Automatic classification and screening device for olive fruits

Abstract

The utility model discloses an automatic classification and screening device of olea europaea fruit, including feed structure, information input module, orientation sorting structure, control module and a plurality of storage bin. Information input module is used for before fruit enters the device and inputs its place of origin, variety and harvest period etc. information, and control module receives this information and controls the action of orientation sorting structure, makes fruit enter corresponding storage bin. The storage bin is equipped with information identification area, is used to show the basic information of fruit, and reserves the detection result input function, is convenient for the backfilling and corresponding of later detection result, realizes the orderly management and accurate traceability of olea europaea fruit. The device structure is simple, and the operation is convenient, can efficiently complete the batch classification of fruit and information association.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of agricultural product sorting equipment technology, specifically to an automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits. Background Technology

[0002] As a high-value crop, olive fruit exhibits significant differences in nutritional composition, appearance, and storage performance depending on its origin, variety, and harvesting period. Therefore, post-harvest processing and subsequent stages often require categorized management and storage based on origin information to facilitate subsequent component testing (such as squalene and hydroxytyrosol) and traceability.

[0003] Most existing olive fruit sorting devices focus on image recognition screening based on the appearance characteristics of the fruit, such as size and color. These devices are complex in structure, costly, and prone to large recognition errors. At the same time, they generally lack supporting structures for information recording and subsequent traceability, making it difficult to effectively correspond the test results with the actual batch of fruit, resulting in inconvenience in processing and management.

[0004] Therefore, there is an urgent need for an automatic olive fruit sorting and screening device with a simple structure, basic information input and corresponding sorting capabilities, and support for backfilling of detection data, in order to solve the shortcomings of existing equipment in terms of material identification accuracy and information traceability. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an automatic sorting and screening device for olives, so as to realize the automatic batch storage of fruits according to their origin, variety and harvest period information in the post-harvest stage, and to have the function of backfilling test results, thereby improving management efficiency and traceability accuracy.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] An automatic sorting and screening device for olives includes a feeding structure, an information input module, a guiding and sorting structure, a control module, and multiple storage bins; wherein:

[0008] The information input module is used to input information such as the origin, variety, and harvest period of olives;

[0009] After receiving input information, the control module controls the guiding and sorting structure to move the olives into the corresponding storage bins.

[0010] Each storage compartment is equipped with an information identification area to display basic fruit information and support the input of subsequent test results;

[0011] Preferably, the guiding and sorting structure is a rotary diversion device;

[0012] Preferably, the information input module is any one of a touch screen, button panel, QR code scanner, etc.

[0013] Preferably, the storage compartment has a drawer-type or sliding box structure for easy independent management;

[0014] Preferably, the information identification area includes electronic tags, card slots, and a visual display screen;

[0015] Preferably, the device is further provided with a data backfill interface, which facilitates the display of the input detection data in the information identification area. Attached Figure Description

[0016] 【 Figure 1 This utility model provides an overall structural diagram illustrating the system composition of an automatic olive fruit sorting and screening device. The device includes basic modules such as a feeding structure, an information input module, a guiding and sorting structure, a control module, multiple storage bins, and an information labeling area.

[0017] 【 Figure 2 The diagram illustrates the guiding and sorting structure, showing the connection between the guiding device, the conveyor belt, and the storage bin, as well as the direction of fruit sorting and distribution.

[0018] 【 Figure 2a This diagram illustrates the rotary guide structure, showing the relationship between the sorting turntable, rotation center, motor drive, and multi-compartment unloading, and is suitable for multi-channel diversion solutions.

[0019] 【 Figure 3 The diagram shows the independent arrangement and numbering of drawer-type or slide-rail storage structures.

[0020] 【 Figure 4 The control module functional structure diagram shows the main functional components of the control module.

[0021] 【 Figure 4a The diagram shows the structure of the QR code scanner, its installation location, and its connection to the control module.

[0022] 【 Figure 4b The button-type input structure diagram shows the button layout, function definition, and cable connection method of the multi-key input module.

[0023] 【 Figure 5 The fruit sorting control flowchart (closed-loop process) illustrates the entire control chain from information input, data judgment, control command generation, guide structure action execution to sensor feedback confirmation.

[0024] 【 Figure 6The flowchart for data backfilling demonstrates the complete logical process of data file upload, field parsing, warehouse number matching, information refresh, exception handling prompts, and backfilling result recording.

