Graded harvesting and collecting device for crateva unilocularis fruits

By designing a fruit grading and harvesting device for tree-top vegetables, an automatic grading and classification collection of fruits is achieved using a grading disc and a rotating mechanism. This solves the problem of difficulty in grading fruits during traditional manual high-altitude harvesting, and improves harvesting efficiency and safety.

CN224165221UActive Publication Date: 2026-04-28NANHUA YELONG AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
NANHUA YELONG AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-30
Publication Date
2026-04-28

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Technical Problem

Traditional harvesting of tree-top vegetables mainly relies on manual high-altitude operations, making it difficult to grade the fruits and resulting in inconvenience in the harvesting process.

Method used

A fruit grading and harvesting device for tree-head vegetables was designed, including a portable mounting shell, grading disc, guide tube, collection bag, rotating mechanism, and neck strap. The device achieves automatic grading and classification of fruits through grading holes and guide tubes, uses a rotating mechanism to prevent fruits from getting stuck and ensure smooth grading, and uses a neck strap and binding device to free up hands and improve operational flexibility.

Benefits of technology

This method enables efficient grading and harvesting of tree-top vegetables, improving harvesting efficiency and safety, reducing operational inconvenience and fatigue, and ensuring the convenience and stability of high-altitude operations.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of agricultural production, and discloses a portable mounting shell of a crateva unilocularis fruit grading, harvesting and collecting device, a grading disc for grading crateva unilocularis fruits is fixedly mounted at the top of the mounting shell, and a plurality of grading holes are formed in the grading disc; the plurality of guide pipes are fixedly arranged on the grading disc and are used for guiding and conveying the fruits of the crateva unilocularis; the guide pipes are communicated with the corresponding grading holes; the collecting bag is arranged at the bottom end of the guide pipe and used for containing the crateva unilocularis fruits; the scissors are arranged on one side of the mounting shell and used for collecting fruits; and the rotating mechanism is arranged on the grading disc and is used for stirring the fruits. According to the crateva unilocularis fruit harvesting and grading machine, all the components are coordinated and matched, and harvesting and grading of crateva unilocularis fruits
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of agricultural production technology, and in particular to a grading and harvesting device for tree-top vegetables. Background Technology

[0002] Harvesting and grading fruits are crucial for ensuring the quality and economic benefits of agricultural products. *Citrus aurantiacus*, a tree belonging to the family Capernaaceae and the genus *Citrus*, has considerable economic value. During its flowering period, the tree has leaves; its branches are grayish-brown, often hollow with scattered gray lenticels; the fruit is spherical, turning gray to grayish-brown when dry.

[0003] Currently, the traditional harvesting of tree-top vegetables mainly relies on manual methods. Workers need to use ladders, ropes and other tools to climb to high places to pick them. However, this high-altitude harvesting method has many drawbacks, the most prominent of which is that it is difficult to grade the fruits during the harvesting process. Utility Model Content

[0004] To address the current technical problem of inconvenient harvesting and grading of tree-root vegetables, this utility model provides a tree-root vegetable fruit grading, harvesting, and collection device.

[0005] This utility model is achieved using the following technical solution: A tree-head vegetable fruit grading and harvesting device includes: a portable mounting shell, on the top of which is fixedly mounted a grading disc for grading tree-head vegetable fruits, the grading disc having several grading holes; multiple conduits fixedly mounted on the grading disc for guiding tree-head vegetable fruits, the conduits communicating with the corresponding grading holes; a collection bag disposed at the bottom of the conduits for holding tree-head vegetable fruits; scissors disposed on one side of the mounting shell for harvesting fruits; and a rotating mechanism disposed on the grading disc for moving the fruits.

[0006] The device integrates a portable mounting shell, a grading disc for grading, a conduit for guiding the fruit, a collection bag for collecting the fruit, and scissors for harvesting the fruit. When workers carry the device to climb to a high place to pick the fruit, they can simultaneously grade the fruit through the grading holes on the grading disc. The graded fruit falls into the corresponding collection bag through the conduit, which significantly improves the convenience of harvesting and grading the fruit of the tree head vegetable. The collection bag can be fixed by straps or clamps.

