A folding seedling gathering machine
By designing folding components and pulley sets on the seedling gatherer, the frame can be flexibly adjusted, solving the problems of low efficiency and inconvenient storage of conventional seedling gatherers in wide fields, thus improving work efficiency and portability.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- ZHONGXIANG ZHITIAN AGRI MASCH MFG CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-06-30
- Publication Date
- 2026-06-19
AI Technical Summary
Conventional seedling gatherers have a fixed length of rotating sled, which results in low work efficiency in wider fields and makes storage inconvenient when the length is extended.
The machine employs a folding assembly, including a frame, support base, and telescopic components. The frame can be flipped and folded through the cooperation of the support base and the rotating shaft. Combined with the pulley set and drive motor, the working width of the seedling gatherer can be adjusted.
It improves the efficiency of seedling harvesting machines in fields of varying widths, solves the problem of inconvenient storage, and facilitates storage and transportation.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of agricultural machinery technology, specifically a folding seedling gatherer. Background Technology
[0002] A peanut seedling raising machine is an agricultural machine specifically designed for peanut cultivation. By raising the seedlings, it creates ridges around the peanut roots. During the day, this ridge structure increases the soil's contact area with sunlight, allowing it to absorb more heat and thus raising the soil temperature. Especially in spring when temperatures are lower, this creates more suitable temperature conditions for peanut seed germination and seedling growth, promoting early germination and emergence, and extending the effective growth cycle of peanuts.
[0003] In use, conventional seedling gatherers only have one rotating shovel, and its length is relatively fixed. When facing wider fields, the working efficiency is low. Extending the length of the rotating shovel makes it difficult to store later. Based on this, this application provides a foldable seedling gatherer. Utility Model Content
[0004] To address the shortcomings of existing technologies, this utility model provides a foldable seedling gatherer, which solves the problem that conventional seedling gatherers in the existing technology only have one rotating shovel, and the length is relatively fixed during use, resulting in low work efficiency when facing wider fields. Extending the length of the rotating shovel, on the other hand, makes it difficult to store later.
[0005] The folding seedling gatherer of this utility model includes:
[0006] A folding assembly, comprising a frame, a support base on one side of the frame, a telescopic component installed on the inner side of the support base, and one end of the telescopic component being inclined at a preset angle to control the frame to flip and fold.
[0007] The frame has one or more components arranged in a linear array. One of the frames has two symmetrically arranged support seats at both ends on one side. The support seats are adapted to the other end of the telescopic component and are used to fix the telescopic component.
[0008] As a further improvement of this utility model, both the first support base and the second support base are provided with through holes on their outer sides, and a rotating shaft is inserted into the through hole. The rotating shaft is respectively connected to both ends of the telescopic member.
[0009] As a further improvement of this utility model, a seedling gathering component is provided on the inner side of the frame. The seedling gathering component includes a connecting seat, which is installed in one of the frames and located in the middle position.
[0010] As a further improvement of this utility model, a drive motor is installed on the top of the connecting seat, and the output shaft of the drive motor extends to one end of the frame and is equipped with a pulley set.
[0011] As a further improvement of this utility model, the pulley assembly includes two pulleys, one of which is adapted to the output shaft of the drive motor, and the other is located on one side of the frame, away from the drive motor.
[0012] As a further improvement of this utility model, a reversible sled is installed at one end of the pulley on the side away from the drive motor, which is used to gather the seedlings of the target object.
[0013] As a further improvement of this utility model, the frame is open-shaped, and levers are provided on both sides of the inner wall, while support rollers are provided on the outer side of the frame.
[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows:
[0015] This utility model achieves the flipping and folding of the frame through the cooperation of the support base, the rotating shaft and the telescopic parts. It can flexibly adjust the working width of the seedling gatherer according to the field width of different fields, avoiding the problem of conventional seedling gatherers having to go back and forth multiple times in wider fields, and greatly improving the work efficiency.
