A friction hook tension biaser and endless continuous bunching system
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202510166592.2
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Patents(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-14
- Publication Date
- 2026-11-03
- Estimated Expiration
- 2045-02-14
AI Technical Summary
Existing vine-dropping systems suffer from limitations in rope length and resource waste, making it impossible to precisely control the length of the vines, hindering recycling, and posing a risk of plastic pollution.
Employing a friction hook tension biaser and a ring-type continuous vine dropping system, including a suspension part, load-bearing component, friction rod, support part, and tensioner, the system enables continuous use of the rope loops through friction and winding. Combined with an auxiliary friction hook tension biaser and counterweights or spring anchors, it provides stable tension support.
This technology enables the recycling of rope loops, avoids resource waste, reduces maintenance workload, improves the flexibility and precision of vine-dropping operations, and reduces plastic pollution.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This invention relates to the field of agricultural technology, and in particular to a friction hook force offset device and a ring-type continuous vine dropping system. Background Technology
[0002] Vining crops such as tomatoes and cucumbers bear fruit concentrated at the top, often quickly exceeding the height of the trellis, thus requiring vine lowering. Existing vine lowering systems involve winding numerous vine-supporting ropes around a rope spool, and then releasing the ropes from the spool as the plant grows, thereby lowering the top of the plant and maintaining a certain height.
[0003] The vine ropes wound around the rope shaft are limited in length due to volume and cost constraints, which is not conducive to continuous production. Moreover, they are difficult to recycle after being wound around the plants. If they are mixed with straw, they will cause plastic pollution, which is not conducive to the secondary use of straw. New vine ropes need to be wound around each crop season, resulting in a waste of resources. At the same time, the length of the vines is limited by structures such as the rope shaft, making it impossible to drop the vines precisely. Summary of the Invention
[0004] To address the above problems, this invention provides a friction hook tension biaser and a ring-type continuous vine dropping system that is simple in structure, easy to operate flexibly, and easy to recycle.
[0005] The technical solution of the present invention is: a friction hook tension biasing device, comprising a suspension part and a load-bearing assembly. The suspension unit is used to suspend the load-bearing body; The load-bearing assembly is connected to the suspension unit, and the load-bearing assembly includes a friction rod and a support portion. The friction rod is used to wind the loop of rope. The supporting part is used to support the ring-shaped rope loop.
[0006] The suspension part is connected between the friction rod and the support part.
[0007] The suspension part, the support part, and the friction rod are connected in sequence.
[0008] It also includes an anti-detachment part, which is connected to the outer end of the friction rod; The anti-detachment part is used to limit the rope loop on the friction rod.
[0009] The suspension part has a closed or semi-closed structure.
[0010] The supporting part has a closed or semi-closed structure.
[0011] The friction rod has a circular or polygonal cross-section.
[0012] A ring-type continuous vine dropping system includes a friction hook tension biaser, a ring rope loop, and a tensioner. One end of the upper part of the rope loop is wrapped around the friction rod, and the other end passes through and is supported in the support part; The rope loop is connected to the vine via a vine fastener on the lower side of the support portion. The tensioner is connected to the bottom of the rope loop.
[0013] The tensioner is a counterweight; Alternatively, the tensioner may include a spring and a ground anchor, the ground anchor being used to fix it to the ground, with one end of the spring connected to a rope loop and the other end connected to the ground anchor.
[0014] It also includes an auxiliary friction hook tension biaser, which is located at the bottom of the rope loop; The auxiliary friction hook tension biasing device has the same structure as the friction hook tension biasing device, and the suspension part in the auxiliary friction hook tension biasing device is connected between the friction rod and the support part. The counterweight is connected to the suspension part of the auxiliary friction hook tension biaser; Alternatively, the upper end of the spring is connected to the suspension part of the auxiliary friction hook tension biasing device, and the lower end is connected to the ground anchor.
[0015] In operation, the present invention includes a suspension part and a load-bearing assembly, wherein the suspension part is suspended on the load-bearing body; the support part in the load-bearing assembly is used to support the load; the friction rod unfolds the wound rope loop at an appropriate angle (to avoid knotting), and through winding and friction, the small tension on the non-load-bearing side is increased to a degree that matches the load.
