High-quality green tea high-quality processing equipment

By designing a cooling mechanism and a turning mechanism, the problem of insufficient exchange of positions between the surface and bottom layers of tea leaves during the cooling process was solved, achieving consistency in tea cooling and improving quality. This ensured uniform cooling progress and reduced physical damage and the impact of impurities.

CN120836624APending Publication Date: 2025-10-28ZHEJIANG TEAWORLD FOOD CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202511280473.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Applications(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-09-09
Publication Date
2025-10-28

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Technical Problem

In existing technologies, the exchange of positions between the surface and bottom layers of tea leaves is insufficient during the cooling process, resulting in inconsistent cooling and affecting the quality of the tea.

Method used

A high-quality processing device was designed, comprising a cooling mechanism, a flipping mechanism, a storage component, a netting component, a collection component, and an output component. The flipping mechanism enables the entire tea leaves to be flipped, ensuring that the bottom and top layers of tea leaves are interchanged. The ventilation volume is adjusted using bamboo and rattan materials. The collection component collects residues, and the output component discharges tea leaves and residues.

Benefits of technology

This achieves consistent cooling of tea leaves, prevents scorching of the surface and over-fermentation of the bottom layer, improves the integrity and quality of the tea leaves, and reduces the impact of impurities and broken leaves.

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Abstract

The invention relates to high-quality green tea high-quality processing equipment which comprises a spreading and cooling mechanism arranged on a rack and used for spreading and cooling tea leaves; the overturning mechanism is arranged on one side of the spreading and cooling mechanism and is used for integrally overturning the tea leaves; the turnover mechanism comprises a storage assembly which is arranged on the rack and is used for integrally storing the tea leaves, a net binding assembly which is arranged on the storage assembly and is used for fixing the overall shape of the tea leaves, and a rotating assembly which is arranged on the storage assembly and is used for driving the storage assembly to turn over; the collecting assembly is arranged in the storage assembly and is used for collecting residues; the spreading and cooling mechanism is arranged to be matched with the overturning mechanism, so that the function of integrally, uniformly and quickly overturning tea leaves is achieved, and the problem that full exchange of the positions of the tea leaves on the surface layer and the bottom layer cannot be guaranteed by manual overturning, mechanical stirring and fall, and then the overall cooling consistency is affected is solved.
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Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of tea leaf cooling technology, and more particularly to a high-quality green tea processing device. Background Technology

[0002] In tea processing plants, cooling refers to the crucial process of spreading tea leaves evenly and thinly on specific equipment or locations after fixation or rolling, allowing them to cool down quickly and dissipate moisture and grassy odor. During the cooling process, the tea leaves need to be turned over. Turning over the cooled tea leaves is a task that requires precise operation and rich experience. Its core objective is to promote even heat dissipation and moisture dissipation while minimizing physical damage to the tea leaves during turning.

[0003] Chinese patent CN219270046U discloses a cooling platform for tea production, relating to the field of tea technology. This utility model includes a support mechanism, a collecting mechanism snapped onto the inner wall of the front end face of the support mechanism, a traction mechanism fixedly connected to the upper surface of the support mechanism, a bearing mechanism fixedly connected to the upper surface of the support mechanism, sealing mechanisms slidably connected to both sides of the inner wall of the front end face of the bearing mechanism, a cooling mechanism fixedly connected to the inner wall of the bearing mechanism, a vibration mechanism fixedly connected to the upper surface of the cooling mechanism, and a rotating mechanism fixedly connected to the rear end face of the bearing mechanism.

[0004] Existing technologies, whether manual turning, mechanical stirring, or using drop differences, cannot guarantee sufficient exchange of positions between the surface and bottom layers of tea leaves, thus affecting the overall consistency of cooling and resulting in inconsistent overall tea quality. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing a high-quality green tea processing device. This device achieves the function of quickly and uniformly turning the tea leaves by combining a cooling mechanism with a turning mechanism. This solves the problem that manual turning, mechanical turning, and using drop differences cannot guarantee sufficient exchange of positions between the surface and bottom layers of tea leaves, thus affecting the overall consistency of cooling.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a high-quality green tea processing device, comprising: A cooling mechanism, which is mounted on a frame and used to spread tea leaves for cooling; A flipping mechanism is provided on one side of the cooling mechanism and is used to flip the tea leaves as a whole. The flipping mechanism includes a storage component mounted on a frame for holding the tea leaves as a whole, a net binding component mounted on the storage component for fixing the overall shape of the tea leaves, a rotating component mounted on the storage component for driving the storage component to flip, a collection component mounted inside the storage component for collecting residue, and an output component mounted inside the storage component for discharging the tea leaves and residue.

