Curing method

Abstract

The embodiment of the present application relates to the field of radioactive waste treatment, in particular to a solidification method. The method uses a conveying jacking device to convey a material containing device to receive powdered material, and uses a clamping transfer device and a lifting device to send the material containing device with completed feeding into a material processing device to partially melt the powdered material, and uses a pressing device to compact the partially melted material, and finally forms an ingot-shaped solid material in the material containing device, and then uses the lifting device and the clamping transfer device to transfer the material containing device to the conveying jacking device to transfer the ingot-shaped solid material. In this way, the process of material from powder feeding to ingot formation is carried out in the material containing device, avoiding the replacement of the material container in the middle of the process, and simplifying the operation steps. In addition, the clamping transfer device, the lifting device and the conveying jacking device all participate in the pre-process and the post-process of the material treatment, so that the equipment components are reused, and the equipment composition is simplified.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] Embodiments of this application relate to the field of radioactive waste treatment, and particularly to a solidification method. Background Technology

[0002] The statements herein are provided merely as background information in connection with this application and do not necessarily constitute prior art.

[0003] The salt-supported zeolite solidification process unit is a key unit in the dry post-processing waste treatment. Its main function is to treat the waste salt containing impurities generated during the entire dry post-processing, achieving solidification of high-level radioactive waste. During the salt-supported zeolite solidification process, the material needs to undergo multiple state transitions; therefore, it is essential to ensure the safety and reliability of the material handling process. Summary of the Invention

[0004] A brief overview of this application is provided below to offer a basic understanding of certain aspects thereof. It should be understood that this overview is not an exhaustive summary of the application. It is not intended to identify key or essential parts of the application, nor is it intended to limit its scope. Its purpose is merely to present certain concepts in a simplified form as a prelude to the more detailed description that follows.

[0005] This application provides a curing method for converting powdered material into ingot-shaped material. The curing method is carried out using a curing device, which includes a material receiving device, a vacuum feeding device, a conveying and lifting device, a clamping and transferring device, a lifting device, a sealing device, a material handling device, and a pressurizing device. The method includes the following steps: S10: The material receiving device is transported to the feeding position using the conveying and lifting device; S20: At the feeding position, the powdered material is conveyed to the material receiving device using the vacuum feeding device; S30: The material receiving device containing the powdered material is transferred to the lifting device using the clamping and transferring device; S40: The material receiving device is fed into the material handling device using the lifting device; S50: The material handling device is heated, and pressure is applied to the material using the pressurizing device to convert the material into ingot-shaped material within the material receiving device; S60: The material receiving device is removed from the material handling device using the lifting device; S70: The material receiving device is transferred to the feeding position using the clamping and transferring device; S80: The ingot-shaped material within the material receiving device is transferred using the conveying and lifting device.

[0006] The curing method provided in this application utilizes a conveying and lifting device to transport a material receiving device to the feeding position, thereby receiving powdered material from a vacuum feeding device. A clamping and transferring device and a lifting device are then used to send the fed material receiving device into a material processing device for processing, where the powdered material is partially melted. At this point, a pressurizing device is used to compact the partially melted material, ultimately forming an ingot-shaped solid material within the material receiving device. After the ingot-shaped solid material is formed, the lifting and clamping and transferring device are used again to transfer the material receiving device to the conveying and lifting device, which then transports the ingot-shaped solid material. This allows the entire process from powder feeding to compaction into ingots to occur within the material receiving device, avoiding the need to change the container midway, simplifying the operation steps, preventing material spillage and waste, and enabling the reuse of the clamping and transferring device, lifting device, and conveying and lifting device—that is, all participating in the pre- and post-processing of material processing—simplifying equipment composition and improving curing efficiency. Attached Figure Description

[0007] To further illustrate the above and other advantages and features of this application, the specific embodiments of this application will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The drawings, together with the following detailed description, are included in and form a part of this specification. Elements having the same function and structure are indicated by the same reference numerals. It should be understood that these drawings only depict typical examples of this application and should not be considered as limiting the scope of this application.

[0008] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram showing the assembled components of the curing device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0009] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping and transferring device and the main body provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0010] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the curing device provided in an embodiment of this application from one perspective;

[0011] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the sealing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0012] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the cooperation between the blocking component and the lifting sliding component provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0013] Figure 6 This is a bottom schematic diagram of the sealing device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0014] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the locking assembly provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0015] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram showing the assembled components of the pressurizing device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0016] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram from one perspective of the lifting and conveying device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0017] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram from one perspective of the material receiving device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0018] Figure 11 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the material receiving device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0019] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting space provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0020] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the vacuum feeding device and the material receiving device provided in the embodiments of this application.

[0021] Figure 14 This is a perspective view of the material handling equipment provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0022] Figure 15 This is a partial structural diagram of the lifting and fixing component provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0023] Figure 16 This is a schematic diagram showing the assembled components of the clamping and transferring device provided in the embodiments of this application;

[0024] Figure 17 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of the clamping assembly provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0025] Figure 18 This is a schematic diagram from one perspective of the clamping and transferring device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0026] Figure 19 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the cooperation between the suspension component and the balance component provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0027] Figure 20 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the cooperation between the lifting limiting component and the suspension component provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0028] Figure 21 This is a partial structural diagram of the cooperation between the lifting limiting member and the suspension member provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0029] Figure 22 This is a detailed schematic diagram of the lifting and limiting member provided in an embodiment of this application.

[0030] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:

[0031] 1. Material receiving device; 11. First receiving component; 111. First receiving portion; 112. Bearing portion; 113. First protrusion; 114. Material receiving space; 12. Second receiving component; 121. Second receiving portion; 122. Second protrusion; 123. Third protrusion; 13. Cover; 131. First cover; 132. Second cover; 133. Opening sealing component; 134. Holding component;

[0032] 2. Vacuum feeding device; 21. Discharge assembly; 211. Storage component; 212. Stop component; 213. Buffer component; 214. Tightening and sealing component; 22. Vacuuming assembly;

[0033] 3. Conveying and lifting device; 31. Conveying assembly; 311. Conveying support; 3111. Lifting space; 312. Rolling conveyor; 313. Gravity dispersing component; 3131. Dispersing extension; 3132. Mounting part; 32. Lifting assembly; 321. Lifting limit component; 3211. First lifting guide; 3212. First lifting stop; 3213. Lifting balance; 3214. Balance fixing; 3215. Second lifting stop; 3216. Second lifting guide; 322. Lifting drive; 323. Suspension; 324. Balance; 325. Lifting extension; 326. Lifting bearing;

[0034] 4. Clamping and transferring device; 41. Clamping assembly; 411. Clamping mating part; 4111. Clamping mating part; 4112. Clamping transition part; 412. Clamping drive part; 4121. Clamping drive part; 4122. Drive fixing part; 4123. Drive transmission part; 413. Clamping guide part; 4131. Clamping guide part; 4132. Guide mating part; 4133. Guide fixing part; 4134. Guide extension part; 42. Sliding assembly; 421. Sliding frame; 4 22. Slide rail; 423. Sliding drive component; 43. Extension assembly; 431. Vertical extension component; 4311. First vertical extension; 4312. Second vertical extension; 4313. Third vertical extension; 4314. Fourth vertical extension; 432. Reinforcing member; 433. Horizontal extension component; 4331. First horizontal extension; 4332. Second horizontal extension; 4333. Third horizontal extension; 4334. Fourth horizontal extension; 434. Sealing component;

[0035] 5. Lifting device; 51. Lifting support component; 52. Lifting sliding component; 53. Lifting drive component;

[0036] 6. Sealing device; 61. Sealing assembly; 611. Sealing main body; 612. Cover; 613. Locking mating part; 62. Locking assembly; 621. Locking reinforcement part; 622. Circumferential locking part; 623. Locking connector; 624. Axial limiting part; 63. Locking drive assembly; 631. Locking drive part; 632. Locking transmission part; 64. Sealing assembly; 641. Sealing part; 642. Sealing extension part; 6421. Transition part; 6422. Fitting part; 643. Sealing fastener;

[0037] 7. Material handling device; 71. Shell; 72. Shell fixing parts; 73. Heating element;

[0038] 8. Pressurizing device; 81. Pressing block; 82. Lifting assembly; 821. Lifting component; 822. Lifting support component; 823. Water inlet component; 824. Drainage component; 83. Lifting fixing assembly; 831. Lifting guide component; 832. Lifting limit component; 833. Lifting self-locking component; 84. Lifting drive assembly;

[0039] 9. Body; 91. Clamping and transfer support assembly; 92. Lifting support assembly; 93. Material handling support assembly; 94. Pressure support assembly. Detailed Implementation

[0040] Exemplary embodiments of this application will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. For clarity and brevity, not all features of actual implementations are described in the specification. However, it should be understood that many implementation-specific decisions must be made in the development of any such actual embodiment to achieve the developer's specific goals, such as complying with constraints related to the system and business, and these constraints may vary depending on the implementation. Furthermore, it should be understood that while development work can be very complex and time-consuming, such development work is merely a routine task for those skilled in the art who benefit from the content of this application.

[0041] It should also be noted that, in order to avoid obscuring this application with unnecessary details, only the equipment structure and / or processing steps closely related to the solution according to this application are shown in the accompanying drawings, while other details that are not closely related to this application are omitted.

[0042] The following disclosure provides several different implementations or examples for carrying out this application. To simplify the disclosure of this application, specific examples of components and methods are described below. Of course, these are merely examples and are not intended to limit this application. In the description of the embodiments of this application, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0043] This application provides a curing method for converting powdered materials into ingot-like materials. The curing method is performed using a curing device. Figure 1 This diagram illustrates the assembly of the various components of the curing device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 1 As shown, the curing equipment includes a material receiving device 1, a vacuum feeding device 2, a conveying and lifting device 3, a clamping and transferring device 4, a lifting device 5, a sealing device, a material processing device 7, and a pressurizing device 8. It includes the following steps: S10: The conveying and lifting device 3 transports the material receiving device 1 to the feeding position; S20: At the feeding position, the vacuum feeding device 2 conveys the powdered material to the material receiving device 1; S30: The clamping and transferring device 4 transfers the material receiving device 1 containing the powdered material to the lifting device 5; S40: The lifting device 5 feeds the material receiving device 1 into the material processing device 7; S50: The material processing device 7 is heated, and the pressurizing device 8 applies pressure to the material, causing the material to transform into ingot-shaped material within the material receiving device 1; S60: The lifting device 5 removes the material receiving device 1 from the material processing device 7; S70: The clamping and transferring device 4 transfers the material receiving device 1 to the feeding position; S80: The conveying and lifting device 3 transfers the ingot-shaped material within the material receiving device 1.

