A bowl dividing device for beef noodle dishes
By designing an automated bowl-separating device, which utilizes a limit rod, a linear guide slide, and a motor-driven cam mechanism, the automatic separation of noodle bowls and packaging boxes is achieved. This solves the problem of inappropriate staffing during beef noodle serving and improves work efficiency and labor utilization.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- LANZHOU INST OF TECH
- Filing Date
- 2025-08-04
- Publication Date
- 2026-05-29
AI Technical Summary
During peak dining hours, additional staff are needed to serve beef noodles by dividing the bowls, resulting in a labor shortage; while during off-peak hours, there is a labor surplus, and existing technology cannot effectively solve the staffing problem.
Design a bowl-separating device that includes components such as a belt conveyor, mounting frame, packaging and bowl-separating mechanism, and pneumatic grippers. The automatic bowl-separation function of the noodle bowl and packaging box is realized through a limit rod, a linear guide slide assembly, and a motor-driven cam mechanism. The automated bowl-separation is achieved by using a motor and a spiral shaft.
It enables automatic separation of noodle bowls and takeout boxes, reducing the need for manual bowl separation, improving work efficiency, and adapting to changes in labor demand during different peak dining periods.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of beef noodle serving technology, specifically a bowl-separating device for serving beef noodles. Background Technology
[0002] With the fast pace of life, the demand for takeout and portable catering is increasing. As a popular traditional food, beef noodles are expanding in market size and are most commonly found in school and factory canteens. The number of diners in the canteen varies at different times. During peak hours, the chefs are cooking the noodles, so one or two additional staff members are needed to divide the bowls, which increases the workload. During off-peak hours, there is a surplus of labor, so there is no need to arrange additional staff for dividing the bowls. Therefore, a bowl-dividing device for serving beef noodles is provided. Utility Model Content
[0003] The purpose of this invention is to provide a bowl-dispensing device for serving beef noodles, in order to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0004] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a bowl-separating device for serving beef noodles, comprising a workbench, a belt conveyor and a first mounting frame mounted on the top of the workbench, and a packaging and bowl-separating mechanism provided on the top of the first mounting frame; a second mounting frame mounted on one side of the belt conveyor, and a noodle bowl provided on the top of the second mounting frame; a limit rod mounted on the top of the second mounting frame; linear guide slide assemblies mounted on both sides of the top of the second mounting frame, and a limit plate mounted on one side of the linear guide slide assembly; a second motor and a cam mounted at the bottom of the second mounting frame, and a drive belt provided at the bottom of the second motor and the cam; a sliding groove provided on the outer side of the cam, and the sliding groove and a push rod forming a movable connection; the push rod passing through the interior of the mounting base, and the mounting base being mounted on the bottom of the second mounting frame; a secondary platform plate provided on one side of the workbench, and a piston cylinder mounted on one side of the secondary platform plate; and a pneumatic gripper mounted on one end of the piston cylinder.
[0005] Preferably, a circular hole is provided at the center of the second mounting bracket to mate with the noodle bowl, and four sets of limiting rods are provided, with the four sets of limiting rods distributed on the four sides of the circular hole.
[0006] Preferably, the top rod is in the shape of a "J", and the top rod and the bowl are arranged on the same central axis.
[0007] Preferably, the packaging and bowl-separating mechanism includes a motor, which is mounted on the bottom end of a first mounting frame. The bottom end of the first mounting frame is equipped with four sets of spiral shafts, which are arranged in a ring.
[0008] Preferably, the outer sides of all four sets of spiral shafts are provided with upper and lower notches.
[0009] Preferably, the top end of the motor and the helical shaft is provided with a transmission belt assembly, and the transmission belt assembly is located at the top end of the first mounting bracket.
[0010] Preferably, a second circular hole that mates with the packaging box is provided at the center of the first mounting frame, and a limit frame is installed at the top of the second circular hole.
[0011] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:
[0012] By setting a second mounting bracket and a limiting rod to limit the movement of multiple sets of noodle bowls, the phenomenon of noodle bowls shifting or tipping when stacked is prevented. The linear reciprocating motion of the two sets of linear guide slide assembly, in cooperation with the limiting plate, can limit the noodle bowls from being placed downwards. At the same time, the rotation of the motor-driven cam and the movable connection between the slide and the top rod allow the noodle bowls to move up and down reciprocally under the restriction of the mounting base, supporting the bottom of the noodle bowls and moving the lowered noodle bowls to be level with the piston cylinder. Then, in conjunction with the operation of the piston cylinder and the pneumatic gripper, the noodle bowls are pushed to the top of the belt conveyor. The belt conveyor transports the noodle bowls to the serving area, thereby realizing the automatic bowl-dispensing function.
