Automatic fermentation tank for processing cedrela sinensis

Abstract

The present application relates to an automated fermentation tank for processing cedrela sinensis, comprising: a tank body on which a sealing cover abuts; a supporting rod is rotationally arranged in the tank body, a liquid discharging cavity is formed in the supporting rod, and a plurality of fermentation units are arranged on the supporting rod; a driving piece is arranged on the sealing cover, and the driving piece is connected with the top end of the supporting rod and used for driving the supporting rod to rotate; a lifting unit is arranged on the tank body, the lifting unit is connected with the sealing cover and used for driving the sealing cover to ascend and descend, the lifting unit can be connected with the sealing cover, automatic ascending and descending of the sealing cover are achieved, the labor intensity is greatly reduced, and the working efficiency is improved. In large-scale fermentation production of cedrela sinensis, frequent feeding and discharging operation can be rapidly completed through automatic lifting of the sealing cover, and a large amount of time and labor cost are saved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the technical field of toon processing, and in particular to an automated fermentation tank for toon processing. Background Art

[0002] Toona sinensis, a nutritious and uniquely flavored food, is a favorite among consumers. Fermented toona sinensis products not only retain the original nutrients but also add a unique flavor, offering promising market prospects. To meet the demand for large-scale production of fermented toona sinensis products, toona sinensis fermentation equipment has emerged.

[0003] According to Chinese patent CN2019103518744, a toon fermentation tank with solid-liquid separation function is provided. By driving the double-headed threaded rod to rotate, the two support rods are driven to rotate, pressing the pressure plate downward, and then the multi-layer placement mechanism is squeezed downward through the pressure plate. The toon is squeezed through the squeezing frame to squeeze out the fermentation liquid. The squeezed fermentation liquid seeps through the perforated plate and is collected at the bottom of the tank to complete the solid-liquid separation.

[0004] During the use of the existing toon fermentation mechanism, workers need to put the toon into the fermentation tank batch by batch, and take it out batch by batch after fermentation is completed. This method is cumbersome and labor-intensive, with a low degree of automation, affecting production efficiency and increasing labor costs and production time.

[0005] Furthermore, while most existing toon fermentation tanks are equipped with ventilation systems, they are unable to accurately and timely adjust the ventilation rate based on actual temperature and humidity changes within the tank. When the temperature or humidity within the tank is too high, ineffective ventilation may occur, leading to excessive fermentation or the development of unpleasant odors, affecting the quality of the fermented product. Furthermore, when the temperature and humidity are optimal, the ventilation system may still operate excessively, resulting in energy waste.

[0006] In response to the above problems, an automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis is now designed. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The embodiment of the present application provides an automated fermentation tank for toon processing to solve the problem that the existing toon fermentation mechanism in the related art is inconvenient to load and unload during use, has a low degree of automation, affects production efficiency, and increases labor costs and production time.

[0008] In a first aspect, an automated fermentation tank for processing toon sinensis is provided, comprising: a tank body, on which a sealing cover abuts; A support rod is rotatably provided inside the tank body, a drainage cavity is provided inside the support rod, and a plurality of fermentation units are provided on the support rod; The fermentation unit includes a fixed ring arranged on a support rod, a plurality of hollow tubes arranged in an annular manner on the fixed ring, the hollow tubes being connected to a drainage cavity, a discharge cylinder being provided at the top of the hollow tubes, the discharge cylinder being connected to the hollow tubes, a fermentation box being plugged into the discharge cylinder, the fermentation box being used to store the toon to be fermented; The sealing cover is provided with a driving member, which is connected to the top end of the support rod and is used to drive the support rod to rotate; The tank body is provided with a lifting unit, and the lifting unit is connected to the sealing cover for driving the sealing cover to move up and down.

[0009] Some embodiments further include a ventilation unit comprising: Multiple temperature sensors and humidity sensors arranged inside the tank; A fan arranged on the sealing cover; an exhaust valve in communication with the tank; A filter tank is provided at the air inlet of the fan, and a plurality of non-woven filter cottons are provided inside the filter tank. One end of the filter tank is connected to the air inlet of the fan, and the other end is connected to the air inlet pipe; The air outlet of the fan passes through the sealing cover and extends into the tank body.

[0010] In some embodiments, the sealing cover is provided with a pressure gauge for monitoring the internal pressure of the tank body and a one-way exhaust valve for exhausting the gas.

[0011] In some embodiments, a plurality of electric heating rods are provided inside the tank body, and the electric heating rods are used to perform high-temperature sterilization on the inside of the tank body.

[0012] In some embodiments, the hollow tube is L-shaped, and one end of the hollow tube connected to the fixing ring is tilted downward, the discharge barrel is cylindrical with an opening at the top, and a through hole connected to the hollow tube is provided at the bottom of the discharge barrel; One end of the hollow tube connected to the fixing ring passes through the fixing ring and is communicated with the drainage cavity.

