Wicker softening and soaking barrel
By designing a willow twig softening and soaking tank, and using a motor-driven rotating rod and turntable to move the placement rack, combined with a stirring mechanism, the problem of slow willow twig penetration speed was solved, achieving rapid softening of willow twigs and shortening the softening time.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- SHANDONG BUSINESS INST
- Filing Date
- 2025-05-07
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-21
AI Technical Summary
In existing willow twig softening mechanisms, the slow penetration rate of willow twigs results in excessively long softening times.
A willow twig softening and soaking tank was designed. A motor-driven rotating rod moves the turntable and the limiting frame, which in turn moves the placement rack left and right. Combined with a stirring mechanism, this improves the contact efficiency between the willow twigs and the liquid, and promotes the penetration of the softening liquid.
It accelerated the softening process of willow twigs, shortened the softening time, and improved the softening efficiency of willow twigs.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of soaking tank technology, specifically a willow twig softening and soaking tank. Background Technology
[0002] Traditional willow weaving art is widely distributed in my country. Among the more famous willow weaving styles are Boxing willow weaving, Linshu willow weaving, Guangzong willow weaving, Hulianzhuang Yang's handmade willow weaving, Huoqiu willow weaving, Yandu willow weaving, Gu'an willow weaving, and Huanggang willow weaving. Before weaving with willow twigs, they are softened and then dried. An existing willow twig softening mechanism (announcement number: CN221583953U) has the following drawbacks in use:
[0003] During use, before weaving with willow twigs, workers first put the willow twigs into the soaking tank. Before that, workers mix water and softening solution together and pour it into the soaking tank. The mixture of water and softening solution in the soaking tank is used to soften the willow twigs. However, since there are multiple willow twigs placed in the soaking tank, the liquid penetration rate is slow, which means that the willow twigs need a longer time to soften completely. Therefore, this patent proposes a willow weaving willow twig softening and soaking tank to solve the above problems. Utility Model Content
[0004] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a willow twig softening and soaking bucket to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a willow twig softening and soaking bucket, comprising a soaking bucket, a bucket lid inserted into the top of the soaking bucket, a placement rack slidably connected to the bottom of the bucket lid, multiple storage racks fixed inside the placement rack, a limiting rack slidably connected inside the soaking bucket, the placement racks inserted into the limiting rack, a pushing mechanism passing through one end of the soaking bucket, the pushing mechanism including a fixed frame fixed to one end of the soaking bucket, a rotating rod rotatably connected to one end of the fixed frame, a motor fixed to the other end of the fixed frame, the motor passing through the fixed frame and fixed to the rotating rod, a turntable rotatably connected to the inner wall of one end of the soaking bucket, the rotating rod passing through the soaking bucket and fixed to the turntable, two mounting frames fixed to the inner wall of one end of the soaking bucket, push rods slidably connected inside each of the two mounting frames, a moving part fixed between the two push rods, a connecting block fixed to one end of the turntable, the connecting block sliding within the moving part, the moving part being fixed to the limiting frame.
[0006] Preferably, a stirring tank is fixed to one end of the soaking tank, and a stirring mechanism is provided through the bottom end of the stirring tank. The stirring mechanism includes a rotating shaft rotatably connected to the bottom end of the stirring tank, a first gear is fixed to the bottom end of the rotating shaft, a second gear is fixed to the outer wall of the rotating rod, the first gear and the second gear mesh with each other, and multiple stirring rods are fixed to the outer wall of the rotating shaft inside the stirring tank.
[0007] Preferably, a water pump is installed inside the mixing tank, and the outlet of the water pump is fixedly connected to a connecting pipe, which passes through the mixing tank and is fixedly connected to the soaking tank.
[0008] Preferably, a first liquid level sensor is installed inside the soaking tank, a second liquid level sensor is installed inside the stirring tank, and a heating tube is installed inside the soaking tank.
[0009] Preferably, the top of the bucket lid is fixedly connected to an exhaust pipe, and a pressure gauge is installed on the exhaust pipe.
[0010] Preferably, a controller is installed on one side of the soaking tank, and the controller is electrically connected to a motor, a water pump, a first liquid level sensor, a second liquid level sensor, a heating tube, and a pressure gauge.
