Test tube sorting machine

Abstract

The test tube sorting machine comprises a machine frame, a hopper, a feeding mechanism, a code scanning mechanism and a first classification mechanism, the hopper, the feeding mechanism, the code scanning mechanism and the first classification mechanism are arranged on the machine frame, the feeding mechanism is arranged on one side of the hopper, and the code scanning mechanism is arranged on the side, away from the hopper, of the feeding mechanism; the code scanning mechanism comprises a code scanning lens, a rotating device and a first pushing device, the rotating device is used for receiving and rotating the test tubes conveyed by the feeding mechanism, the code scanning lens is used for scanning information on the test tubes, and the first pushing device is used for pushing the scanned test tubes to a preset position; the first classification mechanism comprises a first conveying belt, a plurality of second pushing devices and a plurality of first material boxes, the first material boxes are arranged at one end of the code scanning mechanism in rows, the first conveying belt is arranged above the first material boxes arranged in rows, and the second pushing devices correspond to the first material boxes respectively and are arranged above the first conveying belt; by the adoption of the machine, test tube classification automation can be achieved, test tube classification is facilitated, and the probability of test tube classification errors is reduced.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model belongs to the technical field of test tube classification, and particularly relates to a test tube sorting machine. Background Art

[0002] Test tubes are the main carriers for testing patients' blood samples. There are many kinds of blood test items. Blood tests generally include routine tests such as blood routine, blood type, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, reticulocyte, blood biochemistry, blood immunity, and serum tests. After the blood collection counter (or emergency room or ward) draws blood from a patient, a label is pasted on the test tube, and then the test tubes with different test items need to be classified and sent to the corresponding laboratory department for testing.

[0003] Therefore, the applicant has developed a test tube sorting machine for classifying test tubes with different test items to facilitate sending the test tubes to the corresponding test departments. Summary of the Utility Model

[0004] In order to achieve the above object and improve the problem of troublesome test tube classification in the prior art, a test tube sorting machine is provided. The utility model adopts the following technical solutions:

[0005] The utility model provides a test tube sorting machine, which includes a frame and a hopper, a feeding mechanism, a code scanning mechanism, and a first classification mechanism arranged on the frame. The feeding mechanism is arranged on one side of the hopper, and the code scanning mechanism is arranged on the side of the feeding mechanism away from the hopper;

[0006] The code scanning mechanism includes a code scanning lens, a rotating device, and a first pushing device. The rotating device is used to receive and rotate the test tubes conveyed by the feeding mechanism. The code scanning lens is used to scan the information on the test tubes, and the first pushing device is used to push the scanned test tubes to a preset position;

[0007] The first classification mechanism includes a first conveyor belt, a plurality of second pushing devices, and a plurality of first boxes. The plurality of first boxes are arranged in a row at one end of the code scanning mechanism. The first conveyor belt is arranged above the row of first boxes, and the plurality of second pushing devices respectively correspond to one of the first boxes and are arranged above the first conveyor belt.

[0008] For the improvement of the utility model, the rotating device includes a first motor, a first bracket, a first roller, and a second roller. The first roller and the second roller are arranged on the first bracket at a predetermined distance, and the first motor is in transmission connection with the first roller.

[0009] For the improvement of the present invention, the first pushing device includes a second motor and a push rod, the output shaft of the second motor is connected to the middle part of the push rod, and the push rod, driven by the second motor, can make an arc motion between the first roller and the second roller to push the scanned test tube onto the first conveyor belt.

[0010] For the improvement of the present invention, the second pushing device includes a second bracket, a third motor and a push plate, the push plate is pivotally connected to the second bracket, and the push plate and the output shaft of the third motor are transmission connected, and are used to push the scanned test tubes on the first conveyor belt into the corresponding first material box.

[0011] In an improvement of the present invention, the radial cross section of the push plate is cross-shaped.

[0012] In an improvement of the present invention, a plurality of the first material boxes are stacked in two rows.

[0013] As an improvement of the present invention, the first classification mechanism further includes a material discharge channel, the lower end of the material discharge channel is connected to the first material box of the lower layer, and the upper end corresponds to the first conveyor belt.

[0014] The improvement of the present invention further includes a second classification mechanism having the same structure as the first classification mechanism, and the second classification mechanism is arranged below the first classification mechanism.

[0015] The improvement of the present invention further comprises a material receiving channel, one end of which is arranged at an end of the rotating device away from the first conveyor belt, and the other end corresponds to the second conveyor belt of the second classification mechanism.

[0016] For the improvement of the present invention, a tube placing device is further provided between the feeding mechanism and the rotating device, and the tube placing device includes a fourth motor and a tube placing shaft, and a long strip groove is provided on the arc surface of the tube placing shaft.

