A telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard picking

Abstract

The utility model discloses a telescopic fruit collecting basket structure for orchard picking, including sleeve, clamping hand subassembly, space adjusting mechanism, position joint mechanism and locking auxiliary mechanism, the space adjusting mechanism includes installation frame and rotating frame, the position joint mechanism includes lock sleeve and lock bar, the locking auxiliary mechanism includes bottom swivel ring and fixed block, and multiple motor cooperation and coordination have realized the flexible adjustment of collecting basket in three -dimensional space, make collecting basket to be able to adapt to different height, angle and the fruit picking demand of position, have improved the flexibility of picking operation, accessibility and the accuracy of fruit collection, and position joint mechanism locking structure is simple and reliable, and operation is convenient, can ensure that the guide rod is steady and does not loosen in picking operation, satisfies different picking height demand, improves the adaptability and use safety of equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of fruit collection technology, and more specifically, it relates to a telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting. Background Technology

[0002] In existing technologies, a telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard picking is mainly used to help picking workers easily collect fruit in the orchard. However, the space adjustment capability of the gripper assembly is poor, and the length of the rod is fixed and inconvenient to adjust.

[0003] Gripping hand components are typically used to grasp and hold fruit. However, in existing designs, the spatial adjustment capability of the gripper is poor, and it cannot adapt to fruits of different sizes, shapes, or heights. Due to the simple design of the gripper's adjustment mechanism, it can usually only extend, retract, or rotate within a limited range. This results in insufficient adaptability when faced with a variety of fruits. Consequently, when the fruit size is inconsistent or the fruit is positioned high, the gripper cannot accurately grasp the fruit, reducing the efficiency and accuracy of harvesting.

[0004] In existing technologies, the length of the poles is usually fixed, or the adjustment mechanism is complex and inconvenient for quick adjustment. This means that when harvesting fruit at different heights, operators need to rely on poles of different lengths, and the adjustments are cumbersome, affecting work efficiency. Especially in orchards, where the height of the fruit varies greatly, using poles of fixed length may result in the inability to harvest fruit at higher or lower positions in a timely manner. Utility Model Content

[0005] (a) Technical problems to be solved

[0006] In view of the problems existing in the prior art, this utility model provides a telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard picking, so as to solve the technical problems mentioned in the background art, such as poor spatial adjustment capability of the clamping hand component and inconvenience of fixed and inconvenient adjustment of the rod length.

[0007] (II) Technical Solution

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, this utility model provides the following technical solution: a telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting, comprising a sleeve, a clamping hand assembly, a space adjustment mechanism, a position locking mechanism, and a locking auxiliary mechanism. The space adjustment mechanism includes a mounting frame and a rotating frame. A first motor is mounted on the mounting frame, and the rotating frame is connected to the output end of the first motor. A second motor is mounted on the rotating frame. A rotating block is rotatably connected to one end of the rotating frame. A transmission chain assembly is installed between the rotating block and the second motor. The position locking mechanism includes a locking sleeve and a locking rod. A counter-tension spring rod is obliquely and slidably mounted on the inner wall of the locking sleeve. An upward push ring is longitudinally and slidably mounted on the outer wall of the locking sleeve. A pressing block is installed inside the upward push ring, and the pressing block presses against the counter-tension spring rod, causing the counter-tension spring rod to embed into the locking rod. A release groove is opened on the upward push ring. An operating ring is rotatably mounted on the upper limit of the outer wall of the locking sleeve. A rotating rod is mounted on the top end of the operating ring, and one end of the rotating rod is slidably guided in conjunction with the release groove.

[0009] The present invention is further configured such that the locking auxiliary mechanism includes a bottom rotating ring and a fixing block. The bottom rotating ring is installed at the bottom end of the operating ring, and the fixing block is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the lock sleeve. The bottom rotating ring and the fixing block are slidably guided together. A rotating groove is provided on the bottom rotating ring, and a rotating spring rod is installed on the fixing block. The rotating spring rod is inserted into the rotating groove step by step to make the operating ring rotate stably.

[0010] The present invention is further configured such that a third motor is installed on the rotating block, and the output end of the third motor is connected to the clamping hand assembly.