[0013] In some embodiments, the fermentation box comprises: The material barrel inserted into the discharge barrel is cylindrical in shape and has openings at both ends. A metal perforated mesh plate is provided at the bottom of the barrel, and the top of the metal perforated mesh plate is used to place the toon; A cover plate is hingedly arranged above the barrel, and the cover plate is provided with a plurality of air holes distributed in an annular pattern; A handle is provided outside the barrel.

[0014] In some embodiments, a support ring is provided inside the discharge barrel, and the discharge barrel abuts against the support ring.

[0015] In some embodiments, the driving member includes a reducer and a driving motor disposed above the sealing cover, the output shaft of the driving motor is connected to the input shaft of the reducer, and the output shaft of the reducer is connected to the top end of the support rod.

[0016] In some embodiments, the lifting unit includes a fixing ring disposed on the tank body, and two sets of electric push rods disposed on the fixing ring, wherein the top ends of the piston rods of the electric push rods are connected to the bottom of the sealing cover.

[0017] In some embodiments, a liquid collection box is further provided at the lower end of the support rod, the liquid collection box is communicated with the liquid drainage cavity, and a liquid drainage valve is provided at the bottom of the liquid collection box.

[0018] The embodiment of the present application provides an automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis, which is connected to the sealing cover through a lifting unit, realizing the automatic lifting of the sealing cover, greatly reducing labor intensity and improving work efficiency. In large-scale fermentation production of Toona sinensis, frequent loading and unloading operations can be completed quickly through the automated lifting of the sealing cover, saving a lot of time and labor costs. By using the fermentation box in conjunction with the discharge barrel, combined with the operating space provided after the sealing cover is opened, it is easier to take and put Toona sinensis, further improving the efficiency of loading and unloading.

[0019] The driving part drives the support rod to rotate, and then all the fermentation units rotate accordingly, so that the Chinese toon in the tank is continuously stirred and turned during the fermentation process, avoiding the uneven fermentation caused by local accumulation of Chinese toon, thereby ensuring the consistency of fermentation quality and improving the quality of Chinese toon fermented products.

[0020] Through the support rod, the drainage cavity, the cooperation of the hollow tube and the drainage cavity provides an effective channel for the discharge of the liquid in the tank. During the fermentation process, the produced liquid or the added liquid can smoothly enter the drainage cavity through the discharge barrel and the hollow tube and be discharged out of the tank body, avoiding the accumulation of liquid in the tank, maintaining the stability of the fermentation environment in the tank, and being conducive to the normal fermentation of toon. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present application. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative work.

[0022] Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure provided in the embodiment of this application Figure 1 ; Figure 2 Schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure provided in the embodiment of this application Figure 2 ; Figure 3 A front cross-sectional view provided for an embodiment of the present application; Figure 4 This is a front cross-sectional view of the connection structure between the fermentation box and the discharge barrel provided in an embodiment of the present application; Figure 5 A three-dimensional schematic diagram of the connection structure between the fermentation box and the discharge barrel provided in an embodiment of the present application; Figure 6 A front cross-sectional view of a ventilation unit provided in an embodiment of the present application; Figure 7 A control system diagram provided for an embodiment of the present application.

[0023] In the figure: 1. Tank body; 2. Sealing cover; 21. Pressure gauge; 22. One-way exhaust valve; 3. Support rod; 4. Drain chamber; 5. Fermentation unit; 51. Fixing ring; 52. Hollow tube; 53. Discharge barrel; 531. Support ring; 54. Fermentation box; 541. Barrel; 542. Metal perforated mesh plate; 543. Cover plate; 544. Air hole; 545. Handle; 6. Driving part; 61. Reducer; 62. Driving motor; 7. Lifting unit; 71. Fixing ring; 72. Electric push rod; 8. Ventilation unit; 81. Temperature sensor; 82. Humidity sensor; 83. Fan; 84. Exhaust valve; 85. Filter tank; 86. Non-woven filter cotton; 9. Electric heating rod; 10. Liquid accumulation box; 101. Drain valve. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0024] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this application more clear, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of this application. Obviously, the described embodiments are part of the embodiments of this application, not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this application, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0025] The embodiment of the present application provides an automated fermentation tank for toon processing, which can solve the problems in the related art that the existing toon fermentation mechanism is inconvenient to load and unload during use, has a low degree of automation, affects production efficiency, and increases labor costs and production time.

