Front righting mechanism and front righting device

By designing the coordinated operation of the intermediate straightening component and the side feeding component, the problem of interference from adjacent plants in existing straightening mechanisms has been solved, achieving the agricultural production needs of efficient straightening and low cost.

CN223968301UActive Publication Date: 2026-03-06SHIJIAZHUANG QITENG MASCH MFG CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-04-10
Publication Date
2026-03-06

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Technical Problem

When existing straightening mechanisms are used on stalk-shaped crops, the leaning plants on both sides interfere with their normal operation, resulting in reduced straightening efficiency and effectiveness, making it difficult to meet the needs of large-scale agricultural production.

Method used

Design a front straightening mechanism, including a middle straightening component and a side material-pulling component. Through the coordinated work of a flexible transmission device and a pulling component, the middle plant and the plants on both sides are straightened respectively to avoid interference between adjacent plants.

Benefits of technology

It improves the efficiency and effectiveness of straightening, reduces equipment manufacturing costs and failure rate, is easy to maintain, has a reasonable structure, and has fewer parts.

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Abstract

The utility model provides a front righting mechanism which comprises a machine frame, a middle righting assembly and a side material shifting assembly are located on the two sides of the machine frame respectively, the middle righting assembly comprises a first flexible transmission device and a righting shifting piece, the first flexible transmission device is arranged on the machine frame, the bottom of the first flexible transmission device inclines towards the front side, and the top of the first flexible transmission device inclines outwards from front to back. The plurality of centralizing shifting pieces are arranged on the outer surface of the first flexible transmission device at intervals; the side material stirring assembly comprises a second flexible transmission device and side stirring pieces, the second flexible transmission device is arranged on the rack, the bottom of the second flexible transmission device inclines towards the front side, the top of the second flexible transmission device inclines outwards from front to back, and the side stirring pieces are arranged on the outer surface of the second flexible transmission device at intervals. The utility model further provides a front righting device which comprises two front righting mechanisms which are symmetrically arranged, and a space for plants to pass through is arranged between the two middle righting assemblies. By means of the scheme, the problem that the righting mechanism is prone to being interfered by toppled plants on the two adjacent sides during operation is solved.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a crop harvesting device, specifically a front straightening mechanism and a front straightening device. Background Technology

[0002] For stalk-shaped crops such as sugarcane, they need to be straightened before harvesting and other subsequent operations can be carried out. An invention patent filed on May 2, 2023, discloses a straightening mechanism and device. This straightening mechanism uses a straightening chain to drive a straightening actuator in a cyclical movement, achieving continuous straightening of a single row of plants. The straightening device consists of two symmetrically arranged straightening mechanisms that, during operation, are positioned on either side of the single row of plants, working together to straighten any plants that have fallen to the left or right in that row.

[0003] However, stalk crops are typically planted in multiple rows. When existing straightening mechanisms are used to straighten a row of crops, the fallen crops on either side of that row interfere with the mechanism's operation. This significantly reduces straightening efficiency and severely impacts the straightening effect, making it difficult to meet the practical needs of large-scale agricultural production. Therefore, a new type of front straightening mechanism and device is needed to solve this problem. Utility Model Content

[0004] One of the purposes of this utility model is to provide a front straightening mechanism to solve the problem that the straightening mechanism is easily affected by the interference of the leaning plants on both sides during operation, which affects the straightening efficiency and effect.

[0005] The second objective of this utility model is to provide a front straightening device to solve the problem that the straightening device is easily affected by the interference of the leaning plants on both sides during operation, which affects the straightening efficiency and effect.

[0006] One of the objectives of this utility model is achieved as follows:

[0007] A front straightening mechanism includes a frame, a middle straightening component, and a side material feeding component, wherein the middle straightening component and the side material feeding component are respectively located on both sides of the frame;

[0008] The intermediate straightening component includes a first flexible transmission device and a straightening actuating component. The first flexible transmission device is mounted on the frame and its bottom is inclined forward, while its top is inclined from front to back away from the side feeding component. There are multiple straightening actuating components, which are spaced apart on the outer surface of the first flexible transmission device.

[0009] The side-shifting assembly includes a second flexible transmission device and side-shifting components. The second flexible transmission device is mounted on the frame and its bottom is inclined forward, while its top is inclined from front to back away from the central straightening assembly. There are multiple side-shifting components, which are spaced apart on the outer surface of the second flexible transmission device.

[0010] As a further technical solution, both the first flexible transmission device and the second flexible transmission device include:

[0011] A drive sprocket, which is rotatably mounted on the frame;

[0012] The driven sprocket is rotatably mounted on the frame and located below the driving sprocket;

[0013] A chain, the chain drive is sleeved on the driving sprocket and the driven sprocket, and the centering actuating member and the side actuating member are disposed on the chain.

