Tea leaf shaping and flavoring device

Abstract

This utility model relates to the technical field of tea processing equipment and discloses a tea shaping and aroma-enhancing device, including a base. A transmission device is installed on the top of the base. Two limiting mechanisms are located on the right side of the transmission device and are symmetrically distributed. A shaping and aroma-enhancing mechanism is installed inside each limiting mechanism. The shaping and aroma-enhancing mechanism includes a roller. A heating cylinder connected to the transmission device is installed inside the roller. A cover is threaded to the right side of the heating cylinder. Multiple corrugated plates arranged in a spiral pattern are installed inside the roller. Multiple anti-slip grooves are evenly distributed laterally inside the cover. This tea shaping and aroma-enhancing device has advantages such as uniform heating, simple structure, convenient operation, and convenient feeding and discharging, solving the problems of uneven heating, complex structure, cumbersome operation, and inconvenient feeding and discharging in existing devices.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the technical field of tea processing equipment, specifically a tea shaping and aroma-enhancing device. Background Technology

[0002] In the tea processing flow, shaping and aroma enhancement are core steps, and their effects play a decisive role in the final quality of the tea. Currently available tea shaping and aroma enhancement equipment generally suffers from numerous defects. Some equipment uses a single heating method, resulting in uneven heating of the tea leaves during processing. This not only affects the regularity of the tea's shape but also leads to insufficient and uneven aroma release, making it difficult to guarantee the stability and consistency of product quality. Other equipment has a complex structural design, containing numerous cumbersome parts and transmission mechanisms. This not only increases manufacturing costs and maintenance difficulty but also requires operators to possess high levels of professional skills, making the operation complex and severely restricting production efficiency. Furthermore, most equipment lacks a reasonable design in the tea feeding and discharging stages, resulting in insufficient smoothness and problems such as tea residue and blockages. This increases manual cleaning costs and extends the processing cycle. Therefore, a tea shaping and aroma enhancement device is proposed to address the aforementioned problems. Utility Model Content

[0003] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a tea shaping and aroma-enhancing device, which has the advantages of uniform heating, simple structure, convenient operation, and convenient feeding and discharging, and solves the problems of uneven heating, complex structure, cumbersome operation, and inconvenient feeding and discharging of existing devices.

[0005] (II) Technical Solution

[0006] The technical solution of this utility model to solve the above-mentioned technical problems is as follows: A tea shaping and aroma-enhancing device includes a base, a transmission device is provided on the top of the base, and two limiting mechanisms are provided on the top of the base and located on the right side of the transmission device. The two limiting mechanisms are symmetrically distributed on the left and right, and a shaping and aroma-enhancing mechanism is provided inside the two limiting mechanisms.

[0007] The shaping and aroma-enhancing mechanism includes a roller, inside which is a heating cylinder connected to a transmission device. A cover is threaded to the right side of the heating cylinder. Inside the roller are multiple corrugated plates arranged in a spiral pattern. Inside the heating cylinder are multiple mounting slots distributed horizontally at equal intervals.

[0008] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: Through the coordinated design of the heating cylinder and the drum, combined with the internal spiral corrugated plate, the tea leaves can be heated evenly and comprehensively during rotation, effectively solving the problem of uneven heating; the overall structure of the device is rationally laid out, with clear transmission of key components, reducing equipment complexity and facilitating operation and maintenance; the mounting slot inside the heating cylinder can flexibly install heating elements or auxiliary devices of different specifications, enhancing the applicability of the equipment; the conical opening design on the right side of the drum, combined with the cover structure, greatly improves the convenience of tea leaf feeding and discharging, reduces tea residue, and improves production efficiency.

[0009] This tea-shaping and aroma-enhancing device has the advantages of uniform heating, simple structure, convenient operation, and easy feeding and discharging.

[0010] Based on the above technical solution, the present invention can be further improved as follows.

[0011] Furthermore, the base includes a base plate, and four mounting seats arranged in a rectangular array are fixedly connected to the bottom of the base plate. The mounting seats can be fixedly connected to an external workbench. A rotating block is fixedly connected to the top of the base plate, and a mounting plate is fixedly connected to the top of the rotating block. A handle located on the left side of the rotating block is fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting plate. The handle is set at the same height as the rotating block.

[0012] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further solutions are that the mounting base can be used to securely install the device on various workbenches, ensuring the stability of the device during operation; the combination design of the rotating block and the handle allows the operator to conveniently adjust the angle of the device according to the actual processing needs, whether it is tea feeding, observation of the processing process, or discharging operation, the most suitable working angle can be found, which significantly improves the flexibility and convenience of the device.

