Thin tube processing mechanism and animal frozen semen unfreezing device

Abstract

According to the thin tube processing mechanism and the animal frozen semen unfreezing device, a first transmission mechanism is connected through a fixing plate, a cutting module conducts cutting in a mutual attaching mode, a thin tube is cut in a clamping mode, and the problem that the thin tube shakes in the cutting process is avoided; after the number of frozen fine tubes needed by each first tank body is determined, a clamping device firstly clamps one fine tube, water on the surface of the fine tube is wiped off after water bath unfreezing operation is conducted on the fine tube, then the fine tube is cut off, the fine tube is clamped through a clamping assembly, and the fine tube is moved to the position between a movable plate and a bearing plate after being vertically moved. When animal frozen semen in the thin tube needs to be transferred, the whole thin tube processing mechanism is moved to the position above the receiving mechanism to conduct cutting operation, the arrangement mode needs a small space, meanwhile, unfreezing time can be controlled, the thin tube processing mechanism is vertically moved into the cutting device in the vertical direction to be cut after unfreezing, and after the thin tube is cut, the thin tube processing mechanism is moved to the position above the receiving mechanism to conduct cutting operation. Blowing the unfrozen animal frozen semen in the slim tube into the first tank body filled with the diluent, and circulating until the slim tube required by each bottle of the first tank body is reached; and then the operation of the next bottle is carried out.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of animal frozen semen thawing technology, specifically relating to a thin tube processing mechanism and an animal frozen semen thawing device. Background Technology

[0002] Animal frozen semen includes boar semen, bovine semen, and chicken semen. In artificial insemination, sperm is stored in two ways: liquid storage and cryopreservation. The limitation of liquid sperm is its short shelf life, approximately 7 days, while cryopreserved sperm can be stored for decades. Cryopreservation is a fundamental and essential technology for laboratory and field genetic optimization. The challenge of cryopreserving boar semen lies in its weak cryoprotectivity compared to sperm from other livestock, such as bovine or even human sperm. As highlighted in the literature "Bailey JL, Lessard C, Jacques J, Breque C, Dobrinski I, Zeng W, Galantino-Homer HL, 2008: Cryopreservation of boar semen and its future importance to the industry. Theriogenology 70, 1251-1259," the cryopreservation of boar semen and its future importance to the industry are crucial. Therefore, cryoprotectants and handling procedures for boar semen have been optimized year after year, leading the industry in the United States, Europe, and Japan. To date, the commercial supply chain for cryopreserved boar semen consists of three work units in sequence: 1) collecting and cryopreserving semen at boar stations; 2) logistics-cold chain transporting the cryopreserved semen to customer breeding farms; and 3) at the breeding farm, thawing the semen and performing the insemination process by trained breeding technicians.

[0003] The optimal thawing procedure involves two steps: first, removing the sample from liquid nitrogen; then, thawing it for 10-15 seconds in a water bath at a high temperature (50-70°C), a relatively short thawing time; and finally, warming it to 26-37°C before artificial insemination to achieve optimal sperm motility. Typically, animal sperm only thaws at 37°C. Therefore, the 12-second warming phase at 50-60°C is crucial for maintaining sperm motility. Under these conditions, the frozen semen thaws in a thin tube, but the temperature does not exceed 26-28°C.

[0004] Currently, in the process of handling boar semen, suppliers of cryopreserved boar sperm cannot control the subsequent thawing process. Improper handling on pig farms may result in a significant number of cryopreserved sperm failing to survive the thawing process. Furthermore, genetic screening requires rigorous data collection. Insufficiently skilled labor not only damages samples but also affects the reliability of the data and the traceability of the biological samples.

[0005] Meanwhile, pig semen freezing technology is indispensable for breeding superior pig breeds and ensuring biosafety and stability. However, due to the fragile freeze resistance of pig semen, the requirements for cryoprotectants and the freezing and thawing processes are more stringent. Therefore, it is necessary to develop an animal frozen semen thawing device. Utility Model Content

[0006] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a thin tube processing mechanism and an animal frozen semen thawing device to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. A first transmission mechanism is connected via a fixed plate, and the cutting modules cut the semen by mutual contact. This cutting method is easy to implement, requires less space, and cuts the thin tube by clamping, avoiding the problem of the thin tube shaking during the cutting process. The system includes manual preparation and automated operation. The manual preparation specifically involves placing the thin tube containing the animal frozen semen to be thawed into a freezing tank. Inside the freezing tank, the first frame is rotated until the second and third magnetic suction parts magnetically attract each other, causing the thin tube fixing seat to be tilted. At this point, the first frame is nearly horizontal. Then… The second frame is rotated to create space between it and the first frame for installing thin tubes. Thin tubes are then installed on the first frame, each corresponding to a tube mounting slot. The second frame is then rotated a certain angle to reduce the space between the two frames, thus restricting the movement of the thin tubes. The tube holder is then rotated until the second magnetic part magnetically attracts the first magnetic part, maintaining a vertical position. This ensures the tube holder is vertically installed in the freezing tank, preparing for subsequent automated vertical clamping operations. Simultaneously, the temperature control component preheats the first tank.

[0007] The automated process includes: determining the number of frozen semen tubes required for each first tank; the gripping device first grips one tube, performs a water bath thawing operation on the tube, wipes the surface of the tube dry, and then cuts the tube. The tube is then held by the gripping assembly and moved vertically between the movable plate and the support plate. When it is necessary to transfer the animal semen from the tube, the entire tube processing mechanism moves above the receiving mechanism for cutting, facilitating subsequent transfer of the animal semen. This arrangement requires less space and allows for better control of thawing time. After thawing, the tube is moved vertically to the vertical cutting device. When it is necessary to transfer the animal semen from the tube, the entire tube processing mechanism moves above the receiving mechanism for cutting. After the tube is cut, the thawed animal semen is blown or gently tapped onto the surface of the tube, thus transferring the thawed animal semen into the first tank containing diluent. This cycle continues until the required number of tubes for each first tank is reached; then the process proceeds to the next tank.

[0008] To achieve the above-mentioned objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows:

[0009] A thin tube processing mechanism includes a cutting device, which comprises a fixed plate, a first transmission mechanism connected to the fixed plate, and cutting modules that are driven by the first transmission mechanism and cut the thin tube by mutual contact. The cutting modules move in opposite directions to clamp the thin tube. The fixed plate connects the cutting module to the first transmission mechanism, and the mutual contact of the cutting modules facilitates cutting. This cutting method is easy to implement, requires less space, and the clamping method prevents the thin tube from shaking during the cutting process.

[0010] Preferably, the cutting module includes a movable plate that is drivenly connected to the first transmission mechanism, and a support plate disposed between the movable plate and the fixed plate and capable of abutting against the movable plate that moves in the opposite direction. The movable plate moves toward the support plate, causing the support plate and the movable plate to clamp together and cut the thin tube.

[0011] Preferably, the movable plate is equipped with a turntable; the turntable is located on one side perpendicular to the direction of movement of the movable plate. The turntable is used to cut the thin tube, and its location on one side of the movable plate allows it to move with the movable plate and cooperate with the support plate to perform clamping and cutting operations.

[0012] Preferably, the movable plate is provided with a first clamping arm that cooperates with the support plate to perform a clamping action; the first clamping arm is located on the outer side of the turntable and is located on the same side of the movable plate as the turntable. The first clamping arm is positioned with one side facing the support plate, allowing it to move with the movable plate. After moving a certain distance, the first clamping arm cooperates with the support plate to clamp the thin tube on the side facing the movable plate. The turntable is located inside the first clamping arm, so that during the clamping process, the turntable cuts the thin tube, providing a force point for cutting and thus improving the stability of the thin tube cutting process.

[0013] Preferably, the support plate is provided with a first groove that facilitates cooperation with the first clamping arm to fix the cut thin tube. The first groove is oriented towards the first clamping arm. The first groove is provided, and its shape is adapted to the shape of the thin tube, making the clamping process more stable and improving the stability of the thin tube cutting process.

[0014] Preferably, the first transmission mechanism includes a first motor fixedly connected to the fixed plate and a first lead screw drivenly connected to the first motor; the first lead screw is threadedly connected to the movable plate. The connection between the first motor and the first lead screw, along with the threaded connection between the first lead screw and the movable plate, allows the movable plate to move back and forth relative to the first motor, thereby cooperating with the support plate to complete the clamping and cutting process.

