Traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltrating mechanism

Abstract

The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece soaking mechanism comprises a lifting plate, a medicine pressing barrel and a soaking barrel used for containing traditional Chinese medicine decoction pieces, the lifting plate is arranged above the medicine pressing barrel, the lifting plate and the medicine pressing barrel are flexibly connected through a steel wire rope, a vibration device is arranged at the bottom of the inner side of the medicine pressing barrel, and the medicine pressing barrel can stretch into the soaking barrel. A limiting block is arranged at the position, close to the inner wall of the pesticide pressing barrel, of the lifting plate and extends downwards into the pesticide pressing barrel, and a first gap is formed between the limiting block and the pesticide pressing barrel. The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece soaking device can fully soak traditional Chinese medicine decoction pieces, can adapt to different decoction piece quantities, and is high in medicine pressing and soaking efficiency.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of medical devices, specifically relating to a mechanism for soaking Chinese herbal medicine slices. Background Technology

[0002] Soaking medicinal herbs is an important step in the processing of traditional Chinese medicine. By contacting the herbs with water, the water gradually penetrates into the tissues of the herbs, making it easier to decoct them. Currently, the herbs are wrapped in cloth bags and placed in a soaking tank, then manually weighed down with heavy objects to ensure that the herbs are completely covered with water. This pressing allows the herbs to have closer contact with the water, which helps to improve the utilization rate of the herbs. However, using fixed pressing blocks has problems. If the amount of herbs is too small, it is difficult to press them down; if the amount of herbs is too large, there is a risk of the soaking water overflowing. Using pressing blocks also affects the water absorption of the herbs, resulting in insufficient soaking. Moreover, the pressing blocks can cause the herbs to stick together. Manual operation is prone to missing steps and is relatively inefficient. Therefore, in order to avoid the shortcomings of the existing technology, it is necessary to improve it. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a herbal medicine soaking mechanism that can fully soak the herbal medicine slices, adapt to different amounts of slices, and has high efficiency in soaking the medicine.

[0004] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0005] A traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) decoction piece soaking mechanism includes a lifting plate, a pressing barrel, and a soaking tank for placing TCM decoction pieces. The lifting plate is positioned above the pressing barrel, and the lifting plate and the pressing barrel are flexibly connected by a steel wire rope. A vibration device is provided on the inner bottom of the pressing barrel, allowing the pressing barrel to extend into the soaking tank. A limiting block is provided on the lifting plate near the inner wall of the pressing barrel, and the limiting block extends downward into the pressing barrel. A first gap is provided between the limiting block and the pressing barrel.

[0006] As a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned herbal medicine soaking mechanism, there are several limiting blocks, and the several limiting blocks are arranged circumferentially along the inner wall of the pressing barrel on the lifting plate.

[0007] As a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned herbal medicine soaking mechanism, a second gap is provided between the upper edge of the pressing barrel and the lower bottom surface of the lifting plate.

[0008] As a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned herbal medicine soaking mechanism, the bottom outer surface of the pressing barrel protrudes outward to form an arc-shaped structure.

[0009] As a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned herbal medicine soaking mechanism, the bottom outer surface of the pressing barrel is coated with a Teflon anti-stick coating.

[0010] As a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned herbal medicine soaking mechanism, the diameter of the pressing barrel is smaller than the diameter of the soaking barrel, a third gap is formed between the outer side wall of the pressing barrel and the inner side wall of the soaking barrel, and the width of the third gap is greater than the width of the first gap.

[0011] As a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned herbal medicine soaking mechanism, the height of the pressing barrel is equal to the height of the soaking barrel.

[0012] As a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned herbal medicine soaking mechanism, the herbal medicine soaking mechanism further includes a lifting device, which includes a top frame and a cylinder. The top frame is disposed above the lifting plate and is connected to the cylinder. The cylinder is vertically disposed and its movable end is connected to the lifting plate.

[0013] As a preferred embodiment of the above-mentioned herbal medicine soaking mechanism, the herbal medicine soaking mechanism further includes a base, on which a positioning groove is provided to cooperate with the soaking barrel. The soaking barrel is placed in the positioning groove, and a baffle is provided at the opening of the positioning groove to restrict the soaking barrel within the positioning groove.