[0011] The present invention is further configured such that a guide rod is slidably installed inside the sleeve, and the guide rod is provided with an adjustment hole, and multiple sets of adjustment holes are provided.

[0012] The present invention is further provided that a connecting plate is installed on the side wall of the lock sleeve, and the connecting plate is fixedly installed on one end face of the sleeve.

[0013] The present invention is further configured such that an end block is installed at one end of the locking rod, and one end of the locking rod can pass through different adjustment holes to engage and fix with the locking sleeve.

[0014] The present invention is further configured such that an upper push spring is installed between the outer wall of the upper push ring and the locking sleeve, and one end of the rotating rod is rotated to one end of the release groove, so that the pressing block is moved away from the anti-tension spring rod.

[0015] The present invention is further configured such that a handle is installed at one end of the guide rod, and one end of the sleeve is connected to the mounting frame.

[0016] (III) Beneficial Effects

[0017] Compared with the prior art, this utility model provides a telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0018] 1. This utility model is equipped with a space adjustment mechanism. The first motor drives the rotating frame to adjust the spatial angle of the collection basket. The second motor drives the rotating block to rotate through the transmission chain assembly to adjust the posture of the collection basket. The third motor drives the clamping hand assembly to move. The cooperation of multiple motors realizes the flexible adjustment of the collection basket in three-dimensional space, so that the collection basket can adapt to the fruit picking needs of different heights, angles and positions, and improves the flexibility, accessibility and accuracy of fruit collection in the picking operation.

[0019] 2. This utility model is equipped with a position locking mechanism. The rotating operating ring drives the rotating rod to move in the release groove. The upper push spring pushes the upper push ring to press the pressing block against the anti-tension spring rod and embed it into the inner wall of the locking rod, realizing the quick locking of the guide rod and the sleeve. The locking rod can pass through multiple sets of adjustment holes at different positions on the guide rod and lock with the locking sleeve to realize multi-level adjustment and fixation of the telescopic length. The locking structure is simple and reliable, and the operation is convenient. It can ensure that the guide rod is stable and does not loosen during the picking operation, meet the requirements of different picking heights, and improve the adaptability and safety of the equipment.

[0020] 3. This utility model is equipped with a locking auxiliary mechanism. The rotating spring rod on the fixed block is embedded into the rotating groove of the bottom rotating ring in stages, providing stable segmented rotation positioning and appropriate damping for the operating ring. This ensures that the locking and unlocking operations are accurate and in place and are not prone to misoperation. The positioning mechanism enhances the reliability and accuracy of the operation, prevents the guide rod from accidentally loosening or shifting in length due to vibration or load during the harvesting operation, and improves the safety of operation and the reliability of the equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of a telescopic fruit collection basket for orchard harvesting according to the present invention.

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the space adjustment mechanism in this utility model;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the position locking mechanism in this utility model;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the position locking mechanism and the locking auxiliary mechanism in this utility model;

[0025] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the position locking mechanism and the locking auxiliary mechanism in this utility model.

[0026] In the diagram: 1. Sleeve; 2. Clamping hand assembly; 3. Mounting frame; 4. Rotating frame; 5. First motor; 6. Second motor; 7. Rotating block; 8. Transmission chain assembly; 9. Locking sleeve; 10. Locking rod; 11. Reverse tension spring rod; 12. Push ring; 13. Pressing block; 14. Release groove; 15. Operating ring; 16. Rotating rod; 17. Bottom rotating ring; 18. Fixing block; 19. Rotating groove; 20. Rotating spring rod; 21. Third motor; 22. Guide rod; 23. Adjustment hole; 24. Connecting plate; 25. End block; 26. Push spring; 27. Handle. Detailed Implementation

[0027] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, the embodiments and features described in this application can be combined with each other. The present invention will now be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments.

[0028] It should be noted that, unless otherwise specified, all technical and scientific terms used in this application have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this application pertains.

[0029] In this utility model, unless otherwise stated, the orientations used, such as "up" and "down", usually refer to the direction shown in the accompanying drawings, or to the vertical, perpendicular, or gravitational direction; similarly, for ease of understanding and description, "left" and "right" usually refer to the left and right shown in the accompanying drawings; "inner" and "outer" refer to the inner and outer contours of each component itself, but the above directional terms are not used to limit this utility model.

