Linkage mechanism and continuous harvesting device

By designing a linkage mechanism and a continuous harvesting device, the microalgae harvesting process was automated and continuous, solving the problems of cumbersome procedures and high costs in traditional processes, and improving production efficiency and output.

CN223823585UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-23GUIZHOU ZHONGMING BIOTECHNOLOGY CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202321871512.6
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2023-07-17
Publication Date
2026-01-23
Estimated Expiration
2033-07-17

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Technical Problem

Traditional microalgae harvesting processes are cumbersome and cannot be operated continuously, increasing costs and labor requirements.

Method used

Design a linkage mechanism, including a frame, movable column and screen, to achieve automatic hanging and unloading of the screen through the offset setting of transmission components and hooks. Combined with a continuous harvesting device, an algae pump and a recovery tank are used for uninterrupted harvesting.

Benefits of technology

It simplifies the microalgae harvesting process, reduces labor costs, improves production efficiency and yield, and ensures the continuity and uniformity of the harvesting process.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of pipeline reinforcement, in particular to a linkage mechanism which comprises a frame body, a movable column, a screen mesh and a harvesting unit, the frame body is arranged on one side of the movable column, the screen mesh is arranged on one side of the frame body, the linkage unit is arranged on one side of the harvesting unit, the harvesting unit comprises an algae outlet pump, a recycling pool and a harvesting barrel, the algae outlet pump is arranged on one side of the recycling pool, and the harvesting barrel is arranged on one side of the recycling pool. The harvesting barrel is arranged on the other side of the recycling pool. The microalgae harvesting device has the advantages that the screen is automatically hung on the hooks or microalgae are automatically unloaded from the screen, the microalgae harvesting procedure can be carried out through a simple mechanical structure, and meanwhile labor cost and cost are saved through a linkage mechanism.
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Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The utility model relates to microalgae harvesting technical field, especially a linkage mechanism. BACKGROUND

[0002] Microalgae harvesting is a technology used in the fields of biofuels, food additives and nutritional supplements. Microalgae are a class of single-cell or multi-cell microplants with characteristics of high-speed growth, high yield and high oil content, and are widely used in the fields of energy and food.

[0003] Microalgae collection is usually divided into two methods, namely physical collection and chemical treatment. The physical collection method includes centrifugation, filtration, sedimentation, etc., while the chemical treatment method uses chemical agents to make microalgae settle or float.

[0004] The traditional harvesting process generally adopts the method of settling first and then centrifuging. This method cannot be operated continuously and increases the cost of microalgae harvesting. SUMMARY

[0005] The purpose of this section is to outline some aspects of the embodiments of the utility model and briefly introduce some preferred embodiments. Some simplifications or omissions may be made in this section and the abstract of the specification and the utility model name to avoid obscuring the purpose of this section, the abstract of the specification and the utility model name. Such simplifications or omissions cannot be used to limit the scope of the utility model.

[0006] In view of the above-mentioned existing harvesting technology of settling first and then centrifuging, on the one hand, the process is complicated, and on the other hand, the technology cannot be operated continuously. Therefore, the utility model is proposed.

[0007] The utility model aims to provide a linkage mechanism, which aims to solve the problem of simple process for microalgae harvesting.

[0008] To solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides the following technical scheme: a linkage mechanism, which comprises a frame body, a movable column and a screen mesh, the frame body is arranged on one side of the movable column, and the screen mesh is arranged on one side of the frame body.

[0009] As a preferred scheme of the linkage mechanism of the utility model, the frame body comprises a first frame head, a second frame head and a hook, the second frame head is arranged on one side of the first frame head, and the hook is arranged on the first frame head.

[0010] As a preferred scheme of the utility model linkage mechanism, wherein: the first frame head includes frame head connecting shaft, frame head connecting shaft is arranged on the first frame head, the second frame head includes shaft connecting boss and connecting through hole, the shaft connecting boss is arranged on the second frame head, and the connecting through hole is arranged on the shaft connecting boss.