[0015] Preferably, a first threaded connection portion is fixedly provided on the side of the movable plate away from the first motor, which is threaded to the first lead screw. The threaded connection between the first threaded connection portion and the first lead screw allows the first motor to drive the movable plate, thereby enabling the movable plate to move relative to the support plate.

[0016] Preferably, the fixed plate is provided with a first guide post penetrating through the support plate and the movable plate; the first guide post is arranged parallel to the first lead screw; the first guide posts are grouped together with the first lead screw as the axis of symmetry. Specifically, the first guide post is movably connected to the support plate and the movable plate. The fixed plate is fixedly connected to the first guide post, and the first guide post penetrates through the movable plate and the support plate. Furthermore, the first guide posts are grouped together, thereby restricting the movable plate and the support plate to move only back and forth relative to the first motor, limiting the movement path provided by the support plate and the movable plate, and improving the stability of the clamping and cutting process.

[0017] Preferably, a first limiting block is provided at the end of the first guide post near the movable plate. Specifically, the first limiting block is provided at the end of the first guide post away from the first motor. The first limiting block limits one end of the movable plate, preventing the movable plate from moving too far and coming off the track.

[0018] Preferably, the fixing plate is provided with a second guide post penetrating the support plate; the second guide post is movably connected to the support plate; the second guide posts are arranged in groups with the first lead screw as the axis of symmetry. The fixing plate being provided with the second guide post penetrating the support plate allows the support plate to move within the restricted movement direction of the second guide post, preventing the support plate from swaying during movement.

[0019] Preferably, the movable plate is provided with a third guide post penetrating the support plate; the end of the third guide post near the first motor is provided with a second limiting block, allowing the support plate to move with the movable plate. By providing the third guide post, which penetrates the support plate, the movable plate and the support plate are brought into contact, and the movable plate further moves towards the first motor. Thus, with the support plate in contact with the movable plate and limited by the first and second guide posts, the movable plate moves towards one side of the fixed plate. When it is necessary to return to the initial position, the first motor reverses, thereby driving the movable plate. After the movable plate moves a certain distance away from the first motor, due to the third guide post and the second limiting block, the support plate is moved under the action of the second limiting block, maintaining a certain distance between the movable plate and the support plate, thus returning to the initial state.

[0020] Preferably, the thin tube processing mechanism further includes a clamping device, and the moving path of the cutting module intersects the vertical moving path of the clamping device. This facilitates the cutting of the thin tube. The clamping device moves vertically and intersects the moving path of the cutting module, so that when one end of the clamping device moves into the range of the cutting module, the thin tube is cut. This operation method requires less space.

[0021] Preferably, the clamping device and the cutting device are both connected to the second moving component in a transmission manner, and the clamping device and the cutting device have the same fixed position as a whole; so that both the clamping device and the cutting device can be driven by the second moving component to move.

[0022] Preferably, the clamping device includes a second transmission mechanism and a clamping assembly that is driven by the second transmission mechanism to move vertically and clamp the thin tube. The clamping assembly is driven by the second transmission mechanism, and under the driving action of the second transmission mechanism, the clamping assembly moves vertically to clamp the thin tube and move the thin tube, thereby completing the cutting and transfer action.

[0023] Preferably, the gripping assembly has an extended gripper at its end, with the end of the extended gripper facing between the support plate and the movable plate in the initial state.

[0024] The vertical projection of the extended gripper gripping the thin tube overlaps with the vertical projection of the first groove; the gripping component is an electric gripper; the extended gripper is provided to extend into a deeper space; the extended gripper is provided to allow the gripping device to grip a larger area, making it easier to grip the thin tube deep into the space, and at the same time the extended gripper can extend between the support plate and the movable plate to avoid larger modules being placed between the support plate and the movable plate, thus affecting the operation of the cutting device.

[0025] Preferably, the second transmission mechanism includes a first fixed platform, a second motor fixedly mounted on the first fixed platform, a second lead screw connected to the second motor, a first slider threaded to the second lead screw, and a first slide bar movably connected to the first slider; the end of the first slider away from the first slide bar is connected to a clamping assembly; the first slide bar is fixedly mounted on the first fixed platform; the first fixed platform is vertically oriented.

[0026] The first fixed platform is set vertically, allowing the gripping device to move vertically to grip and transfer the thin tube.

[0027] Preferably, the path of the extended gripper's vertical movement intersects with the movement paths of the turntable and the first gripper arm. When the extended gripper grasps the thin tube and moves it within the range of motion of the movable plate and the support plate, the turntable and the first gripper arm move, and the cutting and clamping operations are performed at the intersection of the paths.

[0028] An animal frozen semen thawing device includes a capillary processing mechanism as described above and a thawing component, wherein the thawing component is disposed below the capillary processing mechanism.

[0029] Preferably, the defrosting assembly includes a heating assembly and a heat exchange medium disposed within the heating assembly for defrosting the inserted thin tube. The heating assembly has a heating chamber that accommodates the heat exchange medium. The heating assembly and heat exchange medium allow the thin tube inserted into the heat exchange medium via a clamping device to undergo defrosting. This method is easy to implement, and the heat exchange medium within the defrosting assembly immerses and exchanges heat with the clamped thin tube, promoting uniform heat exchange and improving the stability of the defrosting process. Simultaneously, the surface of the thin tube needs to be wiped dry after water bath defrosting.

[0030] Preferably, a grid is provided inside the heating chamber, and the outer surface of the grid is in contact with the heat exchange medium. The grid is fixed.

[0031] Preferably, the animal frozen semen thawing device further includes a storage device. The storage device is provided for cryopreserving the capillary tubes, which are stored using liquid nitrogen as a cooling medium.

[0032] Preferably, the freezing tank is provided with a tube holder for fixing the tube. The tube holder secures the tube, facilitating cooling and storage in liquid nitrogen and preventing the tube from being unsupported and difficult to handle in the freezing tank.

[0033] Preferably, the freezing tank is provided with a first magnetic attraction part and a third magnetic attraction part, and the thin tube fixing seat is provided with a second magnetic attraction part that can be magnetically attracted to the first magnetic attraction part or the third magnetic attraction part to fix the thin tube fixing seat in the freezing tank. Specifically, the first magnetic attraction part is a magnet box, and the second magnetic attraction part is a magnetic attraction piece; the first magnetic attraction part is provided in the freezing tank, and the thin tube fixing seat is correspondingly provided with a second magnetic attraction part that can be magnetically attracted to the first magnetic attraction part, so that the thin tube fixing seat can be vertically fixed in the freezing tank. The connection and fixation are achieved by magnetic attraction, which has strong connection stability. At the same time, when it is necessary to check the condition of the thin tube, due to the magnetic attraction, a corresponding force is applied to separate the first magnetic attraction part and the second magnetic attraction part, so that the thin tube fixing seat can be separated from the first magnetic attraction part, which is convenient for inspection or switching to the state of installing the thin tube.

[0034] Preferably, the first magnetic suction part is vertically and symmetrically arranged on both sides of the freezing tank; the second magnetic suction part is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the thin tube fixing seat. One or more sets of the second magnetic suction part are provided; the symmetrical arrangement of the first and second magnetic suction parts ensures that the thin tube fixing seat can be stably fixed in the freezing tank during the magnetic suction fixing process, making it convenient for the clamping device to clamp the thin tube.

[0035] Preferably, a first fixing frame is provided inside the freezing tank, and the first magnetic part is fixedly mounted on the first fixing frame. The first fixing frame provides a fixed position for the first magnetic part.

[0036] Preferably, the animal frozen semen thawing device further includes a tapping device or a blowing device for gently flicking the thin tube. The tapping device or blowing device for gently flicking the thin tube delivers the thawed animal frozen semen to the outside of the thin tube.

[0037] Preferably, the blowing device is fixedly mounted on the fixed plate, and the moving path of the blowing device intersects with the moving path of the clamping device. Specifically, the moving path of the blowing device intersects with the moving path of the extended jaw; the blowing device is connected to the fixed plate, and its moving path intersects with the clamping device. A clamping device is provided on one side of the fixed plate. The clamping assembly clamps the thin tube and can move vertically, with one end of the extended jaw extending towards the movable plate. When the extended jaw is below, the blowing device extends, so that the vertical projection of the blowing device overlaps with the extended jaw, allowing the blowing device to perform a blowing operation on the thin tube, thereby delivering the thawed animal semen to the outside of the thin tube.