[0014] The advantages of implementing the herbal medicine soaking mechanism provided by this utility model compared with the prior art are as follows:

[0015] This invention relates to a soaking tank for placing Chinese medicinal herbs. After placing the herbs in the tank, water is added, and then a lifting plate is activated. The lifting plate drives a pressing barrel to move downwards and extend into the water-filled soaking tank, pressing the floating herbs below the water surface for full immersion and water absorption, facilitating the decoction of the herbs. When the pressing barrel touches the herbs, the lifting plate stops descending. Because the lifting plate and the pressing barrel are flexibly connected by a steel wire rope, the pressure on the herbs after the pressing barrel touches the herbs is equal to the weight of the pressing barrel. The pressure on the herbs will not continue to increase, and the pressure is stable, preventing further damage. The quantity of Chinese medicinal herbs is relatively large, and their height in the soaking tank is relatively high. This can cause the pressure to continue to increase, potentially leading to excessive pressure on the herbs. This design accommodates different quantities of herbs in the soaking tank and also prevents the herbs from being crushed by excessive pressure, which would cause them to stick to the bottom of the tank. After the herbs are pressed down in the tank, a vibration device is activated. This device is located at the bottom inside the tank and generates vibration. The vibration is transmitted through the tank to the herbs, causing them to vibrate repeatedly below the water surface. This reduces air bubbles on the surface of the herbs, accelerates water penetration, speeds up water absorption, and enhances the soaking effect. Attached Figure Description

[0016] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model, the accompanying drawings of the embodiments will be briefly described below.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the lifting plate, soaking tank, and pressing tank of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the herbal medicine soaking mechanism of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the base of this utility model.

[0020] Marked in the image:

[0021] 100. Soaking tank; 200. Pressing tank; 210. Vibration device; 300. Lifting plate; 310. Limiting block; 320. Steel wire rope; 330. First gap; 340. Second gap; 350. Third gap; 400. Chinese herbal medicine slices; 500. Lifting device; 510. Top frame; 520. Cylinder; 610. Base; 620. Positioning groove; 630. Baffle. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the directional descriptions, such as up, down, front, back, left, right, etc., indicate the directional or positional relationship based on the directional or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, "several" means one or more, "multiple" means two or more, "greater than," "less than," and "exceeding" are understood to exclude the stated number, while "above," "below," and "within" are understood to include the stated number. If "first" or "second" is used in the description, it is only for the purpose of distinguishing technical features and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance, or implicitly indicating the number of indicated technical features, or implicitly indicating the order of the indicated technical features.

[0025] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise explicitly defined, terms such as "setting," "installation," and "connection" should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model in conjunction with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0026] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 3 The herbal medicine soaking mechanism provided in the embodiments of this utility model will now be described.

[0027] like Figures 1-3 As shown, the herbal medicine soaking mechanism of this utility model includes a lifting plate 300, a pressing barrel 200, and a soaking tank 100 for placing herbal medicine pieces 400. The lifting plate 300 is located above the pressing barrel 200. The lifting plate 300 and the pressing barrel 200 are flexibly connected by a steel wire rope 320. A vibration device 210 is provided on the inner bottom of the pressing barrel 200. The pressing barrel 200 can extend into the soaking tank 100.

[0028] The lifting plate 300 drives the pressing barrel 200 to rise and fall, using mechanical equipment to replace manual labor and reduce the labor intensity of manually moving the pressing blocks. The lifting plate 300 and the pressing barrel 200 are flexibly connected by a steel wire rope 320. Specifically, the lifting plate 300 is equipped with a gravity sensor. When the pressing barrel 200 touches the medicinal materials, the gravity of the pressing barrel 200 acts on the pressed Chinese herbal medicine pieces 400, and the gravity on the lifting plate 300 decreases. After detecting the decrease in gravity, the lifting plate stops falling. This can accommodate Chinese herbal medicine pieces 400 at different heights in the soaking tank 100. At this time, the vibration device 210 is activated, and the pieces vibrate repeatedly below the water surface to reduce air bubbles on the surface of the pieces, accelerate water entry into the pieces, accelerate water absorption, and enhance the soaking effect. After a set time, the vibration device 210 stops, the lifting plate 300 rises, lifts the pressing barrel 200, and the soaking tank 100 enters the next process.

