Meat product picking device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a meat product picking device. The meat product picking device comprises a conveying mechanism, a high-voltage electricity detecting mechanism, an image detecting mechanism and a removing mechanism. The conveying mechanism can be used for conveying meat products; the high-voltage detection mechanism comprises a first detection part and a second detection part, and the first detection part and the second detection part can be used for detecting whether the meat product is qualified or not; the image detection mechanism comprises a camera, and the camera can detect whether the meat product is qualified or not by acquiring image information of the meat product; the removing mechanism comprises a first executing part and a second executing part, the first executing part can remove the meat products which are detected to be unqualified products according to the current from the conveying mechanism, and the second executing part can remove the meat products which are detected to be unqualified products according to the image information from the conveying mechanism. The meat product picking device disclosed by the utility model can improve the detection efficiency and the detection accuracy of the quality inspection of the existing meat product externally wrapped with the protective clothing, and reduces the detection cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of meat product production technology, and in particular to a meat product sorting device. Background Technology

[0002] In recent years, with the continuous development of the food industry, ham sausages, as meat products with protective casings, contain high-quality protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals, and their market demand is increasing. Moderate consumption of ham sausages can provide the body with essential nutrients; therefore, ham sausages have become an indispensable food on people's tables. Currently, ham sausages typically require testing the sealing of their casings after production to ensure long-term preservation. This usually involves manual or image-based inspection. Manual inspection is time-consuming and labor-intensive. When testing large quantities of ham sausages, manual inspection is not only inefficient but also has a high false positive rate, easily leading to missed detections. Furthermore, some small holes are difficult to detect with the naked eye, resulting in problems such as microbial contamination and spoilage. Although image-based inspection can improve efficiency compared to manual inspection, it requires a longer production line to comprehensively test large quantities of ham sausages, thus avoiding missed detections. In addition, image-based inspection is costly and requires complex maintenance. Utility Model Content

[0003] This invention aims to solve at least one of the technical problems existing in the prior art. Therefore, one objective of this invention is to provide a meat product sorting device that improves the detection efficiency and accuracy of meat products with existing external protective coatings, while reducing detection costs.

[0004] A meat product sorting device according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a conveying mechanism configured to sequentially convey the meat products; a high-voltage detection mechanism including a first and second energized detection unit, the first and second detection units being able to contact a protective covering of the meat products to generate a current on the surface of the protective covering, the current being configured to detect whether the meat products are qualified; an image detection mechanism including a camera configured to acquire image information of the meat products, the image information being configured to detect whether the meat products are qualified; and a rejection mechanism including a first and second execution unit, the first execution unit being configured to reject meat products that are detected as unqualified according to the current from the conveying mechanism, and the second execution unit being configured to reject meat products that are detected as unqualified according to the image information from the conveying mechanism.

[0005] According to the meat product sorting device of this utility model embodiment, meat products can be conveyed to a high-voltage electrical detection mechanism via a conveying mechanism. The high-voltage electrical detection mechanism can then detect damage to the protective coating of the meat products, accurately identifying minute damage that is difficult to detect with the naked eye. The meat products are then conveyed to an image detection mechanism via the conveying mechanism, where the image detection mechanism can detect the appearance characteristics of the meat products, such as shape, color, and surface defects. The combined detection by the high-voltage electrical detection mechanism and the image detection mechanism improves the comprehensiveness and accuracy of meat product detection, reducing the probability of missed and false detections. The rejection mechanism includes a first execution unit and a second execution unit, which can separately reject unqualified meat products detected by the high-voltage electrical detection mechanism and the image detection mechanism from the conveying mechanism. This allows for classified rejection and subsequent recycling, preventing unqualified products from entering subsequent processing or sales stages, reducing losses due to defective product handling and customer complaints, and lowering production costs.

[0006] In some embodiments of this utility model, the conveying mechanism includes a conveying component and a plurality of rollers. The plurality of rollers are disposed on the conveying component and arranged sequentially along the conveying direction of the conveying component. Each roller can rotate on its own, and the plurality of rollers have different identity information.

[0007] In some embodiments of this utility model, there are multiple high-voltage detection mechanisms, and the multiple high-voltage detection mechanisms are arranged at intervals along the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism.

[0008] In some embodiments of this utility model, there are two first detection units, which are positive electrodes of high voltage and can contact both ends of the protective clothing along its length. The second detection unit is located between the two first detection units, which are negative electrodes of high voltage and can contact the middle position of the protective clothing.

[0009] In some embodiments of this utility model, the high-voltage detection mechanism includes a first detection bracket and a detection component. The first detection bracket is connected to the transmission mechanism, and the detection component is disposed on the first detection bracket and electrically connected to the first detection part and the second detection part; wherein the first detection part and the second detection part are chains made of metal material.

[0010] In some embodiments of this utility model, the detection component includes a transformer and a control circuit board. The transformer is connected to an external power source, and the control circuit board is electrically connected to the transformer, the first detection unit, and the second detection unit.

[0011] In some embodiments of this utility model, the image detection mechanism includes a second detection bracket, a first linear drive member, and a second linear drive member. The second detection bracket is used to support itself on the ground. The first linear drive member is disposed on the second detection bracket and has a first moving end that moves in the horizontal direction. The second linear drive member is disposed on the first moving end and has a second moving end that moves in the vertical direction. The camera is disposed on the second moving end.