[0038] Preferably, the blowing device includes a blowing connector. The blowing connector is used to blow air through one end of the thin tube, transferring the frozen animal semen inside the tube to the outside. This transfer method is simple, efficient, and easy to implement.

[0039] Preferably, the blowing device further includes a third transmission mechanism connected to the fixed plate and for moving the blowing head. The third transmission mechanism controls the movement of the blowing head, extending it to overlap with the extended gripper in its vertical projection when blowing operation is required.

[0040] Preferably, the third transmission mechanism includes an electromagnet connected to a fixed plate and an electromagnet push rod connected to the electromagnet, the electromagnet push rod being connected to a blowing connector. The electromagnet is fixedly connected to the fixed plate via a first mounting plate. The third transmission mechanism consists of multiple modules and is mounted on the fixed plate, occupying a small volume and avoiding interference with the operation of other mechanisms.

[0041] Preferably, the end of the blowing connector near the fixed plate is connected to a fourth guide post, which penetrates the fixed plate. The fourth guide post and the fixed plate are clearance-fitted, and the fourth guide posts are arranged in groups; in this technical solution, one group is used. The fourth guide post, penetrating the fixed plate, makes the movement of the blowing connector more stable and avoids shaking during movement.

[0042] Preferably, the animal frozen semen thawing device further includes a receiving mechanism for receiving animal frozen semen transported to the outside. The receiving mechanism is provided to receive animal frozen semen transferred to the outside of the capillary tube. The receiving mechanism is located at a low position to facilitate vertical transfer of the animal frozen semen.

[0043] Preferably, the receiving mechanism includes one or more first tanks. The first tanks are configured to receive frozen animal semen transferred to the outside of the capillary tube;

[0044] Preferably, the animal frozen semen thawing device further includes a moving mechanism, which comprises a first moving component and a second moving component with mutually perpendicular moving paths; the second moving component is connected to a clamping device and a cutting device. By setting up the moving mechanism, the thin tube processing mechanism is moved to correspond to different processing steps, such as thawing and transfer, thereby achieving automated processing and effectively avoiding errors caused by human operation.

[0045] Preferably, along the vertical projection of the animal frozen semen thawing device, the projection of the movement range of the first and second moving components overlaps with the locations of the thawing component, storage device, water absorption component, air source device, receiving mechanism, and collection frame. This allows the moving components to drive the thin tube processing mechanism to cover multiple devices or mechanisms, avoiding interference between mechanisms, providing a large movement range coverage, high operational flexibility, and requiring less space.

[0046] Preferably, the animal frozen semen thawing device further includes a frame; the first moving component includes a second slide bar fixedly connected to the frame, a second slider movably connected to the second slide bar, a third motor, and a third lead screw threaded to the second slider and driven by the third motor; the second slide bar is fixedly connected to a second fixed platform, and the second fixed platform is fixedly mounted on the frame.

[0047] The second moving component includes a third fixed platform fixedly connected to the second slider, a fourth motor and a third slide bar fixedly connected to the third fixed platform, a third slider movably connected to the third slide bar, and a fourth lead screw threaded to the third slider and driven by the fourth motor.

[0048] Preferably, a camera module is mounted on the frame, and the camera module is positioned facing the cutting device. The camera module facilitates observation of the cutting process.

[0049] This application has achieved beneficial technical effects:

[0050] This utility model connects the first transmission mechanism through a fixed plate, and the cutting modules cut by mutual contact. This cutting method is easy to implement, requires less space, and cuts the thin tube by clamping, thus avoiding the problem of the thin tube shaking during the cutting process.

[0051] The process includes both manual preparation and automated operation. The manual preparation involves placing the capillary tubes containing the frozen animal semen to be thawed into the freezing tank. Inside the tank, the first frame is rotated until the second and third magnetic suction parts magnetically attract each other, tilting the capillary tube holder. At this point, the first frame is nearly horizontal. Next, the second frame is rotated to create space between it and the first frame for installing the capillary tubes. Each capillary tube is installed in its corresponding slot on the first frame. The second frame is then rotated at a certain angle to reduce the space between the first and second frames, restricting the capillary tubes within this space. The capillary tube holder is then rotated until the second and first magnetic suction parts magnetically attract each other, maintaining a vertical position within the freezing tank. This prepares the tank for the subsequent automated vertical clamping action using a gripping device, facilitating the automated process of clamping the capillary tubes. Simultaneously, the temperature control unit preheats the first tank.

[0052] The automated process includes: determining the number of frozen semen tubes required for each first tank; the gripping device first grips one tube, performs a water bath thawing operation on the tube, wipes the surface of the tube dry, and then cuts the tube; the gripping assembly holds the tube and moves it vertically between the movable plate and the support plate; when it is necessary to transfer the animal frozen semen inside the tube, the entire tube processing mechanism moves above the receiving mechanism for cutting. This arrangement requires less space and is conducive to controlling the thawing time. After thawing, the tube is moved vertically to the vertical cutting device for cutting. After the tube is cut, the thawed animal frozen semen inside the tube is blown or gently flicked to transfer it to the first tank containing diluent. This cycle is repeated until the required number of tubes for each first tank is reached; then the operation of the next tank is carried out. Attached Figure Description

[0053] Figure 1 The image shown is one of the structural schematic diagrams of this utility model;

[0054] Figure 2 The second schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model is shown.

[0055] Figure 3 The third schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model is shown;

[0056] Figure 4 The fourth schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model is shown.

[0057] Figure 5 The diagram shown is a top view of the present invention.

[0058] Figure 6 As shown Figure 5 A schematic diagram of the local state;

[0059] Figure 7 The image shown is one of the structural schematic diagrams of the capillary processing mechanism of this utility model;

[0060] Figure 8 The second schematic diagram shows the structure of the thin tube processing mechanism of this utility model;

[0061] Figure 9 The third schematic diagram of the thin tube processing mechanism of this utility model is shown.

[0062] Figure 10 The fourth schematic diagram shows the structure of the capillary processing mechanism of this utility model;

[0063] Figure 11 The diagram shown is an exploded view of the capillary processing mechanism of the present invention.

[0064] Figure 12 The image shown is one of the exploded structural diagrams of the defrosting assembly;

[0065] Figure 13 The second diagram shows the exploded structure of the defrosting component;

[0066] Figure 14 The diagram shown is a schematic of the gas source device.

[0067] Figure 15 The diagram shown is a top view of the storage device.

[0068] Figure 16 As shown Figure 15 A schematic diagram of the AA-direction cross-section structure;

[0069] Figure 17 As shown Figure 15 Schematic diagram of the BB-direction cross-section structure;

[0070] Figure 18 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the storage device.

[0071] Figure 19 The diagram shown is a schematic representation of the exploded structure of the storage device.

[0072] Figure 20 This is one of the schematic diagrams of the assembly structure of the defrosting component;

[0073] Figure 21 This is the second schematic diagram of the assembly structure of the defrosting component;

[0074] Figure 22 This is one of the schematic diagrams of the installation structure of the striking device;

[0075] Figure 23 This is the second schematic diagram of the installation structure of the striking device;

[0076] Figure 24 This is a schematic diagram of the installation process of the thin tube on the thin tube holder.

