Fruit wine fermentation tank with stirring function

Abstract

This utility model relates to the field of fruit wine fermentation technology, specifically to a fruit wine fermentation tank with a stirring function. The tank includes a tank body, a top plate at the top of the tank body, an inlet and a second drive motor at the top of the top plate, and an outlet at the bottom of the tank body. The top plate also has an adjustment mechanism. During the operation of the fruit wine fermentation equipment, the rotating sleeve, through its internal annular groove, contacts the rotating rod, applying a tangential force to drive the rotating rod to rotate. This, in turn, drives the lower stirring frame to rotate synchronously. The stirring frame forms a spiral turbulent flow field within the fermentation tank, effectively avoiding material sedimentation and uneven fermentation, while simultaneously improving fermentation efficiency and product quality. Furthermore, when the rotating column rotates, its surface drive groove engages with the force-bearing frame, causing the force-bearing frame to slide along a guide path. This drives the connected lifting block to reciprocate vertically, thereby causing the lifting plate and rotating rod to rise and fall synchronously, achieving dynamic adjustment of the stirring frame height.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fruit wine fermentation technology, and in particular to a fruit wine fermentation tank with a stirring function. Background Technology

[0002] Fruit wine fermentation is the process by which the sugars in fruits are converted into alcohol, carbon dioxide, and other flavor substances through the metabolic action of microorganisms such as yeast. It is the core step in making fruit wine. In an anaerobic environment, yeast breaks down fermentable sugars such as glucose and fructose in fruits to produce alcohol (ethanol), carbon dioxide, and a small amount of heat. At the same time, it generates flavor substances such as esters, organic acids, and higher alcohols. These substances together determine the taste, aroma, and quality of fruit wine.

[0003] However, in the existing technology, the liquid level of the material changes with the fermentation time during the fruit wine fermentation process: in the early stage, due to the addition of more material, the liquid level is at a higher level, and in the later stage, due to the generation of bubbles during fermentation, the liquid level rises further. In this case, the fixed-height stirring rack can only act on a certain layer of material, resulting in uneven stirring between the upper and lower layers. If the stirring is uneven, the local yeast activity is too strong, producing excessive organic acids or higher alcohols, making the fruit wine taste sour and bitter. If the fermentation is insufficient, there will be residual sugar, affecting the shelf life of the product. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to solve the problem in the existing technology where a fixed-height stirring rack can only act on a certain layer of material, resulting in uneven stirring between the upper and lower layers. Therefore, this invention proposes a fruit wine fermentation tank with a stirring function.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a fruit wine fermentation tank with stirring function, comprising a tank body, a top plate provided on the top of the tank body, a liquid inlet and a second drive motor provided on the top of the top plate, a liquid outlet provided at the bottom of the tank body, and an adjustment mechanism provided on the top plate;

[0006] The adjustment mechanism includes a mounting frame, a first drive motor mounted on the top of the mounting frame, a rotating column rotatably connected inside the mounting frame, the output end of the first drive motor being fixedly connected to the rotating column, and two first sliding rods symmetrically fixedly connected inside the mounting frame. The same lifting block is slidably connected to the outer circumference of the two first sliding rods. A longitudinal movement drive mechanism is provided between the rotating column and the lifting block. A lifting plate is fixedly connected to one side of the lifting block, and a stirring mechanism is rotatably connected to the bottom end of the lifting plate. The second drive motor is drively connected to the stirring mechanism.

[0007] Preferably, the stirring mechanism includes a rotating rod rotatably connected to the bottom end of the lifting plate, a stirring frame fixedly connected to the bottom end of the rotating rod, a sleeve slidably connected to the outer surface of the stirring frame, the sleeve being sleeved over the rotating rod, a driven bevel gear fixedly connected to the outer surface of the top end of the sleeve, and a driving bevel gear fixedly connected to the output end of the second drive motor, the driving bevel gear meshing with the driven bevel gear.

[0008] Preferably, the inner side of the sleeve is provided with a groove, and the side wall of the rotating rod is provided with a protrusion, which is located in the groove and slidably connected to the groove.

[0009] Preferably, the longitudinal movement drive mechanism includes a drive groove formed on the surface of the rotating column, and a force-bearing frame is rotatably connected to the side wall of the lifting block, the force-bearing frame being slidably connected to the drive groove.

[0010] Preferably, a second sliding rod is slidably connected to the inner side of one end of the lifting plate, and the bottom end of the second sliding rod is fixedly connected to the top plate.

