Automatic egg product conveying equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to the technical field of storage, and discloses egg product automatic conveying equipment which comprises a box body with an opening in the top, a fixing plate is arranged in the box body, and a plurality of through holes are formed in the fixing plate; a plurality of shielding sets are arranged in the box body, each shielding set comprises side grooves formed in the inner walls of the two sides of the box body, baffles are slidably connected into the side grooves, and every two baffles abut against each other; a plurality of storage areas are arranged in the box body, the abutting positions of the two baffles are located between the through holes and the storage areas in the vertical direction, and flexible layers used for bearing eggs are arranged in the storage areas; the device further comprises an adjusting mechanism used for adjusting the distance between the two baffles. According to the scheme, the problem that eggs are prone to being damaged in the transportation period of an existing egg packaging box is mainly solved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of storage technology, and more specifically to an automatic egg conveying device. Background Technology

[0002] Eggs are an excellent source of high-quality protein. The choline in eggs plays a significant role in the development of the nervous system and the body, while lecithin can promote liver cell regeneration, increase the amount of plasma protein in the human body, and enhance the body's metabolic and immune functions. As people's demand for eggs increases, the transportation of eggs will be involved. The transportation method requires the use of containers to store multiple eggs. However, the traditional storage method mainly involves randomly piling multiple eggs in a container. During transportation, the eggs will move randomly, causing them to break.

[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, Chinese Patent CN220221490U discloses a suspended, shockproof, double-layered protective egg packaging box. The box includes a packaging box and a top cover. One side of the packaging box is rotatably connected to one side of the top cover. The packaging box has raised isolation pillars inside. A ring of spring-loaded male and female buckles surrounds the packaging box and top cover, interlocking with each other. A protective film is fixedly connected inside the packaging box and top cover using a heat-pressing process. After heat-pressing, the protective film forms an arc-shaped cavity between the isolation pillars. The height of the spring-loaded male buckle is higher than the height of the spring-loaded female buckle, creating a ventilation gap after the packaging box and top cover are closed. This egg packaging box can separate and store multiple eggs, preventing irregular movement during transportation and effectively protecting the eggs.

[0004] The above-mentioned egg packaging boxes have the following problems during actual use: Although they can separate and store multiple eggs, the packaging boxes are made of plastic and the eggs are in direct contact with the packaging boxes. If the packaging boxes collide with external objects during transportation, or if the packaging boxes collide with external objects, the packaging boxes will deform, which will then squeeze the eggs inside and cause them to break. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The present invention aims to provide an automated egg conveying device to solve the problem that eggs are easily damaged during transportation using existing egg packaging boxes.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: an automatic egg conveying device, comprising a box with an open top, a fixed plate inside the box, and several through holes on the fixed plate; several shielding groups inside the box, each shielding group comprising side grooves formed on the inner walls of both sides of the box, with baffles slidably connected in the side grooves, the two baffles abutting each other; several storage areas inside the box, the abutting position of the two baffles being located vertically between the through holes and the storage area, the storage area being provided with a flexible layer for receiving eggs; and an adjustment mechanism for adjusting the distance between the two baffles.

[0007] The principles and advantages of this scheme are: 1. Place multiple eggs into multiple through holes so that the eggs are on the surface of two baffles. In the initial state, the two baffles are against each other and located below the through holes. Therefore, the two baffles and the through holes can form a temporary storage space for the eggs. Furthermore, the eggs can be placed on the two baffles through the through holes without the need for hand-operated insertion into the box, making the operation simpler.

[0008] 2. After the egg is placed on the surface of the two baffles, the adjustment mechanism increases the distance between the two baffles, that is, the two baffles move further apart, and the egg falls through the gap between the two baffles into the storage area for storage. Then, the adjustment mechanism decreases the distance between the two baffles, that is, the two baffles move closer together and abut against each other. In other words, the two baffles can block the through hole, thereby protecting the egg and preventing it from being damaged by external objects.

[0009] Furthermore, the end of the baffle near the through hole is provided with a bevel.