[0077] Figure Labels

[0078] 1-Cutting device; 11-Fixing plate; 10-First transmission mechanism; 12-Modible plate; 13-Bearing plate; 121-Turntable; 122-First clamping arm; 131-First groove; 101-First motor; 102-First lead screw; 123-First threaded joint; 111-First guide post; 1111-First limiting block; 112-Second guide post; 124-Third guide post; 1241-Second limiting block; 2-Clamping device ; 15-Thin tube; 21-Second transmission mechanism; 22-Gripping assembly; 23-Extended gripper; 211-First fixed platform; 212-Second motor; 213-Second lead screw; 214-First slider; 215-First slide bar; 3-Defrosting assembly; 31-Heating assembly; 32-Heating cavity; 321-Grid; 322-Spiral assembly; 4-Storage device; 41-Freezing tank; 40-Roller; 42-Thin tube fixing seat; 43 - First magnetic suction unit; 421- Second magnetic suction unit; 44- Baffle; 45- First fixing frame; 5- Blowing device; 51- Blowing connector; 52- Electromagnet; 53- Electromagnet push rod; 55- Fourth guide column; 56- Air source device; 561- Air pump; 562- Air tank; 563- Overflow valve; 564- Solenoid valve; 6- Water absorption assembly; 61- Second fixing frame; 62- Water-absorbing sponge; 7- Receiving mechanism; 71- First tank body; 72-Thermostatic component; 73-Metal bath plate; 74-Collection frame; 8-Moving mechanism; 81-First moving component; 82-Second moving component; 14-Frame; 811-Second slide bar; 812-Second slider; 813-Third motor; 814-Third lead screw; 815-Second fixed platform; 821-Third fixed platform; 823-Third slide bar; 824-Third slider; 825-Fourth lead screw; 141-Camera module. Detailed Implementation

[0079] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the specific implementation methods of this utility model will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the drawings described below are merely some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings and other implementation methods can be obtained based on these drawings without any creative effort.

[0080] The technical solution of this utility model will be described in detail below with specific embodiments.

[0081] The technical solution of the present invention will be described in detail below with specific embodiments.

[0082] Example 1

[0083] Reference Figures 1 to 21 As shown, a thin tube processing mechanism includes a cutting device 1. The cutting device 1 includes a fixing plate 11, a first transmission mechanism 10 connected to the fixing plate 11, and cutting modules that are driven by the first transmission mechanism 10 and cut by mutual contact. The cutting modules move in opposite directions to clamp the thin tube. The fixing plate 11 connects to the first transmission mechanism 10, and the cutting modules cut by mutual contact. This cutting method is easy to implement, requires less space, and the clamping method prevents the thin tube 15 from shaking during the cutting process.

[0084] The cutting module includes a movable plate 12 that is connected to the first transmission mechanism 10, and a support plate 13 that is disposed between the movable plate 12 and the fixed plate 11 and can be in contact with the movable plate 12 that moves in the opposite direction. The movable plate 12 moves and moves toward the support plate 13, so that the support plate 13 and the movable plate 12 are clamped together to cut the thin tube 15.

[0085] The movable plate 12 is equipped with a turntable 121; the turntable 121 is located on one side perpendicular to the moving direction of the movable plate 12. The turntable 121 is set to cut the thin tube 15, and is set on one side of the movable plate 12 so that the turntable 121 can move with the movable plate 12 and cooperate with the support plate 13 to perform clamping and cutting operations.

[0086] The movable plate 12 is provided with a first clamping arm 122 that can cooperate with the support plate 13 to perform a clamping action. The first clamping arm 122 is located on the outside of the turntable 121 and is located on the same side of the movable plate 12 as the turntable 121. The first clamping arm 122 is provided with one side facing the support plate 13, so that the first clamping arm 122 moves with the movable plate 12. After moving to a certain distance, it cooperates with the support plate 13 to clamp the thin tube 15 on the side facing the movable plate 12. The turntable 121 is located on the inside of the first clamping arm 122. During the clamping process, the turntable 121 cuts the thin tube 15, providing a force point for cutting, thereby improving the stability of the thin tube 15 cutting process.

[0087] Specifically, the portion of the first clamping arm 122 that is not connected to the movable plate 12 is located on the outer side of the turntable 121;

[0088] The turntable 121 is connected to a rotating mechanism that enables it to rotate and complete the cutting action; the rotating mechanism includes a fifth motor 125 connected to the movable plate 12 and a transmission shaft 126 connected to the fifth motor 125, and the transmission shaft 126 is coaxially connected to the turntable 121; the fifth motor 125 and the transmission shaft 126 are arranged vertically, and the turntable 121 is respectively arranged at the upper and lower ends near the movable plate, and the effective part of the first clamping arm 122 for clamping the thin tube is arranged on the outside of the turntable 121.

[0089] The turntable 121, the fifth motor 125, and the transmission shaft 126 are vertically arranged on one side of the movable plate 12. Specifically, the transmission shaft is installed through one side of the movable plate 12. A coupling 127 is provided between the fifth motor 125 and the transmission shaft 126. The movable plate 12 is provided with a pipe cutter bracket 128, which is connected to the fifth motor 125.

[0090] The drive shaft 126 passes through one side of the movable plate 12, allowing the drive shaft 126 and the movable plate 12 to be mounted on the same plane; the bearing plate 13 is provided with a clearance groove 132 that intersects the moving path of the turntable 121.

[0091] The end of the first clamping arm 122 is located on the outer side of the turntable; the bearing plate 13 has a clearance groove 132 that does not overlap with the projection surface of the moving path of the first clamping arm 122. The location of the first groove 131 overlaps with the projection surface of the moving path of the first clamping arm 122.

[0092] Projected onto the moving direction of the turntable 121, the extending direction of the first groove 131 is perpendicular to the extending direction of the avoidance groove 21; during the movement, the rotating turntable 121 cuts the thin tube 15.

[0093] The support plate 13 is provided with a first groove 131 to facilitate cooperation with the first clamping arm 122 to fix the cut thin tube. The first groove 131 is oriented towards the first clamping arm 122. The first groove 131 is provided, and its shape is adapted to the shape of the thin tube 15, making the clamping process more stable and improving the stability of the thin tube 15 cutting process.

[0094] The first transmission mechanism 10 includes a first motor 101 fixedly connected to the fixed plate 11 and a first lead screw 102 drivenly connected to the first motor 101; the first lead screw 102 is threadedly connected to the movable plate 12. The connection between the first motor 101 and the first lead screw 102, along with the threaded connection between the first lead screw 102 and the movable plate 12, allows the movable plate 12 to move back and forth relative to the first motor 101, thereby cooperating with the support plate 13 to complete the clamping and cutting process.

[0095] The movable plate 12 is fixedly provided with a first threaded connection portion 123 on the side away from the first motor 101, which is threaded to the first lead screw 102. By threading the first lead screw portion 123 to the first lead screw 102, the first motor 101 can drive the movable plate 12, thereby allowing the movable plate 12 to move relative to the support plate 13.

[0096] The fixed plate 11 is provided with a first guide post 111 that penetrates the support plate 13 and the movable plate 12; the first guide post 111 is arranged parallel to the first lead screw 102; the first guide posts 111 are arranged in groups with the first lead screw 102 as the axis of symmetry. Specifically, the first guide post 111 is movably connected to the support plate 13 and the movable plate 12. The fixed plate 11 is fixedly connected to the first guide post 111, and the first guide post 111 penetrates the movable plate 12 and the support plate 13. At the same time, the first guide posts 111 are arranged in groups, thereby restricting the movable plate 12 and the support plate 13 to only move back and forth relative to the first motor 101, limiting the movement path provided by the support plate 13 and the movable plate 12, and improving the stability of the clamping and cutting process.

[0097] A first limiting block 1111 is provided at one end of the first guide post 111 near the movable plate 12. Specifically, the first limiting block 1111 is provided at the end of the first guide post 111 away from the first motor 101. The first limiting block 1111 is provided to limit one end of the movable plate 12 to prevent the movable plate 12 from moving too far and coming off the outside.

[0098] The fixing plate 11 is provided with a second guide post 112 penetrating the support plate 13; the second guide post 112 is movably connected to the support plate 13; the second guide posts 112 are arranged in groups with the first lead screw 102 as the axis of symmetry. The fixing plate 11 is provided with a second guide post 112 penetrating the support plate 13, so that the support plate 13 can move under the restriction of the movement direction of the second guide post 112, avoiding the problem of shaking of the support plate 13 during movement.