[0044] The curing method provided in this application utilizes a conveying and lifting device 3 to transport a material receiving device 1 to the feeding position, thereby receiving powdered material from a vacuum feeding device 2. A clamping and transferring device 4 and a lifting device 5 are then used to send the fed material receiving device 1 into a material processing device 7 for processing, thereby partially melting the powdered material. At this point, a pressurizing device 8 is used to compact the partially melted material, ultimately forming an ingot-shaped solid material within the material receiving device 1. After the ingot-shaped solid material is formed, the lifting device 5 and the clamping and transferring device 4 are used again to transfer the material receiving device 1 to the conveying and lifting device 3, which then transports the ingot-shaped solid material. This allows the entire process from powder feeding to compaction into an ingot to occur within the material receiving device 1, avoiding the need to change the container midway, simplifying the operation steps, preventing material spillage and waste, and enabling the reuse of the clamping and transferring device 4, the lifting device 5, and the conveying and lifting device 3—that is, all participating in the pre- and post-processing of material processing—simplifying equipment composition and improving curing efficiency.

[0045] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, the conveying and lifting device 3 includes a conveying component 31 and a lifting component 32. In step S10, the following steps are also included: S11: Start the conveying component 31 to transport the material receiving device 1 to the lifting position along the first movement direction; S12: After the material receiving device 1 reaches the lifting position, start the lifting component 32 to transport the material receiving device 1 to the feeding position along the second movement direction. The feeding position is set to overlap with the vertical projection of the lifting position.

[0046] In some embodiments, the first direction of movement can be set to a horizontal direction, and the second direction of movement can be set to a vertical direction perpendicular to the horizontal direction. The lifting component 32 is disposed vertically below the conveying component 31, and the lifting position is set to overlap with the vertical projection of the vacuum feeding device 2 and the lifting component 32, so that the lifting component 32 can move in the vertical direction, thereby driving the material receiving device 1 to move to the feeding position. The vacuum feeding device 2 is disposed at the feeding position to convey powdered material to the material receiving device 1.

[0047] In some embodiments, in steps S11 and S12, the first direction of motion is set to be perpendicular to the second direction of motion, and the conveying lifting device 3 is configured to drive the material receiving device 1 to move in different directions, which can be adapted to the height of the moving space of the material receiving device 1, so that the material receiving device 1 can be more closely fitted with the vacuum feeding device 2 in the second direction of motion, and prevent the gap between the vacuum feeding device 2 and the material receiving device 1 in a single motion state from causing the powdered material to escape during the feeding process.

[0048] In some embodiments, in step S12, vertically projecting the feeding position and the lifting position together can ensure that the material receiving device 1 is aligned with the vacuum feeding device 2 after being lifted, thereby ensuring smooth material flow.

[0049] In some embodiments, the vacuum feeding device 2 is located at the feeding position. In step S12, the lifting component 32 is used to press the material receiving device 1 and the vacuum feeding device 2 together so that the powdered material can flow.

[0050] Figure 9 This schematic diagram shows a perspective view of the lifting and conveying device provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 9 As shown, the conveying assembly 31 includes a conveying support 311, a rolling conveyor 312, and a gravity dispersing member 313. The rolling conveyor 312 is disposed on the conveying support 311 and is configured to drive the material receiving device 1 to move in the first direction of motion to the lifting position. The gravity dispersing member 313 is fixedly connected to the conveying support 311 and is configured to bear the weight of the lifting assembly 32.

[0051] In some embodiments, the rolling conveyor 312 may be configured as a plurality of conveying rollers, with parallel and equal gaps between the plurality of conveying rollers to allow the lifting assembly 32 to pass through; the plurality of conveying rollers are fixed to the conveying support 311 and configured to roll in the same direction to drive the material receiving device 1 on the conveying rollers to move in that direction.

[0052] Figure 12 This illustration shows a structural schematic diagram of the lifting space provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 12 As shown, the conveying support 311 forms a lifting space 3111, and the gravity distribution member 313 is disposed in the lifting space 3111 and is configured to be aligned with the lifting position in the second movement direction.

[0053] In some embodiments, the lifting assembly 32 is also disposed within the lifting space and configured to move and extend beyond the lifting space to lift the material receiving device 1.

[0054] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, the gravity dispersion member 313 is configured as a plurality of (e.g., two) including a dispersion extension 3131 and a mounting part 3132. The dispersion extension 3131 is configured as a plurality of parallel parts and is configured to be fixedly connected to the conveying support member 311 and extend a predetermined distance away from the conveying support member 311. The plurality of dispersion extensions 3131 are respectively distributed at both ends of the extension of the rolling conveyor member 312. The mounting part 3132 is configured to extend between the plurality of dispersion extensions 3131 and is configured to extend in the same direction as the extension direction of the rolling conveyor member 312.

[0055] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, the lifting assembly 32 includes a lifting limiting member 321, a lifting driving member 322, a suspension member 323, a balancing member 324, a lifting extension member 325, and a lifting bearing member 326. The lifting driving member 322 is configured to drive the balancing member 324 to move. The suspension member 323 is configured to be suspended from the gravity dispersing member 313. The lifting limiting member 321 is configured to limit the distance between the balancing member 324 and the suspension member 323. The lifting extension member 325 is configured to be fixedly connected to the balancing member 324. The lifting bearing member 326 is configured to be fixedly connected to the lifting extension member 325 and is configured to drive the material receiving device 1 to move in the second direction to the feeding position when the rolling conveyor 312 drives the material receiving device 1 to the lifting position.

[0056] In some embodiments, the material receiving device 1 is transported to the lifting position by the rolling conveyor 312 and to the feeding position by the lifting drive 322, which enables the material receiving device 1 to fit more tightly with the vacuum feeding device 2, preventing the powdered material from spilling due to poor fit.

[0057] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, the lifting support 326 is arranged to be staggered with the rolling conveyor 312 so that it can avoid the rolling conveyor 312 when it moves in the second direction of movement, thereby lifting the material receiving device 1 and moving it to the feeding position.

[0058] In some embodiments, multiple lifting support members 326 are provided, and parallel gaps are formed between the multiple lifting support members, and the gaps are set to be of uniform size; the extension range of the multiple lifting support members 326 is set to be greater than the bottom area of ​​the material receiving device 1 to ensure stable bearing.

[0059] In some embodiments, multiple lifting extensions 325 are provided, with parallel gaps formed between the multiple lifting extensions, and are evenly distributed on the lifting support 326 to connect and fix the lifting support 326 and the balance member 324, thereby making the lifting support 326 more stable when carrying the material receiving device 1.

[0060] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the vacuum feeding device 2 includes a discharge component 21 and a vacuuming component 22. The discharge component 21 is configured to communicate with the vacuuming component 22. The vacuuming component 22 is used to evacuate the discharge component 21. The discharge component 21 is located at the feeding position. The material receiving device 1 is configured to be close to the discharge component 21 at the feeding position to allow the powdered material to flow.

[0061] Figure 13 The diagram illustrates the cooperation between the vacuum feeding device and the material receiving device provided in the embodiments of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 13 As shown, the discharge component 21 can be configured to be axially connected to the material receiving device 1 to realize the conveying of powdered materials.

[0062] In some embodiments, such as Figure 13 As shown, the discharge assembly 21 includes a storage component 211, a stop component 212, a buffer component 213, and a top-tightening seal component 214. The storage component 211 is fixed to the stop component 212. Powdered material can flow from the storage component 211 through the buffer component 213 to the material receiving device 1. The buffer component 213 is designed to be retractable. The top-tightening seal component 214 is designed to seal and fix the buffer component 213 to the material receiving device 1. The storage component 211 is configured to communicate with the vacuum assembly 22.

[0063] In some embodiments, the top-tightening seal 214 may be configured as a hollow disc, with its outer diameter being equal to the outer diameter of the material receiving device and its inner diameter being equal to the diameter of the buffer 213; the buffer 213 may be configured as a telescopic pipe and may coaxially connect the storage device 211 and the top-tightening seal 214, so that the powdered material can flow from the storage device 211 through the buffer 213 to the material receiving device 1 sealed by the top-tightening seal 214.

[0064] In some embodiments, since the lifting assembly 32 can drive the material receiving device 1 to move vertically, when the material receiving device 1 is lifted vertically upward, the material receiving device 1 needs to move to the feeding position and be sealed by the sealing member 214. Therefore, the lifting assembly 32 needs to apply a sufficiently large force so that the material receiving device 1 can be tightly attached to the sealing member 214. Therefore, the buffer member 213 can prevent the material receiving device 1 from directly contacting the storage member 211, thereby providing flexible buffering to prevent the aforementioned sufficiently large force from causing rigid damage to the storage member 211.

[0065] In some embodiments, the material receiving device 1 is lifted by the lifting assembly 32 to achieve sealing and fixation with the tightening seal 214, and the stop 212 is configured to limit the displacement of the tightening seal 214 caused by the material receiving device 1 tightening, so as to prevent the tightening seal 214 from contacting the storage device 211.

[0066] In some embodiments, such as Figure 13 As shown, the stop 212 is disposed between the storage component 211 and the top sealing component 214, and is configured to allow the buffer component 213 to pass through. The top sealing component 214 is configured with an outer diameter larger than the limiting range of the stop 212, so that during the upward pressing process of the material receiving device 1, the stop 212 can prevent the top sealing component 214 from rising further, and the buffer component 213 is provided for flexible buffering, thereby preventing the material receiving device 1 from pushing the top sealing component 214 to directly contact the storage component 211, reducing the rigidity loss during the operation of the lifting and feeding equipment, and extending the service life of the equipment.

[0067] Figure 16 This diagram shows the assembled components of the clamping and transferring device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 3 This illustration shows a schematic diagram of a curing apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application from one perspective. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 16 and Figure 3As shown, the clamping and transferring device 4 includes a clamping component 41 and a sliding component 42. The sliding component 42 can drive the clamping component 41 to move along the first movement direction. The clamping component 41 is set to remain in a fixed position in the second movement direction. In step S30, the following steps are included: S31: Control the lifting component 32 to move along the second movement direction to the clamping position. The clamping position is set to enable the material receiving device 1 to cooperate with the clamping component 41; S32: Use the clamping component 41 to clamp the material receiving device 1; S33: Use the sliding component 42 to drive the clamping component 41 and the material receiving device 1 to move along the first movement direction to above the lifting device 5.

[0068] In some embodiments, in step S31, such as Figure 3 As shown, the initial position of the clamping and transferring device 4 is the clamping position. The clamping and transferring device 4 is set to maintain a predetermined distance from the conveying component 31 in the second direction so as to cooperate with the material receiving device 1 lifted by the lifting component 32, so that the material receiving device 1 can be clamped more stably.

[0069] In some embodiments, step S40 further includes the following steps: S41: controlling the lifting device 5 to move along the second movement direction to the lifting position to carry the material receiving device 1, the lifting position being set to be flush with the clamping position in the second movement direction; S42: controlling the sliding component 42 to move along the first movement direction to drive the clamping component 41 to the clamping position.

