A distribution channel system for giant pandas

Abstract

The utility model discloses a distribution channel system for giant panda, including two opposite fixed frame, two fixed frame all are equipped with a top and two side walls, two top butt -joint can be realized after the horizontal of turning inwards, four side walls can realize two butt -joint after turning inwards, the outside of two fixed frame is provided with a sliding door respectively. Still include the channel extension section between fixed frame and sliding door, and be equipped with the climbing step at its both sides. The utility model discloses through the setting of top, side wall, sliding door, can form the longitudinal distribution channel for the through of animal or the feeder operation channel for the through of feeder, or form the temporary space for holding giant panda. The distribution channel system for giant panda is safe and reliable, convenient operation, and the size is adjusted nimble, and the application scope is wide.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of animal feeding equipment technology, and in particular to a distribution channel system for giant pandas. Background Technology

[0002] Despite their adorable appearance, the giant panda is a ferocious animal belonging to the genus *Ailuropoda* in the family Ursidae of the order Carnivora. Adult giant pandas, in particular, are comparable in danger to black bears and brown bears. Therefore, direct contact between keepers and adult giant pandas is strictly prohibited during daily operations. As giant pandas have gradually expanded beyond Sichuan, becoming star exhibits in zoos across major cities both domestically and internationally, one of the prerequisites for applying for a giant panda exhibition is the construction of a panda enclosure that meets design specifications. These specifications explicitly require the enclosure to have both indoor exhibition halls and outdoor activity areas, and the facilities must be able to meet the daily behavioral management needs of the giant pandas. This places higher demands on the original design concepts and facility designs. A major contradiction in designing and constructing an enclosure that meets these specifications is the overlap between the keepers' daily operational pathways and the giant pandas' designated pathways.

[0003] There are two existing solutions. One is to set up fixed animal cage walkways, which forces keepers to cross the walkways via stairs, making it inconvenient to carry tools or transport large quantities of materials. The other is to design and apply liftable integrated cage walkways, which can be lowered when animals need to be moved and aligned with the side doors for operation. The disadvantage of this method is that it requires high design and construction technology for the lifting mechanism, and the maintenance of the overall facility is relatively complex and costly.

[0004] Therefore, the existing methods for addressing the overlap between the daily operation channels for keepers and the panda allocation channels still lack a satisfactory solution. This application addresses this issue by creating a new allocation channel system for pandas that facilitates daily allocation operations, allows for temporary passage for keepers carrying tools, and also serves as a temporary holding and introduction space for the animals. This meets the daily behavioral management needs of pandas and represents a crucial area for improvement in the industry. Utility Model Content

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by this utility model is to provide a distribution channel system for giant pandas, which is convenient for daily distribution operations, temporary passage and passage with tools for keepers, and can also serve as a temporary holding and introduction space for animals, thus meeting the daily behavioral management needs of giant pandas and overcoming the shortcomings of existing giant panda enclosure facilities.

[0006] To solve the above-mentioned technical problems, this utility model provides a distribution channel system for giant pandas, including two fixed frames. Each of the two fixed frames is provided with an upward-flipping top cover and two outward-flipping side walls. The two fixed frames are arranged opposite each other. When the two top covers are flipped down to the horizontal, they can be joined together to form a channel roof. When the four side walls are rotated inward, they can be joined together in pairs. A sliding door is provided on the outer side of each of the two fixed frames. When the top covers are joined together, the side walls are joined together in pairs, and both sliding doors are open, a longitudinal distribution channel connecting the indoor and outdoor enclosures is formed. When the top covers are flipped up, the side walls are flipped outward, and both sliding doors are closed, a transverse channel perpendicular to the longitudinal distribution channel is formed. When the top covers are joined together, the side walls are joined together in pairs, and both sliding doors are closed, a temporary space for accommodating giant pandas is formed.

[0007] A further improvement includes a passage extension section fixed between the fixed frame and the sliding door, wherein the passage extension section adopts a fixed inverted U-shaped frame.

[0008] As a further improvement, climbing steps are provided on both sides of the extended section of the passage, which are used by keepers to temporarily cross the longitudinal distribution passage.

[0009] In a further improvement, a ground pin is provided at the lower part of the free end of the sidewall to fix the position of the two sidewalls when they are facing each other. The two top covers are connected by a horizontal pin structure after being flipped down to the horizontal.

[0010] In a further improvement, a baffle is provided on the outer side of the free end of the top cover to prevent the side wall from flipping outward when the top cover is located on the upper part of the side wall.