[0099] The movable plate 12 is provided with a third guide post 124 that penetrates the support plate 13; a second limiting block 1241 is provided at the end of the third guide post 124 that is close to the first motor 101, so that the support plate 13 can move with the movable plate 12. A third guide post 124 is provided, which penetrates the support plate 13. The third guide post 124 is movably connected to the support plate 13, so that the movable plate 12 is in contact with the support plate 13. The movable plate 12 then moves further toward the first motor 101. Thus, with the support plate 13 in contact with the movable plate 12 and under the constraints of the first guide post 111 and the second guide post 112, it moves and approaches one side of the fixed plate 11. When it is necessary to return to the initial position, the first motor 101 reverses, thereby driving the movable plate 12. After the movable plate 12 moves away from the first motor 101 by a certain distance, due to the provision of the third guide post 124 and the second limiting block 1241, the support plate 13 is driven to move under the action of the second limiting block 1241, so that the movable plate 12 and the support plate 13 maintain a certain distance and thus return to the initial state. Multiple guide posts are used to improve the stability of the cutting process and avoid errors caused by human operation. The movable plate 12 and the support plate 13 are clamped together and cooperate with the first clamping arm 122 and the turntable 121 to cut the thin tube 15. The response speed is fast, which helps to reduce the time required to cut the thin tube, thereby improving the efficiency and stability of transferring the thawed animal semen to the next process. The first guide post 111 is fixedly connected to the fixed plate 11 by a nut, and the third guide post 124 is fixedly connected to the movable plate 12 by a nut. The first guide post 111 and the third guide post 124 have internal steps that fit into the fixed plate 11 and the movable plate 12 respectively and are fixedly connected with nuts. The second guide post 112 is fixedly connected to the fixed plate 11 and movably connected to the support plate.

[0100] The movable plate 12 is provided with a bearing that fits onto the outer surface of the first guide post 111; the bearing plate 13 is provided with a bearing that fits onto the outer surface of the third guide post 124.

[0101] The aforementioned thin tube processing mechanism also includes a clamping device 2, the moving path of which intersects with the vertical moving path of the clamping device 2. This facilitates the cutting of the thin tube 15. The clamping device 2 moves vertically and intersects with the moving path of the cutting module. When one end of the clamping device 2 moves into the range of the cutting module, the thin tube 15 is cut. This operation method requires less space. The clamping assembly grips the thin tube, and after vertical movement, the thin tube enters the moving space between the movable plate and the support plate for cutting, keeping the thin tube vertical during cutting. The two mechanisms work together to improve processing efficiency and avoid the need for excessive time, which could affect the transfer of thawed animal semen.

[0102] Both the clamping device 2 and the cutting device 1 are connected to the second moving component for transmission, and the clamping device 2 and the cutting device 1 have the same fixed position as a whole; so that both the clamping device 2 and the cutting device 1 can be driven by the second moving component to move.

[0103] The clamping device 2 includes a second transmission mechanism 21 and a clamping assembly 22 that is connected to the second transmission mechanism 21 for vertical movement and clamping of the thin tube. The clamping assembly 22 is connected to the second transmission mechanism for vertical movement under the transmission action of the second transmission mechanism to clamp the thin tube 15 and move the thin tube 15, thereby completing the cutting and transfer action.

[0104] The clamping assembly 22 is provided with an extended gripper 23 at its end, and the end of the extended gripper 23 faces between the support plate 13 and the movable plate 12 in the initial state.

[0105] The vertical projection of the extended gripper 23 at the point where it grips the thin tube overlaps with the vertical projection of the first groove 131; the gripping component 22 is an electric gripper; the extended gripper is provided to extend into a deeper space; the extended gripper 23 is provided to allow the gripping device to grip a larger area, making it easier to grip the thin tube 15 deep into the space, and at the same time the extended gripper 23 can extend between the support plate and the movable plate to avoid larger modules being placed between the support plate and the movable plate, thus affecting the operation of the cutting device.

[0106] The second transmission mechanism 21 includes a first fixed platform 211, a second motor 212 fixedly mounted on the first fixed platform 211, a second lead screw 213 connected to the second motor 212, a first slider 214 threaded to the second lead screw 213, and a first slide bar 215 movably connected to the first slider 214. One end of the first slider 215 away from the first slide bar 215 is connected to the clamping assembly 22. The first slide bar 215 is fixedly mounted on the first fixed platform 211. The first fixed platform 211 is vertically oriented. The vertical orientation of the first fixed platform 211 allows the clamping device to perform vertical movement operations to clamp and transfer the thin tube 15.

[0107] The path of the extended gripper 23 moving vertically intersects the movement paths of the turntable 121 and the first gripper arm 122. When the extended gripper 23 grips the thin tube 15 and moves it within the range of motion of the movable plate 12 and the support plate 13, the turntable 121 and the first gripper arm 122 move, and cutting and clamping operations are performed at the intersection of the paths.

[0108] An animal frozen semen thawing device includes the aforementioned thin tube processing mechanism and a thawing component 3, wherein the thawing component 3 is disposed below the thin tube processing mechanism. The thawing assembly is located below the capillary tube processing mechanism. The capillary tube 15 is continuously clamped, facilitating thawing operations. After thawing, it moves vertically between the movable plate 12 and the support plate 13. When transferring the animal semen from the capillary tube 15, the entire capillary tube processing mechanism moves above the receiving mechanism 7 for cutting, facilitating subsequent transfer of the animal semen from the capillary tube 15. This arrangement requires less space and allows for better control of thawing time. After thawing, it moves vertically to the vertical cutting device 1. When transferring the animal semen from the capillary tube 15, if the capillary tube 15 has a lot of moisture on its surface after thawing via a water bath, it needs to be dried before proceeding to the cutting process. However, if the capillary tube 15 has no residue or little moisture on its surface after thawing, drying is unnecessary. The entire capillary tube processing mechanism then moves above the receiving mechanism 7 for cutting and transferring the animal semen to the receiving mechanism 7.

[0109] The defrosting assembly 3 includes a heating assembly 31 and a heat exchange medium disposed within the heating assembly 31 for defrosting the inserted thin tube. The heating assembly 31 is provided with a heating chamber 32 that accommodates the heat exchange medium. The heating assembly 31 and the heat exchange medium allow the thin tube 15, inserted into the heat exchange medium via the clamping device 2, to be defrosted. This operation is easy to implement, and the heat exchange medium within the defrosting assembly 3 immerses and heats the clamped thin tube 15, promoting uniform heat exchange and improving the stability of the defrosting process. Simultaneously, the thin tube 15 is vertically inserted into the heating chamber 32 and defrosted through the heat exchange medium. During defrosting, the clamping assembly can move the thin tube vertically and horizontally within the heating chamber 32. Once the defrosting time is met, the clamping assembly moves vertically in the opposite direction of insertion to extract the thin tube 15 from the heating assembly. This provides a fast response time, controllable defrosting time, and improved stability of the defrosting process, thereby enhancing the stability of the process for handling frozen animal semen.

[0110] The heat exchange medium is one of water, thermally conductive sand, thermally conductive oil, or thermally conductive organic solvent. The use of thermally conductive sand effectively prevents excessive moisture residue on the outer surface of the thin tube 15.

[0111] A handle 33 is provided on the outer periphery of the heating component 31. This facilitates the adjustment or placement of the heating component 31.

[0112] The animal frozen semen thawing device also includes a storage device 4. The storage device 4 is provided to freeze and preserve the capillary tube 15, and the capillary tube 15 is stored under liquid nitrogen as a cooling medium.

[0113] The storage device 4 is located on one side of the heating device 3.

[0114] The storage device 4 includes a freezing tank 41 and a cooling medium disposed within the freezing tank 41. The cooling medium is specifically liquid nitrogen; the freezing tank 41 is specifically an EPP foam box.

[0115] The bottom of the freezing tank 41 is provided with rollers 40. The rollers facilitate the movement of the freezing tank 41.

[0116] The freezing tank 41 is equipped with a tube fixing seat 42 for fixing the thin tube 15. The tube fixing seat 42 secures the thin tube, facilitating cooling and storage of the thin tube 15 in liquid nitrogen and preventing it from being unable to be easily gripped due to lack of a support mechanism. The thin tube 15 remains vertically upward within the freezing tank 41. This vertical orientation allows the clamping assembly to grip the thin tube and transfer it to the thawing assembly 3 located on one side of the freezing tank 41 for thawing. The vertical orientation of the thin tube 15 within the freezing tank 41 and its vertical insertion into the thawing assembly 3 avoids the need for flipping or other actions during transfer and thawing, improving efficiency. The shorter travel distance reduces the time required to move from the freezing tank 41 to the thawing assembly 3, minimizing the impact of the transfer process on the frozen semen and improving the stability of the thawing process. This avoids errors introduced by individual differences in thawing time during manual operation.