[0026] See also Figure 1-Figure 3The top of the hollow tube 52 is provided with a discharge cylinder 53, and the discharge cylinder 53 is connected with the hollow tube 52. A fermentation box 54 is connected to the discharge cylinder 53, and the fermentation box 54 is used to store the toon to be fermented; a driving member 6 is provided on the sealing cover 2, and the driving member 6 is connected to the top of the support rod 3 for driving the support rod 3 to rotate; a lifting unit 7 is provided on the tank body 1, and the lifting unit 7 is connected with the sealing cover 2 for driving the sealing cover 2 to rise and fall.

[0027] When it is necessary to carry out loading and unloading operations of the toon, the lifting unit 7 on the tank body 1 is started, and the lifting unit 7 starts to operate. Its piston rod extends upward, driving the sealing cover 2 to move upward together, so that the sealing cover 2 is separated from the tank body 1, thereby opening the tank body 1 and providing space for subsequent loading and unloading operations.

[0028] After the tank body 1 is opened, the staff will insert the fermentation boxes 54 containing the toon to be fermented into the discharge barrel 53 one by one. The discharge barrel 53 is set at the top of the hollow tube 52 and is connected to the hollow tube 52. The hollow tube 52 is connected to the drainage cavity 4 inside the support rod 3. After all the fermentation boxes 54 are placed, the lifting unit 7 is started again. The piston rod of the lifting unit 7 contracts downward, driving the sealing cover 2 to descend until the sealing cover 2 abuts against the tank body 1, completing the sealing of the tank body 1 and creating a relatively closed environment for toon fermentation.

[0029] The drive member 6 on the sealing cover 2 is activated and begins to operate, causing the support rod 3 to begin rotating within the tank body 1. Because the support rod 3 is equipped with multiple fermentation units 5, each of which comprises a retaining ring 51, a plurality of hollow tubes 52 arranged in an annular pattern around the retaining ring 51, a discharge barrel 53 connected to the hollow tubes 52, and a fermentation box 54 plugged into the discharge barrel 53, the rotation of the support rod 3 causes all of the fermentation units 5 to rotate together. During the fermentation process, if there is liquid in the fermentation box 54, this liquid can flow through the discharge barrel 53 into the hollow tubes 52, then into the drainage chamber 4 within the support rod 3, and ultimately out of the tank body 1 from the drainage chamber 4, thereby maintaining a stable fermentation environment within the tank.

[0030] By connecting the lifting unit 7 with the sealing cover 2, the automatic lifting of the sealing cover 2 is realized. Compared with the traditional manual opening and closing method of the tank body 1, the automatic lifting of the sealing cover 2 greatly reduces the labor intensity and improves the work efficiency. In the large-scale fermentation production of Chinese toon, frequent loading and unloading operations can be completed quickly by the automatic lifting of the sealing cover 2, saving a lot of time and labor costs. By using the fermentation box 54 in conjunction with the discharge barrel 53, combined with the operating space provided after the sealing cover 2 is opened, it is easier to take and put the Chinese toon, further improving the efficiency of loading and unloading.

[0031] The driving member 6 rotates the support rod 3, which in turn rotates all the fermentation units 5. This rotational motion continuously stirs and agitates the Chinese toon in the tank during the fermentation process, preventing uneven fermentation caused by localized accumulation of Chinese toon. Chinese toon in different locations is more fully exposed to the microorganisms and air in the fermentation environment, thereby ensuring consistent fermentation quality and improving the quality of fermented Chinese toon products.

[0032] A drainage cavity 4 is provided within support rod 3, connected to hollow tube 52, and further connected to discharge barrel 53, providing an effective channel for draining liquid from the tank. During the fermentation process, produced or added liquid can smoothly pass through discharge barrel 53 and hollow tube 52 into drainage cavity 4 and out of tank body 1, preventing liquid accumulation within the tank and maintaining a stable fermentation environment, which is conducive to the normal fermentation of Chinese toon.

[0033] The seal between the sealing cover 2 and the tank body 1 prevents external impurities from entering the tank, and also ensures that the environment inside the tank is relatively stable during the liquid discharge process.

[0034] It should be further explained that during the fermentation process of the Chinese toon, when the support rod 3 starts to rotate, all the fermentation units 5 will also rotate synchronously. The Chinese toon stored in the fermentation box 54 moves in a circular motion along with the fermentation unit 5, and centrifugal force will be generated in this process. Due to the different densities of the fermented liquid and the Chinese toon, under the action of centrifugal force, the fermented liquid with a larger density will be subjected to a larger outward force, making it easier to break away from the gaps around the Chinese toon and between the Chinese toon. This centrifugal action is like an invisible "separator", which quickly separates the fermented liquid from the Chinese toon. The fermented liquid can no longer accumulate in its original position, but is constantly "thrown" out of the Chinese toon, speeding up the separation from the Chinese toon.