[0014] As a further technical solution, the straightening and actuating component includes:

[0015] The first stop block is fixedly mounted on the chain.

[0016] A first lever, one end of which is fixedly mounted on the chain, and the other end of which extends away from the side feeding assembly.

[0017] As a further technical solution, the side actuating component includes:

[0018] The second stop is fixedly mounted on the chain.

[0019] The second lever has one end fixedly mounted on the chain and the other end extending away from the intermediate straightening component.

[0020] As a further technical solution, baffles are provided on the outer sides of both chains, and the two ends of the baffles are rotatably connected to the driving sprocket and the driven sprocket, respectively.

[0021] As a further technical solution, an arc-shaped guide rod is provided on the top of the intermediate straightening component and the top of the side feeding component. One end of the arc-shaped guide rod is fixedly connected to the inner side of the baffle, and the other end passes around the top of the chain and is fixedly connected to the frame.

[0022] As a further technical solution, the rack includes:

[0023] The main frame, on which both drive sprockets are rotatably mounted;

[0024] A support rod is provided, which is arranged laterally. One end of the support rod is fixedly connected to the bottom of the main frame, and two driven sprockets are rotatably disposed at the other end of the support rod.

[0025] A reinforcing rod, one end of which is fixedly connected to the main frame, and the other end of which is fixedly connected to the end of the support rod away from the main frame.

[0026] As a further technical solution, the two drive sprockets are connected to rotate synchronously via a transmission device, the transmission device comprising:

[0027] A first pulley is rotatably mounted on the top of the main frame.

[0028] The second pulley is rotatably mounted on the top of the main frame. A belt is provided between the first pulley and the second pulley for transmission. The second pulley is rotatably connected to the two drive sprockets respectively through a steering gear.

[0029] The second objective of this utility model is achieved as follows:

[0030] A front straightening device includes two front straightening mechanisms, which are symmetrically arranged, and two intermediate straightening components are located between two side feeding components. A space for plants to pass through is provided between the two intermediate straightening components.

[0031] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0032] This utility model's front straightening mechanism and device, through the coordinated work of the intermediate straightening component and the side feeding component, can simultaneously straighten plants on both sides of a row while straightening the plant, effectively solving the problem of interference from adjacent rows of fallen plants, and improving straightening efficiency and effectiveness. Furthermore, the utility model has a reasonable structural design with fewer parts, reducing manufacturing costs and failure rates, while also facilitating later maintenance and upkeep. Attached Figure Description

[0033] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the front straightening mechanism of this utility model;

[0034] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the front straightening mechanism of this utility model.

[0035] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the front straightening device of this utility model.

[0036] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures

[0037] 10. Front straightening mechanism; 1. Frame; 11. Main frame; 12. Support rod; 13. Reinforcing rod; 2. Intermediate straightening assembly; 21. First flexible transmission device; 01. Drive sprocket; 02. Driven sprocket; 03. Chain; 22. Straightening actuating component; 221. First stop block; 222. First lever; 3. Side material feeding assembly; 31. Second flexible transmission device; 32. Side actuating component; 321. Second stop block; 322. Second lever; 4. Baffle; 5. Arc-shaped guide rod; 6. Transmission device; 61. First pulley; 62. Belt. Detailed Implementation

[0038] like Figures 1-2 As shown, this utility model provides a front straightening mechanism, which mainly includes a frame 1, a middle straightening component 2 and a side material feeding component 3, wherein the middle straightening component 2 and the side material feeding component 3 are located on both sides of the frame 1.

[0039] The frame 1 includes a main frame 11, a support rod 12, and a reinforcing rod 13. The support rod 12 is arranged laterally, and one end of the support rod 12 is fixedly connected to the middle of the bottom of the main frame 11. One end of the reinforcing rod 13 is fixedly connected to the main frame 11, and the other end is fixedly connected to the other end of the support rod 12. The frame 1 in this invention has a reasonable structural design, high strength and stability, and can provide reliable support for the entire front straightening mechanism 10.

[0040] The intermediate straightening component 2 includes a first flexible transmission device 21 and straightening actuating elements 22. The first flexible transmission device 21 is mounted on the frame 1, with its bottom inclined forward and its top inclined from front to back away from the side-pushing component 3. Multiple straightening actuating elements 22 are spaced apart on the outer surface of the first flexible transmission device 21. This inclined arrangement effectively straightens tilted plants. The side-pushing component 3 includes a second flexible transmission device 31 and side-pushing elements 32. The second flexible transmission device 31 is mounted on the frame 1, with its bottom inclined forward and its top inclined from front to back away from the intermediate straightening component 2. Multiple side-pushing elements 32 are spaced apart on the outer surface of the second flexible transmission device 31. The intermediate straightening component 2 and the side-pushing component 3 work together to straighten plants from both sides, greatly improving the efficiency and effectiveness of straightening.

