Apple coring and peeling device

Abstract

The utility model discloses an apple coring and peeling device, which relates to the technical field of fruit processing and comprises a workbench, supporting rods are arranged on the periphery of the bottom end of the workbench, two groups of supporting rods are connected through a cross rod, a first telescopic plate is arranged on one side of the top end of the workbench, and a grabbing assembly is arranged at the top end of the first telescopic plate. A fixing plate is arranged on the other side of the top end of the workbench, a first telescopic rod is arranged on one side of the fixing plate, and a kernel removing assembly is arranged on one side of the first telescopic rod; a discharging cleaning assembly is arranged at one end of the top end of the workbench, and a peeling assembly is arranged at the other end of the top end of the workbench. According to the apple kernel removing device, each apple can be accurately fixed and positioned through close fit of the grabbing assembly and the kernel removing assembly, so that a kernel removing rod in the kernel removing assembly can be accurately inserted into the center of the apple, the efficient kernel removing process is achieved, potential damage to other parts of the apple is reduced to the maximum extent, and the apple kernel removing efficiency is improved. And the completeness and quality of the product are ensured.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fruit processing technology, specifically to an apple core-removing and peeling device. Background Technology

[0002] Apples, a popular fruit, are renowned for their rich dietary fiber, vitamin C, various antioxidants, and other micronutrients, playing a vital role in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. In apple processing, core removal and peeling are two crucial pre-treatment steps that not only affect the quality of subsequent processing but also directly impact the final product's eating experience.

[0003] For example, Chinese patent CN222055152U discloses a fruit peeler and pitter, which includes a fixed base, a vertical plate, a fruit holder, a fruit peeling assembly, a pitter, a first drive assembly, a second drive assembly, and other structures. It aims to complete the peeling and pitting work simultaneously through the fruit holder, the fruit peeling assembly, and the pitter.

[0004] However, in practical applications, users need to insert the fruit into the fruit holder's plate, which increases labor costs. Furthermore, due to the diversity of fruit texture, shape, and size, the stability and firmness of the fixation may not be satisfactory. In such cases, the fruit may wobble or even fall off during peeling or pitting, which not only reduces operational efficiency but may also lead to inconsistencies in the quality of the finished product, thus affecting overall production efficiency and product quality consistency.

[0005] No effective solutions have yet been proposed to address the problems in the relevant technologies. Utility Model Content

[0006] In view of the problems in the related technologies, this utility model proposes an apple core and peeling device to overcome the above-mentioned technical problems existing in the existing related technologies.

[0007] Therefore, the specific technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0008] An apple corer and peeler includes a worktable with support rods around its bottom perimeter. Two sets of support rods are connected by crossbars. A telescopic plate is located on one side of the top of the worktable, and a gripping component is located at the top of the telescopic plate. A fixed plate is located on the other side of the top of the worktable, and a telescopic rod is located on one side of the fixed plate, with a corer component located on one side of the telescopic rod. A discharge cleaning component is located at one end of the top of the worktable, and a peeling component is located at the other end of the top of the worktable.

[0009] Furthermore, in order to improve the working efficiency of the device, several pedals are provided at the top of the crossbar; a placement slot is provided at the top of the worktable, and the placement slot is located in the middle of the telescopic plate and the discharge cleaning assembly.

[0010] Furthermore, in order to achieve precise grasping and movement of the apples and ensure that each apple is accurately delivered to the designated location for processing, the grasping component includes a movable plate 1 set at the top of a telescopic plate 1, a telescopic rod 2 set on one side of the movable plate 1, a mounting plate set on one side of the telescopic rod 2, a telescopic rod 3 set in the middle of one side of the mounting plate, and a drive disk set on one side of the telescopic rod 3; a number of mounting seats are set on one side of the mounting plate, and grasping rods are set inside the mounting seats, and the grasping rods cooperate with the drive disk through connecting rods, and a protective component is set at one end of the grasping rods.

[0011] Furthermore, in order to achieve an efficient core removal process, the core removal assembly includes a movable shell disposed on one side of the telescopic rod, a core removal rod disposed on one side of the movable shell, a drive motor three disposed inside the movable shell, and the output shaft of the drive motor three passes through the movable shell and cooperates with the core removal rod.

