A cutting device for producing traditional Chinese medicine decoction pieces
By introducing a detection mechanism into the Chinese herbal medicine processing equipment, and using pressure sensors and cylinders to detect the degree of softening of Chinese herbal medicines, the problem of incomplete softening of Chinese herbal medicines has been solved, and the intelligence and service life of the equipment have been improved.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- NANJING ZHENGCAOTANG PHARMACY CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-24
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-29
AI Technical Summary
During the process of cutting Chinese medicinal herbs, some herbs are not fully softened, resulting in incomplete cutting and damage to the blade, which reduces the lifespan of the equipment.
A traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) decoction piece production and cutting device with a detection mechanism was designed, including a platform, a guiding unit, a detection unit, and a column. The device uses pressure sensors and cylinders to detect the softening degree of the TCM materials and uses a controller to provide early warnings and control the advancement of the TCM materials.
It enables the detection and early warning of the softening degree of Chinese medicinal materials, improves the intelligence level of the device, and extends its service life.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to a cutting device for the production of Chinese herbal medicine slices. Background Technology
[0002] Before cutting Chinese herbs, they need to be softened. Since the softening is done in batches, some herbs may not be fully softened. In the subsequent cutting process, not only will the herbs not be effectively cut, but the blade may also be easily damaged, reducing its lifespan. Utility Model Content
[0003] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a cutting device for the production of Chinese herbal medicine slices.
[0004] The technical solution adopted by this utility model to solve its technical problem is: a cutting device for producing Chinese herbal medicine slices, including a main body, a support, and a detection mechanism, wherein the main body and the detection mechanism are both mounted on the support, and the detection mechanism is located on one side of the main body;
[0005] The testing mechanism includes a platform, a guide unit, a testing unit, and a column. The platform is mounted on a support and is located on one side of the main body. The guide unit includes a first cylinder and two parallel limiting bars. Both limiting bars are mounted on the platform. The first cylinder is located between the two limiting bars, and the cylinder rod is parallel to the limiting bars. A pressure plate is provided on the platform, and a pressure sensor is provided below the pressure plate. The pressure plate is located between the two limiting bars.
[0006] The column is vertically mounted on the platform. The detection unit includes a second cylinder and a push plate. The second cylinder is vertically mounted downward on one side of the column. The push plate is fixed to the top of the cylinder rod and is located directly above the pressure plate.
[0007] A control box is provided on the side of the column away from the second cylinder. The control box contains a controller, and a display screen is provided on the outer surface of the control box. The display screen, pressure sensor, first cylinder and second cylinder are all electrically connected to the controller.
[0008] Preferably, the upper surface of the platform has a groove at the position of the pressure plate, the pressure plate is located in the groove, and the upper surface of the pressure plate is flush with the upper surface of the platform.
[0009] Preferably, the main body is provided with an indicator light, which is electrically connected to the controller.
[0010] The beneficial effects of this utility model are that the cutting device for producing Chinese herbal medicine slices is equipped with a detection mechanism at the front end that has a softening degree detection function. This mechanism can detect the softening degree of Chinese herbal medicines and provide early warnings based on the actual detection results, thereby improving the intelligence level of the device and extending its service life. Attached Figure Description
[0011] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.
[0012] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the cutting device for producing Chinese herbal medicine slices according to this utility model.
[0013] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the guiding unit of the cutting device for producing Chinese herbal medicine slices according to this utility model.
[0014] In the diagram: 1. Support frame, 2. Main body, 3. Platform, 4. Column, 5. Limiting strip, 6. First cylinder, 7. Pressure plate, 8. Second cylinder, 9. Push plate, 10. Controller, 11. Display screen, 12. Indicator light. Detailed Implementation
[0015] The present invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. These drawings are simplified schematic diagrams, illustrating only the basic structure of the present invention, and therefore only show the components relevant to the present invention.
[0016] like Figure 1-2 As shown, a cutting device for producing Chinese herbal medicine slices includes a main body 2, a support 1, and a detection mechanism. The main body 2 and the detection mechanism are both mounted on the support 1, and the detection mechanism is located on one side of the main body 2.
[0017] The detection mechanism includes a platform 3, a guide unit, a detection unit, and a column 4. The platform 3 is mounted on the support 1 and is located on one side of the main body 2. The guide unit includes a first cylinder 6 and two parallel limiting bars 5. Both limiting bars 5 are mounted on the platform 3. The first cylinder 6 is located between the two limiting bars 5. The air rod of the first cylinder 6 is parallel to the limiting bars 5. A pressure plate 7 is provided on the platform 3. A pressure sensor is provided below the pressure plate 7. The pressure plate 7 is located between the two limiting bars 5.