[0025] In the diagram: 1. Feeding structure; 2. Information input module; 2a. Capacitive touch screen; 2b. Button input device; 2c. Rotary input device; 2d. QR code scanner; 3. Guiding and sorting structure; 3a. Sorting turntable; 3b. Central rotating shaft; 3c. Motor drive unit; 3d. Multi-compartment discharge port; 3e. Photoelectric positioning sensor; 4. Control module; 4a. Microprocessor; 4b. Information storage unit; 4c. Execution control unit; 4d. Data parsing unit; 5. Storage compartment; 6. Information identification area; 6a. Insertable tag; 6b. QR code pasting panel; 6c. Electronic paper display screen; 6d. OLED character screen; 6e. RFID tag module; 7. Data backfilling interface. Detailed Implementation

[0026] like Figure 1-4 As shown, an automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits includes a feeding structure 1, an information input module 2, a guiding and sorting structure 3, a control module 4, and multiple storage bins 5.

[0027] Among them, the feeding structure 1 is a conveyor belt structure that transports the harvested olives to the guiding and sorting structure 3 in an orderly manner.

[0028] Information input module 2 is located at the front of the device or on the control panel. It is used to input basic data (origin, variety, harvest date, etc.) for each fruit batch and can use various input methods, including:

[0029] a) Capacitive Touchscreen: Includes a graphical user interface display unit and a touch input unit. The interface has multiple preset input fields (such as drop-down options or a numeric keypad), and users select or input information through touch operations. After the information is entered and the user clicks "Confirm," an internal event response mechanism is triggered, and the encoded information is transmitted to control module 4.

[0030] b) Button input device: Multiple physical buttons are provided, each corresponding to a specific field option. For example, there are preset buttons for "Origin" and "Variety," which select the corresponding value when pressed. Combination buttons control switching between input items or confirming input. The system converts button level signals into field values ​​and then transmits them to the control module.

[0031] c) Rotary input device: This device allows for rotary encoder control of option switching, with function keys used to confirm field selection. For example, rotating the knob selects "Harvest Period," pressing confirms, and then proceeds to the next field. The device has a built-in microprocessor responsible for mapping the knob rotation amount to the current field status using standard encoding.

[0032] d) QR code scanner: By scanning the pre-made batch QR code, it automatically parses its embedded fields (such as place of origin = XX, harvest period = XX, etc.), and transmits them to the control module through the USB / serial interface. The system completes the field mapping and enters the confirmation stage.

[0033] All input methods are structured in a unified format (such as JSON string) and sent to control module 4. The control module then processes the subsequent mapping and sorting action instructions.

[0034] Information input module 2 is connected to control module 4 via a serial communication interface (such as RS232 or USB). The fruit information entered is transmitted to the control module after being encoded. The microprocessor in the control module receives the data and stores it in the information storage unit, and generates sorting control signals accordingly. If a barcode scanning module is used, the QR code information collected by the barcode scanner is transmitted via the USB interface and the fields (such as "origin" and "variety") are automatically identified. The system automatically performs field parsing and matching to achieve standardized information entry and automatic binding.

[0035] The control module 4 connects the information input module 2 and the guide sorting structure 3. After receiving the input information, it determines the fruit category and controls the action of the guide structure to send the batch of fruit into the designated storage bin 5.

[0036] The specific workflow is as follows: Olives are continuously conveyed by the conveyor belt feeding structure 1. When they reach the front sensor area of ​​the guide sorting structure 3, the infrared sensor or photoelectric sensor detects the fruit's arrival signal and sends a trigger signal to the control module 4. The control module 4 searches for the corresponding bin number based on the currently entered fruit information (including origin, variety, harvest period, etc.) and generates a sorting action instruction.

[0037] The sorting action command controls the turntable guide structure to rotate to the feed inlet position of the corresponding storage bin, and the angle is precisely controlled by a stepper motor. Simultaneously, the conveyor belt enters a brief stop state. Once the action is completed and confirmed by the position sensor, the control module resumes the conveyor belt operation, allowing the fruit to fall stably into the target position. This process enables one-to-one fruit sorting and automatically records the corresponding relationships.