[0013] Furthermore, the transmission device includes a mounting frame, which is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting plate. A motor is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting frame, and the output end of the motor is driven by a gear located on the right side of the mounting frame. A gear ring fixedly connected to the left side of the roller is meshed on the outer side of the gear. A connecting shaft is rotatably connected to the right side of the mounting frame, and the right side of the connecting shaft is fixedly connected to the left side of the heating cylinder. A gear disc meshing with the outer side of the gear is fixedly connected to the outer side of the connecting shaft.

[0014] The beneficial effect of adopting the above-mentioned further solution is that the motor, as the power source, can provide stable rotational power to both the drum and the heating cylinder simultaneously through a transmission system composed of gears, gear rings, gear discs, and connecting shafts. This compact transmission structure design not only reduces the number of transmission components and lowers energy loss during transmission, thus improving transmission efficiency, but also ensures the synchronization and stability of the rotation of the drum and the heating cylinder, providing reliable power support for the tea's shaping and aroma-enhancing process.

[0015] Furthermore, the outer side of the mounting bracket is fixedly connected with two reinforcing ribs, and the outer side of the motor is fixedly connected with a fixing ring that is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting bracket.

[0016] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further solutions are that the setting of reinforcing ribs effectively enhances the structural strength and rigidity of the mounting frame. During the long-term operation of the device, it can resist the vibration and stress generated by motor rotation, roller operation, etc., prevent the mounting frame from deforming or being damaged, and ensure the stability of the transmission device. The fixing ring firmly fixes the motor to the mounting frame, further reducing the vibration amplitude of the motor during operation, reducing the risk of component loosening caused by vibration, and also helps to reduce equipment operating noise and create a better working environment.

[0017] Furthermore, the limiting mechanism includes a limiting ring, and three rollers are rotatably connected to the inner side of the limiting ring and are distributed in a ring at equal distances. The three rollers are arranged with one on top and two on the bottom. All three rollers are in contact with the outer side of the drum. A track ring is fixedly connected to the outer side of the drum. The track ring is located inside the rollers. The rollers are arranged in an I-shape.

[0018] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further solution are that the limiting structure formed by the limiting ring and the roller can precisely limit the rotation trajectory of the roller, ensuring that the roller remains stable during high-speed rotation and will not have axial or radial deviation, thus ensuring the stability and consistency of the tea shaping and aroma enhancement process; the three rollers are arranged in a specific layout to contact the outside of the roller, and together with the design of the track ring and the I-shaped roller, they effectively support the roller while greatly reducing the frictional resistance during roller rotation, reducing energy consumption, and extending the service life of the equipment.

[0019] Furthermore, the right side of the roller is open and tapered, with the smaller end of the opening facing to the right. The heating cylinder is tapered, and an electric heating device can be installed inside the heating cylinder.

[0020] The beneficial effects of adopting the above-mentioned further solution are that the conical opening design on the right side of the drum, with the guiding effect of the conical structure, allows the tea leaves to smoothly enter the drum during feeding and to be discharged quickly and smoothly during discharge, effectively reducing the amount of tea leaves remaining in the drum; the conical structure of the heating cylinder is compatible with the drum, which helps the heat to spread more evenly inside the drum. Combined with the precise temperature control function of the electric heating equipment, it can achieve precise heating of the tea leaves and better improve the effect of shaping and enhancing the aroma of the tea leaves. Attached Figure Description

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

[0022] Figure 2 This is a front view of the connection structure between the limiting mechanism and the shaping and fragrance-enhancing mechanism of this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the tea-pouring state of the aroma-enhancing mechanism of this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a side view of the transmission device structure of this utility model.

[0025] In the diagram: 1. Base; 101. Base plate; 102. Mounting seat; 103. Rotating block; 104. Mounting plate; 105. Handle; 2. Transmission device; 201. Mounting frame; 202. Motor; 203. Gear; 204. Gear ring; 205. Connecting shaft; 206. Gear disc; 3. Limiting mechanism; 301. Limiting ring; 302. Roller; 303. Track ring; 4. Shaping and aroma-enhancing mechanism; 401. Roller; 402. Heating cylinder; 403. Cover shell; 404. Corrugated plate; 405. Mounting groove; 5. Reinforcing rib; 6. Fixing ring. Detailed Implementation

[0026] 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 protection scope of the present utility model.

[0027] In the embodiments, by Figure 1-4 The present invention provides a tea shaping and aroma-enhancing device, comprising a base 1, a transmission device 2 on the top of the base 1, and two limiting mechanisms 3 located on the right side of the transmission device 2 on the top of the base 1, the two limiting mechanisms 3 being symmetrically distributed from left to right, and a shaping and aroma-enhancing mechanism 4 being disposed inside the two limiting mechanisms 3.

