Casing moisture detection device

Abstract

The utility model provides a casing moisture detection device. And a microwave generator and a microwave transmitting antenna in the casing moisture detection device are arranged at the top of the inner side of the casing and are connected with each other. The microwave generator is used for generating microwaves for detection, and the microwaves are transmitted by the microwave transmitting antenna and penetrate through the casing to be detected. The microwave receiving antenna and the signal processing assembly are installed at the bottom of the inner side of the shell. The microwave receiving antenna is connected with the signal processing assembly. The microwave receiving antenna is used for receiving a microwave signal which is transmitted by the microwave transmitting antenna and passes through the casing to be detected. And the signal processing assembly is used for processing the microwave signal received by the microwave receiving antenna and outputting a detection result. The casing moisture detection device can solve the problem that the existing casing moisture detection needs manual sampling and consumes a large amount of time, and achieves the effects of rapid detection and saving of manpower and production cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of sausage casing moisture detection technology, and in particular to a sausage casing moisture detection device. Background Technology

[0002] In the sausage casing production process, the moisture content of the casing is a key indicator of product quality and is controlled because it is crucial for the control of subsequent process steps and also very important for customer satisfaction with the finished product. Therefore, during the sausage casing production process, it is necessary to manually sample about 1 meter of casing from the flowing casing at irregular intervals and send it to the laboratory for moisture testing. This process takes 2-3 hours. At the same time, the production process is almost interrupted due to sampling, and new casing rollers must be replaced. This has a significant impact on production and requires high labor and production costs. Utility Model Content

[0003] In view of the above problems, this utility model is proposed to provide a sausage casing moisture detection device that overcomes or at least partially solves the above problems. It can solve the problem that existing sausage casing moisture detection requires manual sampling and consumes a lot of time, thereby achieving the effect of rapid detection and saving manpower and production costs.

[0004] Specifically, this utility model provides a casing moisture detection device, which includes a housing, a microwave generating mechanism, and a microwave receiving and processing mechanism. The microwave generating mechanism and the microwave receiving and processing mechanism are located at the upper and lower ends of the housing, respectively. The casing to be tested passes horizontally from left to right between the microwave generating mechanism and the microwave receiving and processing mechanism. The microwave generating mechanism includes a microwave generator and a microwave transmitting antenna. The microwave receiving and processing mechanism includes a microwave receiving antenna and a signal processing component. The microwave generator and the microwave transmitting antenna are installed on the top inner side of the housing and are connected. The microwave generator generates microwaves for detection, and the microwaves are emitted by the microwave transmitting antenna and pass through the casing to be tested. The microwave receiving antenna and the signal processing component are installed on the bottom inner side of the housing. The microwave receiving antenna is connected to the signal processing component. The microwave receiving antenna receives the microwave signal emitted by the microwave transmitting antenna and passes through the casing to be tested. The signal processing component processes the microwave signal received by the microwave receiving antenna and outputs the detection result.

[0005] Optionally, the signal processing component includes a processor, a converter, a signal amplifier, and a display; the signal amplifier is connected to the microwave receiving antenna and is used to amplify the microwave signal received by the microwave receiving antenna; the converter is connected to the signal amplifier and is used to convert the amplified microwave signal into an electrical signal; the processor is connected to the converter and is used to process the electrical signal and output the detection result; the display is connected to the processor and is used to display the detection result.

[0006] Optionally, the casing moisture detection device also includes a controller; the controller is connected to the microwave generating mechanism and is used to control the microwave generating mechanism to generate and emit microwaves; the controller is connected to the microwave receiving and processing mechanism and is used to control the microwave receiving and processing mechanism to receive microwave signals and process the microwave signals.

[0007] Optionally, the casing moisture detection device also includes an upper displacement component and a lower displacement component; the upper displacement component and the lower displacement component have the same structure and are symmetrical in the vertical direction; the two displacement components are used to adjust the position of the microwave generating mechanism in the horizontal direction, front-back and left-right.