[0016] The pulley assembly uses a key connection and V-belt drive to stably and efficiently transmit the power of the drive motor to the reversible sled, ensuring smooth seedling gathering and further improving work efficiency. Attached Figure Description
[0017] The accompanying drawings, which are included to provide a further understanding of this application and form part of this application, illustrate exemplary embodiments and are used to explain this application, but do not constitute an undue limitation of this application. In the drawings:
[0018] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the combined structure of the folding component and the seedling gathering component of this utility model;
[0019] Figure 2 This is a front view structural diagram of the combination of the folding component and the seedling gathering component of this utility model;
[0020] Figure 3 This is a top view of the combined folding component and the seedling gathering component of this utility model;
[0021] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the rear view of the combination of the folding component and the seedling gathering component of this utility model.
[0022] In the diagram: 1. Folding component; 2. Seedling gathering component;
[0023] 11. Frame; 12. Support base one; 13. Telescopic component; 14. Support base two; 15. Rotating shaft;
[0024] 21. Drive motor; 22. Connecting seat; 23. Pulley; 24. Tilting sled; 25. Support roller; 26. Lever. Detailed Implementation
[0025] The following illustrations will reveal several embodiments of the present invention. For clarity, many physical details will be described in the following description. However, it should be understood that these physical details should not be used to limit the present invention. That is, in some embodiments of the present invention, these physical details are not essential. Furthermore, for the sake of simplicity, some conventional structures and components will be shown in a simple schematic manner in the illustrations.
[0026] Furthermore, the technical solutions of the various embodiments can be combined with each other, but this must be based on the ability of those skilled in the art to implement them. When the combination of technical solutions is contradictory or cannot be implemented, it should be considered that such combination of technical solutions does not exist and is not within the scope of protection claimed by this utility model.
[0027] Please see Figure 1-4 A peanut seedling raising machine is an agricultural machine specifically designed for peanut cultivation. By raising the seedlings, it creates ridges around the peanut roots. During the day, this ridge structure increases the soil's contact area with sunlight, allowing it to absorb more heat and thus raising the soil temperature. Especially in spring when temperatures are lower, this creates more suitable temperature conditions for peanut seed germination and seedling growth, promoting early germination and emergence, and extending the effective growth cycle of peanuts.
[0028] In use, conventional seedling gatherers consist of only one reversible sled 24, which has a relatively fixed length and is inefficient when working in wider fields. Extending the length of the reversible sled 24 presents storage challenges later on. Therefore, this application provides a foldable seedling gatherer, comprising:
[0029] Folding assembly 1 includes a frame 11, a support base 12 is provided on one side of the frame 11, and a telescopic member 13 is installed on the inner side of the support base 12. One end of the telescopic member 13 is tilted at a preset angle to control the frame 11 to flip and fold.
[0030] There are one or more frames 11 arranged in a linear array. Two symmetrically arranged support seats 14 are provided at both ends of one side of one of the frames 11. The support seats 14 are adapted to the other end of the telescopic member 13 and are used to fix the telescopic member 13.
[0031] The folding assembly 1 includes a frame 11, which is made of high-strength metal material (such as aluminum alloy or stainless steel), possessing good strength and corrosion resistance, and capable of withstanding various external forces during seedling raising operations. A support base 12 is provided on one side of the frame 11, and the support base 12 is securely fixed to the frame 11 by welding or bolting. A telescopic component 13 is installed on the inner side of the support base 12. The telescopic component 13 can be a hydraulic telescopic rod or an electric telescopic rod to meet different power requirements. One end of the telescopic component 13 is inclined at a preset angle, which is carefully designed, generally between 30° and 60°. This angle allows the telescopic component 13 to effectively control the folding and tilting of the frame 11 during extension and retraction.
