Thermo-Melt Automatic Detachment Device, Assembly and Disassembly Method and Application

Abstract

This invention relates to the field of detachment devices, specifically to a thermoplastic automatic detachment device, its assembly and disassembly method, and its application. The invention includes a wearable device attached to a wild animal, and a detachment device located on the wearable device. The detachment device has a built-in thermoplastic buckle; when energized, the thermoplastic buckle disconnects the detachment device, allowing the wearable device to detach from the wild animal. The detachment device includes an end cap, an insertion end, and a strap between the end cap and the insertion end. The end cap is hollow, and a thermoplastic buckle is placed inside, arranged in a ring shape. The insertion end has a recessed groove at its end, into which a thermoplastic wire is embedded. After the insertion end is assembled with the end cap, the thermoplastic wire is located at the inner edge of the thermoplastic buckle. Upon receiving a detachment signal, the thermoplastic wire is energized and heats up, causing the thermoplastic buckle to melt and fail, thus disconnecting the detachment device. The detachment device mainly utilizes the characteristic of the thermoplastic buckle failing upon heating, allowing the wearable device to detach from the wild animal.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of detachment device technology, specifically to a hot-melt automatic detachment device, its assembly and disassembly method, and its application. Background Technology

[0002] With the continuous advancement of wildlife research and animal release studies, the demand for wearable devices for wild animals is constantly increasing. To reduce the impact of human activities on wild animals or released animals, automatic detachment mechanisms for wearable devices are essential. For example, Chinese patent CN111830432A discloses an tamper-proof animal monitoring device and its tamper-proof method. The device uses straps to secure the casing to the animal; the detection line carries a detection signal. When the detection line breaks, the signal detection unit cannot detect the signal and outputs an alarm signal to the processor unit. However, this solution only provides an alarm reminder that the detection device cannot be detached; it cannot automatically detach the detection device when necessary, which could disturb wild animals. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a thermoplastic automatic detachment device, a disassembly and assembly method and its application. The present invention uses thermoplastic material as the core component of the automatic detachment device. When a detachment signal is received, the heating wire located at the insertion end is energized, melting the thermoplastic material to separate the detachment device, thereby allowing the wearable device to detach from the animal.

[0004] The technical solution of this invention is as follows:

[0005] A thermoplastic automatic detachment device includes a wearable device attached to a wild animal, and a detachment device located on the wearable device. The detachment device has a built-in thermoplastic buckle. When energized, the thermoplastic buckle disconnects the detachment device, and the wearable device detaches from the wild animal; wherein:

[0006] The detachment device includes an end cap, an insertion end, and a strap located between the end cap and the insertion end; the end cap is hollow inside and contains a thermoplastic buckle arranged in a ring shape; the end of the insertion end is provided with a recessed groove into which a thermoplastic wire is embedded.

[0007] After the insertion end and end cap are assembled, the hot fuse is located at the inner edge of the hot fuse buckle. When the hot fuse receives the detachment signal, it is energized and heats up. The hot fuse buckle melts and fails due to the heat, and the detachment device is disconnected.

[0008] In this embodiment, the detachment device primarily utilizes the property that the thermoplastic clips fail upon heating, allowing the wearable device to be detached from wild animals. This invention can operate safely and effectively in specific situations (such as when it is necessary to remove trackers or other devices from animals). The detachment device can remove the device non-invasively, reducing disturbance and harm to the animal. Furthermore, apart from the thermoplastic clips, the rest of the detachment device is reusable, improving the sustainability and environmental friendliness of the device.

[0009] In some embodiments, the wearable device further includes a control box mounted on one side of the insertion end; the control box houses a control device, a communication device, and a power supply device, wherein:

[0010] The control device is connected to the hot fuse, the communication device, and the power supply device respectively; after receiving the detachment signal through the communication module, the control device controls the power supply device to supply power to the hot fuse.

[0011] In this embodiment, the power supply device is a lithium battery and the communication device is a 4G communication module. The lithium battery supplies power to the 4G communication module and the control device respectively. After receiving the detachment signal, the control device connects the circuit where the hot fuse is located through a switch to provide sufficient electrical energy for melting the hot fuse.

[0012] In some embodiments, the end cap is a detachable structure with an internal mounting groove containing a replaceable thermoplastic clip; when the thermoplastic clip melts and fails, it can be replaced by opening the end cap.

[0013] In this embodiment, the thermoplastic buckle has two different states. Under normal circumstances, it serves to connect the insertion end and limit the slot. When it is detached, it melts and disconnects, causing the insertion slot inside to detach through irreversible melting, thus achieving remote detachment control.