[0011] As a preferred scheme of the utility model linkage mechanism, wherein: the hook includes hook body connecting shell and hook body, the hook body is arranged in the hook body connecting shell, the hook body connecting shell includes first connecting shaft, limiting connecting shaft and second connecting shaft, the first connecting shaft is arranged on one side of the limiting connecting shaft, and the second connecting shaft is arranged on the other side of the limiting connecting shaft, the hook body includes rotating hole, hook head, hook tail and limiting shaft, the hook tail is arranged on one side of the rotating hole, the hook head is arranged on the other side of the rotating hole, and the limiting shaft is arranged on the hook head.

[0012] As a preferred scheme of the utility model linkage mechanism, wherein: the movable column includes column body, connecting frame and transmission part, the connecting frame is arranged on the column body, and the transmission part is arranged in the column body.

[0013] As a preferred scheme of the utility model linkage mechanism, wherein: the column body includes sliding groove, the sliding groove is arranged on the column body, the connecting frame includes sleeve shaft and supporting plate, the sleeve shaft is connected with the column body, and the supporting plate is arranged on the sleeve shaft, and the transmission part includes first gear, second gear, threaded column and supporting part, the first gear and the second gear are meshed and connected, the threaded column is fixedly arranged on the second gear, and the supporting part is threadedly connected with the threaded column.

[0014] As a preferred scheme of the utility model linkage mechanism, wherein: the screen cloth includes frame body, connecting rod and connecting column, the connecting rod is arranged on one side of the frame body, and the connecting column is arranged on the other side of the frame body.

[0015] As a preferred scheme of the utility model linkage mechanism, wherein: the frame body includes algae unloading side, the algae unloading side is arranged on the frame body, the connecting rod includes boss, the boss is arranged on the connecting rod, the connecting column includes connecting shaft, and the connecting shaft is arranged on the connecting column.

[0016] The linkage mechanism has the advantages that: the linkage mechanism can automatically hang the screen cloth on the hook or unload the microalgae from the screen cloth through the transmission part and the central biasing of the hook, and the microalgae harvesting procedure can be implemented by simple mechanical structure, and the linkage mechanism also saves labor cost and cost.

[0017] The utility model discloses another purpose is to provide a continuous recovery device, which aims at solving the automatic recovery microalgae.

[0018] To solve the above technical problem, the utility model discloses the following technical scheme: a continuous recovery device, including linkage mechanism, and recovery unit, the linkage unit is arranged in one side of recovery unit, and the recovery unit includes algae pump, recovery pool and collection channel, the algae pump is arranged in one side of recovery pool, and the collection channel is arranged in the other side of recovery pool.

[0019] As a preferred scheme of the utility model discloses a continuous recovery device, wherein: the algae pump includes water pump and algae outlet, the algae outlet is arranged in one side of water pump, and the algae outlet is provided with multiple channels according to the particle size of algae liquid, and is switched through the valve.

[0020] The continuous recovery device has the advantages that: the continuous recovery device can realize the uninterrupted recovery process, greatly improves the production efficiency and output. Compared with the traditional manual or batch recovery mode, the continuous recovery device can continuously and efficiently complete the recovery task, reduces the demand for manual participation, saves the human resource cost and labor cost, and the continuous recovery device adopts the accurate control technology and system, reduces the loss and waste in the recovery process, and can pick crops in a consistent manner, has uniformity and quality stability. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical scheme of the embodiments of the utility model, the drawings needed in the embodiment description will be briefly introduced, and obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the utility model, and those skilled in the art can obtain other drawings according to the drawings without creating labor intensity. Among them:

[0022] Fig. 1 It is the hooking state display drawing of the linkage mechanism in the utility model.

[0023] Fig. 2 It is the disengaging state display drawing of the hooking of the linkage mechanism in the utility model.

[0024] Fig. 3 It is the side structure display drawing of the linkage mechanism in the utility model.

[0025] Fig. 4 It is the front structure display drawing of the linkage mechanism in the utility model.

[0026] Fig. 5 It is the hooking structure display drawing in the utility model.