[0032] There are one or more frames 11 arranged in a linear array. The design of multiple frames 11 can be flexibly combined according to the actual working width to adapt to fields of different widths. Two symmetrically arranged support seats 14 are provided at both ends of one side of one of the frames 11. The support seats 14 are also fixed to the frame 11 by welding or bolting. The support seats 14 are adapted to the other end of the telescopic member 13 and are fixed to the telescopic member 13 by pins or other detachable connection methods to ensure that the telescopic member 13 is stable and reliable during operation.
[0033] Working principle
[0034] When operations are required in wider fields, the number of frames 11 can be increased and the folding assembly 1 can be unfolded. Specifically, the telescopic component 13 is activated to extend it. Since one end of the telescopic component 13 is tilted at a preset angle, a force is generated during the extension process that causes the frame 11 to flip and unfold, thereby gradually unfolding the originally folded frame 11, increasing the working width of the seedling gatherer and improving work efficiency.
[0035] When the work is completed or the seedling gatherer needs to be stored, the telescopic component 13 is retracted. During the retraction of the telescopic component 13, the frame 11 will gradually flip and fold under the action of the telescopic component 13, reducing the overall space occupied by the seedling gatherer and facilitating storage and transportation.
[0036] By increasing or decreasing the number of frames 11 and unfolding or folding the frames 11, the working width of the seedling gatherer can be flexibly adjusted according to the width of the field, avoiding the problem of conventional seedling gatherers having to make multiple round trips in wider fields, and greatly improving work efficiency.
[0037] Easy to store and fold: The folding design allows the frame 11 of the seedling gatherer to be folded up when not in use, reducing the space occupied and solving the problem of inconvenient storage caused by the non-adjustable length of the flip sled 24 of conventional seedling gatherers, making it convenient for the storage and transportation of the equipment.
[0038] Stable and reliable structure: The frame 11 is made of high-strength metal material. The connection between the support base 12 and the support base 14 and the frame 11 is firm. The expansion joint 13 and the support base are stably connected, which ensures the structural stability and reliability of the seedling gatherer during operation and folding.
[0039] Before using this folding seedling gatherer, first determine the number of frames 11 needed based on the width of the work area. Assemble the frames 11 in a linear array, connecting each frame 11 via support base 14 and telescopic components 13. Check that the telescopic components 13 are securely connected to ensure they function properly.
[0040] During operation, activate the telescopic component 13 to extend it, unfolding the frame 11 to a suitable working width. The operator can adjust the extension length of the telescopic component 13 according to actual conditions to achieve the best operational results. During operation, carefully observe the working status of the seedling gatherer to ensure its normal operation.
[0041] After the operation is completed, control the telescopic component 13 to retract, gradually folding the frame 11. After folding, clean and maintain the seedling gathering machine, check for damage or wear on each component, and repair or replace it in a timely manner.
[0042] Both the outer sides of support base 12 and support base 14 are provided with through holes, and a rotating shaft 15 is inserted into the through hole. The rotating shaft 15 is connected to both ends of the telescopic member 13.
[0043] A seedling gathering component 2 is provided on the inner side of the frame 11. The seedling gathering component 2 includes a connecting seat 22, which is installed on one of the frames 11 and located in the middle position.
[0044] A drive motor 21 is mounted on the top of the connecting seat 22. The output shaft of the drive motor 21 extends to one end of the frame 11 and is equipped with a set of pulleys 23.
[0045] In the folding assembly 1, support base 12 and support base 14 play a crucial connecting and supporting role. Support base 12 is installed on one side of frame 11, and support base 14 is symmetrically distributed at both ends of one side of one of the frames 11. Both support bases 12 and 14 have through holes on their outer sides. The diameter and precision of these through holes are precisely designed to ensure a tight fit with the rotating shaft 15. The rotating shaft 15, made of high-strength alloy steel and heat-treated by quenching and tempering, possesses good strength and toughness. The rotating shaft 15 is threaded through both ends of the telescopic component 13 using a clearance fit. This ensures that the telescopic component 13 can rotate flexibly around the rotating shaft 15 while withstanding various forces during extension and retraction. Through this structure, the telescopic component 13 can drive the frame 11 to fold and rotate during extension and retraction, thereby adjusting the working width of the seedling gatherer.
