High-speed ice cube making device

Abstract

The present invention relates to the technical field of ice making. Disclosed is a high-speed ice cube making device, comprising a platform, wherein the platform is provided with an ice tank, a support plate is provided inside the ice tank, a bearing seat is provided on the support plate, a rotating shaft is provided in the bearing seat, and the rotating shaft is connected to a driver; transition shafts in pairs are arranged at equal intervals in the circumferential direction of the rotating shaft, each transition shaft is provided with a ventilation cavity, and the ventilation cavity is connected to a condensation tank; and the left end of each transition shaft is connected to a transition valve, the transition valve is provided with a transition tank, a bottom plate of the transition tank is provided with a cold-source air supply hole and a heat-source air supply hole, the cold-source air supply hole is connected to a condensation assembly, and the heat-source air supply hole is connected to a heat source assembly. In the high-speed ice cube making device, by means of providing the transition shafts and in combination with the use of the rotating shaft and the transition valve, the device can achieve rapid ice making and realize simultaneous ice making and discharging.

Description

High-speed particle ice manufacturing equipment Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of ice-making technology, specifically to a high-speed device for manufacturing granular ice. Background Technology

[0002] A pellet ice maker is a machine that produces ice cubes of a specific shape and size, providing a limited cold source for various applications. Pellet ice makers are widely used in many situations because the ice cubes they produce are crystal clear, hard, and have a crisp texture. They are very common in the food service industry, used to make cold drinks, smoothies, sorbets, juices, cocktails, and other beverages. The pellet ice can quickly lower the temperature of drinks and provide a refreshing taste. High-end coffee shops, upscale bars, hotels, banquet halls, Western restaurants, fast food restaurants, convenience stores, and beverage shops also frequently use pellet ice makers. In medical and healthcare institutions, pellet ice makers are used to make cold compresses, ice packs, and hypothermia therapy, which helps relieve muscle pain, reduce swelling, and treat injuries. Hospitals and pharmacies commonly use pellet ice makers to make refrigerated medical supplies and preserve vaccines. In food storage and transportation, pellet ice makers are used to maintain the low temperature of food, often used for perishable foods such as seafood, meat, and ice cream in cold chain transportation, ensuring they remain fresh and safe during delivery. Pellet ice machines are commonly used in retail stores, supermarkets, and exhibitions to display and preserve food, such as fresh seafood, fruit, and frozen drinks. Pellet ice has an appealing appearance and effectively maintains food freshness. Furthermore, pellet ice machines are suitable for use in schools, laboratories, and research institutes for cold-resistance testing, temperature measurement, instrument calibration, and other scientific research activities. Due to their high ice-making efficiency, adjustable ice cube shape and size, and wide applicability, pellet ice machines are widely used in catering, medical, food storage and transportation, retail, and display industries. The principle of a pellet ice machine is primarily based on the circulation of compressed refrigerant and the evaporation and condensation of water under specific conditions. First, the refrigerant begins its circulation within the ice machine. It initially absorbs heat at low temperature and low pressure, becoming low-temperature, low-pressure vapor. This vapor then enters the compressor and is compressed into a high-temperature, high-pressure gas. This compression process increases the temperature and pressure of the refrigerant, providing the power for its subsequent condensation and ice-making process. Next, the high-temperature, high-pressure refrigerant gas enters the condenser. In the condenser, the refrigerant is cooled by a cooling medium (such as water), transforming it into a high-temperature, high-pressure liquid refrigerant. The liquid refrigerant then passes through an expansion valve, where its pressure is reduced to a low-temperature, low-pressure liquid state. This pressure reduction further lowers the refrigerant's temperature, preparing it for the subsequent evaporation and ice-making processes. The low-temperature, low-pressure liquid refrigerant then enters the evaporator. Inside the evaporator, water is continuously cooled by the refrigerant through a radiator. As the water temperature gradually decreases and reaches its freezing point, it begins to evaporate, absorbing heat. Simultaneously, the refrigerant changes from a liquid to a gas during evaporation, further absorbing heat and working synergistically with the water's evaporation. Finally, when the water has completely evaporated, the absorbed heat mixes with the low-temperature vapor of the refrigerant, forming a high-temperature, high-pressure gas mixture. This gas mixture then re-enters the compressor, beginning a new cycle, thus achieving a continuous ice-making process.During the ice-making process, granular ice makers are also equipped with specific ice-making molds or ice-stirring mechanisms. These mechanisms, through specific design and operation, cut or crush the cooled and solidified ice blocks into granules, thereby meeting the needs for granular ice in different situations.

