Pneumatic Hazelnut Conveying System for Damage-Free Transport
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Solution Overview
Problem
Existing hazelnut carrying systems in processing plants face issues such as undesired breaking of hazelnuts, accumulation, pest problems, excessive line length, complexity, and difficulty in rapid and damage-free transportation of hazelnuts.
Innovation Solution
A carrying system utilizing a flow pipe, blower for air flow, air lock for loading hazelnuts, and a separator to remove hazelnuts from air, allowing for efficient aerial transportation of hazelnuts within processing plants.
Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles
Engineering Contradiction Analysis
1Ease of operation
If spiral or elevator system is used for carrying hazelnut, then carrying function is achieved, but undesired breaking of hazelnut occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The patent applies pneumatic conveying by introducing air flow through a blower into a closed pipeline system. Hazelnuts are suspended and transported as particles in the air stream, eliminating mechanical contact that causes breaking. The air flow carries hazelnuts smoothly through the pipeline without impact or friction against pipe walls.
Solution Approach 2:
The patent replaces mechanical conveying systems (spiral conveyors, bucket elevators) with a pneumatic system. Instead of mechanical elements physically moving hazelnuts, compressed air serves as the conveying medium, substituting mechanical force with aerodynamic forces to transport the hazelnuts damage-free.
2Ease of operation
If traditional carrying systems are used, then hazelnut transportation is achieved, but accumulation in the system occurs
Solution Approach 1:
The pneumatic system maintains continuous air flow through the pipeline, keeping hazelnuts suspended and moving constantly. The air stream prevents particles from settling or accumulating by providing continuous aerodynamic support, ensuring reliable transportation without blockages.
Solution Approach 2:
The system controls air flow parameters (velocity, pressure) to maintain hazelnuts in a suspended state throughout the pipeline. By optimizing air flow speed and distribution, the system ensures hazelnuts remain in motion and do not accumulate at low points or bends in the pipeline.
3Productivity
If open carrying systems are used, then hazelnut displacement is achieved, but pest problems and external factor damage occur
Solution Approach 1:
The patent employs a closed pipeline system that acts as a protective enclosure for hazelnut transportation. The sealed管道 prevents contact with external environment, blocking pests, dust, and contaminants from reaching the hazelnuts during transit, while maintaining efficient air-flow-based displacement.
4Ease of operation
If mechanical conveying systems are used, then carrying capability is achieved, but line length becomes excessive and complexity increases
Solution Approach 1:
The pneumatic conveying system serves multiple functions through a single integrated setup: loading hazelnuts into the pipeline, transporting them through air flow, and separating them at the discharge point. This multi-functional approach reduces the number of separate mechanical conveying devices needed, simplifying the overall system.
Solution Approach 2:
Air serves as an intermediary medium that enables hazelnut transportation through the pipeline. This intermediary approach allows for simpler pipeline design compared to mechanical systems, as air can navigate bends and elevations more easily, reducing the need for complex mechanical transfer points and intermediate handling equipment.
Applied Scientific Principles
This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.
Function Achieved in This Case
The system enables rapid, damage-free, and efficient transportation of hazelnuts, reducing labor costs and enabling automation, while protecting the hazelnuts from external factors and ensuring seamless integration with other automation systems.
Implementation Method 1
at least one blower which can realize air flow in said flow pipe
Implementation Method 2
at least one separator which can provide separation of hazelnut from the air before discharge of the hazelnut from the flow pipe
Data Source
AI summary
A carrying system is provided for use in carrying hazelnut from one location to another location while hazelnut is being processed. The carrying system comprises at least one flow pipe wherein said hazelnut can be carried, at least one blower which can realize air flow in said flow pipe, at least one air lock which can load hazelnut to the flow pipe and at least one separator which can provide separation of hazelnut from the air before discharge of the hazelnut from the flow pipe.