[0012] In some embodiments of this utility model, the rejection mechanism includes a compressed air device, a first pipe, a second pipe, and an air outlet component. The compressed air device has a first air outlet and a second air outlet. The first actuator and the second actuator are jet nozzles provided on the air outlet component. The first actuator is connected to the first air outlet through the first pipe, and the second actuator is connected to the second air outlet through the second pipe.

[0013] In some embodiments of this utility model, the rejection mechanism includes a first sensor and a second sensor. The first sensor is configured to supply high-pressure gas to the first actuator when the compressed air device senses that a non-conforming meat product detected by the high-voltage detection mechanism has arrived. The second sensor is configured to supply high-pressure gas to the second actuator when the compressed air device senses that a non-conforming meat product detected by the image detection mechanism has arrived.

[0014] In some embodiments of this utility model, the meat product sorting device includes a control component, which is electrically or communicatively connected to the high-voltage detection mechanism, the image detection mechanism, and the rejection mechanism. The control component can determine whether the meat product is qualified based on the current between the first detection unit and the second detection unit, and control the first execution unit to reject the unqualified meat product from the conveying mechanism. Furthermore, the control component can determine whether the meat product is qualified based on the image information detected by the camera, and control the second execution unit to reject the unqualified meat product from the conveying mechanism.

[0015] Additional aspects and advantages of this invention will be set forth in part in the description which follows, and in part will be obvious from the description, or may be learned by practice of the invention. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The above and / or additional aspects and advantages of this utility model will become apparent and readily understood from the description of the embodiments taken in conjunction with the following drawings, in which:

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a meat product sorting device according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0018] Figure 2 This is a top view of a meat product sorting device according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a partial structural schematic diagram of a meat product sorting device according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0020] Figure 4 yes Figure 1 A magnified view of a portion of point I;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a half-sectional view of a high-voltage detection mechanism according to some embodiments of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 6 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of section II;

[0023] Figure 7 yes Figure 1 Enlarged view of section III;

[0024] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an image detection mechanism according to some embodiments of the present invention.

[0025] Figure label:

[0026] 100. Meat product sorting device;

[0027] 10. Conveying mechanism;

[0028] 11. Conveying components; 12. Rollers;

[0029] 20. High-voltage electrical testing agency;

[0030] 21. First detection unit; 22. Second detection unit; 23. First detection bracket; 24. Detection component; 241. Transformer; 242. Control circuit board;

[0031] 30. Image inspection agencies;

[0032] 31. Camera; 32. Second detection bracket; 33. First linear drive; 34. Second linear drive; 35. First moving end; 36. Second moving end; 37. Illumination component;

[0033] 40. Elimination of institutions;

[0034] 41. First actuator; 42. Second actuator; 43. Compressed air equipment; 43a. First air outlet; 43b. Second air outlet; 44. First pipe; 45. Second pipe; 46. Air outlet component; 47. First sensor; 48. Second sensor; 49. Removal bracket;

[0035] 50. First Collection Box;

[0036] 60. Second collection box;

[0037] 70. Control components;

[0038] 80. Feeding components;

[0039] 90. Material feeding component. Detailed Implementation

[0040] The embodiments of this utility model are described in detail below. Examples of these embodiments are shown in the accompanying drawings, wherein the same or similar reference numerals denote the same or similar elements or elements having the same or similar functions throughout. The embodiments described below with reference to the accompanying drawings are exemplary and are only used to explain this utility model, and should not be construed as limiting this utility model.

[0041] In the description of this utility model, it should be understood that the terms "center", "longitudinal", "transverse", "length", "width", "thickness", "upper", "lower", "front", "rear", "left", "right", "vertical", "horizontal", "top", "bottom", "inner", "outer", "clockwise", "counterclockwise", "axial", "radial", "circumferential", etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this utility model and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model.

[0042] Furthermore, features specified as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include one or more of the same feature, used to distinguish and describe features, without any order or distinction of importance.

[0043] In the description of this utility model, unless otherwise stated, "a plurality of" means two or more.

[0044] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal connection of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0045] The following is for reference. Figures 1-7 This describes a meat product sorting device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0046] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, a meat product sorting device 100 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes: a conveying mechanism 10, a high-voltage detection mechanism 20, an image detection mechanism 30, and a rejection mechanism 40. The conveying mechanism 10 is configured to sequentially convey meat products; the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 includes a first detector 21 and a second detector 22 that are energized, the first detector 21 and the second detector 22 being able to contact the protective clothing of the meat products to form a current on the surface of the protective clothing, the current being configured to be used to detect whether the meat products are qualified; the image detection mechanism 30 includes a camera 31, the camera 31 being used to acquire image information of the meat products, the image information being configured to be used to detect whether the meat products are qualified; the rejection mechanism 40 includes a first execution part 41 and a second execution part 42, the first execution part 41 being configured to reject meat products that are unqualified according to the current detection from the conveying mechanism 10, and the second execution part 42 being configured to reject meat products that are unqualified according to the image information from the conveying mechanism 10.

[0047] The conveying mechanism 10 can refer to the mechanism that conveys meat products to the high-voltage electrical detection mechanism 20. The conveying mechanism 10 can be, but is not limited to, a roller conveyor belt, a belt conveyor belt, and a chain plate conveyor belt, etc.

