Square elephant trunk for rice transportation

By using anti-clogging components in the square chute for rice transportation, and utilizing a motor-driven rotating rod and gear system to agitate the rice, the problem of clogging during rice transportation is solved, achieving stable and efficient conveying.

CN223765265UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-06ZHONGXIANG YANGZI CEREALS & OIL FOOD CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520142835.4
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-01-22
Publication Date
2026-01-06
Estimated Expiration
2035-01-22

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Rice is prone to sticking together during transportation, causing blockages and affecting the operating efficiency of the production line.

Method used

An anti-clogging component is used, including a motor-driven rotating rod, a drive gear, and a driven gear that drive a stirring block inside the conveying tube to periodically stir the rice and prevent it from piling up and clumping.

Benefits of technology

This improved the stability and efficiency of rice transportation, reduced blockages, and ensured continuous operation of the production line.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of square elephant trunk, discloses a square elephant trunk for rice transportation, and solves the problem that the overall operation efficiency of a production line is affected due to blockage caused by the fact that rice is easy to adhere in the transportation process and rice transportation interruption caused by blockage. A square elephant trunk for rice transportation comprises a trunk body, an anti-blocking assembly is arranged in the trunk body, a motor drives a rotating rod to rotate, the rotating rod rotates to drive a driving gear to rotate, the driving gear rotates to drive a driven gear to rotate, and therefore a conveying pipe and a shifting block in the conveying pipe are driven to rotate, and the shifting block rotates to stir rice in the conveying pipe conveniently; through periodic stirring, rice can be conveyed uniformly and smoothly, rice accumulation or caking is prevented, the blocking problem possibly occurring in the rice conveying process is reduced, and the conveying stability and efficiency are improved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of square chute technology, specifically a square chute for transporting rice. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, rice is mainly transported in two ways: bulk transport and bagged transport. In bulk transport, various types of conveyors, chutes, and other equipment are usually used to complete the transport. Square chutes for rice transport are a type of pipeline system specifically designed for transporting granular materials such as rice. These pipes are usually square or rectangular in cross-section.

[0003] During transportation, when rice contains high moisture content, it easily sticks together, causing blockages. Similarly, when rice grains vary significantly in size, smaller grains may get stuck between larger grains, also leading to blockages. Blockages can disrupt rice transport, thus affecting the overall operating efficiency of the production line. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a square chute for transporting rice. By using this device, the problem of rice sticking together and causing blockages during transportation is solved. Blockages can lead to interruptions in rice transport, thus affecting the overall operating efficiency of the production line.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a square chute for transporting rice, comprising a pipe body, wherein an anti-clogging component is provided inside the pipe body to prevent rice from clogging.

[0006] The anti-clogging component includes a motor fixedly connected to the outer surface of the tube body, a rotating rod fixedly connected to the output end of the motor, a driving gear fixedly connected to the outer surface of the rotating rod, a driven gear meshing with one side of the driving gear, a transmission tube fixedly connected inside the driven gear, and a toggle block fixedly connected to the inner wall of the transmission tube. The rotating rod passes through the tube body.

[0007] Furthermore, a baffle is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the tube, a connecting groove is opened on the outer surface of the baffle, a fixing ring is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the connecting groove, a rotating groove is opened on the outer surface of the fixing ring, and the conveying tube is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the rotating groove.

[0008] Furthermore, two sets of baffles and fixing rings are provided, with the two sets of baffles and fixing rings respectively located at both ends of the conveying pipe.

[0009] Furthermore, a connecting block is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the tube, and a threaded hole is opened on the outer surface of the connecting block. A bolt is threaded inside the threaded hole, and a nut is threaded on the outer surface of the bolt.

[0010] Furthermore, a limiting groove is provided at one end of the tube body, and a filter plate is movably embedded inside the limiting groove, with filter holes provided on the outer surface of the filter plate.

[0011] Furthermore, a first limiting hole is provided on the inner wall of the limiting groove, and a second limiting hole is provided on the outer surface of the filter plate. A limiting post is movably connected between the first limiting hole and the second limiting hole.