[0007] Furthermore, the cooling mechanism includes a first receiving component mounted on the frame for adjusting the ventilation volume, a second receiving component mounted on one side of the first receiving component for working with the first receiving component to weave a mesh for cooling, and a cleaning component mounted on the frame for cleaning the first and second receiving components.

[0008] Furthermore, the first receiving component includes two sets of drive shafts connected to the frame, a first motor connected to the frame and whose output end is connected to one side of the drive shaft, multiple sets of drive wheels connected to the drive shaft and having positioning grooves, bamboo and rattan belts wound around the corresponding two sets of drive wheels, a telescopic frame connected to a slide groove on the frame, multiple sets of positioning blocks connected to the rotating shaft of the telescopic frame and connected to the positioning groove, a cooperating rod connected to the two sets of telescopic frames, a second motor connected to the frame, two sets of first racks connected to the frame and connected to the telescopic frame, and a first gear connected to the output end of the second motor and meshing with the two sets of first racks.

[0009] Furthermore, the second receiving component includes a first drive cylinder mounted on the frame, a U-shaped frame connected to the output end of the first drive cylinder, and multiple sets of bamboo and rattan strips connected to the U-shaped frame via a first telescopic member.

[0010] Furthermore, the cleaning assembly includes a collection box connected to the frame, a first cleaning roller connected to the collection box, a first belt drive member with its two ends respectively connected to the first cleaning roller and the output end of the first motor, a second cleaning roller connected to the frame and located above the second receiving assembly, a rotating rod connected to the frame, a second belt drive member with its two ends respectively connected to the rotating rod and the second cleaning roller, a second gear connected to the rotating rod, and a second rack connected to the U-shaped frame and meshing with the second gear.

[0011] Furthermore, the storage assembly includes a guide rail on the frame, a drive seat connected within the guide rail, a second drive cylinder connected to the drive seat, a first mounting seat connected to the output end of the second drive cylinder, a first bearing shaft connected to the first mounting seat, a base plate connected to the end of the first bearing shaft, a mounting bracket connected to the output end of the second drive cylinder, a third drive cylinder connected to the mounting bracket, a second mounting seat connected to the output end of the third drive cylinder via a second telescopic member, a second bearing shaft connected to the second mounting seat, and a cover plate connected to the end of the second bearing shaft and provided with a clearance groove.

[0012] Furthermore, the net binding assembly includes a net frame extending through the cover plate, multiple sets of plugs connected to the ends of the net frame via a third telescopic member, multiple sets of intertwined fixing ropes connected to the plugs, a pressure rod disposed on the output end of the third drive cylinder for squeezing the net frame to fix the tea leaves, and a triangular block connected to the frame via a first bracket.

[0013] Furthermore, the rotating assembly includes sector gears connected to the first bearing shaft and the second bearing shaft respectively, two sets of tilting racks connected to the frame via the first bracket and the second bracket respectively, and an output rack connected to the first bracket.

[0014] Furthermore, the collection assembly includes a filter layer, a slag collection layer, and a vibration layer sequentially formed on the base plate; a third motor connected to the base plate via a motor mount; multiple sets of transmission rods penetrating the vibration layer; two sets of meshing gears respectively connected to the output end of the third motor and adjacent transmission rods and meshing with each other; sprocket and chain transmission components connected to the multiple sets of transmission rods; multiple sets of striking parts connected to the transmission rods; a limiting seat connected to the motor mount; a follower rack connected to the limiting seat and with springs connected to both sides; a grid plate connected to the follower rack and located within the filter layer; and a half gear connected to the output end of the third motor. The grid plate is used to close the filter layer.

[0015] Furthermore, the output assembly includes a door panel connected to one side of the cover plate via a round rod, a third gear connected to the round rod, two sets of third racks connected to the frame and meshing with the third gear, a side groove on the bottom plate, a reciprocating screw connected to the side groove, a plug-in part connected to the reciprocating screw, a slag discharge plate connected to the slag collection layer and connected to the plug-in part via a fourth telescopic member, a push plate connected to the cover plate and connected to the receiving part, and a ratchet connected to the end of the reciprocating screw and meshing with the half gear.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows: (1) By setting a flipping mechanism, the present invention controls and flips the tea leaves when they need to be turned, so that the bottom and top layers of tea leaves can be fully interchanged in position, thereby controlling the overall cooling progress, ensuring the consistency of cooling effect, and preventing technical problems such as burnt edges and tips on the surface and over-fermentation of the bottom layer.