[0035] At the same time, during the stirring and turning process, the relative positions of the toons change, and the fermentation liquid that was originally blocked or wrapped by the toons will be exposed. The stirring and turning also promotes the flow of the fermentation liquid in the tank, making it easier for the fermentation liquid to enter the drainage cavity 4 inside the support rod 3 along the discharge barrel 53 and the hollow tube 52, and then be discharged out of the tank body 1.

[0036] like Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, further, a ventilation unit 8 is included, which includes: a plurality of temperature sensors 81 and a humidity sensor 82 arranged inside the tank body 1; a fan 83 provided on the sealing cover 2; an exhaust valve 84 connected to the tank body 1; a filter tank 85 is provided at the air inlet of the fan 83, and a plurality of non-woven filter cottons 86 are provided inside the filter tank 85, one end of the filter tank 85 is connected to the air inlet of the fan 83, and the other end thereof is connected to the air inlet pipe; the air outlet of the fan 83 passes through the sealing cover 2 and extends into the tank body 1.

[0037] Multiple temperature sensors 81 and humidity sensors 82 monitor the temperature and humidity inside the tank in real time. The temperature sensors 81 obtain temperature information by sensing the intensity of the thermal motion of air molecules inside the tank, while the humidity sensors 82 measure humidity by being sensitive to the water vapor content in the air.

[0038] The control system analyzes and determines the received temperature and humidity data. If the temperature or humidity inside the tank is too high, exceeding the preset suitable fermentation range, the control system will issue a command to start the ventilation operation.

[0039] When ventilation is needed, the fan 83 arranged on the sealing cover 2 starts to work. The air inlet of the fan 83 is connected to the filter tank 85. The external air enters the filter tank 85 through the air inlet pipe. The multiple non-woven filter cottons 86 arranged inside the filter tank 85 filter the incoming air. The non-woven filter cotton 86 has a large specific surface area and rich fiber structure, which can effectively intercept dust, impurities, microorganisms and other harmful substances in the air, ensuring that the air entering the tank is clean.

[0040] The filtered, clean air is discharged from the air outlet of fan 83 under the action of fan 83. The air outlet extends through sealing cover 2 and into tank body 1, delivering the clean air into the tank. Simultaneously, the high-temperature, high-humidity air inside the tank is discharged out of the tank under the action of air pressure through exhaust valve 84 connected to tank body 1. This achieves air exchange within the tank, reducing the temperature and humidity inside the tank.

[0041] After the ventilation process has continued for a while, temperature sensor 81 and humidity sensor 82 continue to monitor the temperature and humidity inside the tank. If the temperature and humidity still fall below the appropriate range, ventilation continues. If they do return to the appropriate range, the control system stops fan 83 and closes exhaust valve 84, restoring a relatively stable fermentation environment inside the tank.

[0042] By monitoring the temperature and humidity in the tank in real time using temperature sensor 81 and humidity sensor 82, changes in the fermentation environment can be monitored in a timely manner. By timely ventilation based on the monitoring data, the temperature and humidity in the tank can be accurately controlled within the range suitable for toon fermentation, providing a stable environment for toon fermentation and improving fermentation quality and product quality.

[0043] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, it should be noted that, in this embodiment, the sealing cover 2 is provided with a pressure gauge 21 for monitoring the internal pressure of the tank body 1 and a one-way exhaust valve 22 for exhausting gas.

[0044] When the pressure gauge 21 shows that the pressure in the tank exceeds the set upper limit, the control system will open the one-way exhaust valve 22. The one-way exhaust valve 22 allows the gas in the tank to be discharged out of the tank in one direction to prevent the pressure in the tank from continuing to rise, thereby reducing the pressure in the tank to a safe range.

[0045] If the pressure inside the tank is too low, the control system can appropriately increase the air intake of the fan 83 and check the sealing of the tank to ensure that the fermentation process is carried out at an appropriate pressure. However, in normal fermentation operations, it is usually necessary to be more vigilant about the problem of excessive pressure, because the gas generated by fermentation can easily increase the pressure inside the tank.

[0046] The addition of pressure gauge 21 enables real-time monitoring of the internal pressure of tank 1, and together with temperature sensor 81 and humidity sensor 82, forms a comprehensive environmental monitoring system. This enables operators to fully understand the fermentation environment within the tank, promptly identify and resolve potential problems, and provide more precise environmental control for toon fermentation.

[0047] like Figure 3 As shown, in one embodiment, a plurality of electric heating rods 9 are provided inside the tank body 1 , and the electric heating rods 9 are used to perform high-temperature sterilization on the inside of the tank body 1 .

[0048] Before the fermentation process of Chinese toon begins, the interior of the tank body 1 needs to be sterilized to ensure that the fermentation process is not contaminated by bacteria. First, the sealing cover 2 is tightly abutted against the tank body 1 through the lifting unit 7, so that the tank body 1 forms a relatively closed space, creating conditions for the sterilization operation.