[0041] The first flexible transmission device 21 and the second flexible transmission device 31 have the same structure, both including a drive sprocket 01, a driven sprocket 02, and a chain 03. The drive sprocket 01 is rotatably mounted on the main frame 11. The driven sprockets 02 of both the first flexible transmission device 21 and the second flexible transmission device 31 are rotatably mounted at the end of the support rod 12 away from the main frame 11 and located below the drive sprocket 01. The chain 03 is driven and sleeved on the drive sprocket 01 and the driven sprocket 02 to realize the transmission of power. The straightening and shifting component 22 and the side shifting component 32 are mounted on the chain 03, and the plant is straightened by the transmission of the chain 03. The transmission method of the sprocket and the chain 03 has the advantages of high transmission efficiency and good stability. The cooperation between the frame 1 and the drive sprocket 01 and the driven sprocket 02 effectively realizes the inclined design of the intermediate straightening component 2 and the side shifting component 3. In this embodiment, to prevent the chain 03 from derailing during operation, baffles 4 are provided on the outer sides of both chains 03. The two ends of the baffles 4 are rotatably connected to the driving sprocket 01 and the driven sprocket 02, respectively. The baffles 4 not only protect the chains 03, but also limit the movement of the straightening actuator 22 and the side actuator 32, and effectively prevent plant leaves from entering between the sprockets of the chains 03 and affecting normal transmission.

[0042] The drive sprocket 01 of the first flexible transmission device 21 and the drive sprocket 01 of the second flexible transmission device 31 are synchronously connected via a transmission device 6. The transmission device 6 includes a first pulley 61, a second pulley, a belt 62, and a steering mechanism. The first pulley 61 is rotatably mounted on the top of the main frame 11 and is the drive pulley, which can be synchronously driven to rotate by the drive devices of other components of the harvester. The second pulley (not shown) is rotatably mounted on the top of the main frame 11 and located below the first pulley 61. A belt 62 is sleeved between the first pulley 61 and the second pulley. The second pulley is rotatably connected to both drive sprockets 01 via a steering mechanism (not shown), realizing the transmission of power and the conversion of the transmission direction. The outer sides of the first pulley 61, the second pulley, the belt 62, and the steering mechanism are all covered with a housing to prevent impurities from entering and affecting the transmission of the drive sprockets 01. In this embodiment, the converter can be a bevel gear drive, a worm gear drive, or a universal joint drive; these are existing technologies and will not be described in detail here.

[0043] The straightening actuating component 22 includes a first stop 221 and a first lever 222. The first stop 221 is fixedly mounted on the chain 03. One end of the first lever 222 is fixedly mounted on the chain 03, and the other end extends away from the side-shifting component 3, used to shift the plant to gradually restore it to an upright position. The side-shifting component 32 includes a second stop 321 and a second lever 322. The second stop 321 is fixedly mounted on the chain 03. One end of the second lever 322 is fixedly mounted on the chain 03, and the other end extends away from the central straightening component 2. The side-shifting component 32 works in conjunction with the straightening actuating component 22 to straighten the plant on the other side.

[0044] Both the top of the intermediate straightening component 2 and the top of the side feeding component 3 are equipped with arc-shaped guide rods 5. One end of the arc-shaped guide rod 5 is fixedly connected to the inner side of the baffle 4, and the other end passes around the top of the chain 03 and is fixedly connected to the frame 1. The middle part of the arc-shaped guide rod 5 extends outward. The arc-shaped guide rod 5 can guide the plant to pass smoothly through the straightening mechanism, avoiding the plant from getting stuck or tangled at the top, further improving the straightening efficiency and effect.

[0045] When the equipment starts working, the first pulley 61 rotates, transmitting power to the second pulley via the belt 62. The second pulley drives the two drive sprockets 01 to rotate synchronously via a steering mechanism. The drive sprockets 01 drive the chain 03, causing the straightening actuating element 22 and the side actuating element 32 on the chain 03 to move accordingly. During the forward movement of the equipment, the straightening actuating element 22 and the side actuating element 32 straighten the plants. Specifically, the two driven sprockets 02 at the front end extend between the two rows of plants, and the straightening actuating element 22 of the middle straightening component 2 and the side actuating element 32 of the side actuating component 3 straighten the plants on both sides respectively. During the straightening process, the first lever 222 and the second lever 322 actuate the plants, causing each plant to return to an upright position in sequence. The arc-shaped guide rod 5 guides the plants smoothly through the straightening mechanism, preventing the plants from getting stuck or tangled at the top.