[0017] (2) By setting up a net binding component, the present invention fixes the tea leaves as a whole before flipping, so that the overall shape remains consistent during the flipping process, thereby fully changing the position of the surface and bottom layers, while preventing the tea leaves from gathering to one side during flipping and affecting the work progress. In addition, the flexible pressure of the third telescopic component can adapt to areas of different heights and different thicknesses of the tea leaves without damaging their shape.

[0018] (3) By setting up a collection component, the present invention collects the residue and broken leaves by vibration before turning. On the surface of the tea leaves after initial dehydration, some impurities and broken leaves are separated from the tea leaves due to reduced adhesion. After being collected by the collection component, it is beneficial to further improve the overall quality.

[0019] (4) By setting up a cooling mechanism, the present invention utilizes a cooling platform woven from bamboo and rattan, which not only facilitates adjusting the gaps to change the ventilation volume to adapt to tea leaves at different cooling heights, but also uses bamboo and rattan instead of traditional conveyor belts to improve the breathability during the cooling process and reduce the pollution of tea aroma by odors.

[0020] In summary, the present invention has the advantages of high tea leaf integrity and uniform cooling process. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 It is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention; Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the cleaning component of the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the second receiving component of the present invention; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the first receiving component of the present invention; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the storage component of the present invention; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the net binding component of the present invention; Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the fixing rope of the present invention; Figure 8 for Figure 1 An enlarged structural diagram of part A; Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the output component of the present invention; Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the components used in this invention; Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the half-gear of the present invention; Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the operation of the output component of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0023] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "center," "longitudinal," "lateral," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," and "counterclockwise," etc., indicating orientations or positional relationships based on the orientations or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, are only for the convenience of describing the invention and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of the invention. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined with "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. In the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means two or more, unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0024] Example 1 like Figures 1 to 6 and Figures 9 to 12 As shown, this embodiment provides a high-quality green tea processing device, including: Cooling mechanism 1, which is mounted on frame 100 and used to spread tea leaves for cooling; A flipping mechanism 2 is disposed on one side of the cooling mechanism 1 and is used to flip the tea leaves as a whole. The flipping mechanism 2 includes a storage component 21 mounted on the frame 100 for holding the tea leaves as a whole, a net binding component 22 mounted on the storage component 21 for fixing the overall shape of the tea leaves, a rotating component 23 mounted on the storage component 21 for driving the storage component 21 to flip, a collection component 24 mounted inside the storage component 21 for collecting residue, and an output component 25 mounted inside the storage component 21 for discharging the tea leaves and residue.

[0025] In this embodiment, by setting a flipping mechanism 2, the entire tea leaves are controlled and flipped when they need to be turned, so that the bottom and top layers of tea leaves can be fully interchanged in position, thereby controlling the overall cooling progress, ensuring the consistency of cooling effect, and preventing technical problems such as scorched edges and tips on the surface and over-fermentation of the bottom layer.

[0026] In detail, after the tea leaves are processed, they are placed on the cooling mechanism 1, and workers adjust their overall shape to keep the cooling thickness within the specified thickness range for the corresponding type of tea. During the cooling process, the tea leaves are cooled from the bottom by blowing air through a fan. In the middle, the tea leaves are turned over by the flipping mechanism 2 in conjunction with the cooling mechanism 1 to promote a more even cooling process between the bottom and the surface. Finally, the tea leaves are output when the cooling process is completed.

[0027] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 As shown, the cooling mechanism 1 includes a first receiving component 11 mounted on the frame 100 for adjusting the ventilation volume, a second receiving component 12 mounted on one side of the first receiving component 11 for cooperating with the first receiving component 11 to weave into a mesh for cooling, and a cleaning component 13 mounted on the frame 100 for cleaning the first receiving component 11 and the second receiving component 12.

[0028] In this embodiment, by setting up a cooling mechanism 1, the cooling platform woven from bamboo and rattan not only makes it easy to adjust the gaps to change the ventilation volume to adapt to tea leaves at different cooling heights, but also uses bamboo and rattan instead of traditional conveyor belts to improve the breathability during the cooling process and reduce the contamination of the tea aroma by odors.

[0029] In detail, before the cooling work begins, the first receiving component 11 and the second receiving component 12 are woven together to form a cooling platform. The tea leaves are laid on the cooling platform. When the tea leaves are turned over in the turning mechanism 2, the cleaning component 13 also completes the cleaning work of the first receiving component 11 and the second receiving component 12.