[0049] Start the multiple electric heating rods 9 set inside the tank body 1. After the electric heating rods 9 are energized, the resistance wire inside them will generate heat, and transfer the heat to the surrounding air and the inner wall of the tank body 1 through heat conduction. As the heating time increases, the temperature inside the tank body 1 gradually increases. When the temperature reaches the temperature range required for high-temperature sterilization, the lethal temperature of common microorganisms such as bacteria and molds is generally above 100°C. The specific sterilization temperature and time can be adjusted according to actual needs and the sterilization object. Maintain this temperature for a period of time, and use high temperature to kill the air, inner wall and various microorganisms that may exist in the tank body 1, including bacteria, molds, yeasts, etc., thereby achieving the purpose of sterilization.

[0050] After the prescribed high-temperature sterilization time is completed and the corresponding sterilization effect is achieved, the electric heating rod 9 is turned off and the tank body 1 is allowed to cool naturally to reduce the temperature inside the tank to a temperature range suitable for Chinese toon fermentation. After that, subsequent operations such as loading and unloading can be carried out according to the normal Chinese toon fermentation process.

[0051] It should be noted that in this embodiment, the fixing ring 71 and the sealing cover 2 are both covered with heat insulation plates, and the upper surfaces of the fixing ring 71 and the sealing cover 2 are made of rubber or polystyrene to prevent the electric push rod 72, the drive motor 62 and the fan 83 from overheating.

[0052] like Figure 4 As shown, in one embodiment, the hollow tube 52 in this embodiment is L-shaped, and the end of the hollow tube 52 connected to the fixed ring 51 is tilted downward, the discharge barrel 53 is cylindrical, and the top is open, and a through hole connected to the hollow tube 52 is provided at the bottom of the discharge barrel 53; the end of the hollow tube 52 connected to the fixed ring 51 passes through the fixed ring 51 and is connected to the drainage chamber 4.

[0053] The hollow tube 52 is L-shaped, so that it can achieve a flow-guiding function in a limited space. The end connected to the fixing ring 51 is tilted downward. This tilt angle is used to guide the flow of the fermentation liquid.

[0054] One end of the hollow tube 52 connected to the fixing ring 51 passes through the fixing ring 51 and communicates with the drainage cavity 4 , providing a channel for the discharge of the fermentation liquid, so that the fermentation liquid in the fermentation unit 5 can smoothly enter the drainage cavity 4 .

[0055] The discharge barrel 53 is cylindrical and has an opening at the top, which is convenient for placing the Chinese toon into the fermentation unit 5 for fermentation.

[0056] A through hole communicating with the hollow tube 52 is provided at the bottom of the discharge barrel 53, thereby ensuring that the fermentation liquid can be smoothly discharged from around the toon.

[0057] During the fermentation process of Chinese toon, fermentation liquid will continuously be produced and accumulated around the Chinese toon and at the bottom of the discharge barrel 53. Since a through hole connected to the hollow tube 52 is opened at the bottom of the discharge barrel 53, the fermentation liquid will flow into the hollow tube 52 through the through hole under the action of gravity. Subsequently, the fermentation liquid flows smoothly downward through the inclined tube wall of the hollow tube 52, and finally enters the drainage chamber 4 through one end connected to the fixing ring 51.

[0058] like Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, further, the fermentation box 54 in this embodiment includes: a barrel 541 inserted into the discharge barrel 53, the barrel 541 is cylindrical, and both the upper and lower ends are open, a metal perforated mesh plate 542 is arranged at the bottom of the barrel 541, and the metal perforated mesh plate 542 is used to place toon; a cover plate 543 is hingedly arranged above the barrel 541, and a plurality of air holes 544 distributed in a ring are opened on the cover plate 543; and a handle 545 is arranged outside the barrel 541.

[0059] The barrel 541 is cylindrical and has openings at both ends, and can be conveniently inserted into the discharge barrel 53, providing a relatively independent and detachable space for the fermentation of Chinese toon.

[0060] The metal perforated mesh plate 542 is used to support the Chinese toon. The perforated design allows the fermentation liquid to smoothly fall through the mesh holes to the bottom of the discharge barrel 53, and then be discharged through the hollow tube 52. The Chinese toon is stably placed above the mesh plate, ensuring the separation of the Chinese toon and the fermentation liquid during the fermentation process, which is conducive to the normal fermentation of the Chinese toon.

[0061] The cover plate 543 is hingedly arranged above the barrel 541 so that the cover plate can be flexibly opened and closed, making it convenient for operators to place or take out Chinese toon into the barrel.

[0062] The cover plate is provided with a plurality of air holes 544 distributed in a ring shape, which allow air to enter the barrel to provide the necessary oxygen for the fermentation of the Chinese toon, and also discharge the gas generated during the fermentation process to maintain a suitable fermentation environment in the barrel.