[0008] Optionally, the upper displacement assembly includes a first guide rod, a second guide rod, two first cylinders, multiple sliding blocks, and a connecting block; the first guide rod and the second guide rod are perpendicular to each other and arranged vertically; multiple sliding blocks are installed at the ends of the first guide rod and the second guide rod; the sliding blocks are slidably connected to the housing; the connecting block is sleeved on the overlapping part of the first guide rod and the second guide rod, and the connecting block is slidably connected to the first guide rod and the second guide rod; the connecting block drives the microwave generating mechanism or the microwave receiving and processing mechanism to move back and forth and left and right in the horizontal direction; the two first cylinders are installed on the housing and are used to drive the moving blocks on the first guide rod and the second guide rod to slide on the housing.

[0009] Optionally, the upper displacement assembly also includes a mounting plate, a base, a telescopic rod, and a second cylinder; the mounting plate is installed at the bottom of the connecting block; the top end of the telescopic rod is fixedly installed at the bottom of the mounting plate, and the bottom end is installed at the top of the base; the second cylinder is installed at the top of the mounting base and is used to control the extension and retraction of the telescopic rod; the microwave generating mechanism is connected to the bottom of the base; the base drives the microwave generating mechanism to move up and down vertically.

[0010] Optionally, the casing moisture detection device also includes a microwave suppressor; the microwave suppressor is installed on the left and right sides of the housing where it overlaps with the casing to be tested, in order to prevent microwave leakage.

[0011] This invention relates to a sausage casing moisture detection device, which includes a housing, a microwave generating mechanism, and a microwave receiving and processing mechanism. This device has a simple structure, is easy to operate, and has a fast detection speed. It can achieve online real-time detection of sausage casing moisture, avoiding downtime in the sausage casing production line and improving the stability of process quality.

[0012] Furthermore, this sausage casing moisture detection device has an upper moving component and a lower displacement component, which can adjust the horizontal and vertical positions of the microwave generating mechanism and the microwave receiving and processing mechanism, making it adaptable to various application scenarios and highly applicable.

[0013] The above and other objects, advantages and features of this utility model will become more apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description of specific embodiments of this utility model in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0014] The following sections will describe some specific embodiments of the present invention in a detailed manner by way of example and not limitation, with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the drawings denote the same or similar parts or components. Those skilled in the art should understand that these drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale. In the drawings:

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of a casing moisture detection device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0016] Figure 2 This is a structural block diagram of the signal processing component of a sausage casing moisture detection device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0017] Figure 3 This is a top view of the movable component of a sausage casing moisture detection device according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of a portion of point A in the middle.

[0019] In the diagram: 1. Housing; 2. Displacement assembly; 201. Mounting frame; 202. First guide rod; 203. Second guide rod; 204. Connecting block; 205. Sliding block; 206. First cylinder; 207. Connecting rod; 208. Second cylinder; 209. Mounting plate; 210. Telescopic rod; 211. Base; 3. Microwave generating mechanism; 301. Microwave generator; 302. Microwave transmitting antenna; 4. First lens; 5. Microwave suppressor; 6. Casing; 7. Second lens; 8. Microwave receiving and processing mechanism; 801. Microwave receiving antenna; 9. Signal processing assembly; 10. Roller. Detailed Implementation

[0020] The following reference Figures 1 to 4 This invention describes a casing moisture detection device according to an embodiment of the present invention. In this description, it should be understood that the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of indicated technical features. Thus, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature, that is, include one or more of that feature. In the description of the present invention, "multiple" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified. When a feature "includes or contains" one or more of the features it encompasses, unless otherwise specifically described, this indicates that other features are not excluded and may be further included.

[0021] Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "set," "install," "connect," "link," "fix," and "couple" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise expressly limited. Those skilled in the art should be able to understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0022] Furthermore, in the description of this embodiment, "above" or "below" the second feature can include direct contact between the first and second features, or it can include contact between the first and second features through another feature between them. That is, in the description of this embodiment, "above," "over," and "on top" of the second feature includes the first feature being directly above or diagonally above the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a higher horizontal level than the second feature. "Below," "below," or "below" of the second feature can mean the first feature is directly below or diagonally below the second feature, or simply indicates that the first feature is at a lower horizontal level than the second feature.

[0023] In the description of this embodiment, the terms "one embodiment," "some embodiments," "illustrative embodiment," "example," "specific example," or "some examples," etc., refer to specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described in connection with that embodiment or example, which are included in at least one embodiment or example of this utility model. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0024] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram of a sausage casing moisture detection device according to an embodiment of the present invention, as shown below. Figure 1 As shown, and refer to Figures 2 to 4 This utility model provides a sausage casing moisture detection device, which includes a housing 1, a microwave generating mechanism 3, a microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8, a first lens 4, and a second lens 7.