[0030] Please see Figures 1-5 A telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting includes a sleeve 1, a clamping hand assembly 2, a space adjustment mechanism, a position locking mechanism, and a locking auxiliary mechanism. The space adjustment mechanism includes a mounting frame 3 and a rotating frame 4. A first motor 5 is mounted on the mounting frame 3, the rotating frame 4 is connected to the output end of the first motor 5, a second motor 6 is mounted on the rotating frame 4, a rotating block 7 is rotatably connected to one end of the rotating frame 4, and a transmission chain assembly 8 is installed between the rotating block 7 and the second motor 6. The position locking mechanism includes… The lock sleeve 9 and the lock rod 10 are provided. A counter-tension spring rod 11 is obliquely and slidably installed on the inner wall of the lock sleeve 9. An upper push ring 12 is longitudinally and slidably installed on the outer wall of the lock sleeve 9. A pressing block 13 is installed inside the upper push ring 12 and presses against the counter-tension spring rod 11, so that the counter-tension spring rod 11 is embedded in the lock rod 10. A release groove 14 is opened on the upper push ring 12. An operating ring 15 is rotatably installed on the outer wall of the lock sleeve 9. A rotating rod 16 is installed at the top end of the operating ring 15. One end of the rotating rod 16 is slidably guided in cooperation with the release groove 14.

[0031] In this embodiment, the first motor 5 drives the rotating frame 4 to rotate, adjusting the spatial angle and position of the rotating frame 4. The second motor 6 drives the rotating block 7 to rotate through the transmission chain assembly 8, realizing the posture adjustment of the collection basket in different directions. The third motor 21 installed on the rotating block 7 drives the clamping hand assembly 2 to move, enabling the collection basket to adapt to the fruit picking needs at different heights and angles, improving the flexibility and accessibility of picking. After the locking rod 10 is inserted into the locking sleeve 9, the rotating operating ring 15 drives the rotating rod 16 to move in the release groove 14. When the rotating rod 16 moves to the release groove 14, it tightens. When the upper push spring 26 pushes the upper push ring 12 upward, the pressing block 13 presses against the anti-tension spring rod 11, causing it to overcome the spring force and tilt inward and embed into the inner wall of the locking rod 10, thereby achieving quick locking of the locking rod 10 and the locking sleeve 9. The locking rod 10 can pass through the adjustment holes 23 at different positions on the guide rod 22 and engage with the locking sleeve 9, thereby achieving multi-position fixing of the extension length of the guide rod 22 to meet the needs of different picking heights. When unlocking, the operating ring 15 is rotated in the opposite direction, the rotating rod 16 moves to the loose end of the release groove 14, the upper push ring 12 moves down to release the pressing block 13, and the anti-tension spring rod 11 pops out to complete the unlocking.

[0032] The locking auxiliary mechanism includes a bottom rotating ring 17 and a fixing block 18. The bottom rotating ring 17 is installed at the bottom end of the operating ring 15, and the fixing block 18 is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the lock sleeve 9. The bottom rotating ring 17 and the fixing block 18 are slidably guided together. A rotating groove 19 is provided on the bottom rotating ring 17, and a rotating spring rod 20 is installed on the fixing block 18. The rotating spring rod 20 is inserted into the rotating groove 19 step by step, so that the operating ring 15 rotates stably.

[0033] In this embodiment, when the operating ring 15 is rotated, the rotating rod 16 slides in the release groove 14 to control the locking or unlocking state of the locking mechanism. The rotating spring rod 20 on the bottom rotating ring 17 is embedded step by step into the rotating groove 19 on the fixing block 18, providing stable segmented rotation positioning and appropriate damping for the operating ring 15, ensuring that the locking and unlocking positions are accurate and reliable, and preventing the guide rod 22 from accidentally loosening or shifting position due to vibration or load during the picking operation.

