A cigarette empty-end detection device

CN224797919UActive Publication Date: 2026-09-25HONGYUN HONGHE TOBACCO (GRP) CO LTD
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Application Number
CN202521612215.9
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2025-07-31
Publication Date
2026-09-25
Estimated Expiration
2035-07-31

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Technical Problem

但是该检测方式需要操作者移动测量块,检测步骤多,检测过程费时费力,增加操作者的劳动负荷

Benefits of technology

通过设置传送带、储存槽和固定柱,使用者将卷烟放置在第一固定板的上方,通过第一固定板的作用使卷烟滚到第一固定板的右侧,且卷烟落到储存槽的内部,再启动第一电机带动上方一个固定柱在第二轴承的内部进行转动,通过固定柱与传送带之间的连接设置,固定柱带动传送带进行传送,传送带带动储存槽内部的卷烟进行运输,且储存槽内侧的卷烟到上方固定柱的右侧时落到两侧第三固定板之间,且在电子秤的上方,并通过电子秤可对卷烟进行称重,以便根据卷烟的重量判断卷烟是否空头,若卷烟的重量低于阈值时,驱动结构推动电子秤移出第二存储箱,卷烟掉落至第二存储箱内储存。若卷烟的重量大于等于阈值时,启动气缸带动连接柱连接的推动板进行滑动,以便推动板将两个第三固定板之间的卷烟推出装置的外侧,将卷烟送入下一级装置中加工;电子秤对下一个卷烟进行空头检测。

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Abstract

The utility model relates to cigarette empty head technical field discloses a cigarette empty head detection device, including first storage tank, first fixed plate and recess, the left side of first storage tank top is equipped with first fixed plate, the recess is equipped with in the middle position of first storage tank top, the recess's inside is equipped with detection structure, the downside of detection structure is in the inside of first storage tank, detection structure includes conveyer belt, storage groove and fixed column, the recess's inside is equipped with conveyer belt, the outside of conveyer belt is equipped with a plurality of storage grooves, the inside of conveyer belt is equipped with a plurality of fixed column, the inside wall of first storage tank is connected through first bearing to two fixed column below, the side of one fixed column above is connected through second bearing with one end second fixed plate, the utility model increases the precision and work efficiency of device detection empty head.
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Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of cigarette empty head technology, specifically a cigarette empty head detection device. Background Technology

[0002] A hollow end defect in cigarettes refers to a void of a certain area and depth formed at the end of the cigarette due to insufficient tobacco filling. National standards stipulate that the criteria for determining a hollow end are: a hollow cross-sectional area ratio (the ratio of the cross-sectional area of ​​the hollow portion to the cross-sectional area of ​​the cigarette) greater than two-thirds, and a hollow depth greater than 1 mm. Cigarettes with hollow ends need to be screened and rejected.

[0003] In existing technologies, such as Chinese Patent Publication No. CN219245329U, a cigarette hollow-end detection tool is disclosed. This device detects cigarette hollow-end defects by having the operator move a measuring block, aligning the outer end of a measuring ruler with the hollow in the cigarette, comparing the cross-section of the measuring ruler with the cross-section of the hollow portion, and determining if the cross-sectional area of ​​the measuring ruler is smaller than that of the hollow portion. If it is smaller, the cigarette stand is moved along a first direction, inserting the measuring ruler into the hollow until the outer end of the measuring ruler abuts against the deepest end of the hollow. The scale corresponding to the cigarette end is then read, which represents the depth of the hollow. It is then determined whether the hollow depth is greater than 1 mm; if it is, a hollow is determined to exist in the cigarette. However, this detection method requires the operator to move the measuring block, involves multiple steps, and is time-consuming and labor-intensive, increasing the operator's workload. Utility Model Content