[0048] The high-voltage detection mechanism 20 refers to a device that uses high-voltage electricity to detect whether the protective coating of meat products is damaged. High-voltage electricity can refer to a voltage of 0kV to 40kV, and the specific voltage value will be adjusted according to different types of meat products, protective coating materials, and other factors to achieve the best detection effect. The high-voltage detection mechanism 20 includes a first detection unit 21 and a second detection unit 22 that can be energized. The meat products are conveyed to the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 via the conveying mechanism 10. The first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22 can contact the protective coating of the meat products to form a current on the surface of the protective coating. If the protective coating of the meat products is intact and undamaged (i.e., the protective coating has no defects), the current will flow on the surface of the protective coating according to the normal path and intensity; that is, a stable micro-current can be formed on the surface of the protective coating of the meat products. If the protective coating of the meat products is damaged (i.e., the protective coating has defects), the current will change. It can be understood that the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 can detect whether the protective coating of the meat products is damaged by changes in current, thereby determining whether the meat products are qualified.

[0049] Image inspection agency 30 can refer to an agency that inspects whether meat products are qualified. The qualification inspection criteria can be whether the protective clothing is damaged and / or whether the shape of the meat products is deformed, etc. Image inspection agency 30 includes camera 31. The field of view of camera 31 can be able to capture at least one or more meat products. The number of meat products that can be captured can be two, three, four, five, etc.

[0050] The rejection mechanism 40 refers to the mechanism that rejects substandard meat products detected by the high-voltage electrical detection mechanism 20 and the image detection mechanism 30. The rejection mechanism 40 can be, but is not limited to, mechanical, compressed air, and negative pressure types. The first execution unit 41 and the second execution unit 42 refer to the two execution mechanisms of the rejection mechanism 40. The first execution unit 41 can be used to reject substandard products screened by the high-voltage electrical detection mechanism 20, and the second execution unit 42 can be used to reject substandard products screened by the image detection mechanism 30. It is understood that the first execution unit 41 and the second execution unit 42 can classify and reject substandard products screened by the high-voltage electrical detection mechanism 20 and the image detection mechanism 30, facilitating the classification and processing of different types of substandard products.

[0051] It should be noted that the aforementioned meat products with protective coatings can be, but are not limited to, vacuum-packed foods such as ham sausages, cured meat, luncheon meat, braised eggs, braised beef, roast chicken, and pressed duck. The shape of the meat products can also be, but is not limited to, cylindrical, oval, spherical, square, etc.

[0052] According to the embodiment of this utility model, the meat product sorting device 100 can convey meat products to the high-voltage electric detection mechanism 20 via the conveying mechanism 10. The high-voltage electric detection mechanism 20 can detect damage to the protective clothing of the meat products, accurately identifying minute damage that is difficult to detect with the naked eye. The meat products are then conveyed to the image detection mechanism 30 via the conveying mechanism 10, where the image detection mechanism 30 can detect the appearance characteristics of the meat products, such as shape, color, and surface defects. The combined detection by the high-voltage electric detection mechanism 20 and the image detection mechanism 30 improves the comprehensiveness and accuracy of meat product detection, reducing the probability of missed and false detections. The rejection mechanism 40 includes a first execution part 41 and a second execution part 42, which can reject unqualified meat products detected by the high-voltage electric detection mechanism 20 and the image detection mechanism 30 from the conveying mechanism 10. This allows for classification, rejection, and subsequent recycling, preventing unqualified products from entering subsequent processing or sales stages, reducing losses due to defective product handling and customer complaints, and lowering production costs.

[0053] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 2 The conveying mechanism 10 includes a conveying component 11 and multiple rollers 12. The multiple rollers 12 are mounted on the conveying component 11 and arranged sequentially along the conveying direction of the conveying component 11. Each roller 12 can rotate on its own, and the multiple rollers 12 have different identity information.

[0054] The conveying component 11 can serve as a carrying platform for the meat products and the rollers 12, providing stable support for them. The conveying component 11 can be, but is not limited to, a conveyor belt, a conveyor chain, etc.

[0055] The rollers 12 can move under the drive of the conveying component 11, thereby conveying meat products. For example, meat products can be placed between two adjacent rollers 12 and conveyed together with the rollers 12 under the drive of the conveying component 11. The rollers 12 can have independent drive components, such as motors, to achieve self-rotation. Alternatively, the rollers 12 can rotate by contacting other components during the movement of the conveying component 11. For example, the conveying component 11 is a chain, each roller 12 is hinged to the chain, and multiple rollers 12 have support plates at their bottoms, contacting the support plates. Thus, as the rollers 12 are conveyed forward under the drive of the conveying component 11, they roll on the support plates, thereby achieving self-rotation.

[0056] "Arranged sequentially along the conveying direction of the conveying component 11," the sequential direction can be referenced. Figure 2 It is the direction from right to left.

[0057] "Multiple rollers 12 have different identity information" can mean that each roller 12 has an independent code and there is no duplicate code. This code can be, but is not limited to, barcodes, QR codes, etc. "Multiple rollers 12 have different identity information" can also mean that each roller 12 has an independent sensing component. The sensing component can be, but is not limited to, RFID tags, etc.

[0058] In the above technical solution, each roller 12 has different identification information, enabling precise positioning of meat products during the conveying process. When the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 and the image detection mechanism 30 detect defective products, the meat product picking device 100 can quickly and accurately determine the location of the defective products based on the identification information of the roller 12. Moreover, since the roller 12 can rotate, it can also drive the meat products to rotate, which is beneficial for the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 and the image detection mechanism 30 to detect multiple sides of the meat products, improving the comprehensiveness of meat product detection and avoiding blind spots.