[0030] Furthermore, such as Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the first receiving component 11 includes two sets of drive shafts 111 connected to the frame 100, a first motor 112 connected to the frame 100 with its output end connected to one side of the drive shaft 111, multiple sets of drive wheels 113 connected to the drive shaft 111 with positioning grooves 110, bamboo and rattan straps 114 wound around the corresponding two sets of drive wheels 113, a telescopic frame 116 connected to the slide groove 115 on the frame 100, multiple sets of positioning blocks 117 connected to the rotating shaft of the telescopic frame 116 and connected to the positioning grooves 110, a cooperating rod 118 connected to the two sets of telescopic frames 116, a second motor 119 connected to the frame 100, two sets of first racks 1110 connected to the frame 100 and connected to the telescopic frame 116, and a first gear 1111 connected to the output end of the second motor 119 and meshing with the two sets of first racks 1110.

[0031] In this embodiment, by setting multiple sets of transmission wheels 113 and bamboo rattan belts 114 connected to the telescopic frame 116, the gaps between the bamboo rattan belts 114 can be freely changed, which facilitates the adjustment of ventilation volume and their combined use for tea output. In addition, adjusting the width also facilitates the cleaning of the bamboo rattan belts 114, avoiding the time-consuming and laborious situation of broken leaves remaining in the gaps when the traditional mesh belt is cooled.

[0032] In detail, the first receiving component 11 can adjust the ventilation volume according to the type of tea and the thickness of the cooling. The process firstly, the second motor 119 drives the first gear 1111 to rotate, and the first gear 1111 then drives the two sets of first racks 1110 to move. Then, the telescopic frame 116 connected to the first racks 1110 drives multiple positioning blocks 117 to move through the rotating shaft. Then, in conjunction with the coordinating rod 118, the transmission wheels 113 at both ends synchronously drive the bamboo rattan belt 114 to move, thereby completing the adjustment of the hole.

[0033] Furthermore, such as Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the second receiving component 12 includes a first drive cylinder 121 mounted on the frame 100, a U-shaped frame 122 connected to the output end of the first drive cylinder 121, and multiple sets of bamboo and rattan strips 124 connected to the U-shaped frame 122 via a first telescopic member 123.

[0034] In this embodiment, by setting a second receiving component 12, firstly, it cooperates with the first receiving component 11 to form a cooling platform, and secondly, it facilitates the separation of the tea leaves from the platform without affecting the overall shape when flipping them.

[0035] In detail, multiple sets of bamboo rattan strips 124 cover the bamboo rattan belt 114, interlacing to form pores, which facilitates the holding of tea leaves. When the intervals of the bamboo rattan belt 114 are adjusted, the pores also change accordingly.

[0036] Furthermore, such as Figures 1 to 4 As shown, the cleaning assembly 13 includes a collection box 131 connected to the frame 100, a first cleaning roller 132 connected to the collection box 131, a first belt drive 133 with its two ends connected to the first cleaning roller 132 and the output end of the first motor 112 respectively, a second cleaning roller 134 connected to the frame 100 and located above the second receiving assembly 12, a rotating rod 135 connected to the frame 100, a second belt drive 136 with its two ends connected to the rotating rod 135 and the second cleaning roller 134 respectively, a second gear 137 connected to the rotating rod 135, and a second rack 138 connected to the U-shaped frame 122 and meshing with the second gear 137.

[0037] In this embodiment, by setting the cleaning component 13 to clean the device during the flipping process, it is beneficial to improve the overall quality of the tea and reduce impurities.

[0038] In detail, during the operation of the flipping mechanism 2, the second receiving component 12 is first withdrawn, and during the withdrawal process, the second rack 138 connected to the U-shaped frame 122 meshes with the second gear 137 for transmission. Then, the second cleaning roller 134 is driven to rotate through the rotating rod 135 and the second belt drive component 136 to clean the debris adhering to the bamboo rattan strip 124. When the tea leaves are separated from the cooling platform for flipping, the first motor 112 starts and drives the bamboo rattan belt 114 to rotate through the transmission shaft 111, and drives the first cleaning roller 132 to rotate through the first belt drive component 133 to clean the bamboo rattan belt 114.

[0039] It should be noted that a corresponding collection device is provided below the second cleaning roller 134.

[0040] Furthermore, such as Figures 1 to 2 and Figures 5 and 6 As shown, the storage assembly 21 includes a guide rail 211 on the frame 100, a drive seat 212 connected in the guide rail 211, a second drive cylinder 213 connected to the drive seat 212, a first mounting seat 214 connected to the output end of the second drive cylinder 213, a first bearing shaft 215 connected to the first mounting seat 214, a base plate 216 connected to the end of the first bearing shaft 215, a mounting bracket 217 connected to the output end of the second drive cylinder 213, a third drive cylinder 218 connected to the mounting bracket 217, a second mounting seat 2110 connected to the output end of the third drive cylinder 218 via a second telescopic member 219, a second bearing shaft 2111 connected to the second mounting seat 2110, and a cover plate 2112 connected to the end of the second bearing shaft 2111 and provided with a clearance groove 210.