[0004] The purpose of this invention is to provide a cigarette empty head detection device to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a cigarette empty head detection device, comprising a first storage box, a first fixing plate and a groove, wherein the first fixing plate is installed on the left side above the first storage box, and a groove is provided in the middle position above the first storage box, wherein a detection structure is installed on the inner side of the groove, and the lower part of the detection structure is located on the inner side of the first storage box. The detection structure includes a conveyor belt, storage tanks, and fixed columns. The conveyor belt is located inside the groove, and multiple storage tanks are located outside the conveyor belt. Multiple fixed columns are located inside the conveyor belt. The two lower fixed columns are connected to the inner wall of the first storage box via a first bearing. One side of the upper fixed column is connected to a second fixed plate at one end via a second bearing, and the other side of the upper fixed column passes through the fixed groove and is connected to a first motor. The fixed groove is located inside the second fixed plate at the other end. The second fixed plates at both ends are installed on both sides above the first storage box. A second storage box is installed on the right side above the first storage box. An electronic scale is installed inside the second storage box. Third fixed plates are installed on both sides above the second storage box. A push plate is located between the third fixed plates. A connecting column is installed on the outer side of the push plate. The connecting column passes through the right third fixed plate and connects to a sliding groove. A cylinder for pulling the push plate to move on the electronic scale is installed in the sliding groove. The output end of the cylinder is fixedly connected to the connecting column. A drive structure for pushing the electronic scale out of the second storage box is installed inside the second storage box.

[0006] The third fixed plate on the right side has a groove that communicates with the slide rail, and the groove extends along the extension direction of the slide rail; the connecting column passes through the groove and connects to the push plate and the output end of the cylinder, and the connecting column can slide in the groove.

[0007] An opening is provided on the top right side of the second storage box for the electronic scale to slide out.

[0008] The drive structure includes a second motor, support rods, slide bars, connecting blocks, screws, and sliders. The second motor is fixedly connected inside the second storage box. Two support rods are fixedly connected to opposite sides of the second storage box. The electronic scale rests against the support rods and is slidably connected to their tops. Slots for the slide bars are provided on both sides of the support rods. Both ends of the slide bars slide into these slots, and the slide bars are fixedly connected to the slider. The connecting block is also fixedly connected to the slide bars and the electronic scale. The slider is threadedly engaged with the screw, allowing it to move along the screw's extension direction. The screw is rotatably connected to the second storage box via bearings. One end of the screw is fixedly connected to the output end of the second motor.

[0009] The second motor drives the screw to rotate, which in turn drives the slider to move. The slider then pulls the slide bar and connecting block, ultimately moving the electronic scale. The forward and reverse rotation of the second motor causes the slider to reciprocate on the screw, thus moving the electronic scale into or out of the second storage box.

[0010] The lower part of the second storage box has a discharge port, which is hinged and covered by a door panel. Workers can scrape out empty cigarettes through the discharge port.

[0011] Preferably, the first storage box is fixedly connected to the first fixing plate, the second fixing plate and the second storage box, and the first storage box and the groove are integrally formed.

[0012] Preferably, the conveyor belt and the storage tank are integrated, and the inner wall of the conveyor belt and the outer wall of the fixed column are tightly fitted together.

[0013] Preferably, the two lower fixing posts are rotatably connected to the first bearing, and the plurality of fixing posts are arranged in a right-angled triangle.

[0014] Preferably, the upper fixed column is rotatably connected to the second bearing, and the upper fixed column is drivenly connected to the first motor.

[0015] Preferably, the second storage box and the third fixing plate are fixedly connected, and the third fixing plate is a triangular prism.

[0016] Preferably, the top of the electronic scale is on the same horizontal line as the top of the second storage box.

[0017] Preferably, the lower part of the third fixing plate is on the same horizontal line as the upper part of the electronic scale.

[0018] Preferably, the connecting columns are fixedly connected to the push plate and the slide groove, and the connecting columns are slidably connected to the third fixed plate on the right side.

[0019] Preferably, the cylinder and the third fixing plate on the right side are integrated, and the outer wall of the slide groove is fixedly connected to the third fixing plate on the right side.

