Clam shell and clam meat separating device
By introducing multi-stage screening and spray cleaning technology into the freshwater mussel shell and meat separation device, the problem of low separation efficiency of freshwater mussels of different sizes has been solved, achieving efficient and precise separation and cleaning of mussel meat.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- TONGLING LIQING ECOLOGICAL AGRICULTURE SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-08
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-17
AI Technical Summary
Existing freshwater mussel shell and meat separation devices cannot perform targeted separation of freshwater mussels of different sizes, resulting in low separation efficiency.
A clam meat separator was designed, which includes a screening box and an eccentric shaft drive. Through a combination of multi-stage screening and spray cleaning, it can achieve precise screening and deep cleaning of freshwater clams, ensuring orderly separation and efficient cleaning of freshwater clams of different sizes.
This method improves the precision and efficiency of separating freshwater mussels, ensures the cleanliness of the mussel meat and the thoroughness of separation, and reduces damage to the mussel meat.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of separation device technology, and in particular to a device for separating river mussel shells and meat. Background Technology
[0002] Freshwater mussels are molluscs that live on the bottom of freshwater lakes, ponds, and rivers. They are oval or egg-shaped in shape and have two hard shells protecting their soft bodies. Freshwater mussels have certain economic value. Their meat is edible, delicious, and rich in protein and other nutrients, while the shells can be used to make handicrafts or as traditional Chinese medicine. A mussel shell and meat separation device is a mechanical device specifically designed to separate the mussel shell from the meat. Through a specific workflow, the mussel meat is completely separated from the shell, improving separation efficiency, reducing the difficulty and labor intensity of manual operation, and meeting the needs of large-scale processing and production.
[0003] Existing freshwater mussel shell and meat separation devices typically involve pouring the mussels into the device for uniform processing. However, due to the varying sizes of freshwater mussels during their natural growth, the size of their meat also varies. Existing devices cannot separate mussels of different sizes specifically, leading to over-processing of smaller mussels and damage to their meat, while larger mussels may not be processed sufficiently, resulting in incomplete separation of the shell and meat, thus reducing separation efficiency. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problem that the above-mentioned equipment cannot separate clams of different sizes in a targeted manner, resulting in reduced separation efficiency. Therefore, this invention proposes a clam shell and clam meat separation device.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a clam shell and clam meat separation device, comprising a clam meat separator, wherein a screening box is fixedly connected to the top of the clam meat separator, a feed hopper is fixedly connected to the top of the screening box, two fixing rods are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the screening box, two springs are movably sleeved on the outer walls of the two fixing rods, a fixing frame is movably sleeved between the outer walls of the two fixing rods, a first screen plate is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame, and a second screen plate is fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame. The inner wall of the fixed frame is fixedly connected to a third screen plate, and one side of the outer wall of the fixed frame is fixedly connected to a mounting base. A connecting rod is movably sleeved on the outer wall of the mounting base. An eccentric shaft is movably inserted into the inner wall of the connecting rod. A drive motor is fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall of the eccentric shaft. Two bearing seats are fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the eccentric shaft, and one side of the outer wall of the screening box is fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall of the two bearing seats. Three guide plates are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixed frame, and a set of embedding grooves is opened on the top of two of the three guide plates.
[0006] Preferably, a baffle is movably inserted between the inner walls of the two sets of embedded grooves.
[0007] Preferably, three sets of spray pipes are fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall of the screening box.
[0008] Preferably, multiple nozzles are fixedly connected to the outer wall of each of the three sets of spray pipes.
[0009] Preferably, the input ends of the three sets of spray pipes are all fixedly connected to a delivery pipe.
[0010] Preferably, a connecting pipe is fixedly connected between the input ends of the three conveying pipes.
[0011] Preferably, the input end of the connecting pipe is fixedly connected to a water pump.
[0012] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0013] 1. In this utility model, through the interaction of the various components of the device, multi-stage screening of freshwater mussels is achieved, ensuring that freshwater mussels of similar size enter the mussel meat separator in an orderly batch for separation. This process not only ensures the continuity of the separation process, but also promotes the targeted separation of mussel meat of different sizes, significantly improving the separation accuracy and overall work efficiency.
[0014] 2. In this utility model, through the interaction of the various components of the device, the river mussels are thoroughly cleaned, ensuring that the river mussels are in a highly clean state when they enter the mussel meat separator, thereby improving the cleanliness of the separated mussel meat. Attached Figure Description
[0015] Figure 1 This utility model provides a perspective view of the main structure of a clam shell and clam meat separation device.
