Plant rhizome sampling device

By designing an automated plant root and stem sampling device, and adopting a mechanized structure and electrical control system, the problems of low efficiency and safety hazards of manual sampling have been solved, and efficient and safe sampling operations have been achieved.

CN224190043UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-01SICHUAN HENGSHENG LIXUN INTELLIGENT EQUIP CO LTD
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
SICHUAN HENGSHENG LIXUN INTELLIGENT EQUIP CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-05-29
Publication Date
2026-05-01

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Technical Problem

Current plant root and stem sampling methods rely on manual operation, which results in a large workload, the risk of missed detections, and safety hazards.

Method used

Design a plant root and stem sampling device with a mechanized structure, including a lifting mechanism, an electrical control system and accessories, to achieve automated sampling and collect samples outside the cabin by operating a crane.

Benefits of technology

This improved sampling efficiency, reduced the need for human resources, avoided safety accidents, and ensured the safety and accuracy of the sampling process.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a plant rootstock sampling device, which comprises a structure main body (1), a lifting mechanism (2) and an electrical control system (3), the structure main body (1) comprises multiple layers of bearing parts, the lifting mechanism (2) and the electrical control system (3) are respectively arranged on the multiple layers of bearing parts of the structure main body (1), the lifting mechanism (2) is arranged at the lower end of the electrical control system (3), and the electrical control system (3) is arranged on the lifting mechanism (2). And the controller is connected with the electrical control system (3). According to the utility model, a mechanical mode is adopted to replace a manual mode, customs personnel lift the sampling device to a position above a sampling point through a crane outside the storage cabin, and the sampling device is provided with a trigger mechanism and can automatically carry out sampling operation, so that not only is the personnel operation convenient, the sampling efficiency is improved, the human resource is saved, but also the occurrence of safety accidents is avoided.
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Description

A plant root and stem sampling device Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of plant sampling technology, and in particular to a plant root and stem sampling device. Background Technology

[0002] Customs handles a large volume of import trade. To inspect plant roots and stems for live insects, impurities, mold, or contamination upon arrival at customs, customs officers must sample and inspect all imported plant roots and stems. Currently, sampling of plant roots and stems is entirely done manually in the storage compartments. However, due to the large volume of imports, the workload is heavy, and there is a high risk of missed samples. Furthermore, because the storage compartments for plant roots and stems are relatively sealed, oxygen deficiency and the fermentation of plant roots and stems can easily occur, leading to harmful gases. This not only involves a heavy workload but also poses certain risks. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a plant root and stem sampling device to solve the technical problem of how to improve the efficiency of plant root and stem sampling.

[0004] This utility model is achieved by the following technical solution: a plant root and stem sampling device, including a main structure, a lifting mechanism and an electrical control system. The main structure includes multiple layers of load-bearing components. The lifting mechanism and the electrical control system are respectively disposed on the multiple layers of load-bearing components of the main structure. The lifting mechanism is disposed at the lower end of the electrical control system and is connected to the electrical control system.

[0005] Furthermore, the main structure includes an anti-rotation toothed disc and a lifting frame beam. A support column is provided between the anti-rotation toothed disc and the lifting frame beam. The lifting mechanism is located on the anti-rotation toothed disc. The anti-rotation toothed disc, the support column, and the lifting frame beam constitute the main load-bearing structure of the plant root and stem sampling device. The anti-rotation toothed disc is the main load-bearing component, mainly supporting the lifting mechanism. The support column connects the anti-rotation toothed disc and the lifting frame beam, serving as a middle-layer support structure and can be used as a load-bearing component of the electrical control system.

[0006] Furthermore, the main structure also includes a mounting bracket, on which a monitor, a remote signal transceiver, and a lighting fixture are mounted. The monitor, the remote signal transceiver, and the lighting fixture can be part of an electrical control system.

[0007] Furthermore, the lifting mechanism includes a lifting auger and a lifting actuator, which are connected to each other. The lifting actuator is connected to an electrical control system. The lifting auger rotates into the plant rootstock and extracts a sample at the corresponding depth. The lifting actuator is connected to the auger and is used for lifting and lowering the auger.

[0008] Furthermore, the lifting mechanism also includes a material distribution cylinder and a return trough. The material distribution cylinder and the return trough are connected. The material stuck in the material distribution cylinder is discharged through the discharge port on the material distribution cylinder. The material distribution cylinder is screwed to the main structure and can perform preliminary two-part separation of the material taken out by the lifting auger. A portion of the material falls directly back into the cabin.

[0009] Furthermore, the electrical control system includes an electrical control box, a battery box, and a camera and light source, with the electrical control box connected to the battery box and the camera and light source respectively; the electrical control system also includes a label printer, a signal light, and a signal trigger, all of which are connected to the electrical control box.

[0010] Furthermore, it also includes accessories, including an anti-collision mechanism connected to the main structure; the accessories also include a storage bag disposed below the distributing cylinder.