[0038] Control module 4 internally includes an information processing unit, a mapping storage unit, and an execution control unit, and its workflow is as follows:

[0039] ① The information processing unit receives structured field information (such as “origin = XX”, “variety = YY”, “harvest period = ZZ”) from the information input module 2 and combines them as key fields;

[0040] ② The mapped storage unit has a pre-defined rule table that records the binding relationship between different field combinations and storage bin numbers. For example:

[0041] “Origin = Province A + Variety = O1 + Harvest Period = September” → Warehouse No. 1;

[0042] “Origin = Province B + Variety = O2 + Harvest Period = October” → Warehouse No. 2;

[0043] The rule table mentioned above can be implemented through a built-in configuration file or a database, and supports manual modification and dynamic updates.

[0044] ③ The judgment logic is based on a complete matching mechanism: The system standardizes the input fields (such as unifying the date format and filling in empty values), and then compares them item by item with the mapping table. After confirming the target warehouse number, the number information is sent to the execution control unit.

[0045] ④ The execution control unit looks up the corresponding guide structure angle value or action code according to the target compartment number, for example, "number 3 → lever angle = 90°", or "number 5 → flip plate number = 2 action";

[0046] ⑤ The control module will generate control commands (such as serial port command: "#SET_POS=90") and send them out through the drive circuit to control the actuator (such as stepper motor or pneumatic cylinder) of the guide sorting structure 3 to complete the action;

[0047] ⑥ Once the position sensor confirms that the action has been completed, the system allows the conveyor belt to continue running and enter the next fruit processing cycle.

[0048] In addition to the rotary table structure, the guiding and sorting structure 3 also includes optional paddle or flip-plate structures, all located at the end of the conveyor belt 1, and used to switch the path and orient the fruit under the command of the control module 4.

[0049] a) Rotary structure: Includes a sorting turntable with a through hole, a central rotating shaft, a motor drive unit, and a photoelectric positioning sensor. The rotation of the turntable causes the olives to fall into the corresponding storage bin after the through hole aligns with the inlet of the storage bin.

[0050] b) Paddle-type structure: Includes a paddle body, a rotating shaft, a drive motor, and a positioning sensor. The paddle is horizontally mounted above the feed inlet via the rotating shaft. The drive motor is connected to the side of the rotating shaft and controls the paddle to switch between different angles via gear or belt transmission. The control module outputs a control signal to drive the motor, causing the paddle to rotate to the slide direction of the designated compartment, guiding the fruit into the corresponding storage compartment. The positioning sensor is used to detect the current position of the paddle and provide feedback on the completion of the action.

[0051] c) Flip-plate structure: This includes a flip plate, a hinged connecting shaft, and a linear actuator or cylinder device. The flip plate is installed below the fruit path and is normally in a horizontal, closed state. Upon receiving a signal from the control module, it flips to a 45° or 90° opening angle, allowing the fruit to fall into the designated branch channel. This structure is suitable for multi-row outlet structures and offers rapid response.

[0052] All of the above structures are controlled by commands issued by the control module 4, and are used in conjunction with sensors to achieve accurate delivery.

[0053] Each storage compartment 5 is structurally independent and includes an information identification area 6. This area displays information such as the origin, variety, harvest date, and test results of the fruit currently stored in the compartment. The implementation can be either static or dynamic.

[0054] a) Static labeling method: This is achieved through insertable labels (paper / plastic material) or QR code sticker panels. Information is filled in manually or printed and then affixed to the surface of the warehouse. This method is suitable for situations where the information does not change frequently.

[0055] b) Dynamic electronic display method: Utilizing a low-power electronic paper display or OLED character screen, connected via a data bus (such as I...). 2 (C or SPI) is connected to control module 4. After sorting is completed or detection data is entered, the control module matches the corresponding display content according to the bin number, and sends the text or image content to the corresponding display unit through serial port commands or communication protocols to achieve dynamic refresh;

[0056] c) Electronic tag (e.g., RFID) method: Each warehouse is equipped with a write-type RFID tag module. The control module writes the corresponding data into the tag memory through the RFID writer, and external devices can read and verify the information. This method is suitable for offline data transmission scenarios in the traceability chain.

[0057] Different labeling formats can be selected according to usage requirements. Among them, the dynamic labeling method can automatically synchronize and update information in conjunction with the control module software system, improving the efficiency and accuracy of information management. At the same time, the device is equipped with a data backfilling interface 7, which is used to input laboratory test results into the control module 4, and after processing by the control module, display them in the labeling area 6 of the corresponding storage compartment 5.