[0011] In a further improvement, the top cover is flipped up vertically and fixed to the top extension of the fixed frame.

[0012] As a further improvement, the sliding door has multiple lock holes on its pull rod for adjusting the opening and closing width of the sliding door.

[0013] With this design, the present invention has at least the following advantages:

[0014] 1. This utility model relates to a panda distribution channel system. It features a reversible top cover and side walls mounted on two independent, fixed frames, arranged opposite each other to form a longitudinal distribution channel for pandas. Two sliding doors connect the pandas to the indoor and outdoor enclosures when open, and provide temporary space for close observation, physical examination, medical treatment, or anesthesia when closed. This facilitates limited contact between animals, promoting mating and breeding. Furthermore, with both the top cover and side walls open and the sliding doors closed, a keeper's access channel is created for carrying tools, transporting large quantities of materials, and cleaning panda feces. This distribution channel system effectively resolves the spatial conflict between animal and keeper access.

[0015] 2. Furthermore, by setting up extended passageways, the dimensions can be adjusted according to different construction site conditions, making it flexible in application and widely applicable. Additionally, by incorporating climbing steps, it can be used by keepers to temporarily cross the longitudinally allocated passageways, or facilitate keepers or veterinarians to cross the cage passageways to reach the other side for observation or treatment of the pandas inside.

[0016] 3. Compared with existing fixed channels or lifting fixed cage channels, the distribution channel system of this utility model is more flexible, easier and more effective to operate, and can also ensure safety, making it suitable for the needs of giant panda enclosures. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The above is merely an overview of the technical solution of this utility model. In order to better understand the technical means of this utility model, the following describes this utility model in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments.

[0018] Fig. 1 This is an exploded view of the distribution channel system of this utility model.

[0019] Fig. 2 This is a schematic diagram of the distribution channel system of this utility model with the longitudinal distribution channel open.

[0020] Fig. 3 This is a schematic diagram of the distribution channel system of this utility model when the feeder's operation channel is open. Detailed Implementation

[0021] Exemplary embodiments of the present invention will now be described in more detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. While exemplary embodiments of the present invention are shown in the drawings, it should be understood that the present invention may be implemented in various forms and should not be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to enable a more thorough understanding of the present invention and to fully convey the scope of the present invention to those skilled in the art.

[0022] See attached document Figs. 1 to 3 As shown, this embodiment of the distribution channel system for giant pandas includes two fixed frames 1. Each of the two fixed frames 1 has an upward-flipping top cover 11 and two outward-flipping side walls 12. The two fixed frames 1 are arranged opposite each other. The two top covers 11 can be joined together after being flipped down horizontally to form a channel roof; the four side walls 12 can be joined together in pairs after being rotated inward to form channel side walls; a sliding door 2 is provided on the outer side of each of the two fixed frames 1. When the top covers 11 are joined together, the side walls 12 are joined together in pairs, and both sliding doors 2 are open, a longitudinal distribution channel a is formed connecting the indoor and outdoor enclosures. When the top covers 11 are all flipped upward, the side walls 12 are all flipped outward, and both sliding doors 2 are closed, a transverse channel b perpendicular to the longitudinal distribution channel a is formed. When the top covers 11 are joined together, the side walls 12 are joined together in pairs, and both sliding doors 2 are closed, a temporary space for accommodating giant pandas is formed.

[0023] In a preferred embodiment, the distribution channel system further includes a channel extension section 3 fixed between the fixed frame 1 and the sliding door 2. The channel extension section 3 adopts a fixed inverted U-shaped frame, with its two ends fixed to the fixed frame 1 and the door frame of the sliding door 2, respectively, thus extending the longitudinal distribution channel a. Of course, one or two channel extension sections 3 can be provided, and the length of the channel extension section 3 can be adjusted according to different building site conditions, making it flexible in application and widely applicable.

[0024] Climbing steps 4 are provided on both sides of the extended section 3 of the passage, which can be used for keepers to temporarily cross the longitudinal distribution passage a, or to facilitate keepers or veterinarians to cross the cage passage to reach the other side of the passage for observation or treatment of the giant pandas in the passage.

[0025] Specifically, a ground pin 121 is provided at the lower part of the free end of the sidewall 12 to fix the position of the two sidewalls 12 when they are facing each other. The two top covers 11 are connected by a horizontal pin structure 111 after being folded down to the horizontal. That is, in this embodiment, the channel can be easily and conveniently closed and opened by ground pins and horizontal pins, which is flexible, safe and reliable. Of course, other fixed connection methods can also be used to control the opening and closing of the channel.

