A pet feeder with dual food bowls for even feeding and anti-jamming features.

Abstract

This invention discloses a pet feeder with a double food bowl for uniform feeding and anti-jamming function, including a food container (1). The food container (1) has an anti-jamming structure at the lower food inlet. Below the lower food inlet of the food container (1), there is a food storage compartment (2) that moves relative to the anti-jamming structure. The anti-jamming structure is located at the upper end of at least two symmetrically arranged food storage compartments. The linear reciprocating motion of the food storage compartment achieves the relative food release action with the anti-jamming structure. This invention has two food outlet channels, which can achieve uniform feeding at both ends at the same time. At the same time, the linear reciprocating motion can not only open or close the food storage compartments, but also achieve relative anti-jamming movement, thereby achieving the purpose of automatic food release while feeding, effectively preventing food jamming. Furthermore, the food container and the food storage compartment are easily disassembled and assembled by a buckle. No electrical or electronic components are used. After removing the food container, the food storage compartment component placed in the moving track groove of the bottom shell can be taken out for cleaning, which is very convenient.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of pet feeding, specifically to a pet feeder with a double food bowl for even feeding and an anti-jamming feature. Background Technology

[0002] Many families nowadays enjoy keeping pets. When people go to school or work, pets are often left at home, raising the question of how to feed them. Some families prepare a bowl of food for their pets before leaving, but the pets may finish it quickly, leaving nothing for lunch or dinner. Others leave a large amount of food at once, which the pets may overeat, potentially harming their health. Therefore, various automatic pet feeders have emerged on the market. However, existing pet feeders typically have only one feeding outlet, making it impossible to feed multiple pets simultaneously. Furthermore, food can easily become clogged or jammed during automatic feeding, failing to provide the right amount and timing for each pet. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by this invention is a pet feeder with a double food bowl for uniform feeding and anti-jamming function. It has two food dispensing channels, which can achieve uniform feeding from both ends at the same time, solving the shortcomings of single food dispensing. At the same time, the linear reciprocating motion can not only open or close the food dispensing bin, but also achieve a relatively anti-jamming movement, thereby achieving the purpose of automatically loosening the food while dispensing, effectively preventing food jamming. The food container and the food storage are connected by a buckle for easy disassembly and assembly. No electrical or electronic components are used. After removing the food container, the food storage component placed in the moving track groove of the bottom shell can be removed for cleaning. It can effectively solve many shortcomings of the prior art.

[0004] This invention is achieved through the following technical solution: a pet feeder with a double food bowl for uniform feeding and anti-jamming function, including a food container, an anti-jamming structure at the lower food inlet of the food container, and a food storage compartment that moves relative to the anti-jamming structure below the lower food inlet of the food container. The food storage compartment has at least two symmetrically arranged food feeding bins, and the anti-jamming structure is located at the upper end of the at least two symmetrically arranged food feeding bins. The relative food release action with the anti-jamming structure is achieved through the linear reciprocating motion of the food storage compartment.

[0005] Each grain silo has a movable grain baffle at the bottom of the grain inlet. The grain baffle is opened by gravity or closed by contact with the bottom shell track surface through the reciprocating linear motion of the grain depot.

[0006] As a preferred technical solution, the anti-jamming structure adopts an elastic anti-jamming card, which leaves an 8-10mm loose space between the anti-jamming card and the grain retaining plate when the grain is being loaded in the grain depot.

[0007] As a preferred technical solution, the grain depot also includes a grain depot baffle, which protrudes from the upper surface of the grain feeding bin and is positioned relative to the anti-card device.

[0008] The grain depot is equipped with left and right grain outlets divided into two by a grain channel partition plate. Each side of the top of the partition plate has an inclined guide surface. Both left and right grain outlets have a receiving port with an opening at the top. The left and right grain outlets and the grain depot are located inside the bottom shell and the grain hopper. Each left and right grain outlet has a detachable grain bowl at its output end.

[0009] As a preferred technical solution, the entire grain depot is driven by a drive mechanism with linear reciprocating drive capability. The drive mechanism is powered by a power supply and is controlled to open or close by a control motherboard. A battery cover is installed outside the power supply, and a bottom cover is installed at the bottom of the bottom shell.