[0059] Optionally, the distance between any two adjacent rollers 12 is 10mm.

[0060] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 3 There are multiple high-voltage detection mechanisms 20, and the multiple high-voltage detection mechanisms 20 are arranged at intervals along the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism 10.

[0061] The term "multiple high-voltage electrical testing institutions 20" can refer to the number of high-voltage electrical testing institutions 20 being two or more, such as two, three, four, five, etc.

[0062] In the above technical solution, the meat products are rotated by the roller 12 and then pass through multiple high-voltage electric detection mechanisms 20 arranged at intervals. This can further ensure that each surface area of ​​the meat products can be detected, thereby improving the comprehensiveness of meat product detection. In other words, multiple high-voltage electric detection mechanisms 20 can achieve multi-level detection of meat products, further reducing the probability of missed detection, improving detection accuracy, and ensuring that more meat products with quality problems can be discovered.

[0063] In some embodiments of this invention, the spacing between any two adjacent high-voltage detection mechanisms 20 in the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism 10 is 25-35 mm. That is, the interval between any two adjacent high-voltage detection mechanisms 20 can be, but is not limited to, 25 mm, 26 mm, 27 mm, 28 mm, 29 mm, 30 mm, 31 mm, 32 mm, 33 mm, 34 mm, 35 mm, etc. By setting the interval between any two adjacent high-voltage detection mechanisms 20 within the above range, multiple high-voltage detection mechanisms 20 can detect different surface areas of the meat product as much as possible, thereby improving the comprehensiveness of the detection of the protective coating on the meat product.

[0064] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 4 and Figure 5 There are two first detection units 21, which are positive terminals of high voltage and can contact both ends of the protective clothing along its length. The second detection unit 22 is located between the two first detection units 21, which are negative terminals of high voltage and can contact the middle position of the protective clothing.

[0065] In the above technical solution, the two first detection units 21 are located at both ends of the protective clothing along its length and are high-voltage positive electrodes, while the middle second detection unit 22 is a high-voltage negative electrode. This can create a relatively uniform and stable electric field on the surface of the protective clothing. The uniform electric field allows the current to pass through the protective clothing more evenly, avoiding the problem of inaccurate local detection caused by uneven electric field. On the other hand, the middle second detection unit 22 and the first detection unit 21 at one end can cooperate to form a stable microcurrent on the surface of the protective clothing of meat products. The middle second detection unit 22 and the first detection unit 21 at the other end can cooperate to form another stable microcurrent on the surface of the protective clothing of meat products. This enables zoned detection of the protective clothing surface, further improving the accuracy of detection.

[0066] The protective covering for meat products can be an all-plastic structure, or it can include a plastic covering and metal buckles. The metal buckles are located at both ends of the plastic covering, and the material of the metal buckles can be, but is not limited to, aluminum, iron, and copper. For example, the meat product can be a sausage, the plastic covering can be the sausage casing, and the metal buckles can be aluminum buckles at both ends of the casing. In the example above, the first detection unit 21 can overlap with the aluminum buckles, and the second detection unit 22 can contact the casing.

[0067] In some embodiments of this invention, the first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22 provide opposite electrode polarities. The opposite electrode polarities create a complete current loop on the surface of the meat product protective coating. When the protective coating is damaged, the resistance at the damaged point changes, and the magnitude and direction of the current change significantly. The damage to the meat product protective coating is determined by detecting the change in current.

[0068] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 4 and Figure 5 The high-voltage detection mechanism 20 includes a first detection bracket 23 and a detection component 24. The first detection bracket 23 is connected to the transmission mechanism 10. The detection component 24 is mounted on the first detection bracket 23 and is electrically connected to the first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22. The first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22 are chains made of metal.

[0069] "The first detection bracket 23 is connected to the conveying mechanism 10" can mean that the first detection bracket 23 is connected to the frame of the conveying mechanism 10, and can be located on the side of the frame.

[0070] In the above technical solution, the first detection bracket 23 provides a stable support structure for the high-voltage detection mechanism 20, ensuring that the detection component 24 is in a suitable position and height, enabling it to accurately detect the meat products on the conveying mechanism 10. The detection component 24 is electrically connected to the first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22, and can obtain the detection results of the first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22. The first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22 are made of metal chains. Metal has good conductivity and can effectively conduct high-voltage current, forming a stable current loop between the first detection unit 21, the second detection unit 22 and the protective clothing of the meat products, thereby accurately detecting the damage to the protective clothing.

[0071] Understandably, metal chains possess a degree of flexibility and bendability, allowing them to better adapt to the shape of meat products and their movement during transport. They fit snugly against the protective casing, ensuring uniform current distribution, improving detection accuracy and reliability, and reducing blind spots. Furthermore, the metal chains of the first and second detection units (21 and 22) facilitate easy attachment to the protective casing of the meat products. For example, when the meat product is a sausage, the metal chain allows for good contact with the casing and the aluminum buckles at both ends, thereby improving detection reliability.

[0072] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 5 The detection component 24 includes a transformer 241 and a control circuit board 242 (which can be understood as a PCB board in the industry). The transformer 241 is connected to an external power supply, and the control circuit board 242 is electrically connected to the transformer 241, the first detection unit 21, and the second detection unit 22.

