A first spraying device 6012 and a first support rod 6013 that can move longitudinally are provided in the first cleaning carrier 601. The first support rod 6013 enters the inner support assembly 120 and passes through the first mating through hole 124f on the bottom plate 124, lifting the outer pot 110, so that there is a certain distance between the outer pot 110 and the bottom plate 124 of the inner support assembly 120. The first spraying device 6012 enters the inner support assembly 120 and passes through the second mating through hole 124g on the bottom plate 124, and sprays and rinses the outer pot 110 and the inner support assembly 120 close to the inner wall of the bottom of the outer pot 110. The end of the first support rod 6013 extending into the decoction pot is also provided with a water outlet, and the decoction pot is better rinsed through the water outlet of the first support rod 6013.

[0090] Specifically, the water outlet of the first cleaning carrier 601 is connected to the upper end of the water tank 6011 through a water pipe, and the water inlet is connected to the lower end of the water tank 6011 through a water pipe. The first support rod 6013 is arranged to be liftable inside or at the bottom of the first cleaning carrier 601 through a lifting motor or other existing lifting devices. During the washing process, the first support rod 6013 is near the outer periphery of the bottom plate of the inner support assembly, facilitating the cleaning of the edges and corners near the inner wall of the decocting pot. Cooperating with the first spraying device 6012 in the middle, it cleans the areas that are not easily cleaned by the first spraying device 6012 or have poor cleaning effects, making the washing of the decocting pot cleaner.

[0091] In this embodiment, a second cleaning carrier 602 is arranged on one side of the first cleaning carrier 601 along the direction of the cleaning conveyor line. The water outlet of the second cleaning carrier 602 is connected to the water tank 6011, and the water inlet is connected to the outside. It is rinsed with clean water, and the water after washing flows into the water tank 6011 through the water outlet. When the water in the water tank 6011 is full, it overflows, and the sewage in the water tank 6011 is diluted by the water after washing in the second cleaning carrier 602, keeping it clean within a certain limit. A second spraying device 6021 and a second support rod 6022 that can move longitudinally are also arranged in the second cleaning carrier 602. The second support rod 6022 enters the inner support assembly 120 through the first mating through hole 124f on the bottom plate 124, jacking up the outer pot 110, so that there is a certain distance between the outer pot 110 and the bottom plate 124 of the inner support assembly 120. The second spraying device 6012 enters the inner support assembly 120 through the second mating through hole 124g on the bottom plate 124, and sprays and rinses the outer pot 110 and the inner support assembly 120 close to the inner wall of the bottom of the outer pot 110; Specifically, the second spraying device 6021 and the second support rod 6022 that can move longitudinally are arranged in the second cleaning carrier 602. The water inlet of the second spraying device 6021 is connected to the outside, providing clean washing water. In the washing state, a spraying port is provided at one end of the second support rod 6022 that abuts against the inner bottom of the outer pot, for flushing the area near the corner of the inner wall of the outer pot 110, and at the same time flushing the outer periphery of the bottom plate 124 of the inner support assembly 120. Through the cooperation of the second spraying device 6021 and the second support rod 6022, the outer pot 110 and the inner support assembly 120 are fully rinsed, and the waste water after rinsing flows into the water tank 6011. The water tank 6011 is provided with an overflow port. When the water in the water tank 6011 reaches the overflow port and continues to flow in, the water in the water tank 6011 is discharged through the overflow port to connect to the sewer. The washing water of the second cleaning carrier 602 is cleaner than the water in the water tank 6011. The washing water of the second cleaning carrier 602 neutralizes the water in the water tank 6011, ensuring a certain cleanliness of the water in the water tank 6011, recycling the washing water, saving water, and at the same time ensuring that the decocting pot is cleaned cleanly.

