Soil sampling device for archaeological use

By designing a specialized soil sampling device, using a drill bit and air pump assembly to sample the soil on the surface and in the crevices of the artifacts, the problem of sampling that existing equipment cannot solve was solved, and scientific analysis of the artifacts was achieved.

CN224189575UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01HANGZHOU INST OF CULTURAL RELICS & ARCHEOLOGY
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
HANGZHOU INST OF CULTURAL RELICS & ARCHEOLOGY
Filing Date
2025-04-07
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

Existing soil sampling equipment is unable to sample and analyze the soil on the artifacts, making it difficult to determine how the artifacts were disposed of.

Method used

A soil sampling device was designed, comprising a shell, a dust collection chamber, a collection chamber, and a feeding chamber. It is equipped with a drill bit, an air pump, and a motor. The drill bit and air pump assembly enable soil sampling on the surface of the artifact and in small crevices. The device is combined with a screw feeder and a lead screw drive system for sample collection.

Benefits of technology

It enables soil sampling around and on the surface of the artifacts, allowing for analysis of soil composition differences and assessment of the degree of artifact corrosion, thus improving the scientific rigor and accuracy of artifact processing.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a soil sampling device for archaeological, which relates to the technical field of archaeological equipment and comprises a shell, a dust collecting cavity, a collecting cavity and a feeding cavity are arranged in the shell, the dust collecting cavity is communicated with the collecting cavity through a first connecting pipe, the collecting cavity is communicated with the feeding cavity through a second connecting pipe, and a drill bit is arranged in the feeding cavity. The first sampling assembly is used for driving the drill bit to sample, an air extracting pump and a second sampling assembly are mounted at an opening of the dust collecting cavity, and the first sampling assembly comprises a spiral feeder mounted on the drill bit; according to the utility model, soil around and on the remains can be collected and sampled, and sampling can be conveniently carried out from fine gaps or the surfaces of the remains, so that the soil components on the remains can be analyzed simultaneously, and the corrosion degree of the remains at the moment can be judged according to the difference of the components of the two kinds of soil.
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Description

A soil sampling device for archaeology Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of archaeological equipment technology, and in particular to a soil sampling device for archaeological use. Background Technology

[0002] When conducting archaeological work, the soil parameters at the site are extremely important for identification when collecting artifacts. Therefore, it is usually necessary to sample the soil at the excavation site to analyze its composition.

[0003] In the existing technology, most soil sampling equipment can only sample soil over a large area, but cannot sample soil from a portion of the artifact to analyze and compare the differences with the local soil, so as to determine how the artifact should be disposed of.

[0004] For some artifacts, the degree of corrosion can be determined by the soil they carry. Therefore, a device is needed that can simultaneously sample the soil from the artifacts to allow for comparison of the samples, thereby enabling a better assessment of the artifacts' environment and treatment methods. Summary of the Invention

[0005] In order to solve at least one of the technical problems mentioned in the background art, the purpose of this utility model is to provide an archaeological soil sampling device that can collect and sample the soil on the artifacts, thereby analyzing the soil composition on the artifacts at the same time to determine the degree of corrosion.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution:

[0007] An archaeological soil sampling device includes a shell, inside which are provided a dust collection chamber, a collection chamber, and a feeding chamber. The dust collection chamber and the collection chamber are connected by a first connecting pipe, and the collection chamber and the feeding chamber are connected by a second connecting pipe.

[0008] The feeding chamber is equipped with a drill bit and a first sampling component for driving the drill bit to perform sampling. The ash collection chamber is equipped with an air pump and a second sampling component for driving the air pump to perform sampling.

[0009] Furthermore, the first sampling component includes a spiral feeder mounted on the drill bit.

[0010] Furthermore, the second sampling component includes an air inlet communicating with the ash collection chamber, and the air pump is installed at the air inlet.

[0011] Furthermore, a lead screw is rotatably connected inside the collection chamber, and a feeding slider is threaded onto the lead screw. A discharge port is provided on the outer shell above the feeding slider.

[0012] Furthermore, the outer casing is provided with a handle.