[0020] Compared with existing technologies, the beneficial effects of this utility model are: By setting up a conveyor belt, storage tank, and fixed columns, the user places cigarettes on top of the first fixed plate. The first fixed plate causes the cigarettes to roll to the right side of the plate and fall into the storage tank. A first motor then drives one of the upper fixed columns to rotate inside a second bearing. Through the connection between the fixed column and the conveyor belt, the fixed column drives the conveyor belt to transport the cigarettes from the storage tank. Cigarettes in the storage tank fall between the two third fixed plates on the right side of the upper fixed column, above an electronic scale. The scale weighs the cigarettes to determine if they are empty. If the weight is below a threshold, a drive mechanism moves the electronic scale out of the second storage box, and the cigarette falls into the second storage box. If the weight is greater than or equal to the threshold, a cylinder is activated, causing a push plate connected to a connecting column to slide, pushing the cigarettes between the two third fixed plates out of the device and into the next stage of processing. The electronic scale then checks for empty cigarettes.

[0021] By installing a cigarette empty head detection device, the number of staff members can be reduced, the labor intensity can be lowered, and the work efficiency can be improved. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort. In all drawings, similar elements or parts are generally identified by similar reference numerals. In the drawings, the elements or parts are not necessarily drawn to scale.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a front view structural diagram of the utility model; Figure 2 This is a front view cross-sectional structural diagram of the utility model; Figure 3 This is a top view schematic diagram of the utility model structure; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the top cross-sectional structure of the utility model; Figure 5 for Figure 1 The cross-sectional structure diagram at point A in the diagram.

[0024] In the diagram: 1. First storage box; 2. First fixing plate; 3. Groove; 4. Detection structure; 401. Conveyor belt; 402. Storage tank; 403. Fixing column; 404. First bearing; 405. Second bearing; 406. Second fixing plate; 407. Fixing groove; 408. First motor; 409. Second storage box; 410. Electronic scale; 411. Third fixing plate; 412. Push plate; 413. Connecting column; 414. Slide groove; 415. Cylinder; 416. Opening; 417. Discharge port; 418. Door panel; 5. Drive structure; 501. Second motor; 502. Support rod; 503. Slide bar; 504. Connecting block; 505. Screw; 506. Slider. Detailed Implementation

[0025] In the description of the utility model, it should be noted that the terms "upper," "lower," "inner," "outer," "front end," "rear end," "both ends," "one end," and "the other end," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are used only for the convenience of describing the utility model and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on the utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first" and "second" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0026] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "installed," "equipped with," and "connected," etc., should be interpreted broadly. For example, "connected" can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; it can be a connection within two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this utility model based on the specific circumstances.

[0027] The technical solutions of this utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0028] Please see Figure 1-5This utility model provides a technical solution for a cigarette empty head detection device: a cigarette empty head detection device includes a first storage box 1, a first fixing plate 2 and a groove 3. The first fixing plate 2 is installed on the left side above the first storage box 1. The groove 3 is provided in the middle position above the first storage box 1. A detection structure 4 is installed on the inner side of the groove 3. The lower part of the detection structure 4 is located on the inner side of the first storage box 1. The detection structure 4 includes a conveyor belt 401, storage tanks 402, and fixing posts 403. The conveyor belt 401 is located inside the groove 3, and multiple storage tanks 402 are located outside the conveyor belt 401. Multiple fixing posts 403 are located inside the conveyor belt 401. The two lower fixing posts 403 are connected to the inner wall of the first storage box 1 via a first bearing 404. One side of the upper fixing post 403 is connected to a second fixing plate 406 at one end via a second bearing 405, and the other side of the upper fixing post 403 passes through a fixing groove 407 and is connected to a first motor 408. The fixing groove 407 is located inside the second fixing plate 406 at the other end. The two second fixing plates 406 at both ends are mounted on the upper part of the first storage box 1. On the right side above the first storage box 1, a second storage box 409 is installed. An electronic scale 410 is installed inside the second storage box 409. A third fixing plate 411 is installed on both sides above the second storage box 409. A push plate 412 is provided between the third fixing plates 411. A connecting column 413 is installed on the outside of the push plate 412. The connecting column 413 passes through the right third fixing plate 411 and is connected to the slide groove 414. A cylinder 415 for pulling the push plate 412 to move on the electronic scale 410 is installed in the slide groove 414. The output end of the cylinder 415 is fixedly connected to the connecting column 413. A drive structure 5 for pushing the electronic scale 410 out of the second storage box 409 is installed inside the second storage box 409.