[0013] By incorporating a packaging and bowl-separating mechanism, the automatic separation of packaging boxes into bowls is achieved. A limiting frame can limit the packaging boxes, ensuring that the stacked packaging boxes are placed vertically at the top of the first mounting frame. The operation of motor one controls the operation of the transmission belt assembly, driving four sets of spiral shafts to rotate synchronously. The edges of the spiral shafts can support the edges of the packaging boxes. When rotating to the upper notch position, under the action of gravity, the edge of the packaging box will enter the groove of the spiral shaft and move downward. When it encounters the lower notch, the packaging box will separate from the spiral shaft and fall onto the belt conveyor through the second round hole inside the first mounting frame. The operation of the belt conveyor will transport the packaging boxes to the serving area, thereby peeling the stacked packaging boxes one by one from the bottom, realizing the automatic separation of packaging boxes into bowls. Attached Figure Description
[0014] 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.
[0015] Figure 1 This is a front view structural diagram of the present utility model;
[0016] Figure 2This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0017] Figure 3 This is a partial side view of the second mounting bracket of this utility model;
[0018] Figure 4 This is a partial front view structural diagram of the cam of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 5 This is a bottom-view, three-dimensional partial structural diagram of the packaging and bowl-separating mechanism of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 6 This is a top view of the packaging and bowl-separating mechanism of this utility model, showing a partial three-dimensional structure.
[0021] Figure 7 This is a partial three-dimensional structural diagram of the spiral shaft of this utility model.
[0022] Explanation of the reference numerals in the figure:
[0023] 1. Workbench; 2. Belt conveyor; 3. First mounting frame; 4. Packaging and bowl-separating mechanism; 401. Motor 1; 402. Spiral shaft; 403. Limiting frame; 404. Transmission belt assembly; 405. Upper notch; 406. Lower notch; 5. Packaging box; 6. Second mounting frame; 7. Limiting rod; 8. Bowl; 9. Linear guide slide assembly; 10. Secondary platform; 11. Piston cylinder; 12. Motor 2; 13. Pneumatic gripper; 14. Cam; 15. Drive belt; 16. Mounting base; 17. Push rod; 18. Slide groove. Detailed Implementation
[0024] 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.
[0025] 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.
[0026] Please see Figure 1-7 This utility model provides an embodiment of a bowl-separating device for serving beef noodles, comprising a workbench 1, a belt conveyor 2 and a first mounting frame 3 mounted on the top of the workbench 1, and a packaging and bowl-separating mechanism 4 provided on the top of the first mounting frame 3; a second mounting frame 6 mounted on one side of the belt conveyor 2, and a noodle bowl 8 provided on the top of the second mounting frame 6; a limit rod 7 mounted on the top of the second mounting frame 6; linear guide slide assemblies 9 mounted on both sides of the top of the second mounting frame 6, and a limit plate mounted on one side of the linear guide slide assembly 9; a second motor 12 and a cam 14 mounted on the bottom of the second mounting frame 6, and a drive belt 15 provided at the bottom of the second motor 12 and the cam 14; and a [missing information - likely a device or mechanism] provided on the outer side of the cam 14. The slide 18 is connected to the top rod 17. The top rod 17 passes through the interior of the mounting base 16, and the mounting base 16 is installed at the bottom of the second mounting frame 6. A secondary platform 10 is provided on one side of the worktable 1, and a piston cylinder 11 is installed on one side of the secondary platform 10. A pneumatic gripper 13 is installed at one end of the piston cylinder 11. A circular hole 1 that mates with the noodle bowl 8 is provided at the center of the second mounting frame 6. Four sets of limiting rods 7 are provided, and the four sets of limiting rods 7 are distributed on the four sides of the circular hole 1. The top rod 17 is in the shape of "J". The top rod 17 and the noodle bowl 8 are set on the same central axis. The second mounting frame 6 and the limiting rods 7 limit the multiple sets of noodle bowls 8 to prevent the noodle bowls 8 from shifting or tipping over when stacked.
[0027] Specifically, as shown in the figure, during use, the linear reciprocating motion of the two sets of linear guide slide assembly 9, in conjunction with the limiting plate, can restrict the bowl 8 from being placed downwards. At the same time, the motor 12 drives the rotation of the cam 14, and the slide 18 is movably connected to the top rod 17. Under the restriction of the mounting seat 16, it moves up and down reciprocally to support the bottom of the bowl 8 and move the lowered bowl 8 to be flush with the piston cylinder 11. Then, in conjunction with the operation of the piston cylinder 11 and the pneumatic gripper 13, the bowl 8 is pushed to the top of the belt conveyor 2.
[0028] The packaging and separating mechanism 4 includes a motor 401, which is mounted at the bottom of the first mounting frame 3. Four sets of spiral shafts 402 are mounted at the bottom of the first mounting frame 3 and are arranged in a ring. Each of the four sets of spiral shafts 402 has an upper notch 405 and a lower notch 406 on its outer side. A transmission belt assembly 404 is provided at the top of the motor 401 and the spiral shafts 402 and is located at the top of the first mounting frame 3. A circular hole 2 that mates with the packaging box 5 is provided at the center of the first mounting frame 3. A limit frame 403 is installed at the top of the circular hole 2. The limit frame 403 can limit the packaging box 5 and control the stacked packaging box 5 to be placed vertically at the top of the first mounting frame 3.
