Cigar color classifying and removing mechanism

Abstract

The utility model discloses a cigar color classifying and removing mechanism which comprises a stock bin assembly, a classifying assembly, a clamping and rotating assembly and an image collecting assembly. The stock bin is connected with the stock bin side plate through the stock bin guide rail, and the stock bin side plate is fixedly connected with the bottom plate through the reinforcing ribs. The stock bin guide plate is obliquely fixed on the stock bin side plate; one end of the stock bin guide plate is connected with the stock bin inlet; the detection sensor is arranged at the upper part of the bin side plate; one end of the discharging plate is fixed on the XY moving mechanism; the rotating mechanism is fixed to a sliding block of the centering clamping mechanism, and the centering clamping mechanism is fixed to the second bottom plate. The image acquisition assembly comprises a circumference color identification camera and an end face defect identification camera. The device can adapt to cigars with different lengths and diameters, so that the device can process cigarettes with various specifications, and the application range of the device in different production scenes is expanded; and each cigar is independently loaded and taken, so that the accuracy of the processing process and the individuation of cigarette processing are ensured.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of tobacco processing technology, and in particular to a cigar color classification and rejection mechanism. Background Technology

[0002] In the cigar production process, the precise sorting and rejection of cigars based on their appearance and color is a crucial step in ensuring product quality. However, traditional color sorting and rejection methods rely primarily on manual operation, leading to a series of problems, including inefficiency and lack of accuracy. In large-scale production environments, manual sorting and rejection methods are not only time-consuming and labor-intensive, but also prone to errors due to human factors, thus affecting the quality of the final product.

[0003] With advancements in technology and automation, the market urgently needs a system capable of efficiently and accurately classifying and removing cigars by color. This system must be able to quickly identify the appearance color of cigars and remove them one by one according to preset classification criteria. Furthermore, to meet diverse production needs, the system should also be able to flexibly adjust the classification criteria. This new type of system will employ advanced image processing and recognition technology to achieve rapid and accurate classification and removal of cigar colors, which is of great significance for improving the automation level of cigar production and ensuring product quality. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a cigar color sorting and rejection mechanism to solve the above-mentioned problems. Through automated and optimized mechanical design, this invention significantly improves the speed of cigar feeding, reduces the need for manual operation, and thus greatly improves production efficiency.

[0005] This utility model achieves the above objectives through the following technical solutions:

[0006] A cigar color sorting and rejection mechanism includes a hopper assembly, a sorting assembly, a clamping and rotating assembly, and an image acquisition assembly;

[0007] The hopper assembly includes a base plate, reinforcing ribs, a hopper side plate, a hopper, a hopper guide rail, a hopper flow deflector, and a detection sensor. The hopper is connected to the hopper side plate via the hopper guide rail, and the hopper side plate is fixedly connected to the base plate via the reinforcing ribs. The hopper flow deflector is obliquely fixed to the hopper side plate, and one end of the hopper flow deflector is connected to the hopper inlet. The detection sensor is located on the upper part of the hopper side plate.

[0008] The sorting component includes an XY moving mechanism and a feeding plate; one end of the feeding plate is fixed to the XY moving mechanism;

[0009] The clamping and rotating assembly includes a base plate two, a centering clamping mechanism and a rotating mechanism; the rotating mechanism is fixed on the slider of the centering clamping mechanism, and the centering clamping mechanism is fixed on the base plate two;

[0010] The image acquisition component includes a circumferential color recognition camera and an end-face defect recognition camera; the circumferential color recognition camera is positioned above the centering clamping mechanism, and the end-face defect recognition camera is positioned on one side of the centering clamping mechanism.

[0011] A further embodiment is that the detection sensor is used to detect whether cigar smoke has fallen into the hopper and to count it.

[0012] A further embodiment is that the feed hopper guide plate is inclined, with one end connected to the feed hopper, and the cigars roll smoothly into the feed hopper through the feed hopper guide plate;

[0013] The hopper guide plate is provided with a U-shaped groove.

[0014] A further embodiment is that the feeding plate is provided with V-shaped grooves for handling and classifying cigars of different diameters.

