Meat Conveying Line With Sensor Feedback for Collision Prevention
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing meat processing apparatuses lack flexibility in conveying meat, as they do not allow for dynamic adjustment based on the conveyance status of multiple conveyors.
Innovation Solution
A meat processing apparatus with a conveying line comprising a plurality of conveying units, each equipped with sensors and motors, controlled by a central controller to adjust conveyance based on detection results, allowing for flexible conveyance and standby of meat units.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Productivity
If multiple conveyors are used to convey meat, then conveyance capacity is improved, but flexibility in adjusting conveyance based on status is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies dynamics by making the conveyance system adjustable and responsive to real-time status. The control unit dynamically changes the conveyance speed or stop state of each conveyor based on detection results from sensors, transforming a static conveyor system into a dynamic one that can adapt to varying conditions.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent implements feedback by using detection units (sensors) to monitor the status of meat and conveyor operation, then feeding this information back to the control unit. The control unit processes this feedback and adjusts the conveyance parameters accordingly, creating a closed-loop control system that improves both capacity and flexibility.
2Productivity
If conveyance speed is increased to improve productivity, then output is improved, but risk of collision and damage is worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The system dynamically adjusts conveyance speed based on real-time detection of meat position and conveyor status. Instead of maintaining a constant high speed, the control unit varies the speed of each conveyor segment to match the actual operational conditions, maximizing productivity while preventing collisions.
Solution Approach 2:
The detection units continuously monitor the status before problems occur, and the control unit takes preliminary anti-action by adjusting conveyance parameters in advance to prevent collisions and damage. This proactive approach allows the system to maintain high productivity while preemptively avoiding harmful situations.
3Device complexity
If conveyors operate independently to simplify control, then control complexity is reduced, but coordination and flexibility are worsened
Solution Approach 1:
The patent segments the conveyor system into multiple independently controllable units, each with its own detection and control capabilities. This segmentation allows each unit to operate semi-independently while the central control unit coordinates them through feedback, achieving both simplified individual control and flexible overall coordination.
Solution Approach 2:
The control unit serves multiple functions: it controls each conveyor's speed and stop state, processes detection results from various sensors, and coordinates the overall system operation. This multi-functionality allows the system to maintain relatively simple control architecture while achieving flexible and coordinated operation of multiple conveyors.
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AI summary
The meat processing apparatus includes a conveying line including a plurality of conveying units arranged in series, at least one processing station for processing the meat conveyed by the conveying line, and a controller for controlling the conveying units. The plurality of conveying units include: a first conveying unit having a first conveyor and a first sensor for detecting the meat placed on the first conveyor; and a second conveying unit located downstream of the first conveying unit, and having a second conveyor and a second sensor for detecting the meat placed on the second conveyor. The controller is configured to drive and control the first conveyor and the second conveyor based on a detection result of the second sensor.