[0011] Compared with the prior art, the advantages and positive effects of this utility model are as follows:

[0012] 1. In this utility model, during the operation of the fruit wine fermentation equipment, the rotating sleeve rotates and forms a contact engagement with the rotating rod through the internal annular groove, applying a tangential force to drive the rotating rod to rotate, thereby driving the lower stirring rack to rotate synchronously. The stirring rack forms a spiral turbulent flow field in the fermentation tank, effectively avoiding material sedimentation and uneven fermentation, while improving fermentation efficiency and product quality. In addition, when the rotating column rotates, its surface driving groove engages with the force-bearing frame, driving the force-bearing frame to slide along the guide path, thereby driving the connected lifting block to reciprocate in the vertical direction, thereby driving the lifting plate and the rotating rod to rise and fall synchronously, realizing the dynamic adjustment of the height of the stirring rack, so that it can reach the optimal stirring state at different fermentation stages, thereby ensuring the fullness of material mixing and the controllability of the process environment;

[0013] 2. In this utility model, after the first drive motor is powered on, it can drive the rotating column to rotate. The drive groove on the outer wall of the rotating column meshes with the circumferentially arranged force frame, pushing the lifting block to slide longitudinally along the surface of the first slide rod. With the guidance and limiting function of the slide rod, the lifting block achieves stable linear motion, thereby driving the lower lifting plate to rise and fall synchronously along the second slide rod, realizing the vertical displacement control of the rotating rod, providing a precise adjustment basis for subsequent stirring operations. After the second drive motor is powered on, it drives the active bevel gear and the driven bevel gear to mesh and transmit power, causing the sleeve connected to it to rotate synchronously. The spiral groove or linkage structure on the inner wall of the sleeve contacts the rotating rod to generate torque, causing the rotating rod and the stirring frame connected to it to rotate synchronously, thereby completing the efficient stirring of materials. This system realizes the coordinated control of the lifting and rotation of the stirring device, effectively improving the transmission efficiency and operational stability, and is suitable for various automated processing and fermentation scenarios. Attached Figure Description

[0014] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall three-dimensional structure of a fruit wine fermentation tank with a stirring function proposed in this utility model.

[0015] Figure 2 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the regulating mechanism in a fruit wine fermentation tank with a stirring function proposed in this utility model.

[0016] Figure 3 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the regulating mechanism in a fruit wine fermentation tank with stirring function proposed in this utility model.

[0017] Figure 4 This is a partial three-dimensional structural diagram of the regulating mechanism in a fruit wine fermentation tank with a stirring function proposed in this utility model.

[0018] Legend: 1. Tank body; 2. Top plate; 3. First drive motor; 4. Adjustment mechanism; 41. Mounting frame; 42. Rotating column; 421. Drive groove; 43. First slide rod; 44. Sleeve; 441. Driven bevel gear; 442. Groove; 45. Rotating rod; 46. Stirring frame; 47. Lifting plate; 48. Lifting block; 49. Second slide rod; 481. Force-bearing frame; 5. Second drive motor; 51. Driven bevel gear; 6. Liquid inlet. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To better understand the above-mentioned objectives, features, and advantages of this utility model, the present utility model will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in these embodiments can be combined with each other.

[0020] Many specific details are set forth in the following description in order to provide a full understanding of the present invention. However, the present invention may also be implemented in other ways different from those described herein. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the specific embodiments disclosed in the following specification.

[0021] like Figures 1-4 As shown, this utility model provides a fruit wine fermentation tank with stirring function, including a tank body 1, a top plate 2 on the top of the tank body 1, the top plate 2 and the tank body 1 can be fixedly connected or can be opened and closed, a second drive motor 5 is installed on one side of the top of the top plate 2, the output end of the second drive motor 5 is fixedly connected to a drive bevel gear 51, a liquid inlet 6 is fixedly connected to one side of the top of the top plate 2, a liquid outlet is provided at the bottom of the tank body 1, a switch valve is provided at both the liquid inlet and the liquid outlet, and an adjustment mechanism 4 is also provided on the top of the top plate 2;

[0022] The adjustment mechanism 4 includes a mounting frame 41, a rotating column 42 rotatably connected to the inner side of the mounting frame 41, and two first sliding rods 43 symmetrically fixedly connected to the inner side of the mounting frame 41. The same lifting block 48 is slidably connected to the outer circumferential surface of the two first sliding rods 43. A longitudinal movement drive mechanism is provided between the rotating column 42 and the lifting block 48. A lifting plate 47 is fixedly connected to one side of the lifting block 48. A stirring mechanism is rotatably connected to the bottom end of the lifting plate 47. The stirring mechanism includes a rotating rod 45 rotatably connected to the bottom end of the lifting plate 47. A stirring frame 46 is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the rotating rod 45. A sleeve 44 is slidably connected to the outer surface of the stirring frame 46. A driven bevel gear 441 is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the top end of the sleeve 44. The driving bevel gear 51 meshes with the driven bevel gear 441.