[0010] As a preferred technical solution, the top of the grain silo is equipped with a grain silo cover, which is locked by a latch. The grain silo has a grain bin. When the grain depot is in the grain loading state, the grain feeding bin in the grain depot is directly opposite the grain bin. The grain in the grain bin enters the grain feeding bin. When the entire grain depot makes a linear reciprocating motion, the anti-jamming structure is in a static and fixed state.

[0011] As a preferred technical solution, a drying box is also provided at the bottom of the grain hopper cover, and a desiccant is installed inside the drying box.

[0012] As a preferred technical solution, the left and right grain retaining plates include a left grain retaining plate and a right grain retaining plate, and one side of both the left and right grain retaining plates is hinged to the grain storage via a hinge shaft.

[0013] As a preferred technical solution, the grain hopper and the bottom shell are connected by a snap-fit ​​structure. The grain hopper is equipped with snap-fits and guide bevels, which enable the snap-fit ​​connection between the grain hopper and the bottom shell.

[0014] As a preferred technical solution, a mounting plate is fixedly provided on the top of the anti-card device, and the mounting plate is fixedly installed on the housing by screws.

[0015] As a preferred technical solution, the latch includes a knob, a convex groove controlled by the knob, and a recess. The recess is set on the grain hopper, and the knob and the convex groove are installed as one piece. The recess is C-shaped with an opening on one side. When the knob is rotated, it drives the convex groove to rotate, and the convex groove is inserted into the recess from the opening side of the recess to lock the grain hopper cover. A pin and a pin hole are also provided between the grain hopper cover and the grain hopper for positioning and fixing.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this invention are: First, this invention automatically realizes grain loading and unloading through the linear reciprocating motion of the grain depot, with a high degree of automation and a reasonable structural design; at the same time, this linear reciprocating motion, combined with anti-jamming mechanisms, can effectively prevent grain jamming.

[0017] Second, the present invention has two symmetrical feed channels and two feed bowls, which can simultaneously and evenly supply feed to the two feed bowls, increasing the amount of feed.

[0018] Third, the grain bowl of the present invention is easy to disassemble and can be disassembled after long-term use for easy cleaning. It is also equipped with a drying structure to prevent the grain from getting damp.

[0019] Fourth, the grain hopper and grain storage of this invention are easily disassembled and assembled by a buckle, without the use of electrical or electronic components. After removing the grain hopper, the grain storage components placed in the moving track groove of the bottom shell grain storage can be taken out for cleaning, which is very convenient. Attached Figure Description

[0020] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0021] Figure 1 This is a schematic cross-sectional view of the present invention;

[0022] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the grain depot loading status according to the present invention;

[0023] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the grain depot's grain feeding status according to the present invention;

[0024] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the snap-fit ​​structure between the grain hopper and the bottom shell;

[0025] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of an explosion involving a grain hopper and its lid;

[0026] Figure 6 for Figure 5 An exploded view from another perspective. Detailed Implementation

[0027] All features disclosed in this specification, or all steps in all disclosed methods or processes, may be combined in any way, except for mutually exclusive features and / or steps.

[0028] Any feature disclosed in this specification (including any appended claims, abstract, and drawings) may be replaced by other equivalent or similar features for a similar purpose, unless specifically stated otherwise. That is, unless specifically stated otherwise, each feature is merely one example of a series of equivalent or similar features.

[0029] In the description of this invention, it should be understood that the terms "one end", "the other end", "outer side", "upper", "inner side", "horizontal", "coaxial", "center", "end", "length", "outer end", etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this invention and simplifying the description, and are not intended to indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this invention.

[0030] Furthermore, in the description of this invention, "a plurality of" means at least two, such as two, three, etc., unless otherwise explicitly specified.

[0031] The terms used in this invention, such as “above,” “over,” “below,” and “under,” indicating spatial relative position, are for ease of description to depict the relationship of one unit or feature relative to another unit or feature as shown in the accompanying drawings. The terms of spatial relative position may be intended to include different orientations of the device in use or operation other than those shown in the figures. For example, if the device in the figures is flipped, a unit described as being “below” or “under” other units or features would be located “above” other units or features. Therefore, the exemplary term “under” can encompass both above and below orientations. The device may be oriented in other ways (rotated 90 degrees or otherwise), and the spatially related descriptive terms used herein will be interpreted accordingly.

