A material recognition device

By using a guide trough and a mechanical material identification device, the problems of accuracy and stability in material identification under humid and dusty environments have been solved, achieving efficient and accurate identification in complex environments.

CN224327753UActive Publication Date: 2026-06-05ZHUHAI MAKERWIT TECH CO LTD

Patent Information

Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
ZHUHAI MAKERWIT TECH CO LTD
Filing Date
2025-07-10
Publication Date
2026-06-05

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Technical Problem

Existing material identification technologies for troughs are easily obscured or corroded in humid and dusty environments, leading to a decrease in identification accuracy. Furthermore, the interference of various materials in complex environments increases the difficulty of identification.

Method used

The device employs a mechanical structure consisting of a guide trough, a trigger, and an identification unit. The trigger drives the identification unit to rotate to the sensor for identification, and a proximity switch is used to achieve material identification. A reset unit is used to quickly restore the initial position, ensuring identification accuracy and stability.

Benefits of technology

It maintains efficient and accurate material identification capabilities in humid and dusty environments, avoids the shortcomings of photoelectric and vision sensors, and adapts to the identification needs of complex production environments.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a material identification device, aims at providing a kind of material identification device that can accurately identify, improve efficiency and can adapt to dust or humid environment.The utility model includes mounting seat, is provided with guide chute, trigger piece and identification part on the mounting seat, the trigger piece rotation is connected on the mounting seat, and it is located at the guide chute, the identification part is connected with the trigger piece, one side of the identification part is connected with reset piece, and the other side is correspondingly set with sensor, the identification part is rotated to the sensor when the trigger piece is triggered by material.The utility model is applied to the technical field of material identification device.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to a material identification device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, material identification in hoppers commonly employs various sensor technologies, including photoelectric, proximity, ultrasonic, and vision sensors. Material identification is achieved through direct detection of the material itself. These sensors accurately capture key information such as the material's size, shape, color, and location. By comprehensively analyzing this data, the system can effectively classify and identify the materials. Furthermore, the application of advanced algorithms and artificial intelligence technologies further enhances the accuracy and efficiency of identification. In the fields of automation and intelligent manufacturing, this technology is increasingly widely used, providing strong support for production process optimization and quality control.

[0003] Existing material identification technologies for hoppers have the following drawbacks in humid and dusty environments:

[0004] 1. In dusty or humid environments, the stickiness of water droplets and dust can obscure the sensor's end face, causing it to malfunction.

[0005] 2. Due to various reasons, the material placement may cause the material to be misaligned, exceeding the sensor's recognition margin and resulting in the inability to recognize it.

[0006] 3. After prolonged use, the sensor may experience a decrease in accuracy due to environmental factors or material friction, affecting the recognition accuracy.

[0007] 4. For materials with certain special shapes or colors, existing sensors may not be able to accurately capture their key information, leading to recognition failure or misidentification;

[0008] 5. In complex production environments, multiple materials may coexist and interfere with each other, increasing the difficulty and complexity of identification. Utility Model Content

[0009] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a material identification device that can accurately identify, improve efficiency and adapt to dusty or humid environments.

[0010] The technical solution adopted by this utility model is as follows: This utility model includes a mounting base, on which a guide trough, a trigger and an identification part are provided. The trigger is rotatably connected to the mounting base and located at the guide trough. The identification part is connected to the trigger. A reset part is connected to one side of the identification part and the other side is correspondingly arranged with a sensor. When the trigger is triggered by material, the identification part rotates to the sensor.

[0011] Furthermore, the identification unit includes a rotating plate, which is connected to the trigger via a rotating shaft. An identification baffle is provided at the lower end of the rotating plate. The reset member is connected to one side of the identification baffle, and the other side of the identification baffle corresponds to the sensor.

[0012] Furthermore, the identification unit and the trigger are located on opposite sides of the mounting base.

[0013] Furthermore, an adjustment shim is connected between the mounting base and the identification part.

[0014] Furthermore, a mounting plate is connected to the adjusting shim, and both the reset component and the sensor are mounted on the mounting plate.