[0092] In this implementation, along the direction of the cleaning conveyor line, on one side of the second cleaning carrier 602 is the third cleaning carrier 603. Inside the third cleaning carrier 603, there is an air drying device 6031 to air dry the decocting pot. After the decocting pot is washed twice, there will be water droplets hanging on the inner wall of the decocting pot. The air drying device 6031 is used to air dry the remaining water droplets in the decocting pot, avoiding the generation of bacteria due to water accumulation in the decocting pot and contaminating the medicinal liquid during the next decocting process.

[0093] As Figure 9 and Figure 10 shown, further, before using the cleaning device 600 to clean the inner support assembly 120 and the outer pot 110, first separate the inner support assembly 120 from the outer pot 110, place the inner support assembly 120 on the following bracket 5071 for pre - cleaning. After the pre - cleaning is completed, then put the inner support assembly 120 into the outer pot 110, and use the cleaning device 600 to clean the inner support assembly 120 and the outer pot 110; The decocting device 100 further includes a horizontally arranged bracket 5071 on the frame 507, and the bracket 5071 is fixedly connected to the frame 501. On the plate surface of the bracket 5071, there is a through - hole 50711 penetrating the tray. The width of the through - hole 50711 is smaller than the outer diameter of the tray 121, and the size of the through - hole 50711 can enable the connecting rod 122 and the bottom plate 124 of the inner support assembly 120 to pass through. When placing the inner support assembly 120 on the bracket 5071, make the inner support assembly 120 in a vertical state, and pass the bottom plate 124 and the connecting rod 122 of the inner support assembly 120 through the through - hole 50711. Finally, make the lower surface of the tray 121 abut against the upper surface of the bracket 5071, so that the bracket 5071 supports the tray 121.

[0094] Below the bracket 5071, there is a clamping assembly 5072. The clamping assembly 5072 is used to clamp and fix the inner support assembly 120 supported by the bracket 5071 to prevent the inner support assembly from shaking during pre - cleaning. The clamping assembly 5072 includes two relatively arranged clamping claws 50721. Between each clamping claw 50721 and the frame 501, there is a third pushing member 50722. One end of the third pushing member 50722 is fixed to the clamping claw 50721, and the other end of the third pushing member 50722 is fixedly connected to the frame 501. The third pushing member 50722 pushes the connected clamping claw 50721 to move. The two clamping claws 50721 approach or move away from each other under the pushing of the two third pushing members 50722.

[0095] When the inner support assembly 120 is placed on the bracket 5071, the two clamping jaws 50721 approach each other, and the two clamping jaws 50721 clamp and fix the inner support assembly 120 between them. When it is necessary to release the inner support assembly 120, the two clamping jaws 50721 are moved away from each other and separated from the inner support assembly 120. The third pushing member 50722 uses a cylinder, and the cylinder is horizontally arranged. During clamping, the cylinder pushes the clamping jaw 50721 to move into contact with the connecting rod 122 to achieve clamping; An unlocking member 50721a is provided on the clamping jaw 50721. The unlocking member 50721a is a wedge-shaped block with a top surface that gradually inclines upward and closer to the inner support assembly 120 from bottom to top. When the two clamping jaws 50721 approach each other, the unlocking member 50721a extends into the inner support assembly through the gap between the two connecting rods 122 as the clamping jaw 50721 moves and gradually contacts the bottom of the inner core 1232, gradually pushing the inner core 1232 upward, so that the clamping groove 1232a of the inner core 1232 coincides with the through hole 1231a of the housing 1231, and the end of the rope member passes through the through hole and disengages from the clamping member 123, causing the clamping member 123 to release the clamping and fixing of the medicine package. When the two clamping jaws 50721 move away from each other, the unlocking member 50721a gradually disengages from the inner core 1232, and the inner core 1232 resets.

[0096] A fourth pushing member 5075 is provided on the frame body 507. The fourth pushing member 5075 is a cylinder. After the clamping and fixing of the medicine package is released, the fourth pushing member 5075 pushes the medicine package located on the upper surface of the bottom plate 124 out, separating the medicine package from the bottom plate 124, so that the medicine package is separated from the inner support assembly 120.