[0010] With the above setup, when the two baffles come into contact, the two inclined surfaces together form a limiting groove, which is used to initially limit the egg and also promotes the egg to be placed in the center; when the two baffles move away from each other, it can promote the egg to fall into the storage area faster and more accurately.

[0011] Furthermore, the bottom of the baffle is rotatably connected to a rotating shaft, and a first torsion spring is provided between the rotating shaft and the baffle. A pressure plate is provided on the rotating shaft, and the distance between the two pressure plates gradually decreases from top to bottom. The bottom of the side groove is vertically provided with an extension groove for storing the pressure plate, and the edge of the extension groove is located on the movement trajectory of the pressure plate.

[0012] With the above settings, when the two baffles are far apart, the baffles drive the pressure plate to move synchronously, causing the pressure plate to rotate and retract into the extension groove due to the pressure of the side groove edge, and the first torsion spring deforms; when the two baffles are close together, the baffles drive the pressure plate to move synchronously, causing the pressure plate to move out of the side groove and away from the side groove edge, and the pressure plate rotates in the opposite direction under the action of the first torsion spring, allowing the pressure plate to reset. At this time, the pressure plate abuts against the top of the egg, which can limit the position of the egg.

[0013] Furthermore, a first sponge layer is provided at the bottom of the pressure plate.

[0014] With the above setup, the first sponge layer replaces the pressure plate in contact with the egg, thus better protecting the egg.

[0015] Furthermore, the adjustment mechanism includes a chamber formed on the housing, several adjustment shafts rotatably connected to the chamber, the chamber communicating with the side groove, and a second torsion spring provided between the adjustment shaft and the chamber; cylindrical cams are symmetrically and coaxially connected to both ends of the adjustment shaft, the cylindrical cams are provided with curved grooves, and adjustment blocks are slidably connected in the curved grooves, with the adjustment blocks fixedly connected to the baffle; it also includes an adjustment part for driving multiple adjustment shafts to rotate synchronously.

[0016] With the above settings, the adjustment unit drives multiple adjustment shafts to rotate synchronously. During the rotation of the adjustment shafts, the adjustment shafts drive the cylindrical cams at both ends to rotate. The cylindrical cams drive the baffles to move laterally through the curved grooves and adjustment blocks, causing the two baffles to move away from each other and closer together.

[0017] Furthermore, the adjustment unit includes an operating shaft coaxially connected to a single adjustment shaft and a belt that simultaneously connects multiple adjustment shafts. The operating shaft is rotatably connected to the housing.

[0018] With the above settings, rotating the operating shaft drives a single adjusting shaft to rotate, and multiple adjusting shafts rotate synchronously via belts.

[0019] Furthermore, a turntable is fixed to the operating shaft.

[0020] With the above setup, the rotating shaft is driven by the turntable, making it easier for staff to operate.

[0021] Furthermore, the box is equipped with several clamping mechanisms located within the storage area; the clamping mechanism includes clamping blocks that are laterally slidably connected to the inner walls on both sides of the box, the clamping blocks extend into the cavity, the clamping blocks are provided with a second sponge layer, and the clamping blocks are fixedly connected to the adjusting blocks.

[0022] With the above configuration, both the baffles and clamping blocks move synchronously with the adjusting block. Therefore, when the two baffles move away from each other, the two clamping blocks also move away, allowing the egg to fall into the storage area. When the two baffles move closer together, they can block the through-hole, thus protecting the egg. When the two baffles move closer together, the two clamping blocks also move closer, clamping and positioning the egg to prevent it from shaking during transportation and thus preventing breakage. Furthermore, the second sponge layer, instead of the clamping blocks, contacts the egg, providing even better protection.

[0023] Furthermore, the flexible layer is U-shaped, with the middle part of the flexible layer fixed to the bottom of the storage area, and the clamping block passes through the end of the flexible layer. Limiting blocks are provided on both sides of the flexible layer on the clamping block.