[0015] Furthermore, the reset element is a reset spring.

[0016] Furthermore, the sensor is a proximity switch.

[0017] Furthermore, the trigger is a trigger joystick.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0019] In contrast to the shortcomings of existing technologies, in this invention, when material slides along the guide chute, the triggering element moves as the material passes through, thereby triggering the identification mechanism. When the triggering element is triggered by the material, it drives the identification unit to a designated position, where the proximity sensor identifies the position. After the triggering element is triggered by the material, the reset element quickly restores it to its initial position, preparing for the next identification. Therefore, this invention achieves material identification through a reliable mechanical structure, possessing high adaptability and stability. It effectively overcomes the identification difficulties in humid and dusty environments while maintaining accurate identification capabilities in harsh environments. Moreover, it avoids the problems that may arise from using photoelectric or vision sensors, thus meeting the material identification needs of various complex production environments. This invention has the advantages of accurate identification, improved efficiency, and adaptability to dusty or humid environments. Attached Figure Description

[0020] 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 only some embodiments of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on the structures shown in these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the trigger and recognition part of this utility model.

[0024] The attached figures are labeled as follows:

[0025] 1. Mounting base; 2. Guide chute; 3. Trigger; 5. Identification unit; 6. Reset unit; 7. Sensor; 8. Rotating plate; 9. Rotating shaft; 10. Identification baffle; 11. Adjusting shim; 12. Mounting plate.

[0026] The realization of the purpose, functional features and advantages of this utility model will be further explained in conjunction with the embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings of the embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present utility model.

[0028] It should be noted that all directional indicators in this utility model embodiment, such as up, down, left, right, front, back, clockwise, counterclockwise, etc., are only used to explain the relative positional relationship and movement of each component in a specific posture. If the specific posture changes, the directional indicator will also change accordingly.

[0029] Furthermore, the use of terms such as "first" and "second" in this utility model is for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly specifying the number of technical features indicated. Therefore, a feature defined as "first" or "second" may explicitly or implicitly include at least one of that feature. Additionally, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but only on the basis of being achievable by those skilled in the art. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or impossible to implement, such a combination of technical solutions should be considered non-existent and not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.

[0030] like Figures 1 to 3As shown, in this embodiment, the present invention includes a mounting base 1, on which a guide groove 2, a trigger 3, and an identification part 5 are provided. The trigger 3 is rotatably connected to the mounting base 1 and located at the guide groove 2. The identification part 5 is connected to the trigger 3, and a reset member 6 is connected to one side of the identification part 5, while the other side is correspondingly arranged with a sensor 7. When the trigger 3 is triggered by material, the identification part 5 rotates to the sensor 7. The guide groove 2 is used to guide material into the identification area. Its shape and size are carefully planned, and its internal surface has suitable smoothness, ensuring that the material slides smoothly into the identification area while avoiding jamming or deviation during the sliding process, thus laying a good foundation for subsequent accurate identification.

[0031] It should be noted that when the material slides along the guide chute 2, it comes into contact with the trigger 3. At this time, the trigger 3 rotates, simultaneously causing the identification unit 5 to rotate as well, so that the identification unit 5 rotates to the sensor 7 and is identified, thus completing the material triggering. After triggering, the reset unit 6 quickly restores the identification unit 5 to its initial position, preparing for the next identification. The sensor 7, as a signal output device, emits a signal when the trigger 3 is activated, indicating that the material has been identified. This signal can be received by other devices or systems for subsequent processing or control.

[0032] Compared with the shortcomings of the prior art, in this utility model, when the material slides along the guide trough 2, the trigger 3 moves when the material passes through, thereby triggering the recognition mechanism; when the trigger 3 is triggered by the material, it drives the recognition part 5 to move to the designated position, and the proximity sensor 7 recognizes the position; after the trigger 3 is triggered by the material, the reset part 6 quickly restores it to the initial position, preparing for the next recognition. Therefore, this utility model realizes material recognition through a reliable mechanical structure, which has high adaptability and stability, effectively overcomes the recognition difficulties in humid and dusty environments, and maintains accurate recognition capabilities in harsh environments. Moreover, it can avoid the problems that may be caused by using photoelectric and vision sensors, thereby meeting the material recognition needs in various complex production environments. This utility model has the advantages of accurate recognition, improved efficiency, and adaptability to dusty or humid environments.

