Double-cylinder feeding device for knotting kelp

By using the magnetic connection and guiding design of the dual-cylinder feeding and positioning device, the positioning and stability problems in the kelp conveying process are solved, achieving stable conveying and precise positioning of kelp, thereby improving production efficiency and finished product quality.

CN223836396UActive Publication Date: 2026-01-27QINGDAO AGRI UNIV
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202520668245.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-10
Publication Date
2026-01-27
Estimated Expiration
2035-04-10

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Traditional kelp conveying devices are inadequate in terms of positioning accuracy and stability, which makes kelp prone to displacement, slippage, or damage, requiring frequent manual intervention and affecting production efficiency and finished product quality.

Method used

A dual-cylinder feeding and positioning device is adopted, which uses magnetic attraction to connect the feeding section and the conveying section. Stable conveying and positioning of kelp is achieved through synchronously moving cylinders and support components. Combined with the kelp keyway magnetic conveying chain and guide column, the precise guidance and fixation of kelp during the conveying process are ensured.

Benefits of technology

This method enables stable and continuous transport of kelp, reduces displacement and drop, improves positioning accuracy and processing efficiency, avoids wear on the kelp surface, and enhances overall production quality.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a kelp knotting double-cylinder feeding device, which comprises a device body, a material conveying device and a lifting feeding device are arranged on the device body, the material conveying device comprises a feeding part and a conveying part, kelp strips are placed on the feeding part, the conveying part is used for conveying the feeding part to move, and the lifting feeding device is arranged on the lifting feeding device. The feeding part is connected with the conveying part in a magnetic attraction mode, the lifting feeding device is located on the upper portion of the conveying part and comprises two air cylinders moving synchronously, and bearing pieces are further arranged on the air cylinders and extend into the conveying part. During working, the conveying part moves to drive the feeding part to move synchronously, the air cylinder works when the feeding part moves to the upper portion of the bearing piece, the air cylinder works to enable the bearing piece to support the feeding part to move upwards, and the feeding part is fed into the next working procedure. The double-air-cylinder feeding and positioning device for kelp knotting can achieve stable conveying and positioning.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of kelp processing equipment, and specifically relates to a double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for kelp knotting. Background Technology

[0002] Kelp, as an important marine economic crop, has wide applications in the food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries. With the rapid development of the kelp processing industry, automated equipment plays a crucial role in improving production efficiency and product quality. However, due to its flexible texture, slippery surface, and susceptibility to damage, kelp faces numerous technical challenges in automated conveying and positioning processes.

[0003] Traditional kelp conveying methods suffer from insufficient positioning accuracy and poor conveying stability, which can easily lead to kelp displacement, slippage, or damage. This requires frequent manual intervention and adjustment, increasing production costs and time losses, and affecting the efficiency of subsequent processing steps and the quality of the finished product.

[0004] To address the aforementioned issues, there is an urgent need in this field for an automated kelp delivery device that can simultaneously ensure stable transport and positioning. Utility Model Content

[0005] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model proposes a double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for knotting kelp, which can achieve stable conveying and positioning. The solution is as follows:

[0006] A double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for knotting kelp includes a device body, on which a material conveying device and a lifting feeding device are provided. The material conveying device includes a feeding section for placing kelp strips and a conveying section for moving the feeding section. The feeding section and the conveying section are connected by magnetic attraction. The lifting feeding device is located above the conveying section and includes two synchronously moving cylinders. The working end of each cylinder is located near the top of the conveying section. A support member is also provided on the cylinder. The support member extends into the inside of the conveying section.

[0007] During operation, the conveyor moves, causing the feeding part to move synchronously. When the feeding part moves to the upper part of the support, the cylinder operates, causing the support to lift the feeding part upward. The feeding part then disengages from the conveyor, allowing it to be fed into the next process. After completing this step, the cylinder operates again, causing the support to lift the feeding part downward. The feeding part then magnetically reconnects with the conveyor, moving synchronously with the conveyor.

[0008] Furthermore, the conveying unit includes two parallel kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chains. Several limiting and fixing parts are evenly distributed on the kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chains. Each limiting and fixing part includes a guide post and an adsorption magnet. The adsorption magnet is connected to the guide post, and the guide post and the adsorption magnet are connected to the kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chains. Every two limiting and fixing parts form a group and are arranged opposite each other on the two synchronously moving kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chains.