[0029] The third fixing plate 411 on the right side has a groove that communicates with the slide groove 414. The groove extends along the extension direction of the slide groove 414. The connecting column 413 passes through the groove and connects to the push plate and the output end of the cylinder. The connecting column can slide in the groove.

[0030] An opening 416 is provided on the top right side of the second storage box 409 for the electronic scale to slide out.

[0031] The drive structure 5 includes a second motor 501, a support rod 502, a slider 503, a connecting block 504, a screw 505, and a slider 506. The second motor 501 is fixedly connected inside the second storage box 409. There are two support rods 502, which are fixedly connected to opposite sides of the second storage box 409. The electronic scale 410 abuts against the support rods 502 and is slidably connected to the top of the support rods 502. The two sides of the support rods 502 are provided with slots for the sliders 503 to be inserted. The two ends of the sliders 503 are slidably inserted into the slots. The sliders 503 and the slider 506 are fixedly connected. The connecting block 504 is fixedly connected to the sliders 503 and the electronic scale 410. The slider 506 is threadedly engaged with the screw 505, and the slider 506 can move along the extension direction of the screw 505. The screw 505 is rotatably connected to the second storage box 409 via a bearing; one end of the screw 505 is fixedly connected to the output end of the second motor 501.

[0032] The second motor 501 drives the screw 505 to rotate, the screw 505 drives the slider 506 to move, and the slider 506 pulls the slide bar 503 and the connecting block 504 to move, ultimately realizing the movement of the electronic scale 410. The forward and reverse rotation of the second motor 501 enables the slider 506 to reciprocate on the screw 505. This, in turn, pushes the electronic scale 410 out of or into the second storage box 409.

[0033] The lower part of the second storage box 409 has a discharge port 417, and a door panel 418 is hinged and covered to the discharge port 417. Workers can scrape out empty cigarettes through the discharge port 417.

[0034] In use, the user places the cigarette above the first fixed plate 2. The first fixed plate 2 causes the cigarette to roll to the right side of the first fixed plate 2 and fall into the storage tank 402. Then, the first motor 408 is started to drive the upper fixed column 403 to rotate inside the second bearing 405. Through the connection between the fixed column 403 and the conveyor belt 401, the fixed column 403 drives the conveyor belt 401 to transport the cigarette inside the storage tank 402. When the cigarette inside the storage tank 402 reaches the right side of the upper fixed column 403, it falls between the two third fixed plates 411 and above the electronic scale 410. The electronic scale 410 can weigh the cigarette to determine whether it is empty. If the weight of the cigarette is lower than the threshold, the drive structure 5 pushes the electronic scale 410 to move out of the second storage box 409, and the cigarette falls into the second storage box 409 for storage. If the weight of the cigarette is greater than or equal to the threshold, the cylinder 415 is activated to drive the push plate 412 connected to the connecting column 413 to slide, so that the push plate 412 pushes the cigarette between the two third fixed plates 411 out of the outside of the device and sends the cigarette into the next stage device for processing; the electronic scale 410 performs empty head detection on the next cigarette.

[0035] By installing a cigarette empty head detection device, the number of staff members can be reduced, the labor intensity can be lowered, and the work efficiency can be improved.

[0036] The first storage box 1 is fixedly connected to the first fixing plate 2, the second fixing plate 406 and the second storage box 409, and the first storage box 1 and the groove 3 are integrated.

[0037] The conveyor belt 401 and the storage tank 402 are integrated, and the inner wall of the conveyor belt 401 and the outer wall of the fixed column 403 are tightly fitted together.

[0038] The two lower fixed posts 403 are rotatably connected to the first bearing 404, and the multiple fixed posts 403 are arranged in a right-angled triangle.

[0039] The upper fixed column 403 is rotatably connected to the second bearing 405, and the upper fixed column 403 is drivenly connected to the first motor 408.

[0040] The second storage box 409 and the third fixing plate 411 are fixedly connected, and the third fixing plate 411 is set as a triangular prism.