[0012] Furthermore, in order to efficiently and promptly remove various waste materials generated during the core-removal and peeling processes of apples and prevent the accumulation of waste materials in the working area, the discharge cleaning component includes a discharge hole and a waste hole sequentially opened at the top of the worktable. Limiting grooves are opened on both sides of the discharge hole. Limiting baffles are installed inside the limiting grooves. Two sets of telescopic rods are installed at one end of the limiting baffles. A connecting plate is installed at one end of the telescopic rods. The connecting plate is located at the bottom of the worktable. The discharge cleaning component also includes a fixed shell 1 and a fixed shell 2 installed at the top of the worktable. A drive motor 1 is installed at one end of the fixed shell 1. A threaded rod connected to the drive motor 1 is installed inside the fixed shell 1. A guide rod is installed inside the fixed shell 2. The guide rod and the threaded rod cooperate with the cleaning rod.

[0013] Furthermore, in order to adapt to apples of different shapes and sizes and improve the applicability of the device, the peeling assembly includes a telescopic plate 2 set at the other end of the top of the workbench, a movable plate 2 set at the top of the telescopic plate 2, a telescopic rod 6 set at one end of the movable plate 2, a movable plate 3 set at one end of the telescopic rod 6, a fixed seat set at one end of the movable plate 3, a drive motor 2 set on one side of the fixed seat, and a peeling plate that cooperates with the drive motor 2 set inside the fixed seat.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0015] 1. This utility model, through the close cooperation between the gripping component and the core removal component, can accurately fix and position each apple, so that the core removal rod in the core removal component can be accurately inserted into the center of the apple. This not only achieves an efficient core removal process, but also minimizes potential damage to other parts of the apple, ensuring the integrity and quality of the product.

[0016] 2. By setting up a discharge cleaning component, this utility model can efficiently and instantly remove various waste materials generated during the core removal and peeling process of apples, avoiding the accumulation of waste materials in the working area. This not only ensures the continuity and smoothness of the production process, but also significantly improves the cleanliness of the working environment.

[0017] 3. By configuring the gripping component, this utility model can achieve precise gripping and movement of apples, ensuring that each apple is accurately delivered to the designated location for processing, which significantly improves the accuracy of the process; at the same time, the protective component can protect the apples throughout the process, ensuring that the gripping and release are completed without damaging their appearance and internal structure, thus maintaining the high quality standards of the product. Attached Figure Description

[0018] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the embodiments 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.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an apple corer and peeler according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is one of the cross-sectional views of an apple corer and peeler according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A magnified view of a section at point A in the middle;

[0022] Figure 4 yes Figure 2 A magnified view of a section at point B in the middle;

[0023] Figure 5 This is a second cross-sectional view of an apple corer and peeler according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 6 yes Figure 5 A magnified view of a section at point C;

[0025] Figure 7 yes Figure 5A magnified view of a section at point D.

[0026] In the picture:

[0027] 1. Workbench; 2. Support rod; 3. Crossbar; 4. Telescopic plate one; 5. Gripping assembly; 501. Moving plate one; 502. Telescopic rod two; 503. Mounting plate; 504. Telescopic rod three; 505. Drive plate; 506. Mounting base; 507. Gripping rod; 508. Connecting rod; 509. Protective component; 6. Fixing plate; 7. Telescopic rod one; 8. Pitting assembly; 801. Moving shell; 802. Pitting rod; 803. Drive motor three; 9. Discharge and cleaning assembly; 901. Discharge hole; 902. Waste hole ; 903, Limiting groove; 904, Limiting baffle; 905, Telescopic rod five; 906, Connecting plate; 907, Fixed shell one; 908, Fixed shell two; 909, Drive motor one; 910, Threaded rod; 911, Guide rod; 912, Cleaning rod; 10, Peeling assembly; 1001, Telescopic plate two; 1002, Moving plate two; 1003, Telescopic rod six; 1004, Moving plate three; 1005, Fixed seat; 1006, Drive motor two; 1007, Peeling plate; 11, Pedal; 12, Placement groove. Detailed Implementation

[0028] To further illustrate the various embodiments, the present invention provides accompanying drawings, which are part of the disclosure of the present invention. These drawings are mainly used to illustrate the embodiments and can be used in conjunction with the relevant descriptions in the specification to explain the operating principles of the embodiments. With reference to these contents, those skilled in the art should be able to understand other possible implementation methods and the advantages of the present invention. The components in the figures are not drawn to scale, and similar component symbols are usually used to represent similar components.