[0016] The friction hook tension biasing device of this invention is easy to manufacture, low in cost, easy to operate, and convenient for repeated use and continuous production. Attached Figure Description
[0017] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. In the drawings, the parts are not necessarily drawn to scale.
[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Embodiment 1 of the friction hook tension biaser in this invention. Figure 2 yes Figure 1 Usage status illustration Figure 1 , Figure 3 yes Figure 1 Usage status illustration Figure 2 , Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Embodiment 2 of the friction hook tension biaser in this invention. Figure 5 yes Figure 4 Usage status illustration Figure 1 , Figure 6 yes Figure 4 Usage status illustration Figure 2 , Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of Embodiment 3 of the friction hook tension biaser in this invention. Figure 8 yes Figure 7 Usage status illustration Figure 1 , Figure 9 yes Figure 7 Usage status illustration Figure 2 , Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the fourth embodiment of the friction hook tension biaser in this invention. Figure 11 yes Figure 10 Usage status illustration Figure 1 , Figure 12 yes Figure 10 Usage status illustration Figure 2 , Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the fifth embodiment of the friction hook tension biaser in this invention. Figure 14 yes Figure 13 Usage status illustration Figure 1 , Figure 15 yes Figure 13 Usage status illustration Figure 2 , Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram of the ring-type continuous vine-falling system in this invention. Figure 17 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the first optimized implementation of the ring-type continuous vine falling system in this invention. Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram of the second optimized implementation method of the ring-type continuous vine falling system in this invention. Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the third optimized implementation of the ring-type continuous vine falling system in this invention. Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram of the fourth optimized implementation method of the ring-type continuous vine falling system in this invention; In the diagram, 1 is the friction hook tension biaser, 11 is the suspension part, 12 is the friction rod, 13 is the support part, and 14 is the anti-slip part. 2 is the load-bearing body, 3 is the rope loop, 4 is the tensioner, 5 is the vine fixer, 6 is the vine, 7 is the extension rope, 8 is the spring, 9 is the ground anchor, and 10 is the auxiliary friction hook tension offset device. Detailed Implementation
[0019] Embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain the present invention, and should not be construed as limiting the present invention.
[0020] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," and "horizontal," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and 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. In the description of this invention, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.
[0021] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "linking" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention based on the specific circumstances.
[0022] The present invention is as follows Figure 1-15 As shown, a friction hook tension biaser includes a suspension part 11 and a load-bearing assembly. The suspension part 11 is used to suspend on the load-bearing body 2; the load-bearing body is a load-bearing mechanism provided by the greenhouse or field support, specifically iron wire, iron chain, steel wire, steel pipe, etc.; in application, for example, steel wire is used to connect across the greenhouse. In application, the suspension unit can be directly connected to the load-bearing body, or indirectly connected via an additional hook.
[0023] The load-bearing assembly is connected to the suspension part 11, and the load-bearing assembly includes a friction rod 12 and a support part 13. The friction rod 12 is used to wind the annular rope loop 3. The supporting part 13 is used to support the annular rope loop 3.
[0024] In operation, the present invention includes a suspension part and a load-bearing assembly, wherein the suspension part is suspended on the load-bearing body; the support part in the load-bearing assembly is used to support the load; the friction rod unfolds the wound rope loop at an appropriate angle (to avoid knotting), and through winding and friction, the small tension on the non-load-bearing side is increased to a degree that matches the load.
[0025] The friction hook tension biasing device of this invention is easy to manufacture, low in cost, easy to operate, and convenient for repeated use and continuous production.
[0026] The method of using the friction hook tension offset device is as follows: wrap the rope around the friction rod an appropriate number of times, pick up the end of the rope near the support part, and wrap it into the support part.
[0027] The friction hook tension offset device is simple and convenient to use, has a stable structure, can prevent rope loops from tangling, is reliable, and is easy to manufacture.
[0028] like Figure 1 , 4 As shown in Figures 7 and 8, the suspension part 11 is connected between the friction rod 12 and the support part 13.
[0029] Depending on the processing requirements, the suspension part can be connected to both the friction rod and the support part.
[0030] like Figure 10 , 13 As shown, the suspension part 11, the support part 12 and the friction rod 13 are connected in sequence.
[0031] The suspension part, support part and friction rod can be connected and set in sequence according to the processing requirements.