[0063] The handle 545 is arranged outside the barrel 541, providing a convenient point of force for the operator, making it easy to insert or remove the fermentation box 54 from the discharge barrel 53, thereby improving the convenience and efficiency of the operation.

[0064] The operator takes the fermentation box 54 out of the discharge barrel 53 by using the handle 545, opens the cover 543, and places the Chinese toon to be fermented on the metal perforated mesh plate 542. After placement is completed, the operator closes the cover 543 and then inserts the fermentation box 54 back into the discharge barrel 53 by using the handle 545.

[0065] During the fermentation process, outside air enters the barrel 541 through the air holes 544 on the cover plate 543, providing oxygen for the microorganisms required for fermentation. At the same time, the gas generated during the fermentation process is also discharged from the barrel through the air holes, maintaining the balance of gas components in the barrel and creating a good gas environment for fermentation.

[0066] The fermentation liquid produced by the fermentation of toon will fall to the bottom of the discharge barrel 53 through the mesh holes of the metal perforated mesh plate 542, and then flow into the hollow tube 52 through the through hole at the bottom of the discharge barrel 53, and finally be discharged from the tank body 1, thereby achieving effective separation of the fermentation liquid and toon.

[0067] The detachable design of the fermentation box 54 allows the operator to easily put in or take out the Chinese toon, and also facilitates the cleaning and maintenance of the fermentation box, which greatly improves the convenience and efficiency of the fermentation operation and reduces labor intensity.

[0068] like Figure 4 As shown, it should be noted that a support ring 531 is provided inside the discharge barrel 53 , and the barrel 541 abuts against the support ring 531 .

[0069] The support ring 531 plays a positioning and supporting role. The support ring provides a stable supporting force for the barrel 541, so that the barrel 541 can withstand the weight of the toon and the centrifugal force generated by the rotation of the support rod 3 during the fermentation process, thereby ensuring the stability of the toon fermentation environment.

[0070] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, in one embodiment, the driving member 6 includes a reducer 61 and a driving motor 62 arranged above the sealing cover 2, the output shaft of the driving motor 62 is connected to the input shaft of the reducer 61, and the output shaft of the reducer 61 is connected to the top of the support rod 3.

[0071] When the driving motor 62 is started, its output shaft begins to rotate, generating power, and transmitting it to the inside of the reducer 61. The reducer 61 converts the high-speed, low-torque power of the driving motor 62 into low-speed, high-torque power through the internal gear transmission mechanism, and then transmits it to the support rod 3 through the output shaft of the reducer 61. The support rod 3 begins to rotate after receiving the power transmitted by the reducer 61. Since the support rod 3 is connected to the fermentation unit 5, the movement of the support rod will drive these components to move together, realizing the rotation of the fermentation unit 5, so as to promote the uniform fermentation of toon during the fermentation process.

[0072] like Figure 1 and Figure 3As shown, in one embodiment, the lifting unit 7 includes a fixing ring 71 provided on the tank body 1, and two sets of electric push rods 72 provided on the fixing ring 71. The piston rods of the electric push rods 72 are connected to the bottom of the sealing cover 2. A groove is provided in the middle of the bottom of the sealing cover 2 to match the top of the tank body 1. Through the groove, the tank body 1 and the sealing cover 2 can be plugged together to improve the sealing performance. The fixing ring 71 is arranged on the tank body 1, providing a stable installation base for the electric push rod 72. The two sets of electric push rods 72 are relatively arranged on the fixing ring 71, which can ensure that the sealing cover 2 is evenly stressed during the lifting process, ensuring the smooth lifting action.

[0073] When it is necessary to open the tank body 1 for operations such as discharging, taking out materials or cleaning, the piston rod of the electric push rod 72 begins to extend. Since the top of the piston rod is connected to the bottom of the sealing cover 2, the extension of the piston rod will drive the sealing cover 2 to move upward. As the piston rod continues to contract, the sealing cover 2 gradually moves away from the top of the tank body 1, and finally the tank body 1 is completely opened, providing convenience for subsequent operations.

[0074] When the operation of discharging, taking out or cleaning is completed and the tank body 1 needs to be sealed for fermentation, the piston rod of the electric push rod 72 begins to retract, and the retraction of the piston rod drives the sealing cover 2 to move downward, and the top of the tank body 1 gradually inserts into the groove at the bottom of the sealing cover 2. As the piston rod continues to extend, the sealing cover 2 fits tightly with the tank body 1, achieving the sealing of the tank body and preparing for the fermentation of the Chinese toon.