[0029] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an apple core-removing and peeling device is provided.

[0030] The present invention will now be further described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments, such as... Figures 1-7 As shown, the apple corer and peeler according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a workbench 1. Support rods 2 are provided around the bottom of the workbench 1, and two sets of support rods 2 are connected by crossbars 3. A telescopic plate 4 is provided on one side of the top of the workbench 1, and a gripping component 5 is provided on the top of the telescopic plate 4. A fixing plate 6 is provided on the other side of the top of the workbench 1, and a telescopic rod 7 is provided on one side of the fixing plate 6. A corer component 8 is provided on one side of the telescopic rod 7. A discharge cleaning component 9 is provided at one end of the top of the workbench 1, and a peeling component 10 is provided at the other end of the top of the workbench 1.

[0031] By utilizing the aforementioned technical solution of this utility model, the close cooperation between the gripping component 5 and the core-removing component 8 allows for precise fixation and positioning of each apple. This ensures that the core-removing rod 802 in the core-removing component 8 can be accurately inserted into the center of the apple, achieving not only an efficient core-removing process but also minimizing potential damage to other parts of the apple, thus guaranteeing product integrity and quality. The discharge cleaning component 9 efficiently and instantly removes various waste materials generated during the core-removing and peeling processes, preventing waste accumulation in the work area. This not only ensures the continuity and smoothness of the production process but also significantly improves the cleanliness of the working environment. The gripping component 5 enables precise gripping and movement of the apples, ensuring that each apple is accurately conveyed to the designated location for processing, significantly improving process precision. Simultaneously, the protective component 509 protects the apples throughout the process, ensuring that gripping and release are completed without damaging their appearance or internal structure, maintaining high product quality standards.

[0032] In one embodiment, for the crossbar 3, a number of pedals 11 are provided at the top of the crossbar 3; a placement groove 12 is provided at the top of the workbench 1, and the placement groove 12 is located in the middle of the telescopic plate 4 and the discharge cleaning assembly 9, thereby improving the working efficiency of the device.

[0033] In one embodiment, the gripping component 5 includes a movable plate 501 disposed at the top of the telescopic plate 4. A telescopic rod 502 is disposed on one side of the movable plate 501, a mounting plate 503 is disposed on one side of the telescopic rod 502, a telescopic rod 504 is disposed in the middle of one side of the mounting plate 503, and a drive disk 505 is disposed on one side of the telescopic rod 504. A plurality of mounting seats 506 are disposed on one side of the mounting plate 503, and a gripping rod 507 is disposed inside the mounting seat 506. The gripping rod 507 cooperates with the drive disk 505 through a connecting rod 508. A protective member 509 is disposed at one end of the gripping rod 507, thereby enabling precise gripping and movement of apples and ensuring that each apple is accurately delivered to the designated location for processing.

[0034] The working principle of the gripping component 5 is as follows: The operator presses the pedal 11 to activate the telescopic rod 504, which drives the connecting rod 508 and the gripping rod 507 to grip the apple. The protective part 509 not only prevents the apple from slipping but also protects the apple from damage. After gripping, the operator activates the telescopic rod 504 through the pedal 11 to move the apple to the middle of the worktable 1 and align it with the corer 502. The operator then releases the apple through the gripping rod 507 by pressing the pedal 11. After the apple is cored and peeled, the operator activates the telescopic rod 504 through the pedal 11, and the gripping rod 507 re-grips the cored and peeled apple, separating it from the corer 502. The operator then releases the apple through the pedal 11, and the apple falls into the water tank below through the discharge hole 901. The water environment in the tank effectively slows down the oxidation process of the apple slices.

[0035] In one embodiment, the core removal component 8 includes a movable housing 801 disposed on one side of the telescopic rod 7, a core removal rod 802 disposed on one side of the movable housing 801, a drive motor 803 disposed inside the movable housing 801, and the output shaft of the drive motor 803 passes through the movable housing 801 and cooperates with the core removal rod 802, thereby realizing an efficient core removal process.