[0032] In this invention, unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited, the terms "set," "socket," "connect," "through," and "plug-in" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral part; they can refer to a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; they can refer to the internal communication of two components or the interaction between two components, unless otherwise explicitly limited. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this invention according to the specific circumstances.

[0033] like Figure 1 As shown, the present invention provides a pet feeder with a double food bowl for uniform feeding and anti-jamming function, including a food container 1. An anti-jamming structure is provided at the lower food inlet of the food container 1. A food storage 2 is also provided below the lower food inlet of the food container 1, which moves relative to the anti-jamming structure. The food storage 2 has at least two symmetrically arranged food bins. The anti-jamming structure is located at the upper end of the at least two symmetrically arranged food bins. The relative food release action with the anti-jamming structure is achieved by the linear reciprocating motion of the food storage 2.

[0034] In this embodiment, the grain storage bins are arranged symmetrically on the left and right, including a left grain storage bin 3 and a right grain storage bin 4. Of course, there can also be two on each side.

[0035] Each grain feeding silo has a movable grain baffle 5 at its bottom feeding port. The grain baffle 5 opens under gravity or closes when it contacts the track surface of the bottom shell 6, driven by the reciprocating linear motion of the grain storage 2. In this embodiment, the track surface is a raised structure. When the movable grain baffle moves to the track surface along with the grain storage silo, the raised track surface supports the grain baffle, thereby sealing the bottom of the grain feeding silo.

[0036] In this embodiment, the anti-jamming structure uses an elastic anti-jamming card 7. When the grain depot is filled with grain, there is an 8-10mm loose space between the anti-jamming card 7 and the grain retaining plate 5. The anti-jamming card can be made of a smooth 0.2mm PC sheet and is elastic. When grain jams, the anti-jamming card can be pushed forward or backward by the grain, allowing the grain to have loose space and thus enabling the grain to fall smoothly and freely. A mounting plate is fixedly installed on the top of the anti-jamming card, and the mounting plate is fixed to the housing with screws.

[0037] The grain depot 2 also includes a grain depot baffle 8, which protrudes from the upper surface of the grain bin and is positioned relative to the anti-card 7. The anti-card stops moving after it reaches the position of the grain depot baffle.

[0038] Below the grain depot 2, there are left and right grain outlets divided into two by a grain channel partition 9. Each side of the partition has an inclined guide surface to prevent grain residue from remaining on the top of the partition, facilitating better feeding. The left and right grain outlets include a left outlet 16 and a right outlet 17, each with a top-opening receiving port. Both the left and right grain outlets and the grain depot 2 are located inside the bottom shell 6 and the grain hopper 1. Each outlet has a detachable grain bowl 10 at its output end. The grain bowl can be detachably connected to the shell using either a snap-fit ​​mechanism or screws.

[0039] The entire grain depot 2 is driven by a drive mechanism with linear reciprocating drive capability. In this embodiment, the drive mechanism is driven by a motor rotating 180 degrees through a connecting rod to drive the grain depot to move back and forth in a straight line. Alternatively, an electric push rod, a reciprocating motor, or the like can be used. The drive mechanism is powered by a power supply and is controlled to open or close by a control motherboard. A battery cover 11 is provided on the outside of the power supply, and a bottom cover 12 is provided on the bottom of the bottom shell 6.

[0040] The grain silo 1 has a grain silo cover 13 on its top, which is locked by a latch 14. The grain silo 1 has a grain bin. When the grain bin is in the grain loading state, such as Figure 2As shown, the grain feeding bin in grain depot 2 faces the grain depot directly. Grain enters the feeding bin from the grain depot. When the entire grain depot moves in a straight reciprocating motion, the anti-jamming structure is in a static and fixed state. When in the feeding state, the feeding bins on the entire grain depot are directly opposite the receiving port of the grain outlet at the bottom. At this time, the bottom of the movable grain baffle loses the support of the track surface. With one end hinged, the grain baffle falls downward along the hinged end, thereby opening the bottom of the feeding bin and achieving the purpose of feeding grain into the grain outlet. Figure 3 As shown.