[0009] Furthermore, the guide column and the feeding part are movably connected so that the feeding part can move axially relative to the guide column, and the feeding part is driven upward by the lifting feeding device to detach from the adsorption of the adsorption magnet.

[0010] Furthermore, a positioning baffle extends upward on one side of the feeding section for positioning and placing kelp strips, and multiple clamping slots are provided along the width direction.

[0011] Furthermore, the feeding section has through holes at both ends for the guide post to pass through.

[0012] Furthermore, the guide post is connected to the feeding part by a bearing sleeve, which is fixedly installed on the feeding part.

[0013] Furthermore, the conveying unit includes two parallel chain and sprocket mechanisms connected by a chain frame, and the motor drives the two chain and sprocket mechanisms to rotate synchronously; when the feeding unit moves upward, the magnet fixes the feeding unit to convey kelp, and when the feeding unit moves downward, the magnet drives the feeding unit to run unloaded.

[0014] Furthermore, the top surface of the support is adapted to the bottom surface of the feeding section; the support is located between the adsorption magnet and the feeding section.

[0015] Compared with the prior art, the advantages of this utility model are as follows:

[0016] The feeding section and conveying section of this utility model are connected by magnetic attraction. The lifting feeding device includes two synchronously moving cylinders. A support member is set on the cylinder. The support member extends into the conveying section. The movement of the conveying section drives the feeding section to move synchronously. When the feeding section moves to the upper part of the support member, the cylinder works. The cylinder works and the support member lifts the feeding section upward so that the feeding section is sent into the next process. This can realize the stable conveying and positioning of kelp strips.

[0017] The material conveying device utilizes a kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chain to achieve continuous and stable kelp transport. Simultaneously, guide columns, adsorption magnets, and positioning baffles on the kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chain ensure that the kelp does not shift or fall during transport, improving the stability and reliability of the conveying process, guaranteeing processing accuracy, and ultimately enhancing overall work efficiency.

[0018] In the material conveying device, the feeding part moves on the guide column through a fixedly connected bearing sleeve. The guide column can provide precise linear motion guidance for the lifting process of the feeding part, ensuring that the component runs along the predetermined trajectory during the movement, reducing the vibration and sway of the feeding part during the movement, effectively reducing the running deviation, and improving the stability of the feeding part during operation.

[0019] The material conveying device achieves precise positioning and fixation of the feeding section through the cooperation of guide columns and adsorption magnets. The adsorption magnets do not need to be in direct contact with the feeding section, thus avoiding damage such as scratches and wear on the surface of the feeding section.

[0020] In the lifting and feeding device, the dual-cylinder configuration enables precise control of the lifting force output during the lifting process, allowing the support component to precisely match and overlap with the bottom of the feeding section when it reaches the designated position. This achieves stable support and further conveying of the feeding section. This precise control helps ensure the positional accuracy of the kelp during subsequent clamping and improves processing quality. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is an isometric schematic diagram of the dual-cylinder feeding and positioning device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a side view of the dual-cylinder feeding and positioning device of this utility model in the state of not feeding.

[0023] Figure 3 This is a side view of the dual-cylinder feeding and positioning device of this utility model in the feeding state according to an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the feeding section in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0025] In the above figures: 110, conveying section; 111, kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chain; 112, guide column; 113, adsorption magnet; 114, chain frame; 120, feeding section; 121, positioning baffle; 122, clamping slot; 123, through hole; 124, bearing sleeve; 200, lifting feeding device; 210, cylinder; 211, cylinder body; 212, piston rod; 220, support component; 1, kelp strip. Detailed Implementation

[0026] To facilitate understanding of this utility model by those skilled in the art, the specific embodiments of this utility model are described below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0027] like Figures 1-4As shown, this utility model proposes a double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for knotting kelp, including a device body, on which a material conveying device and a lifting feeding device 200 are provided. The material conveying device includes a feeding section 120 for placing kelp strips 1 and a conveying section 110 for moving the feeding section 120. The feeding section 120 and the conveying section 110 are connected by magnetic attraction. The lifting feeding device 200 is located above the conveying section 110 and includes two synchronously moving cylinders 210. A support member 220 is also provided on the cylinder 210, extending into the inside of the conveying section 110.

