Edible mushroom moisture content detection device
By designing an automatically opening box door and a funnel-shaped drainage hole structure, the problems of cumbersome operation and contamination in traditional edible fungus moisture detection devices have been solved, achieving convenient moisture detection and a clean operating environment.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- XINYU MUSHROOM IND CO LTD
- Filing Date
- 2025-07-29
- Publication Date
- 2026-08-04
AI Technical Summary
Traditional edible fungus moisture detection devices are cumbersome to operate, difficult to remove from the culture dish, inconvenient for harvesting, and the moisture cannot drain smoothly, which can easily pollute the environment.
A device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi was designed, comprising a testing platform, an intelligent temperature controller, an outer shell, an inner shell, and a placement box. A water leakage chamber and a water leakage hole are provided between the inner shell and the outer shell. The box door is automatically opened by a connecting rod, and the inner shell can be fully pulled out. The water storage box collects moisture, and the water leakage hole is located at the center of the funnel-shaped bottom.
It simplifies the operation process of petri dishes, improves water drainage efficiency, maintains the cleanliness of the device, provides a larger operating space, and prevents contamination and damage.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model relates to the field of edible fungi technology, specifically to a device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi. Background Technology
[0002] Different edible fungi have different temperature requirements and can be divided into low-temperature, medium-temperature, and high-temperature types. For example, enoki mushrooms are low-temperature edible fungi, with a suitable growth temperature of 5℃-20℃; oyster mushrooms are medium-temperature, with a suitable temperature of 15℃-25℃; and straw mushrooms are high-temperature, with a suitable growth temperature of 25℃-35℃. Depending on the temperature, the humidity of the culture medium (substrate such as wood, straw, and soil) in the culture dish also needs to be adjusted.
[0003] Traditional testing methods typically involve inspectors randomly selecting edible fungi and culture media from petri dishes and placing them on the testing platform of an infrared moisture analyzer. The infrared moisture analyzer uses infrared radiation to heat the samples, causing the moisture to evaporate. The moisture content is calculated by measuring the change in the mass of the culture media. After sampling, the samples are returned to the incubation chamber, and the temperature and humidity are adjusted.
[0004] However, traditional petri dishes are rather inconvenient to use. They are often placed in a deep container (mainly to avoid direct sunlight or rapid evaporation of moisture), which makes it difficult to remove them. Furthermore, once the edible fungi in the petri dishes have matured, they are not easy to harvest. Summary of the Invention
[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved
[0006] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi, thereby solving the problems mentioned in the background art.
[0007] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides a device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi, comprising: a detection platform on which an intelligent temperature controller is installed; a petri dish comprising an outer shell and an inner shell, the inner shell being embedded in the outer shell, a drainage cavity being provided between the bottom of the inner shell and the bottom of the outer shell, the bottom of the inner shell being a filter screen, and a drainage hole being provided at the bottom of the outer shell; and a placement box comprising a box body, a box door, a connecting rod, a connecting block, and a support block, wherein the top and one side of the box body are open, the box door is hinged to the opening on the side of the box body, the support block is located at the bottom of the box door, the petri dish slides on the support block, sliders are fixed on both sides of the petri dish, grooves for the sliders to slide are provided on both sides of the box body, the connecting block is fixed at the bottom two corners of the box door, and the two ends of the connecting rod are rotatably connected to the connecting block and the sliders, respectively.
[0008] Optionally, the bottom of the outer casing is funnel-shaped, and the drainage hole is located at the center of the bottom of the outer casing.
[0009] Optionally, a water storage box is slidably connected between the bottom of the box and the support block.
[0010] Optionally, when the culture dish is completely pulled out of the placement box, the inner shell can be completely located outside the placement box.
[0011] Optionally, the outer shell has multiple access notches, and the inner shell has multiple lifting notches recessed inward at the multiple access notches.
[0012] Optionally, a handle is fixed to the outer casing.
[0013] Optionally, rubber gaskets are fixed to both the bottom of the box door and the outer shell.
[0014] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi, which has the following beneficial effects:
[0015] This invention features a door that automatically opens when the petri dish is removed, facilitated by a connecting rod, allowing operators to observe and harvest the petri dish. When the petri dish is pushed in, the door automatically closes, avoiding the problem of traditional petri dishes being difficult to remove from deep containers.
[0016] This invention features a drainage hole located at the center of the funnel-shaped bottom, which, in conjunction with the funnel-shaped bottom structure, allows water to flow naturally towards the center and be discharged through the drainage hole, ensuring a smooth and efficient water discharge path.