[0029] Specifically, as shown in the figure, during use, the operation of motor 401 controls the operation of transmission belt assembly 404, driving four sets of spiral shafts 402 to rotate synchronously. The edge of spiral shaft 402 can support the edge of packing box 5. When it rotates to the position of upper notch 405, under the action of gravity, the edge of packing box 5 will enter the groove of spiral shaft 402 and move downward. When it encounters lower notch 406, packing box 5 will separate from spiral shaft 402 and fall above belt conveyor 2 through the round hole 2 inside the first mounting frame 3.
[0030] Working Principle: In operation, the belt conveyor 2, motor 401, linear guide slide assembly 9, piston cylinder 11, and motor 12 are all electrically connected to the control box. The control box contains a PLC control system. The PLC, according to instructions, coordinates the operation of the belt conveyor 2, motor 401, linear guide slide assembly 9, piston cylinder 11, and motor 12. Multiple noodle bowls 8 are stacked inside the limiting rod 7, and multiple packing boxes 5 are stacked inside the packing and separating mechanism 4. The linear reciprocating motion of the two linear guide slide assemblies 9, in conjunction with the limiting plate, restricts the noodle bowls 8 from being placed downwards. Motor 12 drives the rotation of cam 14, and the sliding groove 18 is movably connected to the top rod 17, moving up and down under the constraint of the mounting base 16 to support the bottom of the noodle bowls 8. The bowl 8 is moved to be flush with the piston cylinder 11. Then, in conjunction with the operation of the piston cylinder 11 and the pneumatic gripper 13, the bowl 8 is pushed above the belt conveyor 2. The belt conveyor 2 transports the bowl 8 to the serving area. Next, the operation of the motor 1 401 controls the operation of the transmission belt assembly 404, which drives the four sets of spiral shafts 402 to rotate synchronously. The edge of the spiral shaft 402 can support the edge of the packaging box 5. When it rotates to the position of the upper notch 405, under the action of gravity, the edge of the packaging box 5 will enter the groove of the spiral shaft 402 and move downward. When it encounters the lower notch 406, the packaging box 5 will separate from the spiral shaft 402 and fall above the belt conveyor 2 through the round hole 2 inside the first mounting frame 3. The operation of the belt conveyor 2 will transport the packaging box 5 to the serving area, thus completing the use of the bowl separating device.
[0031] 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 bowl-dispensing device for serving beef noodles, comprising a workbench (1), characterized in that: The top of the workbench (1) is equipped with a belt conveyor (2) and a first mounting frame (3), and the top of the first mounting frame (3) is equipped with a packaging and bowl-separating mechanism (4). A second mounting frame (6) is installed on one side of the belt conveyor (2), and a noodle bowl (8) is installed on the top of the second mounting frame (6). A limit rod (7) is installed on the top of the second mounting frame (6). Linear guide slide assembly (9) is installed on both sides of the top of the second mounting frame (6), and a limit plate is installed on one side of the linear guide slide assembly (9). A motor is installed at the bottom of the second mounting frame (6). 12) and cam (14), and the bottom end of motor two (12) and cam (14) is provided with drive belt (15), the outer side of cam (14) is provided with slide groove (18), and slide groove (18) and push rod (17) form a movable connection, the push rod (17) passes through the interior of mounting base (16), and mounting base (16) is installed at the bottom end of second mounting frame (6), a secondary platform (10) is provided on one side of the worktable (1), and a piston cylinder (11) is installed on one side of the secondary platform (10), and a pneumatic gripper (13) is installed at one end of the piston cylinder (11).
2. The bowl-dispensing device for serving beef noodles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The second mounting bracket (6) has a circular hole (1) at its center that mates with the bowl (8). There are four sets of limiting rods (7), and the four sets of limiting rods (7) are distributed on the four sides of the circular hole (1).
3. The bowl-dispensing device for serving beef noodles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top rod (17) is in the shape of a "J" and the top rod (17) and the bowl (8) are located on the same central axis.
4. A bowl-dispensing device for serving beef noodles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The packaging and bowl-separating mechanism (4) includes a motor (401), which is installed at the bottom of the first mounting frame (3). The bottom of the first mounting frame (3) is equipped with four sets of spiral shafts (402), and the four sets of spiral shafts (402) are arranged in a ring.
5. A bowl-dispensing device for serving beef noodles according to claim 4, characterized in that: The outer sides of the four sets of spiral shafts (402) are provided with an upper notch (405) and a lower notch (406).
6. A bowl-dispensing device for serving beef noodles according to claim 4, characterized in that: The top ends of the motor (401) and the helical shaft (402) are provided with a transmission belt assembly (404), and the transmission belt assembly (404) is located at the top end of the first mounting bracket (3).
7. A bowl-dispensing device for serving beef noodles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first mounting bracket (3) has a circular hole (2) at its center that mates with the packaging box (5), and a limit bracket (403) is installed at the top of the circular hole (2).