[0028] During operation, the movement of the conveying unit 110 drives the feeding unit 120 to move synchronously. When the feeding unit 120 moves to the upper part of the support member 220, the cylinder 210 operates. The operation of the cylinder 210 causes the support member 220 to support the feeding unit 120 and move upward. The feeding unit 120 is disengaged from the magnetic connection with the conveying unit 110, so that the feeding unit 120 can be fed into the next process. After the process is completed, the operation of the cylinder 210 causes the support member 220 to support the feeding unit 120 and move downward. The feeding unit 120 is then magnetically connected to the conveying unit 110 and moves synchronously with the conveying unit 110.

[0029] More specifically, such as Figure 2 As shown, the top surface of the support member 220 is adapted to the bottom surface of the feeding section 120. The support member 220 is located between the adsorption magnet 113 and the bottom surface of the feeding section 120.

[0030] Specifically, in this embodiment, the conveying unit 110 includes two parallel chain and sprocket mechanisms. The two parallel chain and sprocket mechanisms are connected by a chain frame 114. The motor drives the two chain and sprocket mechanisms to rotate synchronously. When the feeding unit 120 moves upward, the magnet 113 fixes the feeding unit 120 to convey kelp. When the feeding unit 120 moves downward, the magnet 113 drives the feeding unit 120 to run without load.

[0031] The chain and sprocket mechanism includes a kelp keyway magnetic suction conveyor chain 111. Several limiting and fixing parts are evenly distributed on the kelp keyway magnetic suction conveyor chain 111. Each pair of limiting and fixing parts forms a group and is arranged opposite to each other on two synchronously moving kelp keyway magnetic suction conveyor chains 111.

[0032] The limiting and fixing part includes a guide post 112 and an adsorption magnet 113. The adsorption magnet 113 is connected to the guide post 112, and the guide post 112 and the adsorption magnet 113 are connected to the kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chain 111. The guide post 112 is also movably connected to the feeding part 120, so that the feeding part 120 can move axially relative to the guide post 112. In this way, the feeding part 120 is driven upward by the lifting feeding device 200 and disengages from the adsorption of the adsorption magnet 113. In this embodiment, the guide post 112 and the feeding part 120 are connected by a bearing seat. The guide post 112 is slidably connected to the bearing sleeve 124, and the bearing sleeve 124 is fixedly connected to the feeding part 120. The feeding part 120 moves on the guide post 112 through the bearing sleeve 124, and the feeding part 120 and the bearing sleeve 124 are adsorbed and fixed to the kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chain 111 by the adsorption magnet 113.

[0033] like Figure 4 As shown, the feeding section 120 has a through hole 123 for the guide post 112 to pass through, and the bearing seat is fixedly installed at the bottom of the feeding section 120.

[0034] Specifically, the cylinder bodies 211 of the two cylinders 210 are fixedly mounted on cylinder brackets, which are mounted on the frame of the device body (not shown in the figure). The cylinder brackets and frame can be selected from existing structures and adapted according to the overall structure and layout of the machine; no limitations are imposed here. The support component 220 is fixedly mounted on the top of the piston rod 212 of the cylinder 210, and the piston rod 212 drives the support component 220 to rise to the designated position.

[0035] The feeding section 120 has multiple clamping slots 122 spaced at certain intervals along its length. Each clamping slot 122 corresponds to the clamping claw (not shown in the figure) of the next process. After the kelp strip clamping process is completed, the feeding section 120 is returned to the kelp keyway magnetic suction conveyor chain 111.

[0036] The speed of the kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chain 111 can be adjusted according to actual processing needs to ensure orderly operation.

[0037] In this embodiment, an adjustable stroke cylinder is selected, which is a purchased component, such as an SCJ adjustable stroke cylinder.

[0038] Work process:

