Seed storage and cleaning device for epimedium cultivation

Abstract

The invention provides a seed storage and cleaning device for herba epimedii cultivation. The seed storage and cleaning device comprises a tank body fixing base, a cleaning rod, a rack and a plurality of mechanical clamping jaws used for grabbing storage tanks. The machine frame comprises an operation machine table and a leaning table, and the leaning table is vertically fixed to the operation machine table. The tank body fixing seats are evenly divided into two groups, and the two groups are arranged on the top end face of the operation machine table in a parallel mode so as to clean the tank body containing the herba epimedii seeds, the tank body containing the herba epimedii seeds can be automatically controlled to be grabbed in the whole process, dry cleaning or water washing can be conducted on the tank body, waste on the inner surface of the tank body can be completely cleared away, and the working efficiency is improved. Such as films, fluff and fine sand, so that the cleaning efficiency is improved; in the specific implementation process, the cleaning rod is not selected or the proper cleaning rod is selected to be assembled on the tank body fixing base, and the cleaning rod has two types, so that the cleaning diversity is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation, belonging to the field of plant seed storage tank cleaning equipment. Background Technology

[0002] Epimedium is a yang-tonifying herb, consisting of the dried leaves of Epimedium, Epimedium sagittatum, and Epimedium pubescens, all belonging to the Berberidaceae family. Epimedium seeds have a dormancy period and require sand stratification to break dormancy. Mix the seeds with moist sand in a 1:3 ratio and refrigerate at 0-5℃ for 3-4 months.

[0003] After dormancy, the seeds of Epimedium are used for propagation. The containers used to store the Epimedium seeds need to be cleaned, recycled, and reused. Even if the seeds are not mixed with wet sand for low-temperature storage, there is still a thin film attached to the embryo of the Epimedium seed. This film also has many fine hairs. After canning, a layer of fine hairs will also adhere to the inner surface of the container.

[0004] To address the above issues, there is currently no automated equipment for cleaning; most cleaning is done manually. Manual washing is slow and cannot thoroughly clean every corner of the tank, resulting in incomplete cleaning.

[0005] Therefore, the present invention provides a seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation with automated dry cleaning or water washing functions. Summary of the Invention

[0006] This invention provides a seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation, which can effectively solve the above-mentioned problems.

[0007] This invention is implemented as follows: A seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation includes a tank fixing base, a cleaning rod, a frame, and several mechanical grippers for gripping the storage tank. The frame includes an operating platform and a backrest, the backrest being vertically fixed to the operating platform; The number of can body fixing seats is several, evenly divided into two groups, and the two groups are arranged in parallel on the top surface of the operating table to clean the can containing Epimedium seeds. The cleaning rod is detachably and fixedly connected to the top of the can body fixing seat. The mechanical gripper is slidably connected to the platform and suspended from the tank body fixing seat.

[0008] As a further improvement, the tank mounting base includes a main body embedded in the operating platform; The outlets, in several quantities, are located at the top of the main body and are distributed in a circular array at equal intervals around the center of the top of the main body. The outlets are used for air or water discharge. The mounting post is vertically fixed in the center of the top surface of the main body, and the cleaning rod is detachably and fixedly connected to the mounting post.

[0009] As a further improvement, the top edge of the main body has a slot that matches the container for holding Epimedium seeds.

[0010] As a further improvement, the first surface of the main body is an inclined surface, with an angle A between 0° and 90° with the horizontal line.

[0011] As a further improvement, an annular groove is formed in the middle of the second surface of the main body, and the annular groove engages and is fixed with the operating platform.

[0012] As a further improvement, it also includes an air supply unit, which includes an air inlet branch pipe, wherein the bottom of a set of tank fixing seats is connected to the air inlet branch pipe. The first valve is installed on the air inlet branch pipe to control the air intake; The second air inlet duct is connected to the other end of all the air inlet branch ducts, and the second air inlet duct is connected to an external air source.

[0013] As a further improvement, a water delivery unit is also included, which includes an inlet branch pipe, wherein the bottom of a set of tank mounting bases is connected to the inlet branch pipe. The second valve is installed on the inlet branch pipe to control the water inlet; The second water inlet pipe is connected to the other end of all the water inlet branch pipes, and the second water inlet pipe is connected to an external water source.