[0041] In this embodiment, by setting up the storage component 21, the tea leaves are stored as a whole and then turned over, which makes the turning efficiency higher and makes it less likely that there will be differences in fermentation before and after turning over, resulting in defective products.

[0042] In detail, after the tea leaves have cooled for a certain period of time, the flipping process begins, swapping the positions of the surface and bottom layers. First, the second drive cylinder 213 moves the base plate 216 and cover plate 2112 of the storage assembly 21 forward. During this process, the base plate 216 lifts the bamboo strip 124 via its end bevel, causing the first telescopic component 123 to retract. Then, the third drive cylinder 218 activates, driving the cover plate 2112 downwards through its output end, thus storing the entire tea leaf inside the cover plate 2112. Simultaneously, the bamboo... The rattan strip 124 is inserted into the clearance groove 210 of the cover plate 2112. The first mounting base 214 and the first bearing shaft 215 are respectively assembled with the second mounting base 2110 and the second bearing shaft 2111. Then, the first drive cylinder 121 drives the U-shaped frame 122 and the rattan strip 124 to move backward and be pulled out from the cover plate 2112. Under the drive of the first telescopic member 123, the rattan strip 124 is reset. At this time, the tea leaves are separated from the cooling platform and begin to move upward along the guide rail 211 with the drive base 212 to prepare for flipping.

[0043] It should be noted that the first bearing shaft 215 is provided with a notch to avoid the bamboo rattan strip 124, and a fan can also be provided on the cover plate 2112 to drive the airflow inside the cover plate 2112 through the honeycomb holes, thereby reducing the accumulation of internal heat during the flipping process.

[0044] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 and Figures 5 to 8 As shown, the net binding assembly 22 includes a net frame 221 that runs through the cover plate 2112, multiple sets of hole plugs 223 connected to the ends of the net frame 221 via a third telescopic member 222, multiple sets of intertwined fixing ropes 224 connected to the hole plugs 223, a pressure rod 225 set on the output end of the third drive cylinder 218 for squeezing the net frame 221 to fix the tea leaves, and a triangular block 227 connected to the frame 100 via a first bracket 226.

[0045] In this embodiment, by setting the net binding component 22, the tea leaves are fixed before flipping, so that the overall shape remains consistent during the flipping process. This allows for a full exchange of the positions of the surface and bottom layers, while preventing the tea leaves from gathering to one side during flipping and affecting the work progress. In addition, the flexible pressure applied by the third telescopic component 222 can adapt to areas of different heights and different thicknesses of the tea leaves without damaging their shape.

[0046] In detail, during the process of preparing for the overall rise of the tea leaves to be flipped, the collecting component 24 first works, collecting the residue through vibration and evenly dispersing the tea leaves inside the cover plate 2112. Then, the third drive cylinder 218 drives the pressure rod 225 through its output end to squeeze the mesh frame 221, causing the multiple plugs 223 on the mesh frame 221 to move the fixing rope 224 downward to fix the tea leaves. At this time, the second telescopic component 219 retracts to maintain the spliced ​​state of the first mounting base 214 and the second mounting base 2110. Subsequently, the third drive cylinder 218 returns to the squeezing position. Before the pressure frame 221 is pressed, the friction between the frame 221 and the cover plate 2112 allows the frame 221 to withstand the weight of the tea leaves during the turning process without moving. In addition, the third telescopic member 222 between the plug 223 and the frame 221 has a small elastic potential energy, which automatically adapts to the overall shape of the tea leaves while ensuring the fixing effect, reducing damage to the tea leaves. Then, under the action of the rotating component 23, the tea leaves are turned 180° during the lateral movement. Subsequently, the frame 221 is reset under the pressure of the triangular block 227, and the tea leaves are kept on the cover plate 2112.

[0047] It should be noted that the overall bottom area of ​​the cooled tea leaves is slightly smaller than that of the cover plate 2112, allowing the cover plate 2112 to collect the tea leaves without contact. In addition, there is a certain gap between the two, so that the tea leaves can move slightly and disperse the residue when the residue is collected by vibration, and it is ensured that they will not be damaged by violent impact. The cover plate 2112 is provided with a small storage groove. After the plug 223 is reset, the fixing rope 224 is stored in the storage groove, avoiding the output component 25.

[0048] Furthermore, such as Figure 1 and Figures 5 and 6 as well as Figure 8 As shown, the rotating assembly 23 includes a sector gear 231 connected to the first bearing shaft 215 and the second bearing shaft 2111 respectively, two sets of flip racks 233 connected to the frame 100 via the first bracket 226 and the second bracket 232 respectively, and an output rack 234 connected to the first bracket 226.