[0117] The freezing tank 41 is provided with a first magnetic attraction part 43 and a third magnetic attraction part 46. The thin tube fixing seat 42 is provided with a second magnetic attraction part 421 that can be magnetically attracted to the first magnetic attraction part 43 to fix the thin tube fixing seat 42 in the freezing tank 41. The upper ends of the first frame and the second frame are both provided with fourth magnetic attraction parts that can be magnetically attracted to each other to keep the first frame and the second frame in a vertical state. Specifically, the first magnetic attraction part 43 and the third magnetic attraction part are both magnet boxes, and the second magnetic attraction part 421 is a magnetic sheet. The freezing tank 41 is provided with the first magnetic attraction part 42, and the thin tube fixing seat 42 is correspondingly provided with the second magnetic attraction part 421 that can be magnetically attracted to the first magnetic attraction part 43, so that the thin tube fixing seat 42 can be vertically fixed in the freezing tank 41. When the second magnetic attraction part 421... When magnetically attracted to the third magnetic attraction part 46, the thin tube fixing seat 42 is in an inclined state; this facilitates the installation of the thin tube into the thin tube fixing seat 42, or it can be adjusted to a horizontal state as needed. The connection and fixation are achieved through magnetic attraction, resulting in strong connection stability. At the same time, when it is necessary to check the state of the thin tube 15, due to the magnetic attraction, a corresponding force is applied to separate the first magnetic attraction part 43 from the second magnetic attraction part 421, thereby separating the thin tube fixing seat 42 from the first magnetic attraction part 43, which facilitates inspection or switching to the state of installing the thin tube.

[0118] The first magnetic suction part 43 is vertically and symmetrically arranged on both sides of the freezing tank 41, and the third magnetic suction part 46 is obliquely and symmetrically arranged on both sides of the freezing tank 41. Projected vertically, the first magnetic suction part 43, the thin tube fixing seat 42, and the third magnetic suction part 46 are arranged sequentially. The second magnetic suction part 421 is symmetrically arranged on both sides of the thin tube fixing seat 42. One or more sets of the second magnetic suction part 421 are provided. The symmetrical arrangement of the first magnetic suction part 43, the second magnetic suction part 421, and the third magnetic suction part 46 ensures that the thin tube fixing seat 42 can be stably fixed in the freezing tank 41 during the magnetic suction fixing process, and that the thin tube fixing seat 42 can be vertically fixed, facilitating the clamping device to clamp the thin tube.

[0119] Specifically, the thin tube fixing base 42 includes a first frame 422 and a second frame 423 that fit together to support the thin tube 15. The first frame 422 is hinged to the first fixing frame 45, and the first frame 422 and the second frame 423 are hinged together. A second magnetic suction part 421 is disposed on the first frame 422. A baffle 44 is disposed below the first frame 422. The first frame 422 is provided with a fitting groove 424 and one or more thin tube mounting grooves 426 for accommodating the thin tube 15. The second frame 422... 3. A fitting block 425 is provided to fit into the fitting groove 424. The fitting groove 424 and the fitting block 425 are arranged in groups and multiple groups are provided. In this technical solution, two groups are provided. The first frame 422 is provided with a first through hole through the fitting groove 424 on both sides. The fitting block 425 is provided with a second through hole that is coaxial with the fitting groove 424 when it fits into the fitting groove 424. When the fitting groove 424 and the fitting block 425 fit into each other, a hinge post can be embedded in the first through hole and the second through hole to provide a hinge end between the first frame 422 and the second frame 423.

[0120] The second frame 423 is provided with a third through hole that is horizontally opposite to the thin tube mounting groove 426. The third through hole is equipped with a spring pin that can abut against the thin tube installed in the thin tube mounting groove 426, thereby improving the stability of the thin tube installation. When the first frame and the second frame are magnetically attracted to maintain a vertical state, the spring pin can abut against the side of the thin tube.

[0121] The thin tube 15 has its side contact with the thin tube mounting groove 426 and the side of the second frame 423 facing the first frame 422; one end of the thin tube 15 is in contact with the upper end of the baffle 44, so that when the thin tube 15 is in the vertical state of the thin tube fixing seat, it can only move from one side of the axial direction of the thin tube 15. In this technical solution, the free end of the thin tube 15 is selected as the upper end, and the vertical clamping action is performed in conjunction with the clamping device.

[0122] The specific operation includes manual preparation and automated processing of the capillary tubes after the manual preparation is completed. The manual preparation involves placing the capillary tube 15 containing the frozen animal semen to be thawed into the freezing tank 41. Within the freezing tank 41, the first frame 422 is rotated until the second magnetic suction part 421 and the third magnetic suction part 46 magnetically attract each other, causing the capillary tube fixing seat 42 to be tilted, at which point the first frame 422 is nearly horizontal. Then, the second frame 423 is rotated to create a certain space between the second frame 423 and the first frame 422 for installing the capillary tubes. The capillary tubes 15 are then installed on the first frame 422, with each capillary tube 15 correspondingly installed in the capillary tube mounting slot 426. The second frame 423 is rotated at a certain angle to reduce the space between the first frame 422 and the second frame 423, thereby restricting the thin tube between the first frame and the second frame. Then, the thin tube fixing seat 42 is rotated so that the second magnetic part and the first magnetic part are magnetically attracted to each other, thus maintaining a vertical setting. Since the baffle 44 is installed at the bottom of the first frame 422, the whole is placed vertically, so that the free end of the thin tube 15 is the upper end, and the second magnetic part 421 and the first magnetic part 43 are magnetically attracted to each other, so that the thin tube fixing seat 42 is vertically installed in the freezing tank 41, thus preparing for the subsequent automated vertical clamping action by the clamping device, so that the thin tube 15 can be clamped in the subsequent automated process operation.

[0123] A first fixing frame 45 is provided inside the freezing tank 41, and the first magnetic suction part 43 and the third magnetic suction part 46 are fixedly mounted on the first fixing frame 45. The first fixing frame 45 is provided so that the first magnetic suction part 43 and the third magnetic suction part 46 have fixed positions.

[0124] The animal frozen semen thawing device also includes a blowing device 5 or a tapping device to perform a light flicking motion on the thin tube. The blowing device 5 is set to transport the thawed animal frozen semen to the outside of the thin tube 15. Specifically, the clamping device clamps the thin tube vertically downward and places it in the thawing assembly 3 for thawing. After thawing, the clamping device moves vertically upward, moving the thin tube 15 into the cutting device's cutting range and keeping the thin tube in a clamped state. The specific thawing operation time is based on the thawing duration. After the thin tube processing mechanism is transferred to the top of the receiving mechanism 7, the cutting device cuts the thin tube 15 and clamps both ends of the cut thin tube 15. Then, the clamping device vertically moves the thin tube 15 to the effective blowing range of the blowing device 5, transferring the animal frozen semen in the thin tube 15 into the receiving mechanism.

[0125] The blowing device 5 is fixedly mounted on the fixed plate 11, and the moving path of the blowing device 5 intersects with the moving path of the clamping device 2. Specifically, the moving path of the blowing device 5 intersects with the moving path of the extended gripper 23; the blowing device 5 is connected to the fixed plate 11, and its moving path intersects with the clamping device 2. The clamping device 2 is provided on one side of the fixed plate 11. The clamping component 22 clamps the thin tube and can move vertically, and one end of the extended gripper 23 extends toward the movable plate 12. When the extended gripper 23 is below, the blowing device 5 extends out, so that the vertical projection of the blowing device 5 overlaps with the extended gripper 23, so that the blowing device 5 can perform a blowing operation on the thin tube, thereby delivering the thawed animal semen to the outside of the thin tube. After the frozen animal semen in the capillary tube is thawed by the thawing component 3, the second moving component drives the clamping component to move above the receiving mechanism 7 and completes the cutting. The blowing device 5 extends to blow the end of the capillary tube, so that the thawed frozen animal semen in the capillary tube 15 is transferred vertically downward, thus completing the transfer of the frozen animal semen in the capillary tube to the receiving mechanism 7. The transfer process is highly efficient, which helps to reduce the time required for the transfer process and improve the stability of the transfer process. This allows the thawed frozen animal semen to be transferred to the receiving mechanism 7 in a timely manner. After thawing, the thawed frozen animal semen is quickly transferred to the receiving mechanism for dilution, which can effectively reduce the damage of the cryogenic liquid to the thawed frozen animal semen.