[0014] As a further improvement, the cleaning rod includes a first rotating shaft and fan blades obliquely mounted on the first rotating shaft; Several first brushes are fixed to the end of the fan blades and contact the inner surface of the container holding the Epimedium seeds to clean the inner surface of the container.

[0015] As a further improvement, the cleaning rod includes a second rotating shaft and a second brush, the second brush being fixed around the outer surface of the second rotating shaft, and the end of the second brush contacting the inner surface of the container holding the Epimedium seeds to clean the inner surface of the container.

[0016] As a further improvement, the operating platform is equipped with two troughs. The center lines of the operating platform are symmetrically distributed, and the two tanks are an integrated structure; The water outlet or material outlet is located at the lowest point of the edge of the tank.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this invention are: ① This invention can automatically control the container for picking up Epimedium seeds and perform dry cleaning or water washing to completely remove waste such as film, lint, and fine sand from the inner surface of the container, thereby improving cleaning efficiency.

[0018] ② In specific implementation of the present invention, a cleaning rod is not selected or a suitable cleaning rod is selected and assembled on the tank fixing base, and the cleaning rod has two types to improve the diversity of cleaning.

[0019] ③ The two troughs of the operating platform of this invention are an integrated structure, including but not limited to the one-piece molding process, with no welding seams, eliminating water leakage and seepage, making it more robust and practical. The edge of the trough gradually decreases in height from the center line of the operating platform to both ends; the water outlet or material outlet is located at the lowest point of the trough edge, facilitating material collection and wastewater collection. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention, the accompanying drawings used in the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. It should be understood that the following drawings only show some embodiments of the present invention and should not be regarded as a limitation of the scope. For those skilled in the art, other related drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of a seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the tank fixing base structure of a seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation provided in an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the cleaning rod structure of a seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 1 .

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cleaning rod structure of a seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 2 .

[0026] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the principle of a seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation provided in an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0027] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, 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 a part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. 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. Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of the present invention provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed invention, but merely to represent selected embodiments of the invention. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0028] In the description of this invention, 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 as "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.

[0029] Reference Figures 1-6 As shown, this embodiment provides a specific implementation of a seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation, including a tank fixing base 10, a cleaning rod 20, a frame 30, and several mechanical grippers 40 for gripping the storage tank. The frame 30 includes an operating platform 301 and a support platform 302, the support platform 302 being vertically fixed on the operating platform 301; The number of can body fixing seats 10 is several, evenly divided into two groups, and the two groups are arranged in parallel on the top surface of the operating table 301 to clean the can containing Epimedium seeds. The cleaning rod 20 is detached and fixedly connected to the top of the can body fixing seat 10. In specific implementation, the cleaning rod 20 is not selected or a suitable cleaning rod 20 is selected and assembled on the can body fixing seat 10. The mechanical gripper 40 is slidably connected to the support platform 302 and is suspended in the can body fixing seat 10. The can containing Epimedium seeds is placed in the can body fixing seat 10. The can containing Epimedium seeds is referred to as the can body in the following text. The air supply unit 50 or water supply unit 60 applies air or water to the inner surface of the can body to achieve the purpose of cleaning.

[0030] The structure and principle of the tank fixing seat 10 are as follows: The tank fixing base 10 includes a main body 101 embedded in the operating platform 301. The main body 101 is hollow inside to facilitate the flow of air and water. A number of outlets 102 are located at the top of the main body 101 and are distributed in a circular array at equal intervals around the center of the top of the main body 101. The outlets 102 are used for air or water discharge. The mounting post 103 is vertically fixed in the center of the top surface of the main body 101, and the cleaning rod 20 is detachably and fixedly connected to the mounting post 103.

[0031] After the air supply unit 50 or the water supply unit 60 inputs air or water from the bottom of the main body 101, it is output directly from the outlet 102 through the inside of the main body 101. The outlets 102 are distributed in an equally spaced circular array, so the air or water is evenly distributed and directly acts on the inner wall of the tank, making the cleaning more thorough. From bottom to top, it can also directly act on the top of the inner wall of the tank.

[0032] In one specific embodiment, the top edge of the main body 101 has a slot 111 that cooperates with the container for holding Epimedium seeds. The container material is not limited to metal or plastic. The slot 111 is used for two reasons: first, precise positioning; second, sealing the bottom of the container during cleaning, allowing air or water to flow inside the container for more thorough cleaning. To prevent the container from moving or being sprayed away, the mechanical gripper 40 keeps the gripper in a clamping state except for gripping before cleaning and lowering after cleaning.