[0049] It is worth mentioning that by setting the rotating component 23, the overall direction of the tea leaves can be adjusted. Firstly, the tea leaves can be moved to switch positions. Secondly, during output, the whole tea leaves are tilted at a certain angle. The tilting is used to overcome a certain amount of friction, so that the tea leaves will not pile up when pushed from one end during output.

[0050] In detail, when the tea leaves move laterally, the sector gears 231 connected to the first bearing shaft 215 and the second bearing shaft 2111 respectively engage with the flip rack 233 on the first support 226 in their fully assembled state, completing a 180° flip. After the net binding assembly 22 is also reset, it engages with the output rack 234 again, changing the overall state from horizontal to inclined. Next, the whole thing moves downward so that the downward tilted end of the cover plate 2112 is slightly higher than the cooling platform. At the same time, the second receiving assembly 12 is also positioned on the first receiving assembly 11. Then the tea leaves start to be output. After the horizontal output is completed, it moves upward again to cooperate with the flip rack 233 on the second support 232 to complete the reset, so that the bottom plate 216 is below again. Finally, the flipping mechanism 2 returns to the initial position, and all components also complete the reset.

[0051] It should be noted that the overall movement is guided by the drive seat 212 and the guide rail 211. The output rack 234 drives the whole to rotate at a certain angle. In order to reduce the friction between the tea leaves and the cover plate 2112, facilitate the output work, maintain the shape of the tea leaves and prevent excessive accumulation, the two sets of flip racks 233 have different lengths. The latter drives the cover plate 2112 and the bottom plate 216 to rotate in the same direction as before until the bottom plate 216 returns to the bottom.

[0052] Furthermore, such as Figures 1 to 2 and Figures 9 to 12 As shown, the collection assembly 24 includes a filter layer 241, a slag collection layer 242, and a vibration layer 243 sequentially formed on the base plate 216; a third motor 245 connected to the base plate 216 via a motor base 244; multiple sets of transmission rods 246 penetrating the vibration layer 243; two sets of meshing gears 247 respectively connected to the output end of the third motor 245 and adjacent transmission rods 246 and meshing with each other; and sprockets and chains connected to the multiple sets of transmission rods 246. The components include a moving part 248, multiple sets of striking parts 249 connected to the transmission rod 246, a limiting seat 2410 connected to the motor base 244, a follower rack 2412 connected to the limiting seat 2410 and with springs 2411 connected to both sides, a grid plate 2413 connected to the follower rack 2412 and located in the filter layer 241, and a half gear 2414 connected to the output end of the third motor 245. The grid plate 2413 is used to close the filter layer 241.

[0053] In this embodiment, by setting up a collection component 24, the residue and broken leaves are collected by vibration before flipping. On the surface of the tea leaves after preliminary dehydration, some impurities and broken leaves are separated from the tea leaves due to reduced adhesion. After being collected by the collection component 24, they are beneficial to further improve the overall quality.

[0054] In detail, during the process of the tea leaves rising to prepare for flipping, the third motor 245 drives the adjacent transmission rod 246 to rotate through the output end and meshing gear 247. This, in conjunction with the sprocket and chain drive component 248, drives the remaining transmission rods 246 to rotate together. At this time, multiple striking parts 249 connected to the transmission rods 246 create a vibration effect on the vibration layer 243, causing the tea leaves to vibrate slightly and disperse inside the cover plate 2112, and shaking off residues and other debris, which then pass through the filter layer 241 into the residue collection layer 242. Once the entire tea leaves have moved to the top and begun to move laterally for flipping, the third... The motor 245 causes the half gear 2414 to stop at its initial position and then rotates in the opposite direction for a certain angle before stopping. The half gear 2414, which was previously rotating in the forward direction, continuously pushes the follower rack 2412. However, the meshing distance is small, and the follower gear will disengage after moving a little position. It will then reset under the action of the spring 2411 and the limit seat 2410. When the half gear 2414 stops after rotating in the opposite direction for a certain angle, the two mesh, causing the follower gear to move from one side to the other side. At this time, the grid plate 2413 connected to the follower rack 2412 closes the filter layer 241.

[0055] It should be noted that the half gear 2414 stops after rotating in the opposite direction at a certain angle in order to close the filter layer 241, and at the same time will not drive the output component 25 to work.