[0003] In existing technologies, the ice-making speed of ice makers is affected by a variety of factors, including the performance of the ice maker, room temperature, and water quality. The ice-making rate of existing ice makers is affected by the ice-making tank or ice-making head. The ice-making and ice-unloading steps can only be carried out separately, which greatly reduces the ice-making efficiency of the ice maker. The cooling system in the ice-making device needs to continuously cool and heat up in order to realize the process from ice making to ice unloading. Due to the continuous cooling and heating, the energy consumption of the ice maker is also increased to a certain extent. Technical issues

[0004] (I) Technical problem to be solved: In view of the shortcomings of the prior art, the present invention provides a high-speed granular ice manufacturing device that can operate continuously without the need to control the cooling system to switch between heating and cooling. It can realize the synchronous operation of ice making and ice unloading, which greatly improves the ice making efficiency of the ice maker and eliminates the problem of ice making time consumed by the cooling system to reheat during the ice making process. Technical solutions

[0005] (II) Technical Solution: In order to achieve the above-mentioned continuous operation without the need to control the cooling system to switch between heating and cooling, and to achieve the synchronous operation of ice making and ice unloading, the present invention provides the following technical solution: a high-speed granular ice manufacturing device, including a machine base, an ice tank is provided on the machine base, a support plate is provided in the ice tank, a bearing seat is provided on the support plate, and a rotating shaft is provided through the bearing seat, and the rotating shaft is connected to a driver.

[0006] The rotating shaft has a number of pairs of transition shafts equidistantly arranged in the circumferential direction. Each transition shaft has a venting cavity connected to a condensation tank. The left end of each transition shaft is connected to a transition valve. The transition valve has a transition groove. The bottom plate of the transition groove has a cold source air supply hole and a heat source air supply hole respectively. The cold source air supply hole is connected to the condensation assembly, and the heat source air supply hole is connected to the heat source assembly.

[0007] A water supply assembly is installed on the machine end face on one side of the ice tank;

[0008] During the ice-making process, the drive intermittently rotates the rotating shaft, which in turn drives the connected transition shaft to rotate. Each rotation is driven by a fixed angle, thereby changing the connection port between the transition shaft and the transition valve.

[0009] Preferably, there are at least two transition shafts, and the transition shafts are connected to the rotating shaft via connecting rods.

[0010] Preferably, the condensation assembly includes a cold source pipe connected to the cold source air supply port, a core is disposed in the center of the cavity of the cold source pipe, and the cold source pipe is connected to the cooling device.

[0011] Preferably, a circulation channel is provided at the center of the inner cavity of the transition shaft, the left end of the circulation channel extends to the left end of the inner cavity of the transition shaft, and the right end of the circulation channel is connected to the transition valve.

[0012] Preferably, an inclined baffle is provided on the inner wall of the transition shaft.

[0013] Preferably, the heat source assembly includes a heat source pipe connected to the heat source air supply port, a core is disposed in the center of the cavity of the heat source pipe, and the heat source pipe is connected to the heating device.

[0014] Preferably, the bottom of the ice trough is provided with a drainage hole, the lower end of the bottom plate of the ice trough is a water trough, and an ice collection trough is provided on one side of the ice trough.

[0015] Preferably, the water supply component includes a fixing plate, a water collection cavity is provided on the fixing plate, the water collection cavity is connected to the spray plate, and the water collection cavity is connected to the water tank through a water pipe.

[0016] Preferably, the condensation tank is provided with a partition plate.

[0017] Preferably, the spray plate is provided with spray holes at equal intervals, and the positions of the spray holes correspond to the positions of the condensation tank. Beneficial effects

[0018] (III) Beneficial Effects: Compared with the prior art, the present invention provides a high-speed granular ice manufacturing device, which has the following beneficial effects:

[0019] 1. This high-speed granular ice manufacturing device, through the setting of a transition shaft, combined with the use of a rotating shaft and a transition valve, enables the device to achieve rapid ice making, and can simultaneously perform ice making and unloading. At the same time, since the condensation circuit and the hot flow circuit are set separately, the device does not need to repeatedly heat up, cool down and compress the condensation circuit during ice making, thereby saving a lot of heating and cooling time, greatly improving ice making efficiency, and avoiding continuous hot and cold alternation in the device circuit, thus extending the service life of the device.

[0020] 2. This high-speed granular ice manufacturing device enables the cold and hot circuits to achieve self-circulation through the use of a transition shaft. It can achieve autonomous circulation of the condensation circuit and the heat flow circuit without the need for an external connecting device. After the airflow flows into the transition shaft, the baffle allows the airflow to first fill the condensation tank, and finally reach the left end of the transition shaft and flow back to the refrigeration or heating device through the circulation channel to achieve circulation. This also greatly reduces the energy loss rate.

