A homogeneous mixing device for a digestive tract moisturizing gel

Abstract

The utility model discloses a digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenization mixing arrangement, including shell, first mixing subassembly and second mixing subassembly. The first mixing subassembly includes annular shear member fixed in the shell, form a plurality of strip channels on the lateral wall of annular shear member, form the first mixing space between annular shear member and the shell, the region of shell corresponds to the first mixing space is formed with the feed inlet for a variety of raw materials to be mixed input, the central part of annular shear member forms the second mixing space. The second mixing subassembly includes the rotating member of setting in the second mixing space of the central part of annular shear member. The utility model discloses through the hierarchical structure design to realize the grading mixing and shearing stirring of digestive tract moisturizing gel, and has promoted the evenness of digestive tract moisturizing gel.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of food and pharmaceutical technology, and more specifically, to a homogenizing and mixing device for digestive tract moisturizing gel. Background Technology

[0002] The raw materials for digestive tract moisturizing gels generally include high-viscosity solutions and particulate matter. Current gel mixing devices have poor mixing effects, resulting in gel solutions with uneven texture and poor fineness, which makes it difficult to meet patients' increasingly higher taste requirements for digestive tract moisturizing agents.

[0003] Therefore, there is an urgent need for a mixing device that can improve the uniformity of raw material mixing during the production of digestive tract moisturizing gel. Utility Model Content

[0004] One objective of this invention is to provide a homogenizing mixing device for digestive tract moisturizing gel, which enables graded mixing and shear stirring of digestive tract moisturizing gel.

[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: This application discloses a homogenizing mixing device for a digestive tract moisturizing gel, comprising: shell; The first mixing component includes an annular shear member fixed in the housing. Multiple strip channels are formed on the sidewall of the annular shear member. A first mixing space is formed between the annular shear member and the housing. The housing has an inlet for inputting multiple raw materials to be mixed in a region corresponding to the first mixing space. A second mixing space is formed in the center of the annular shear member. The second mixing component includes a rotating component disposed in a second mixing space formed at the center of the annular shearing component.

[0006] Preferably, the direction of the strip channel forms an angle with the radial direction of the corresponding annular shearing element.

[0007] Preferably, the included angle is less than 45°.

[0008] Preferably, the axis of the rotating component is offset from the axis of the annular shearing component.

[0009] Preferably, the rotating component includes a rotating column and strip-shaped protrusions formed on the surface of the rotating column.

[0010] Preferably, the radial protrusion direction of the strip protrusion forms an acute angle with the corresponding rotating column surface, and the radial extension direction of the strip channel forms an obtuse angle with the corresponding annular shear surface.

[0011] Preferably, the second hybrid component further includes a driving component; The drive assembly includes a motor disposed outside the housing, and the power output shaft of the motor is fixedly connected to the rotation shaft of the rotating component so that the rotation of the motor drives the rotating component to rotate through the power output shaft.

[0012] Preferably, the strip channel is inclined at an angle to the radial direction of the annular shearing member, and the inclination direction of the strip channel is opposite to the rotation direction of the rotating member.

[0013] Preferably, the strip-shaped protrusion is spirally arranged along the axial direction of the rotating member.

[0014] Preferably, the diameter of the strip channel gradually increases along the direction toward the second mixing space.

[0015] The beneficial effects of this utility model are as follows: This invention provides a homogenizing and mixing device for a digestive tract moisturizing gel, comprising a shell, a first mixing component, and a second mixing component. The first mixing component includes an annular shearing member fixed within the shell. Multiple strip-shaped channels are formed on the sidewall of the annular shearing member, forming a first mixing space between the annular shearing member and the shell. The shell has an inlet for inputting various raw materials to be mixed, corresponding to a region of the first mixing space. A second mixing space is formed in the center of the annular shearing member. The second mixing component includes a rotating member disposed within the second mixing space formed in the center of the annular shearing member. This invention, by distinguishing between the first and second mixing spaces and through the cooperation of the rotating member, achieves graded mixing and shearing agitation of the digestive tract moisturizing gel, thereby improving the uniformity of the digestive tract moisturizing gel. Attached Figure Description

[0016] The specific embodiments of this utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0017] Figure 1 This is a cross-sectional view showing a specific embodiment of the digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenizing mixing device of the present invention; Figure 2 A perspective view showing a specific embodiment of the digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenizing mixing device of this utility model; Figure 3 This diagram illustrates the structure of a rotating component in a homogenizing and mixing device for a digestive tract moisturizing gel, as provided in a specific embodiment of this utility model. Figure 4 This is a side view of the rotating component of a homogenizing mixing device for a digestive tract moisturizing gel, provided in a specific embodiment of the present invention.