[0027] Fig. 6 This is a diagram illustrating the sieve used in this utility model.

[0028] Fig. 7 This is a diagram illustrating the continuous harvesting device of this utility model. Detailed Implementation

[0029] To make the above-mentioned objectives, features and advantages of this utility model more apparent and understandable, the specific embodiments of this utility model will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0030] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Those skilled in the art can make similar extensions without departing from the spirit of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed below.

[0031] Secondly, the term "an embodiment" or "embodiment" as used herein refers to a specific feature, structure, or characteristic that may be included in at least one implementation of the present invention. The phrase "in one embodiment" appearing in different places in this specification does not necessarily refer to the same embodiment, nor is it a single embodiment or an embodiment selectively excluded from other embodiments.

[0032] Example 1

[0033] Reference Figs. 1-2 This is the first embodiment of the present utility model. This embodiment provides a linkage mechanism, including a frame 101, a movable column 102 and a screen 103. The frame 101 is disposed on one side of the movable column 102 and the screen 103 is disposed on one side of the frame 101.

[0034] Preferably, the frame 101 is mounted on the movable column 102 and the frame 101 is fixedly connected to the movable column 102. The screen 103 is mounted on one side of the frame 101 and one side of the screen 103 is axially connected to one side of the frame 101. The other side of the screen 103 is movably connected to the other side of the frame 101.

[0035] In use, the frame 101 is mounted on the movable column 102, and the frame 101 and the movable column 102 are fixedly connected. The connection between the frame 101 and the movable column 102 is stable. One side of the screen 103 is axially connected to one side of the frame 101, and the other side of the screen 103 is movably connected to the other side of the frame 101. When the other side of the screen 103 is disengaged from the other side of the frame 101, the other side of the screen 103 tilts downward, unloading the microalgae into the collection channel. This method is simple, convenient, and reduces costs.

[0036] Example 2

[0037] Reference Figs. 1-6This is the second embodiment of the present invention. Unlike the previous embodiment, the frame 101 includes a first frame head 101a, a second frame head 101b, and a hook 101c. The second frame head 101b is disposed on one side of the first frame head 101a, and the hook 101c is disposed on the first frame head 101a. The movable column 102 includes a column body 102a, a connecting frame 102b, and a transmission component 102c. The connecting frame 102b is disposed on the column body 102a, and the transmission component 102c is disposed inside the column body 102a. The screen 103 includes a frame body 103a, a connecting rod 103b, and a connecting column 103c. The connecting rod 103b is disposed on one side of the frame body 103a, and the connecting column 103c is disposed on the other side of the frame body 103a.

[0038] Preferably, the first frame head 101a includes a frame head connecting shaft 101a-1, which is disposed on the first frame head 101a; the second frame head 101b includes a shaft connecting protrusion 101b-1 and a connecting through hole 101b-2, which is disposed on the second frame head 101b and the connecting through hole 101b-2.

[0039] Preferably, the hook 101c includes a hook body connecting shell 101c-1 and a hook body 101c-2, with the hook body 101c-2 disposed within the hook body connecting shell 101c-1; the hook body connecting shell 101c-1 includes a first connecting shaft 101c-11, a limiting connecting shaft 101c-12, and a second connecting shaft 101c-13, with the first connecting shaft 101c-11 disposed on one side of the limiting connecting shaft 101c-12 and the second connecting shaft 101c-13 disposed on the other side of the limiting connecting shaft 101c-12; the hook body 101c-2 includes a rotating hole 101c-21 and a hook head 101c-22. The hook tail 101c-23 and the limiting shaft 101c-24 are arranged. The hook tail 101c-23 is located on one side of the rotating hole 101c-21, and the hook head 101c-22 is located on the other side of the rotating hole 101c-21. The limiting shaft 101c-24 is located on the hook head 101c-22. The rotating hole 101c-21 is located on the side of the hook body 101c-2 that is biased towards the hook tail 101c-23. The position of the rotating hole 101c-21 causes the center of gravity of the hook 101c to shift. When the hook 101c is not holding the screen 103, the hook head 101c-22 faces downward and the hook tail 101c-23 faces upward.