[0029] For example, the lifting plate 300 is provided with a limiting block 310 near the inner wall of the pressing tank 200. The limiting block 310 extends downward into the pressing tank 200, and a first gap 330 is provided between the limiting block 310 and the pressing tank 200. The limiting block 310 is located near the inner wall of the pressing tank 200 and extends downward into the pressing tank 200. The function of the limiting block 310 is to limit the pressing tank 200 when the vibration device 210 is activated. The first gap 330 between the limiting block 310 and the pressing tank 200 allows the pressing tank 200 to vibrate within a certain range, avoiding excessive shaking amplitude during vibration and collision with the inner wall of the soaking tank 100.

[0030] For example, there are several limiting blocks 310, which are spaced apart on the lifting plate 300 along the inner wall of the pressing barrel 200. When the vibration device 210 is started, it limits the circumferential direction of the pressing barrel 200 to prevent excessive shaking during vibration and collision with the inner wall of the soaking barrel 100.

[0031] For example, a second gap 340 is provided between the upper edge of the pressing barrel 200 and the lower bottom surface of the lifting plate 300 to prevent the pressing barrel 200 from vibrating in the longitudinal direction and colliding with the lower bottom surface of the lifting plate 300 when the vibration device 210 is activated.

[0032] For example, the bottom outer surface of the pressing barrel 200 protrudes outward to form an arc-shaped structure. When pressing the Chinese herbal medicine slices 400, the arc-shaped bottom of the pressing barrel 200 can squeeze the Chinese herbal medicine slices 400 outward to avoid directly pressing on the surface of the Chinese herbal medicine slices 400, which would affect the water absorption of the Chinese herbal medicine slices 400. Moreover, the arc-shaped bottom makes it less likely for the Chinese herbal medicine slices 400 to stick to the pressing barrel 200.

[0033] For example, the bottom outer surface of the medicine pressing barrel 200 is coated with a Teflon anti-stick coating. Teflon anti-stick coating is an industrial coating with non-stick properties. Applying a Teflon anti-stick coating to the bottom outer surface of the medicine pressing barrel 200 can reduce the adhesion of medicinal slices.

[0034] For example, the diameter of the pressing barrel 200 is smaller than the diameter of the soaking barrel 100. A third gap 350 is formed between the outer wall of the pressing barrel 200 and the inner wall of the soaking barrel 100. The width of the third gap 350 is greater than the width of the first gap 330. When the vibration device 210 is activated, it will cause the pressing barrel 200 to vibrate. The third gap 350 formed between the outer wall of the pressing barrel 200 and the inner wall of the soaking barrel 100 can prevent the outer wall of the pressing barrel 200 from colliding with the inner wall of the soaking barrel 100 during vibration and causing damage. The width of the third gap 350 is greater than the width of the first gap 330 to ensure that the limiting block 310 can play a limiting role. When the inner wall of the pressing barrel 200 touches the limiting block 310, since the width of the third gap 350 is greater than the width of the first gap 330, the outer wall of the pressing barrel 200 will not collide with the inner wall of the soaking barrel 100.

[0035] For example, the height of the pressing bucket 200 is equal to the height of the soaking bucket 100, so as to ensure that when there are only a small amount of Chinese herbal medicine pieces 400 in the soaking bucket 100, the pressing bucket 200 can press down the Chinese herbal medicine pieces 400 after it is inserted into the soaking bucket 100.

[0036] For example, the herbal medicine slices 400 soaking mechanism also includes a lifting device 500. The lifting device 500 includes a top frame 510 and a cylinder 520. The top frame 510 is disposed above the lifting plate 300. The top frame 510 is connected to the cylinder 520. The cylinder 520 is vertically disposed. The movable end of the cylinder 520 is connected to the lifting plate 300. Through the extension and retraction movement of the sliding end of the cylinder 520, the lifting plate 300 is driven to rise and fall, thereby driving the medicine pressing barrel 200 to descend and rise.

[0037] For example, the herbal medicine slices 400 soaking mechanism also includes a base 610. The base 610 is provided with a positioning groove 620 that cooperates with the soaking tank 100. The soaking tank 100 is placed in the positioning groove 620. The opening of the positioning groove 620 is provided with a baffle 630 that can restrict the soaking tank 100 within the positioning groove 620. The positioning groove 620 on the base 610 is used to position the soaking tank 100 to prevent the soaking tank 100 from shifting, causing the pressing tank 200 to misalign with the soaking tank 100 and preventing the pressing tank 200 from being able to extend into the soaking tank 100. The baffle 630 restricts the soaking tank 100 within the positioning groove 620 to prevent the position of the soaking tank 100 from shifting.