[0070] S43: Control the lifting device 5 to continue moving in the second direction of motion, thereby sending the material receiving device 1 into the material handling device 7; S44: After the material receiving device 1 is sent into the material handling device 7, activate the sealing device to seal the material handling device 7.

[0071] In some embodiments, in steps S41 and S42, the lifting position is set to be flush with the clamping position in the second movement direction, so that the material receiving device 1, which moves with the sliding component 42, can be stably contacted with the lifting device 5, so that after the clamping and transferring device 4 releases its clamp on the material receiving device 1, the material receiving device 1 can be placed smoothly on the lifting device 5.

[0072] In some embodiments, step S60 further includes the following steps: S61: releasing the seal of the sealing device 6 on the material handling device 7 so that the material receiving device 1 falls on the lifting device 5; S62: controlling the lifting device 5 to move along the second movement direction to the lifting position so as to move the material receiving device 1 out of the material handling device 7.

[0073] In some embodiments, after the material receiving device 1 is sent into the material handling device 7 in step S43, the lifting device 5 remains stationary, so that after the sealing device releases the seal on the material handling device 7 in step S61, the material receiving device 1 can be supported by the lifting device 5 which remains in its original position.

[0074] In some embodiments, step S70 further includes the following steps: S71: controlling the sliding component 42 to drive the clamping component 41 to move along the first movement direction to the lifting position; S72: using the clamping component 41 to clamp the material receiving device 1; S73: controlling the sliding component 42 to drive the clamping component 41 to move along the first movement direction to the clamping position; S74: controlling the lifting component 32 to move along the second movement direction to the clamping position to support the material receiving device.

[0075] In some embodiments, in step S33, after the sliding component 42 transfers the material receiving device 1 from the lifting component 32, the lifting component 32 remains stationary.

[0076] In some embodiments, moving the lifting device 5 to the lifting position enables the sliding component 42, which slides above the lifting position, to stably clamp the material receiving device 1. When the sliding component 42 slides to the clamping position above the lifting component 32, the material receiving device 1 can stably contact the lifting component 32, so that after the clamping and transferring device 4 releases its clamp on the material receiving device 1, the lifting component 32 can smoothly support the material receiving device 1.

[0077] Figure 10 This diagram illustrates a material receiving device provided in an embodiment of the present application from one perspective. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 10 As shown, the material containing device 1 includes a first containing member 11 and a second containing member 12, which together contain powdered material. In step S50, the following steps are included: S51: heating the powdered material using the material handling device 7; S52: discharging the exhaust gas from the material handling device 7 when the powdered material is partially melted; S53: compressing the partially melted material into the first containing member 11 using the weight of the pressurizing device 8 to form ingot-shaped material; S54: stopping the heating of the material after it has been transformed into ingot-shaped material.

[0078] In some embodiments, the powdered material can be a mixture of glass powder and ceramic powder. In step S51, the material handling device 7 can only melt the glass powder, while the ceramic powder cannot be melted. Therefore, the material in step S52 is in a partially molten state. In step S53, since the volume of the glass powder shrinks after melting, there is empty space in the material receiving device 1. At this time, the pressurizing device 8 is set to pressurize the material, which allows the molten glass powder to enter the gaps of the ceramic powder, thereby achieving the agglomeration and coating of the ceramic powder, and finally forming an ingot-shaped solid material for easy transfer.

[0079] In some embodiments, the first container 11 and the second container 12 are configured such that after the powdered material is compressed into a solid material, the solid material is contained within the first container 11, and the first container 11 separates from the second container 12 when the second container 12 is lifted by an external force. By configuring the first container 11 and the second container 12 in a detachable form, the powdered radioactive material will not escape from the joint, and the first container 11 and the second container 12 can be separated after the powdered radioactive material is compressed into a solid radioactive material. This allows the solid radioactive material contained within the first container 11 to be transferred individually, avoiding the need to transfer the entire material containing device 1 when transferring the solid radioactive material, thus improving the transfer efficiency of the solid radioactive material.

[0080] In some embodiments, step S80 further includes the following steps: S81: controlling the clamping assembly 41 to release the clamp on the first receiving member 11 so that the first receiving member 11 falls onto the lifting assembly 32; S82: controlling the lifting assembly 32 to move along the second movement direction to the lifting position so that the first receiving member 11 containing the ingot material falls onto the conveying assembly 31; S83: starting the conveying assembly 31 to transfer the first receiving member 11 along the first movement direction to remove the ingot material.

[0081] In some embodiments, in step S81, the second receiving member 12 is configured to form a contact engagement with the first receiving member 11 by its own weight. When the clamping and transferring device 4 releases its grip on the first receiving member 11 and the first receiving member 11 falls to the lifting position with the lifting assembly, the gravity contact engagement between the first receiving member 11 and the second receiving member 12 is released and thus separated.

[0082] In some embodiments, in step S82, the first container 11 contains ingot-shaped material, which falls onto the conveying assembly 31 along with the first container 11. The conveying assembly 31 drives the first container 11 to move away from the material handling device 7, so as to transfer the ingot-shaped material in the first container 11.

[0083] In some embodiments, step S80 further includes the following steps: S84: after removing the ingot material, keeping the clamping assembly 41 clamping the second container 12 stationary, and using the conveying assembly 31 to transport the first container 11 from which the ingot material has been removed to the lifting position; S85: controlling the lifting assembly 32 to transport the first container 11 to the clamping position so that the first container 11 can together with the second container 12 contain the powder material.

[0084] In some embodiments, in steps S84 and S85, the ingot-shaped material in the first container 11 can be reused after being removed. The first container 11 is transported back to the clamping position by the conveying assembly 31 and the lifting assembly 32, so that the first container 11 and the second container 12 held by the clamping assembly 41 can re-contact and cooperate to jointly accommodate the powdered material from the vacuum feeding device 2. At this time, the state of the material container 1 is the same as that of the material container 1 in step S20, both being in the feeding position.

[0085] In some embodiments, step S90 is further included: repeating steps S20-S80 to process all the powdered materials that need to be cured. Repeating steps S20-S80 allows the next batch of powdered materials to be transformed into ingot-shaped materials in the above manner, thereby making the curing process continuous and improving curing efficiency.

[0086] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the curing equipment also includes a body 9, which forms a receiving space. A conveying and lifting device 3 is disposed in the receiving space and is configured to drive the material receiving device 1 to move in different directions. A vacuum feeding device 2 is fixedly connected to the body 9 and is used to convey powdered material to the material receiving device 1. A clamping and transferring device 4 is slidably connected to the body 9 and is used to transfer the material receiving device 1 containing powdered material to a lifting device 5. The lifting device 5 is fixedly connected to the body 9 and is used to send the material receiving device 1 into a material processing device 7. A sealing device 6 is configured to seal the material receiving device 1 in the material processing device 7. The material processing device 7 is fixedly connected to the body 9 and is configured to make the powdered material partially melted. A pressurizing device 8 is fixedly connected to the body 9 and is configured to compress the partially melted powdered material in the material receiving device 1 into a product ingot.

[0087] Powdered material is conveyed to material receiving device 1 via vacuum feeding device 2, and then transferred to lifting device 5 via clamping and conveying device 4. Lifting device 5 then transports material receiving device 1 to material processing device 7, and sealing device 6 seals material processing device 7 to ensure that the material reaction process takes place in a well-sealed environment. Pressurizing device 8 is used to compact the material to obtain solid material that is easier to transfer and process than powdered material. By fixing vacuum feeding device 2, conveying and lifting device 3, clamping and conveying device 4, lifting device 5, material processing device 7 and pressurizing device 8 at different positions on the main body 9, sufficient space is provided for each processing stage of the material, and the operation sequence of solidification process is followed, simplifying the process and improving processing efficiency.

[0088] like Figure 1 As shown, the conveying and lifting device 3 is configured to drive the material receiving device 1 to move in different directions. The conveying and lifting device 3 is configured to drive the material receiving device 1 to a lifting position along a first direction, and then to drive it to a feeding position along a second direction from the lifting position. The first and second directions are perpendicular. The vacuum feeding device 2 is configured to connect and cooperate with the material receiving device 1 at the feeding position, with the connection being tightly secured, to inject powdered material into the material receiving device 1. By driving the material receiving device 1 to move in different directions through the conveying and lifting device 3, the material receiving device 1 and the vacuum feeding device 2 are tightly connected, allowing the powdered material to be conveyed from the vacuum feeding device 2 to the material receiving device 1. This tight connection prevents the powdered material from escaping, avoiding material waste and contamination of the operating space.

[0089] The material handling device 7 forms a material handling space, and the material receiving device 1 is disposed within the material handling space. The material receiving device 1 forms a material receiving space and is configured to receive powdered materials. The material handling device 7 is configured to transform the powdered materials into a partially molten state. The pressurizing device 8 is configured to enter the material handling space and is configured to move away from the material receiving space when the powdered materials have not been transformed into a partially molten state, and enter the material receiving space when the powdered materials have been transformed into a partially molten state, so as to transform the partially molten materials into solid materials. The material receiving device 1 is configured to receive solid materials. By transforming the powdered materials in the material receiving device 1 into a partially molten state through the material handling device 7, and by transforming the partially molten materials into solid materials through the pressurizing device 8, the powdered materials can undergo different state transformations within the material receiving device 1, thereby transforming the powdered materials into solid materials that are easy to transfer and handle, eliminating the need for changing containers and saving material handling steps.

[0090] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, the main body 9 includes a clamping and transfer support assembly 91, a lifting support assembly 92, a material handling support assembly 93, and a pressurizing support assembly 94. The material handling support assembly 93 is disposed between the lifting support assembly 92 and the pressurizing support assembly 94. The lifting support assembly 92, the material handling support assembly 93, and the pressurizing support assembly 94 form a multi-layer space. The pressurizing device 8, the material handling device 7, and the lifting device 5 are located within the multi-layer space. The pressurizing device 8 is fixedly connected to the pressurizing support assembly 94, the material handling device 7 is fixedly connected to the material handling support assembly 93, and the lifting device 5 is fixedly connected to the lifting support assembly 92. The clamping and transfer support assembly 91 forms a single-layer space and is fixedly connected in parallel with the lifting support assembly 92. The clamping and transfer device 4 and the conveying and lifting device 3 are disposed within the single-layer space. The clamping and transfer device 4 is slidably connected to the clamping and transfer support assembly 91, and the conveying and lifting device 3 extends partially out of the single-layer space. The vacuum feeding device 2 is disposed outside the single-layer space and is fixedly connected to the clamping and transfer support assembly 91.