[0026] More preferably, a baffle 112 is provided on the outer side of the free end of the top cover 11 to prevent the side wall 12 from flipping outward when the top cover 11 is located above the side wall 12, thereby further ensuring the stability of the channel side wall and avoiding damage to the channel caused by the giant panda colliding with the side wall.

[0027] The top cover 11 can be flipped up and fixed to the top extension frame 13 of the fixed frame 1 after it is vertical, ensuring the safety of the zookeeper when passing through.

[0028] Furthermore, in this embodiment, the sliding door 2 has multiple lock holes on its frame rod for adjusting the opening and closing width of the sliding door to meet the allocation efficiency requirements of giant pandas. It can also serve as an introduction space under limited contact conditions between individual animals, improving the success rate of animal introductions and ensuring animal safety, thus creating conditions for animal pairing and reproduction.

[0029] This utility model relates to a panda distribution passage system, which adopts a modular design and can also be used as a single module. Its dimensions can be adjusted to suit different site conditions, offering flexibility. When pandas need to pass through, the sliding doors at both ends of the longitudinal distribution passage open and align with the top cover and side walls of the fixed frame, forming a longitudinal distribution passage (a) connecting the indoor and outdoor enclosures, ensuring the safe passage of the pandas. (See attached diagram.) Fig. 2 As shown, this space can also serve as a daily animal behavior training area for giant pandas. When a giant panda enters the longitudinal distribution passage a, the sliding doors at both ends can be closed to form a stable, enclosed space, which can then be used as a temporary training cage for routine physical examinations or treatments. When a keeper needs to pass through, the sliding doors on both sides of the passage are locked, and the top cover and side walls on the fixed frame are opened, forming keeper access passage b, as shown in the attached diagram. Fig. 3 As shown, this passageway is designed for keepers to pass through or for transporting large quantities of materials; in this state, it also facilitates the cleaning of panda feces excreted in the passageway.

[0030] All components of this feeding channel system are located within the reach of the zookeeper during daily operations, meeting ergonomic requirements and ensuring both efficiency and safety. Of course, this feeding channel system can also be used for other animal types with aggressive characteristics.

[0031] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present utility model and is not intended to limit the present utility model in any way. Any simple modifications, equivalent changes or alterations made by those skilled in the art using the above-disclosed technical content shall fall within the protection scope of the present utility model.

Claims

1. A distribution channel system for giant pandas, characterized in that, The enclosure includes two fixed frames, each with an upward-flipping top cover and two outward-flipping side walls. The two fixed frames are positioned opposite each other. When the two top covers are flipped down to the horizontal, they can be joined together to form a passageway canopy. The four side walls can be rotated inward to join together in pairs. Each of the two fixed frames has a sliding door on its outer side. When the top covers are joined together, the side walls are joined together in pairs, and both sliding doors are open, a longitudinal distribution passage is formed connecting the indoor and outdoor enclosures. When the top covers are both flipped up, the side walls are both flipped outward, and both sliding doors are closed, a transverse passage perpendicular to the longitudinal distribution passage is formed. When the top covers are joined together, the side walls are joined together in pairs, and both sliding doors are closed, a temporary space for accommodating giant pandas is formed.

2. The distribution channel system for giant pandas according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a passage extension section fixed between the fixed frame and the sliding door, the passage extension section adopting a fixed inverted U-shaped frame.

3. The distribution channel system for giant pandas according to claim 2, characterized in that, Climbing steps are provided on both sides of the extended section of the passage for keepers to temporarily cross the longitudinal distribution passage.

4. The distribution channel system for giant pandas according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The lower part of the free end of the side wall is provided with a ground pin, which is used to fix the position of the two side walls when they are facing each other. The two top covers are connected by a horizontal pin structure after being flipped down to the horizontal.

5. The distribution channel system for giant pandas according to claim 4, characterized in that, A baffle is provided on the outer side of the free end of the top cover to prevent the side wall from flipping outward when the top cover is located on the upper part of the side wall.

6. The distribution channel system for giant pandas according to claim 5, characterized in that, The top cover is flipped up vertically and then fixed to the top extension of the fixed frame.

7. The distribution channel system for giant pandas according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sliding door has multiple lock holes on its pull rod for adjusting the opening and closing width of the sliding door.

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