Plant beverage preparation and fermentation device
By introducing a hydraulically driven sampling mechanism and a feeding spiral blade into the fermentation device, the contamination problem caused by the open fermentation tank was solved, and the effects of closed sampling and uniform fermentation were achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202423313012.8
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2024-12-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-01-13
- Estimated Expiration
- 2034-12-30
AI Technical Summary
In existing plant-based beverage fermentation equipment, the fermentation tank is in an open state when the top cover frame is open during sampling operations, which can easily lead to internal contamination.
A fermentation device including a sampling mechanism was designed. A hydraulic cylinder drives a connecting plate and a sampling rod to perform closed sampling. A pressure detection component is used to detect the consistency of the material to avoid contamination in the open state. Continuous feeding is achieved through a feeding spiral to prevent uneven fermentation.
This method enables closed sampling, avoiding contamination inside the fermenter while ensuring accurate judgment of fermentation uniformity and material consistency.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of plant beverage production technology, and in particular to a plant beverage preparation and fermentation device. Background Technology
[0002] Plant-based beverages are a type of drink made from plants and are popular among consumers. The production process typically involves fermentation, where plant materials are transformed into beverages with unique flavors, textures, and nutritional value through the action of microorganisms. Plant materials and fermentation starters are injected into a fermentation tank, and both are stirred and fermented using a stirrer. When fermentation reaches a certain stage, samples need to be taken for testing so that operators can monitor the degree of fermentation. Current sampling methods involve opening the top cover and inserting a sampling rod into the material. During the opening of the top cover, the fermentation tank is in an open state, which may cause contamination inside the tank.
[0003] To address the aforementioned issues, a plant-based beverage preparation and fermentation device has been developed. Utility Model Content
[0004] To overcome the drawback of existing sampling operations that involve opening the top cover and inserting the sampling rod into the material, which leaves the fermentation tank in an open state and may cause internal contamination, this invention provides a plant beverage preparation fermentation device.
[0005] The technical solution of this utility model is as follows: a plant beverage preparation fermentation device, including a fermentation tank, an upper cover frame provided on the upper part of the fermentation tank, a first drive motor installed on the upper side of the upper cover frame, a stirring frame connected to the output shaft of the first drive motor, a sampling mechanism provided on the upper cover frame, the sampling mechanism including a mounting plate, the mounting plate connected to the left side of the upper cover frame, a hydraulic cylinder mounted on the mounting plate, a connecting plate connected to the telescopic end of the hydraulic cylinder, a pressure detection component connected to the right side of the connecting plate, and a sampling rod connected to the lower part of the pressure detection component.
[0006] Further explanation: It also includes a feeding mechanism, which includes a feeding frame. The feeding frame is connected to the upper right side of the upper cover frame. An installation frame is connected to the feeding frame. A second drive motor is installed on the upper side of the installation frame. A feeding spiral blade is connected to the output shaft of the second drive motor.
[0007] To further explain, the fermentation tank is equipped with several mounting blocks.
[0008] To further explain, the upper part of the upper cover frame is provided with a protrusion that reinforces the stirring rack.
[0009] To further explain, the outer side of the stirring rack can fit against the inner wall of the fermentation tank to scrape away any impurities, thereby making the stirring more thorough.
[0010] To further explain, the lower part of the dispensing rod has a hollow structure.
[0011] By adopting the above technical solutions, this utility model has the following advantages:
[0012] This invention features a sampling mechanism that uses a hydraulic cylinder to drive a connecting plate, pressure detection component, and sampling rod downwards in sequence, thereby completing the sampling operation of the fermented material to observe the fermentation process. The pressure detection component detects the pressure in the liquid, allowing operators to judge the consistency of the material and thus comprehensively assess the degree of fermentation inside the fermenter. This relatively closed system avoids contamination of the fermenter during sampling. Simultaneously, the feeding spiral blades stably deliver the material into the fermenter, and this continuous feeding method avoids the problem of uneven fermentation caused by feeding large quantities at once. Attached Figure Description
[0013] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.
[0014] Figure 2 This is a partial cross-sectional three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention.
[0015] Figure 3 This is a partial cross-sectional structural diagram of the present invention.
[0016] In the attached diagrams: 1-fermentation tank, 2-top cover frame, 3-first drive motor, 4-stirring rack, 5-sampling mechanism, 51-medicine dispensing rod, 52-pressure detection component, 53-connecting plate, 54-hydraulic cylinder, 55-mounting plate, 6-feeding mechanism, 61-feeding frame, 62-mounting frame, 63-second drive motor, 64-feeding spiral blade. Detailed Implementation
[0017] The present invention will be further described below with reference to specific embodiments. The illustrative embodiments and descriptions of the present invention are used to explain the present invention, but are not intended to limit the present invention.