[0007] The grading tray features several grading holes that work in conjunction with guide tubes to automatically divert fruits of different sizes to the corresponding guide tubes, allowing them to enter the appropriate collection bags. This effective classification facilitates subsequent processing. A rotating mechanism on the grading tray assists in the passage of fruits through the grading holes, preventing jamming and ensuring smooth grading, thus improving harvesting efficiency. Furthermore, the circular array of grading holes ensures more even distribution of fruits on the tray, reducing grading dead zones caused by uneven hole distribution and fully utilizing the tray's surface space, further enhancing the efficiency and stability of harvesting.

[0008] As a further improvement to the above solution, the rotating mechanism includes: a rotating shaft mounted on the grading disc via bearings, on which a paddle for moving the fruit is fixedly mounted; a mounting bracket fixed to the bottom of the grading disc; and a motor fixed to the mounting bracket, the output shaft of which is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft via a coupling.

[0009] In the rotating mechanism, the rotating shaft is mounted on the grading plate through bearings. The fixed plate on the plate can move the fruit of the tree head vegetable on the grading plate under the drive of the motor, so that the fruit can change position continuously and make full contact with the grading hole, thereby speeding up the grading speed, effectively avoiding fruit accumulation, and ensuring that the grading work is carried out continuously and efficiently.

[0010] The motor is fixed to the mounting bracket, and its output shaft is securely connected to the rotating shaft via a coupling, forming a stable power transmission system. This design can stably and efficiently transmit the motor's power to the rotating shaft, thereby driving the dial plate to rotate continuously, ensuring sufficient power for the rotating mechanism, providing reliable power support for fruit grading, and reducing fluctuations in grading efficiency caused by unstable power transmission.

[0011] As a further improvement to the above solution, a neck strap that can be hung around the neck is fixedly installed on the mounting shell, and a protective cover is provided on the neck strap.

[0012] The neck strap fixed on the casing allows workers to hang the device around their necks, enabling them to freely operate the scissors to harvest the fruit while climbing and picking the fruit of the tree-top vegetable. This eliminates the need to hold the device, effectively freeing up their hands, improving the flexibility of the harvesting operation, and making the harvesting work more convenient and efficient.

[0013] The protective sleeve on the neck strap is made of soft material. When it comes into contact with the neck, it can effectively distribute the pressure of the device on the neck, avoid neck marks or discomfort caused by prolonged use of the neck strap, improve the comfort of the staff when using the device, and enable them to focus on fruit harvesting and grading work for a long time.

[0014] The combination of the neck strap and protective cover not only ensures the stability of the device during use and prevents it from slipping accidentally, but also provides a certain degree of cushioning, reducing the impact on workers' bodies caused by device shaking, thus enhancing the safety of device use and providing reliable protection for the harvesting and grading of tree-top vegetables.

[0015] As a further improvement to the above solution, the two sides of the mounting shell are fixed with straps by loops for waist binding and fixation, and the two ends of the two straps are respectively fixed with pluggable buckles and buckles.

[0016] The mounting shell has straps with loops on both sides that can securely fasten the device to the waist. Together with the neck strap, it forms a double fixation from top to bottom. This allows the device to fit snugly against the body when workers are climbing to high places to pick the fruit of the tree top vegetables, reducing swaying, further freeing up their hands, making the picking operation more flexible and free, and effectively improving the harvesting efficiency.

[0017] The buckles and clips at both ends of the straps can be inserted and fastened, allowing workers to quickly fix and remove the straps when wearing the device. This simple and convenient operation greatly saves preparation time. Furthermore, it can be flexibly adjusted to fit different workers' waist sizes, adapting to various body types and improving the device's versatility.

[0018] The combination structure of the ring, strap, clamp and housing not only ensures that the device is firmly fixed and prevents safety hazards caused by the device falling off during high-altitude operations, but also reduces the local stress on the workers' bodies by reasonably distributing the weight of the device, reducing fatigue caused by long-term work, and providing a safer and more comfortable operating experience for the harvesting and grading of tree-top vegetables.