[0075] The sealing cover 2 is plugged into the tank body 1, greatly improving the sealing between the tank body 1 and the sealing cover 2. When the sealing cover 2 is lowered and closed on the tank body 1, the top of the tank body 1 is inserted into the groove at the bottom of the sealing cover 2, reducing the gap between the tank body and the sealing cover, effectively preventing the leakage of gas, liquid, etc. during the fermentation process, and also preventing external impurities from entering the tank body, creating a relatively closed and stable environment for Chinese toon fermentation.

[0076] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, in this embodiment, a liquid collection box 10 is further provided at the lower end of the support rod 3 , the liquid collection box 10 is communicated with the liquid drainage cavity 4 , and a liquid drainage valve 101 is provided at the bottom of the liquid collection box 10 .

[0077] During the fermentation process of Toona sinensis, the liquid produced by the fermentation will first flow into the drainage cavity 4, and then flow into the liquid collection box 10 from the drainage cavity 4 under the action of gravity. The liquid collection box 10 plays the role of temporarily collecting and storing the liquid.

[0078] After a single fermentation is completed, the operator opens the drain valve 101 , and the liquid in the liquid collection box 10 is discharged out of the tank body 1 through the drain valve 101 under the action of gravity and is collected in a corresponding collection container.

[0079] After the liquid is drained, the drain valve 101 is closed and the liquid collection box 10 continues to wait for the next liquid collection.

[0080] like Figure 7 As shown, it should be noted that the tank body 1 in this embodiment is provided with a controller having a corresponding control system. The controller can comprehensively process the data collected by the temperature sensor 81 and the humidity sensor 82, and accurately control the fan 83, the electric push rod 72, the drive motor 62 and the electric heating rod 9 according to preset parameters, thereby creating and maintaining a stable and suitable environmental condition for the fermentation of toon sinensis.

[0081] In this embodiment, the controller and its supporting control system set on the tank body 1 comprehensively receive and analyze the data from the temperature sensor 81 and the humidity sensor 82, and accurately adjust the fan 83, the electric push rod 72, the drive motor 62 and the electric heating rod 9 according to the preset parameters, aiming to create and continuously maintain a stable and suitable environmental condition for the fermentation of Chinese toon.

[0082] The temperature sensor 81 and the humidity sensor 82 constantly monitor the temperature and humidity changes inside the tank body 1 and convert these physical information into electrical signals and transmit them to the controller.

[0083] After receiving the sensor data, the controller will quickly compare it with the internal preset temperature and humidity ranges.

[0084] Specifically, the preset fermentation temperature range is between [T1, T2], and the humidity range is between [H1, H2]. Through this comparison, the controller can accurately determine whether the environmental conditions inside the tank meet the fermentation requirements.

[0085] When the controller detects that the temperature or humidity inside the tank 1 exceeds a preset range, it immediately issues a command to activate the fan 83. If the temperature is too high, the fan 83 will accelerate the circulation of air inside and outside the tank 1, using air convection to remove excess heat and thus reduce the temperature inside the tank. If the humidity is too high, the fan 83 can promote the evaporation and discharge of water, thereby reducing the humidity inside the tank.

[0086] While fan 83 is running, the controller dynamically adjusts the fan speed based on real-time temperature and humidity changes. If the temperature or humidity drops slowly, the controller will increase the fan speed to enhance ventilation. Conversely, if the temperature or humidity approaches or reaches a preset range, the controller will reduce or stop the fan speed to prevent excessive ventilation from adversely affecting the fermentation environment.

[0087] According to the requirements of the fermentation process, when the tank body 1 needs to be opened for discharge at the beginning of fermentation, the controller issues a command to extend the piston rod of the electric push rod, driving the sealing cover 2 to rise, thereby opening the tank body 1. During the fermentation process, if stirring or flipping operations are required, the controller will also coordinate the actions of the electric push rod and the drive motor 62, first adjusting the position of the sealing cover 2 and related components through the electric push rod to prepare for the subsequent stirring or flipping operations.

[0088] When stirring or flipping the fermentation unit 5 is required, the controller controls the drive motor 62 to start. The power generated by the drive motor is regulated by the reducer 61 and then transmitted to the support rod 3, driving the fermentation unit to perform corresponding movements to promote uniform fermentation of the toon during the fermentation process.

[0089] When the controller detects that the temperature inside the tank body 1 is lower than the preset range, it will control the electric heating rod 9 to turn on. After the electric heating rod is energized, it will generate heat to heat the air and fermentation materials in the tank body, so that the temperature gradually rises to a suitable fermentation temperature.

[0090] By enabling real-time monitoring and precise control of environmental parameters such as temperature and humidity, the controller creates a stable and suitable microenvironment for Chinese toon fermentation. This precise control helps improve fermentation efficiency, ensuring that Chinese toon ferments under optimal environmental conditions, thereby enhancing the quality of the fermented product and reducing problems such as poor fermentation or unstable product quality caused by environmental fluctuations.

