Cherry collecting, shearing and fallen fruit collecting equipment

By designing a cherry picking and shearing device to collect fallen cherries, a guide net and an elastic net are used to guide the cherries downwards. Combined with a positioning camera and shearing components, the device achieves precise cherry picking and safe recovery, solving the problem of cherry falling in existing equipment and improving the quality of picking.

CN224205759UActive Publication Date: 2026-05-08DALIAN OCEAN UNIV
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Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
DALIAN OCEAN UNIV
Filing Date
2025-06-05
Publication Date
2026-05-08

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

Existing cherry picking equipment lacks a guiding structure, resulting in inaccurate cherry picking, easy cherry drop, and affecting the quality of the harvest.

Method used

A cherry picking and shearing device was designed, comprising a support platform, a guiding component, and a recovery component. The device uses a guiding net and an elastic net to guide the cherries downwards, and uses a positioning camera and a shearing component to achieve precise picking and recovery.

Benefits of technology

It improves the accuracy and safety of cherry picking, prevents cherries from falling, and enhances the quality of picking.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses cherry collecting, shearing and fallen fruit collecting equipment, which relates to the technical field of cherry collecting and comprises a supporting table, a supporting plate is mounted on the front side of the supporting table through bolts, a supporting ring is mounted at the front end of the supporting plate, an assembling ring is mounted at the bottom end of the supporting ring, and a guide component is mounted on the outer side of the assembling ring. The guide assembly includes a mounting ring mounted outside the assembly ring. The bottom end of the supporting ring is fixedly connected with the assembling ring, the outer side of the assembling ring is in butt joint with the mounting ring, the inner wall of the mounting ring is fixed to the internal thread ring, the inner side of the internal thread ring limits the fastening bolt through threads, and the fastening bolt rotatably and movably abuts against the outer side of the assembling ring, so that a user can conveniently mount the mounting ring; the bottom end of the mounting ring is connected with the guiding net, the bottom end of the guiding net is connected with the recycling assembly, the guiding net guides the cherries to move downwards, the cherries are prevented from shifting, and the recycling assembly can recycle the cherries conveniently.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cherry harvesting technology, specifically a cherry harvesting and falling fruit collection device. Background Technology

[0002] Cherry, belonging to the genus *Prunus* of the family Rosaceae, subgenus *Prunus*, is prized for its brightly colored, delicious, and nutritious fruit, earning it the reputation of "the first fruit of early spring" in my country. Sweet cherry harvesting is the most time-consuming and labor-intensive part of sweet cherry production, a highly labor-intensive task. Currently, sweet cherry harvesting relies mainly on manual labor or a combination of manual and tool-based methods. This method only allows harvesting cherries at the base of the tree, resulting in a very limited harvesting area. Cherries at higher elevations or far from the trunk cannot be directly harvested, requiring ladders, which significantly increases the workload and is also quite dangerous. Automated mechanical harvesting offers greater convenience for users.

[0003] Patent document CN219437614U discloses a cherry picking device, which discloses "a cherry picking device, including a connecting pipe, a connecting rod at one end of the connecting pipe, a shearing ring at the end of the connecting rod away from the connecting pipe, a shearing blade at the end of the shearing ring away from the connecting pipe, a shearing opening on one side of the shearing ring, a connecting rod inside the connecting pipe, a cutter at the end of the connecting rod near the shearing ring, and a through hole on the side wall of the end of the connecting pipe away from the connecting rod";

[0004] The existing collection equipment lacks a guiding structure, making it inconvenient to accurately collect cherries and prevent them from falling and affecting the quality of harvesting. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a cherry harvesting and shearing fruit collection device to solve the technical problem mentioned in the background art that the collection device lacks a guiding structure, making it inconvenient to accurately collect cherries and prevent cherries from falling and affecting the harvesting quality.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a cherry harvesting and shearing fallen fruit collection device, comprising: a support platform, a support plate bolted to the front of the support platform, a support ring mounted at the front end of the support plate, an assembly ring mounted at the bottom end of the support ring, a guide assembly mounted on the outer side of the assembly ring, the guide assembly including an mounting ring mounted on the outer side of the assembly ring, an internally threaded ring mounted on the inner side of the mounting ring, a fastening bolt threaded on the inner side of the internally threaded ring, the fastening bolt abutting against the outer side of the assembly ring, a guide net mounted at the bottom of the mounting ring, a recycling assembly movably connected to the bottom of the guide net, the recycling assembly including an assembly frame mounted at the bottom end of the guide net, and an elastic net mounted on the bottom wall of the assembly frame.