[0091] In some embodiments, the clamping and transfer support assembly 91, the lifting support assembly 92, the material handling support assembly 93, and the pressurizing support assembly 94 can be configured as a cubic frame. The pressurizing support assembly 94, the material handling support assembly 93, and the lifting support assembly 92 are fixedly connected in a vertical direction from top to bottom, so that the pressurizing device 8, the material handling device 7, and the lifting device 5 are also fixedly connected in a vertical direction from top to bottom. This allows the material receiving device 1 placed on the lifting device 5 to be fed into the material handling device 7 from bottom to top, and the pressurizing device 8 to pressurize the material in the material handling device 7 from top to bottom. This ensures that the two processes of feeding the material into the material handling device 7 and pressurizing the material in the material handling device 7 are performed from two different positions on the upper and lower parts of the material handling device 7, so that they do not interfere with each other. The material handling device 7 always remains stationary, making the material handling environment stable and safe, and making the material handling process streamlined and efficient.

[0092] In some embodiments, the single-layer space formed by the clamping and transfer support assembly 91 can provide an operating space for the vacuum feeding device 2 to convey powdered materials to the material receiving device 1. The clamping and transfer support assembly 91 is arranged to be fixedly connected in parallel with the lifting support assembly 92 to provide a conveying space for the conveying and lifting device 3 to transport the material receiving device 1, so as to facilitate the transfer of the material receiving device 1 to the lifting device 5 using the clamping and transfer device 4.

[0093] Figure 2 This diagram illustrates the clamping and transferring device provided in an embodiment of the present application, in conjunction with the body. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 2As shown, the clamping and transferring device 4 is configured to clamp the material receiving device 1 and drive the material receiving device 1 to slide along the clamping and transferring support assembly 91 in a preset direction. The preset direction is set to be close to the lifting device 5. The clamping and transferring device 4 is configured to slide into the multi-layer space to release the clamping of the material receiving device 1 and place it in the lifting device 5.

[0094] In some embodiments, the vacuum feeding device 2 conveys powdered material to the material receiving device 1 in a single-layer space. The initial position of the clamping and transferring device 4 is set in the single-layer space and is configured to clamp the material receiving device 1 after feeding is completed. Then, the clamping and transferring device 4 clamps the material receiving device 1 and slides it toward the direction of the multi-layer space until the material receiving device 1 is transferred from the single-layer space to the multi-layer space and placed on the lifting device 5 set in the multi-layer space. This allows the feeding process and the processing process to be connected through the transfer of the clamping and transferring device 4, and avoids mutual interference between the two processes. At the same time, it also leaves enough space for the vacuum feeding device 2 to avoid mutual interference caused by excessive device density.

[0095] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the multi-layer space includes a first layer space, a second layer space, a third layer space, and a fourth layer space. The lifting device 5 is configured to extend into the first layer space, the material handling device 7 is configured to extend into the second and third layers space, and the pressurizing device 8 is configured to extend into the fourth layer space. The material handling device 7 includes a housing 71 and a housing fixing member 72. The housing fixing member 72 is configured to fix the housing 71 to the material handling support assembly 93. The lifting device 5 is configured to be able to move the material receiving device 1 into or out of the housing 71.

[0096] In some embodiments, the lifting support assembly 92 forms a first layer of space, the pressure support assembly 94 forms a fourth layer of space, and the material handling support assembly 93 divides the space between the first layer of space and the fourth layer of space into a second layer of space and a third layer of space. This allows the housing fastener 72 to be fixed to the material handling support assembly 93 and provides space for the housing 71 to extend vertically.

[0097] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 As shown, the lifting device 5 includes a lifting support 51, a lifting sliding member 52, and a lifting drive member 53. The lifting support 51 is fixedly connected to the lifting support assembly 92 and extends in the first layer of space. The lifting sliding member 52 is configured to slide along the lifting support 51. The lifting drive member 53 is configured to drive the lifting support 51 to move.

[0098] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1As shown, the lifting support 51 is arranged symmetrically about the material receiving device 1 to avoid obstructing the sliding of the lifting sliding member 52; the extension length of the lifting support 51 is set to be greater than the height of the material receiving device 1 to reserve sufficient placement space for the material receiving device 1.

[0099] Figure 4 This illustration shows a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a sealing device provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 4 As shown, the sealing device 6 includes a sealing component 64, a plugging component 61, a locking component 62, and a locking drive component 63. The sealing component 64 is fixedly connected to the housing 71. The plugging component 61 is disposed on the lifting device 5. The material receiving device 1 is disposed on the plugging component 61. The lifting device 5 drives the plugging component 61 and the material receiving device 1 to rise, so that the material receiving device 1 enters the housing 71. The plugging component 61 covers the sealing component 64. The locking drive component 63 drives the locking component 62 to move. The locking component 62 is configured to lock and fix the sealing component 64 and the plugging component 61.

[0100] In some embodiments, the lifting slider 52 may be rectangular and have a lifting opening that allows the lifting support 51 to pass through, thereby allowing the lifting slider 52 to slide along the lifting support 51.

[0101] Figure 5 This illustration shows a schematic diagram of the sealing assembly and lifting sliding member cooperating according to an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 5 As shown, the blocking component 61 is disposed on the lifting sliding member 52. The lifting sliding member 52 can be configured to have an extension area larger than the bottom area of ​​the blocking component 61, so as to evenly distribute the gravity applied by the blocking component 61 and make the lifting process more stable.

[0102] Figure 8 This diagram illustrates the assembly of the various components of the pressurizing device provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 1 and Figure 8 As shown, the pressurizing device 8 includes a pressing block 81, a lifting component 82, a lifting fixing component 83, and a lifting drive component 84. The lifting fixing component 83 is fixedly connected to the pressurizing support component 94. The lifting component 82 is fixedly connected to the pressing block 81. The lifting drive component 84 is configured to drive the lifting component 82 to slide along the lifting fixing component 83. The pressing block 81 is disposed inside the housing 71. The lifting component 82 is configured to drive the pressing block 81 into the material receiving device 1 to achieve compression of the partially molten powdered material.

[0103] In some embodiments, the fixed connection between the lifting and fixing component 83 and the pressure support component 94 enables the lifting component 82 to move freely in the fourth layer of space, so that the pressing block 81 can fall under its own weight and thus fall and press down with the change of material volume, compacting the material; at the same time, when the material receiving device 1 is full of powdery material, the lifting component 82 can lift the pressing block 81 to prevent the pressing block 81 from occupying the material receiving space.

[0104] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 and Figure 9 As shown, the conveying component 31 is configured to convey the material receiving device 1 to the lifting position, and the lifting component 32 is configured below the lifting position. At this time, the conveying component 31 is positioned between the material receiving device 1 and the lifting component 32. The lifting component 32 is configured to avoid the conveying component 31 and lift the material receiving device 1 upward to a predetermined height. The predetermined height is configured to make the material receiving device 1 fit tightly against the vacuum feeding device 2.

[0105] In some embodiments, the conveying assembly 31 and the lifting assembly 32 are configured to move the material receiving device 1 in different directions, so that the material receiving device 1 can perform the feeding process in a single-layer space, and can continue to move closer to the material handling device 7 after the feeding is completed, so as to carry out the next process. This can shorten the total movement path of the material receiving device 1 and improve transportation efficiency.

[0106] In some embodiments, such as Figure 3 As shown, the predetermined height is set so that the clamping and transfer device 4 can clamp the material receiving device 1, thereby avoiding the movement of the clamping and transfer device 4. The material receiving device 1 and the clamping and transfer device 4 can be coordinated by the movement of the lifting component 32, so that the clamping and transfer device 4 is free from the design of moving along the axial direction of the material receiving device 1, and the complexity of the clamping and transfer device 4 is simplified.

[0107] In some embodiments, the suspension member 323 is used to disperse the force applied by the material receiving device to the lifting limiting member 321, and is fixed to the lifting drive member 322. The lifting drive member 322 is configured to drive the balancing member 324 away from or towards the suspension member 323. The lifting limiting member 321 is configured to extend between the suspension member 323 and the balancing member 324. The lifting extension member 325 is configured to extend between the balancing member 324 and the lifting support member 326. The lifting support member 326 is configured to support the material receiving device. By driving the balancing member 324 to move up and down through the lifting drive member 322, the lifting limiting member 321 connecting the balancing member 324 and the suspension member 323 is driven to move up and down, so that the balancing member 324 remains balanced during the lifting process and the distance between the balancing member 324 and the suspension member 323 is limited, thereby controlling the lifting height of the material receiving device 1 supported by the lifting support member 326, so that the material receiving device 1 can achieve stable lifting and lowering.

[0108] Figure 20 This diagram illustrates the cooperation between the lifting limiting member and the suspension member provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 21 This illustration shows a partial structural diagram of the cooperation between the lifting limiting member and the suspension member provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 20 and Figure 21 As shown, the lifting limit member 321 includes a lifting balance part 3213 and a balance fixing part 3214. The lifting balance part 3213 is fixed to the balance fixing part 3214. The suspension member 323 has a guide hole, which is configured to allow the lifting balance part 3213 to pass through. The balance fixing part 3214 is configured to fix the lifting balance part 3213 to the suspension member 323.

[0109] In some embodiments, the lifting balance part 3213 may be cylindrical, with its outer diameter being equal to the diameter of the guide hole, so that the lifting balance part 3213 can engage through the guide hole; the lifting balance part 3213 has two ends, one end of which may be fixed to the suspension member 323 together with the lifting balance part 3213, and the other end is extended in a direction away from the location of the balance fixing part 3214, and the balance fixing part 3214 is located on the side of the suspension member 323 opposite to the extending direction of the lifting balance part 3213, so that the lifting balance part 3213 can pass through and be fixed at the guide hole.

[0110] Figure 22 This illustration shows a detailed schematic diagram of a lifting and limiting member provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 22As shown, the lifting limiting member 321 also includes a first lifting guide portion 3211, a first lifting stop portion 3212, a second lifting stop portion 3215, and a second lifting guide portion 3216. The second lifting guide portion 3216 is configured to be coaxially connected with the first lifting guide portion 3211. The second lifting stop portion 3215 is disposed on the second lifting guide portion 3216, and the first lifting stop portion 3212 is disposed on the first lifting guide portion 3211. The lifting balance portion 3213 is configured to allow the first lifting guide portion 3211 to pass through, so that the second lifting stop portion 3215 and the first lifting stop portion 3212 are disposed on different sides of the suspension member 323.

[0111] In some embodiments, the first lifting guide 3211 may be configured as a cylindrical rod, and its diameter may be configured to be equal to the inner diameter of the lifting balance part 3213, so that it can pass through the lifting balance part 3213. The lifting balance part 3213, which passes through and is fixed to the guide hole, can limit the displacement of the first lifting guide 3211 passing through the guide hole in the radial direction, so as to ensure that the movement trajectory of the first lifting guide 3211 is consistent with the movement trajectory of the lifting drive 322.

