Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formula dynamic optimization mixing equipment

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of jerusalem artichoke production, in particular to jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formula dynamic optimization mixing equipment which comprises a mixing barrel and a heat conduction pipe, the upper end and the lower end of the heat conduction pipe are rotationally connected and communicated with a water outlet pipe and a water inlet pipe through bearings respectively, and the water inlet pipe penetrates into a reservoir and is communicated with a water pump. The water outlet end of the water outlet pipe is bent downwards and is vertically opposite to the water inlet tank; the heat conduction pipe is driven by a driving mechanism to rotate along the axis of the heat conduction pipe; the heat conduction pipe is bent in the mixing barrel to form two C-shaped structures, the two C-shaped structures are distributed up and down, the opening directions of the two C-shaped structures are opposite, and the top surface and the lower part of the mixing barrel are respectively communicated with a feed port and a discharge port controlled by a valve. According to the stirring device, the heat conduction pipe can be bent into a C-shaped structure to serve as a stirring arm, so that a better stirring effect can be realized, and meanwhile, the heat conduction pipe can play a cooling role, so that the temperature in the mixing barrel is prevented from being too high, and a series of negative effects caused by hydrolysis due to internal temperature rise are avoided.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of Jerusalem artichoke production technology, specifically a dynamic optimization mixing device for Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formulation. Background Technology

[0002] Jerusalem artichoke, also known as sunchoke, has tubers rich in inulin and other polysaccharides. Inulin is a natural, soluble dietary fiber with various physiological functions, including regulating intestinal flora, promoting mineral absorption, and helping to control blood sugar and lipids. It is widely used in the food, health product, and pharmaceutical industries. High-quality Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharides (especially inulin) are key raw materials for downstream product development; their purity, molecular weight, and structural integrity directly affect the functional characteristics and market value of the products.

[0003] Mixing is a crucial step in the processing of Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide products. Whether it's the initial preparation of Jerusalem artichoke extract, the blending of inulin from different sources, or the uniform mixing of Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide with other functional excipients (such as prebiotics, probiotics, vitamins, and minerals), efficient and uniform mixing equipment is needed to ensure the consistency of the formula and the final quality of the product.

[0004] However, commonly used mixing equipment in existing technologies (such as conventional stirred tanks, paddle mixers, and ribbon mixers) presents a significant technical bottleneck and potential risk when applied to the mixing of Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formulations: the heat sensitivity of inulin. The molecular structure of inulin exhibits significantly reduced stability at temperatures above 60°C, making it prone to hydrolysis. This hydrolysis leads to the breakage of its molecular chains, a decrease in its degree of polymerization, and its transformation into fructooligosaccharides or even monosaccharides (fructose). This hydrolysis can have a series of negative consequences.

[0005] During operation, especially when mixing high-viscosity Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide solutions for extended periods or with high intensity, existing mixing equipment commonly experiences the following factors leading to temperature increases: Mechanical energy conversion: The intense friction between the stirring blades and the material, as well as between particles within the material, generates a significant amount of heat (mechanical energy is converted into thermal energy). Motor heat conduction: The heat generated by the motor driving the stirring device is conducted through the shaft into the mixing chamber, easily causing an increase in internal temperature, leading to hydrolysis and a series of negative consequences. Utility Model Content

[0006] This invention provides a dynamic optimization mixing device for Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formulations to address the deficiencies in existing technologies.

[0007] This utility model is achieved through the following technical solution:

[0008] A dynamic optimization mixing device for Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formulation includes a mixing tank and a heat-conducting pipe. The heat-conducting pipe runs through the mixing tank from top to bottom and is rotatably connected at the penetration point by a sealed bearing. The upper and lower ends of the heat-conducting pipe are located on the same vertical line and are rotatably connected by bearings, respectively, and are connected to an outlet pipe and an inlet pipe. The inlet pipe passes through a water storage tank and is connected to a water pump. The outlet end of the outlet pipe is bent downwards and is vertically opposite to the inlet tank. The heat-conducting pipe is driven by a drive mechanism to rotate along its axis. The heat-conducting pipe is bent into two C-shaped structures inside the mixing tank. The two C-shaped structures are distributed vertically and have opposite opening directions. The top and lower parts of the mixing tank are respectively connected to an inlet and a outlet controlled by a valve.