[0056] Example 2 like Figures 1 to 2 and Figures 9 to 12 As shown, components that are the same as or corresponding to those in Embodiment 1 are referred to using the same reference numerals as in Embodiment 1. For simplicity, only the differences from Embodiment 1 are described below. The difference between Embodiment 2 and Embodiment 1 is as follows: like Figures 1 to 2 and Figures 9 to 12 As shown, the output assembly 25 includes a door panel 252 connected to one side of the cover plate 2112 via a round rod 251, a third gear 253 connected to the round rod 251, two sets of third racks 254 connected to the frame 100 and meshing with the third gear 253, a side groove 255 opened on the bottom plate 216, a reciprocating screw 256 connected in the side groove 255, a plug-in part 257 connected to the reciprocating screw 256, a slag discharge plate 259 connected to the slag collection layer 242 and connected to the plug-in part 257 via a fourth telescopic member 258, a push plate 2511 connected to the cover plate 2112 and connected to a receiving part 2510, and a ratchet 2512 connected to the end of the reciprocating screw 256 and meshing with the half gear 2414.

[0057] In this embodiment, the output component 25 is configured to collect the residue while the tea leaves are being output, and to automatically discharge the residue during the subsequent flipping and resetting process.

[0058] In detail, when the rotating assembly 23 tilts the cover plate 2112 and the base plate 216, and the whole assembly begins to move laterally, the third gear 253 connected to the cover plate 2112 via the round rod 251 meshes with the third rack 254 on the frame 100, causing the round rod 251 to rotate and open the door panel 252. Then, when the downward-tilting end of the cover plate 2112 reaches the cooling platform position, the third motor 245, which previously drove the half gear 2414 to rotate in the opposite direction at a certain angle and then stopped, continues to reverse. The half gear 2414 begins to drive the ratchet 2512 to rotate, which in turn drives the reciprocating screw 256 to rotate. Then, the insertion part 257 connected to the reciprocating screw 256 begins to move. Previously, due to the assembly of the cover plate 2112 and the base plate 216, the insertion part 257 and the receiving part 2510 also completed their assembly. When the insertion part 257 moves, it drives the push plate 2511 to move and discharge the tea leaves. At the same time, the insertion part 257 drives the slag discharge plate 259 to move in the slag collection layer 242 through the fourth telescopic member 258, concentrating the residue to one side. At the end, the slag discharge plate 259 is limited in front of the corner of the L-shaped slag collection layer 242. As the insertion part 257 drives the push plate 2511 to continue moving, the fourth telescopic member 258 is stretched to avoid it. When the tea leaves are discharged, the push plate 2511 and the slag discharge plate 259 are reset under the action of the reciprocating screw 256. At the same time, the third gear 253 meshes with the second set of third racks 254 on the frame 100, so that the door panel 252 is reset. When the bottom plate 216 moves upward and is reset under the action of the rotating component 23, the residue concentrated at the end of the L-shaped slag collection layer 242 falls off under the action of gravity, completing the automatic slag discharge work. After the tea leaves have cooled, the first receiving component 11 drives multiple bamboo rattan strips 114 to assemble. The staff uses bamboo trays as barriers, and when the second receiving component 12 drives the bamboo rattan strips 124 to retract, the tea leaves are left on the first receiving component 11. Then, the first receiving component 11 drives the tea leaves to move down onto the conveyor belt for collection.

[0059] It should be noted that when the third motor 245 drives the half gear 2414 to rotate in the forward direction, the ratchet 2512 will not drive the reciprocating screw 256 to rotate, and the two sets of third racks 254 are oriented in opposite directions.

[0060] Work steps Step 1: First, the tea leaves after the initial processing are placed on the cooling mechanism 1, and the workers adjust the overall shape to keep the cooling thickness within the specified range for the corresponding type of tea. During the cooling process, the tea leaves are cooled from the bottom by blowing air through a fan. Step 2: After cooling for a certain period of time, the tea leaves are collected in the storage component 21 by the removal of the second receiving component 12. Then, the surface residue is collected by the vibration of the collection component 24. Step 3: After the collection work is completed, the net binding component 22 fixes the tea leaves as a whole. Then, the rotating component 23 drives the storage component 21 to rotate 180°, swapping the positions of the surface and bottom layers of the tea leaves. After that, the net binding component 22 is released, ready for output. Step 4: The rotating component 23 tilts the collecting component 21 at a certain angle. Under the action of the output component 25, the tea leaves begin to be laid on the cooling platform formed by the first receiving component 11 and the second receiving component 12. Finally, the collected residue is discharged along the resetting process of the collecting component 21.

[0061] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A high-quality green tea processing equipment, characterized in that, include: A cooling mechanism, which is mounted on a frame and used to spread tea leaves for cooling; A flipping mechanism is provided on one side of the cooling mechanism and is used to flip the tea leaves as a whole. The flipping mechanism includes a storage component mounted on a frame for holding the tea leaves as a whole, a net binding component mounted on the storage component for fixing the overall shape of the tea leaves, a rotating component mounted on the storage component for driving the storage component to flip, a collection component mounted inside the storage component for collecting residue, and an output component mounted inside the storage component for discharging the tea leaves and residue.