[0036] In one embodiment, the discharge cleaning assembly 9 includes a discharge hole 901 and a waste hole 902 sequentially formed at the top of the workbench 1. Limiting grooves 903 are formed on both sides of the discharge hole 901. Limiting baffles 904 are provided inside the limiting grooves 903. Two sets of telescopic rods 905 are provided at one end of the limiting baffles 904. A connecting plate 906 is provided at one end of each telescopic rod 905, and the connecting plate 906 is located at the bottom of the workbench 1. The discharge cleaning assembly 9 also includes... Fixed housing 1 907 and fixed housing 2 908 are placed at the top of workbench 1. One end of fixed housing 1 907 is equipped with a drive motor 1 909, and the inside of fixed housing 1 907 is equipped with a threaded rod 910 connected to drive motor 1 909. The inside of fixed housing 2 908 is equipped with a guide rod 911, and the guide rod 911 and the threaded rod 910 cooperate through a cleaning rod 912, so as to efficiently and instantly remove various waste materials generated by apples in the core and peeling process, and avoid the accumulation of waste materials in the working area.

[0037] The working principle of the discharge cleaning component 9 is as follows: Waste generated during the core removal and peeling process falls above the limiting baffle 904. The drive motor 909 is started by the pedal 11, which drives the threaded rod 910 to rotate. Under the action of the guide rod 911, the cleaning rod 912 is driven to clean the waste into the waste hole 902 for collection. After cleaning is completed, the telescopic rod 905 is started by the pedal 11, which drives the limiting baffle 904 to move in the limiting groove 903. This allows the limiting baffle 904 to no longer block the cored and peeled apples, so that the apples can fall smoothly through the discharge hole 901 into the water tank below for collection to prevent oxidation.

[0038] In one embodiment, the peeling assembly 10 includes a telescopic plate 1001 disposed at the other end of the top of the workbench 1. A movable plate 1002 is disposed at the top of the telescopic plate 1001. A telescopic rod 1003 is disposed at one end of the movable plate 1002. A movable plate 1004 is disposed at one end of the telescopic rod 1003. A fixed seat 1005 is disposed at one end of the movable plate 1004. A drive motor 1006 is disposed on one side of the fixed seat 1005. A peeling plate 1007 that cooperates with the drive motor 1006 is disposed inside the fixed seat 1005, thereby adapting to apples of different shapes and sizes and improving the applicability of the device.

[0039] It should be added that when the operator presses pedal 11, the internal mechanical structure of pedal 11 will convert the physical pressure into an electrical signal or directly drive the mechanical linkage. The electrical signal is transmitted to the control system (such as PLC or microcontroller). After the control system analyzes the signal, it starts the designated telescopic rod or drive motor to realize the operation of the device.

[0040] To facilitate understanding of the above-mentioned technical solutions of this utility model, the working principle or operation method of this utility model in actual process will be described in detail below.

[0041] In practical application, the apple is located inside the placement slot 12. The gripping assembly 5 (the working principle of the gripping assembly 5 is as described above) is activated by the pedal 11 to stably grip the apple. After gripping, the telescopic plate 4 is activated by the pedal 11 to lift the apple inside the gripping assembly 5 to a specified height. The telescopic rod 502 is activated by the pedal 11 to move the apple to the middle of the worktable 1. At this time, the telescopic rod 7 is activated by the pedal 11 to insert the corer 802 into the apple. After insertion, the gripping assembly 5 releases the apple, and the drive motor 803 is activated to rotate the apple on the corer 802. At this point, the telescopic rod 1003 is activated, allowing the peeling plate 1007 to work with the apple to peel it. The angle of the peeling plate 1007 can be adjusted by the drive motor 1006 to better fit the apple and improve peeling efficiency. After the core and peeling are completed, the gripping component 5 grips the apple again, separating it from the corer 802. The gripping component 5 releases the apple, allowing it to fall through the discharge hole 901 into the water tank below for collection, preventing oxidation. In addition, the discharge cleaning component 9 can collect the waste generated during the core and peeling process (the working principle of the discharge cleaning component 9 is as described above).

[0042] In summary, by utilizing the above-mentioned technical solution of this utility model, the close cooperation between the gripping component 5 and the core-removing component 8 allows for precise fixation and positioning of each apple. This ensures that the core-removing rod 802 in the core-removing component 8 can be accurately inserted into the center of the apple, achieving not only an efficient core-removing process but also minimizing potential damage to other parts of the apple, thus guaranteeing product integrity and quality. The discharge cleaning component 9 efficiently and instantly removes various waste materials generated during the core-removing and peeling processes, preventing waste accumulation in the work area. This not only ensures the continuity and smoothness of the production process but also significantly improves the cleanliness of the working environment. The gripping component 5 enables precise gripping and movement of the apples, ensuring that each apple is accurately conveyed to the designated location for processing, significantly improving process precision. Simultaneously, the protective component 509 protects the apples throughout the process, ensuring that gripping and release are completed without damaging their appearance or internal structure, maintaining high product quality standards.