[0011] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0012] By placing willow twigs into the storage rack and then placing the lid on top of the soaking tank, the motor is activated. The motor drives a rotating rod, which in turn rotates a turntable, which in turn rotates a connecting block. Since push rods are fixed to both sides of the moving component, and these push rods are restricted to left and right movement by the mounting frame, the moving component moves left and right under the influence of the connecting block. This, in turn, moves the limiting frame left and right, causing the placement rack to move left and right. The continuous movement of the willow twigs helps improve the contact efficiency between the liquid and the twigs, allowing the soaking solution to penetrate the willow twigs more quickly, thus accelerating the softening process. Compared to static soaking, the moved willow twigs absorb water and softening components more quickly, shortening the softening time. Attached Figure Description
[0013] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;
[0014] Figure 2 This is a cross-sectional view of the soaking tank of this utility model;
[0015] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the driving mechanism of this utility model;
[0016] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the stirring mechanism of this utility model.
[0017] In the diagram: 1. Soaking tank; 2. Tank lid; 3. Placement rack; 4. Storage rack; 5. Limiting frame; 6. Pushing mechanism; 601. Fixing frame; 602. Rotating rod; 603. Motor; 604. Turntable; 605. Moving part; 606. Connecting block; 607. Push rod; 7. Stirring mechanism; 701. Rotating shaft; 702. Stirring rod; 703. First gear; 704. Second gear; 8. Stirring box; 9. Exhaust pipe. Detailed Implementation
[0018] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.
[0019] Traditional willow weaving art is widely distributed in my country. Among the more famous willow weaving styles are Boxing willow weaving, Linshu willow weaving, Guangzong willow weaving, Hulianzhuang Yang family handmade willow weaving, Huoqiu willow weaving, Yandu willow weaving, Gu'an willow weaving, and Huanggang willow weaving. Before weaving with willow branches, the branches are softened and then dried before weaving.
[0020] like Figures 1-4 As shown, this utility model provides a technical solution: a willow twig softening and soaking bucket, including a soaking bucket 1, a bucket lid 2 inserted into the top of the soaking bucket 1, a placement rack 3 slidably connected to the bottom of the bucket lid 2, multiple storage racks 4 fixed inside the placement rack 3, a limiting rack 5 slidably connected inside the soaking bucket 1, the placement rack 3 inserted into the limiting rack 5, a pushing mechanism 6 penetrating one end of the soaking bucket 1, the pushing mechanism 6 including a fixing frame 601 fixed to one end of the soaking bucket 1, a rotating rod 602 rotatably connected to one end of the fixing frame 601, and the other end of the fixing frame 601... A motor 603 is fixed at one end. The motor 603 passes through the fixing frame 601 and is fixed to the rotating rod 602. A turntable 604 is rotatably connected to the inner wall of one end of the soaking tank 1. The rotating rod 602 passes through the soaking tank 1 and is fixed to the turntable 604. Two mounting brackets are fixed to the inner wall of one end of the soaking tank 1. Push rods 607 are slidably connected in both mounting brackets. A moving part 605 is fixed between the two push rods 607. A connecting block 606 is fixed to one end of the turntable 604. The connecting block 606 slides in the moving part 605. The moving part 605 is fixed to the limiting frame 5.
[0021] It is important to note that by placing the willow twigs into the storage rack 4, then placing the lid 2 on top of the soaking tank 1, and subsequently starting the motor 603, the motor 603 drives the rotating rod 602 to rotate. The rotation of the rotating rod 602 drives the turntable 604 to rotate, which in turn drives the connecting block 606 to rotate. Since push rods 607 are fixed on both sides of the moving part 605, the push rods 607 are restricted by the mounting frame and can only move left and right. This causes the moving part 605 to move left and right under the action of the connecting block 606, thereby causing the limiting frame 5 to move left and right, and thus the placement rack 3 to move left and right. The continuous movement of the willow twigs helps to improve the contact efficiency between the liquid and the willow twigs, allowing the soaking liquid to penetrate into the willow twigs more quickly, thereby accelerating the softening process. Compared to static soaking, the moved willow twigs can absorb water and softening components more quickly, shortening the softening time.
[0022] like Figure 4 As shown, a stirring tank 8 is fixed to one end of the soaking tank 1, and a stirring mechanism 7 is provided through the bottom end of the stirring tank 8. The stirring mechanism 7 includes a rotating shaft 701 rotatably connected to the bottom end of the stirring tank 8. A first gear 703 is fixed to the bottom end of the rotating shaft 701, and a second gear 704 is fixed to the outer wall of the rotating rod 602. The first gear 703 and the second gear 704 mesh with each other. Multiple stirring rods 702 are fixed to the outer wall of the rotating shaft 701 inside the stirring tank 8.
[0023] It should be noted that the rotation of the rotating rod 602 drives the second gear 704 to rotate, the rotation of the second gear 704 drives the first gear 703 to rotate, the rotation of the first gear 703 drives the rotating shaft 701 to rotate, and the rotation of the rotating shaft 701 drives the stirring rod 702 to rotate, stirring the softened liquid in the mixing tank 8, so that the softened liquid and water are mixed more evenly.