2. The high-quality green tea processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The cooling mechanism includes a first receiving component mounted on a frame for adjusting the ventilation volume, a second receiving component mounted on one side of the first receiving component for working with the first receiving component to weave a mesh for cooling, and a cleaning component mounted on the frame for cleaning the first and second receiving components.

3. The high-quality green tea processing equipment according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first receiving component includes two sets of drive shafts connected to the frame, a first motor connected to the frame and whose output end is connected to one side of the drive shaft, multiple sets of drive wheels connected to the drive shaft and having positioning grooves, bamboo and rattan belts wound around the corresponding two sets of drive wheels, a telescopic frame connected to a slide groove on the frame, multiple sets of positioning blocks connected to the rotating shaft of the telescopic frame and connected to the positioning groove, a cooperating rod connected to the two sets of telescopic frames, a second motor connected to the frame, two sets of first racks connected to the frame and connected to the telescopic frame, and a first gear connected to the output end of the second motor and meshing with the two sets of first racks.

4. The high-quality green tea processing equipment according to claim 3, characterized in that, The second receiving component includes a first drive cylinder mounted on the frame, a U-shaped frame connected to the output end of the first drive cylinder, and multiple sets of bamboo and rattan strips connected to the U-shaped frame via a first telescopic member.

5. The high-quality green tea processing equipment according to claim 4, characterized in that, The cleaning assembly includes a collection box connected to the frame, a first cleaning roller connected to the collection box, a first belt drive member with its two ends connected to the first cleaning roller and the output end of the first motor respectively, a second cleaning roller connected to the frame and located above the second receiving assembly, a rotating rod connected to the frame, a second belt drive member with its two ends connected to the rotating rod and the second cleaning roller respectively, a second gear connected to the rotating rod, and a second rack connected to the U-shaped frame and meshing with the second gear.

6. The high-quality green tea processing equipment according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage assembly includes a guide rail on the frame, a drive seat connected in the guide rail, a second drive cylinder connected to the drive seat, a first mounting seat connected to the output end of the second drive cylinder, a first bearing shaft connected to the first mounting seat, a base plate connected to the end of the first bearing shaft, a mounting bracket connected to the output end of the second drive cylinder, a third drive cylinder connected to the mounting bracket, a second mounting seat connected to the output end of the third drive cylinder via a second telescopic member, a second bearing shaft connected to the second mounting seat, and a cover plate connected to the end of the second bearing shaft and provided with a clearance groove.

7. The high-quality green tea processing equipment according to claim 6, characterized in that, The mesh binding assembly includes a mesh frame extending through the cover plate, multiple sets of plugs connected to the ends of the mesh frame via a third telescopic member, multiple sets of intertwined fixing ropes connected to the plugs, a pressure rod set on the output end of the third drive cylinder for squeezing the mesh frame to fix the tea leaves, and a triangular block connected to the frame via a first bracket.

8. The high-quality green tea processing equipment according to claim 7, characterized in that, The rotating assembly includes sector gears connected to the first bearing shaft and the second bearing shaft respectively, two sets of tilting racks connected to the frame via the first bracket and the second bracket respectively, and an output rack connected to the first bracket.

9. The high-quality green tea processing equipment according to claim 8, characterized in that, The collection assembly includes a filter layer, a slag collection layer, and a vibration layer sequentially formed on the base plate; a third motor connected to the base plate via a motor mount; multiple sets of transmission rods penetrating the vibration layer; two sets of meshing gears respectively connected to the output end of the third motor and adjacent transmission rods and meshing with each other; sprocket and chain transmission components connected to the multiple sets of transmission rods; multiple sets of striking parts connected to the transmission rods; a limiting seat connected to the motor mount; a follower rack connected to the limiting seat and with springs connected to both sides; a grid plate connected to the follower rack and located within the filter layer; and a half gear connected to the output end of the third motor. The grid plate is used to close the filter layer.

10. The high-quality green tea processing equipment according to claim 9, characterized in that, The output assembly includes a door panel connected to one side of the cover plate via a round rod, a third gear connected to the round rod, two sets of third racks connected to the frame and meshing with the third gear, a side groove on the bottom plate, a reciprocating screw connected to the side groove, a plug-in part connected to the reciprocating screw, a slag discharge plate connected to the slag collection layer and connected to the plug-in part via a fourth telescopic member, a push plate connected to the cover plate and connected to the receiving part, and a ratchet connected to the end of the reciprocating screw and meshing with the half gear.

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    CN219270046U