[0017] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] A test tube sorting machine provided by the present utility model includes a frame, a hopper, a feeding mechanism, a code scanning mechanism, and a first sorting mechanism arranged on the frame. The feeding mechanism is arranged on one side of the hopper, and the code scanning mechanism is arranged on the side of the feeding mechanism away from the hopper. The code scanning mechanism includes a code scanning lens, a rotating device, and a first pushing device. The rotating device is used to receive and rotate the test tubes conveyed by the feeding mechanism. The code scanning lens is used to scan the information on the test tubes. The first pushing device is used to push the scanned test tubes to a preset position. The first sorting mechanism includes a first conveyor belt, a plurality of second pushing devices, and a plurality of first boxes. The plurality of first boxes are arranged in a row at one end of the code scanning mechanism. The first conveyor belt is arranged above the first boxes arranged in a row. The plurality of second pushing devices respectively correspond to one of the first boxes and are arranged above the first conveyor belt. By using the above machine, the automation of test tube sorting can be realized, which is convenient for test tube sorting and reduces the probability of test tube sorting errors. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] Figure 1 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a test tube sorting machine in a certain direction in the present utility model.

[0020] Figure 2 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a test tube sorting machine in another direction in the present utility model.

[0021] Figure 3 It is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of a test tube sorting machine in yet another direction in the present utility model (part of the structure is hidden).

[0022] Figure 4 It is a sectional structural schematic diagram of a test tube sorting machine in a certain direction in the present utility model.

[0023] Figure 5 It is a structural schematic diagram of a code scanning mechanism in a test tube sorting machine in a certain direction in the present utility model.

[0024] Figure 6 It is a structural schematic diagram of a code scanning mechanism in a test tube sorting machine in another direction in the present utility model.

[0025] Figure 7 It is a structural schematic diagram of a second pushing device in a test tube sorting machine in a certain direction in the present utility model.

[0026] Figure 8 It is a structural schematic diagram of a second pushing device in a test tube sorting machine in another direction in the present utility model.

[0027] Figure 9 It is a structural schematic diagram of a test tube placing device in a test tube sorting machine in a certain direction in the present utility model. (Part of the structure is disassembled).

[0028] Figure 10 ForFigure 9 Schematic diagram of the enlarged structure at position A.

[0029] Figure 11 Schematic diagram of a structure of the tube placing device in a certain direction in the test tube sorting machine of the present utility model.

[0030] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of the present utility model will be further described with reference to the accompanying drawings in conjunction with embodiments. Detailed implementation manners

[0031] In the description of the present utility model, it should be understood that the orientation or positional relationship indicated by the terms "center", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", etc. is based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and is only for the convenience of describing the present utility model and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or component referred to must have a specific orientation, be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation to the present utility model. In addition, the terms "first" and "second" are only used for descriptive purposes and cannot be understood as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0032] In the description of the present utility model, it should be noted that unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installation", "connection" and "coupling" should be understood in a broad sense. For example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be directly connected or indirectly connected through an intermediate medium, and it can be the communication inside two components. For those of ordinary skill in the art, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present utility model can be understood according to specific situations.

[0033] As shown in the Figures 1 to 11 accompanying drawings, the present utility model provides a test tube sorting machine, which includes a frame and a hopper 1, a feeding mechanism 2, a code scanning mechanism 3 and a first sorting mechanism 4 arranged on the frame. The feeding mechanism 2 is arranged on one side of the hopper 1, and the code scanning mechanism 3 is arranged on the side of the feeding mechanism 2 away from the hopper 1. The feeding mechanism 2 is a plate elevator, and the plate elevator is a conventional material conveying device, that is, the prior art and not the focus of the present utility model, so it will not be elaborated here.

[0034] The code scanning mechanism 3 includes a code scanning lens 31, a rotating device 32 and a first pushing device 33. The rotating device 32 is used to receive and rotate the test tubes conveyed by the feeding mechanism 2, the code scanning lens 31 is used to scan the information on the test tubes, and the first pushing device 33 is used to push the scanned test tubes to a preset position.

[0035] The first classification mechanism 4 includes a first conveyor belt 41, a plurality of second pushing devices 42, and a plurality of first cartridges 43. The plurality of first cartridges 43 are arranged in a row at one end of the scanning mechanism 3. The first conveyor belt 41 is arranged above the first cartridges 43 in a row. The plurality of second pushing devices 42 respectively correspond to one of the first cartridges 43 and are arranged above the first conveyor belt 41.