[0039] The material conveying device requires manual placement of the kelp strips 1 onto the feeding section 120, along the positioning baffle 121 set on the feeding section 120. During operation, a motor fixedly mounted on the chain frame 114 provides power to drive the kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chain 111. Guide posts 112 are installed on the kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chain 111 at predetermined intervals. Adsorption magnets 113 are fixedly installed at the bottom of the guide posts 112. The guide posts 112 are slidably connected to the bearing sleeve 124, which is fixedly connected to the feeding section 120. The kelp keyway magnetic conveyor chain 111, through the guide posts 112, drives the bearing sleeve 124 and the feeding section 120 fixedly connected to the bearing sleeve 124 to a predetermined position, above the support member 220 (see reference). Figure 2 A lifting and feeding device 200 is installed above the predetermined position. After the feeding part 120 reaches the predetermined position, the lifting and feeding device 200 starts to work, and the piston rods 212 of the two cylinders 210 retract. Since the bottom end of the piston rod 212 of the cylinders 210 is fixedly connected to the support 220, the movement of the cylinders 210 synchronously drives the support 220 to reach the predetermined position. The support 220 overlaps with the bottom of the feeding part 120 at the predetermined position and lifts the feeding part 120, so that the feeding part 120 is separated from the guide column 112 and the adsorption magnet 113 (see reference). Figure 3 The feeding unit 120, carrying the kelp strips 1, is then moved to the designated position for the next process. After this subsequent operation, the piston rod 212 of the cylinder 210 of the lifting feeding device 200 extends, lowering the support 220 and the feeding unit 120 supported by the support 220 back to the predetermined position along the guide column 112. The feeding unit 120 is then re-attached and fixed to the adsorption magnet 113 fixed at the bottom of the guide column 112. The cylinder 210 of the lifting feeding device 200 continues to lower the support 220 back to the initial position, completing one kelp conveying and positioning process. This process is repeated for the next operation.

[0040] The embodiments of this utility model described above do not constitute a limitation on the scope of protection of this utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the scope of protection of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for knotting kelp, comprising a device body, characterized in that, The device body is provided with a material conveying device and a lifting and feeding device (200). The material conveying device includes a feeding part (120) on which seaweed strips are placed and a conveying part (110) for conveying the feeding part (120) to move. The feeding part (120) and the conveying part (110) are connected by magnetic attraction. The lifting and feeding device (200) is located above the conveying part (110) and includes two synchronously moving cylinders (210). The cylinders (210) are also provided with a support member (220). When working, the conveying part (110) moves and drives the feeding part (120) to move synchronously. When the feeding part (120) moves to the upper part of the support member (220), the cylinders (210) work. The working of the cylinders (210) causes the support member (220) to support the feeding part (120) to move upward, so that the feeding part (120) is sent into the next process.

2. The double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for kelp knotting according to claim 1, characterized in that, The conveying unit (110) includes two parallel kelp keyway magnetic suction conveyor chains (111). Several limiting and fixing parts are evenly distributed on the kelp keyway magnetic suction conveyor chains (111). Each limiting and fixing part includes a guide post (112) and an adsorption magnet (113). The adsorption magnet (113) is connected to the guide post (112). The guide post (112) and the adsorption magnet (113) are connected to the kelp keyway magnetic suction conveyor chains (111). Each pair of limiting and fixing parts forms a group and is arranged opposite to each other on the two synchronously moving kelp keyway magnetic suction conveyor chains (111).

3. The double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for kelp knotting according to claim 2, characterized in that, The guide post (112) and the feeding part (120) are movably connected so that the feeding part (120) can move axially relative to the guide post (112). The feeding part (120) is driven upward by the lifting feeding device (200) and detaches from the adsorption of the adsorption magnet (113).

4. The double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for kelp knotting according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding part (120) extends upward on one side and is provided with a positioning baffle (121) for positioning and placing kelp strips, and is provided with multiple clamping slots (122) along the width direction.

5. The double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for kelp knotting according to claim 2, characterized in that, The feeding part (120) has through holes (123) at both ends for the guide post (112) to pass through.

6. The double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for kelp knotting according to claim 3, characterized in that, The guide post (112) is connected to the feeding part (120) through a bearing sleeve (124), and the bearing sleeve (124) is fixedly installed on the feeding part (120).

7. The double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for kelp knotting according to claim 2, characterized in that, The conveying unit (110) includes two parallel chain and sprocket mechanisms. The two parallel chain and sprocket mechanisms are connected by a chain frame (114). The motor drives the two chain and sprocket mechanisms to rotate synchronously. When the feeding unit (120) moves upward, the magnet (113) fixes the feeding unit (120) to convey kelp. When the feeding unit (120) moves downward, the magnet (113) drives the feeding unit (120) to run without load.

8. The double-cylinder feeding and positioning device for kelp knotting according to claim 2, characterized in that, The top surface of the support (220) is adapted to the bottom surface of the feeding part (120); the support (220) is located between the adsorption magnet (113) and the feeding part (120).