[0040] Furthermore, the column 102a includes a groove 102a-1, which is disposed on the column 102a;

[0041] The connecting frame 102b includes a sleeve shaft 102b-1 and a support plate 102b-2. The sleeve shaft 102b-1 is axially connected to the column 102a, and the support plate 102b-2 is disposed on the sleeve shaft 102b-1. The transmission component 102c includes a first gear 102c-1, a second gear 102c-2, a threaded column 102c-3, and a support component 102c-4. The first gear 102c-1 and the second gear 102c-2 are meshed and connected. The threaded column 102c-3 is fixedly disposed on the second gear 102c-2, and the support component 102c-4 is threadedly connected to the threaded column 102c-3.

[0042] Furthermore, the frame 103a includes an algae-unloading side 103a-1, which is disposed on the frame 103a; the connecting rod 103b includes a protrusion 103b-1, which is disposed on the connecting rod 103b; the connecting column 103c includes a connecting shaft 103c-1, which is disposed on the connecting column 103c; the connecting rod 103b is disposed on one side of the frame 103a, but not in the middle of one side of the frame 103a. When the connecting rod 103b interferes with the hook head 101c-22, the connecting rod 103b is on the drooping side of the hook head 101c-22, which makes it convenient for the connecting rod 103b to lift the hook head 101c-22.

[0043] In use, one end of the first gear 102c-1 is connected to the motor, and the first gear 102c-1 is the driving transmission gear. The first gear 102c-1 meshes with the second gear 102c-2. The threaded post 102c-3 is fixedly mounted on the second gear 102c-2 and serves as the transmission post. The support member 102c-4 is threadedly connected to the threaded post 102c-3, and the support member 102c-4 moves within the groove 102a-1 of the post 102a. The sleeve shaft 102b-1 is mounted on the support member 102c-2. On the -4, the sleeve shaft 102b-1 moves together with the support member 102c-4; a support plate 102b-2 is provided on one side of the sleeve shaft 102b-1, and the support plate 102b-2 is fixedly connected to the sleeve shaft 102b-1, and the support plate 102b-2 also moves together with the support member 102c-4; the connecting shaft 103c-1 is axially connected to the connecting through hole 101b-2. When the protrusion 103b-1 is located on the inner curved side of the hook tail 101c-23, the algae discharge side 103a-1 of the screen 103 tilts upward, and the microalgae fall from the algae outlet into the screen 103. To ensure that microalgae can better reside within the screen 103, the limiting shaft 101c-24 is mounted on the hook head 101c-22. The hook head 101c-22 of the hook 101c is heavier than the hook tail 101c-23. Simultaneously, the rotating hole 101c-21 is located on the side of the hook body 101c-2 biased towards the hook tail 101c-23. When the support member 102c-4 continues to move upwards, and the support plate 102b-2 supports the screen 103, the hook 101c is not under force, with the hook head 101c-22 pointing downwards and the hook tail 101c-23 pointing upwards; when the support plate 102b-2 supports the screen 103, the hook 101c is not under force, with the hook head 101c-22 pointing downwards and the hook tail 101c-23 pointing upwards. When the support 102c-4 descends and then rises again, the screen 103 is lifted upward by the support plate 102b-2. The connecting rod 103b is not located in the middle position on one side of the frame 103a. When the connecting rod 103b interferes with the hook 101c-22, the connecting rod 103b is pushed upward from the drooping side of the hook 101c-22 until the protrusion 103b-1 falls back into the inner bend of the hook tail 101c-23. At this point, the linkage mechanism completes all the movements. All reciprocating movements are completed through mechanical structure, saving equipment and labor costs.

[0044] Example 3

[0045] Reference Figs. 1-7 This is the third embodiment of the present invention. This embodiment further provides a continuous harvesting device, including a harvesting unit 200 and a linkage unit 100 disposed on one side of the harvesting unit 200. The harvesting unit 200 includes an algae discharge pump 201, a recovery tank 202 and a collection channel 203. The algae discharge pump 201 is disposed on one side of the recovery tank 202 and the collection channel 203 is disposed on the other side of the recovery tank 202.