[0012] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0013] This utility model proposes a square chute for transporting rice. A motor drives a rotating rod, which in turn drives a drive gear, which in turn drives a driven gear. This, in turn, causes the conveying pipe and an agitator block inside the conveying pipe to rotate. The rotation of the agitator block facilitates the agitation of the rice inside the conveying pipe. Through periodic agitation, the rice is transported evenly and smoothly, preventing rice accumulation or clumping, reducing potential blockages during transport, and improving the stability and efficiency of the conveying process. This invention solves the problem of rice sticking together during transport, which leads to blockages, interruptions in rice transport, and ultimately affects the overall operating efficiency of the production line. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the limiting groove and filter plate structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the connecting block and nut structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the tube body of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the anti-clogging component, fixing ring, and baffle structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the toggle block structure of this utility model.

[0020] In the diagram: 1. Pipe body; 11. Limiting groove; 111. First limiting hole; 2. Connecting block; 21. Threaded hole; 211. Bolt; 3. Filter plate; 31. Filter hole; 32. Second limiting hole; 321. Limiting post; 4. Nut; 5. Anti-clogging component; 51. Motor; 52. Rotating rod; 53. Driving gear; 54. Driven gear; 55. Transmission pipe; 56. Actuating block; 6. Fixing ring; 61. Rotating groove; 7. Baffle; 71. Connecting groove. Detailed Implementation

[0021] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0022] To further understand the content of this utility model, a detailed description of this utility model will be provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings.

[0023] Combination Figure 1 and Figure 4 A square chute for transporting rice includes a pipe body 1, and an anti-clogging component 5 is provided inside the pipe body 1 to prevent rice from clogging.

[0024] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the embodiments.

[0025] Example 1:

[0026] Please see Figures 1-6 The anti-clogging component 5 includes a motor 51 fixedly connected to the outer surface of the tube body 1, a rotating rod 52 fixedly connected to the output end of the motor 51, a drive gear 53 fixedly connected to the outer surface of the rotating rod 52, a driven gear 54 meshing with one side of the drive gear 53, a conveying tube 55 fixedly connected inside the driven gear 54, and a toggle block 56 fixedly connected to the inner wall of the conveying tube 55. The rotating rod 52 passes through the tube body 1 and is driven to rotate by the motor 51. The rotation of the rotating rod 52 drives the drive gear 53 to rotate, and the rotation of the drive gear 53 drives the driven gear 54 to rotate, thereby driving the conveying tube 55 and the toggle block 56 inside the conveying tube 55 to rotate. The rotation of the toggle block 56 facilitates the stirring of the rice inside the conveying tube 55. Through periodic stirring, the rice is conveyed evenly and smoothly, preventing the rice from accumulating or clumping, reducing the possible clogging problems during the rice conveying process, and improving the stability and efficiency of the conveying.

[0027] A baffle 7 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the tube body 1. A connecting groove 71 is opened on the outer surface of the baffle 7. A fixing ring 6 is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the connecting groove 71. A rotating groove 61 is opened on the outer surface of the fixing ring 6. The conveying tube 55 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of the rotating groove 61. The baffle 7 is used to isolate the space between the tube body 1 and the conveying tube 55 to ensure that the rice flows into the conveying tube 55. The conveying tube 55 is fixed inside the tube body 1 by the fixing ring 6 and the baffle 7. The rotating groove 61 opened on the outer surface of the fixing ring 6 facilitates the rotation of the conveying tube 55.

[0028] Two sets of baffles 7 and fixing rings 6 are provided. The two sets of baffles 7 and fixing rings 6 are respectively set at both ends of the conveying pipe 55. The baffles 7 at both ends of the conveying pipe 55 can effectively prevent rice from leaking from the gap between the pipe body 1 and the conveying pipe 55. The two sets of fixing rings 6 and baffles 7 can better support and position the conveying pipe 55, making it more stable when rotating, thereby improving the overall stability of the conveying pipe 55.

[0029] A connecting block 2 is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the pipe body 1. A threaded hole 21 is opened on the outer surface of the connecting block 2. A bolt 211 is threaded inside the threaded hole 21. A nut 4 is threaded on the outer surface of the bolt 211. By using the combination of bolt 211 and nut 4, multiple pipe bodies 1 can be easily spliced ​​together to form a longer conveying pipeline. At the same time, the combination of bolt 211 and nut 4 makes the installation and disassembly process simpler and faster.