[0041] The top of the electronic scale 410 is on the same horizontal line as the top of the second storage box 409.

[0042] The lower part of the third fixing plate 411 is on the same horizontal line as the upper part of the electronic scale 410.

[0043] The connecting column 413 is fixedly connected to the push plate 412 and the slide 414, and the connecting column 413 is slidably connected to the third fixed plate 411 on the right side.

[0044] The cylinder 415 and the third fixing plate 411 on the right side are integrated, and the outer wall of the slide groove 414 is fixedly connected to the third fixing plate 411 on the right side.

[0045] Although embodiments of the present utility 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 utility, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A cigarette empty end detection device, comprising a first storage box (1), a first fixing plate (2), and a groove (3), characterized in that: A first fixing plate (2) is installed on the left side above the first storage box (1). A groove (3) is provided in the middle position above the first storage box (1). A detection structure (4) is installed on the inner side of the groove (3). The bottom of the detection structure (4) is located on the inner side of the first storage box (1). The detection structure (4) includes a conveyor belt (401), a storage tank (402), and fixed posts (403). The inner side of the groove (3) is provided with a conveyor belt (401), and the outer side of the conveyor belt (401) is provided with multiple storage tanks (402). The inner side of the conveyor belt (401) is provided with multiple fixed posts (403). The two lower fixed posts (403) are connected to the inner wall of the first storage box (1) through the first bearing (404). One side of the upper fixed post (403) is connected to one end of the second fixed plate (406) through the second bearing (405). The other side of the upper fixed post (403) passes through the fixed groove (407) and is connected to the first motor (408). The fixed groove (407) is located inside the other end of the second fixed plate (406). The two ends of the second fixed plate (406) are installed on the two sides above the first storage box (1). On the right side above the first storage box (1), a second storage box (409) is installed. An electronic scale (410) is installed inside the second storage box (409). A third fixing plate (411) is installed on both sides above the second storage box (409). A push plate (412) is provided between the third fixing plates (411). A connecting column (413) is installed on the outside of the push plate (412). The connecting column (413) passes through the third fixing plate (411) on the right side and is connected to the slide (414). A cylinder (415) for pulling the push plate (412) to move on the electronic scale (410) is installed in the slide (414). The output end of the cylinder (415) is fixedly connected to the connecting column (413). A drive structure (5) for pushing the electronic scale (410) out of the second storage box (409) is installed inside the second storage box (409).

2. The cigarette empty head detection device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first storage box (1) is fixedly connected to the first fixing plate (2), the second fixing plate (406) and the second storage box (409), and the first storage box (1) and the groove (3) are integrated.

3. The cigarette empty head detection device according to claim 2, characterized in that: The conveyor belt (401) and the storage tank (402) are integrated, and the inner wall of the conveyor belt (401) and the outer wall of the fixed column (403) are closely fitted.

4. The cigarette empty head detection device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The two fixed posts (403) below are rotatably connected to the first bearing (404), and the multiple fixed posts (403) are arranged in a right triangle.

5. The cigarette empty head detection device according to claim 4, characterized in that: The upper fixed column (403) is rotatably connected to the second bearing (405), and the upper fixed column (403) is driven to the first motor (408).

6. The cigarette empty head detection device according to claim 5, characterized in that: The second storage box (409) and the third fixing plate (411) are fixedly connected, and the third fixing plate (411) is set as a triangular prism.

7. The cigarette empty head detection device according to claim 6, characterized in that: The top of the electronic scale (410) is on the same horizontal line as the top of the second storage box (409).

8. The cigarette empty head detection device according to claim 7, characterized in that: The lower part of the third fixing plate (411) is on the same horizontal line as the upper part of the electronic scale (410).

9. A cigarette empty-end detection device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The connecting column (413) is fixedly connected to the push plate (412) and the slide (414), and the connecting column (413) is slidably connected to the third fixed plate (411) on the right side.

10. A cigarette empty-end detection device according to claim 9, characterized in that: The cylinder (415) and the third fixing plate (411) on the right side are integrated, and the outer wall of the slide (414) is fixedly connected to the third fixing plate (411) on the right side.

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