[0019] As a further improvement to the above solution, a silicone pad for supporting the abdomen is fixedly installed on the mounting shell, a fixing plate is fixedly installed on one side of the mounting shell, and a placement tube for placing the scissors is fixed on the fixing plate.

[0020] The silicone pads fixed on the mounting shell are soft and have good cushioning properties. When workers strap the device to their waist, they can effectively protect their abdomen and prevent the mounting shell from directly contacting their abdomen, which can cause pressure and discomfort. Especially during long-term climbing and harvesting, this greatly improves the comfort of the body and reduces physical fatigue.

[0021] The placement tube on the mounting plate on one side of the casing provides a dedicated place for the scissors. When picking the fruit of the tree top vegetable, the staff can place the scissors in it at any time, avoiding the inconvenience of holding the scissors by hand, preventing the scissors from falling and causing danger, and making them easy to use quickly, making the picking operation more smooth and efficient.

[0022] As a further improvement to the above solution, a cover plate is fixedly installed on the top of the grading disc, and a spring rope is provided on the cover plate, with one end of the spring rope being fixedly connected to the scissors.

[0023] The cover plate fixed to the top of the grading tray can protect the grading tray. There is a notch on the cover plate for inserting fruit.

[0024] One end of a spring rope on the cover plate is fixedly connected to the scissors, providing an extra layer of safety. Even if workers accidentally drop the scissors while working at heights, they will not fall due to gravity, preventing injury to those below. This also prevents the scissors from being lost, reducing tool wear and tear and potential safety hazards.

[0025] As a further improvement to the above solution, a stop door is fitted onto the mounting housing via a hinge, and the stop door is equipped with a handle lock.

[0026] The hinged door on the casing provides a convenient access channel for the collection bags. After the graded fruit falls into the collection bag through the conduit, staff can easily remove the bag by simply opening the door.

[0027] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0028] This invention achieves the harvesting and grading of tree-top vegetables through the coordinated operation of its various components. The portable mounting shell, along with a neck strap and tie, ensures that workers can operate with their hands free and safely and comfortably while working at heights. The combination of the grading disc, guide tube, collection bag, and rotating mechanism allows fruit harvesting and grading to be completed simultaneously, while the annular array of grading holes and the rotating mechanism ensure efficient and stable grading. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the main structure of a tree-head vegetable fruit grading and harvesting device provided by this utility model;

[0030] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the front sectional view of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 3 for Figure 2 An enlarged structural diagram of part A shown in the figure;

[0032] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the rear view structure of this utility model;

[0033] Figure 5 This is a top view of the grading disc in this utility model.

[0034] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the silicone pad in this utility model.

[0035] Explanation of key symbols:

[0036] 1. Mounting shell; 2. Grading tray; 3. Grading hole; 4. Guide tube; 5. Collection bag; 6. Scissors; 7. Rotating shaft; 8. Dial plate; 9. Mounting frame; 10. Motor; 11. Neck strap; 12. Protective sleeve; 13. Ring; 14. Strap; 15. Clip; 16. Locking case; 17. Cover plate; 18. Fixing plate; 19. Placement tube; 20. Spring rope; 21. Silicone pad. Detailed Implementation

[0037] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. It should be noted that, without conflict, the various embodiments or technical features described below can be arbitrarily combined to form new embodiments.

[0038] This utility model embodiment provides a device for grading, harvesting, and collecting tree-head vegetable fruits, such as... Figure 1-6 As shown, the tree-head vegetable fruit grading and harvesting device includes: a portable mounting shell 1, on the top of which is fixedly mounted a grading disc 2 for grading the tree-head vegetable fruit, the grading disc 2 having several grading holes 3; multiple conduits 4 fixedly mounted on the grading disc 2 for guiding the tree-head vegetable fruit, the conduits 4 communicating with the corresponding grading holes 3; a collection bag 5 set at the bottom of the conduits 4 for holding the tree-head vegetable fruit; scissors 6 set on one side of the mounting shell 1 for harvesting the fruit; and a rotating mechanism set on the grading disc 2 for moving the fruit.