[0091] In the description of this application, it should be noted that the terms "upper" and "lower" and the like indicate orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this application and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on this application. Unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", and "connected" 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, or it can be internal communication between two elements. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in this application can be understood according to the specific circumstances.

[0092] It should be noted that, in this application, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "comprises", "includes" or any other variants thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, so that a process, method, article or device comprising a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article or device. In the absence of further restrictions, an element defined by the sentence "comprises a ..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article or device comprising the element.

[0093] The foregoing is merely a list of specific embodiments of the present application, intended to enable those skilled in the art to understand or implement the present application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present application. Therefore, the present application is not limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is intended to conform to the broadest scope consistent with the principles and novel features of the present application.

Claims

1. An automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis, characterized in that: include: A tank body (1) with a sealing cover (2) abutting against it; A support rod (3) is rotatably provided inside the tank body (1), a drainage cavity (4) is provided inside the support rod (3), and a plurality of fermentation units (5) are provided on the support rod (3); The fermentation unit (5) comprises a fixed ring (51) arranged on a support rod (3), a plurality of hollow tubes (52) are arranged in a ring on the fixed ring (51), the hollow tubes (52) are communicated with the drainage cavity (4), a discharge barrel (53) is provided at the top end of the hollow tube (52), the discharge barrel (53) is communicated with the hollow tube (52), a fermentation box (54) is plugged into the discharge barrel (53), and the fermentation box (54) is used to store the Chinese toon to be fermented; A driving member (6) is provided on the sealing cover (2), and the driving member (6) is connected to the top end of the support rod (3) for driving the support rod (3) to rotate; A lifting unit (7) is provided on the tank body (1), and the lifting unit (7) is connected to the sealing cover (2) and is used to drive the sealing cover (2) to rise and fall.

2. The automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis according to claim 1, characterized in that: Also included is a ventilation unit (8) comprising: A plurality of temperature sensors (81) and humidity sensors (82) arranged inside the tank (1); A fan (83) provided on the sealing cover (2); an exhaust valve (84) in communication with the tank body (1); A filter tank (85) is provided at the air inlet of the fan (83), and a plurality of non-woven filter cottons (86) are provided inside the filter tank (85). One end of the filter tank (85) is connected to the air inlet of the fan (83), and the other end thereof is connected to the air inlet pipe; The air outlet of the fan (83) passes through the sealing cover (2) and extends into the tank body (1).

3. The automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sealing cover (2) is provided with a pressure gauge (21) for monitoring the internal pressure of the tank body (1), and a one-way exhaust valve (22) for exhausting the gas.

4. The automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis according to claim 1, characterized in that: A plurality of electric heating rods (9) are provided inside the tank body (1), and the electric heating rods (9) are used to perform high-temperature sterilization on the inside of the tank body (1).

5. The automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis according to claim 1, characterized in that: The hollow tube (52) is L-shaped, and one end of the hollow tube (52) communicating with the fixing ring (51) is tilted downward. The discharge barrel (53) is cylindrical, and its upper portion is open. A through hole communicating with the hollow tube (52) is provided at the bottom of the discharge barrel (53); One end of the hollow tube (52) connected to the fixing ring (51) passes through the fixing ring (51) and is in communication with the drainage cavity (4).

6. The automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fermentation box (54) includes: The material barrel (541) is inserted into the discharge barrel (53), and the material barrel (541) is cylindrical, with both upper and lower ends being open. A metal perforated mesh plate (542) is provided at the bottom of the barrel (541), and the toon is placed above the metal perforated mesh plate (542); A cover plate (543) is hingedly arranged above the barrel (541), and a plurality of air holes (544) distributed in an annular pattern are formed on the cover plate (543); A handle (545) is provided outside the barrel (541).

7. The automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis according to claim 6, characterized in that: A support ring (531) is provided inside the discharge barrel (53), and the barrel (541) abuts against the support ring (531).

8. The automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving member (6) comprises a reducer (61) and a driving motor (62) arranged above the sealing cover (2); the output shaft of the driving motor (62) is connected to the input shaft of the reducer (61); and the output shaft of the reducer (61) is connected to the top end of the support rod (3).

9. The automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lifting unit (7) comprises a fixing ring (71) arranged on the tank body (1), and two sets of electric push rods (72) arranged on the fixing ring (71) relative to each other, wherein the top ends of the piston rods of the electric push rods (72) are connected to the bottom of the sealing cover (2).

10. The automated fermentation tank for processing Toona sinensis according to claim 1, characterized in that: A liquid collection box (10) is further provided at the lower end of the support rod (3), the liquid collection box (10) is in communication with the liquid drainage chamber (4), and a liquid drainage valve (101) is provided at the bottom of the liquid collection box (10).

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