[0028] The shaping and aroma-enhancing mechanism 4 includes a roller 401. Inside the roller 401 is a heating cylinder 402 connected to the transmission device 2. The right side of the heating cylinder 402 is threaded with a cover shell 403. Inside the roller 401 are multiple corrugated plates 404 arranged in a spiral shape. Inside the heating cylinder 402 are multiple mounting slots 405 distributed horizontally at equal intervals.

[0029] The base 1 includes a base plate 101. Four mounting seats 102 arranged in a rectangular array are fixedly connected to the bottom of the base plate 101. The mounting seats 102 can be fixedly connected to an external workbench. A rotating block 103 is fixedly connected to the top of the base plate 101. A mounting plate 104 is fixedly connected to the top of the rotating block 103. A handle 105 located on the left side of the rotating block 103 is fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting plate 104. The handle 105 is set at the same height as the rotating block 103.

[0030] The mounting base 102 allows the device to be securely installed on various workbenches, ensuring stability during operation. The combination design of the rotating block 103 and the handle 105 allows operators to easily adjust the device angle according to actual processing needs. Whether it is feeding tea leaves, observing the processing process, or discharging, the most suitable working angle can be found, significantly improving the flexibility and convenience of the device.

[0031] The transmission device 2 includes a mounting frame 201, which is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting plate 104. A motor 202 is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting frame 201. A gear 203 located on the right side of the mounting frame 201 is connected to the output end of the motor 202. A gear ring 204 fixedly connected to the left side of the roller 401 is meshed on the outer side of the gear 203. A connecting shaft 205 is rotatably connected to the right side of the mounting frame 201. The right side of the connecting shaft 205 is fixedly connected to the left side of the heating cylinder 402. A gear disc 206 meshing with the outer side of the gear 203 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the connecting shaft 205.

[0032] The motor 202 serves as the power source, and through a transmission system consisting of gear 203, gear ring 204, gear disc 206, and connecting shaft 205, it can simultaneously provide stable rotational power to both the drum 401 and the heating cylinder 402. This compact transmission structure design not only reduces the number of transmission components and lowers energy loss during transmission, thus improving transmission efficiency, but also ensures the synchronization and stability of the rotation of the drum 401 and the heating cylinder 402, providing reliable power support for the tea's shaping and aroma-enhancing process.

[0033] The outer side of the mounting bracket 201 is fixedly connected with two reinforcing ribs 5, and the outer side of the motor 202 is fixedly connected with a fixing ring 6 that is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting bracket 201.

[0034] The reinforcing rib 5 effectively enhances the structural strength and rigidity of the mounting frame 201. During long-term operation of the device, it can resist the vibration and stress caused by the rotation of the motor 202 and the operation of the drum 401, preventing the mounting frame 201 from deforming or being damaged, and ensuring the stability of the transmission device 2. The fixing ring 6 firmly fixes the motor 202 to the mounting frame 201, further reducing the vibration amplitude of the motor 202 during operation, reducing the risk of component loosening due to vibration, and also helping to reduce equipment operating noise and create a better working environment.

[0035] The limiting mechanism 3 includes a limiting ring 301. Three rollers 302, which are rotatably connected to the inner side of the limiting ring 301 and are distributed in a ring at equal intervals, are arranged with one roller at the top and two at the bottom. All three rollers 302 are in contact with the outer side of the roller 401. A track ring 303 is fixedly connected to the outer side of the roller 401. The track ring 303 is located inside the rollers 302. The rollers 302 are arranged in an I-shape.

[0036] The limiting structure formed by the limiting ring 301 and the roller 302 can precisely limit the rotation trajectory of the roller 401, ensuring that the roller 401 remains stable during high-speed rotation and will not have axial or radial deviation, thus ensuring the stability and consistency of the tea shaping and aroma enhancement process. The three rollers 302 are arranged in a specific layout to contact the outside of the roller 401. In conjunction with the design of the track ring 303 and the I-shaped roller 302, the roller 401 is effectively supported while greatly reducing the frictional resistance of the roller 401 during rotation, reducing energy consumption and extending the service life of the equipment.

[0037] The right side of the roller 401 is open and tapered, with the smaller end of the opening facing to the right. The heating cylinder 402 is tapered, and an electric heating device can be installed inside the heating cylinder 402.

[0038] The conical opening design on the right side of the drum 401 utilizes the guiding effect of the conical structure to allow tea leaves to smoothly enter the drum 401 during feeding and to be discharged quickly and smoothly during discharge, effectively reducing the amount of tea leaves remaining in the drum 401. The conical structure of the heating cylinder 402 is adapted to the drum 401, which helps to distribute heat more evenly inside the drum 401. Combined with the precise temperature control function of the electric heating equipment, it can achieve precise heating of the tea leaves and better improve the shaping and aroma enhancement effect of the tea leaves.