[0024] With the above configuration, when the two clamping blocks are far apart, their interaction with the limiting blocks on both sides of the U-shaped flexible layer maximizes the distance between the two ends of the flexible layer, allowing the egg to enter between them. When the two clamping blocks are close together, their interaction with the limiting blocks on both sides of the U-shaped flexible layer minimizes the distance between the two ends of the flexible layer. This allows the bottom center sides of the flexible layer to be close to the left and right sides of the egg, creating a wrapping effect and increasing the contact area between the flexible layer and the egg for better protection. Attached Figure Description

[0025] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an embodiment of the automatic egg conveying device of the present invention; Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the internal structure of the middle box; Figure 3 for Figure 2 Enlarged view of point A in the middle. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The following detailed description illustrates the specific implementation method: The reference numerals in the accompanying drawings include: housing 10, fixing plate 11, through hole 12, baffle 13, inclined surface 14, rotating shaft 20, pressure plate 21, first sponge layer 22, extension groove 23, storage area 24, first torsion spring 25, flexible layer 26, chamber 30, adjusting shaft 31, second torsion spring 32, cylindrical cam 33, adjusting block 34, operating shaft 35, belt 36, turntable 37, clamping block 40, second sponge layer 41, and limiting block 42.

[0027] The basics are as follows: Figure 1 Appendix Figure 2 and attached Figure 3 As shown: An automatic egg conveying device includes a box 10 with an open top. A fixing plate 11 is fixedly connected inside the box 10. Several through holes 12 are opened on the fixing plate 11 along the length of the box 10. Several blocking groups are provided inside the box 10 along the length of the box 10. The blocking groups include side grooves opened on the inner walls of both sides of the box 10. Baffles 13 are slidably connected in the side grooves. Two baffles 13 abut against each other. The two baffles 13 are located below the through holes 12. When the two baffles 13 abut against each other, they are used to block the through holes 12. One end of the baffle 13 near the through hole 12 is provided with an inclined surface 14. When the two baffles 13 abut against each other, the two inclined surfaces 14 together form a limiting groove, which is used to initially limit the eggs and also promote the eggs to be placed in the center.

[0028] A rotating shaft 20 is rotatably connected to the bottom of the baffle 13. A first torsion spring 25 is fixed between the rotating shaft 20 and the baffle 13. A pressure plate 21 is fixed to the rotating shaft 20. The distance between the two pressure plates 21 gradually decreases from top to bottom. A first sponge layer 22 is fixed to the bottom of the pressure plate 21. An extension groove 23 for receiving the pressure plate 21 is vertically opened downward at the bottom of the side groove. The edge of the extension groove 23 is located on the movement trajectory of the pressure plate 21. When the baffle 13 moves inward toward the side groove, the baffle 13 drives the pressure plate 21 to move synchronously. The pressure plate 21 is squeezed by the edge of the side groove and rotates and is received into the extension groove 23. The box 10 is provided with several storage areas 24. The number of storage areas 24 is the same as the number of through holes 12. The storage areas 24 are located directly below the through holes 12. The abutting position of the two baffles 13 is located vertically between the through hole 12 and the storage area 24.

[0029] It also includes an adjustment mechanism for adjusting the distance between the two baffles 13. The adjustment mechanism includes a chamber 30 opened on the housing 10 and several adjustment shafts 31 rotatably connected to the chamber 30. The chamber 30 communicates with the side groove. The several adjustment shafts 31 are arranged along the length of the housing 10. A second torsion spring 32 is fixed between the adjustment shafts 31 and the chamber 30. Cylindrical cams 33 are symmetrically and coaxially connected to both ends of the adjustment shafts 31. Curved grooves are opened on the cylindrical cams 33. Adjustment blocks 34 are slidably connected in the curved grooves. Adjustment blocks 34 are fixed to the baffles 13. The left and right baffles 13 move in opposite directions. It also includes an adjustment part for driving multiple adjustment shafts 31 to rotate synchronously. The adjustment part includes an operating shaft 35 coaxially connected to a single adjustment shaft 31 and a belt 36 that simultaneously sleeves multiple adjustment shafts 31. The operating shaft 35 passes through the housing 10 and is rotatably connected to the housing 10. A turntable 37 is fixedly connected to the operating shaft 35.