[0112] Figure 19 This illustration shows a schematic diagram of the cooperation between the suspension component and the balancing component provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 19 As shown, the first lifting guide part 3211 is configured to support the balance member 324, the balance member 324 forms a limiting hole, the limiting hole is configured to be coaxial with the guide hole, the limiting hole is configured to engage and fix the second lifting stop part 3215, and the second lifting guide part 3216 is configured to extend out of the limiting hole.

[0113] In some embodiments, the first lifting guide 3211 may be configured with a diameter larger than that of the limiting hole to prevent the first lifting guide 3211 from passing through the limiting hole, so as to support the balance member 324.

[0114] In some embodiments, the second lifting guide 3216 may be configured as a cylindrical rod, and its diameter may be smaller than that of the first lifting guide 3211, so that the second lifting guide 3216 can extend out of the limiting hole to limit the displacement of the balance member 324 in the radial direction; the second lifting stop 3215 may be configured as a cylinder, and configured to surround the second lifting guide 3216, and the diameter of the second lifting stop 3215 may be equal to that of the limiting hole, so that the second lifting stop 3215 can engage with the limiting hole, thereby reinforcing the limiting hole in the circumferential direction.

[0115] In some embodiments, such as Figure 19 and Figure 20As shown, the first lifting guide 3211 is configured to cooperate with the lifting balance 3213 so that the first lifting guide 3211 can move axially relative to the lifting balance 3213. The lifting drive 322 drives the balance 324 to move, thereby the balance 324 drives the second lifting stop 3215 to move, the second lifting stop 3215 drives the second lifting guide 3216 to move, and the second lifting guide 3216 drives the first lifting guide 3211 to move. Thus, the balance 324 can move closer to or further away from the suspension 323 under the drive of the lifting drive 322, and the first lifting stop 3212 can limit the maximum distance away. Since the diameter of the lifting balance 3213 is larger than that of the limiting hole, it can limit the maximum distance close.

[0116] In some embodiments, the lifting drive 322 is configured to drive the first lifting guide 3211 to move axially. The first lifting guide 3211 may be configured to have an external thread, and the lifting balance part 3213 may be configured to have an internal thread that matches the external thread, so that when the axial movement stops, the external thread and the internal thread engage, thereby fixing the first lifting guide 3211 and the lifting balance part 3213 at rest, thereby realizing the self-locking function during the lifting process, so as to precisely control the lifting degree of the balance part 324.

[0117] In some embodiments, such as Figure 19 As shown, the first lifting stop 3212 can be configured to move axially relative to the first lifting guide 3211 to change the maximum distance of the balance member 324, thereby changing the lifting height range of the material receiving device 1. After the lifting height range is determined, the first lifting stop 3212 can be configured to be fastened to the first lifting guide 3211 to achieve the stopping function, preventing the first lifting guide 3211 from completely passing through the guide hole and disengaging from the suspension member 323, so as to ensure the stability of the balance member 324.

[0118] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, the suspension member 323 is positioned on the mounting part 3132 by its own weight, so that the mounting part 3132 distributes the gravity applied by the suspension member 323. The extension length of the distribution extension 3131 is set to be greater than the distance between the lifting support member 326 and the suspension member 323, so that the initial position of the lifting support member 326 is below the rolling conveyor 312, so that the material receiving device 1 can be smoothly transported to the lifting position.

[0119] In some embodiments, the lifting drive 322 drives the balance 324 to move up and down, thereby driving the lifting limit 321 connecting the balance 324 and the suspension 323 to move up and down, so that the balance 324 remains balanced during the lifting process and can limit the distance between the balance 324 and the suspension 323, so as to control the lifting height of the material receiving device 1 carried by the lifting support 326, thereby enabling the material receiving device 1 to achieve stable lifting and lowering.

[0120] In some embodiments, the suspension member 323 has a guide hole, the lifting limit member 321 is configured to pass through the guide hole, the lifting limit member 321 is configured to be fixedly connected to the balance member 324, the lifting drive member 322 is configured to be fixed to the suspension member 323 and telescopically connected to the balance member 324 to drive the balance member 324 to move up and down, thereby the balance member 324 drives the lifting limit member 321 to move up and down.

[0121] In some embodiments, such as Figure 9 As shown, multiple lifting limiters 321 can be configured and evenly distributed between the suspension member 323 and the balance member 324.

[0122] In some embodiments, the number of lifting limit members 321 is set to be equal to the number of guide holes and limit holes, and is configured to axially penetrate the guide holes and limit holes, so that the suspension member 323 and the balance member 324 can always remain parallel to ensure the stability of the lifting process.

[0123] In some embodiments, the lifting extension 325 may be configured to bypass the second lifting guide 3216 and to extend in a direction away from the balancer 324.

[0124] Figure 14 This illustration shows a perspective view of a material handling apparatus provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 14 As shown, the material handling device 7 also includes a heating element 73. The housing 71 forms a material handling space, the heating element 73 is disposed in the material handling space, and the heating element 73 forms a heating chamber. The material receiving device 1 is disposed in the heating chamber. The housing 71 and the heating element 73 are respectively configured to form axially aligned pressure openings. The pressure openings are configured to allow the pressure device 8 to pass through so that the pressure device 8 can enter the heating chamber.

[0125] In some embodiments, the shape of the heating chamber in the circumferential direction can be configured to match the shape of the material receiving device 1, so that the heating element 73 can be close to and surround the material receiving device 1 in the circumferential direction, thereby improving heating efficiency.

[0126] In some embodiments, the heating chamber may be configured to be higher than the material receiving device 1 in the axial direction, so as to allow the pressing block 81 to have room to move away from the material receiving device 1, so as to avoid the powder material volume being too large and the pressing block 81 having no space to be set.

[0127] In some embodiments, such as Figure 8 As shown, the lifting assembly 82 includes a lifting member 821 and a lifting support member 822. The lifting member 821 is configured to be connected to the pressure block 81 and to communicate with the pressure opening to extend into the heating chamber. The lifting support member 822 is configured to be able to move along the lifting fixing assembly 83 and to be able to bear the weight of the lifting member 821 to drive the pressure block 81 to move.

[0128] In some embodiments, the lifting support member 822 may be rectangular, and its center position may be fixedly connected to the lifting member 821, so that the lifting support member 822 can evenly distribute the weight it bears and ensure a smooth lifting process.

[0129] Figure 15 This illustration shows a partial structural diagram of a lifting and fixing component provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 15 As shown, the lifting and fixing assembly 83 includes a lifting guide 831, a lifting limiter 832, and a lifting self-locking member 833. The lifting guide 831 is configured to drive the lifting support member 822 to move. The lifting limiter 832 is disposed on the lifting guide 831 and is configured to limit the range of movement of the lifting support member 822. The lifting self-locking member 833 is configured to be fixedly connected to the lifting support member 822 and is configured to enable the lifting support member 822 to cooperate with the lifting guide 831.

[0130] In some embodiments, the lifting support member 822 has a plurality of lifting openings, the number of which is equal to the number of lifting guide members 831. The plurality of lifting openings and the lifting guide members 831 are arranged symmetrically along the lifting member 822 to maintain balance during the lifting process of the lifting support member 822. A lifting self-locking member 833 is configured to be fixed to the lifting openings and allow the lifting guide members 831 to pass through, ensuring that the lifting support member 822 can move along the lifting guide members 831 at a predetermined speed.

[0131] In some embodiments, the lifting guide 831 is configured to have a continuous outer guide structure, the lifting self-locking member 833 is configured to have an inner guide structure that matches the outer guide structure, and the lifting drive assembly 84 is configured to drive the lifting guide 831 to rotate so that the outer guide structure drives the inner guide structure to move, thereby converting the rotational motion of the lifting guide 831 into the linear motion of the lifting self-locking member 833.

[0132] In some embodiments, the outer guide structure and the inner guide structure may be configured as matching threaded structures, the threaded structures being distributed along the extension direction of the lifting guide 831 (e.g., axially distributed) so that the movement direction of the lifting support 822 is consistent with the extension direction of the lifting guide 831.

[0133] In some embodiments, when the lifting drive assembly 84 stops driving the lifting guide 831 to rotate, the inner guide structure of the lifting self-locking member 833 also stops, thereby stopping the movement of the lifting support member 822. The inner guide structure and the outer guide structure are engaged and fixed in a static state, thereby ensuring the static stability of the lifting support member 822 and preventing the lifting support member 822 from falling under the gravity of the pressure block 81.

[0134] In some embodiments, such as Figure 14 As shown, the lifting assembly 82 also includes a water inlet 823 and a drain 824. The lifting assembly 821 forms a cooling chamber. The water inlet 823 is configured to provide cooling medium to the cooling chamber and is configured to extend within the cooling chamber. The drain 824 is disposed on the lifting assembly 821 and is configured to communicate with the cooling chamber so that the cooling medium is discharged from the cooling chamber.

[0135] In some embodiments, such as Figure 14 As shown, the water inlet 823 can be configured to extend a distance greater than half the length of the lifting member 821, so that the cooling medium has the longest possible flow path when it leaves the drain 824, so as to fully exchange heat, improve cooling efficiency, and prevent the lifting member 821 from overheating and causing instability in the lifting process.

[0136] In some embodiments, such as Figure 14 As shown, the water inlet 823 and the drain 824 are configured to allow the cooling medium to enter and exit the cooling chamber at the same horizontal level.

[0137] In some embodiments, placing the water inlet 823 and the drain 824 at the same horizontal height can ensure that the cooling medium can be discharged smoothly and also allow the cooling medium to have a longer flow path, thereby enhancing the cooling effect.

[0138] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4As shown, the housing 71 has a first opening. The sealing component 64 is configured to partially cover the first opening. The plugging component 61 is configured to completely cover the first opening together with the sealing component 64. The locking component 62 is configured to cooperate and fix with the sealing component 64, and to fix the plugging component 61 to the sealing component 64. The locking drive component 63 is configured to drive the locking component 62 to move in the circumferential direction and to keep the locking component 62 stationary in the axial direction. By sealing the first opening formed by the housing 71 together with the plugging component 61 and the sealing component 64, the material handling device 7 is doubly sealed, making the internal material handling environment more stable. By driving the locking component 62 to move circumferentially to fix the plugging component 61 to the sealing component 64, and at the same time setting the locking component 62 to be stationary in the axial direction, the fixation between the plugging component 61 and the sealing component 64 is further strengthened, making the material receiving device 1 more stable inside the material handling device, and ensuring that the material handling process has good sealing and stability.