[0021] 3. This high-speed granular ice manufacturing device, through the setting of the water supply component, enables the device to achieve large-angle adjustment, thereby allowing the water flow to flow more accurately into the condensation tank for cooling into ice. At the same time, because the water supply component is equipped with a water collection chamber, the device can continuously maintain high pressure of water flow during water supply. The setting of the water spray plate can make the water flow spray into the condensation tank more evenly. Attached Figure Description

[0022] Figure 1 is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the high-speed particle ice manufacturing device of the present invention;

[0023] Figure 2 is a front view of the high-speed granular ice manufacturing device of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 3 is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the connection between the rotating shaft, the transition shaft, and the condensation tank of the high-speed particle ice manufacturing device of the present invention.

[0025] Figure 4 is a cross-sectional view of the inner cavity of the transition shaft in the high-speed particle ice manufacturing device of the present invention;

[0026] Figure 5 is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the transition valve in the high-speed particle ice manufacturing device of the present invention.

[0027] Figure 6 is a front view of the transition valve in the high-speed particle ice manufacturing device of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 7 is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the water supply component of the high-speed particle ice manufacturing device of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 8 is a three-dimensional structural diagram of the high-speed granular ice manufacturing device of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 9 is a three-dimensional structural schematic diagram of the high-speed granular ice manufacturing device in Embodiment 2 of the present invention;

[0031] Figure 10 is a schematic diagram of the three-dimensional structure connecting the rotating shaft, transition shaft, and condensation tank in Embodiment 2 of the high-speed particle ice manufacturing device of the present invention.

[0032] In the diagram: 1-Machine base, 2-Water supply assembly, 3-Bearing seat, 4-Rotating shaft, 5-Transition shaft, 6-Condensation tank, 7-Transition valve, 8-Condensation assembly, 9-Heat source assembly, 10-Support plate, 101-Ice tank, 102-Ice collection tank, 103-Water tank, 201-Fixing plate, 202-Water collection chamber, 203-Spray plate, 204-Water pipe, 501-Circulation channel, 502-Slanted baffle, 601-Divider plate, 701-Transition tank, 702-Cold source air supply hole, 703-Heat source air supply hole, 801-Cold source pipe, 802-Cooling device, 901-Heat source pipe, 902-Heating device, 1011-Drain hole. Embodiments of the present invention

[0033] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0034] Example 1: Please refer to Figures 1-2. The high-speed granular ice manufacturing device includes a machine base 1, an ice tank 101 is provided on the machine base 1, a support plate 10 is provided in the ice tank 101, a bearing seat 3 is provided on the support plate 10, and a rotating shaft 4 is provided through the bearing seat 3. The rotating shaft 4 is connected to a driver.

[0035] In the high-speed granular ice manufacturing device, the machine base 1 serves as the foundation and support platform for the entire device, bearing important components such as the ice tank 101, support plate 10, bearing seat 3, and rotating shaft 4. The design of the machine base 1 must consider factors such as the stability, load-bearing capacity, and ease of operation to ensure long-term stable operation. The ice tank 101 is the main area for placing water and manufacturing ice blocks; its shape and size can be designed according to actual needs. The support plate 10 is installed inside the ice tank 101 to support the bearing seat 3 and rotating shaft 4, while ensuring the smooth rotation of the rotating shaft 4. The support plate 10 is a crucial component connecting the ice tank 101 and the bearing seat 3; it must be robust and durable, capable of bearing the weight of the rotating shaft 4 and the transition shaft 5, as well as the forces generated during rotation. Simultaneously, the design of the support plate 10 must also consider ease of installation and disassembly for maintenance and cleaning. The bearing seat 3 is a key component for fixing the rotating shaft 4; through a precision bearing structure, it ensures the smooth rotation of the rotating shaft 4 while withstanding various forces generated during rotation. The selection and installation of the bearing seat 3 are crucial to the stability and service life of the entire device. The rotating shaft 4 is the core component driving the ice-making process. It is connected to the actuator and rotates using power provided by the actuator. Equally spaced transition shafts 5 on the rotating shaft 4 connect the condensation tank 6 and the transition valve 7, enabling the switching of cooling and heating airflow. The actuator is the key device controlling the rotation of the rotating shaft 4. It can precisely control the rotation angle and speed of the rotating shaft 4 according to preset programs and parameters, thereby automating and continuously operating the ice-making and ice-unloading processes.

[0036] The rotating shaft 4 has a number of pairs of transition shafts 5 evenly spaced along its circumference. Each transition shaft 5 has a venting cavity connected to the condensation tank 6. The left end of each transition shaft 5 is connected to a transition valve 7. The transition valve 7 has a transition groove 701. The bottom plate of the transition groove 701 has a cold source air supply hole 702 and a heat source air supply hole 703 respectively. The cold source air supply hole 702 is connected to the condensation assembly 8, and the heat source air supply hole 703 is connected to the heat source assembly 9.