[0016] Figure 2 This utility model provides a three-dimensional sectional view of a portion of the structure of a clam shell and clam meat separation device;
[0017] Figure 3 This utility model provides a top-view three-dimensional sectional view of a portion of the structure of a clam shell and clam meat separation device;
[0018] Figure 4 An enlarged view of structure A in a clam shell and clam meat separation device is provided for this utility model;
[0019] Figure 5 This utility model provides a partial structural side view of a clam shell and clam meat separation device.
[0020] Figure 6 This invention presents a partial three-dimensional view of a clam shell and clam meat separation device.
[0021] Legend:
[0022] 1. Clam meat separator; 2. Screening box; 3. Feed hopper; 4. Fixing rod; 5. Spring; 6. Fixing frame; 7. First screen plate; 8. Second screen plate; 9. Third screen plate; 10. Mounting base; 11. Connecting rod; 12. Eccentric shaft; 13. Drive motor; 14. Bearing seat; 15. Guide plate; 16. Embedding groove; 17. Baffle; 18. Spray pipe; 19. Nozzle; 20. Conveying pipe; 21. Connecting pipe; 22. Water pump. Detailed Implementation
[0023] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.
[0024] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed in the following specification.
[0025] Example 1, such as Figures 1-6As shown, this utility model provides a clam shell and clam meat separation device, including a clam meat separator 1. A screening box 2 is fixedly connected to the top of the clam meat separator 1. A feed hopper 3 is fixedly connected to the top of the screening box 2. Two fixing rods 4 are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the screening box 2. Two springs 5 are movably sleeved on the outer walls of the two fixing rods 4. A fixing frame 6 is movably sleeved between the outer walls of the two fixing rods 4. A first screen plate 7 and a second screen plate 8 are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame 6. [Further details about the fixing frame 6 are needed for accurate translation.] The third screen plate 9 and the fixing frame 6 have an installation base 10 fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall. The outer wall of the installation base 10 is movably fitted with a connecting rod 11. The inner wall of the connecting rod 11 is movably inserted with an eccentric shaft 12. The outer wall of the eccentric shaft 12 is fixedly connected with a drive motor 13. The outer wall of the eccentric shaft 12 is fixedly fitted with two bearing seats 14. The outer wall of the screening box 2 is fixedly connected to the outer wall of the two bearing seats 14. The inner wall of the fixing frame 6 has three guide plates 15 fixedly connected. Two of the three guide plates 15 have a set of embedding grooves 16 on their tops.
[0026] The overall effect of Embodiment 1 is as follows: First, the freshwater mussels are precisely introduced into the screening box 2 through the feed hopper 3. Then, the drive motor 13 is started, which drives the eccentric shaft 12 to rotate. Since the eccentric part of the eccentric shaft 12 is movably fitted with the connecting rod 11, the circular motion of the eccentric shaft 12 is converted into the reciprocating motion of the connecting rod 11. The connecting rod 11 further pulls the fixed frame 6 to move back and forth. Under the elastic support and buffering effect of the four springs 5, the first screen plate 7, the second screen plate 8, and the third screen plate 9 can generate continuous vibration. This vibration mechanism causes the freshwater mussels to continuously roll and jump in the screening box 2. This process enables multi-level screening of freshwater clams. The first screen plate 7, the second screen plate 8, and the third screen plate 9, based on their different aperture sizes, can perform step-by-step and fine screening of freshwater clams, ensuring that freshwater clams of different sizes can be effectively distinguished and fall into the corresponding areas. After the large freshwater clams in the first layer are screened and sent to the clam meat separator 1 for separation, the subsequent process can be flexibly adjusted by removing the two baffles 17 respectively, and more targeted separation processing can be carried out on clam meat of different sizes. This design not only enhances the accuracy of separation, but also significantly improves the overall separation efficiency, making the entire processing process more efficient and orderly.
[0027] Example 2, as Figures 2-6 As shown, baffles 17 are movably inserted between the inner walls of the two sets of embedded grooves 16. Three sets of spray pipes 18 are fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall of the screening box 2. Multiple nozzles 19 are fixedly connected to the outer walls of the three sets of spray pipes 18. Conveying pipes 20 are fixedly connected to the input ends of the three sets of spray pipes 18. Connecting pipes 21 are fixedly connected between the input ends of the three conveying pipes 20. A water pump 22 is fixedly connected to the input end of the connecting pipe 21.
[0028] The overall effect of Embodiment 2 is that by connecting the input end of the water pump 22 to an external clean water source and starting the water pump 22, the pump immediately draws in clean fresh water from the outside and pressurizes it. The pressurized water flow is evenly distributed to three sets of spray pipes 18 through three high-efficiency delivery pipes 20. Under the strong spraying action of multiple sets of nozzles 19, a dense and uniform water flow is formed, which thoroughly and deeply sprays and cleans the river mussels. At the same time, the continuous operation of the drive motor 13 causes the river mussels to constantly turn and jump in the screening box 2. This dynamic process complements the spray cleaning, further improving the thoroughness and efficiency of the cleaning. The turning of the river mussels not only helps to remove the mud and impurities attached to the surface, but also allows the hard-to-reach internal parts to be better cleaned, thereby ensuring a significant improvement in the cleaning effect.