[0046] A seedling-gathering assembly 2 is provided on the inner side of the frame 11, and a connecting seat 22 of the seedling-gathering assembly 2 is installed at the middle position of one of the frames 11. The connecting seat 22 is made of cast aluminum, which is lightweight and high-strength. It is installed by bolt connection. Through precise positioning holes and bolts, the connecting seat 22 is firmly fixed to the frame 11, and the installation position is carefully designed so that the seedling-gathering assembly 2 can operate stably during operation.
[0047] A drive motor 21 is mounted on the top of the connecting seat 22. The drive motor 21 is a high-efficiency and stable three-phase asynchronous motor, and its power is reasonably selected according to the operational requirements of the seedling gatherer. The output shaft of the drive motor 21 extends to one end of the frame 11 and is equipped with a set of pulleys 23. The set of pulleys 23 includes a driving pulley 23 and a driven pulley 23. The driving pulley 23 is mounted on the output shaft of the drive motor 21, and the driven pulley 23 is mounted on the relevant components of the seedling gatherer. The set of pulleys 23 uses a V-belt for transmission, which has the advantages of high transmission efficiency and low noise. After the drive motor 21 starts, it transmits power to the seedling gatherer components through the set of pulleys 23 to realize the seedling gatherer operation.
[0048] Working principle
[0049] When it is necessary to adjust the working width of the seedling gatherer, activate the telescopic component 13. During the extension or retraction process, the telescopic component 13, because its two ends are connected to support base 12 and support base 14 through the pivot 15, will rotate around the pivot 15, thereby causing the frame 11 to flip and fold. When the frame 11 is unfolded to the appropriate width, the seedling gathering operation can begin.
[0050] During the seedling raising operation, the drive motor 21 is started. The output shaft of the drive motor 21 drives the active pulley 23 to rotate, and the power is transmitted to the driven pulley 23 through the triangular belt, thereby driving the seedling raising operation component to raise the seedlings and form a ridge around the peanut roots.
[0051] Through the cooperation of the support base, the rotating shaft 15 and the telescopic component 13, the frame 11 can be flipped and folded, which allows the seedling gatherer to flexibly adjust the working width according to the field width, improves the work efficiency, and avoids the problem of conventional seedling gatherers having to go back and forth multiple times in wider fields.
[0052] The connecting seat 22 of the seedling gathering assembly 2 is installed in the middle of the frame 11, ensuring the stability of the structure. The drive motor 21 transmits power through the pulleys 23, which has high transmission efficiency and low noise, ensuring the stable operation of the seedling gathering.
[0053] The folding design allows the frame 11 of the seedling gatherer to be folded up after the operation is completed, reducing the space occupied and making it convenient for storage and transportation of the equipment, thus solving the problem of inconvenient storage of conventional seedling gatherers.
[0054] Before using this folding seedling gatherer, first adjust the unfolded width of the frame 11 by activating the telescopic component 13 according to the width of the work field. Check whether the connection between the support base, the rotating shaft 15 and the telescopic component 13 is firm, and ensure that the frame 11 can unfold stably.
[0055] Install the connector 22 of the seedling gathering assembly 2, and check the installation of the drive motor 21 and the pulley 23 group to ensure that the belt tension is appropriate. Turn on the power to the drive motor 21, start the drive motor 21, and check whether the transmission of the pulley 23 group is normal. If there is any abnormality, adjust it in time.
[0056] During operation, the operator can control the speed of the drive motor 21 according to the actual situation to adjust the speed and effect of the seedling gathering operation. After the operation is completed, first turn off the drive motor 21, then activate the telescopic component 13 to fold up the frame 11, clean and maintain the seedling gathering machine, check whether there is any damage or wear on each part, and repair or replace it in time.