[0073] In the above technical solution, transformer 241 can be connected to an external power source, converting the externally input power voltage into a specific voltage suitable for the high-voltage detection mechanism 20. For example, it can convert a common 220V voltage into high-voltage electricity. Through the transformer 241's transformation function, a stable and suitable high-voltage current can be provided to the high-voltage detection mechanism 20, ensuring the stability of the electric field strength during the detection process and improving the accuracy and reliability of the detection results. Control circuit board 242, electrically connected to transformer 241, can precisely control and adjust the output voltage of transformer 241. Control circuit board 242 is also electrically connected to the first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22, allowing real-time monitoring of current changes. By analyzing these current changes, it can promptly and accurately determine whether the meat products are qualified for testing.

[0074] It is understandable that a specific voltage can refer to high voltage, ranging from 0kV to 40kV.

[0075] Optionally, the transformer 241 can be electrically connected to the first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22, and the control circuit board 242 can be electrically connected to the transformer 241, the first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22 respectively.

[0076] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 6 and Figure 8 The image detection mechanism 30 includes a second detection bracket 32, a first linear drive member 33, and a second linear drive member 34. The second detection bracket 32 ​​is used to support the ground. The first linear drive member 33 is disposed on the second detection bracket 32 ​​and has a first moving end 35 that moves in the horizontal direction. The second linear drive member 34 is disposed on the first moving end 35 and has a second moving end 36 that moves in the vertical direction. The camera 31 is disposed on the second moving end 36.

[0077] "Horizontal direction" can be referenced. Figure 3 The left and right directions.

[0078] "Vertical direction" can be referenced. Figure 3 The up and down directions.

[0079] "The second detection bracket 32 ​​is used to support the ground" can be understood as the second detection bracket 32 ​​being placed on the ground and can be arranged on the side of the conveying mechanism 10.

[0080] In the above technical solution, the second detection bracket 32 ​​is supported on the ground, providing a stable support structure for the image detection mechanism 30. The first linear drive member 33 allows the camera 31 to move horizontally, and the second linear drive member 34 allows the camera 31 to move vertically. This allows the camera 31 to flexibly adjust its position according to the size and height of the meat products and its position on the conveyor mechanism 10, thereby adjusting the shooting range of the camera 31 to ensure that each meat product can be detected and improve the accuracy of detection.

[0081] Optionally, camera 31 can be, but is not limited to, a vision camera, an industrial camera, etc.

[0082] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 6 The image detection mechanism 30 includes an illumination component 37, which is disposed on the second moving end 36 and is used to supplement the light source for the camera 31 to capture images.

[0083] The lighting component 37 can be, but is not limited to, LED lights, incandescent lights, etc.

[0084] It is understandable that by setting the lighting component 37 on the second detection bracket 32, sufficient light source can be provided for the camera 31 to take pictures, thereby improving the accuracy of the camera 31 in detecting the appearance of meat products.

[0085] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 7 The rejection mechanism 40 includes a compressed air device 43, a first pipe 44, a second pipe 45, and an air outlet component 46. The compressed air device 43 has a first air outlet 43a and a second air outlet 43b. The first actuator 41 and the second actuator 42 are air jets provided on the air outlet component 46. The first actuator 41 is connected to the first air outlet 43a through the first pipe 44, and the second actuator 42 is connected to the second air outlet 43b through the second pipe 45.

[0086] Compressed air equipment 43 can refer to a series of devices that can compress and store air to provide compressed air power for various equipment and systems.

[0087] In the above technical solution, the first air outlet 43a of the compressed air device 43 is connected to the first actuator 41 through the first pipe 44, and the second air outlet 43b is connected to the second actuator 42 through the second pipe 45. When unqualified meat products are detected, the first air outlet 43a and the second air outlet 43b of the compressed air device 43 independently control the first actuator 41 and the second actuator 42 respectively, selectively opening the corresponding air jets to remove the unqualified meat products from the conveying mechanism 10 with compressed air.

[0088] Specifically, when the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 detects a change in the current on the surface of the protective coating of the meat product, it can identify the currently tested meat product as a defective product. At this time, the first air outlet 43a of the compressed air device 43 supplies compressed gas to the first pipe 44, and one air jet of the air outlet component 46 blows the detected defective product away from the conveying mechanism 10. When the image detection mechanism 30 detects that the shape of the meat product does not meet the requirements, it can identify the currently tested meat product as a defective product. At this time, the second air outlet 43b of the compressed air device 43 supplies compressed gas to the second pipe 45, and another air jet of the air outlet component 46 blows the detected defective meat product away from the conveying mechanism 10.

[0089] Understandably, by configuring the rejection mechanism 40 to use compressed air to remove substandard meat products, it avoids contact with the surface of the meat products during the entire rejection process. This prevents damage to the meat products, facilitates subsequent processing, and prevents damage or breakage of the meat products during rejection, thus avoiding secondary contamination of the factory environment and preventing secondary pollution during meat production.

[0090] Optionally, the shape of the air jet can be, but is not limited to, flat, circular, rectangular, etc. Among them, when the shape of the air jet is flat, that is, the air jet is in the shape of a "I" shape, the air jet with this shape can provide high-speed airflow, thereby making the blown airflow have a greater force, which is conducive to blowing the meat products away from the conveyor mechanism 10 and improving the rejection success rate.

[0091] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figures 1 to 3 The meat product sorting device 100 includes a first collection box 50 and a second collection box 60. The first collection box 50 is used to collect meat products rejected by the first execution unit 41 from the conveying mechanism 10, and the second collection box 60 is used to collect meat products rejected by the second execution unit 42 from the conveying mechanism 10.