[0025] The housing 1 is a closed rectangular body, vertically oriented. The microwave generating mechanism 3 and the microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8 are located at the upper and lower ends of the housing 1, respectively, with the microwave generating mechanism 3 located above the microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8. Circular through holes are opened in the middle of the left and right end plates of the housing 1. The casing 6 to be tested passes horizontally from left to right through the left and right through holes, passing between the microwave generating mechanism 3 and the microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8. The through holes are not shown in the figure.

[0026] The microwave generating mechanism 3 includes a microwave generator 301 and a microwave transmitting antenna 302. The microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8 includes a microwave receiving antenna 801 and a signal processing component 9. The microwave generator 301 and the microwave transmitting antenna 302 are mounted on the top inner side of the housing 1 and are interconnected. The microwave receiving antenna 801 and the signal processing component 9 are mounted on the bottom inner side of the housing 1 and are connected to each other. The microwave transmitting antenna 302, the microwave receiving antenna 801, and the casing 6 to be tested are located on the same vertical line, with the casing 6 located between the microwave transmitting antenna 302 and the microwave receiving antenna 801.

[0027] A microwave generator 301 generates microwaves for detection, and a microwave transmitting antenna 302 transmits microwave signals. A microwave receiving antenna 801 receives microwave signals transmitted by the microwave transmitting antenna 302 that pass through the casing 6 to be tested. The microwaves are transmitted by the microwave transmitting antenna 302, pass through the casing 6 to be tested, and are finally received by the microwave receiving antenna 801. The signal processing component 9 processes the microwave signals received by the microwave receiving antenna 801 and outputs the moisture detection results of the casing 6.

[0028] The first lens 4 and the second lens 7 are respectively mounted on the inner wall of the housing 1. The first lens 4 is located between the microwave transmitting antenna 302 and the sausage casing 6 to be tested, and is directly below the microwave transmitting antenna 302. The second lens 7 is located between the microwave receiving antenna 801 and the sausage casing 6 to be tested, and is directly above the microwave receiving antenna 801. The first lens 4 is used to focus the microwave signal so that it can more accurately illuminate the sausage casing 6 to be tested. The second lens 7 is used to focus the microwave signal passing through the sausage casing 6 so that it can more accurately illuminate the microwave receiving antenna 801. The microwave transmitting antenna 302, the first lens 4, the sausage casing 6 to be tested, the second lens 7, and the microwave receiving antenna 801 are on the same vertical line.

[0029] Specifically, the left and right ends of the casing moisture detection device are connected to the casing production system and the casing rolling machine, respectively, which are not shown in the figure.

[0030] In other embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1 As shown, the casing moisture detection device also includes two microwave suppressors 5 and multiple rollers 10. The two microwave suppressors 5 have through holes in their middle sections and the middle sections of the left and right sides of the housing 1 (the through holes are not shown in the figure). The two microwave suppressors 5 are installed on the middle sections of the left and right sides of the outer side of the housing 1. The casing 6 to be tested passes horizontally from left to right through the through holes in the middle of the microwave suppressors 5, the through holes in the middle of the housing 1, and between the microwave transmitting antenna 302 and the microwave receiving antenna 801. The microwave suppressors 5 are used to prevent microwave leakage.

[0031] Multiple rollers 10 are installed at the bottom of the housing 1. These rollers 10 allow the casing moisture detection device 6 to be moved according to the usage scenario, enabling the detection device to be moved directly to the casing 6 production line. The multiple rollers 10 can be locked. When the casing moisture detection device is moved to the detection area, locking the multiple rollers 10 ensures the stability of the casing moisture detection device.

[0032] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 1 As shown, the casing moisture detection device also includes a controller. The controller is connected to the microwave generating mechanism 3 and is used to control the microwave generating mechanism 3 to generate and emit microwaves; the controller is also connected to the microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8 and is used to control the microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8 to receive microwave signals and process the microwave signals. The controller is not shown in the figure.