[0043] In this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation", "setting", "connection", "fixing", "screw connection", etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal connection of two components or the interaction between two components. Unless otherwise explicitly limited, those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0044] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A device for coring and peeling apples, comprising a worktable (1), characterized in that, The bottom end of the workbench (1) is provided with support rods (2), two groups of the support rods (2) are connected through cross bars (3), one side of the top end of the workbench (1) is provided with an extension plate (4), the top end of the extension plate (4) is provided with a grabbing assembly (5), the other side of the top end of the workbench (1) is provided with a fixed plate (6), one side of the fixed plate (6) is provided with an extension rod (7), one side of the extension rod (7) is provided with a core removing assembly (8). One end of the top end of the workbench (1) is provided with a discharging and cleaning assembly (9), the other end of the top end of the workbench (1) is provided with a peeling assembly (10).

2. The apple coring and peeling apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The top end of the cross bar (3) is provided with a plurality of pedals (11). The top end of the workbench (1) is provided with a placing groove (12), and the placing groove (12) is located in the middle of the extension plate (4) and the discharging and cleaning assembly (9).

3. The apple coring and peeling apparatus of claim 1, wherein The grabbing assembly (5) comprises a moving plate (501) arranged at the top end of the extension plate (4), one side of the moving plate (501) is provided with an extension rod (502), one side of the extension rod (502) is provided with a mounting plate (503), one side of the mounting plate (503) is provided with an extension rod (504), one side of the extension rod (504) is provided with a driving disc (505). One side of the mounting plate (503) is provided with a plurality of mounting seats (506), the mounting seats (506) are provided with grabbing rods (507) in the interiors, the grabbing rods (507) are matched with the driving disc (505) through connecting rods (508), and one end of the grabbing rod (507) is provided with a protection piece (509).

4. The apple coring and peeling apparatus of claim 1, wherein The core removing assembly (8) comprises a moving shell (801) arranged at one side of the extension rod (7), one side of the moving shell (801) is provided with a core removing rod (802), the interior of the moving shell (801) is provided with a driving motor (803), and the output shaft of the driving motor (803) penetrates the moving shell (801) and is matched with the core removing rod (802).

5. The apple coring and peeling apparatus of claim 1, wherein The discharging and cleaning assembly (9) comprises a discharging hole (901) and a waste hole (902) arranged in sequence at the top end of the workbench (1), limit grooves (903) are arranged in the interiors of the two sides of the discharging hole (901), limit baffle plates (904) are arranged in the interiors of the limit grooves (903), two groups of extension rods (905) are arranged at one end of the limit baffle plates (904), one end of the extension rods (905) is provided with connecting plates (906), and the connecting plates (906) are located at the bottom end of the workbench (1).

6. A corer and peeler for apples as claimed in claim 5 wherein, The discharging and cleaning assembly (9) further comprises a fixed shell (907) and a fixed shell (908) arranged at the top end of the workbench (1), one end of the fixed shell (907) is provided with a driving motor (909), and the interior of the fixed shell (907) is provided with a threaded rod (910) connected with the driving motor (909). The fixed shell two (908) is internally provided with a guide rod (911), and the guide rod (911) is matched with the threaded rod (910) through a cleaning rod (912).

7. The apple coring and peeling apparatus of claim 1, wherein The peeling assembly (10) comprises a telescopic plate two (1001) arranged at the other end of the top end of the workbench (1), and the top end of the telescopic plate two (1001) is provided with a moving plate two (1002), one end of the moving plate two (1002) is provided with a telescopic rod six (1003), one end of the telescopic rod six (1003) is provided with a moving plate three (1004), one end of the moving plate three (1004) is provided with a fixed seat (1005), one side of the fixed seat (1005) is provided with a driving motor two (1006), and the fixed seat (1005) is internally provided with a peeling plate (1007) matched with the driving motor two (1006).

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