[0092] In the above technical solution, since the first execution unit 41 and the second execution unit 42 respectively remove the unqualified meat products detected by the high voltage detection mechanism 20 and the image detection mechanism 30 into the first collection box 50 and the second collection box 60, it is convenient for staff to separately count and analyze the meat products that are removed for different reasons, thereby improving the efficiency of subsequent processing.

[0093] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 7The rejection mechanism 40 includes a first sensor 47 and a second sensor 48. The first sensor 47 is configured to supply high-pressure gas to the first actuator 41 when a non-conforming meat product detected by the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 is detected. The second sensor 48 is configured to supply high-pressure gas to the second actuator 42 when a non-conforming meat product detected by the image detection mechanism 30 is detected.

[0094] In conjunction with the preceding text, since each roller 12 of the conveying mechanism 10 has independent identification information, when the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 detects that the meat product at the location of a certain roller 12 is a defective product, the first sensor 47, after sensing the identification information of that roller 12, can supply high-pressure gas to the first actuator 43 to blow the defective meat product away from the conveying mechanism 10. When the image detection mechanism 30 detects that the meat product at the location of a certain roller 12 is a defective product, the second sensor 48, after sensing the identification information of that roller 12, can supply high-pressure gas to the second actuator 42 to blow the defective meat product away from the conveying mechanism 10.

[0095] Optionally, the first sensor 47 and the second sensor 48 can be, but are not limited to, scanning devices, sensing detection devices, etc. In conjunction with the preceding text, the identification information of the roller 12 can be a QR code or barcode, and the first sensor 47 and the second sensor 48 can be scanning devices. The identification information of the roller 12 can also be an RFID tag, which stores identification information. In this case, the first sensor 47 and the second sensor 48 can be induction coils.

[0096] In the above technical solution, the first sensing element 47 and the second sensing element 48 can accurately and promptly detect the unqualified meat products detected by the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 and the image detection mechanism 30, and then use the compressed air equipment 43 to provide high-pressure gas to the first execution unit 41 and the second execution unit 42 respectively to remove the unqualified meat products for different reasons, thereby improving the accuracy of removal, reducing the product loss rate, and thus saving production costs.

[0097] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 7 The rejection mechanism 40 includes a rejection bracket 49, which is supported on the ground or connected to the conveying mechanism 10. A compressed air device 43 is mounted on the rejection bracket 49. It is understood that the rejection bracket 49 provides a mounting and support position for the compressed air device 43, preventing it from interfering with the operation of the conveying mechanism 10. The rejection bracket 49 can be supported on the ground or connected to the frame of the conveying mechanism 10.

[0098] Optionally, the ejector bracket 49 is located on the side of the conveying mechanism 10.

[0099] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figures 1 to 3 The meat product sorting device 100 includes a control unit 70, which is electrically or communicatively connected to the high-voltage detection mechanism 20, the image detection mechanism 30, and the rejection mechanism 40. The control unit 70 can determine whether the meat product is qualified based on the current between the first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22, and control the first execution unit 41 to reject the unqualified meat product from the conveying mechanism 10. The control unit 70 can also determine whether the meat product is qualified based on the image information detected by the camera 31, and control the second execution unit 42 to reject the unqualified meat product from the conveying mechanism 10.

[0100] In the above technical solution, the electrical or communication connection between the control component 70 and each mechanism automates the entire sorting process without human intervention. The meat product sorting device 100 can operate automatically and continuously, reducing the impact of human factors on the meat product sorting process, improving the stability and consistency of the meat product sorting device 100, and increasing the accuracy of the detection results. In other words, the control component 70 is used to control each mechanism of the entire meat product sorting device 100, such as the conveying mechanism 10, the high-voltage detection mechanism 20, the image detection mechanism 30, and the rejection mechanism 40, thereby facilitating intelligent sorting of the meat product sorting device 100. The control component 70 can refer to, but is not limited to, a control host, control cabinet, etc.

[0101] The neatly arranged meat products enter the conveyor mechanism 10, first passing through the high-voltage detection mechanism 20. The number of the roller 12 containing the meat products with leakage micropores is transmitted to the control unit 70. At the exit of the conveyor mechanism 10 (see...), Figure 1 At the right end of the conveyor mechanism 10, the roller 12 triggers the rejection mechanism 40. Meat products with leaking micropores are rejected from the roller 12 by the first actuator 41 and fall into the first collection box 50 along a dedicated channel. Subsequently, the meat products enter the image detection mechanism 30. The number of the roller 12 containing the meat products with abnormal appearance is transmitted to the control unit 70. At the exit of the conveyor mechanism 10, the roller 12 triggers the rejection mechanism 40 and is rejected from the roller 12 by the second actuator 42, falling into the second collection box 60.

[0102] Understandably, the control unit 70 can control the operation of the conveying mechanism 10, and can also determine whether the meat products are qualified based on the detection information of the high voltage detection mechanism 20, and obtain the detection result of the high voltage detection mechanism 20. It can also determine whether the meat products are qualified based on the image information detected by the image detection mechanism 30, and obtain the detection result of the image detection mechanism 30.

[0103] The control unit 70 precisely controls the first execution unit 41 and the second execution unit 42 of the rejection mechanism 40 based on the detection results. After the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 detects that a cut-out meat product is defective, the control unit 70 promptly controls the first execution unit 41 to remove it from the conveyor mechanism 10. Similarly, after the image detection mechanism 30 detects that a cut-out meat product is defective, it controls the second execution unit 42 to perform the rejection operation. This ensures that all defective meat products are removed, avoiding the accidental rejection of qualified products, improving product quality and production efficiency, and reducing unnecessary product waste.