[0018] Reference numerals: 1. Homogenizing mixing device; 10. Outer shell; 20. First mixing space; 21. Annular shearing component; 22. Strip channel; 23. Feed inlet; 24. Groove; 30. Second mixing space; 31. Rotating component; 310. Rotating column; 311. Rotating shaft; 312. Protrusion; 32. Drive assembly; 320. Motor; 321. Power output shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0019] To more clearly illustrate this utility model, the preferred embodiments and accompanying drawings will be used for further description. Similar components in the drawings are indicated by the same reference numerals. Those skilled in the art should understand that the specific description below is illustrative rather than restrictive and should not be construed as limiting the scope of protection of this utility model.

[0020] In the description of this utility model, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," and "outer," etc., indicating the orientation or positional relationship, are based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings and are only for the convenience of describing this 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, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this utility model. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0021] like Figures 1-2 As shown, this embodiment provides a homogenizing and mixing device 1 for a digestive tract moisturizing gel, including a housing 10, a first mixing component, and a second mixing component. The first mixing component includes an annular shearing member 21 fixed in the housing 10. Multiple strip-shaped channels 22 are formed on the sidewall of the annular shearing member 21. A first mixing space 20 is formed between the annular shearing member 21 and the housing 10. The housing 10 has an inlet 23 for inputting various raw materials to be mixed, corresponding to the area of ​​the first mixing space 20. A second mixing space 30 is formed in the center of the annular shearing member 21. The second mixing component includes a rotating member 31 disposed in the second mixing space 30 formed in the center of the annular shearing member 21.

[0022] Specifically, such as Figures 1-2As shown, the annular shearing member 21 is fixed inside the outer shell 10 and is ring-shaped. Multiple strip channels 22 are located on its side wall. The annular area between the annular shearing member 21 and the outer shell 10 forms the first mixing zone. This first mixing space 20 is the area where raw materials undergo initial mixing. Various raw materials to be mixed, including glycerol, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC-Na), orange powder, and water, enter the first mixing space 20 through the feed inlet 23 for initial contact and mixing. This allows the glycerol and water to initially dissolve, preventing clumping due to excessively high local concentrations when directly entering the second mixing space. The strip channels 22 on the side wall of the annular shearing member 21 can perform preliminary shearing on the initially mixed raw materials, breaking up small agglomerated particles.

[0023] The central region of the annular shearing member 21 forms a second mixing space 30, which is used to further mix the raw materials after preliminary mixing. The top of the second mixing space 30 is sealed to isolate external sources of contamination. The annular shearing member 21 is fixedly connected to the outer shell 10 through a groove 24. The rotating member 31 in the second mixing assembly is a columnar body with spiral protrusions 312 on its surface, which is used to further stir and shear the raw materials after preliminary mixing. Through the propulsive force and shearing force of the spiral protrusions 312, the raw materials are stirred and conveyed axially on the one hand, and continuously sheared through the gap between the protrusions 312 and the inner wall of the annular shearing member 21 on the other hand, so that the glycerin and water and other raw materials are fully mixed, resulting in a product with uniform composition and delicate texture, which meets the requirements of a digestive tract moisturizing gel with a uniform taste, soft texture and easy swallowing.

[0024] The raw materials for the digestive tract moisturizing gel enter the first mixing space 20 through the inlet 23 for initial mixing. Then, they pass through the strip channel 22 of the annular shear member 21 into the second mixing space 30. Within the second mixing space 30, the rotating member 31 rotates to further homogenize and mix the raw materials, resulting in a uniform composition and fine texture of the digestive tract moisturizing gel, avoiding problems such as localized unevenness and particle residue that are common with traditional mixing equipment. It should be noted that the various raw materials to be mixed include: glycerin as the core moisturizing ingredient, orange powder containing dietary fiber to strengthen digestive tract function, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose as the gel matrix, drinking water as the carrier medium, and vitamin C can be added as a nutritional supplement. Of course, any conventional raw materials used in the production of the digestive tract moisturizing gel can be used; this application does not impose any limitations on this.

[0025] In alternative implementations, such as Figure 2 As shown, the direction of the strip channel 22 forms an angle with the radial direction of the corresponding annular shear member 21.