[0033] In one specific embodiment, the first surface 112 of the main body 101 is an inclined surface. After the inclination is completed, the film or sewage carried by the wind can flow down from the inclined surface first, with the angle A between 0° and 90° with the horizontal line. The larger the angle, the easier it is to flow.

[0034] In one specific embodiment, an annular groove 114 is formed in the middle of the second surface 113 of the main body 101. The annular groove 114 engages and is fixed with the operating platform 301 to enhance the connection between the tank fixing seat 10 and the operating platform 301 and prevent the tank fixing seat 10 from becoming loose due to the impact of wind or water flow.

[0035] The structural design of the air supply or water supply of the present invention is as follows: The present invention also includes an air supply unit 50, wherein the air supply unit 50 includes an air inlet branch pipe 501, and the bottom end of a group of tank fixing seats 10 is connected to the air inlet branch pipe 501. First valve 503, the air inlet branch pipe 501 is equipped with a first valve 503 to control the air inlet; The second air inlet duct 502 is connected to the other end of all the air inlet branch ducts 501, and the second air inlet duct 502 is connected to an external air source.

[0036] The first valve 503 controls the airflow while opening and closing the air supply, preventing excessive wind from blowing the film and lint on the inner wall of the tank around after it has been cleaned. By controlling the airflow, the film and lint on the inner wall of the tank can fall into the basin 311 after being blown around, making it easy to collect.

[0037] The present invention also includes a water delivery unit 60, which includes an inlet branch pipe 601, wherein the bottom end of a group of tank fixing seats 10 is connected to the inlet branch pipe 601. The second valve 602 is provided on the water inlet branch pipe 601 to control the water inlet; The second water inlet pipe 603 is connected to the other end of all the water inlet branch pipes 601, and the second water inlet pipe 603 is connected to an external water source.

[0038] The second valve 602 controls the water supply and flow rate while opening and closing the valve, preventing excessive water pressure and splashing. After cleaning, no wastewater falls into the basin 311, making it easy to collect.

[0039] In one specific embodiment, the water inlet branch pipe 601 is also equipped with a pressure boosting valve to prevent insufficient water pressure from failing to flush the inner wall of the tank.

[0040] The type and structure of the cleaning rod 20 are as follows: Type 1: The cleaning rod 20 includes a first rotating shaft 201 and a fan blade 202 obliquely mounted on the first rotating shaft 201; Several first brushes 203 are fixed at the end of the fan blades 202 and contact the inner surface of the container holding Epimedium seeds. The first rotating shaft 201 is driven by wind or water to rotate and clean the inner surface of the container.

[0041] Type 2: The cleaning rod 20 includes a second rotating shaft 204 and a second brush 205. The second brush 205 is fixed around the outer surface of the second rotating shaft 204 without power. The end of the second brush 205 contacts the inner surface of the container holding the Epimedium seeds, and the two rub against each other to clean the inner surface of the container.

[0042] The structural design of the operating platform includes: The operating platform 301 is provided with two troughs 311, which are symmetrically distributed about the center line of the operating platform 301. The two troughs 311 are an integrated structure, including but not limited to the mold integral molding process, without welding seams, and there is no water leakage or seepage, making them more robust and practical.

[0043] The height of the edge of the trough 311 gradually decreases from the center line of the operating platform 301 to both ends; The water outlet 312 or the material outlet 313 is located at the lowest point of the edge of the tank 311; It facilitates material collection and wastewater collection.

[0044] In this invention, the mechanical gripper 40 is fixed on the circulating track 70 by a fixed base 401. The circulating track 70 is driven by a drive system to make the mechanical gripper 40 perform a cyclic movement. The mechanical gripper is a device installed at the end of a robotic arm for gripping, transporting and placing objects. The drive system mentioned here includes, but is not limited to, a synchronous toothed belt.

[0045] How to use this invention: S1, do not select cleaning rod 20 or select a suitable cleaning rod 20 to assemble on the tank fixing seat 10; S2, the circulating track 70 controls the mechanical gripper 40 to grab the can containing Epimedium seeds and place it on the can fixing seat 10 above the air supply unit 50. The air supply unit operates to clean the waste on the inner wall of the can. The waste mentioned here includes, but is not limited to, film, lint, fine sand, etc.; or the air supply unit does not work, and the cleaning rod 20 is used to rub the inner wall of the can to remove the waste.