[0009] When this application is in use, the water pump is started, and the water pump draws cold water from the water storage tank into the heat conduction pipe through the inlet pipe and out through the outlet pipe. At the same time, the heat conduction pipe is rotated by the drive mechanism. The heat conduction pipe has two C-shaped bends inside the mixing tank, which can play a role in stirring and mixing, and at the same time cool down the stirred materials to prevent hydrolysis caused by excessive temperature. The water in the heat conduction pipe falls into the water storage tank through the outlet pipe, and the falling process achieves cooling.

[0010] Preferably, the drive mechanism includes a drive motor fixedly mounted on the top surface of the mixing tank. The drive motor's shaft is coaxial and fixedly fitted with a drive gear. A driven gear that meshes with the drive gear is fixedly fitted onto the upper end of the heat-conducting pipe. The rotation of the drive motor shaft drives the rotation of the drive gear, which in turn drives the rotation of the driven gear, thereby driving the rotation of the heat-conducting pipe.

[0011] Preferably, the inner arm of the bottom of the mixing tank is a sloped surface that tilts to one side and extends downwards to the discharge pipe, which allows for better material discharge.

[0012] Preferably, a vertical rod is fixedly installed inside the C-shaped structure. The two ends of the vertical rod are fixedly connected to the corresponding ends of the C-shaped structure, and the upper and lower ends of the vertical rod and the heat pipe are located on the same vertical line. The vertical rod can effectively prevent the C-shaped structure from twisting when rotating, ensuring the long-term use of the structure.

[0013] Preferably, an annular plate is fixedly sleeved at the lower end of the water outlet pipe. The annular plate has a conical structure that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom, which allows the water in the water outlet pipe to spread out and fall, ensuring a better cooling effect.

[0014] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: The use of this application allows the heat-conducting pipe to be bent into a C-shaped structure to serve as a stirring arm, which not only achieves a better stirring effect, but also allows the heat-conducting pipe to play a role in cooling, thereby avoiding excessively high temperatures inside the mixing tank and thus avoiding a series of negative effects caused by hydrolysis due to increased internal temperature. Attached Figure Description

[0015] 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 some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

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

[0017] As shown in the figure:

[0018] 1. Mixing tank, 2. Heat pipe, 3. Water inlet pipe, 4. Water outlet pipe, 5. Water storage tank, 6. C-shaped structure, 7. Feed inlet, 8. Drive motor, 9. Drive gear, 10. Driven gear, 11. Inclined surface, 12. Vertical rod, 13. Annular plate. Detailed Implementation

[0019] 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, not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of this utility model.

[0020] A dynamic optimization mixing device for Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formulations, such as Figure 1 As shown, it includes a mixing tank 1 and a heat-conducting pipe 2. The heat-conducting pipe 2 runs through the mixing tank 1 from top to bottom and is rotatably connected at the penetration point by a sealed bearing. The upper and lower ends of the heat-conducting pipe 2 are rotatably connected by bearings and are connected to an outlet pipe 4 and an inlet pipe 3, respectively. The inlet pipe 3 passes through a water storage tank 5 and is connected to a water pump. The outlet end of the outlet pipe 4 is bent downwards and is vertically opposite to the inlet tank. The heat-conducting pipe 2 is driven to rotate along its axis by a drive mechanism, which includes a drive motor 8 fixedly installed on the top surface of the mixing tank 1. The shaft of the drive motor 8 is coaxial and fixedly sleeved with a drive gear 9. The upper end of the heat-conducting pipe 2 is fixedly sleeved with a driven gear 10 that meshes with the drive gear 9.

[0021] The heat-conducting pipe 2 is bent into two C-shaped structures 6 inside the mixing tank 1. The two C-shaped structures 6 are distributed vertically and have opposite opening directions. The top and bottom of the mixing tank 1 are respectively connected to the inlet 7 and the outlet controlled by the valve.