[0029] Working Principle: In use, firstly, the input port of the water pump 22 must be securely connected to an external clean water source to ensure a stable water supply. Then, the river mussels to be processed are precisely poured into the screening box 2 through the feed hopper 3. Next, the drive motor 13 is started, which drives the eccentric shaft 12 to rotate through its power output end. Since the eccentric end of the eccentric shaft 12 is movably fitted with a connecting rod 11, the rotational motion of the eccentric shaft 12 is converted into the reciprocating motion of the connecting rod 11. This motion, in turn, drives the fixed frame 6 and its first screen plate 7, second screen plate 8, and third screen plate 9. Under the elastic support and reset action of the four springs 5, a continuous vibration effect is generated. This vibration causes the river mussels in the screening box 2 to continuously tumble and jump, thus achieving effective dynamic screening. The first screen plate 7, second screen plate 8, and third screen plate 9, according to their different apertures or screening gaps, perform step-by-step, fine screening of the river mussels, ensuring that different sizes of river mussels are screened. The clams can be effectively distinguished and fall onto the top of the corresponding sieve plate. This process not only improves the screening accuracy but also achieves preliminary classification of the clams. After the large clams in the first layer are screened and sent to the clam meat separator 1 for separation, two baffles 17 are removed to adjust the subsequent clams of different sizes to enter the clam meat separator 1 for separation. At the same time, the water pump 22 is started. The pump quickly draws fresh water from an external clean water source and pressurizes it. The pressurized water is stably transported to three sets of spray pipes 18 through three high-efficiency conveying pipes 20. Under the strong spraying action of multiple sets of nozzles 19, a dense and uniform high-pressure water flow is formed to cover the entire screening area. These high-pressure water flows spray and clean the tumbling clams in an all-round and deep manner, effectively removing the mud, sand, impurities and microorganisms attached to the surface. Furthermore, the continuous tumbling of the clams during the screening process and the synergistic effect of the spray cleaning further enhance the cleaning effect.
[0030] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any other way. Any person skilled in the art may make changes or modifications to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments for application in other fields. However, any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the technical solution of the present utility model shall still fall within the protection scope of the technical solution of the present utility model.
Claims
1. A device for separating freshwater mussel shells and meat, comprising a meat separator (1), characterized in that: The top of the clam meat separator (1) is fixedly connected to a screening box (2), and the top of the screening box (2) is fixedly connected to a feed hopper (3). Two fixed rods (4) are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the screening box (2). Two springs (5) are movably fitted onto the outer walls of the two fixed rods (4). A fixed frame (6) is movably fitted between the outer walls of the two fixed rods (4). A first screen plate (7), a second screen plate (8), and a third screen plate (9) are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixed frame (6). A mounting base (10) is fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall. A connecting rod (11) is movably sleeved on the outer wall of the mounting base (10). An eccentric shaft (12) is movably inserted into the inner wall of the connecting rod (11). A drive motor (13) is fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall of the eccentric shaft (12). Two bearing seats (14) are fixedly sleeved on the outer wall of the eccentric shaft (12). One side of the outer wall of the screening box (2) is fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall of the two bearing seats (14). Three guide plates (15) are fixedly connected to the inner wall of the fixing frame (6). A set of embedding grooves (16) is opened on the top of two of the three guide plates (15).
2. The device for separating the shell and the meat of the river mussel according to claim 1, characterized in that: Baffles (17) are movably inserted between the inner walls of the two sets of embedded grooves (16).
3. The device for separating the shell and the meat of the river mussel according to claim 2, characterized in that: Three sets of spray pipes (18) are fixedly connected to one side of the outer wall of the screening box (2).
4. The device for separating the shell and the meat of the river mussel according to claim 3, characterized in that: Multiple nozzles (19) are fixedly connected to the outer walls of the three sets of spray pipes (18).
5. The clam shell and clam meat separation device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The input ends of the three sets of spray pipes (18) are all fixedly connected to the delivery pipes (20).
6. The device for separating the shell and the meat of the river mussel according to claim 5, characterized in that: A connecting pipe (21) is fixedly connected between the input ends of the three delivery pipes (20).
7. The device for separating the shell and the meat of the river mussel according to claim 6, characterized in that: The input end of the connecting pipe (21) is fixedly connected to a water pump (22).