[0026] Specifically, the strip channel 22 on the side wall of the annular shear member 21 forms a certain inclination angle with the radial direction. The radial direction is a straight line from the outside of the annular shear member 21 to the center. When the raw materials initially mixed in the first mixing space 20 are transferred to the second mixing space 30 through the strip channel 22, the inclination strip channel 22 will guide the raw materials and perform initial shearing. On the one hand, the strip channel 22 provides a path for the raw materials to transfer from the first mixing space 20 to the second mixing space 30. On the other hand, the inclination structure will change the flow direction of the raw materials, so that the raw materials no longer enter the second mixing space 30 vertically in the radial direction, but instead obtain an initial velocity along the tangential direction of the annular shear member 21. This can avoid the raw materials from directly impacting the rotating member 31 when they enter the second mixing space 30 vertically in the radial direction, causing the raw materials to splash. At the same time, the sodium carboxymethyl cellulose in the raw materials is a high-viscosity solution. The inclined channel with a large inclination angle can be used to assist the flow through the guiding force in the tangential direction, so that the raw materials can enter the second mixing space 30 smoothly and continuously.

[0027] In an optional implementation, the included angle is less than 45°.

[0028] Specifically, for raw materials containing high-viscosity solutions (sodium carboxymethyl cellulose), if the angle is below 15°, the guiding force in the tangential direction is insufficient, resulting in high flow resistance of the high-viscosity solution and slow flow rate. This causes local accumulation of the raw material within the strip channel 22, preventing it from entering the second mixing space 30 in a timely manner. If the angle is greater than 60°, the excessive angle increases the path length of the raw material flow, which in turn increases the resistance during the flow process. The raw material adheres and accumulates on the inner wall of the strip channel 22, easily causing blockage inside the strip channel 22. If the angle is between 15° and 45°, a moderate guiding force in the tangential direction can assist the high-viscosity solution in passing through the strip channel 22, allowing the raw material to transfer continuously and smoothly from the first mixing space 20 to the second mixing space 30.

[0029] In a preferred embodiment, the included angle is between 15° and 30°. Since the strip channel 22 exerts a stronger squeezing and shearing effect on the raw material at a small angle, the raw material containing a high content of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose (extremely high viscosity) can be fully pre-sheared and dispersed before entering the second mixing space 30.

[0030] In alternative implementations, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the axis of the rotating member 31 is offset from the axis of the annular shearing member 21.

[0031] Specifically, the central axis of the rotating component 31 and the central axis of the annular shearing component 21 are not completely coincident, but there is a certain parallel offset distance.

[0032] When the annular shearing member 21 and the rotating member 31 are originally coaxial, the area between them is a uniform ring, and the shear force on the raw material is relatively evenly distributed within the annular space, with weaker shear force near the axis. However, after the axis shifts, the rotating member 31 will deviate to one side of the annular shearing member 21, resulting in a difference in width between the area between them. The narrower area experiences increased compression and shearing of the raw material, thus breaking up the tiny clumps of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose and refining the orange powder particles. The wider area can accommodate more raw material, preventing local accumulation and improving mixing uniformity. This breaks the symmetrical flow field and prevents the raw material from rotating synchronously with the rotating member 31. If the rotating member 31 and the annular shearing member 21 are coaxial, high-viscosity raw materials tend to rotate synchronously with the rotating member 31, which weakens the relative motion between the raw material and the rotating member 31 and reduces shearing efficiency. After the axis is offset, the raw material is sheared in the narrow side area and pushed to the wide side area. Then, it is brought back to the narrow side area by the spiral protrusion 312 of the rotating part 31, forming a process of circulating flow and repeated shearing. This can not only prevent the raw material from slipping due to synchronous rotation near the rotating body, but also allow the raw material to flow fully in the digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenizing mixing device 1 so that the texture is uniform.

[0033] In alternative implementations, such as Figure 3 As shown, the rotating component 31 includes a rotating column 310 and a strip-shaped protrusion 312 formed on the surface of the rotating column 310.

[0034] Specifically, when the rotating column 310 rotates, the protrusions 312 will cut and shear the high-viscosity raw materials (including sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, orange powder, etc.). Compared with the smooth surface of the rotating column 310, the protrusions 312 can break the continuous flow state of the raw material surface, break up particles such as orange powder clumps and sodium carboxymethyl cellulose micro-clusters, refine the orange powder particles to ≤100μm, and promote the fusion of glycerol and water.