[0033] In some embodiments, the identification unit 5 includes a rotating plate 8, which is connected to the trigger member 3 via a rotating shaft 9. An identification baffle 10 is provided at the lower end of the rotating plate 8. The reset member 6 is connected to one side of the identification baffle 10, and the other side of the identification baffle 10 is correspondingly provided with the sensor 7. The identification unit 5 and the trigger member 3 are located on opposite sides of the mounting base 1.

[0034] In some embodiments, an adjusting shim 11 is connected between the mounting base 1 and the identification unit 5. The adjusting shim is made of a material with good elasticity and adjustability. Specifically, the adjusting shim 11 is used to adjust the sensitivity of the trigger 3 to adapt to different materials and identification requirements. By adjusting the position or thickness of the shim 11, the sensitivity of the trigger 3 to the material can be precisely controlled, ensuring that the identification device can accurately identify various materials.

[0035] In some embodiments, a mounting plate 12 is connected to the adjusting shim 11, and both the reset member 6 and the sensor 7 are mounted on the mounting plate 12. Specifically, the mounting plate 12 serves as a support structure for the reset member 6 and the sensor 7, ensuring the stability and reliability of each component.

[0036] In some embodiments, the reset element 6 is a reset spring. Specifically, the design of the reset spring ensures that the trigger element 3 can quickly return to its initial position after identifying the material, significantly improving the working efficiency of the identification device, extending its service life, and reducing maintenance costs.

[0037] In some embodiments, the sensor 7 is a proximity switch. Specifically, this invention uses a proximity switch for signal detection and output, enabling accurate judgment of material identification, improving identification accuracy, and making the entire identification process simpler and more efficient, providing strong support for subsequent processing or control.

[0038] In some embodiments, the trigger 3 is a trigger joystick.

[0039] As can be seen from the above, through the synergistic effect of the above components, accurate identification of materials can be achieved in complex production environments. The entire identification process starts from the material entering the guide trough 2, and through multiple links such as the trigger 3, adjusting shim 11, resetting 6, identification unit 5 and sensor 7, the accurate identification of materials is finally achieved.

[0040] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and does not limit the patent scope of the present utility model. All equivalent structural transformations made under the inventive concept of the present utility model using the contents of the present utility model specification and drawings, or direct / indirect applications in other related technical fields, are included within the patent protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A material identification device, characterized in that: It includes a mounting base (1), on which a guide trough (2), a trigger (3) and an identification part (5) are provided. The trigger (3) is rotatably connected to the mounting base (1) and located at the guide trough (2). The identification part (5) is connected to the trigger (3). A reset part (6) is connected to one side of the identification part (5), and the other side is correspondingly provided with a sensor (7). When the trigger (3) is triggered by the material, the identification part (5) rotates to the sensor (7).

2. The material identification device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The identification unit (5) includes a rotating plate (8), which is connected to the trigger (3) via a rotating shaft (9). The lower end of the rotating plate (8) is provided with an identification baffle (10), and the reset member (6) is connected to one side of the identification baffle (10). The other side of the identification baffle (10) is correspondingly provided with the sensor (7).

3. The material identification device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The identification part (5) and the trigger (3) are located on both sides of the mounting base (1).

4. The material identification device according to claim 1, characterized in that: An adjusting shim (11) is connected between the mounting base (1) and the identification part (5).

5. A material identification device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The adjusting shim (11) is connected to a mounting plate (12), and the reset piece (6) and the sensor (7) are both mounted on the mounting plate (12).

6. A material identification device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The reset component (6) is a reset spring.

7. A material identification device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sensor (7) is a proximity switch.

8. A material identification device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The trigger element (3) is a trigger joystick.