[0046] Preferably, the algae outlet pump 201 includes a water pump 201a and an algae outlet 201b. The algae outlet 201b is located on one side of the water pump 201a. The algae outlet 201b is configured with multiple channels according to the particle size of the algae solution. Different sizes of microalgae can be screened by switching through valves.

[0047] In summary, pump 201a extracts the microalgae solution, which flows out through valves from different algae outlets 201b. One end of the first gear 102c-1 is connected to the motor, and the first gear 102c-1 is the driving transmission gear. The first gear 102c-1 meshes with the second gear 102c-2. The threaded column 102c-3 is fixedly mounted on the second gear 102c-2 and serves as the transmission column. The support member 102c-4 is threadedly connected to the threaded column 102c-3, and the support member 102c-4 moves within the groove 102a-1 of the column body 102a. The sleeve shaft 102b-1 is mounted on the support. On the support member 102c-4, the sleeve shaft 102b-1 moves together with the support member 102c-4; a support plate 102b-2 is provided on one side of the sleeve shaft 102b-1, and the support plate 102b-2 is fixedly connected to the sleeve shaft 102b-1, and the support plate 102b-2 also moves together with the support member 102c-4; the connecting shaft 103c-1 is axially connected to the connecting through hole 101b-2. When the protrusion 103b-1 is located on the inner curved side of the hook tail 101c-23, the algae discharge side 103a-1 of the screen 103 tilts upward, and when the microalgae fall from the algae outlet into the screen 103, it ensures that the microalgae can be better contained within the screen 103, limiting the shaft. 101c-24 is mounted on the hook head 101c-22. The hook head 101c-22 of the hook 101c is heavier than the hook tail 101c-23. Meanwhile, the rotating hole 101c-21 is located on the side of the hook body 101c-2 biased towards the hook tail 101c-23. When the support member 102c-4 continues to move upward, and the support plate 102b-2 supports the screen 103, the hook 101c is not under force, the hook head 101c-22 faces downward, and the hook tail 101c-23 faces upward. When the support member 102c-4 descends and then rises again, the screen 103 is lifted upward by the support plate 102b-2, and the connecting rod 103b is not located on the screen. At the middle position on one side of the frame 103a, when the connecting rod 103b interferes with the hook head 101c-22, the connecting rod 103b is pushed upward from the drooping side of the hook head 101c-22 until the protrusion 103b-1 falls back into the inner bend of the hook tail 101c-23. The screen 103 leaves water from the microalgae through the screen holes and flows into the recycling tank 202. When the algae unloading side 103a-1 of the screen 103 is tilted downward, the height of the algae unloading side 103a-1 is low, and the microalgae fall from the algae unloading side 103a-1 into the collection channel 203. The microalgae continuous harvesting device realizes an uninterrupted harvesting process, which greatly improves production efficiency and output.

[0048] It is important to note that the constructions and arrangements of this application shown in several different exemplary embodiments are merely illustrative. Although only a few embodiments are described in detail in this disclosure, those who consult this disclosure will readily understand that many modifications are possible (e.g., changes in the size, dimensions, structure, shape and proportion of various elements, as well as parameter values ​​(e.g., temperature, pressure, etc.), mounting arrangements, use of materials, color, orientation, etc.) without substantially departing from the novel teachings and advantages of the subject matter described in this application). For example, an element shown as integrally formed may be composed of multiple parts or elements, the position of elements may be inverted or otherwise altered, and the nature or number or position of discrete elements may be changed or altered. Therefore, all such modifications are intended to be included within the scope of this utility model. The order or sequence of any process or method steps may be changed or reordered according to alternative embodiments. In the claims, any "device plus function" clause is intended to cover the structure described herein that performs the function, and not only structural equivalents but also equivalent structures. Without departing from the scope of this invention, other substitutions, modifications, alterations, and omissions may be made in the design, operation, and arrangement of the exemplary embodiments. Therefore, this invention is not limited to the specific embodiments, but extends to various modifications that still fall within the scope of the appended claims.