[0037] The arrangement of the transition shafts 5 and their equidistant distribution in the circumferential direction ensures the uniformity and stability of the ice-making process. Each transition shaft 5 is equipped with a vent chamber, which is connected to the condensation tank 6, providing the necessary cooling or heating airflow to the condensation tank 6. By precisely controlling the airflow in the vent chamber, the device can achieve rapid cooling and freezing of the water in the condensation tank 6, as well as effective heating and detachment of the ice blocks. The left end of the transition shaft 5 is connected to the transition valve 7, a clever design. The transition valve 7 has a transition groove 701 inside, and the bottom plate of the transition groove 701 has a cold source air supply hole 702 and a heat source air supply hole 703 respectively. These holes are connected to the condensation assembly 8 and the heat source assembly 9 respectively, allowing for rapid switching of the cold source and heat source according to the needs of ice making or ice unloading. Specifically, during the ice-making stage, the cold source air supply hole 702 is opened to provide cooling airflow to the condensation tank 6, causing the water to freeze rapidly. When the ice block reaches the predetermined size and needs to be detached, the heat source air supply port 703 opens, providing heated airflow to the condensation tank 6, causing the ice block to detach from the condensation tank 6. This switching is achieved by controlling the transition valve 7, ensuring that the ice-making and ice-unloading processes can be carried out continuously and efficiently. The design elements in the high-speed granular ice manufacturing device, such as the transition shaft 5, the venting chamber, the transition valve 7, and the cold and heat source air supply ports 703, together constitute a highly efficient and stable ice-making system. These designs not only improve ice-making efficiency but also ensure the quality and stability of the ice blocks, providing a high-quality solution for various occasions requiring ice blocks.

[0038] During the ice-making process, the drive intermittently rotates the rotating shaft 4, which in turn drives the connected transition shaft 5 to rotate. Each rotation is driven by a fixed angle, thereby changing the connection port between the transition shaft 5 and the transition valve 7.

[0039] In the ice-making process, the actuator plays a crucial role, driving the rotating shaft 4 to rotate intermittently. This intermittent rotation allows the ice-making process to proceed in an orderly and efficient manner. The rotating shaft 4 not only rotates itself but also drives the closely connected transition shaft 5 to rotate as well. Each time the actuator drives the rotating shaft 4 to rotate by a fixed angle, the connection port between the transition shaft 5 and the transition valve 7 changes accordingly. This ingenious design allows for precise control of the supply of cooling and heating airflow in the condensation tank 6 by changing the connection port, thereby automating the ice-making and unloading operations. Specifically, when ice making is needed, the actuator drives the rotating shaft 4 to rotate to a specific angle, connecting the transition shaft 5 to the cold air supply port 702 of the transition valve 7. At this time, the cooling airflow provided by the condensation assembly 8 enters the condensation tank 6 through the venting chamber, causing the water to freeze rapidly. When the ice cubes reach the predetermined size, the actuator drives the rotating shaft 4 to rotate again, connecting the transition shaft 5 to the heat air supply port 703 of the transition valve 7. At this time, the heating airflow provided by the heat source assembly 9 enters the condensation tank 6, causing the ice cubes to fall out of the condensation tank 6. This intermittent rotation and port switching design not only improves ice-making efficiency but also ensures the quality and stability of the ice. At the same time, because the entire process is automated, it greatly reduces the workload of operators and improves work efficiency.

[0040] The condensation assembly 8 includes a cold source pipe 801 connected to the cold source air supply port 702. A core is disposed at the center of the cavity of the cold source pipe 801, and the cold source pipe 801 is connected to the cooling device 802. The heat source assembly 9 includes a heat source pipe 901 connected to the heat source air supply port 703. A core is disposed at the center of the cavity of the heat source pipe 901, and the heat source pipe 901 is connected to the heating device 902.