[0023] like Figures 2-4 As shown, a groove 442 is provided on the inner side of the sleeve 44, and a protrusion is provided on the side wall of the rotating rod 45. The protrusion can be located in the groove 442 and slidably connected to the groove 442. The longitudinal movement drive mechanism includes a drive groove 421 formed on the surface of the rotating column 42, and a force-bearing frame 481 is rotatably connected to the side wall of the lifting block 48. The force-bearing frame 481 is slidably connected to the drive groove 421, and a first drive motor 3 is mounted on the top of the mounting frame 41. The output end of the first drive motor 3 is fixedly connected to the rotating column 42. A second slide rod 49 is slidably connected to the inner side of one end of the lifting plate 47, and the bottom end of the second slide rod 49 is fixedly connected to the top plate 2.

[0024] The specific settings and functions of this embodiment will be described in detail below. During the operation of the fruit wine fermentation equipment, the rotation of the sleeve 44 plays a crucial role in power transmission. When the sleeve 44 rotates, the pre-set annular groove 442 inside it will form a contact fit with the surface of the rotating rod 45. Through this groove 442, a tangential force is applied to the rotating rod 45, thereby effectively driving the rotating rod 45. As the rotating rod 45 rotates, the stirring frame 46 fixedly connected to its lower end will also rotate synchronously. The stirring frame 46 has a reasonable structural design and can form a spiral turbulent flow field inside the fermentation tank, so that the suspended solids, yeast colonies and nutrients in the fruit wine raw materials are evenly distributed, preventing the sedimentation and accumulation caused by gravity, and effectively avoiding the phenomenon of local over-fermentation or under-fermentation in the fermentation liquid, thereby improving the overall fermentation efficiency and product quality.

[0025] Meanwhile, as the rotating column 42 rotates, the drive groove 421 on its surface forms a sliding contact with the force-bearing frame 481. As the rotating column 42 continues to rotate, the drive groove 421 applies an axial thrust to the force-bearing frame 481, causing the force-bearing frame 481 to slide along the guide path of the drive groove 421. The force-bearing frame 481 is tightly connected to the lifting block 48, so its sliding directly drives the lifting block 48 to reciprocate in the vertical direction. The up-and-down movement of the lifting block 48 then drives the lifting plate 47 to rise and fall synchronously. The lifting plate 47 is connected to the rotating rod 45, and under its drive, the rotating rod 45 and the stirring rack 46 below it also achieve height adjustment.

[0026] Through the coordinated operation of the above structures, the stirring rack 46 can be adjusted vertically while rotating, so that it can achieve the optimal stirring position and angle at different liquid levels or different fermentation stages, thereby maximizing the material contact efficiency and uniformity during the stirring process and providing a more stable and controllable process environment for fruit wine fermentation.

[0027] The overall effect of this embodiment is that the energized drive motor 3 effectively drives the rotating column 42 to rotate. When the rotating column 42 rotates, the drive groove 421 on its outer wall interacts with the force-bearing frame 481 installed in its circumferential position. During the coordinated movement of the drive groove 421 and the force-bearing frame 481, a stable transmission thrust is generated, thereby pushing the lifting block 48 connected to it to slide longitudinally along the surface of the first slide rod 43. Since the first slide rod 43 provides good guidance and limiting functions, the lifting block 48 can only move in a straight line during the movement, avoiding structural interference or transmission errors caused by swaying or shaking. The straight-line movement of the lifting block 48 further links with the lifting plate 47, causing the lifting plate 47 to slide synchronously along the surface of the second slide rod 49, thereby achieving stable up and down displacement control of the rotating rod 45 installed on the lifting plate 47, providing a precise and reliable execution basis for subsequent stirring operations or height adjustment.