[0034] Please see Figures 1-5As a further implementation of the overall equipment: a third motor 21 is installed on the rotating block 7, the output end of the third motor 21 is connected to the clamping hand assembly 2, a guide rod 22 is slidably installed inside the sleeve 1, and an adjustment hole 23 is opened on the guide rod 22, and multiple sets of adjustment holes 23 are provided, a connecting plate 24 is installed on the side wall of the locking sleeve 9, and the connecting plate 24 is fixedly installed on one end face of the sleeve 1, an end block 25 is installed on one end of the locking rod 10, and one end of the locking rod 10 can pass through different adjustment holes 23 and engage with the locking sleeve 9 for fixation, an upper push spring 26 is installed between the upper push ring 12 and the outer wall of the locking sleeve 9, one end of the rotating rod 16 is rotated to one end of the release groove 14, so that the pressing block 13 is away from the anti-tension spring rod 11, a handle 27 is installed on one end of the guide rod 22, and one end of the sleeve 1 is connected to the mounting frame 3.

[0035] More specifically, before harvesting, the operator holds the handle 27 and pulls the guide rod 22 to adjust the telescopic length of the sleeve 1 according to the required harvesting height. The operator selects the appropriate position of the adjustment hole 23, inserts the locking rod 10 through the corresponding adjustment hole 23 into the locking sleeve 9, and rotates the operating ring 15 to activate the locking auxiliary mechanism and the position locking mechanism, quickly locking the guide rod 22 to the required length. The first motor 5 drives the rotating frame 4 to adjust the spatial angle of the collection basket. The second motor 6 drives the rotating block 7 to rotate and adjust the posture of the collection basket through the transmission chain assembly 8. The third motor 21 drives the clamping hand assembly 2 to open and close, accurately positioning the collection basket below the fruit. During harvesting, the fruit falls into the collection basket and is collected, preventing damage from falling to the ground. After harvesting, the operator rotates the operating ring 15 in the opposite direction to unlock the position locking mechanism and adjusts the guide rod 22 to an appropriate length for easy movement and storage, improving the efficiency of orchard harvesting, the fruit integrity rate, operational convenience, and equipment adaptability.

[0036] In summary, when the overall equipment is in use or operation: when the space adjustment mechanism is required, the first motor 5 drives the rotating frame 4 to rotate, adjusting the spatial angle and position of the rotating frame 4; the second motor 6 drives the rotating block 7 to rotate through the transmission chain assembly 8, realizing the posture adjustment of the collection basket in different directions; the third motor 21 installed on the rotating block 7 drives the clamping hand assembly 2 to move, so that the collection basket can adapt to the fruit picking needs at different heights and angles, improving the flexibility and accessibility of picking.

[0037] When the locking mechanism is in operation, after the locking rod 10 is inserted into the locking sleeve 9, the rotating operating ring 15 drives the rotating rod 16 to move within the release groove 14. When the rotating rod 16 moves to the tight end of the release groove 14, the upper push spring 26 pushes the upper push ring 12 upward, and the pressing block 13 presses against the anti-tension spring rod 11, causing it to overcome the spring force and tilt inward and embed into the inner wall of the locking rod 10, thereby achieving a quick lock between the locking rod 10 and the locking sleeve 9. The locking rod 10 can pass through the adjustment holes 23 at different positions on the guide rod 22 and engage with the locking sleeve 9, thereby achieving multiple fixed positions for the extension and retraction length of the guide rod 22 to meet the needs of different picking heights. When unlocking, the operating ring 15 is rotated in the opposite direction, the rotating rod 16 moves to the loose end of the release groove 14, the upper push ring 12 moves downward to release the pressing block 13, and the anti-tension spring rod 11 pops out to complete the unlocking.

[0038] When the auxiliary mechanism needs to be locked during operation, rotating the operating ring 15 causes the rotating rod 16 to slide within the release groove 14 to control the locking or unlocking state of the locking mechanism. The rotating spring rod 20 on the bottom rotating ring 17 is embedded step by step into the rotating groove 19 on the fixing block 18, providing stable segmented rotation positioning and moderate damping for the operating ring 15. This ensures that the locking and unlocking positions are accurate and reliable, preventing the guide rod 22 from accidentally loosening or shifting position due to vibration or load during harvesting operations.