[0041] The cold source pipe 801 in the condenser assembly 8 is tightly connected to the cold source air supply port 702, ensuring that the cooling airflow can be accurately delivered to the condenser tank 6. The core tube located in the center of the cavity of the cold source pipe 801 not only enhances the structural strength of the pipe body but also helps optimize the flow of cooling airflow and improve the cooling effect. Through its connection with the cooling device 802, the cold source pipe 801 can continuously obtain a stable cooling airflow, thereby achieving rapid cooling and freezing of the water in the condenser tank 6. The heat source assembly 9 is responsible for heating the ice blocks after they reach a predetermined size, allowing the ice blocks to fall smoothly from the condenser tank 6. The heat source pipe 901 is connected to the heat source air supply port 703, providing heating airflow through the heating device 902. Similarly, the core tube is also located in the center of the cavity of the heat source pipe 901 to enhance the pipe body structure and optimize the flow of heating airflow. This design ensures that the heating airflow can act evenly and efficiently on the condenser tank 6, achieving rapid ice block detachment. The coordinated operation of the condenser assembly 8 and the heat source assembly 9 enables the high-speed granular ice manufacturing device to complete the entire ice-making and unloading process in a short time. Simultaneously, by precisely controlling the supply of cooling and heating airflow, the device can accurately control the size and quality of ice blocks to meet the needs of different customers. Furthermore, the design of the condenser assembly 8 and the heat source assembly 9 fully considers energy conservation and environmental protection requirements. By optimizing the operating parameters of the cooling and heating devices 902 and rationally arranging the cold source pipe 801 and the heat source pipe 901, the device can reduce energy consumption and minimize environmental impact, achieving a green and low-carbon ice-making process.

[0042] The device mainly includes a machine base 1, an ice tank 101, a support plate 10, a bearing seat 3, a rotating shaft 4, a transition shaft 5, a venting chamber, a condensation tank 6, a transition valve 7, a transition tank 701, a cold source air supply port 702, a heat source air supply port 703, and a water supply assembly 2. The rotating shaft 4 is mounted on the support plate 10 via the bearing seat 3 and is connected to a driver to achieve its rotational movement. The transition shaft 5 is equidistantly arranged along the circumference of the rotating shaft 4 and is connected to the condensation tank 6 via the venting chamber. The transition valve 7 is located at the left end of the transition shaft 5 and is connected to both the cold source air supply port 702 and the heat source air supply port 703. The water supply assembly 2 is responsible for supplying the condensation tank 6 with the water required for ice making.

[0043] Before use, the entire device needs to be cleaned to ensure there are no impurities or residues. Simultaneously, check that the water supply component 2 has sufficient water and prepare the water source needed for ice making. Connect the power supply and start the driver to make the rotating shaft 4 begin to rotate. At this time, the water supply component 2 starts working, supplying water to the condensation tank 6. As the rotating shaft 4 rotates, the transition shaft 5 drives the condensation tank 6 to rotate. During the ice-making stage, cooling airflow is provided to the condensation tank 6 through the cold air supply port 702, causing the water to freeze quickly. When the ice cubes reach the predetermined size, by controlling the rotation angle of the rotating shaft 4 and switching the transition valve 7, the condensation tank 6 is flipped and heated, causing the ice cubes to fall out of the condensation tank 6. The fallen ice cubes fall into the ice tank 101 and can be collected by a suitable collection device.

[0044] The device operates primarily based on a refrigeration and heating cycle and the intermittent rotation of the rotating shaft 4. During the ice-making stage, cooling airflow is supplied to the condensation tank 6 through the cold air supply port 702, causing water to freeze rapidly within the tank. Once the ice reaches a predetermined size, the rotation angle of the rotating shaft 4 and the switching of the transition valve 7 are controlled to invert and heat the condensation tank 6, causing the ice to detach from it. The entire process is automated and continuous, significantly improving ice-making efficiency.

[0045] The automated and continuous ice-making process significantly improves ice-making efficiency, making it suitable for applications requiring large quantities of ice. Advanced refrigeration and heating technologies reduce energy consumption and minimize the environmental impact of refrigerant leaks. Precise control of the ice-making process produces ice blocks of uniform size and regular shape, meeting the needs of various occasions. The device has a rational structural design and is simple and convenient to operate; even non-professionals can quickly learn how to use it.

[0046] Please refer to Figures 3-4. A partition plate 601 is provided on the condensation tank 6. A circulation channel 501 is provided in the center of the inner cavity of the transition shaft 5. The left end of the circulation channel 501 extends to the left end of the inner cavity of the transition shaft 5, and the right end of the circulation channel 501 is connected to the transition valve 7. An inclined baffle 502 is provided on the inner wall of the transition shaft 5.

[0047] The partition plate 601 divides the condensation tank 6 into multiple independent areas, allowing each area to cool and freeze independently, thus achieving parallel and continuous ice-making processes. This design not only increases the ice-making speed but also ensures that the ice in each area is cooled evenly, resulting in better ice-making effects. Another key design element is the circulation channel 501 located at the center of the transition shaft 5's inner cavity. This circulation channel 501 connects the left opening of the transition shaft 5 to the right-side transition valve 7, forming a closed circulation loop. During ice-making, cooling or heating airflow flows through this circulation channel 501 between the transition shafts 5, achieving rapid cooling and heating of the water in the condensation tank 6. This design ensures that the airflow acts evenly and efficiently on each area of ​​the condensation tank 6, thereby improving ice-making efficiency. Furthermore, the inclined baffle 502 located on the inner wall of the transition shaft 5 is also a clever design. The inclined baffle 502 changes the flow direction of the airflow within the transition shaft 5, generating more turbulence and disturbance during the flow process. This turbulence and disturbance helps increase the contact area between the airflow and the water in the condenser tank 6, improving heat exchange efficiency and thus further accelerating the ice-making speed.

