| 摘要 |
The present invention is directed to an automated composting apparatus which includes a rotatable drum assembly mounted to a chassis which is adapted to provide wheeled transportability for the entire composting apparatus. Automation is provided primarily by a feedback control system having at least one sensor disposed inside the rotatable drum assembly, and being disposed to control the temperature and flow of air and/or water into the composting materials disposed in the rotatable drum assembly. The interior of the rotatable drum assembly has several unique features including a plurality of stationary dispensers mounted to a stationary, substantially hollow axle. The dispensers are adapted to disperse air and/or water into the compost material as the compost material is moved in and through the rotatable drum assembly. The drum assembly also has disposed therein, one or more elongated stripper elements which are each fixed at one end to the interior surface of the rotating drum and at the other end to a bearing member. Each bearing member is disposed on and rotates around the stationary axle. A unique spiral or semi-spiraled feed vane is also attached to the inner surface of the rotating drum to move the compost material in and through the rotating drum.
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