[0039] Before harvesting, the operator holds the handle 27 and pulls the guide rod 22 to adjust the telescopic length of the sleeve 1 according to the required harvesting height. The operator selects the appropriate adjustment hole 23, inserts the locking rod 10 through the corresponding adjustment hole 23 into the locking sleeve 9, and rotates the operating ring 15 to activate the locking auxiliary mechanism and the position locking mechanism. This quickly locks the guide rod 22 to the required length. The first motor 5 drives the rotating frame 4 to adjust the spatial angle of the collection basket. The second motor 6 drives the rotating block 7 to rotate and adjust the posture of the collection basket through the transmission chain assembly 8. The third motor 21 drives the clamping hand assembly 2 to open and close, accurately positioning the collection basket below the fruit. During harvesting, the fruit falls into the collection basket and is collected, preventing damage from falling to the ground. After harvesting, the operator rotates the operating ring 15 in the opposite direction to unlock the position locking mechanism and adjusts the guide rod 22 to an appropriate length for easy movement and storage. This improves the efficiency of orchard harvesting, the fruit integrity rate, operational convenience, and equipment adaptability.

[0040] Of all the solutions mentioned above, those involving the connection between two components can be selected according to the actual situation, such as welding, bolt and nut connection, bolt or screw connection, or other known connection methods, which will not be elaborated here. For all the fixed connections mentioned above, welding is preferred. Although embodiments of this utility model have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and variations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of this utility model. The scope of this utility model is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting, comprising a sleeve (1), a clamping hand assembly (2), a space adjustment mechanism, a position locking mechanism, and a locking auxiliary mechanism, characterized in that: The space adjustment mechanism includes a mounting frame (3) and a rotating frame (4). A first motor (5) is mounted on the mounting frame (3). The rotating frame (4) is connected to the output end of the first motor (5). A second motor (6) is mounted on the rotating frame (4). A rotating block (7) is rotatably connected to one end of the rotating frame (4). A transmission chain assembly (8) is installed between the rotating block (7) and the second motor (6). The position locking mechanism includes a locking sleeve (9) and a locking rod (10). A tension spring rod is obliquely and slidably mounted on the inner wall of the locking sleeve (9). 11) A push ring (12) is longitudinally slidably installed on the outer wall of the lock sleeve (9). A pressing block (13) is installed inside the push ring (12), and the pressing block (13) presses against the anti-tension spring rod (11), so that the anti-tension spring rod (11) is embedded in the lock rod (10). A release groove (14) is opened on the push ring (12). An operating ring (15) is rotatably installed on the outer wall of the lock sleeve (9). A rotating rod (16) is installed at the top end of the operating ring (15). One end of the rotating rod (16) is slidably guided in cooperation with the release groove (14).

2. The telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting according to claim 1, characterized in that: The locking auxiliary mechanism includes a bottom rotating ring (17) and a fixing block (18). The bottom rotating ring (17) is installed at the bottom end of the operating ring (15), and the fixing block (18) is fixedly installed on the outer wall of the lock sleeve (9). The bottom rotating ring (17) and the fixing block (18) are slidably guided together. A rotating groove (19) is provided on the bottom rotating ring (17), and a rotating spring rod (20) is installed on the fixing block (18). The rotating spring rod (20) is embedded into the rotating groove (19) step by step, so that the operating ring (15) rotates stably.

3. The telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting according to claim 1, characterized in that: A third motor (21) is installed on the rotating block (7), and the output end of the third motor (21) is connected to the clamping hand assembly (2).

4. The telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting according to claim 1, characterized in that: The sleeve (1) is slidably installed with a guide rod (22), and the guide rod (22) is provided with an adjustment hole (23), and there are multiple sets of adjustment holes (23).

5. The telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting according to claim 1, characterized in that: The side wall of the lock sleeve (9) is provided with a connecting plate (24), and the connecting plate (24) is fixedly installed on one end face of the sleeve (1).

6. The telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting according to claim 4, characterized in that: One end of the locking rod (10) is provided with an end block (25), and one end of the locking rod (10) can pass through different adjustment holes (23) and be engaged and fixed with the locking sleeve (9).

7. The telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting according to claim 1, characterized in that: An upper push spring (26) is installed between the outer wall of the upper push ring (12) and the locking sleeve (9). One end of the rotating rod (16) is rotated to one end of the release groove (14) so ​​that the pressing block (13) is away from the anti-tension spring rod (11).

8. The telescopic fruit collection basket structure for orchard harvesting according to claim 4, characterized in that: One end of the guide rod (22) is equipped with a handle (27), and one end of the sleeve (1) is connected to the mounting frame (3).

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