[0126] The blowing device 5 includes a blowing connector 51. The blowing connector 51 is used to blow air through one end of the thin tube, transferring the frozen animal semen inside the tube to the outside. This transfer method is simple, efficient, and easy to implement.

[0127] The blowing device 51 also includes a third transmission mechanism connected to the fixed plate 11 and for moving the blowing connector 51. The third transmission mechanism is provided to control the movement of the blowing connector 52, which extends to overlap with the extended gripper 23 in its vertical projection when blowing operation is required.

[0128] The striking device is mounted on the fixed plate 11, wherein the moving path of the movable end of the striking device intersects the moving path of the clamping device 2. Specifically, the moving path of the movable end of the striking device intersects the moving path of the extended gripper 23; the clamping assembly 22 clamps the thin tube and can move vertically, and one end of the extended gripper 23 extends toward the movable plate 12. When the thin tube is at the intersection of the extension direction of the movable end of the striking device, the movable end of the striking device extends out and performs a light tapping action on the surface of the thin tube, causing the thawed animal semen inside the thin tube to fall, thereby transporting the thawed animal semen to the outside of the thin tube. After the frozen animal semen in the capillary tube 15 is thawed by the thawing component 3, the second moving component drives the clamping component to move above the receiving mechanism 7 and completes the cutting. The capillary tube 15 is then lightly flicked by the extension of the movable end of the tapping device, causing the thawed frozen animal semen in the capillary tube 15 to be transferred vertically downwards. This completes the transfer of the frozen animal semen in the capillary tube to the receiving mechanism 7. The transfer process is highly efficient, which helps to reduce the time required for the transfer process and improve the stability of the transfer process. This allows the thawed frozen animal semen to be transferred to the receiving mechanism 7 in a timely manner. After thawing, the thawed frozen animal semen is quickly transferred to the receiving mechanism 7 for dilution, which can effectively reduce the damage of the cryogenic liquid to the thawed frozen animal semen.

[0129] The striking device includes a striking component 57 and a fourth transmission mechanism for moving the striking component. The moving path of the striking component intersects with the moving path of the extended gripper 23. The fourth transmission mechanism enables the striking component to extend and retract, thus achieving a light tapping action on the surface of the thin tube. The implementation method is simple.

[0130] In addition, when preparing to cut the thin tube, the striking component can be controlled to continuously press against the surface of the thin tube, so that the thin tube is supported during the cutting process.

[0131] The fourth transmission mechanism includes an electromagnet 52 connected to the fixed plate 11 and an electromagnet push rod 53 connected to the electromagnet 52. The electromagnet push rod 53 is connected to the striking assembly. The electromagnet 52 is fixedly connected to the fixed plate 11 via a first mounting plate 54. The striking assembly 57 includes a column 571 connected to the electromagnet push rod 53. The column 571 is connected to the side of the electromagnet push rod 53 near the cutting device, specifically via a threaded connection. The movement path of the column 571 intersects with the movement path of the extended gripper. The electromagnet push rod 53 is also threadedly connected to a nut 572, which abuts against the side of the column 571 away from the cutting device.

[0132] The third transmission mechanism includes an electromagnet 52 connected to the fixed plate 11 and an electromagnet push rod 53 connected to the electromagnet 52. The electromagnet push rod 53 is connected to the blowing connector 51. The electromagnet 52 is fixedly connected to the fixed plate 11 via a first mounting plate 54. The third transmission mechanism consists of multiple modules and is mounted on the fixed plate, occupying a small volume and avoiding interference with the operation of other mechanisms.

[0133] The end of the blowing connector 51 near the fixed plate 11 is connected to a fourth guide post 55, which penetrates the fixed plate 11. The fourth guide post 55 and the fixed plate 11 are clearance-fitted. The fourth guide posts 55 are arranged in groups; in this technical solution, one group is used. The fourth guide post 55 penetrating the fixed plate 11 makes the movement of the blowing connector 51 more stable, preventing wobbling during movement.

[0134] The blowing device 5 also includes a gas source device 56 connected to the blowing connector 51 for supplying gas. The gas source device is provided to supply blowing gas to the blowing connector.

[0135] The air source device 56 includes an air pump 561, an air tank 562, an overflow valve 563, and a solenoid valve 564 connected in series. The output end of the solenoid valve 564 is connected to the blowing connector 51. The air source device 56 can provide a constant air pressure of 2 bar to the outside, which is used to cut the thin tube containing frozen animal semen such as pig semen and blow the pig semen to the outside.

[0136] The animal frozen semen thawing device also includes a water-absorbing component 6.

[0137] The absorbent assembly 6 includes a second fixing frame 61 and an absorbent sponge 62 mounted on the second fixing frame 61. Specifically, it also includes the following steps: after the clamping device places the thin tube 15 into the thawing assembly for thawing, the clamping device clamps the thin tube and raises it into the thin tube processing mechanism. The specific operation time is based on the thawing time. The thin tube processing mechanism is transferred as a whole above the absorbent sponge 62. The clamping device moves the thin tube downward so that the thin tube 15 is inserted into the absorbent sponge. The moisture on the surface of the thin tube is wiped off. After wiping off the surface moisture, the clamping device clamps the thin tube 15 into the thin tube processing mechanism and transfers it as a whole above the receiving mechanism 7 for further cutting, flicking, or blowing transfer operations. Wiping off the moisture on the surface of the thin tube 15 reduces the impact of subsequent transfer of animal frozen semen inside the thin tube 15.

[0138] The animal frozen semen thawing device also includes a receiving mechanism 7 for receiving animal frozen semen transported to the outside. The receiving mechanism 7 is provided to receive animal frozen semen transferred to the outside of the capillary tube. The receiving mechanism 7 is located at a low position to facilitate vertical transfer of the animal frozen semen.

[0139] The receiving mechanism 7 includes one or more first tanks 71. The first tanks 71 are configured to receive frozen animal semen transferred to the outside of the capillary tube; wherein a diluent is contained within the first tank 71.

[0140] The receiving mechanism 7 further includes a temperature control component 72, and the first tank 71 is disposed within the temperature control component 72. Heat exchange is performed to maintain a constant temperature.

[0141] The constant temperature component 72 is a metal bath heater, and a metal bath plate 73 is provided inside the metal bath heater. The first tank 71 is fitted onto the metal bath plate. The opening of the first tank 71 faces upward. The constant temperature component 72 preheats and maintains the temperature of the first tank 71, while using a metal bath for heating, thus avoiding the problem of moisture on the outer wall of the first tank 71 needing to be wiped off.

[0142] The animal frozen semen thawing device also includes a collection frame 74 for easy collection of the cut thin tubes. After the animal frozen semen is transferred, the thin tube processing mechanism moves onto the collection frame 74, and both the clamping device and the cutting device release the thin tubes 15, transferring the thin tubes into the collection frame 74.

[0143] The animal frozen semen thawing device also includes a moving mechanism 8, which comprises a first moving component 81 and a second moving component 82 with perpendicular moving paths. The second moving component 82 is connected to a clamping device 2 and a cutting device 1. The moving mechanism 8 drives the thin tube processing mechanism to move, thus accommodating different processing steps, such as thawing and transfer, achieving automated processing and effectively avoiding errors caused by human operation.

[0144] Along the vertical projection of the animal frozen semen thawing device, the projection of the movement range of the first moving component 81 and the second moving component 82 overlaps with the locations of the thawing component 3, storage device 4, water absorption component 6, air source device 56, receiving mechanism 7, and collection frame 74. This allows the moving component 8 to drive the capillary processing mechanism to cover multiple devices or mechanisms, avoiding interference between mechanisms, providing a large coverage area, high operational flexibility, and requiring less space; the moving position of the capillary processing mechanism falls within the vertical projection plane of each mechanism; and the vertically arranged dual moving tracks can fully cover each mechanism.

[0145] Along the top view projection of the animal frozen semen thawing device, a receiving mechanism 7 is provided on one side of the collection frame 74, a storage device 4 is provided below the collection frame 74, and a thawing component 3 is provided on one side of the storage device 4.

[0146] Projected in the forward-looking direction, the receiving mechanism 7 is positioned above the air source device 56.