[0139] Figure 6 This diagram shows a bottom schematic of a sealing device provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 6 As shown, the locking drive assembly 63 includes a locking drive member 631 and a locking transmission member 632. The locking drive member 631 is disposed on the sealing assembly 64 and is configured to be connected to the locking transmission member 632 in a transmission manner. The locking transmission member 632 is configured to be rotatably connected to the locking assembly 62. The locking drive member 631 drives the locking transmission member 632 to move, thereby causing the locking assembly 62 to rotate circumferentially.

[0140] In some embodiments, the locking drive member 631 may be configured to have two ends, one end of which is fixedly connected to the sealing assembly 64, and the other end is telescopically connected to the locking transmission member 632. The locking transmission member 632 is configured to be connected to the locking assembly 62, that is, the locking transmission member 632 is configured to be able to extend into or out of the locking drive member 631 in the horizontal plane to drive the locking assembly 62 to move circumferentially in the horizontal plane.

[0141] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, the sealing assembly 64 includes a sealing member 641, a sealing extension 642, and a sealing fastener 643. The sealing fastener 643 is configured to fix the sealing member 641 to the material handling device 7. The sealing extension 642 is integrally formed with the sealing member 641. The sealing member 641 has a second opening. The sealing assembly 61 is configured to cover the second opening.

[0142] In some embodiments, the seal 641 may be configured as an annular ring, with the hollow portion of the annular ring serving as the second opening. The sealing fastener 643 may be configured as a plurality of screws to secure the seal 641 to the material handling device 7 along the outer edge of the seal 641.

[0143] In some embodiments, the sealing extension 642 is configured to extend from the radial inner edge of the seal 641, i.e., at the edge of the second opening, in a direction away from the material handling device 7, and the sealing assembly 61 is configured to cooperate with the sealing extension 642 to cover the second opening.

[0144] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, the sealing assembly 61 includes a sealing main body 611, a cover 612, and a locking fitting 613. The sealing main body 611, the cover 612, and the locking fitting 613 are integrally formed. The sealing main body 611 is configured to carry the material receiving device 1 and to pass through the second opening into the material handling device 7. The cover 612 is configured to cover the second opening. The locking fitting 613 is located on the radial outer edge of the cover 612 and is configured to cooperate with the locking assembly 62.

[0145] In some embodiments, the sealing body 611 may be configured as a frustum shape to match the bottom shape of the material receiving device 1 it supports. The diameter of the sealing body 611 is set to be larger than the diameter of the material receiving device 1 so that the material receiving device 1 can be stably disposed on the sealing body 611. The diameter of the sealing body 611 is set to be smaller than the diameter of the second opening so that the sealing body 611 can support the material receiving device 1 to pass through the second opening and enter the material handling device 7. The diameter of the cover 612 is set to be larger than the diameter of the sealing body 611 and larger than the diameter of the second opening so as to cover the second opening. Multiple locking fittings 613 are provided, and the multiple locking fittings are evenly distributed on the circumferential outer edge of the cover 612.

[0146] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 As shown, the sealing assembly 61 also includes a circumferential limiting member, which is disposed on the sealing body 611 and extends axially away from the cover 612 to circumferentially limit the material receiving device 1. The circumferential limiting member can be configured to extend a predetermined distance axially from the circumferential outer edge of the sealing body 611 and together with the sealing body 611 to form a groove-like structure capable of accommodating the material receiving device 1. Alternatively, the circumferential limiting member can be configured as multiple evenly distributed tooth-like structures, extending axially on the circumferential outer edge of the sealing body 611 to prevent the material receiving device 1 from sliding off the sealing body 611.

[0147] In some embodiments, the sealing extension 642 includes a transition portion 6421 and a fitting portion 6422, which are integrally formed. The transition portion 6421 is configured to extend axially along the second opening, and the fitting portion 6422 is configured to avoid obstructing the second opening and to cooperate with the cover 612 to seal the second opening.

[0148] In some embodiments, the transition portion 6421 may be configured to extend along the edge of the second opening in a direction perpendicular to the plane where the seal 641 is located, with the extension direction opposite to the direction of the material handling device 7, and the extension of the transition portion 6421 does not obstruct the cylindrical shape of the second opening; the fitting portion 6422 is configured to extend in a direction parallel to the plane where the seal 641 is located, and is configured to be annular without obstructing the second opening, that is, the fitting portion 6422 is configured as an eave-like structure extending radially outward toward the transition portion 6421, so as to fit with the cover 612, thereby achieving a seal on the second opening.

[0149] Figure 7 This illustration shows a structural schematic diagram of a locking assembly provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 4 and Figure 7 As shown, the locking assembly 62 includes a locking reinforcement 621, a circumferential locking member 622, a locking connector 623, and an axial limiting member 624. The locking reinforcement 621, the circumferential locking member 622, and the axial limiting member 624 are integrally formed. The circumferential locking member 622 is configured to surround the cover member 612. The locking reinforcement 621 is configured to extend radially inward along the circumferential locking member 622. The locking reinforcement 621 is configured to be evenly spaced circumferentially. The locking connector 623 is configured to be rotatably connected to the locking transmission member 632. The axial limiting member 624 is configured to cooperate and fix with the fitting part 6422 so that the locking assembly 62 is fixed to the sealing assembly 64.

[0150] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, the locking mating member 613 can be configured to abut against the radial inner side of the circumferential locking member 622 in the radial direction; the locking reinforcement member 621 can be configured to abut against the radial outer side of the cover member 612 in the radial direction; and the locking mating member 613 is configured to abut against the locking reinforcement member 621 in the circumferential direction, so that the locking assembly 62 and the sealing assembly 61 are fixed in the circumferential direction.

[0151] In some embodiments, multiple locking reinforcement members 621 are provided, and correspondingly, the number of locking mating members 613 is set to be the same as the number of locking reinforcement members 621, so as to achieve a one-to-one correspondence between the locking mating members 613 and the locking reinforcement members 621.

[0152] In some embodiments, the axial limiting member 624 may be configured to extend a predetermined length radially inward from one axial end of the circumferential locking member 622.

[0153] In some embodiments, such as Figure 4 As shown, the sealing member 641, the fitting part 6422 and the transition part 6421 are configured to form a radially open groove structure, and the axial limiting member 624 is configured to engage with the groove structure so that the circumferential locking member 622 can be fixed in the axial direction.

[0154] In some embodiments, the axial limiting member 624 may be configured to extend in a direction parallel to the plane of the cover member 612, so that the extension direction of the axial limiting member 624 is consistent with the opening direction of the groove structure to form an annular structure, thereby engaging with the groove structure; and the axial thickness of the axial limiting member 624 is configured to be consistent with the axial length of the groove structure, so as to avoid gaps after the axial limiting member 624 is engaged with the groove structure, and to prevent the circumferential locking member 622 from displacing in the axial direction, so as to ensure the firmness of the seal.

[0155] In some embodiments, such as Figure 5 and Figure 7 As shown, both the locking mating part 613 and the locking reinforcement part 621 are configured as toothed structures that can engage with each other, and the mating sides of the toothed structures are configured as matching concave and convex structures to ensure a tight engagement.

[0156] In some embodiments, the locking drive 631 drives the locking transmission 632 to extend and retract, and further drives the circumferential locking member 622 and the locking reinforcement member 621 to rotate in a clockwise or counterclockwise direction through the locking connector 623, so that the locking reinforcement member 621 and the locking mating member 613 can be matched and engaged or disengaged, so as to realize the overall locking and unlocking of the sealing device 6, so as to facilitate the material receiving device 1 to be sent into or removed from the material handling device 7.

[0157] By using the sealing device 6 to seal the material container 1 inside the material handling device 7, a sealed reaction environment is provided, and the material container 1 is also supported, so as to ensure the safety and stability of the reaction process.

[0158] In some embodiments, such as Figure 16 As shown, the clamping and transferring device 4 also includes an extension component 43, wherein the clamping component 41 is disposed on the extension component 43, and multiple clamping components 41 are configured to be able to open and close relative to each other along a first direction to clamp the material receiving device 1. The sliding component 42 is configured to drive the extension component 43 to reciprocate along a second direction, thereby driving the clamping components 41 to reciprocate synchronously to transfer the material receiving device 1. The first direction is perpendicular to the second direction.

[0159] The clamping and transferring device 4 provided in the embodiments of this application clamps the material receiving device 1 by the relative opening and closing motion of multiple clamping components 41, and drives the sliding component 42 to slide, thereby causing the clamping component 41 to drive the material receiving device 1 to reciprocate, so as to realize the transfer of the material receiving device 1. This enables the material receiving device 1 to be smoothly transferred to the next processing step.

[0160] Figure 17 This illustration shows a partial structural diagram of a clamping assembly provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 16 and Figure 17 As shown, the clamping assembly 41 includes a clamping mating member 411, a clamping driving member 412, and a clamping guide member 413. The clamping guide member 413 is fixedly connected to the extension assembly 43. The clamping driving member 412 is disposed on the extension assembly 43 and is configured to drive the clamping mating member 411 to move relative to it. The clamping guide member 413 and the clamping driving member 412 are fixedly connected to the clamping mating member 411 so that when the clamping driving member 412 drives the clamping mating member 411 to move, it can drive the clamping guide member 413 to move together with the clamping mating member 411.

[0161] In some embodiments, the clamping mating member 411 includes a clamping mating part 4111 and a clamping transition part 4112. The clamping mating part 4111 is integrally formed with the clamping transition part 4112, and the side of the clamping mating part 4111 that mates with the material receiving device 1 is configured to match the external shape of the material receiving device 1 (e.g., arc shape) so as to fit the external shape of the material receiving device 1, thereby achieving clamping of the material receiving device 1.

[0162] In some embodiments, the clamping transition portion 4112 is configured to extend toward the side away from the material receiving device 1 and is configured to form a plurality of telescopic holes. The clamping drive member 412 and the clamping guide member 413 are configured to pass through and be fixed in the plurality of telescopic holes, so that when the clamping drive member 412 drives the clamping mating member 411 to move together, the clamping guide member 413 also moves together.

[0163] In some embodiments, a gap is formed between the clamping transition portion 4112 and the clamping mating portion 4111 to allow the clamping drive member 412 and the clamping guide member 413 to extend within the gap when passing through the telescopic hole, thereby preventing the clamping drive member 412 and the clamping guide member 413 from directly contacting the clamping mating portion 4111. This distributes the force applied by the clamping drive member 412 evenly on the clamping transition portion 4112, so that the clamping mating portion 4111 is subjected to uniform force, thereby making it more stable when clamping the material receiving device 1.

[0164] In some embodiments, the clamping mating members 411 may be provided in an even number (e.g., 4) and arranged in pairs opposite each other so that they can achieve a closing shape during relative opening and closing movements, so as to perform multiple sets of clamping on the material receiving device 1 in the axial direction and enhance clamping stability.