[0039] As a further improvement to the above solution, the rotating mechanism includes: a rotating shaft 7 mounted on the grading disc 2 via bearings, a paddle plate 8 for agitating the fruit fixedly mounted on the rotating shaft 7; a mounting bracket 9 fixed to the bottom of the grading disc 2; and a motor 10 fixed to the mounting bracket 9, the output shaft of the motor 10 being fixedly connected to the rotating shaft 7 via a coupling.

[0040] As a further improvement to the above solution, a neck strap 11 that can be hung around the neck is fixedly installed on the mounting shell 1, and a protective cover 12 is provided on the neck strap 11.

[0041] As a further improvement to the above solution, the two sides of the mounting shell 1 are fixed with straps 14 by loops 13 for waist binding and fixation. The two ends of the two straps 14 are respectively fixed with snap-fit ​​heads 15 and snap covers 16.

[0042] As a further improvement to the above solution, a silicone pad 21 for supporting the abdomen is fixedly installed on the mounting shell 1, and a fixing plate 18 is fixedly installed on one side of the mounting shell 1, and a placement tube 19 for placing the scissors 6 is fixed on the fixing plate 18.

[0043] As a further improvement to the above solution, a cover plate 17 is fixedly installed on the top of the grading disc 2, and a spring rope 20 is provided on the cover plate 17. One end of the spring rope 20 is fixedly connected to the scissors 6.

[0044] As a further improvement to the above solution, a stop door is fitted on the mounting shell 1 via a hinge, and the stop door is provided with a handle lock.

[0045] In summary, compared with related technologies, the harvesting and grading of tree-top vegetables is achieved through the coordinated operation of various components. The portable mounting shell 1, combined with the neck strap 11 and binding strap 14, ensures that workers can operate with their hands free and safely and comfortably when working at heights. The combination of the grading disc 2, the guide tube 4, the collection bag 5, and the rotating mechanism allows the fruit harvesting and grading to be completed simultaneously. The circular array distribution of the grading holes 3 and the rotating mechanism ensure efficient and stable grading.

[0046] The above embodiments are merely preferred embodiments of this utility model and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model. Any non-substantial changes and substitutions made by those skilled in the art based on this utility model shall fall within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

Claims

1. A device for grading, harvesting, and collecting tree-stem vegetable fruits, characterized in that, include: A portable mounting case, the top of which is fixedly mounted with a grading disc for grading tree head vegetables, the grading disc having several grading holes. Multiple conduits are fixedly installed on the grading tray for guiding the fruit of the tree head vegetable, and the conduits are connected to the corresponding grading holes; The collection bag placed at the bottom of the conduit is used to hold the fruit of the tree head vegetable; Scissors for harvesting fruit are installed on one side of the mounting shell; A rotating mechanism is installed on the grading disc to agitate the fruit.

2. The tree-top vegetable fruit grading, harvesting, and collection device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating mechanism includes: A rotating shaft is mounted on the grading disc via a bearing, and a paddle that moves the fruit is fixedly installed on the rotating shaft. A mounting bracket fixed to the bottom of the grading tray; The motor is fixed on the mounting bracket, and the output shaft of the motor is fixedly connected to the rotating shaft via a coupling.

3. The tree-top vegetable fruit grading, harvesting, and collection device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A neck strap that can be hung around the neck is fixedly installed on the mounting shell, and a protective cover is provided on the neck strap.

4. The tree-top vegetable fruit grading, harvesting, and collection device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting shell has straps fixed to both sides by loops for waist binding and fixation. The two ends of the two straps are respectively fixed with plug-in buckles and buckles.

5. The tree-top vegetable fruit grading, harvesting, and collection device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A silicone pad for supporting the abdomen is fixedly installed on the mounting shell, and a fixing plate is fixedly installed on one side of the mounting shell. A placement tube for placing the scissors is fixed on the fixing plate.

6. The tree-top vegetable fruit grading, harvesting, and collection device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, A cover plate is fixedly installed on the top of the grading disc, and a spring rope is provided on the cover plate. One end of the spring rope is fixedly connected to the scissors.

7. The tree-top vegetable fruit grading, harvesting, and collection device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The mounting housing is fitted with a stop door via a hinge, and the stop door is equipped with a handle lock.