[0014] In some embodiments, the thickness of the upper and lower sides of the hot melt buckle is smaller than that of the left and right sides, and the hot melt wires are concentrated on the upper and lower sides of the insertion end; after power is applied, the hot melt buckle melts and fails on the upper and lower sides.

[0015] In this embodiment, the strength of the hot melt buckle is specially designed to be different in different directions. By arranging the hot melt wires on the upper and lower sides of the insertion end, heat energy can be utilized more effectively, enabling the device to automatically detach more efficiently.

[0016] In some embodiments, the inner edge of the thermoplastic buckle is in close contact with the insertion end, and the slot of the insertion end is used to prevent the insertion end from retracting, ensuring that the fixation is secure enough.

[0017] In this embodiment, the slot at the insertion end prevents the insertion end from retracting, which further enhances the fixing effect of the thermoplastic buckle and prevents accidental detachment of the device. It is particularly suitable for use when wearing wearable devices on wild animals.

[0018] In some embodiments, the end cap and the insertion end are both made of high-temperature resistant metal. After the heat-fused buckle melts and fails due to heat, the end cap and the insertion end can be reused.

[0019] In this embodiment, by using reusable end caps and insertion ends, waste and environmental pollution can be reduced, and the sustainability and environmental friendliness of the equipment can be improved.

[0020] The technical solution of this invention is as follows:

[0021] A method for disassembling and assembling a heat-fusion type automatic detachment device includes the following steps:

[0022] S1. Adjust the length of the strap and attach the end cap and the insertion end to the wild animal; at this time, the hot melt wire is located at the inner edge of the hot melt buckle;

[0023] S2. When a wild animal is injured or needs to have its wearable device replaced, the ground end sends a detachment signal to the control box.

[0024] S3. After receiving the detachment signal, the control device built into the control box will control the power supply device to supply power to the hot fuse. The hot fuse is concentrated on the upper and lower sides of the insertion end, and the hot fuse buckle will melt and fail on the upper and lower sides.

[0025] S4. When the heat-fused buckle melts and fails due to heat, the detachment device disconnects, allowing the wearable device to be removed from the wild animal.

[0026] S5. Replace the thermoplastic clip by opening the end cover for reuse.

[0027] This embodiment discloses a method for assembling and disassembling a thermoplastic automatic detachment device, describing steps such as adjusting the strap length, sending a detachment signal, the control device receiving the detachment signal and controlling the power supply to power the thermoplastic wire, how the thermoplastic buckle melts and fails, how the wearable device detaches from wild animals, and how to replace the thermoplastic buckle for reuse. The design principle of this device is based on the strength difference of the thermoplastic buckle in different directions, making it easier to melt and fail when heated from the top and bottom, thus achieving automatic detachment of the device. This invention improves the automation and reliability of the device, reduces the need for human intervention, and also ensures the reusability and ease of maintenance of the device, contributing to its sustainability and environmental friendliness.

[0028] The technical solution of this invention is as follows:

[0029] The application of a thermo-fusion automatic detachment device to wild animals involves using a disassembly and assembly method for the thermo-fusion automatic detachment device to disconnect the connection.

[0030] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following advantages:

[0031] (1) The detachment device mainly utilizes the characteristic that the heat-melt buckle fails after being heated, so that the wearable device can be detached from the wild animal;

[0032] (2) Except for the hot melt buckle, the other devices of the detachment device can be reused, which improves the sustainability and environmental protection of the equipment.

[0033] (3) The strength difference of the hot melt buckle in different directions makes it easier to melt and fail when heated on the top and bottom sides, thus realizing the automatic detachment of the equipment. Attached Figure Description

[0034] 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, for those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0035] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 2 This is a flowchart illustrating the principle of the present invention.

[0037] In the diagram: 1. End cap; 2. Hot melt buckle; 3. Hot melt wire; 4. Insertion end; 5. Tie. Detailed Implementation

[0038] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions of this invention, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of this invention.

[0039] Example 1

[0040] like Figure 1As shown, this embodiment provides a heat-fused automatic detachment device, including a wearable device attached to a wild animal and a detachment device located on the wearable device. The detachment device has a built-in heat-fused buckle 2. When energized, the heat-fused buckle 2 disconnects the detachment device, and the wearable device detaches from the wild animal; wherein:

[0041] The detachment device includes an end cap 1, an insertion end 4, and a strap 5 located between the end cap 1 and the insertion end 4; the end cap 1 is hollow inside, and a hot melt buckle 2 is placed inside, which is arranged in a ring shape; the end of the insertion end 4 is provided with a recessed groove, into which a hot melt wire 3 is embedded.