[0039] Working principle:

[0040] Step 1: Secure the device to a suitable workbench using the mounting base 102. Adjust the device to a suitable angle by rotating the rotating block 103 using the handle 105, according to the tea processing requirements. Open the cover 403 and install the electric heating device inside the drum 401 through the mounting slot 405. Then tighten the cover 403 to ensure the device is sealed. Pour the tea to be processed into the drum 401 through the conical opening on the right side of the drum 401.

[0041] Step 2: Connect the power supply and start the motor 202. The motor 202 outputs power to drive the gear 203 to rotate. The gear 203, through meshing with the gear ring 204 and gear disc 206, causes the drum 401 and the heating cylinder 402 to rotate synchronously. At the same time, the electric heating device installed in the mounting groove 405 inside the heating cylinder 402 starts working, and the heat generated is evenly distributed inside the drum 401. During the rotation of the drum 401, the internally spirally arranged corrugated plates 404 continuously tumble the tea leaves, ensuring that the tea leaves are heated evenly and comprehensively inside the drum 401, achieving the shaping and aroma enhancement process of the tea leaves.

[0042] Step 3: After the tea leaves have completed the shaping and aroma enhancement process, turn off the motor 202 and the electric heating equipment. After the drum 401 and the heating cylinder 402 stop rotating and the temperature drops, turn the rotating block 103 with the handle 105 to adjust the tilt angle so that the conical opening on the right side of the drum 401 faces downward. Due to the conical opening design on the right side of the drum 401, the processed tea leaves can be smoothly poured out of the drum 401, completing the entire tea leaf shaping and aroma enhancement process.

[0043] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0044] Although embodiments of the present invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art 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 appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A tea-shaping and aroma-enhancing device, comprising a base (1), characterized in that: The base (1) is provided with a transmission device (2) at the top. The base (1) is provided with two limiting mechanisms (3) located on the right side of the transmission device (2). The two limiting mechanisms (3) are symmetrically distributed on the left and right. The two limiting mechanisms (3) are provided with a shaping and fragrance-enhancing mechanism (4) inside. The shaping and aroma-enhancing mechanism (4) includes a roller (401), inside which a heating cylinder (402) connected to the transmission device (2) is provided. A cover (403) is threaded to the right side of the heating cylinder (402). Inside the roller (401) are multiple corrugated plates (404) arranged in a spiral shape. Inside the heating cylinder (402) are multiple mounting slots (405) distributed horizontally at equal intervals.

2. The tea-shaping and aroma-enhancing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The base (1) includes a base plate (101), and four mounting seats (102) arranged in a rectangular array are fixedly connected to the bottom of the base plate (101). The mounting seats (102) can be fixedly connected to an external workbench. A rotating block (103) is fixedly connected to the top of the base plate (101), and a mounting plate (104) is fixedly connected to the top of the rotating block (103). A handle (105) located on the left side of the rotating block (103) is fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting plate (104). The handle (105) is set at the same height as the rotating block (103).

3. The tea-shaping and aroma-enhancing device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The transmission device (2) includes a mounting frame (201), which is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting plate (104). A motor (202) is fixedly connected to the top of the mounting frame (201). The output end of the motor (202) is connected to a gear (203) located on the right side of the mounting frame (201). A gear ring (204) fixedly connected to the left side of the roller (401) meshes with the outer side of the gear (203). A connecting shaft (205) is rotatably connected to the right side of the mounting frame (201). The right side of the connecting shaft (205) is fixedly connected to the left side of the heating cylinder (402). A gear disc (206) meshing with the outer side of the gear (203) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the connecting shaft (205).

4. The tea-shaping and aroma-enhancing device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The mounting bracket (201) has two reinforcing ribs (5) fixedly connected to its outer side, and the motor (202) has a fixing ring (6) fixedly connected to the top of the mounting bracket (201) fixedly connected to its outer side.

5. The tea-shaping and aroma-enhancing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The limiting mechanism (3) includes a limiting ring (301). Three rollers (302) are rotatably connected to the inner side of the limiting ring (301) and are distributed in a ring at equal distances. The three rollers (302) are arranged with one on top and two on the bottom. All three rollers (302) are in contact with the outer side of the roller (401). A track ring (303) is fixedly connected to the outer side of the roller (401). The track ring (303) is located inside the rollers (302). The rollers (302) are arranged in an I-shape.

6. The tea-shaping and aroma-enhancing device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The right side of the roller (401) is open and tapered, with the smaller end of the opening facing to the right. The heating cylinder (402) is tapered, and an electric heating device can be installed inside the heating cylinder (402).

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