[0033] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 2 As shown, the signal processing component 9 includes a processor, a converter, a signal amplifier, and a display. The signal amplifier is connected to the microwave receiving antenna 801, which transmits the received microwave signal to the signal amplifier, amplifying the received microwave signal. The converter is connected to the signal amplifier and converts the amplified microwave signal into an electrical signal. The processor is connected to the converter and processes the converted electrical signal, ultimately outputting the moisture detection result of the casing 6. The display screen is connected to the processor and mounted on the outside of the housing 1, displaying the moisture detection result of the casing 6.

[0034] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the moisture detection device for the casing 6 also includes an upper displacement component 2 and a lower displacement component. The upper displacement component 2 and the lower displacement component have the same structure and are symmetrical in the vertical direction. The two displacement components are used to adjust the front-back and left-right positions of the microwave generating mechanism 3 and the microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8 in the horizontal direction, respectively.

[0035] The upper displacement assembly 2 includes a mounting frame 201, a first guide rod 202, a second guide rod 203, two first cylinders 206, a connecting rod 207, a sliding block 205, and a connecting block 204. The mounting frame 201 is installed inside the housing 1. The first guide rod 202 and the second guide rod 203 are perpendicular to each other and are positioned vertically on the mounting frame 201. Sliding blocks 205 are installed at the ends of both the first guide rod 202 and the second guide rod 203, and the sliding blocks 205 are slidably connected to the side wall of the mounting frame 201.

[0036] The connecting block 204 is sleeved at the overlapping part of the first guide rod 202 and the second guide rod 203, and the connecting block 204 is slidably connected to the first guide rod 202 and the second guide rod 203. The microwave generating mechanism 3 is connected to the connecting block 204, and the connecting block 204 drives the microwave generating mechanism 3 to move back and forth and left and right in the horizontal direction.

[0037] Two first cylinders 206 are installed at the upper right and lower left corners of the mounting frame 201, and are connected to two sliding blocks 205 via two connecting rods 207. The two first cylinders 206 control the two connecting rods 207 to drive the two sliding blocks 205, thereby driving the first guide rod 202 and the second guide rod 203 to move back and forth and left and right in the horizontal direction, so that the connecting seat drives the microwave generating mechanism 3 to move back and forth and left and right in the horizontal direction.

[0038] Specifically, the difference between the lower displacement component and the upper displacement component 2 is that the lower displacement component connecting block is connected to the microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8.

[0039] In other embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 3 As shown, the upper displacement component 2 and the lower displacement component are connected by two coordinating rods, which are vertically arranged. The top ends of the two coordinating rods are respectively connected to sliding blocks 205 at either end of the first guide rod 202 and the second guide rod 203 in the upper displacement component 2, and the bottom ends of the two coordinating rods are connected to sliding blocks 205 located on the same vertical line in the lower displacement component. The two coordinating rods are used to synchronize the movement of the microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8 when the microwave generating mechanism 3 moves, thereby ensuring that the microwave transmitting antenna 302 and the microwave receiving antenna 801 are located on the same vertical line. The two coordinating rods are not shown in the figure.

[0040] In some embodiments of this utility model, such as Figure 4 As shown, the upper displacement assembly 2 also includes a mounting plate 209, a base 211, a telescopic rod 210, and a second cylinder 208. The mounting plate 209 is mounted on the bottom of the connecting block 204. The top end of the telescopic rod 210 is fixedly mounted on the bottom of the mounting plate 209, and the bottom end is mounted on the top of the base 211. The second cylinder 208 is mounted on the top of the mounting base and is used to control the extension and retraction of the telescopic rod 210, thereby driving the base 211 to rise and fall vertically. The microwave generating mechanism 3 is connected to the bottom of the base 211, and the base 211 drives the microwave generating mechanism 3 to rise and fall vertically, thereby adjusting the vertical position of the microwave generating mechanism 3.

[0041] Working Principle: Before detecting the moisture content of the casing, the casing moisture detection device is moved to the production line and multiple rollers 10 are locked to ensure the stability of the device. The first cylinder 206 and the second cylinder 208 are activated to adjust the horizontal and vertical positions of the microwave transmitting antenna 302 and the microwave receiving antenna 801, ensuring that the microwave transmitting antenna 302, the casing 6 to be tested, and the microwave receiving antenna 801 are aligned vertically. The controller is activated to cause the microwave generating mechanism 3 to generate and emit microwaves, which are then received by the microwave receiving and processing mechanism 8. The received microwave signals are processed, and the detection results are output.