[0042] After the insertion end 4 is assembled with the end cap 1, the hot fuse 3 is located at the inner edge of the hot fuse buckle 2. After receiving the detachment signal, the hot fuse 3 is energized and heats up. The hot fuse buckle 2 melts and fails due to heat, and the detachment device is disconnected.

[0043] In this embodiment, the detachment device primarily utilizes the property that the heat-fused buckle 2 fails upon heating, allowing the wearable device to be detached from the wild animal. This invention can operate safely and effectively in specific situations (e.g., when it is necessary to remove a tracker or other device from an animal). The detachment device can remove the device non-invasively, reducing disturbance and harm to the animal. Furthermore, apart from the heat-fused buckle 2, all other components of the detachment device are reusable, improving the sustainability and environmental friendliness of the device.

[0044] In some embodiments, the wearable device further includes a control box, which is mounted on one side of the insertion end 4; the control box contains a control device, a communication device, and a power supply device, wherein:

[0045] The control device is connected to the hot fuse 3, the communication device, and the power supply device respectively; after receiving the detachment signal through the communication module, the control device controls the power supply device to supply power to the hot fuse 3.

[0046] In this embodiment, the power supply device is a lithium battery and the communication device is a 4G communication module. The lithium battery supplies power to the 4G communication module and the control device respectively. After receiving the detachment signal, the control device connects the circuit where the hot fuse 3 is located through a switch to provide sufficient electrical energy for melting the hot fuse 3.

[0047] In some embodiments, the end cap 1 is a detachable structure with an internal mounting groove in which a replaceable hot melt clip 2 is placed; when the hot melt clip 2 melts and fails, the hot melt clip 2 can be replaced by opening the end cap 1.

[0048] In this embodiment, the heat-fused buckle 2 has two different states. Under normal circumstances, it serves to connect the insertion end 4 and limit the slot. When it is detached, it melts and disconnects, and through irreversible melting, it causes the insertion slot inserted into it to detach, thereby achieving remote detachment control.

[0049] In some embodiments, the thickness of the upper and lower sides of the hot melt buckle 2 is less than that of the left and right sides, and the hot melt wires 3 are concentrated on the upper and lower sides of the insertion end 4; after power is applied, the hot melt buckle 2 melts and fails on the upper and lower sides.

[0050] In this embodiment, the strength of the hot melt buckle 2 is specially designed to be different in different directions. By arranging the hot melt wires 3 on the upper and lower sides of the insertion end 4, heat energy can be utilized more effectively, so that the device can automatically detach more efficiently.

[0051] In some embodiments, the inner edge of the heat-fused buckle 2 is in close contact with the insertion end 4, and the slot of the insertion end 4 is used to prevent the insertion end 4 from retracting, ensuring that the fixation is secure enough.

[0052] In this embodiment, the slot of the insertion end 4 is used to prevent the insertion end 4 from retracting, which further enhances the fixing effect of the thermoplastic buckle 2 and prevents the device from accidentally falling off. It is particularly suitable for use in situations where wearable devices 5 are attached to wild animals.

[0053] In some embodiments, the end cap 1 and the insertion end 4 are both made of high-temperature resistant metal. After the thermoplastic buckle 2 melts and fails due to heat, the end cap 1 and the insertion end 4 can be reused.

[0054] In this embodiment, by using reusable end caps 1 and insertion ends 4, waste and environmental pollution can be reduced, and the sustainability and environmental friendliness of the equipment can be improved.

[0055] Example 2

[0056] like Figure 2 As shown, this embodiment provides a method for disassembling and assembling a heat-sealed automatic detachment device, including the following steps:

[0057] S1. Adjust the length of the strap 5 and tie the end cap 1 and the insertion end 4 to the wild animal; at this time, the hot melt wire 3 is located at the inner edge of the hot melt buckle 2;

[0058] S2. When a wild animal is injured or needs to have its wearable device replaced, the ground end sends a detachment signal to the control box.

[0059] S3. After receiving the detachment signal, the control device built into the control box will control the power supply device to supply power to the hot fuse 3. The hot fuse 3 is concentrated on the upper and lower sides of the insertion end 4, and the hot fuse buckle 2 will melt and fail on the upper and lower sides.

[0060] S4. When the heat-melting buckle 2 melts and fails due to heat, the detachment device disconnects, and the wearable device is thus removed from the wild animal;

[0061] S5. Replace the hot melt clip 2 by opening the end cover 1 for reuse.