[0165] In some embodiments, such as Figure 16 As shown, the extension component 43 includes: a vertical extension 431, a reinforcing member 432, a horizontal extension 433, and a sealing member 434. The horizontal extension 433, the vertical extension 431, and the sealing member 434 are integrally formed. The extension direction of the vertical extension 431 is set to be perpendicular to both the first direction and the second direction. The reinforcing member 432 and the vertical extension 431 are set to extend between the horizontal extension 433 and the sliding component 42. The horizontal extension 433 is set to extend between the vertical extension 431 and the sealing member 434. The horizontal extension 433 is fixedly connected to the clamping guide 413 and the clamping drive 412, and is set to allow the clamping guide 413 and the clamping drive 412 to pass through, so as to drive the clamping mating member 411 to move closer to or away from the horizontal extension 433.

[0166] In some embodiments, the extension component 43 may be configured to be symmetrical about the material receiving device 1 to clamp the material receiving device 1 from opposite directions.

[0167] In some embodiments, the clamping drive member 412 and the clamping guide member 413 are configured to extend between the horizontal extension member 433 and the clamping mating member 411. The horizontal extension member 433 is configured to fix one end of the clamping drive member 412 away from the clamping mating member 411 and to balance one end of the clamping guide member 413 away from the clamping mating member 411, so as to ensure that the clamping drive member 412 and the clamping guide member 413 remain on the same horizontal plane, so that the clamping mating member 411 is subjected to uniform force.

[0168] In some embodiments, the vertical extension 431 is configured to extend along the axial direction of the material receiving device 1 and form a transfer operation space so that the material receiving device 1 has sufficient room to move during clamping and transfer, and avoids collisions.

[0169] Figure 18 This illustration shows a schematic diagram from one perspective of the clamping and transferring device provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 18 As shown, the sliding component 42 includes a sliding frame 421, a slide rail 422, and a sliding drive member 423. The sliding drive member 423 is configured to drive the sliding frame 421 to reciprocate along the slide rail 422. The sliding frame 421 is configured to be vertically fixed to the vertical extension member 431.

[0170] In some embodiments, the sliding frame 421 may be configured as a rectangular frame and configured to extend in a first direction with a range greater than that of the extension component 43; the reinforcing member 432 is configured to be fixedly connected at one end to the right angle of the sliding frame 421, and the other end of the reinforcing member 432 is configured to be fixedly connected to the horizontal extension member 433. The inclined extension of the reinforcing member 432 can disperse the force applied to the vertical extension member 431 and enhance the stability of the extension component 43.

[0171] In some embodiments, the sliding drive 423 is configured to extend and retract in a second direction to reciprocate with the sliding frame 421.

[0172] In some embodiments, the horizontal extension 433 is configured to extend in a direction tangential to the surface of the material receiving device 1, and is configured to extend in a second direction to a greater extent than the extension range of the sliding frame 421, so that the clamping assembly 41 can extend beyond the vertical projection range of the sliding assembly 42, and further extend to the range of the next process.

[0173] In some embodiments, the vertical extension 431 includes a first vertical extension 4311, a second vertical extension 4312, a third vertical extension 4313, and a fourth vertical extension 4314. The first vertical extension 4311, the second vertical extension 4312, the third vertical extension 4313, and the fourth vertical extension 4314 are arranged to be parallel to each other and of equal length, and are all arranged to be vertically fixed to the sliding component 42 and the horizontal extension 433.

[0174] In some embodiments, such as Figure 16 As shown, the first vertical extension 4311, the second vertical extension 4312, the third vertical extension 4313 and the fourth vertical extension 4314 are configured to be vertically fixed to the sliding frame 421, and the shape formed by the connection with the sliding frame 421 is rectangular.

[0175] In some embodiments, the horizontal extension 433 includes a first horizontal extension 4331, a second horizontal extension 4332, a third horizontal extension 4333, and a fourth horizontal extension 4334. The first horizontal extension 4331, the second horizontal extension 4332, the third horizontal extension 4333, and the fourth horizontal extension 4334 are all configured to extend along the movement direction of the sliding component 42 and have equal lengths. The first horizontal extension 4331 and the second horizontal extension 4332 are configured to extend between the sealing member 434 and the first vertical extension 4311, and the third horizontal extension 4333 and the fourth horizontal extension 4334 are configured to extend between the sealing member 434 and the third vertical extension 4313.

[0176] In some embodiments, the sealing member 434 may be provided in multiple (e.g., two) configurations, and configured to be parallel to the vertical extension member 431, and configured to connect the first horizontal extension 4331 and the second horizontal extension 4332, and to connect the third horizontal extension 4333 and the fourth horizontal extension 4334.

[0177] In some embodiments, the sealing member 434 is configured to be located in the same plane in a second direction as the first horizontal extension 4331, the second horizontal extension 4332, the first vertical extension 4311, and the second vertical extension 4312; correspondingly, the sealing member 434 is configured to be located in the same plane in a second direction as the third horizontal extension 4333, the fourth horizontal extension 4334, the third vertical extension 4313, and the fourth vertical extension 4314.

[0178] In some embodiments, the first vertical extension 4311 and the second vertical extension 4312 are configured to allow the second horizontal extension 4332 to pass through and are configured to be vertically fixed, and the fourth vertical extension 4314 is configured to allow the fourth horizontal extension 4334 to pass through and are configured to be vertically fixed. This configuration causes the vertical extension 431 and the horizontal extension 433 to form an overlapping frame structure, which improves the overall robustness and stability of the extension assembly 43.

[0179] In some embodiments, such as Figure 17 As shown, the clamping guide 413 includes a clamping guide portion 4131, a guide mating portion 4132, a guide fixing portion 4133, and a guide extension portion 4134. The horizontal extension 433 has a plurality of guide openings. The guide fixing portion 4133 is configured to fix the guide mating portion 4132 in the guide openings. The guide mating portion 4132 is configured to allow the clamping guide portion 4131 to pass through the guide openings. The guide extension portion 4134 is configured to be coaxially connected to the clamping guide portion 4131 and to be fixedly connected to the clamping mating portion 411.

[0180] In some embodiments, the clamping guide portion 4131 is coaxially connected to the guide extension portion 4134, and the guide extension portion 4134 is configured with a diameter smaller than that of the clamping guide portion 4131. The diameter of the guide extension portion 4134 is configured to be equal to the diameter of the telescopic hole, so that the guide extension portion 4134 is fixed in the telescopic hole. The diameter of the clamping guide portion 4131 is configured to be larger than that of the telescopic hole, so as to prevent the clamping guide portion 4131 from passing through the telescopic hole, so that when the clamping mating member 411 moves relative to it, the clamping guide portion 4131 can press against and push the clamping transition portion 4112.

[0181] In some embodiments, such as Figure 17As shown, the clamping drive member 412 includes a clamping drive part 4121, a drive fixing part 4122, and a drive transmission part 4123. The drive fixing part 4122 is configured to fix the clamping drive part 4121 to the horizontal extension member 433 and is configured to pass through the guide opening. The drive transmission part 4123 is configured to be fixedly connected to the clamping mating member 411. The clamping drive part 4121 is configured to be drively connected to the drive transmission part 4123 and is configured to drive the drive transmission part 4123 to extend and retract from the clamping drive part 4121.

[0182] In some embodiments, the drive transmission part 4123 may be configured to pass through the telescopic hole and extend to be fixedly connected with the clamping mating part 4111. The clamping drive part 4121 drives the transmission part 4123 to telescopically move, thereby causing the clamping mating part 411 to move together. The clamping mating part 411 can drive the clamping guide part 413 fixed in the telescopic hole to move, thereby making the relative opening and closing movement in the first direction more stable.

[0183] In some embodiments, the clamping guides 413 may be multiple and need to be symmetrically distributed along the clamping drive 412.

[0184] In some embodiments, the length of the clamping guide 4131 is set to be greater than the unidirectional displacement of the clamping mating member 411, so as to avoid the clamping guide 4131 from slipping out of the guide mating member 4132 due to insufficient length.

[0185] In some embodiments, such as Figure 1 , Figure 2 and Figure 16 As shown, the clamping assembly 41 is configured to be driven from a single-layer space to a multi-layer space by the extension assembly 43, so as to transport the material receiving device 1 clamped by the clamping assembly 41 to the lifting device 5.

[0186] In some embodiments, the clamping and transfer device 4 drives the material receiving device 1 to move within the receiving space, thereby connecting the material receiving device 1 between different processing steps, improving the level of automation, reducing manual operation, and ensuring that the clamping and transfer process is smooth and that the material will not spill.

[0187] Figure 11 This illustration shows a cross-sectional schematic diagram of a material receiving device provided in an embodiment of this application. In some embodiments, such as... Figure 10 and Figure 11As shown, the first receiving member 11 includes a supporting part 112 and a first receiving part 111. The supporting part 112 and the first receiving part 111 are integrally formed. The first receiving part 111 and the supporting part 112 are configured to form a material receiving space 114. Powdered radioactive material or solid radioactive material is disposed in the material receiving space 114 and is supported by the supporting part 112. When the second receiving member 12 is lifted by an external force, the first receiving part 111 and the second receiving member 12 are separated.

[0188] In some embodiments, the material receiving space 114 enclosed by the carrier portion 112 and the first receiving portion 111 can be configured as a cylindrical space to reduce the sharp corners in the material receiving space 114, prevent the powdered radioactive material from accumulating and clogging at the sharp corners, and enable the powdered radioactive material to be fully processed.

[0189] In some embodiments, such as Figure 11 As shown, the first receiving member 11 also includes a first protrusion 113, which is integrally formed with the first receiving member 111 and is configured to prevent the first receiving member 111 from falling off when an external force lifts it.

[0190] In some embodiments, the first protrusion 113 is disposed at a predetermined height of the first receiving portion 111, and the predetermined height is set such that the distance between it and the supporting portion 112 is greater than the distance between it and the second receiving member 12, so that when the first receiving portion 111 is lifted by an external force, there is a sufficient distance between it and the supporting portion 112 for contact when the external force lifts it.

[0191] In some embodiments, the first protrusion 113 is configured to extend a predetermined distance along the direction away from the material receiving space 114 of the first receiving portion 111, so as to facilitate external lifting from the outside of the material receiving space 114 and avoid contact with the powdered radioactive material inside the material receiving space 114.

[0192] In some embodiments, the second receiving member 12 includes a second receiving portion 121, a second protrusion 122, and a third protrusion 123. The second receiving portion 121, the second protrusion 122, and the third protrusion 123 are integrally formed. The third protrusion 123 is configured to prevent the second receiving portion 121 from falling off when an external force lifts it. The second protrusion 122 is configured to cooperate with the first protrusion 113 to achieve a circumferential seal of the material receiving space.