[0041] The bottom of the grain hopper cover 13 is also equipped with a drying box 15, which contains desiccant. The left and right grain baffles 5 include a left grain baffle 51 and a right grain baffle 52. One side of the left grain baffle 51 and the right grain baffle 52 are both hinged to the grain storage 2 via a hinge shaft.

[0042] like Figure 4 As shown, the grain hopper 1 and the bottom shell 6 are connected in a detachable manner by a snap-fit ​​structure 20. The grain hopper is equipped with snap-fits and guide slopes on the snap-fits, which enable the snap-fit ​​connection between the grain hopper and the bottom shell. Since the grain hopper and grain storage components are detachable, the structural parts are mechanical parts without electrical or electronic components. The grain hopper and the bottom shell are connected by a detachable snap-fit ​​method. After the grain hopper is removed, the grain storage components placed in the grain storage movement track groove of the bottom shell can be removed for cleaning.

[0043] The buckles on the grain hopper have an engagement range of only 0.4-0.25mm, and both the top and bottom are beveled for easy assembly and disassembly.

[0044] Both the left and right grain outlets have an inclined guide surface that slopes towards the grain bowl. Grain entering the left and right grain outlets can quickly enter the grain bowl through the inclined guide surface, preventing the grain from being interrupted during the discharge process.

[0045] like Figure 5 and Figure 6 As shown, the latch includes a knob 25, a protrusion 24 controlled by the knob, and a groove 22. The groove 22 is set on the grain container 11. The knob 25 and the protrusion 24 are installed as one piece. The groove 22 is C-shaped with an opening on one side. When the knob 25 rotates, it drives the protrusion 24 to rotate, which in turn engages the protrusion with the groove from the opening side of the groove 22 to lock the grain container cover. A pin 23 and a pin hole 21 are also provided between the grain container cover 13 and the grain container. The pin 23 and the pin hole 21 are used for positioning and fixing. The latch of the grain container cover is unlocked and closed by rotating the knob on the cover by 90 degrees. In the unlocked state, the grain container cover can be opened. When the knob is rotated to the locked position, the groove and protrusion of the cover and the grain container are engaged, and the pins in opposite directions are inserted, thus locking the grain container cover and the grain container.

[0046] The beneficial effects of this invention are: First, this invention automatically realizes grain loading and unloading through the linear reciprocating motion of the grain depot, with a high degree of automation and a reasonable structural design; at the same time, this linear reciprocating motion, combined with anti-jamming mechanisms, can effectively prevent grain jamming.

[0047] Second, the present invention has two symmetrical feed channels and two feed bowls, which can simultaneously and evenly supply feed to the two feed bowls, increasing the amount of feed.

[0048] Third, the grain bowl of the present invention is easy to disassemble and can be disassembled after long-term use for easy cleaning. It is also equipped with a drying structure to prevent the grain from getting damp.

[0049] Fourth, the grain hopper and grain storage of this invention are easily disassembled and assembled by a buckle, without the use of electrical or electronic components. After removing the grain hopper, the grain storage components placed in the moving track groove of the bottom shell grain storage can be taken out for cleaning, which is very convenient.

[0050] The above description is merely a specific embodiment of the present invention, but the scope of protection of the present invention is not limited thereto. Any changes or substitutions conceived without inventive effort should be included within the scope of protection of the present invention. Therefore, the scope of protection of the present invention should be determined by the scope defined in the claims.