[0032] It also includes an anti-detachment part 14, which is connected to the outer end of the friction rod 13; The anti-detachment part is used to limit the rope loop on the friction rod.
[0033] The anti-derailment component is used to stabilize the position of the rope loop and prevent the rope loop from coming off the system and causing failure.
[0034] In applications, the anti-slip part can be set in the shape of a hook (semi-enclosed) or a ring (enclosed). Semi-enclosed parts also include baffles, U-shapes, etc.
[0035] The suspension part 11 has a closed or semi-closed structure.
[0036] In actual production, the friction hook tension offset device will be adjusted according to the usage requirements and production methods. The suspension part will appear in the form of a hook (semi-enclosed) or a ring (enclosed). The semi-enclosed design makes it convenient to disassemble and assemble the suspension part, and it can also move freely on the load-bearing body.
[0037] The supporting part 13 has a closed or semi-closed structure.
[0038] In actual production, the friction hook tension offset device will be adjusted according to the usage requirements and production methods. The support part will appear in the form of a hook (semi-enclosed) or a ring (enclosed); the semi-enclosed design makes it convenient to disassemble and assemble the rope loop.
[0039] The support section is designed to be closed, which facilitates the passage of the rope loop and provides greater support. At the same time, it can prevent the rope loop from coming out of the support section.
[0040] The cross-section of the friction rod 12 is circular or polygonal.
[0041] The shape of the friction rod can be customized to meet specific needs, including polygonal shapes such as chamfered rectangles or squares, as well as hexagonal shapes. The friction rod is used to wind the rope loop, and the resulting friction amplifies the tension on one side.
[0042] A ring-type continuous vine dropping system includes a friction hook tension biaser 1, a ring rope loop 3, and a tensioner 4. One end of the upper part of the rope loop 3 is wrapped around the friction rod 12, and the other end passes through and is supported in the support part 13; The vine 6 is connected to the rope loop 3 below the support side via a vine fastener 5. The function of the vine fastener is to fix the plant vine to the rope loop, including but not limited to clips, hooks, knots or other mechanical structures that serve the same purpose.
[0043] The tensioner 4 is connected to the bottom of the rope loop 3. The tensioner provides initial tension to the friction rod and can also be used to limit the left and right swing of the rope loop.
[0044] In use, the friction hook tension offset device is hung on a load-bearing body, and the rope loop is wrapped around the friction hook tension offset device. The plant (i.e., the vine) is fixed to the load-bearing side of the rope loop by the vine fixer. When the plant grows taller, the vine fixer on the lower side of the rope loop is removed, the top of the plant is re-fixed, and the non-load-bearing side of the rope loop is gently lifted upwards to release the restriction of the friction hook tension offset device, allowing the vine to fall and complete the vine-dropping operation.
[0045] The vine-dropping system of this invention can reuse the ropes, so that crop growth is not limited by the length of the vine-dropping ropes; it facilitates continuous production, avoids the need to replace the vine-dropping ropes every season, and significantly reduces maintenance work.
[0046] This invention addresses the issue of different tensions on both sides of the rope loop by incorporating a load-bearing component (i.e., a friction rod and a support part) and a tensioner, thereby achieving the desired fixation and vine dropping operation for the rope loop suspending the plant on one side while maintaining tension bias.
[0047] The tensioner 4 is a counterweight; Alternatively, the tensioner may include a spring 8 and a ground anchor 9, the ground anchor being used to fix it to the ground, with one end of the spring connected to a rope loop and the other end connected to the ground anchor, such as... Figure 18 As shown.
[0048] Tensioners can be weights, springs, ropes, or other mechanical structures that can serve the same purpose.
[0049] In actual use, an auxiliary friction hook tension bias device 10 can also be set, which is located at the bottom of the rope loop; The auxiliary friction hook tension biasing device has the same structure as the friction hook tension biasing device, but specifically, the auxiliary friction hook tension biasing device is selected in the form where the suspension part is connected between the friction rod and the support part. Thus, as Figure 19 As shown, the counterweight can be connected to the suspension part of the auxiliary friction hook force offset device; Or such as Figure 20 As shown, the upper end of the spring is connected to the suspension part of the auxiliary friction hook tension bias device, and the lower end is connected to the ground anchor.