[0049] Furthermore, in order to provide a concise description of exemplary embodiments, not all features of actual embodiments (i.e., those features that are not relevant to the best mode of carrying out the present invention as currently considered, or those features that are not relevant to implementing the present invention) may be omitted.

[0050] It should be understood that numerous specific implementation decisions can be made during the development of any practical implementation, such as in any engineering or design project. Such development efforts may be complex and time-consuming, but for those skilled in the art who benefit from this disclosure, the development effort will be a routine work of design, manufacturing, and production without requiring much experimentation.

[0051] It should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and are not intended to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications or equivalent substitutions can be made to the technical solution of this utility model without departing from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, and all such modifications or substitutions should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A linkage mechanism, characterized in that: include, The linkage unit (100) includes a frame (101), a movable column (102), and a screen (103). The frame (101) is located on one side of the movable column (102), and the screen (103) is located on one side of the frame (101). The frame (101) includes a first frame head (101a), a second frame head (101b), and a hook (101c). The second frame head (101b) is disposed on one side of the first frame head (101a), and the hook (101c) is disposed on the first frame head (101a). The movable column (102) includes a column body (102a), a connecting frame (102b), and a transmission component (102c). The connecting frame (102b) is disposed on the column body (102a), and the transmission component (102c) is disposed inside the column body (102a). The screen (103) includes a frame (103a), a connecting rod (103b) and a connecting post (103c). The connecting rod (103b) is located on one side of the frame (103a), and the connecting post (103c) is located on the other side of the frame (103a).

2. The linkage mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The first frame head (101a) includes a frame head connecting shaft (101a-1), which is disposed on the first frame head (101a). The second frame head (101b) includes a shaft connecting protrusion (101b-1) and a connecting through hole (101b-2). The shaft connecting protrusion (101b-1) is disposed on the second frame head (101b), and the connecting through hole (101b-2) is disposed on the shaft connecting protrusion (101b-1).

3. The linkage mechanism as described in claim 2, characterized in that: The hook (101c) includes a hook body connecting shell (101c-1) and a hook body (101c-2), wherein the hook body (101c-2) is disposed within the hook body connecting shell (101c-1). The hook body connecting shell (101c-1) includes a first connecting shaft (101c-11), a limiting connecting shaft (101c-12), and a second connecting shaft (101c-13). The first connecting shaft (101c-11) is disposed on one side of the limiting connecting shaft (101c-12), and the second connecting shaft (101c-13) is disposed on the other side of the limiting connecting shaft (101c-12). The hook body (101c-2) includes a rotating hole (101c-21), a hook head (101c-22), a hook tail (101c-23), and a limiting shaft (101c-24). The hook tail (101c-23) is disposed on one side of the rotating hole (101c-21), the hook head (101c-22) is disposed on the other side of the rotating hole (101c-21), and the limiting shaft (101c-24) is disposed on the hook head (101c-22).

4. The linkage mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The column (102a) includes a groove (102a-1), which is disposed on the column (102a). The connecting frame (102b) includes a sleeve shaft (102b-1) and a support plate (102b-2). The sleeve shaft (102b-1) is axially connected to the column (102a), and the support plate (102b-2) is disposed on the sleeve shaft (102b-1). The transmission component (102c) includes a first gear (102c-1), a second gear (102c-2), a threaded post (102c-3), and a support component (102c-4). The first gear (102c-1) and the second gear (102c-2) are meshed together. The threaded post (102c-3) is fixedly mounted on the second gear (102c-2). The support component (102c-4) is threadedly connected to the threaded post (102c-3).

5. The linkage mechanism as described in claim 1, characterized in that: The frame (103a) includes an algae-unloading side (103a-1), which is disposed on the frame (103a). The connecting rod (103b) includes a protrusion (103b-1), which is disposed on the connecting rod (103b). The connecting post (103c) includes a connecting shaft (103c-1), which is disposed on the connecting post (103c).