[0018] A plant-based beverage preparation fermentation device, such as Figures 1-3As shown, the system includes a fermentation tank 1 with several mounting blocks. A top cover frame 2 is located on the upper part of the fermentation tank 1. The upper part of the top cover frame 2 has protrusions that reinforce the stirring rack 4. A first drive motor 3 is mounted on the upper side of the middle of the top cover frame 2. The output shaft of the first drive motor 3 is connected to the stirring rack 4. The outer side of the stirring rack 4 can fit against the inner wall of the fermentation tank 1 to scrape the inner wall, thus making the mixing more thorough. A sampling mechanism 5 is provided on the top cover frame 2. The sampling mechanism 5 includes a mounting plate 55. The mounting plate 55 is connected to the left side of the top cover frame 2. A hydraulic cylinder 54 is mounted on the mounting plate 55. A connecting plate 53 is connected to the telescopic end of the hydraulic cylinder 54. A pressure detection component 52 is connected to the right side of the connecting plate 53. A drug-taking rod 51 is connected to the lower part of the pressure detection component 52. The lower part of the drug-taking rod 51 has a hollow structure.
[0019] like Figures 1-3 As shown, it also includes a feeding mechanism 6, which includes a feeding frame 61. The upper right side of the upper cover frame 2 is connected to the feeding frame 61, and a mounting frame 62 is connected to the feeding frame 61. A second drive motor 63 is mounted on the upper side of the mounting frame 62, and a feeding spiral blade 64 is connected to the output shaft of the second drive motor 63.
[0020] It should be noted that plant-based beverages are a type of drink made from plants and are popular among consumers. The production process typically involves fermentation, where plant materials are transformed into a beverage with unique flavor, texture, and nutritional value through the action of microorganisms. First, the plant materials and fermentation starter are injected into the feeding spiral 64, and the second drive motor 63 is activated. The output shaft of the second drive motor 63 rotates, driving the feeding spiral 64 to rotate. The feeding spiral 64 stably delivers the material into the fermentation tank 1. This continuous feeding method avoids the problem of uneven fermentation caused by feeding a large amount of material at once. Simultaneously, the first drive motor 3 is activated, and its output shaft rotates, driving the stirring rack 4 to rotate. The stirring rack 4 stirs the plant materials and fermentation starter in the fermentation tank 1. The outer side of the stirring rack 4 can adhere to the fermentation tank 1. The inner wall of fermenter 1 is scraped to ensure more thorough mixing. When fermentation reaches a certain stage, sampling and testing of the fermentation status are required. Hydraulic cylinder 54 is activated, and the extension end of hydraulic cylinder 54 drives the connecting plate 53 upward, which in turn drives the pressure detection component 52 and the extraction rod 51 downward. The extraction rod 51 enters the material and extracts the material. Then, the extension end of hydraulic cylinder 54 returns to its original position until the material is removed. The operator can observe the fermentation status by inspecting the extracted material. At the same time, when the extension end of hydraulic cylinder 54 drives the extraction rod 51 upward, the pressure detection component 52 detects the pressure in the liquid, which helps the operator judge the consistency of the material. This comprehensive assessment of the fermentation degree inside fermenter 1 avoids contamination of the inside of fermenter 1 during sampling.
[0021] The above embodiments are only for illustrating the technical concept and features of this utility model, and are intended to enable those skilled in the art to understand the content of this utility model and implement it accordingly. They should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. All equivalent changes or modifications made in accordance with the spirit and essence of this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of this utility model.
Claims
1. A fermentation apparatus for preparing plant-based beverages, characterized in that: The device includes a fermenter (1), a top cover frame (2) on the upper part of the fermenter (1), a first drive motor (3) installed on the upper side of the middle part of the top cover frame (2), a stirring rack (4) connected to the output shaft of the first drive motor (3), a sampling mechanism (5) provided on the top cover frame (2), the sampling mechanism (5) including a mounting plate (55), the mounting plate (55) connected to the left side of the top cover frame (2), a hydraulic cylinder (54) installed on the mounting plate (55), a connecting plate (53) connected to the telescopic end of the hydraulic cylinder (54), a pressure detection component (52) connected to the right side of the connecting plate (53), and a drug-taking rod (51) connected to the lower part of the pressure detection component (52).
2. A plant-based beverage preparation and fermentation apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a feeding mechanism (6), which includes a feeding frame (61). The upper right side of the upper cover frame (2) is connected to the feeding frame (61). The feeding frame (61) is connected to an mounting frame (62). A second drive motor (63) is mounted on the upper side of the mounting frame (62). A feeding spiral blade (64) is connected to the output shaft of the second drive motor (63).
3. A plant-based beverage preparation and fermentation apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The fermentation tank (1) is equipped with several mounting blocks.
4. A plant-based beverage preparation and fermentation apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper part of the upper cover frame (2) is provided with a protrusion that reinforces the stirring rack (4).
5. A plant-based beverage preparation and fermentation apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer side of the stirring rack (4) can fit against the inner wall of the fermentation tank (1) to scrape the inner wall of the fermentation tank (1), thereby making the stirring more thorough.
6. A plant-based beverage preparation and fermentation apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lower part of the medicine dispensing rod (51) has a hollow structure.