[0048] Please refer to Figure 5-6.

[0049] Two pairs of transition shafts 5 are equidistantly arranged along the circumference of the rotating shaft 4. This design not only enhances the symmetry and balance of the device but also helps improve the stability and efficiency of the ice-making process. Each transition shaft 5 has a venting chamber inside, which is connected to the condensation tank 6, ensuring that cooling or heating airflow can smoothly enter the condensation tank 6 to cool or heat the water inside. This design makes the airflow distribution more uniform, improves heat exchange efficiency, and thus further enhances the ice-making speed and ice quality. The left end of the transition shaft 5 is connected to a transition valve 7, which has a transition groove 701 inside. The bottom plate of the transition groove 701 has a cold source air supply hole 702 and a heat source air supply hole 703, which are connected to the cold source pipe 801 and the heat source pipe 901, respectively. By controlling the opening and closing state of the transition valve 7, the connection state between the cold source air supply hole 702 and the heat source air supply hole 703 and the condensation tank 6 can be flexibly switched, thereby realizing the cooling and heating operation of the water in the condensation tank 6. This design enables the high-speed granular ice manufacturing device to rapidly complete the entire ice-making and unloading process in a short time. When ice needs to be made, the cooling air supply port 702 is opened and the heating air supply port 703 is closed, allowing cooling airflow into the condensation tank 6 for ice making. When the ice blocks reach the predetermined size and need to be removed, the cooling air supply port 702 is closed and the heating air supply port 703 is opened, allowing heating airflow into the condensation tank 6 for heating and de-icing. The entire process is highly automated, easy to operate, and greatly improves production efficiency. Furthermore, the design of two transition shafts 5 enhances the redundancy and reliability of the device. Even if one transition shaft 5 fails or is damaged, the other transition shaft 5 can still operate normally, ensuring the continuity of the ice-making process. This design reduces the device's failure rate and improves production stability.

[0050] Please refer to Figure 7. A water supply component 2 is provided on the end face of the machine base 1 on one side of the ice tank 101. The water supply component 2 includes a fixing plate 201, on which a water collection chamber 202 is provided. The water collection chamber 202 is connected to a spray plate 203. The water collection chamber 202 is connected to the water tank 103 through a water pipe 204. Spray holes are provided at equal intervals on the spray plate 203. The positions of the spray holes correspond to the positions of the condensation tank 6.

[0051] The water supply assembly 2 is located on the end face of the machine platform 1 on one side of the ice tank 101. Its compact structure and clearly defined function provide a stable and reliable water supply for the entire ice-making system. The core components of the water supply assembly 2 include a fixing plate 201, a water collection chamber 202, and a spray plate 203. The fixing plate 201 serves as the foundation of the entire water supply assembly 2, providing stable support. The water collection chamber 202 is mounted on the fixing plate 201 and connected to the water tank 103 via a water pipe 204, ensuring that water can smoothly enter the water collection chamber 202. The spray plate 203 is tightly connected to the water collection chamber 202 and has evenly spaced spray holes. The positions of these spray holes correspond to the positions of the condensation tank 6, ensuring that water is accurately sprayed into the condensation tank 6. During the ice-making process, water from the water tank 103 enters the water collection chamber 202 through the water pipe 204, and then, under the action of the spray plate 203, is evenly sprayed into the condensation tank 6 through the spray holes. This design not only ensures uniform water distribution within the condensation tank 6 but also contributes to improved ice-making efficiency and quality. Simultaneously, the structural design of the water supply assembly 2 takes into account ease of maintenance and cleaning, allowing operators to easily perform routine upkeep and repairs. Furthermore, the water supply speed and flow rate of the water supply assembly 2 can be precisely controlled by adjusting the design of the water pipe 204 and the spray plate 203 to adapt to different ice-making needs. This flexibility enables the high-speed granular ice manufacturing device to be applicable to various scenarios and application fields, providing the ice-making industry with a wider range of efficient solutions.

[0052] The number of transition shafts 5 is at least two, and the transition shafts 5 are connected to the rotating shaft 4 via connecting rods.