[0024] like Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a water pump is installed inside the mixing tank 8, and a connecting pipe is fixedly connected to the outlet of the water pump. The connecting pipe passes through the mixing tank 8 and is fixedly connected to the soaking tank 1. A first liquid level sensor is installed inside the soaking tank 1, a second liquid level sensor is installed inside the mixing tank 8, and a heating element is installed inside the soaking tank 1. An exhaust pipe 9 is fixedly connected to the top of the tank lid 2, and a pressure gauge is installed on the exhaust pipe 9. A controller is installed on one side of the soaking tank 1, and a temperature sensor is installed inside the soaking tank 1. The controller is electrically connected to the motor 603, the water pump, the first liquid level sensor, the second liquid level sensor, the heating element, the temperature sensor, and the pressure gauge.
[0025] It should be noted that the softened water level in the soaking tank 1 is detected by the first liquid level sensor. When the water level is lower than the preset low point, the sensor sends a low water level signal to the controller. Then the controller controls the water pump, which delivers the softened water from the mixing tank 8 to the soaking tank 1. When the water level reaches the preset point, the sensor sends a signal to the controller, which then controls the water pump to shut off. The water temperature in the soaking tank 1 is detected by the temperature sensor. In this solution, the electrical components are controlled by their associated peripheral controller, and the control circuit can be easily programmed by those skilled in the art. This is common knowledge in the field, and it is used without modification. Furthermore, since this utility model is mainly used to protect mechanical devices, the control method and circuit connection will not be explained in detail.
[0026] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended embodiments and their equivalents.
Claims
1. A wicker softening soaking vat comprising a soaking vat (1), characterized in that: A lid (2) is inserted into the top of the soaking tub (1), and a storage rack (3) is slidably connected to the bottom of the lid (2). Multiple storage racks (4) are fixed inside the storage rack (3). A limiting rack (5) is slidably connected inside the soaking tub (1), and the storage rack (3) is inserted into the limiting rack (5). A pushing mechanism (6) is provided through one end of the soaking tub (1). The pushing mechanism (6) includes a fixed frame (601) fixed to one end of the soaking tub (1). A rotating rod (602) is rotatably connected to one end of the fixed frame (601), and a motor (603) is fixed to the other end of the fixed frame (601). After passing through the fixed frame (601), it is fixed to the rotating rod (602). A turntable (604) is rotatably connected to the inner wall of one end of the soaking tank (1). After passing through the soaking tank (1), the rotating rod (602) is fixed to the turntable (604). Two mounting frames are fixed to the inner wall of one end of the soaking tank (1). Push rods (607) are slidably connected in both mounting frames. A moving part (605) is fixed between the two push rods (607). A connecting block (606) is fixed to one end of the turntable (604). The connecting block (606) slides in the moving part (605). The moving part (605) is fixed to the limiting frame (5).
2. The willow withy softening and soaking vat according to claim 1, characterized in that: One end of the soaking tank (1) is fixed with a stirring box (8), and a stirring mechanism (7) is provided through the bottom end of the stirring box (8). The stirring mechanism (7) includes a rotating shaft (701) rotatably connected to the bottom end of the stirring box (8). A first gear (703) is fixed to the bottom end of the rotating shaft (701), and a second gear (704) is fixed to the outer wall of the rotating rod (602). The first gear (703) and the second gear (704) mesh with each other. Multiple stirring rods (702) are fixed to the outer wall of the rotating shaft (701) inside the stirring box (8).
3. A softening vat according to claim 2, wherein: A water pump is installed inside the mixing tank (8), and the outlet of the water pump is fixedly connected to a connecting pipe. The connecting pipe passes through the mixing tank (8) and is fixedly connected to the soaking tank (1).
4. The willow withy softening and soaking vat according to claim 1, characterized in that: The soaking tank (1) is equipped with a first liquid level sensor, the stirring tank (8) is equipped with a second liquid level sensor, and the soaking tank (1) is equipped with a heating tube.
5. The willow withy softening and soaking vat according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the bucket lid (2) is fixedly connected to an exhaust pipe (9), and a pressure gauge is installed on the exhaust pipe (9).
6. The willow withy softening and soaking vat according to claim 1, characterized in that: A controller is installed on one side of the soaking tank (1), and the controller is electrically connected to the motor (603), water pump, first liquid level sensor, second liquid level sensor, heating tube and pressure gauge.
Citation Information
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Wicker softening mechanism
CN221583953U