[0011] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This utility model adopts a mechanical method to replace manual labor. Customs personnel can use a crane to lift the sampling device to the sampling point outside the storage compartment. The sampling device has a built-in triggering mechanism, which can automatically carry out the sampling operation. This not only facilitates personnel operation, improves sampling efficiency, saves human resources, but also avoids the occurrence of safety accidents. Attached Figure Description

[0012] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this utility model or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0013] Figure 1 is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0014] Figure 2 is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model;

[0015] Figure 3 is a schematic diagram of the structure of this utility model.

[0016] Figure 4 is a schematic diagram of the discharge port structure;

[0017] In the diagram, 1-Main structure; 101-Anti-rotation gear disc; 102-Support column; 103-Lifting frame beam; 104-Mounting bracket; 2-Lifting mechanism; 201-Lifting auger; 202-Lifting actuator; 203-Distribution cylinder; 204-Return trough; 3-Electrical control system; 301-Electrical control box; 302-Battery box; 303-Remote signal transceiver; 304-Monitor; 305-Lighting lamp; 306-Camera and light source; 307-Label printer; 308-Signal light; 309-Signal trigger; 4-Accessories; 401-Anti-collision mechanism; 402-Storage bag. Detailed Implementation

[0018] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this utility model clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this utility model described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations.

[0019] It should be noted that similar labels and letters in the following figures indicate similar items. Therefore, once an item is defined in one figure, it does not need to be further defined and explained in subsequent figures.

[0020] The following detailed description, in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, outlines some embodiments of the present invention. Unless otherwise specified, the following embodiments and features can be combined with each other.

[0021] Referring to Figures 1 to 4, a plant root and stem sampling device includes a main structure 1, a lifting mechanism 2, an electrical control system 3, and accessories 4. The main structure 1 includes multi-layered support components. The lifting mechanism 2 and the electrical control system 3 are respectively disposed on the multi-layered support components of the main structure 1. The lifting mechanism 2 is disposed at the lower end of the electrical control system 3 and is connected to the electrical control system 3. After the device is placed above the sample, it can realize automatic sampling operation. At the same time, it can take pictures of different samples, different sampling chambers and points, and package and label the extracted samples.

[0022] The main structure 1 includes an anti-rotation toothed disc 101, a support column 102, a hoisting frame beam 103, and a mounting bracket 104. The anti-rotation toothed disc 101, support column 102, and hoisting frame beam 103 constitute the main load-bearing structure of the plant root and stem sampling device. The anti-rotation toothed disc 101 is the main load-bearing component, primarily supporting the lifting mechanism 2. Simultaneously, the anti-rotation toothed disc 101, inserted into the plant root and stem, serves a fixing function, preventing the auger from rotating due to reaction force during rotation, thus affecting sampling. The support column 102 connects the anti-rotation toothed disc 101 and the hoisting frame beam 103, forming a mid-level support structure and serving as a load-bearing component for the electrical control system 3 and accessories 44. The hoisting frame beam 103 is screwed onto the support column 102 and used to hoist the entire sampling device. The mounting bracket 104 is used to install a monitor 304, a lighting lamp 305, and a remote signal transceiver device 303 (wireless communication antenna).

[0023] The lifting mechanism 2 includes a lifting auger 201, a lifting actuator 202, a distribution cylinder 203, and a return trough 204. The lifting auger 201 rotates into the plant rootstock and extracts samples at the corresponding depth. The lifting actuator 202 is connected to the lifting auger 201 and is used for lifting and lowering the auger 201. The distribution cylinder 203 is screwed onto the main structure 1 (specifically, it can be a support column 102) and performs preliminary bisectioning on the material extracted by the lifting auger 201, with a portion of the material falling directly back into the hull. The return trough 204 is connected to the distribution cylinder 203 and discharges any stuck material in the distribution cylinder 203 through the discharge port 2031 on the distribution cylinder 203, preventing the material from getting stuck with the auger blades in the distribution cylinder.

[0024] The electrical control system 3 includes an electrical control box 301, a battery box 302, a remote signal transceiver 303, a monitor 304, a lighting lamp 305, a camera and light source 306, a label printer 307, a signal lamp 308, and a signal trigger 309. The electrical control box 301 is mainly used to control the lifting actuator 202 of the root and stem sampling device (mainly including the lifting motor and the rotary motor, which can be equipped with an explosion-proof electrical control cabinet and an explosion-proof motor to prevent explosions caused by excessive dust during the sampling process); the battery box 302 supplies power to the equipment; the remote signal transceiver 303 is used for the transmission of remote commands and the real-time transmission of local video recordings and photos; the monitor 304 is used to monitor the sampling process and perform large-target detection and judgment on the materials; the lighting 305 is used for illumination during nighttime work; the camera and light source 306 are used to take small-target photos of the sample surface; the label printer 307 prints sample information after sampling and bagging, and affixes it to the packaging bag containing the materials in sequence according to the sampling process; the signal light 308 (specifically, a three-color signal light can be used) is used for remote operators to observe the working status; the signal trigger 309 is installed at the lower end of the main structure 1, and when the signal trigger 309 comes into contact with the plant root and stem, it will be automatically triggered, causing the plant root and stem sampling device to start automatic sampling.