[0058] The interface includes a USB interface, a Wi-Fi module, or a Bluetooth communication module, with a USB interface preferred to ensure input data stability. Testing personnel upload standard structured data files to the device via a USB flash drive or host computer. File formats include .csv or .json, etc.

[0059] The following is an example of a .csv file:

[0060] "Storage unit number, squalene content (%), hydroxytyrosol content (mg / kg), test date"

[0061] "3,0.18,55.2,2025-08-30"

[0062] The .json format example is as follows:

[0063] {"Storage Unit Number":"3","Squalene Content":"0.18","Hydroxytyrosol Content":"55.2","Test Date":"2025-08-30"}

[0064] Control module 4 has a built-in data parsing unit that processes data according to the following procedure:

[0065] ① After receiving the data file, the format is identified. If it is .csv, the fields are separated by commas; if it is .json, the parsing module is called to extract the fields.

[0066] ② The extracted "warehouse number" field is used to match the location of storage warehouse 5, and the other fields are stored in the information mapping table as auxiliary detection data of the warehouse.

[0067] ③ The system calls the refresh interface of the electronic screen corresponding to the identification area 6, and displays the information such as "squalene content", "hydroxytyrosol content", and "test date" on the screen or label after formatting;

[0068] ④ If a file field is missing, the number is abnormal, or the format is incorrect, the system will trigger an error message mechanism, displaying a message such as "Data backfilling failed, please check the format" on the interface, while retaining the original data unchanged;

[0069] ⑤ Log records are automatically generated after successful data entry, facilitating later traceability and data backup.

[0070] This utility model has a reasonable structure, a high degree of automation, and is easy to operate. It is especially suitable for olive planting bases, primary processing plants, research institutions and other places, improving the efficiency of batch management of fruits and avoiding the problems of misplacement and mixed placement.

[0071] Furthermore, to enhance the preservation of olives during storage, a miniature preservation module can be added to each storage compartment without altering the main structure of the device. This module includes a low-power semiconductor cooling chip, a temperature sensor, a sealing gasket, and a power control circuit. It enables independent adjustment and constant control of the internal temperature of each compartment, maintaining it within a suitable storage temperature range (e.g., 10℃~15℃) to delay fruit spoilage and component changes. The cooling chip can be a TEC1-12706 type, using aluminum heat sinks for heat exchange and controlled by a temperature control chip. Flexible silicone sealing strips are installed at the edges of the compartment doors to enhance sealing. This preservation structure is optional and will not affect the normal operation of the device's sorting, screening, and information traceability functions.

[0072] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of this utility model. Those skilled in the art can make equivalent adjustments to the structure without departing from the core concept of this utility model, and such adjustments still fall within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. An automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits, characterized in that, include: The system includes a feeding structure (1), an information input module (2), a guiding and sorting structure (3), a control module (4), and multiple storage bins (5). The information input module (2) is used to input information about the origin, variety, and harvest period of the olive fruit. The control module (4) is connected to the information input module (2) and is used to control the operation of the guiding and sorting structure (3) according to the input information. The guiding and sorting structure (3) is used to guide the olive fruit into the corresponding storage bin (5). Each storage bin (5) is equipped with an information identification area (6) to display the information of the stored olive fruit and the test results input later.

2. The automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits according to claim 1, characterized in that, The feeding structure (1) is a conveyor belt structure and is connected to the guiding and sorting structure (3).

3. The automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits according to claim 1, characterized in that, The information input module (2) can be any one of a touch screen, a button group or a rotary input device.

4. The automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control module (4) includes a microprocessor, an information storage unit, and an execution control unit.

5. The automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits according to claim 1, characterized in that, The guiding and sorting structure (3) is a rotatable turntable mechanism.

6. The automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits according to claim 1, characterized in that, The storage compartment (5) is a drawer-type or sliding box storage structure.

7. The automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits according to claim 1, characterized in that, The information identification area (6) includes a visual display screen, a card slot, or a QR code sticker panel.

8. The automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits according to claim 1, characterized in that, The device is equipped with a data backfill interface (7) for inputting detection data to the control module (4) in the later stage and displaying it in the identification area (6) of the corresponding storage compartment.

9. An automatic sorting and screening device for olive fruits according to claim 1, characterized in that, Each storage compartment (5) is assigned a compartment number, and the control module (4) can bind and record the input information with the compartment number.

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