[0193] In some embodiments, the second protrusion 122 is configured to extend a predetermined distance along the direction of the second receiving portion 121 away from the material receiving space 114, so that the second protrusion 122 can rest on the first protrusion 113, so that when the first protrusion 113 is lifted by an external force, the second protrusion 122 can be lifted together; the third protrusion 123 is configured to extend a predetermined distance along the direction of the second receiving portion 121 away from the material receiving space 114, so as to increase the point of force application for lifting by the external force, and the external force lifts directly into contact with the first protrusion 113 and the third protrusion 123, thereby driving the second receiving member 12 as a whole to be lifted by the external force.

[0194] In some embodiments, the third protrusion 123 may be disposed at the axial center of the second receiving portion 121 so that the distance between the third protrusion 123 and the first protrusion 113 can be adapted to the contact position when the external force lifts it.

[0195] In some embodiments, the first protrusion 113 and the second protrusion 122 are configured to have equal radial thickness, and the first protrusion 113 and the second protrusion 122 are configured to be axially connected to form an outer seam.

[0196] In some embodiments, the first protrusion 113 and the second protrusion 122 are configured to have equal radial thickness, that is, the first protrusion 113 and the second protrusion 122 extend at equal distances away from the material receiving space 114, thereby making the circumferential outer surface formed by the contact of the first protrusion 113 and the second protrusion 122 smooth, so that the contact is more stable when the second receiving member 12 is placed on the first receiving member 11 by its own weight.

[0197] In some embodiments, the first receiving member 11 and the second receiving member 12 cooperate to form an inner seam that is radially inward and an outer seam that is radially outward. The second receiving portion 121 is configured to be axially connected to the first receiving portion 111 to form an inner seam. The axial heights of the inner seam and the outer seam are set to be different.

[0198] In some embodiments, the first receiving portion 111 is configured to have the same radial thickness as the second receiving portion 121 to make the radially inner surface at the inner joint smooth, so as to prevent the powdered radioactive material from accumulating and clogging at the inner joint.

[0199] In some embodiments, such as Figure 11As shown, the first protrusion 113 can be configured to be lower than the inner joint in axial height, and the second protrusion 122 can be configured to extend axially toward the position of the first protrusion 113, so that the outer joint formed by the first protrusion 113 and the second protrusion 122 is lower than the inner joint. This configuration allows the second receiving member 12 to achieve a fitting connection with the first receiving member 11 by its own weight, thereby making the contact more stable. At the same time, the inner joint and the outer joint are misaligned in the axial direction, which can further prevent powdered radioactive materials from escaping from the inner joint.

[0200] In some embodiments, such as Figure 11 As shown, the cover 13 is configured to cover the second receiving portion 121. The cover 13 includes a first cover 131, a second cover 132, an opening sealing member 133, and a gripping member 134. The first cover 131 has an opening, the second cover 132 is configured to cover the opening, the opening sealing member 133 is disposed on the second cover 132 and configured to block the opening, and the gripping member 134 is configured to facilitate the removal of the first cover 131 and the second cover 132.

[0201] In some embodiments, such as Figure 11 As shown, the outer diameter of the first cover 131 is set to be larger than the outer diameter of the second receiving portion 121, and the radial outer edge of the first cover 131 is set to extend a predetermined length in the direction of the second receiving portion 121 to form a radial covering of the second receiving portion 121.

[0202] In some embodiments, the grips 134 may be provided in multiple ways, wherein a single grip may be provided on the second cover 132, the single grip being configured to be symmetrical about the center of the second cover 132 so that the second cover 132 can remain balanced when it is removed; a plurality of grips (e.g., two) may be provided on the first cover 131, the plurality of grips being configured to be symmetrical about the center of the first cover 131 so that there are multiple gripping points when the operator removes the first cover 131 so as to distribute the weight of the first cover 131.

[0203] In some embodiments, the second cover 132 is configured with a diameter greater than the diameter of the opening and less than the diameter of the first cover 131, and the opening sealing member 133 is configured with an outer diameter equal to the diameter of the opening.

[0204] In some embodiments, such as Figure 10 As shown, the diameter of the second cover 132 is larger than the diameter of the opening, allowing the second cover 132 to be positioned axially at the opening of the first cover 131 by its own weight, and to cover the surface of the opening; as Figure 11As shown, the opening sealing member 133 is configured to pass through the opening of the first cover member 131 to achieve internal sealing of the opening, so as to ensure that the top of the material containing space 114 can be sealed, thereby preventing leakage of powdery radioactive materials.

[0205] In some embodiments, the first cover 131 may be configured to be disposed axially at the second receiving portion 121 by its own weight, which can both seal the connection with the second receiving portion 121 and facilitate the removal of the first cover 131 when conveying powdered radioactive material to the material receiving space 114.

[0206] In some embodiments, the clamping engagement portion 4111 is configured as an arc shape that matches the shape of the first receiving portion 111 and the second receiving portion 121 to avoid gaps during clamping; and the first protrusion portion 113 and the third protrusion portion 123 are configured to cooperate with the clamping engagement portion 4111, so that the lower surface of the protrusion can be supported on the clamping engagement portion 4111 by its own weight. The clamping engagement portion 4111 is configured to have a predetermined thickness in the radial direction, and the predetermined thickness is not less than the radial thickness of the first protrusion portion 113 and the third protrusion portion 123, so as to make the gravity fit tighter.

[0207] In some embodiments, such as Figure 10 and Figure 13 As shown, the cover 13 of the material receiving device 1 is removed so that the second receiving part 121 is directly pressed and sealed against the top sealing member 214.

[0208] Regarding the embodiments of this application, it should also be noted that, without conflict, the embodiments of this application and the features in the embodiments can be combined with each other to obtain new embodiments.

[0209] The above are merely specific embodiments of this application, but the scope of protection of this application is not limited thereto. The scope of protection of this application shall be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A curing method for converting powdered materials into ingot-like materials, characterized in that, The method is carried out by a curing device, which includes a material receiving device (1), a vacuum feeding device (2), a conveying and lifting device (3), a clamping and transferring device (4), a lifting device (5), a sealing device (6), a material handling device (7), and a pressurizing device (8), and includes the following steps: S10: The material receiving device (1) is transported to the feeding position using the conveying lifting device (3); S20: At the feeding position, the powdered material is conveyed to the material receiving device (1) using the vacuum feeding device (2); S30: The material receiving device (1) containing the powdered material is transferred to the lifting device (5) using the clamping and transferring device (4); S40: The material receiving device (1) is sent into the material handling device (7) using the lifting device (5); S50: Heat the material handling device (7) and apply pressure to the material using the pressurizing device (8) so that the material is transformed into ingot-shaped material in the material receiving device (1); S60: Use the lifting device (5) to move the material receiving device (1) out of the material handling device (7); S70: The material receiving device (1) is transferred to the feeding position using the clamping and transferring device (4); S80: The ingot-shaped material in the material receiving device (1) is transferred using the conveying lifting device (3).

2. The method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The conveying and lifting device (3) includes a conveying assembly (31) and a lifting assembly (32). In step S10, the following steps are also included: S11: Start the conveying assembly (31) to transport the material receiving device (1) to the lifting position along the first direction of movement; S12: After the material receiving device (1) reaches the lifting position, the lifting assembly (32) is activated to transport the material receiving device (1) along the second movement direction to the feeding position, and the feeding position is set to overlap with the vertical projection of the lifting position.

3. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The vacuum feeding device (2) is located at the feeding position. In step S12, the lifting assembly (32) is used to press the material receiving device (1) against the vacuum feeding device (2) so that the powdered material can flow.

4. The method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The clamping and transferring device (4) includes a clamping assembly (41) and a sliding assembly (42). The sliding assembly (42) can drive the clamping assembly (41) to move along the first movement direction. The clamping assembly (41) is configured to remain in a fixed position in the second movement direction. In step S30, the following steps are included: S31: Control the lifting assembly (32) to move along the second movement direction to the clamping position, the clamping position being configured to enable the material receiving device (1) to cooperate with the clamping assembly (41); S32: The material receiving device (1) is clamped using the clamping assembly (41); S33: The sliding component (42) drives the clamping component (41) and the material receiving device (1) to move along the first movement direction to above the lifting device (5).

5. The method according to claim 4, characterized in that, Step S40 also includes the following steps: S41: Control the lifting device (5) to move along the second movement direction to the lifting position to carry the material receiving device (1), the lifting position is set to be flush with the clamping position in the second movement direction; S42: Control the sliding component (42) to move along the first movement direction, so as to drive the clamping component (41) to the clamping position; S43: Control the lifting device (5) to continue moving along the second direction of movement, thereby sending the material receiving device (1) into the material handling device (7); S44: After the material receiving device (1) is sent into the material handling device (7), the sealing device (6) is activated to seal the material handling device (7).

6. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that, Step S60 also includes the following steps: S61: Release the sealing device (6) from the material handling device (7) so that the material receiving device (1) falls onto the lifting device (5); S62: Control the lifting device (5) to move along the second movement direction to the lifting position, so as to move the material receiving device (1) out of the material handling device (7).

7. The method according to claim 5, characterized in that, Step S70 also includes the following steps: S71: Control the sliding component (42) to drive the clamping component (41) to move along the first movement direction to the lifting position; S72: The material receiving device (1) is clamped using the clamping assembly (41); S73: Control the sliding component (42) to drive the clamping component (41) to move along the first movement direction to the clamping position; S74: Control the lifting assembly (32) to move along the second movement direction to the clamping position to carry the material receiving device.

8. The method according to claim 4 or 5, characterized in that, The material containing device (1) includes a first containing member (11) and a second containing member (12), which together contain the powdered material. Step S50 includes the following steps: S51: The powdered material is heated using the material handling device (7); S52: When the powdered material is partially melted, the tail gas in the material processing device (7) is discharged; S53: The partially molten material is compressed within the first container (11) by the weight of the pressurizing device (8) to form the ingot-shaped material; S54: After the material is transformed into the ingot-shaped material, heating of the material is stopped.

9. The method according to claim 8, characterized in that, The S80 step also includes the following steps: S81: Control the clamping assembly (41) to release the clamp on the first receiving member (11) so that the first receiving member (11) falls onto the lifting assembly (32); S82: Control the lifting assembly (32) to move along the second movement direction to the lifting position so that the first receiving member (11) containing the ingot material falls onto the conveying assembly (31); S83: Activate the conveying assembly (31) to move the first receiving member (11) along the first direction of movement to remove the ingot material.

10. The method according to claim 9, characterized in that, The S80 step also includes the following steps: S84: After the ingot material is removed, the clamping assembly (41) is kept holding the second container (12) still, and the first container (11) with the ingot material removed is transported to the lifting position by the conveying assembly (31). S85: Control the lifting assembly (32) to transport the first container (11) to the clamping position so that the first container (11) can together with the second container (12) contain the powdered material.

11. The method according to claim 10, characterized in that, It also includes step S90: repeating steps S20-S80 to process all powdered materials that need to be cured.

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