[0007] Preferably, a connecting post is installed on the outer side of the assembly frame, and a retaining shell is movably installed on the outer side of the connecting post, with the connecting post and the retaining shell connected to the bottom end of the guide net.

[0008] Preferably, a housing is installed on the top of the support platform, and a positioning camera is installed on the top of the housing.

[0009] Preferably, two sets of symmetrically distributed rotating shafts are installed through the inner side of the support platform, and the rotating shafts are located inside the outer shell.

[0010] Preferably, a transmission gear is mounted on the outer side of the rotating shaft, and the outer teeth of the two sets of transmission gears mesh with each other.

[0011] Preferably, a control motor is installed at the bottom of the support platform, a connecting rod is installed on the front wall of the two sets of transmission gears, a connecting shaft is installed through the inner side of the front end of the connecting rod, and a shearing assembly is connected to the front end of the connecting rod through the connecting shaft.

[0012] Preferably, the shearing assembly includes an assembly rod connected to the connecting rod, with a shear blade mounted at the front end of the assembly rod, and an assembly shaft passing through the intersection of the two sets of shear blades.

[0013] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0014] 1. This utility model uses a support ring to fix the bottom end of the support ring to the assembly ring, the outer side of the assembly ring to the mounting ring, and the inner wall of the mounting ring to fix the internal threaded ring to ensure the stability of the internal threaded ring. The inner side of the internal threaded ring limits the fastening bolt through the thread. The fastening bolt rotates and moves against the outer side of the assembly ring to ensure the stability of the mounting ring and facilitate the user to install the mounting ring. The bottom end of the mounting ring is connected to the guide net, and the bottom end of the guide net is connected to the recycling component. The guide net guides the cherry to move downward to prevent the cherry from shifting and facilitates the recycling component to recycle the cherry.

[0015] 2. This utility model features an assembly frame with an elastic net at the bottom supporting the cherries, facilitating cherry reception. The elastic net ensures the safety of the cherries, prevents damage, and improves harvesting quality. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0017] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the support plate structure of this utility model;

[0018] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the support plate structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 4This is a schematic diagram of the mounting ring structure of this utility model;

[0020] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the support platform structure of this utility model.

[0021] In the diagram: 1. Support platform; 2. Outer shell; 3. Positioning camera; 4. Control motor; 5. Rotating shaft; 6. Transmission gear; 7. Connecting rod; 8. Connecting shaft; 9. Assembly rod; 10. Scissor blade; 11. Assembly shaft; 12. Support plate; 13. Support ring; 14. Assembly ring; 15. Mounting ring; 16. Internal threaded ring; 17. Fastening bolt; 18. Guide net; 19. Assembly frame; 20. Elastic net; 21. Connecting column; 22. Clamping device. Detailed Implementation

[0022] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0023] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "both ends," "one end," and "the other end," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0024] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," and "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model according to the specific circumstances.

[0025] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5A cherry harvesting and shearing fallen fruit collection device includes: a support platform 1, a support plate 12 bolted to the front of the support platform 1, a support ring 13 mounted to the front end of the support plate 12, an assembly ring 14 mounted to the bottom end of the support ring 13, a guide assembly mounted to the outside of the assembly ring 14, the guide assembly including an installation ring 15 mounted to the outside of the assembly ring 14, an internally threaded ring 16 mounted to the inside of the installation ring 15, a fastening bolt 17 threaded to the inside of the internally threaded ring 16, the fastening bolt 17 abutting against the outside of the assembly ring 14, a guide net 18 mounted to the bottom of the installation ring 15, a recycling assembly movably connected to the bottom of the guide net 18, the recycling assembly including an assembly frame 19 mounted to the bottom end of the guide net 18, an elastic net 20 mounted to the bottom wall of the assembly frame 19, a connecting post 21 mounted to the outside of the assembly frame 19, a retaining clip 22 movably mounted to the outside of the connecting post 21, and the connecting post 21 and the retaining clip 22 connected to the bottom end of the guide net 18;