[0030] Several clamping mechanisms are provided inside the box 10 along the length of the box 10. The clamping mechanisms are located in the storage area 24. The clamping mechanism includes a clamping block 40 that is laterally slidably connected to the inner walls on both sides of the box 10. The clamping block 40 extends into the cavity 30. A second sponge layer 41 is fixedly connected to the clamping block 40. The clamping block 40 is fixedly connected to the adjusting block 34.

[0031] A flexible layer 26 for receiving eggs is fixedly attached within the storage area 24. Specifically, the flexible layer 26 is a rubber layer, U-shaped, with its middle part fixedly attached to the bottom of the storage area 24, and both ends of the flexible layer 26 being movable. A clamping block 40 passes through the end of the flexible layer 26, and a limiting block 42 is fixedly attached to both sides of the flexible layer 26 on the clamping block 40. The two limiting blocks 42 abut against the two sides of the end of the flexible layer 26, respectively.

[0032] The specific implementation process is as follows: In use, multiple eggs are placed into the multiple through holes 12, so that the eggs are located on the surface of the two baffles 13. In the initial state, the two baffles 13 are abutting each other and located below the through holes 12. Therefore, the two baffles 13 and the through holes 12 can form a temporary storage space for the eggs. Furthermore, the eggs can be placed on the two baffles 13 through the through holes 12 without the need for the hands to reach into the box 10, making the operation simpler. In addition, when the two baffles 13 are abutting each other, the two inclined surfaces 14 together form a limiting groove, which is used to initially limit the eggs and also promotes the centered placement of the eggs.

[0033] The operating shaft 35 is rotated forward by the turntable 37, which drives a single adjusting shaft 31 to rotate forward. Multiple adjusting shafts 31 rotate synchronously via belt 36, causing the second torsion spring 32 to deform. During the rotation of the adjusting shaft 31, the adjusting shaft 31 drives the cylindrical cams 33 at both ends to rotate. The cylindrical cams 33 drive the baffles 13 to move laterally via curved grooves and adjusting blocks 34, causing the two baffles 13 to move away from each other. The egg passes through the gap between the two baffles 13 and falls downward into the space of the storage area 24. When the egg falls downward into the storage area 24, it is controlled by the turntable. The operating shaft 35 is rotated in the opposite direction, which drives a single adjusting shaft 31 to rotate in the opposite direction. Multiple adjusting shafts 31 are rotated synchronously through a belt 36. The second torsion spring 32 can promote the resetting of the adjusting shaft 31 after the reverse rotation and can also prevent the adjusting shaft 31 from rotating on its own when not in use. During the reverse rotation of the adjusting shaft 31, the adjusting shaft 31 drives the baffle 13 to move laterally in the opposite direction through the curved groove and the adjusting block 34, so that the two baffles 13 are close together and abut against each other, so that the egg can be placed between the baffle 13 and the storage area 24, thereby protecting the egg.

[0034] When the two baffles 13 move away from each other, the baffles 13 drive the pressure plate 21 to move synchronously, causing the pressure plate 21 to rotate under the pressure of the side groove edge and retract into the extension groove 23, and the first torsion spring 25 deforms; when the two baffles 13 move closer to each other, the baffles 13 drive the pressure plate 21 to move synchronously, causing the pressure plate 21 to move out of the side groove and away from the side groove edge, and the pressure plate 21 rotates in the opposite direction under the action of the first torsion spring 25, allowing the pressure plate 21 to return to its original position. At this time, the pressure plate 21 abuts against the top of the egg, which can limit the position of the egg; and, by having the first sponge layer 22 replace the pressure plate 21 to contact the egg, the egg can be better protected.