[0017] This invention collects water in a water storage box, preventing water from dripping directly onto the bottom of the box or the ground, keeping the surrounding environment clean, and preventing water accumulation from damaging the device. Attached Figure Description
[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the present invention;
[0019] Figure 2 It shows Figure 1 A magnified structural diagram at point A;
[0020] Figure 3 A top view of the petri dish is shown.
[0021] Figure 4 It shows Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the cross-sectional structure.
[0022] In the diagram: 1. Testing platform; 2. Intelligent temperature controller; 3. Outer shell; 4. Inner shell; 5. Leakage chamber; 6. Filter screen; 7. Leakage hole; 8. Box body; 9. Box door; 10. Connecting rod; 11. Connecting block; 12. Support block; 13. Sliding block; 14. Slide groove; 15. Water storage box; 16. Retrieval notch; 17. Lifting notch; 18. Handle; 19. Rubber gasket. Detailed Implementation
[0023] 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.
[0024] Example: Please refer to Figures 1 to 4 According to an embodiment of this utility model, a technical solution is provided: a device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi, comprising: a detection platform 1, on which an intelligent temperature controller 2 is installed; a petri dish, comprising an outer shell 3 and an inner shell 4, the inner shell 4 being embedded in the outer shell 3, a water leakage cavity 5 being provided between the bottom of the inner shell 4 and the bottom of the outer shell 3, a water filter screen 6 being provided at the bottom of the inner shell 4, and a water leakage hole 7 being provided at the bottom of the outer shell 3; a placement box, comprising a box body 8, a box door 9, a connecting rod 10, a connecting block 11, and a support block 12, the top and one side of the box body 8 being open, the box door 9 being hinged to the opening on the side of the box body 8, the support block 12 being located at the bottom of the box door 9, the petri dish sliding on the support block 12, sliders 13 being fixed on both sides of the petri dish, and grooves 14 being provided on both sides of the box body 8 for the sliders 13 to slide, the connecting block 11 being fixed at the bottom two corners of the box door 9, and the two ends of the connecting rod 10 being rotatably connected to the connecting block 11 and the slider 13, respectively.
[0025] The edible fungus moisture content detection device with the above structure uses the detection platform 1 as the basic support structure of the entire device, providing a platform for the installation and placement of other components. The intelligent temperature controller 2 is installed on the detection platform 1, which can accurately control and monitor the temperature inside the device. It can flexibly set and maintain a suitable temperature environment according to different stages of edible fungus growth, meeting the strict temperature requirements for edible fungus growth. Secondly, when the culture dish is pulled out, the box door 9 opens automatically under the action of the connecting rod 10, so as to facilitate the operator to observe, pick and perform other operations; when the culture dish is pushed in, the box door 9 can close automatically, avoiding the problem of traditional culture dishes being difficult to remove when placed in deep containers.
[0026] The bottom of the outer casing 3 is funnel-shaped, and the drain hole 7 is located in the center of the bottom of the outer casing 3. Compared with the ordinary flat bottom design, the funnel-shaped bottom can more effectively guide water to converge towards the center. The drain hole 7 is located in the center of the funnel-shaped bottom. In conjunction with the funnel-shaped bottom structure, water can flow naturally to the center and be discharged through the drain hole 7, ensuring a smooth and efficient water discharge path.
[0027] A water storage box 15 is slidably connected between the bottom of the box body 8 and the support block 12. Excess water in the petri dish will drip into the water storage box 15 after being drained through the drain hole 7. The water storage box 15 collects this water, preventing water from dripping directly onto the bottom of the box or the ground, keeping the surrounding environment of the device clean, and preventing water accumulation from damaging the device. Since the water storage box 15 is slidably connected, when the water in the water storage box 15 reaches a certain amount, it can be easily slid out between the bottom of the box body 8 and the support block 12 for pouring and cleaning.
[0028] When the petri dish is completely pulled out of the placement box, the inner shell 4 can be completely outside the placement box. When the inner shell 4 is completely outside the placement box, the operator can more conveniently and comprehensively operate on the edible fungi in the petri dish, such as picking, adding culture medium, and observing the growth status of edible fungi. Compared with the case where the inner shell 4 is partially inside the box, the completely exposed inner shell 4 provides a wider operating space and reduces the limitations of operation.