[0015] A further embodiment is that the feeding plate is used to follow the XY moving mechanism to move perpendicular to the cigarette direction and in the height direction.

[0016] A further embodiment is that the silos are used to store substandard cigars, dark-colored cigars, medium-colored cigars, and light-colored cigars, and the number of silos can be expanded.

[0017] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0018] This invention can adapt to cigars of different lengths and diameters, enabling it to process cigarettes of various specifications and expanding its application range in different production scenarios.

[0019] This invention allows for individual feeding and unloading of each cigar, ensuring precision in the processing and personalization of the cigar handling.

[0020] This invention's efficient color sorting and rejection function ensures consistent product quality, reduces sorting errors caused by human factors, and enhances the product's market competitiveness. Attached Figure Description

[0021] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings required in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0022] Figure 1 This is an overall view of a cigar feeding mechanism according to the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the classification of cigars according to this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0024] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the classification of cigars according to this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0025] Figure 4 This is the open state of the hopper assembly of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding plate;

[0027] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the clamping and rotating component;

[0028] The components include: 1. Hopper assembly: 1-1. Base plate; 1-2. Reinforcing rib; 1-3. Hopper side plate; 1-4. Hopper; 1-5. Hopper guide rail; 1-6. Hopper guide plate; 1-7. Detection sensor; 1-8. U-groove; 2. Sorting assembly: 2-1. XY moving mechanism; 2-2. Discharge plate; 2-3. Smoke receiving V-groove; 3. Clamping and rotating assembly: 3-1. Base plate II; 3-2. Centering clamping mechanism; 3-3. Rotating assembly; 4. Image acquisition assembly: 4-1. Circumferential color recognition camera; 4-2. End face defect recognition camera. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To make the purpose, technical solution, and advantages of the present invention more clear, the technical solution of the present invention will be described in detail below. Obviously, the embodiments described are only some of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other implementation methods obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making any creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0030] In any embodiment, such as Figure 1 As shown, the present invention provides a cigar color sorting and rejection mechanism, which includes a hopper assembly 1, a sorting assembly 2, a clamping and rotating assembly 3, and an image acquisition assembly 4.

[0031] The hopper assembly 1 includes a base plate 1-1, reinforcing ribs 1-2, a hopper side plate 1-3, a hopper 1-4, a hopper guide rail 1-5, a hopper flow guide plate 1-6, and a detection sensor 1-7. The hopper 1-4 is connected to the hopper side plate 1-3 via the hopper guide rail 1-5, and the hopper side plate 1-3 is fixedly connected to the base plate 1-1 via the reinforcing ribs 1-2. The hopper flow guide plate 1-6 is obliquely fixed on the hopper side plate 1-3, and one end of the hopper flow guide plate 1-6 is connected to the inlet of the hopper 1-4. The detection sensor 1-7 is located on the upper part of the hopper side plate 1-3.

[0032] The sorting component 2 includes an XY moving mechanism 2-1 and a feeding plate 2-2; one end of the feeding plate 2-2 is fixed to the XY moving mechanism 2-1.

[0033] The clamping and rotating assembly 3 includes a base plate 3-1, a centering clamping mechanism 3-2, and a rotating mechanism 3-3; the rotating mechanism 3-3 is fixed on the slider of the centering clamping mechanism 3-2, and the centering clamping mechanism 3-2 is fixed on the base plate 3-1.

[0034] The image acquisition component 4 includes a circumferential color recognition camera 4-1 and an end face defect recognition camera 4-2; the circumferential color recognition camera 4-1 is positioned above the centering clamping mechanism 3-2, and the end face defect recognition camera 4-2 is positioned on one side of the centering clamping mechanism 3-2.

[0035] The detection sensors 1-7 are used to detect whether cigars fall into the hoppers 1-4 and to count them.

[0036] The feed hopper guide plate 1-6 is inclined and one end is connected to the feed hopper 1-4. The cigar smoke rolls smoothly into the feed hopper through the feed hopper guide plate.

[0037] The hopper guide plate 1-6 is provided with a U-shaped groove 1-8.