[0025] Appendix 4 includes an anti-collision mechanism 401 and a storage bag 402. The anti-collision mechanism 401 is connected to the main structure 1, and a total of 8 anti-collision tubes are arranged around the sampling device to prevent the sampling device from being bumped or knocked during hoisting or sampling. The storage bag 402 is placed below one side of the dispensing cylinder 203 and is used to receive the material taken out.

[0026] The main structure 1 serves as the load-bearing structure for the entire device, upon which the remaining structures are installed, supporting each component and acting as a lifting support. The lifting mechanism 2 is installed within the main structure 1, controlling the lifting of the auger via a lifting motor and rotating the auger via a rotary motor for sampling. The extracted material is initially divided by the distribution cylinder 203, ensuring that the plant root and stem sampling device can complete the sampling of one compartment as much as possible. To prevent material from getting stuck in the distribution cylinder 203, the lower end of the distribution cylinder 203 is designed with a sloping protrusion and a discharge port 2031, allowing stuck material to be discharged through the return channel 204. The electrical control system is installed on both the main structure 1 and the lifting mechanism 2, controlling the sampling timing and actions through corresponding control elements. The accessory 4 is installed on the main structure 1, serving for safety protection and transportation of sampled materials.

[0027] This invention uses an electrically controlled sampling mechanism to perform sampling operations, avoiding safety hazards caused by direct human contact; it replaces manual labor with a mechanical structure, greatly reducing the workload; the cooperation between the electrical control box and the lifting mechanism greatly improves sampling efficiency and saves sampling time; the signal triggering device enables automatic sampling, greatly simplifying the operation process; and the label printer allows for a one-to-one correspondence between the sample and its information, making the sample source traceable.

[0028] It should be noted that the terms "connection" and "setting" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, features defined with "connection" or "setting" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of that feature. Furthermore, the terms "connection" and "setting," etc., are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate so that the embodiments of the present invention described herein can be implemented in a sequence other than those illustrated or described herein. Moreover, for the foregoing embodiments, for the sake of simplicity, they are all described as a series of actions; however, those skilled in the art should understand that this application is not limited to the described order of actions, as some steps may be performed in other orders or simultaneously according to this application. Secondly, those skilled in the art should also understand that the embodiments described in the specification are preferred embodiments, and the actions involved are not necessarily essential to this application.

[0029] The above embodiments describe the basic principles, main features, and advantages of this utility model. Those skilled in the art should understand that this utility model is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely illustrative of the principles of this utility model. Modifications and variations made by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and scope of this utility model should be protected within the scope of the appended claims.

Claims

1. A plant root and stem sampling device, characterized in that, It includes a main structure (1), a lifting mechanism (2) and an electrical control system (3). The main structure (1) includes multi-layer load-bearing components. The lifting mechanism (2) and the electrical control system (3) are respectively installed on the multi-layer load-bearing components of the main structure (1). The lifting mechanism (2) is installed at the lower end of the electrical control system (3) and is connected to the electrical control system (3).

2. The plant root and stem sampling device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The main structure (1) includes an anti-rotation toothed disc (101) and a hoisting frame beam (103). A support column (102) is provided between the anti-rotation toothed disc (101) and the hoisting frame beam (103). The lifting mechanism (2) is located on the anti-rotation toothed disc (101).

3. A plant root sampling device as claimed in claim 2, wherein, The main structure (1) also includes a mounting bracket (104), on which a monitor (304), a remote signal transceiver (303), and a lighting lamp (305) are mounted.

4. The plant root and stem sampling device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The lifting mechanism (2) includes a lifting auger (201) and a lifting actuator (202), which are connected together. The lifting actuator (202) is connected to the electrical control system (3).

5. A plant root and stem sampling device as described in claim 4, characterized in that, The lifting mechanism (2) also includes a material distribution cylinder (203) and a return channel (204). The material distribution cylinder (203) and the return channel (204) are connected, and the stuck material in the material distribution cylinder (203) is discharged through the discharge port (2031) on the material distribution cylinder (203).

6. A plant root sampling device as claimed in claim 1, wherein, The electrical control system (3) includes an electrical control box (301), a battery box (302), and a camera and light source (306), wherein the electrical control box (301) is connected to the battery box (302) and the camera and light source (306) respectively.

7. A plant root sampling device as claimed in claim 6, wherein, The electrical control system (3) also includes a label printer (307), a signal light (308), and a signal trigger (309), all of which are connected to the electrical control box (301).

8. A plant root and stem sampling device as described in claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes an appendix (4), which includes a collision avoidance mechanism (401) connected to the main structure (1).

9. A plant root sampling device as claimed in claim 5, wherein, It also includes an accessory (4), which includes a storage bag (402) located below the distribution cylinder (203).