Claims

1. A pet feeder with dual food bowls for even feeding and anti-jamming features, characterized in that: The grain storage container (1) includes a grain hopper (1), and an anti-jamming structure is provided at the grain outlet of the grain hopper (1). Below the grain outlet of the grain hopper (1), a grain storage container (2) is provided that moves relative to the anti-jamming structure. The grain storage container (2) has at least two symmetrically arranged grain feeding bins. The anti-jamming structure is located at the upper end of the at least two symmetrically arranged grain feeding bins. The relative grain loosening action with the anti-jamming structure is achieved through the linear reciprocating motion of the grain storage container. Each grain feeding silo has a movable grain baffle (5) at the bottom of the grain feeding port. One side of the movable grain baffle is hinged to the grain storage (2) through a hinge shaft. The grain baffle (5) is opened under the action of gravity or closed under the action of contacting the track surface of the bottom shell (6) by the reciprocating linear motion of the grain storage (2). The anti-jamming structure uses an elastic anti-jamming card (7). When the grain depot is in the grain loading state, there is an 8-10mm loose space between the anti-jamming card (7) and the grain blocking plate (5). The elasticity can push the anti-jamming card forward or backward by the grain when the grain is jammed, so that the grain has a loose space. The linear reciprocating motion of the grain depot, together with the anti-jamming card, can effectively prevent the grain from jamming. The grain depot (2) also includes a grain depot baffle (8), which protrudes from the upper surface of the grain storage bin and is positioned relative to the anti-card (7); A mounting plate is fixedly installed on the top of the anti-card device, and the mounting plate is fixedly installed on the housing by screws; The grain depot (2) is divided into two grain outlet channels by a grain channel partition plate (9) at the bottom. The partition plate (9) has an inclined guide surface on each side of its top. The grain outlet channels include a left grain outlet channel (16) and a right grain outlet channel (17). Both the left and right grain outlet channels have a receiving port with an opening at the top. The left and right grain outlet channels and the grain depot (2) are both located inside the bottom shell (6) and the grain hopper (1). The output end of both the left and right grain outlet channels is equipped with a detachable grain bowl (10). The grain hopper (1) has a grain bin. When the grain depot is in the grain loading state, the grain feeding bin in the grain depot is facing the grain bin. The grain in the grain bin enters the grain feeding bin. When the entire grain depot makes a straight reciprocating motion, the anti-jamming structure is in a static and fixed state. When the grain is being fed, the grain feeding bins on the entire grain depot are directly facing the receiving port of the grain outlet at the bottom. At this time, the bottom of the movable grain baffle loses the support of the track surface. With one end hinged, the grain baffle falls down along the hinged end, thereby opening the bottom of the grain feeding bin and feeding grain into the grain outlet. The grain hopper and the bottom shell are connected by a snap-fit ​​structure (20) for easy assembly and disassembly. After the grain hopper is removed, the grain hopper placed in the grain storage movement track groove of the bottom shell can be taken out for cleaning.

2. The pet feeder with uniform feeding double bowls and anti-jamming function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The entire grain depot (2) is driven by a drive mechanism with linear reciprocating drive capability. The drive mechanism is powered by a power supply and is opened or closed by a control motherboard. A battery cover (11) is provided on the outside of the power supply, and a bottom cover (12) is provided on the bottom of the bottom shell (6).

3. The pet feeder with uniform feeding double bowls and anti-jamming function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The top of the grain hopper (1) is provided with a grain hopper cover (13), which is locked by a latch (14).

4. The pet feeder with uniform feeding double bowl and anti-jamming function according to claim 3, characterized in that: A drying box (15) is also provided at the bottom of the grain can cover (13), and a desiccant is installed inside the drying box (15).

5. The pet feeder with uniform feeding double bowls and anti-jamming function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The left and right grain blocking plates (5) include a left grain blocking plate (51) and a right grain blocking plate (52). One side of the left grain blocking plate and the right grain blocking plate are hinged to the grain storage (2) through a hinge shaft.

6. The pet feeder with uniform feeding double bowls and anti-jamming function according to claim 1, characterized in that: The grain container (1) is equipped with a buckle, and the buckle is equipped with a guide slope, which enables the buckle connection between the grain container (1) and the bottom shell (6).

7. The pet feeder with uniform feeding double bowls and anti-jamming function according to claim 3, characterized in that: The latch includes a knob (25), a convex groove (24) controlled by the knob, and a groove (22). The groove (22) is set on the grain container (1). The knob (25) and the convex groove (24) are installed as one piece. The groove (22) is "C" shaped and has an opening on one side. When the knob (25) rotates and drives the convex groove (24) to rotate, the convex groove is inserted into the groove from the opening side of the groove (22) to lock the grain container cover. A pin (23) and a pin hole (21) are also provided between the grain container cover (13) and the grain container. The pin (23) and the pin hole (21) are used for positioning and fixing.

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