[0053] In high-speed granular ice manufacturing equipment, there are at least two transition shafts 5. This design aims to improve the efficiency and stability of the ice-making process. Each transition shaft 5 is tightly connected to the rotating shaft 4 via a connecting rod, ensuring synchronous rotation under the drive of the rotating shaft 4. The arrangement of multiple transition shafts 5 allows the equipment to process more condensation tanks 6 simultaneously, thereby accelerating the ice-making speed. Simultaneously, each transition shaft 5 can be independently connected to different condensation tanks 6 and transition valves 7, enabling parallel control of multiple condensation tanks 6. This design not only improves production efficiency but also makes the equipment more flexible, adaptable to ice-making tasks of different scales and needs. The connecting rod, as the connecting component between the transition shaft 5 and the rotating shaft 4, is also crucial in its design and manufacturing. The connecting rod needs sufficient strength and stability to ensure that the transition shaft 5 rotates smoothly and accurately under the drive of the rotating shaft 4. At the same time, the connecting rod also needs a certain degree of flexibility to accommodate positional differences and installation requirements between different transition shafts 5. In practical applications, the number and layout of the transition shafts 5 can be flexibly adjusted according to the specific needs and scale of the ice-making equipment. By optimizing the design of the transition shaft 5 and the connecting rod, ice-making efficiency and quality can be further improved, production costs can be reduced, and greater economic and social benefits can be brought to the ice-making industry.

[0054] Please refer to Figure 8. The bottom of the ice tank 101 is provided with a drain hole 1011, the lower end of the bottom plate of the ice tank 101 is a water tank 103, and an ice collection tank 102 is provided on one side of the ice tank 101.

[0055] The drainage hole 1011, water tank 103, and ice collection tank 102 at the bottom of the ice tank 101 together constitute an efficient and convenient ice-making and unloading system. The drainage hole 1011, located at the bottom of the ice tank 101, primarily drains excess water from it. During ice making, a certain amount of melted water is generated in the ice tank 101. If this water is not drained in time, it may affect the ice-making effect or even damage the device. Therefore, the design of the drainage hole 1011 ensures that the ice tank 101 always maintains an appropriate amount of water, guaranteeing ice-making efficiency while avoiding problems caused by excessive water. The water tank 103, located at the lower end of the bottom plate of the ice tank 101, collects the water drained from the drainage hole 1011. The design of the water tank 103 not only facilitates the collection and treatment of melted water but also prevents water from dripping directly onto the ground, thus avoiding pollution and safety hazards. Simultaneously, the water tank 103 can be connected to the water supply component 2 to achieve water resource recycling, improving the environmental friendliness and energy efficiency of the entire device. An ice collection trough 102 is located on one side of the ice tank 101 and is used to collect ice blocks that have fallen from the condensation tank 6. After the ice-making process is completed, the condensation tank 6 is heated by the heat source assembly 9, causing the ice blocks to fall smoothly into the ice collection trough 102. The design of the ice collection trough 102 makes ice collection simple and efficient, improving production efficiency and reducing manual labor intensity.

[0056] Example 2: Referring to Figures 9-10, the device consists of four ice-making tanks and transition shafts. Each rotation of the rotating shaft is 90 degrees. The device drives the rotating shaft 4 to rotate intermittently via a driver, enabling the condensing tank 6 to quickly perform ice-making and ice-unloading operations. This automated and continuous operation significantly improves ice-making efficiency, especially in situations requiring large quantities of ice, meeting peak demand. The device employs advanced refrigeration and heating technologies, effectively reducing energy consumption through precise control of the cold and heat sources. Simultaneously, it reduces the risk of refrigerant leakage, thereby minimizing potential environmental impact and meeting modern industrial requirements for green and low-carbon production. By precisely controlling each stage of the ice-making process, such as the flow rate and temperature of the cooling airflow and the rotation angle and speed of the condensing tank 6, uniformly sized and regularly shaped ice blocks can be produced. These high-quality ice blocks are not only aesthetically pleasing but also meet the quality requirements of various industries. The device has a reasonable structural design and is simple and intuitive to operate, allowing operators to quickly learn how to use it. Furthermore, the various components of the device are easy to clean and maintain, reducing maintenance costs and extending the equipment's service life. This device can be adjusted to meet different ice-making needs, such as changing the ice-making speed or adjusting the ice cube size. This flexibility makes the device suitable for various occasions and meets the needs of different customers.