[0050] By using an auxiliary friction hook tension biaser in conjunction with a tensioner, the utilization efficiency of the tensioner is improved, and the ineffective load on the greenhouse structure is reduced.
[0051] like Figure 17 As shown, it also includes an extension rope 7, and the counterweight is connected to the rope loop 3 via the extension rope 7.
[0052] Extension ropes can facilitate operation and help crops with long growth cycles and tall stature, such as tomatoes and melons, to mature.
[0053] like Figure 16 As shown, this invention achieves the fixation of the rope loop suspending the plant on one side and the vine dropping operation through the combined action of the friction hook tension biaser and the tensioner.
[0054] in, f: Frictional force generated by the rope loop on the friction rod; W: Tension force exerted by the plant on the rope; F: Initial tension force applied to the rope by the tensioner; F / 2: Tension force borne by the rope on one side; The following conditions must be met: W + F / 2 ≤ F / 2 + f. The friction force can be calculated based on Euler's twisted rope equation, which depends on the number of turns and the coefficient of friction, etc.
[0055] The present invention has the following advantages: The friction hook pull biaser can easily lift the plant and keep it growing upwards. The rope loop will not get tangled with the plant. All parts are reusable. The vine dropping operation is simple, fast and smooth. The rope loop design allows for precise control of vine drop, ensuring flexibility and reliability. When clearing straw, simply open a few vine clamps to separate the straw, making it easy to clear and beneficial for returning it to the field. This system has a simple and reliable structure, low production cost, quick installation, and is easy to use.
[0056] Regarding the information disclosed in this case, the following points need to be clarified: (1) The accompanying drawings of the embodiments disclosed in this case only involve the structures involved in the embodiments disclosed in this case. Other structures can refer to the general design. (2) Where there is no conflict, the embodiments and features disclosed in this case can be combined with each other to obtain new embodiments; The above are merely specific embodiments disclosed in this case, but the scope of protection of this disclosure is not limited thereto. The scope of protection disclosed in this case shall be determined by the scope of protection of the claims.
Claims
1. A friction hook tension biasing device, characterized in that, Including suspension and load-bearing components, The suspension unit is used to suspend the load-bearing body; The load-bearing assembly is connected to the suspension unit, and the load-bearing assembly includes a friction rod and a support portion. The friction rod is used to wind the loop of rope. The supporting part is used to support the loop of rope; It also includes an anti-detachment part, which is used to limit the rope loop on the friction rod; In use, the friction rod is at an angle to the horizontal or approximately perpendicular to the horizontal. The anti-detachment part is located at the lower end of the friction rod; the support part is located at the upper part of the friction rod.
2. The friction hook tension biasing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The suspension part is connected between the friction rod and the support part.
3. The friction hook tension biasing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The suspension part, the support part, and the friction rod are connected in sequence.
4. The friction hook tension biasing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The suspension part has a closed or semi-closed structure.
5. A friction hook tension biasing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The supporting part has a closed or semi-closed structure.
6. The friction hook tension biasing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The friction rod has a circular or polygonal cross-section.
7. A ring-type continuous vine-falling system, characterized in that, Including the friction hook tension biaser as described in any one of claims 1-6, it further includes an annular rope loop and a tensioner. One end of the upper part of the rope loop is wrapped around the friction rod, and the other end passes through and is supported in the support part; The rope loop is connected to the vine via a vine fastener on the lower side of the support portion. The tensioner is connected to the bottom of the rope loop.
8. A ring-type continuous vine-falling system according to claim 7, characterized in that, The tensioner is a counterweight; Alternatively, the tensioner may include a spring and a ground anchor, the ground anchor being used to fix it to the ground, with one end of the spring connected to a rope loop and the other end connected to the ground anchor.
9. A ring-type continuous vine-falling system according to claim 8, characterized in that, It also includes an auxiliary friction hook tension biaser, which is located at the bottom of the rope loop; The auxiliary friction hook tension biasing device has the same structure as the friction hook tension biasing device, and the suspension part in the auxiliary friction hook tension biasing device is connected between the friction rod and the support part. The counterweight is connected to the suspension part of the auxiliary friction hook tension biaser; Alternatively, the upper end of the spring is connected to the suspension part of the auxiliary friction hook tension biasing device, and the lower end is connected to the ground anchor.
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