[0046] like Figure 3 As shown, this utility model also provides a front straightening device, including two front straightening mechanisms 10, which are symmetrically arranged, and two intermediate straightening components 2 are located between two side feeding components 3, with a space between the two intermediate straightening components 2 for the plant to pass through.

[0047] The front straightening device is installed at the front of the harvesting equipment. During operation, the two front straightening mechanisms 10 are located on both sides of a row of plants. The two front straightening mechanisms 10 work simultaneously, while the middle straightening component 2 straightens the plants that have fallen to the left and right in the row, ensuring that all plants are in the middle position, preparing them for subsequent harvesting operations. At the same time, the side feeding component 3 straightens the plants on both sides of the row outwards, preventing them from interfering with the straightening work of the plants in the row.

Claims

1. A front righting mechanism characterized by, It comprises a rack (1), a middle righting assembly (2) and a side raking assembly (3), the middle righting assembly (2) and the side raking assembly (3) are respectively located at two sides of the rack (1); The middle righting assembly (2) comprises a first flexible transmission device (21) and a righting raking piece (22), the first flexible transmission device (21) is arranged on the rack (1), and the bottom thereof is inclined to the front side, and the top thereof is inclined from front to back to the direction away from the side raking assembly (3), the righting raking piece (22) is multiple and is arranged at intervals on the outer surface of the first flexible transmission device (21); The side raking assembly (3) comprises a second flexible transmission device (31) and a side raking piece (32), the second flexible transmission device (31) is arranged on the rack (1), and the bottom thereof is inclined to the front side, and the top thereof is inclined from front to back to the direction away from the middle righting assembly (2), the side raking piece (32) is multiple and is arranged at intervals on the outer surface of the second flexible transmission device (31).

2. The pre-centralizing mechanism of claim 1, wherein The first flexible transmission device (21) and the second flexible transmission device (31) both comprise: A driving sprocket (01) is rotatably arranged on the rack (1); A driven sprocket (02) is rotatably arranged on the rack (1) and located below the driving sprocket (01); A chain (03) is arranged on the driving sprocket (01) and the driven sprocket (02), and the righting raking piece (22) and the side raking piece (32) are arranged on the chain (03).

3. The pre-centralizing mechanism of claim 2, wherein, The righting raking piece (22) comprises: A first stop block (221) is fixedly arranged on the chain (03); A first raking rod (222) has one end fixedly arranged on the chain (03) and the other end extending away from the side raking assembly (3).

4. The pre-centralizing mechanism of claim 2, wherein The side raking piece (32) comprises: A second stop block (321) is fixedly arranged on the chain (03); A second raking rod (322) has one end fixedly arranged on the chain (03) and the other end extending away from the middle righting assembly (2).

5. The pre-centralizing mechanism of claim 2, wherein, Both outer sides of the two chains (03) are provided with baffle plates (4), and both ends of the baffle plates (4) are rotatably connected with the driving sprocket (01) and the driven sprocket (02).

6. The pre-centralizing mechanism of claim 5, wherein, Arc-shaped guide rods (5) are arranged at the top of the middle righting assembly (2) and the top of the side raking assembly (3), one end of the arc-shaped guide rod (5) is fixedly connected with the inner side of the baffle plate (4), the other end passes through the top of the chain (03) and is fixedly connected with the rack (1).

7. The pre-centralizing mechanism of claim 2, wherein, The rack (1) comprises: Two driving sprockets (01) are rotatably arranged on the main rack body (11); A support rod (12) is arranged transversely, one end of the support rod (12) is fixedly connected with the bottom of the main frame body (11), and the other end of the support rod (12) is rotatably arranged with the two driven sprockets (02); A reinforcing rod (13) is arranged, one end of the reinforcing rod (13) is fixedly connected with the main frame body (11), and the other end of the reinforcing rod (13) is fixedly connected with the end of the support rod (12) away from the main frame body (11).

8. The pre-centralizing mechanism of claim 7, wherein, The two driving sprockets (01) are synchronously rotatably connected through a transmission device (6), and the transmission device (6) comprises: A first pulley (61) is rotatably arranged on the top of the main frame body (11); A second pulley is rotatably arranged on the top of the main frame body (11), a belt (62) is arranged in transmission between the first pulley (61) and the second pulley, and the second pulley is rotatably connected with the two driving sprockets (01) through a steering device.

9. A front righting device characterized by, Two front righting mechanisms (10) according to any one of claims 1-7 are arranged symmetrically, and the two intermediate righting assemblies (2) are arranged between the two side material removing assemblies (3), and a space for passing plants is arranged between the two intermediate righting assemblies (2).