[0022] In use, the water pump is started, drawing cold water from the storage tank 5 into the heat-conducting pipe 2 through the inlet pipe 3 and out through the outlet pipe 4. Simultaneously, a drive mechanism rotates the heat-conducting pipe 2. Specifically, the rotation of the drive motor 8 shaft drives the rotation of the drive gear 9, which in turn drives the rotation of the driven gear 10, thus rotating the heat-conducting pipe 2. The heat-conducting pipe 2 has two C-shaped structures 6 bent within the mixing tank 1, thus serving to stir and mix the materials while simultaneously cooling them to prevent hydrolysis due to excessive temperature. The water inside the heat-conducting pipe 2 falls into the storage tank 5 through the outlet pipe 4, achieving cooling during the descent.

[0023] The bottom inner arm of the mixing tank 1 is a slope 11 that tilts to one side and extends downward to the discharge pipe. The slope 11 can achieve better material discharge.

[0024] The C-shaped structure 6 is vertically fixed with a vertical rod 12. The two ends of the vertical rod 12 are fixedly connected to the corresponding ends of the C-shaped structure 6, and the upper and lower ends of the vertical rod 12 and the heat pipe 2 are located on the same vertical line. The vertical rod 12 can effectively prevent the C-shaped structure 6 from twisting when rotating, ensuring the long-term use of the structure.

[0025] An annular plate 13 is fixedly sleeved at the lower end of the water outlet pipe 4. The annular plate 13 has a tapered structure that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom, which allows the water in the water outlet pipe 4 to spread out and fall, ensuring a better cooling effect.

[0026] The use of this application allows the heat-conducting pipe 2 to be bent into a C-shaped structure 6 to serve as a stirring arm. This not only achieves a better stirring effect, but also allows the heat-conducting pipe 2 to cool down the mixture, thereby preventing the temperature inside the mixing tank 1 from becoming too high and thus avoiding a series of negative effects caused by hydrolysis due to the increased internal temperature.

[0027] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of this utility model, and not to limit it. Although this utility model has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that modifications can still be made to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or equivalent substitutions can be made to some of the technical features. Such modifications or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this utility model.

Claims

1. A dynamic optimization mixing device for Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formulation, characterized in that: The device includes a mixing tank and a heat-conducting pipe. The heat-conducting pipe runs through the mixing tank from top to bottom and is rotatably connected at the penetration point by a sealed bearing. The upper and lower ends of the heat-conducting pipe are rotatably connected by bearings and are connected to an outlet pipe and an inlet pipe, respectively. The inlet pipe passes through a water storage tank and is connected to a water pump. The outlet pipe is bent downwards at its outlet end, which is vertically opposite to the inlet tank. The heat-conducting pipe is driven by a drive mechanism to rotate along its axis. The heat-conducting pipe is bent into two C-shaped structures inside the mixing tank. The two C-shaped structures are distributed vertically and have opposite opening directions. The top and lower parts of the mixing tank are respectively connected to an inlet and an outlet controlled by a valve.

2. The dynamic optimization mixing equipment for Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formulation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The driving mechanism includes a drive motor fixedly mounted on the top surface of the mixing tank. The drive motor's shaft is coaxial and fixedly sleeved with a drive gear. The upper end of the heat-conducting pipe is fixedly sleeved with a driven gear that meshes with the drive gear.

3. The dynamic optimization mixing equipment for Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formulation according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom inner arm of the mixing tank is a sloping surface that tilts to one side and extends downwards to the discharge pipe.

4. The dynamic optimization mixing equipment for Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formulation according to claim 1, characterized in that: A vertical rod is fixedly installed inside the C-shaped structure. The two ends of the vertical rod are fixedly connected to the corresponding ends of the C-shaped structure, and the upper and lower ends of the vertical rod and the heat pipe are located on the same vertical line.

5. The dynamic optimization mixing equipment for Jerusalem artichoke polysaccharide formulation according to claim 1, characterized in that: An annular plate is fixedly sleeved at the lower end of the water outlet pipe. The annular plate has a tapered structure that is narrow at the top and wide at the bottom.

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