[0042] Therefore, those skilled in the art should recognize that although many exemplary embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described in detail herein, many other variations or modifications conforming to the principles of the present invention can be directly determined or derived from the disclosure of the present invention without departing from the spirit and scope of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of the present invention should be understood and recognized as covering all such other variations or modifications.

Claims

1. A casing moisture detection device, characterized by, The application relates to a microwave detection device for casing, which comprises a casing, a microwave generating mechanism and a microwave receiving and processing mechanism; the microwave generating mechanism and the microwave receiving and processing mechanism are respectively arranged at the upper and lower ends of the inside of the casing; the casing to be detected passes through the middle of the microwave generating mechanism and the microwave receiving and processing mechanism along the horizontal direction from left to right; the microwave generating mechanism comprises a microwave generator and a microwave transmitting antenna; the microwave receiving and processing mechanism comprises a microwave receiving antenna and a signal processing assembly; The microwave generator and the microwave transmitting antenna are arranged on the top of the inside of the casing and are connected; the microwave generator is used for generating detection microwaves, and the microwaves are transmitted by the microwave transmitting antenna and pass through the casing to be detected; the microwave receiving antenna and the signal processing assembly are arranged on the bottom of the inside of the casing; the microwave receiving antenna is connected with the signal processing assembly; the microwave receiving antenna is used for receiving the microwave signals transmitted by the microwave transmitting antenna and passing through the casing to be detected; and the signal processing assembly is used for processing the microwave signals received by the microwave receiving antenna and outputting detection results.

2. The casing moisture detection device of claim 1, wherein The signal processing assembly comprises a processor, a converter, a signal amplifier and a display; The signal amplifier is connected with the microwave receiving antenna and is used for amplifying the microwave signals received by the microwave receiving antenna; the converter is connected with the signal amplifier and is used for converting the amplified microwave signals into electric signals; The processor is connected with the converter and is used for processing the electric signals and outputting detection results; and the display is connected with the processor and is used for displaying the detection results.

3. The casing moisture detection device of claim 1, wherein The application further comprises a controller; the controller is connected with the microwave generating mechanism and is used for controlling the microwave generating mechanism to generate and transmit microwaves; and the controller is connected with the microwave receiving and processing mechanism and is used for controlling the microwave receiving and processing mechanism to receive microwave signals and process the microwave signals.

4. The casing moisture detection device of claim 1, wherein The application further comprises an upper displacement assembly and a lower displacement assembly; the upper displacement assembly and the lower displacement assembly are structurally identical and vertically symmetrical; the two displacement assemblies are respectively used for adjusting the positions of the microwave generating mechanism and the microwave receiving and processing mechanism in the horizontal direction.

5. A casing moisture detection device according to claim 4, wherein The upper displacement assembly comprises a first guide rod, a second guide rod, two first air cylinders, a plurality of sliding blocks and a connecting block; The first guide rod and the second guide rod are vertically arranged and perpendicular to each other; the plurality of sliding blocks are arranged at the ends of the first guide rod and the second guide rod; the sliding blocks are slidingly connected with the casing; the connecting block is sleeved with the intersection of the first guide rod and the second guide rod and is slidingly connected with the first guide rod and the second guide rod; the connecting block drives the microwave generating mechanism to move in the horizontal direction; and the two first air cylinders are arranged on the casing and are used for driving the sliding blocks on the first guide rod and the second guide rod to slide on the casing.

6. A casing moisture detection device according to claim 5, wherein The upper displacement assembly further comprises a mounting disc, a base, an extension rod and a second cylinder; the mounting disc is installed at the bottom of the connecting block; the extension rod is fixedly installed at the top of the mounting disc and the bottom of the base; the second cylinder is installed at the top of the mounting disc and is used for controlling the extension rod to extend or retract; the microwave generating mechanism is connected with the bottom of the base; the base drives the microwave generating mechanism to vertically lift or lower.

7. The casing moisture detection device of claim 1, wherein A microwave inhibitor is further included; the microwave inhibitor is installed at the left and right sides of the casing and overlaps with the casing to be detected, so as to avoid microwave leakage.

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