[0035] like Figure 3 As shown, the strip-shaped protrusions 312 extend spirally along the rotating column 310, simultaneously achieving axial conveying and radial stirring. This allows the raw materials to form a circulating flow within the second mixing space 30, ensuring that each part of the raw material can fully contact the inner walls of the rotating component 31 and the annular shear component 21, resulting in uniform overall mixing. The smooth rotating column 310 is prone to reduced shearing efficiency due to the adhesion of high-viscosity raw materials, while the strip-shaped protrusions 312 can physically break this adhesion effect, allowing the raw materials to form a uniform three-dimensional network gel structure.

[0036] It should be noted that sodium carboxymethyl cellulose in the raw materials first comes into contact with glycerin and drinking water in the first mixing space 20. The addition of glycerin can prevent sodium carboxymethyl cellulose from rapidly agglomerating upon direct contact with water. After the initially dispersed raw materials enter the second mixing space 30 through the strip channel 22 of the annular shear member 21, the rotating member 31 with strip-shaped protrusions 312 on its surface rotates at high speed, applying a continuous shear force to the raw materials. At the same time, the raw materials form a circulating flow in the second mixing space 30 through the rotating member 31, ultimately resulting in a soft gel structure with moisturizing capabilities.

[0037] In one specific example, the digestive tract moisturizing gel formed using the homogenizing mixing device of this application has a long-lasting moisturizing function, promotes intestinal peristalsis, is compatible with the digestive tract, and has a soft texture that is easy to swallow. After swallowing, the three-dimensional network structure of the digestive tract moisturizing gel can form a physical moisturizing film on the surface of the digestive tract mucosa, continuously locking in moisture for 4-6 hours, thus providing long-lasting moisturization. The orange powder particles encapsulated in the network structure gradually dissolve with the body fluids in the digestive tract, slowly releasing dietary fiber, thereby promoting intestinal peristalsis. The pH value of the digestive tract moisturizing gel is controlled between 5.5 and 6.5, matching the internal environment of the human digestive tract (esophageal pH 5.0-7.0, gastric pH 4.0-6.0 when not fasting), avoiding irritation to the mucosa. The digestive tract moisturizing gel is made soft with a hardness value ≤500g / cm² by shearing through the spiral protrusion 312 of the rotating component 31.

[0038] In alternative implementations, such as Figure 4 As shown, the radial protrusion direction of the strip protrusion 312 forms an acute angle with the surface of the corresponding rotating member 31, and the radial extension direction of the strip channel 22 forms an obtuse angle with the surface of the corresponding annular shear member 21.

[0039] Specifically, such as Figure 4 As shown, L1 is the surface tangent of the rotating component 31, and L2 is the surface tangent of the annular shear component 21. The angle between the radial protrusion direction of the strip protrusion 312 and the surface of the corresponding rotating component 31 is the angle between the radial protrusion direction of the strip protrusion 312 and L1, which is angle A. Angle A is less than 90°, making it an acute angle. The acute angle protrusion can guide the raw material containing the high-viscosity solution through a moderate tangential direction, assisting in better stirring and shearing within the second mixing space 30, thus improving the mixing effect of the raw material. The angle between the radial extension direction of the strip channel 22 and the surface of the corresponding annular shear component 21 is the angle between the radial extension direction of the strip channel 22 and L1, which is angle B. Angle B is greater than 90°, making it an obtuse angle. The obtuse angle helps the raw material containing the high-viscosity solution to pass through the strip channel more smoothly, reducing flow resistance and preventing accumulation or blockage within the strip channel 22, allowing it to enter the second mixing space 30 from the first mixing space 20 in a timely manner. In optional embodiments, such as Figures 1-2As shown, the second hybrid component further includes a drive component 32. The drive component 32 includes a motor 320 disposed outside the housing 10. The power output shaft 321 of the motor 320 is fixedly connected to the rotation shaft 311 of the rotating member 31 so that the rotation of the motor 320 drives the rotating member 31 to rotate through the power output shaft 321.

[0040] Specifically, the motor 320 is fixed to the outside of the housing 10 and does not contact the internal raw materials. The speed is set by the control switch. After the motor 320 is started, the power output shaft 321 rotates synchronously. The rotating part 31 rotates around its own axis under the power drive. The strip-shaped protrusions 312 on the surface of the rotating part 31 move synchronously, applying a continuous and stable shearing force and stirring force to the raw materials in the second mixing space 30.

[0041] It should be noted that the rotation speed can be adjusted according to the viscosity of the raw materials. When the proportion of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose is high, the rotation speed can be appropriately increased. This application does not limit this.

[0042] In alternative implementations, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the strip channel 22 is inclined at an angle to the radial direction of the annular shearing member 21, and the inclination direction of the strip channel 22 is opposite to the rotation direction of the rotating member 31.