[0038] The feeding plate 2-2 has a V-shaped groove 2-3 for handling and classifying cigars of different diameters.

[0039] The feeding plate 2-2 is used to follow the XY moving mechanism to move perpendicular to the cigarette direction and in the height direction.

[0040] The silos are used to store substandard cigars, dark-colored cigars, medium-colored cigars, and light-colored cigars, and the number of silos can be expanded.

[0041] The usage process of this utility model is as follows:

[0042] Cigar clamping and rotation: The cigar to be tested is first firmly clamped by the centering clamping mechanism and then rotated at a constant speed by the rotating mechanism. This step ensures that the cigar is recognized by color from all directions.

[0043] Circumferential Color Acquisition: A circumferential color recognition camera located directly above the cigar is responsible for acquiring the circumferential color of the cigar. This camera accurately captures the color information of the cigar's surface, providing data support for subsequent color grading.

[0044] Feeding plate movement and recognition: After data acquisition, the feeding plate moves to a position below the cigar. The clamping and rotating mechanism then releases, and the feeding plate moves the cigar to the end-face defect recognition camera for end-face condition recognition.

[0045] Color Recognition and Classification: After recognition, the material dispensing plate of the classification component compares the recognized color with the standard color chart and moves to the top of the corresponding hopper layer. The material dispensing plate extends into the hopper layer to directly above the U-shaped groove of the hopper guide plate.

[0046] The cigars then fall into their designated bins: The discharge plate descends, and the cigars, guided by the bin's guide plate, smoothly fall into their designated bins. This process achieves color-based sorting of the cigars, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

[0047] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of this utility model, but the protection scope of this utility model is not limited thereto. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model. Therefore, the protection scope of this utility model should be determined by the protection scope of the claims. It should also be noted that the various specific technical features described in the above embodiments can be combined in any suitable manner without contradiction. To avoid unnecessary repetition, this utility model will not describe the various possible combinations separately. Furthermore, various different embodiments of this utility model can also be arbitrarily combined, as long as they do not violate the spirit of this utility model, they should also be considered as the content disclosed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A cigar color sorting and rejection mechanism, characterized in that, Includes hopper components, sorting components, clamping and rotating components, and image acquisition components; The hopper assembly includes a base plate, reinforcing ribs, a hopper side plate, a hopper, a hopper guide rail, a hopper flow deflector, and a detection sensor. The hopper is connected to the hopper side plate via the hopper guide rail, and the hopper side plate is fixedly connected to the base plate via the reinforcing ribs. The hopper flow deflector is obliquely fixed to the hopper side plate, and one end of the hopper flow deflector is connected to the hopper inlet. The detection sensor is located on the upper part of the hopper side plate. The sorting component includes an XY moving mechanism and a feeding plate; one end of the feeding plate is fixed to the XY moving mechanism; The clamping and rotating assembly includes a base plate two, a centering clamping mechanism and a rotating mechanism; the rotating mechanism is fixed on the slider of the centering clamping mechanism, and the centering clamping mechanism is fixed on the base plate two; The image acquisition component includes a circumferential color recognition camera and an end-face defect recognition camera; the circumferential color recognition camera is positioned above the centering clamping mechanism, and the end-face defect recognition camera is positioned on one side of the centering clamping mechanism.

2. The cigar color sorting and rejection mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The detection sensor is used to detect whether cigars have fallen into the hopper and to count them.

3. The cigar color sorting and rejection mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The guide plate of the hopper is inclined and one end is connected to the hopper. The cigars roll smoothly into the hopper through the guide plate. The hopper guide plate is provided with a U-shaped groove.

4. The cigar color sorting and rejection mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding plate has V-shaped grooves for handling and classifying cigars of different diameters.

5. The cigar color sorting and rejection mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding plate is used to follow the XY moving mechanism to move perpendicular to the cigarette direction and in the height direction.

6. The cigar color sorting and rejection mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The silos are used to store substandard cigars, dark-colored cigars, medium-colored cigars, and light-colored cigars, and the number of silos can be expanded.

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