[0038] The advantages of implementing the herbal medicine soaking mechanism provided by this utility model compared with the prior art are as follows:

[0039] The soaking tank 100 of this invention is used to hold Chinese herbal medicine slices 400. After the Chinese herbal medicine slices 400 are placed in the soaking tank 100, water is added, and then the lifting plate 300 is activated. The lifting plate 300 drives the pressing tank 200 to move downwards and extend into the soaking tank 100 filled with water, pressing the floating Chinese herbal medicines below the water surface to fully soak and absorb water, facilitating the decoction of Chinese herbal medicines after water absorption. When the pressing tank 200 touches the Chinese herbal medicine slices 400, the lifting plate 300 stops descending. Since the lifting plate 300 and the pressing tank 200 are flexibly connected by a steel wire rope 320, the pressure on the Chinese herbal medicine slices 400 after the pressing tank 200 touches the Chinese herbal medicine slices 400 is equal to the weight of the pressing tank 200. The pressure on the Chinese herbal medicine slices 400 will not continue to increase, and the pressure is stable, avoiding the problem of excessive amount of Chinese herbal medicine slices 400. The height of the soaking tank 100 is relatively high, which may cause the pressure to continue to increase and put excessive pressure on the Chinese herbal medicine pieces 400. This can accommodate different amounts of Chinese herbal medicine pieces 400 in the soaking tank 100, and at the same time, it can prevent the Chinese herbal medicine pieces 400 from being crushed by the increased pressure and stuck to the bottom of the pressing tank 200. After the pressing tank 200 presses down on the Chinese herbal medicine pieces 400, the vibration device 210 is activated. The vibration device 210 is located on the inner bottom of the pressing tank 200 and generates vibration. The vibration is transmitted to the Chinese herbal medicine pieces 400 through the pressing tank 200, so that the pieces vibrate repeatedly below the water surface, reducing air bubbles on the surface of the pieces, accelerating the water entry into the pieces, accelerating the water absorption of the pieces, and enhancing the soaking effect. Subsequently, the soaking tank 100 is moved to the decoction device by a robotic arm to decoct the soaked Chinese herbal medicine.

[0040] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model. It should be noted that for those skilled in the art, several improvements and substitutions can be made without departing from the technical principles of the present utility model, and these improvements and substitutions should also be considered within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltration mechanism, characterized in that, Including lifting plate, medicine pressing barrel and soaking barrel for placing traditional Chinese medicine decoction pieces, the lifting plate is arranged above the medicine pressing barrel, the lifting plate and the medicine pressing barrel are connected by steel wire rope, the inner bottom of the medicine pressing barrel is provided with a vibration device, and the medicine pressing barrel can extend into the soaking barrel; The lifting plate is provided with a limiting block near the inner wall of the medicine pressing barrel, the limiting block extends downward into the medicine pressing barrel, and a first gap is formed between the limiting block and the medicine pressing barrel.

2. The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltrating mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The limiting block has a plurality of limiting blocks, and the plurality of limiting blocks are arranged on the lifting plate and spaced along the inner wall of the medicine pressing barrel.

3. The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltrating mechanism according to claim 2, characterized in that, The upper edge of the medicine pressing barrel and the lower surface of the lifting plate are provided with a second gap.

4. The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltrating mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The bottom outer surface of the medicine pressing barrel is outwardly convex to form an arc structure.

5. The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltrating mechanism according to claim 4, characterized in that, The bottom outer surface of the medicine pressing barrel is coated with a Teflon anti-sticking coating.

6. The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltrating mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The diameter of the medicine pressing barrel is smaller than the diameter of the soaking barrel, a third gap is formed between the outer wall of the medicine pressing barrel and the inner wall of the soaking barrel, and the width of the third gap is greater than the width of the first gap.

7. The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltrating mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The height of the medicine pressing barrel is equal to the height of the soaking barrel.

8. The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltrating mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltration mechanism further comprises a lifting device, the lifting device comprises a top frame and a gas cylinder, the top frame is arranged above the lifting plate, the top frame is connected with the gas cylinder, the gas cylinder is vertically arranged, and the movable end of the gas cylinder is connected with the lifting plate.

9. The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltrating mechanism according to claim 1, characterized in that, The traditional Chinese medicine decoction piece infiltration mechanism further comprises a base, the base is provided with a positioning groove matched with the soaking barrel, the soaking barrel is placed in the positioning groove, and a baffle for limiting the soaking barrel in the positioning groove is arranged at the slot opening of the positioning groove.

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