[0062] This embodiment discloses a method for assembling and disassembling a thermoplastic automatic detachment device, describing steps such as adjusting the length of the strap 5, sending a detachment signal, the control device receiving the detachment signal and controlling the power supply device to power the thermoplastic wire 3, how the thermoplastic buckle 2 melts and fails, how the wearable device detaches from wild animals, and how to replace the thermoplastic buckle 2 for reuse. The design principle of this device is based on the strength difference of the thermoplastic buckle 2 in different directions, making it easier to melt and fail when heated on both the top and bottom sides, thereby achieving automatic detachment of the device. This invention improves the automation and reliability of the device, reduces the need for human intervention, and also ensures the reusability and ease of maintenance of the device, which is beneficial to improving the sustainability and environmental friendliness of the device.

[0063] In addition, this embodiment provides an application of a heat-fusion automatic detachment device on wild animals, and uses a disassembly and assembly method of the heat-fusion automatic detachment device to disconnect the connection of the heat-fusion automatic detachment device.

[0064] Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings and preferred embodiments, the invention is not limited thereto. Various equivalent modifications or substitutions can be made to the embodiments of the invention by those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit and essence of the invention, and such modifications or substitutions should all be within the scope of the invention. Any variations or substitutions that can be easily conceived by those skilled in the art within the technical scope disclosed in the invention should also be covered within the protection scope of the invention. Therefore, the protection scope of the invention should be determined by the scope of the claims.

Claims

1. A heat-melting automatic detachment device, characterized in that, This includes a wearable device attached to a wild animal, and a detachment device located on the wearable device. The detachment device has a built-in thermoplastic buckle (2). When powered on, the thermoplastic buckle (2) disconnects the detachment device, and the wearable device detaches from the wild animal; wherein: The detachment device includes an end cap (1), an insertion end (4), and a strap (5) located between the end cap (1) and the insertion end (4); the end cap (1) is hollow inside and a hot melt buckle (2) is placed inside it, and the hot melt buckle (2) is arranged in a ring shape; the end of the insertion end (4) is provided with a recessed groove, and the groove is embedded with a hot melt wire (3); After the insertion end (4) is assembled with the end cap (1), the hot melt wire (3) is located at the inner edge of the hot melt buckle (2). After receiving the detachment signal, the hot melt wire (3) is energized and heated. The hot melt buckle (2) melts and fails due to heat, and the detachment device is disconnected. The wearable device is also equipped with a control box, which is installed on one side of the insertion end (4); the control box contains a control device, a communication device and a power supply device, wherein: The control device is connected to the hot fuse (3), the communication device and the power supply device respectively; after receiving the detachment signal through the communication device, the control device controls the power supply device to supply power to the hot fuse (3); The end cap (1) is a detachable structure with an installation groove inside, in which a replaceable hot melt buckle (2) is placed; when the hot melt buckle (2) melts and fails, the hot melt buckle (2) can be replaced by opening the end cap (1); The thickness of the upper and lower sides of the hot melt buckle (2) is less than that of the left and right sides, and the hot melt wires (3) are concentrated on the upper and lower sides of the insertion end (4); after power is applied, the hot melt buckle (2) melts and fails on the upper and lower sides. The inner edge of the hot melt buckle (2) is in close contact with the insertion end (4), and the slot of the insertion end (4) is used to prevent the insertion end (4) from retracting, so as to ensure that the fixation is secure enough. Both the end cap (1) and the insertion end (4) are made of high-temperature resistant metal. After the heat-melting buckle (2) melts and fails due to heat, both the end cap (1) and the insertion end (4) can be reused.

2. A method for disassembling and assembling a thermoplastic automatic detachment device, employing the thermoplastic automatic detachment device as described in claim 1, characterized in that... Includes the following steps: S1. Adjust the length of the strap (5) and tie the end cap (1) and the insertion end (4) to the wild animal; at this time, the hot melt wire (3) is located at the inner edge of the hot melt buckle (2); S2. When a wild animal is injured or needs to have its wearable device replaced, the ground end sends a detachment signal to the control box. S3. After receiving the detachment signal, the control device built into the control box will control the power supply device to supply power to the hot fuse (3); the hot fuse (3) is concentrated on the upper and lower sides of the insertion end (4), and the hot fuse buckle (2) will melt and fail on the upper and lower sides. S4. When the heat-melting buckle (2) fails due to heat, the detachment device disconnects, and the wearable device is thus removed from the wild animal; S5. Replace the hot melt buckle (2) by opening the end cover (1) for reuse.

3. The application of a heat-fusion type automatic detachment device on wild animals, characterized in that, The connection of the hot-melt automatic detachment device is disconnected by using the disassembly and assembly method of the hot-melt automatic detachment device as described in claim 2.

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