[0036] During use, the staff places the collected test tubes into the hopper 1, and then through the feeding mechanism 2, the test tubes are transferred one by one to the selection device. The test tubes are rotated by the selection device to facilitate the scanning lens 31 to scan the barcodes on the test tubes to determine the test items of the test tubes. Then, the scanned test tubes are pushed onto the conveyor belt by the first pushing device 33. The scanned test tubes are conveyed to the designated position through the conveyor belt, and then the corresponding test tubes are pushed into the corresponding first cartridges 43 by the corresponding second pushing devices 42. In this way, the automatic classification of test tubes is completed, greatly improving the work efficiency and reducing the probability of errors in test tube classification.

[0037] See Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown in and, the rotating device 32 includes a first motor 321, a first bracket 322, a first roller 323, and a second roller 324. The first roller 323 and the second roller 324 are arranged on the first bracket 322 at a predetermined distance apart. The first motor 321 is drivingly connected to the first roller 323. The first bracket 322 is two vertical mounting plates. The first roller 323 and the second roller 324 are respectively pivotally connected between the mounting plates through bearings. The feeding mechanism 2 lifts the test tubes to be classified between the first roller 323 and the second roller 324. The information on the test tubes to be classified is identified by the scanning lens 31. It can be understood that sometimes the barcodes on the test tubes cannot be successfully identified by the scanning lens 31. At this time, the first motor 321 needs to drive the first roller 323 to rotate to drive the test tubes to be classified to rotate, so that the information on the test tubes to be classified can be successfully identified.

[0038] See Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown in and, the first pushing device 33 includes a second motor 331 and a push rod 332. The output shaft of the second motor 331 is connected to the middle of the push rod 332. The push rod 332 can move in an arc from between the first roller 323 and the second roller 324 under the drive of the second motor 331 to push the scanned test tubes onto the first conveyor belt 41. It can be understood that for the reasonable layout of the structures of the various components of this machine, generally the scanning lens is arranged above the rotating device 32. In this way, the first pushing device 33 can be arranged below the rotating device 32. The push rod 332 can move in an arc or a circular motion under the drive of the second motor 331 to push the scanned test tubes onto the first conveyor belt 41.

[0039] See Figure 7 and Figure 8 Figure 8 , the second pushing device 42 includes a second bracket 421, a third motor 422 and a push plate 423. The push plate 423 is pivotally connected to the second bracket 421, and the push plate 423 is drivingly connected to the output shaft of the third motor 422, and is configured to push the scanned test tubes on the first conveyor belt 41 into the corresponding first storage box 43; the radial cross-section of the push plate 423 is cross-shaped; the second bracket 421 may also be two vertical plates arranged at a predetermined distance apart. The push plate 423 is pivotally connected to the two vertical plates through bearings, and a driven wheel is arranged at one end of the push plate 423. The output shaft of the third motor 422 is drivingly connected to the driven wheel, so that the push plate 423 can perform an arc-shaped movement or a circular movement.

[0040] Preferably, for the reasonable structure setting of the machine and to prevent the machine from being too long, a plurality of the first storage boxes 43 are arranged in two rows in a stacked manner; the first sorting mechanism 4 further includes a blanking channel 44. The lower end of the blanking channel 44 communicates with the first storage box 43 in the lower layer, and the upper end corresponds to the first conveyor belt 41. For example, when the third motor 422 rotates forward, the drive push plate 423 pushes the scanned test tubes into the first storage box 43 in the upper layer. Or, when the third motor 422 rotates in reverse, the drive push plate 423 pushes the scanned test tubes into the blanking channel 44, and the test tubes are pushed into the second storage box in the lower layer through the blanking channel 44.

[0041] Preferably, in the setting of the machine, four first storage boxes 43 are arranged in a row. In the first sorting mechanism 4, two stacked rows are arranged, that is, eight first storage boxes 43 are arranged; but sometimes the number of inspection items may exceed eight. If it exceeds eight, the number of first storage boxes 43 needs to be increased in each row. In this way, the length of the machine is increased; for this reason, a second sorting mechanism 5 can be further provided in the machine. The structure of the second sorting mechanism 5 is the same as that of the first sorting mechanism 4, but it can be arranged below the first sorting mechanism 4; in this way, the number of items that can be sorted can be increased on the basis of the unchanged length of the machine.

[0042] To facilitate the distribution of the scanned test tubes into the second sorting mechanism 5, a receiving channel 6 is further included. One end of the receiving channel 6 is arranged at the end of the rotating device 32 away from the first conveyor belt 41, and the other end corresponds to the second conveyor belt of the second sorting mechanism 5; simply put, if the first conveyor belt 41 is arranged on the right side of the rotating device 32, a receiving channel 6 is arranged on the left side of the rotating device 32. The scanned test tubes that need to be distributed to the second storage box of the second sorting mechanism 5 are pushed onto the conveyor belt of the second sorting mechanism 5 through this receiving channel 6, and then the drive push plate 423 is driven by the motor of the second sorting mechanism 5 to push the test tubes into the designated second storage box.