[0013] Furthermore, the housing is equipped with a motor for driving the lead screw to rotate.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: this utility model can collect and sample the soil around the artifact and the soil on the artifact, and it is convenient to take samples from small cracks or the surface of the artifact, so as to analyze the soil composition on the artifact at the same time, and judge the degree of corrosion of the artifact at this time based on the difference in the composition of the two types of soil. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0016] Figure 2 is a partial enlarged structural schematic diagram of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of this utility model;

[0018] In the diagram: 11. Outer shell; 12. Drill bit; 13. Handle; 14. Air pump; 15. Air inlet; 16. Discharge outlet; 17. Screw feeder; 18. Ash collection chamber; 19. First connecting pipe; 20. Lead screw; 21. Feeding slider; 22. Second connecting pipe; 23. Feeding chamber; 24. Collection chamber; 25. First sampling component; 251. Second sampling component. Detailed Implementation

[0019] The technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model are described clearly and completely below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0020] Please refer to Figures 1-3. This embodiment provides an archaeological soil sampling device, including a housing 11. The housing 11 is provided with a ash collection chamber 18, a collection chamber 24 and a feeding chamber 23. The ash collection chamber 18 and the collection chamber 24 are connected by a first connecting pipe 19, and the collection chamber 24 and the feeding chamber 23 are connected by a second connecting pipe 22.

[0021] The feeding chamber 23 is equipped with a drill bit 12 and a first sampling component 25 for driving the drill bit 12 to perform sampling. The ash collection chamber 18 is equipped with an air pump 14 and a second sampling component 251 for driving the air pump 14 to perform sampling.

[0022] The first sampling component 25 includes a screw feeder 17 mounted on the drill bit 12, and a drive motor for driving the screw feeder 17 to rotate is provided inside the housing 11.

[0023] After the drill bit 12 is inserted into the soil, the drive motor is started, which drives the screw feeder 17 to rotate, thereby driving the soil into the feeding chamber 23 and into the collection chamber 24, where it awaits removal.

[0024] The second sampling component 251 includes an air inlet 15 communicating with the ash collection chamber 18, and the air pump 14 is installed at the air inlet 15.

[0025] The air pump 14 can be used with the air inlet 15 to suck out the soil from the surface of the artifact or small crevices, and to take samples from the surface of the artifact or from sites where it is difficult to reach for sampling.

[0026] A lead screw 20 is rotatably connected inside the collection chamber 24, and a feeding slider 21 is threaded onto the lead screw 20. A discharge port 16 is provided on the outer shell 11 located above the feeding slider 21.

[0027] The outer casing 11 is provided with a handle 13.

[0028] The housing 11 contains a motor for driving the lead screw 20 to rotate.

[0029] After sampling, the soil is stored in the collection chamber 24. When it is time to take it out, the outlet 16 is placed facing upwards. The motor drives the lead screw 20 to rotate, which drives the feeding slider 21 to transfer the soil out. When the feeding slider 21 moves to the top of the collection chamber 24, the outlet 16 is inverted and the soil is poured into the container.

[0030] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this invention is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that it can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential characteristics of this invention. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered exemplary and non-limiting in all respects, and the scope of this invention is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, it is intended that all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims be included within this invention.

Claims

1. An archaeological soil sampling device, comprising a housing (11), characterized in that: The outer casing (11) is provided with a dust collection chamber (18), a collection chamber (24) and a feeding chamber (23). The dust collection chamber (18) and the collection chamber (24) are connected by a first connecting pipe (19), and the collection chamber (24) and the feeding chamber (23) are connected by a second connecting pipe (22). The feeding chamber (23) is provided with a drill bit (12) and a first sampling component (25) for driving the drill bit (12) to perform sampling. An air pump (14) is installed at the opening of the dust collection chamber (18), and a second sampling component (251) for driving the air pump (14) to perform sampling.

2. The soil sampling device for archaeology according to claim 1, characterized in that, The first sampling component (25) includes a spiral feeder (17) mounted on the drill bit (12).

3. The soil sampling device for archaeology according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second sampling component (251) includes an air inlet (15) communicating with the ash collection chamber (18), and the air pump (14) is installed at the air inlet (15).

4. The soil sampling device for archaeology according to claim 1, characterized in that, The collection chamber (24) is rotatably connected to a lead screw (20), and a feeding slider (21) is threaded onto the lead screw (20). A discharge port (16) is provided on the outer shell (11) above the feeding slider (21).

5. The soil sampling device for archaeology according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer casing (11) is provided with a handle (13).

6. The soil sampling device for archaeology according to claim 4, characterized in that, The housing (11) contains a motor for driving the lead screw (20) to rotate.