[0026] The support platform 1 is fixed to the front support plate 12 to ensure the stability of the support plate 12. The support plate 12 is fixed to the front support ring 13 to ensure the stability of the support ring 13. The bottom end of the support ring 13 is fixedly connected to the assembly ring 14. The outer side of the assembly ring 14 is mated with the mounting ring 15. The inner wall of the mounting ring 15 is fixed to the internal threaded ring 16 to ensure the stability of the internal threaded ring 16. The inner side of the internal threaded ring 16 limits the fastening bolt 17 through the thread. The fastening bolt 17 rotates and moves to abut against the outer side of the assembly ring 14 to ensure the stability of the mounting ring 15. For user convenience, the installation ring 15 is installed. The bottom end of the installation ring 15 is connected to the guide net 18, and the bottom end of the guide net 18 is connected to the recycling assembly. The assembly frame 19 in the recycling assembly is fixed to the outer connecting post 21 to ensure the stability of the connecting post 21. The connecting post 21 limits the outer retaining shell 22. The connecting post 21 and the retaining shell 22 cooperate to connect with the bottom end of the guide net 18. The guide net 18 guides the cherry to move downward. The bottom end of the assembly frame 19 is supported by the elastic net 20 to facilitate the reception of the cherry. The elastic net 20 has elasticity to ensure the safety of the cherry.

[0027] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 The support platform 1 is equipped with a housing 2 on its top, and a positioning camera 3 is installed on the top of the housing 2.

[0028] The positioning camera 3 uses a 5-megapixel CMOS sensor and incorporates an OpenCV image recognition algorithm. It locates ripe cherries using HSV color space thresholds (H: 0-30, S: 100-255, V: 100-255). After recognition, it sends a pulse signal to the control motor 4, driving the shear blades 10 to complete the cutting within 0.5 seconds. It should also be noted that the 5-megapixel CMOS sensor is a mature industrial-grade vision element (such as the OmniVision OV5640, SONY IMX series, etc.), widely used in agricultural sorting, drone navigation, and other fields. Its technical manual (such as the "OV5640 Datasheet") can be obtained through public channels.

[0029] The support platform is fixed to the top outer shell 2 to ensure the stability of the outer shell 2. The outer shell 2 is installed on the outside of the rotating shaft 5 to ensure the safety of the inner transmission gear 6. The positioning camera 3 is fixed on the top of the outer shell 2. The positioning camera 3 captures images from the front to improve the accuracy of cherry picking.

[0030] Please see Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3 , Figure 4 and Figure 5 Two sets of symmetrically distributed rotating shafts 5 are installed through the inner side of the support platform 1. The rotating shafts 5 are located inside the outer shell 2. Transmission gears 6 are installed on the outer side of the rotating shafts 5. The outer teeth of the two sets of transmission gears 6 mesh with each other. A control motor 4 is installed at the bottom of the support platform 1. A connecting rod 7 is installed on the front wall of the two sets of transmission gears 6. A connecting shaft 8 is installed through the inner side of the front end of the connecting rod 7. The front end of the connecting rod 7 is connected to a shearing assembly through the connecting shaft 8. The shearing assembly includes an assembly rod 9 connected to the connecting rod 7. A shear blade 10 is installed at the front end of the assembly rod 9. An assembly shaft 11 is installed through the intersection of the two sets of shear blades 10.

[0031] The support platform 1 supports the inner rotating shaft 5, ensuring the smooth rotation of the rotating shaft 5. The control motor 4 drives the output rotating shaft 5 to rotate. The rotation of the rotating shaft 5 drives the outer transmission gear 6 to rotate. The rotation of the transmission gear 6 drives another set of transmission gears 6 to rotate through the outer retaining teeth. The relative rotation of the two sets of transmission gears 6 drives the connecting rod 7 to adjust its angle. The front ends of the two sets of connecting rods 7 are connected to the shearing assembly through the connecting shaft 8. The shearing assembly consists of the assembly rod 9, the scissor blades 10, and the assembly shaft 11. The angle adjustment of the connecting rod 7 drives the connecting shaft 8 to move. The connecting shaft 8 drives the assembly rod 9 to adjust its angle. The front end of the assembly rod 9 is fixedly connected to the scissor blades 10. The two sets of scissor blades 10 adjust their angle around the center of the assembly shaft 11. The front end of the scissor blades 10 cuts the cherries.