[0029] The outer shell 3 has multiple access notches 16, and the inner shell 4 has multiple lifting notches 17 located inwardly recessed at the multiple access notches 16. The access notches 16 on the outer shell 3 can be arc-shaped, rectangular, or other shapes suitable for inserting fingers or tools to facilitate the application of force. The lifting notches 17 on the inner shell 4 are recessed inward and cooperate with the access notches 16 to form a design that makes it easy to grip and lift the inner shell 4. The recessed design does not affect the internal space and strength of the inner shell 4 too much.
[0030] A handle 18 is fixed on the outer casing 3 to facilitate the operator's grip and application of force.
[0031] Rubber gaskets 19 are fixed to the bottom of the box door 9 and the outer shell 3. When the box door 9 is closed, the rubber gaskets 19 at the bottom of the box door 9 and the rubber gaskets 19 on the outer shell 3 press against each other to form a good sealing effect. This can effectively prevent external dust and impurities from entering the box and avoid contaminating the edible fungi in the culture dish. It can also prevent internal moisture from flowing out and maintain a relatively stable culture environment.
[0032] Working principle:
[0033] The operator first sets the appropriate temperature parameters on the intelligent temperature controller 2 according to the variety and growth stage of the edible fungi. At the same time, the operator checks whether the external heating or cooling equipment is properly connected and can operate normally.
[0034] Prepare the culture dish, place a suitable culture medium in the inner shell 4, and inoculate with edible fungi. Place the culture dish into the placement box, ensuring that the sliders 13 on both sides of the culture dish are accurately embedded in the grooves 14 on both sides of the box body 8. Close the box door 9. At this time, the bottom of the box door 9 and the rubber gasket 19 on the outer shell 3 form a seal, providing a relatively stable growth environment for edible fungi.
[0035] When it is necessary to test the moisture content of edible fungi or to harvest them, the operator can manually pull the handle 18 to remove the culture dish. Under the action of the connecting rod 10, the box door 9 will open automatically, and the operator can pull the culture dish completely out of the box. At this time, the inner shell 4 is completely outside the box, which is convenient for testing the moisture content of edible fungi.
[0036] If maintenance of the petri dish is required, such as changing the culture medium or cleaning the inner shell 4, the operator can remove the inner shell 4 from the outer shell 3 through the access notch 16 on the outer shell 3 and the lifting notch 17 on the inner shell 4. After the maintenance is completed, the inner shell 4 is put back into the outer shell 3, ensuring that both are properly installed. Finally, the petri dish is pushed back into the placement box, and the box door 9 is closed. This structure allows for convenient and efficient detection and management of the moisture content of edible fungi.
[0037] 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. An edible mushroom water content detection device, characterized in that, include: Testing station (1), on which a smart temperature controller (2) is installed; The petri dish includes an outer shell (3) and an inner shell (4). The inner shell (4) is embedded in the outer shell (3). A water leakage cavity (5) is left between the bottom of the inner shell (4) and the bottom of the outer shell (3). The bottom of the inner shell (4) is a water filter screen (6). The bottom of the outer shell (3) is provided with a water leakage hole (7). The placement box includes a box body (8), a box door (9), a connecting rod (10), a connecting block (11), and a support block (12). The top and one side of the box body (8) are open. The box door (9) is hinged to the opening on the side of the box body (8). The support block (12) is located at the bottom of the box door (9). The petri dish slides on the support block (12). Slider blocks (13) are fixed on both sides of the petri dish. The box body (8) has grooves (14) on both sides for the sliders (13) to slide. The connecting block (11) is fixed at the bottom two corners of the box door (9). The two ends of the connecting rod (10) are rotatably connected to the connecting block (11) and the slider (13), respectively.
2. The device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the outer shell (3) is funnel-shaped, and the drainage hole (7) is located at the center of the bottom of the outer shell (3).
3. The device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi according to claim 1, characterized in that: A water storage box (15) is slidably connected between the bottom of the box body (8) and the support block (12).
4. The device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi according to claim 1, characterized in that: When the culture dish is completely pulled out of the placement box, the inner shell (4) can be completely located outside the placement box.
5. The device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi according to claim 1, characterized in that: The outer shell (3) has multiple access notches (16), and the inner shell (4) has multiple lifting notches (17) located inwardly recessed at the multiple access notches (16).
6. The device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi according to claim 1, characterized in that: A handle (18) is fixed on the outer shell (3).
7. The device for detecting the moisture content of edible fungi according to claim 1, characterized in that: Rubber pads (19) are fixed to the bottom of the box door (9) and the outer shell (3).