[0057] The pulley group 23 includes two pulleys 23, one of which is adapted to the output shaft of the drive motor 21, and the other is located on one side of the frame 11, away from the drive motor 21.
[0058] A reversible sled 24 is installed at one end of the pulley 23 on the side away from the drive motor 21, which is used to gather the seedlings of the target object.
[0059] The frame 11 is open, and there are levers 26 on both sides of the inner wall. Support rollers 25 are provided on the outer side of the frame 11.
[0060] The pulley set 23 is a key component for power transmission in the seedling gatherer, comprising two pulleys 23. One pulley 23 is fitted to the output shaft of the drive motor 21 using a keyed connection. The key's dimensions and precision are rigorously designed to ensure stable and efficient power transmission from the drive motor 21 to the pulley 23. The key is made of high-strength alloy steel and undergoes heat treatment processes such as quenching and tempering, resulting in excellent strength and wear resistance. The other pulley 23 is located on one side of the frame 11, away from the drive motor 21. The two pulleys 23 are connected by a V-belt, which offers advantages such as high transmission efficiency, high friction, and low noise. The belt tension is adjusted by a tensioning pulley, which is installed in a suitable position and can be flexibly adjusted according to belt usage to ensure the belt is always at the appropriate tension, thereby ensuring stable power transmission.
[0061] A reversible shovel 24 is mounted on one end of the pulley 23, away from the drive motor 21. The reversible shovel 24 is securely connected to the pulley 23 by bolts and nuts. During installation, precise positioning holes ensure the accurate placement of the reversible shovel 24, guaranteeing stable seedling raising during operation. This effectively turns and raises the soil in the peanut planting area, creating suitable ridges around the peanut roots and providing a favorable soil environment for peanut growth.
[0062] The frame 11 has an open design, which facilitates the installation and maintenance of the various components of the seedling gatherer. Two levers 26 are located on the inner walls of the frame 11. These levers 26 are made of high-strength aluminum alloy, characterized by their light weight and high strength. The position and angle of the levers 26 are precisely designed so that they can appropriately move and arrange the soil and peanut seedlings during operation, resulting in a more even and ideal seedling gathering effect. Support rollers 25 are located on the outer side of the frame 11. These rubber rollers provide excellent shock absorption and anti-slip properties. The support rollers 25 are connected to the frame 11 via bearings. High-precision ball bearings ensure smooth rotation of the support rollers 25, reduce friction, and allow the seedling gatherer to move smoothly during operation.
[0063] When the drive motor 21 is started, its output shaft drives the corresponding pulley 23 to rotate. Through the transmission of the V-belt, power is transmitted to the pulley 23 on the side furthest from the drive motor 21, which in turn drives the reversible sled 24 to rotate. During rotation, the reversible sled 24 turns over the soil in the peanut planting area and gathers the seedlings, forming ridges around the peanut roots. During the seedling gathering operation, the support rollers 25 roll on the ground, providing support and power for the seedling gatherer, ensuring its smooth movement. Simultaneously, the levers 26 on both sides of the inner wall of the frame 11 appropriately move and arrange the soil and peanut seedlings, further optimizing the seedling gathering effect.
[0064] The pulley 23 sets adopt a key connection and V-belt drive, which can stably and efficiently transmit the power of the drive motor 21 to the reversible sled 24, ensuring the smooth progress of seedling gathering and improving work efficiency.
[0065] The special design and material selection of the reversible sled 24 enable it to effectively turn over the soil and gather seedlings. At the same time, the setting of the lever 26 further optimizes the seedling gathering effect, making the soil around the peanut roots form a more uniform and ideal ridge shape, which is conducive to peanut growth.
[0066] The open design of frame 11 facilitates the installation and maintenance of components, while the support rollers 25 provide excellent support and mobility for the seedling gatherer. The rubber support rollers 25 offer shock absorption and anti-slip properties, enabling the seedling gatherer to move smoothly during operation and adapt to different terrain conditions.