[0147] The animal frozen semen thawing device also includes a frame 14; the first moving component 81 includes a second slide bar 811 fixedly connected to the frame 14, a second slider 812 movably connected to the second slide bar 811, a third motor 813, and a third lead screw 814 threadedly connected to the second slider 812 and drivenly connected to the third motor 813; the second slide bar 811 is fixedly connected to a second fixed platform 815, and the second fixed platform 815 is fixedly mounted on the frame 14;

[0148] The second moving component 82 includes a third fixed platform 821 fixedly connected to the second slider 812, a fourth motor 822 and a third slide bar 823 fixedly connected to the third fixed platform 821, a third slider 824 movably connected to the third slide bar 823, and a fourth lead screw 825 threadedly connected to the third slider 824 and drivenly connected to the fourth motor 822.

[0149] The third slider 824 is connected to the fixed plate 11 and the first fixed platform 211.

[0150] The second slider 812, the second slide bar 811, and the second fixed platform 815 are arranged symmetrically in groups; the third motor 813 is fixedly mounted on the second fixed platform 815.

[0151] In this technical solution, both the second slider 811 and the third slider 823 are arranged facing upwards;

[0152] A camera module 141 is installed on the frame 14, and the camera module 141 is positioned facing the cutting device 1. The camera module facilitates observation of the cutting process and removal of defective or broken tubes. After the thawing operation, the tubes may be damaged or have been improperly stored. The camera module 141, specifically a camera, captures the state of the tubes 15 to determine whether they are defective tubes and promptly discard them into the collection frame 74 to prevent them from entering the subsequent process of transferring frozen animal semen.

[0153] The capillary tube installed in the storage device is closed at both ends. After being cut by the cutting module, it is open at both ends, which makes it easy to blow the frozen animal semen inside the capillary tube 15 to the outside through the blowing device, or to transfer the frozen animal semen to the outside by gently flicking the capillary tube 15 through the tapping device, thereby transferring it to the receiving mechanism.

[0154] The defrosting temperature is adjustable from 50 degrees Celsius to 99 degrees Celsius, and can be set according to the required defrosting temperature. The defrosting process lasts from 10 to 15 seconds. Specifically, the temperature of the defrosting component can be set to 60 degrees Celsius, and the defrosting process lasts for 12 seconds. The removal of the thin tube 15 from the freezing tank 41 and the control of the defrosting process time are achieved by extending the vertical movement of the grippers, thus realizing a standardized defrosting process and helping to improve the efficiency and quality of the pig semen defrosting process.

[0155] The temperature of the thermostat is set to be maintained at or below 37 degrees Celsius.

[0156] The thin tube 15 stores frozen animal semen, including boar semen, bovine semen, chicken semen, etc., and specifically boar semen in this technical solution. The support is equipped with an outer shell.

[0157] In this technical solution, the capillary tube is removed from liquid nitrogen and transferred to a thawing tank for thawing, with a thawing temperature of 50 degrees Celsius and a thawing time of 12 seconds. After thawing, the surface of the capillary tube is wiped dry, and the thawed animal semen is quickly transferred to the first tank for dilution. This standardized process effectively avoids damage to the thawed animal semen from the cryogenic liquid. This workflow allows for standardized operation in seconds, enabling rapid thawing. It achieves a standardized process that is difficult to implement manually, and effectively avoids errors caused by human operation in controlling the thawing time and transferring the thawed animal semen. This standardized operation allows for rapid thawing with precise control in seconds.

[0158] Example 2

[0159] This embodiment only describes the differences from the above embodiments; other technical features are the same. In this embodiment, a grid 321 is provided inside the heating cavity 32, and the outer surface of the grid 321 is in contact with the heat exchange medium. The grid 321 is fixed; the heat exchange medium is specifically thermally conductive sand.

[0160] Example 3

[0161] This embodiment only describes the differences from the above embodiments; other technical features are the same. In this embodiment, a spiral assembly 322 is provided inside the heating cavity 32. The spiral assembly 322 rotates via magnetic drive to agitate the heat exchange medium and enhance the heat exchange effect. In this technical solution, the heat exchange medium uses thermally conductive sand in conjunction with the spiral assembly for agitation. The spiral assembly 322 has a vertically penetrating center.

[0162] The technical features of the above embodiments can be combined in any way. For the sake of brevity, not all possible combinations of the technical features in the above embodiments are described. However, as long as there is no contradiction in the combination of these technical features, they should be considered to be within the scope of this specification.

[0163] The embodiments described above are merely illustrative of several implementations of the present invention, and while the descriptions are relatively specific and detailed, they should not be construed as limiting the scope of the invention patent. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make various modifications and improvements without departing from the concept of the present invention, and these all fall within the protection scope of the present invention. Therefore, the protection scope of this invention patent should be determined by the appended claims.

[0164] The embodiments of the animal frozen semen thawing device provided by the present invention have been described in detail above. Specific examples have been used to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of the present invention, and the descriptions of the embodiments above are only for the purpose of helping to understand the core ideas of the present invention. It should be noted that those skilled in the art can make several improvements and modifications to the present invention without departing from the principles of the present invention, and these improvements and modifications also fall within the protection scope of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A tubular handling mechanism, characterized by, The device includes a cutting device (1), which includes a fixed plate (11), a first transmission mechanism (10) connected to the fixed plate (11), and a cutting module that is connected to the first transmission mechanism (10) and cuts by mutual contact.

2. The tubular handling mechanism of claim 1, wherein, The cutting module includes a movable plate (12) that is connected to the first transmission mechanism (10) and a support plate (13) that is disposed between the movable plate (12) and the fixed plate (11) and can be attached to the movable plate (12) that moves in the opposite direction.

3. The tubular handling mechanism of claim 2, wherein, The movable plate (12) is provided with a turntable (121); the turntable (121) is located on one side of the direction perpendicular to the moving direction of the movable plate (12).

4. The tubular handling mechanism of claim 3, wherein, The movable plate (12) is provided with a first clamping arm (122) that can cooperate with the bearing plate (13) to perform a clamping action; the first clamping arm (122) is located on the outside of the turntable (121) and is located on the same side of the movable plate (12) as the turntable (121).

5. The tubular handling mechanism of claim 2, wherein, The first transmission mechanism (10) includes a first motor (101) fixedly connected to the fixed plate (11) and a first lead screw (102) drivenly connected to the first motor (101); the first lead screw (102) is threadedly connected to the movable plate (12).

6. The tubular handling mechanism of claim 5, wherein, The fixed plate (11) is provided with a first guide post (111) that penetrates the bearing plate (13) and the movable plate (12); the first guide post (111) is arranged parallel to the first lead screw (102); the first guide posts (111) are arranged in groups with the first lead screw (102) as the axis of symmetry; The first guide post (111) has a first limiting block (1111) at one end near the movable plate (12); The fixing plate (11) is provided with a second guide post (112) that penetrates the bearing plate (13); the second guide post (112) is movably connected to the bearing plate (13); the second guide posts (112) are arranged in groups with the first lead screw (102) as the axis of symmetry; The movable plate (12) is provided with a third guide post (124) that penetrates the support plate (13); a second limiting block (1241) is provided at the end of the third guide post (124) near the first motor (101) so that the support plate (13) can move with the movable plate (12).

7. The tubular handling mechanism of claim 2, wherein, The thin tube processing mechanism also includes a clamping device (2), and the moving path of the cutting module intersects the vertical moving path of the clamping device (2).

8. The tubular handling mechanism of claim 7, wherein, The clamping device (2) includes a second transmission mechanism (21) and a clamping assembly (22) that is connected to the second transmission mechanism (21) for vertical movement and clamping the thin tube; The clamping assembly (22) is provided with an extended gripper (23) at its end, and the end of the extended gripper (23) is directed between the support plate (13) and the movable plate (12) in the initial state.

9. A device for thawing frozen animal semen, characterized in that, It includes a capillary processing mechanism as described in any one of claims 1 to 8 and a defrosting component (3), wherein the defrosting component (3) is disposed below the capillary processing mechanism.

10. The animal semen thawing apparatus of claim 9, wherein, The animal frozen semen thawing device also includes one or more of the following: storage device (4), blowing device (5), tapping device, receiving mechanism (7), and moving mechanism (8).

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