[0028] When the second drive motor 5 is powered on, its output shaft drives the active bevel gear 51 to rotate at high speed, and power is transmitted through the driven bevel gear 441 meshing with it. The driven bevel gear 441 is connected to the sleeve 44 structure, so the rotation of the driven bevel gear 441 further causes the sleeve 44 to rotate synchronously. As the sleeve 44 rotates, the spiral guide groove 442 or linkage protrusion structure designed on its inner wall contacts the internally nested rotating rod 45 and applies torque, causing the rotating rod 45 to rotate. During this process, the rotation of the rotating rod 45 drives the stirring frame 46, which is coaxially mounted with it, to rotate synchronously, thereby completing the uniform stirring or mixing of materials within the target area. This structure not only achieves coordinated vertical lifting and rotation control of the stirring mechanism, but also improves the transmission efficiency and operational stability of the overall system, making it suitable for various automated stirring or processing scenarios.

[0029] The operating principle and usage of this device are as follows: When the second drive motor 5 drives the active bevel gear 51 to rotate, it will drive the driven bevel gear 441 to rotate, thereby causing the sleeve 44 to start rotating. When the sleeve 44 rotates, it will apply a force to the rotating rod 45 through the inner groove 442, thereby driving the rotating rod 45 to start rotating. The rotating rod 45 will then drive the stirring rack 46 to rotate together. In this way, the stirring rack 46 can prevent sedimentation during the fruit wine fermentation process, and the stirring will make the material evenly distributed, ensuring that the yeast, sugar and nutrients are in full contact, and preventing excessive or insufficient fermentation in some areas.

[0030] During the mixing process, the first drive motor 3 drives the rotating column 42 to rotate. When the rotating column 42 rotates, it applies a force to the force-bearing frame 481 through the drive groove 421, causing the force-bearing frame 481 to slide inside the drive groove 421 and drive the lifting block 48 to move up and down. The lifting block 48 then drives the lifting plate 47 to rise and fall together. The lifting plate 47 controls the rotating rod 45 to rise and fall synchronously, thereby adjusting the mixing height of the mixing frame 46 and further improving the uniformity of mixing.

[0031] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any other way. Any person skilled in the art may make changes or modifications to the above-disclosed technical content to create equivalent embodiments for application in other fields. However, any simple modifications, equivalent changes, and modifications made to the above embodiments based on the technical essence of the present utility model without departing from the technical solution of the present utility model shall still fall within the protection scope of the technical solution of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A fruit wine fermentation tank with a stirring function, comprising a tank body (1), wherein a top plate (2) is provided on the top of the tank body (1), a liquid inlet (6) and a second drive motor (5) are provided on the top of the top plate (2), and a liquid outlet is provided at the bottom of the tank body (1), characterized in that: The top plate (2) is also provided with an adjustment mechanism (4); The adjustment mechanism (4) includes a mounting frame (41), a first drive motor (3) is mounted on the top of the mounting frame (41), a rotating column (42) is rotatably connected inside the mounting frame (41), the output end of the first drive motor (3) is fixedly connected to the rotating column (42), and two first slide rods (43) are symmetrically fixedly connected inside the mounting frame (41). The same lifting block (48) is slidably connected to the outer circumference of the two first slide rods (43). A longitudinal movement drive mechanism is provided between the rotating column (42) and the lifting block (48). A lifting plate (47) is fixedly connected to one side of the lifting block (48), and a stirring mechanism is rotatably connected to the bottom end of the lifting plate (47). The second drive motor (5) is drively connected to the stirring mechanism.

2. The fruit wine fermentation tank with stirring function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The stirring mechanism includes a rotating rod (45) rotatably connected to the bottom end of the lifting plate (47). A stirring frame (46) is fixedly connected to the bottom end of the rotating rod (45). A sleeve (44) is slidably connected to the outer surface of the stirring frame (46). The sleeve (44) is sleeved on the outside of the rotating rod (45). A driven bevel gear (441) is fixedly connected to the outer surface of the top end of the sleeve (44). An active bevel gear (51) is fixedly connected to the output end of the second drive motor (5). The active bevel gear (51) meshes with the driven bevel gear (441).

3. A fruit wine fermentation tank with a stirring function according to claim 2, characterized in that: The sleeve (44) has a groove (442) on its inner side, and the rotating rod (45) has a protrusion on its side wall. The protrusion is located in the groove (442) and is slidably connected to the groove (442).

4. A fruit wine fermentation tank with a stirring function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The longitudinal movement drive mechanism includes a drive groove (421) formed on the surface of the rotating column (42), and a force-bearing frame (481) is rotatably connected to the side wall of the lifting block (48), and the force-bearing frame (481) is slidably connected to the drive groove (421).

5. A fruit wine fermentation tank with a stirring function according to any one of claims 1-4, characterized in that: The lifting plate (47) has a second sliding rod (49) slidably connected to the inner side of one end, and the bottom end of the second sliding rod (49) is fixedly connected to the top plate (2).

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