[0104] In some embodiments of this utility model, the control component 70 has a touch screen display. The touch screen display can display the detection information of the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 and the image screen detected by the image detection mechanism 30 in real time. It can also display the type and real-time quantity information of meat products. It can be understood that the touch screen display can display the total quantity of meat products processed by the control component 70, the quantity of meat products detected by the high-voltage detection mechanism 20, the quantity of qualified products and the quantity of unqualified products, and the quantity of meat products detected by the image detection mechanism 30, the quantity of qualified products and the quantity of unqualified products.

[0105] In some embodiments of this utility model, reference is made to Figure 1 and Figure 2 The intelligent meat product sorting device includes a feeding component 80 and a discharging component 90. The feeding component 80 is located at one end of the conveying mechanism 10 and is used to provide meat products to be inspected, while the discharging component 90 is located at the other end of the conveying mechanism 10 and is used to transport qualified meat products. The entire process eliminates the need for frequent manual feeding and discharging of meat products, improving the automation of the sorting process, reducing labor costs, and also improving the production and inspection efficiency of meat products.

[0106] For example, meat products can be manually placed into the conveyor mechanism 10 in an orderly manner. Optionally, the loading component 80 and the unloading component 90 can be conveying mechanisms, and can be, but are not limited to, conveyor belts, conveyor rollers, etc.

[0107] The following is combined Figures 1 to 8 This describes a specific embodiment of the meat product sorting device 100 of the present invention.

[0108] The meat product sorting device 100 can be used to sort ham sausage products. The meat product sorting device 100 includes: a conveying mechanism 10, a high-voltage detection mechanism 20, an image detection mechanism 30, a rejection mechanism 40, a first collection box 50, a second collection box 60, and a control component 70.

[0109] The conveying mechanism 10 includes a conveying component 11 and multiple rollers 12. The multiple rollers 12 are mounted on the conveying component 11 and arranged sequentially along the conveying direction of the conveying component 11. Each roller 12 can rotate on its own, and the multiple rollers 12 have different identity information.

[0110] Six high-voltage detection mechanisms 20 are arranged at intervals along the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism 10. Each high-voltage detection mechanism 20 includes a first detection unit 21 and a second detection unit 22 that are energized, a first detection bracket 23, and a detection component 24. There are two first detection units 21, which are the positive terminals of the high-voltage electricity and can contact both ends of the protective casing along its length. The second detection unit 22 is located between the two first detection units 21, is the negative terminal of the high-voltage electricity, and can contact the middle position of the sausage casing. The first and second detection units 21 and 22 can contact the aluminum buckle of the sausage casing to form a stable microcurrent on the surface of the casing. The first detection bracket 23 is mounted on the frame of the conveying mechanism 11, and the detection component 24 is mounted on the first detection bracket 23 and electrically connected to the first and second detection units 21 and 22; wherein the first and second detection units 21 and 22 are metal chains.

[0111] The detection component 24 includes a transformer 241 and a control circuit board 242. The transformer 241 is connected to an external power source, and the control circuit board 242 is electrically connected to the transformer 241, the first detection unit 21, and the second detection unit 22.

[0112] The image inspection mechanism 30 includes a camera 31, a second inspection bracket 32, a first linear drive 33, and a second linear drive 34. The camera 31 is an industrial camera used to acquire image information of the sausage. The second inspection bracket 32 ​​is supported on the ground. The first linear drive 33 is mounted on the second inspection bracket 32 ​​and has a first moving end 35 that moves horizontally. The second linear drive 34 is mounted on the first moving end 35 and has a second moving end 36 that moves vertically. The camera 31 is mounted on the second moving end 36.

[0113] The rejection mechanism 40 includes a first actuator 41 and a second actuator 42, and also includes a compressed air device 43, a first pipe 44, a second pipe 45, an air outlet component 46, a first sensor 47, and a second sensor 48. The compressed air device 43 has a first air outlet 43a and a second air outlet 43b. The first actuator 41 and the second actuator 42 are air nozzles provided on the air outlet component 46. The first actuator 41 is connected to the first air outlet 43a via the first pipe 44, and the second actuator 42 is connected to the second air outlet 43b via the second pipe 45. The first sensor 47 is configured to supply high-pressure gas to the first actuator 41 when a defective sausage detected by the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 is detected. The second sensor 48 is configured to supply high-pressure gas to the second actuator 42 when a defective sausage detected by the image detection mechanism 30 is detected.

[0114] The first collection box 50 is used to collect the sausages removed from the conveyor mechanism 10 by the first execution unit 41.

[0115] The second collection box 60 is used to collect the sausages removed from the conveyor mechanism 10 by the second execution unit 42.

[0116] The control unit 70 is a control host and has a touch screen display. The control unit 70 is electrically connected to the high voltage detection mechanism 20, the image detection mechanism 30, and the rejection mechanism 40. The control unit 70 can determine whether the ham sausage is qualified based on the current between the first detection unit 21 and the second detection unit 22, and control the first execution unit 41 to reject the unqualified ham sausage from the conveying mechanism 10. The control unit 70 can also determine whether the ham sausage is qualified based on the image information detected by the camera 31, and control the second execution unit 42 to reject the unqualified ham sausage from the conveying mechanism 10.