[0067] Combined with the aforementioned folding component 1, the seedling gatherer can adjust the unfolded and folded state of the frame 11 as needed. After the operation is completed, the frame 11 can be folded up, reducing the space occupied and facilitating the storage and transportation of the equipment, thus solving the problem of inconvenient storage for conventional seedling gatherers.
[0068] Before using this folding seedling gatherer, first adjust the unfolded width of the frame 11 by activating the telescopic component 13 according to the width of the work field. Check that the connection between the support base, the rotating shaft 15, and the telescopic component 13 is secure to ensure that the frame 11 can unfold stably. At the same time, check that the belt tension of the pulley group 23 is appropriate and adjust it using the tensioner to ensure the stability of power transmission. Check that the reversible sled 24 is securely installed and that the blades are sharp.
[0069] Turn on the power to the drive motor 21, start the drive motor 21, and observe whether the transmission of the pulley group 23 is normal and whether the tilting sled 24 can rotate normally. If there is any abnormality, stop the machine in time to check and troubleshoot.
[0070] During operation, the operator can control the speed of the drive motor 21 according to the actual situation to adjust the speed and effect of the seedling gathering operation. As the seedling gatherer moves forward, the support rollers 25 roll smoothly to ensure the stability of the machine. The levers 26 on both sides of the inner wall of the frame 11 will appropriately move and arrange the soil and peanut seedlings.
[0071] After the operation is completed, first turn off the drive motor 21, then activate the telescopic component 13 to fold up the frame 11. Clean and maintain the seedling gatherer, removing mud and debris from the reversing sled 24 and the lever 26, and check all parts for damage or wear, repairing or replacing them promptly. Inspect the belts of the pulley group 23, and replace them promptly if they are aged or severely worn.
[0072] The above description is merely an embodiment of this utility model and is not intended to limit the scope of this utility model. Various modifications and variations can be made to this utility model by those skilled in the art. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principle of this utility model should be included within the scope of the claims of this utility model.
Claims
1. A folding seedling gatherer, characterized in that, include: Folding assembly (1), the folding assembly (1) includes a frame (11), a support seat (12) is provided on one side of the frame (11), a telescopic component (13) is installed on the inner side of the support seat (12), and one end of the telescopic component (13) is inclined at a preset angle to control the frame (11) to flip and fold. There are one or more frames (11) arranged in a linear array. Two symmetrically arranged support seats (14) are provided at both ends of one side of one of the frames (11). The support seats (14) are adapted to the other end of the telescopic member (13) for fixing the telescopic member (13).
2. The folding seedling gatherer according to claim 1, characterized in that: Both the first support base (12) and the second support base (14) have through holes on their outer sides, and a rotating shaft (15) is inserted into the through hole. The rotating shaft (15) is connected to both ends of the telescopic member (13).
3. The folding seedling gatherer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The inner side of the frame (11) is provided with a seedling gathering component (2), the seedling gathering component (2) includes a connecting seat (22), the connecting seat (22) is installed in one of the frames (11) and is located in the middle position.
4. A folding seedling gatherer according to claim 3, characterized in that: The top of the connecting seat (22) is equipped with a drive motor (21), the output shaft of which extends to one end of the frame (11) and is equipped with a set of pulleys (23).
5. A folding seedling gatherer according to claim 4, characterized in that: The pulley (23) group includes two pulleys (23), one of which is adapted to the output shaft of the drive motor (21), and the other is located on one side of the frame (11) and away from the drive motor (21).
6. A folding seedling gatherer according to claim 4, characterized in that: A reversible sled (24) is installed at one end of the pulley (23) on the side away from the drive motor (21) for gathering seedlings of the target object.
7. A folding seedling gatherer according to claim 1, characterized in that: The frame (11) is open and has levers (26) on both sides of the inner wall. Support rollers (25) are provided on the outer side of the frame (11).