[0032] Working principle: The control motor 4 drives the output rotating shaft 5 to rotate. The rotation of the rotating shaft 5 drives the outer transmission gear 6 to rotate. The rotation of the transmission gear 6 drives another set of transmission gears 6 to rotate through the outer retaining teeth. The relative rotation of the two sets of transmission gears 6 drives the connecting rod 7 to adjust its angle. The front ends of the two sets of connecting rods 7 are connected to the shearing assembly through the connecting shaft 8. The shearing assembly consists of the assembly rod 9, the scissor blades 10, and the assembly shaft 11. The angle adjustment of the connecting rod 7 drives the connecting shaft 8 to move. The connecting shaft 8 drives the assembly rod 9 to adjust its angle. The front end of the assembly rod 9 is fixedly connected to the scissor blades 10. The two sets of scissor blades 10 adjust their angle around the center of the assembly shaft 11. The front end of the scissor blades 10 cuts the cherry. The cherry falls to the inside of the mounting ring 15. The guide net 18 guides the cherry to move downward. The bottom end of the assembly frame 19 is supported by the elastic net 20 for easy cherry reception. The elastic net 20 has elasticity to ensure the safety of the cherry.

[0033] 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 illustrative 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. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A cherry harvesting and falling fruit collection device, characterized in that, include: A support platform (1) is provided, with a support plate (12) bolted to the front of the support platform (1). A support ring (13) is mounted at the front end of the support plate (12). An assembly ring (14) is mounted at the bottom end of the support ring (13). A guide assembly is mounted on the outside of the assembly ring (14). The guide assembly includes an installation ring (15) mounted on the outside of the assembly ring (14). An internal threaded ring (16) is mounted on the inside of the installation ring (15). A fastening bolt (17) is threaded onto the inside of the internal threaded ring (16). The fastening bolt (17) abuts against the outside of the assembly ring (14). A guide net (18) is mounted at the bottom of the installation ring (15). A recycling assembly is movably connected to the bottom of the guide net (18). The recycling assembly includes an assembly frame (19) mounted at the bottom end of the guide net (18). An elastic net (20) is mounted on the bottom wall of the assembly frame (19).

2. The cherry harvesting and falling fruit collection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A connecting post (21) is installed on the outside of the assembly frame (19), and a retainer (22) is movably installed on the outside of the connecting post (21). The connecting post (21) and the retainer (22) are connected to the bottom end of the guide net (18).

3. The cherry harvesting and falling fruit collection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The support platform (1) is equipped with a housing (2) on its top, and a positioning camera (3) is installed on the top of the housing (2).

4. The cherry harvesting and falling fruit collection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: Two sets of symmetrically distributed rotating shafts (5) are installed through the inner side of the support platform (1), and the rotating shafts (5) are located inside the outer shell (2).

5. A cherry harvesting and falling fruit collection device according to claim 4, characterized in that: A transmission gear (6) is installed on the outer side of the rotating shaft (5), and the outer teeth of the two sets of transmission gears (6) mesh with each other.

6. A cherry harvesting and falling fruit collection device according to claim 5, characterized in that: A control motor (4) is installed at the bottom of the support platform (1), and a connecting rod (7) is installed on the front wall of the two sets of transmission gears (6). A connecting shaft (8) is installed through the inner side of the front end of the connecting rod (7), and a shearing component is connected to the front end of the connecting rod (7) through the connecting shaft (8).

7. A cherry harvesting and falling fruit collection device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The shearing assembly includes an assembly rod (9) connected to a connecting rod (7), with a shear blade (10) mounted at the front end of the assembly rod (9), and an assembly shaft (11) passing through the intersection of the two sets of shear blades (10).

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  • Cherry picking device

    CN219437614U