[0043] See Figures 9 to 11 , a tube placing device 7 is further provided between the feeding mechanism 2 and the rotating device 32. The tube placing device 7 includes a fourth motor 71 and a tube placing shaft 72. A long strip-shaped groove is provided on the arc surface of the tube placing shaft 72. The purpose of the tube placing device 7 is to prevent the feeding mechanism 2 from placing too many test tubes to be scanned on the rotating device 32. After the feeding mechanism 2 lifts the test tubes to be scanned, the test tubes to be scanned fall into the long strip-shaped grooves of the tube placing shaft 72. Only one test tube can be accommodated in one long strip-shaped groove. The tube placing shaft 72 is surrounded by a retaining piece. When the long strip-shaped groove faces upward, the test tube can fall into the long strip-shaped groove. The tube placing shaft 72 is driven to rotate by the fourth motor 71. When the long strip-shaped groove faces the rotating device 32, the test tubes in the long strip-shaped groove roll between the first roller 323 and the second roller 324.

[0044] It can be understood that for those of ordinary skill in the art, equivalent substitutions or changes can be made according to the technical solutions and the inventive concept of the present invention, and all such changes or substitutions should fall within the protection scope of the claims attached to the present invention.

Claims

1. A test tube sorting machine, characterized in that: It includes a frame and a hopper (1), a feeding mechanism (2), a code scanning mechanism (3) and a first sorting mechanism (4) provided on the frame. The feeding mechanism (2) is provided on one side of the hopper (1), and the code scanning mechanism (3) is provided on the side of the feeding mechanism (2) away from the hopper (1). The code scanning mechanism (3) includes a code scanning lens (31), a rotating device (32) and a first pushing device (33). The rotating device (32) is used to receive and rotate the test tube conveyed by the feeding mechanism (2). The code scanning lens (31) is used to scan the information on the test tube, and the first pushing device (33) is used to push the scanned test tube to a preset position. The first sorting mechanism (4) includes a first conveyor belt (41), a plurality of second pushing devices (42) and a plurality of first bins (43). The plurality of first bins (43) are arranged in a row at one end of the code scanning mechanism (3). The first conveyor belt (41) is arranged above the row of first bins (43). The plurality of second pushing devices (42) respectively correspond to one of the first bins (43) and are arranged above the first conveyor belt (41).

2. The test tube sorting machine according to claim 1, wherein: The rotating device (32) includes a first motor (321), a first bracket (322), a first roller (323) and a second roller (324). The first roller (323) and the second roller (324) are arranged on the first bracket (322) at a predetermined distance apart. The first motor (321) is in driving connection with the first roller (323).

3. The test tube sorting machine according to claim 2, wherein: The first pushing device (33) includes a second motor (331) and a push rod (332). The output shaft of the second motor (331) is connected to the middle of the push rod (332). Driven by the second motor (331), the push rod (332) can make an arc-shaped movement across between the first roller (323) and the second roller (324) to push the scanned test tube onto the first conveyor belt (41).

4. The test tube sorting machine according to claim 3, characterized in that: The second pushing device (42) includes a second bracket (421), a third motor (422) and a push plate (423). The push plate (423) is pivotally connected to the second bracket (421). The push plate (423) is in driving connection with the output shaft of the third motor (422) and is used to push the scanned test tube on the first conveyor belt (41) into the corresponding first bin (43).

5. The test tube sorting machine according to claim 4, characterized in that: The radial cross-section of the push plate (423) is cross-shaped.

6. The test tube sorting machine according to claim 5, wherein: The plurality of first bins (43) are arranged in two rows in a stacked manner.

7. The test tube sorting machine according to claim 6, characterized in that: The first sorting mechanism (4) further includes a blanking channel (44). The lower end of the blanking channel (44) is communicated with the first bin (43) of the lower layer, and the upper end corresponds to the first conveyor belt (41).

8. The test tube sorting machine according to claim 7, wherein: It further includes a second sorting mechanism (5) having the same structure as the first sorting mechanism (4). The second sorting mechanism (5) is arranged below the first sorting mechanism (4).

9. The test tube sorting machine according to claim 8, wherein: It further includes a receiving channel (6). One end of the receiving channel (6) is arranged at the end of the rotating device (32) away from the first conveyor belt (41), and the other end corresponds to the second conveyor belt of the second sorting mechanism (5).

10. The test tube sorting machine according to claim 9, characterized in that: A pipe placing device (7) is further provided between the feeding mechanism (2) and the rotating device (32). The pipe placing device (7) includes a fourth motor (71) and a pipe placing shaft (72), and a long groove is provided on the arc surface of the pipe placing shaft (72).

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