[0030] One end of the tube body 1 is provided with a limiting groove 11, and a filter plate 3 is movably embedded inside the limiting groove 11. The outer surface of the filter plate 3 is provided with filter holes 31. The filter holes 31 on the outer surface of the filter plate 3 facilitate the filtering out of impurities in the rice, ensuring that only rice grains that meet the size requirements pass through, thereby improving the quality of the product.

[0031] The inner wall of the limiting groove 11 is provided with a first limiting hole 111, and the outer surface of the filter plate 3 is provided with a second limiting hole 32. A limiting post 321 is movably connected between the first limiting hole 111 and the second limiting hole 32. The filter plate 3 is fixed to the tube body 1 by the limiting post 321. By inserting and pulling out the limiting post 321, the filter plate 3 can be easily installed into or removed from the limiting groove 11, which facilitates the maintenance and cleaning of the filter plate 3.

[0032] In use, multiple pipes 1 can be easily spliced ​​together using a combination of bolts 211 and nuts 4 to form a longer conveying pipeline. The filter plate 3 is fixed to the pipe 1 by the limiting post 321. The filter plate 3 can be easily installed into or removed from the limiting groove 11 by inserting and pulling the limiting post 321, which facilitates maintenance and cleaning of the filter plate 3. The filter holes 31 on the outer surface of the filter plate 3 facilitate the filtering out of impurities in the rice, ensuring that only rice grains that meet the size requirements pass through. During transportation, the motor 51 drives the rotating rod 52 to rotate, which in turn drives the drive gear 53 to rotate, which in turn drives the driven gear 54 to rotate, thereby driving the conveying pipe 55 and the agitator block 56 inside the conveying pipe 55 to rotate. The rotation of the agitator block 56 facilitates the stirring of the rice inside the conveying pipe 55. Through periodic stirring, the rice is conveyed evenly and smoothly, preventing rice from accumulating or clumping, reducing possible blockage problems during rice transportation, and improving the stability and efficiency of transportation.

[0033] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus.

[0034] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A chute for transporting rice, comprising a chute body (1), characterized in that: The pipe body (1) is internally provided with an anti-blocking assembly (5) for preventing rice from being blocked; The anti-blocking assembly (5) comprises a motor (51) fixedly connected to the outer surface of the pipe body (1), a rotating rod (52) fixedly connected to the output end of the motor (51), a driving gear (53) fixedly connected to the outer surface of the rotating rod (52), a driven gear (54) meshingly connected to one side of the driving gear (53), a conveying pipe (55) fixedly connected to the inside of the driven gear (54), and a pushing block (56) fixedly connected to the inner wall of the conveying pipe (55), and the rotating rod (52) penetrates through the pipe body (1).

2. A chute according to claim 1, wherein: The inner wall of the pipe body (1) is fixedly connected with a baffle (7), the outer surface of the baffle (7) is provided with a connecting groove (71), the inner wall of the connecting groove (71) is fixedly connected with a fixing ring (6), the outer surface of the fixing ring (6) is provided with a rotating groove (61), and the conveying pipe (55) is rotatably connected with the inner wall of the rotating groove (61).

3. A chute according to claim 2, wherein: The baffle (7) and the fixing ring (6) are both provided with two groups, and the two groups of baffles (7) and fixing rings (6) are respectively arranged at both ends of the conveying pipe (55).

4. The chute according to claim 1, wherein: The outer surface of the pipe body (1) is fixedly connected with a connecting block (2), the outer surface of the connecting block (2) is provided with a threaded hole (21), the threaded hole (21) is internally threadedly connected with a bolt (211), and the outer surface of the bolt (211) is threadedly connected with a nut (4).

5. A chute according to claim 4, wherein: One end of the pipe body (1) is provided with a limiting groove (11), the limiting groove (11) is movably embedded with a filter plate (3), and the outer surface of the filter plate (3) is provided with a filter hole (31).

6. A chute according to claim 5, wherein: The inner wall of the limiting groove (11) is provided with a first limiting hole (111), the outer surface of the filter plate (3) is provided with a second limiting hole (32), and the first limiting hole (111) and the second limiting hole (32) are movably connected with a limiting column (321).