[0046] S3. After cleaning, the mechanical gripper 40 is controlled to grab the container containing the Epimedium seeds and place it on the container fixing seat 10 above the water delivery unit 60. The water delivery unit 60 operates to clean the waste on the inner wall of the container again. The waste mentioned here includes, but is not limited to, film, lint, fine sand, etc. S4. After cleaning is completed, proceed to the next step. S5. Finally, after the equipment is used up, clean the tank 311.

[0047] In summary, the present invention provides a dry cleaning or water washing function for the container used to hold Epimedium seeds.

[0048] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and is not intended to limit the invention. Various modifications and variations can be made to the invention by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, or improvements made within the spirit and principles of the invention should be included within the scope of protection of the invention.

Claims

1. A seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation, characterized in that, Includes a tank holder (10), a cleaning rod (20), a frame (30), and several mechanical grippers (40) for gripping the storage tank. The frame (30) includes an operating platform (301) and a backrest (302), the backrest (302) being vertically fixed on the operating platform (301); The number of the can body fixing seats (10) is several, evenly divided into two groups, and the two groups are arranged in parallel on the top surface of the operating table (301) to clean the can containing Epimedium seeds. The cleaning rod (20) is disassembled and fixedly connected to the top of the can body fixing seat (10). The mechanical gripper (40) is slidably connected to the support platform (302), and the mechanical gripper (40) is suspended in the tank body fixing seat (10).

2. The seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The tank fixing base (10) includes a main body (101) embedded in the operating table (301). The outlets (102), in several quantities, are located at the top of the main body (101) and are distributed in an equally spaced circular array around the center of the top of the main body (101). The outlets (102) are used for air or water discharge. The mounting post (103) is vertically fixed in the center of the top surface of the main body (101), and the cleaning rod (20) is detachably and fixedly connected to the mounting post (103).

3. The seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The top edge of the main body (101) has a slot (111) that matches the container for holding Epimedium seeds.

4. The seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation as described in claim 2, characterized in that, The first surface (112) of the main body (101) is an inclined surface, with an angle A between 0° and 90° with the horizontal line.

5. The seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation as described in claim 2, characterized in that, An annular groove (114) is provided in the middle of the second side (113) of the main body (101), and the annular groove (114) is engaged and fixed with the operating table (301).

6. The seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an air supply unit (50), which includes an air inlet branch pipe (501), wherein the bottom end of a set of tank fixing seats (10) is connected to the air inlet branch pipe (501). The first valve (503) is installed on the air inlet branch pipe (501) to control the air inlet. The second air inlet pipe (502) is connected to the other end of all the air inlet branch pipes (501), and the second air inlet pipe (502) is connected to an external air source.

7. The seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a water delivery unit (60), which includes an inlet branch pipe (601), wherein the bottom end of a set of tank fixing seats (10) is connected to the inlet branch pipe (601). The second valve (602) is provided on the water inlet branch pipe (601) to control the water inlet. The other end of the second water inlet pipe (603) and all the water inlet branch pipes (601) are connected to the second water inlet pipe (603), and the second water inlet pipe (603) is connected to an external water source.

8. A seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation as described in claim 3, 4, or 5, characterized in that, The cleaning rod (20) includes a first rotating shaft (201) and a fan blade (202) obliquely mounted on the first rotating shaft (201). Several first brushes (203) are fixed at the end of the fan blade (202) and contact the inner surface of the container holding Epimedium seeds to clean the inner surface of the container.

9. A seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation as described in claim 3, 4, or 5, characterized in that, The cleaning rod (20) includes a second rotating shaft (204) and a second brush (205). The second brush (205) is fixed around the outer surface of the second rotating shaft (204), and the end of the second brush (205) contacts the inner surface of the container holding the Epimedium seeds to clean the inner surface of the container.

10. The seed storage and cleaning device for Epimedium cultivation as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The operating platform (301) is equipped with two troughs (311). The center lines of the operating platform (301) are symmetrically distributed, and the two troughs (311) are an integrated structure; The water outlet (312) or the material outlet (313) is located at the lowest point of the edge of the trough (311).

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