[0057] Working principle: First, the condensation tank 6 is controlled to be in a horizontal state by rotating shaft 4. At this time, the transition shaft 5 is connected to the cold source supply and demand port on the transition valve 7. Water is injected into the condensation tank 6 through the water supply component 2. At the same time, the cooling device 802 is started to transmit cooling airflow into the transition shaft 5 through the transition valve 7. After the airflow flows into the transition shaft 5, it first fills the bottom of the condensation tank 6 through the action of the baffle, condensing the water into ice. After filling the transition shaft 5, the airflow enters the circulation channel 501 through the port of the circulation channel 501 at the left end of the transition shaft 5, and then flows back to the cooling device 802 through the core of the cold source pipe 801. After the ice in the condensation tank 6 is completely melted... After the ice is fully formed, the rotating shaft 4 is controlled to rotate, causing the condensing tank 6 to rotate at a fixed angle. If there are two condensing tanks 6 and two transition shafts 5, they are rotated 180 degrees at a time, so that the opening of the condensing tank 6 containing ice faces downward. At the same time, the connection port of the transition shaft 5 is changed to be connected to the heat source pipe 901, and hot flow is introduced into the transition valve 7 to replace the original cold gas flow to heat up the condensing tank 6. After the temperature rises to a certain extent, the ice in the condensing tank 6 falls into the ice tank 101. At the same time, ice is also re-condensed in the other condensing tank 6. The rotating shaft 4 is rotated again, so that condensation and ice unloading are carried out simultaneously, which greatly improves the ice-making efficiency of the device.

[0058] It should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as "first" and "second" are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another, and do not necessarily require or imply any such actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Furthermore, the terms "comprising," "including," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising one..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0059] Although embodiments of the invention have been shown and described, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that various changes, modifications, substitutions and alterations can be made to these embodiments without departing from the principles and spirit of the invention, the scope of which is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. A high-speed granular ice manufacturing device, comprising a machine base (1), wherein an ice tank (101) is provided on the machine base (1), a support plate (10) is provided in the ice tank (101), a bearing seat (3) is provided on the support plate (10), and a rotating shaft (4) is provided through the bearing seat (3), the rotating shaft (4) being connected to a driver, characterized in that: The rotating shaft (4) has a number of pairs of transition shafts (5) evenly spaced along its circumference. Each transition shaft (5) has a venting cavity connected to a condensing tank (6). The left end of the transition shaft (5) is connected to a transition valve (7). The transition valve (7) has a transition groove (701). The bottom plate of the transition groove (701) has a cold source air supply hole (702) and a heat source air supply hole (703). The cold source air supply hole (702) is connected to the condensing assembly (8), and the heat source air supply hole (703) is connected to the heat source assembly (9). A water supply assembly (2) is provided on the end face of the machine (1) on one side of the ice tank (101); During the ice-making process, the rotating shaft (4) is driven to rotate intermittently by the driver. The rotating shaft (4) drives the transition shaft (5) connected to it to rotate. Each time the drive rotates at a fixed angle, the connection port between the transition shaft (5) and the transition valve (7) is changed.

2. The high-speed granular ice manufacturing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of transition shafts (5) is at least two, and the transition shafts (5) are connected to the rotating shaft (4) by connecting rods.

3. The high-speed granular ice manufacturing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The condensation assembly (8) includes a cold source pipe (801) connected to the cold source air supply port (702), and a core is provided in the center of the cavity of the cold source pipe (801). The cold source pipe (801) is connected to the cooling device (802).

4. The high-speed granular ice manufacturing apparatus according to claim 3, characterized in that: The transition shaft (5) has a circulation channel (501) at its center. The left end of the circulation channel (501) extends to the left end of the transition shaft (5) and the right end of the circulation channel (501) is connected to the transition valve (7).

5. The high-speed granular ice manufacturing apparatus according to claim 4, characterized in that: An inclined baffle (502) is provided on the inner wall of the transition shaft (5).

6. The high-speed granular ice manufacturing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The heat source assembly (9) includes a heat source pipe (901) connected to the heat source air supply hole (703), and a core is provided in the center of the cavity of the heat source pipe (901). The heat source pipe (901) is connected to the heating device (902).

7. The high-speed granular ice manufacturing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The bottom of the ice trough (101) is provided with a drainage hole (1011), the lower end of the bottom plate of the ice trough (101) is a water trough (103), and an ice collection trough (102) is provided on one side of the ice trough (101).

8. The high-speed granular ice manufacturing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: The water supply component (2) includes a fixing plate (201), on which a water collection chamber (202) is provided. The water collection chamber (202) is connected to a spray plate (203), and the water collection chamber (202) is connected to a water tank (103) through a water pipe (204).

9. The high-speed granular ice manufacturing apparatus according to claim 1, characterized in that: A partition plate (601) is provided on the condensation tank (6).

10. The high-speed granular ice manufacturing apparatus according to claim 8, characterized in that: The spray plate (203) is provided with spray holes at equal intervals, and the positions of the spray holes correspond to the positions of the condensation tank (6).

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