[0035] Both the baffle 13 and the clamping block 40 move synchronously with the adjusting block 34. Therefore, when the two baffles 13 move away from each other, the two clamping blocks 40 also move away from each other, allowing the egg to fall into the storage area 24. When the two baffles 13 move closer together, they can block the through hole 12, thus protecting the egg. When the two baffles 13 move closer together, the two clamping blocks 40 also move closer together, thus clamping and positioning the egg to prevent it from shaking during transportation and thus preventing the egg from breaking. Furthermore, the second sponge layer 41 replaces the clamping block 40 in contact with the egg, providing better protection for the egg.

[0036] When the two clamping blocks 40 are far apart, they cooperate with the limiting blocks 42 on both sides of the U-shaped flexible layer 26 to maximize the distance between the two ends of the flexible layer 26, allowing the egg to enter between the two ends of the flexible layer 26. When the two clamping blocks 40 are close together, they cooperate with the limiting blocks 42 on both sides of the U-shaped flexible layer 26 to minimize the distance between the two ends of the flexible layer 26, allowing the bottom center sides of the flexible layer 26 to approach the left and right sides of the egg, increasing the contact area between the flexible layer 26 and the egg, and better protecting the egg.

[0037] The above descriptions are merely embodiments of the present invention, and common knowledge such as specific technical solutions and / or characteristics are not described in detail here. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the technical solutions of the present invention, and these should also be considered within the scope of protection of the present invention. These modifications and improvements will not affect the effectiveness of the implementation of the present invention or the practicality of the patent. The scope of protection claimed in this application should be determined by the content of its claims, and the specific embodiments described in the specification can be used to interpret the content of the claims.

Claims

1. An automatic egg conveying device, comprising a box with an open top, characterized in that: The box contains a fixed plate with several through holes; it also contains several shielding assemblies, each including side grooves on the inner walls of both sides of the box, with baffles slidably connected within the side grooves and the two baffles abutting each other; the box contains several storage areas, with the abutting position of the two baffles located vertically between the through holes and the storage area, and the storage area containing a flexible layer for receiving eggs; it also includes an adjustment mechanism for adjusting the distance between the two baffles.

2. The automatic egg conveying device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The end of the baffle near the through hole has a bevel.

3. The automatic egg conveying device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The bottom of the baffle is rotatably connected to a rotating shaft, and a first torsion spring is provided between the rotating shaft and the baffle. A pressure plate is provided on the rotating shaft, and the distance between the two pressure plates gradually decreases from top to bottom. The bottom of the side groove is vertically provided with an extension groove for storing the pressure plate, and the edge of the extension groove is located on the movement trajectory of the pressure plate.

4. The automatic egg conveying device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The bottom of the pressure plate is provided with a first sponge layer.

5. The automatic egg conveying device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The adjustment mechanism includes a chamber formed on the housing, several adjustment shafts rotatably connected to the chamber, the chamber communicating with a side groove, and a second torsion spring between the adjustment shaft and the chamber; cylindrical cams are symmetrically and coaxially connected to both ends of the adjustment shaft, the cylindrical cams are provided with curved grooves, and adjustment blocks are slidably connected in the curved grooves, the adjustment blocks being fixedly connected to the baffle; it also includes an adjustment part for driving multiple adjustment shafts to rotate synchronously.

6. The automatic egg conveying device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The adjustment unit includes an operating shaft coaxially connected to a single adjustment shaft and a belt that simultaneously connects multiple adjustment shafts. The operating shaft is rotatably connected to the housing.

7. The automatic egg conveying device according to claim 6, characterized in that: A turntable is fixed to the operating shaft.

8. The automatic egg conveying device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The box is equipped with several clamping mechanisms located within the storage area. Each clamping mechanism includes a clamping block that is laterally slidably connected to the inner walls on both sides of the box. The clamping block extends into the cavity and has a second sponge layer on it. The clamping block is fixedly connected to the adjusting block.

9. The automatic egg conveying device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The flexible layer is U-shaped, with its middle section fixed to the bottom of the storage area. The clamping block passes through the end of the flexible layer, and the clamping block has limit blocks on both sides of the flexible layer.

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