[0018] The column 4 is vertically mounted on the platform 3. The detection unit includes a second cylinder 8 and a push plate 9. The second cylinder 8 is vertically mounted downward on one side of the column 4. The push plate 9 is fixed to the top of the cylinder rod of the second cylinder 8. The push plate 9 is located directly above the pressure plate 7.
[0019] A control box 10 is provided on the side of the column 4 away from the second cylinder 8. The control box 10 contains a controller, and a display screen 11 is provided on the outer surface of the control box 10. The display screen 11, the pressure sensor, the first cylinder 6 and the second cylinder 8 are all electrically connected to the controller.
[0020] Preferably, the upper surface of the platform 3 is provided with a groove at the position corresponding to the pressure plate 7, the pressure plate 7 is located in the groove, and the upper surface of the pressure plate 7 is flush with the upper surface of the platform 3.
[0021] Preferably, the main body 2 is provided with an indicator light 12, which is electrically connected to the controller.
[0022] The main body 2 is used for cutting Chinese medicinal materials, while the testing agency is used to test the degree of softening of Chinese medicinal materials.
[0023] The operator places the softened Chinese medicinal materials on the pressure plate 7 located between the two limit bars 5. After the pressure sensor located below the pressure plate 7 detects the gravity, the controller controls the second cylinder 8 to move, pushing the push plate 9 downward. Then, when the push plate 9 encounters the Chinese medicinal materials, it presses down further. The pressure sensor displays the detected pressure value on the display screen 11. If the Chinese medicinal materials are softened to the standard, the pressure value line displayed on the display screen 11 will be a curve with a large arc. If the Chinese medicinal materials are not softened to the standard, the pressure value line displayed on the display screen 11 will be an approximately straight line. Here, the curvature of the pressure value line can be used to determine whether the pressed Chinese medicinal materials meet the standard. If they do not meet the standard, the controller controls the first cylinder 6 to remain stationary until the Chinese medicinal materials are replaced and the standard is met. Then, the controller controls the first cylinder 6 to push the Chinese medicinal materials along the two limit bars 5 into the main body 2.
[0024] In fact, the pressure sensor sets an upper limit for the pressure value. When the pressure of the push plate 9 reaches the extreme value, the second cylinder 8 will stop operating to prevent the Chinese medicinal materials from being over-compressed.
[0025] Compared with existing technologies, this slicing device for producing Chinese herbal medicine slices is equipped with a detection mechanism at the front end that has a softening degree detection function. This mechanism can detect the softening degree of Chinese herbal medicines and issue early warnings based on the actual detection results, thereby improving the intelligence level of the device and extending its service life.
[0026] Based on the above-described preferred embodiments of this utility model, and through the foregoing description, those skilled in the art can make various changes and modifications without departing from the technical concept of this utility model. The technical scope of this utility model is not limited to the contents of the specification, but must be determined according to the scope of the claims.
Claims
1. A cutting device for producing Chinese herbal medicine slices, characterized in that, It includes a main body, a support frame, and a testing mechanism, wherein the main body and the testing mechanism are both mounted on the support frame, and the testing mechanism is located on one side of the main body; The testing mechanism includes a platform, a guide unit, a testing unit, and a column. The platform is mounted on a support and is located on one side of the main body. The guide unit includes a first cylinder and two parallel limiting bars. Both limiting bars are mounted on the platform. The first cylinder is located between the two limiting bars, and the cylinder rod is parallel to the limiting bars. A pressure plate is provided on the platform, and a pressure sensor is provided below the pressure plate. The pressure plate is located between the two limiting bars. The column is vertically mounted on the platform. The detection unit includes a second cylinder and a push plate. The second cylinder is vertically mounted downward on one side of the column. The push plate is fixed to the top of the cylinder rod and is located directly above the pressure plate. A control box is provided on the side of the column away from the second cylinder. The control box contains a controller, and a display screen is provided on the outer surface of the control box. The display screen, pressure sensor, first cylinder and second cylinder are all electrically connected to the controller.
2. The slicing device for producing traditional Chinese medicine decoction pieces as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The upper surface of the platform has a groove at the position of the pressure plate, the pressure plate is located in the groove, and the upper surface of the pressure plate is flush with the upper surface of the platform.
3. The slicing device for producing traditional Chinese medicine decoction pieces as described in claim 1, characterized in that, The main body is equipped with an indicator light, which is electrically connected to the controller.