[0043] Specifically, the strip channel 22 is inclined at an angle to the radial direction of the annular shearing member 21, giving the raw material entering the second mixing space 30 an initial velocity along the tangential direction. The inclination direction of the strip channel 22 is opposite to the rotation direction of the rotating member 31, and the initial tangential velocity of the raw material is opposite to the rotation direction of the rotating member 31. The relative velocity between the raw material and the rotating member 31 is the superposition of the initial velocity of the raw material and the rotational velocity of the rotating member 31, which is much greater than the relative velocity when the raw material and the rotating member 31 move in the same direction, thereby enhancing the shearing force.

[0044] In alternative implementations, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the strip-shaped protrusion 312 is spirally arranged along the axial direction of the rotating member 31.

[0045] Specifically, the raw materials are spiraled forward along the axial direction as the spiral protrusion 312 advances. At the same time, the raw materials are squeezed and diverted in the area between the spiral protrusion 312 and the inner wall of the annular shear member 21, forming a local vortex, so as to achieve uniform composition of the digestive tract moisturizing gel.

[0046] In alternative implementations, such as Figures 1-2 As shown, the diameter of the strip channel 22 gradually increases along the direction toward the second mixing space 30.

[0047] Specifically, the inlet diameter of the strip channel 22 near the first mixing space 20 is relatively small. When the initially mixed high-viscosity raw material enters, it experiences concentrated compression and shear forces due to the channel contraction at the inlet, increasing the flow velocity of the raw material at the inlet. This effectively breaks up the agglomerates of sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, preventing clumping after entering the second mixing space 30, and simultaneously refining the orange powder particles. As the channel extends into the second mixing space 30, the diameter gradually increases. When the high-viscosity raw material flows in the narrower channel, the friction with the inner wall of the channel is greater. If the channel maintains a narrow diameter throughout, the sudden release of radial pressure at the outlet can easily lead to raw material accumulation and residue. Therefore, the gradually increasing outlet diameter allows the raw material to gradually release pressure before flowing out of the channel, reducing flow resistance as the diameter increases, ensuring smooth entry of the raw material into the second mixing space 30.

[0048] Obviously, the above embodiments of this utility model are merely examples for clearly illustrating this utility model, and are not intended to limit the implementation of this utility model. For those skilled in the art, other variations or modifications can be made based on the above description. It is impossible to exhaustively list all the implementation methods here. All obvious variations or modifications derived from the technical solutions of this utility model are still within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A homogenizing and mixing device for a digestive tract moisturizing gel, characterized in that, include: shell; The first mixing component includes an annular shear member fixed in the housing. Multiple strip channels are formed on the sidewall of the annular shear member. A first mixing space is formed between the annular shear member and the housing. The housing has an inlet for inputting multiple raw materials to be mixed in a region corresponding to the first mixing space. A second mixing space is formed in the center of the annular shear member. The second mixing component includes a rotating component disposed in a second mixing space formed at the center of the annular shearing component.

2. The digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenizing and mixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The direction of the strip channel forms an angle with the radial direction of the corresponding annular shear element.

3. The digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenizing and mixing device according to claim 2, characterized in that, The included angle is less than 45°.

4. The digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenizing and mixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The axis of the rotating component is offset from the axis of the annular shearing component.

5. The homogenizing and mixing device for digestive tract moisturizing gel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rotating component includes a rotating column and strip-shaped protrusions formed on the surface of the rotating column.

6. The homogenizing and mixing device for digestive tract moisturizing gel according to claim 5, characterized in that, The radial protrusion direction of the strip protrusion forms an acute angle with the corresponding rotating column surface, and the radial extension direction of the strip channel forms an obtuse angle with the corresponding annular shear surface.

7. The digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenizing and mixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The second hybrid component also includes a driving component; The drive assembly includes a motor disposed outside the housing, and the power output shaft of the motor is fixedly connected to the rotation shaft of the rotating component so that the rotation of the motor drives the rotating component to rotate through the power output shaft.

8. The digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenizing and mixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The strip channel is inclined at an angle to the radial direction of the annular shearing member, and the inclination direction of the strip channel is opposite to the rotation direction of the rotating member.

9. The digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenizing and mixing device according to claim 5, characterized in that, The strip-shaped protrusions are spirally arranged along the axial direction of the rotating component.

10. The digestive tract moisturizing gel homogenizing and mixing device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The diameter of the strip channel gradually increases along the direction toward the second mixing space.

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