[0117] In the actual inspection process of the meat product sorting device 100 of this utility model, the sausages to be inspected are placed into the conveyor component 11 in an orderly manner, either manually or automatically. When the sausages pass through the high-voltage detection mechanism 20, the aluminum buckle of the sausage comes into contact with the first detection part 21, and the casing of the sausage comes into contact with the second detection part 22. During the contact process, if the casing of the sausage is intact, a stable microcurrent flows between the first detection part 21 and the second detection part 22. At this time, the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 transmits a stable microcurrent signal to the control host. If the casing of the sausage is defective, an unstable microcurrent flows between the first detection part 21 and the second detection part 22. At this time, the high-voltage detection mechanism 20 transmits an unstable microcurrent signal. The control host determines whether the sausage being inspected is qualified by judging the stability of the microcurrent signal. The image detection mechanism 30 can identify the shape of the sausage to be inspected, and thus determine how many qualified and unqualified products are in this batch of sausages. The image inspection unit 30 takes pictures and calibrates the substandard sausages, then transmits the calibration information to the control host. When the substandard sausages move to the rejection unit 40, the rejection unit 40, under the control of the control host, rejects the substandard sausages, thus achieving the separation of qualified and substandard sausages. Since the separation process is fully automated, it greatly reduces the labor intensity of operators and also improves inspection efficiency.

[0118] In the description of this specification, references to terms such as "some embodiments," "optionally," "furthermore," or "some examples," etc., indicate that a specific feature, structure, material, or characteristic described in connection with that embodiment or example is included in at least one embodiment or example of the present invention. In this specification, the illustrative expressions of the above terms do not necessarily refer to the same embodiment or example. Furthermore, the specific features, structures, materials, or characteristics described may be combined in any suitable manner in one or more embodiments or examples.

[0119] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, those skilled in the art will understand that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the present invention, the scope of which is defined by the claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A meat product sorting device for sorting meat products wrapped in protective clothing, characterized in that, include: A conveying mechanism is configured to sequentially convey the meat products; A high-voltage detection mechanism includes a first and a second energized detection unit, which can contact the protective clothing of the meat product to generate a current on the surface of the protective clothing. The current is configured to be used to detect whether the meat product is qualified. An image inspection mechanism includes a camera, the camera being used to acquire image information of the meat product, the image information being configured to be used to detect whether the meat product is qualified; The rejection mechanism includes a first actuator and a second actuator. The first actuator is configured to reject meat products that are detected as defective based on the current from the conveying mechanism, and the second actuator is configured to reject meat products that are detected as defective based on the image information from the conveying mechanism.

2. The meat product sorting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The conveying mechanism includes a conveying component and multiple rollers. The multiple rollers are mounted on the conveying component and arranged sequentially along the conveying direction of the conveying component. Each roller can rotate on its own, and the multiple rollers have different identification information.

3. The meat product sorting device according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, There are multiple high-voltage detection mechanisms, which are spaced apart along the conveying direction of the conveying mechanism.

4. The meat product sorting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, There are two first detection units, which are positive terminals of high voltage and can contact both ends of the protective clothing along its length. The second detection unit is located between the two first detection units, which are negative terminals of high voltage and can contact the middle position of the protective clothing.

5. The meat product sorting device according to claim 1 or 4, characterized in that, The high-voltage detection mechanism includes a first detection bracket and a detection component. The first detection bracket is connected to the transmission mechanism, and the detection component is disposed on the first detection bracket and electrically connected to the first detection part and the second detection part; wherein the first detection part and the second detection part are chains made of metal.

6. The meat product sorting device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The detection component includes a transformer and a control circuit board. The transformer is connected to an external power source, and the control circuit board is electrically connected to the transformer, the first detection unit, and the second detection unit.

7. The meat product sorting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The image detection mechanism includes a second detection bracket, a first linear drive member, and a second linear drive member. The second detection bracket is used to support the device on the ground. The first linear drive member is disposed on the second detection bracket and has a first moving end that moves in the horizontal direction. The second linear drive member is disposed on the first moving end and has a second moving end that moves in the vertical direction. The camera is disposed on the second moving end.

8. The meat product sorting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rejection mechanism includes a compressed air device, a first pipe, a second pipe, and an air outlet component. The compressed air device has a first air outlet and a second air outlet. The first actuator and the second actuator are air jets provided on the air outlet component. The first actuator is connected to the first air outlet through the first pipe, and the second actuator is connected to the second air outlet through the second pipe.

9. The meat product sorting device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The rejection mechanism includes a first sensor and a second sensor. The first sensor is configured to supply high-pressure gas to the first actuator when the compressed air device senses that a non-conforming meat product detected by the high-voltage detection mechanism has arrived. The second sensor is configured to supply high-pressure gas to the second actuator when the compressed air device senses that a non-conforming meat product detected by the image detection mechanism has arrived.

10. The meat product sorting device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The meat product sorting device includes a control component, which is electrically or communicatively connected to the high-voltage detection mechanism, the image detection mechanism, and the rejection mechanism. The control unit can determine whether the meat product is qualified based on the current between the first detection unit and the second detection unit, and control the first execution unit to remove the unqualified meat product from the conveying mechanism. Furthermore, the control unit can determine whether the meat product is qualified based on the image information detected by the camera, and control the second execution unit to remove the unqualified meat product from the conveying mechanism.

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