[0097] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not impose any form of limitation on the present invention. Although the present invention has been disclosed above with preferred embodiments, it is not intended to limit the present invention. Any person skilled in the art of this patent, without departing from the scope of the technical solution of the present invention, can make some changes or modifications to the above-mentioned technical content as equivalent embodiments of equivalent changes. The implementation schemes in the above embodiments can also be further combined or replaced. However, any simple modification, equivalent change, and modification made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the content of the technical solution of the present invention still fall within the scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. An outer pot of a decocting device, with an inner support assembly (120) for supporting a medicine bag placed inside the outer pot (110), characterized in that, a limiting structure (111-1) is provided on the inner wall of the outer pot (110); the limiting structure (111-1) cooperates with the inner support assembly (120) to limit the rotation of the inner support assembly (120) inside the outer pot (110).

2. The outer pot according to claim 1, characterized in that, the inner support assembly (120) is provided with at least two connecting parts (122-1) distributed at intervals in the circumferential direction; the limiting structure (111-1) cooperates with the connecting part (122-1) to limit the rotation of the inner support assembly (120) inside the outer pot (110).

3. The outer pot according to claim 2, characterized in that, the limiting structure (111-1) and the connecting part (122-1) are in snap-fit.

4. The outer pot according to claim 3, characterized in that, the connecting part (122-1) is a vertically extending connecting rod (122); the limiting structure (111-1) is at least two protrusions (111) provided on the inner peripheral wall of the outer pot (110); two protrusions (111) are snapped into between two connecting rods (122), or two connecting rods (122) are snapped into between two protrusions (111).

5. The outer pot according to claim 4, characterized in that, four protrusions (111) are provided on the inner peripheral wall of the outer pot (110), and every two protrusions (111) form a group; four connecting rods (122) are provided on the outer periphery of the inner support assembly (120), and every two connecting rods (122) form a group; two protrusions (111) of each group are snapped into between two connecting rods (122) of each group.

6. The outer pot according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, a positioning structure (112-1) is provided on the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot (110) below the limiting structure (111-1); when transporting the decocting device (100), the transporting component clamps the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot (110) at the lower part of the positioning structure (112-1).

7. The outer pot according to claim 6, characterized in that, the positioning structure (112-1) includes a convex rib (112) protruding from the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot (110), coaxial with the outer pot (110) and in a ring shape; when transporting the decocting device (100), the transporting component clamps the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot (110) at the lower part of the convex rib (112).

8. The outer pot according to claim 7, characterized in that, The positioning structure (112-1) includes at least two spaced convex ribs (112); when transporting the decocting device (100), the transporting component clamps the outer peripheral wall of the outer pot (110) between two convex ribs (112).

9. The outer pot according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, a carrier (130) for transporting the outer pot (110) is provided at the bottom of the outer pot (110); the carrier (130) includes: a support plate (131), and the support plate (131) is fixedly connected to the outer pot (110); a conveying module (132), the conveying module (132) covers the outer periphery of the support plate (131) and is detachably connected to the support plate (131); Preferably, the support plate (131) is a sheet metal part, and the support plate (131) is fixedly welded to the outer pot (110).

10. A decocting device, characterized in that, Comprising the outer pot (110) according to any one of claims 1-9 and the inner support assembly (120) placed inside the outer pot (110); Preferably, the inner support assembly (120) includes a support plate (121) and a bottom plate (124) for supporting the medicine bag. A medicine bag feeding port (1211) is provided on the support plate (121), and a liquid medicine circulation hole (124a) is provided on the bottom plate (124); At least two connecting parts (122-1) are connected between the support plate (121) and the bottom plate (124) at intervals along the circumferential direction; The support plate (121) is erected at the outer pot feeding port (110a); the outer periphery of the bottom plate (124) is substantially fitted with the inner periphery of the outer pot (110).

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